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Sean Caoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence in Finance
• Machine Learning Applications
• Capital Market Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sean Cao serves as Associate Professor (with tenure) at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, where he is Director and Co-founder of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research. He also holds an affiliation as professor at Harvard Business School's D 3 Institute. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Cao's research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and capital markets, with particular expertise in how machine learning transforms financial analysis, corporate disclosure practices, and investment decision-making. His work examines the evolving relationship between human analysts and AI systems, blockchain applications in financial reporting, and the strategic adaptation of corporate communications for machine readership. He has pioneered research on the "AI divide" among investor groups and developed frameworks for human-AI collaborative stock analysis. His publication portfolio spans top journals including Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Accounting Research, and Management Science. The research demonstrates consistent thematic progression toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications in finance, with recent work exploring distributed ledger technologies for auditing, machine learning for extracting private information from disclosures, and the economics of greenwashing in ESG funds. His studies frequently combine textual analysis with traditional financial metrics to uncover novel market insights. Fama-DFA Prize from Journal of Financial Economics for best paper in capital markets and asset pricing Michael J. Brennan Award from Review of Financial Studies Deloitte Initiative for AI and Learning award for developing trustworthy AI for social equity PanAgora Asset Management's Dr. Richard A. Crowell Memorial Prize Multiple best paper awards from Midwest Finance Association, Global AI Finance Conference, and Asian Finance Association Dr. Cao has delivered over 200 invited research talks at major institutions including the Central Bank of Japan, Central Bank of Thailand, and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He serves as Guest Associate Editor for Management Science and has co-chaired Review of Financial Studies conferences on FinTech and Machine Learning. His educational initiatives include a widely adopted free AI textbook for finance and accounting that has been implemented at universities worldwide including Indiana University, UT Dallas, and University of Minnesota. As Director of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research, Dr. Cao leads a multidisciplinary team exploring practical AI applications in finance. The initiative has secured significant funding including a $150,000 grant from GRF CPAs & Advisors. His research group maintains strong industry connections through partnerships with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and technology companies, facilitating the translation of academic research into practical financial applications.

• Market Microstructure
• High-Frequency Trading
• Short Selling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Charles M. Jones is a Professor of Finance at Columbia Business School, Columbia University, with an extensive publication record spanning several decades. His research focuses on market microstructure, high-frequency trading, short selling, retail investor behavior, and stock market liquidity. His work has appeared in top finance journals including the Journal of Finance, with his most recent publication "Nonstandard Errors" appearing in the June 2024 issue. Professor Jones's research interests center on understanding how financial markets function at a granular level. His work on market microstructure examines the mechanics of price formation, liquidity provision, and the impact of trading technologies on market quality. His research on short selling has been particularly influential, investigating when short sellers trade, what information they possess, and how regulatory interventions like short sale bans affect market functioning. His more recent work has explored the rise of retail trading through platforms like Reddit and its implications for price discovery, particularly during events like the GameStop phenomenon and the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysis of his publication trends reveals a consistent focus on market efficiency and price discovery mechanisms, with increasing attention to retail investor behavior in recent years. His work spans both theoretical modeling and empirical analysis of market data, often utilizing high-frequency datasets to examine intraday trading patterns. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges finance, economics, and information science, contributing to both academic understanding and practical market regulation. Professor Jones has collaborated extensively with researchers across the globe, as evidenced by his numerous co-authored papers with scholars from institutions worldwide. His work has significant implications for market regulators seeking to understand the impact of technological changes and regulatory interventions on market quality and efficiency.

