جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Fintech
• Blockchain
• Cryptocurrencies
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Professor Andrew Urquhart is a Professor of Finance and Financial Technology and Head of the Department of Finance at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham , a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he was Professor and Head of the ICMA Centre at Henley Business School, University of Reading, and held academic roles at the University of Southampton. PhD in Finance, Newcastle University (2013) MSc in Finance (Distinction), Newcastle University (2009) BA(Hons) in Politics and Economics, Newcastle University (2008) PGCAP, University of Southampton (2014) His primary research interests include fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, corporate governance, high-frequency trading, asset pricing, and sports finance . He has published over 80 peer-reviewed papers in leading journals such as Nature , Journal of Corporate Finance , and European Journal of Operational Research , with over 8,500 citations. His recent publications focus on cryptocurrency market dynamics, blockchain analytics, central bank digital currencies, and financial spillovers, showing a consistent and impactful research trajectory in digital finance and financial technology. He has received over £500,000 in external research funding and has earned several scientific awards , including: Best Paper in European Financial Management (2020) Best Paper at Southern Finance Association (2020) Best Paper at Cryptocurrency Research Conference (2018) Dean's Award for Leadership in Research (2017) Tom Fetherston Award (2013) Andrew has supervised 9 PhD students to completion and currently supervises 5 more. He has secured substantial research grants, serves as an associate editor for multiple journals (including British Accounting Review and International Review of Financial Analysis ), and co-organizes the Cryptocurrency Research Conference . He provides executive education on digital assets and fintech and has served as an external examiner for programs at Durham University, Queen’s University Belfast, and others. He is also actively involved in public discourse, contributing media articles on cryptocurrency markets and fintech through outlets like The Conversation .

Pietro Saggeseمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cryptofinance
• DeFi (Decentralized Finance)
• Cryptoasset Analytics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pietro Saggese is an Assistant Professor at IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca, Italy, since November 2023. He holds a PhD in Economics and Data Science from IMT Lucca (2021), preceded by a BSc and MSc in Physics from the University of Turin. His research focuses on cryptofinance, cryptoasset analytics, CBDCs, and their socio-economic implications, with particular attention to decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and their interactions with traditional financial systems. Before joining IMT, Pietro worked as a Scientist at AIT Austrian Institute of Technology (2021–2023), collaborating with the Complexity Science Hub. His work there explored DeFi’s systemic risks, smart contract interdependencies, and cryptoasset monitoring. Notable contributions include analyzing Bitcoin arbitrageurs’ behavior using Mt. Gox data and investigating DeFi governance structures. Research interests span: Cryptocurrency market dynamics and arbitrage strategies DeFi protocols and their regulatory challenges CBDC design and implications for monetary policy Blockchain-based systems’ socio-economic impacts His publications address topics like TVL verification in DeFi, bot detection on Ethereum, and DAO governance mechanisms. He actively contributes to international conferences and policy-oriented groups such as the Crypto-Asset Monitoring Expert Group (CAMEG). Pietro’s work bridges academic research with real-world applications, aiming to inform policymakers and market participants about emerging risks and opportunities in digital finance.

• Financial Law
• Public Finance Law
• Banking Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Zbigniew Ofiarski is a Professor at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Szczecin, specializing in financial law, banking law, and tax law. He holds the position of Professor and has served as Dean of the faculty between 1999–2005. He leads the Department of Financial Law and has contributed to numerous scientific councils and editorial boards, including the Great Encyclopedia of Law. His research focuses on public finance, tax systems, and financial market regulations. Over 700 publications, including monographs and commentaries, reflect his expertise. He has held roles such as tax advisor and has been involved in academic administration, including committee memberships and institutional governance. His research interests span state and local financial law, tax law fundamentals, banking regulations, and foreign exchange policies. He has published extensively on topics like budgetary institutions, tax exemptions, and financial crisis management. His work integrates legal analysis with practical policy implications, contributing to Poland's legal and fiscal frameworks. He has been actively involved in academic leadership, including roles in evaluation committees, editorial boards, and institutional policy-making bodies. Prof. Ofiarski’s professional activities include teaching tax law and banking law, alongside advisory roles in public finance. His involvement in the International Center of Public Finance and Tax Law Research underscores his global academic engagement. He has also contributed to the development of legal standards through his participation in high-level regulatory councils and academic journals.

