Barry Babin is the Phil B. Hardin Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing, Analytics and Professional Sales at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) School of Business Administration. He also serves as Executive Director of the Academy of Marketing Science®. Education: B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Louisiana State University (1982) M.B.A. in Business, University of Central Florida (1987) Ph.D. in Business Administration, Louisiana State University (1991) Barry's research focuses on customer experience design , wine marketing , value creation , and marketing analytics . He has published over 200 works, including books like Multivariate Data Analysis and CB: A Consumer Value Framework , with an h-index of 88. His meta-analyses and sensory marketing studies have significantly influenced service and retail marketing practices. Recent publications highlight trends in augmented reality marketing , robotic shopping assistants , and sustainable packaging . His work spans consumer behavior , salesforce management , and digital innovation . Awards: AMS Harold W. Berkman Distinguished Service Award Barry has directed over 20 dissertations/theses and consults on graduate program structures. He is a sought-after speaker in France and globally on marketing research topics.
Benjamin Lee is a Senior Lecturer of Accounting and Director of Student Matters at the School of Accountancy, Singapore Management University. He serves as an SMU-X Academic Champion, driving experiential learning initiatives and promoting AI integration in accounting education and practice across multiple institutional roles. His academic background includes: Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Strategy and Technology Management), University of Glasgow, 2025 Master of Science in Business Analytics with Distinction, University of Surrey, 2017 Bachelor of Accountancy, Singapore Management University He is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore with prior industry experience as a consulting data analyst at Singapore's Accountant-General’s Department. Dr. Lee's research centers on AI-driven analytics (AIDA) applications for accounting problem-solving, including fraud detection, financial forecasting, and credit risk analysis. His work explores organizational dynamic capabilities in digital transformation and AI governance frameworks within professional service firms. His publication portfolio (2017-2025) reveals consistent focus on digital transformation across accounting and SME contexts, with recent emphasis on machine learning applications in fraud detection and public transport optimization. The research bridges academic theory with practical industry implementation through numerous case studies. His teaching excellence has been recognized through multiple awards including: Dean’s List for Teaching Excellence (2023-2025) SMU-X Excellent Teacher Award (2023) Howard Teall Award for Innovation in Accounting Education (2023) Wharton-QS Reimagine Education Digital Readiness Award (2022) While specific doctoral advising isn't documented, Dr. Lee actively mentors students through SMU-X experiential projects and industry collaborations. His industry partnerships with ISCA and media contributions to The Business Times demonstrate practical knowledge transfer beyond academia. He holds leadership positions including Director of Student Matters, SMU-X Academic Champion, and member of ISCA's AI Taskforce Sub-Committee on Policy and Regulation, where he shapes professional standards for AI implementation in Singapore's accounting sector.
Liane Colonna is an Assistant Professor in Law and Information Technology at the Department of Law, Stockholm University , where she investigates ethical and legal challenges arising from AI-driven practices in higher education. She also engages in methodologically oriented research at the intersection of AI and Law, contributing to the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program – Humanities and Society. Additionally, Liane serves as the director of the Swedish Law and Informatics Research Institute (IRI) and is a member of the New York Bar since 2008. Primary Affiliation: Department of Law, Stockholm University Institute Leadership: Director, Swedish Law and Informatics Research Institute (IRI) Professional Status: Member of the New York Bar Research Interests: Ethical and legal challenges of AI in higher education Methodological approaches in AI and Law Data protection and privacy by design Regulatory frameworks for AI and emerging technologies Privacy implications of lifelogging and health IoT International data governance and surveillance law Publications demonstrate expertise in AI regulation, GDPR compliance, and privacy-preserving technologies, particularly for assisted living and educational contexts. Her work bridges technical implementation with legal accountability, emphasizing human oversight and ethical design.
