جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Yilmaz Guneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Governance
• Behavioral Finance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Yilmaz Guney is a prominent academic at Swansea University's School of Management, where he serves as Professor and contributes to the Centre for Resilient Business and Society. With expertise in corporate finance and governance, Professor Guney has built an impressive research portfolio spanning two decades, evidenced by an h-index of 18 and 1,584 citations. He actively supervises PhD students and teaches across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs internationally. Professor Guney's educational background includes: Doctorate in Finance, University of Durham (1999-2002) MSc in Finance, University of Durham (1998-1999) Bachelor's in Economics, Middle East Technical University (1994-1998) His research focuses on corporate financing decisions, examining how firms determine their debt-equity mix, cash holdings, and hedging strategies. Professor Guney has extensively investigated the relationship between corporate governance, social responsibility, and financial performance, with recent work expanding into sustainable finance and machine learning applications in finance. Professor Guney's recent publications reveal a sophisticated evolution in research methodology while maintaining core finance interests. His work increasingly incorporates behavioral perspectives and advanced analytics, with growing attention to sustainable finance topics and international comparative studies. Notably, his research on CEO characteristics and their impact on corporate financial policies has gained significant scholarly attention. Professor Guney's academic impact is evidenced by: 39 research outputs documented in Pure Multiple publications in top finance journals Regular presentations at international conferences including the Multinational Finance Society and British Accounting and Finance Association Expert commentary on major economic events including the Global Financial Crisis and Covid-19 pandemic As an educator, Professor Guney teaches a wide range of finance courses across multiple levels and supervises doctoral research with a focus on corporate finance and governance. His professional service includes editorial roles such as Regional (European) Editor for the International Journal of Behavioural Accounting and Finance since 2008, and External Examiner positions at several international institutions. Professor Guney contributes to the Centre for Resilient Business and Society at Swansea University, focusing on business approaches to societal challenges. His research demonstrates extensive international collaboration, with co-authored papers spanning multiple continents and economic regions, reflecting his global perspective on finance and business issues.

Fabrice Smieliauskasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Economics
• Pharmaceutical Policy
• Cancer Care Delivery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Fabrice Smieliauskas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics and Department of Pharmacy Practice at Wayne State University, affiliated with multiple research centers including the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. His work focuses on reducing healthcare costs through economic analysis of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and cancer care delivery. He holds a PhD in Health Policy from Harvard University (2011), an MA in Economics from the University of Toronto (2001), and a BSc in Mathematics/Economics from the University of Toronto (2000). Research interests include pharmaceutical policy, healthcare cost-effectiveness, and disparities in cancer treatment access. He has received grants from NCI, AHRQ, and the American Cancer Society, focusing on topics like off-label drug use, lung cancer screening barriers, and surgical outcomes. His work has been published in journals such as Journal of Clinical Oncology , Health Economics , and Pharmacoeconomics . Teaching includes courses on microeconomics, pharmaceutical economics, and causal inference. He serves on committees for the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the Department of Economics, and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. His research has informed national reports on cancer drug affordability and lung cancer screening implementation.

Jörg Schillerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Insurance Demand
• Behavioral Insurance
• Climate-Related Risks
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jörg Schiller is a University Professor and Head of the Department of Insurance Economics and Social Systems at the University of Hohenheim. He serves as Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences since 2022 and has held leadership roles including Senate membership since 2010. His research focuses on behavioral insurance, insurance fraud, climate-related risk management, and regulatory frameworks in insurance markets. Schiller earned his PhD from the University of Hamburg (2004) and completed his habilitation at WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management (2008). Education: 1999: Diplom-Kaufmann (Business Studies), Goethe University Frankfurt 2004: Doctorate in Economics, University of Hamburg 2008: Habilitation, WHU (Vallendar) Research Interests: Schiller’s work bridges theoretical and applied economics, addressing topics like moral hazard, insurance fraud mechanisms, and the insurability of climate risks. He emphasizes behavioral aspects of insurance demand and brokerage practices, with recent studies exploring disaster relief policies and premium subsidies. Professional Activities: As Dean, Schiller oversees academic governance and strategic development. He co-organizes the Behavioral Insurance Workshop and leads the part-time MSc in Finance program. His publications frequently appear in top journals such as Journal of Risk and Insurance and European Economic Review . Awards & Recognition: While no specific awards are listed, his academic leadership roles and prolific publication record indicate significant scholarly impact. Advising & Grants: Supervises doctoral and master’s students in insurance economics. His research has examined heterogeneous selection in dental insurance and skin cancer screening program efficacy. Collaborates widely with institutions like the Munich Risk and Insurance Center. Labs/Teams: Leads a research group focused on behavioral and quantitative insurance analysis, supported by studies on fraud detection systems and regulatory design.

