جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• The financial journeys of transcontinental refugees and migrants
• Smuggling and shadow finance in refugee economies
• Economic and financial integration of migrants and refugees
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kimberley Wilson is a Senior Lecturer in Human Security at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University. She holds an MBA from Simmons College and a BA in Latin American Studies from Wellesley College. Her research focuses on the financial strategies of refugees and migrants, particularly transcontinental journeys, and she leads the Journeys Project . She has conducted fieldwork with UN agencies, World Bank, and NGOs, emphasizing financial inclusion and migration economics. Teaching includes qualitative research methods and economic inclusion frameworks. She received the James L. Paddock Award for Teaching Excellence (2009) and has authored/co-authored works on savings groups, refugee finance, and development economics. Education: MBA, Simmons College, Boston BA, Wellesley College, Wellesley Research Highlights: Explores financial mechanisms used by migrants/refugees before, during, and after journeys. Collaborates with international organizations to analyze shadow economies, cross-border finance, and integration challenges. Recent projects include studies in East Africa, the Mediterranean, and the U.S., with Fletcher students. Grants & Funding: Supported by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MasterCard Foundation, MetLife Foundation, and others for initiatives like the Fletcher Leadership Program for Financial Inclusion and FIND (Financial Integration in Displacement).

Elizabeth Rhodesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early modern Spanish literature
• Theology and religious culture
• Women’s studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Rhodes is a Professor Emerita at Boston College's Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Early Modern Spanish literature, theology, and women’s studies. Her research explores intersections of religion, gender, and cultural identity in early modern Spain, with a focus on marginalized voices such as female mystics and nuns. Rhodes holds a Ph.D. from Bryn Mawr College and has authored influential books like This Tight Embrace and Dressed to Kill . She currently investigates the evolving narratives of saints in her project 'The Age of the Saints.' Her work bridges literary analysis with historical and feminist critiques, addressing themes of violence, gender, and religious identity. Recent presentations include symposiums on ghostly writers and traumatic memory in religious texts. Rhodes’s interdisciplinary approach highlights marginalized voices and their contributions to cultural discourse. Education: B.A., Westhampton College; M.A. and Ph.D., Bryn Mawr College Recent Projects: 'The Age of the Saints' research, exploring saintly narratives; co-edited works on María de Zayas. Publications: Over 30 books and articles, including studies on Teresa of Ávila and Luisa de Carvajal y Mendoza.

Yuan Wangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Theoretical Macroeconomics
• Applied Econometrics
• Economic Growth
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuan Wang is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the College of Business, Technology and Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University, affiliated with the Social and Economic Research Institute. She has previously taught economics at the University of Manchester, UCL, University of Southampton, and Aston University, focusing on business school students. Theoretical Research: Economic growth, corruption/governance, institutions, financial development Applied Research: International trade, FDI, tourism economics, firm performance Her recent publications explore clean technology transitions, tourism's socioeconomic impacts, and global economic uncertainty. She collaborates with scholars like Francesco Lamantia and Anastasios Tziamalis on interdisciplinary projects. Key Topics: International trade, tourism economics, corruption, economic growth, financial development, institutional analysis She actively contributes to public economics discourse through op-eds in platforms like The Conversation and The Mint Magazine.

• Global Business Management
• Sustainability
• Organizational Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Asbjorn Osland is a Professor at the School of Global Innovation and Leadership within the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at San José State University (SJSU). He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from Case Western Reserve University (1994). His research focuses on global business sustainability, stakeholder management in multinational contexts, and leadership development in cross-cultural settings. He teaches courses like Global Dimensions of Business and Managing in the Global Economy, emphasizing practical applications through case studies and experiential learning. Osland’s research spans sustainability frameworks in Latin America, corporate social responsibility in Brazil, and global leadership challenges. He has published extensively on topics including supply chain sustainability, stakeholder engagement in industries like pulp and paper (e.g., Aracruz Celulose), and the role of HRM in transferring cultural values across borders. His work also explores innovative educational programs such as bio-convergence entrepreneurship and sustainability entrepreneurship courses. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. He has advised students through courses but specific advisees are not documented. His professional activities include organizing business plan competitions at SJSU, fostering student entrepreneurship and venture development.

