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Marianna Cavadaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Smart Cities
• Urbanism
• AI Urbanism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marianna Cavada is a Senior Lecturer at the Manchester School of Architecture (MSA), where she leads the MA Architecture & Urbanism program as the Prototype Urbanism Lab Lead and serves as the Department International Lead. Her research focuses on AI-driven urbanism, smart and liveable cities, and policy design for sustainable urban transformation. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering (2019, University of Birmingham) PG Dip Architecture (International) RIBA II (2008, Huddersfield University) BA Hons Architecture RIBA I (2005, Huddersfield University) BA Hons Interior Design (2001, De Montfort University) Marianna bridges theoretical and practical urbanism through collaborations with local policymakers (Lancaster City Council, Karystos Municipality) and international bodies like the WHO. Her work addresses inequality, climate emergency, and global health within the UN Sustainable Development Goals framework. She contributed to the British Academy-funded 'Caring-with Cities' project and EPSRC initiatives including Liveable Cities and the Green Infrastructure Corridors program. Her research outputs include the book The Little Book of Smart Cities and publications on topics ranging from CO2 emissions in smart cities to gamification in post-pandemic urban evaluation. Marianna has presented at institutions such as the University of Birmingham, Donghua University, and Xi’an Jiaotong University, and has led workshops like the Smart Cities Alliance in Birmingham. Key Scientific Awards: First Prize – Peter Stead Award (2008) Higher Commendation in PG Dip Architecture (2008) Marianna supervises PhD projects in AI Urbanism, Smart Cities, Liveable Cities, and Urban Engineering. Her professional background includes architectural practice in the UK (ATKINS), UAE (Al Falah project), and China (GDG Ltd, Twin Cities), alongside academic roles at the University of Birmingham and Lancaster School of Architecture. She operates from the Manchester Technology Centre and maintains memberships in the International Society for Urban Health and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

• Illicit Supply Chains
• Wildlife Trafficking
• Human Trafficking
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rowan Hilend serves as an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the College of Business at Colorado State University. Her research bridges criminology, psychology, and management to investigate illicit activities across international supply networks. Illicit supply chains Wildlife trafficking Organizational misconduct Sustainability challenges Her work spans both traditional and illegal supply chain contexts, emphasizing interdisciplinary and global approaches. Recent publications focus on data standards, trafficking frameworks, and mathematical modeling of illicit networks. Scientific awards include: National Science Foundation grant for wildlife trafficking detection

Sarah Kaufmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Transportation
• Urban Planning
• Urban Policy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sarah Kaufman serves as Director of the NYU Rudin Center for Transportation and Assistant Clinical Professor of Public Service at New York University's Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. Her work bridges academic research and practical policy solutions for urban transportation systems, with emphasis on equity, technology, and resilience. Her research spans transportation policy, urban planning, emergency management, and climate change adaptation. Key focus areas include mobility equity (notably the "pink tax" on transportation), micromobility systems, autonomous vehicle governance, and disaster response protocols. She investigates how technology and policy can create more inclusive and resilient urban mobility networks, with particular attention to gender disparities and climate vulnerabilities. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent themes in transportation equity, emerging technologies, and crisis management. Her work demonstrates methodological diversity—from agent-based modeling (MATSim-NYC) to policy analysis of scooter sharing—and maintains strong practical relevance through partnerships with transportation agencies. Notable trends include the evolution of micro-mobility regulation, gender-based mobility disparities, and transportation's critical role in pandemic and extreme weather response. As Director of the Rudin Center, she leads a multidisciplinary research team that produces policy-influential reports on congestion pricing, transit innovation, and sustainable mobility. The center serves as a hub for collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and community organizations, translating academic research into actionable transportation solutions for New York City and beyond.

