جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Public Finance
• Political Economy
• Labor Market Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Marcel Thum is a leading academic in Public Finance and Political Economy, serving as Head of the ifo Dresden branch and Chair of Public Finance at TU Dresden. His research spans tax policy, climate economics, and institutional governance. He holds a PhD (1995) and Habilitation (2001) from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. Affiliations: TU Dresden (Faculty of Business Management and Economics), ifo Institute (Dresden Branch) Educations: Habilitation, University of Munich (2001) PhD, University of Munich (1995, summa cum laude) Diplom-Volkswirt, University of Munich (1990) Research Interests: Thum focuses on tax policy effectiveness, corruption dynamics, climate finance, and demographic challenges. He critiques green finance mechanisms and explores fiscal responses to energy sanctions. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., repeated extortion games) with empirical analysis of real-world policies like minimum wage impacts. Recent articles analyze regional inflation disparities in Saxony, green finance limitations, and flood migration behavior. He co-authored influential works on boardroom competence during the subprime crisis and oil dependency's educational effects. Grants & Projects: "Konzeptionelle Weiterentwicklung der Sozialen Marktwirtschaft" (2024, BMWK) "Wirtschaftspolitische Agenda für Bayern" (2024, Bavarian Ministry) "Rentenreform bei angespanntem Bundeshaushalt" (2021, FNF) Awards: 2010 Standard Life Prize (ECGI), 2005 ifo Research Prize Thum advises institutions like the German Federal Ministry of Finance and chairs the Board of the German Institute for Population Research. His teaching spans public economics, transition economies, and policy justification frameworks.

• Phenomenology
• Autopoiesis
• Critical Legal Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Andreas Philippopoulos-Mihalopoulos is Professor of Law & Theory at the University of Westminster, UK, and a leading critical legal scholar with a focus on the intersections between law, ecology, urban theory, and spatial justice. His work challenges anthropocentric legal frameworks by emphasizing the entanglement of human and non-human systems. Research Interests: Phenomenology, Autopoiesis, Critical Legal Theory, Urban Theory, Human Rights, Psychoanalysis, Theology, Geography, Art Theory. His publications include foundational texts such as Law and Ecology: New Environmental Foundations and Spatial Justice: Body, Lawscape, Atmosphere , which explore how legal systems can adapt to ecological and spatial complexities. His edited volume Law and the City provides a global analysis of urban legal dynamics, while works like Trading Environments examine historical environmental transformations through commercial knowledge. His scholarship often integrates philosophical perspectives (e.g., Foucauldian discourse analysis, Deleuzean theory) to critique traditional legal boundaries and propose innovative frameworks for environmental and spatial justice.

Eugénia da Conceição-Heldtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Organizations
• European Integration
• Global Economic Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eugénia da Conceição-Heldt is Professor and Chair of European and Global Governance at the Technical University of Munich's School of Social Sciences and Technology, a position she has held since July 2016. She previously served as reform rector of the Hochschule für Politik München and founding dean of the TUM School of Governance from 2016 to 2021, and held the chair of International Politics at TU Dresden from 2012 to 2016. Her academic career includes appointments as assistant professor at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and guest professor at Freie Universität Berlin, along with prestigious fellowships at Harvard University, the European University Institute, the Social Science Research Center Berlin, and Princeton University. Her educational background includes: PhD in Political Science from Freie Universität Berlin Habilitation at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Professor da Conceição-Heldt's research focuses on the delegation of power to international organizations, European integration processes, global economic governance structures, two-level games in international negotiations, accountability mechanisms in the digital age, and the impact of technological disruptions on political systems. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of contemporary governance challenges, particularly examining how institutions adapt to crises and technological change while maintaining democratic legitimacy. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on institutional adaptation in global governance, with particular attention to the European Union's institutional dynamics, international financial architecture, and the temporal dimensions of political decision-making. Her scholarship reveals how international and European institutions navigate tensions between independence and accountability, effectiveness and legitimacy, particularly during periods of disruption. Her distinguished career has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: TUM IAS Carl von Linde Fellowship (2022) Visiting Research Scholar at Princeton University (2022) Medal for Outstanding Contributions to the Free State of Bavaria (2019) Fulbright Fellowship at Harvard University (2015) European Research Council Consolidator Grant (2012) Heisenberg Fellowship from the German Science Foundation (2010) As an active researcher and academic leader, Professor da Conceição-Heldt has secured significant research funding including a €1.3 million ERC Consolidator Grant. Her scholarly contributions include over 40 peer-reviewed journal articles published in leading outlets such as the Journal of Common Market Studies, Journal of European Public Policy, and Review of International Political Economy, along with four monographs and multiple edited volumes. Her work bridges theoretical innovation with practical policy relevance in the fields of European and global governance.

