Dr. Michael Murphree is a Senior Lecturer in International Business at the University of Sydney Business School. His research focuses on foreign direct investment, technology development, and innovation systems in China and other emerging markets. He holds a PhD and MIA from Georgia Institute of Technology. Member of China Studies Centre Editorial Board Member: Journal of International Business Policy & Journal of International Management Research emphasizes global value chains, cross-border entrepreneurship, and institutional impacts on firm strategies. Notable work includes analyzing Taiwanese FDI in China and Newfoundland's offshore oil industry. His 2011 book on China's innovation dynamics won major awards. 2020 Industry Studies Association Emerging Scholar Award 2012 BISA Best Book Award Teaching includes courses on comparative innovation systems and globalization. Current projects explore young Taiwanese entrepreneurs and family business succession in Taiwan.
Professor Jakob Edler holds dual roles as Professor of Innovation Policy and Strategy at the University of Manchester and Executive Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research. He previously led the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR) from 2011 to 2019. His research focuses on governance of innovation systems, public procurement, and internationalization of R&D. He has advised numerous national and international bodies, including the EU Commission and the German Science Council. Edler earned a PhD in Political Science (with distinction) from the University of Mannheim, alongside master’s degrees in Business Administration and Political Science/Economic History. Education: PhD in Political Science (University of Mannheim, Distinction) Master’s in Business Administration/Management (University of Mannheim) Master’s in Political Science/Economic History (University of Mannheim, Dartmouth College) His research explores policy evaluation, demand-driven innovation, and sustainable development goals. Notable projects include the EU-funded SIPER evaluation initiative and the OSIRIS center analyzing science-society impacts. Edler has authored over 214 publications, including works on governance frameworks and procurement strategies. He received accolades such as membership in acatech (German National Academy) and leadership roles in global forums like Eu-SPRI. His work contributes to UN SDGs through policy frameworks for equitable innovation systems.
Professor Chien Ming Wang is the Transport and Main Roads Chair Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of Queensland (UQ) since 2017. He also holds an Adjunct Professor position at Monash University and contributes to the Centre for Marine Science within UQ’s Faculty of Science. Alumnus of the Year 2015, Monash University Chartered Structural Engineer Educational Background : Bachelor of Civil Engineering (First Class Honours), Monash University, 1978 M.Eng.Sc. and Ph.D., Monash University, 1980 & 1982 Research Focus : Pioneering Very Large Floating Structures (VLFS) with applications in floating bridges, oil storage, and aquaculture systems. His work spans structural stability, vibration analysis, optimization of arches, and nonlocal theories for nanostructures. He developed Hencky bar-chain models and Shooting-Optimization Technique for boundary value problems. Scientific Leadership : Authored 500+ journal papers, 6 books, and 4 edited volumes with over 26,000 citations. Led $10M+ in industrial projects including Blue Economy CRC initiatives. Holds multiple patents in floating structures and aquaculture systems. 2019 Nishino Medal 2019 JN Reddy Medal IStructE Singapore Structural Award for Sustainability 2016 Minister of National Development R&D Special Mention 2017 Advising & Collaborations : Supervised 28 PhD and 20 MEng students, including work with NUS , SINTEF , and PolyU . Current projects involve offshore seaweed farms, self-healing concrete, and hybrid timber-cardboard composites.
Dr. J. Bradford Jensen is the McCrane/Shaker Chair of International Business at the McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University. He also serves as a nonresident senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. His research focuses on international trade, globalization, and the economic impacts of services offshoring, utilizing plant-level microdata to analyze firm heterogeneity and trade disputes. Ph.D. in Economics, Stanford University B.A., Kalamazoo College Jensen's work has influenced high-level trade policy, including citations in the U.S. Trade Representative's TiSA negotiations and the Economic Report of the President . His research on services trade and firm dynamics has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, and MacArthur Foundation. He has held academic roles at Carnegie Mellon University and Dartmouth College, as well as leadership positions at the U.S. Census Bureau and Peterson Institute.
