جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sean Caoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence in Finance
• Machine Learning Applications
• Capital Market Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sean Cao serves as Associate Professor (with tenure) at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, where he is Director and Co-founder of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research. He also holds an affiliation as professor at Harvard Business School's D 3 Institute. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Cao's research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and capital markets, with particular expertise in how machine learning transforms financial analysis, corporate disclosure practices, and investment decision-making. His work examines the evolving relationship between human analysts and AI systems, blockchain applications in financial reporting, and the strategic adaptation of corporate communications for machine readership. He has pioneered research on the "AI divide" among investor groups and developed frameworks for human-AI collaborative stock analysis. His publication portfolio spans top journals including Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Accounting Research, and Management Science. The research demonstrates consistent thematic progression toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications in finance, with recent work exploring distributed ledger technologies for auditing, machine learning for extracting private information from disclosures, and the economics of greenwashing in ESG funds. His studies frequently combine textual analysis with traditional financial metrics to uncover novel market insights. Fama-DFA Prize from Journal of Financial Economics for best paper in capital markets and asset pricing Michael J. Brennan Award from Review of Financial Studies Deloitte Initiative for AI and Learning award for developing trustworthy AI for social equity PanAgora Asset Management's Dr. Richard A. Crowell Memorial Prize Multiple best paper awards from Midwest Finance Association, Global AI Finance Conference, and Asian Finance Association Dr. Cao has delivered over 200 invited research talks at major institutions including the Central Bank of Japan, Central Bank of Thailand, and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He serves as Guest Associate Editor for Management Science and has co-chaired Review of Financial Studies conferences on FinTech and Machine Learning. His educational initiatives include a widely adopted free AI textbook for finance and accounting that has been implemented at universities worldwide including Indiana University, UT Dallas, and University of Minnesota. As Director of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research, Dr. Cao leads a multidisciplinary team exploring practical AI applications in finance. The initiative has secured significant funding including a $150,000 grant from GRF CPAs & Advisors. His research group maintains strong industry connections through partnerships with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and technology companies, facilitating the translation of academic research into practical financial applications.

Gerdien Oldenhuisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Labor Law
• Social Security Law
• Work Contracts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mr. Dr. Gerdien Oldenhuis is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law of the University of Groningen, specializing in Labor Law and Social Security Law. He holds multiple roles including Coordinator and Head Teacher of the post-academic social security law course (PAO), Member of the Supervisory Board of the Groninger Leergang Arbeidsrecht, and Coach for the National Team of the Hugo Sinzheimer Moot Court Competition. His expertise spans work contract law, social security claims, and legal policy analysis. He contributes to academic publications such as the Tijdschrift voor Ontslagrecht and Tijdschrift Arbeidsrechtpraktijk . Oldenhuis teaches courses on work contracts, social law fundamentals, legal research methodologies, and thesis supervision. His research focuses on labor transitions, dismissal law, and the intersection of employment and social security policies. Ancillary activities include roles at the Bestuursacademie Nederland, Schuldhulpacademie, and editorial work for legal journals. He actively participates in policy discussions and legal education initiatives, emphasizing practical applications of law in real-world scenarios.

Prentice L. Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Law
• Civil Procedure
• Legal Writing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prentice L. White is a Professor and the Associate Vice Chancellor for the Evening Division and Emerging Program at Southern University Law Center. A 1995 alumnus of SULC, he joined the faculty in 2001 after serving as an Assistant District Attorney and Senior Research Attorney, specializing in criminal appellate litigation. Education : B.A. from Xavier University of Louisiana (1991), MBA from University of New Orleans (2001), J.D. from Southern University Law Center (1995). Research interests span Criminal Law , Civil Procedure , Tort Law , and Legal Education , with a focus on Judicial Accountability , Domestic Violence Legislation , and Environmental Tort Law . His publications analyze legal reforms for domestic violence, judicial immunity, plea negotiations, and environmental liability. Notable trends in his articles include critiques of judicial discretion in criminal justice, advocacy for victim compensation in ecological disasters, and pedagogical approaches to legal education. His work bridges Legislative Analysis , Civil Rights , and Legal Ethics . Professional Background : He teaches courses such as Civil Law Property , Criminal Procedure , and Advanced Legal Writing , leveraging his experience in state and federal appellate courts.

