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Retsef Leviمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Supply Chain Analytics
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Health Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Retsef Levi is the J. Spencer Standish (1945) Professor of Operations Management at the MIT Sloan School of Management, affiliated with the MIT Operations Research Center. He co-directs the Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) Program. His work focuses on data-driven decision models for healthcare systems, supply chain optimization, and risk management. Levi holds a PhD in Operations Research from Cornell University and has led industry collaborations with major hospitals and organizations like the FDA and Walmart Foundation. Education: PhD in Operations Research, Cornell University, 2005 Bachelor’s in Mathematics, Tel-Aviv University, 2001 Research Interests: Levi’s research addresses complex decision-making under uncertainty in healthcare, supply chains, and logistics. Key areas include food safety analytics, risk-based sampling, and predictive modeling for zoonotic diseases. He designs algorithms for inventory control, appointment scheduling, and healthcare resource allocation. Articles Overview: Recent work spans AI-driven epidemiological models, supply chain cybersecurity, and agricultural market interventions. His articles emphasize practical applications of operations research in healthcare and public health. Awards: NSF Career Grant INFORMS Optimization Prize (2008) Wagner Prize (2013) Harold W. Kuhn Award (2016) Advising & Grants: Advised 10 PhD students and 34 master’s students. Led multi-million-dollar projects like the Walmart Foundation initiative for China’s food safety. Active in hospital process optimization and FDA risk management contracts. Labs & Teams: Runs MIT’s Food Supply Chain Analytics and Sensing Initiative, collaborating with global partners on predictive risk tools and healthcare analytics.

Mehdi Farahaniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Operations Management
• Socially-Responsible Operations Management
• Service Operations Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mehdi Farahani is an Assistant Professor at the C.T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston, in the Department of Decision & Information Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Management from the Jindal School of Management, The University of Texas at Dallas, and has previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Miami and as a Postdoctoral Associate at MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics. His research focuses on Operations Management , with specialized interests in Socially-Responsible Operations , Service Operations , and Supply Chain Contracting . His work integrates sustainability, equity, and efficiency in operational decision-making, particularly in humanitarian and environmental contexts. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in sustainable and resilient operations, with applications in agriculture, infrastructure, cloud computing, and urban services. His research often involves modeling complex trade-offs under uncertainty and designing contracts or policies to improve system performance. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Honorable Mention: POMS Humanitarian Operations and Crisis Management Best Paper Award Selected for presentation at the SIG Meeting on Service Operations MSOM 2021 Conference Featured in INFORMS Analytics Collections (formerly Editor's Cut) Mehdi Farahani advises on operations and supply chain research and contributes to graduate education through courses such as SCM 6301 (Supply Chain Management in Executive MBA) and SCM 7330 (Demand and Supply Integration). While specific grant details are not mentioned, his publication record in premier journals indicates strong research support and scholarly impact. He collaborates with leading researchers including M. Dawande, G. Janakiraman, and H. Gurnani. He is actively contributing to the advancement of operations management through high-impact research and academic engagement, with no indication of affiliation with a formal lab or research team beyond his published collaborations.

Vandana Raoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic Development
• Risk Management
• Financial Institutions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Vandana Rao is a Professor of Business Management and Chair of the Business Division at Marymount Manhattan College, where she is affiliated with the Department of Business in the School of Business. She teaches a wide range of courses in finance, economics, international business, and management. Educational Background: M.A., Bombay University, India M.A. and Ph.D., State University of New York at Stony Brook Research Interests: Her research focuses on economic development, risk management, Basel II regulations, operational risk, economic capital, financial systems, and the role of women in globalization and development. She employs econometric and financial modeling techniques to analyze risk and policy implications in financial institutions. Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications and presentations show a sustained focus on financial risk management, particularly around Basel II compliance, economic capital allocation, and operational risk. In recent years, her work has expanded into cybersecurity risk quantification and the systemic impacts of financial innovation and securitization, reflecting evolving challenges in global finance. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no formal graduate students are listed, Dr. Rao has been deeply involved in educational innovation and community-based research. She has secured multiple grants for the Collaborative Data Center, including a $32,200 SDC grant from Indiana University, a $10,000 cooperative grant for economic development, $8,640 from EIHRA, and a $10,000 grant for an agricultural survey. These projects supported internships and local economic development through data-driven strategic planning. Labs and Teams: Dr. Rao founded and led the Collaborative Data Center, a multidisciplinary initiative involving partnerships with local governments, development corporations, and academic institutions like IU East. This center conducted wage surveys, retail business analyses, and agricultural studies, serving as a hub for applied economic research and student engagement.

