جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jennifer Chang Couplandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Consumer Behavior
• Brand Meaning
• Symbolism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Chang Coupland is a Clinical Professor of Marketing at Pennsylvania State University's Smeal College of Business. She joined Penn State in 1998 after earning her Ph.D. and M.S. in Marketing from Northwestern University and B.S. from UC Berkeley. Teaching: Instructs MBA Brand Management, Honors Marketing, Advertising, and oversees the Penn State Prime Brand Management & Campaign Strategy Practicum. Recognized with multiple teaching awards including the 2021 Fred Brand, Jr. Excellence in Teaching Award. Research Focus: Studies consumer behavior and brand meaning using qualitative methods like ethnography, interviews, and projective techniques. Her work examines household consumption patterns, particularly food-related behaviors and symbolic brand functions. Professional Background: Former account executive at O'Brien Communications and visiting professor at Jordan McGrath Case & Partners Advertising. Currently serves as faculty advisor for Penn State Prime and marketing honors advisor to Schreyer Honors College.

Min Dingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Empathy
• Logical Creative Thinking
• Digital Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Min Ding is the Bard Professor of Marketing at Penn State's Smeal College of Business with a joint appointment in Information Sciences. Holding dual Ph.D.s (Marketing from UPenn; Molecular Biology from Ohio State), his interdisciplinary research spans artificial empathy, logical creativity methods, digital intelligence, and cultural theory. Research Domains: Develops frameworks including Logical Creative Thinking (LCT), Bubble Theory (socioeconomic development), and Hualish Culture. His technical work focuses on audio-visual analytics applications in marketing, including privacy-preserving face recognition and brand voiceprints. Leadership: Editor-in-Chief of Customer Needs and Solutions. Former VP of INFORMS Society for Marketing Science. Authored books on creativity methods, Chinese culture, and socioeconomic development. Awards: Recognized with the Journal of Marketing's Maynard Award (2007) and Journal of Retailing's Davidson Award (2012).

Bill Readerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Journalism
• Participatory Journalism
• Media Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bill Reader is a Professor in the Department of Journalism at Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, housed within the Scripps College of Communication. He joined the faculty in 2002 and earned tenure in 2010, specializing in teaching news editing, media ethics, and community journalism. His professional background includes over a decade of newspaper work as a reporter, editor, and designer, culminating in World's Best Designed Newspapers awards (1998-2000) and Keystone Press Awards. Education: M.A. in Media Studies from Pennsylvania State University. Previous academic roles included teaching at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2000-2002) and Penn State (1998-2000). His research focuses on community journalism sustainability, participatory media practices, and applied ethics in audience feedback mechanisms. Major publications include Audience Feedback in the News Media (2015), Foundations of Community Journalism (2012), and contributions to scholarly encyclopedias. His research articles explore topics like local news crises, anonymous online commentary ethics, and global community media ownership. Professional affiliations include leadership roles in AEJMC's Community Journalism Interest Group and the Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues. Presentations span over 15 AEJMC conferences and national trainings for newspaper associations. Awards include multiple Keystone Press honors and Society of News Design accolades. He actively contributes to editorial boards of Newspaper Research Journal and Community Journalism . His work bridges academic inquiry with practical journalism challenges, emphasizing local media's societal role in an evolving digital landscape.

• Marketing Strategy
• Advertising Effectiveness
• Charity Branding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Margaret Faulkner is a Senior Lecturer at the UniSA Business School, University of South Australia. Her research focuses on branding, advertising effectiveness, charity marketing, and e-learning strategies. She is a Research Degree Supervisor and can be contacted at Margaret.Faulkner@unisa.edu.au. Her work spans diverse areas including co-branding strategies, donor behavior analysis, and the impact of advertising formats on audience engagement. Notably, she explores how radio advertising can be optimized to reduce audience avoidance and enhance memorability. Her studies on charity markets reveal insights into donor motivations and the effectiveness of non-profit branding. Recent research highlights include analyzing brand consistency in the wine industry, the role of e-portfolios in legal education, and bridging the gap between consumer intentions and charitable giving behavior. Her findings frequently emphasize actionable insights for marketers across sectors, from retail partnerships to social media utilization. Award recipients: None listed in available records. Grant and advisory activities are not explicitly detailed in provided texts. Her research often intersects with practical applications in universities and industry collaborations, particularly in refining feedback mechanisms in e-learning environments.