Annette Alstadsæter is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), affiliated with the Business School. She serves as Head of SKATTEFORSK – Centre for Tax and Behavioral Research, a leading research center focusing on tax policy, evasion, and behavioral responses. Her work is deeply rooted in empirical public economics and has significant policy implications. Her research interests include: Tax Evasion and Avoidance Wealth Inequality and Offshore Wealth Corporate Taxation and Profit Shifting Behavioral Responses to Tax Systems Policy Evaluation using Microdata Socioeconomic Impacts of Crises (e.g., COVID-19) Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on real-world tax compliance issues, often using Norwegian and international microdata. She frequently collaborates with top economists such as Gabriel Zucman and Niels Johannesen. Her work appears in premier journals including the American Economic Review , Journal of Public Economics , and Economic Policy , demonstrating both academic rigor and policy relevance. Notable scientific contributions include studies on offshore real estate ownership, wealth tax compliance, social networks in tax avoidance, and the impact of the pandemic on employment inequality. While no formal list of awards is provided, her high-impact publications and leadership role suggest significant recognition in the field. Annette Alstadsæter actively advises and mentors through her research center and collaborations. She leads major research initiatives and has secured funding for empirical studies on tax systems. Her work with administrative and survey data indicates access to substantial research grants and institutional support. She leads SKATTEFORSK, a dedicated research center at NMBU that brings together economists and policy analysts to study taxation and behavioral responses. The center produces influential policy-relevant research and fosters collaboration across institutions.
Elias Dinopoulos is a Professor of Economics at the University of Florida, affiliated with the Department of Economics within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He previously held faculty positions at Michigan State University and Brown University. His research focuses on international trade policy, global income inequality, and endogenous growth theory. He received the prestigious 1994 Schumpeter Prize from the International Joseph Schumpeter Society and served as co-editor for major journals including the Review of Development Economics (2001–2020) and Journal of Evolutionary Economics (2005–2018). Education: PhD in Economics from Columbia University (1985), BA from Harvard College (1979). His work explores topics such as tariff wars, innovation contests, credit constraints, and the interplay between trade and labor markets. Recent publications address global economic dynamics, policy conundrums between growth and employment, and the impact of trade policies on inequality. He has consulted for institutions like the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, contributing to policy design and economic analysis. Key themes in his research include Schumpeterian growth models, globalization effects, and the structural transformation of economies. His articles frequently analyze how technological change, trade policies, and institutional frameworks shape income distribution, unemployment, and long-term economic development.
Dr Enrico Vanino is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Sheffield's School of Economics, appointed in 2019. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Birmingham (2016) and has prior affiliations with the London School of Economics (LSE) and the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR). His roles include organizing the Sheffield Economic Research Paper Series and economics seminars. Enrico specializes in applied microeconometrics, focusing on international economics, economic geography, and regional development. Education: Bachelor's in International Economics, University of Padova (2009) MSc in Economics, University of Birmingham (2011) PhD in Economics, University of Birmingham (2016) Research interests span firms' behavior under globalization, trade policy impacts, and spatial economic disparities. He examines topics like trade defense instruments, infrastructure-driven economic diversification, and environmental adaptation strategies. Enrico collaborates with institutions like LSE's Department of Geography and Environment and has published in journals such as Economica and Journal of International Economics . Teaching: Enrico teaches Research Methods and Introductory Econometrics, emphasizing real-world applications and linking coursework to cutting-edge research. He actively supervises PhD students in microeconometrics, trade, and development economics. Affiliations: In addition to the University of Sheffield, he is affiliated with LSE and collaborates with NIESR on external research projects.
