Michelle Mello is a Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and Professor of Health Policy in Stanford University's Department of Health Policy. She holds a BA from Stanford University, M.Phil from Oxford University, PhD in Health Policy from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and JD from Yale Law School. Her research focuses on empirical investigations at the intersection of law, ethics, and health policy. Dr. Mello's research examines medical liability systems, public health law responses to crises like COVID-19, pharmaceutical regulation, vaccine policies, ethical frameworks for biomedical research, governance of AI in healthcare, and health information privacy protections. Her work spans both theoretical frameworks and practical policy implementations. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on AI governance in healthcare, examining liability frameworks, regulatory compliance, and ethical implementation. Her scholarship consistently addresses systemic challenges in public health infrastructure, judicial impacts on health policy, and equitable access to medical innovations. Awards and Honors: Elected to National Academy of Medicine at age 40 Academic Leadership: Advises PhD student Brian Williams in Health Services Research Executive Committee member for Stanford's Center for Open and Reproducible Science Commissioner for Lancet Commission on Vaccine Refusal, Acceptance, and Demand
Benedict Dellaert is a Professor of Marketing at the Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam. He is a Fellow of ERIM (Erasmus Research Institute of Management) and a research fellow at the Tinbergen Institute. His research focuses on consumer decision-making and consumer-firm interaction, with applications in digital marketing, financial services, healthcare, and travel. He has collaborated with firms like Achmea and APG on projects involving online risk communication and personalized recommendations. Professor Dellaert’s academic journey includes former positions at the University of Sydney, Tilburg University, Maastricht University, and Monash University (Melbourne, fractional). He is also affiliated with the Network for Studies on Pensions, Aging and Retirement (Netspar). His research explores topics like robo-advice regulation, pension risk preferences, and behavioral decision-making. His recent work emphasizes the interplay between algorithm quality and digital choice architecture in financial decisions, as well as the design of interactive tools to support consumer decisions (e.g., the Distribution Builder for pension planning). He has contributed to health-related studies, such as discrete choice experiments for osteoporosis drug treatments and colorectal cancer screening participation. Key themes in his publications include behavioral economics applications, consumer trust in AI-driven systems, and the optimization of recommendation systems. His work often bridges theory and practice, aiming to improve real-world decision-making processes in finance, healthcare, and retail.
Prof. Dr. Domenik Henning Wendt holds the rank of Professor at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with Faculty 3: Business and Law. His expertise spans Civil Law, European Business Law, and European Law, with a focus on Finance Market Law, Robotics and Law, Digitalization of Legal Systems, and Transport Logistics Law. He is a member of the Institute for Contract Design and Conflict Resolution (IVK), Research Lab for Law and Applied Technologies (ReLLaTe), Future Aging Research Center, and Research Lab for Urban Transport (ReLUT). Deputy Director of the Negotiation and Design of Contracts Master program Member of the Examination Board for Business Law Education: Doctorate (2012) from Westphalian Wilhelms University Münster Legal Clerkship in Berlin (2006-2009) LL.M. from University of Münster (2007-2008) Research Interests: His work addresses legal challenges in robotics, digitalization of law, insurance regulation, and transport logistics. He has led studies on climate investment barriers and advised on EU insurance contract law. Recent publications include commentaries on the PRIIP Regulation and European Business Law. Articles Trends: Recent work focuses on regulatory frameworks for financial products, legal tech innovation, and ethical challenges in robotics. Key topics include insurance sales compliance, EU financial regulation, and sustainable investment policies. Awards: Mentored award-winning theses, including the Graduate Prize (Ms. Zentgraf) and Hans-Messer Prize (Ms. Fladung). Advising & Grants: Supervised over 20 theses in his fields. Collaborated with IHK Frankfurt on conflict management studies and led a BMUB-funded climate investment project. Labs/Teams: Active in IVK (conflict resolution), ReLLaTe (legal tech), Future Aging (robotics ethics), and ReLUT (transport law).
