جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• German and European Capital Markets law
• German and European Company Law
• Legal methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Prof. h.c. Thomas M.J. Möllers holds the Chair for Civil Law, Commercial Law, European Law, International Private Law and Comparative Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Augsburg. As a full professor, he leads research and teaching in multiple legal disciplines with a particular focus on German and European financial regulation, corporate law, and legal methodology. His work bridges traditional legal scholarship with contemporary challenges posed by digitalization and globalization. Professor Möllers' research interests span German and European Capital Markets law, German and European Company Law, Legal methods, Comparative Law, European Union Law, and Competition Law. His scholarly work demonstrates exceptional breadth, connecting doctrinal legal analysis with practical applications in evolving regulatory environments. He has made significant contributions to understanding the interface between national legal systems and EU regulation, particularly in financial markets. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on capital markets regulation, particularly regarding the Wirecard scandal and auditor liability, consumer protection in e-commerce, data protection across different legal systems, and the impact of AI on legal methodology. The trajectory of his work shows increasing engagement with comparative legal analysis between European, American, and Chinese legal systems, reflecting his growing international influence. TOP 1% Most Cited Books (2019-2023) - Legal Translations in China for his 'Legal Methodology' Honorary Professor at Central South University, Changsha, Hunan (2024) Professor Möllers has mentored numerous successful legal scholars who have gone on to academic and professional careers, including Dr. Liuhua Shen (now a professor at Jiangsu University), Dr. Maximilian Merwald, and Dr. Lisa Wolf. His research is supported by various grants, including DAAD funding for US exchange programs and participation in the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence - INspiRE on consumer protection, capital markets, and competition law enforcement. He leads the Research Center of Innovation and Legal Studies between China and Europe (RICE) and is actively involved in the Caplaw initiative, which provides resources on European and national business law. His work connects legal scholarship with practical applications through podcasts, student research showcases, and collaborative projects across multiple legal systems.

Andrea Armstrongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Rights
• Criminal Justice
• Incarceration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrea Armstrong is the Dr. Norman C. Francis Distinguished Professor of Law at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and a 2023 MacArthur Fellow. She joined the faculty in 2010 and is a leading expert on prison and jail conditions, certified by the U.S. Department of Justice as a Prison Rape Elimination Act auditor. J.D., Yale Law School, 2007 M.P.A., Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs, 2001 B.A., New York University, 1996 Her scholarship focuses on the constitutional dimensions of prisons and jails, particularly prison labor practices, the intersection of race and incarceration, public oversight of detention facilities, and healthcare disparities. She integrates law with history, public policy, and the arts to highlight the human costs of incarceration, advocating for systemic reforms through environmental justice and anti-discrimination frameworks. Andrea’s research includes 15 recent articles, spanning public health in prisons, constitutional challenges to labor practices, and environmental justice analyses of death row conditions. Her work emphasizes transparency, government accountability, and the systemic failures in carceral healthcare. Scientific Awards: 2023 MacArthur Fellow 2019 Interdisciplinary Research Leader, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Armstrong has testified before Congress on prison labor and deaths in custody, served on Louisiana legislative committees, and collaborated with museums and foundations to make incarceration law accessible. She founded IncarcerationTransparency.org and leads grant-funded projects requiring IRB approval.

Stephen Roweمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Auditing
• Financial Reporting
• Accounting Information Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Rowe serves as an Associate Professor in the Accounting Department at the Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. With extensive industry experience including nine years at KPMG culminating as Audit Manager, he maintains an active CPA license in Washington State while teaching intermediate accounting at graduate and undergraduate levels. His scholarly work focuses on auditing and financial reporting, published in premier journals including The Accounting Review and Review of Accounting Studies . Rowe holds a PhD from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a Master's degree from Loyola University Chicago, and a Bachelor's degree from Covenant College. His educational journey bridges rigorous academic training with practical industry experience, informing his teaching approach that emphasizes conceptual understanding through real-world case studies. Research interests span auditing quality, financial reporting practices, and capital market interactions. Recent investigations examine index fund ownership effects, auditor switching dynamics, and media influence on audit markets. His methodological toolkit combines traditional econometric analysis with machine learning techniques, particularly evident in predictive models for auditor behavior. Rowe's work consistently addresses regulatory concerns while exploring market-driven phenomena in accounting ecosystems. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals increasing focus on market-based audit quality indicators, with growing emphasis on passive investing impacts and regulatory compliance mechanisms. The 2021-2025 period shows heightened attention to technological disruption (machine learning applications) and non-traditional monitoring forces (media scrutiny, index fund activism) within audit markets. Professional recognition includes multiple teaching awards and extensive litigation support consulting engagements. Rowe leverages his expertise as a founding member and CFO of White River Capital Advisors LLC (2020-present), providing expert witness services that connect academic research with real-world accounting disputes. His industry background enables practical translation of complex accounting concepts for diverse audiences. Rowe maintains active engagement with professional practice through ongoing litigation consulting since 2016 and continuous CPA licensure. His balanced commitment to academic rigor and professional relevance exemplifies the practitioner-scholar model, with research directly addressing contemporary challenges in financial reporting and auditing ecosystems.