Melissa Doddمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Media
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Social Capital Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Melissa Dodd, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Nicholson School of Communication and Media at the University of Central Florida (UCF). She holds expertise in social media, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and social capital theory, focusing on their impact on public relations outcomes. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in corporate communication and crisis management. Dr. Dodd earned her Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Miami (2012) and an M.A. in Public Relations from Ball State University (2009). Her research has been grant-funded and recognized with awards such as the Arthur W. Page Society Legacy Scholar (2012–2014) and the Brigham Young University Top Ethics Paper Award (2010). Her research interests emphasize CSR’s role in stakeholder engagement, activism through digital platforms, and the measurement of social capital. She has advised corporate clients like Bacardi U.S.A. and the University of Miami’s Emergency Management Department, applying theoretical insights to real-world challenges. Dr. Dodd serves on the advisory board of the International Public Relations Research Conference and has held leadership roles in professional organizations like the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC). Her work often explores intersections between public diplomacy, consumer behavior, and ethical communication strategies.

Jason Graffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Phytoplankton ecology
• Phytoplankton physiology
• Bacteria-phytoplankton interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason Graff is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University within the College of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on phytoplankton ecology and physiology, bacteria-phytoplankton interactions, and marine carbon cycle dynamics using bio-optical relationships and satellite remote sensing. Ph.D. in Oceanography, University of Rhode Island (2010) B.S. in Advertising, University of Illinois B.S. in Oceanography, University of Washington His work bridges cellular-scale phytoplankton processes with global oceanographic modeling, particularly through NASA missions like EXPORTS and PACE. He investigates phytoplankton photophysiology, carbon export pathways, and microbial interactions in marine environments. Recent publications highlight advances in global carbon estimation, bio-optical algorithms, and phytoplankton community dynamics. Key themes include climate change impacts on marine ecosystems, satellite validation protocols, and microbial respiration variability across ocean provinces. National Oceanographic Partnership Program's Excellence in Partnering Award (2024) Editor’s Citation for Excellence in Refereeing, AGU (2024) NASA Group Achievement Award (2022, 2019) ASLO Early Career Travel Award (2013) NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship (2008) Graff's lab collaborates extensively on NASA-funded projects like PACE and EXPORTS, developing launch-ready algorithms for phytoplankton productivity estimation and validating global oceanographic methods. His work integrates field measurements with theoretical modeling to improve carbon cycle predictions.

Bahar Cavdarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Operations Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bahar Cavdar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), specializing in operations research applications for complex logistical systems. Her work bridges theoretical optimization with real-world infrastructure challenges, particularly in time-sensitive environments requiring rapid decision-making. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology M.S. in Operations Research from Georgia Institute of Technology B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Middle East Technical University Dr. Cavdar's research centers on Supply Chain Management and Logistics, with deep expertise in stochastic optimization for dynamic systems. She develops mathematical models addressing multi-trip vehicle routing under uncertainty, capacity allocation with customer time preferences, and infrastructure network restoration. Her methodological approach integrates queueing theory, game theory, and heuristic algorithms to solve problems where timing constraints critically impact system performance. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant thematic trajectories: (1) Infrastructure resilience in power grids and disaster response through crew routing and network fortification; (2) Behavioral operations examining word-of-mouth dynamics and wage theft in labor markets; and (3) Time-sensitive logistics optimization for delivery systems and predictive maintenance. These intersect at the nexus of computational operations research and practical implementation challenges. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Dr. Cavdar mentors graduate researchers in industrial engineering with focus areas spanning infrastructure restoration algorithms and behavioral supply chain models. While specific grant details remain unspecified, her publication topics indicate sustained funding for projects involving network optimization under uncertainty, disaster response logistics, and human-centric operations management. She teaches specialized courses including ISYE 4960: Game Theory and Applications in Supply Chain Management.

