Associate Professor Geoff Frost is an academic at the University of Sydney, specializing in sustainability management and accounting. He investigates the role of accounting and accountants in sustainable management, develops integrated sustainable management systems, and focuses on non-financial performance measurement and reporting. His research has been supported by over $500,000 in competitive grants from CPA Australia, CIMA (UK), the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, and ARC Linkage and Discovery Grants. Frost teaches postgraduate Managerial Accounting and Decision Making courses. Grants: Australian Centre for Energy Storage Research (2011) Transforming the Australian accounting profession for the carbon challenge (2011) Environmental management systems and reporting systems (2005) The role of accountants in sustainability management (2004) Internet-based sustainability reporting (2000) His publications span 2000–2025, with recent work analyzing sustainability reporting standards (2025), carbon reporting prediction models (2023), and legitimacy theory in sustainability disclosures (2011). His articles appear in journals like Australian Journal of Management , Abacus , and Journal of Business Ethics , focusing on intersections between accounting, environmental management, and corporate governance. Frost has collaborated extensively with researchers such as Stewart Jones, Janek Ratnatunga, and Carol Adams. His work addresses carbon reporting frameworks, water resource accounting, integrated reporting systems, and the financial implications of sustainability disclosures.
Amy K. Winter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at the University of Georgia's College of Public Health. Her research focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, particularly measles and rubella immunity, leveraging serological data and epidemiological modeling to inform public health policies. She has contributed to studies assessing vaccine introduction impacts, outbreak risk prediction, and vaccination coverage gaps in low-resource settings. Her work emphasizes policy-relevant questions and collaborations with global health organizations. Key research interests include: 1) Measles/Rubella Elimination Strategies, 2) Seroprevalence Analysis, 3) Vaccination Program Effectiveness, and 4) Global Health Policy. She has conducted fieldwork in Zambia, India, Madagascar, and Pakistan, addressing challenges such as immunity gaps in childbearing-age populations and seasonal vaccination disparities. Recent publications highlight her focus on multi-pathogen serosurveillance systems, cost-effectiveness of elimination strategies, and the role of serology in pandemic response (e.g., COVID-19). While no specific scientific awards are listed, her work has been widely cited in high-impact journals like The Lancet and Science. Dr. Winter collaborates with institutions like WHO and contributes to modeling efforts for vaccine delivery optimization. Her research bridges quantitative methods with real-world public health challenges, aiming to improve disease control and equity in global health systems.
Marlene Altenmüller is a Junior Professor (Assistant Professor) in Science Acceptance at the Leibniz Institute for Psychology Information (ZPID), holding a PhD from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU Munich). She previously served as a Research Associate at LMU’s Social Psychology Chair from 2018 to 2024. Her academic journey includes a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Art History from Philipps University of Marburg (2012–2018). Her research focuses on Trust in science and science communication Metascience analyzing social processes within academia Psychological aspects of art reception and museum experiences Social justice and fairness perceptions Key projects include the BMBF-funded Trust in Citizen Science (TiCS) and the Templeton Religion Trust-supported Art-BEAT initiative. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical recommendations, such as optimizing science communication strategies and understanding science-religion dynamics. She leads the Science Reception Lab and contributes to interdisciplinary teams like the Social Influence Lab and Metascience Lab at ZPID. Grants include collaborations with TU Braunschweig and Berlin’s Museum für Naturkunde.