Jamie Ferrillمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Financial Crime
• Money Laundering
• Transnational Organized Crime
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jamie Ferrill is a Senior Lecturer and Discipline Lead of Financial Crime Studies at the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security , Charles Sturt University. She holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior (Loughborough University), an MPS in Homeland Security Leadership (University of Connecticut), and a BCJ in Criminal Justice (Mount Royal University). Her research focuses on financial crime, money laundering, transnational organized crime, and national/economic security. 2025 : 7 publications including metaverse policing, cryptocurrency scandals, and cannabis regulations 2024 : 3 publications on AML law, green trade initiatives, and cannabis policy 2023 : 7 publications covering trade-based money laundering, cannabis legalization, and police wellbeing Jamie’s recent work includes systematic reviews on trade-based money laundering (2025) and metaverse policing (2025), alongside policy analysis of cannabis regulations (2024) and beneficial ownership registries (2025) to combat financial crime. She also contributed to the edited volume Dirty Money: Financial Crime in Canada (2022) as co-editor.

Beatrice Orlandoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Open Innovation
• Corporate Strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Beatrice Orlando is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics and Management at the University of Ferrara. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Management and Corporate Finance from Sapienza University of Rome and has extensive experience in both academic and professional settings. Her current research focuses on Open Innovation, Corporate Strategy, and Entrepreneurship, with numerous publications in high-impact journals. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Business Management and Corporate Finance (Sapienza University of Rome, 2010), a Master in Finance (Sapienza University of Rome, 2007), and a Graduate Degree in Economics and Accounting (Sapienza University of Rome, 2004). Professor Orlando's research interests span multiple domains including Open Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Knowledge Management, Sustainability, and Organizational Slack. Her work particularly emphasizes how digital platforms, organizational slack, and decision-making under uncertainty influence innovation adoption and corporate performance. She has developed theoretical frameworks connecting prospect theory, sunk costs, and risk behavior in innovation contexts. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining innovation management with sustainability, digital transformation, and knowledge sharing. The articles demonstrate a methodological diversity ranging from systematic literature reviews to quantitative empirical studies across multiple countries and sectors, with particular focus on green innovation, knowledge management, and the impact of organizational structures on innovation performance. National qualification as Associate Professor (2017) Chartered Accountant certification (2016) Ranked first in PhD competition Grant for research project 'Design driven innovation' (2016) Grant for research project 'On the long-run performance effect' (2015) Professor Orlando has supervised numerous doctoral students and serves as a reviewer for multiple prestigious journals including Journal of Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Production Planning and Control, and Technology Analysis and Strategic Management. She has received multiple research grants supporting her work on innovation management and corporate strategy. She serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Corporate and Business Strategy Review and as Regional Editor for the Journal of Knowledge Management. She directs the 'Innovation Management' area at EMRBI KMIRC (Knowledge Management International Research Centre) at the University of Nicosia and is a Research Associate at MADEINIT Research Center in Rome. Her research centers focus on open innovation, digital platforms, and the intersection of knowledge management with entrepreneurial initiatives.

Marie Vasekمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cybersecurity
• Cybercrime Measurement
• Security Economics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Vasek is a Lecturer in Information Security at the Department of Computer Science, University College London (UCL) . She joined UCL in August 2019 after serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of New Mexico (UNM) from 2017-2019. PhD in Computer Science (2017) - University of Tulsa, advised by Dr. Tyler Moore MSc in Computer Science (2015) - SMU BA in Computer Science & Mathematics (2012) - Wellesley College Her research spans computer security, focusing on security economics and cybercrime measurement . Key areas include cryptocurrency fraud (pump-and-dumps, Ponzi schemes), SMS scams, decentralized finance (DeFi) deception, and ethical challenges in security research. Recent work examines physical cryptocurrency attacks ("wrench attacks"), regulatory frameworks for CBDCs, and social media's role in illicit drug advertising. Dr. Vasek has received notable recognition, including the 2016 Google Anita Borg Scholarship . She co-directed StopBadware (2011-2020) and contributes to UCL's teaching through courses like COMP0141 Security and COMP0057 Research in Information Security . Her publications appear in venues like USENIX Security , IEEE Blockchain Conference , and Workshop on the Economics of Information Security .