Alix Dietzelمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Climate Justice
• Climate Policy
• Just Transition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alix Dietzel is a Senior Lecturer in Politics at the University of Bristol's School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies (SPAIS), and Associate Director - Impact and Innovation at the Cabot Institute. Her research focuses on climate justice, climate policy, and the just transition to sustainability at both global and local scales. She explores equitable decision-making frameworks, inclusive climate governance, and the intersection of political systems with environmental challenges. Her work emphasizes marginalized voices in climate negotiations and practical pathways for socially inclusive decarbonization. Education: Holds a BA, MA, and PhD in relevant fields (degrees details not explicitly stated). Professional roles include leadership in impact innovation at the Cabot Institute, a multidisciplinary research center addressing global environmental challenges. Research themes consistently address the political dimensions of climate change, including UNFCCC processes, non-state actor roles, and urban climate resilience exemplified by Bristol case studies. Key research trends across her publications emphasize critical analysis of climate governance mechanisms, the need for systemic approaches to just transition, and overcoming barriers to equitable policy implementation. She critiques current climate summit structures while proposing alternative inclusive frameworks. Her work bridges global climate justice theory with practical policy design, particularly focusing on marginalized communities and non-state actor engagement. Advising and grants: No specific advisees or grant details provided in current profile. Collaborations include interdisciplinary work through the Cabot Institute and affiliations with related academic networks. Labs/Teams: Active within the Cabot Institute's environmental research initiatives, collaborating across disciplines to advance climate resilience strategies.

Alfred Wongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Investments
• ESG Finance
• Business Valuation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alfred Wong serves as Associate Professor in Finance and Economics at Charles Sturt University's Faculty of Business, specializing in sustainable finance and regional economic development. His research directly contributes to multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals through practical applications in ESG finance, healthcare economics, and renewable energy transition. Education: Masters in Financial Management, University of Queensland PhD in Finance, RMIT University Wong's research spans sustainable investments, ESG business valuation, renewable energy economics, regional petrol pricing, and healthcare economics with emphasis on rural/urban disparities. His work integrates financial theory with community wellbeing, particularly examining mental health impacts of crises and sustainable resource management. Current projects include Australian microgrid development and Parkinson's disease care economics. His 49 research outputs (2006-2025) show increasing focus on sustainability and wellbeing, with recent publications examining sociodemographic healthcare access, digital workplace transformation, and soil stewardship economics. The work demonstrates strong regional focus with practical policy applications. Key Awards: MRFF Rapid Applied Translation Grant (2024) for mental health research Vice Chancellor’s Research Award (2024) for Ageing Well project CSU Sustainability Research Seed Grant (2023) RED Award for Mental Health Research Team (2021) Health Innovation Awards Finalist (2020) Wong leads multiple collaborative projects including the Aspro Ageing Well Research Group and Regional Work and Organisational Resilience Sturt Group. His industry engagement spans health innovation (Mid North Coast Local Health District), Parkinson's disease advocacy, and renewable energy policy. Current grants include MRFF funding for cognitive remediation therapy translation and CSU seed funding for regional health projects. He maintains active industry connections through his Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification and prior banking sector experience. Research infrastructure includes the Equally Well initiative and Regional Entrepreneurship Research Group, focusing on translating academic findings into community wellbeing improvements through partnerships with government agencies and health services.

Peter Littleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic anthropology
• Development anthropology
• Ecological anthropology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Peter Little is the Samuel Candler Dobbs Professor of Anthropology at Emory University, serving as Director of the Emory Program in Development Studies. His academic roles span teaching, research leadership, and administrative positions, including Department Chair (2012-2015) and faculty appointments at SUNY-Binghamton, University of Kentucky, and Emory. He holds a PhD in Anthropology from Indiana University (1983) and has mentored over 12 PhD students and six post-doctoral fellows. Research focuses on economic and development anthropology, with decades-long studies in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia. His work examines pastoralism, border trade, and the impacts of neoliberal reforms. Notable publications include Somalia: Economy without State (2003) and Economic and Political Reform in Africa (2014). Awards include a Guggenheim Fellowship and the Samuel Candler Dobbs Chair. Awards and recognition highlight his contributions to African Studies and applied anthropology. Grants include NSF, MacArthur Foundation, and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation support. His current research explores poverty perceptions in Kenya and Ethiopia, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to address development challenges. Professional service includes editorial roles, international collaborations, and policy engagement. He advises four PhD students and chairs committees, emphasizing mentorship and scholarly impact.

