Andrea Appolloni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Law, University of Rome Tor Vergata. His academic career focuses on Management with emphasis on Sustainable Supply Chain Management , Digital Transformation , and Circular Economy . His research explores the intersection of technological innovation and sustainability, particularly through topics like AI in Logistics , Green Procurement , and Policy Optimization . Publications span both theoretical frameworks and empirical studies in China, Italy, and Malaysia, with a strong focus on environmental impact and organizational performance. Recent work includes digital twin applications for human-AI collaboration, blockchain integration in sustainable supply chains, and analyzing barriers to circular economy adoption. His 15 most recent articles (2025-2022) demonstrate a trend toward combining Artificial Intelligence , Operations Management , and Environmental Governance .
Jungbae Kim is a Full-time Assistant Professor of Accounting and Lee Kong Chian Fellow at the School of Accountancy, Singapore Management University. His research spans accounting oversight, political economy, environmental reporting, and household finance, with a focus on regulatory impacts and sustainability. PhD in Accounting, New York University (2020) MPHIL in Accounting, New York University (2019) MS in Accounting, Seoul National University (2015) BA in Business Administration/Economics, Seoul National University (2013) Kim's work explores how public audit oversight (e.g., PCAOB inspections) influences corporate innovation and risk management, while also analyzing political economy dynamics in government connections and corporate disclosures. His environmental reporting research examines sustainability practices, particularly in supply chains. Recent publications highlight trends in corporate governance, audit quality, and behavioral economics. Awards include the Most Promising Researcher (2022) and Samsung PhD Fellowship (2015–2020). Kim actively contributes to academic service as a reviewer for major accounting conferences.
Donatella Strangio serves as Professor of Economic History and Director of the Department of Methods and Models for the Economy, Territory and Finance (Memotef) at Sapienza University of Rome. She also holds the position of Deputy Rector for Chile and Brazil in the Latin America and Caribbean region. Her academic leadership extends to directing international research projects including the European Project PNRR Changes 5 and the Jean Monnet Project EUMCHA. Her research spans economic development and underdevelopment, financial history, tourism economics, international migration patterns, and colonial-decolonization processes. She examines these topics through historical lenses, particularly focusing on pre-industrial economic systems, 20th century European history, famines, food policies, and institutional evolution. Her work often bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy challenges. Professor Strangio's recent publications demonstrate strong thematic coherence across economic history, with particular emphasis on resilience mechanisms during crises, migration as knowledge transmission, and tourism's economic dimensions. Her scholarship shows consistent engagement with both Italian and global contexts, especially regarding Mediterranean and Latin American connections. She actively mentors through multiple master's programs including the Master in Migration and Development and the Master in Tourism Economics and Management. Her leadership in the Civis short-term courses on Crisis Sustainability and Cultural Heritage Enhancement demonstrates commitment to innovative teaching approaches. Professor Strangio directs significant research initiatives including the Spoke9 of PNRR Cultural Heritage and coordinates the Scientific Guarantee Committee for the 'Repertory of Italian banks from 1861 to today.' Her international collaborations span Columbia University, Universidad de Quilmes, University of Adelaide, London School of Economics, and numerous Latin American institutions.
Peter Kenning is Professor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, where he has held the Chair of Business Administration since 2014. Previously, from 2007 to 2014, he was Chair of Marketing at Zeppelin University (ZU). He earned both his doctorate and habilitation in business administration from the University of Münster. Professor Kenning's research spans consumer neuroscience, neuroeconomics, and quantitative marketing research, with particular emphasis on the neural processes underlying consumer decision-making. His work bridges marketing theory and neuroscience, employing methodologies such as fMRI and fNIRS to investigate consumer responses to marketing stimuli. He has authored influential textbooks including 'Consumer Neuroscience - a transdisciplinary textbook' (2020) and 'An Integrative Guide to Consumer Neuroscience' (2022), which have helped define and advance the field. His recent publications demonstrate a significant shift toward examining digital marketing phenomena including dark patterns, chatbot interactions, and location-based retail applications. His research increasingly addresses sustainability issues in consumption and the ethical implications of marketing practices, reflecting a growing concern with responsible consumer behavior and evidence-based consumer policy. As an active contributor to consumer policy discussions, Professor Kenning has served on the Expert Council for Consumer Affairs of the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection, contributing to reports on social inequality, sustainable consumption, and digital consumer protection. His policy-relevant research demonstrates his commitment to applying academic insights to real-world consumer issues. His work with the Scientific Advisory Board of the BMELV has focused on sustainable consumption patterns and methods for promoting more responsible consumer behavior. He regularly presents his work at international conferences and collaborates with researchers across Europe and North America, contributing to the global advancement of consumer neuroscience as an interdisciplinary field.