Bram Timmermans is a researcher at Aalborg University Business School, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His work focuses on economics, innovation systems, and labor dynamics, with a strong emphasis on Denmark and global operations networks. Research Focus: Labor mobility, offshoring, human capital, and technology transfer in knowledge-intensive industries. Collaborations: Active in European Commission-funded projects and EU FP7 programs, collaborating with institutions across Scandinavia and Europe. Publications: 54 research outputs spanning journals like Journal of Technology Transfer and Economic Geography , book chapters, and working papers. Consultancy: Advised on R&D corporations and job market impacts, leveraging expertise in innovation policy and corporate dynamics. Media: Contributed to public debates on workplace diversity and journalism in Denmark. His recent articles explore semantic similarity metrics for science mapping, workplace diversity impacts on innovation, and evolutionary economic challenges in resource-rich industries. Key trends in his work include labor mobility from R&D-intensive firms, knowledge spillovers, and policy frameworks for growth-oriented entrepreneurship. Bram has supervised PhD research and participated in editorial peer review for journals like Industrial and Corporate Change . No explicit scientific awards are documented in the provided materials.
Rudi P. Nielsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University, Denmark. His research lies at the intersection of chemical engineering, sustainable energy, and materials innovation, with a focus on high-pressure, high-temperature processes, biofuels, pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction, and chemical recycling—particularly of wind turbine blades and polymer waste. Department: Department of Chemistry and Bioscience School: Faculty of Engineering and Science University: Aalborg University (AAU), Esbjerg Campus Email: rudi@bio.aau.dk ORCID: 0000-0001-8820-1445 Phone: +45 9940 3565 Address: Niels Bohrs Vej 8, C2-416, 6700 Esbjerg, Denmark His research interests include sustainable chemical production, carbon capture and storage (CCS), production chemicals in the oil and gas sector, and the development of green fuels. He is actively involved in national and industry-linked projects aiming to decarbonize energy systems and enable circular economy solutions. His work often integrates experimental and process analysis approaches for environmental and industrial applications. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward sustainability, energy transition, and waste valorization. Topics include carbon capture plant efficiency, repurposing wind turbine blades, hydrothermal lignin depolymerization, and enhancing cement for well abandonment. These works span disciplines such as chemical engineering, materials science, environmental technology, and renewable energy systems, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact. Scientific Awards: Esbjerg Universitetspris (2010) – Recognizing contributions to research, education, and innovation. Advising and Grants: Rudi P. Nielsen has supervised at least one PhD student and served as an external examiner for BSc and MSc projects. He is actively securing research funding, serving as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-Investigator (CoI) on multiple projects funded by Innovation Fund Denmark, EUDP, Danish Offshore Technology Center, and regional development funds. Key projects include Pyrogreen (pyrolysis for green fuels), CarbonAdapt (CO2 storage infrastructure), and SCBarrier (well abandonment materials). Labs and Research Teams: He is part of the Chemical and Bioengineering research group at AAU Esbjerg, collaborating closely with researchers such as M. E. Simonsen, M. Maschietti, and S. Pedersen. The team engages in experimental and applied research with strong industry partnerships, particularly in offshore technology, energy systems, and sustainable materials.
Codrin Nedita is a Lecturer in economics at the University of Washington Bothell School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2010) and a B.Sc. in Economics and Business Law from ASE Bucharest, Romania (1997). His research interests include international economics, economic development, innovation, technological change, and health economics, with a focus on the impact of stronger intellectual property rights (IPRs) on the productivity of Indian pharmaceutical firms. He has contributed to working papers such as "IPRs, Innovation, Imitation and Offshoring: The Case of the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry" "Intellectual Property Rights Regimes and the Choice of R&D Outsourcing" "The Transitional Dynamics of Innovation and Imitation Following the Imposition of Stronger Intellectual Property Rights in Developing Countries" "Productivity Improvements Following the Imposition of Stronger Intellectual Property Rights" Scientific awards include the 2009 Graduate Student Teaching Award in Economics for an Outstanding Instructor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Nedita has extensive teaching experience, including Principles of Macroeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, International Economics, Health Economics, and Environmental Economics. He previously served as Assistant Professor (2010–2015) and Associate Professor (2015–2016) at Eureka College, where he developed a minor and individualized major in economics. He has participated in numerous university service roles, including co-organizer of the 36th Mary Newson Lecture on International Affairs and representation on committees such as the Institutional Review Board, Strategic Development Committee, and Pi Gamma Mu National Honor Society.
