جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Evangelos Christouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tourism Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Social Media in Tourism
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Evangelos Christou is a Professor of Tourism Marketing at the Department of Organisation Management, Marketing and Tourism, within the School of Business Administration at the International Hellenic University, Greece. He also serves as the Director of the Tourism Research Laboratory, leading innovative research in digital tourism, branding, and hospitality education. His research interests span tourism marketing, digital and social media in tourism, consumer behavior, branding strategies, and service quality. He has extensively published on destination image, digital marketing, and wine tourism, contributing over 100 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and conference papers. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward digital transformation in tourism, including the metaverse, AI, blended learning, and Industry 4.0 applications in education and HRM. This indicates a forward-looking research agenda integrating technology with tourism and educational practices. Professor Christou is the founding editor of the Journal of Tourism, Heritage & Services Marketing and serves on the editorial boards of several international journals in tourism and hospitality. He actively collaborates with governmental bodies, tourism boards, and multinational enterprises to translate research into strategic insights. As an educator and mentor, he has supervised numerous doctoral candidates and coordinated international research initiatives under Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe programs, promoting innovation and global engagement in tourism education. His work bridges academia and industry through applied research and collaborative projects. He leads the Tourism Research Laboratory, a hub for interdisciplinary research in tourism innovation, digital marketing, and sustainable destination development. The lab fosters collaboration among academics, students, and industry partners.

Anders Bondeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Musicology
• Sound Branding
• Media Psychology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anders Bonde is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Communication and Psychology, within The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His research focuses on music analysis, sound branding, media psychology, and the interplay between music and audiovisual media. He employs both qualitative and quantitative methods, integrating diverse data into aesthetically informed frameworks. His work bridges musicology, media studies, semiotics, aesthetics, affective computing, and data visualization. Teaching responsibilities include courses in music theory, voice leading, sound branding, and epistemology across programs in Music, Communication, and Media Studies. He leads the Study Board for Art, Health, and Technology, overseeing programs in Music Therapy, Art and Technology, and Nordic master's programs in Visual Studies and Media Arts. Research projects include investigations into sound branding, audiovisual interaction effects, and multimodal meaning-making. Notable outputs include works on the aesthetics of ambiguity in 20th-century music, sensory atmospheres in retail contexts, and the effectiveness of non-musical sound branding. His work spans theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Recent articles explore interactive music visualization, sound branding conceptualizations, and the role of music in advertising. Media engagement includes commentary on sound branding strategies and its psychological impacts. Grants and collaborations reflect his commitment to bridging theoretical and applied research.

Maria Ballestar de las Herasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مهمان

• Statistics
• Probability
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Maria Ballestar de las Heras is a Visiting Associate Professor at LUT University, School of Engineering Sciences, where her work intersects Social Sciences, Statistics, and Artificial Intelligence. She is concurrently an Associate Professor in Applied Economics at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), Madrid, Spain, and serves as Head of Analytical Consultants at Google in Spain, demonstrating a strong bridge between academia and industry. Universidad Rey Juan Carlos – Associate Professor, Applied Economics LUT University – Visiting Associate Professor, School of Engineering Sciences Google Spain – Head of Analytical Consultants She earned her B.A. in Statistics from Universidad de Zaragoza, M.Sc. in Marketing and Market Research, and M.A. in Information and Knowledge Society from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, and her Ph.D. in Applied Economics from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos. Her research focuses on applying data science, Big Data, and AI to real-world problems in customer behavior, digital transformation, public policy evaluation, and sustainability. She investigates how AI can enhance marketing strategies, evaluate educational reforms, predict stock markets, and analyze social media discourse on climate change. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates economics, marketing, and machine learning to generate actionable insights for businesses and policymakers. Her recent publications (2021–2025) reveal a consistent trend in leveraging machine learning and AI for business and social impact, particularly in e-commerce, robotics adoption, and educational policy. She frequently collaborates with researchers such as Jorge Sainz, Ismael Sanz, and Taraneh Shahin. Scientific Contributions: Published over 20 articles in leading journals including Technological Forecasting and Social Change , Journal of Business Research , and IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management . Active peer reviewer for journals like Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering and Journal of Business Research . She advises on data-driven decision-making and digital innovation, though no formal students are listed. She leads research at the intersection of technology and society, contributing to both academic knowledge and industrial practice. Her work is supported by her extensive industry experience across banking, IT, and pharmaceuticals.

