جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Finance
• Risk Management
• Asset Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Shusong BA serves as Professor of Practice in Finance at The University of Hong Kong's Business School since February 2025, concurrently holding key executive positions including Managing Director and Chief China Economist at Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) and Chief Economist at the China Banking Association. His multifaceted career spans academic research, high-level policy advisory, and institutional leadership across finance and economics. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Economics from Central University of Finance and Economics (1999), Master of Economics (1994) and Bachelor of Engineering (1991) from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, supplemented by postdoctoral research at Peking University (2001) and Columbia University visiting scholarship (2013). Professor Ba's research focuses on practical applications in financial regulation (Basel III frameworks), risk management, asset management, banking development, and modern exchange operations. His expertise extends to specialized areas including green finance implementation, RMB internationalization, bond market connectivity, and real estate finance, consistently bridging theoretical research with market operations and policy decision-making in China's evolving financial landscape. His 15+ recent publications (2016-2025) reveal a strategic focus on China's financial system transformation, with recurring themes in market connectivity (Stock/Bond Connect), sustainable finance adoption, and real estate market dynamics. These works demonstrate consistent analysis of Hong Kong's role as an international financial hub and China's integration into global financial systems, emphasizing practical policy implications over theoretical constructs. His distinguished service includes: Special Government Allowance from the State Council as a finance expert Keynote speaker for Politburo collective study sessions Member of China's 13th Five-Year Plan Professional Committee Expert in HKSAR Chief Executive's Policy Unit (since 2024) Professor Ba has significantly contributed to academic development through adjunct professorships at Peking University, Tsinghua University, and other top Chinese institutions, while his government service includes HKSAR Economic Development Committee membership (2012-2017) and Columbia University's Actuarial Advisory Board (since 2021). His policy work directly influences financial regulation and market development across Greater China. He currently leads the Peikang Chang Research Foundation of Development Economics as Chairman and directs the Aging Finance Division within the China Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics, driving research at the intersection of financial systems and demographic challenges in aging societies.

Iwa Salamiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Financial Regulation
• FinTech Law
• Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Iwa Salami is a Professor of Law at the Royal Docks School of Business and Law, University of East London. She serves as Director of the Centre of FinTech, Programme Leader for the LLM in FinTech Law, and oversees Postgraduate Research Degrees in Law. She has held roles such as member of the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Academic Advisory Group (Bank of England/HM Treasury, 2023) and Governing Council Member of the British Institute in Eastern Africa (2016–2022). Education: PhD (Queen Mary, University of London) LLM (King's College, University of London) LLB (University of Westminster) PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education Research Interests: Regulation of mobile payments, crypto-assets, CBDCs, blockchain, AI in finance. Her work emphasizes African financial systems and global regulatory challenges. Recent focus includes decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, and metaverse legal frameworks. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Grants & Advising: Supervises PhD students on topics like crypto regulation in Africa and AI in FinTech. Engages with industry partners including Barclays, HSBC, and Algorand Foundation to bridge academic-research and policy impact. Labs/Teams: Leads the Centre of FinTech, collaborating with global institutions on CBDC policy, digital identity, and FinTech fraud prevention.

Jonathan Liebenauمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Technology Management
• Innovation Policy
• Information Systems in Developing Countries
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jonathan Liebenau is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Technology Management at the London School of Economics (LSE), part of the Department of Management. He also holds a visiting professorship at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business and School of Engineering. His expertise spans technology management, innovation policy, and the socio-economic impacts of information systems in developing countries. He has authored/co-authored over 70 publications and advised global organizations such as Dell, IBM, and the UK Office of Science and Innovation. Education: PhD in History and Sociology of Science (University of Pennsylvania, 1981), BA in Science Policy (University of Rochester, 1976). His career includes roles at the Smithsonian Institution, Boston University, and academic leadership roles at LSE. Research focuses on technology policy, telecommunications, and the role of digital infrastructure in development. He leads LSE Tech, a research group exploring internet economics and policy. Notable work includes studies on payment systems modernization, blockchain regulation, and the economic implications of cloud computing in emerging economies. Advisory roles include membership on boards at Istanbul Bilgi University and the American University in Cairo. He has supervised numerous PhD students researching topics like ICT in Sub-Saharan Africa, banking innovation in Thailand, and DSS applications in national debt management. His recent articles address global technological competition with China, urban mobility policy, and fintech innovation mechanisms. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understanding how technology shapes economic development and regulatory frameworks.