Prof. Dr. Heinz Streib is Professor of Practical Theology/Religious Education at the University of Bielefeld, affiliated with the Faculty of History, Philosophy and Theology and Department of Theology and Diaconal Studies. He directs research at the Research Center for Interdisciplinary Religious Studies specializing in Biographical Religious Studies, and is recognized as an expert in fundamentalism, religious psychology, spirituality, youth religion, and biographical approaches to religious experience. 1995: Habilitation (Venia Legendi in Practical Theology), University of Frankfurt 1989: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Emory University, Atlanta 1984: Master of Sacred Theology (STM), Yale University, New Haven 1980: 2nd Protestant Theological Service Examination, Church of Württemberg 1977: 1st Protestant Theological Service Examination, University of Tübingen 1970: Abitur Streib's research centers on empirical studies of contemporary religion and spirituality, xenophobia and inter-religious prejudice, religious development theory, religious styles and schemata, psychology of religion, biographical analysis, deconversion, and deinstitutionalized religion. His work uniquely bridges theological inquiry with psychological and sociological methodologies, emphasizing longitudinal and mixed-method approaches to understanding religious transformation across the lifespan. He has developed influential frameworks for analyzing religious styles and faith development trajectories. Analysis of Streib's 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on deconversion processes, religious style transformation, and the psychological dimensions of xenophobia/xenosophia. His work increasingly employs mixed-method and longitudinal designs, combining quantitative analysis with in-depth biographical interviews. Recent research demonstrates particular attention to refugee attitudes, mystical experience measurement, and the developmental pathways between egocentric and xenocentric religious orientations. Editor-in-Chief, International Journal for the Psychology of Religion (since 2017) Former Editor-in-Chief, Archive for the Psychology of Religion (2008-2016) Member, American Psychological Association (APA) Member, International Association for the Psychology of Religion (IAPR) Member, International Seminar on Religious Education and Values (ISREV) Member, Society for the Scientific Study of Religion (SSSR) Streib's academic leadership extends through his editorial roles and professional memberships. His research methodology emphasizes biographical approaches combined with quantitative analysis, particularly through faith development interviews. The Research Center for Interdisciplinary Religious Studies serves as the primary hub for his ongoing investigations into religious transformation, with particular attention to deconversion trajectories and the psychological dimensions of religious openness. His current work increasingly addresses contemporary social challenges related to migration and interreligious understanding.
Dr Rebecca Mardon is a Reader (Associate Professor) in Marketing at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University. Her research explores consumption through a sociocultural lens, focusing on how digital technologies shape consumption practices and influence consumers' identities, relationships, and well-being. She serves as Director of the Business Studies PhD Programme and is a member of Cardiff Business School's Shadow Management Board. Dr Mardon holds a Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching & Learning from Cardiff University (2019), a PhD in Marketing from the University of Southampton (2015), and a BA (First Class Hons) in Advertising and Marketing Communications from Bournemouth University (2011). Her primary research interests include materiality and digital materiality, ownership and sharing practices, online consumer collectives, social media influencers, fandom and anti-fandom, and marketplace conflict. Her work examines how digital technologies impact experiences of ownership, how influencers navigate complex relationships with followers, how 'deviant' consumption communities thrive despite external vilification, and why seemingly irrational conflicts persist within online consumer collectives. Dr Mardon's publications reveal a strong focus on the intersection of digital technologies and consumer behavior, particularly examining influencer marketing, parasocial relationships, digital possessions, and community dynamics. Her recent work shows increasing attention to negative relationship dynamics in influencer-follower interactions and the complexities of digital ownership in sharing economies. Sidney Levy Award Honourable Mention, 2024 Editor's Choice, Journal of Consumer Research, 2023 Research Award, Academy of Marketing, 2017 Best Paper Award, Consumer Culture Theory Conference, 2016 Editor's Choice, Journal of Marketing Management, 2016 Best Paper Award, Consumer Culture Theory Conference, 2013 Dr Mardon is an Associate Editor at the Journal of Marketing Management and the Journal of Business Research, and a member of the ESRC Peer Review College. She supervises PhD students exploring sociocultural aspects of consumer culture using qualitative research methods, with current students Wahura Kabutha and Zoe Feng. Her past supervisees include Bader Alkaffary (completed 2022) and James Davies (completed 2021). She teaches digital marketing at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including BS3012 Digital Marketing (Module Leader), BST240 Digital Marketing, BST356 Digital Marketing, and BST212 Conducting Research in Marketing & Strategy. Her teaching blends the latest research-based insights with current industry best practice.
