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Fabian Bernhardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Family Business
• Business Psychology
• Emotions in Organizations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fabian Bernhard is a Full Professor of Management and Psychology at EDHEC Business School, with campuses in Paris, Lille, Nice, and London. He holds dual PhDs in business studies and psychology, both earned summa cum laude, and serves as a research fellow for family business at the University of Mannheim and for psychology at the University of Frankfurt. His work uniquely bridges emotional dynamics in organizational contexts with family business succession challenges. His academic credentials include: PhD in Business Studies (Dr. rer. pol, summa cum laude) PhD in Psychology (Dr. rer. nat, summa cum laude) Prof. Bernhard's research focuses on emotional dynamics in businesses, preparation of next-generation family business leaders, and psychological attachment to family firms. Drawing from his upbringing in a multigenerational entrepreneurial family, he investigates how emotions like pride, guilt, and moral identity influence succession planning, gender equality initiatives, and organizational decision-making. His work frequently examines the tension between emotional authenticity and professional expectations in family enterprises. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary trend merging psychology, business ethics, and healthcare innovation. His research increasingly explores emotional drivers in digital transformation, sustainable technology adoption, and gender dynamics, often connecting micro-level psychological processes to macro-level organizational outcomes. This cross-pollination between family business studies and emotion research represents a distinctive scholarly signature. Key professional recognitions include: Best Dissertation Honorable Mention from the Family Firm Institute at Harvard University Prof. Bernhard actively shapes his field through editorial leadership on the Family Business Review and Journal of Family Business Strategy boards since 2014, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Family Firm Institute (FFI) in Boston. His pre-academic career in mergers and acquisitions at a New York financial advisory firm provides practical grounding for his theoretical work, particularly in understanding emotional dimensions of high-stakes business transitions.

Yolanda Broyles-Gonzálezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Popular Culture
• Gender Studies
• Oral Tradition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yolanda Broyles-González serves as a University Distinguished Professor in Social Transformation Studies at Kansas State University, having previously held professorships in Mexican-American Studies at the University of Arizona and dual appointments in Chicano Studies and German Studies at UC Santa Barbara. Her academic journey includes undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona (Phi Beta Kappa), doctoral work at Stanford University (where she became among the first women of color to earn a doctorate), and research at four German institutions funded by the German Academic Exchange Service for five years. Her scholarship centers on indigenous borderlands narratives , examining intersections of gender, oral tradition, and performance genres within Native American communities. As a Yaqui Barrio Libre community elder native to the Arizona/Sonora desert, her work authentically documents cultural resilience along the U.S.-Mexico border. Major recognitions include: Lifetime Distinguished Scholar Award from the National Association for Chicana and Chicano Studies National Endowment for the Humanities fellowship Ford Foundation research grant Fulbright Foundation international award German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) research funding Her acclaimed publications Lydia Mendoza’s Life in Music/La Historia de Lydia Mendoza and Earth Wisdom: A California Chumash Woman establish foundational frameworks for borderlands ethnomusicology and indigenous knowledge systems, reflecting decades of advocacy for Chicana/o studies as an academic discipline.

Giandomenico Di Domenicoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Misinformation
• Social Media
• Consumer Behavior
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Giandomenico Di Domenico is a Lecturer in Marketing and Strategy at Cardiff Business School , focusing on the dark side of social media , particularly misinformation dynamics and their impact on brands and consumer behavior. He also investigates influencer marketing and participative pricing mechanisms. PhD in Marketing from the University of Portsmouth (2019-2022) Current supervisor for postgraduate students, including Toni Xinyu Qi Teaches BS1532 Technology & the Digital Age and BS3748 Business Design His research examines direct/indirect misinformation , influencer authenticity , and privacy concerns . Key trends in his 15+ publications include social media ethics , vaccine misinformation , and ASMR engagement . Co-edited special issues on misinformation's societal impacts Board member of Psychology & Marketing as Social Media Editor Giandomenico mentors students in digital marketing and collaborates with the International Panel on the Information Environment . His work intersects marketing strategy , behavioral psychology , and digital policy .

Giovanni Semiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Studies
• Gentrification
• Urban Sociology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Giovanni Semi is a Full Professor in Urban Sociology at the Interuniversity Department of Territorial Sciences, Planning and Policies (DIST) at Politecnico di Torino. His academic career spans multiple institutions, with significant teaching contributions to doctoral programs at both the University of Milan and University of Turin over the past decade. University of Milan (2013-2023): Multiple cycles of Sociology and Methodology of Social Research University of Turin (2016-2018): Sociology and Methodology of Social Research His research focuses on three interconnected areas: urban studies (particularly gentrification, platform capitalism, and public spaces), migration studies (Mediterranean circulations and daily multiculturalism), and sociology (ethnographic methods, class analysis, and housing dynamics). Semi's work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical fieldwork, often employing qualitative methodologies to examine contemporary urban transformations. Semi's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the evolving nature of urban inequality, particularly examining how short-term rental platforms, post-pandemic conditions, and gentrification processes reshape urban landscapes and social relations. His work often centers on Turin as a case study while maintaining broader theoretical implications for Southern European urban contexts. As an academic, Semi has contributed significantly to methodological discussions through his practical guide to participant observation, now in its second edition. His research has appeared in prominent journals including Cities, European Urban and Regional Studies, and Identities. His work on urban sociology, particularly concerning gentrification processes and the impact of platform economies on housing markets, has established him as a significant voice in contemporary urban studies, with particular expertise on Southern European urban contexts.

