جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Michelle Gallantمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Money Laundering
• Terrorist Finance
• Taxation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michelle Gallant serves as Professor at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Law (Robson Hall), where she has taught continuously since 1999 and attained full professorship in 2014. She concurrently holds an Adjunct Professor appointment in the university's Peace and Conflict Studies Program since 2005 and is an Associate member of St. Paul's College. Her significant administrative roles include Manitoba Law Reform Commissioner (2012-2018), Deputy Commissioner of the Residential Tenancies Commission (2008-2011), and former Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) and Director of the Legal Research Institute (2004-2010). Her academic credentials feature a Doctor of Philosophy from King's College London (2000), preceded by a Master of Laws from the University of British Columbia (1996) and Bachelor of Laws from the University of New Brunswick (1990). Prior to doctoral studies, she practiced as Legal Counsel for the Federal Department of Justice in Halifax. Dr. Gallant's research centers on the governance of tainted finance, with primary expertise in Money Laundering, Terrorist Finance, and Taxation intersecting with Philanthropy and the Law. Her work critically examines civil forfeiture mechanisms, anti-money laundering regulations, and the tension between financial crime control and human rights protection. She employs empirical methodologies to evaluate regulatory effectiveness across Canadian and international contexts, with particular attention to banking sector vulnerabilities and cross-jurisdictional enforcement challenges. Analysis of her publication record reveals evolving scholarly focus from theoretical frameworks toward empirical studies of civil forfeiture and international regulatory cooperation. Recent work increasingly addresses the impact of financial secrecy jurisdictions on crime control efforts and explores innovative approaches to balancing security imperatives with fundamental rights protections in financial regulation. She maintains active scholarly engagement through presentations at premier international forums including the Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime and Global Conference on Transparency Research, where she contributes expertise on civil forfeiture patterns, terrorist finance regulation, and philanthropy law applications.

Jonghyuk Chaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Transformation
• Digital Government
• Government Transformation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jonghyuk Cha is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems and Project Management at Westminster Business School, University of Westminster. Previously, he worked as a Research Associate at the University of Manchester and held roles in software/IT consulting. He holds a PhD and MSc from Alliance Manchester Business School and a degree in Industrial Systems Engineering and Business Management from Yonsei University. He was also a Visiting Research Fellow at South Korea's Science and Technology Policy Institute. His research focuses on digital transformation, digital government, organisational project management, and benefits realisation. Key publications explore owner challenges in major projects, digital transformation dynamics, and government transformation strategies. He has been awarded the 2021 JAIS Best Paper Honorable Mention, 2021 BAM Best Developmental Paper Award, and 2017 ICIS Best Paper-a-Thon Paper Award. Teaching modules include Digital Innovation, Project Management, Social Media for Business, and Web-enabled Business. He is part of the Centre for Digital Business Research, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on digital business and organisational transformation.

• Data Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing & Supply Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tom Aben is a Researcher at Tilburg University's Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), specifically within the Department of Information Systems and Operations Management. His work focuses on the intersection of digital transformation, supply chain management, and data governance in complex organizational settings, with particular emphasis on collaborative networks and critical infrastructure management. Dr. Aben's research interests center around purchasing and supply management (PSM) in multi-party networks, data sharing solutions, and collaborative governance approaches. He investigates how organizations can effectively manage digital transformation in critical infrastructure contexts, with particular attention to contract design, trust-building mechanisms, and network governance structures. His work often addresses societal challenges through collaborative approaches across public and private sectors, contributing to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable infrastructure and innovation. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on how digitalization transforms traditional buyer-supplier relationships and necessitates new governance approaches. Aben's research shows particular expertise in data sharing within critical infrastructure networks, examining how organizations jointly develop data clauses and navigate the challenges of information asymmetry in digital environments. His work has significant implications for both academic theory and practical implementation of collaborative governance models. Dr. Aben has received recognition for his contributions to the field, including: Nomination for the 2021 Tilburg University Impact Award for the NWO/NGinfra LONGA VIA project Nominee for the Best PhD Dissertation Award in 2023 Currently, Dr. Aben is actively involved in the VIA AUGUSTA research project (2022-2026), which focuses on leveraging System-of-Systems approaches to infrastructure management. Previously, he contributed to the Longavia project (2018-2022) examining legal and organizational aspects of data-driven innovations in infrastructure management. He has also organized academic events such as the workshop 'Moving Towards Cross-Sectoral Collaboration: Challenges and Opportunities of 'Joint' Action' in December 2024, demonstrating his leadership in advancing knowledge in his field. His research spans multiple sectors including critical infrastructure management, healthcare, and public administration, with a particular focus on Dutch contexts but with implications that extend internationally. Dr. Aben frequently collaborates with researchers including Wendy van der Valk, Luc van de Sande, and David Wodak, indicating strong research networks both within Tilburg University and with external partners.