Dr. Lincoln Gill is a Senior Lecturer in Technology and Applied Studies within the School of Education at Charles Sturt University, based on the Wagga Wagga campus. He also serves as the TAS Discipline Lead, providing leadership and support for this key learning area. With extensive experience in educational design and academic development, Dr. Gill focuses on curriculum design, pedagogy, professional learning, and the integration of educational technologies across various educational contexts. Dr. Gill's educational background includes: B Ed (TAS) with IT major from Charles Sturt University (2001) Graduate Certificate in Multimedia and Online Learning from Charles Sturt University Master of Education (IT) from Charles Sturt University PhD from Charles Sturt University Dr. Gill's research primarily centers on technology education and educational technology, with a particular emphasis on how pre-service teachers integrate Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) into their teaching practices. His work explores the application of Cultural Historical Activity Theory (CHAT) to understand teacher development within university and school activity systems. More recently, he has expanded his scholarship to include the evaluation and development of psychomotor capabilities in technology education, addressing the hands-on, practical aspects of teaching design and technology subjects. Analysis of Dr. Gill's publication record from 2008-2026 reveals consistent focus on technology integration in teacher education, with evolving emphasis from basic ICT use to more sophisticated frameworks like TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge). His recent work shows expansion into practical assessment methods for creative technologies and the philosophical foundations of technology education. The publications demonstrate a clear trajectory from examining pre-service teacher preparedness to developing comprehensive frameworks for technology education pedagogy and assessment. Dr. Gill is currently leading research funded by the NSW Department of Education Screen Use and Addiction Research Fund, titled 'Best practice in screen use for education: Empowering students, teachers and school communities for digital learning,' conducted in collaboration with the Australian Technology Teacher Educator Network (ATTEN). Dr. Gill contributes to professional communities through the Institute of Technology Education (iTE) and the Australian Technology Teacher Educator Network (ATTEN), where he collaborates on research initiatives and professional development for technology educators.
Tim Foxon is a Professor of Sustainability Transitions at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) within the University of Sussex Business School. His research focuses on technological and social aspects of energy transitions, including low-carbon economy pathways, energy-use and economic growth interdependencies, and digital society impacts. He has held academic roles at institutions such as the University of Leeds and Imperial College London. Education & Career: Current: Professor (2015–present), SPRU, University of Sussex Past roles include Reader at the University of Leeds (2007–2015) and Research Associate at Imperial College London (1996–2005). Research Interests: Energy demand reduction, low-carbon transitions, digital society impacts, economic growth frameworks. Current projects include the EDRC Governance Theme and Local Green New Deals initiatives. Grants & Collaborations: Leading EPSRC/ESRC-funded projects on energy demand, digital services, and transition pathways. Co-investigator on the Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC). Publications: Over 120+ articles and books, including Energy and Economic Growth (2018), focusing on systemic approaches to sustainability transitions. Recent work explores teleworking's energy impacts, 5G energy use, and net-zero community strategies. Labs & Affiliations: SPRU PhD Programme Coordinator. Board member of the European Society for Ecological Economics.
Dr. Felix Mezzanotte is an Assistant Professor of Law at Trinity College Dublin and Director of the MSc in Law and Finance Programme, a collaboration between Trinity Law School and Trinity Business School. He holds a PhD and advanced degrees from the University of East Anglia, SOAS (University of London), and the University of Warwick. His research focuses on the legal dimensions of sustainable finance, corporate sustainability reporting, investor protection, and compliance frameworks within financial markets. Academic Role: Assistant Professor of Law Affiliations: Trinity Law School, Trinity Business School (MSc Programme Director) Professional Experience: Former teaching at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, policy advisor for the World Bank, and visiting scholar at Columbia Law School and others. Dr. Mezzanotte's research interests span sustainable finance regulatory design, ESG compliance, blockchain applications in reporting, and cross-border enforcement challenges. His recent work emphasizes the legal accountability mechanisms linking corporate sustainability disclosures to investor rights under EU directives. Publications reflect a focus on EU sustainable finance policy, with analysis of regulatory complexity, blockchain innovations, and investor protection gaps. Recent articles address double materiality frameworks, impact reporting standards, and the role of robo-advisors in ESG integration. Key Award: Faculty of Business Award for Outstanding Teaching (Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Research Collaborations: European-China Law Studies Association, Columbia Center for Sustainable Investment He supervises doctoral candidates exploring topics like greenwashing prevention, non-financial disclosure obligations, and regulatory enforcement in sustainable finance contexts.