Wendy Beekesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Corporate Governance
• Financial Disclosure
• Accounting Quality
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Wendy Beekes is Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at Lancaster University Management School. She holds a BSc Econ (Hons), MSc Econ in Accounting/Finance, and PhD from University of Wales Aberystwyth, joining Lancaster in 2000. Her research examines corporate governance linkages to disclosure quality and accounting transparency, with cross-country studies funded by the Leverhulme Trust. Publications analyze governance effects on disclosure practices, reporting timeliness, and market impacts, with recent focus on IFRS implementation and Japanese governance systems. A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she received teaching awards for innovative pedagogy. Service roles include Director of Teaching/Learning in Accounting and Study Abroad Advisor.

• Sports Law
• Corporate Compliance
• Legal Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tyler Custis serves as an Associate Professor at the University of South Dakota's Beacom School of Business, specializing in Business Law and the Legal Environment. His academic appointments reflect deep engagement with contemporary legal challenges in sports, finance, and corporate governance. His educational background includes: JD from University of South Dakota (2013) MBA from University of South Dakota (2012) BS from Texas A&M University (2007) Custis' research focuses on high-impact legal intersections, particularly NCAA regulations, corporate fraud mechanisms, and healthcare compliance failures. His work bridges theoretical legal frameworks with real-world economic consequences, examining how regulatory gaps enable systemic misconduct in sports leagues and financial institutions. Key themes include Title IX implications for athlete compensation, internal control failures in banking scandals, and antitrust considerations in collegiate athletics. His publication portfolio reveals strong emphasis on sports law evolution (2016-2025), corporate ethics case studies (2018-2022), and financial regulation analysis (2019-2024). The research demonstrates methodological diversity spanning empirical analysis of NCAA labor models, forensic accounting of banking fraud, and policy evaluation of legislative responses to corporate misconduct. Award recognition includes: Beacom School of Business Faculty Excellence Teaching Award (2023) Excellence in Teaching Award Nominee (2023) Best Paper Award at ICTO International Conference (2019) Custis actively disseminates research through scholarly presentations at venues including ASHE Annual Conferences, Academy of Legal Studies meetings, and Beacom Scholar Series. His work engages directly with policymakers on NCAA reform and corporate compliance frameworks, demonstrating applied impact beyond academic circles.

Baizhou Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Auditing
• Financial Accounting
• Managerial Accounting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Baizhou Chen is an Assistant Professor of Accounting and Finance at the Lombardo College of Business, Millersville University. Previously, he served as full-time accounting faculty at Penn State University and the University of Minnesota Crookston. He holds certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (licensed in New York and California) and passed the Series 65 Exam. Education: Bachelor of Science from University of Minnesota (Michael Chowdry Entrepreneurial Scholarship recipient) MBA in Public Accounting from St. John's University (Executive-In-Residence program participant) DBA from Jacksonville University (dissertation: Litigation Risk, Financial Crisis, and Non-GAAP Financial Reporting) Professional Experience: Senior Assistant Controller at Oracle Corporation EY Senior Auditor in New York and Beijing His research interests focus on auditing practices, financial reporting compliance, and the intersection of accounting with corporate governance. He teaches courses in auditing, financial accounting, and managerial accounting. Dr. Chen has advised on high-stakes financial integrations, including Oracle’s $9.3B NetSuite acquisition, and has global experience through assignments in EY’s Beijing office.

• Auditing
• Audit Quality
• Fraud Detection
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Everett Peecher is the Executive Associate Dean at Gies College of Business and a Professor in the Department of Accountancy at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He also holds a professorship at the College of Law, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in accounting and legal aspects of financial reporting. He is the Deloitte Professor, an endowed position recognizing his scholarly contributions to the field of accountancy. His research focuses on auditing, fraud detection, audit quality, and the behavioral aspects of auditors’ decision-making. He investigates how artificial intelligence impacts auditor reliance on specialist advice and how sustainability and climate change are integrated into accounting practices. His work often employs experimental and survey methodologies to understand cognitive biases and organizational influences in audit settings. His recent publications span topics such as audit litigation, material misstatement resolution, and investor relations. These articles reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining accounting, law, psychology, and technology. He frequently publishes in top journals including Accounting, Organizations and Society , Journal of Accounting Research , and The Accounting Review . Awarded the Deloitte Professorship, a distinguished endowed chair in accountancy. He actively collaborates with researchers across institutions and contributes to editorial work in leading journals. His leadership as Executive Associate Dean underscores his role in shaping academic strategy and faculty development at Gies College of Business. While specific advisees are not listed, his extensive research output and leadership suggest active engagement in mentoring doctoral students and junior faculty. Peecher is involved in advancing research on AI in auditing, sustainability accounting, and audit litigation through collaborative projects and experimental studies. His work continues to influence both academic discourse and professional practice in the accounting profession.