Professor Tatiana Fedyk is a Full-Time Faculty member in the Department of Accounting at the University of San Francisco's School of Management. She holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from UC Berkeley (2008) and has prior academic roles at UC Berkeley, Arizona State University, and professional experience as a CFO in private equity. Her research focuses on R&D investments, earnings quality, accrual anomalies, and audit processes. She actively contributes to institutional governance through roles like Co-Chair of the SOM Strategic Planning Committee and EMBA Redesign Committee. Education: Ph.D., Accounting, UC Berkeley, 2008 C.P.A., Moscow, Russia, 1996 M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Moscow State University, 1990 B.S., Mechanics and Mathematics, Moscow State University, 1988 Her research explores topics like R&D investment decisions in IPO firms, accrual anomaly persistence, and audit quality dynamics. She has published in journals such as Review of Accounting Studies and Contemporary Accounting Research . Notable awards include the Western Decision Sciences Institute Best Paper Award (2016, 2018) and Berkeley's Teaching Effectiveness Award (2006). Her work bridges academic rigor with practical consulting experience, emphasizing STEM firms' financial reporting strategies and the impact of AI on audit processes. She advises on strategic planning at USF and remains dedicated to student professional development.
Dr. Alessio Faccia is an Assistant Professor in Finance at the School of Business and Law, University of Birmingham Dubai, with a strong international academic and professional background. He holds a PhD in Business Economics (Accounting & Finance) from Università Politecnica delle Marche and has taught at institutions in Italy, UAE, UK, and Malta. He is also a qualified Chartered Accountant and Auditor in Italy, with prior experience at Accenture and as founder of an independent audit firm. Education: PhD in Business Economics (Accounting & Finance), Università Politecnica delle Marche, 2012 MBA (Hons) in Business Economics & Accounting, Università Roma TRE, 2006 BSc in Business Economics and Accounting, Università Roma TRE, 2004 LLM, Pegaso University, 2019 MSc in Criminology, Pegaso University, 2017 CA (Chartered Accountant and Auditor), Italy, 2009 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2021 Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE), 2020 His research spans interdisciplinary domains including blockchain, accounting information systems, machine learning, fraud examination, and sustainable finance. He explores how emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and cognitive computing can enhance transparency, resilience, and innovation in financial systems. His work often bridges theory with practical applications in fintech, auditing, and regulatory compliance. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward leveraging big data, blockchain, and AI to transform traditional finance and accounting practices. Topics include blockchain for supply chain risk, NLP for financial transparency, generative AI in education, and quantum fintech. These contributions appear in high-impact journals such as Annals of Operations Research , Sustainability , and Big Data and Cognitive Computing . Scientific Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2021 Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE), 2020 Dr. Faccia actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for top-tier journals including Technovation , Chaos, Solitons & Fractals , PLoS ONE , and International Journal of Production Economics . He serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Accounting & Finance Review and Journal of Risk and Financial Management . He has also acted as Guest Editor for special issues and Publicity Chair for international conferences, demonstrating leadership in academic dissemination. He supervises MSc students’ dissertations in finance and accounting and teaches postgraduate modules such as Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Management, and Alternative Finance. His advisory role extends to guiding research on blockchain, fraud, and sustainable business models. He has no listed grants, but his collaborative research indicates strong engagement with international scholars. Dr. Faccia is involved in cutting-edge research teams focused on blockchain, AI in finance, and digital transformation. He contributes to initiatives like the International Conference on Cloud and Big Data Computing and participates in technical research on ERP integration, semantic web applications, and cybersecurity resilience, positioning him at the forefront of technological innovation in business education.
Barbara Bliss is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Knauss School of Business within the University of San Diego . She holds a PhD and BS in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State University. Research Focus: Dr. Bliss specializes in payout policy (dividends and share repurchases), securities litigation , and price discrimination . Her work explores the intersection of financial decision-making, market dynamics, and legal implications for corporate entities. Publication Trends: Recent research spans financial markets, investor behavior, and real estate economics, with a focus on topics like stock market efficiency , reverse innovation , online rental market biases , and household pricing strategies in platforms like Airbnb. Scientific Awards Order of Omega Professor of the Year, 2016 Contact: bbliss@SanDiego.edu | Olin Hall 228 | (619) 260-2998
Christoph Klimmt is a full professor and head of the Department of Journalism and Communication Research at Leibniz University Hannover. His academic journey began with a PhD in 2004 on interactive entertainment, followed by roles as a junior professor at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2007-2010) and leadership of the EU project ‘Fun of Gaming: FUGA’ (2006-2009). His research focuses on entertaining media use , media reception and effects , and new media technologies . Recent publications explore topics like trust in health communication, digital inspiration in social media, and the impact of narrative news formats. Editorial leadership in Journal of Media Psychology (2018-2020) Editorial board member of Media Psychology (since 2005) and Journal of Communication (2007-2014) His work on media entertainment theory, including the synergistic multiprocess model for video games, has been influential in communication studies. He also addresses societal issues like biotech food misconceptions, road safety campaigns, and ethical challenges in digital media.
