Romi Haas is a Research Fellow at the Monash Department of Clinical Epidemiology , affiliated with the Cabrini Institute in Australia. She contributes to the Wiser Healthcare Program , which focuses on reducing overdiagnosis and overtreatment in cancer, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal domains. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG3, SDG13). Education : PhD in Health Services Research (thesis: "Weekend allied health services in patients undergoing elective lower limb joint replacement surgery") Research Interests : Overdiagnosis reduction, appropriate imaging utilization, musculoskeletal care optimization, opioid prescribing safety, and sustainable healthcare practices. She investigates how diagnostic labels influence treatment decisions and evaluates interventions to improve healthcare quality. Scientific Contributions : Her recent work examines patterns of imaging requests, opioid policy impacts, and carbon footprint reduction in healthcare. Collaborations include multidisciplinary teams at Monash University, Cabrini Health, and Arthritis Australia.
Professor Andrew Church serves as Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at the University of Bedfordshire , where he also holds an academic position as Professor . His research spans Human Geography and Environmental Science , focusing on Cultural Ecosystem Services , Sustainability , and Community Engagement with natural spaces. Andrew has spearheaded the 2022-26 Research & Innovation Strategy , emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and societal impact. He leads the University's Sustainability Strategy and is developing a Community Engagement Strategy for 2023. Current projects include the £1.8m Towards Brown Gold initiative (funded by ESRC ), which examines sanitation challenges in Ethiopia, Ghana, India, and Nepal through cross-disciplinary approaches. His recent academic output focuses on art-based research methods , water governance , and environmental perception across urban and global contexts. Andrew actively collaborates with micro-biologists , water scientists , and inclusive artists in international settings. Involvement in : Research & Innovation Strategy (2022-26) Sustainability Strategy implementation £1.8m ESRC-funded Towards Brown Gold project Research Themes : Cultural Ecosystem Services Sanitation & Water Management Community Engagement with Nature Interdisciplinary Environmental Research
Erin Hamilton is an Assistant Professor of Design Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Human Ecology. Her research focuses on sustainable design and environmental psychology, investigating how green building features and environmental cues influence conservation behaviors. She holds a PhD in Architecture and Natural Resources from the University of Michigan, as well as MS and BS degrees in Design Studies and a BA in Psychology from UW-Madison and Texas A&M University. Her educational background combines design, environmental science, and psychology, which informs her interdisciplinary approach to creating built environments that promote both sustainability and human well-being. Key research themes include the symbiotic relationship between humans and their environments, the role of green buildings in fostering environmentally responsible behavior, and the application of mindful awareness in sustainability education. Hamilton's work emphasizes practical interventions like signage in green buildings and participatory design processes that align with occupant values. She has conducted studies on the impact of juvenile detention center design, workplace environments for millennials, and the cognitive affordances of sustainable residential spaces. Her research has been published in journals such as Environment and Behavior and Sustainability .
Dr. Jennifer Falbe is an Associate Professor of Nutrition and Human Development at the University of California, Davis. Her research focuses on programmatic, policy, and environmental interventions to prevent chronic diseases and reduce health disparities. Notably, she led the evaluation of Berkeley’s soda tax, the first of its kind in the U.S., and has examined healthy retail programs, multi-sector community interventions, and the impact of screen time on adolescent health. She employs quantitative and qualitative methods, including randomized controlled trials and observational studies, in clinical and community settings such as schools, childcare centers, and grocery stores. Dr. Falbe holds dual Sc.D. degrees in Nutrition and Epidemiology from Harvard University, as well as an MPH in Public Health Nutrition and a B.A. in Public Health from UC Berkeley. She is actively involved in mentorship, accepting applications from undergraduate and graduate students interested in her lab’s research areas. Key research interests include food policy, obesity prevention, environmental interventions (e.g., checkout policies, warning labels), and the social determinants of health. Her work often addresses disparities in low-income communities and ethnic minority groups. Education: Sc.D., Nutrition & Epidemiology, Harvard University M.P.H., Public Health Nutrition, UC Berkeley B.A., Public Health, UC Berkeley Recent projects include evaluations of sugar-sweetened beverage taxes, healthy checkout policies, and the effects of climate change impact labels on consumer choices. She has also explored retailer perspectives on taxation and the role of environmental factors in dietary behaviors. Dr. Falbe’s grants include a UC Office of the President initiative to assess drinking water and sugar-sweetened beverage availability on UC Davis’ campus. Her lab emphasizes translating research into actionable policy and community-level interventions.