Hannu Ojalaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accounting
• Auditing
• Corporate Governance
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hannu Ojala is a Professor at the Business School, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies , with affiliations at both the University of Eastern Finland (Kuopio) and Aalto University School of Business (Espoo) . His research focuses on Auditing , Corporate Governance , and Tax Aggressiveness , particularly in small private companies. Audit Market Dynamics Tax-Regulation Interplay Country-Level Audit Determinants XBRL and Digital Reporting Ojala's publications (2019-2025) analyze audit fee variations across 27 countries, tax compliance in Finland, and the role of Big4 auditors in shaping global practices. He has collaborated with researchers in Germany, New Zealand, and Sweden on institutional factors affecting audit pricing and quality. Research Trends: His work reveals that economic development and regulatory environments explain 84% of audit fee differences globally. Sociological factors like generalized trust and corporate culture also influence auditing standards. Key Collaborations: Ojala has co-authored studies with Juha Kinnunen , Lasse Niemi , and Markus Mättö , examining how audit quality correlates with tax return adjustments in small businesses.

Christine Cunyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Financial Disclosure
• Municipal Finance
• Political Capture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christine Cuny is an Associate Professor of Accounting at New York University's Leonard N. Stern School of Business, where she has been employed since 2013. Her research focuses on the intersection of economic, political, and competitive forces shaping financial disclosure decisions in municipal bonds and corporate markets. She also analyzes how disclosure quality impacts market microstructure and investor responses. Areas of Expertise: Accounting Financial Reporting Financial Statement Analysis Credit/Debt Markets Professor Cuny earned her B.S. in Analytical Finance and M.S. in Accounting from Wake Forest University, followed by an MBA and Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Previously, she worked as an equity research associate at Morgan Stanley and an auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she specialized in property and casualty insurance and banking sectors. Her methodological approach combines empirical analysis of disclosure behavior with market reaction studies in both municipal and corporate bond markets.

Anne Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Accounting
• Auditing
• Financial Reporting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anne Thompson is an Associate Professor of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Gies College of Business, where she also serves as Director of the Ph.D. Programs and holds the Arthur Andersen Faculty Fellow distinction. Her research focuses on auditing, financial reporting quality, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, with a particular emphasis on assurance services, audit quality, and SEC regulatory processes. Her work addresses issues such as sustainability reporting, auditor litigation risk, and the impact of non-GAAP earnings. Thompson's recent publications (2020–2024) highlight trends in audit quality, regulatory challenges in SEC filings, and the strategic implications of internal controls. Her findings often bridge theoretical frameworks with practical implications for auditors, regulators, and corporate stakeholders. Notable topics include the effectiveness of assurance providers, the role of explanatory audit report language, and the consequences of political connections in regulatory processes. Scientific Awards: Arthur Andersen Faculty Fellow Advising & Grants: Oversees the Gies Ph.D. Program, though specific grant details are not listed in the provided materials. Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned; however, her research likely involves collaborations within the Gies College of Business and external institutions.

Inder K. Khuranaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Financial Accounting
• Auditing
• Financial Statement Disclosure
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Inder K. Khurana holds the Geraldine Trulaske Chair of Accountancy at the University of Missouri's School of Accountancy within the Department of Accountancy. He maintains an active research agenda and office hours, currently meeting students Thursdays from 12:00-1:00pm via Zoom at his office in 447 Cornell Hall. His educational background includes: B Commerce from Delhi University (1978) MIM from American Graduate School of International Management (1985) PhD from Arizona State University (1989) Dr. Khurana's primary research interests center on financial accounting and auditing, with particular focus on financial statement disclosure issues facing both regulated and unregulated industries. His work bridges theoretical accounting frameworks with practical applications in corporate disclosure practices, examining how regulatory environments shape financial reporting behavior across different institutional contexts. His research demonstrates consistent engagement with both domestic and international accounting standards and their economic consequences. Analysis of his publication history reveals a strong emphasis on the intersection of accounting regulation, corporate governance, and capital market outcomes. His most recent work examines SEC oversight effects on private debt markets, mandatory IFRS adoption consequences, and the relationship between internal controls and executive leadership decisions. The research consistently employs rigorous empirical methodologies to investigate how accounting practices affect real economic outcomes across various dimensions including labor markets, executive compensation, and investment efficiency. Dr. Khurana has established himself as a prominent scholar in accounting research, with publications spanning multiple decades in premier journals including The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting Research, Contemporary Accounting Research, and Auditing: A Journal of Practice and Theory. His publication record demonstrates sustained scholarly productivity and relevance within the accounting discipline. His academic advising and grant activities appear substantial given his extensive publication record and leadership position, though specific details about current advisees or active grants are not provided in the available materials. His position as Geraldine Trulaske Chair indicates significant recognition of his scholarly contributions within the university.