• Financial Reporting
• Corporate Disclosure
• Textual Analysis in Accounting
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yaping Zheng serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting and Business Analytics within the Alberta School of Business at the University of Alberta. Her current teaching responsibilities include ACCTG 222: Introduction to Accounting for Management Decision Making, a course focused on cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measures for management decisions, scheduled for Winter Term 2026 with office location at 3-21C Business Building. Her research spans critical areas in contemporary accounting: Financial Reporting and Corporate Disclosure mechanisms Textual Analysis applications in accounting contexts Big Data integration for financial analysts Management decision-making through accounting information systems Dr. Zheng's recent publication in Management Science (2025) examines empirical evidence of big data adoption by financial analysts, revealing its impact on disclosure practices and reporting usefulness. This work bridges advanced analytics with traditional accounting frameworks to address evolving market demands. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials, though publication in this premier journal signifies substantial scholarly contribution. Information regarding student supervision, research grants, or laboratory affiliations was not provided in the available texts.

Kevin Pisciottaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Empirical Corporate Finance
• Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
• Information Intermediaries
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kevin Pisciotta is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Kansas School of Business, specializing in empirical corporate finance, initial public offerings (IPOs), and information intermediaries. His work bridges corporate finance theory with real-world market dynamics, focusing on IPO processes, analyst behavior, and economic impacts of social issues like opioid abuse and sports betting. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration, Pennsylvania State University M.S. in Finance, University of Delaware B.S. in Finance, University of Delaware Research Interests: His research explores how IPO bookbuilding mechanisms influence market outcomes, the role of sell-side analysts in information dissemination, and the macroeconomic consequences of phenomena like opioid abuse and sports gambling. He also investigates labor economics through the lens of corporate innovation and workforce productivity. Publications Trends: Recent work examines the interplay between sports betting and household financial stability (2024), IPO marketing strategies post-JOBS Act reforms (2018), and the spillover effects of opioid abuse on regional innovation ecosystems (2023). His studies frequently employ large-scale datasets to analyze market microstructure and policy impacts. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or advisee names are listed in available materials. Teaching experience includes undergraduate courses in investments, international finance, and corporate financial management. Labs/Teams: No dedicated lab affiliation is mentioned, though collaborations with institutions like Pennsylvania State University and the University of Delaware are implied through his educational background and co-authorships.

Ying Chenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Financial Statistics
• Machine Learning
• Quantitative Finance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Ying Chen is an Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore , affiliated with the Department of Mathematics, Asian Institute of Digital Finance (as Academic Director of PhD Program in Digital FinTech 2022–2024), Risk Management Institute (2019–2023), Department of Statistics and Data Science (2019–2023), and Department of Economics (2018–2023). She also contributes to NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences and Engineering since 2016. Research Interests include: AI forecasting and quantum computing for finance Nonstationary time series and functional data analysis Energy data analytics and precision medicine Network autoregression and spatial-temporal modeling Explainable AI and citation metrics Portfolio liquidation and market-making algorithms Article Trends demonstrate expertise in: Adaptive forecasting for gas flows and electricity prices Blockchain network influence detection Quantum computing applications in finance Functional autoregression with mixed predictors Credit rating fairness and explainability High-resolution implied volatility modeling Scientific Awards include: ISI Elected Member (2016–) International Statistical Institute Council (2023–2027) IASC Scientific Secretary (2017–2019, 2023–2025) Advisory roles for EU FIN-TECH and xAIM projects

Khaled Hussaineyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Narrative Reporting
• XBRL
• Corporate Governance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Khaled Hussainey is a Professor of Accounting at Bangor Business School, appointed in April 2024. He previously held academic roles at Portsmouth, Plymouth, Stirling, Manchester, and Ain Shams Universities. With over 25 years of teaching experience, his research focuses on corporate narrative reporting, XBRL, and sustainability. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles and secured grants from ESRC, Qatar National Research Foundation, and others. His qualifications include a Ph.D. in Accounting & Finance from the University of Manchester (2004), an M.Sc. from the University of Birmingham (2000), and a B.Com. from Ain Shams University (1994). He has supervised 56 PhD and 7 DBA theses. Research interests include corporate governance, earnings management, Islamic accounting, and big data. He serves as Co-Editor of the Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting and Editor of the International Journal of Emerging Markets . His work has been recognized in Stanford University's Top 2% Researchers list (2023). Grants include £60,000 from ESRC (2005), $120,000 from Qatar NFR (2014), and £48,412 from the British Council (2019). He has held visiting professorships at King Khalid University, Tunis University, and others. He actively participates in international conferences and serves as an external assessor for promotions and research funds globally. His recent articles address sustainability reporting, FinTech disclosure, and climate governance. He emphasizes interdisciplinary research linking accounting practices with technological and environmental trends.

