Kevin Desouza is Professor of Business, Technology and Strategy at Queensland University of Technology's School of Management. He researches digital transformation, public sector innovation, and strategic management of technology, with work featured in Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Research expertise spans: Urban innovation ecosystems AI governance frameworks Organizational resilience Public-private digital partnerships Recent publications emphasize AI-enabled public services (40%), organizational adaptation during crises (30%), and urban governance innovation (25%). His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in government and industry. Leadership includes roles as Nonresident Senior Fellow at Brookings Institution and Distinguished Research Fellow at Shanghai Jiao Tong University's China Institute for Urban Governance. Secured $1.8M in research funding from government and private organizations.
Emma Soane is Associate Professor of Management at LSE, specializing in organizational risk, leadership psychology, and employee engagement. Her work examines decision-making under uncertainty, team dynamics, and behavioral responses to incentives. Research addresses risk governance during crises (e.g., COVID-19), bonus regulation in finance, and simulation-based training for healthcare safety. Experimental studies analyze how tasks and incentives shape risk-taking variability. Recent publications develop frameworks for risk analysis quality and paradox-based risk management. She co-authored Traders: Risks, decisions, and management in financial markets and studies employee engagement in high-stakes environments. Soane collaborates with financial institutions and healthcare organizations to translate research into practice. She teaches organizational behavior and risk management to executives and postgraduate students.
Peter Vistisen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication and Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Aalborg University, Denmark. His interdisciplinary work bridges information technology and the liberal arts, with a focus on user-centered innovation, digital media, and design thinking. He is affiliated with InDiMedia (Centre for Interactive Digital Media & Experience Design) and involved in the MASSHINE research initiative. His research interests include: User-centered innovation and design thinking Digital innovation and strategic design Animation and sketching as tools in the innovation process Metaverse and experience technologies AI for the People and ethical digital design Interactive digital media in everyday life His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining digital media, health communication, sustainability, and cultural storytelling. Key themes include the use of animation in health and climate communication, XR onboarding systems, museum metaverses, and the domestication of digital tools in everyday life. His work often involves collaborative, user-driven design and explores how emerging technologies can be made accessible and meaningful. Scientific awards include: Årets Underviser (Teacher of the Year), 2020 Årets Brøl: Best App/Mobile Website, 2014 MÆRKK Prize: Best Master’s Thesis, 2011 He actively supervises students and leads research projects in digital innovation, public engagement, and experience design. His grants and projects often involve cross-sector collaboration with healthcare, cultural institutions, and public organizations. He is involved in multiple research centers and initiatives, including InDiMedia and MASSHINE, and frequently contributes to academic conferences, workshops, and public media discussions on digital culture and design. Notable research teams and labs: InDiMedia (Centre for Interactive Digital Media & Experience Design) MASSHINE Collaborative projects with healthcare and cultural sectors
Dr. Joel Scanlan is a Senior Lecturer in Health Information Management at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE) , University of Tasmania, Hobart. He also holds an adjunct Associate Professor position in maritime cybersecurity at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL). With a PhD in Network Security and Data Mining from the University of Tasmania, Dr. Scanlan has over two decades of experience in teaching and industry consulting in cybersecurity and privacy. His research is centered on the technical and social harms of the internet, with a strong emphasis on child exploitation prevention, cybersecurity, data privacy, and machine learning . He works in multidisciplinary teams involving psychology, law, and maritime security, contributing to high-impact projects on online safety, CSAM deterrence, and digital interventions. His work has informed policy discussions, including submissions on social media regulation and participation in coalitions like SaferAI for Children. Dr. Scanlan's recent publications highlight trends in AI-driven safety tools , such as chatbots for adolescent support, honeypot experiments for deterring online predators, and digital interventions to prevent child sexual abuse perpetration. His research bridges technical innovation with ethical and social considerations, particularly in balancing privacy and surveillance. Google Scholar : Access via Google Scholar ORCID : 0000-0003-2285-8932 LinkedIn : Professional Profile He has been involved in supervising research students and collaborative projects, particularly in the design and evaluation of online safety technologies. Dr. Scanlan is an active participant in national and international research networks, including the Child Sexual Abuse Reduction Research Network and Te Puna Haumaru Seminar Series in New Zealand. His public engagement includes speaking at conferences such as #AIC2025Conference, contributing to media discussions, and advocating for transparency and accountability in higher education and digital policy.