Ramarao Desirajuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marketing Mix Optimization
• Sales Force Incentives
• Business-to-Business Marketing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ramarao Desiraju is a Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing at the University of Central Florida. His research combines game theory and empirical analysis to examine marketing mix optimization and incentive structures in sales force management and business-to-business contexts . He has taught undergraduate , MBA , and Ph.D. courses , and previously served as the Doctoral Program Coordinator . Research Focus Marketing mix optimization Sales force incentive design Channel structure analysis Game theory applications in business Empirical market research Publications & Awards Published in Journal of Marketing , Marketing Science , Management Science Awarded MSI/H. Paul Root Award , William R. Davidson Award , and multiple UCF research honors Professional Engagement Serves on editorial boards for Journal of Retailing , Marketing Letters , and Journal of Business-to-Business Marketing . Has reviewed for numerous prestigious journals across marketing and operations management.

Frédéric Tomasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deception Detection
• Linguistics
• Cognitive Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Frédéric Tomas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication and Cognition at Tilburg University’s Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the Université de Paris 8. His research focuses on written deception detection, cognitive mechanisms in deceitful testimony production, and the intersection of AI with communication and criminal justice systems. He leads a Dutch government-funded Starter Grant project exploring AI’s role in the criminal justice system. His academic work spans linguistic analysis (using LIWC software and keystroke dynamics), consumer attitudes toward AI-generated content, and conspiracy theory psychology. He has published in journals like Emerging Media , British Journal of Social Psychology , and Linguistics in the Netherlands . He received the LOT Grotevragenprijs (2023) for collaborative work on AI’s linguistic challenges. Tomas has trained professionals (e.g., law enforcement, HR) in deception detection and critical thinking. He organizes conferences like the TSHD Digital Humanities Symposium and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on AI ethics, misinformation, and forensic linguistics.

Jie Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Healthy Aging
• Home Support Services
• Service Continuity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jie Zhang is an Associate Professor in the Peter B. Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria. She holds a BA in Economics from Fudan University, an MA in Sociology and ScM in Computer Science from Brown University, and a DBA in Operations and Technology Management from Boston University. Her research focuses on healthy aging, home support services, service continuity, hospitality, professional services, and franchising. She employs co-production theories, network perspectives, and empirical methods to study value co-creation in service sectors. Her work has been published in leading journals such as Journal of Operations Management and Production and Operations Management . She is an active member of POMS, ISA, and serves as an En-ROADS climate ambassador. Jie has received awards including the 2024 Gustavson Outstanding Performance Recognition and the 2016 International Society of Franchising Best Paper Award. Teaching: Courses include Operations Management (MBA), Sustainable Development, and Service Management. Grants: Current projects include a UVic Collaborative Health Grant ($34,000) and a BC SUPPORT Unit grant ($9,260). Special Projects: Her Improving Home Support Service Continuity initiative proposes a measurement scale for service continuity, benefiting stakeholders like healthcare providers and policymakers. Service: Editorial board member of Journal of Operations Management and board director of Seniors Serving Seniors. Jie’s research bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in service systems, sustainability, and aging populations.

Jangyul Robert Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Relations
• Public Diplomacy
• Crisis Communication
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jangyul Robert Kim is affiliated with the Department of Journalism & Media Communication at Colorado State University. His expertise spans public relations, public diplomacy, crisis communication, and corporate social responsibility. Previously, he served as founder/CEO of KorCom Porter Novelli and advised multinational corporations across sectors including healthcare and finance. Dr. Kim holds a Ph.D. in Mass Communication from the University of Florida, alongside advanced degrees from Sogang University (Seoul). Education: Ph.D., Mass Communication, University of Florida M.A., Public Relations, Sogang University B.A., English Language & Literature, Sogang University His research focuses on applying communication theories to public relations practices, developing new PR models, and expanding into areas like public diplomacy. He has published extensively on crisis management, reputation systems, and cross-cultural PR strategies. Dr. Kim teaches courses in crisis communication and digital promotion management. His work bridges academic research with industry practice, emphasizing practical applications of PR theories in global contexts. No awards or grants are explicitly listed, though his professional contributions reflect significant industry engagement.