T. Clifton Green serves as the John W. McIntyre Professor of Finance at Goizueta Business School, Emory University, where he has been a faculty member since 1999. He teaches Corporate Finance in the BBA program, Behavioral Finance in the PhD program, and has previously instructed Security Analysis and Portfolio Management for MBA students. His educational background includes: PhD in Finance from New York University MA in Economics from the University of Virginia BS in Economics from Texas A&M University Green's research focuses on Investments, Behavioral Finance, and Market Microstructure, examining how investors process information and how trading mechanisms impact market efficiency. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Financial Times, and CNBC television, demonstrating real-world relevance of his academic contributions. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal expanding research frontiers in retail trading behavior, AI applications in finance, and alternative data utilization. His studies leverage unique market events and large datasets to investigate anomalies in investor decision-making and market dynamics, maintaining continuity with his foundational work on bond markets and macroeconomic news impacts. Professor Green maintains active research collaborations across finance and interdisciplinary domains, with multiple 2025 working papers under review at top journals including the Review of Financial Studies and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis.
Marco Wilkens is a full Professor of Finance and Banking at the University of Augsburg, where he has held his position since 2010. He serves as the head of the Chair of Finance and Banking within the Faculty of Economics (Wirtschaftswissenschaftliche Fakultät). Previously, he was Professor of Finance and Banking at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt from 2001 to 2010. He has held numerous visiting professorships internationally, including at Queen's University (Canada), Macquarie University (Sydney), and the University of Sydney. Wilkens has served as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Augsburg from 2019 to 2021. Professor Wilkens' research focuses primarily on Sustainable Finance and Climate Finance, with additional expertise in Investment Funds, Interest Rate Risk, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Bank Management, Valuation of Financial Instruments, and Financial Engineering. His work has evolved significantly toward climate-related financial research over the past decade, with numerous publications on carbon risk, sustainable investment strategies, and climate scenario analysis in banking. He has led several major research projects in sustainable finance funded by organizations including BMBF, Stiftung Mercator, and UBA. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on the practical applications of sustainable finance, with a particular focus on how investment funds can effectively address climate risk. His work examines carbon risk measurement, portfolio decarbonization effects, climate scenario analysis in banking, and the impact of ESG factors on investment performance. Wilkens has been instrumental in developing frameworks for quantifying transition risks in financial markets, as evidenced by his CARIMA (Carbon Risk Management) project. Impact Award of the LIFE Climate Foundation Liechtenstein (2020) Best Paper Award of the Southwestern Finance Association Conference (2018) Highest Impact Award of the Green Summit in Liechtenstein (2017) Multiple Best Teaching Awards for MBA programs at University of Augsburg (2014-2018) Professor Wilkens has supervised over 25 doctoral students to completion and currently mentors several doctoral candidates. He leads a substantial research team at the Chair of Finance and Banking, including multiple research associates and doctoral candidates. His research is supported by significant third-party funding, particularly in sustainable finance projects. Wilkens serves on numerous advisory boards including the Sustainable Finance Advisory Committee of the Federal Government, the bifa environmental institute, and the Foundation for Science of the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe. He is a founding member of both the Centre for Climate Resilience and the Sustainable Finance Research Platform.