Ray Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Studies
• Development Studies
• Gender and Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ray Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Santa Clara University's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford University and M.S. and B.S. degrees from Carnegie Mellon University. His research bridges environmental studies, development economics, and gender studies, focusing on topics such as urban agriculture, food security, energy poverty, and African development. Li has conducted extensive fieldwork in regions including California, Tanzania, and West Africa, analyzing the socioeconomic and environmental impacts of agricultural practices and energy access initiatives. Li's academic background combines technical expertise with interdisciplinary research. His work often integrates quantitative methods (e.g., field survey measurements) with qualitative insights (e.g., community case studies). Key themes in his research include: 1) The role of urban agriculture in addressing food insecurity and fostering social cohesion, 2) Gender dynamics in entrepreneurship and energy access in developing economies, and 3) The political ecology of agricultural policies in Africa. His publications demonstrate a commitment to actionable research, such as evaluating home gardens' nutritional benefits in San Jose or analyzing cotton production's economic impacts in Burkina Faso. While no formal awards are listed, his work has been cited in policy discussions around food justice and sustainable development. Li teaches courses that likely integrate computational methods with real-world sustainability challenges, reflecting his dual departmental affiliation. Li's advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided materials, though his involvement in Santa Clara University’s sustainability initiatives suggests potential collaborations with campus programs. His research often emphasizes marginalized communities, particularly women and rural populations, underscoring a focus on equity-centered development frameworks.

Ashley R. Garrickمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Social Work
• Community Organization
• Child and Family Welfare
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashley R. Garrick serves as Associate Field Director and Instructor in the Department of Social Work at Winthrop University's College of Arts and Sciences, where she coordinates field education and teaches social work practice courses. Her educational qualifications include: MSW from the University of Michigan (2013), specializing in Community Organization with Children and Youth BSW and BA in Psychology from Winthrop University (2011) Her professional focus centers on empowering vulnerable populations through community-based interventions. She specializes in poverty and homelessness mitigation, financial stability programming for low-income families, and youth-centered case management systems. Her work integrates direct service with systemic advocacy through local task forces addressing housing insecurity. Scientific Awards: No awards or fellowships were documented in the source material. As Associate Field Director, Garrick oversees student field placements and emphasizes experiential learning through real-world case applications. She incorporates student perspectives into curriculum development but no formal advisees or research grants are specified in the provided information. Professional engagement includes leadership in community task groups addressing homelessness, though no dedicated research laboratories or structured academic teams are mentioned.

Daniel Ebelingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Chemistry
• Electrochemical Sensors
• Water Treatment
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Daniel Ebeling is a Professor in the Chemistry Department at Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) . A proud alumnus of WLC's chemistry program, he specializes in integrating undergraduate research into the curriculum and mentoring students in hands-on scientific inquiry. He teaches General Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis, Instrumental Analysis, and Physical Chemistry Lab. Education: Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (University of Wisconsin), B.S. in Chemistry (Wisconsin Lutheran College) Research Interests focus on environmental chemistry, electrochemical sensor development, and water treatment technologies. His work bridges analytical chemistry with practical applications in biosolids analysis, nanoparticle behavior, and ozone-based sterilization systems. Over 15 years, he has collaborated with KWJ Engineering and SPEC Sensors on NSF-funded projects. Notable Projects include creating novel ionic liquids for electrochemical sensors, developing micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) for hydrogen detection, and integrating student research into regular coursework. His NSF SBIR grants enabled scaling undergraduate research experiences. Service includes chairing the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Department, advising the Ultimate Frisbee Club, and participating in the Soil Science Society of America. He co-founded a portable ozone generator tested at Cook County Hospital.

Lanyan Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Analysis
• Human Rights
• Social Welfare
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lanyan Chen is a Professor at Nipissing University cross-appointed between the Faculty of Arts and Science (Department of Psychology, Sociology, Child and Family Studies and Social Welfare - Social Welfare and Social Development) and the School of Business. She applies feminist political economy perspectives to gender inequality, human rights, and social development. Educational background includes BA from Inner Mongolian University, MA from Simon Fraser University, and PhD from University of British Columbia. Research examines gender analysis, human rights, health/social welfare policy, and decolonization approaches. She teaches courses in social welfare, social policy, healthcare policy, and social justice. Current research includes SSHRC-funded projects on regional development forums and sex trafficking in Northern Ontario, plus international collaborations on cooperative development with South Sudanese refugees in Uganda and Tibetan women in China. Publications consistently address gender dimensions of policy implementation across diverse cultural contexts. Awards: Nipissing University Research Achievement Award (2015) Professional experience includes UN appointments as Gender Advisor for Northeast Asia (UNIFEM, 1998-2003) and gender expert roles evaluating human rights programs internationally.

