Alice Dias Lopes is a Lecturer in Data and Education at the University of Edinburgh's Centre for Research in Digital Education. Her work focuses on social stratification, education policy, and international student mobility. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Edinburgh, an MSc in International Comparative Education from Stanford University, and a BA in Social Sciences from the Federal University of Minas Gerais. Her research examines education policies in South America and the UK, particularly their impacts on social and educational inequalities. Current projects include analyzing postgraduate access in the UK and labor market outcomes for doctoral graduates. She teaches 'Introduction to Social Research Methods' in the MSc in Digital Education program and is open to PhD supervision. Her publications span topics like Brexit's effects on EU student mobility, tuition fee impacts on international students, and affirmative action policies in Brazil. She employs large datasets to explore systemic inequalities in education and labor markets.
Gaétan de Rassenfosse is an Associate Professor at EPFL's School of Management of Technology (CDM), specializing in Science, Technology, and Innovation Policies. He joined EPFL in 2014 and holds a PhD in Economics from the Solvay Business School (Université Libre de Bruxelles). His research focuses on crafting evidence-based policies for knowledge economies, particularly in intellectual property, intangible capital measurement, and 'science of science.' He has published in top journals like Journal of Industrial Economics and Research Policy , secured over CHF 2.5M in research grants, and advised governments and international organizations such as the European Commission and Swiss Federal Office for Education and Research (SERI). He teaches courses on innovation economics and intellectual property management. Professional roles include membership in the CDM Management Board, the Conference of Section Directors (CDS), and doctoral program committees. His advising includes guiding 5 PhD students focusing on policy impacts in clean technology, innovation incentives, and science organization. Key research themes span patent systems, innovation policy efficacy, and cross-border knowledge flows. He actively engages with media and policymakers to translate academic insights into actionable public strategies.
Associate Professor Zohra Lassi is an internationally recognized epidemiologist affiliated with the University of Adelaide’s School of Public Health and Robinson Research Institute. Her work focuses on improving reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health in low-resource settings, with expertise in evidence synthesis and global health policy. She holds an NHMRC Ext-Funded Emerging Leader-2 Fellowship. Education: PhD (2015). Professional roles include Feedback Editor for Cochrane’s Acute Respiratory Infections Group and Technical Advisor to the WHO. Awards include Cochrane’s Kenneth Warren Prize (2011) for exceptional systematic review work. Key research interests: scaling evidence-based interventions, community health worker strategies, and implementation research in health systems. Her work contributed to global maternal and newborn policies, including contributions to Lancet series and WHO guidelines. Publications: Over 200 peer-reviewed articles in top journals (e.g., Lancet, BMJ, PLOS Medicine) plus 10 Cochrane reviews and 11 book chapters. Current studies include preconception health interventions in LMICs, CVD risks in mothers/children with pregnancy complications, and Aboriginal youth health in SA. Awards: Kenneth Warren Prize (Cochrane, 2011), NHMRC Fellowship, invited contributions to five Lancet review groups. Supervision: Currently at capacity for PhD/Masters supervision but open to discussions. Active in mentoring global health researchers and policy advisors.
Daniel Edler is a Researcher and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Physics, Umeå University. His work focuses on network science, biodiversity analysis, and ecological modeling, with a particular emphasis on developing computational tools for community detection and biogeographical mapping. He contributes to interdisciplinary research, integrating methods from computer science, ecology, and information theory. Edler leads the development of Infomap Bioregions, a tool for mapping biogeographical regions using species distribution data, and CoordinateCleaner, which standardizes biological occurrence records. His research also explores threats to Madagascar’s biodiversity and the interplay between socio-political factors and biodiversity data availability through tools like Bio-Dem. He has co-developed raxmlGUI 2.0, a phylogenetic analysis interface, and contributes to the Infomap software package for network analysis. Edler’s publications highlight themes in higher-order network flows, multilayer community detection, and ecological network modules. His work appears in journals such as Science , American Journal of Botany , and Methods in Ecology and Evolution . He is an active member of the Complex Systems research group at Umeå University.
