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Paolo Volpinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Governance
• Banking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Paolo Volpin holds the rank of Professor of Finance at Bayes Business School, part of City St George's, University of London. He is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and a Research Associate at the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI). Prior to his current position, he served as an Associate Professor at the London Business School. His research focuses on corporate finance and governance, with notable contributions to understanding mergers & acquisitions, financial reporting impacts, labor market dynamics, and the political economy of financial systems. Volpin earned a PhD in Economics from Harvard University and a Doctorate in Political Economy from Bocconi University. His work has been published in top-tier journals including the American Economic Review, Journal of Finance, and Journal of Financial Economics. He has been recognized with multiple awards for his research in corporate governance and finance. His recent studies explore topics such as the interplay between financial crises and right-wing populism, the role of labor protection laws in corporate leverage decisions, and how institutional debt holders influence governance structures. Volpin’s interdisciplinary approach bridges finance, labor economics, and political science, offering insights into systemic risks and policy implications. Professional contributions include directorship at the European Finance Association (2010–2013) and active participation in shaping academic and policy discourse through his affiliations. His research agenda emphasizes the societal and economic consequences of financial policies, making him a leading voice in global corporate finance studies.

Suren Gomtsyanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Empirical Legal Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Suren Gomtsyan is an Assistant Professor at the LSE Law School, specializing in corporate law, corporate governance, and empirical legal analysis. He holds a PhD and LLM (cum laude) from Tilburg University and has held academic roles at the University of Leeds School of Law (2016–2023) and visiting positions at Fordham University and Tilburg. His research explores institutional investor behavior, shareholder engagement, and private legal ordering, with notable work on FIFA's governance and corporate environmental accountability. Education highlights include a PhD in Law (2016) and LLM Research Master (2012, cum laude) from Tilburg University, Netherlands. He is affiliated with the Amsterdam Center for Law & Economics (ACLE) and Tilburg Law and Economics Center (TILEC). Research interests center on corporate governance structures, institutional investor strategies, ESG compliance, and the interplay between private legal systems and public regulation. His work bridges empirical analysis with doctrinal research, addressing topics like executive compensation, debtholder rights, and regulatory frameworks for asset managers. Awarded the Research Talent Grant (NWO, 2013–2016), Brenno Galli Award (2016), and multiple young scholar prizes for legal economics contributions (2015–2018). His research on shareholder engagement was shortlisted for the Society of Legal Scholars' Best Paper Prize (2018). Advising and grants include roles as Research Associate (ACLE) and Extramural Fellow (TILEC). His work has been cited by the Delaware Court of Chancery and the U.S. Court of Appeals (4th Circuit). Labs/Teams: Active in ACLE and TILEC research networks, focusing on law and economics interdisciplinary projects.

Helen Caiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• International Business
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Helen Cai is a Senior Lecturer in International Business and Circular Economy at Middlesex University Business School, where she serves as Programme Leader for the BA International Business Administration and BA Business Management (Top-Up). She also leads the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme delivered in China through a partnership with United Business Institutions (UBI). Additionally, she holds a Full Visiting Professorship at Jiaxing University, China. Her academic leadership extends to editorial roles as Senior Editor of Cogent Business and Management and member of the editorial board of the Journal of World Business . She is Vice President of Marketing for the International Case Study Research Association (ICRA). Dr. Cai’s research focuses on international business, sustainability, green innovation, and corporate environmental governance. She employs advanced methodologies such as fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA), econometrics, and scientometric analysis. Her work addresses critical issues including green supply chains, carbon emissions, foreign direct investment, and institutional influences on innovation. The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward environmental sustainability, circular economy, and data-driven policy analysis. Her recent work spans blockchain in green supply chains, AI in rehabilitation, carbon governance, land use, and migration policy, demonstrating interdisciplinary breadth and policy relevance. Bronze award, The First National Collegiate Olympiad Mathematical Mirror Competition (2022) Honourable Mention, Interdisciplinary Contest in Modelling (2022) First Prize, Asia and Pacific Mathematical Contest in Modelling (2021) Third Prize, THE International Case Competition (2021) Dr. Cai has extensive supervisory experience, currently guiding multiple PhD candidates and having chaired over 30 DBA viva panels. She has supervised over 60 BA, 150 MSc, and 75 MBA dissertations. She has participated in 72 PhD/DBA committees in roles including external examiner, internal examiner, and panel chair. Her grants and funding are not explicitly mentioned, but her research output and editorial roles suggest sustained scholarly engagement. She leads research teams focused on circular economy and international business, and her future work is likely to expand into AI-driven sustainability analytics, cross-border green innovation, and climate governance. Her prior industry experience as a Senior Economist at China’s Central Bank enriches her applied research perspective.