Yu-Wai (Vic) Liمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• International Political Economy
• East Asian Financial Markets
• Regulatory Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yu-Wai (Vic) Li is a Lecturer in East Asian Studies at the University of Sheffield’s School of Languages, Arts and Societies. Previously, he served as faculty at the Education University of Hong Kong’s Department of Social Sciences. His research focuses on International Political Economy (IPE), with a concentration on East Asia’s financial opening, regulatory politics, and green transition. Key areas include China’s capital markets, renminbi internationalization, and the political economy of financial regulation. Dr. Li holds a BSocSci in Politics from the University of Hong Kong (HKU), an MPhil in International Relations (HKU), and a PhD in Global Governance from Wilfrid Laurier University. His teaching expertise spans IPE, international relations, environmental politics, and policy analysis. Research highlights include investigations into China’s green finance standards, central-bank digital currencies, and the role of Hong Kong in global trade architectures. He has contributed to projects on transnational regulatory dynamics between the EU and Asian capital markets, as well as the governance of climate policies in China’s Yangtze River Delta. No scientific awards are listed. His work bridges theoretical frameworks in political economy with empirical studies of financial and environmental governance in East Asia. He has advised no students or grants mentioned in the provided text.

Gregory Markowskyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Stochastic processes
• Complex analysis
• Graph theory

Gregory Markowsky serves as a Senior Lecturer in the School of Mathematics at Monash University, maintaining an active research profile with continuous publication output through 2025. His academic appointment shows no indication of part-time status, emeritus designation, or former staff classification. His research centers on three interconnected domains: Stochastic processes, particularly planar Brownian motion and random walk theory Complex analysis with applications to probabilistic models Graph theory focusing on algebraic and combinatorial structures These areas converge in his investigation of probabilistic phenomena with geometric interpretations. Recent publication trends reveal sustained productivity with 61 research outputs cataloged, including 4 articles in 2025 alone. His work demonstrates consistent methodological focus on stochastic analysis and combinatorial structures, with increasing cross-disciplinary applications in forensic science and econometrics as evidenced by 2024-2025 publications. Markowsky has secured three significant research projects funded by the Australian Research Council, including: "Planar Brownian motion and complex analysis" (2014-2017) as Primary Chief Investigator "Finite Markov chains in statistical mechanics and combinatorics" (2014-2017) "AMSI Industry Internship: Melbourne Storm" (2013) His ORCID profile (0000-0003-1656-337X) documents extensive scholarly activity with international collaborations. Professional engagement includes contributions toward UN Sustainable Development Goals through mathematical applications, though specific goal alignments aren't detailed in available materials. His email contact Greg.Markowsky@monash.edu remains active with current research dissemination.

Timon Beyesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Sociology
• Sociology of Culture
• Organization Studies
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Timon Beyes is Professor of Sociology of Organization and Culture at Leuphana University of Lüneburg, where he holds a professorship within the Faculty of Cultural Studies. He serves as Director of the Centre for Digital Cultures and is affiliated with the DFG Research Training Group 'Cultures of Criticism.' Beyes maintains an active research profile with 132 publications to date and has participated in 207 academic activities, demonstrating ongoing scholarly engagement. Professor Beyes' research spans organizational sociology, cultural sociology, and digital media studies, with particular expertise in digital cultures, culture and space, education, entrepreneurship, and net culture. His work integrates theoretical frameworks from media studies, organization theory, and cultural analysis to examine contemporary phenomena in digital society. His research interests reflect an interdisciplinary approach that bridges sociology, media studies, and organizational theory. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on color sociology, organizational atmospheres, digital capitalism, and counterpublics in authoritarian contexts. The work demonstrates a consistent interest in the intersection of material culture, visual phenomena, and organizational processes, particularly as they manifest in digital environments. Beyes' scholarship often examines how digital technologies reshape social organization and cultural practices. As an academic leader, Beyes serves on the University Senate (since 2020) and directs the MA program in Culture & Organization. He has organized numerous international academic events including the Stanford-Leuphana Summer Academy series and European Summer/Winter Academies, fostering international scholarly exchange. His administrative roles include directing the Centre for Digital Cultures (since 2012) and previously leading the Digital Cultures Research Lab (2013-2018). Beyes maintains active involvement in research projects such as the Curtius Academy within the European Haniel Program on Entrepreneurship and the Humanities (2023-2026), the TrICo Subproject on Community Art and Culture, and the Stanford-Leuphana Summer Academy funded by the Fritz Thyssen Foundation. His work demonstrates sustained engagement with both theoretical and practical dimensions of organizational and cultural phenomena in digital contexts.