Dr. Froukje Sleeswijk Visser is an Associate Professor in Service Design at Delft University of Technology's Industrial Design Engineering department, part of the Human-Centered Design group. She works part-time and focuses on public service design, empathy-driven methodologies, and co-design approaches. Her research emphasizes societal challenges, user participation, and empathic design practices. She advises ContextQueen, a consultancy firm, and collaborates on projects like MyFutures Lab (winner of the 2018 Hans Sauer Award). Education: PhD in Design Engineering (2009, TU Delft), Master’s in Industrial Design Engineering (Delft). Key roles include teaching courses like 'Contextmapping Skills' and 'Human-Centered Design and Beyond'. Research projects involve Innovation in Services, Empathic Future Visions, and Bubble Games exploring empathy design. Publications span over 50 peer-reviewed works since 2003, focusing on empathic design frameworks, service design deliverables, and collaborative research impacts. She advocates for bridging design research and industry practice, with notable contributions to contextmapping and empathic method taxonomies. Labs/Studios: Active in StudioLab (cross-pollination of research/education) and MyFutures (tools for personal future planning). Current projects explore VR for empathy-building and interdisciplinary design labels.
Dr. Alyson K. Zalta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of California, Irvine, where she directs the Trauma & Resilience Lab. As a clinical psychologist, her research focuses on alleviating trauma-related mental health burdens through innovative interventions and understanding resilience mechanisms. Education B.A. in Psychology, Harvard University Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Pennsylvania Clinical Internship, VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Postdoctoral Fellowship, Rush University Medical Center Her research spans trauma, PTSD, resilience, transdiagnostic approaches, and moral injury, with emphasis on high-risk populations including veterans, homeless youth, and urban violence survivors. She integrates neurobiology with behavioral science to identify core trauma pathology mechanisms, exploring novel interventions like light therapy, intensive treatment protocols, and mobile health solutions for vulnerable groups. Her transdiagnostic framework targets universal trauma processes across diagnostic boundaries. Recent publications (2024-2018) reveal consistent focus on moral injury (in nurses, incarcerated individuals, and veterans), circadian-based PTSD treatments, and social determinants of trauma recovery. She employs mixed-methods designs across diverse settings, from pandemic frontline healthcare to homeless youth shelters, prioritizing scalable interventions for real-world impact. Scientific Affiliations Faculty, Interdisciplinary Institute for Salivary Bioscience Research Fellow, Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory Dr. Zalta advises doctoral students in UCI's Psychological Science program (though not accepting new students for Fall 2026 admission) and disseminates findings through podcasts like Psychology Anthology and In the Open. Her Trauma & Resilience Lab actively develops translational research to inform trauma interventions, particularly for underserved populations requiring accessible mental health solutions.
Beth Moracco is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Behavior and Associate Director of the UNC Injury Prevention Research Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Gillings School of Global Public Health. She specializes in violence prevention, particularly gender-based violence in global and domestic contexts. Her research emphasizes evaluating interventions, policies, and community engagement to address violence prevention and health disparities. Education: PhD in Health Behavior and Health Education, UNC-Chapel Hill, 1999 MPH in Health Behavior and Health Education, UNC-Chapel Hill, 1992 Certificate in African Studies, University of Florida, 1984 BA in Political Science, University of Florida, 1984 Research Interests: Focuses on primary and secondary prevention of violence, including domestic violence, firearm-related injuries, and gender-based violence. She also explores health policy, injury prevention, and global health interventions. Her work integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to design and evaluate programs and policies. Awards: Edward G. McGavran Award for Excellence in Teaching (2019) Edward Graham Kidder Faculty Service Award (2021) Grants & Projects: Leads studies funded by the National Institute of Justice and CDC, including evaluations of domestic violence protective orders, firearm surrender policies, and refugee support programs. She also evaluates sexual violence prevention initiatives like Wise Guys: The Next Level. Labs & Affiliations: Core faculty at the UNC Injury Prevention Research Center and a research fellow at the Center for New North Carolinians. Active in the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Court’s Domestic Violence Committee.
