Arti K. Rai is the Elvin R. Latty Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Center for Innovation Policy at Duke Law School. She is an internationally recognized expert in Intellectual Property Law , Biotechnology , Administrative Law , and Health Law , with research funded by NIH, NSF, Arnold Ventures, and other institutions. Her work spans peer-reviewed journals like Science , New England Journal of Medicine , and Nature Biotechnology . Recent articles focus on AI challenges in patent law , biologics manufacturing patents , orphan drug policies , and data privacy in medical information commons . She has served in federal advisory roles, including the Department of Commerce and the National Academies’ Forum on Drug Discovery . Key themes in her research include trustworthiness in data-sharing systems , participant-centric governance , and legal frameworks for biomedical innovation . Her policy work addresses drug pricing , patent reform , and government licensing authority .
Yoon Ji-hyun is a Professor in the Department of Food and Nutrition at Seoul National University's College of Human Ecology. Her work focuses on food service management, nutrition policy, and dietary behavior analysis, with a particular emphasis on multicultural dietary practices and sustainable development in food systems. Education: Bachelor's in Food and Nutrition (SNU), BBA (SNU), MS in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management (Iowa State University), PhD in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Purdue University). Leadership Roles: Associate Dean (2019-2021), Director of Ho-Am Faculty House (2010-2012), and multiple directorships in nutrition policy centers. Her research integrates public health and consumer behavior, analyzing topics like pandemic-induced dietary changes, school lunch standards, and food safety anxiety. She has led projects on non-face-to-face food safety management, food education policies, and sodium-reduced environments, funded by South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, Ministry of Education, and others. Professor Yoon's work also addresses urban dietary trends, including single-person households' kitchen needs and workers' meal patterns, using data from national health surveys and time-use studies. She has contributed to regional and inter-Korean comparative studies on nutritional disparities and dietary guidelines. She teaches courses on foodservice management, consumer market analysis, and graduate-level research methodologies, while serving as Vice President in several academic societies, including the Korean Society of Dietary Culture and Korean Cancer Association.
Arie E. Kaufman is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University, serving as Chief Scientist of the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT) and Director of the Center of Visual Computing (CVC). He additionally holds a Distinguished Professorship in Radiology, with a 40+ year career at Stony Brook since joining in 1985 and chairing the CS department from 1999-2009. His seminal research spans computer graphics, visualization, and virtual reality with biomedical applications, pioneering breakthroughs including 3D Virtual Colonoscopy (FDA-approved colon cancer screening), Cube hardware architectures (commercialized as VolumePro), the Reality Deck (1.5 billion-pixel immersive display), and foundational work in volume visualization. His interests focus on real-time rendering, medical imaging, and immersive analytics, with recent work integrating machine learning for healthcare and environmental risk visualization. Recent publications demonstrate continued leadership in high-resolution immersive displays (Silo), XR analytics with LLMs, storm surge visualization, and neural reconstruction techniques. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical applications, particularly in pancreatic cancer prognosis and disaster preparedness. Major honors include: IEEE Visualization Career Award (2005) Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (2017) ACM Fellow (2009) IEEE Fellow (1998) Long Island Technology Hall of Fame (2013) European Academy of Sciences membership (2002) As PI on 100+ research grants, Kaufman's work has generated 300+ refereed papers, 40+ patents, and extensive media coverage (New York Times, Science, Wall Street Journal). He leads the Center of Visual Computing with focus on translational research, including VolVis software (5,000+ installations) and Reality Deck deployments for big data analytics. His lab develops cutting-edge visualization infrastructure for medical diagnostics and environmental modeling, with current projects advancing immersive storm surge analytics, neural structure extraction, and VR-based risk communication systems. Future work emphasizes AI-enhanced visualization for precision medicine and climate resilience planning.
Irmgard Marboe serves as Associate Professor at the University of Vienna's Institute for European, International and Comparative Law, where she is based in the Department of International Law and International Relations at the Juridicum building. Her academic leadership includes serving as Head of Austria's National Point of Contact for Space Law and Director of the Vienna International Christian-Islamic Summer University. Professor Marboe's research spans multiple critical domains of international law with particular emphasis on space law and its intersections with other legal frameworks. Her work addresses contemporary challenges including space security, international investment disputes, and the complex relationship between international legal systems and Islamic jurisprudence. She has developed significant expertise in human rights applications within diverse cultural contexts and serves as Deputy Chair of the University of Vienna's Arbitration Commission. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on emerging legal challenges in space governance and international dispute resolution. The publications she has supervised reveal growing scholarly attention to space commercialization, space debris management, and the intersection of trade regulations with space technology development. Professor Marboe maintains active professional engagement through numerous prestigious appointments including membership in the International Institute for Space Law, the International Academy of Astronautics, and the European Centre for Space Law. She previously served as Chair of the Working Group on National Space Legislation for the UN Committee for the Peaceful Use of Outer Space (2008-2012) and as Co-Rapporteur for the International Law Association's Committee on Islamic and International Law (2008-2018). She oversees a substantial academic team including Student Assistant Noa Lucienne Hasler, Project Assistant Adela Zinschitz, and is supported by Secretariat member Brigitte Weidinger. Her consultation hours are held Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 p.m., with separate appointments available during lecture-free periods.