Amy Damon is a Professor of Economics and Latin American Studies at Macalester College. She holds a BA from the University of Vermont (1997), an MS from Michigan State University (2001), and a PhD in Agriculture and Natural Resource Economics from the University of Minnesota (2008). Her research focuses on household poverty reduction, food security, and the socio-economic impacts of international migration, particularly in Central America and Sub-Saharan Africa. She has worked with organizations like the World Bank and the International Food Policy Research Institute. Professor Damon directs the International Development concentration at Macalester and teaches courses on economic development, global food problems, and principles of economics. Her work examines migration’s effects on rural households, agricultural input decisions in polygynous households, and education policies in developing countries. Recent projects include analyzing resilience to economic shocks in Malawi and studying herder-related violence impacts in sub-Saharan agricultural systems. She collaborates with global partners to evaluate microinsurance markets and bilingual education outcomes in Peru. Her research integrates both theoretical frameworks and empirical data analysis from low-income regions. Publications span topics like conditional cash transfers’ nutrition impacts in Mexico, microfinance bundling in Colombia, and bushmeat consumption dynamics around Serengeti National Park. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges economic theory with real-world challenges in development, agriculture, and global health.
Eugenia Dacoronia is a Professor at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Law School, Department of Private Law (Civil Law). She holds a doctorate from the same university and conducted postdoctoral research at Wake Forest University and the European Centre of Tort and Insurance Law in Vienna. Her academic appointments include teaching undergraduate courses in General Principles of the Greek Civil Code, Real Property Law, and Environmental Law, along with postgraduate and Erasmus modules on comparative tort law and legal interpretation. Research Focus: Her expertise spans: Comparative tort law systems and liability frameworks Environmental liability with focus on catastrophic harms Civil code interpretation and contractual analysis Legal harmonization in European contexts Her publications predominantly analyze tort law evolution in Greece within European frameworks, with recent works examining liability for new technologies and systemic compensation models for large-scale harms. This reflects her ongoing engagement with contemporary challenges in civil liability systems. Honors & Memberships: UNIDROIT Governing Council Member (2019-2023) European Commission Expert Group on Liability and New Technologies Full Member of European Group on Tort Law Fellow of European Law Institute She maintains active arbitration practice (ICC/ad hoc) and serves on governmental committees including Greece's Naturalisation Committee. Her international engagements include lectures at universities across Europe and participation in all European Tort Law conferences since 2002 as Greece's national representative.
Wändi Bruine de Bruin is a Provost Professor of Public Policy, Psychology, and Behavioral Science at the Sol Price School of Public Policy , University of Southern California (USC), and director of the USC Behavioral Science and Policy Initiative . Her research focuses on decision-making in health, climate change, and financial contexts, with over 170 peer-reviewed publications. She holds editorial roles for journals like Perspectives on Psychological Science and has contributed to National Academy of Sciences committees on science communication and respiratory protection. Education: PhD in Behavioral Decision Research and Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University. Research Interests: Psychology of risk perception and communication Health behavior and patient decision making Public perceptions of climate change and sustainability Economic expectations and financial decision making Behavior change interventions Social science of science communication Age differences in decision making and well-being Recent Research Trends: Recent studies emphasize climate terminology impact , Medicare plan comparison barriers , and environmental exposure effects on decision-making . Her work bridges behavioral science and policy, advocating for accessible language in science communication. Affiliations: Director, USC Behavioral Science and Policy Initiative Schaeffer Institute for Public Policy & Government Service Grants & Recognition: While no specific awards are listed, her leadership roles and committee memberships reflect her influence in science communication and policy.
Marcos Álvarez Espiño is a researcher at the University of Santiago de Compostela's Department of Financial Economics and Accounting, affiliated with the School of Economics and Business. He specializes in financial vulnerability, financial literacy, and small business management. His research group focuses on Applied Financial Valuation. His academic activities include teaching courses related to financial economics and accounting during recent academic years (2022/2023–2025/2026). Key research interests span consumer financial behavior, SME financing challenges, and the interplay between age/health factors and financial stability. Notable topics include: Financial literacy gaps among entrepreneurs Gender disparities in financial vulnerability Digital transformation's impact on accounting practices Recent publications (2023–2025) explore: Health shocks and household financial fragility Age-related financial knowledge decline Comparative regional analyses of Spain's financial vulnerability No formal awards or grants are explicitly documented in the provided texts, but his extensive publication record indicates active research engagement. He advises no listed students but contributes to academic advising through tutoring hours. His work frequently involves: Quantitative analyses of financial metrics Comparative regional studies Evidence-based policy recommendations
Edward A Morse is a Professor and the McGrath North Mullin and Kratz Endowed Chair in Business Law at Creighton University's School of Law. He specializes in taxation, technology law, and regulation, with interdisciplinary research on electronic payments, cybersecurity, and internet governance. He teaches courses like Federal Income Taxation, Antitrust, and Law & Economics, and collaborates with the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. His leadership roles include serving as president of the Creighton University Faculty and the Father Flanagan League Society, and board member of the Thomas More Society. His research focuses on tax policy, digital payment systems, and privacy regulation. Notable publications include works on blockchain, cybersecurity, and healthcare compliance under the Affordable Care Act. He frequently presents at forums like the Great Plains Tax Institute and the FTC-Creighton University School of Law events. Awards include Fellowships from the Nebraska State Bar Foundation and recognition for pro bono contributions to the Thomas More Society. Morse advises on taxation and technology issues, moderates panels on social capital and progressive designs, and engages in public service. His work bridges legal, economic, and technological domains, emphasizing practical solutions to regulatory challenges.
