Prof Christina Lim is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Melbourne, Australia. She serves as the Associate Dean of Research for the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) and manages the Tucker Lab. Previously, she held roles as Research Group Leader of the Electronics and Photonics System group and Deputy Head of Department (Teaching and Operations) Education: PhD and Bachelors from University of Melbourne Research Interests: Radio-over-Fibre, Optical Wireless Communications, Microwave Photonics, Augmented Reality Displays, Reservoir Computing, Optical Crosshaul Networks Recent publications demonstrate expertise in optical waveguide design for AR, underwater optical wireless communications, photonic switching, and network optimization. Her projects focus on next-generation wireless infrastructure, including Photonics Computing Enabled Ultra-Broadband Wireless Communications (2024-2027, $598k ARC grant) and Additive Manufacturing of Optical Elements (2025). She has secured significant funding, including ARC Discovery Projects and Future Fellowships. Scientific Honors IEEE Fellow (2022) Optica Fellow (2018) ARC Future Fellow (2009-2013) ARC Australian Research Fellow (2004-2008) Professional Service Vice-President of Conferences, IEEE Photonics Society Deputy Editor, IEEE/Optica Journal of Lightwave Technology ARC College of Experts (2014-2016)
John E. Taylor is the Frederick Law Olmsted Professor and Associate Chair for Faculty Development and Research Innovation at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the College of Engineering. His research focuses on the intersection of human and engineered networks, with particular emphasis on creating resilient infrastructure systems that serve society's needs while creating more livable communities. Taylor's research interests span multiple domains including Smart City Digital Twins , Urban Infrastructure Resilience , Network Dynamics , and Building-Occupant Interaction . His work examines how human behavior, infrastructure systems, and environmental factors interact during normal operations and extreme events. He has developed innovative approaches to understanding urban systems through the lens of network theory and computational modeling. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the fields of urban analytics and infrastructure resilience, with a recent focus on digital twin technologies for urban systems. Taylor's work shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of AI, network science, and civil infrastructure engineering to address complex urban challenges. His research has particular relevance for cities facing climate change impacts and seeking to build more equitable and resilient communities. Taylor leads the Network Dynamics Lab at Georgia Tech, where he mentors PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. His lab has produced significant work on human-infrastructure interaction, particularly during disasters and extreme events. The lab's research combines computational modeling, data analytics, and field studies to understand and improve urban systems. His work has been applied to real-world challenges including river emergency response systems, urban heat exposure forecasting, and disaster response optimization. Taylor has collaborated with city officials and agencies to implement systems that have demonstrable community benefits, such as the AI-enabled camera system for drowning prevention on the Chattahoochee River and crime reduction systems using mobile cameras guided by AI algorithms.
Dr. Vishal Parikh is a Principal Lecturer in Information Systems and Data Management at Sheffield Hallam University's Department of Computing. His research and teaching focus on service strategy, knowledge management, and IT-enabled service systems. Academic expertise spans: Service management transformations in contact centers Knowledge management in cross-cultural contexts Psychological contracts in service organizations IT project management methodologies Publications examine organizational changes in customer service delivery systems, particularly the evolution from call centers to multi-channel contact centers. Research employs phenomenological approaches to study knowledge-intensive service environments. Teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Information Systems, including modules on Entrepreneurship, Consultancy, and Project Management. Current doctoral research focuses on strategic challenges in electronically transmitted services.
Professor Kieran Jude Fernandes serves as Executive Dean of Durham University Business School, a globally ranked institution renowned for research excellence and societal impact. He holds additional affiliations as Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, University College Durham, and the Wolfson Research Institute. His extensive advisory roles include Trustee of the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Vice-Chair of the UK National Commission for UNESCO, and Director of the Northern Powerhouse Innovation Observatory. His research expertise spans three interconnected domains: Operations and Supply Chain Management focusing on optimization, digitization, sustainability, and risk mitigation Innovation and Technology Management examining digital business models and technology adoption Complex Systems Modelling analyzing innovation diffusion in social and economic networks His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical application across pharmaceutical, construction, and digital sectors. Professor Fernandes' publication portfolio reveals consistent leadership in supply chain digitalization, with recent emphasis on blockchain implementation, sustainability-performance linkages, and network effects in innovation systems. His 2023-2025 articles demonstrate growing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional operations frameworks. His distinguished recognition includes: NASA Space Shuttle Main Engine Continuous Improvement Award Rutherford Excellence in Engineering Award Financial Times Professor of the Week designation University of York Vice-Chancellor's Gold Medal As an academic leader, he supervises doctoral candidates including Jafni Bin Johari Jiken and Kieran Purvis while directing significant research initiatives. His grant portfolio features funding from ESRC, EPSRC, NASA, Royal Academy of Engineering, and Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, supporting projects that translate complex systems modeling into sector-specific innovations. His UNESCO advisory work extends this impact to global sustainable development frameworks.