Oliver Som is a Professor and Head of the Department of Innovation Management and Innovation Economics at the Management Center Innsbruck (MCI). He holds a Dr. rer. pol. from the University of Flensburg and a Mag. from the University of Stuttgart. His research focuses on innovation management, digital transformation, SME innovation patterns, and eco-innovation. He has led numerous high-impact projects such as the MEIS-SME initiative to enhance Egyptian SME innovation capabilities and the AlpBioEco project on bioeconomy value chains. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, including strategic foresight and innovation policy design. Key research areas include organizational innovation, absorptive capacity, and the role of digital technologies in transforming industries. He has received prestigious awards such as the Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize nomination and the Innovation Award 2007. His contributions span over 150 publications and include leadership roles in academic conferences and advisory boards. Som actively engages in policy consultations, notably advising the German government on innovation strategies for non-research-intensive firms.
Kuntal Bhattacharyya is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing and Operations at the Scott College of Business, Indiana State University. He has held significant administrative roles including Department Chairperson (2018–2021) and currently serves as Executive Director (2021–present). He also directs the Center for Supply Management Research (CSMR), fostering industry-academia collaboration. Education: Ph.D., Operations Management (Information Systems Minor), Kent State University, 2011 M.B.A., Management (Minor in Applied Statistics), The University of Akron, 2005 M.S., Electrical Engineering (Semiconductor Fabrication), The University of Texas at Arlington, 2003 B.S., Electrical & Electronics Engineering, BIET, 2000 His research spans Supply Chain Management , Sustainable Supply Chains , Supply Chain Risk Management , and Global Sourcing . He integrates quantitative modeling, blockchain, and Six Sigma methodologies to solve real-world operational challenges. His expertise is reflected in courses such as Global Sourcing (OSCM 455/555), Strategic Supply Chain Decisions (PMBA 612), and the capstone Global Supply Chain Management (OSCM 490). The 15 most recent publications reveal a strong focus on supplier performance modeling , blockchain in supply chains , conflict mineral tracking , and resilience through technology . These works span disciplines including operations research, sustainability, service quality, and humanitarian logistics, demonstrating interdisciplinary depth and practical relevance. Scientific Awards and Honors: Career Readiness Advocate (2020) Dean's Achievement Award (2018) Best Paper Award, Academy of Business Review (2016) Teaching Excellence Award (2015) Outstanding Academic Advisor Award (2017) Summer Research Grants and multiple internal funding awards Dr. Bhattacharyya has secured numerous grants from Indiana State University and external foundations like the Wabash Valley Community Foundation, supporting student research and center development. He actively mentors students through research projects and capstone courses. He has served on key university committees related to strategic planning, diversity, faculty governance, and community engagement. His consulting experience with firms like Toyota Material Handling and Masterbrand Cabinets further strengthens his applied perspective. He leads the Center for Supply Management Research (CSMR) , which serves as a hub for supply chain innovation, student experiential learning, and industry partnerships. The center has received continuous internal funding, reflecting its institutional importance.
