Dr. Han Du is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame and leads the Du Research Lab. His methodological expertise includes Bayesian statistics, longitudinal data analysis, structural equation modeling, meta-analysis techniques, and machine learning applications in psychological research. Dr. Du's substantive research applies quantitative methods to developmental, clinical, cognitive, educational, and health psychology. His recent publications focus on transgender adolescent stress assessment, LGBTQ+ mental health in military contexts, social network interventions for HIV prevention, and minority stress theory applications. He teaches advanced statistical methods and supervises graduate students in quantitative psychology.
Anna Maria Oberländer is Assistant Professor for Information Systems and Digital Transformation at the University of Bayreuth's Faculty of Law and Economics. She also serves as Deputy Academic Director of the Research Center Finance & Information Management and holds a leading position at Fraunhofer FIT's Branch Business & Information Systems Engineering, where she co-heads a research group and manages the Digital Innovation Lab as one of its co-founders. Dr. Oberländer earned her Master of Science with honors from the Elite Graduate Program Finance & Information Management at the University of Technology Munich and the University of Augsburg in 2015, including a research visit at Queensland University of Technology. She was accepted into the 16th class of the Bavarian EliteAcademy, receiving leadership training across Germany, Belgium, China, and Vietnam. Prior to academia, she worked as a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company from 2015 to 2018, supporting clients in Advanced Industries and Financial Services with digital transformations. She completed her dissertation at the University of Bayreuth's Law and Economics Faculty in 2020. Her research focuses on understanding and designing digital transformation and innovation from established companies' perspectives. She examines digital transformation processes and patterns, the relationship between organizational digital transformation and digital ecosystems, organizational ambidexterity, resource-based digital opportunities for incumbents, and the socio-technical and economic impacts of IoT and AI technologies. Her work spans theoretical frameworks like the OCO (Orientation, Cooperation, Orchestration) Theory for understanding digital ecosystems' influence on transformation. Dr. Oberländer's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrated digital-sustainability research (twin transformation), AI strategy and implementation, digital ecosystem dynamics, and industry-specific digital innovation. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications across diverse sectors including public administration, manufacturing, and smart cities. She has developed capability maturity models for twin transformation and explored semantic search adoption in SMEs. Science Award 2020 from Universitätsverein Bayreuth e.V. With extensive industry experience at Siemens, Siemens Financial Services, Allianz, and McKinsey & Company, Dr. Oberländer brings practical insights to her academic work. Her Fraunhofer FIT role connects her research to real-world applications through the Digital Innovation Lab. She has led collaborative research projects across multiple industries, including the print industry's sustainability potential with AI, dairy industry digital innovation, and public administration digitalization. Dr. Oberländer co-heads a research group at Fraunhofer FIT and manages the Digital Innovation Lab, which serves as a hub for collaborative research between academia and industry. Her work with the Research Center Finance & Information Management facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration across finance and information systems domains.
Thomas Banchoff is Director of the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs and serves as Vice President for Global Engagement at Georgetown University, where he holds a professorship in both the Department of Government and the Walsh School of Foreign Service. His leadership combines academic scholarship with practical global engagement initiatives that address critical contemporary challenges. Georgetown University: Professor, Department of Government and Walsh School of Foreign Service Berkley Center: Director University Administration: Vice President for Global Engagement Banchoff earned his B.A. from Yale University (1986), M.A. from the University of Bonn (1988), and Ph.D. in Politics from Princeton University (1993). His scholarly development was enriched by prestigious fellowships including Harvard's James Bryant Conant Post-Doctoral Fellowship (1997-1998) and a Humboldt Fellowship at the University of Bonn (2000-2001). His research focuses on ethical and religious dimensions of global politics, with particular expertise in Catholic Social Teaching's application to contemporary challenges. Banchoff's scholarly trajectory evolved from European politics (evidenced by early works like The German Problem Transformed ) to contemporary analyses of religion's role in global governance. His current work emphasizes Pope Francis's "culture of encounter" concept across international relations, education, and interfaith dialogue. Recent scholarship increasingly addresses democratic erosion, AI ethics from religious perspectives, and Jesuit higher education's contribution to global citizenship. Analysis of his publication history reveals thematic progression toward practical applications of religious perspectives to global challenges. His recent work demonstrates engagement with urgent issues including democratic backsliding (as seen in his moderation of the 2025 IAJU Assembly panel on Nicaragua and Lebanon), AI ethics, and interfaith collaboration in conflict zones. DAAD Prize for Distinguished Scholarship in German studies (2003) Banchoff directs the IAJU Global Citizenship Fellows Program, which engages over 2,000 students across 60+ institutions in 20+ countries. His leadership extends to significant initiatives including Catholic Social Teaching and the Global Future of Development, Faith and the Global Agenda, and Religious Pluralism in World Affairs. Upcoming engagements include "Nostra Aetate at 60" (September 2025) and "Pope Francis: A Legacy of Human Fraternity" (August 2025), reflecting the continued relevance of his work at the intersection of religion, politics, and global challenges.
