Dr Alvin Tan is a Lecturer in the School of Advertising, Marketing & PR at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). His research focuses on SME internationalisation, export readiness, and managerial decision-making in cross-border contexts. He holds a PhD in International Business from the University of Queensland (2012) and has over a decade of academic experience, including roles in teaching units like AMB110 Internationalisation. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (International Business), University of Queensland (2012) Bachelor of Business (Honours), Queensland University of Technology Bachelor of Commerce (International Business), University of Tasmania Research Interests: Small-medium enterprise internationalisation drivers, export decision rigidity, managerial commitment in export strategies, and inward internationalisation dynamics. His work emphasizes the pre-internationalisation phase and has contributed to frameworks like the export readiness index. Awards: QUT Vice Chancellor's Performance Award for Teaching Excellence (2008) Accredited Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Teaching and Supervision: Specializes in global business strategy, international marketing, and supervises postgraduate students on SME internationalisation topics.
Chad E. Hart is a Professor in the Department of Economics at Iowa State University (ISU), specializing in agricultural economics and international trade policy. His research focuses on WTO agricultural commitments, crop insurance, biofuel policy, and commodity market dynamics. Hart holds a Ph.D. (1999) and B.S. (1991) in economics from ISU and Southwest Missouri State University, respectively. He has served in roles at ISU’s Center for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD) and the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI), examining trade policies and energy-agriculture intersections. Hart has received notable awards, including the CALS Dean’s Citation (2020) and Exemplary Faculty Mentor Award (2016). His work bridges academic research and practical extension, addressing issues like trade disputes, commodity pricing, and agricultural sustainability. Hart’s insights frequently inform USDA outlook reports and policy analyses, with a focus on Iowa’s agricultural economy. Labs/Teams: Active in CARD and FAPRI, contributing to interdisciplinary research on agricultural policy and market dynamics.
Charles Rahal is an Associate Professor in Data Science and Informatics at the University of Oxford, with additional affiliations as an Associate Member of Nuffield College and Researcher at the Gradel Institute, New College. He serves as a Co-Investigator at the ESRC Centre for Care and sits on the Steering Group of Reproducible Research Oxford. His academic career includes previous roles as a Senior Departmental Research Lecturer at the Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science and a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow. Dr. Rahal completed his PhD in 2016 and has established himself as a prominent social science methodologist and applied social data scientist with expertise in high-dimensional econometrics. His research spans multiple domains, focusing particularly on unique Big Data origination processes and their relationship to social inequality, mobility, and stratification. He is deeply engaged in machine learning methods, civic technology, spatial and time series econometrics, model uncertainty, and scientometrics. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward computational social science, with significant contributions to understanding prediction limits, pandemic impacts, healthcare systems, and environmental sustainability. The articles demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach, bridging traditional social science with cutting-edge computational methods, particularly in the analysis of large-scale datasets and development of novel metrics like the InterModel Vigorish for model comparison. Dr. Rahal is actively involved in teaching and mentoring, co-convening courses in Demographic Analysis, Life Course Research, and the Oxford Partner site of the Summer Institute in Computational Social Sciences. He has developed workshops on machine learning, command line interfaces, and LaTeX, reflecting his commitment to methodological training in social science. He leads the Metrics and Models lab and maintains several open-source projects including the GWAS Diversity Monitor and RobustiPy. His editorial roles include Associate Editor-in-Chief at the Journal of Social Computing and Associate Editor at ACM Transactions on Social Computing, highlighting his influence in shaping computational social science methodology.