Muhammad Azmatمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Logistics 4.0
• Innovation in Mobility
• Autonomous and Connected Vehicles
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Muhammad Azmat is a Lecturer and researcher at Aston University's School of Engineering and Applied Science, specializing in Engineering Systems & Supply Chain Management. He holds a PhD from Vienna University of Economics and Business, an MBA from Iqra University, and completed leadership programs at Oxford. His research focuses on disruptive technologies like autonomous vehicles, IoT, and their applications in supply chains and mobility. He has collaborated with organizations such as the Federal Procurement Agency of Austria and the Kühne Foundation, addressing challenges in logistics, urban mobility, and humanitarian aid. Education: PhD in Transport, Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Vienna University of Economics and Business, 2019) MSc in Supply Chain Management (Vienna University of Economics and Business, 2015) MBA in Supply Chain Management (Iqra University, 2013) Research Interests: Dr. Azmat explores innovation in mobility (autonomous/connected vehicles, shared platforms), logistics 4.0, and humanitarian supply chains. He examines how technologies like IoT and big data can enhance efficiency while addressing ethical and operational challenges. Recent work includes drone applications for disaster relief and blockchain for supply chain transparency. Publications Trends: His work spans urban logistics optimization, technological adoption barriers in SMEs, and cross-border humanitarian coordination. A common theme is leveraging emerging tech to solve real-world logistical and infrastructural problems. Awards: Best paper in Health and Environment (2019) PhD Distinction Award (2019) PhD Supervision & Collaboration: Actively supervises PhD candidates in mobility innovation and supply chain resilience. Leads industry-academia projects with highway authorities and tech firms, focusing on pilot testing autonomous vehicle infrastructure and IoT-based logistics solutions. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Aston's Logistics Research Group and external networks like the Kühne Foundation to advance sustainable logistics systems and smart mobility frameworks.

Pawan Budhwarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Expatriation
• Employee-Employer Relations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pawan Budhwar is the 50th Anniversary Professor of International HRM at Aston Business School, Aston University. He holds senior administrative roles including Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor International and Head of School. His research focuses on Strategic Human Resource Management, Expatriation, Employee-Employer Relations in Emerging Markets, and Cross-Cultural Management. Budhwar has extensive editorial leadership roles, including Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Human Resource Management Journal and former Co-Editor of the British Journal of Management . Education: PhD in Comparative Human Resource Management (Manchester Business School, 1998) MPhil in Industrial Sociology (M.D. University, 1990) MBA and BA (M.D. University, 1986-1984) Research Interests: Integration of AI and HRM practices Ethical implications of algorithmic management Global talent management in emerging markets Sustainability and circular economy in organizational contexts Awards & Affiliations: Fellowships: Academy of Social Sciences, Higher Education Academy Membership: Academy of International Business, Academy of Management (USA), British Academy of Management Editorial boards: Human Resource Management Journal , British Journal of Management Grants & Collaboration: Leadership in global research networks Over 300 publications including 150+ peer-reviewed articles Supervised 21 doctoral candidates Labs/Teams: Active in Aston India Centre for Applied Research and cross-border collaboration initiatives.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Support Systems
• Knowledge Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Gregoris Mentzas is a faculty member at the National Technical University of Athens, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where he directs the Division of Industrial Electric Devices and Decision Systems. His research focuses on AI-enabled decision systems, knowledge management, and semantic technologies applied to digital enterprises and e-government. With over 350 publications, he ranks among the top 2% most cited scientists globally. Research Interests: Artificial intelligence for decision augmentation, big data analytics in personalized health and smart mobility, semantic web technologies, and industrial internet of things. Current projects investigate trustworthy AI frameworks and hybrid intelligence systems for Industry 5.0. Teaching: Leads courses in Digital Enterprise Management, Strategic Information Systems, and Project Management at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, incorporating industry case studies and experiential learning approaches. Awards & Leadership: Top 2% Highly Cited Scientist (PLOS Biology 2021) 5 Best Paper Awards in international conferences Director of Information Management Unit (1997-present) Board Member of Institute of Communication and Computer Systems (2006-2009) Projects & Funding: Secured over €18 million in research grants through 60+ European projects with industry partners including SAP, IBM, and Siemens. Research outcomes led to three technology spin-offs.

