Stefano Zambelli is a Full Professor of Political Economy at the Department of Economics and Management, University of Trento, Italy. Previously, he held academic positions at Aalborg University, Denmark, including roles as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor of Economics. His research focuses on political economy, computational economics, and monetary policy. He has extensive teaching experience across undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels in macroeconomics, computable economics, and business cycle theories. Education includes a Nuclear Physics diploma and a cum laude Economics degree from the University of Modena. He has held visiting roles at UCLA, Bologna University, and Modena University. His research interests span Sraffian economics, algorithmic social sciences, and the methodology of economics. He is a founding member of the Algorithmic Social Sciences Research Unit (ASSRU) at Trento University and has led departmental roles, including Head of Department in 2010-2011. Zambelli’s work critiques neoclassical economics, emphasizing computational methods and classical traditions. His awards include the 2015 Premio Internazionale NordSud. He has supervised numerous theses and contributed to projects on economic integration, technological progress measurement, and nonlinear dynamics in economic systems.
Alviera Bussotti serves as a Researcher within Sapienza University of Rome's Department of Modern Literature and Culture, teaching undergraduate courses across multiple degree programs including Theater, Cinema, Media; Literature Music Entertainment; Fashion and Costume Sciences; and Modern Letters. Institutions of Italian Literature (1st year, 2nd semester) for Theater, Cinema, Media students Italian Theatrical Literature (2nd/3rd years, multiple semesters) for Literature Music Entertainment and Fashion and Costume Sciences students Italian Literature III A (3rd year, 1st semester) for Modern Letters students Her scholarship centers on Italian literary production from the seventeenth through nineteenth centuries with concentrated analysis of: Ethical frameworks in literary texts Intermedial relationships between theatrical and novelistic forms Autobiographical writing practices Structure and function of literary academies Key subjects include Gravina, Muratori, Martello, Conti, Goldoni, Alfieri, and the periodical "Il Conciliatore," with recurring investigations of virtue lexicons, tragic representation, and classicism within European intellectual history. Analysis of her 2020-2024 publications reveals sustained engagement with political dimensions of Enlightenment theatre, transnational diplomatic networks, and historical semantics of virtue, methodologically integrating philological precision with philosophical inquiry. No scientific awards, graduate student advisement records, research grants, or laboratory affiliations were documented in the source materials.
Andrea Imperia is an Associate Professor in Economics at the Department of Social and Economic Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome. Her research focuses on International Economics and Finance, Labor Markets, and History of Economic Thought, with a particular emphasis on economic policy analysis and historical economic models. Ph.D. in Economics, Sapienza University of Rome (2006) Master Degree in Economics, University of Rome 'Tor Vergata' (2001) Degree in Economics, University of Rome 'La Sapienza' (1998) Her teaching portfolio includes Political Economy, National Accounting, and Mathematics for Economics, with international collaborations through Erasmus agreements. She has presented research at numerous international conferences including European Society for the History of Economic Thought and Euroasia Business and Economics Society meetings. Recent publications analyze EU economic convergence, Gustav Cassel's theoretical contributions, and sustainability-driven consumer behavior for IOT products. Her work spans economic history, policy critique, and contemporary financial challenges. Andrea Imperia serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Economics and Financial Research and participates in conference scientific committees. She is member of the European Society for the History of Economic Thought, Società Italiana di Economia, and World Economics Association.
Rainer Stöttner is a full professor at the University of Kassel , leading the Department of Economics. His work focuses on banking, insurance, financial market analysis, technical market analysis, portfolio management, and international finance . Key Research Themes: Market technical analysis, portfolio optimization, financial market efficiency, and monetary policy frameworks. Publications: Over 30 works spanning books, journal articles, and conference papers, with significant contributions to understanding financial market volatility, trading strategies, and the implications of European Monetary Union. Academic Contributions: Authored a habilitation thesis on financial analysis (1989) and a dissertation on monetary growth theory (1981). Co-edited a volume on banks and project financing in Eastern Europe (1996). Teaching: Delivered comprehensive lecture notes on microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial engineering, and investment theory, emphasizing practical applications in capital markets. Policy Engagement: Provided expert reports for institutions like the Institute for Applied Economic Research and State Central Bank of Hesse, addressing topics such as consumer behavior, investment dynamics, and EMU implications.