Timo Minssen is Professor of Law at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) and the Founding Director of UCPH's Center for Advanced Studies in Bioscience Innovation Law (CeBIL). He also holds affiliations as an LML Research Affiliate at the University of Cambridge and an Inter-CeBIL Research Affiliate at Harvard Law School's Petrie-Flom Centre. With extensive expertise in Intellectual Property, Competition, and Regulatory Law, Minssen focuses on the legal aspects of emerging health and life science technologies, including genome editing, big data, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology. His educational background includes a German law degree (Staatsexamen) from Georg-August-University in Göttingen, and Swedish biotech & IPR related LL.M., LL.Lic., and LL.D. degrees from Lund University and Uppsala University. His PhD thesis on the patentability of biopharmaceutical technology in the US & Europe received the prestigious Swedish King Oscar award. 2024: TUM Global Visiting Professor, Technical University of Munich (Germany) 2016: Visiting Research Fellow, University of Cambridge (UK) 2014: Visiting Research Fellow, University of Oxford (UK) 2013-14: Visiting Scholar, Harvard Law School (US) 2012: LL.D. - Doctor of Laws (Swedish "juris doktor"), EU/US patent law, Lund University, Sweden Minssen's research spans AI & Big Data in Health & Life Sciences, Sustainable and responsible innovation & tech transfer, Pharmaceutical-, Life Science- & Biotech Law, Comparative European & US Patent Law, Intellectual Property Law & Open Innovation, and EU Competition- & US Antitrust Law. His work addresses legal issues throughout the lifecycle of health and life science products and processes, from R&D regulation to technology transfer and commercialization. His extensive publication record includes 7 books and over 200 articles and book chapters published in leading journals such as Science, Nature Biotechnology, JAMA, and Harvard Business Review. His research has been featured in The Economist, Financial Times, and other major media outlets. Minssen's recent work shows a strong focus on AI regulation, quantum technology law, and data governance in health contexts, reflecting the evolving landscape of technology and law. Scientific Awards and Recognition King Oscar award for best Jur. Dr. thesis (2014) Jorcks Fonds Forsknings Pris (Jorck's Foundation Research Prize) (2017) Awapatent Research Prize (2009) Max Planck Research Scholarship (2005) Visiting Scholar appointments at Harvard Law School, University of Oxford, and University of Cambridge Recipient of a Novo Nordisk Foundation Grant for a "Collaborative Research Program in Biomedical Innovation Law" (2018) As an advisor, Minssen serves international organizations including the WHO, WIPO, and EU Commission. He has supervised numerous PhD students in areas including pharmaceutical law, biotechnology patents, and antimicrobial resistance. His current research projects include the Novo Nordisk Foundation's International Collaborative Bioscience Innovation & Law (Inter-CeBIL) Programme (50 million DKK), CLASSICA: EU Horizon Project on AI-assisted surgery, and AI@Care: Law and Ethics and Algorithmic Bias in Healthcare. Minssen leads the Center for Advanced Studies in Bioscience Innovation Law (CeBIL), which serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research on the intersection of law, technology, and innovation in the health and life sciences. The center collaborates with institutions worldwide to address pressing legal challenges in emerging technologies.
Dr. Richard Culas is an Associate Professor in Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness at Charles Sturt University's School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences. He holds degrees from the University of Peradeniya (BScAgr), Norwegian University of Life Sciences (MScAgEcon), Norwegian School of Economics (MEcon), and the University of Sydney (PhD). His expertise spans teaching, research, and advisory roles, including external PhD examining and peer-reviewing for 20+ journals. Dr. Culas' research focuses on agricultural economics, environmental economics, development economics, and agribusiness management. He has led and contributed to projects funded by ACIAR, Hort Innovation Australia, and the Soil CRC, totaling ~A$7.5m. Key projects include assessing organic fertilizer benefits and regenerative agriculture's socioeconomic impacts. His work addresses global challenges such as water resource management, climate-smart agriculture, and sustainable farming practices. He has published extensively in journals like Agricultural Systems , Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics , and Sustainability . Notable achievements include the Emerald Literati Award for Outstanding Reviewer (2018) and a team award for Research Excellence (2016). He has also contributed to curriculum development for Charles Sturt's Master of Agriculture program. His research and advisory roles include leadership in soil health projects, groundwater management in Pakistan, and value chain analyses in Bangladesh and Nepal. Dr. Culas collaborates internationally on climate adaptation strategies, trade policies, and food security initiatives, reflecting his commitment to bridging academic research with real-world agricultural challenges.