David Hsu is the Richard A. Sapp Professor of Management at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on entrepreneurial innovation, intellectual property management, and technology commercialization strategies. He teaches courses including Venture Acceleration Lab (MGMT3880/MGMT8880), Managing Emerging Enterprises (MGMT6120), and Entrepreneurship (MGMT8010). Hsu holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Stanford University, an M.P.P. from Harvard University, and a Ph.D. in Management from MIT. His research interests span intellectual property rights, startup innovation, venture capital dynamics, and university-industry collaboration. His recent publications reveal strong trends in post-acquisition innovation integration (2025), university-corporate technology transfer (2024), and remote work's impact on diversity in tech hiring (2024). Key recurring themes include knowledge spillovers, absorptive capacity, and commercialization pathways for scientific discoveries. Honors include: Alfred P. Sloan Industry Studies Fellowship ($45,000) (2008-2009) Wharton Teaching Excellence Award (2020-2022) Management Science Meritorious Service Award (2010) Mack Institute research grants (2002-2023) Hsu leads the Venture Acceleration Lab, mentoring startups through industry-academic collaboration. His research has secured sustained funding through the Mack Institute, with recent work examining geographic pull factors in AI entrepreneurship and knowledge homogenization in R&D teams. He serves as discussion leader for doctoral seminars (MGMT9370/9390) focusing on entrepreneurship research methodology. Hsu maintains active industry engagement through Knowledge at Wharton commentaries on IPO markets, remote work policies, and university technology transfer strategies.
Henry T. Greely is the Deane F. and Kate Edelman Johnson Professor of Law and Professor (by courtesy) of Genetics at Stanford University . He serves on multiple administrative and advisory roles, including Director of the Stanford Center for Law and the Biosciences and Chair of the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics. His work bridges bioethics , neuroscience , genetics , and public policy , focusing on the ethical, legal, and societal impacts of emerging biosciences. Education: JD from Yale Law School (1977), AB in Political Science from Stanford University (1974) Key Research Areas: Neuroethics (predictive neuroscience, mind-reading, cognitive enhancement) Genetic Ethics (prenatal testing, genomic biobanks, whole genome sequencing) Stem Cell Law (chimeras, regulatory challenges) Affiliations: Bio-X Faculty Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute Institute for Human-Centered AI His recent publications address AI misuse in biomedicine, human embryo editing, and cross-cultural chimeric research ethics. Awards include AAAS Fellow (2007) and the Richard M. Lyman Award (2013).
Massimo Canale is a Tenured Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of Politecnico di Torino , and a member of the CARS@PoliTO Interdepartmental Center for Automotive Research and Sustainable Mobility. His academic career spans over two decades, focusing on control systems engineering with applications in automotive technology. Scientific Branch: Systems and Control Engineering (IINF-04/A) ERC Sectors: Automotive Engineering, Control Engineering, Control Theory Dr. Canale's research bridges theoretical advancements in Model Predictive Control (MPC) with practical applications in autonomous vehicles , hybrid/electric propulsion , and active suspension systems . His work integrates reinforcement learning and dynamic programming for optimizing vehicle performance and energy efficiency. Recent publications demonstrate trends in autonomous driving architectures (2024), sliding mode control for highway scenarios (2024), and energy management for sustainable mobility (2023-2024). He has developed patented solutions for semi-active suspension control and autonomous vehicle guidance. Award: IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology Outstanding Paper Award (2011) Editorial Roles: Associate Editor, IEEE Open Journal of Control Systems (2022–present) Dr. Canale supervises PhD students like Francesco Cerrito and teaches courses on digital control technologies , automatic control , and reinforcement learning at Politecnico di Torino. His research is funded through competitive grants (e.g., MPC4AVP 2021-2022) and commercial contracts (AD Shuttle 2024).