Michael Breenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Political Economy
• Corruption Studies
• International Financial Institutions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Breen is an Associate Professor in the School of Law and Government at Dublin City University, part of the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. He specializes in international political economy, focusing on power dynamics within international financial institutions and the socio-economic impacts of corruption. His research spans over 30 peer-reviewed articles and two books, addressing topics such as IMF governance, regulatory evasion, and corruption in public infrastructure. He co-directs DCU’s Anti-Corruption Research Centre (ARC) and advises the European Commission’s DG Home Affairs on anti-corruption strategies. Notable roles include presenting at the UN and European Commission, as well as supervising numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. Dr. Breen has secured significant research funding from bodies like the Irish Research Council and Enterprise Ireland, leading projects on governance reform and financial stability. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied policy analysis, emphasizing the interplay between institutional structures and real-world outcomes. Key themes include regulatory compliance in multinational corporations, crisis management in disaster contexts, and transparency in global financial systems.

Kyle Bagwellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Trade
• Game Theory
• Industrial Organization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kyle Bagwell is the Donald L. Lucas Endowed Professor in Economics at Stanford University's Department of Economics. His research focuses on International Trade, Game Theory, Industrial Organization, and Microeconomic Theory, with a particular emphasis on the design and purpose of trade agreements like the GATT/WTO. He explores theoretical and empirical questions related to competition and cooperation in markets with asymmetric information, including collusion dynamics and advertising strategies. Bagwell's work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy analysis, examining issues such as tariff negotiations, monopolistic competition, and the strategic implications of delegation in trade policymaking. His contributions include seminal studies on multilateral trade bargaining, the role of commitment mechanisms in international agreements, and the economic analysis of WTO dispute mechanisms. He has authored numerous influential papers on topics like trade policy under monopolistic competition, the design of optimal delegation, and the economic foundations of preferential trade agreements. Bagwell is actively involved in academic discourse, contributing to the Handbook of Commercial Policy and engaging with real-world policy challenges such as the efficacy of the WTO in contemporary trade negotiations. His research integrates rigorous quantitative analysis with qualitative insights, offering critical perspectives on trade governance and market structures.

Angie Ngoc Tranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Economy
• Labor Migration Studies
• Labor Rights and Exploitation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Angie Ngoc Tran is a Professor in the Department of Social Sciences and Global Studies at California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB), where she has taught for 27 years. Her research focuses on transnational labor migration, labor rights, and social justice in Vietnam, Malaysia, the U.S., and Mexico. She holds a doctorate in political economy from the University of Southern California and a master’s in developmental economics. Her work integrates critical perspectives on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), labor-management-state relations, and ethnic dissent among migrant workers. Dr. Tran’s research highlights the vulnerabilities of Vietnamese and Mexican migrant workers, particularly women in domestic roles in Saudi Arabia and agricultural guestworkers in California. A recent Russell Sage Foundation grant supported her co-authored study on H-2A Mexican farmworkers, examining their motivations, remittance use, and risks in California. She actively advocates for social justice through local movements, including the Monterey County’s Coalition for Asian Justice and the 2024 CSU strike as a strike captain. Her publications include the 2022 book Ethnic Dissent and Empowerment: Economic Migration between Vietnam and Malaysia , analyzing ethnic groups’ labor experiences. She teaches courses on global economics, labor history, and critical CSR. Despite her extensive academic contributions, no formal awards are listed, though her grants and activism underscore her impact.