Nerijus Maliukevičiusمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Information Warfare
• Russian Studies
• Propaganda and Disinformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nerijus Maliukevičius serves as an Assistant Professor at Vilnius University's Institute of International Relations and Political Science, where he conducts research and teaching within the Department of Political Behavior and Institutional Studies. His expertise centers on information warfare, strategic communication, and Russian geopolitical strategies, with extensive publications analyzing disinformation campaigns targeting Baltic and European states. Maliukevičius' research interests focus on Information Warfare , Russian Studies , and Propaganda Countermeasures , examining how technological advances reshape conflict dynamics. His work investigates Kremlin influence operations across media ecosystems, emphasizing social resilience frameworks and psychological defense mechanisms against hybrid threats. Key contributions include foundational studies on Russian information geopolitics and contemporary analyses of operations like Ghostwriter that exploit digital vulnerabilities in democratic societies. His publication trajectory reveals a strategic evolution from theoretical frameworks (2002-2008) toward actionable counter-strategies, with recent work prioritizing social resilience metrics and Nordic-Baltic defense coordination. This shift reflects escalating geopolitical tensions following Crimea's annexation and Ukraine's invasion, where his analyses of Russian media tactics have gained critical policy relevance across NATO and EU institutions. Maliukevičius has secured major research funding including the IARPA-funded SAGE project (2016-2019) for geopolitical forecasting and Lithuania's national disinformation study (2021). He regularly advises governments through high-impact presentations at NATO StratCom CoE, NED forums, and Lublin Triangle initiatives, translating academic insights into operational countermeasures against active measures. As co-leader of Vilnius University's Politics of Technology Research Group and Belarus Research Group, he directs collaborative investigations into AI-driven disinformation and authoritarian influence networks. His teams develop early-warning systems for hybrid threats while training next-generation analysts through specialized courses like Information Warfare and Strategic Political Communication.

Stacey Jacobsenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Empirical Corporate Finance
• Market Microstructure
• Finance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stacey Jacobsen is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University (SMU), and holds the Fabacher Endowed Professorship of Alternative Asset Management. She received her PhD in Finance from Indiana University in 2011 and an undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University. Prior to her academic career, she worked as an investment banking analyst and strategy associate. PhD, Finance, Indiana University Undergraduate, Texas Christian University Her research focuses on Empirical Corporate Finance and Market Microstructure , with a particular emphasis on liquidity analysis, corporate bond markets, and investor behavior. Her work combines empirical studies with quantitative finance methodologies to explore financial market dynamics, transaction cost analysis, and strategic corporate finance decisions. Stacey's publications in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, and Management Science reflect her expertise in liquidity measurement, market microstructure, and corporate finance. These works often bridge theoretical finance with real-world market outcomes, covering subfields like high-speed trading, market efficiency, and empirical analysis of financial strategies. She teaches FINA 6238 Financial Modeling , integrating her research insights into practical financial analysis tools.

Todd C. Helmusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Counterterrorism
• Information Operations
• Security Cooperation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Todd C. Helmus is a Senior Behavioral Scientist at the RAND Corporation and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. He specializes in counterterrorism, information operations, security cooperation, and social media analysis with a focus on irregular warfare and violent extremism. Helmus holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI) and has served as a deployed analyst for U.S. military commands in Iraq and Afghanistan. His research emphasizes countering adversarial tactics such as foreign terrorist recruitment, Chinese gray zone operations, and propaganda campaigns. He teaches graduate courses on information operations and frequently speaks at security conferences. Key findings include studies on veteran susceptibility to extremism and Ukraine's counter-disinformation strategies during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Helmus advises on national security communication campaigns, drawing insights from public health strategies. His work spans academic publications, expert commentary, and video/podcast media across topics like AI-driven misinformation, election security, and global resource development. He remains actively involved in policy analysis for U.S. national strategies on antisemitism and domestic extremism mitigation.