Professor Chee Yew Wong is a leading academic in supply chain management at Leeds University Business School (LUBS), where he holds the position of Professor and serves as Director for Research & Innovation in the Analytics, Technology and Operations department. He previously held a Chair in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Hull University Business School and has served as a visiting professor in Thailand and China. His work bridges academia and industry, with over nine years of professional experience in operations and supply chain roles across multinational corporations and SMEs. His educational background includes a PhD in Supply Chain Management from Aalborg University, Denmark; an MSc in Manufacturing Management from Linköping University, Sweden; a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Technology, Malaysia; and a PG Certificate in Higher Education from Hull University, UK. Professor Wong's research centers on intelligent, responsible, and sustainable solutions for global supply chains. Key interests include digital supply chains, supply chain analytics, green logistics, human rights in supply chains, resilience, and circular economy models. He leverages technologies such as blockchain, machine learning, and IoT to enhance transparency, integration, and performance in complex supply networks. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward digital transformation, sustainability, and ethical governance in supply chains. His work increasingly emphasizes data-driven decision-making, environmental and social risk assessment, and the role of technology in enabling responsible global sourcing. Many projects focus on real-world applications in industries such as healthcare, fashion, retail, and manufacturing, often through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with industry leaders. Best Reviewer Award, Operations and Supply Chain Management Division, Academy of Management Conference, Chicago, USA (2018) Prof. Xiande Zhao's Best Paper Award, International Conference on Operations and Supply Chain Management, Kaifeng, China (2017) Finalist for the Jack Meredith Best Paper Award, Academy of Management Conference, Anaheim, USA (2016) Emerald Best Paper Award, Supply Chain Management: an International Journal (2006) Professor Wong has successfully supervised 10 PhD students and 4 post-doctoral researchers, and has examined over 15 PhD dissertations internationally. He leads multiple research grants, including projects funded by Innovate UK, UKRI, ESRC, and the British Council, focusing on digital transformation, human rights, and green supply chain innovation. His collaborations span academia, government, and industry, demonstrating a strong commitment to impactful, applied research. He is actively involved in the Centre for Operations and Supply Chain Research, the Adaptation Information Management and Technology group, and the Centre for Decision Research at LUBS. These research groups support interdisciplinary work in analytics, digital technologies, and sustainable operations, fostering innovation and knowledge exchange across sectors.
Dr. Florian Egli is an Assistant Professor and head of the Public Policy for the Green Transition group at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He holds a PhD from ETH Zurich's Energy and Technology Policy Group and has been affiliated with institutions like the Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (UCL) and the Swiss Young Academy. His research focuses on the intersection of finance and political economy in addressing climate change, emphasizing sustainable transitions and energy policy. Education: PhD in Energy Policy from ETH Zurich Senior Researcher and Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Energy and Technology Policy Group Research Interests: Florian investigates how financial mechanisms and political strategies drive the green transition. Key areas include renewable energy financing, climate policy implementation, and the political economy of fossil fuel phase-outs. His work bridges academic research with policy impact, often addressing global challenges like green hydrogen trade and energy equity in developing regions. Recent Article Trends: His publications analyze cost competitiveness of green technologies (e.g., African green hydrogen), financing barriers in energy transitions, and policy frameworks for equitable climate action. These studies highlight the need for de-risking policies and strategic investment to achieve sustainability targets. Awards: ETH Medal for Outstanding Doctoral Theses SAEE Best Dissertation Award University of St. Gallen Impact Award Financial Times Best Academic Research with Societal Impact Award Advising & Grants: As group head, Florian oversees research on green industrial policy and climate finance. He collaborates with international bodies like the OECD and IRENA, advising on energy transition strategies. His work includes policy briefs on electrification in Africa and de-risking renewable investments. Labs & Teams: Leads the Public Policy for the Green Transition group at TUM, fostering interdisciplinary research on sustainable finance, energy policy, and climate governance.
Associate Professor Peter Pugsley is affiliated with the University of Adelaide's School of Humanities, within the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics. He holds the position of Associate Professor and previously served as Head of the Department of Media. His research focuses on Asian cinema, global cinema trends, popular culture, and media systems, with notable publications on Japanese high school films, cross-cultural cinematic exchanges, and Asian media policy. He teaches courses such as Asian Film Studies and Screenwriting, and has supervised numerous PhD/Masters candidates. He currently serves as President of the Screen Studies Association of Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand (SSAAANZ). Research Interests: Asian film aesthetics, cross-cultural media interactions, television studies, cultural policy, and Australia-Asia relations. His work spans Indian, Malaysian, Hong Kong, Singaporean, and Chinese media, including analyses of TV, film, and social media. Publications: His 15 most recent works (2023-2010) explore topics like East Asian calligraphy in cinema, French-Japanese film exchanges, and gender discourses in Tamil cinema. These contributions highlight transnational film dynamics, cultural symbolism, and media's role in shaping identity. Professional Activities: He has taught abroad at Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto) and contributes to community radio. His leadership in SSAAANZ underscores his influence in screen studies. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his prolific publication record reflects academic recognition. Advising & Grants: Supervises multiple graduate students on film and media topics. His teaching spans film theory, screenwriting, and global cinema approaches, reflecting his commitment to both research and pedagogy.