Birte Holst Jørgensen is a Senior Researcher at DTU Wind Energy, specializing in energy policy, technology strategies, and international collaboration. She holds a PhD in Political Sciences (Copenhagen University) and an MSc in Business Economics (Copenhagen Business School). Her roles include chairing the IEA Expert Group on R&D Priority-Setting, leading the Sino-Danish Center’s Sustainable Energy program, and advising Denmark’s national transmission system operator Energinet. She has extensive experience in executive management, including Nordic Energy Research and DTU Management. Education: PhD in Political Sciences, University of Copenhagen (1995–1999) MSc in Business Economics and Administration, Copenhagen Business School (1992) Research Interests: Energy transition pathways, renewable energy integration, global energy governance, wind power systems, technology policy design, and sustainable urban development. She emphasizes data-driven policy advice and international knowledge-sharing mechanisms. Key Contributions: Chaired over 20 international committees, including the IEA’s R&D Priority Group and EU Horizon 2020 Energy Advisory Group Authored influential reports like the Key Energy Technologies for Europe (2005) and DTU’s annual International Energy Reports Advised UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly targeting SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities) Labs/Teams: Principal investigator in DTU Wind Energy’s Wind and Energy Systems Society, leading global projects on energy islands, offshore wind scaling, and policy frameworks.
Lindsay Oldenski is an Associate Professor at Georgetown University, focusing on international trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), multinational organizations, and offshoring. Her research examines the economic impacts of globalization, particularly on labor markets and corporate strategy. Her work explores topics such as the effects of offshoring on employment polarization, the risk premiums of multinational corporations, and the implications of bilateral tax treaties. She has collaborated extensively with economists like Brian Kovak, Nicholas Sly, and Theodore H. Moran. Dr. Oldenski has authored multiple books and policy briefs, including works on the China Shock’s racial inequality impacts and the benefits of global supply chains for the U.S. economy. Her articles highlight themes such as multinational firm expansion dynamics, the interplay between offshoring and U.S. labor markets, and the policy implications of FDI. She has also contributed chapters to handbooks on offshoring and international trade theory. Policy Contributions: Co-authored policy briefs on reshoring, Japanese investment in the U.S., and the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Book Publications: Authored books on FDI risks/benefits and multinational firm strategies with Peterson Institute for International Economics.
Joan Enric Ricart Costa serves as Carl Schroeder Chair Professor of Strategic Management at IESE Business School, University of Navarra, where he has held continuous academic positions since 1984. His institutional roles include former Director of the Doctoral Program (1995-2006), Associate Dean for Research (2001-2006), and Chairman of the Strategic Management Department (1993-2016). Industrial Engineer, Industrial Organization, Universitat Politécnica de Catalunya (1978) Ph.D. Industrial Engineering, ETSEIT (1982) Master of Science, Kellogg Graduate School of Management (1982) Ph.D. Managerial Economics, Kellogg Graduate School of Management (1984) Ph.D. Economics and Management equivalence (1985) Ricart's research focuses on strategic management with particular emphasis on business model innovation, sustainability strategy, and urban governance. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in public-private partnerships and offshoring strategies. He has pioneered relational business model approaches for sustainable development and developed evaluation frameworks for SDG-aligned infrastructure projects. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward sustainable urban development, with increasing focus on public-private partnerships (2019-2025), business model renewal in digital contexts (2020-2024), and ethical governance frameworks (2018). His work demonstrates consistent evolution from traditional strategic management toward integrated sustainability approaches. Fellow of Strategic Management Society, European Academy of Management, and International Academy of Management (2012) SMS Service Award (2019) EFMD First Prize for Best Case in International Business (1997) Joan Sardà Dexeus Prize for Best Book on Managerial Economics (1997) Top 10 Most-Cited Article in Long Range Planning (2007-2011) As Academic Director of the UN Center of Excellence of PPP for Cities and Co-Academic Director of IESE Cities in Motion, Ricart leads major research initiatives analyzing urban governance and sustainable development. His grant-funded projects include the IESE Cities in Motion Index (2025) and multi-city comparative studies on urban economic development. He has supervised numerous doctoral theses and led international research collaborations through the Strategic Management Society and European Academy of Management. Ricart co-founded and directs the Cities in Motion research center, which produces the biennial Cities in Motion Index analyzing 170+ global cities across economic, social, governance, and environmental dimensions. His team collaborates with municipal governments worldwide to implement evidence-based urban policy frameworks.