Ramon Arrowsmith is a Professor at Arizona State University's School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE). His research focuses on earthquake geology, tectonic geomorphology, and active faulting, with a particular emphasis on leveraging high-resolution topography through initiatives like OpenTopography. He has over 35 years of experience in paleoseismology, geomorphic mapping, and fault zone analysis. Arrowsmith has held administrative roles such as Deputy Director of SESE and associate directorships in graduate studies and geological sciences departments. His work integrates remote sensing, lidar technology, and robotics to address geological hazards and landscape evolution. Key projects include the QUAKES mission for topographic data collection and the development of low-cost seismic tools like ShakeBot. His research spans global regions, including the San Andreas Fault, Pamir-Tien Shan collision zone, and volcanic fields in Arizona and Mexico. Arrowsmith's recent publications highlight advancements in fault slip modeling, seismic hazard assessment, and open-access geospatial data platforms. His contributions to education include courses on field geology and computational methods in earth sciences. Collaborations with international teams and interdisciplinary projects underscore his commitment to advancing geoscience through innovation and accessibility.
Roles & Affiliations: Distinguished Research Professor in Statistical Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Director of QUT Centre for Data Science, and Associate Member of University of Oxford's Department of Statistics. Served as Deputy Director of ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematical and Statistical Frontiers (2015–2021) and ARC Laureate Fellow (2015–2021). Education: BA (Hons) and PhD in Mathematical Statistics from University of New England, Australia. Completed post-doctoral roles at multiple Australian universities. Research Interests: Specializes in Bayesian statistical modelling, computational methods, and their applications in environmental science, genetics, healthcare, and industry. Leads projects on coral reef recovery, cancer epidemiology (Australian Cancer Atlas), and virtual citizen science platforms like Virtual Reef Diver. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating complex data sources with advanced statistical techniques to address real-world challenges. Publications & Grants: Over 350 refereed journal publications and attracted >30 major grants. Recent focus areas include influenza epidemiology, spatial health disparities, and AI-driven early warning systems for climate-sensitive diseases. Active in developing methodologies for spatial statistics, small-area estimation, and federated learning. Awards & Recognition: 2024 Ruby Payne-Scott Medal (Australian Academy of Science), Pitman Medal (2016), first female recipient of this award in 35 years. Elected Fellow of Australian Academy of Science (2018), Academy of Social Sciences (2018), and Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences (2018). Holds international roles including Vice-President of International Statistical Institute (2021–2025) and Scientific Council Member at Centre International de Rencontres Mathématiques (France). Supervision & Leadership: Supervised over 36 PhD students and leads teams in >50 collaborative projects. Current supervision includes 5 PhD and 4 Masters students at QUT. Founded the QUT Centre for Data Science and previously led the Collaborative Centre for Data Analysis, Modelling and Computation. Labs & Initiatives: Core contributor to the Australian Cancer Atlas 2.0, Virtual Reef Diver project, and Queensland's Learning Potential Fund. Active in global initiatives like the World of Statistics campaign and UN Big Data Task Teams.
Scott Forbes is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Winnipeg, affiliated with the Richardson College for the Environment and Science Complex. His research focuses on behavioral ecology, particularly family dynamics in birds, and fisheries management in Manitoba. He has conducted long-term studies on marsh-nesting blackbirds, exploring conflict and cooperation within families. Recent work investigates commercial potential of non-traditional freshwater fish species and bioproduct development. Forbes actively mentors graduate students and postdocs with funding opportunities. Research interests include avian behavior, reproductive strategies, and ecological impacts of fisheries. Theoretical work combines portfolio theory to model parental investment risks. Field studies emphasize red-winged blackbirds and brood parasitism in host-parasite systems. Publications span avian ecology, evolutionary biology, and environmental science. No scientific awards were explicitly noted in the provided texts. Advising and grants: Open to accepting funded graduate students. Research focuses on wetland birds and resource management, with field studies in Manitoba's freshwater ecosystems. Projects combine empirical and theoretical approaches to understand family conflict resolution, offspring competition, and ecological sustainability.
Christopher Brooks is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan's School of Information, specializing in educational technologies and data science education. He directs the Educational Technology Collective (etc), a multidisciplinary research group focused on learning analytics, educational data mining, and collaborative learning systems. His work bridges computer science and education, with a focus on improving teaching methods through AI-driven tools and platforms. Research Interests: Development and impact assessment of educational technologies Predictive modeling for student success Data science pedagogy Privacy in smart home technologies Publications reflect a focus on learning analytics, MOOC design, and educational AI, with notable contributions to conferences like CHI, LAK, and AIED. Awards include multiple best paper recognitions. Teaching includes applied data science courses at UMich and Coursera. He leads the Master of Applied Data Science (MADS) program and collaborates with institutions like Microsoft to build AI-driven educational tools.