Natalia Yakovlevaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Development
• Circular Economy
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Natalia Yakovleva is a Professor of Strategy and Sustainable Development at KEDGE Business School, where she leads the Sustainable Development Center of Excellence. She has held academic positions at Newcastle University, the University of Surrey, the University of Winchester, and Cardiff University in the UK. Her research focuses on sustainable development, circular economy, corporate social responsibility, and extractive industries, with fieldwork in Brazil, Ghana, India, and Russia. Education: PhD in Environmental Studies Her work examines sustainability in food systems, extractive industries, and waste management, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and policy innovation. She has published extensively in journals like the Journal of World Business and Journal of Business Ethics , and edited the Routledge Handbook of Extractive Industries and Sustainable Development . Current projects explore transitions to circular economy in developing economies, Indigenous socioecological resilience, and gender equality in artisanal mining. She collaborates globally with institutions on sustainable resource governance and community-focused mining practices. At KEDGE, she integrates sustainable development into strategic management education, advocating for systemic change through research and policy analysis. Her leadership in the Sustainable Development Center of Excellence drives cross-disciplinary initiatives addressing environmental and social challenges in extractive sectors.

Christoph Gilleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Work
• Poverty and Social Exclusion
• Civil Society Engagement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christoph Gille is a Professor of Social Work in Contexts of Poverty and Exclusion at the University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf since 2022. He holds leadership roles as co-leader of the FNuST Research Centre and study program director for the Bachelor's in Social Work. His work focuses on poverty research, civil society engagement, and transnational social policy. Research Interests : Poverty and social exclusion, civil society engagement, international social work, housing and drug policy, participatory research methods, far-right influence on social services. Recent Projects : Open Drug Scene Survey NRW 2024 , Engagement Against Exclusion (ESA) , and Discrimination in Housing Markets (DiWo) . Publications : Co-author of Offene Drogenszenen in NRW (2025) and Selbstvertretung in der Armutsbekämpfung (2024), among others in open-access formats. Teaching : Courses on unemployment, social policy theories, and transnational social work, including international collaborations with Antwerp and The Hague universities. Advocacy : Regular speaker on far-right challenges to social work, poverty participation structures, and housing rights at national and international conferences.

Carl Benedikt Freyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Future of Work
• Artificial Intelligence
• Automation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carl Benedikt Frey is the Dieter Schwarz Associate Professor of AI & Work at the Oxford Internet Institute and a Fellow of Mansfield College, University of Oxford. He serves as Director of the Future of Work Programme and Oxford Martin Citi Fellow at the Oxford Martin School. His career spans roles such as Senior Fellow at the Institute for New Economic Thinking (University of Oxford) and Associate Fellow at Lund University’s Department of Economic History. His research focuses on technological change, automation, and their societal impacts , drawing parallels between historical industrial revolutions and current AI-driven disruptions. He is best known for the 2013 paper The Future of Employment: How Susceptible Are Jobs to Computerisation? (with Michael Osborne), which has shaped global discourse on automation risk. His 2019 book The Technology Trap expands on these themes, examining the economic and political consequences of technological progress. The articles section highlights Frey’s work on AI’s influence across domains: from Generative AI’s role in reshaping work to geopolitical implications of automation and demographic transitions in aging societies. His analysis often bridges historical economic patterns and modern technological challenges , emphasizing the need for policy adaptation. Scientific awards include the Princeton University Richard A. Lester Prize (2019) and fellowships at the Royal Society of Arts and Oxford Martin School. He advises governments (e.g., UK House of Lords Digital Skills Select Committee, Swedish Government’s Digitalisation Commission), international organizations (OECD, UN), and Fortune 500 companies. Media outlets like The Economist , New York Times , and BBC frequently feature his insights on AI and labor markets.

• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Museum Studies
• Heritage Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

George Alexopoulos serves as Lecturer (Teaching) in Sustainable Heritage at the UCL Institute for Sustainable Heritage, part of The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources at University College London. His academic career includes continuous appointments at UCL since 2012 across the Institute of Archaeology and Qatar campus, alongside adjunct roles at Hellenic Open University and Leopold-Franzens-Universitat Innsbruck. His educational qualifications comprise: PhD in Heritage Management, UCL Institute of Archaeology (2010) MA in Cultural Heritage Studies, UCL Institute of Archaeology (2002) BA in Archaeology and Art History, National and Capodistrian University of Athens (2001) Alexopoulos specializes in reconciling tangible with intangible heritage values through multisensory approaches, with particular expertise in food heritage, olfactory heritage, and living religious heritage. His research consistently explores how heritage practices can drive sustainability transitions, especially within food systems and community engagement frameworks. His work integrates cultural heritage management with contemporary sustainability challenges, emphasizing citizen participation and cultural knowledge preservation. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2007-2024) reveals two dominant research trajectories: sustained investigation of Mount Athos as a case study for religious heritage management (examining gender exclusion, local-universal value conflicts, and ethical challenges), and an evolving focus on food heritage as a catalyst for sustainable food systems (highlighting co-creation, social ecology, and multisensory engagement). This dual focus demonstrates how cultural heritage frameworks can address modern sustainability challenges through community-centered approaches. He has secured significant research funding through EU projects including BigPicnic (2018-19) focused on public engagement with sustainable food systems, and 'Discovering the Archaeologists of Europe 2014' (2012-14) examining heritage professional practices. His current maternity leave cover position continues UCL's commitment to sustainable heritage education within the Institute for Sustainable Heritage.

• Architecture
• Architectural History
• Architectural Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Philippe Morel is an Associate Professor at the Bartlett School of Architecture , University College London, where he directs the MSc in Architectural Computation. He previously held academic positions at École nationale supérieure d'architecture Paris-Malaquais, The Berlage Institute, and Architectural Association School of Architecture, establishing himself as a leading figure in computational architecture. Doctor of Design, Florida International University (2024) Co-founder, EZCT Architecture & Design Research Founding CEO, XtreeE (2015-2017) His research focuses on computational architecture , artificial intelligence , and radical design theories , exploring intersections between digital technologies, architectural theory, and socio-economic models. Key contributions include Disruptive Technologies: The Convergence of New Paradigms in Architecture (2023) and Computational Politics and Architecture (2017). Recent publications analyze 3D printing economics , parametric design , and AI-driven architectural production . He has received the Pierre Cardin Prize (2007) and joined Phi Kappa Phi (2024). Supervised PhDs at ETH Zurich, EPFL, and Université Paris-Sud Developed curriculum on algorithmic urbanism and machine learning in architecture

Roland Benedikterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Futures Studies
• Societal Transformation
• Re-Globalization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Roland Benedikter serves as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Design and Arts, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano and as Co-Head of the Center for Advanced Studies at Eurac Research. He holds the prestigious UNESCO Chair in Interdisciplinary Anticipation and Global-Local Transformation and is an Ordinary Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical policy applications across European and global contexts, with particular focus on South Tyrol/Alto Adige as a model region. Benedikter's research interests span futures studies, societal transformation, re-globalization, neuroethics, and the intersection of technology with humanity. He specializes in interdisciplinary anticipation approaches that integrate macro, meso and micro perspectives to address complex global challenges. His expertise encompasses geopolitical analysis, international and local development, public policy, governance, and European Union affairs, with particular attention to the evolving relationship between global frameworks and local implementation. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on futures literacy as a critical capability for navigating systemic crises, with particular focus on neurotechnology standards, sustainable development trajectories, and the evolving nature of globalization. Benedikter's work consistently examines how societies can develop anticipatory governance capacities to better manage uncertainty and complexity in an era of rapid technological change. UNESCO Chair in Interdisciplinary Anticipation and Global-Local Transformation Ordinary Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts Co-Head of Center for Advanced Studies at Eurac Research Extensive publication record on re-globalization and futures studies Benedikter actively engages with policymakers and practitioners to translate futures research into actionable strategies. His work with the Center for Advanced Studies facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration across scientific disciplines to address complex societal challenges. He frequently contributes to public discourse on the future of European SMEs, digital transformation, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies, emphasizing the need for inclusive and participatory approaches to societal transformation.