Sonja Dobkowitzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Economics
• Climate Policy
• Income Inequality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sonja Dobkowitz is a postdoctoral researcher (tenure track) and research associate at the Department of Macroeconomics, German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin). Her work focuses on the intersection of climate policy, income inequality, demand dynamics, and corporate lobbying. She is actively involved in the Socio-Economic Panel (SOEP) research group and contributes to publications like DIW Weekly Report and Discussion Papers. Research Focus: Dobkowitz analyzes how social and economic factors influence climate policy effectiveness, particularly examining green transformation, public finances, and demand-driven structural change. Her recent work explores environmentally-responsible households, corporate lobbying against sustainability measures, and the role of income distribution in green innovation adoption. Academic Trends: Her publications from 2023-2025 reveal two major research streams: (1) Climate policy interactions with fiscal instruments and corporate behavior, and (2) Health economics applications to education outcomes through historical vaccination campaigns. Articles demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining macroeconomics, environmental policy, and political economy. Team Affiliation: Dobkowitz collaborates with institutions including the European Central Bank, Collège de France, and King's College London. She participates in international conferences like the Econometric Society's European Winter Meeting and the Florence School of Regulation Climate Conference.

• Brand Management
• Marketing Education
• Consumer Behavior
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Colin Jevons serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at Monash Business School, Monash University. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to marketing education, brand management, and higher education research. Jevons maintains active editorial roles as Editor-in-Chief for multiple prestigious journals including the Journal of Marketing Education (since 2010), Journal of Product & Brand Management (since 2005), and Journal of Consumer Affairs (since 2004). His research interests focus on Brand Management , particularly brand extensions, user-generated content, and cross-cultural brand trust. In Marketing Education , he investigates pedagogical approaches, team dynamics in student learning, and the scholarship of teaching. His Higher Education Research examines student attrition, employability development, and mental health barriers in undergraduate studies. Recent work analyzes Generation Z consumer behavior and employability beliefs across gender and academic progression. Jevons' publication trend shows consistent output with 63 research outputs including 34 articles, 16 conference papers, and book chapters. His recent work (2021-2023) demonstrates increased focus on educational psychology in marketing contexts, student team dynamics, and generational consumer behavior. His articles frequently address practical implications for both educators and marketing practitioners. Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007) Jevons has led multiple research projects including 'Undergraduate middle years failure – a study of involuntary attrition' (2018-2019) and 'Mental Health and Student Failure' (2018-2019), securing internal university funding. His editorial leadership spans major marketing journals, and he organizes academic events like the SoTL Virtual Symposium (2021). Media engagements include commentary on student exclusion mechanisms and sex in advertising.

Dujuan Yangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Urban Planning
• Smart Cities
• Energy Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dujuan Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the Built Environment at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Her research focuses on Travel Behavior and Energy Effects, Urban Infrastructure Management, Energy Neutral City Development, and Decision Support Systems in Smart Cities. She leads the TU/e Smart Cities program's Urban Data & Data Platform initiative and has expertise in quantitative methods for urban sustainability. Dr. Yang holds a Ph.D. from TU/e (2013 Prestige Grant recipient), MSc from Harbin Institute of Technology, and BSc from Southeast University. She has co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Transportation Research Part C and Applied Energy , and led projects like Triangulum and DESENT. She serves as Guest Editor for Urban Planning and reviewer for 15+ journals. Her research bridges urban data analytics with policy impact, emphasizing digital twins for energy efficiency, evacuation safety, and occupant comfort. Notable contributions include frameworks for sustainable urban energy systems and methodologies for analyzing household energy adaptation strategies under policy changes. Key Projects: Triangulum (Smart Cities Implementation), DESENT (Decision Support Systems) Awards: WCTR Prestige Grant (2013) Grants: €2.5M+ secured through EU Horizon 2020 and Dutch funding Dr. Yang's work integrates smart technologies with human-centric design, addressing challenges like climate resilience and equitable urban development through data-driven solutions.