Maria Burnsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Science
• Network Analysis
• Security Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maria Burns is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management/Political Science at the University of Houston’s College of Technology. Her research focuses on the intersection of data science, security, and logistics, with applications in energy, maritime, and homeland security sectors. She specializes in network analysis, AI-driven risk assessment, and policy analysis for critical infrastructure protection. Her work integrates multidisciplinary approaches including machine learning, time-series forecasting, and data visualization to address complex challenges such as human trafficking, cargo security, and port resilience. Key areas include supply chain vulnerability analysis, maritime security protocols, and the economic/environmental impacts of port activities. Burns has contributed to numerous DoS- and DHS-funded training manuals and courses, including 'Global Supply Chain Security' and 'UN Security Resolutions and WMD.' Her research also explores energy security paradoxes, intermodal transport risks, and crisis management strategies. Recent publications highlight innovative applications of AI in security technology and policy-driven solutions for modern security challenges. Her funded projects emphasize practical outcomes, such as optimizing port operations through 5G connectivity and enhancing border management through strategic convergence of trade and immigration policies. Burns’ work bridges academia and industry, offering actionable insights for public and private sector stakeholders.

Jim Hilliardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Insurance Industry Regulation
• Capital Structure
• Capital Markets
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jim Hilliard is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Risk, Actuarial Science, and Legal Studies at Temple University's Fox School of Business. His research focuses on capital structure, insurance industry regulation, and financial markets, with a particular emphasis on public policy implications. He teaches courses in actuarial science, risk management, and retirement planning at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Hilliard's work spans theoretical and applied domains, including studies on insurer financing, asymmetric information effects, and behavioral economics in insurance demand. He frequently presents at academic and industry events, including lectures for state legislators on insurance oversight. Notable publications include analyses of the Affordable Care Act's market impacts and innovative teaching methodologies for financial concepts like option pricing models. Research Highlights: Capital markets regulation, insurance distribution systems, and actuarial pedagogy Teaching Expertise: Group health benefits, retirement planning, enterprise risk management Engagement: Invited speaker for Griffith Educational Foundation and state legislative briefings His recent publications emphasize methodological contributions such as Monte Carlo simulations for retirement planning and analyses of trust-preferred securities in insurer financing. The body of work demonstrates a consistent focus on practical applications of financial theory to real-world regulatory challenges.

• Sociology of Algorithms
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elena Esposito is Professor of Sociology at Bielefeld University and the University of Bologna, specializing in sociological systems theory. Her research examines sociological implications of algorithms, prediction, and AI through projects like the ERC Advanced Grant 'The Future of Prediction' and the Collaborative Research Center TRR 318. She co-leads interdisciplinary initiatives at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Center for Uncertainty Studies. Research interests include: Sociology of algorithmic prediction in insurance, medicine, and policing Social consequences of machine learning transparency Memory theory and media transformations Artificial communication systems Her publications analyze algorithmic governance mechanisms across domains including healthcare, criminal justice, and climate policy. Recent work explores how predictive technologies reshape institutional trust and decision-making under uncertainty. Awards include: ERC Advanced Grant (€2.08M) for prediction sociology research Volkswagen Foundation Grant (€1.5M) for AI discourse studies FAIR Project leadership for AI social impact analysis She directs projects examining explainable AI systems and advises doctoral researchers in sociology and technology studies. Future work focuses on generative AI's societal implications.

Tim Vickersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Commercial Law
• Insurance Law
• Regulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tim Vickers is an Associate Professor in the School of Law at the University of East Anglia (UEA). He joined the institution in August 2018 after 25 years of professional practice as a solicitor. His roles include Co-Director of Employability and leading the Law in Practice module for LLB students. Prior to academia, he held senior legal roles at Aviva, including General Counsel for UK and Ireland General Insurance and Health, and later at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) focusing on insurance regulation. Education: LLB, University of Birmingham Law Society Finals (Honours), York College of Law Research interests emphasize practical legal education and professional development, alongside academic focus on Commercial Law, Insurance Law and Regulation, Professional Liability, and Corporate Governance. He integrates industry experience to enhance student employability through skill-building and work experience initiatives. Advising/Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his professional networks and teaching roles reflect a commitment to bridging academic and professional legal practice.

• Social Law
• Social Welfare Law
• Social Insurance Law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Peter Mösch is a Professor of Social Law at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts' Social Work School, affiliated with the Institute for Social Work and Law. He holds a Licentiate in Laws from Basel University (1998) and an LL.M. in Criminology (2007). His career includes roles as a criminal judge (1999–2002), tenancy legal advisor, and board member for youth welfare organizations. He has extensive experience in legal consulting for social and health sectors. Research focuses on social welfare law, data protection in social work, adult/youth protection, and legal frameworks for social services. Notable projects include the Central Swiss Disability Policy Framework and studies on fear of crime in public transport. He has authored over 20 books/chapters and 50+ articles on topics like social security law, mandatory reporting, and institutional ethics. He advises the City of Bern's Social Welfare Commission and chairs editorial roles for Jusletter Weblaw and Pflegerecht journals. His work bridges legal academia with practical social service challenges, emphasizing ethical dilemmas and systemic reforms in welfare provision.