Jeff Strabone is an Associate Professor of English at Connecticut College, where he has taught since 2010 and serves as Media, Rhetoric, and Communication Pathway Coordinator. He holds a B.A. from Dartmouth College, an M.A. from Northwestern University, and M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees from New York University. His research centers on British eighteenth-century and Romantic-era literature with a focus on cultural nationalisms across England, Scotland, and Wales, media theory, and intersections of race, nation, and empire. Strabone employs an Archipelagic approach to examine how poets and antiquarians repurposed medieval texts to construct cultural national identities, particularly through his acclaimed book Poetry and British Nationalisms in the Bardic Eighteenth Century: Imagined Antiquities . His scholarly work reveals consistent engagement with transnational literary networks, manuscript circulation practices, and the political dimensions of media ecologies. Strabone's publications span journals like ELH and Eighteenth-Century Life , with recurring themes in Romantic medievalism, postcolonial critiques of empire, and the material history of texts. As an active member of the American Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies and British Association for Romantic Studies, he co-organized international conferences on Historical Poetics (2019, 2021) and was a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh's Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities (2011). Beyond academia, Strabone co-founded New Brooklyn Theatre (2012-2021), where his site-specific production of The Death of Bessie Smith helped save a Brooklyn hospital from closure, demonstrating his commitment to community-engaged artistic practice.
Kostis Velonis is an Associate Professor at Athens School of Fine Arts, where he has established himself as a significant figure in contemporary sculpture and installation art. His academic background includes an MRes in Humanities and Cultural Studies from London Consortium (Birkbeck College, ICA, AA, Tate), studies in Arts Plastiques/Esthétiques at Université Paris 8 (D.E.A), and a PhD from the Department of Architecture at NTUA University of Athens. His practice bridges academic theory with artistic creation, maintaining an active exhibition schedule while contributing to the educational mission of ASFA. MRes in Humanities and Cultural Studies, London Consortium (Birkbeck College, ICA, AA, Tate) Arts Plastiques/Esthétiques, Université Paris 8 (D.E.A) PhD in Architecture, NTUA University of Athens Velonis's research centers on the comic and awkward condition of objects as subjects, exploring moral implications of failure and clumsiness through daydreaming and frustrated reality. His systematic vocabulary references modernity via architectural typologies including ancient Greek theatre structures, podium politics, avant-garde propaganda booths, and domestic subpolitics. His work investigates slapstick aesthetics as a framework for understanding contemporary political and social structures, with particular emphasis on how failure and clumsiness function within modern architectural and social systems. Analysis of Velonis's recent fifteen works reveals consistent engagement with slapstick as conceptual framework, environmental concerns, and reinterpretations of mythological narratives through contemporary materials. His installations frequently utilize architectural forms to examine political structures, with recurring motifs of domesticity, precarious dwelling, and marine environments. The works demonstrate a sophisticated integration of material studies with theoretical frameworks, particularly in how everyday objects become vessels for complex political commentary. His exploration of Buster Keaton's cinematic techniques translated into sculptural practice represents a unique contribution to understanding failure as productive rather than merely negative. While no specific scientific awards are documented in the provided materials, Velonis's work has been featured in significant international exhibitions including documenta 14, Fridericianum in Kassel, and major institutions such as the DESTE Foundation, Whitechapel Gallery, and Kunsthalle Osnabrück. His participation in the Onassis Festival and residency at Akademie Schloss Solitude represent notable professional recognition. Velonis has actively engaged with students through workshops including the 'Sensory Ecologies' Workshop with graduate students from École supérieure d'art et de design Talm-Angers at the Hydra Island art station (2022) and the 'Wind Methodologies' project. His teaching extends beyond traditional classroom settings into collaborative exhibition projects and theoretical discussions on sculpture, modernity, and political narratives. Though specific grant information isn't detailed, his international residencies at institutions like Princeton University's Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies indicate significant research support. Velonis's practice operates through collaborative networks rather than traditional laboratory settings. His work with HEAD2HEAD connects Athens and Reykjavik art scenes, while projects like 'Life Without Tragedy' at Governor's Island demonstrate interdisciplinary team approaches. His engagement with artist-run initiatives like State of Concept and collaborations with institutions such as NEON Foundation and DESTE Foundation create dynamic ecosystems for his artistic research, often transforming domestic and historical spaces into sites of critical inquiry.
Andries Weidemann is a Lecturer in Classical Dance at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University, where he has taught since 2009. A South African-born dancer and choreographer, he bridges performance practice with academic rigor in classical dance education. His educational background includes: Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (ECU, 2013) Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (ECU, 2013) Currently completing Master of Education (Research) at ECU Weidemann's research centers on biomechanics and health in dance, with emphasis on leg alignment, turnout mechanics, and injury prevention in ballet. His work integrates sports science with classical technique to optimize dancer performance and safety. He actively publishes in dance medicine journals while maintaining a parallel career in choreography. His scholarly output reveals a dual trajectory: scientific publications analyze biomechanical principles in ballet, while creative works span major productions for WAAPA, West Australian Ballet, and Opera. This synergy between empirical research and artistic practice defines his contribution to dance scholarship. His recognition includes: ECU Vice Chancellor’s Staff Award for Engagement (2013) Weidemann supervises Honours students and serves as Associate Supervisor for doctoral research. He contributes to industry projects like the PwC Skills for Australia initiative and collaborates with The Royal Academy of Dance and Cecchetti Society. His grant activity focuses on health in performing arts research. As a practicing choreographer, he creates for WA Ballet, Opera, and major events including the CHOGM 2011 opening ceremony, demonstrating applied expertise across academic and professional performance domains.