Hans van Ees is a Professor of Corporate Governance and Institutions at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen, where he is affiliated with the Global Economics & Management department. His research focuses on corporate governance systems, executive compensation practices, and the influence of formal and informal institutions on corporate behavior. He maintains an active role in the academic and professional corporate governance community through editorial work and visiting professorships. Professor van Ees' research interests span several key areas in corporate governance. His work examines board diversity, executive compensation structures, corporate bribery, stewardship governance, and the evolving role of boards in corporate purpose and strategy. His approach combines theoretical frameworks with empirical analyses, particularly focusing on Dutch corporate contexts while maintaining international relevance. His research often takes a multilevel perspective, considering firm, industry, and macro environmental factors that shape governance practices. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on systematic reviews and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding boardroom dynamics. He has produced significant work on board diversity, examining both its antecedents and consequences through comprehensive literature reviews. His research also explores the relationship between CEO career horizons and corporate bribery, directors' digital expertise, and the transition from ambivalence to stewardship commitment in governance practices. These works collectively highlight trends toward more integrated, behaviorally informed approaches to corporate governance that consider both institutional contexts and individual decision-making processes. Professor van Ees serves on the Editorial Board of European Management Review and the Board of Jaarboek Corporate Governance. He is also a Visiting Professor at LUISS University in Rome and regularly contributes to corporate governance workshops including the Eden Workshop on Corporate Governance at the European Institute for Advanced Studies in Management. His expertise is frequently sought by media outlets, as evidenced by his expert commentary in popular press on corporate governance issues. In addition to his academic work, Professor van Ees has been actively involved in corporate governance education through the MBA and Executive Programs at the Faculty of Economics and Business. He has also contributed to governance capacity building in international contexts, including work with the Institute of Social Studies in Paramaribo, Surinam, in cooperation with Maastricht School of Management.
Prof. Florian Egli is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), affiliated with the TUM School of Social Sciences and Technology. His research focuses on public policy for the green transition, climate finance, and labor market impacts of energy transitions. He examines topics such as green hydrogen trade, renewable energy investment risks, and fossil fuel phaseout politics. His work bridges academia and policy, addressing challenges like financing Africa’s energy transition, managing trade-offs in electric vehicle policies, and quantifying climate finance needs in developing nations. He critiques energy system models for oversimplifying financial dynamics and advocates for evidence-based policy design. Recent articles highlight themes like green industrial policy frameworks, labor market adaptation to low-carbon economies, and the geopolitical implications of renewable energy exports. Egli’s research emphasizes practical solutions to political and financial barriers in achieving global climate goals. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. He advises no students or teams in the given data.
Tamara Artacker is a Researcher at the Institute of Social Ecology within the Department of Economics and Social Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Based in Vienna at Schottenfeldgasse 29, she has been actively contributing to the field since 2019, following the completion of her MA in International Development Studies from the University of Vienna in 2017. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy implications, particularly focused on Latin America and global environmental challenges. Artacker's educational background in International Development Studies has shaped her interdisciplinary approach to examining the complex relationships between society, environment, and economic systems. Her research spans multiple interconnected domains that address critical contemporary challenges facing communities worldwide. Her research interests center on political ecology, food sovereignty, ecofeminism, and sustainable agricultural systems. Artacker critically examines the structural inequalities embedded in global food systems, the impacts of climate change on agricultural communities, and the tensions between economic development models and ecological sustainability. Her work consistently highlights how extractive agricultural practices intersect with social injustices, particularly affecting vulnerable populations. She explores alternative models that prioritize community resilience, ecological balance, and social equity, with particular attention to the Global South and Latin American contexts. Artacker's extensive publication record reveals a strong focus on the intersections between environmental policy, agricultural practices, and social justice. Her research demonstrates consistent engagement with contemporary crises including the pandemic's impact on food systems, geopolitical conflicts affecting global food security, and the complex challenges of transitioning toward sustainable agricultural models. She has developed particular expertise in analyzing Ecuadorian agricultural policies and their implications for food sovereignty, while also examining broader regional and global patterns. As an active academic, Artacker regularly presents her research at international conferences and engages with diverse audiences through invited keynote speeches. Her work demonstrates a commitment to knowledge transfer beyond academic circles, with presentations addressing policymakers, practitioners, and community organizations working on food sovereignty and environmental justice issues.
