Jürgen König is a full professor at the Department of Nutritional Sciences , University of Vienna, leading the Research Professorship Specialized Human Nutrition . His work bridges psychological and physiological dimensions of eating behavior, with additional focus on population-level nutritional assessment in Austria. Academic Rank: Professor Department: Nutritional Sciences Research Focus: Hunger/satiety mechanisms, Public health nutrition, Food safety Key research themes include: Psychological drivers of eating behaviors (stress, food craving, sensory cues) Physiological regulation of nutrient homeostasis National nutrition surveys assessing dietary patterns Caloric restriction and metabolic adaptation Child and adolescent hydration/nutrition policies Recent publications highlight: Mechanistic studies on caloric restriction effects (2025) Pandemic impacts on school nutrition (2024) Global obesity/diabetes trends analysis (2024) Behavioral nudging in food selection (2024) Microbiota's role in dietary interventions (2023) Contact: juergen.koenig@univie.ac.at | Sekretariat: sekretariat.ew@univie.ac.at
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Heather Knightمشاهده پروفایل
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Heather Knight is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Oregon State University, part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on social robotics and human-robot interaction, emphasizing non-verbal communication and the design of non-anthropomorphic robots. She directs the CHARISMA Research Lab, which applies principles from performing arts to enhance robot charisma through expressive motion and interaction design. Dr. Knight holds a Ph.D. in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University (2016), and dual M.S. degrees in Robotics (Carnegie Mellon) and Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (MIT, 2008), alongside a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from MIT (2006). She also leads Marilyn Monrobot, a robot theater company producing comedic performances and an annual Robot Film Festival. Her work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, exploring how robots can better communicate intent through motion and interaction. Notable contributions include the 'Sanitizerbot' project for playful public health support and the development of Laban-based motion frameworks for expressive robotics. Awards include being named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 in Science (2011) and her TED talk on robot comedy. Key Research Themes: Multi-robot formations, expressive motion design, human-robot social dynamics, and ethical integration of AI in robotics. Recent Projects: VR storytelling with social robots, service robots in workplace environments, and motion-based affective communication. Her articles span topics from robot humor generation to industrial light communication systems, reflecting a commitment to both foundational research and applied solutions for human-robot coexistence.
Robert Swinney is the Senior Associate Dean for Executive MBA and Quantitative Management Programs and a Professor of Operations Management at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. He specializes in strategic supply chain operations, consumer behavior dynamics, and platform management. His research explores sustainability, risk mitigation, and ethical practices within complex supply networks. Education: Bachelor of Science in Astronomy, California Institute of Technology PhD in Operations Management, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania Prior Role: Associate Professor at Stanford University Graduate School of Business Research Interests: His work addresses operational implications of consumer behavior, start-up and platform operations, supply chain resilience, and ethical sourcing strategies. He emphasizes practical applications in healthcare, food delivery systems, and digital content platforms. Editorial Contributions: Currently serves as Department Editor at Manufacturing & Service Operations Management , with prior roles at Management Science and Production & Operations Management . Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advising roles explicitly listed in provided text.
Natasha Zhang Foutz is a Research Associate Professor of Commerce at the McIntire School of Commerce, University of Virginia . Her work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Marketing Analytics , and Consumer Behavior , with a focus on Digital Content and Location-Based Services . She teaches Marketing Analytics , Entertainment Marketing , and Marketing Models across undergraduate to PhD programs. Ph.D. in Marketing, Cornell University M.S. in Statistics & Marketing, Cornell University B.S. in Economics, Fudan University Her research investigates: AI-Powered Entertainment Marketing : Using machine learning to analyze consumer behavior in digital content. Privacy and Ethical Data Use : Studying consumer trade-offs between privacy and public good, especially during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic . Location Analytics : Leveraging mobile data for urban economics, real estate, and emergency response modeling (e.g., MobiRescue for disaster logistics). Prosocial Consumer Behavior : Exploring how social capital and diversity drive innovation and policy compliance. Recent publications highlight trends in Reinforcement Learning for crisis management, Privacy-Preserving AI , and Freemium Pricing Models in digital markets. Her awards include the 2025 UVA Outstanding Researcher Award and the 2018 Mallen Award for motion picture studies. Natasha serves as an Area Editor for multiple journals, emphasizing Data Science in marketing. She has advised numerous PhD students and collaborated on projects analyzing Big Data in consumer mobility and platform economics.