• Operations Management
• Manufacturing Systems
• Supply Chain Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sunder Kekre is the Vasantrao Dempo Professor of Operations Management at Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business , where he has held academic appointments since 1984. His research focuses on manufacturing systems, global supply chains, and healthcare operations management. Research Expertise : New product development structures, strategic costing, lean innovation, knowledge sharing in enterprise networks, and business analytics for coordinated supply chains. Key Publications : Contributions to journals like Management Science , Operations Research , and Production and Operations Management , with work on LNG storage valuation, RFID logistics, and healthcare disparities. Scientific Recognition : Dempo Chair Professorship Bosch Chair Professorship Best Paper Award (1995) Teaching : Courses in Operations Management, Strategic Management of the Enterprise, and Information Systems Project. Non-Academic Experience : Prior engineering roles at Tata Steel (1974-1980) and consulting engagements with Fortune 500 firms like Bosch, Caterpillar, and IBM.

Eric Y. Droginمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Forensic Psychology
• Psychiatry and Law
• Mental Health Law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Eric Y. Drogin is an Adjunct Professor and Honorary Professor with dual expertise in clinical psychology and law. He is affiliated with Harvard Medical School, serving on the staff of the Forensic Psychiatry Service at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and is involved in the Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program. He also teaches at the University of New Hampshire School of Law and lectures internationally at Prifysgol Aberystwyth (formerly University of Wales) in both Psychology and Law. His work integrates mental health and legal systems through research, education, and practice. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology – Hahnemann University Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Villanova University School of Law Dr. Drogin's research interests center on the intersection of psychology, psychiatry, and law, particularly in forensic assessment, expert testimony, ethics, and mental disability law. His work emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to legal and clinical challenges, supporting both mental health professionals and attorneys. He regularly presents continuing education seminars across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. His scholarly publications span criminal and civil law applications of psychological evidence, guardianship evaluation, forensic assessment standards, and the role of mental health professionals in court. These works reflect a consistent focus on improving legal processes through scientific rigor and ethical practice. Scientific Honors and Professional Recognition: Fellow of the American Psychological Association Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology Diplomate, American Board of Forensic Psychology Diplomate, American Board of Professional Psychology Life Fellow, American Bar Foundation Dr. Drogin has held leadership roles in major professional organizations, including President of the American Board of Forensic Psychology, Chair of APA committees on Legal Issues and Professional Practice, and Co-Chair of the ABA’s Behavioral & Neuroscience Law Committee. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Psychiatry & Law and has co-authored over 250 publications. While formal student advising is not detailed, his instructional roles in residency programs and trial workshops indicate active mentorship. He is a key figure in advancing forensic psychology through education, policy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Jari Murtoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Labour Law
• Social Law
• Employment Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jari Murto serves as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Helsinki, where he specializes in Labour and Social Law. With over two decades of academic and practical experience, he contributes significantly to Finnish and European labour law discourse through publications, policy analysis, and academic leadership. His educational qualifications include a Doctor of Laws (LL.D), Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration, and Master of Laws (LL.M). Murto's doctoral dissertation Ryhmänormit yrityksessä (Group Norms in Companies, 2015) established foundational research on workplace norm systems. Murto's research examines labour law doctrines, norm systems, working conditions determination, and transition-phase labour market issues. He analyzes EU policy impacts on national frameworks, lifelong learning integration into labour law, and psychosocial workplace safety. Recent work addresses digital workplace challenges, parental employment policies, and just transitions in green/digital economies. His scholarship bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical industrial relations through frequent commentary on Supreme Court decisions. As Doctoral Programme Supervisor, Murto mentors emerging legal scholars while maintaining active peer review roles. He serves on Finland's Board for Strengthening General Applicability of Collective Agreements and participates in European labour law networks including the Labour Law Research Network and Nordic Network of Labour Law Scholars. His conference activities span topics from social packages in income policy agreements to lifelong learning's role in modern labour law. Murto maintains strong engagement with practical legal applications through Supreme Court commentary series ( KKO:n ratkaisut kommentein ) and regular contributions to Lakimies journal. His research methodology combines doctrinal analysis with empirical studies of workplace practices and policy implementation.

Kristijan Poljanecمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Commercial Law
• Corporate Law
• European Union Law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kristijan Poljanec is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Business Law, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb. He teaches commercial law, EU internal market law, and digital market law in Croatian and English. He holds a law degree and doctorate from the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Law, specializing in auction sales. His research spans commercial law, corporate governance, EU regulatory frameworks, auction mechanisms, and digital market legal challenges. He has published extensively, including the monograph Legal Theory of Auction (Routledge, 2023), exploring auction structures and modern e-commerce implications. Poljanec received the Mijo Mirković Award (2018) for research on bankruptcy proceedings and recognition from the Dr Jadranko Crnić Foundation (2023) for co-authoring Private Law of the European Union - Special Part . He participates in international projects like the EU's Corporate Sustainability initiative and leads ICC Croatia's Commercial Law Commission.