Lars Bo Jeppesen serves as Professor of Innovation Management at Copenhagen Business School's Department of Strategy and Innovation, focusing on digital economy innovation through crowd-based mechanisms, crowdfunding, user communities, and platform ecosystems. His work bridges academic research with practical applications for industry and policy. Education: Master's degree from University of Copenhagen PhD from Copenhagen Business School Professor Jeppesen's research examines how digital platforms transform innovation processes, emphasizing user-driven ecosystems and strategic implications for firms. He investigates crowdfunding dynamics, entrepreneurial financing mechanisms, and the interplay between intrinsic motivation and monetary incentives in crowd innovation, with findings applicable to both startups and established corporations. His recent publications (2020-2025) reveal consistent exploration of platform economics, digital business models, and innovation policy. Key trends include strategic responses to piracy, AI platform competition, freemium model optimization, and the role of social movements in non-commercial innovation, primarily published in top-tier journals like Research Policy and Strategic Management Journal. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source material Professor Jeppesen advises European and Asian governments on innovation policy while collaborating with leading corporations through projects like the Danish User-Centered Innovation Lab (co-founded with MIT's Eric von Hippel). His current research initiatives include 'Crowdfunding for Youth Entrepreneurship in Tanzania' and 'The Co-Existence of Prosocial Intrinsic Motivation and Monetary Incentives,' supported by field experiments and ecosystem analyses. He directs the Danish User-Centered Innovation Lab, which integrates academic researchers and industry partners to develop practical innovation tools for capturing distributed knowledge, with applications in technology strategy and open innovation frameworks.
Kyprianos Papadimitriou is a Researcher at the Microprocessor and Hardware Laboratory within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Technical University of Crete . He holds a PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering (2012) and has been involved in teaching laboratory courses such as Logic Design , Computer Architecture , and VLSI/ASIC Circuit Design . Research Areas : His work spans Reconfigurable Systems , Hardware Design , Computer Architecture , RFID Systems , and Real-Time Systems . He has developed innovative approaches in FPGA-based dynamic reconfiguration, MPSoC security, and 3D stereo vision for surveillance. Key Trends : Runtime reconfiguration for FPGAs Security frameworks for NoC-based MPSoCs Low-cost embedded vision systems Optimization of reconfiguration overhead Hardware task scheduling methodologies Genetic algorithm implementations on FPGAs Scientific Contributions : 1 USA patent (2005) Co-author of VLSI-SoC 2013 paper nominated for 1st Prize Active member of scientific committees (FPL, ReConFig) Peer reviewer for IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer journals Session chair at IEEE CNS and HPCC conferences Grants & Projects : Participated in competitive European and national programs, serving as scientific manager, coordinator, and technical coordinator. Developed spin-off company (2003-2005) to commercialize master's thesis research. Laboratory & Teaching : Affiliated with the Microprocessor and Hardware Laboratory , focusing on practical training in digital systems, processor-based systems, and VLSI design.
Dr Elies Dekoninck is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath, where she has been employed since 2004. She holds a PhD in Eco-innovation from an unspecified institution, completed in 2003 following industrial experience as a Design Strategy consultant. Her academic leadership includes developing and directing the MEng in Integrated Design Engineering (IDE), which integrates mechanical, electronic, and software engineering through studio-based projects. Research Focus: Her interdisciplinary research spans: Design creativity methodologies and innovation processes User-centered eco-design and sustainable product development Spatial augmented reality applications in co-creative design Human-robot collaboration frameworks for Industry 5.0 Inclusive design principles for neurodivergent populations Research Projects & Grants: Principal Investigator for Horizon 2020 SPARK project on spatial augmented reality in design sessions Led EU project G.EN.ESI on eco-innovation tools and AHRC-funded game-design project resulting in commercial product 'Beasts of Balance' Managed 5 Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) with industry partners Secured funding from Arts and Humanities Research Council, EU Horizon 2020, and Designability Academic Contributions: Supervised multiple PhD students in areas including virtual design teams and eco-design Authored 114+ research outputs including journal articles, conference papers, and patents Associated with research centers: The Foundry (Digital Manufacturing & Design), IAAPS (Augmented Human), Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems, and Centre for Regenerative Design
Arun Rai serves as Regents’ Professor and Howard S. Starks Distinguished Chair at Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business, where he co-founded and directs the Center for Digital Innovation. His career spans interdisciplinary research bridging information systems with societal impact through industry-university collaborations across global sectors. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. from Kent State University MBA from Clarion University of Pennsylvania M.S. from Birla Institute of Technology & Science Rai's research explores digital innovation , AI governance , and societal impacts of technology through investigations of platform ecosystems, supply chain transformation, and digital solutions for poverty and health disparities. His work uniquely connects technical systems design with behavioral and organizational outcomes across contexts from rural India to global corporations. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal intensifying focus on AI-human collaboration , digital risk assessment , and platform governance tensions , with growing emphasis on healthcare applications and equity implications. The trajectory shows evolution from organizational IT adoption toward complex sociotechnical systems addressing global challenges. His scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Association for Information Systems Distinguished Fellow of the INFORMS Information Systems Society LEO Award for Lifetime Exceptional Achievement Rai has mentored over 60 doctoral students (30+ as chair) with alumni now holding leadership positions globally. His research attracts major funding from Apollo Hospitals, China Mobile, IBM, Intel, UPS, and federal agencies, enabling real-world implementations like the Global Supply Chain Solutions Program during UPS's digital transformation. Current initiatives focus on generative AI in education and healthcare IT policy impacts. As director of the Center for Digital Innovation, he cultivates cross-sector partnerships advancing digital transformation through collaborative research on AI governance, platform ecosystems, and societal impact measurement.