Mohamad Soltaniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Healthcare Operations Management
• Service Operations Management
• Empirical Studies in Operations Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mohamad Soltani is an Assistant Professor of Operations Management at the University of Alberta's Alberta School of Business, Department of Accounting and Business Analytics. He holds an Honorary Fellow appointment at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Emergency Medicine. His research focuses on data-driven analysis of healthcare and service operations, emphasizing interactions between policymakers, providers, and patients to enhance care quality and system efficiency. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in Predictive Business Analytics and Operations Management. Education: PhD in Operations Management (University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2020), MS and BS in Industrial Engineering (Amirkabir University of Technology and Isfahan University of Technology, Iran). Research Interests: Healthcare operations, service operations optimization, empirical operations analysis, and data analytics applications. His work has been featured in Management Science, M&SOM, and media outlets like CBC and Global News. Research Contributions: Award-winning studies on healthcare policy spillovers, ED physician workload impacts, and appointment scheduling algorithms. His work bridges empirical analysis with practical healthcare delivery challenges. Teaching: OM 502 (Operations Management) and OM 620 (Predictive Business Analytics) in Winter Term 2026, emphasizing analytical tools for business decision-making.

Charles Lingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charles Ling is a Professor of Computer Science at Western University, holding the title of Science Distinguished Research Professor. He also serves as Director of the Data Mining and Business Intelligence Lab and Associate Scientist at the Lawson Health Research Institute. His academic background includes a B.Eng. (CS and EE) from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and MSc/PhD from the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). Research interests span machine learning, deep learning, AI, and healthcare informatics, with notable contributions to the GlucoGuide diabetes management system. He has authored over 220 peer-reviewed papers and a book titled Crafting Your Research Future , focusing on academic career development. Awarded Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE) and recipient of the First Prize for Best Clinical Research Presentation (2011). Active in grants (NSERC, FedDev, Mitacs) and organizational roles in top conferences (KDD, ICDM). Supervises 5 PhD and 4 MSc students, with notable advisees including Harry Zhang and Victor Sheng. Leverages AI in education to enhance children's cognitive abilities through video-based programs like Power Thinking , approved by Curriculum Services Canada. His work integrates machine learning with healthcare, finance, and software engineering.

Ben Ali, Mahaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Industrial Engineering
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maha Ben Ali is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. She is also an Adjunct Professor at Université Laval and a member of the Interuniversity Research Centre on Enterprise Networks, Logistics and Transportation (CIRRELT) and the Laboratoire Poly-Industries 4.0 . Education: Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, École Nationale des Ingénieurs de Tunis M.Sc. in Industrial Systems Engineering, École Nationale des Ingénieurs de Tunis M.Sc./Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Industrial concentration), Université Laval Research Interests focus on Industrial Engineering , with emphasis on Demand Management , Supply Chain Optimization , Simulation Modeling , Industry 4.0 , and Data Valorization . Her work combines Operations Research with Machine Learning to solve complex production and logistics challenges, particularly in softwood lumber and bioethanol supply chains . Publications (34 total) include studies on reinforcement learning for demand-driven systems, hybrid recommendation systems in B2B contexts, and symbiotic bioethanol network design . She has presented at conferences like the Winter Simulation Conference and IISE Annual Conference . Scientific Awards: Best paper – CIGI-QUALITA-MOSIM 2023 David Martell Student Paper Prize in Forestry – CORS 2018 NSERC Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship FRQNT Doctoral scholarship Fast-tracking scholarship Teaching includes courses like Production and Inventory Planning , Simulation of Production Systems , and Logistic Networks . She has supervised 9 completed Master’s theses on topics ranging from multi-project scheduling to CO₂ emission reduction in freight transportation .

