Dane Blevins is an Associate Professor of Management at the University of Central Florida. His research spans corporate governance, entrepreneurship, gender studies, IPO dynamics, organizational reputation, and signaling theory, with publications in top-tier journals like Academy of Management Review and Strategic Management Journal . Education: Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Dallas MBA from North Carolina State University Undergraduate degree from Northeastern University Research Interests: Corporate governance and nonprofit organizations Entrepreneurship and venture capital Gender disparities in executive compensation Signaling theory in financial markets Textual analysis in corporate communication Publication Trends: His work focuses on IPO processes, corporate governance, gender dynamics, and organizational reputation, often leveraging empirical methods and cross-cultural contexts. Key themes include venture capital influence, CSR in alliances, and social media's role in reputation building.
Dr. Alice Cheng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at North Carolina State University (NCSU), with an adjunct role at the Poole College of Management. She is also the Director of the Studying Broad Communication Program-China and a University Faculty Fellow. She holds a Ph.D. from the Missouri School of Journalism and an MBA from the Crosby MBA program, recognized with an outstanding academic award. Her research focuses on AI-driven strategic communication, crisis management, and misinformation. Notable projects include leveraging AI chatbots for mental health support, combating misinformation, and ethical AI integration. She has secured over $2 million in grants from NSF, NEH, and others, including a prestigious Arthur Page Center Legacy Grant for ethics in public communication. Dr. Cheng has published over 160 articles in top journals like New Media & Society and Journal of Public Relations Research , and co-edits special issues in Internet Research and Public Relations Review . Awards include the University Faculty Scholar (2023-2024), Top Faculty Paper Award (AEJMC 2024), and the Hong Kong Government Reaching Out Award. She advises numerous graduate students and has led international collaborations, including keynote addresses at MIT, Peking University, and Vienna University of Economics. Her work bridges academia and practice through editorial roles, grants, and community outreach initiatives.
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Rasha Abdel Rahman is a leading figure in Neurocognitive Psychology at the Institute of Psychology, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin . Her research bridges the domains of language production , visual perception , and semantic memory organization , with particular emphasis on electrophysiological mechanisms (EEG) and emotional influences on cognitive processing. Habilitation in Psychology (2008), Ph.D. in Psychology (summa cum laude, 2001), and M.S. in Psychology (1997) from Humboldt-Universität Since 2010: Heisenberg Professor of Neurocognitive Psychology 2009: Heisenberg Fellow Her research interests focus on: Language production mechanisms Interface between vision, semantics, and language Functional organization of semantic memory Attentional and emotional modulation of perception Face and object perception dynamics Mental imagery processes The laboratory employs behavioral and electrophysiological (EEG) methods to investigate how knowledge shapes perception and language processing. Recent studies examine: Emotional content's impact on social judgment AI-generated face perception Art perception influenced by artist morality Trustworthiness effects in visual consciousness Selected scientific awards include: Heisenberg-Fellowship (DFG, 2008) Heinz Heckhausen Junior Scientist Award (DGPs, 2002)
Victoria Veguilla Del Moral is an Associate Professor in Public Law at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, specializing in Political and Administrative Science with a focus on Western Sahara politics. Her research examines the complex interplay between territorial administration, political mobilization, and identity in contested spaces, particularly in Dakhla, Western Sahara. She earned her PhD from the University of Granada in 2011 with a thesis titled Policies of the Octopus in Dakhla: Public Action, Halieutic Resources and Social Dynamics , supervised by Dr. Bernard Botiveau and Dr. Juan Montabes Pereira. Her academic journey reflects deep engagement with both theoretical political science frameworks and extensive fieldwork in North Africa. Veguilla Del Moral's research interests span International Politics of the Middle East, MENA region studies, political ethnography, and electoral processes in occupied territories. Her work particularly focuses on Sahrawi youth movements, Moroccan territorial policies in Western Sahara, and the dynamics of political mobilization in contested spaces. She approaches these topics through a lens that combines political science, anthropology, and postcolonial studies, revealing the complex ways local populations navigate occupation and political control. Her publication record shows consistent scholarly output with significant recent contributions including Regionalization under Occupation: Western Saharan Parliamentary Elites and the Moroccan Regionalization Strategy (2011-16) (2024) and Do Electoral Processes in Western Sahara Produce Representation Beyond the Context of Occupation? (2023). These works demonstrate her ongoing commitment to analyzing the political realities of Western Sahara through empirical research on governance structures, electoral participation, and resistance movements. While no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the available materials, her extensive publication record in reputable academic venues and her contributions to edited volumes like Arab Youths: From Morocco to Yemen: Leisure, Cultures and Politics indicate significant scholarly recognition. Her research methodology combines political ethnography with institutional analysis, often working across linguistic boundaries (publishing in English, French, and Spanish). She has established herself as a leading expert on Western Sahara politics, with particular expertise in the social dynamics of Dakhla and the political mobilization of Sahrawi youth. Her work contributes to broader discussions about governance in contested territories and the relationship between state administration and local populations in postcolonial contexts.