Ritika Jain is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Development Studies (CDS), Trivandrum, specializing in empirical industrial organization and public policy in India. Her research focuses on state-owned enterprises, disinvestment, innovation, employment dynamics, and gender diversity in firms, with significant contributions to understanding India's economic landscape. Education: PhD in Development Studies from Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai (2016) MSc in Economics from Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai (2009) BSc in Economics from University of Calcutta, Kolkata (2007) Research Focus: Dr. Jain's work bridges Politics and Development, Industry and Trade, Innovation and Technology, and Labour Economics. She employs rigorous empirical methods to analyze how government policies interact with firm behavior, particularly examining disinvestment impacts on public sector enterprises and the effects of digital technologies on female employment. Her recent research explores gender diversity and reservation policies in Indian corporate settings. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2020-2024) reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) ICT's impact on female labor participation and digital divides, (2) Infrastructure-crime-economic development linkages in rural India, and (3) Pandemic policy responses and economic resilience. Her work consistently applies Indian context to broader economic theories. Scientific Recognition: CDS Prize for best Assistant Professor (2019-2021 & 2021-2023) “Her Research, Our Future” award by Springer Nature India (2024) Best paper award at SEBI-NISM Research Conference (2021) Academic Contributions: Currently teaching Microeconomics and Industrial Organization, Dr. Jain maintains active research collaborations reflected in co-authored publications with scholars like Tirtha Chatterjee and Shreya Biswas. Her work appears in high-impact journals including Economic Systems , Journal of Quantitative Economics , and International Labour Review , demonstrating sustained scholarly productivity since her 2015 faculty appointment.
Professor Jason Chuah (PhD, FRSA) is a leading academic in Commercial and Maritime Law at City, University of London (fractional basis since 2023) and holds a Chair at the University of Malaya, Malaysia. He has served as Head of Department and currently directs the London Universities Maritime Law and Policy Group. His career spans adjunct professorships at institutions in Canada, Sweden, Singapore, and 8 other countries. His research focuses on Maritime Law , Energy Law , Project Finance , Cybersecurity in Shipping , and Green Finance . He has contributed to landmark publications including the ICC-ECCO International Good Practice Guide for Offsets and advised on legislative frameworks for seafarer protections cited in the UK Queen’s Speech 2022. His 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveal trends at the intersection of AI in Maritime Trade , Blockchain-based Commerce , and Environmental Compliance . Articles frequently address Autonomous Shipping , Cybersecurity Risks for Offshore Units , and Modernization of Trade Instruments . Scientific recognition includes: Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Award Clive Schmitthoff Commercial Law Prize Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts Nomination for Oxford University Press Best Law Teacher Award (x3) He supervises 18 PhD students in topics ranging from Autonomous Shipping Regulation to Cryptoasset Money Laundering . His professional activities include editorial board roles at 5 journals and peer review for the Arts and Humanities Research Council, Polish National Science Centre, and South Africa National Research Foundation.