Anna Villarroya Planas is a Professor at the Universitat de Barcelona, serving as Director of the Research Center for Information, Communication and Culture. She holds a law degree and economics degree from the Universitat de Barcelona, and a PhD in Public Sector Economics from the same institution. Affiliated with both the Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media and the Department of Economics, she has been teaching courses related to cultural economics and cultural policies since 1993. Her research focuses on digital culture and content, with special emphasis on open access to science and economic studies on culture, particularly examining gender perspectives in cultural sectors. She serves as President of the European Association of Cultural Researchers and coordinates the Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Gender Studies: Cultures, Societies and Policies. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a strong focus on gender equality in cultural sectors, particularly examining gender discrimination in the performing arts, LGBTQ perspectives in information studies, and cultural policies with gender perspectives. Her work spans multiple disciplines including cultural economics, gender studies, library science, and policy analysis, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches to understanding cultural production, consumption, and policy implementation. She has participated in numerous research projects funded by public entities including the World Bank, Council of Europe, ERICarts, Organization of Ibero-American States, Spanish Ministry of Culture, Catalan Department of Culture, and Barcelona Provincial Council, as well as private foundations like "la Caixa" Banking Foundation, Carulla Foundation, and Alternativas Foundation. Since 2006, she has authored the report on cultural policy in Spain included in the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends, and since 2017 has been a member of the Council of the Association of the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends. Her leadership extends to directing research projects focused on gender perspectives in information and media studies, including the GEMPIMS (Gender Perspective Mentoring Program in Information & Media Studies) initiative at the University of Barcelona.
Nicholas Ng-A-Fook is a Full Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa, where he has served as former Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Director of Teacher Education and Indigenous Teacher Education Programs. His work is deeply engaged with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, working in partnership with Indigenous communities and school boards to disrupt colonialism, systemic racisms, and inequalities in educational curricula. Dr. Ng-A-Fook's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Louisiana State University (2006), an M.A. in Education (Multicultural Education) from York University (2001), a Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Science and History) from the University of Western Sydney (1998), and a B.A. in Classical Studies from the University of Ottawa (1996). His research interests span Curriculum Studies, History of Education (particularly oral history), Life-writing research (autobiography and narrative inquiry), Critical Youth Studies (focusing on first-generation immigrant and Indigenous youth), Community-based research, and Contemporary perspectives in philosophy, science and technology including AI, genomic education, and anti-racist science education. Dr. Ng-A-Fook approaches his work as a curriculum theorist who draws on life writing research methodologies to co-create culturally responsive, relevant, and relational curriculum with educators. Dr. Ng-A-Fook's publications reveal a strong focus on reconciliation education, decolonizing curriculum, and addressing systemic racism in educational contexts. His work increasingly engages with digital technologies and artificial intelligence from a critical, decolonial perspective, examining how these technologies intersect with historical and ongoing colonial structures. His research shows a clear evolution toward more interdisciplinary work connecting curriculum studies with Indigenous knowledge systems, technology studies, and social justice movements. Among his notable honors are the 2024 Coutts Prize, the Ted T. Aoki Distinguished Service Award (2018), and the R.W.B. Jackson Award for an outstanding article in the Canadian Journal of Education. He also serves as Director of the EdCan Network and was Past-President of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education. As a supervisor, Dr. Ng-A-Fook currently mentors several graduate students including Melissa Daoust, Lisa Ambaye, Bahareh Samsamiardekani, and Madelaine McCracken. He created the FooknConversation podcast to address educational challenges with colleagues, community activists, artists, education leaders, teachers, and politicians, and maintains the Canadian Curriculum Theory Project website as a resource for his research.