Mitzi Boltonمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Sustainable Development
• Public Policy
• Public Administration
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mitzi Bolton is a Senior Research Fellow at the Monash Sustainable Development Institute (Monash University), specializing in public policy, governance, and sustainable development. She holds external roles such as Academic Advisor to the Australia and New Zealand School of Government's National Regulators Community of Practice and former Chair of the IPAA Sustainability Community of Practice (Vic). Her research focuses on integrating science and policy to address complex sustainability challenges, particularly leveraging AI for public decision-making and hazardous waste management. Education: PhD in Public Policy & Sustainable Development (Australian National University, 2020) MComLaw in Environmental Law (Monash University) BSc (Hons) in Botany/Ecology (University of Melbourne) Research Interests : Mitzi’s work emphasizes optimizing public decision-making frameworks, sustainable development governance, and the application of AI in policy. She collaborates across disciplines to advance transdisciplinary solutions, particularly in environmental policy and regulatory practices. Her projects include designing digital tools for prison leavers and developing frameworks for hazardous waste management. Recent Projects : IP3.04 – Management of Hazardous Waste (2024–2025) AI Techniques for Hazardous Waste Reuse (2022–2023) SDG Governance Scoping (2022) Awards : Recipient of the Geoff Anderson Prize (2022) for contributions to sustainable development research. Advising & Grants : Supervises PhD students focusing on public sector practices for sustainable development. Leads grants exploring AI’s role in governance and environmental policy. Collaborations : Engages with institutions like the Australasian Land and Groundwater Association and the Australia and New Zealand School of Government. Active in global sustainability networks addressing SDG implementation challenges.

Andrew Sartaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Business
• Management
• Organizational Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Sarta is an Assistant Professor of Strategy at the School of Administrative Studies, York University. He specializes in organizational adaptation and behavioral strategy within socially/technologically changing environments. His research focuses on traditional sectors like financial services (FinTech emergence) and healthcare innovation. Sarta holds a PhD in Strategy from Ivey Business School, Western University. He also serves as an Honorary Research Fellow at UCL School of Management and has held fellowships across institutions including UCL's Innovating Across Sectors Program and Western University's Digital Banking Lab. Research Interests: Business strategy, organizational adaptation mechanisms, managerial attention processes, cognitive configurations in decision-making, and innovation dynamics in FinTech and healthcare sectors. His work bridges strategic management theory with practical industry challenges, emphasizing early-stage adaptation processes. His articles explore AI applications in strategy, digital transformation processes, and cognitive models of organizational behavior. Recent work emphasizes futuring techniques, Bayesian approaches to strategic shifts, and fuzzy-set analyses of technological prisms. Featured in Academy of Management, Strategic Management Society, and EGOS conferences Recipient of two Best Paper Awards Over 10 years strategic management experience in Fortune 500 firms Advising & Grants: While no specific students/advising roles are listed, Sarta's industry experience and academic fellowships suggest active engagement in collaborative research initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in UCL Innovating Across Sectors Program, Ivey's Digital Banking Lab, and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health.

• Data Governance
• AI Ethics
• Data Protection
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rob Brennan is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin. With 25 years of academic and industry experience, he specializes in data governance, AI ethics, and cybersecurity. His research integrates socio-technical systems analysis, data protection frameworks, and healthcare risk management. He leads the Value and Risk research challenge within the ADAPT Centre's Transparent Digital Governance initiative and coordinates projects like the ARK platform for risk governance. Education: BSc in Physics, Dublin City University MSc, Queen's University Belfast PhD in Governance, Dublin City University Professional Diploma in University Teaching and Learning, University College Dublin Research Interests: Data Governance & AI Accountability GDPR Compliance & Privacy Engineering Healthcare Risk Management Knowledge Graphs & Linked Data Cybersecurity & Incident Response Key Contributions: Co-PI of Science Foundation Ireland's Empower Data Governance project Coordinator of the €4M H2020 ALIGNED project on software/data engineering Developed the ARK platform for risk governance in healthcare and cybersecurity Grants & Awards: Best Paper Award at Extended Semantic Web Conference 2023 Principal Investigator for grants including the ARK-Virus platform (SFI-funded) Teaching & Mentorship: Coordinates courses on Cyber Risk Assessment, Incident Response, and Data Protection Supervises PhD students focusing on data governance and AI ethics Co-developed the MA in Data Protection and Privacy Law with Computing Professional Activities: Member of FAccT 2023 Program Committee Co-chair of the Irish Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science Contributor to international standards (OMG, IETF, 3GPP)

John Vellaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tax Law
• Tax Policy
• International Taxation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Vella is a Professor of Law at the University of Oxford and holds multiple roles including Director (Law) of the Oxford University Centre for Business Taxation at Saïd Business School, a founding Director of the Oxford MSc in Taxation, and a Fellow of Harris Manchester College. His research focuses on tax law and policy, particularly multinational taxation, financial sector taxation, tax avoidance, and tax administration. He has provided expert testimony before UK and European parliamentary committees, and his work includes co-authoring the 2021 book Taxing Profit in a Global Economy . Vella studied at the University of Malta (BA, LLD) and the University of Cambridge (LLM, PhD). He has held visiting roles at institutions such as the IMF, Bocconi University, NYU, and Georgetown University. His research interests span Tax Law, Tax Policy, International Taxation, Corporate Tax Law, and Business Law. He has contributed to over 40 journal articles, book chapters, and reports, addressing topics like digital economy taxation, BEPS reforms, and crisis-driven tax policies. His recent work examines the OECD’s two-pillar solution for global tax governance and post-pandemic tax policy responses. Key publications include analyses of profit attribution challenges, digital services taxation, and the implications of the destination-based cash flow tax. Vella has authored policy reports for bodies like the UK National Audit Office and the European Parliament, focusing on aggressive tax planning and corporate tax transparency. His contributions bridge academic research with practical policy recommendations in global tax governance.

Magnus Strandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• EU Law
• Civil Law
• Competition Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Magnus Strand serves as Senior Lecturer in Civil Law at the Department of Law, Uppsala University (2025-present) and Associate researcher at the Department of Business Administration (2025-present). Previously, he was Research leader in commercial law (2021-2025), Member of the Education Committee of the Faculty of Social Sciences (2020-2025), and Director of Studies in Commercial Law (2016-2020). He also held a Part-time Professor position at the European University Institute in Florence (2019-2020). Doctor of Laws, Uppsala University (2015) Bachelor of Laws, Lund University (2006) Bachelor of Philosophy, Uppsala University (2006) Associate lawyer at Lindahl law firm (2006-2008) Professor Strand's research focuses on the complex interaction between EU law and national legal systems, with particular expertise in competition law, damages law, and the regulatory challenges posed by artificial intelligence and digital markets. His scholarly work has evolved from traditional EU competition law topics toward the emerging challenges of AI governance. Recent publications demonstrate his ability to identify and engage with cutting-edge legal challenges as they emerge in the digital economy, particularly examining how national legal frameworks interact with EU regulations in commercial contexts. His publication record reveals a clear trajectory from foundational work on competition damages (2010-2017) toward contemporary issues in AI regulation (2022-2025). The most recent articles show increasing focus on algorithmic trading, AI-based regulatory technology, and adaptation of damage law to AI systems. This evolution demonstrates his scholarly agility in addressing rapidly developing legal frontiers while maintaining expertise in core EU law principles. Editor of the European Law Journal (ERT) Member of steering group for Swedish Network for European Law Research (2012-2015) Coordinator for Uppsala University's European Law Moot Court Competition (2008-2012) As an educator and administrator, Strand has significantly contributed to legal education through curriculum development and interdisciplinary approaches. His research leadership extends to multiple funded projects examining regulatory governance in digital markets and AI technology, particularly within financial sectors, demonstrating his commitment to bridging theoretical scholarship with practical regulatory challenges. Professor Strand leads several major research initiatives including "Konkurrenstvister bortom harmoniseringen" (financed by Konkurrensverket), "AI Design Futures," and "AI-based RegTech" (both financed by The Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program – Humanity and Society). These projects position him at the forefront of legal scholarship addressing the intersection of competition law, digital markets, and AI governance.