Bruce Grohsgalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bankruptcy Law
• Business Restructuring
• Student Loan Discharge in Bankruptcy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bruce Grohsgal serves as the Helen S. Balick Professor in Business Bankruptcy Law at Widener University Delaware Law School, where he joined the faculty in July 2014 after over 30 years of legal practice. His primary academic affiliation is with Widener University's Law School, where he teaches Bankruptcy, Contracts I and II, Secured Transactions, International Bankruptcy, and Financial Regulation. Prior to academia, he practiced at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones, LLP in Wilmington, Delaware, representing major entities in high-profile bankruptcy cases including Solyndra, Global Home Products, and Trans World Airlines. Professor Grohsgal's research focuses on bankruptcy law with particular expertise in business restructuring, student loan dischargeability, and financial institution insolvency. His work critically examines the absolute priority rule, structured dismissals, and the legislative history behind student loan nondischargeability. He has extensively analyzed how bankruptcy courts handle debtor-creditor agreements, lease rejections, and the recharacterization of debt claims as equity. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical restructuring challenges faced by practitioners. As Editor-in-Chief of the Norton Journal of Bankruptcy Law and Practice and the Norton Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law, Grohsgal significantly influences bankruptcy scholarship. His recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate a concentrated focus on student loan bankruptcy discharge mechanisms, evolving interpretations of the absolute priority rule, and procedural innovations in Chapter 11 cases. The articles reveal growing scholarly attention to consumer bankruptcy issues within traditionally corporate-focused bankruptcy scholarship. Professor Grohsgal actively engages with policy development through congressional testimony, including written submissions for H.R. 1667 (Financial Institution Bankruptcy Act of 2017). He directs the Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law and previously chaired the Delaware State Bar Association's Bankruptcy Section. His practical experience informs his academic work, particularly regarding first-day motions, asset sales in bankruptcy, and derivatives treatment in insolvency proceedings.

Oliver Hailesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• International Law
• Arbitration
• Investment Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Oliver Hailes is an Assistant Professor at the LSE Law School, specializing in international law, arbitration, energy, and environmental law. He joined LSE in January 2023 and serves as Assistant General Editor of the ICSID Reports since 2018. He holds a PhD in Law from the University of Cambridge, where his thesis explored customary international law in investment arbitration. His research focuses on the intersections of investment treaties, climate change, and energy law. Education: BA in Politics, University of Otago LLB (Hons), University of Otago LLM in International Law (First Class), Trinity College, University of Cambridge PhD in Law, University of Cambridge Research interests include investor-State arbitration, energy transitions, and the legal frameworks governing fossil fuel phase-outs. He teaches courses such as LL280 Advanced Issues in Public International Law , LL4BV Transnational Environmental Law , and LL4GD International Energy Law . Recent work addresses the valuation of compensation in climate-driven disputes, regulatory sovereignty during pandemics, and the role of historical precedents in economic law. He co-chairs a Masterclass on International Arbitration with Three Crowns LLP and advises on the Philip C Jessup Moot Court. Scientific Awards: Excellence in Reviewing Award (2023) Professional Activities: Member of Academic Forum on ISDS and the TaPP Network Editorial roles at Cambridge International Law Journal and PluriCourts Centre Advisory work on cases before the International Court of Justice His research lab focuses on energy law and climate governance, collaborating with NGOs and international organizations to address emerging legal challenges in global sustainability.