Rebecca Bryantمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Anthropology
• Forced Migration
• Ethnic Conflict
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Rebecca Bryant is a Professor of Cultural Anthropology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. She holds affiliations with the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRI) and the London School of Economics' European Institute. Her expertise spans forced migration, borders, sovereignty, and unrecognized states, with a focus on Cyprus, Greece, and Turkey. Bryant has conducted extensive research on post-conflict reconciliation, ethnic conflict displacement, and the temporal dimensions of sovereignty. Education: She earned her degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Chicago, followed by teaching/research roles at the London School of Economics, George Mason University, and the American University in Cairo. She also served as a Fulbright Fellow at Bogaziçi University and a visiting professor at Middle East Technical University’s Cyprus campus. Research Interests: Bryant’s work examines sovereignty’s everyday practices, particularly in contested regions. Her recent projects include studying Syrian youth integration in Turkey (funded by UK’s ESRC and TÜBITAK) and exploring refugee perspectives on choice (funded by Volkswagen Stiftung and Wellcome Trust). Key themes include infrastructural imperialism, temporalities of conflict, and the anthropology of the future. Publications: Her notable works include *Sovereignty Suspended* (2020), co-authored with Mete Hatay, and *The Anthropology of the Future* (2019). Her articles analyze sovereignty’s paradoxes, de facto states, and aeropolitics, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with political theory and global studies. Awards & Grants: Bryant has received grants from the MacArthur Foundation, US Institute of Peace, and NEH. Her fellowships include the Cornell University Society of Fellows (2002-3) and Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study (2005-6). She is a sought-after speaker on topics like chronotopes and crisis, as seen in her 2019 invited talks on ‘The Anthropology of the Future’ and ‘Ignoring Crisis: Willful Blindness and Climate Change’. Labs/Teams: Co-leads the ‘Well-Being and Integration of Syrian Youth in Turkey’ project with Ahmet Içduygu. Participates in the ‘Between Policy and Protection’ consortium, analyzing refugee agency in decision-making. Her research bridges ethnographic fieldwork with policy-oriented analysis.

Elke Sohnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architectural History and Theory
• Modern Architecture
• Urban Planning and Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Elke Sohn is a Vice Rector for Transfer & Climate Strategy and holds a professorship in Architectural History and Theory at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences. She leads the Integral Architecture Competence Center and oversees key initiatives like the Center for Climate Competence & Ethics and HFT.Lab. Her academic career includes roles as Vice Dean (2012), HFT Stuttgart faculty member (2011–present), and research positions at TU Kaiserslautern and HafenCity University Hamburg. Education: Diploma in Architecture & Urban Planning from Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (1997–2006), with a doctoral thesis on post-1945 urban reconstruction concepts. Early career included freelance work and teaching at Saarland University of Applied Sciences. Research focuses on modern architectural history, organic urban theories, and post-war reconstruction strategies. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary challenges like climate adaptation. Recent publications explore 19th-century architects and modernist urbanism in contested regions. As a leader, she promotes interdisciplinary innovation through HFT.Lab and advises on entrepreneurship and university culture. Her climate strategy initiatives address sustainability in architectural education and practice.