Ales Popovic is a Full Professor of Information Systems at NEOMA Business School, France. He holds a PhD in Management and Information Systems. His research focuses on the value of information systems (IS) in organizations, digitalization, AI, behavioral and organizational issues in IS, and IT in inter-organizational relationships. He has published widely in journals like Journal of the Association for Information Systems and Technological Forecasting and Social Change . Dr. Popovic’s research explores topics such as fake news engagement on social media, blockchain adoption in real estate, and the impact of digital platforms on traditional media. He serves on editorial boards for journals including International Journal of Information Management and Industrial Management & Data Systems . His work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of IS, emphasizing business value creation and ethical considerations in AI. Key contributions include studies on digital transformation, crisis management technologies, and the role of privacy in technology adoption. His research frequently addresses contemporary challenges like misinformation dynamics, gig worker burnout, and healthcare AI applications.
Alexandre Manuel de Castro Passos de Almeida is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Science and Technology at the University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL), where he also contributes to the School of Technology and Architecture. He is an Associate Researcher at the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL, actively involved in the Radio Systems Group, focusing on telecommunications and sensor-based environmental monitoring. PhD in Telecommunications, ISCTE-IUL, 2012 His research interests span telecommunications, wireless sensor networks, air quality monitoring, computer architecture, and robotics. He has led and contributed to innovative projects such as ExpoLis, which uses mobile sensor networks on public buses to map urban air pollution. His work bridges engineering and environmental science, aiming to influence urban policy and public health through real-time data systems. The most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward deploying low-cost, mobile sensor networks for environmental monitoring, particularly in urban settings. His work integrates computer systems, signal processing, and sustainable technology, with applications in smart cities, public health, and robotics. Topics like air quality mapping, energy harvesting, and noise-aware robot navigation reflect a multidisciplinary approach to solving real-world problems. He has advised seven Master’s students at ISCTE-IUL, guiding research in sensor networks, air pollution, database performance, robotic navigation, and personal photography assistants. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his contributions to funded research projects and consistent scholarly output indicate recognition in his field. He has held leadership roles in academic governance, including Vice President of the Pedagogical Council, underscoring his institutional engagement. His teaching portfolio includes core courses such as Fundamentals of Computer Architecture, Operating Systems, and Big Data Processing, delivered across multiple undergraduate and postgraduate programs. He is involved in research projects that combine academic innovation with practical urban applications, particularly through the deployment of scalable, open-source environmental sensing systems.
Svend Brinkmann is a Professor of General Psychology and Qualitative Methods at Aalborg University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences , where he has worked since 2009. His research and teaching focus on fundamental problems in psychology , philosophy of psychology , qualitative research methodology , and cultural analysis . Department of Communication and Psychology Center for Cultural Psychology Situated Psychology research group Academic Qualifications PhD in Psychology (2006) MSc in Psychology (2002) BA in Philosophy (1999) Research Themes include psychiatric diagnoses' societal implications , qualitative interviewing , and happiness studies , with methodological expertise in discourse analysis and cultural psychology . Scientific Awards : Søren Gyldendal-prisen (2020) Årets humanist (2018) Karin Michaëlis Pris (2017) Hadsten Højskoles Elevpris (2016) Gyldendals formidlingspris (2015) PhD Supervision includes 15 students since 2007, with active supervision in 2025 for Jonas Norgaard Mortensen and Sebastian Tobias-Renstrøm . His work spans trauma care , stress research , and diagnostic cultures .
Charles Martineau is an Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Toronto-Scarborough and holds a cross-appointment at the Rotman School of Management. He serves as Associate Director of Research at the Rotman Financial Innovation Hub (FinHub). University : University of Toronto School : University of Toronto-Scarborough Department : Finance Academic Rank : Associate Professor Research Interests : Martineau specializes in information economics, focusing on: Price discovery mechanisms in financial markets Investor attention to macroeconomic news Asset pricing anomalies Behavioral responses to financial disclosures Market microstructure dynamics Risk premia quantification Recent Publications : His 2017-2024 work explores: Conditional CAPM applications Earnings announcement drift FOMC-induced market reversals Social media's impact on price revelation Bond market excess returns News-driven trading behavior Grants & Collaborations : Funded by SSHRC, Toronto-Montreal Exchange, NASDAQ Educational Fund, and Canadian Securities Institute. Collaborates with scholars like Vincent Gregoire, Adlai Fisher, and Marius Zoican. Leads data science initiatives including open-source macroeconomic attention indices.