• Public International Law
• International Trade and Investment Law
• International Arbitration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Martins Paparinskis is a Professor of Public International Law at University College London (UCL) Faculty of Laws since 2013. He holds multiple international roles, including membership in the UN International Law Commission (2023–present), where he serves as Chair (2025) and previously as Chairperson of the Drafting Committee (2023) and First Vice-Chair (2024). He is also a Senior Global Fellow at the National University of Singapore Centre for International Law and has held visiting positions at the National University of Singapore and University of Bologna. His expertise spans international dispute settlement, investment law, human rights, environmental law, and law of the sea. He earned his LL.B. from the University of Latvia, followed by M.Jur. (Distinction, Clifford Chance Prize), M.Phil (Distinction), and D.Phil. from the University of Oxford. PhD Scientific Board Member, University of Milan-Bicocca Doctoral College Member of the Professorial Council, University of Latvia Faculty of Law Editor-in-Chief of CIL Dialogues Research interests include international arbitration, investment law, environmental law, and human rights. His recent work addresses ISDS reforms, state responsibility, and pandemic-related legal challenges. He has contributed to over 50 articles and book chapters, including landmark publications on treaty interpretation and investor-state dispute mechanisms. Prof. Paparinskis has received the UCL Laws Excellence Award for Teaching (2016) and was nominated for Student Choice Awards (2023, 2024). He advises international bodies like the EU Fundamental Rights Agency and UNECE Water Convention Implementation Committee, and frequently participates in high-level judicial proceedings at ITLOS and the International Court of Justice. He leads editorial roles across 8 international journals, including the Journal of International Economic Law and Journal of World Investment and Trade. His advocacy focuses on harmonizing international investment law with human rights and environmental sustainability, particularly through SDGs 8 (Economic Growth) and 16 (Peace and Justice).

Elizabeth A. Bennettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor Exploitation
• Globalized Supply Chains
• Voluntary Sustainability Standards
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth A. Bennett, PhD, is a Full Professor of International Affairs (with tenure) and Director of Political Economy at Lewis & Clark College , Portland, Oregon. She holds visiting roles at the Goldman School of Public Policy, University of California – Berkeley , and will be a Senior Fellow at the Forum Basiliense, University of Basel (Switzerland) in 2025. Her work focuses on labor exploitation in globalized supply chains, voluntary sustainability standards, and equitable business models. Education : PhD in Political Science, Brown University (2014); MALD in Political Economy and Development, The Fletcher School at Tufts University (2014) Her research spans international relations, political economy, public policy, and sustainable development. Recent projects examine living wages in global supply chains and ethical consumerism in the cannabis industry. She co-edited The Handbook of Research on Fair Trade (2015) with Laura T. Raynolds. Her 2024 articles explore value chain profit-sharing, voluntary sustainability standards, and fair trade principles in cannabis. Earlier works analyze global governance, labor rights, and civic engagement. She has received fellowships from Harvard, Rutgers, and the J. Robert Beyster Foundation. Scientific Awards : J. Robert Beyster Fellowship (2022), Harvard Kennedy School Fellow, ongoing Rutgers Institute Fellow Dr. Bennett engages public policy through advisory roles with the United Nations Forum on Sustainability Standards , Global Organic Textile Standards Committee , and think tanks like IDOS . Her research is featured in The Guardian , PBS Nova , and The Oregonian .

Carla Ferstmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public International Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Criminal Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Carla Ferstman serves as Director of the Human Rights Centre at Essex Law School, University of Essex, holding a full Professorship since October 2021 after previously serving as Senior Lecturer from January 2018 to September 2021. She is an internationally recognized expert in human rights law with extensive practical experience in international human rights institutions. Education: DPhil in Public International Law from University of Oxford (2015) LLM in International Law from New York University (1998) Barrister and Solicitor from British Columbia Bar Association (1994) LL.B in Law from University of British Columbia (1993) BA in Philosophy from University of Western Ontario (1990) Professor Ferstman's research spans three interconnected domains: Public International Law (focusing on law of international organizations, consular assistance, and application of human rights principles); Human Rights Law (specializing in enforcement mechanisms, remedies and reparation, accountability of state and non-state actors, and terrorism law); and International Criminal Law (particularly victims' rights, reparations, prosecutorial discretion, and complementarity). Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation challenges. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex human rights implementation issues, with growing emphasis on accountability mechanisms, civil society space protection, and the practical realities of reparation systems. Her scholarship shows particular focus on the tension between state sovereignty and human rights obligations, especially in migration contexts and peacekeeping operations. Scientific Awards: Essex Faculty of Arts and Humanities Supervisor of the Year award (2022) MacArthur Foundation Award for Creative and Effective Institutions (awarded to REDRESS during her tenure as Director) Professor Ferstman actively supervises doctoral candidates in human rights and law, with current students including Matteo Bassetti, Benjamin Khastan, Kani Areef, and Nataly Santana Sanchez. Her recent grant funding includes projects on Conflict Reporting Ethics (2025, University of Essex), Accountability for Online Harm Under International Criminal Law (2023, Modern Law Review), and UK Government Accountability for International Crimes (2020, University of Essex ESRC IAA). She has held prestigious fellowships including the O'Brien Residential Fellowship at McGill University (2023) and Fernand Braudel Fellowship at the European University Institute (2022). As a member of the Council of Europe's Expert Council on NGO Law since 2018, Professor Ferstman contributes to shaping civil society regulation across Europe. She also serves on the Justice Rapid Response SGBV Justice Experts Roster and the Advisory Committee of Lawyers for Justice in Libya, demonstrating her commitment to practical human rights implementation beyond academic work.