Inken Bartelsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Migration and Border Regimes
• Knowledge Production
• International Organizations
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Inken Bartels is a post-doctoral researcher at the Institute for Migration Research and Intercultural Studies (IMIS) at the University of Osnabrück, Germany. Since 2019, she has specialized in the politics of statistical knowledge production about migration and its impact on governance in West Africa. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Sociology from Humboldt University of Berlin (2018), a diploma in political science from Freie Universität Berlin and Université de Provence Aix-Marseille I, and visiting research at the European University Institute in Florence (2013-2014). Research Interests Migration and Border Regimes Knowledge Production on Migration International Organizations (especially IOM) Return Migration North and West Africa Practice Theories Science and Technology Studies Qualitative Methods Her recent book The International Organization for Migration in North Africa (Routledge 2022) analyzes IOM's role in shaping migration governance through information campaigns, voluntary return programs, and anti-trafficking initiatives. Her publications span topics like EU-IOM cooperation, contested migration terminology, and the moral economies of migration research. She has taught courses at the University of Hamburg, University of Osnabrück, Humboldt University, and Kiel University on subjects including Bourdieusian theory, migration policy, and border studies.

Steffen Sammlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• History Education
• Textbook Research
• Educational Media
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steffen Sammler, an Adjunct Professor at the Institute for History Studies , Technische Universität Braunschweig , specializes in history didactics and educational media . As a key figure at the Leibniz Institute for Educational Media | Georg Eckert Institute , he leads projects like EFREC (European Forum for Reconciliation and Cooperation in History Education) and AboDP (Abolition of the Death Penalty in Textbooks), focusing on reconciling contested histories through collaborative textbook design. Academic Journey : PhD in modern history (1995), habilitation (2010, 2020), studies at Universität Leipzig , Université de Rouen , and European University Institute . Research Themes : His work bridges textbook analysis , transnational history education , and media evolution . Recent publications examine European reconciliation , post-war curriculum design , and educational media in authoritarian contexts . Projects : Active in externally funded initiatives since 2010, including EFREC (2020-2023) and current Economic Crises in History Teaching (2023-2024).

Naveena Karusalaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Human-Centered AI
• Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Naveena Karusala is an Assistant Professor in the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Tech. Her research focuses on centering care work in AI design to create sustainable futures in healthcare and social services. She holds a PhD from the University of Washington and a BS from Georgia Tech. She currently serves as Vice President for Communications on the ACM SIGCHI Executive Committee, fostering global HCI community engagement. Her work integrates critical theory to address issues of class, caste, gender, and race, prioritizing marginalized communities' knowledge in participatory design processes. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Washington Bachelor's in Computer Science, Georgia Tech Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary research explores human-centered AI, healthcare equity, and social justice. Key areas include contestable AI systems, participatory design with marginalized communities, and decolonizing technology practices. She emphasizes ethical AI frameworks that recognize care labor and structural inequities. Awards & Recognition: Her work has been recognized at ACM CHI and ACM CSCW for contributions to HCI and social good initiatives. Advising & Grants: She mentors students through Georgia Tech's PhD programs in Human-Centered Computing and Computer Science. She prioritizes applicants with experience in HCI, public health, and community-engaged research. Current Georgia Tech students can engage through research credits or funded projects. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with global community organizations and the Harvard Center for Research on Computation and Society (as a former postdoc). Her work emphasizes solidarity-driven research across borders and intersections of identity.