Jennifer M. Sandersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theology
• Philosophy
• Catholic Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer M. Sanders, Ph.D., is a Professor at Saint Louis University's College of Philosophy and Letters, specializing in Catholic Studies. She teaches courses such as Catholic Imagination, Lonergan’s Insight, and The Question of Suffering and Evil in Catholic Thought. Ph.D. in Systematic Theology, Boston College (2017) M.A. in Philosophy, Boston College (2009) B.A. in Philosophy, Summa Cum Laude, Boston College (2007) Her research focuses on theology, ethics, and Catholic intellectual heritage, particularly exploring themes like forgiveness, civil resistance, and the intersection of faith with social justice. Her work bridges philosophical inquiry with religious discourse to address contemporary moral and existential challenges. Her publications include analyses of forgiveness and civil resistance within Catholic thought, reflecting her interest in the theological implications of human interactions and societal structures. Key lectures delivered in 2023 and 2025 highlight her engagement with topics such as 'The Cross and Civil Resistance' and 'Authentic Friendships in Vulnerable Democracies.' She is affiliated with the Catholic Theological Society of America and actively contributes to community work through public lectures and service.

• Algorithmic Personalization
• Digital Identity
• Critical Political Economy of the Web
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tanya Kant is an Associate Professor in Media and Cultural Studies (Digital Media) at the University of Sussex’s School of Media, Arts and Humanities. Her research focuses on algorithmic personalization, digital identity, and the socio-economic implications of data-driven systems. She authored the influential book *Making It Personal: Algorithmic Personalization, Identity and Everyday Life* (2020) and co-manages REFRAME, an open-access publishing platform. Her work bridges qualitative cultural studies with critical political economy, examining how algorithmic systems shape identities, creativity, and socio-material realities. Key research areas include generative AI ethics, algorithmic autobiographies, data profiling, and the impact of AI on PR/communications industries. Kant has collaborated with Ofcom, MIT, and Full Fact on data ethics and misinformation. Her teaching roles include convening MA Digital Media and supervising PhDs in critical AI studies. Recent grants include a £9,600 AHRC Impact Accelerator Award (2023) for studying ethical AI use in communications sectors. Professional activities include advisory roles at Open Rights Group and Full Fact, as well as frequent media engagements discussing AI’s societal implications. Her work emphasizes creative resistance strategies against algorithmic systems, such as participatory methods for ‘writing with’ digital selves through algorithmic autobiography projects. Notable Grants: Sussex KE Fellowship (2025), AHRC Impact Accelerator Award (2023) Key Collaborations: MIT, Ofcom, Full Fact, Magenta Associates Teaching Portfolio: Convenes 10+ modules including ‘Digital Cultures’ and ‘Gender, Sexuality and Digital Culture’

• Cybersecurity
• Privacy-Preserving Computation
• Cryptography
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. YANG Guomin is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Singapore Management University's School of Computing and Information Systems, where he coordinates the BSc Cybersecurity Track. His research focuses on privacy-preserving cryptography, authentication systems, and secure IoT frameworks. Research spans cryptographic protocols for cloud security, blockchain applications, and federated learning with emphases on efficiency and practical implementation. Recent publications demonstrate innovations in threshold authentication, redactable blockchains, and privacy-aware communication protocols. Advisees include LI Huilin and WANG Jiaheng, with research projects examining hardware-enhanced encryption, biometric authentication policies, and space network security. Work consistently addresses tension between security guarantees and computational efficiency in distributed systems.

Mihalis Kavaratzisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Place Marketing
• Place Branding
• Tourism Destination Marketing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Mihalis Kavaratzis holds the title of Professor of Place Marketing at Manchester Metropolitan University's Business School. He joined in 2022 and previously served as an Associate Professor at the University of Leicester. His expertise lies in place marketing, place branding, and tourism destination marketing, with a focus on participatory approaches and cultural dimensions. He co-founded the International Place Branding Association and serves on editorial boards of multiple journals. Education includes a PhD on City Marketing from the University of Groningen, an MSc in Marketing from the University of Stirling, and a Business Administration degree from Greece. He has advised local governments on place branding strategies and delivered over 30 keynote speeches. Awards include Senior Fellowship of the Institute of Place Management and recognition for impactful research in place branding. Research interests emphasize resident engagement, co-creation in branding, and sustainability. He has supervised eight PhD students and examined 15 doctoral theses globally. His work bridges theory and practice, with notable contributions to journals like Tourism Management and Marketing Theory. Labs/Teams: Part of the Institute of Place Management at MMU and collaborates with the International Place Branding Association. Actively involved in the Chair for Place Attractiveness and Marketing at the University of Marseille.