Ali Yayciogluمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ottoman Empire
• Modern Turkey
• Digital Humanities
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Ali Yaycioglu is an Associate Professor of History at Stanford University , where he also serves as Director of the Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies and Middle Eastern Studies Forum and is affiliated with the Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies . His work bridges Ottoman history , digital humanities , and transnational historical analysis . B.S., Middle East Technical University, International Relations (1994) M.A., Bilkent University, History (1997) Graduate Study, McGill University, Islamic Studies (1998) Ph.D., Harvard University, History and Middle Eastern Studies (2008) Postdoctoral Fellow, Princeton University, Program in Hellenic Studies (2009) Dr. Yaycioglu's research focuses on political, economic, and legal institutions of the Ottoman Empire, as well as its social and cultural dynamics from the 16th century to the present. He employs digital tools for historical visualization and analysis, particularly through projects like Mapping Ottoman Epirus and Charting the Empire , which utilize network analysis and big data to explore statehood, financial systems, and power structures. His recent publications, including the Ottoman Digital Humanities Special Issue (2023), demonstrate his commitment to integrating digital humanities with traditional historical research. Projects such as The Order of Debt and State, Religion, and People analyze the interplay between capital, property, and state order in the 18th-19th centuries. Stanford Data Science Seed Grant Award (2018) Dr. Yaycioglu oversees digital history initiatives like Charting the Empire and Mapping Ottoman Epirus , housed in Stanford’s Center for Spatial and Textual Analysis (CESTA) . His work connects historical Ottoman systems to contemporary debates on democracy , capitalism , and political settlements , as detailed in his opinion pieces for Gazete Oksijen and other media.

Cait Lambertonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumption Behavior
• Marketing Practice
• Marketplace Dignity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cait Lamberton is the Alberto I. Duran President's Distinguished Professor of Marketing and Vice Dean and Director of the Wharton Undergraduate Division at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research focuses on Consumption Behavior , Marketplace Dignity , and Human-Technology Interaction , with significant contributions to blockchain-based valuation and consumer responses to taxation. Education : BA in English Literature (Wheaton College), MBA and PhD (University of South Carolina) Her work spans Consumer Psychology , Public Policy , and Digital Retail , emphasizing emotional engagement and ethical marketing practices. Recent publications analyze cryptocurrency adoption, post-pandemic luxury branding, and ideological consumer dynamics. Notable awards include the Thomas P. Kinnear Award , Lazaridis Prize , and Erin Anderson Award . She has served as Editor of the Journal of Marketing (2022-2025) and consults for major corporations and U.S. government agencies.

Steve Counsellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Software Engineering
• Empirical Software Engineering
• Software Metrics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Steve Counsell is a distinguished academic in the Department of Computer Science at Brunel University London's College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. Holding a PhD from Birkbeck, University of London (2002), he previously served as a Lecturer at Birkbeck and brings industry development experience to his academic role. As a Fellow of the British Computer Society, his career bridges theoretical research and practical software engineering applications. PhD in Software Engineering from Birkbeck, University of London (2002) Former Lecturer at Birkbeck Department of Computer Science Industry software development experience prior to PhD Professor Counsell's research centers on empirical software engineering with particular focus on software metrics, refactoring techniques, code smells, fault analysis, and agile methodology implementation. His work consistently emphasizes industry collaboration, addressing real-world challenges faced by developers and project managers. A significant portion of his research investigates the relationship between software structure metrics and maintainability, with extensive studies on object-oriented systems evolution and web application engineering. Analysis of his recent publication trends reveals a sustained focus on empirical validation of software engineering practices, with increasing emphasis on industrial case studies and reproducibility of results. His work spans both theoretical metric development and practical application in commercial environments, particularly examining how structural code properties correlate with fault-proneness and maintenance effort. Fellow of the British Computer Society Professor Counsell actively supervises doctoral research, currently guiding three PhD students while having successfully completed nine PhD supervisions since 2004, all within software engineering and information systems domains. His research has attracted significant funding including EPSRC grants EP/E055141/1 (as Co-investigator studying program slicing and faults), EP/H019685/1 (with Moorfields Eye Hospital on glaucoma data analysis), and current project EP/L011751/1 exploring fault prediction techniques in collaboration with industry partners. His research activities are coordinated through the CIDA research group at Brunel, where he maintains strong collaborations with industry partners to ensure practical relevance of his empirical studies. Current projects focus on analyzing industrial fault data to determine which prediction techniques provide the most accurate explanations of software faults in real-world systems.