Jen Parkمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Judgment and Decision-Making
• Framing & Context Effects
• Digital Interfaces & Information Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jen Park is an Assistant Professor in the Marketing and Behavioural Science Division at the UBC Sauder School of Business. She holds a BA from Korea University, an MA from New York University, and a PhD from Stanford University. Her research focuses on Judgment and Decision-Making, Framing & Context Effects, Digital Interfaces & Information Processing, and Prosocial & Pro-environmental Behavior. She teaches 'Consumer Judgment and Decision Making' in the 2024-2025 academic year. Her recent work bridges consumer psychology and behavioral science, exploring how subjective perceptions (e.g., age) influence prosocial behavior and how digital interface design affects decision-making. The 2021 article on 'Subjective Age and the Greater Good' examines motivations for altruistic actions, while the 2020 study on 'Swipe Left For No' analyzes rejection-based decision frameworks in consumer purchases. No scientific awards are listed, but her scholarly contributions reflect emerging trends in behavioral marketing. She advises no listed students and no grants are mentioned. She is based at the Henry Angus 565 office and can be reached via email at jen.park@sauder.ubc.ca .

Reihaneh Bidarمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Transformation
• Work Redesign
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Reihaneh Bidar is a Lecturer in Business Information Systems at the University of Queensland (UQ) Business School, part of the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Law. She is also an Associate Investigator at the Automated Decision-Making and Society (ADM+S) Centre. She holds a PhD from Queensland University of Technology’s School of Information Systems. Her research focuses on how organizations manage AI, automation, and digital integration, particularly the role of human-AI hybrids in work redesign. She emphasizes mitigating negative consequences of emerging technologies while enhancing organizational readiness for AI adoption. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate Information Systems programs, including courses on Business Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, IoT Systems, and Mobile App Development. She has developed and coordinated courses that bridge theory and practice for both bachelor’s and master’s students. Dr. Bidar’s work addresses challenges in digital collaboration and value co-creation in online networks. Notable contributions include a thought-leadership report with SAP Institute for Digital Government, which classified tasks based on risk levels to redesign public sector work. These approaches were adopted by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure for invoice processing. Her research interests further explore digital collaboration dynamics, crowdsourcing challenges, and service innovation. She collaborates with industry to translate academic insights into actionable strategies for inclusive AI and sustainable digital practices.

AnnMarie Brennanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Architectural Utopian Studies
• Design Theory
• Media Studies
• +۸ مورد دیگر

AnnMarie Brennan is a Senior Lecturer in Design Theory at the Melbourne School of Design, University of Melbourne. Her academic roles include teaching architectural theory and studio design. Her research focuses on the history and theory of 20th- and 21st-century design and architecture, with special interests in architectural utopian studies, political economy of design, media studies, and material culture. She holds degrees from Catholic University of America (B.A. 1993, B.Arch 1994), Yale University (M.E.D. 2001), and Princeton University (M.A. 2003, Ph.D. 2011). Currently, she is transforming her doctoral work on Olivetti's industrial utopia into a book manuscript. Education background includes: Bachelor of Arts and Architecture at Catholic University of America Masters of Environmental Design from Yale University Master of Arts and Doctorate from Princeton University Her research directions emphasize architectural and urban histories, with interdisciplinary projects spanning media studies, labor history, and design pedagogy. Key contributions include co-editing Cold War Hothouses: Inventing Postwar Culture and organizing exhibitions such as Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Architecture and Design . She has taught at Yale, Princeton, and Pratt Institute, and is affiliated with the Australian Centre for Architectural History, Urban and Cultural Heritage (ACAHUCH). Her exhibitions and publications highlight intersections between design, technology, and cultural critique. Notable works explore postmodern architecture, Italian design, and media's role in shaping architectural discourse.