Christoph Steinertمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• International Organizations
• Human Rights Violations
• Political Imprisonment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Steinert is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Zurich, leading the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)-funded project An Empirical Study of the United Nations Human Rights Complaint Mechanisms . He also holds postdoctoral positions at the University of Geneva and the University of St. Gallen, and serves as a Policy Fellow for "Diplomacy and International Actors" at the Swiss think tank Foraus. PhD in Political Science, University of Mannheim (2022) MPhil in International Relations, University of Oxford (2018) BA in Political Science & Public Law, University of Mannheim (2016) His research focuses on political imprisonment, human rights mechanisms, and conflict recurrence. He has analyzed UN Special Procedures' complaint systems, the duration of political imprisonment in China, and pro-government militias' role in conflict relapse. His work bridges empirical political science with human rights law and authoritarian regime studies. Recent publications explore topics like the Belt and Road Initiative's influence on UN voting patterns, environmental pollution's impact on authoritarian politics, and the socioeconomic biases in international human rights remedies. These studies span methodologies from survival analysis to comparative case studies. Glenn Palmer Prize (Conflict Management and Peace Science, 2023) Will H. Moore Prize (Peace Science Society International) NEPS Medal (Network of European Peace Scientists) Palmer Prize (Peace Science Society International) Steinert's work has received funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation and the German Institute for Development Evaluation (DEval). He contributes policy analyses to platforms such as the Washington Post Monkey Cage and the Center for Security Studies at ETH Zurich. He is affiliated with research projects at the University of Geneva ("Debating Human Rights") and has evaluated human rights programs at DEval. His expertise spans international organizations, political imprisonment, and empirical conflict research.

Christoph Vanbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Economics
• Behavioral Economics
• Experimental Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Vanberg is a Professor of Political Economics and Experimental Economics at the University of Heidelberg's Department of Economics. His research focuses on the intersection of political institutions, behavioral economics, and experimental methods, particularly in legislative bargaining, decision rules, and collective action problems. He has conducted extensive work on commitment mechanisms, quorum rules, and the dynamics of coalition formation in multilateral negotiations. Key research interests include the analysis of how institutional frameworks like majority vs. unanimity rules affect bargaining efficiency, the role of communication in legislative processes, and experimental investigations of promise-keeping and norm enforcement. His work often examines real-world applications such as international environmental agreements and policy-making in organizations like the European Union. Vanberg is affiliated with the Heidelberg Experimental Economics Laboratory (AWI Lab) and contributes to the Behavioral Economics research group. His recent studies explore the strategic use of logrolling in legislative bargaining and the impact of private information on decision-making processes.

Mikhail Troitskiyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Security Studies
• Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
• Russian Foreign Policy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mikhail Troitskiy is a Visiting Professor at Tufts University’s Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and a Visiting Scholar at Harvard University’s Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies. He holds a Doctorate in International Relations from the Russian Academy of Sciences and has extensive experience in academia, policy, and international organizations. Troitskiy previously served as Dean of MGIMO University’s School of Government and International Affairs and held roles at the MacArthur Foundation and the Woodrow Wilson Center. His research focuses on security studies, conflict resolution, Russian foreign policy, and arms control. Key interests include nuclear weapons policy, negotiation theory, and the impact of 'statecraft scares' on great-power conflicts. He has published widely in journals like Survival , Problems of Postcommunism , and Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists , and contributes frequently to global media outlets. Education: Doctorate in International Relations (2003), Russian Academy of Sciences; MA in International Relations (1999), St. Petersburg State University. Professional Roles: Visiting Fellowships at Oxford, Cambridge, and the Kennan Institute; editorial roles for journals and books. Media Engagement: Commentary in Newsweek , CNN , BBC , and others. Troitskiy’s work bridges academic research and policy analysis, emphasizing negotiation strategies and the evolving geopolitical landscape of Eurasia.