Olaf Posch is a Professor of Economics, specializing in Methods of Economics, at the Department of Economics within the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences at the University of Hamburg. His research integrates macroeconomic theory, econometrics, and computational methods to analyze dynamic equilibrium models, asset pricing, and policy design. Research Interests: His primary research areas include Macroeconomics, Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium (DSGE) models, Asset Pricing, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, Econometrics, Structural Estimation, and Continuous-Time Modeling. He investigates the implications of uncertainty, rare disasters, heterogeneous agents, and public policy on macroeconomic dynamics and financial markets. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on advancing the estimation and solution methods of macroeconomic models. He explores the role of uncertainty (e.g., Peso problems, Poisson shocks), the impact of fiscal policy and debt maturity (e.g., FTPL), and the importance of risk in model approximations. His work often bridges theoretical innovation with empirical application, using mixed-frequency data and structural estimation techniques. Scientific Grants: DFG Project No. 268475812: 'Dynamic equilibrium models' – Developing a continuous-time New Keynesian model. DFG Project No. 446166239: 'Fiscal Sustainability'. DFG Project No. 510995673: 'Fiscal policy in models with heterogeneous agents'. Advising and Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, he frequently collaborates with co-authors on research projects and working papers, indicating an active role in mentoring junior researchers. He is the principal investigator on multiple DFG-funded projects, demonstrating significant grant acquisition and research leadership. Laboratories and Research Teams: He leads a research team at the University of Hamburg, including Corinna Kienle, Réka Rátfai, and Josie Oetjen, focused on dynamic equilibrium models and macroeconomic policy analysis.
Pau Salvador Pujolas Fons is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at McMaster University . His scholarly work focuses on international trade, macroeconomics, and productivity, with a particular emphasis on trade disruptions, resource allocation, and policy evaluation. He contributes to global economic discourse through publications in top journals and has been involved in policy-relevant research on Canadian trade dynamics and fiscal challenges. Education Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics, Pompeu Fabra University Master of Arts in Economics, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona PhD in Economics, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (2013) His research bridges theoretical and applied economics, examining topics such as trade wars , Canadian productivity stagnation , and labor share decline . His recent publications (2024) address trade disruptions, oil sands' impact on productivity, and neoclassical growth models. Earlier works explore fiscal discipline, minimum wage policies, and luxury import dynamics. Key trends in his articles include quantitative trade models, resource curse effects, and policy distortions in productivity. Despite significant media engagement, including expert analysis on U.S.-Canada trade tensions, no scientific awards are explicitly documented in the provided data. He has served as an instructor for courses such as International Trade, Development and Investment (ECON 751) and Macroeconomic Theory I (ECON 723), with teaching spanning 2011–2025.
Emanuela Cardia is a Full Professor in the Department of Economics at Université de Montréal's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. She directs the Centre interuniversitaire de recherche en économie quantitative (CIREQ) and specializes in macroeconomics, international economics, and economic history. Her research examines business cycle transmission across sectors and countries, fiscal policy impacts, labor market dynamics, and long-term economic trends. Significant contributions analyze female employment patterns during the Great Depression and WWII, Ricardian equivalence in open economies, and sectoral price rigidity effects on aggregate fluctuations. Recent publications investigate childcare's role in female labor participation, crowding-in effects of public spending, and demographic consequences of economic crises. Dr. Cardia employs dynamic general equilibrium models, time-use analysis, and econometric methods to study intertemporal economic behavior.
Adam Ozanne is an Honorary Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Manchester . He has been affiliated with the university since 1985, serving as a lecturer from 1988 and senior lecturer from 2002. His research spans agricultural economics, political economy, and critiques of neoclassical economics. Educational Background: BSc in Physics and Astronomy (1975), Queen Elizabeth College, University of London MA in Rural Development (1984), University of East Anglia PhD in Agricultural Economics (1985–1988), University of Manchester Research Interests include agricultural production economics, agri-environmental policy, asymmetric information, and the role of power in economic systems. Recently, he has focused on integrating power dynamics into general equilibrium frameworks and critiquing neoclassical economics. Publications highlight his work on Piketty’s theories, rural poverty in China, and the intersection of power and economic growth. His research contributes to understanding income inequality, governance, and sustainable development. Administrative Roles: He serves as an elected member of Senate, Secretary of the University of Manchester UCU branch, and a UCU National Executive Committee member.