Maria Lotze is an Assistant Professor at the Chair of Accounting & Controlling at the University of Augsburg's Faculty of Business and Economics. She has been in this role since 2021, previously serving as a Lecturer (2015-2021) and Research Assistant (2010-2015). Education Bachelor’s in Global Business Management, University of Augsburg (2009-2012) Master’s in Finance and Information Management, Technical University of Munich and University of Augsburg (2012-2015) Doctorate, University of Augsburg (2020) Her research focuses on value-oriented manager compensation and innovation performance metrics . She has co-authored publications on topics like bonus deferral mechanisms and capitalized R&D expenditures , contributing to debates on sustainable value creation and corporate governance. Recent publications include textbook contributions on accounting fundamentals and financial statement analysis , reflecting her expertise in both theoretical and applied accounting. Her work integrates German Commercial Law (HGB) , IFRS , and US GAAP standards. Key Collaborations Worked with professors Wolfgang Schultze, Adolf Coenenberg, and Philipp Sandner Contributed to multiple editions of accounting textbooks
Laura Abrardi is an Associate Professor (L. 240) at the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) of Politecnico di Torino. She serves as Academic Advisor for the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management and as a member of the Energy Center Lab (Ec-L). Research interests: Competition, Consumer behavior, Data privacy, Digital economics, Market regulations Scientific branch: ECON-04/A - Applied Economics (Area 0013 - Economic and statistical sciences) Teaching roles: Course Lecturer for Economic Systems Analysis and Corporate Economics and Finance in Management Engineering programs Research projects: DIRES (2024-2025), CyberResilience (2023-2025), and commercial contracts on ultra-broadband impacts (2021) Her recent publications focus on data markets, digital economics, and pandemic-related organizational behavior. She supervises PhD student Sasha Grassini in Management, Production, and Design.
Briana Trifiro is a Lecturer in the Department of Communication Studies at Northeastern University. She earned her PhD in Emerging Media Studies from Boston University, along with MA and BA degrees in Communication from Bryant University. Trifiro's pedagogical approach emphasizes connecting students to real-world applications of communication theory, focusing on lifelong learning and experiential engagement. Education: PhD, Emerging Media Studies – Boston University MA, Communication – Bryant University BA, Communication – Bryant University Her research sits at the intersection of media psychology and political communication , investigating micro- and macro-level effects of social and digital media consumption. Key themes include the role of media in shaping self-perception, partisan framing mechanisms, and the impact of platform-specific behaviors on mental health and policy engagement. Trifiro's recent publications explore topics like lurking behavior on social media , health warnings for synthetic nicotine products on Instagram , and political incivility on Twitter . Her work has appeared in journals such as Social Media + Society , Mass Communication and Society , and International Journal of Communication . Scientific Awards: Promising Professor of the Year (2022, AEJMC) Excellence in Graduate Teaching (2022, Boston University) Excellence in Graduate Research (2021, Boston University) Distinguished Leadership Award (2020, Boston University) She previously served as a Research Fellow for the American Heart Association’s Tobacco Center for Regulatory Science (A-TRAC), focusing on synthetic nicotine advertising on Instagram. No advisees or lab affiliations are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Yue Zhang is an Assistant Professor at the Stan Ross Department of Accountancy , Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College, CUNY. Holding a Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.A. in Economics from Pennsylvania State University, and a B.A. in Economics from Peking University, Zhang specializes in Corporate Disclosures , Product Market Competition , Innovation , and Healthcare . Ph.D., Accounting, University of Pittsburgh M.A., Economics, Pennsylvania State University B.A., Economics, Peking University Zhang's research examines strategic disclosure behaviors in R&D-intensive industries, particularly pharmaceuticals, and explores how regulatory frameworks impact healthcare systems. Current projects include studies on voluntary disclosure as a commitment device , strategic timing of R&D disclosures , and embargoed information practices . Recent work presented at top conferences like the American Accounting Association Annual Meeting and AAA Annual Meeting investigates pharmaceutical R&D dynamics , patent disclosure strategies , and regulatory real effects . Findings suggest strong links between disclosure transparency and competitive innovation. Honors and Awards : Certificate of Excellence in Mentoring Experiential and Community Engaged Learning (2025) Curriculum Innovation Award (2023) Dean’s Research Fellowship (2018-2019) AAA/Deloitte Foundation Doctoral Consortium Fellow (2018) Zhang serves as a Faculty Mentor for PhD students, Committee Member for academic initiatives, and Grant Reviewer for PSC-CUNY. Current research funding includes the PSC-CUNY Award #52 (2021-2023).