Vivienne Brandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Whistleblowing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Vivienne Brand is Professor in Law at Flinders University's College of Business, Government and Law, where she leads the corporate law research program. She serves as General Editor of the Australian Journal of Corporate Law and Deputy Chair of the Law Council of Australia’s Corporations Committee, with expertise in corporate governance, whistleblowing systems, and social licence to operate frameworks. Her policy influence includes invited testimony before Federal parliamentary inquiries on whistleblowing reform and liquidator regulation. Her academic qualifications include: LLB (Honours) Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP) Master of Laws (LLM) with Merit Master of Educational Studies (MEdSt) PhD Brand's research critically examines corporate ethics through empirical studies of director behavior, particularly regarding whistleblowing mechanisms and social licence to operate in Australian business contexts. She investigates how directors' duties evolve with societal expectations, regulatory changes, and emerging challenges like AI governance. Her work bridges legal theory with practical compliance frameworks, emphasizing the role of non-financial incentives in ethical corporate behavior. Recent publications (2020-2024) reveal three key trends: (1) Deepening analysis of whistleblowing regulation with focus on financial incentives and Regtech solutions; (2) Expansion into Middle East/North Africa trade law and sustainability governance; (3) Critical examination of AI's impact on director responsibilities and corporate accountability frameworks. Her scholarship consistently connects corporate law with UN Sustainable Development Goals through ethical business practices. Awarded national recognition for teaching excellence: Australian Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning Vice Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence (awarded twice) Brand actively supervises corporate law research and secured funding as Chief Investigator for the 2023-2024 project Innovations in health and aged care: promoting Arab-Australia knowledge transfer , addressing cross-cultural healthcare challenges. Her professional engagement includes non-executive directorships and leadership in the Society of Corporate Law Academics (serving as President until February 2024). She maintains active roles in Law Council of Australia committees, including the Whistleblowing Working Party and Foreign Bribery Divisions, while contributing to global policy discussions on corporate governance standards.

Giacomo De Laurentisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Finance
• Credit Risk Management
• Bank Regulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Giacomo De Laurentis is a Full Professor in the Department of Finance at Bocconi University, affiliated with the School of Management. He has held leadership roles including past director of the Executive Education Custom Programs (2012–2016), Open Programs Division (2006–2012), and the Financial Intermediaries and Insurance Companies’ Department (1996–2006). He serves on the scientific committee of AIFIRM (Associazione Italiana Financial Industry Risk Managers) and as an independent board member of Fiditalia (Société Générale Group). Previously, he was part of the Supervisory Board of Standard & Poor’s entities from 2008 to 2019. His research focuses on corporate valuation, credit risk management, banking regulation, and financial analysis. Key themes include regulatory compliance (EBA guidelines), stress testing, credit policy design, and rating systems. His work spans academic publications and practical applications in banking and financial institutions. Teaching includes courses such as Financial Management and Financial Markets , Credit Risk Management , and executive education programs for institutions like Credit Agricole and Unicredit. He teaches in English at Bocconi University and SDA Bocconi School of Management, contributing to executive MBAs and specialized finance programs. Professional affiliations include board memberships and advisory roles, reflecting his expertise in regulatory frameworks and risk governance. His publications emphasize practical solutions to banking challenges under evolving regulatory environments.