Rebecca Adler-Nissenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Practice Theory
• Diplomacy
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Adler-Nissen is a Professor of International Politics at the Department of Political Science , University of Copenhagen , and Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Copenhagen Centre for Social Data Science (SODAS) . Her academic career spans roles as Associate Professor (2013–2016) and Visiting Scholar at institutions like the University of Sydney and McGill University. She holds a PhD (2009) and MSc (2005) from the University of Copenhagen, along with a diploma from Sciences Po, Paris (2002–2003). Her research intersects International Relations , Practice Theory , and Digital Diplomacy , with theoretical emphasis on International Political Sociology , Stigma , and Norms . She explores how digital technologies reshape diplomacy, focusing on sovereignty , disinformation , and EU integration , particularly through projects like Digital Sovereignty (VELUX) and HOPE (Carlsberg). Her 15 most recent articles (2021–2024) examine topics like digital sovereignty in Gaia-X, blended diplomacy through social media, and contestation of the liberal order . Keywords span International Relations , EU Policy , and Science and Technology Studies . Scientific Awards Distinguished Scholar in Diplomatic Studies EliteForsk Prize Nils Klim Prize Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters Silver Medal (2017) Carlsberg Foundation’s Researcher of the Month (2021) She supervises PhD students including Anna Helene Kvist Møller and Nicklas Johansen, and has advised completed candidates like Alexei Tsinovoi and Yevgeniy Golovchenko. Her advisory roles include the Danish Government’s Expert Group on Tech Giants and the Danish Intelligence Oversight Board . She co-leads projects funded by the VELUX Foundation and Carlsberg Foundation .

Paul Bramadatمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religious Studies
• Spirituality
• Secularity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Paul Bramadat is a Professor and Director of the Centre for Studies in Religion and Society (CSRS) at the University of Victoria. He holds dual appointments in the Department of History and the Religion, Culture and Society Program. His work focuses on religion, spirituality, and secularity in North America and Western Europe, with recent attention to global forces and Indigenous spiritualities. He earned his PhD from McMaster University (1998), MA from McGill (1993), and BA from the University of Winnipeg (1990). Before joining UVic in 2008, he taught at the University of Winnipeg. His research explores modern postural yoga in North America, vaccine hesitancy, migration governance, and Indigenous spiritual engagement with Canadian public life. Major publications include Yogalands (2025), Religion at the Edge (2022), and Public Health in the Age of Anxiety (2017). He collaborates internationally, co-editing works with scholars from Europe and Canada. Bramadat’s articles appear in journals like Studies in Religion and Journal of the American Academy of Religion . He serves as Associate Editor at the latter and has contributed to policy discussions on religion’s role in health, migration, and reconciliation. Current projects include edited volumes on Indigenous spiritualities and yoga’s cultural dynamics.

Christian Ikenmeyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Complexity
• Algebraic Combinatorics
• Geometric Complexity Theory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christian Ikenmeyer is Professor in Computer Science and Mathematics at the University of Warwick. His research focuses on algebraic complexity theory, geometric complexity theory (GCT), and representation theory, with emphasis on tensor rank, Kronecker coefficients, and polynomial identity testing. Research Focus: Dr. Ikenmeyer develops mathematical frameworks to solve fundamental problems in computational complexity, including P vs NP. His work connects representation theory with algebraic geometry to establish complexity lower bounds and classify computational hardness. Leadership: He organizes workshops on algebraic complexity and GCT, including the 2023 Algebraic Complexity Theory Workshop at ICALP. His research is funded by EPSRC and DFG grants, supporting investigations into homogeneous complexity and branching programs. Teaching: Courses include 'Groups and Representations' and programming contest coaching. He has previously taught at MIT, Texas A&M, and Saarland University, developing lecture notes on GCT.