Prof. Dr. Tuncay YILMAZ is a faculty member at Sakarya University's Faculty of Business Administration, Department of Human Resources Management. He holds a professorship and has been actively involved in research, education, and academic administration. His work focuses on human resources management, organizational behavior, labor law, occupational health and safety, and socio-economic policy analysis. Education & Affiliations: Sakarya University Faculty of Business Administration Department of Human Resources Management Member of various academic committees and editorial boards Research Interests: Employee motivation and organizational commitment Impact of compensation systems and performance evaluations Labor law compliance and occupational health regulations Social security systems and workforce diversity Entrepreneurship trends and HRM in emerging sectors Recent Research Trends: Prof. YILMAZ's publications span workplace dynamics in diverse sectors (pharmaceutical, hospitality, manufacturing), generational workforce challenges, and policy analysis for social protection frameworks. His latest works examine Generation Z's career expectations and digital era business practices. Advising & Grants: Supervised 13 doctoral and 12 master's theses Lead researcher on projects like 'Developing Young Entrepreneurial Leaders in STEAM' and 'Social Dialogue Enhancement' Secured grants including a €103,403 EU-funded project on social security systems Labs & Collaborations: Engaged with Sakarya University's research centers in HRM, labor economics, and occupational safety. Collaborates with international institutions like Babeş-Bolyai University (Romania) on workforce studies.
Justine Hastings is an Affiliate Professor of Economics at the University of Washington and VP & Chief of People-Centered Science at Amazon. Her work bridges academia and policy, focusing on leveraging economics, data science, and machine learning to solve social challenges. She holds a PhD in Economics from UC Berkeley and has held tenured positions at Brown and Yale universities. Key roles include leadership in the Research Improving People’s Lives (RIPL) nonprofit and service on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Academic Research Council. Her research spans public and behavioral economics, with notable contributions to education policy (e.g., third-grade literacy initiatives), healthcare cost analysis, and workforce training programs. She pioneered Rhode Island’s policy-lab approach, combining administrative data with causal inference to optimize social programs. Recent work addresses opioid prescription risk prediction and Medicaid cost diversion. Her 2021 recognition as a Top 100 Diverse Leader in Tech reflects her innovative use of AI/ML for equitable policy design. Current projects at Amazon focus on applying behavioral insights to improve workplace well-being and operational efficiency.
Carole Haritchabalet is a Professor of Economics at the University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour and an Associate Member of Toulouse School of Economics (TSE). Her research focuses on economic modeling of biobanks, financial regulation, venture capital dynamics, and industrial competition. She has received the 2011 JIE Award for her work on media industries' advertising and competition. Her work spans interdisciplinary areas including health economics, financial markets, and public policy. Key research themes include: Economic valorization strategies for biobanks and biological resource centers Comparative analysis of banking regulation frameworks Optimal negotiation practices in venture capital Informational externalities in market dynamics Her publications combine theoretical contributions with applied policy analysis. She contributes to both academic journals (e.g., Review of Finance, Journal of International Financial Markets) and edited volumes addressing public regulation challenges.