Chen Jian is the Lenovo Chair Professor at the School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University , and Director of the Ministry of Education Key Research Base for Humanities and Social Sciences . With a career spanning over 30 years at Tsinghua, he has held multiple leadership roles in academic societies, including Vice Presidency in four top-tier Chinese academic societies and editorial positions in over ten international journals. Research Focus: Systems engineering, supply chain optimization, and decision theory Courses Taught: Dynamic systems analysis and control, operations management His scientific contributions include over 200 publications and 50 major projects, with significant impact in operations management, supply chain coordination, and emerging business models. He has trained numerous doctoral students and received prestigious accolades like the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars and IEEE Fellow status.
Eirini Eleni Tsiropoulou is an Associate Professor in the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at Arizona State University . She previously held the same rank at the University of New Mexico, where she also served as Computer Engineering Area Chair and Director of Recruiting and Admissions. Her research integrates game theory, reinforcement learning, network economics, and optimization to enable resilient, intelligent operation of complex cyber-physical systems, with emphasis on next-generation wireless networks, smart grids, and Internet of Things ecosystems. Education Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 2014 MBA Techno-economics, National Technical University of Athens, 2010 Diploma Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 2008 Research Focus Dr. Tsiropoulou’s PROTON Lab (Positioning, Resilience, Optimization, Trust, and Network Economics) develops decision-making frameworks that combine game-theoretic modeling with multi-agent reinforcement learning to address resource orchestration, security, and economic efficiency in highly dynamic, multi-stakeholder systems. Core application domains include 5G/6G wireless heterogeneous networks Concentrated solar power and smart-grid energy management UAV-assisted edge computing and emergency response IoT device authentication and privacy-preserving data sharing Blockchain-based decentralized oracles and energy trading markets Publication Impact Her 2024-2025 output is characterized by symbiotic system design, where sensing, communication, and control co-evolve via game-theoretic incentive mechanisms and learning-based adaptation. Recent papers emphasize federated learning security, resilient positioning & timing, and market-driven resource allocation in energy and communication networks. Scientific Awards & Honors Research and Creative Works Leader Award, UNM, 2023 Early Career Award, IEEE ComSoc Internet Technical Committee, 2019 NSF CRII Award, 2019 N2Women “Rising Stars in Networking and Communications,” 2017 Five Best Paper Awards (WCNC 2012, ADHOCNETS 2015, WMNC 2019, INFOCOM 2019, BRAINS 2020) IEEE Senior Member, 2021 Dean’s Excellence Award, UNM School of Engineering, 2021 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award, UNM, 2018 Editorial & Leadership Roles Associate/Area Editor: IEEE Transactions on Green Communications and Networking, IEEE Transactions on Machine Learning in Communications and Networking, IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, IEEE Networking Letters, IEEE IT Professional, IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, IEEE Vehicular Technology Magazine, IEEE Wireless Communications Magazine, IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking Co-Chair, N2 Women Community, IEEE Communications Society General/TPC Chair or Vice-Chair for IEEE INFOCOM, ICC, Globecom, SECON, WCNC, LANMAN, WiMob, and numerous other flagship conferences Research Group & Funding Her PROTON Lab currently includes 10 PhD students and is funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Sandia National Laboratories, and industry partners, with cumulative awards exceeding $2 million since 2019.
Uday Karmarkar is a Professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management, holding the Los Angeles Times Chair in Technology and Strategy since 1994. He is also a UCLA Distinguished Professor in Decisions, Operations and Technology Management, which he describes as "one of the best in the world." His career spans faculty roles at the University of Chicago, University of Rochester's Simon School, and UCLA. Ph.D. in Management Science from MIT (1975) B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (1968) Karmarkar's research focuses on the industrialization of information-intensive services, technology-enabled economic transformations, and strategic intersections between manufacturing and service sectors. His work examines how automation, globalization, and digital technologies reshape employment, wages, and organizational structures, while emphasizing the enduring value of tacit knowledge in MBA skills. His publications highlight global technology adoption trends through the Business and Information Technologies (BIT) project, which he founded and directs. Key themes include service industrialization, collaborative service contracting, experiential service design, and the impact of information chains on competition. Recent articles address banking competition strategies, multi-echelon supply chain dynamics, and value co-production frameworks. Distinguished Fellow, MSOM (Informs), 2014 IBM Faculty Research Award, 2004 Institute Fellow, IITB, 2008 Distinguished Service Awards (MSOM/Informs & IITB), 2003 As founder of the BIT project, Karmarkar has collaborated with 19 institutions across 16 countries to analyze technology's impact on business practices. He advises multinational corporations and startups in sectors ranging from data analytics to online education, while maintaining active teaching roles in courses like "Global Operations and Technology Strategy" and "Managing in the Digital Economy."