Sven Bölte is a Professor at Karolinska Institutet where he leads the research group focused on Autism, ADHD and other developmental neurological conditions as part of the Center for Neurodevelopmental Disorders (KIND). His work bridges clinical research, education, and practical implementation of evidence-based approaches for neurodevelopmental conditions. Professor Bölte's research spans multiple domains within neurodevelopmental disorders, with particular emphasis on implementing the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Core Sets for autism and ADHD using digital solutions. His group has developed and evaluated social skills training programs (KONTAKT, SKOLKONTAKT, iKONTAKT) for autistic children and adolescents, conducted twin research through the Roots of Autism and ADHD Twin Study in Sweden (RATSS), and advanced diagnostic instruments for autism, ADHD, social cognition, and adaptive behavior. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on translating research into practice, with significant work on strengths-based approaches, social inclusion, neurodiversity-affirmative assessment, and the development of practical tools for clinicians and educators. The research demonstrates increasing attention to adult experiences of autism, cross-cultural validation of interventions, and the integration of digital technology in assessment and intervention. Bölte's group also delivers extensive educational components for professionals through KI-Utbildning (Assignment Education), making it one of the largest providers of training on diagnosis and support for individuals with developmental neurological conditions within Karolinska Institutet. His work frequently addresses policy implications, as evidenced by participation in Swedish parliamentary discussions about autism and ADHD.
Maria Cherba is an Assistant Professor in Communication at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ottawa. Her work bridges health communication, telemedicine, and Indigenous health equity. Ph.D. in Communication from Université de Montréal (2020) Research Interests span: Cultural and Health Telemedicine and Digital Health Patient Experience and Interpersonal Communication Indigenous Health Advocacy Organizational Communication in Healthcare Psychosocial Support Systems Publication Trends focus on telemedicine implementation, Indigenous health representation in policy, patient-physician interactions in chronic care, and pandemic impacts on end-of-life preferences. Her methodological emphasis lies in qualitative interaction analysis.
Hyoduk Shin holds the Jimmy Anklesaria Presidential Chair in Innovation and Entrepreneurship as a Professor of Innovation, Information Technology, and Operations at UC San Diego's Rady School of Management. His research bridges operations management, information systems, and strategic decision-making across multiple industries. His educational background includes: Ph.D. from Stanford University M.S. in Statistics from the University of Chicago M.S. in Management Engineering from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology Professor Shin's research explores critical intersections of supply chain transparency , information economics , and innovation dynamics . He investigates how forecast sharing impacts supply chain coordination, how cybersecurity investments affect open source ecosystems, and how operational constraints shape competitive strategies. His work in pharmaceutical supply chains addresses drug shortages through mandated reporting systems, while his entertainment industry research analyzes release strategies amid digital disruption. This multidisciplinary approach reveals fundamental principles about information value in complex business environments. His publication portfolio (2013-2021) demonstrates consistent contributions to top-tier journals including Management Science , Operations Research , and Information Systems Research , with emerging emphasis on healthcare operations and cybersecurity. Key thematic clusters include supply chain transparency mechanisms, open source software economics, and innovation in constrained environments. His recognition includes: Best paper award at Conference on Information Systems and Technology (2012) Management Science Meritorious Service Award (2011) Lieberman Fellowship from Stanford University (2006-2007) Chairs’ Core Course Teaching Award at Kellogg School of Management While specific grant details aren't documented in available materials, Shin's research program demonstrates sustained external validation through publication in premier outlets and industry-relevant findings. His prior position as Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Kellogg School indicates progressive academic leadership, and his current named professorship reflects institutional recognition of research impact. The absence of student listings suggests primary focus on independent or collaborative research rather than doctoral supervision.