Albert H. Titus is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. He serves as Associate Vice President for Regulatory Support in the Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development. His research focuses on analog VLSI design for neuromorphic visual processing, biosensors, wearable devices, optoelectronic systems, and neural networks. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1997) MS in Electrical Engineering, University at Buffalo (1991) BS in Electrical Engineering, University at Buffalo (1989) Research Interests: His work spans wearable and implantable sensors, bioinstrumentation, neural network-based visual processing, analog VLSI implementations, optoelectronics, and electronic packaging. He pioneered CMOS-based neuromorphic systems and developed patented technologies for glare sensing and RF power calorimetry. Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize CMOS-integrated sensors, machine learning for bioimpedance analysis, implantable medical devices, and xerogel-based optical biosensors. These works bridge biomedical engineering and microelectronics. Scientific Recognition: He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors and has received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service (2017), NSF CAREER award, and Western New York Inventor of the Year (2010). His inventions include a patented low-power glare sensor (U.S. Patent 7,586,079) featured in Popular Science’s 2011 Top Ten Inventions. Academic Leadership: As a faculty member, he has supervised nearly 20 PhD and over 40 MS students, while teaching courses in circuits, IC design, sensors, and signal processing across electrical and biomedical engineering disciplines.
Dr. W.S. Winston Ho is a Distinguished Professor of Engineering at The Ohio State University, holding joint appointments in the William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. With over 50 years of combined industrial and academic experience, he leads pioneering research in molecular separation technologies. His industrial tenure includes R&D leadership at Exxon, Xerox, and Commodore Separation Technologies, where he commercialized gas treating processes and membrane systems. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1971) M.S. in Chemical Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1969) B.S. in Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University (1966) His research focuses on advanced membrane systems for critical environmental and energy challenges, including: CO 2 -selective membranes for hydrogen purification and carbon capture High-flux desalination membranes with fouling resistance Proton-exchange membranes for fuel cells operating under low humidity Supported liquid membranes for pharmaceutical recovery and heavy metal removal Recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on scaling membrane technologies for industrial applications, particularly carbon capture from flue gas and hydrogen purification. Over 75% of his last 15 articles address CO 2 separation, membrane scalability, or material enhancements for energy systems. Major Scientific Awards: Elected to National Academy of Engineering (2002) and Academia Sinica (2014) AIChE Institute Award (2006), Gerhold Award (2007), Evans Award (2012) New Jersey Inventor of the Year (1991) with 60+ U.S. patents Global recognition including Chemcon Distinguished Speaker Awards He directs the Winston Ho Research Group, focusing on membrane process scale-up and holds advisory roles in national research panels. Current projects include field testing spiral-wound membrane modules for carbon capture and developing fluoride-containing membranes to enhance solid oxide fuel cell efficiency. His work has been funded by DOE, NSF, and industrial partners, resulting in commercial implementations of membrane technologies.