• International Development
• Social Anthropology
• Witchcraft and Religion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maia Green is a Professor of Social Anthropology at the University of Manchester, currently serving as Head of the Anthropology Discipline Area. She holds a PhD from the London School of Economics (LSE), awarded in 1993, with doctoral research conducted in Ulanga District, Southern Tanzania. Her research focuses on international development, social transformation in East Africa, and the intersection of religion and development. Key areas include civil society organizations, witchcraft practices, poverty, and the anthropology of Christianity. Her work spans global development policy analysis, Tanzania's socio-economic challenges, and the implications of economic growth agendas. She has collaborated with organizations like DFID and led projects such as the DFID-funded Religions and Development Research Programme and the Research on Poverty Alleviation in Tanzania. Her research also contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly poverty reduction and social inclusion. Teaching includes courses on international development, religion, and research design for postgraduates. Her editorial role with Critique of Anthropology (2019–2022) underscores her academic leadership. Recent publications (2017–2025) explore themes like cash transfers, formalization in development, and the cultural impacts of economic policies in Tanzania.

Mathew Abrahamمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Agricultural Value Chains and Markets
• Food Security in Developing Countries
• Evaluation Methodologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mathew Abraham is Assistant Director at the Tata-Cornell Institute for Agriculture and Nutrition (TCI) within Cornell University's Department of Global Development. He co-leads the Institutional Evaluation component of the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Crop Improvement. His research focuses on evaluation methodologies, agricultural value chains, food security in developing countries, and institutional innovation. Previously, he held a post-doctoral position at TCI after completing his PhD in International Economics and Management from Copenhagen Business School (2015). Abraham’s work emphasizes linking agriculture, nutrition, and poverty reduction through evidence-based interventions. He coordinates interdisciplinary research projects addressing global food systems challenges, including climate resilience, market access for smallholders, and policy design for sustainable development. His recent publications analyze topics such as farmer collective profitability, technological interventions in food systems, and pandemic impacts on nutrition security. He collaborates with international organizations and policymakers to strengthen agricultural development programs globally.

Jiaying Zhaoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioral Sustainability
• Environmental Psychology
• Resource Scarcity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jiaying Zhao is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC), holding dual appointments in the Department of Psychology and the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES) . She is Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Behavioral Sustainability and a UBC Sauder Distinguished Scholar. Her work bridges cognitive science and sustainability, focusing on how psychological principles can address financial and environmental challenges. She leads the Behavioral Sustainability Lab, investigating resource scarcity, environmental behavior, and cognitive biases in climate action. Education : PhD in Cognitive Science from Princeton University (2013). Affiliated with the Stone Centre on Wealth and Income Inequality (UBC), Center for Effective Global Action (UC Berkeley), and J-PAL North America (MIT). Research Interests - Resource Scarcity : Examines cognitive consequences of poverty and interventions to improve decision-making (e.g., unconditional cash transfers reducing homelessness). - Environmental Behavior : Designs nudges to promote recycling, energy conservation, and biodiversity protection through real-time feedback and messaging. - Environmental Cognition : Studies how perception of carbon footprints and climate evidence shapes public engagement and policy acceptance. - Statistical Cognition : Explores how regularities in data influence attention and learning. Awards & Recognition UBC Killam Research Prize (2020) Canada Research Chair (Tier 2, Behavioral Sustainability) UBC Sauder Distinguished Scholar Lab & Collaborations Her Behavioral Sustainability Lab collaborates globally on projects like the New Leaf Project (cash transfers for homelessness) and Happy Climate Workshop (combining carbon reduction with well-being). Active in policy engagement, she advises UNESCO’s Inclusive Policy Lab and Canada’s Financial Literacy Research Sub-Committee.

Sara Constantinoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Policy
• Climate Action Governance
• Social Norms and Polarization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sara Constantino is an Assistant Professor at the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, Department of Environmental Social Sciences. She is also a visiting research scholar at Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs and affiliated with SPARQ (Social Psychological Answers to Real-world Questions) and the Social Science Environmental Health Research Institute. Her interdisciplinary work bridges economics, psychology, and environmental policy, focusing on climate action governance, social norms, polarization, and cash transfer programs. Education: Bachelor’s in Economics (McGill University) Master’s in Economics (University College London) PhD in Cognitive and Decision Sciences (New York University) Postdoc in Environmental Policy at Princeton University Research Interests: Climate policy dynamics and social tipping points Role of polarization and governance in climate action Guaranteed income programs and their socio-economic impacts Consumer behavior around sustainability labels and smart technologies Publications Trends (2023–2025): Her recent work emphasizes modeling social-ecological systems, analyzing climate policy preferences, and evaluating interventions in energy and disaster resilience. Key themes include systemic inequities, behavioral nudges, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability. Grants & Collaborations: Collaborations include the Jain Family Institute (guaranteed income research) and the International Climate Psychology Collaboration (63-country study). Active in both academic and policy-oriented networks. Labs & Teams: Leads research at SPARQ and contributes to cross-disciplinary teams at the InSEEDS World-Earth Model initiative.