Béatrice Parguel is a CNRS Research Director at Paris-Dauphine University where she directs the Center for Marketing and Public Policy Research. Her academic career spans consumer psychology with a focus on experimental methodology, examining implications for public authorities in consumer information and education. Her research interests center on greenwashing, environmental labeling, ecology education for children, and reduction of over-packaging. She investigates how marketing practices influence consumer behavior, particularly in sustainable consumption contexts, with significant contributions to understanding luxury brand management, CSR communication, and the psychological mechanisms behind consumer responses to environmental claims. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy implications, often exploring the tension between commercial interests and public welfare. Parguel's publications reveal consistent themes in sustainable consumption, with a growing emphasis on food-related behaviors, digital activism, and luxury market dynamics in recent years. Her research employs rigorous experimental methods to uncover both conscious and subconscious consumer responses to marketing stimuli, particularly in ethically charged contexts. As director of the Center for Marketing and Public Policy Research, she leads a team investigating the intersection of marketing practices and societal impact, with particular attention to regulatory implications and consumer protection.
Professor Ian Ruthven is a Professor of Information Seeking and Retrieval in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the University of Strathclyde. He chairs the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) and the Steering Committee of the Information Seeking in Context (ISIC) conference series. His research focuses on human information interaction, including information seeking in health, migration, and cultural heritage contexts. He authored Dealing With Change Through Information Sculpting , proposing a theory explaining how people use information behaviors to adapt during life transitions. Education: PhD in Abduction, Explanation, and Relevance Feedback (University of Glasgow, 2001), MSc (University of Birmingham, 1993), BSc in Computing Science (University of Glasgow, 1992). Research Interests: Information seeking theory, interface design for information access, user studies. His work bridges human-computer interaction with socio-technical systems, emphasizing ethical and inclusive design. Publications: Over 170 peer-reviewed papers, including influential works on information resilience, digital divides, and pandemic impacts on international students. Recent work includes Grey Digital Divide: Factors Associated with Older People’s Use of the Internet for Financial Transactions (2025) and Information Avoidance: A Critical Conceptual Review (2025). Awards: Tony Kent Strix Memorial Award (2020), Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (2010), and multiple best paper awards. His contributions span academic and policy realms, addressing societal challenges through information science. Projects: Co-investigator in the Participatory Harm Auditing Workbenches and Methodologies (PHAWM) project (2024–2028) and leader of the Scottish Network on Digital Cultural Resources Evaluation (ScotDigiCH) (2015–2016). These projects emphasize participatory design and cultural heritage evaluation. Professional Activities: Editorial roles for major conferences, visiting researcher at the University of Pretoria (2021), and advisory roles in library and information science initiatives. His work fosters collaboration between academia and cultural institutions.
Shintaro Okazaki is a Professor of Marketing at King’s Business School, King’s College London. He holds a PhD from the Autonomous University of Madrid and has over 20 years of industry experience, including roles at a multinational corporation in Tokyo. His research focuses on marketing communications, digital marketing, social issues in marketing, international marketing strategies, and tourism marketing. He has authored over 100 articles and chapters, with a strong emphasis on advertising, AI ethics, sustainability, and consumer behavior. Research Interests: Marketing Communications: Advertising, Branded Entertainment, Cross-Cultural Advertising, Emotions in Advertising Digital Marketing: AI, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital CSR Social Issues: Diversity, LGBTQ+ Inclusion, Disaster Resilience, Media Addiction, Sustainability International Marketing: Deglobalisation, Global Brand Positioning, Marketing Standardisation Travel & Tourism: Sustainable Tourism, Greenhushing, Peer-to-Peer Accommodation Awards & Roles: Former Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Advertising (2014–2019) Past-President of the European Advertising Academy Editorial Board Member for Journal of Public Policy & Marketing , International Marketing Review , and others Recipient of multiple awards, including the 2010 Journal of Advertising Best Article Award Grants & Conferences: Grant panelist for over 20 international organizations Organized/chaired 30+ academic conferences globally Labs & Teams: Research Lead of the Department of Marketing at King’s Business School, leading interdisciplinary projects on AI ethics, crisis communication, and sustainable marketing strategies.