Yvonne Rueckertمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• International Employment Relations
• Human Resource Management
• Multinational Corporations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yvonne Rueckert is a Senior Lecturer in International Employment Relations at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Business & Law, School of Organisations, Systems and People. She previously held positions at the University of Bradford Management School and other institutions across Germany, Spain, and Ireland. Her research focuses on international comparative employment relations, global union strategies, multinational corporations, and the governance of labour standards. Rueckert holds a PhD from Friedrich Ebert Stiftung and has contributed to prominent academic associations like BUIRA's Executive Committee since 2019. Her work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to decent work and economic growth. Education: Bachelor/Master in Sociology from Universities of Leipzig, Bamberg (Germany), and Oviedo (Spain) Research Interests: Her expertise spans global labour dynamics, multinational company employment regulation, and union strategies in transnational contexts. She examines how global unions engage with institutions like the IMF and World Bank to shape labour policies. Awards & Activities: PhD scholarships from Friedrich Ebert Stiftung and Spanish Ministry of Education Active in BUIRA, ILPC, and international conferences Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative research on global governance frameworks affecting labour rights and industrial relations.

Juan Vidal Pugaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Game Theory
• Economics
• Cost Allocation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Juan Vidal Puga is a Full Professor ( Professor Catedrático ) at the Department of Statistics and Operations Research, University of Vigo, since August 2022. He holds a PhD in Mathematical Sciences (2002) with an Extraordinary Doctoral Award and is accredited as a University Professor in both Science and Social/Legal Sciences branches. Research Areas: Game Theory, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Public Management Key Projects: Game theory and economic inequalities (2021-2025) , Climate change resilience (2022-2024) His research focuses on cooperative game theory, particularly bargaining models, cost allocation in network problems (minimum cost spanning trees, land rental agreements), and applications to environmental risk prevention. Recent work includes developing efficient Shapley-type solutions for fuzzy games and analyzing freight transportation models. Scientific Awards : Erasmus scholarship (1994-1995) Extraordinary doctoral award (2002) He has supervised two PhD students and evaluated international journals like Journal of Economic Theory , Games and Economic Behavior , and European Journal of Operational Research . Teaching includes courses on Game Theory in Public Management, Quantitative Methods, and Microsoft Office workshops.

Yuen Foong Khongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations Theory
• US-China Relations
• ASEAN Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yuen Foong Khong is Li Ka Shing Professor in Political Science at NUS and Co-Director of the Centre on Asia and Globalisation. Educated at Harvard, his research examines power transitions, historical analogies in foreign policy, and ASEAN security. Award-winning publications include foundational work on Vietnam War decision-making and analyses of US-China competition. Research explores theoretical frameworks for understanding power shifts, with recent focus on prestige politics and tributary systems in international relations. Publications demonstrate consistent methodological approach combining historical case analysis with IR theory development. Honors include the Sumner Prize, APSA Political Psychology Book Award, and Erik Erikson Award. Leads major projects on international order rules and US-China relations at the Centre on Asia and Globalisation.

• International Relations
• European Union Politics
• Multilateral Negotiations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Spyros Blavoukos is a Professor in the Department of International and European Economic Studies at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), School of Economic Sciences. His research focuses on multilateral negotiations, European Union politics, institutional analysis, and foreign policy dynamics, with particular emphasis on the role of the EU Presidency. His research interests center on the analysis of multilateral negotiations in economic and political contexts, especially within the European Union. He investigates how institutional frameworks, particularly the rotating Presidency, shape negotiation outcomes and foreign policy directions. His work bridges international relations theory and practical diplomacy, with a strong empirical focus on EU decision-making and enlargement processes. His scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on EU institutional dynamics, foreign policy coordination, and negotiation strategies. Over the past two decades, his publications have evolved from case studies of Greek EU presidencies to broader analyses of EU representation in international organizations and the impact of domestic structures on integration. Key themes include leadership in multilateral settings, crisis-driven policy change, and the interplay between national interests and supranational governance. DOSEI research program nominated for Pan-European Cartesius Award for Research Excellence (2007) Blavoukos has led and participated in international research programs, including the DOSEI project on domestic structures and European integration. While specific grant details are not listed, his involvement in high-level collaborative research and publication in elite journals indicates sustained research funding and academic leadership. He likely advises PhD and Master’s students in international relations and European studies, contributing to the next generation of scholars in the field. His work is associated with research initiatives focused on European integration and international diplomacy, particularly through collaborative programs like DOSEI. While no formal lab is mentioned, his scholarship is embedded in networks of European political scientists studying institutional negotiation and EU governance.