Atanas Mihovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Finance
• Banking
• Operational Risk
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Atanas Mihov serves as Associate Professor of Finance and Capitol Federal Fellow at the University of Kansas School of Business, where he teaches International Finance and Commercial Credit Analysis at the undergraduate level. Since joining KU in 2020, he has maintained visiting positions with the Federal Reserve Banks of Dallas and Richmond, building on his prior role as Senior Financial Economist leading operational risk modeling for the Federal Reserve's stress-testing program. Education: Ph.D. in Finance, University of Florida Warrington College of Business (2014) B.S. in Business Administration – Finance, Ramapo College of New Jersey Research Focus: Dr. Mihov's scholarship centers on international finance, banking systems, operational risk dynamics, supply chain financial interactions, and corporate innovation mechanisms . His work bridges theoretical finance with regulatory applications, particularly examining how operational risk manifests across banking institutions and interacts with macroeconomic conditions. Current investigations explore AI's role in loss prediction, climate risk transmission, and payment timeliness effects on market returns. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates concentrated exploration of operational risk in banking through 15 high-impact studies. Key themes include B2B payment analytics' relationship to stock returns, AI-driven operational loss modeling, climate risk quantification, workforce policy impacts on risk, and corporate espionage effects on innovation. These studies leverage unique datasets from banking institutions and regulatory filings, frequently appearing in top-tier journals like the Journal of Financial Economics . Scientific Recognition: Capitol Federal Fellow designation at University of Kansas Professional Engagement: Dr. Mihov serves as Associate Editor for Emerging Markets Review , reflecting his scholarly influence. While specific grant details aren't documented in source materials, his research trajectory indicates sustained support through Federal Reserve collaborations and university resources. His prior leadership of quantitative teams at the Richmond Fed demonstrates capacity for managing complex research initiatives. Research Infrastructure: Current work leverages KU's business school resources alongside ongoing Federal Reserve partnerships. His prior operational risk modeling team at the Richmond Fed established foundational methodologies now informing banking regulation, while KU collaborations continue advancing supply chain finance and innovation research through the Finance area's academic ecosystem.

Andrea Miglionicoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Banking and Finance Law
• Financial Regulation
• Law and Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Miglionico is an Associate Professor at the University of Reading, serving as Programme Director for the LLM Commercial Law and Deputy Director of the Centre for Commercial Law and Financial Regulation (CCLFR). His work focuses on banking law, financial regulation, and the intersection of law and technology. He supervises PhD students in banking and finance law and has received grants from the ESRC and British Academy. Research Interests: Banking and Finance Law Regulation of Financial Markets Law and Economics FinTech Legal Frameworks Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) Resolution Key Achievements: Co-Investigator in ESRC Grant on Insurance Value Chains (2018-20) Principal Investigator in Leverhulme Grant on Regulatory Approaches (2017) Modern Law Review Scholarship (2014) Publications Highlight: Recent work addresses digital payments, RegTech compliance, and NPL restructuring, reflecting his expertise in financial innovation and crisis management.

Alessio Facciaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Finance
• Accounting
• Accounting Information Systems
• +۱۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alessio Faccia is an Assistant Professor in Finance at the School of Business and Law, University of Birmingham Dubai, with a strong international academic and professional background. He holds a PhD in Business Economics (Accounting & Finance) from Università Politecnica delle Marche and has taught at institutions in Italy, UAE, UK, and Malta. He is also a qualified Chartered Accountant and Auditor in Italy, with prior experience at Accenture and as founder of an independent audit firm. Education: PhD in Business Economics (Accounting & Finance), Università Politecnica delle Marche, 2012 MBA (Hons) in Business Economics & Accounting, Università Roma TRE, 2006 BSc in Business Economics and Accounting, Università Roma TRE, 2004 LLM, Pegaso University, 2019 MSc in Criminology, Pegaso University, 2017 CA (Chartered Accountant and Auditor), Italy, 2009 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2021 Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE), 2020 His research spans interdisciplinary domains including blockchain, accounting information systems, machine learning, fraud examination, and sustainable finance. He explores how emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and cognitive computing can enhance transparency, resilience, and innovation in financial systems. His work often bridges theory with practical applications in fintech, auditing, and regulatory compliance. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward leveraging big data, blockchain, and AI to transform traditional finance and accounting practices. Topics include blockchain for supply chain risk, NLP for financial transparency, generative AI in education, and quantum fintech. These contributions appear in high-impact journals such as Annals of Operations Research , Sustainability , and Big Data and Cognitive Computing . Scientific Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2021 Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE), 2020 Dr. Faccia actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for top-tier journals including Technovation , Chaos, Solitons & Fractals , PLoS ONE , and International Journal of Production Economics . He serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Accounting & Finance Review and Journal of Risk and Financial Management . He has also acted as Guest Editor for special issues and Publicity Chair for international conferences, demonstrating leadership in academic dissemination. He supervises MSc students’ dissertations in finance and accounting and teaches postgraduate modules such as Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Management, and Alternative Finance. His advisory role extends to guiding research on blockchain, fraud, and sustainable business models. He has no listed grants, but his collaborative research indicates strong engagement with international scholars. Dr. Faccia is involved in cutting-edge research teams focused on blockchain, AI in finance, and digital transformation. He contributes to initiatives like the International Conference on Cloud and Big Data Computing and participates in technical research on ERP integration, semantic web applications, and cybersecurity resilience, positioning him at the forefront of technological innovation in business education.