Anuj Kumar serves as the Walter J. Matherly Professor of Information Systems at the Warrington College of Business, University of Florida, within the Information Systems and Operations Management Department. His academic journey spans prestigious institutions in India and the United States, culminating in a PhD from Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Kumar earned his PhD in Information Systems Management from the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University (2011), an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (2006), an MTech in Thermal Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (1992), and a BE in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (1990). His research centers on understanding how information technology influences human behavior and organizational outcomes across three primary domains: omnichannel customer behavior in technology-mediated environments, the economic value of algorithmic recommendation systems, and the societal impact of information technology. Dr. Kumar has developed an AI-enabled platform called EPInc to identify students' knowledge gaps and facilitate peer learning, which has been implemented in K-12 schools across India, benefiting thousands of students. His work on multichannel customer behavior examines how consumers interact with businesses across different channels for various products and services. Dr. Kumar's publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions to top-tier journals including Management Science, Information Systems Research, Manufacturing & Service Operations Management, and Management Information Systems Quarterly. His research on product recommendation networks has shown these systems can increase product page views by 7.5% and sales revenue by 11% on average, with even greater impact for products at the 'center of the network.' His work spans theoretical foundations of information systems while maintaining strong practical relevance to business operations and societal challenges. INFORMS ISS Sandra A. Slaughter Early Career Award (2018) First runner-up award for INFORMS-Industry Studies Association Best Paper Prize Wharton Customer Analytics Initiative Research Grant Marketing Science Institute Research Grant Best Reviewer award at Sixteenth Conference on Information Systems and Technology Dr. Kumar has advised numerous PhD students including Xinyu Zang, Zhechao Yang, Maxim Terekhov, Youhyun Lee, Lucy Zhang, and Xiang Wan. His research has received competitive funding from the Marketing Science Institute and Wharton Customer Analytics Initiative. He serves as an Associate Editor for Information Systems Research and has reviewed for prestigious journals including Management Information Systems Quarterly and Management Science. His EPInc platform represents a significant applied contribution, creating peer-driven learning in K-12 classrooms, particularly benefiting underprivileged students in Indian schools.
Abhishek BERA is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) within the Space Robotics department at the University of Luxembourg. His research focuses on advanced robotics, telecommunications, and aerospace engineering, with particular emphasis on multi-robot coordination, UAV networks, and space exploration systems. He holds a strong record of innovation in resilient communication architectures, blockchain-based infrastructure, and 5G/6G technologies for disaster response and lunar exploration. Key research areas include: Multi-robot systems and planetary exploration 6G-UAV networks and edge computing Blockchain applications for space infrastructure Lunar mapping and resilient exploration systems IoT-enabled UAV networks His recent work explores cutting-edge topics such as ROS2 middleware optimization for planetary robotics, trustful coopetitive infrastructures for space missions, and edge-driven geofencing solutions for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in aerospace and telecommunications sectors.
Sungjune Park is a Professor in the Department of Business Information & Operations Management at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His research focuses on Business Analytics, Information Security, Digital Economy, and Supply Chain Management. He holds a faculty position and specializes in applying analytical and computational methods to solve complex business and operational challenges. His research interests span a broad spectrum, including but not limited to: • Developing strategies for resilient supply chains and cybersecurity frameworks, • Modeling user behavior and predictive analytics using Markov chains and clustering techniques, • Evaluating economic impacts of information security investments in SMEs, • Designing cloud computing systems resistant to cyberattacks, and • Exploring the role of IT in interorganizational knowledge processes. His recent work emphasizes practical applications of theoretical models in real-world scenarios, such as optimizing service delivery during surge traffic, analyzing patch release strategies for software vulnerabilities, and simulating RFID impacts on supply chains. Notable contributions include frameworks for portfolio-based supply chain risk management and sequence-based clustering algorithms for web usage mining. He has also explored innovative pricing strategies and the sustainability of Web 2.0 platforms. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though his extensive publication record suggests active involvement in academic collaboration and research funding.