• Banking
• Corporate Finance
• Sustainable Finance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sylvester Adasi Manu is an Assistant Professor of Finance at NEOMA Business School. He holds a PhD in Finance from the City University of Hong Kong. His teaching focuses on budgeting, capital finance, corporate finance, and risk management. His research explores banking, corporate finance, sustainable finance, and social networks, particularly examining financial decision-making under uncertainty. Education: PhD in Finance, City University of Hong Kong Research Interests: Dr. Manu's work investigates the interplay between auditor liability, capital structure dynamics, and corporate financial policies. He also analyzes systemic risk in banking through social network effects and evaluates energy policy impacts on sustainable development. Recent studies include the influence of Brazilian labor strikes on banking strategies and gender disparities in renewable energy access. Recent Research Trends: His publications (2017-2025) consistently address auditor-related risks, corporate financing strategies, and systemic risk mitigation. Emerging market contexts dominate his empirical work, with a shift toward integrating social network analysis into financial decision-making frameworks. Advising & Grants: No formal advisee records or grant details provided in source texts.

Yufan Dongمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Auditing
• Risk Factor Disclosure
• Litigation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yufan Dong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Accountancy at the Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University. She holds a PhD in Business Administration (Accounting concentration) from Temple University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to her academic career, she worked as an audit senior at Deloitte & Touché, LLP in San Francisco and maintains an active CPA license from California. Education : BA in Economics (UC Berkeley, 2015), PhD in Business Administration (Temple University, 2023) Professional Background : 3 years as auditor at Deloitte & Touché, experience with startups to Fortune 200 companies in biotechnology, retail, and software industries Her research investigates auditor behaviors within the frameworks of client business choices, litigation risk, internal controls, and regulatory oversight. She also explores risk factor disclosure and social capital in financial reporting contexts. Teaching Interests : Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting Her scientific awards include: Deloitte & Touché Outstanding Performance Awards (2017, 2018) Fox School PhD Student Research Competition 3rd/1st Place (2020, 2021) AAA Mid-Atlantic Region Best Paper Award (2022)

Justin Leibyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Auditing Practices
• Professional Skepticism in Auditing
• Audit Quality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Justin Leiby is an Associate Professor of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Gies College of Business, serving as Academic Director of the BSA/MSA Program and holder of the Professor Ken Perry Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on auditing practices, professional skepticism, audit quality, and the application of data analytics in auditing. He is based at 196 Wohlers Hall in Champaign, Illinois, and can be reached at jleiby2@illinois.edu. Leiby’s work bridges experimental auditing research and real-world audit processes, examining how audit committees influence professional skepticism, the impact of data analytics on auditor decision-making, and the effects of incentive systems on auditor behavior. His recent studies address challenges in audit evidence review, audit effort allocation, and spreadsheet governance risks in financial reporting. Though no specific awards are listed, his leadership roles indicate recognition of his contributions to academic programs and research. His advising and grant activities are tied to his directorship of the BSA/MSA program, which likely involves curriculum development and student mentorship. Leiby’s research often intersects with interdisciplinary teams, leveraging online platforms to advance experimental methods in auditing.

• Obligations and Contracts
• Comparative Private Economic Law
• Comparative Banking Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Filippo Sartori is affiliated with the Faculty of Law at the University of Trento, where he teaches courses including Private Law Institutions ( Istituzioni di diritto privato ) and Banking Law since 2005. He holds a PhD in Comparative Private Law and has been a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois and University of California Hastings College of Law. Education: Scientific High School Diploma (Trento, 1993), Law Degree summa cum laude (University of Trento, 1998), PhD in Comparative Private Law (2001). His research focuses on obligations, contracts, comparative private economic law, and banking law. Conference presentations since 2000 highlight his expertise in financial instruments, civil liability, and regulatory frameworks. Key areas include class action reforms, dematerialization of assets, and anti-money laundering legislation. Activities include directing the Rivista di Diritto Bancario and serving on the Supervisory Committee for the liquidation of Profit Investment Società di intermediazione mobiliare S.p.a. He has organized and presented at conferences on financial derivatives, risk management, and consumer protection in banking.