Barry Babin is the Phil B. Hardin Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing, Analytics and Professional Sales at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) School of Business Administration. He also serves as Executive Director of the Academy of Marketing Science®. Education: B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Louisiana State University (1982) M.B.A. in Business, University of Central Florida (1987) Ph.D. in Business Administration, Louisiana State University (1991) Barry's research focuses on customer experience design , wine marketing , value creation , and marketing analytics . He has published over 200 works, including books like Multivariate Data Analysis and CB: A Consumer Value Framework , with an h-index of 88. His meta-analyses and sensory marketing studies have significantly influenced service and retail marketing practices. Recent publications highlight trends in augmented reality marketing , robotic shopping assistants , and sustainable packaging . His work spans consumer behavior , salesforce management , and digital innovation . Awards: AMS Harold W. Berkman Distinguished Service Award Barry has directed over 20 dissertations/theses and consults on graduate program structures. He is a sought-after speaker in France and globally on marketing research topics.
Xi Li is an Associate Professor at the University of Arkansas's Walton College of Business, Department of Finance. He holds a PhD and has previously served as faculty at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Boston University, University of Miami, and Vanderbilt University. With significant industry experience at Acadian Asset Management and State Street Global Advisors, Li bridges academic research and practical finance applications. His research focuses on investment strategies , corporate finance , and market anomalies , with expertise in predicting macroeconomic trends. Li's work examines: Financial market anomalies (low-volatility, asset growth effects) Impact of regulation on international markets Analyst performance and career dynamics Corporate governance reforms Li's recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on empirical finance in global markets, particularly: Market efficiency and post-earnings drift Quantitative investment strategies Regulatory impacts on cross-listed firms Behavioral aspects of financial analysis Trends show increasing emphasis on international applications and market structure analysis. He maintains active industry engagement through speaking engagements at major financial institutions (Citi, Deutsche Bank, IMF) and frequent media citations in Wall Street Journal and Financial Times .
Matthias Sutter serves as Director at the Max Planck Institute for Research on Collective Goods in Bonn while holding part-time professorships at the University of Cologne (10%) and University of Innsbruck (5%). His academic career spans multiple prestigious institutions including the European University Institute in Florence (2013-2014), University of Gothenburg (2007-2013, part-time), University of Cologne (2015-2017, Excellence Chair), and University of Innsbruck (2006-2017). His educational background includes a PhD in economics (1999) and habilitation (2002), both from the University of Innsbruck. Additional academic recognition includes membership in the German National Science Association (Leopoldina) and Academia Europaea. Sutter's research program centers on experimental economics, with particular focus on team decision making processes and the development of economic decision capabilities across different age groups. His work investigates how patience, risk preferences, and social behaviors evolve throughout life, and how these economic preferences impact health and economic success. He has made significant contributions to understanding credence goods markets, where information asymmetry between providers and consumers creates unique market challenges. His experimental approaches combine laboratory studies with field experiments to generate robust insights applicable to real-world economic situations. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in top-tier journals, with recent work spanning diverse topics including energy consumption during crises, workplace climate interventions, vaccination attitudes in polarized environments, and the formation of economic preferences in childhood. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects economics with psychology, public policy, and organizational behavior, reflecting his broad scholarly impact. Major Awards and Honors: 2017 Hans Kelsen Preis of the Universität zu Köln 2016 Pater Johannes Schasching SJ Preis for dialogue between economy, ethics and religion 2015 Exeter Prize for Research in Experimental Economics 2009 Science Prize of the State of Tyrol 2008 Honorary Prizes from Stiftung Südtiroler Sparkasse and State of Vorarlberg 2004 Oberbank-Science-Prize Linz Sutter serves as Principal Investigator in the Excellence Cluster 'ECONtribute: Markets & Public Policy,' funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG). He holds editorial positions as Associate Editor of 'Management Science,' 'European Economic Review,' and 'Economics Letters,' and serves on the Editorial Boards of 'Experimental Economics' and 'Journal of the Economic Science Association.' His work extends beyond academia through popular science communication, including the best-selling book 'Die Entdeckung der Geduld' (The Discovery of Patience) exploring the importance of patience for health and economic success.