• Econometrics
• Labor Economics
• Public Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gerard J. van den Berg is a Professor at the University of Groningen, holding dual affiliations in the Faculty of Economics and Business (Department of Economics, Econometrics and Finance) and the Faculty of Medical Sciences (Department of Epidemiology). His research focuses on labor economics, public policy, health economics, and econometrics. He has contributed to studies on unemployment dynamics, labor market policies, and transgenerational health effects. Notably, he has led randomized controlled trials evaluating integration agreements for the unemployed and examined the impact of economic conditions on health outcomes. He is a Fellow of the Econometric Society and a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences. His work spans interdisciplinary areas including epidemiology, development economics, and behavioral economics. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his roles suggest advanced academic training in economics and epidemiology. He has been involved in numerous collaborative projects across institutions such as the Institute for Employment Research (IAB), IZA, and J-PAL. His recent publications explore topics like minimum wage effects, biomarker-driven health studies, and the long-term impacts of early-life environments. Awards: Royal Netherlands Academy membership, Fellow of Econometric Society. Grants/Projects: Evaluation of labor market programs (IZA), research on economic determinants of diabetes (Health Economics). Labs/Teams: Affiliated with multiple institutions including CEPR, ZEW, and IFAU.

F.A. (Floor) Rinkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Behavior
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Leadership and Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Floor Rink is a Full Professor of Organizational Behavior at the University of Groningen’s Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), leading the Organizational Behavior department. Her research bridges psychology and management, focusing on social inequality (diversity, status, power) and strategic governance (leadership, board dynamics). She publishes in top journals like Academy of Management Journal and Psychological Science, and advises boards of major firms like PwC. Recognized nationally and internationally, her work addresses DEI challenges and ethical leadership. She teaches courses on organizational behavior and leadership, and holds visiting roles at Kellogg School of Management and ANU’s Global Institute for Women’s Leadership. Education: PhD in Psychology, Leiden University (2005, cum laude) MSc in Psychology, University of Groningen Research Interests: DEI initiatives and resistance dynamics CEO/board decision-making processes Gendered leadership challenges Social capital and professional networks Workplace energy and crafting Her recent articles explore topics like CEO strategic uniqueness, auditor advice-seeking behaviors, and gender bias in DEI policies. She serves on editorial boards and supervisory roles, emphasizing applied research impact through media contributions and executive training programs.

Alma Leora Culénمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Interaction Design
• Sustainable Interaction Design
• Research through Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alma Leora Culén is a Professor in the Design of Information Systems at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, part of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. She holds a prominent role in advancing sustainable interaction design, research through design methodologies, and transformative design practices focused on societal transitions. Her academic journey includes contributions to HCI education reform, emphasizing ethical and sustainable design principles. Culén has pioneered projects like 'Plurishop' exploring sustainable smartphone alternatives and 'Transition Design' approaches for mitigating democratic erosion. She actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations through research groups such as DESIGN and Design4Dem. Key research interests span sustainable technology, participatory design processes, and leveraging AI for complex design mediation. Her work often intersects with societal challenges like climate action, youth engagement in socio-technical systems, and rural sustainability initiatives. Culén's pedagogical innovations include intensive design courses and speculative installations for civic education. She leads projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council, focusing on sustainable consumption patterns and MaaS solutions for rural areas. Notable collaborations include international design research societies and EU-funded sustainability initiatives. Her lab activities emphasize participatory prototyping and transition design frameworks, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as chronically ill youth and elderly users. Culén's work bridges academic research with real-world impact through partnerships with libraries, municipalities, and tech industries.