• Public Management
• New Public Governance
• Corporate Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonas Willisegger is a Lecturer and Head of the Competence Center for Public and Non-Profit Management at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). He holds positions at the Lucerne School of Business within the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR). His expertise spans public management, governance, health policy, and risk management in the public sector. He leads the Master of Advanced Studies in Public Management and associated programs. Willisegger's research focuses on governance structures, healthcare policy, and community leadership models in Switzerland. **Education:** 2002–2007: MA in Political Science, History, and Law (Universities of Bern and Lausanne) 2010: Certificate in Integrated Risk Management (ZHAW) 2012: Certificate in Corporate Communication (HSLU) 2015: Higher Education Diploma (HSLU) His research emphasizes health policy, public governance, and strategic management. Key projects include studies on healthcare tariffs, municipal leadership models, and risk management in critical infrastructure. Notable publications include works on Swiss healthcare governance and public management education. He received the 2020 HSLU-Wirtschaft Publication Award for his contribution to analyzing healthcare system challenges. **External Roles:** Board Member, Lucerne Forum for Social Insurances and Social Security Board Member, Health Insurance KKLH Reviewer for academic journals including Marketing Review St. Gallen His work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, addressing issues like intercommunity collaboration, decentralized governance, and healthcare financing challenges in Switzerland.

John M Crespiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Environmental Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John M Crespi is a Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for Agricultural & Rural Development (CARD) at Iowa State University. His expertise spans Agricultural Economics, Industrial Organization, and Applied Econometrics. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Davis, and degrees from Colorado State University and California State University, Sacramento. His research focuses on agricultural policy, market structures, and environmental regulations. Notable work includes analyses of carbon markets, livestock industry regulations, and food labeling decisions. Crespi serves as Editor of Agricultural Policy Review , Associate Editor of Journal of Agricultural & Food Industrial Organization , and editorial roles at several other journals. He has received prestigious awards such as the Bruce Gardner Memorial Prize (2019) and the American Agricultural Economics Association Dissertation Award (2001). His recent studies address topics like the economic potential of anaerobic digesters in Iowa and the resilience of livestock sectors during crises like the 2020 pandemic. CARD, under his leadership, conducts policy-relevant research on rural development and agricultural sustainability. Crespi’s work bridges academic inquiry and practical policy, influencing debates on trade competitiveness, climate change mitigation, and consumer decision-making in food markets.

• Health Economics
• Public Economics
• Labor Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Judith Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Oklahoma. She holds affiliations with the Institute of Labor Economics (IZA) and the Global Labor Organization (GLO). Her research focuses on health economics, public economics, and labor economics, with particular attention to policy analysis and socioeconomic disparities. Dr. Liu earned her Ph.D. in Economics from Syracuse University and previously served as a Research Fellow at the Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research at the University of Melbourne. Her work examines topics such as Medicare policy, healthcare costs, income inequality, and the impacts of public health crises. Recent research trends include analyzing healthcare utilization patterns, policy impacts on marginalized groups, and the socioeconomic consequences of globalization. Her studies often employ econometric methods to evaluate real-world policy outcomes. Though no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her prolific publication record reflects sustained scholarly contributions to applied economics. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing contemporary issues in healthcare systems and public policy.

• Financial Intermediation
• Monetary Policy
• Market Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Florian Heider serves as Scientific Director of the Leibniz Institute for Financial Research SAFE since December 2022 and holds a professorship in Finance at Goethe University’s House of Finance. His research focuses on financial intermediation, monetary policy, market design, and corporate capital structure. He previously held roles at the London School of Economics, New York University Stern School of Business, and the European Central Bank (ECB), where he contributed to research, market infrastructure, and monetary policy functions. His academic career includes impactful work on banking sector dynamics, central bank policies under unconventional monetary conditions, and the implications of financial frictions for environmental and economic policy. He has authored numerous publications in leading academic journals and contributes to policy debates on European financial integration and stability. Key professional milestones include leadership in the ECB’s research and policy divisions, co-directing the Financial Intermediation department at SAFE, and maintaining an active advisory role in financial sector reforms. His contact is accessible via heider@safe-frankfurt.de . Research contributions span over two decades, with recent focus on the geopolitical dimensions of capital market integration, the design of deposit protection schemes post-SVB, and the evolving role of banks in a low-interest-rate environment. His work frequently bridges theoretical finance with policy implementation, particularly in the European context.

