Prof. Dr. Margrit Seckelmann holds the Chair of Public Law and the Law of the Digital Society at Leibniz University Hannover, affiliated with the Institute of Legal Informatics. Her work focuses on digital transformation in public administration, data protection, and AI governance. She leads research projects on secure digital identities and interoperability standards, with a strong emphasis on regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies. Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary studies bridge legal and technical domains, addressing challenges such as digital sovereignty, e-government, and algorithmic accountability. Recent work explores the intersection of AI with administrative law and ethical implications of automated decision-making systems. Grants & Projects: Ongoing projects include third-party funded initiatives on digital competencies in civil service and governance of geospatial data. She spearheads the Competence Center for eSports in Law, analyzing legal aspects of digital gaming communities. Labs/Teams: Her team collaborates with the Institute of Legal Informatics and external partners like the Hanover Production Technology Center (PZH). Research outputs emphasize practical solutions for digital governance challenges in public institutions.
Marco Mello is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Aberdeen's Business School. He is an applied microeconomist with strong expertise in Health Economics and Labour Economics. His research is deeply engaged with public policy, particularly within the context of the UK's National Health Service (NHS). PhD in Economics – University of Surrey (2021) MSc in Economics – University of Florence (2017) BA in Economics – University of Florence (2015) His research focuses on empirical analysis of workforce dynamics in healthcare, economic impacts of major events, and behavioral responses during public health crises. Using quasi-experimental methods, he investigates causal relationships in real-world policy settings. His work bridges economics with public health and labor market policy. The recent publications reflect a cohesive research agenda centered on health and labor markets. Key themes include employee retention in the NHS, the socioeconomic effects of sports events, and the balance between democratic participation and disease control during pandemics. These studies employ rigorous econometric techniques and contribute to both academic and policy debates. No scientific awards are listed in the provided text. Marco Mello has been involved in a research project funded by the Health Foundation, focusing on workforce retention in the NHS. There is no information available about graduate student supervision or additional grants. He previously held a postdoctoral research fellow position at the University of Surrey. There is no mention of specific labs or research teams in the provided materials, though his collaborative work suggests active participation in research networks related to health and labor economics.
Dr. Joanna Marzena Wiak is an Assistant Professor at the University of Marie Curie-Skłodowska (UMCS), affiliated with the Faculty of Law and Administration and the Department of Commercial and Economic Law. Her academic work focuses on legal frameworks in business and economic contexts, with a strong emphasis on commercial agreements, civil law, and regulatory protections. Email: joanna.wiak@mail.umcs.pl Office hours: Tuesday 8:00–9:30 and Friday 17:30–19:00 via Microsoft Teams; mobile contact available at +48 609 054 830 Research Interests: Dr. Wiak specializes in Commercial and Economic Law, examining topics such as leasing agreements, civil code applications, consumer rights, property law, and legal foundations of entrepreneurship. Her work intersects with economic security and intellectual property, reflecting her departmental alignment and practical applications in business law. Academic Activities: She teaches courses like Prawo spółek specjalistycznych (Specialized Company Law) and Prawne podstawy przedsiębiorczości (Legal Foundations of Entrepreneurship), with Teams access codes provided for virtual participation. Her ORCID identifier is 0000-0001-9012-0708, and she holds a total ministerial score of 410 based on her academic contributions.
Ilona Lipowska is a Professor at the University of Maria Curie-Skłodowska (UMCS) in the Faculty of Economics, Department of Information Systems and Logistics. Her research focuses on price management and multichannel sales, with a strong emphasis on consumer behavior and marketing channel dynamics. Habilitated in Social Sciences (Management and Quality Studies, 2023) PhD in Economics (UMCS, 2015) Member of the Polish Scientific Marketing Society Her scholarly work explores topics such as price perception, channel migration strategies, and behavioral economics, particularly in energy markets and e-commerce. Recent publications address pandemic-induced retail changes, price information overload, and smart transportation adoption. Google Scholar metrics (h-index 5) reflect her contributions to these domains. She received the 2019 Minister of Science and Higher Education Scholarship for outstanding young scientists. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on price management, multichannel logistics, and marketing research.