Meng Liمشاهده پروفایل
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Meng Li is the Noah Harding Associate Professor of Statistics at Rice University's School of Engineering. He specializes in Bayesian analysis, machine learning, and statistical theory. His research bridges methodological development and applications in biomedical sciences, materials informatics, and neuroimaging. Li holds a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University and a B.S. from Sun Yat-sen University. He has been recognized with awards including the 2020 Rice Engineering Excellence Award and the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award. Li's research focuses on probabilistic modeling of complex data such as images, functional data, and networks. His funded projects include AI frameworks for pancreatic cancer biomarkers and Bayesian spatiotemporal modeling of marine ecosystems. He collaborates with institutions like Houston Methodist and Baylor College of Medicine on medical applications. His teaching includes advanced courses like Bayesian Statistics and Advanced Bayesian Inference. He advises over 30 students, many of whom have pursued academic and industry roles. Li serves as an associate editor for Bayesian Analysis and the new ACM Transactions on Probabilistic Machine Learning.
Sankar Sivarajah is the Head of Kingston Business School and Professor of Technology Management and Circular Economy at Kingston University London. He joined the university in September 2024 after serving as Dean of the School of Management at the University of Bradford (2017-2024). His academic career began at Brunel University London in 2014 as a post-doctoral researcher. Qualifications: PhD in Management and Information Systems Studies, Brunel University London MSc in Management (Entrepreneurship), Bayes Business School BSc in Business and Management (Computing), Brunel University London His research focuses on leveraging digital technologies for societal benefit, particularly in Technology Management , Circular Economy , and Operations/Supply Chain Management . Recent work analyzes AI-driven decision-making in public sectors, blockchain integration for sustainable supply chains, and smart technology applications in green HRM. His publications span journals like Government Information Quarterly , Annals of Operations Research , and Information Systems Frontiers , covering topics from drone-based food security to ethical AI frameworks. Trends show increasing emphasis on Industry 5.0, 6G impact evaluation, and cross-country sustainability practices. Scientific Recognition: Included in World’s Top 2% Scientists (2023, 2024) Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (FHEA) He serves as Deputy Editor for the Journal of Enterprise Information Management , peer reviewer for EFMD and AACSB accreditations, and governing council member of Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS). His £3M+ funded projects address 6G evaluation, AI strategy, and Smart Cities.
Professor Sara Dolnicar is an ARC Australian Laureate Fellow at the School of Business, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, University of Queensland. With degrees in psychology and business administration from Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien, she specializes in market segmentation, sustainable tourism, social marketing, and environmental behavior. Born in Slovenia, raised in Austria, now based in Australia Over 300 refereed publications and 16 ARC grants Recipient of TTRA Distinguished Researcher Award (2017) and Slovenian Ambassador of Science (2016) Her research improves market segmentation methodology, addresses environmental sustainability in tourism, and develops behavioral interventions for eco-friendly tourist practices. She pioneered perceptions-based market segmentation and introduced bi-clustering techniques for improved data analysis. Recent publications focus on towel reuse interventions, buffet waste reduction, and smart sensor systems for hotel sustainability. She supervises PhD students in environmental behavior, tourism carbon emissions, and IoT applications for sustainability. Current grants include 'Mechanisms of Behaviour Change Theory' (2025-2028) and 'Reducing plate waste in hotels' (2021-2025). Key research areas: Sustainable tourism, market segmentation, social marketing Supervised over 15 PhD students in environmental behavior and disability employment Collaborates with industry partners like Energy Queensland and disability organizations
Charles Spence is Professor of Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford and Fellow of Somerville College, where he heads the Crossmodal Research Laboratory. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience with real-world applications in multisensory design, spanning food science, human-computer interaction, and environmental psychology. Spence's research centers on how the brain integrates sensory inputs (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell) to form unified perceptual experiences. This foundational work drives innovations in sensory marketing, product design, and human factors engineering, with significant implications for optimizing everyday interactions with technology and environments. His approach combines rigorous laboratory experimentation with industry collaborations to translate theoretical insights into practical solutions. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward applied crossmodal research, particularly in consumer contexts. His 2025 output reveals growing emphasis on digital commerce environments, nature-food perception interactions, and multisensory flavor enhancement—showcasing how sensory cues can be strategically deployed to influence behavior in retail, dining, and digital platforms. His major recognitions include: 10th Experimental Psychology Society Prize British Psychology Society Cognitive Section Award Paul Bertelson Award (Young European Cognitive Psychologist of the Year) Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award 2008 IG Nobel Prize for Nutrition (for 'sonic crisp' research) Spence maintains extensive industry partnerships, having consulted for Toyota on multisensory warning systems, ICI on environmental psychology, and Heston Blumenthal's Fat Duck restaurant on culinary innovation. His research attracts significant commercial funding through these collaborations, though specific grant details aren't publicly itemized. The Crossmodal Research Laboratory operates as an interdisciplinary hub where psychologists, neuroscientists, and industry partners investigate sensory integration mechanisms. Current projects focus on optimizing driver alert systems, designing immersive food experiences, and understanding how built environments affect cognitive performance—maintaining Spence's legacy of translating basic science into tangible human benefits.