Sophia P. Dimelis is a Professor at the Department of Informatics of Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). She holds multiple advanced degrees: BA in Economics (1976) and Political Science (1979), MSc and PhD in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh (1987). She has taught at institutions in Greece and the U.S., including visiting professorships at the University of Indianapolis (2008) and University of Sydney (2010). Her research focuses on econometric analysis applied to business cycles, international trade, energy economics, and FDI effects, with a recent emphasis on ICT and firm productivity. She has led EU research projects (SPES, PHARE, CEPR) and is a principal investigator in numerous studies. Her work appears in top journals like Oxford Economic Papers and World Economy , with over 80 publications including four authored books. She serves as a referee for journals and evaluates EU research programs. Her research explores topics like ISO certification impacts, banking system stability, and the Greek crisis's feedback mechanisms. Education: BA in Economics, Athens School of Economics and Business Science (1976) BA in Political Science, Pantios Superior School of Political Science (1979) MSc and PhD in Economics, University of Pittsburgh, USA (1987) Research Interests: Her work combines advanced econometric methods with applied topics in economic development. Key themes include: Quantifying FDI spillovers in peripheral EU economies ICT adoption's role in firm productivity Inventory behavior in crisis contexts Feedback mechanisms in sovereign debt crises Banking system stability and government policy interactions Grants & Collaborations: Principal investigator in multiple EU-funded projects Researcher at the Institute of Economic Policy Studies (ΙΜΟΠ) International collaborations via visiting professorships Key Contributions: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles, four authored books, and significant policy evaluation roles for the European Commission and Fulbright Foundation. Her recent work highlights digital transformation in public institutions and post-crisis economic resilience strategies.
Andrea Rosà is a Researcher and Lecturer at the Faculty of Informatics of Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) in Lugano, Switzerland. He is a member of the Dynamic Analysis Group (DAG), where he conducts research on managed language runtimes, dynamic program analysis, and performance optimization of parallel systems. Andrea earned his PhD in Informatics from USI in 2018 under the supervision of Prof. Walter Binder. Prior to that, he completed both his MSc and BSc in Computer Science Engineering at Politecnico di Milano. His research centers on dynamic program analysis, managed language runtimes (especially the Java Virtual Machine), dynamic compilers, benchmarking, concurrency and parallelism, and big-data analytics. He has developed tools such as AkkaProf for profiling actor-based applications and contributed to the Renaissance benchmarking suite. His recent work investigates task granularity, Java streams, vectorization, and compiler-level profiling. His most recent publications (2023–2025) explore JVM performance, Java Vector API, native-image startup, and adaptive threading, published in leading venues such as TOPLAS, PLDI, CGO, and OOPSLA. The articles collectively reflect a strong focus on empirical systems research, performance engineering, and tool development for modern JVM-based applications. Andrea collaborates extensively with researchers including Matteo Basso, Walter Binder, Eduardo Rosales, and Lydia Y. Chen. He has co-authored over 50 publications and contributed to multiple open-source projects and benchmarking frameworks. He advises no known students but actively contributes to academic service, including organizing and editing workshop proceedings. He is based at the East Campus, Sector D, Office D5.10, Via la Santa 1, Lugano-Viganello, Switzerland.