Simone Pfeffer is a Professor at Nuremberg Techinical University , specializing in Sociology of Education, Medical Sociology, Family Sociology, and Childhood Sociology . Her work integrates Prevention, Health Promotion, Resilience, Biographical Research, and Identity Development . Primary research: Resilience and Safety (ReSi) projects for violence prevention in daycare Key publications: 15+ peer-reviewed works on educational inequality, gender disparities, emotional learning, and resilience frameworks Grants: Funded by BMJ , STAEDTLER Foundation , and BMBF for initiatives like ReSi+ and ResIdent Her recent articles focus on: Violence protection strategies in daycare (ReSi+) Educational inequality analysis Resilience-building for 6-10 year-olds Gender dynamics in income and labor division Historical perspectives on childhood Current projects include: ZeitID – Identity development in historical contexts ImSchutz – Violence protection implementation in youth facilities
David Steigerwald is a Professor of History at The Ohio State University , specializing in US History since 1877 , Power, Culture, and the State , and Race, Ethnicity, and Nation . He teaches courses spanning Twentieth Century America from WWI through The Sixties, and directs the History Department's World War II Study Abroad program. His research focuses on Twentieth century American cultural and intellectual history Consumer history and its societal implications Postwar affluence and alienation Historiographical debates on the 1960s Sixties' impact on modern American identity Recent publications include David Riesman on the Frontiers of Consumption (2013) and The Destiny of Choice: New Directions in Consumer History (2013), with earlier works like Culture's Vanities (2004) and Wilsonian Idealism in America (1994) establishing his reputation in American thought analysis. Honors include Phi Alpha Theta Clio Award for Outstanding Teaching in History Alumni Distinguished Teaching Award (Ohio State's highest teaching honor) College of Arts & Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award (2016-2017) He is currently finalizing Lost in the Land of Plenty: Affluence and Alienation in Post-War America, 1945-2001 , continuing his exploration of how material abundance shaped American cultural contradictions.
Maria do Rosário Pereira Cardoso dos Anjos is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, Lusófona University. She holds a PhD in Special Public Law (University of A Coruña, 2011), a Master's in Public Administration (University of Minho, 1998), and a Postgraduate degree in European Studies (Catholic University of Porto, 1990). With a legal career since 1992, she has taught at Instituto Superior da Maia (1994-2019), Lusófona University (since 2005), and ISVOUGA (since 2023). PhD: Special Public Law, University of A Coruña (2011) Master's: Public Administration, University of Minho (1998) Postgraduate: European Studies, Catholic University of Porto (1990) Licenciatura: Law, Portuguese Catholic University (1989) Her research spans Administrative Law, Tax Law, EU Law, and Human Rights, focusing on public contracts, competition policy, and sustainable development. She has contributed to 15+ peer-reviewed articles and over 20 book chapters. Key themes include fiscal competition, foreign investment regulation, and inclusive education. She supervised 24 master's theses and 2 doctoral theses. As a legal practitioner, she co-founded the law firm Anjos, Martins & Associados (Porto, 2003) and serves as an arbitrator in tax and administrative disputes. She held administrative roles including Vice-Rector at Lusófona University (2021-2022) and Coordinator of International Relations (2019-2023). She participates in research groups like IJP - Portucalense Law Institute and CEAD-Francisco Suárez, contributing to European and Brazilian projects.