• Cybersecurity
• Data Encryption
• Access Control Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Willem Jonker is a Full Professor at the Digital Society Institute, specializing in Semantics, Cybersecurity & Services. His research focuses on encryption schemes, access control, and privacy-preserving technologies. He has contributed to over 120 publications, with recent work addressing CVE-to-CWE mapping, anomaly detection in network traffic, and functional encryption systems. His expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to secure digital systems and privacy. Jonker has supervised 10 students and actively participates in academic conferences, presenting on topics like secure data management and cryptographic protocols. Research interests include cryptographic protocols, secure data management, and cybersecurity solutions. Notable projects involve developing methods for detecting covert channels, enhancing data privacy in healthcare, and improving secure search over encrypted data. He has also contributed to standards in digital rights management and forensic image recognition.

Toby Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Crime Science
• Urban Analytics
• Spatial Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Toby Davies is an Associate Professor in Criminal Justice Data Analytics at the University of Leeds, School of Law. His work focuses on quantitative criminology, spatial analysis, and computational methods to inform crime prevention. He holds a Mathematics degree from the University of Oxford (2008) and a PhD from University College London (UCL), followed by postdoctoral research on the EPSRC-funded Crime, Policing and Citizenship project. Before joining Leeds in 2023, he was at UCL’s Department of Security & Crime Science. His research spans interdisciplinary topics including urban form and crime, crime modeling, social networks, and cybercrime. He has collaborated with police agencies (West Yorkshire, Thames Valley, West Midlands Police) and governmental bodies (UK Home Office, London Mayor’s Office). A strong advocate for Open Science, he co-founded JDI Open to promote open practices in crime science. His recent work emphasizes policy interventions like phasing out pointed kitchen knives to reduce knife crime, leveraging data-driven approaches. He publishes widely in criminology, physics, network science, and general science journals, and has guest-edited special issues. His applied research aims to bridge theory and practice, developing tools deployed operationally in policing. Current interests include financial crime dynamics, social contagion of crime, and street network configurations’ impact on crime patterns.

• Philosophy of Love
• Sex and Relationships
• Applied Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luke Brunning is a Lecturer in Applied Ethics at the University of Leeds, affiliated with the School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. He holds a DPhil from Oxford University and has previously taught at the University of Birmingham and conducted postdoctoral research at Oxford. His research focuses on romantic relationships, emotions, applied ethics, and moral psychology, with particular attention to issues like polyamory, jealousy, asexuality, and the ethics of modern relationships. Dr. Brunning's academic journey includes a BA and MPhil from King’s College London, followed by a DPhil on 'Integration, Ambivalence, and Mental Conflict' supervised by Prof. Edward Harcourt. He is a member of the Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships and actively supervises postgraduate students like Lucy Shanahan. His work explores how ethical principles intersect with emotional experiences in personal and societal contexts. His research trends emphasize the philosophical analysis of love's complexities, including its intersections with technology (e.g., AI), healthcare ethics, and social justice. Themes like forgiveness, blame, and moral responsibility frequently appear in his publications. Though currently no scientific awards are listed, his contributions to applied ethics and relationship philosophy have established him as a key figure in these areas. Education: DPhil, MPhil, and BA in Philosophy from Oxford University and King’s College London Research Group: Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships Lab/Team: Active in interdisciplinary ethics research at Leeds