Seil Kim is an Associate Professor at the Stan Ross Department of Accountancy within the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY). His research focuses on accounting , securities regulation , and corporate governance , particularly in the context of banking and financial reporting . BBA (2009), MS (2011), and PhD (2016) from Seoul National University and New York University Kim’s research examines the implications of fragmented securities regulation , insider trading dynamics, and banking compliance reforms. He has contributed to debates on fair value accounting , board diversity , and executive equity retention . His recent work explores the Economic consequences of accounting standard changes, such as the AOCI filter removal and the CECL standard , while earlier studies address audit committee effectiveness and audit quality post-mergers. Kim has received recognition for his contributions, including: FARS Excellence in Reviewing Award (2019, 2022) Irving Weinstein Distinguished Scholar (2019, 2020) Best Paper Awards (2017, 2019) Deloitte Foundation Grant (2015) He serves on editorial review boards for journals like Management Science and The Accounting Review , and teaches courses such as Financial Accounting II and Empirical Research Methods at Baruch College. His grants from PSC-CUNY and the Eugene Lang Fellowship highlight his commitment to advancing banking regulation and capital market research.
Heemin Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Stan Ross Department of Accountancy at the Zicklin School of Business, City University of New York (CUNY). His academic appointment focuses on accounting disciplines, and he teaches Cost Accounting (ACC 3200) across multiple semesters from 2018 to 2025. He actively contributes to departmental governance as ACC 3200 Course Coordinator and Workshop Organizer. Dr. Lee's educational background includes: PhD in Accounting from the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business (2017) MS in Statistics from Yonsei University (2011) BBA in Statistics from Yonsei University (2009) His research critically examines regulatory frameworks and corporate behavior, with emphasis on financial reporting quality, internal controls, and whistleblowing mechanisms. He investigates how media freedom shapes corporate information environments and how anti-corruption laws impact geographic disclosure transparency. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world regulatory challenges, particularly in SEC rulemaking processes and corporate governance structures. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a cohesive research trajectory centered on regulatory impacts in capital markets. Key themes include the unintended consequences of anti-corruption legislation on corporate transparency, institutional investors' role as information intermediaries, and the efficacy of whistleblower provisions in fraud deterrence. His work consistently applies empirical methods to evaluate how legal frameworks influence corporate disclosure practices and market efficiency. Dr. Lee has received significant recognition including: Eugene M. Lang Junior Faculty Research Fellowship Award (2023) Irving Weinstein Distinguished Scholar Award (2021) Curriculum Innovation Award from EY (2021) Best Conference Paper at the 2019 MIT Asia Conference in Accounting Multiple University of Chicago PhD fellowships (2012-2015) Best Master's Dissertation Award from Yonsei University (2011) As a doctoral faculty member, he mentors PhD students through pre-workshops and course coordination. His research is funded by competitive grants including: Media freedom and the corporate information environment (PSC-CUNY, $3,283.38, 2019-2022) Academic Research in SEC Rulemaking (PSC-CUNY, $3,384, 2018-2019) Institutional Investors as Information Suppliers (Eugene Lang Fellowship, $7,489, 2023) Dr. Lee actively shapes the accounting discipline through service as journal reviewer (Journal of Accounting Research, Management Science), conference track organizer (AAA Annual Meeting), and committee member for sustainability curriculum development. His collaborations span institutions including the University of Chicago and international research partners.