Cameron Kaplan is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) and serves as the Interim Director of the USC Gehr Family Center for Health Systems and Innovation. His research focuses on health economics, health policy, disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, pharmaceutical use, and insurance-related issues, particularly in vulnerable populations. The recent publications highlight his expertise in areas such as: Opioid prescribing and withdrawal in hospitalized infants Racial disparities in cancer treatment and symptom reporting Health insurance affordability and policy impacts Cannabis effects on renal disease Pandemic response equity Medication adherence and cost analysis His work spans systematic reviews, cohort studies, and policy evaluations, often addressing systemic inequities in healthcare systems and medication access. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his leadership role at USC underscores his influence in health systems innovation. Kaplan’s research frequently intersects with public health, economics, and clinical medicine, offering critical insights into healthcare financing and equity.
Gerard Wedig is an Associate Professor at the Simon Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Rochester. His research focuses on healthcare economics and finance, organizational economics, and nonprofit governance, with a particular emphasis on nursing homes, hospital systems, and payment systems. He has consulted for medical organizations including hospitals and pharmaceutical firms on healthcare finance issues. Prior to joining Simon, he taught at Boston University, Wharton School, and Indiana University. Professor Wedig’s work examines topics such as healthcare market dynamics, nonprofit financial behavior, and the impact of regulations like tort liability and public report cards on institutional performance. His research has been published in journals including Health Economics , Management Science , and The Journal of Law, Economics, and Organization . Key themes include fee determination in healthcare markets, nursing home quality under competition, and governance structures in nonprofit healthcare entities. His teaching interests span organizational economics, health care finance, managerial economics, and statistics. Notable research contributions include studies on the effects of malpractice laws on nursing home asset management, the relationship between competition and quality in nursing homes, and the financial strategies of nonprofit hospitals.
Adriano Rampini is the Douglas and Josie Breeden Professor of Financial Economics, a Professor of Finance and Economics, and the area coordinator of the finance area at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Economics. Previously, he was on the faculty at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. His academic expertise spans financial economics and macroeconomics, with significant contributions to understanding collateral, capital reallocation, leasing, and risk management. Duke University: Fuqua School of Business Secondary appointment: Department of Economics Previous institution: Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management Adriano Rampini received his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago. Rampini's research focuses on the intersection of financial economics and macroeconomics. He is particularly known for his work on collateral, capital reallocation, leasing, and risk management. His research explores how financial constraints affect firms' investment decisions, capital structure choices, and risk management practices. In macro finance, he has studied the procyclical nature of capital reallocation, the effect of collateral prices on capital allocation, the role of intermediary capital, and entrepreneurial activity over the business cycle. His work on dynamic corporate finance explains why financially constrained firms lease assets instead of buying them and why poorly capitalized firms hedge less. Analyzing Rampini's publication record reveals a consistent focus on the relationship between financial constraints and real economic activity. His most recent work extends into clean technology financing and household insurance dynamics while maintaining his core focus on collateral, capital structure, and risk management. The articles demonstrate an evolution from theoretical models of financial contracting to more applied work examining specific financial markets and instruments. A strong thread throughout his work is the examination of how financial frictions affect investment, capital allocation, and business cycle dynamics. Alfred P. Sloan Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship 2008 Jensen Second Prize for best paper in Journal of Financial Economics Brattle Group Distinguished Paper Prize in Corporate Finance Invited speaker at Review of Economic Studies European Meetings Rampini has been actively involved in mentoring PhD students through his teaching of advanced finance courses at Duke. His research has been supported by appointments at prestigious institutions including the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR). He has served in leadership roles for major finance organizations, demonstrating his influence in the field through his presidency of the Foundation for Advancement of Research in Financial Economics (FARFE), Financial Intermediation Research Society (FIRS), and Finance Theory Group (FTG). Rampini is deeply embedded in the academic finance community through his roles as President of the Foundation for Advancement of Research in Financial Economics (FARFE), Research Fellow of the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR), and Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). He has held visiting positions at NYU Stern, Princeton University, Harvard University, and the University of Minnesota, and has consulted with several Federal Reserve Banks and the International Monetary Fund, demonstrating his influence across academic and policy institutions.
Jena Martin is an Associate Professor at St. Mary's University School of Law and affiliated with West Virginia University College of Law . She specializes in Business and Human Rights , Data Privacy , and Corporate Accountability , with a focus on regulatory frameworks for transnational corporations and algorithmic systems. Research Themes: SEC enforcement in human rights, data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA), bystander intervention in corporate ethics, and rural-global development parallels. Publications: Over 15 recent works on topics ranging from social media regulation to postal service privatization, cited in journals like Washington International Law Journal and Health Affairs .