Dr. A. Ersoy is an Assistant Professor at TU Delft's Department of Urban Development Management within the Architecture and the Built Environment faculty. Their research focuses on urban sustainability transitions, disaster resilience, and infrastructure governance. Key themes include circular economy applications, smart city technologies, and policy coordination for flood resilience in cities like Houston and Accra. Ersoy has contributed to over 50 publications since 2011, with recent work examining AI-driven solutions for energy-efficient renovations and pandemic recovery frameworks. They lead the Circular Built Environment Hub project and actively participates in urban innovation initiatives such as Urban Living Labs. Ersoy's work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical governance challenges, emphasizing participatory methods and systemic approaches to urban development. Educational Background : While not explicitly detailed in the text, TU Delft faculty profiles typically require doctoral qualifications in urban studies or related fields. Ersoy’s prolific publication record suggests advanced academic training in urban planning, economics, or environmental policy. Research Interests : Urban sustainability transitions and circular economy implementation Infrastructure interdependencies and resilience planning Policy frameworks for disaster management and pandemic recovery Smart city technologies and citizen engagement Chinese urbanization patterns and high-speed rail development Public participation in infrastructure decision-making Grants & Projects : Lead researcher in the Circular Built Environment Hub , a multidisciplinary initiative addressing resource efficiency. Collaborations include comparative studies on flood resilience in Houston/Ghana and the Bristol Green Capital Partnership case study. Labs/Teams : Engaged with TU Delft’s Urban Futures research group and partners in international urban networks like JPI Urban Europe. Coordinates with institutions in China, India, Uganda, and Chile through collaborative research projects.
Goretty Dias is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo , with a background in natural sciences and engineering. She specializes in sustainability assessment tools like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to analyze agricultural and biobased product systems, aiming to create more sustainable food systems. She teaches courses such as ENBUS 622: Product Life Cycle Assessment and Management , ENBUS 402 (A&B): Environment and Business Project , and ENBUS 307/SUSM 675: Industrial Ecology: Life Cycle Assessment and Management in Business . Research Interests : Goretty's work centers on applying LCA and sustainability metrics to food systems, bioenergy, and agricultural products. Her research addresses challenges in nitrogen use efficiency, food waste quantification, and the carbon footprint of dietary patterns. She explores policy interventions for sustainable consumption and production systems, with a focus on Canadian agriculture and campus food environments. Publication Trends : Her recent publications (2022-2024) emphasize the intersection of sustainability with textile waste, dietary emissions, and circular economy solutions. Earlier works (2021) highlight nanotechnology applications for sustainability and improvements in nitrogen use efficiency, while her foundational research (2017-2020) established benchmarks for greenhouse tomatoes, bioenergy from forest residues, and global food production mismatches. Contact Information : Email: gdias@uwaterloo.ca Office: EV3 4251
Samuel Salovaara is a Senior Researcher at the University of Lapland , affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Department of Welfare, Work and Citizenship . His research focuses on digitalization in social work, particularly the role of information systems in knowledge formation and multidisciplinary collaboration. He holds a Doctor of Social Sciences degree and has held external roles as a Social Worker at Helsingin kaupunki (2019–2019) and Application Analyst at Oy Apotti Ab (2016–2019). Key projects include CHILD SOCNET (2024–2025), STePS 3.0 (2019–2022), and his personal project Väitöskirjatutkimus (2018–2024). His work bridges science and technology studies (STS) with practical applications in social welfare systems. Salovaara has received awards for impactful research, including the Parhaan paperin palkinto (2021) and Rajapinta ry:n gradupalkinto (2018). His research outputs (27 publications) analyze information system implementation, employee well-being, and cross-sector collaboration. Notable contributions include studies on client information systems, comparative professional experiences, and sociotechnical system frameworks. He actively participates in academic conferences and media engagements to disseminate findings on digitalization in social services.
Jaime Camelio is a Professor at the University of Georgia's School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, specializing in cyber-physical systems security, smart manufacturing, and statistical process control. His work integrates advanced technologies like machine learning, reinforcement learning, and Bayesian inference to enhance manufacturing resilience and safety. He focuses on vulnerabilities in production systems, digital twin applications, and data-driven quality control. His research spans aerospace composites, IIoT-enabled worker well-being monitoring, and synthetic data frameworks for manufacturing simulations. Research interests include cybersecurity in additive manufacturing, occupational safety monitoring via statistical control charts, and innovative approaches to fault detection in assembly systems. He leads projects funded by NSF CPS initiatives, such as collaborative research on manufacturing security and cyber-physical vulnerability assessments. His work bridges theoretical advancements with real-world applications in aerospace, automotive, and industrial IoT sectors. Scientific contributions include frameworks for digital thread integration in product lifecycle management and NURBS-based statistical monitoring of manufacturing surfaces. Publications emphasize both technical innovations and systemic risk mitigation strategies for modern manufacturing ecosystems. His lab explores cutting-edge topics like LLM applications in manufacturing workflows and random sampling strategies to counteract cyber-physical attacks.