Lorenzo Bruno Prataviera is a Tenure Track Researcher (Ricercatore) in the Department of Management at the University of Verona since October 2024. Previously, he served as Senior Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management (until September 2024), where he also acted as Deputy Director of the Master's program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. He holds a PhD in Management Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2020) and was a Visiting PhD Scholar at Lund University’s Department of Logistics in Sweden. His research focuses on global supply chain design, sustainability, resilience, and the interplay between logistics and legal/tax frameworks. He has published in top-tier journals like Journal of Business Logistics (ABS 3), Supply Chain Management: An International Journal (ABS 3), and Business Strategy and the Environment (ABS 3). He leads the SHIELD project (2024–present), exploring digital advancements for sustainable and human-centric logistics. His work emphasizes circular economy principles, resilience strategies, and supply chain finance. He has also earned the Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) qualification in 2023, reflecting his commitment to educational excellence. Teaching: He teaches modules on supply chain design, logistics strategy, and qualitative research methods at the University of Verona’s Master’s programs in Supply Chain Management and Marketing/Corporate Communication. Third Mission: Engaged in public engagement and professional training programs, including initiatives related to supply chain sustainability and resilience. Research Groups: Part of the Logistics and Supply Chain Management group, which investigates innovative strategies for sustainability, circular economy, and resilience through interdisciplinary approaches. His research bridges academic theory and industry practice, addressing challenges such as tax optimization in global networks, post-pandemic resilience, and green logistics adoption. He collaborates with international institutions and maintains a strong focus on real-world applications of supply chain solutions.
Scott Singer is a Research Fellow in the Technology and International Affairs Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, focusing on AI development and governance in China. He co-founded the Oxford China Policy Lab and is affiliated with the Oxford Martin School AI Governance Initiative . His research spans U.S.-China AI dynamics, cross-Strait relations, public opinion in technology governance, and UK foreign policy. Education: PhD in International Relations (University of Oxford, ongoing), MPhil with Distinction (University of Oxford), BA in Economics and Fundamentals (University of Chicago). Languages: Mandarin (professional fluency), English, Spanish. His work addresses global AI governance trends, emphasizing balancing development with risk management. Recent publications analyze China's AI ambitions, U.S. state-level AI laws, and frameworks for international AI safety cooperation. Scientific Awards Clarendon Scholar (University of Oxford) Singer’s expertise has been cited in Foreign Policy , Bloomberg , and Lawfare , and he has contributed to UK parliamentary discussions. He previously worked for the U.S. State Department and Senate, with a focus on China-facing policy capabilities.
Dr. Manuel Fierro Calisto is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry at Clemson University, affiliated with the Eukaryotic Pathogens Innovation Center. His research focuses on understanding malaria parasite biology to identify novel antimalarial interventions. He holds a B.S. (2014) and Ph.D. (2020) in Cell Biology from the University of Georgia, followed by postdoctoral training at Iowa State University studying Plasmodium protein export mechanisms. His lab employs advanced molecular tools like proximity labeling and mass spectrometry to characterize host-pathogen interactions during blood-stage infections. Research emphasizes the Plasmodium Translocon of Exported proteins (PTEX) and the EXP2 nutrient pore, exploring their roles in parasite survival and host cell remodeling. Current projects include identifying the exportome of malaria parasites and elucidating EXP2 insertion mechanisms into the parasitophorous vacuole membrane. The lab's work bridges molecular parasitology with translational research for vaccine and drug development. Dr. Fierro's academic journey includes key contributions to understanding merozoite invasion mechanisms, proteolytic cascades during egress, and essential chaperone functions in Plasmodium life cycles. His lab, known as The Fierro Team, collaborates widely and is committed to advancing global health through parasite biology research.
Mads Greaker is a Professor of Economics at Oslo Business School, Oslo Metropolitan University, and affiliated with the Department of Private Law at the University of Oslo. His research focuses on technology policy for the green transition and natural resource management. He currently serves on the Norwegian Procurement Committee, which aims to align public procurement with environmental goals, and has previously participated in the Aquaculture Tax Committee and the Climate Committee for the Fishing Fleet. University: Oslo Metropolitan University School: Oslo Business School Department: Department of Private Law Rank: Professor Research Interests: His work spans environmental economics, climate policy, and the role of technological innovation in reducing ecological footprints. Key areas include renewable energy (biofuels, wind power, electric vehicles), carbon capture and storage (CCS), and sustainable management of fisheries and natural resources. Publication Trends: Recent articles emphasize biofuels in climate goals, CCS policies, electric vehicle integration, and sustainable aquaculture. They reflect interdisciplinary approaches combining economics, regulation, and environmental science to address global and national sustainability challenges. Other Roles: His involvement in high-level committees underscores his influence on policy reform, particularly in aligning economic strategies with climate objectives.