Simon Deakin is a Professor of Law at the University of Cambridge and Director of the Centre for Business Research (CBR) . He is a Fellow of Peterhouse and contributes to law and economics , empirical legal studies , and labour law . Education : M.A., Ph.D. (Cantab.), Ph.D. (h.c.) (Louvain-la-Neuve) His research focuses on labour law , law and technology , and corporate governance , with datasets like the CBR Labour Regulation Index and Platform Work Index covering 117+ countries. He has conducted fieldwork in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Key publications include Is Law Computable? (2022) and The Law of the Labour Market (2005). Recent work explores AI's legal implications and labour law's economic impact , funded by DIGIT and ESRC . He edits the Industrial Law Journal and Cambridge Journal of Economics . Scientific Awards : Fellow of the British Academy (2005) Honorary Doctorate, Catholic University of Louvain (2012) ECGI and Allen & Overy Prizes for Corporate Governance Research He leads projects like the Global Comparison of Legal Protections for Platform Workers under Digital Futures at Work (Digit) , collaborating with institutions like the International Labour Organization (ILO) and British Department of Business and Trade .
Dr. Sotirios Varelas serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Tourism Studies within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus. His academic specialization focuses on Hospitality Business and Tourism Organization Strategy, where he contributes significantly to both undergraduate and postgraduate education through courses spanning tourism geography, international tourism markets, tourism development strategies, and strategic management of tourism businesses. Department of Tourism Studies, University of Piraeus School of Economics, Business and International Studies Teaches in Tourism Management programs at University of Piraeus and Hellenic Open University Student internship coordinator and academic advisors coordinator President of the Board of Directors of the Greek Branch of IFITT (World Organization for Technology in Tourism and Travel) Dr. Varelas's research interests center around strategic management in tourism, digital transformation in the hospitality industry, sustainable tourism practices, and innovative approaches to destination marketing. His scholarly work explores how emerging technologies like blockchain, big data analytics, and virtual reality platforms can revolutionize tourism enterprises and destinations. He has extensively studied the impact of economic crises on Greek hospitality businesses and developed strategic frameworks for tourism organizations to navigate challenging market conditions. His research portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on strategic approaches to tourism development, with particular attention to sustainable indicators, performance measurement, and the integration of technology in tourism enterprises. Dr. Varelas's publications reveal an evolving research trajectory that increasingly incorporates digital innovation and sustainability metrics into traditional tourism management frameworks. Creator and coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Tourism Business Administration Founder of the International Tourism Research Center of Neapolis University Former scientific consultant at the Ministry of Tourism, Hellenic Tourism Organization, and Peloponnese Region Collaborator with multiple research centers including the Institute of Regional Development and ELKE of the University of Peloponnese With over 12 years of professional experience as a scientific consultant in tourism organizations and as the creator of a virtual tourism startup company, Dr. Varelas brings practical industry insights to his academic work. His engagement with professional organizations and his role in connecting academic knowledge with industry practice demonstrate his commitment to advancing tourism education and practice in Greece and internationally.
Prof. Dr. Lutz Kaufmann holds the Chair for B2B Negotiations & Procurement I at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany. His work focuses on international management, procurement, and behavioral supply chain dynamics, with extensive publications on strategic sourcing, balanced scorecards, and cross-cultural business negotiations. Research Interests He investigates Business Negotiations , Dishonesty in B2B Relationships , Behavioral Management , B2B Marketing , and Strategic Procurement . His research combines empirical studies with practical applications, emphasizing decision-making biases, supplier relationship management, and emerging market operations. Academic Contributions His recent publications analyze judgment biases in supply management, electronic reverse auctions, and strategic frameworks for international expansion. Over 15+ articles span journals like Journal of Supply Chain Management , Journal of Operations Management , and International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management . 2024 Best Paper Award (Journal of Supply Chain Management) 2021 AoM Distinguished Scholar Award Multiple CSCMP/IPSERA Doctoral Dissertation Awards for supervisees Teaching & Leadership He teaches qualitative research methods and negotiation skills, with consistent Best Teacher Awards (2006–2023). As Daniela und Jürgen Westphal Foundation Trustee , he mentors students and researchers globally.