• e-business
• supply chain management
• inter-organizational information systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Evangelia Kopanaki is an Associate Professor at the Department of Business Organization and Administration within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus, Greece. With a strong academic background in Mathematics, Informatics, and Information Systems, she has established herself as a prominent researcher and educator in the fields of digital transformation, e-business, and supply chain management. Dr. Kopanaki earned her BA in Mathematics and MSc in Informatics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, followed by a PhD in Information Systems from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Prior to her current position, she worked as a researcher at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens for over three years, participating in numerous Greek and European research projects. She also has industry experience as an analyst-programmer in the private sector. Her research interests focus on the intersection of information systems and business operations, particularly in the areas of e-business, supply chain management, inter-organizational information systems, Internet technologies, and Business Agility. Dr. Kopanaki has published extensively in international conferences and journals, with a recent emphasis on digital transformation across various sectors including retail, banking, tourism, and transportation. Her work often explores how digital technologies can enhance sustainability, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making in complex business environments. A significant portion of Dr. Kopanaki's recent research (2022-2025) examines the role of digital transformation in creating sustainable business practices, with particular attention to supply chain management, tourism, and financial services. Her publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, and big data analytics to solve real-world business challenges. The research shows a clear trajectory toward integrating sustainability considerations with digital innovation across multiple industry sectors. Co-author of two Academic Books in the fields of e-business and Internet technologies Extensive publication record in international conferences and journals Dr. Kopanaki has taught a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the University of Piraeus, including Operations Research, Management Information Systems, E-Commerce, and E-Commerce Programming & Design. She has also shared her expertise at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Singapore Institute of Management through the University of London International Programmes. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the practical application of theoretical concepts, preparing students for the digital challenges of modern business environments. Through her work with the University of Piraeus, Dr. Kopanaki contributes to several research laboratories and initiatives focused on digital transformation, sustainable business practices, and innovative information systems. Her research projects often involve collaboration with industry partners and international academic institutions, creating valuable bridges between theoretical knowledge and practical business applications.

• Corporate Governance
• Consumer Protection
• Securities Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Edwards is a Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Research at the William S. Boyd School of Law , University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He specializes in corporate governance, securities law, arbitration, and consumer protection. Prior to academia, he practiced securities litigation at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, handling cases from the Madoff Ponzi scheme and 2008 financial crisis. Education: J.D., Columbia Law School; Clerkship with U.S. District Court Judge Samuel H. Mays, Jr. His research examines corporate legal frameworks, financial regulation, and transactional law dynamics. Recent work includes Shifting Landscapes in Corporate Law (2025) analyzing state competition in corporate law, and Alternatives to Delaware? (2025) evaluating Nevada, Texas, and Wyoming's corporate reforms. He co-authored a Tesla derivative litigation amicus brief (2025) and explored robo-adviser regulation (2018). Key trends across his publications include: State-level corporate law competition Securities litigation and class action reform Fiduciary duty in financial advice Cybersecurity oversight liability Arbitration policy critiques He actively contributes to policy discussions, including SEC rulemaking (2023-2025) and co-chairing AALS sections (2024). His work appears in Northwestern University Law Review , Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance , and other top outlets. Professor Edwards engages in professional service as a director of the Public Investor Advocate Bar Association (2023) and organizing academic conferences like the National Business Law Scholars Conference (2025). Contact: benjamin.edwards@unlv.edu