Jatinder Singh is a Professor at the RC Trust and Principal Research Associate (equivalent to Research Professor) at the Department of Computer Science & Technology, University of Cambridge. He is primarily affiliated with the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, where he leads the Compliant and Accountable Systems research group within the Law department. His work operates at the critical intersection of computer science, legal frameworks, and societal impact, focusing on practical implementations that align technology with regulatory requirements while addressing user and community concerns. Research interests center on accountability mechanisms for AI systems, responsible development practices, data governance, and privacy/security in emerging technologies. He examines governance, agency, trustworthiness, and transparency gaps in algorithmic systems through interdisciplinary socio-technical lenses. Current work addresses bias in LLMs, stakeholder participation frameworks, and human rights implications in domains like healthcare, maritime enforcement, and consumer IoT, emphasizing contextual awareness and real-world applicability. His 15 most recent publications (2025-2024) reveal dominant trends in AI transparency, fairness proxy development, and legal-compliance engineering. Key focus areas include stakeholder involvement in AI governance, bias mitigation in language models, data justice applications for vulnerable populations, and operationalizing human-centered AI in clinical settings. The work consistently bridges technical implementation with regulatory frameworks like the EU Cyber Resilience Act and GDPR. Scientific Awards: No awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: The text does not specify PhD/Master's students or grant details. As leader of an active research group publishing high-impact work on EU regulations and human rights, he likely directs funded projects and mentors early-career researchers, though concrete evidence is absent in the source material. His position suggests involvement in interdisciplinary grant consortia addressing socio-technical challenges. Labs and Teams: Singh leads the Compliant and Accountable Systems research group at University of Duisburg-Essen, which collaborates across university-wide clusters including Artificial Intelligence and Society, Human-AI Interaction, Trustworthy Human Language Technologies, and Verification of Machine Learning. The group develops frameworks for legal compliance in AI, focusing on demonstrable accountability through tools for transparency, bias auditing, and stakeholder engagement in real-world deployments.
Prof. Sevilay UZUNALLI is a Professor of Law at Yaşar University's Faculty of Law, where she has held significant administrative roles including Dean (2018–2021), Vice Dean, and Head of Department. She earned her Ph.D. in Private Law from Dokuz Eylül University in 1999 and has authored numerous books on Commercial Law, Competition Law, and Intellectual Property. Her research focuses on trademark law, competition agreements, and digital markets. Notable awards include multiple Alexander von Humboldt Scholarships and the Çağa Law Award (2007–2008). Her academic contributions include over 15 publications, including articles on trademark registration, anti-competitive practices, and online sales restrictions under Turkish Competition Law. She has advised numerous graduate and PhD students on topics ranging from corporate governance to intellectual property disputes. Prof. UZUNALLI has also held visiting scholar positions at universities in Germany, including Goethe University Frankfurt and Heidelberg University.
Wendy H. Wong is a Professor of Political Science and Principal’s Research Chair at the University of British Columbia. She holds affiliations with the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society (University of Toronto) and serves as an Associate Editor of Political Research Quarterly. Her research focuses on global governance, human rights, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies like AI. Past roles include Director of the Trudeau Center for Peace, Conflict, and Justice and Canada Research Chair in Global Governance and Civil Society. She is a Member of the Royal Society of Canada and contributes to media discussions on technology and civil society. Her research interests center on power dynamics, collective action, and the intersection of technology with societal norms. She has authored award-winning books, including *We, the Data: Human Rights in the Digital Age* (2024, Balsillie Prize winner), and frequently engages with interdisciplinary issues in global security and human rights. Her recent work critiques data ethics, AI governance, and the societal impacts of disruptive technologies. Wong’s publications emphasize ethical frameworks for technology, with contributions to journals like *International Studies Review* and *Journal of Human Rights*. She has spoken at conferences and media outlets such as the CBC and Financial Times, advocating for equitable tech policies. Her academic leadership includes editorial roles and institutional governance, reflecting her commitment to bridging scholarship and societal challenges.
Borja Alvaro Alvarez Martinez is a Research Fellow in Management Sciences specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, law, and ethics. His work focuses on AI governance, financial crime prevention, international arms trade compliance, and corruption mitigation. He has contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals through research on ethical decision-making frameworks and regulatory mechanisms. Research Areas: AI Ethics, Fintech Regulation, International Law Compliance, Human Rights Protection Key research outputs include analysis of AI applications in financial crime detection, Fintech's dual-use implications for crime, and human rights safeguards in arms trade agreements. His work integrates technical, legal, and policy perspectives to address modern governance challenges. Cross-border collaborations have centered on corruption law frameworks and arms control mechanisms. He advises on risk management strategies for financial institutions and international organizations. His doctoral research examined international human rights law compliance in arms export controls, supervised by experts in global governance.