ChanMin Kim is a Professor in the Learning and Performance Systems department at Penn State College of Education. With over 80 publications and 2553 citations, their work focuses on integrating artificial intelligence , robotics , and educational technology into science and computer science education. Research interests: Science writing, AI-human partnerships, robotics in education, equity-focused technology design Key methodologies: Natural Language Processing, learning analytics, scaffolding strategies Recent work explores large language models in education, debugging processes in pre-service teacher training, and automated assessment systems for science explanations. While the provided data doesn't show specific scientific awards or student advisees, their publications in venues like British Journal of Educational Technology and Journal of Science Education and Technology demonstrate significant contributions to learning sciences. Kim collaborates extensively with researchers in AI, educational technology, and equity-focused domains.
Professor Victor Callan AM is Professor of Leadership and Organisational Change at the University of Queensland Business School within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. With over 300 publications to his name, including 179 journal articles, 60 conference publications, and 17 books, he is one of Australia's most recognized researchers in organizational change, leadership performance, and employee training. His influential work has shaped public policy in workforce development, vocational education, and organizational change management. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Arts, University of New South Wales Doctor of Philosophy, Australian National University Professor Callan's research focuses on two primary areas: organizational change and leadership, with special interest in employees' and leaders' experiences with large-scale change; and employee skills, capabilities and training, examining effective responses to skills development and shortages. His work explores adaptation levels, personal capabilities, communication dynamics, and team processes during organizational transitions. He has pioneered research on maverickism in organizations, investigating how positively deviant change agents drive radical organizational transformations. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward gender equality research, Indigenous knowledge integration, and maverick leadership. These works span multiple disciplines including organizational behavior, human resource management, vocational education, and leadership studies. His research on workplace gender inequality employs wicked problems frameworks, while his work on Indigenous knowledge holders emphasizes co-creation and positioning as expert researchers. Major Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia Fellow of the Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Member (AM) of the Order of Australia for significant service to higher education University's Award for Excellence in Higher Degree Research Supervision Two UQ Excellence in Leadership Awards Professor Callan has supervised numerous PhD students across diverse topics including leadership ascension, maverickism, CEO appointments, and organizational change. He has secured substantial research funding, including his 14th Australian Research Council project in 2025 focusing on Indigenous women environmental rangers. His advisory work spans over 100 projects for government departments and international organizations across South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania, Indonesia, Bhutan, Brunei, New Zealand, PNG, and South Pacific countries, addressing employee skills, vocational education, industry closures, and workforce development. He actively contributes to executive education for senior managers globally and has developed strong research, consulting, and industry partnerships. His current teaching focuses on MBA programs and the Bachelor of Advanced Business Honours program at UQ.
Dr. Stephanie Cosner serves as Provost and Professor of Social Work at Simmons University. Previously she was Vice Provost and Inaugural Dean of the College of Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice. Her research focuses on social innovation, technology integration in social work, and social sector leadership. She co-leads the Grand Challenge for Social Work initiative 'Harnessing Technology for Social Good' and founded the Boston College Center for Social Innovation. Her publications include the book 'Innovation From Within: Redefining How Nonprofits Solve Problems' and numerous articles on social innovation, nonprofit management, and technology applications in social services.
Georgios Neokleous is a Professor of English in the Department of Teacher Education at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. He holds a PhD in Education from Saint Louis University (2014), focusing on home language use in EAL classrooms. His career began as an EFL/ESL teacher, with extensive experience across Europe and the U.S., and he has developed specialized courses for diverse learner groups. Neokleous’ research emphasizes multilingualism, translanguaging pedagogy, and inclusive literacy practices in linguistically diverse classrooms. Education: PhD in Education, Saint Louis University, 2014 Masters and Bachelor’s degrees (implied, not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Neokleous explores the integration of students’ home languages in EAL settings, translanguaging as a pedagogical tool, and assessment strategies in multilingual environments. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in teacher education and classroom diversity. Recent trends in his publications highlight cross-national comparisons (e.g., Norway-Cyprus studies), innovative teaching methodologies, and the role of technology in modern classrooms. Advising & Grants: Supervises students at BA, MA, and PhD levels. Collaborates with international researchers like Anna Krulatz and Sviatlana Karpava. Active in organizing academic events, including TESOL International and ECER conferences. Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative research groups focused on multilingual education, such as the ‘Learning and Teaching English in the Multilingual Classroom’ initiative. His work often intersects with institutions like the University of Cyprus and Multilingual Matters publishing.