Tsiatouchas Georgios is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Ioannina, School of Engineering. He has been an active faculty member since 2001, progressing from Lecturer to full Professor by 2018. His academic work is centered on integrated circuit design and microarchitecture, with teaching responsibilities in electronics and VLSI systems. Educational Background: B.Sc. in Physics, Department of Physics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1990) M.Sc. in Electronic Automation, Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1993) Ph.D. in Informatics, Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1999) His research interests lie primarily in the design of analog and digital VLSI circuits and reliable integrated systems. His work bridges computer engineering and microelectronics, focusing on hardware design and circuit reliability. This technical focus is reflected in his teaching, including courses such as Electronics (MYY404), VLSI Circuits (MYE018), and Reliable Integrated Systems. There are no publications listed in the provided text, so no trends can be derived from article data. There are no scientific awards mentioned in the provided information. There is no information available about student advising, research grants, or leadership in funded projects. However, he previously served as Director of Research and Development Programs and Technical Manager of the Analog Design Sector at Integrated Systems Development SA (1998–2002), indicating strong industry research experience prior to his academic career. There is no mention of specific laboratories or research teams led by him in the provided text.
Valérie d'Acremont is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Biology and Medicine, University of Lausanne, and Chief Physician leading the Global and Environmental Health sector at the University Center for General Medicine and Public Health (Unisanté). She is also a visiting scientist at the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute and has contributed to the World Health Organization as an expert in febrile diseases and malaria diagnostics. Her research focuses on improving healthcare in resource-limited settings through evidence-based clinical decision support systems, particularly digital algorithms ('magic tablets') that guide clinicians in diagnosing and managing febrile illnesses. Her work addresses systemic health risks such as antibiotic resistance, climate change, and healthcare infrastructure limitations. Infectious Diseases Tropical and Travel Medicine Epidemiology and Public Health Digital Health and Clinical Algorithms Antibiotic Stewardship Climate and Environmental Health Her research has led to significant reductions in unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions and improved patient outcomes. She has pioneered large-scale studies on fever etiology in Africa, with findings published in top journals like the New England Journal of Medicine . Her recent work emphasizes real-time disease surveillance dashboards and health system resilience. She has received several honors, including: Pfizer Prize (2015) for groundbreaking research on fever causes in children in Tanzania Valérie d'Acremont is deeply committed to mentoring future clinicians and researchers. She teaches modern, humanistic, and technology-integrated medicine at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes delegation of diagnostic tasks to non-specialists using digital tools, allowing healthcare providers to focus on patient-centered care. She has supervised research teams and mentored early-career scientists in global health projects. She leads the Global and Environmental Health sector at Unisanté, where her team develops and implements community screening strategies for diseases like Chagas and COVID-19. Collaborating with engineers and sociologists, her interdisciplinary team works on adapting health systems to global challenges such as climate change and resource scarcity. Her group generates large clinical and microbiological datasets used for real-time epidemic surveillance and policy-making support.