Dan A. Iancuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Operations Research
• Finance
• Risk Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dan A. Iancu is an Associate Professor of Operations, Information & Technology at Stanford Graduate School of Business, affiliated with the Emmett Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources (E-IPER). He holds a BS from Yale, SM from Harvard, and PhD from MIT. His research bridges operations, finance, and sustainability, focusing on dynamic optimization under uncertainty and its applications in supply chains, FinTech, and healthcare. Notable work includes designing financing solutions for global supply chains and promoting ethical analytics. Education: BS in Electrical Engineering (Yale, 2004), SM in Engineering (Harvard, 2006), PhD in Operations Research (MIT, 2010). Professional experience includes a Goldstine Fellowship at IBM Research and teaching roles at Wharton and INSEAD. He has won multiple awards including INFORMS Optimization Society (2009) and JFIG (2013) prizes. Research emphasizes fairness and environmental impact, with recent projects on sustainable palm oil production and climate impacts of digital supply chains. His work appears in Management Science, Operations Research, and Mathematics of Operations Research. Awards include Srivani Faculty Scholar (2023–24) and teaching commendations at Harvard, MIT, and INSEAD. He advises on multi-disciplinary projects involving engineering, environmental science, and business students.

Om Narasimhanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets
• Innovation
• Pricing
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Om Narasimhan is Professor of Marketing at the London School of Economics and Political Science. His research focuses on entrepreneurship in emerging markets, innovation, pricing, and distribution channels. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and previously held the Board of Overseers Chaired Professorship at the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration (Marketing), University of Southern California M.S. in Physics, University of Virginia B.S. in Physics, University of Delhi His work explores how microentrepreneurs navigate informal economies and how marketing strategies adapt to emerging market constraints. Research integrates behavioral economics, supply chain dynamics, and consumer psychology to address real-world business challenges. Publications emphasize empirical analyses of market mechanisms, with recurring themes in retail strategy, compensation models, and global business development. Article keywords frequently include entrepreneurship, consumer behavior, and emerging economies. Awards: SIG Best Paper awards (American Marketing Association) John D. Little award finalist Marketing Science Institute Young Scholar Outstanding Researcher Award (Carlson School) Best MBA Professor Award (Carlson School) He teaches in the Masters in Management and Global Executive programs, with executive education engagements at companies including 3M, Samsung, and Target. Leads the Marketing Faculty Research Group at LSE.

• Retail Marketing Strategies
• Digital Marketing
• Marketing Channel Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ruhai Wu is a tenured Associate Professor of Marketing at McMaster University's DeGroote School of Business. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Finance from Tsinghua University, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on retail and industrial marketing strategies, including pricing, advertising, channel relationships, and platform management in digital ecosystems. He has been awarded grants from SSHRC and NSERC for projects analyzing sharing economies, mobile marketing, and social commerce. Dr. Wu's teaching portfolio includes courses on Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, and Marketing Research Methodology at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He actively supervises doctoral students and has published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Retailing , Journal of Business Research , and Electronic Markets . His research explores platform governance, network effects, and online consumer behavior using game-theoretical models. Recent work examines live-stream shopping trends, cross-platform competition, and seller review manipulation. Dr. Wu has contributed to scholarly discussions on emerging digital marketing strategies and their societal impacts through media features and industry collaborations.

May Tajimaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• RFID Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

May Tajima is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management & Organizational Studies at Western University. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Sciences from the University of Waterloo (1998). Her research focuses on RFID technology applications in supply chains, operations management, and supply chain agility. She teaches courses including Operations Management (as course coordinator) and Statistics at Western's DAN Management program. Teaching Experience: Previously taught at University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University in areas like Production Management, Operations Research, and Engineering Economics. Industry background includes supply chain analysis at Chesapeake Decision Sciences. Key Research Themes: RFID adoption challenges across industries, technology standardization in pharmaceutical contexts, and strategic supply chain adaptability. Authored five major publications between 2005-2012 and contributed to an engineering economics textbook (2005). Awards: Recognized on University Student Council Teaching Honour Roll (2016) Office: SSC 4415 | Phone: 519-661-2111 x87619

• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• Information Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashish Thatte serves as Associate Professor of Operations Management at Gonzaga University, teaching undergraduate courses including Operations Management (OPER 340), Lean Thinking (OPER 347), and Supply Chain Management (OPER 489), alongside graduate courses such as Global Operations (MBUS 640), Lean Thinking (MBUS 648), and Supply Chain Management (MBUS 699). His industry background encompasses manufacturing management and supply chain/logistics roles in multinational corporations. His academic credentials feature a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Toledo, complemented by an M.B.A. and B.E. from the University of Pune (India), plus APICS CPIM certification: CPIM, APICS Ph.D., University of Toledo M.S., University of Toledo M.B.A., University of Pune (India) B.E., University of Pune (India) Dr. Thatte's research centers on supply chain responsiveness, competitive advantage, and information systems in operations, with significant extensions into consumer behavior (particularly Gen Z purchasing in beauty care) and healthcare operations (emergency department efficiency and medical procedure cost analysis). His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications across manufacturing, retail, and healthcare sectors. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Supply chain responsiveness mechanisms and their competitive impact through supplier networks and modular manufacturing; (2) Cross-cultural consumer behavior examining regional variations in brand perception; (3) Healthcare operations optimization in emergency departments and procedural cost-effectiveness. His interdisciplinary approach connects operations theory with real-world business challenges across automotive, sports analytics, and global consumer markets. No scientific awards were documented in the available information. While the provided materials confirm his teaching responsibilities and publication record, specific details regarding student advisement, research grants, or laboratory affiliations remain undisclosed in the source materials.