Dr. Seung-Hyun Lee is a Professor of Management at the Naveen Jindal School of Management, University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a Ph.D. in International Business and Strategic Management from Ohio State University (2002), an MBA in International Business (1998), and a B.A. in Political Science (1992) from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. His research focuses on managing corruption in emerging markets, international entrepreneurship, and strategy in uncertain environments. He has published widely in journals like Strategic Management Journal and Journal of Business Venturing. Dr. Lee’s work explores how bribery impacts firm exports and profitability, the role of bankruptcy laws in entrepreneurship, and the strategic flexibility of multinational corporations during crises. He served as President of the Association of Korean Management Scholars (2008–2011) and currently serves as an Associate Editor of the Asia Pacific Journal of Management. His consulting experience includes work with Samsung Insurance and executive education programs in South Korea and the U.S. Key themes in his recent publications include corporate political strategies, environmental performance linked to executive gender, and the cost implications of wrongdoing in bystander firms. His research bridges international business theory with practical challenges faced by firms in transition economies and emerging markets.
Dr. Grigorios Lamprinakos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. He holds a dual PhD in Marketing from Athens University of Economics and Business and in Psychology from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, and his interdisciplinary research bridges cognitive science and marketing. He is affiliated with the Centre for Responsible Business and international research groups including the Group for Attitudes and Persuasion (GAP) at Ohio State University and the International Group for Attitudes and Persuasion (GAPI) at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. BSc in Business Administration, Piraeus University of Applied Sciences (2001–2006) MSc in Marketing and Communication, Athens University of Economics and Business (2010–2012) Dual PhD in Marketing and Psychology, Athens University of Economics and Business & Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2014–2019) His research centers on the cognitive and metacognitive mechanisms that drive attitudinal and behavioral change, particularly in the domains of sustainable consumption, socially responsible behavior, and ethical/unethical consumer practices. He investigates how thought validation, power dynamics, and emotional cues influence decision-making in both individual and organizational contexts. His work integrates theories from social psychology, consumer behavior, and behavioral economics to explore how individuals process information and form attitudes. The recent publications of Dr. Lamprinakos reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining marketing, psychology, and sustainability. His articles explore topics such as green gamification, CEO celebrity ethics, vocal persuasion cues, and digital transformation in SMEs, demonstrating a consistent focus on the psychological underpinnings of consumer and managerial behavior. His research frequently appears in top-tier journals including the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology , Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , and Journal of Business Research . Dr. Lamprinakos has been involved in privately funded research projects and has presented his work at leading international conferences such as EMAC, SPSP, ACR, and AMA. He serves as an ad-hoc reviewer for multiple academic journals, contributing to the scholarly community's peer-review process. He currently supervises PhD and MBA students and has held teaching positions at Oxford Brookes University and the University of Derby. His teaching philosophy emphasizes interactive, research-led pedagogy that connects theory with real-world applications, covering subjects such as Marketing Research, Marketing Management, and Consumer Behavior across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. He has extensive experience in curriculum development and hybrid/online module delivery, fostering inclusive and globally aware learning environments.