• Optimization
• Operational Research
• Heuristics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew J. Parkes is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Operational Research and Computer Science at the University of Nottingham , affiliated with the School of Computer Science and the COL research group (formerly ASAP). He has been a member of the LANCS Initiative's executive committee and co-organized multiple streams at international conferences like OR61, EURO 2019, and OR60. His research spans optimization techniques, heuristic methods, and applications in timetabling and financial modeling.

• Computer Engineering
• IoT Systems
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dijana Stojić is an Assistant at the Department of Computer and Software Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak, University of Kragujevac. She has held this position since January 2018 while pursuing her doctoral studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a specialization in Computer Engineering, which she began in 2021. Her academic journey began with excellent results at the 'Vuk Karadžić' elementary school in Čačak, followed by the Technical School in Čačak where she majored in computer electrical engineering. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering in 2011 (average grade 9.37) and Master's degree in 2012 (perfect average grade 10.00) from the Faculty of Technology in Čačak. Her Master's thesis, 'Software Support for Active RFID Localization,' was supervised by Prof. Dr. Siniša Ranđić. Dijana's research spans multiple domains within computer engineering, with recent publications focusing on practical applications of technology in diverse fields. Her work demonstrates strong expertise in IoT systems, machine learning applications, blockchain technology, and human-computer interaction. She has published extensively on topics including earthquake detection using mobile phones, predictive models for identifying students with difficulties in online learning, medical applications like ECG monitoring with Arduino, agricultural engineering applications, and infrastructure monitoring systems. Award for best first-year student at Faculty of Technology in Čačak Award for best second-year student at Faculty of Technology in Čačak Her professional activities include serving as Student Vice-Dean at the Technical Faculty in Čačak from December 2010 to September 2012, participating in the TEMPUS SIGMUS project, and completing an internship at D.O.O. DOCUS from June 2013 to June 2014. She was a scholarship holder of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development from April 2013 to March 2017 and has been involved in significant research projects including 'Development and modeling of energy efficient, adaptable, multiprocessor and multisensory electronic low-power systems' (TR 32043) and the 'German-Serbian Collocation Dictionary for German Language and Teaching' (DeSKoll).

Brad Weissمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Anthropology
• Food Studies
• Urban Culture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brad Weiss is a Professor of Anthropology at the College of William & Mary. His research focuses on cultural transformation, value systems, and the intersections of place, identity, and globalization. He holds a PhD from the University of Chicago (1992) and has conducted extensive fieldwork in Tanzania and the United States. His work bridges topics like East African social dynamics, hip-hop culture, and contemporary food systems. Education: PhD, Anthropology, University of Chicago (1992) MA, Anthropology, University of Chicago (1986) BA, Religion, Dartmouth College (1984), Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa Research Interests: Value systems and cultural valuation Urban popular culture (e.g., hip-hop in Tanzania) Food studies (e.g., heritage breed pork in North Carolina) Globalization and local identity Awards & Honors: ACLSON Frederick Burkhardt Residential Fellowship (2003-2004) Doctoral Dissertation Awarded with Distinction (University of Chicago) Award-winning book: *Real Pigs: Shifting Values in the Field of Local Pork* (2016) Grants & Service: Directed the Program in African Studies at William & Mary (2002-2006) Edited *Cultural Anthropology* (2019-2022) and *Journal of Religion in Africa* (2005-2008) Recipient of multiple research grants, including from the Wenner-Gren Foundation and NEH Key Projects: Long-term ethnographic work in Tanzania, including studies of coffee production and urban barbershop culture Current research on North Carolina’s heritage breed pork industry and its cultural significance