Christine Manolakasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tax Law
• Community Property Law
• International Tax Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christine Manolakas is a Professor of Law and Director of the Tax and Business Certificates of Concentration at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific. She has taught federal income tax courses for over 40 years, expanding her expertise to include community property law. Additionally, she has instructed tax classes at the University of California, Davis, and through the California CPA Education Foundation. BA, University of Southern California JD, Loyola University, Los Angeles LLM in Taxation, New York University Professor Manolakas specializes in tax law, with a focus on federal income taxation, international tax treaties, and niche areas such as taxation of gamblers, victims of theft, and artists. Her research explores the intersection of tax policy with natural disasters, mixed-use residences, and trade in services within the NAFTA bloc. She has contributed to scholarship comparing tax systems across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Her recent work highlights tax treatment of unconventional taxpayers and scenarios, emphasizing legal complexity and policy reform. Over decades, she has also published extensively on community property law. Recipent of the Julie Davies Professor of the Year award Established the Manolakas Extraordinary Contribution Award for faculty/staff

Su-Hua Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property
• Intellectual Property Protection for Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
• Competition Law
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Su-Hua Lee is a Professor of Law at National Taiwan University (NTU) and an affiliate professor in the School of Pharmacy. She has served as a full-time faculty member at NTU since 2016, following academic positions at National Tsing Hua University and National Taipei University. Her expertise spans intellectual property law with specialized focus on pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications, competition law, and civil law. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Laws from National Taipei University Master of Laws (Magister iuris comparativi, M. iur. Comp.) from Rheinischen Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn Doctor of Laws (PhD) from National Taiwan University in 2006 Professor Lee's research examines the complex interplay between intellectual property frameworks and specialized industries, particularly pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. She has conducted extensive comparative analysis of German and Taiwanese legal systems, informed by her time as a visiting researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition in Munich (2005-2007). Her scholarship addresses critical issues including patent linkage systems, infringement damages calculation, trade secret protection, and the application of competition law to digital platforms. She frequently bridges theoretical legal concepts with practical policy implications, making her work highly relevant to legislative and regulatory development. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2024) reveals three dominant trends: 1) Examination of IP challenges in digital environments (internet marketing, social media trademarks), 2) Pharmaceutical regulation issues (patent linkage, term extension, public health crises), and 3) Economic dimensions of IP enforcement (damages calculation, multi-sided platform economics). Her work consistently incorporates comparative perspectives, particularly from German legal frameworks, while addressing Taiwan-specific legal and policy contexts. Professor Lee leads a research team that has been instrumental in drafting Taiwan's drug approval-patent linkage legislation since 2015. She serves on governmental expert committees related to intellectual property and pharmaceutical affairs and participates in regional academic networks focused on Asian intellectual property law development. Her research has been supported by multiple grants from Taiwan's Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Intellectual Property Court, and Fair Trade Commission. Her scholarly contributions span numerous law journals in Taiwan and internationally, with publications covering patent law, trademark enforcement, trade secrets, and the intersection of intellectual property with competition policy. She has also contributed chapters to several edited volumes on intellectual property systems in Asia and comparative approaches to patent enforcement.

Marcus Dillenderمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
• Public Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marcus Dillender is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Vanderbilt University, a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), and a Research Fellow at the IZA Institute of Labor Economics. His research focuses on the intersection of health, labor, and public economics, with particular attention to occupational health, workers' compensation insurance, and healthcare labor markets. PhD in Economics from the University of Texas at Austin (2013) Prior affiliations: W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health Dr. Dillender's recent work investigates gender disparities in medical evaluations and policy impacts on healthcare markets . He has also studied the effects of air pollution on workplace safety , computerization on employment , and public health funding efficacy . His research appears in journals such as the Journal of Health Economics and Journal of Public Economics. Office hours: Tuesdays, 3-5pm at Vanderbilt University.