Elke U. Weber is the Gerhard R. Andlinger Professor in Energy and the Environment, Professor of Psychology and Public Affairs at Princeton University, and Associate Director for Education at the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment. She is affiliated with the Behavioral Science for Policy Lab (BSPL) at Princeton and has previously held leadership roles at Columbia University’s Center for Decision Sciences and Center for Research on Environmental Decisions. Professor, Psychology & Public Affairs, Princeton University Co-Director, BSPL Emeritus Co-Director, Columbia’s Center for Decision Sciences Dr. Weber’s research focuses on human decision-making in environmental contexts , particularly examining social norms , climate policy acceptance , and behavioral spillover effects . Her work integrates neuroeconomics , cognitive psychology , and social network modeling to address sustainability challenges. Recent publications highlight her contributions to climate adaptation strategies , energy transition policies , and behavioral interventions . She has served on advisory boards for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) , World Economic Forum , and National Academies of Sciences . Lead Author, IPCC 5th & 6th Assessment Reports Chair, National Intelligence Council Associate Editorial Board, Psychological Review (2015-2020) Co-Director, Columbia’s Center for Decision Sciences (2000-2017) Her lab (BSPL) trains graduate students and postdocs in behavioral policy research , with members working on topics like energy justice , social norm correction , and extractive community transitions . She has received multiple fellowships and served as president of three professional organizations.
Danielle Celermajer is a Professor of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, where she also serves as Deputy Director of the Sydney Environment Institute. She leads the groundbreaking Multispecies Justice project and is a member of the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies, Sydney Environment Institute, and Sydney Policy Lab. Her research focuses on transforming justice concepts to address ecological realities and the ethical standing of all earth beings, particularly through her work on Multispecies Justice. She explores how justice must be reconceptualized to take seriously the flourishing of all earth beings, how to live Multispecies Justice through affective capacities and practices, and how to institutionalize Multispecies Justice across distributive, procedural, recognition, and transitional dimensions. Her work on Climate Imaginaries investigates how different worldviews shape human responses to climate change. Celermajer's recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward expanding justice frameworks beyond human interests, with her 2025-2021 works focusing on multispecies ethics, climate justice, and the philosophical underpinnings of ecological relations. Her writing spans academic monographs, creative non-fiction, memoir, and public opinion pieces. Shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards for non-fiction (for Summertime) She currently supervises seven doctoral students working on diverse aspects of multispecies justice, including topics like re-animalization approaches, ant lifeways as resilience models, Indigenous rights, and the politics of love in multispecies contexts. Her research has been supported by numerous grants including 'Including the more-than-human in decision making,' 'Institutionalising Multispecies Justice,' and 'Developing systems and capacities to protect animals in catastrophic fires.' Celermajer maintains active engagement with public discourse through regular appearances on ABC Radio programs (The Minefield, The Philosophers' Zone), contributions to The Guardian, The Conversation, and The Sydney Morning Herald, and participation in major cultural events including the Sydney Biennale, Sydney Festival, and various Writers' Festivals.
Sarah Stafford is a Professor of Economics at the College of William & Mary, affiliated with the Department of Economics in the College of Arts & Sciences. She joined the faculty in 1998 after earning her Ph.D. in Economics from Johns Hopkins University and B.S. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University. Her research focuses on environmental regulations' impacts on firms and industries, with particular emphasis on coastal management, hazardous waste policy, and regulatory compliance mechanisms. Education: B.S. in Foreign Service, Georgetown University (1990) Ph.D. in Economics, Johns Hopkins University (1998) Her research interests span environmental economics, regulatory policy, and law and economics. Key areas include evaluating the effects of environmental regulations on business behavior, measuring social vulnerability to climate change, and designing effective compliance frameworks for hazardous materials. Recent work emphasizes coastal zone management, living shorelines, and the economic impacts of recurrent flooding in Virginia. Her publications analyze regulatory effectiveness, including studies on environmental audits, state-federal regulatory interactions, and community vulnerability indices. Research consistently bridges economic theory with practical policy applications, particularly in coastal resilience and environmental justice.