Christopher M. Shea, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management and Adjunct Associate Professor in Social Medicine at the University of North Carolina’s Gillings School of Global Public Health. He serves as the PhD Program Director, leading interdisciplinary training in public health policy and management. His work focuses on implementation science, organizational readiness for change, and telehealth adoption, with expertise in mixed-methods research. Dr. Shea holds a PhD in Public Administration (2008) from North Carolina State University, an MPA (2004) and MA in English (1998), and a BBA in Finance and English (1995). His research bridges organizational behavior, health informatics, and quality improvement, particularly in healthcare innovation adoption. His research interests include assessing organizational preparedness for change, telehealth policy, and strategies to support 'innovation champions.' Key projects involve evaluating telehealth utilization in rural settings and analyzing how financial factors influence telemedicine adoption for critical care in hospitals. Dr. Shea’s recent work explores maternal telehealth access disparities, opioid use disorder treatment policies, and the role of social needs screening in primary care. His articles often address implementation barriers and strategies in healthcare systems, with a focus on translating research into practice through mixed-methods approaches. He has contributed to initiatives like the Gillings Innovation Labs, emphasizing practical solutions for public health challenges. His grants and collaborations focus on improving healthcare equity through evidence-based strategies, such as community resource referral systems for cardiovascular disease in rural North Carolina.
Cristian E.W. Hesselman is a Full Professor at the University of Twente’s Department of Computer Science, specializing in the Design and Analysis of Communication Systems. His research focuses on cybersecurity, network security, and distributed systems, particularly in areas like DDoS mitigation, quantum-safe cryptography, and critical infrastructure protection. He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 1999 and actively collaborates internationally on security-related projects. Research interests include securing network protocols (e.g., DNSSEC, NTP), evaluating infrastructure vulnerabilities, and developing collaborative defense strategies against cyber threats. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to resilient infrastructure and innovation. Recent research highlights include studies on DDoS-resilient digital societies, NTP pool analysis, and quantum-safe cryptography testbeds. He has presented at conferences such as ANRW 2024 and delivered keynotes on middleware for secure media streaming. Dr. Hesselman has supervised 2 academic works and participates in activities like the Cyber Security Next Generation Workshop.
Associate Professor Nadine Andrew is an Associate Professor (Research) in the Department of Medicine at Monash University's School of Translational Medicine. She leads the National Centre for Healthy Ageing Data Platform and chairs the Monash HELIX data linkage committee. With expertise in data linkage and health services research, her work focuses on chronic diseases of aging, stroke, and dementia. She has secured over $12M in grants and leads projects like the NHMRC-funded PRECISE stroke study and a MRFF digital health initiative for aged care transfers. Her team includes experts in epidemiology, data science, and bioinformatics. Education: PhD in Epidemiology, Master’s in Public Health, clinical background in Physiotherapy. Research Interests: Data linkage methodologies, stroke epidemiology, chronic disease management, digital health solutions for aging populations. She pioneers national data platforms and co-designs patient-centered care systems. Grants & Projects: $2M MRFF grant for digital health in aged care, NHMRC PRECISE project, boosting dementia grant. Active in 20+ collaborative initiatives including national stroke data integration and vulnerable population cohort studies. Awards: 2024 Australian Epidemiological Association Award, 2021 American Heart Association Reviewer Award, NHMRC Early Career Fellowship (2014). Labs/Teams: Directs the National Centre for Healthy Ageing Data Platform and oversees multidisciplinary research teams advancing EHR data utilization.
Dr. Martin Mattsson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds a PhD in Economics from Yale University, an MPA/ID from Harvard University, and a BA in Economics and Management from the University of Oxford. His research focuses on improving government institutions, including large-scale field experiments in Bangladesh on performance scorecards and village courts. Current work addresses air pollution reduction in South Asia, aligned with Effective Altruism principles. Teaching includes courses on Effective Altruism (HS2921), Applied Econometrics (EC4305), and Advanced Development Economics (EC6371). His research spans Development Economics, Political Economy, and Public Economics, with notable projects analyzing corruption, public sector governance, and environmental policy. Recent studies investigate reelection incentives and corruption in India, internet shutdowns' economic impacts, and air purifier adoption in Bangladesh. He co-authored works on education's anti-corruption effects in Vietnam and frontline bureaucrats' compensation in India. Mattsson actively advises through NUS's Economics PhD program and collaborates with organizations like JPAL South Asia. His work emphasizes scalable solutions for global welfare improvement.