Federica CICCIمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Gender History
• Chinese History
• Transnational Activism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Federica CICCI is a Contract Lecturer in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice and has recently taken on an adjunct professorship in 'History of Asia and Southeast Asia' at Roma Tre University. Her academic work is deeply rooted in gender history, Chinese studies, and transnational humanitarianism, particularly focusing on women's roles during wartime China (1937–1945). Education: Ph.D. (Magna Cum Laude, 2024): Double Degree, Ca' Foscari University of Venice and Heidelberg University. Research: 'Caring Women: Transnational Activism and Humanitarian Relief Efforts during Wartime China (1937-1945).' M.A. in Languages, Economies and Institutions of Asia and North Africa (110/110 con lode, 2018), Ca' Foscari University of Venice. B.A. in Languages, Culture and Societies of Asia and Mediterranean Africa (110/110 con lode, 2016), Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Classical High School Degree (96/100, 2013), Liceo G. Mazzatinti, Gubbio. She also completed multiple exchange programs in China at Renmin University, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, and Capital Normal University. Her research interests center on gender, humanitarianism, women's transnational activism, and modern Chinese history . She explores how women navigated war, care, and political ideologies through institutions like the Red Cross and missionary networks. Her work bridges history, gender studies, and international relations, often highlighting silenced female voices in 20th-century China. The analysis of her publications reveals a strong thematic consistency: all recent works examine women’s humanitarian roles during wartime China, with sub-themes including gendered discourse, medical missions, Sino-Vatican relations, and the ideological framing of care. She frequently publishes in Italian and international journals such as DEP. Deportate, Esuli e Profughe and Asia Maior , and presents at major conferences like EACS and AISC. Scientific Awards and Scholarships: 3-year Ph.D. full scholarship from Italian Ministry of University and Ca' Foscari (2019) Erasmus+ funding for research at Heidelberg University (2020–2021) Third prize in 'Chinese Speech Contest' and scholarship at ECNU (2018) Multiple 'Overseas' Program awards from Ca' Foscari for study in China Confucius-Hanban Institute Scholarship Federica CICCI has served as a Teaching Assistant and Faculty Tutor at Ca' Foscari, supporting courses in Chinese history and law. She has not advised any students yet. She has received research grants through Erasmus+ and participated in summer schools and workshops on area studies and gender history. She is an active member of several academic associations and serves on the editorial board of DEP. Deportate, Esuli e Profughe . She is involved in academic communities such as the Associazione Italiana per gli Studi Cinesi (AISC) , European Association of Chinese Studies (EACS) , and Società Italiane delle Storiche (SIS) . She has organized and reported on international conferences, particularly those focusing on women’s transnational activism.

Abdoulaye Sounayeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Islam in West Africa
• Religiosity
• Islamic Reform
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Abdoulaye Sounaye is a Research Professor at the Leibniz Center for Modern Oriental Studies (ZMO) in Berlin, Germany, and an Associate Professor at Abdou Moumouni University in Niamey, Niger. His career spans over two decades, with roles including research fellowships, editorial contributions, and academic leadership in Islamic studies, African societies, and religiosity. Habilitation in African Studies (2021, University of Vienna) PhD in Religious Studies/Anthropology (2012, Northwestern University) MA in Religious Studies (2005, Arizona State University) Research Interests Dr. Sounaye's work critically engages with Islamic reform in West Africa, focusing on Salafism, state-society relations, and the role of media in reshaping religious practices. His scholarship interrogates how Islamic authority is constructed through audiovisual tools like CDs/DVDs, and how youth movements on university campuses negotiate religious identities within political frameworks. He has extensively analyzed transnational Islamic networks between Niger and Nigeria, particularly the influence of Hausa-language preachers (wa’azi) and their role in spreading Salafi ideologies. Recent Publications His 2023 edited volume Religiosity on University Campuses in Africa synthesizes interdisciplinary perspectives on campus religious dynamics. Earlier works like Salafi Aesthetics (2017) and Islam et Modernité (2016) explore the interplay between Islamic ethics, modernity, and reislamization processes in Niger. His articles in Journal of Religion in Africa and edited collections address topics such as ritual spaces in Berlin's West African diaspora and gendered dimensions of Islamic authority. Scientific Awards Dr. Sounaye has received prestigious fellowships including the Thyssen Foundation (2023), Volkswagen Foundation's Knowledge for Tomorrow (2018-2019), and Fulbright (2003-2005). He was a Presidential Fellow at Northwestern University and a Gwendolen M. Carter fellow, underscoring his expertise in Islamic studies and African societies. Advising and Grants He has led the ZMO research unit 'Contested Religion' since 2020, examining religiosity, morality, and intellectual culture. His projects often bridge academic research with policy analysis, as seen in his work on state-led Islamic deradicalization in the Sahel. Collaborations include Lasdel, the Nordic African Institute, and the West African Research Association. Labs and Collaborations Dr. Sounaye collaborates with institutions like Abdou Moumouni University, Northwestern University, and Arizona State University. His fieldwork in Niamey and cross-border studies in West Africa reflect his commitment to ethnographic approaches in studying Islamic media, youth activism, and transnational religious networks.