Sean Braytonمشاهده پروفایل
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Sean Brayton serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education at the University of Lethbridge, where he bridges cultural theory with critical analyses of visual media and embodied practices. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Lethbridge, a Master of Arts from the University of Alberta, and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of British Columbia. Brayton's research interrogates intersections of race, labor, and the body within film and television narratives, with concentrated focus on comedy, science fiction, and melodrama genres. He examines how popular media constructs whiteness, represents migrant labor, and processes economic crises like the Great Recession through horror and reality television frameworks. His scholarship consistently applies critical multiculturalism and visual culture theory to deconstruct power dynamics in contemporary cultural production. His 15 publications from 2005-2013 reveal a cohesive scholarly trajectory analyzing racialized labor, embodiment, and identity in media. Brayton frequently investigates how comedy and horror genres negotiate multiculturalism, with recurring attention to whiteness, masculinity, and economic structures across diverse formats from children's cartoons to Hollywood blockbusters. Scientific Awards: None documented in available records. Advising and Grants: No graduate students or research funding details are specified in current institutional materials. Brayton operates within the Socio/Cultural Lab at the University of Lethbridge, which facilitates interdisciplinary research on cultural representations and social phenomena, as evidenced by his 2009 media appearance discussing zombie culture for CityTV's Your City segment.
Min Kyung Leeمشاهده پروفایل
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Min Kyung Lee serves as an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, bringing industry experience from her prior role as a logistic coordinator in the automotive sector before pursuing her doctorate. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Business Administration (2018), Clemson University MS in Marketing (2010), Clemson University BA in Economics (2008), Kangwon National University, South Korea Dr. Lee's research centers on Service Operations Management and Supply Chain Innovation, with particular focus on healthcare logistics, epidemic response systems, and technology-enabled service delivery. Her work bridges theoretical operations frameworks with practical industry applications, especially in crisis-driven supply chain scenarios and service value optimization. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent exploration of data-driven decision-making in volatile environments, including pandemic supply chains, medical crowdfunding dynamics, and cross-cultural procurement platforms. Her research demonstrates increasing emphasis on healthcare operations while maintaining strong connections to broader service innovation principles. She actively contributes to the academic community through membership in the Production and Operations Management Society and Decision Sciences Institute.
Zhengtian Xuمشاهده پروفایل
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Zhengtian Xu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at George Washington University , affiliated with the School of Engineering & Applied Science . His research focuses on optimizing urban transportation systems through mathematical modeling and data-driven analysis, emphasizing emerging mobility services and vehicle technologies. Education: B.S., Tsinghua University (2014) M.S., University of Florida (2016) Ph.D., University of Michigan (2020) Research interests include urban transportation systems, mathematical modeling, operations research, and sustainable mobility solutions. His work addresses challenges such as electrification of ride-hailing services, driver labor dynamics, and last-mile delivery optimization. Recent publications explore topics like drone delivery networks and platform competition in autonomous vehicle markets. No academic awards or student advisees are listed. His articles highlight trends in electrification strategies, behavioral driver dynamics, and urban logistics optimization. He has not disclosed grants or lab affiliations in the provided information.