Azeem Shaikhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Econometric theory
• Partial identification
• Multiple testing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Azeem M. Shaikh is the Ralph and Mary Otis Isham Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago's Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics and serves as Department Chair. He also holds the Thornber Research Fellowship and co-directs the Becker Friedman Institute’s Big Data Initiative. His research focuses on econometric theory, including multiple testing, resampling methods (e.g., bootstrap), and partially identified models. He has contributed to applications in policy evaluation and causal inference, with notable work on randomized experiments and imperfect compliance. Educated at Duke University (B.S. in Mathematics) and Stanford University (Ph.D. in Economics), Shaikh has been affiliated with the University of Chicago since 2007. His research has received NSF funding and prestigious awards such as the Dennis J. Aigner Award for Applied Econometrics and Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship. He is an elected fellow of the Econometric Society and International Association for Applied Econometrics, and serves on editorial boards of the Econometrics Journal and Journal of Econometrics . Shaikh’s work bridges theoretical econometrics with practical policy challenges, emphasizing methodological rigor in addressing real-world problems like education program evaluation and health survey biases. His recent studies explore nonrepresentative sampling in population health research and novel variance estimators for stratified experiments. Awards: Hoover Fellowship, Sloan Fellowship, Econometric Society Fellowship Grants: NSF support for econometric methods in clustered data and covariate-adaptive randomization Key Contributions: Randomization inference frameworks, multiple testing adjustments, and causal effect identification under monotonicity

Elizabeth Popp Bermanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic Sociology
• Policy Analysis
• Science and Knowledge Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Popp Berman is the Richard H. Price Professor and Director of Organizational Studies at the University of Michigan, with a courtesy appointment in Sociology. She specializes in economic sociology, organizational studies, and the sociology of science and knowledge. Her work examines how economics became central to U.S. public policy, as detailed in her acclaimed book Thinking Like an Economist . Previously an Associate Professor at the University at Albany, SUNY, she earned her degrees from the University of Pennsylvania (BA) and UC Berkeley (MA, PhD). Education: Bachelor's Degree: University of Pennsylvania Master's Degree: University of California, Berkeley Doctorate: University of California, Berkeley Research Interests: Dr. Berman explores the intersection of economics, policy, and institutional change, with a focus on how quantitative frameworks shape decision-making in public and academic settings. Her work bridges historical analysis and contemporary policy debates, particularly in higher education and science policy. Awards and Recognition: American Sociological Association Awards (for Creating the Market University ) Social Science History Association Awards (for Creating the Market University ) Advising & Grants: She oversees courses like OS295 and OS495, where students analyze institutional challenges (e.g., university responses to pandemic disruptions). Her research has been featured in The Atlantic and highlighted for its impact on policy discourse. Labs/Teams: Directs the Organizational Studies program and serves on the Advisory Committee and OSLC (Organizational Studies Learning Community).

• Sustainability Management
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Business Models
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Minna Halme is a Professor of Sustainability Management at Aalto University School of Business, leading the Sustainability in Business Research Group. She specializes in co-creating sustainability innovations, circular economy strategies, and poverty alleviation in emerging markets. Her work bridges academic research with practical implementation through cross-disciplinary projects like the Creative Sustainability Master’s program and Aalto Global Impact. Halme holds editorial roles at journals such as Organization & Environment and advises Finland’s government and major organizations like SOK and the Central Chamber of Commerce. Education: Doctoral degree in Business and Economics from the University of Tampere (1997), Licentiate (1993), and Master’s (1990) degrees in the same field. Research Interests: Focus on systemic sustainability transitions, inclusive business models, and stakeholder collaboration in low-income contexts. Her projects often involve multi-country studies in Brazil, India, Russia, and Tanzania, emphasizing co-creation with informal sectors and marginalized communities. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator in strategic SRC-funded projects like ForTran (forestry transitions) and FINIX (textile sustainability). These initiatives aim to redesign global supply chains for resource efficiency and equity. Recognition: Awarded the Academy of Finland’s Societal Impact Award (2008), AOM’s Best International Paper (2014), and the RRBM Distinguished Winner award. Her work addresses UN SDGs 8 (Decent Work), 12 (Responsible Consumption), and 13 (Climate Action). Labs/Initiatives: Co-founder of Aalto’s Creative Sustainability program and Aalto Global Impact , fostering innovation for social and environmental challenges. Active in public debates on sustainability policy and corporate accountability.