• Sports Economics
• Sports Broadcasting
• Sports Participation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Babatunde Buraimo is a Senior Lecturer in Sports Management at the University of Liverpool. His research focuses on sports economics, broadcasting, and football-related topics such as competitive balance, audience demand, and corruption in sports. He has conducted extensive work on ticket pricing strategies, the impact of economic crises on sports participation, and the dynamics of sports betting markets. His consultancy engagements include projects for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), Sport England, and the National Trust. Dr. Buraimo earned his doctoral degree in economics from Lancaster University and has held teaching roles in sports management at multiple institutions. He currently coordinates modules like Football Economics and Analytics and The Economics and Finance of International Thoroughbred Horseracing Industries. His research groups include the Liverpool Advanced Methods for Big Data Analytics (LAMBDA) Research Centre and the Centre for Sports Business. His publications explore themes such as the effects of super league tournaments on domestic leagues, the relationship between match significance and attendance, and the socio-economic factors influencing sports participation. He is an Associate Editor of the International Journal of Sports Finance and contributes to media discussions on sports economics and policy.

Elisa Konya-Baumbachمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumer Psychology & Behavior
• Marketing of Innovations
• Digital Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Elisa Konya-Baumbach is a Professor of Consumer Psychology & Behavior at Bern University of Applied Sciences' Business School. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Mannheim and an M.Sc. in Psychology from the University of Vienna. Her work focuses on consumer behavior in digital innovation adoption, AI-human interaction, and marketing strategies for start-ups. Education: Ph.D. in Marketing & Consumer Behavior, University of Mannheim (2016) M.Sc. in Psychology (Economic Psychology), University of Vienna (2012) Key Research Interests: Elisa investigates how consumers interact with artificial intelligence, particularly in healthcare and retail contexts. She explores trust-building strategies for start-ups launching digital innovations and the psychological mechanisms behind technology adoption. Recent projects include studying AI's impact on price perception and resistance to AI in clinical decision-making. Awards: 2017: Dissertation Award, Suedwestmetall Baden-Wuerttemberg 2016: Dissertation Award, Marketing Foundation, University of Mannheim Professional Activities: Co-Founder & Managing Director of humest GmbH (2024–present), AI Start-Up Mentor (2023–present), and Visiting Scholar at Cornell University and NYU Stern. She also leads research projects on AI acceptance in healthcare and corporate culture transformation for the digital future.

Philip J. Trocchiaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Brand Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Philip J. Trocchia is a Professor at the University of South Florida's College of Business, specializing in marketing and consumer behavior. He holds a B.S. in Industrial Administration from GMI Engineering & Management Institute, an M.B.A. from Michigan State University, and a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Alabama. His research focuses on academic entitlement, brand management, and quantitative methods in business education. He has received notable recognition including the 2013-2014 Bank of America Chair for Civic Engagement and the 2013 Best Paper Award in Product and Brand Management. Current courses include Basic Marketing (MAR3023), Marketing Management Problems (MAR4824), and Marketing Strategy (MAR6816). His research explores interdisciplinary topics such as student behavior typologies, luxury brand perceptions, and the impact of business education on consumer fiscal attitudes. While no labs or teams are explicitly mentioned, his work emphasizes practical applications of marketing principles in both academic and industrial contexts.