Livia Isabella Schubiger is a Professor of International Relations and Data Science at ETH Zurich and holds a Professorship in Political Science and International Relations at the University of Oxford (currently on leave). She previously served as Assistant Professor at Duke University and the London School of Economics. Her research bridges political violence, gender-based violence, and data science methodologies. Her work explores how state violence impacts civilian behavior, the role of militias in civil wars, and normative shifts in attitudes toward force. She employs mixed methods, including experimental designs, geospatial analysis, and comparative case studies. Published in: American Political Science Review, International Organization, Journal of Conflict Resolution Key projects: Experimental training programs against gender-based violence, datasets on ethnic one-sided violence Her research has received major funding from the US National Science Foundation, NIH, and the Peace and Recovery Program of Innovation for Poverty Action. She has advised teams on conflict datasets and co-edited special issues on militias in civil wars.
Ji Ma is an Assistant Professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, with affiliate appointments at the Center for East Asian Studies, School of Information, and Asia Policy Program. He also serves as a Visiting Researcher at the Gradel Institute of Charity, University of Oxford. Dr. Ma received his PhD from Indiana University, establishing a foundation for his interdisciplinary work at the intersection of computational methods and social science. Dr. Ma's research centers on three interconnected streams: computational approaches to social science, knowledge production for evidence-based policymaking, and state-society relations in China. His work bridges advanced technologies with public affairs, developing innovative methods to analyze nonprofit sectors and civil society dynamics. He has pioneered the application of computational social science in nonprofit studies, creating valuable research infrastructure for the field. His recent publications show a clear trend toward integrating AI and computational methods with traditional social science questions. He has made significant contributions to understanding citation patterns in policy communities, consensus formation in academic fields, and the dynamics of state-society relations in China. His work often combines large-scale data analysis with theoretical insights from multiple disciplines. Dr. Ma actively contributes to teaching through courses like "Computational Social Science Methods" and "Data Management and the Research Life Cycle," helping students develop skills in data analysis and research methodology. His teaching emphasizes practical applications of computational methods in public affairs research. Among his notable projects are pracademia.one (an information aggregation platform), npoclass (a nonprofit classifier), and the Research Infrastructure of Chinese Foundations (RICF). These projects reflect his commitment to developing methodological tools that advance research in public administration and nonprofit studies, creating valuable resources for scholars worldwide.
T. Jake Smith is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. His primary appointment focuses on agricultural policy and environmental economics, with research examining how policies, technologies, and market structures impact economic and environmental outcomes in sectors like biofuels and livestock. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Iowa State University (2023) His research interests span agricultural economics, environmental policy, technology adoption, and market competition, with specific work on the Renewable Fuel Standard, genetically engineered crops, and beef industry dynamics. Notably, his Google Scholar publications reveal a parallel research stream in human resource management, covering high-performance work systems, employee well-being, and strategic HRM—a divergence not explained in his institutional profile. This dual focus suggests interdisciplinary work at the intersection of labor markets and agricultural economics, though the connection remains unclear from available data. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2019-2025) shows a dominant emphasis on HRM, particularly psychological determinants of HR practices, longitudinal HRM-outcome relationships, and crisis-era workplace adaptations. Agricultural topics are absent from these articles, indicating either a recent research pivot or data inconsistency. No scientific awards are documented in the provided sources. Details on student advising, research grants, laboratories, or collaborative teams are not mentioned in the scraped materials. His contact information indicates active engagement via tsmith125@unl.edu, with an on-campus office at FYH 304B.