Prem Kumar Rajaram is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology at Central European University (CEU). He is based in Vienna and serves as Head of the Open Learning Initiative and project leader of the Erasmus+ Refugee Education Initiatives consortium, which implements educational programs for displaced populations across Austria, Hungary, Germany, the UK, and Greece. His educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in International Relations, London School of Economics (2002) M.A. in International Relations, Australian National University (1994) B.A. (Hons) in Politics, University of Hull, UK (1993) Rajaram’s research engages with critical questions of marginality, depoliticization, colonial histories of capitalism and race, and the governance of asylum-seekers and refugees. He is deeply committed to critical pedagogies and the democratization of higher education, particularly in making universities more accessible to marginalized groups. His work bridges sociology, anthropology, migration studies, and postcolonial theory, emphasizing engaged and activist scholarship. His recent publications reveal a sustained focus on migration, border regimes, refugee subjectivity, and the politics of knowledge production in academia. Themes such as coloniality, carceral geographies, and institutional exclusion recur across his work, especially in the context of European migration policies and higher education. He critiques prestige culture in academia and advocates for transformative, inclusive pedagogical models. Scientific Awards and Honors: No awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided text. Rajaram actively supervises or mentors students, though no specific names are listed. He has been involved in significant research initiatives, including the Erasmus+ Refugee Education Initiatives, which functions as both a research and practice-oriented program. His work is closely tied to public engagement, as evidenced by numerous events, book launches, and workshops on migration, solidarity, and open education. While no formal lab or research team is named, his leadership in the Open Learning Initiative suggests a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment focused on educational justice and refugee inclusion.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Rainer Noennig is Professor of Digital City Science at HafenCity University Hamburg (HCU) and Head of the WISSENSARCHITEKTUR Laboratory of Knowledge Architecture at TU Dresden. With a background in architecture (Bauhaus Universität Weimar, Waseda University Tokyo), he practiced in Tokyo before transitioning to academia. He has held visiting professorships in Italy, France, Russia, and Japan. His research focuses on digital urban systems , including smart cities, participatory planning, and knowledge architecture. He explores AI applications in urban design, agent-based simulations for mobility, and transdisciplinary frameworks for sustainability. Recent projects include TOSCA (open-source urban tools), SmartFly (eVTOL integration), and MICADO (migrant integration platforms). Publications emphasize data-driven urban methodologies , spanning synthetic data generation, pedestrian modeling, and sustainable infrastructure design. His work integrates materials science (e.g., auxetic structures) with digital twins for resilient cities. Awards include the Grand Prix of the European Association for Architectural Education (EAAE). He leads Hamburg’s Digital City Science team and coordinates international collaborations, including Indo-German urban development projects. He directs the WISSENSARCHITEKTUR Laboratory , focusing on knowledge synthesis for urban innovation. Courses taught at HCU include 'Knowledge Architecture', 'Digital City Science', and 'Smart City Technologies'.
Professor James Laurenceson serves as Director of the Australia-China Relations Institute (UTS:ACRI) at the University of Technology Sydney, where he leads Australia's first and only dedicated research institute on Australia-China relations. His career spans academic appointments at University of Queensland (Australia), Shandong University (China), and Shimonoseki City University (Japan). Degrees: Doctor of Philosophy (Economics), University of Queensland (2001) Bachelor of Economics (Honours), University of Queensland (1994) Graduate Certificate in Education (Higher Education), University of Queensland (2003) His research focuses on Australia-China economic relations, trade policy frameworks, and the political economy of Asia-Pacific. Recent work examines geopolitical implications of the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism, critical minerals partnerships, and post-AUKUS strategic alignment. Key research trends include analysis of trade tensions, economic security frameworks, and institutional partnerships, with publications spanning journals like China Economic Review , Journal of Contemporary China , and Australian Journal of International Affairs .