İdil Gaziulusoyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Design
• Design Research
• Sustainability Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

İdil Gaziulusoy is an Associate Professor of Sustainable Design at Aalto University's Department of Design . As a sustainability scientist and design researcher, she focuses on developing frameworks for sustainable, equitable, and resilient future systems through design interventions in socio-technical and socio-ecological contexts, particularly in urban and production-consumption systems. Her research explores design for sustainability transitions , emphasizing co-creation, multispecies ethics, and systemic stakeholder analysis. Recent work includes climate data dashboards , feminist futures in music , and bioinclusive design methodologies . Her publications highlight collaborative approaches to urban sustainability, with a trajectory toward more-than-human flourishing and relational design . Articles demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement across design science , urban transformations , and policy innovation .

Matt Offordمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Leadership Education
• Experiential Learning
• Ecopedagogy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matt Offord is a Senior Lecturer in Experiential Leadership Education within the Management department at the University of Glasgow's Adam Smith Business School. As Associate Director for Learning and Teaching (Scholarship of Learning and Teaching), he leads initiatives in educational innovation and mentors teaching-focused academics. His unique background as a former naval officer with nearly 30 years of service informs his practical approach to leadership education. Offord's research centers on experiential learning methodologies, particularly ecopedagogy, outdoor learning, and educational escape rooms. Drawing inspiration from John Dewey's educational philosophy, he creates learning experiences that develop critical reflection about leadership through unconventional settings and simulations. His work bridges theory and practice with a focus on 'wide awake' consciousness in leadership development. His extensive publication record shows a clear trajectory toward innovative educational approaches, with recent work emphasizing ecopedagogy, AI integration in business education, and sustainable leadership practices. Offord has published in journals including Postdigital Science and Education, Open Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, and Palgrave Communications. Shortlisted for Best Innovation Strategy Award (Association of MBAs and Business Graduates, 2024) Shortlisted for Innovation in Business Education Award (QS Reimagine Education, 2023) Distinction in MSc (Digital Education) (University of Edinburgh, 2023) Distinction in Post Graduate Certificate of Academic Practice (University of Glasgow, 2021) Aspect Innovation Fellow (2023) Senior Fellow of Recognising Excellence in Teaching (RET) Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE) Offord actively mentors early career academics and PhD students while leading the School's academic efforts in Technology Enhanced Learning and Teaching (TELT) and AI. His current supervision focuses on paradoxical leadership, post-heroic leadership, emotional regulation, and leadership expectations. Significant grant funding supports his work, including the Knowledge Exchange Innovation Fund 2025 (£36,000) for educational escape rooms in maritime DEI training and the Chancellor's Fund 2023-2025 for ecopedagogy teaching projects. His teaching practice spans undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education levels, with expertise in experiential learning through practical ecopedagogy, outdoor learning, serious games, and simulations. Offord has developed educational escape rooms for business education and maritime leadership training, demonstrating his commitment to innovative pedagogical approaches that connect classroom learning with real-world challenges.

• Spatial Modeling
• Temporal Modeling
• Semantic Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Thomas H. Kolbe serves as Chair of Geoinformatics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), where he leads research in spatial, temporal, and semantic modeling of urban environments. His work focuses on developing foundational frameworks for 3D/4D city models, digital twins, and smart city applications through international standardization efforts including CityGML and IndoorGML. His research spans virtual city modeling, urban system simulation, and GIS integration with emerging technologies. Current projects emphasize AI-driven urban scenario generation, semantic streetspace modeling, and IoT integration in digital twin ecosystems. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between computer vision, urban planning, and geospatial data science, with particular emphasis on practical implementations of 3D city models for sustainability challenges. Prof. Kolbe actively contributes to professional organizations including the Round Table GIS eV (as Chairman since 2013) and the Munich Data Science Institute (as core member since 2021). His leadership extends to the Leonhard Obermeyer Center for digital methods in the built environment and the Hans Eisenmann Forum for agricultural sciences. His work bridges theoretical geoinformatics with practical urban applications through numerous collaborative projects with municipal governments and industry partners.