Dr. Ariel Luis Wirkierman is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the Institute of Management Studies (IMS), Goldsmiths, University of London. He holds a PhD in Economics from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (Italy), MSc in Economics from National University of La Plata (Argentina), and Licentiate in Economics from University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Research Focus: Historical roots of structural interdependence Technological impulses and social implications Circularity in economic systems Global interdependencies and regional specialization Productivity measurement from classical perspectives Publications Trends: His work spans structural economic dynamics, input-output networks, and innovation ecosystems. Recent articles analyze EU regional employment imbalances, productivity homogenization, and global value chain distribution profiles. He integrates classical political economy with modern computational methods (e.g., Leontief-Markov hybrid models). Methodological Contributions: Developed simulation models for public sector technological competition, hyper-integrated productivity frameworks, and fractal structure metrics for EU innovation systems.
Liisa-Helena Lumberg-Paramonova is a Lecturer and Doctoral Student at the Estonian Academy of Arts , where she teaches art history from Renaissance to Romanticism and serves as Head of the BA Programme in Art History and Visual Culture (currently on parental leave). Her research focuses on 19th-century Baltic art historiography, examining art as a system of knowledge production that intertwines rational and emotional endeavors. PhD candidate, supervised by Krista Kodres Master's degree (cum laude) in Art History Bachelor's degree (cum laude) in Art History Her scholarly work bridges art history with cultural studies, analyzing topics such as Baltic German artists' travel practices, Enlightenment-era knowledge exchange, and the role of art in institutional contexts. She has presented at international conferences including the Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies (2024) and The Making of the Humanities XI (2024). Recent publications explore art's activist potential in 19th-century Estonia, digital media's impact on art historical emotions, and lithography's role in European art dissemination. She has received multiple awards including the Estonian National Culture Foundation scholarship (2021) and the President Lennart Meri award (2018). 2021 Estonian National Culture Foundation Young Art Scholar Scholarship 2020 EKA Research Publication Award 2019 Böckler-Mare-Balticum Stipendium 2018 Lennart Meri Award for Master's thesis
Muriel Norde is a full Professor of Scandinavian Linguistics at the Department of Northern European Studies , Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, since 2013. Her research focuses on historical linguistics , construction grammar , and degrammaticalization in Germanic languages, particularly Scandinavian varieties. She has extensive experience in corpus linguistics and diachronic morphological analysis . Current Role: Professor at Humboldt-Universität Berlin Past Affiliations: University of Groningen (1997-2013), University of Amsterdam (1998-2003) Research Highlights : Spearheads the BiNoKo Corpus project for comparative historical register analysis. Leads international collaborations on exaptation in morphology and evaluative morphology . Key publications in Diachronic Construction Grammar and libfixes in European languages. Academic Contributions : Authored 83+ publications with over 21,182 reads. Notable works include studies on Swedish genitive evolution , Dutch diminutives , and modal constructions in Old Swedish . Her 2023 Frontiers in Psychology paper co-analyzes register pervasiveness across cultures. Supervision : Serves as promotor or committee member for 9+ PhD theses, including projects on Old Norwegian syntax , Dutch productivity shifts , and Norwegian demonstrative reinforcement . Collaborates with universities in Edinburgh, Ghent, Leuven, and Oslo.
Manuel Santos is a Professor of Economics at the Miami Herbert Business School, University of Miami. He holds a faculty position in the Economics department and can be reached at m.santos2@miami.edu or (305)284-3984. Professor Santos's research spans multiple domains within economics, with a particular focus on macroeconomic modeling, asset pricing, and business applications of data analytics. His work bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical applications in healthcare, sports marketing, and business intelligence. He has developed computational methods for simulating dynamic equilibrium models and has examined investment patterns across countries through neoclassical growth theory. His publication record from 2012-2019 reveals a distinctive interdisciplinary approach, connecting economic theory with healthcare systems analysis, sports consumer behavior, and data-driven business decision making. Santos frequently applies mathematical economics to real-world problems, particularly in healthcare settings where he has published on infection control and maternity care triage systems using data mining techniques. Professor Santos collaborates extensively across disciplines, working with researchers in business, healthcare, and sports management fields. His research demonstrates how economic principles can inform practical business decisions while advancing theoretical understanding of macroeconomic phenomena. Though specific grant information isn't provided in the available text, his sustained publication record suggests active research funding.