• Marketing Management
• Consumer Behavior Analysis
• Value Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Arvydas-Petras Bakanauskas is a Professor and Head of the Department of Marketing at Vytautas Magnus University's Faculty of Economics and Management. He holds a Doctor of Sciences degree (1998) and has been a Professor since 2010. His research focuses on marketing management, consumer behavior analysis, and health behavior studies, with a particular emphasis on attitude formation and its impact on consumer decision-making. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and authored a monograph on static advertising efficacy. His work bridges theoretical frameworks and practical applications in marketing, emphasizing empirical methods like neuromarketing and behavioral analysis. Current research trends include exploring cognitive factors influencing health behavior and generational differences in response to advertising. Publications highlight his expertise in consumer attitudes, marketing communication strategies, and cross-disciplinary approaches to healthcare marketing. His contributions include developing theoretical models linking attitude formation to behavioral outcomes. While no specific awards are listed, his academic leadership and prolific research output underscore his standing in the field. As department head, he oversees research initiatives and pedagogical innovations in marketing education.

• Sociology of Work
• Professions and Expertise
• Career Inequalities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Collas is a Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the SAGE laboratory (Sociétés, acteurs, gouvernement en Europe) within the Faculty of Social Sciences. He conducts research on work, professions, expertise, and evaluation systems, with a particular focus on food production and craftsmanship. Current affiliation: University of Strasbourg, Faculty of Social Sciences Research unit: SAGE Laboratory Office: 53.24, The Patio, Building 5, 3rd floor His primary research interests include career inequalities, social rights, status dynamics, and the application of quantitative methods in sociological inquiry. He explores how evaluation systems shape professional identities, particularly in niche markets such as boutique pastry and chocolate confectionery. His work bridges economic sociology, organizational analysis, and cultural production. The recent publications of Thomas Collas reflect a consistent focus on professional segmentation, elite associations, and methodological innovation in sequence analysis. His work spans both empirical studies of ministerial offices and cultural industries, as well as theoretical contributions to research methodology. The articles demonstrate a strong engagement with the sociology of evaluation, market dynamics, and longitudinal data analysis. He teaches a range of courses including: Sociology of Social Rights (Master’s) Sociology of Organizations (Bachelor’s) Work and Market (Bachelor’s) Work Today (preparation for competitive examination) Advanced Quantitative Tools (Bachelor’s) European Data Processing and Quantitative Analysis (Master’s) Thomas Collas is actively engaged in academic research and teaching, with no indication of retirement or former staff status. He is a core member of the SAGE laboratory and contributes to the advancement of sociological methods and the sociology of professions.

Katherine Sredlمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Advertising
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katherine Sredl is a Lecturer of Marketing at Loyola University Chicago's Quinlan School of Business. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Communications from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Graduate Minor in Balkan Studies. She also holds an MS in Advertising and a BA in History. Dr. Sredl's research focuses on gender studies within marketing, examining how consumption rituals reflect societal changes and globalization. Notably, she explores post-socialist markets, media portrayals of gender roles, and the impact of globalization on daily life. Her work often integrates her dual Croatian-American identity with ethnographic methods. Her professional roles include Senior Lecturer, Adjunct Instructor, and Visiting Scholar positions at institutions like Loyola's Family Business Center and the University of Zagreb. She serves on the International Advisory Board of the University of Rijeka's Faculty of Economics and Business. Community involvement includes leadership in the Association of Croatian American Professionals and the Croatian Women’s Network. Dr. Sredl teaches courses like Digital Marketing, Consumer Behavior, and International Marketing. Her research has been published in journals such as Consumption Markets & Culture and Journal of Macromarketing . She received the 2024 Croatian Women of Influence Award for Science and Technology. Her recent work addresses gendered market subjectivity, midlife consumption patterns, and sustainable fashion perceptions.