Breffni Nooneمشاهده پروفایل
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Breffni Noone serves as an Associate Professor in the School of Hospitality Management within Pennsylvania State University's College of Health and Human Development, specializing in revenue management and profit optimization across hospitality assets including hotels, restaurants, golf facilities, and spas. Her work bridges theoretical research with practical industry applications through data-driven decision frameworks. Dr. Noone earned her Ph.D. in Operations Management from Cornell University (2004), an M.B.S. from Dublin City University, Ireland (1996), and a B.Sc. in Management/Higher Diploma in Hotel & Catering Management from University of Dublin, Trinity College and Technological University Dublin, Ireland (1994). Her academic journey reflects deep integration of operations research and hospitality management. Her research centers on revenue management systems, consumer behavior in pricing contexts, and sustainable profit optimization. Key investigations include scarcity-based promotions, menu engineering, online booking psychology, and non-traditional revenue applications in golf. She emphasizes data visualization and operational design to balance profitability with social and environmental responsibility, examining how non-price information shapes consumer decisions across service encounters. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals expanding research scope from core hotel revenue management into crisis resilience, social inclusion, and cross-industry applications. Recent work addresses waiting-time psychology, employment biases against houseless individuals, and AI-driven commercial talent development, demonstrating adaptation to contemporary industry challenges while maintaining methodological rigor in experimental and field studies. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials, though her consistent publication record in top-tier journals like Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Research and International Journal of Hospitality Management indicates significant scholarly impact. Dr. Noone's grant-funded research focuses on pricing strategy effectiveness, non-price information processing in consumer decisions, service encounter management frameworks, and revenue management decision tools. Her projects generate actionable insights for hospitality operators through empirical analysis of consumer responses to scarcity cues, photograph content, and cultural variables in booking behavior, directly informing industry revenue optimization practices.
Andrea Appolloni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Law, University of Rome Tor Vergata. His academic career focuses on Management with emphasis on Sustainable Supply Chain Management , Digital Transformation , and Circular Economy . His research explores the intersection of technological innovation and sustainability, particularly through topics like AI in Logistics , Green Procurement , and Policy Optimization . Publications span both theoretical frameworks and empirical studies in China, Italy, and Malaysia, with a strong focus on environmental impact and organizational performance. Recent work includes digital twin applications for human-AI collaboration, blockchain integration in sustainable supply chains, and analyzing barriers to circular economy adoption. His 15 most recent articles (2025-2022) demonstrate a trend toward combining Artificial Intelligence , Operations Management , and Environmental Governance .
Priyanko Guchait is a tenured Full Professor and Program Director of the Doctorate in Global Hospitality Leadership (DGHL) at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership , University of Houston. His research focuses on organizational behavior, leadership, human resources, and service management in hospitality contexts, with over 75 peer-reviewed articles published. Education: B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Pune, India M.S. in Hospitality Management, University of Missouri M.S. in Human Resources and Employment Relations Ph.D. in Hospitality Management, The Pennsylvania State University Research Interests include error management culture, psychological safety, service recovery performance, leader behavioral integrity, and AI’s impact on hospitality workers’ mental health. His work examines shame, forgiveness climate, and team dynamics in service environments. Article Trends show a focus on multi-level error management, human-robot collaboration in service recovery, diversity inclusion climates, and cross-cultural leadership studies. Recent papers explore AI ethics, pandemic response strategies, and emotional labor in hospitality roles. Awards & Honors Stephen Rushmore/HVS Research Excellence Award (2023, 2015) Donald Greenaway Excellence in Research, Teaching, and Service Award (2022) Best Paper Award, The Service Industries Journal (2023) ICHRIE Faculty Collegiality Award (2021) ICHRIE McCool Breakthrough Award (2021) Honored as 50-in-5 Scholar (2021) Provost’s Excellence Award (2015) Best Reviewer Awards (IJCHM 2016-2017) Committee & Editorial Roles include Associate Editor of IJCHM, Coordinating Editor of IJHM, and leadership positions at ICHRIE (President 2020-2021, Vice President 2019-2020). He has served on university curriculum, research, and Ph.D. selection committees.
Desiderio Juan García Almeida is a Professor at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria within the Department of Economics and Business Management . His research focuses on entrepreneurship, tourism management, knowledge transfer, and organizational behavior. He actively collaborates with the GIR Business Organization and Management research group and contributes to European sustainability and education initiatives. Research Interests : Entrepreneurship, Tourism Management, Knowledge Transfer, Hospitality Innovation, Organizational Behavior, Family Business Succession, Sustainable Development Collaborations : Extensive work with José Luis Ballesteros Rodríguez , Pedro Manuel Calero Pérez , and others in hospitality, tourism, and business education Publications : Over 73 publications, including articles in high-impact journals like International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management and Journal of Knowledge Management , focusing on knowledge dynamics, tourism entrepreneurship, and organizational growth Projects : Involved in Erasmus+ programs for circular economy education and studies on post-pandemic economic recovery in tourism His work bridges knowledge management with entrepreneurial practices , particularly in island economies and the hospitality sector. He examines how education and experience influence business succession and innovation, and how frontline employees drive change through creativity and motivation. His recent articles explore transgenerational entrepreneurship in the Canary Islands and immigrant entrepreneur knowledge in tourism, while earlier works analyze training transfer, communication quality, and Bologna process adaptations in European business education.