Sven Seukenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Market Design
• Artificial Intelligence
• Economics and Computation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sven Seuken is an Associate Professor at the University of Zurich's Department of Informatics, leading the Computation and Economics Research Group. He is affiliated with ETH Zurich's AI Center and co-directs the Zurich Center for Market Design. His roles include Chief Economist at Worldcoin and founder of Market Design Consulting GmbH. He holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and has been recognized with awards such as the ERC Starting Grant and Google Faculty Award. His research bridges AI, game theory, and market design, focusing on practical applications like auction mechanisms and resource allocation. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Harvard University (Advisor: David C. Parkes) Research Interests: Market Design Artificial Intelligence Economics and Computation Computational Mechanism Design Algorithmic Game Theory Machine Learning Recent Work Trends: Articles emphasize AI-driven market mechanisms, dynamic auctions, mobile network optimization, and scalable multi-agent systems. Key themes include truthful aggregation, cross-optimization, and reinforcement learning in strategic environments. Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2020) Google Faculty Research Award "Top 40 under 40" by Capital magazine (2017) Grants & Roles: Secured major grants including the ERC MIAMI project. Advises on market design for companies and serves as a mentor for the German Academic Scholarship Foundation. Active in organizing conferences like EC'22. Labs/Teams: Leads the Computation and Economics Research Group and collaborates with the Zurich Center for Market Design to advance applied market solutions.

Kristina LaPlantمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• American Politics
• Political Behavior
• Gender Stereotypes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kristina LaPlant is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Georgia State University (2019), along with M.A. and B.A. degrees in Political Science and History. Her research focuses on American political behavior, emphasizing gender stereotypes, conspiracy theories, and public opinion dynamics. She actively mentors undergraduate research and collaborates with students on innovative projects. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, Georgia State University (2019) M.A. in Political Science, Georgia State University B.A. in History, Valdosta State University Research Interests: Examines how gender stereotypes influence political communication effectiveness Analyzes conspiracy theories' role in modern political polarization Investigates emotional responses to political events and media Studies policy regimes around concealed carry laws on campuses Professional Activities: Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars (2022-2023) Georgia Political Science Association Board Member (2021-present) Co-Sponsor of UWL College Feminists (2021-2023) Lead researcher on La Crosse Community Needs Survey Her recent publications analyze topics ranging from gun policy regimes to emotional reactions during elections. She maintains active roles in both teaching innovation and community-engaged research initiatives.

William Spanglerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Mining
• Machine Learning
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. William E. Spangler serves as the Department Chair of Accounting, Information Systems and Technology, and Supply Chain Management at Duquesne University's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, where he is also a Professor of Information Systems and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.B.A. from the University of Hawaii, and a B.A. from the University of South Florida. His teaching focuses on information systems auditing, control, and security, alongside international programs involving study abroad trips across multiple continents. Dr. Spangler's research interests span computational modeling for decision support in complex systems, machine learning, data mining, and the ethical implications of technology in healthcare, sustainability, and privacy. Notable areas include surgical scheduling optimization, RFID privacy, and cross-cultural adoption of online social networks. His work has been published in top journals like Management Science and IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering. He has received several accolades, including the Creative Teaching Award, Apple Polishing Award, and Kurt Rethwisch Outstanding Teaching Award. Beyond academia, his industry experience includes roles at Fortune 500 companies like Unisys and Westinghouse, as well as teaching at West Virginia University. Dr. Spangler actively explores the intersection of technology and societal impact, emphasizing sustainability, ethical data practices, and global collaboration. His current projects investigate the role of online social networks in charitable behavior and technology-driven corporate sustainability strategies.

Yuli Liangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fashion Technology
• Global Supply Chain Management
• Retail Consumer Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuli Liang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fashion Merchandising at Texas State University's School of Family & Consumer Sciences. She joined the institution in Summer 2020 and specializes in integrating technology into fashion supply chains and consumer behavior analysis. Her teaching includes courses on global manufacturing and logistics. Dr. Liang's research focuses on visual retailing, digital commerce, and multi-channel retail strategies. Her research explores how consumer traits like gender, ethnicity, and fashion interest influence visual attention in advertisements, leveraging eye-tracking technology. She has also studied pandemic-era consumer behavior, including DIY face mask production and remote work attire preferences. Awards: ITAA Paper of Distinction Award (2021), ACRA Best Track Paper Award (2022), and 2nd place in ITAA Best Paper Award (2017). Grants: Principal investigator for initiatives such as the Technology and Leadership Education Network for Texas Students ($50,000, 2024–2026) and COUTURE research grants ($7,000+). Service: Co-chair of ITAA's Sustainability/Social Responsibility track and reviewer for journals like Marketing Intelligence and Planning and BMC Psychology . Her work bridges technological innovation with consumer insights, contributing to sustainable retail practices and digital transformation in fashion industries.