• Irish History
• Northern Ireland Conflict
• Social Movements
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Jack Hepworth is a researcher at Newcastle University , specializing in Irish history, political conflicts, and social movements. His work explores the complexities of Northern Ireland's Troubles, Irish diaspora dynamics, and contemporary issues like mutual aid and foodbank histories. Research Focus: Northern Ireland conflict, Irish emigration, social movements, oral history. Key Themes: Agonistic public histories, contested commemorations, political identity, and solidarity networks. Collaborations: Co-authored works with scholars like Alison Atkinson-Phillips and Graham Smith on foodbank histories and labor militancy. His publications analyze topics such as the Revolutionary Communist Party's role in Northern Ireland (2022), Loyalist riots (2021), and retrospective analysis of Irish republicanism (2020). He also contributes to debates on post-conflict reconciliation, including critiques of the Legacy Bill (2023). Dr Hepworth's recent work extends to social issues like foodbank experiences in Newcastle (2020) and historical labor strikes (1965 Courtaulds migrant strike). His upcoming 2026 article examines the Good Friday Agreement's commemorative challenges.

Yolande Boukaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gender and security
• African politics
• African security
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Yolande Bouka is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Studies at Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada, where her research and teaching bridge International Relations, gender studies, and African security. Holding a Ph.D. in International Relations from American University and an M.A. from Seton Hall University, she previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, and as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Denver. Education Ph.D., International Relations – American University M.A. – Seton Hall University Research Interests Dr Bouka’s scholarship interrogates the intersections of gender, political violence, and security in Africa. Her current multi-sited historical and political analysis examines female combatants in Southern Africa, while her forthcoming book manuscript In the Shadow of Prison explores power, identity, and transitional justice in post-genocide Rwanda. She is particularly interested in decolonial approaches to fieldwork ethics, non-state armed groups, and the gendered dimensions of conflict and peacebuilding. Across her publications—ranging from high-impact journals to policy briefs—three thematic strands are evident: (1) gendered political participation and violence in Kenya’s devolved system, (2) continental and international mediation efforts in the African Great Lakes region, and (3) critical reflections on race, positionality, and methodology in the study of African politics. Awards & Fellowships Fulbright Scholar Program Fellowship American Association of University Women Fellowship Grants, Advisory Roles & Field Experience Bouka’s research has been supported by competitive international grants and underpinned by extensive fieldwork. She currently sits on the Research Advisory Council of the RESOLVE Network, a global consortium dedicated to empirically grounded research on violent extremism. Between 2014 and 2016 she led the Conflict Prevention and Risk Analysis Division of the Institute for Security Studies in Nairobi, managing multi-country projects on peace and security in the Great Lakes Region. She has provided technical expertise and research support to USAID, the UK Department for International Development, the United Nations, the African Union, the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and the United States Institute of Peace. Labs & Research Teams While no formal laboratory is listed, Dr Bouka collaborates with a transnational network of scholars and policy institutes through the RESOLVE Network and maintains active partnerships with research centres across Africa, Europe, and North America.