Prof. Dr. Kim Werner is a Professor of Business Administration, specializing in Event Management, at the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo) of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. Her academic career spans roles in industry and academia, including positions at Lufthansa, Tourism Australia, and the Auckland University of Technology. She holds a PhD in the impact of mega-events on regional collaboration and knowledge transfer. Education: PhD in Event Management (Auckland University of Technology, 2013) Bachelor's in International Tourism Management (Bremen University of Applied Sciences, 2004) Research Interests: Climate Adaptation in Events Sustainability and Climate Protection Event Co-Creation and Value Creation Knowledge Transfer in Destinations Funding and Projects: "KlimaEvent": Climate-Resilient Event Supply Chains (BMUV-funded, 2023–2026) "Kreislaufwirtschaft in der Messewirtschaft" (DBU-funded, 2024–2026) VR-Based Climate Adaptation Training (STIL-funded, 2025–2027) Awards and Roles: Editorial Board Member: Event Management and Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events Scientific Advisor: degefest e.V. (Congress and Seminar Industry Association) Labs and Teams: Leading research groups on climate adaptation and sustainable event design, collaborating with the University of Osnabrück and local municipalities.
Janell Townsend is a Professor of Marketing and International Business and Chair of the Management & Marketing Department at Oakland University. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing and International Business from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on global marketing strategy, branding, product design, and innovation management in international markets. She has taught at institutions such as the University of Zurich and Technical University of Vienna, and actively collaborates with global automotive OEMs and suppliers. Education: Ph.D. in Marketing and International Business, Michigan State University Research Interests: Townsend’s work bridges branding, product design, and innovation management. She explores how organizational climate, market orientation, and competitor dynamics impact business performance. Her studies frequently analyze cross-cultural consumer behavior and global brand expansion strategies. Recent research emphasizes the role of proactive competitor orientation in fostering innovation and the moderating effects of culture on brand architecture and new product launches. Awards: Hedi Fritz-Niggli Visiting Professorship (2015) Research Excellence Award (2011) Multiple travel grants and service awards Professional Activities: She serves on boards for PDMA, European Marketing Association, and the International Motor Vehicle Program. Her consulting work spans automotive and market research sectors. She chairs conferences and contributes to academic journals like the Journal of International Business Studies and Journal of Product Innovation Management. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with global industry partners and academic networks on automotive innovation and cross-cultural marketing initiatives.
Dr. Isabella Maggioni is an Associate Professor of Marketing and Academic Director of the MSc in Luxury Management at ESCP Business School (Turin campus). Her research focuses on consumer behavior, luxury retail, sustainable consumption, and technology-driven marketing solutions. She has published in leading journals like the Journal of Business Research and European Management Journal , with a strong emphasis on bridging academic theory with industry application. Her work explores how technology (e.g., AI, robotics) shapes consumer experiences, alongside themes like ethical consumption, brand identity alignment, and post-pandemic digitalization in fashion and retail. She collaborates with global organizations to deliver actionable insights on retail innovation and service design. Maggioni’s research often intersects with societal challenges such as climate change and youth engagement in sustainability. Notable contributions include studies on NFTs in luxury markets, neurophysiological responses to retail robotics, and digital servitization strategies for SMEs during crises. Her academic leadership in luxury management education is complemented by expertise in cross-channel consumer behavior and B2B sales automation.