Guido Ferrarini serves as Professor of Business Law and Capital Markets Law at the University of Genoa's Department of Law and directs the Centre for Law and Finance. He has held visiting professorships at Bonn, Frankfurt, Ghent, Hamburg, LSE, UCL, Tilburg, Duisenberg, Columbia, NYU, and Stanford, teaching comparative corporate governance and financial regulation. His academic credentials include: Law degree from Genoa Law School (1972) LL.M. from Yale Law School (1978) Dr. jur. h.c. from Ghent University (2009) Ferrarini's research centers on financial markets law, corporate law, business regulation, and executive remuneration, with increasing focus on ESG integration and sustainable finance. His work critically examines corporate purpose, stakeholder governance, and regulatory frameworks across banking, digital assets, and shareholder rights. He employs comparative legal analysis to address tensions between financial innovation and market stability. His 15 most recent publications (2020-2024) reveal three dominant trends: (1) ESG-driven evolution of executive compensation structures, (2) regulatory responses to digital finance (notably MiCA), and (3) reconceptualization of corporate purpose beyond shareholder primacy. These works consistently bridge theoretical governance models with practical regulatory implementation across European jurisdictions. His scientific recognition includes: Dr. jur. h.c. from Ghent University (2009) Professor Ferrarini maintains significant industry engagement as Board member of Banca Passadore & C. s.p.a. and Chairman of Epic s.p.a. His prior advisory roles encompass the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC), Italian Stock Exchange Corporate Governance Committee, EuroTLX SIM S.p.A. (Chairman), and directorships at Atlantia and Telecom Italia. This practical experience directly informs his regulatory scholarship. He leads the Centre for Law and Finance at the University of Genoa, fostering interdisciplinary research on financial regulation and corporate governance through collaborations with European institutions and regulatory bodies.
Dan Awrey is Professor of Law at Cornell Law School, Cornell University, since July 2019. His research and teaching focus on financial regulation, particularly banks, investment funds, derivatives markets, and financial market infrastructure. He has advised the Bank for International Settlements, HM Treasury, UK Financial Conduct Authority, and other major organizations. Awrey is a founding co-managing editor of the Journal of Financial Regulation (Oxford University Press). Awrey's scholarly work centers on financial regulation, with specific expertise in bank regulation, securities regulation, financial institutions, and financial market infrastructure. His research explores the interplay between law and finance, addressing how regulatory frameworks can effectively manage risks and foster innovation in modern financial markets. He is particularly interested in the regulatory challenges posed by technological advancements. Awrey's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on the impact of technology on financial regulation. Key themes include payment network governance, the unbundling of banking services, open finance, and the future of money. His work consistently analyzes how regulatory structures can adapt to innovation while maintaining stability and protecting consumers, reflecting a forward-looking approach to financial regulation.
Jannis Angelis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Economics and Management (Indek), Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), with a focus on interdisciplinary research bridging technology and management. His educational background includes a PhD in Operations Management from the University of Cambridge, MPhil in Political Economy from Cambridge, MA in China Studies from SOAS, Certificate in Medical Innovation from Oxford, and MSc in International Relations from Stockholm University. His research explores operational flexibility, digital transformation, and sustainable competitiveness across industries. Key themes include: Blockchain 4.0 for value-added services in business ecosystems Strategies to manage EV battery material scarcity via circular economy Data-driven performance management in healthcare and pandemic scenarios Lean operations and servitization in knowledge-intensive sectors His work has been supported by a Vinnova-funded project on blockchain in automotive sectors and collaborations with organizations like Cling Systems and William Bergh. He has supervised nine PhD students and 400+ student projects. Scientific awards include: Shingo Prize for Lean and Operational Excellence Skinner Best Paper Award Voss Best Paper Award Recent publications analyze blockchain applications, circular supply chains, and AI-driven management systems, reflecting his commitment to advancing digital and sustainable operational frameworks.