Baris Ataمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Applied AI
• Dynamic Decision Making Under Uncertainty
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Baris Ata is the Sigmund E. Edelstone Distinguished Service Professor of Operations Management at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His work bridges theoretical operations management with practical applications, focusing on dynamic decision-making under uncertainty. Research Interests Ata’s research spans stochastic networks, manufacturing/service operations, healthcare delivery, and social sector innovation. Recent projects address high-dimensional stochastic control, xenotransplantation candidate selection, criminal justice logistics, and last-mile delivery challenges in Africa. Scientific Awards Best Paper in Service Science Award, INFORMS (2009) William Pierskalla Best Paper Award, INFORMS (2015) Wickham Skinner Best Paper Award, POMS (2019) Manufacturing and Service Operations Management Young Scholar Prize, INFORMS (2015) Emory Williams MBA Teaching Award (2021) Recent Publications Ata’s recent work includes topics in dynamic pricing, stochastic control, and healthcare logistics. His papers examine congestion-based pricing strategies, equilibrium analysis in queues, and policy design for organ transplantation. Broad disciplines include operations management, stochastic modeling, and healthcare analytics.

• Electronic Government
• Technology Implementation
• Information Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Frank Chan is a Professor of Information Systems at ESSEC Business School in France, where he currently serves as Department Head of Information Systems, Decision Sciences and Statistics (2022-2025). He has been with ESSEC since 2013, progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and now Professor. His academic career focuses on the intersection of information systems, public administration, and organizational behavior. Dr. Chan earned his Ph.D. in Information Systems from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in 2010 and completed his BBA in Information Systems and Finance from the same institution in 2003. His educational background provided the foundation for his research in technology implementation and electronic government. His research interests span electronic government, technology implementation, agile methodologies, and internet privacy. Dr. Chan's work examines how digital technologies transform public services, organizational processes, and citizen experiences. He investigates the human aspects of technology adoption, including leadership dynamics in agile teams, citizen satisfaction with e-government services, and privacy concerns in digital environments. His multidisciplinary approach combines insights from information systems, public administration, and organizational behavior. Analysis of Dr. Chan's publication record reveals a consistent focus on e-government systems and technology implementation, with increasing attention to agile development methodologies in recent years. His work demonstrates a progression from foundational technology adoption studies to more nuanced investigations of leadership dynamics, privacy concerns, and the societal impacts of digital initiatives. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges business, public administration, and technology domains. Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems Best Associate Editor Award (2022) International Conference on Information Systems Outstanding Associate Editor Award (2019) MIS Quarterly Reviewer of the Year Award (2019) MIS Quarterly Reviewer of the Year Award (2018) Journal of Operations Management Ambassador Award (2017) Finalist for Journal of Operations Management Jack Meredith Best Paper Award (2012) As a Senior Editor for Information Systems Journal since 2021 (previously Associate Editor 2016-2020), Dr. Chan has significantly contributed to the academic community. He has served as Track Co-Chair for major conferences including International Conference on Information Systems and Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems. His consulting work with United Nations ESCAP on digitalization of tax administrations in Asia demonstrates the real-world impact of his expertise. Dr. Chan teaches courses in Research Design, Quantitative Research Methods, and Digital Business at ESSEC.

• Last-mile Supply Chain Analytics
• Urban Logistics
• Shared Mobility
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Niels Agatz is a Full Professor of Last-mile Supply Chain Analytics at the Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University, and Scientific Director of TKI Dinalog, a national research funding institute. His work bridges academia and industry, focusing on sustainable urban logistics, shared mobility, and online retailing analytics. He holds a PhD in Logistics from RSM and an MSc in Industrial Engineering from Eindhoven University of Technology. Research interests include optimizing last-mile supply chains through technology-driven solutions, with emphasis on sustainability and operational efficiency. Notable contributions include frameworks for demand management and transportation-enabled services. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to responsible consumption and climate action. Editorial roles include Area Editor for Transportation Science . Awards include the INFORMS TSL Stella Dafermos Achievement Award (2022) and NWO Rubicon Grant. Collaborations span institutions like Georgia Tech and the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. Recent publications address home delivery systems, sustainable supply chains, and pickup/delivery optimization. Labs/Teams: Directs TKI Dinalog, collaborates with industry partners to translate research into practical logistics solutions.

• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Retail Logistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Goran Avlijaš is a researcher affiliated with Singidunum University in Belgrade, specializing in project management, operations research, and retail logistics. He holds a Doctorate in Engineering Management (2011–2016) from Singidunum University, a Master’s in Project Management (2008–2009) from the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, and a Bachelor’s in Management (2003–2007) from the same institution. His research focuses on optimizing project schedules through methods like Earned Value Management and Monte Carlo Simulation, analyzing supply chain efficiency, and exploring gig economy impacts on well-being in Balkan countries. Key research areas include: Project Management Innovation: Developing risk analysis tools (e.g., Event Chain Methodology) and applying earned value metrics to construction projects. Retail Operations: Investigating automated replenishment systems and inventory management challenges in retail environments. Social-Economic Dynamics: Studying gig economy effects on workforce well-being and regulatory impacts on entrepreneurship. His work spans 30+ peer-reviewed articles and conference papers, including contributions to Management , Sustainability , and Frontiers in Psychology . He co-authored textbooks like Project Management and Entrepreneurship for Singidunum University’s curriculum. Active in academic events such as Sinteza and FINIZ conferences, he bridges theoretical research with practical industry applications.

• Pricing and Distribution Systems
• Integrated Risk Management
• Game Theoretic Models
• +۳ مورد دیگر

WEE Kwan Eng is a Senior Lecturer of Operations Management at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University (SMU), since 2012. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Management from Purdue University (2000), an M.S. in Management from NUS (1995), and a B.S. in Mathematics (with Honors) from NUS (1993). His research focuses on pricing strategies, supply chain risk management, game-theoretic models, and queuing systems. He has received multiple teaching honors, including the Dean’s Teaching Honor List (2005–2011). His work spans theoretical and applied operations research, with notable contributions to inventory coordination in retail networks, newsvendor model extensions, and queuing-based manufacturing systems. He has published in top journals like Operations Research Letters and IIE Transactions. Awards: Frederick N. Andrews Fellowship (1995-1997), Dissertation Fellowship (1998-1999) Research Themes: Strategic inventory policies, supply chain coordination, and optimization under uncertainty

Mary Lacityمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Blockchain Technology
• Decentralized Identity
• Metaverse
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mary Lacity is a Distinguished Professor of Information Systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, and holds the David D. Glass Endowed Chair. She is also a Visiting Professor at the London School of Economics for Spring 2025. Director of Walton College’s Blockchain Center of Excellence (2014-2019) Former Curators’ Distinguished Professor at University of Missouri Holds visiting positions at MIT, Washington University, and Oxford University Senior Editor for MIS Quarterly Executive Contributing Editor for Journal of the British Blockchain Association Her research focuses on enterprise adoption of emerging technologies, particularly blockchain, metaverse, service automation, and ethical technology use. She has conducted extensive case studies and surveys on automation and Web3 implementation across hundreds of organizations globally. Recent publications include books like Human Privacy in Virtual and Physical Worlds (2024) and Blockchain Fundamentals for the Web 3.0 (2022). She has over 30 books and 26,300 Google Scholar citations (h-index: 68). 2014: Inducted into IAOP’s Outsourcing Hall of Fame 2024: Recognized as top 2% scholar in Business and Management (Stanford) 2024: Top 1% scholar in Business and Management (ScholarGPS) Fellow of the Association of Information Systems She actively contributes to blockchain standards via the Global Standards Mapping Initiative (GSMI) of the Global Blockchain Business Council and the Linux Foundation’s Trust over IP (ToIP). Her work bridges academic research and practical applications in enterprise technology adoption.

• Design Project Management
• History and Theory of Industrial Design
• Design Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Can ÖZCAN is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Industrial Design Department at İzmir University of Economics (IUE) since 2006. He holds a PhD in Semiotics from Dokuz Eylül University and is the Director of EKOTAM Design Research and Application Center. His academic career includes roles at Izmir Institute of Technology and Yeditepe University, where he contributed to department establishment and curriculum development. Education: B.ID (Middle East Technical University), MSc/PhD (Dokuz Eylül University, Semiotics) Research focuses on Design Project Management, History of Industrial Design, Design Education, and Semiotics. He explores design's role in crime prevention, cultural industries, and food packaging through projects like 'Secure Urban Environments by Design' and 'Menemen Pottery Development Model'. Administratively, he led EKOTAM (2011–present) and managed industry collaborations in product/service design, brand development, and franchising. His courses include advanced topics in design management, semiotics, and design history. Notable projects include EU-funded urban security frameworks and brand identity studies for Turkish agricultural products. He has advised over a dozen graduate theses on topics ranging from yacht design to sustainability in cities.