Agiropoulos Charalamposمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Applied Econometrics
• Computational Finance
• Labor Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charalampos Agiropoulos is an Assistant Professor of Economic Analysis at the Department of Economics, University of Piraeus. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics/Econometrics (2018) and has expertise in quantitative methods, computational finance, and econometrics. Prior roles include Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Piraeus, Senior Researcher at Gnosis Research Center (Illinois Institute of Technology), and industry positions as CEO of TMEDE Microfinance Solutions and Chief Risk Officer at TMEDE Fund. Education: Ph.D. in Economics/Econometrics (2018), University of Piraeus M.Sc. in Applied Statistics (2007), University of Piraeus B.Sc. in Mathematics (2002), National and Kapodistrian University of Athens His research focuses on applied econometrics, computational finance, and labor/environmental economics. Current projects analyze the shadow economy's impact on EU competitiveness and machine learning in financial time-series. He has published in journals like International Journal of Finance and Economics and presented at global conferences. Teaching includes courses in quantitative methods, business analytics, and international economics. His work integrates practical industry insights with academic rigor, bridging theory and real-world applications.

• Consumer Protection Law
• European Civil Law
• Greek Civil Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Athina Kontogianni serves as Assistant Professor of Greek Civil Law at the School of Law, Department of Law, European University Cyprus, while maintaining active roles as Acting Member of Greece's National Commission on Human Rights (2015-today), Research Fellow to the Hellenic Parliament's Scientific Council (2009-today), and member of critical medical oversight bodies including the Advisory Board of the Greek National Organization of Medicines (2019-today) and Supervisory Board of the Greek National Authority of Medical Assisted Reproduction (2021-today). Her academic credentials include a PhD in Civil Law (2005), MA in Civil Law (1999), and BA in Law (1997), all from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. These qualifications underpin her expertise in both Greek civil law foundations and European legal harmonization. Dr. Kontogianni's research centers on Consumer Protection Law, European Civil Law, and Medical Law, with significant contributions to understanding EU consumer directives' implementation, medically assisted reproduction regulations, and human rights case law interpretation. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with practical legislative impact, particularly evident in her advisory roles for Greek government bodies on consumer protection and family law reforms. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2018-2023) reveals three dominant research trajectories: consumer protection mechanisms (especially online dispute resolution under EU Regulation 524/2013), medically assisted reproduction regulations (focusing on traceability and cross-border healthcare), and human rights jurisprudence (detailed commentaries on European Court of Human Rights judgments concerning privacy, vaccination mandates, and family rights). Her scientific recognition includes: Scholar awardee of the State Scholarship Foundation (1998-2000) Scholar awardee of the European Commission's Program for Civil Law Consolidation (1999-2000) Election as rapporteur for Greece before the European Parliament's IMCO Committee on the 'New Consumer Agreement' proposal (2019) Dr. Kontogianni has secured and led significant research funding including the European Commission's Consumer Protection Program (2014-2019) as Program Director and the Conflict Resolution with Equitative Algorithms project (2018-2019) as researcher. Her governmental advisory work spans legislative committees for Family Law reform (1999-2000) and Consumer Protection Law reform (2016), where she provided legal drafting expertise that shaped national legislation. She actively contributes to scholarly communities through membership in the Hellenic Association for European Law (promoting research on European civil law responsibility concepts) and the Association of Greek Civil Law (critical analysis of contemporary civil law issues), while serving on editorial committees including the quarterly journal 'European Law'.

Gordana Vitanovaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Capital Markets
• Financial Accounting
• Insurance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Gordana Vitanova is a Full Professor at the Economic Faculty of the University of Goce Delčev, specializing in finance and accounting. She holds a PhD in Economics (2000) from the Economic Faculty in Priština, focusing on capital markets and corporate financing. Her academic career includes teaching courses like Financial Markets and Institutions, Tax and Banking Accounting, and Managerial Accounting Practices. Her research interests span capital market development, financial instruments, risk management, and corporate financing strategies in emerging economies. Key contributions include studies on Macedonian stock exchange dynamics, banking sector trends, and alternative financing mechanisms for SMEs. She has authored textbooks such as Financial Markets and Institutions (2003) and Tax and Banking Accounting (2004). Her publications analyze challenges in capital market development, credit risk management in Macedonian banks, and the role of leasing as an alternative financing tool. She has also explored pension fund investment strategies and life insurance market dynamics in Southeastern Europe. Her work frequently addresses practical applications of financial theories in Macedonia's transitional economy. Prof. Vitanova has presented at international symposiums on topics like regional cooperation in capital markets and quality management practices. She has advised on reforms in Macedonia's financial sector and contributed to educational programs enhancing financial literacy among businesses and investors.