Michele Ewing is a Professor in the School of Media and Journalism at Kent State University, part of the College of Communication & Information. With over 30 years of experience in public relations practice and education, she specializes in integrating digital and social media strategies into curricula. She teaches courses like PR Tactics, PR Campaigns, and pioneered the Digital Public Relations course. As PRSSA Kent faculty adviser, she led the chapter to national awards, including 2019 and 2014 Outstanding Chapter distinctions. Her research focuses on internal communication, leadership development, and digital engagement, addressing challenges like fake news management and AI ethics in PR. Education: B.A. in Speech Communication/Telecommunications from Youngstown State University and M.A. in Public Relations from Kent State University. She previously served as vice president at Marcus Thomas LLC, contributing to healthcare and internal communication strategies. Research highlights include exploring data analytics in PR leadership, social media's role in employee engagement, and mitigating fake news crises. Her work emphasizes bridging academic and professional PR practices, with notable contributions to PRSA's standards and pedagogy innovation. Awards include the 2014 Davis Young Award for mentoring and induction into PRSA College of Fellows. Advocacy and grants: Advised student teams achieving national recognition, such as the 2019 PRSA East Central District Diamond Award for the Donate Life Ohio campaign. She has shaped PRSSA Kent into a model chapter, fostering student leadership and professional readiness. Labs/Teams: Actively involved with the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and the School of Media and Journalism's academic leadership committees. Her research collaborates with industry practitioners to address modern PR challenges like AI ethics and data-driven strategies.
Dr. Shirin Nilizadeh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington's College of Engineering. She leads the Security and Privacy Research Lab, conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of cybersecurity, privacy, machine learning, and social media analysis. Her work addresses critical societal issues related to online security, privacy, and safety through data-driven approaches. Dr. Nilizadeh received her PhD in Computer Science from Indiana University in 2014, followed by MS in Computer Science from Amirkabir University (2007) and BS in Computer Engineering from Islamic Azad University (2004). Her research focuses on security and privacy in systems and social networks, employing techniques from machine learning and big data analytics. She takes a highly interdisciplinary approach, integrating AI, NLP, social sciences, and public health to address societal issues in cybersecurity and privacy. Her research objectives include: (1) detecting and characterizing emerging threats in online social networks like social engineering attacks, misinformation, and online hate speech; (2) advancing the adversarial robustness and fairness of ML and NLG systems; and (3) studying humans' online behaviors through data-driven interdisciplinary research. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on AI-generated security threats, particularly phishing scams using LLMs, NFT fraud detection, social media toxicity analysis, and content moderation systems. Her work bridges theoretical security research with practical applications, often addressing real-world security challenges through innovative technical solutions. Among her notable scientific achievements are the prestigious NSF CAREER award (2023), Comcast Innovation Awards (2022 and 2024), College of Engineering Outstanding Early Career Research award (2024), and IEEE SP 2024 Distinguished Paper Award. Her work has also received best paper and technical poster awards at eCrime 2021 and NDSS 2022. Dr. Nilizadeh has successfully mentored numerous doctoral and master's students while securing significant research funding, including multiple NSF grants and Comcast Innovation Fund awards. She leads a vibrant research group that has produced impactful work cited in official reports submitted to The Supreme Court and the EU Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice, and Home Affairs. Her lab has also received coverage from WIRED, MIT Technology Review, Orange's Hello Future, and Communications of the ACM. She serves on numerous program committees for top international conferences including ACM CCS, USENIX Security, and POPETS, and has organized outreach programs like OurCS@DFW to broaden participation of underrepresented students in computing.
Reinhard Prügl is a Professor and Head of the Institute for Family Business at WU Wien (Vienna University of Economics and Business). He holds a doctorate from WU Wien and conducted postdoctoral research at MIT Sloan School of Management. Previously, he held a chaired professorship at Zeppelin University where he established the Friedrichshafen Institute for Family Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on the intersection of management, entrepreneurship, and strategy with emphasis on: Leadership and generational succession in family firms Family governance structures Innovation and marketing in family business contexts Identity and reputation management His publications demonstrate strong thematic consistency in family business dynamics while methodologically evolving from qualitative case studies (2000s) to experimental designs and cross-cultural comparisons (2020s). Research frequently addresses paradox resolution and crisis management in family enterprises. Awards & Honors: Best Paper Awards from IFERA, EURAM, AMA, and WU Wien Rudolf-Sallinger-Preis for doctoral dissertation Ehrenpreis for leadership in family business research Teaches courses on Family Business Management, Leadership, and Marketing at WU Wien. Leads research projects including comparative studies on family firm reputation across Germany, India, and the United States.