Vadim Dukhanin, MD, MHS, is an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He is affiliated with the Center for Health Services and Outcomes Research (CHSOR) and the Roger and Flo Lipitz Center to Advance Policy in Aging and Disability. With over a decade of research and consulting experience across academic, governmental, and corporate sectors, Dr. Dukhanin specializes in health services and outcomes research, leveraging clinical and population health data to improve healthcare delivery. MD, Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, 2006 MHS, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2015 His research centers on patient and public engagement, patient safety, diagnostic excellence, and implementation science. He investigates how value-based care priorities can be translated into organizational and individual behaviors, with a focus on equity and social justice. His work employs mixed methods, including systematic reviews, cost-effectiveness analysis, and qualitative analysis of interviews and focus groups. Dr. Dukhanin’s recent publications highlight trends in patient-reported measures for diagnostic accuracy, shared access to patient portals for older adults, and strategies to reduce diagnostic disparities. His work increasingly emphasizes equity, human-centered design, and the development of practical tools for healthcare performance management. Scientific Awards: SIDM Fellowship in Diagnostic Excellence (2023–2024) Johns Hopkins Diversity Recognition Award (2022) Finalist, National Academy of Medicine Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence (2022) Delta Omega Honorary Society, Alpha Chapter (2020) CHSOR Directors Award (2017) Dr. Dukhanin has contributed to numerous grants and initiatives evaluating CMS programs such as CPC+ and Primary Care First. He advises on implementation strategies and performance-based adjustments, particularly for seriously ill populations. His advisory work focuses on authentic patient and caregiver engagement in healthcare decision-making. He is a key contributor to projects at CHSOR and the Lipitz Center, where he leads research on patient engagement frameworks, diagnostic safety, and performance measurement. His collaborative network includes experts in public health, medicine, and health policy.
Dr. Balbinder Deo is an Associate Professor in the School of Business at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), Prince George campus, where he has been a faculty member since 2002. He holds dual PhDs in Industrial Engineering from the University of Manitoba and in Business Management from Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India, along with an MBA from HP University Simla and an MSc from GNDU Amritsar. PhD in Industrial Engineering, University of Manitoba, Canada PhD in Business Management, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India MBA, HP University Simla, India MSc, Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, India Dr. Deo's research focuses on operational efficiency, cost modeling, and sustainability. His primary research areas include Operations-Based Costing (OBC), Activity-Based Costing (ABC), retail shrinkage reduction, green operations, materials flow analysis, and biofuels for northern communities. He has extensive experience working with industrial organizations such as Inco Limited, NewHolland Canada, and Punjab Markfed, which has informed his applied research in manufacturing and service sectors. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward sustainability and operational innovation, particularly in the areas of wood-based biofuels, carbon credits on private lands, and process costing in healthcare and non-profit organizations. The integration of technology, human resources, and systems thinking is a recurring theme, especially in retail and energy applications. Dr. Deo has served on multiple university committees including the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Business (SCUB), the Academic Standards Committee (ASC) for the School of Business, and as Treasurer of the Faculty Association. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses such as Operations Management, Management Science, and Total Quality Management. He supervises graduate students in PhD, MBA, and MSc programs and has collaborated with researchers like Neufeld, Bhullar, Sra, and others. His work bridges academia and industry, with over 45 peer-reviewed publications and 9 applied research reports submitted to industrial organizations.
Vladimir Kraguljac is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism in Vrnjačka Banja, part of the University of Kragujevac, Serbia. He teaches Business Informatics and Information and Communication Technologies in the context of hotel and tourism education. His academic affiliation is deeply rooted in applied informatics within the tourism and hospitality sector. His research interests focus on the integration of Information Technology in education, particularly in e-learning , distance learning software , and the use of touchscreen devices in teaching. He explores how digital tools enhance pedagogical outcomes in business informatics, especially for tourism and hospitality management students. The trend in his scholarly work reflects a strong emphasis on educational technology , ICT in tourism education , and digital assessment methods . His publications span topics such as web security, academic integrity, and internet-enhanced language instruction, showing a multidisciplinary approach to modern educational challenges. Professional Affiliations: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Project Involvement: TEMPUS Project: 'Modernization and Harmonization of Tourism Study Programmes in Serbia – MHTSPS' Project: 'Improving English Language Teaching in the Health Tourism Study Program in Primary Academic Studies' He advises on curriculum development and digital integration in higher education, particularly in tourism studies. His work contributes to modernizing academic programs through international collaboration and technology adoption. He is actively involved in academic service and has contributed to multiple conference proceedings and thematic publications. He is affiliated with research teams focused on educational innovation and digital transformation in tourism. His lab or research environment appears to be collaborative, involving co-authors from technical and educational backgrounds, and is oriented toward practical implementation in higher education settings.