Angela Carmella is a Professor at Seton Hall Law School, specializing in the intersection of law and religion with a focus on First Amendment Religion Clauses, Catholic Social Thought, and property law's racial dimensions. She holds a JD from Harvard Law School and an MTS from Harvard Divinity School, alongside an AB from Princeton University. Her research explores religious land use, church-state relations, and how property law intersects with racial justice. Notable projects include analyzing the 'social mortgage' concept in housing equity and examining religious exemptions in commercial contexts. She has authored over 20 scholarly articles and co-edited Christian Perspectives on Legal Thought . Recent Trends: Increasing focus on racial justice in property law and religious responses to societal crises (e.g., pandemic-related civic rituals). Key Themes: Balancing religious freedom with anti-discrimination principles, interpreting historical cases like Meyer v. Nebraska , and applying Catholic social teaching to modern legal dilemmas. She has received major awards including the Bishop Bernard J. McQuaid Medal and held prestigious fellowships at Harvard and the University of Virginia. Current roles include a 2024-25 Visiting Fellowship at UVa's Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture. Teaching: Courses on Religion & the First Amendment, Property Law, and Zoning/Urban Policy. Leadership: Former member of DePaul's Center for Church/State Studies Legal Scholars Board and Editorial Council for Journal of Church and State .
Gautam Nair is an Assistant Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. His research focuses on inequality, distribution, and democracy, emphasizing the politics of social policy, state-business relations, and South Asia. He holds a PhD in Political Science from Yale University with distinction. Affiliations: Ash Center, Center for International Development, Institute for Quantitative Social Science, Stone Program in Wealth Distribution. Teaching: Politics of Development, South Asia Policy Courses in MPA/ID program. His book manuscript Retail State: The Politics of Consumption Welfare in India and Beyond advances new theories on redistribution. Research supported by NSF grants, TESS, and Harvard institutes. Key interests include consumer politics, reparations, finance politics, and India’s democratic development.
Dr. Alyssa Morse is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Mental Health Research within the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health at Australian National University . Holding a PhD in Psychology from ANU, her work focuses on lived experience integration across mental health research, services, and policy. Key affiliations: ANU Centre for Mental Health Research Research groups: Child, Youth and Family Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Unit; Lived Experience Research Unit Research Interests: Alyssa specializes in enhancing lived experience involvement in mental health systems, developing youth mental health prevention programs, and evaluating mental health service designs. Her work addresses emotional regulation, stigma reduction, and digital health innovations. Publication Trends: Her recent scholarship examines pandemic impacts on mental health, technology-based interventions, post-disaster recovery, and ethical frameworks for lived experience research. Collaborative projects often involve school-based programs, caregiver support, and peer worker integration. Scientific Contributions: ALIVE Next Generation Researcher Network 2022 Seed Funding RSPH Excellence in Population Health Research Award Advisory & Grants: Actively supervises projects like "We live in our own world" (young caregiver support) and co-creates mental health resources. Funded studies include "Lived Experience Mental Health Education" and disaster resilience programs. Labs & Teams: Works with multidisciplinary teams in the Child, Youth and Family Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Unit , collaborating with Mental Illness Education ACT (MIEACT), Health Care Consumers’ Association, and ACT Mental Health Consumer Network.
Jack Hodgson is a Lecturer in History at the University of Roehampton , affiliated with the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. He specialises in children's and youth activism in American politics (19th–20th centuries), with a focus on marginalized voices and the carceral state. His first book, Young Reds in the Big Apple (2024), explores the New York Young Pioneers of America (1923–1934). He supervises PhD students and teaches modules including American History from Columbus to Cold War and Student Activism and Making Change in America . Education: PhD in American History, University of Northumbria (2022) MA in History BA (Hons) in History PGCE & QTS (History) Research Interests center on children's political participation , boyhood masculinity , and the history of the carceral state . His work examines methodological challenges in interpreting children's trauma archives and their artistic expressions. He is currently researching the trial of the youngest murder defendant in American history. Media and Public Engagement includes contributions to Washington Post , TIME Magazine , and Business Insider , and appearances on CNN's Newsroom . He received the Ellen Craft Essay Prize (2021) . Recent Research Trends span children's art in war , depression-era social policies , youth criminalization , and transnational activism . Collaborative work includes a 2025 roundtable on poverty in the Journal of American Studies . Scientific Awards: Ellen Craft Essay Prize (2021) Grants and Activities include invited talks at Edinburgh University and media contributions to podcasts and documentaries. He serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of the History of Childhood and Youth and examines PhD theses.