Ho Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Marketing
• Social Media Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Ho Kim is an Associate Professor of Digital and Social Media Marketing at the Ed G. Smith College of Business, University of Missouri-St. Louis , where he has taught courses like Digital Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, and Statistical Modeling since 2015. His research focuses on online consumer behavior, econometric modeling, and digital marketing strategies. Education Ph.D. in Marketing, UCLA Anderson School of Management (2013) M.E. in Management Engineering, KAIST (1999) B.B.A. in Business Administration, Yonsei University (1997) Kim's research spans online word-of-mouth, search behavior, paywall economics, and causal inference , with methodological expertise in econometric/statistical models and text mining. His work analyzes how marketing activities influence consumer decisions in digital environments. His publications appear in top journals like Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science and Journal of Business Ethics , with media coverage in Forbes , Huffington Post , and Harvard Business School Working Knowledge . He was invited by South Korea's Maeil Business Newspaper to present his 2017 research to practitioners. Scientific Awards 2019 Emerald Literati Award 2019 Durand Award for Research Excellence 2023 UMSL CoBA Research Excellence Award for Marketing & Entrepreneurship

Sven Richterمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Planning Criticism
• Conflicts in Spatial Planning
• Journalism and PR

Dr. Sven Richter is a Researcher at the HafenCity University Hamburg within the Department of Urban Planning . His work critically examines the role of media in spatial planning, planning conflicts, and communication strategies within urban development processes. Research Focus : Richter’s research emphasizes planning criticism , spatial planning conflicts , and public relations in urban contexts. He has extensively analyzed media as actors in planning disputes, such as in the DFG-funded project Medien als Akteure in Planungskonflikten (2014–2017), and explored topics like public participation and stakeholder dynamics in metropolitan settings. Publications : His work includes analyses of Stuttgart 21 , media’s role in American urban politics , and historical urban development in Berlin. Key themes span spatial reorganization , urban regeneration , and corporate influence in planning . Teaching : Richter focuses on communication and public engagement in urban planning, supervising Master’s theses at HCU.

Carsten Herbesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Management
• Renewable Energy
• Consumer Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carsten Herbes is Professor for International Management, Sustainability and Renewable Energies at Nürtingen-Geislingen University of Applied Sciences since March 2012. He concurrently serves as Director of the Institute for International Research on Sustainable Management and Renewable Energy (ISR), leading research on global renewable transitions and sustainable business models since April 2013. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration from European University Viadrina, Frankfurt (Oder) (2005–2006) Master's degree (Diplom-Kaufmann) in Business Administration and Japanese Studies from Mannheim/Heidelberg Universities (1993–1998) Research Student at Hitotsubashi University, Graduate School of Commerce, Japan (1997–1998) His research centers on sustainable business practices with emphasis on consumer behavior in renewable energy adoption and eco-packaging. Key interests include biogas systems, voluntary green markets, and cross-cultural sustainability challenges, particularly examining how policy frameworks shape market dynamics and consumer perceptions in Germany and developing economies like Senegal. Recent work reveals critical gaps between provider strategies and consumer expectations in sustainable product markets. Current publications (2021–2024) demonstrate a clear trajectory toward understanding decision-making in sustainable packaging and renewable heating solutions, utilizing mixed methods including Discrete Choice Experiments and qualitative social practice analysis. His work consistently bridges academic theory with industry applications across energy and environmental sectors. Professional engagements include Deputy Chairmanship of Barmenia Insurance's sustainability advisory board, membership in B.A.U.M.'s scientific committee, participation in the German Energy Agency's biogaspartner project, and affiliation with the German Association for Social Science Research on Japan. He regularly reviews for Energy Policy, Journal of Cleaner Production, and other high-impact sustainability journals. As ISR Director, he oversees research teams focused on renewable energy transitions and sustainable management, with projects like GeBindE analyzing nutrient management from biogas plants. His industry background at NAWARO BioEnergie (as CFO/board member) and Roland Berger informs applied research addressing real-world energy market challenges.