Rekha Dattaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Empowerment of Women
• Comparative Politics
• India
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rekha Datta, Ph.D. is Professor and Freed Endowed Chair in Social Sciences in the Department of Political Science and Sociology at Monmouth University. She joined the university faculty in 1994 and was promoted to full professor in 2008. Beyond her teaching responsibilities, Datta has held numerous significant administrative positions including interim provost and vice president for academic affairs (2019-2021), department chair (2000-2010), founding director of the Global Understanding Project, interim director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (2014-2015), and interim vice provost for global education (2015-2016). Dr. Datta received her undergraduate education at Presidency University in Kolkata (Calcutta), India, earned an M.A. in political science at the University of Calcutta, and completed her Ph.D. in political science at the University of Connecticut in 1990. Datta's research focuses on Empowerment of Women, Comparative Politics, India, Pakistan, Political Development, Human Security, and the United Nations. Her work demonstrates a consistent commitment to understanding gender issues, political development in South Asia, and human security frameworks. As a Fulbright U.S. Scholar recipient (2017-2018), she has conducted research and teaching in India, further strengthening her expertise in South Asian political systems. Her recent publications span topics including gender discrimination in rural India, India's foreign policy regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and educational challenges during the pandemic. These works reflect her ability to connect theoretical frameworks with contemporary global challenges. Outstanding Leader in Experiential Learning award (2011) Global Visionary Award (2012) Distinguished Teaching Award (2003) Humanitarian of the Year Award (2004) Datta has served as a first-year advisor and on numerous University committees. She founded Women and Girls' Education International, a New Jersey-based non-profit providing educational support for marginalized women and girls. Her leadership extends beyond campus through service on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth and Middlesex Counties. She has also been instrumental in establishing the Monmouth University Polling Institute and has served on the Committee on the Status of Representation and Diversity of the International Studies Association. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on World Politics, A Comparative Study of Women in the World, Democracy in Asia and South Asia, and Early Political Thought.

Louis-Alexandre Bergمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Civil War and State Formation
• Post-Conflict Peacebuilding
• Security Sector Reform
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Louis-Alexandre Berg is an Assistant Professor in the Political Science Department and Global Studies Institute at Georgia State University (GSU), College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on violent conflict, crime in weak states, and foreign aid impacts on state formation. He holds a PhD in Government from Georgetown University, an MPA from Princeton, and a BA from Brown University. His current book project examines security sector restructuring in war-torn countries like Liberia and Bosnia, based on fieldwork in Africa and the Balkans. Research & Professional Background: Berg’s work bridges academia and policy, with experience at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center, U.S. Institute of Peace, and roles with the World Bank, USAID, and UNDP. His research interests include post-conflict peacebuilding, urban violence, and rule of law institutions in fragile states. He has advised on security programs in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and South Asia. Key Contributions: His articles address security sector reform, civil-military relations, and bilateral/multilateral peacebuilding strategies. Recent work highlights how political contexts shape foreign aid efficacy and explores organized crime’s role in post-war governance. Honors include the Jennings-Randolph Peace Scholarship and Presidential Management Fellowship. Academic & Policy Engagement: Berg collaborates with international organizations and governments to design evidence-based approaches to statebuilding and security governance. His fieldwork spans multiple continents, emphasizing practical applications of theoretical research.