Trisha Rajput is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business, Economics and Law , University of Gothenburg , where she teaches international trade law to both law and management students. Her research focuses on international economic law, with particular emphasis on trade facilitation, global value chains and the intersection of law and digital technology in international commerce. Education Doctor of Laws (PhD), University of Leeds, UK – thesis on WTO coordination with non-WTO regimes in public international law. LL.M. in European and International Business Law, University of Leeds, UK. LL.B., India – prior lecturing experience at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law. Research Interests Dr Rajput’s work lies at the nexus of international trade law , public international law and emerging digital technologies . Current projects investigate how digital infrastructures—ranging from AI-based transport systems to blockchain-enabled single-window environments—can enhance supply-chain finance for SMEs along the China-Europe railway corridors. Her scholarship also critically examines normative conflicts between WTO rules and other specialist international regimes. Publications Overview Spanning 2013-2024, her publications reveal a consistent focus on (i) trade-facilitation mechanisms (single-window reforms, paperless trade initiatives), (ii) regulation of risk in multimodal transport, and (iii) technology governance such as AI transparency in customs and blockchain adoption in export-oriented firms. Collaborative work with scholars from law, logistics and management disciplines underlines an interdisciplinary approach. Research Funding & Projects European Union funded project on trade facilitation and global value chains. Principal investigator, “Role of Digital Infrastructures in Financing SMEs” (2019-2022). Co-investigator, “Transition to AI-based Transport Systems” (2020-2021). Contact & Location Room C620, Department of Law, Vasagatan 1, SE-411 24 Göteborg, Sweden. Email: trisha.rajput@law.gu.se
Andreas Weber is an Associate Professor at the University of Twente's Digital Society Institute , specializing in the Knowledge, Transformation & Society (KiTeS) research group . His work examines the long-term historical and global relationship between Science, Technology, and Society , with particular focus on colonial histories of natural history, chemistry, and sustainability , as well as computational technologies for contextualizing digitized archives . He leads the HAICu project (2023–2029) on digital cultural heritage and coordinates STS PhD training for the Netherlands Graduate Research School (2019–2024). MA & PhD in History (2005 & 2012), Leiden University Assistant Professor (2017–2023), University of Twente Andreas' research integrates digital humanities with colonial science history , emphasizing global histories of minerals , digital humanism , and AI's societal context . His 15 most recent publications (2016–2025) explore topics like colonial bias in natural history collections , FAIR data implementation , and semantic annotation of handwritten archives , spanning disciplines from history of science to computer science and museum studies . He has received 7 scientific awards , including multiple Best Teacher Awards (2020–2023) and the IEEE eScience Best Poster Award (2018). Andreas supervises PhD and postdoctoral projects while engaging in media commentary on colonial heritage issues and co-organizing international conferences like Hydrogen Pasts and Futures (2024).
Heidi Maija Wilhelmiina Lammassaari serves as Doctoral Researcher and Project Manager within the Research Group for Educational Psychology at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Behavioral Sciences, actively contributing to innovation initiatives through the Doctoral Programme in Cognition, Learning, Instruction and Communication. Education: Master's in Educational Psychology (KM) from LO Her research examines the intersection of teacher cognition and modern educational challenges, with particular expertise in epistemic belief systems, digital competency development (especially practical and algorithmic ICT skills), and cross-cultural well-being frameworks. She investigates how teachers' theoretical understanding shapes classroom practices across diverse sociocultural contexts, while simultaneously exploring interventions for enhancing financial literacy among youth in digital consumer societies through projects like DigiConsum. Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory emphasizing methodologically rigorous cross-national comparisons, with growing attention to mixed-reality learning environments and job-crafting strategies that optimize educator engagement. Her work consistently bridges theoretical educational psychology with practical innovation in teacher training. Grant Leadership: Helsinki Innovation Hub (2024-2026): Developing collaborative innovation ecosystems in education DigiConsum (2022-2025): Strategic Research Council-funded project improving youth financial skills in digital consumer society Uutta Luova Opettajankoulutus (2018-2019): Creative teacher education development Yrityselämän nuoret sukupolvet (2016-2017): Business life generational study (as Project Manager) She actively participates in the Helsinki Education Hub network, fostering connections between academic research, educational policy, and technological innovation through regular seminars and conference presentations across Nordic and international venues.