Paul M Thibado is a Professor in the Department of Physics within the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas. With over 100 refereed publications and 51 patents worldwide, his work focuses on cutting-edge research in graphene physics and energy harvesting technology. He has secured over $12 million in external research funding from sources including NSF, DoD, and the Walton Foundation, with current support from the WoodNext Foundation. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, 1994, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA B.S. in Physics, 1990, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA B.S. in Mathematics, 1990, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA Professor Thibado's primary research focuses on the physical properties of novel two-dimensional systems, particularly pristine freestanding graphene and chemically-functionalized graphene. His work investigates electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, spin-dependent tunneling, and transport properties. A significant portion of his recent research centers on developing multimodal energy harvesting technology using graphene, with power sources including kinetic, solar, thermal, ambient radiation, acoustic, and nonlinear thermal energy. His groundbreaking discovery that thermal fluctuations in graphene can be harnessed to generate usable electrical power represents a paradigm shift in nanoscale energy generation. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a clear progression from fundamental studies of graphene properties to the development of functional energy harvesting devices. Key research themes include spectrum analysis of thermally driven curvature inversion in graphene ripples, transient thermal energy harvesting at single temperatures using nonlinearity, and creating arrays of graphene solar cells on silicon wafers. His work demonstrates how Brownian motion in two-dimensional materials can be converted into electrical energy through innovative device architectures. Scientific Awards: Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors NSF CAREER Awardee ONR award recipient NSF MRSEC funding NSF FRG funding NSF MRI funding NSF REU funding NSF-EM funding NRC Post-doctoral Fellow, Naval Research Laboratory (1994-96) Master Researcher Award, Fulbright College (2014) Professor Thibado has successfully mentored numerous students and postdocs, including Dr. Vince LaBella who was elected APS Fellow for clicker development work. His research has been supported by over $12 million in external funding from diverse sources. His laboratory combines advanced scanning tunneling microscopy techniques with electrical measurements to study and harness the unique properties of two-dimensional materials. Future work appears directed toward scaling up graphene energy harvesting technology for practical applications and commercialization, with several patents recently granted for energy harvesting devices and sensors.
Professor Timothy P. Bender is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Toronto, holding a primary appointment in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry with cross-appointments in the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. His research laboratory focuses on developing novel organic electronic materials for applications in sustainable energy technologies, particularly organic solar cells and light-emitting devices. Professor Bender earned his B.Sc. and Ph.D. from Carleton University before joining the University of Toronto faculty in 2006. Prior to his academic appointment, he was a research staff member at the Xerox Research Centre of Canada from 2000-2006, where he filed over 65 US patents and published numerous peer-reviewed papers. His industrial research experience provides valuable perspective on the commercialization pathway for academic discoveries. Professor Bender's research program centers on the design, synthesis, and engineering of new materials for organic electronic devices, particularly organic photovoltaics (OPVs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). His group has made significant contributions to the understanding and application of boron subphthalocyanines (BsubPcs) and silicon phthalocyanines (SiPcs), establishing methodologies for tailoring their chemical structure to optimize device performance. The Bender Lab employs a comprehensive 'applied chemistry-device continuum' approach, integrating computational modeling, synthetic chemistry, physical characterization, and device engineering to establish molecular structure-property relationships. Their research spans fundamental chemistry to applied device engineering, with strong emphasis on sustainability considerations throughout the materials development process. Analysis of Professor Bender's recent publications reveals a strong focus on developing BsubPcs as triplet harvesting materials in organic photovoltaics, engineering silicon phthalocyanines for enhanced electron transport, and exploring halogen bonding to control solid-state arrangements of these materials. His work demonstrates how molecular engineering can overcome traditional limitations in organic electronic materials, particularly regarding solubility, charge transport, and environmental stability. The research shows consistent progression toward higher efficiency devices with improved longevity. 2008 Professor Diran Basmadjian Teacher of the Year Award from the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry Corporate Special Recognition Award from Xerox Corporation for photoreceptor technology that enabled 'life of machine' parts Professor Bender actively mentors a diverse team of highly qualified personnel (HQP), including undergraduate students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows. His laboratory fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration between chemists, materials scientists, and chemical engineers, allowing students to engage with the complete research cycle from molecular design to environmental testing. He has secured funding from NSERC, SABIC Corporation, and other sources to support his research program, which maintains strong industrial partnerships with companies including SABIC Corporation, Siltech Corporation, and Xerox Corporation. His research bridges fundamental academic discoveries with practical commercial applications in the growing field of organic electronics. The Bender Laboratory maintains comprehensive infrastructure for organic synthesis, materials characterization, and device fabrication. Their facilities enable complete development cycles from molecular design to environmental testing of organic electronic devices. The lab's 'applied chemistry-device continuum' approach ensures that fundamental discoveries are rapidly translated into practical device applications, with particular emphasis on sustainability considerations throughout the materials development process. Current research directions include accelerated materials development, sustainable chemical processes, and life cycle analysis of organic electronic devices in real-world environments.