Daniel J. Weitznerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Privacy
• Data Governance
• Cybersecurity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniel J. Weitzner serves as Founding Director of the MIT Internet Policy Research Initiative (IPRI) and 3Com Founders Senior Research Scientist at MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). His work bridges technical research and public policy across critical domains including privacy frameworks, data accountability systems, cybersecurity risk assessment, and trustworthy AI governance, with significant influence on national and international policy development. Weitzner's research spans multiple interconnected domains: Privacy and Data Governance: Leading the MIT Future of Data Initiative to develop responsible data stewardship frameworks Cybersecurity Risk Measurement: Directing the SCRAM project for quantifiable security assessment methodologies Pandemic Response Technology: Co-leading the PACT project whose privacy-preserving contact tracing architecture directly informed the Apple-Google Exposure Notification system deployed globally Accountability Systems: Developing cryptographic techniques for Practical Accountability of Secret Processes Encryption Policy: Authoring the seminal "Keys Under Doormats" analysis of exceptional access risks Election Security: Conducting the influential security analysis of Voatz internet voting systems that prompted state-level policy changes As an academic mentor, Weitzner advises current graduate students Kevin Liao (EECS PhD/Harvard JD), Nicola Lawfard, Lisa Baer, and Chelsea Conard across MIT's Technology and Policy Program and EECS department. His alumni include Mike Specter (EECS PhD 2022, Georgia Tech faculty), Jonathan Frankle (EECS PhD 2023), and numerous practitioners shaping cybersecurity policy. He teaches foundational courses including "Foundations of Internet Policy" and the MIT-Georgetown joint course "Privacy Legislation Law and Technology". Weitzner directs the MIT Internet Policy Research Initiative as a cross-disciplinary hub connecting computer scientists, legal scholars, and policy experts. His leadership extends to major initiatives including the SCRAM cybersecurity project, the EU-US Privacy Bridges collaboration, and the National Academy of Sciences study committees on authentication technologies. His work consistently translates technical research into real-world policy frameworks through partnerships with government agencies, civil society organizations, and industry stakeholders.

Ezra W. Zuckerman Sivanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic Sociology
• Strategic Management
• Organizational Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ezra W. Zuckerman Sivan is the Alvin J. Siteman (1948) Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the MIT Sloan School of Management, where he also co-founded the PhD Program in Economic Sociology. He holds a BA in Political Science from Columbia University and an MA and PhD in Sociology from the University of Chicago. His research bridges economic sociology and management, focusing on how social processes shape business dynamics and vice versa. Key themes include categorical structures in markets, legitimacy work, and the interplay between strategy and social identity. Notable contributions address elite cultural consumption, market entry authenticity, and partisan moral flexibility in politics. Zuckerman Sivan teaches competitive/technology strategy at the master’s and executive levels, alongside doctoral courses in 'Sociology of Strategy' and 'Identity and Action.' His work has been recognized with the ASA Award, reflecting his impact on sociological and business scholarship. Education: BA in Political Science, Columbia University MA and PhD in Sociology, University of Chicago Executive Education: Developing and Managing a Successful Technology Strategy (multiple dates) Recent research trends highlight his exploration of political misinformation, market legitimacy, and reciprocal behavior in groups. His publications span sociology, management, and interdisciplinary journals, emphasizing both theoretical rigor and practical managerial insights.

• Historical Linguistics
• Sociolinguistics
• Dialectology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert McColl Millar is a Professor at the University of Aberdeen specializing in historical linguistics and Scots language studies. His research examines language contact phenomena, dialectological variation, and sociolinguistic dynamics within Scottish linguistic communities. His primary research domains include: Historical development of Scots in relation to English and Gaelic Dialectology of Scottish regional varieties (particularly Doric and fishing community dialects) Language policy and standardization efforts for Scots Lexical variation and attrition in endangered dialects Sociolinguistic aspects of language identity and nationalism Historical sociolinguistics of Scotland Language contact-induced change Analysis of Millar's recent publications (2024-2016) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Scots Language Documentation through dialect surveys, lexical studies, and orthographic analysis; (2) Language Contact Mechanisms examining borrowing, interference, and structural change in historical English; (3) Sociopolitical Dimensions exploring Scots' relationship with Scottish identity, nationalism, and language policy. His work consistently bridges theoretical linguistics with practical language planning concerns. No scientific awards are documented in the available sources. While student advising details remain unreported, his publications indicate extensive collaboration with research forums like the Forum for Research on the Languages of Scotland and Ulster. Grant funding specifics are not publicly itemized, though his edited volumes suggest institutional and conference-level support. No dedicated laboratories or research teams are specified in current public materials.

Emily Wilcoxمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Studies
• Dance Studies
• Cultural History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emily Wilcox is the Margaret Hamilton Professor of Chinese Studies at William & Mary and core faculty in the Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Program. She holds affiliations with the University of Michigan’s Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies and multiple interdisciplinary programs. Her research focuses on modern Chinese performing arts, cultural diplomacy, and Cold War transnational networks. Wilcox earned degrees from Harvard, Cambridge, and UC Berkeley. She has held roles as Interim Chair of Modern Languages at William & Mary and Associate Chair at the University of Michigan. Her awards include the 2024 Guggenheim Fellowship and the 2019 de la Torre Bueno Prize. Her research explores Sino-Japanese cultural diplomacy, Cold War dance exchanges, and the role of performance in Asian geopolitics. Recent work includes analyzing the Matsuyama Ballet’s White-Haired Girl adaptation and China’s Bandung-era dance diplomacy. Wilcox has authored six books and over 30 articles, co-curated major exhibitions on Chinese dance history, and directs the Chinese Dance Collection at the University of Michigan. Her work bridges dance studies, cultural history, and East Asian studies.