Jarkko Levänen is an Associate Professor of Sustainability Science at LUT University’s School of Energy Systems, based in Lahti, Finland. He leads the Master’s programme in Circular Economy and teaches courses on sustainability transitions and ecological economics. His research focuses on socio-ecological models, strong sustainability, and systemic transitions across sectors such as energy, textiles, and resource management. He chairs multiple national and international projects, including the Academy of Finland-funded ‘Sustainable textile systems’ project and the EU Horizon-funded ‘Prosumer-driven green energy communities’ initiative. Levänen’s work integrates policy analysis, institutional frameworks, and stakeholder collaboration. He explores topics like carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS), circular business models, and the socio-economic dimensions of sustainability transitions. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles in sustainability science, environmental policy, and innovation studies, earning the ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant. He holds leadership roles in national committees such as Future Earth Finland and the Federation of Finnish Learned Societies (TSV). At LUT, he serves on the board of the Sustainable Circulation of Inorganic Materials (SCIMAT) research platform and the Ethics Committee for Human Sciences. Previously, he chaired the Finnish Society for Environmental Social Science (YHYS) and advised the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS). Levänen’s projects address global challenges like decentralized energy systems, textile circularity, and climate policy frameworks. His research emphasizes institutional voids, policy stagnation, and innovative solutions in resource-constrained contexts, reflecting his commitment to just and equitable sustainability transitions.
Dr. Natasha Bhatia serves as Assistant Dean (Academic) in the College of Science and Senior Lecturer at the Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University (NTU). She specializes in marine ecology and socio-economics, focusing on the interplay between human activities and coastal ecosystems. Her research emphasizes ecosystem services valuation, coastal management, and socio-economic frameworks for sustainable development. Dr. Bhatia holds a first-class honors degree in Marine and Freshwater Biology from the University of Hull and a PhD in environmental economics. Her professional experience includes roles at the Institute of Estuarine and Coastal Studies, where she collaborated with governmental and private sectors on conservation assessments, marine protected areas, and coastal hazard management. She actively engages in science communication, previously chairing Cafe Scientifique and promoting women in science through Soapbox Science initiatives in Hull. Research interests span blue carbon dynamics, urban coastal resilience, public perception of eco-engineering, and interdisciplinary approaches to ecosystem management. Her work bridges natural and social sciences to address global environmental challenges.
Stéphanie Maltais is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Ottawa (Université d'Ottawa). Her work focuses on urban resilience in the context of climate emergencies and public health crises, particularly in Montreal's metropolitan region. She explores adaptive strategies for civil society organizations during complex multi-site disasters through projects like MERCI. Her research integrates risk perception, evacuation behavior, and community resilience to enhance emergency communication and warning systems. Key themes include resilient reconstruction practices informed by crisis experiences. She participates actively in interdisciplinary sessions addressing climate-driven disasters, urban resilience frameworks, and post-crisis reconstruction. Her work bridges theoretical disaster studies with practical applications in emergency planning and organizational adaptation.
Juan Ramon Moreno Vera is a Professor of Social Sciences Education at the University of Murcia , affiliated with the Faculty of Education and Department of Didactics of Mathematical and Social Sciences . PhD in Educational Research (University of Alicante, 2011) Masters in Research and Management of Historical, Artistic and Cultural Heritage His research focuses on didactics of history , historical awareness , democratic values , and gender education , often integrating art history and digital technologies (QR codes, gamification, flipped-classroom). His work emphasizes critical thinking , heritage education , and innovative teaching methods . He has led international projects like HistoryLab and Erasmus+ KA2 initiatives. Recent publications analyze fake news detection in history education , democratic consciousness in curricula , and climate change perception among trainee teachers . Awards include the Teaching Excellence Award (University of Murcia), Sexenio de Investigación (CNEAI), and Magisterio Award Special Mention .
Jerry T. Mitchell is a Professor of Geography and Chair of the Department of Geography at the University of South Carolina , within the College of Arts and Sciences. With over $5 million in external funding from organizations like the National Science Foundation and National Geographic Society, his work focuses on geography education , environmental hazards , and Latin American geography . He has authored over 75 publications and led initiatives such as the Center of Excellence for Geographic Education since 2004. Research Interests : Geography Education, Climate Change Teaching, GIS Pedagogy Leadership Roles : Editor of the Journal of Geography (2010–2019), President of the National Council for Geographic Education (2020) Awards : 2022 Gilbert H. Grosvenor Honors in Geographic Education 2024 George J Miller Award for Distinguished Service to Geographic Education His recent publications highlight trends in geography education , emphasizing climate change pedagogy , GIS integration in teacher training, and cross-disciplinary approaches to global challenges. Mitchell's research also critiques disaster myths in media and explores spatio-temporal recovery dynamics post-hurricanes.