Minghe Sun is a tenured Professor in the Department of Management Science and Statistics at the College of Business, The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where he has maintained continuous faculty appointment since 1992. His academic roles encompass teaching undergraduate, MBA, and doctoral courses in management science, operations management, and business statistics, supported by a Chancellor’s Council Outstanding Teaching Award from the UT System. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Business Administration (Major: Management Science and Information Technology, Minor: Operations Management) from the University of Georgia (1992) MBA from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (1987) Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy from Northeastern University, China (1982) Professor Sun’s research centers on mathematical programming with significant extensions into supply chain management and machine learning. His work consistently addresses optimization under uncertainty, algorithm development for complex decision problems, and data-driven approaches to operational challenges. Recent publications demonstrate increasing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional operations research frameworks, particularly in omnichannel retailing and blockchain-enabled supply chains. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) robust optimization for inventory and pricing under demand uncertainty, (2) blockchain implementation in dual-channel supply chains, and (3) advanced clustering algorithms for operational data. These reflect a strategic shift toward data-intensive methodologies while maintaining core expertise in mathematical programming. His scientific recognition includes: Decision Sciences Institute Elwood S. Buffa Doctoral Dissertation Competition Award (1993) Decision Sciences Institute Best Theoretical/Empirical Research Paper Award (2003 and 2006) University of Texas System Chancellor’s Council Outstanding Teaching Award (1999) As an educator, Professor Sun has shaped curriculum across all academic levels with documented excellence in pedagogy. While specific grant histories aren’t detailed in source materials, his sustained publication in top-tier journals (Management Science, Operations Research, Production and Operations Management) indicates successful research funding throughout his career. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical business applications, particularly in retail and healthcare operations.
Dr. Henry Xu is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on supply chain management, e-commerce operations, and sustainable business practices. He has extensive publication records in high-impact journals and book chapters. His research interests include: Blockchain applications in supply chains Green manufacturing strategies Digital product pricing models Omnichannel logistics optimization Corporate social responsibility in supply networks Key publication trends demonstrate expertise in: Game-theoretic supply chain models Technology-driven logistics solutions Sustainability-oriented operations Demand uncertainty management Smart manufacturing systems
Hsin-Lu Chang is a Professor at the Department of Management Information Systems , National Chengchi University (NCCU), with a career spanning over two decades in academia. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has held multiple part-time administrative roles, including Department Chair (2025-2026) and Director of the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (since 2023). His research focuses on IT strategy, supply chain management, service science, and digital innovation . Education Ph.D., Business Administration, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1998-2003) M.S., Information Management, University of Maryland (1996-1997) B.S., Information Management, National Chengchi University (1991-1995) Chang’s research explores IT-business alignment, digital transformation, and value creation in service systems , with significant contributions to e-commerce, mobile health apps, and AI governance. His 15 most recent articles reveal trends in crisis informatics, explainable AI (XAI), and data-driven healthcare , alongside studies on tourism marketing and SaaS innovation. He has received numerous honors, including the Senior Research Fulbright Grant (2011) , multiple National Science Council Research Awards , and Digital Learning Excellence Awards from NCCU. His funded projects (2003-2026) span topics like telehealth adoption, virtual reality museum exhibitions, and ESG data governance , with recent work focusing on AI resilience and multi-agent service systems. Chang has led teams at NCCU’s research labs and contributed to industry partnerships with institutions like First Commercial Bank and the National Palace Museum. His career bridges theoretical development and practical implementation of IT-enabled service systems, emphasizing economic impacts and stakeholder engagement.
Professor Hadi Larijani serves as a full Professor in Cyber Security and Networks within the School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment at Glasgow Caledonian University. His research portfolio spans secure wireless communications, Internet-of-Things security, and neural network applications in networking systems, contributing significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals through technological innovation. His primary research interests include: Wireless Sensor Network Security Intrusion Detection Systems Long Range Wide Area Networks (LoRaWAN) 6G Communication Security EEG Sensing and Medical Device Validation Digital Twin Frameworks for Logistics Professor Larijani's recent publication trends (2024-2025) show strong focus on practical security implementations for emerging technologies, with significant work in EEG validation systems, logistics optimization, antenna design, and VPN protocol analysis. His research bridges theoretical security frameworks with real-world applications across healthcare, agriculture, and transportation sectors. Notable research activities include: Principal Investigator for Market Assessment of Wearable Smart Wireless EEG Headset Co-Investigator for Secure 6G Enabled Realtime Joint Communication and Sensing Testbed Co-Investigator for Ghanaian tomato irrigation improvement project Co-Principal Investigator for British Academy Researcher at Risk - Ukraine Professor Larijani supervises research students with three documented supervised works, and maintains active collaborations across multiple institutions as evidenced by multi-author publications and international projects. His research group appears focused on practical security implementations for next-generation communication systems and IoT applications.