• Climate Resilience
• Energy Systems
• Transportation Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Constantine (Costa) Samaras is the Trustee Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Director of the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University. He is also affiliated with the Department of Engineering and Public Policy and holds a courtesy appointment in the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy. Director, Scott Institute for Energy Innovation Trustee Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering Affiliated Faculty, Engineering and Public Policy Courtesy Faculty, Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy His research focuses on systems engineering approaches to climate resilience , clean energy transitions , and infrastructure security . Key areas include: Transportation electrification and automation Climate adaptation for infrastructure Energy policy under uncertainty AI impacts on energy systems Equity in decarbonization National security implications of energy Costa Samaras co-authored 15 recent studies spanning energy burden analysis, climate hazard indices, AI training energy optimization, and nature-based infrastructure solutions. His work emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration between engineering, policy, and climate science. Notable scientific recognition includes being named Professor of the Year by the Pittsburgh Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers in 2018. He has led significant policy engagements including White House service (2021-2024) as Principal Assistant Director for Energy and Chief Advisor for Clean Energy Transition. Current affiliations include: Founder/Director, Center for Engineering and Resilience for Climate Adaptation Founder/Director, Power Sector Carbon Index Former Senior Researcher, RAND Corporation (2009-2014) Former Adjunct Senior Analyst, RAND Corporation (2014-2021)

Henri van Soestمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• AI Governance
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Henri van Soest is a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy and a Senior Analyst at RAND Europe. He is based at RAND, a global policy research organization, where he leads studies on energy security, artificial intelligence governance, critical infrastructure protection, and European Union policy. His work supports key institutions including the European Union, UK government, and Dutch government. His research focuses on the intersection of technology and policy, particularly in energy systems and AI. Key areas include: AI governance and trustworthy AI tools Energy security and digitalisation of the power grid Critical undersea infrastructure protection Cybersecurity in energy systems Space technology regulation Societal resilience and national security The trend in his recent publications shows a growing emphasis on the dual-use nature of AI in critical infrastructure, balancing innovation with security and resilience. His work combines technical analysis with policy recommendations, often using modeling and expert elicitation. Much of his research addresses transatlantic and European policy challenges, especially in energy and security domains. Scientific contributions and policy impact are evident through frequent publications and expert submissions to governmental bodies. Notable outputs include evidence submissions to the UK Parliament and reports for the U.S. Department of Energy. While no formal awards are listed, his influence is reflected in high-level policy engagement. He has advised on grants and policy studies involving global teams, particularly in energy transition, AI infrastructure, and resilience planning. His prior experience includes energy policy research at the University of Oslo, cleantech analysis, and corporate governance in banking. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge and a joint LL.M. from KU Leuven and the University of Zurich. Henri van Soest leads research within RAND Europe’s multidisciplinary teams focusing on science, technology, and security policy. His work often involves collaboration across international experts and institutions, particularly on EU and NATO-related security issues. He contributes to projects involving horizon scanning, Delphi studies, and quantitative modeling in policy contexts.

Ali Lazrakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Asset Pricing
• Corporate Finance
• Behavioral Finance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ali Lazrak is an Associate Professor at the Sauder School of Business , University of British Columbia , specializing in Finance . He holds the Peter Lusztig Professorship in Finance and teaches courses such as International Financial Markets and Institutions and Theory of Finance (2024-2025). His research bridges Political Economy , Asset Pricing , and Behavioral Finance , with a focus on ESG concerns , Voting Theory , and Time Inconsistency . Education: ENSAE (B.Sc.), Sorbonne (M.Sc.), Toulouse (Ph.D.) Contact: Henry Angus Building (HA 872), +1 604.822.9481, ali.lazrak@sauder.ubc.ca His work explores group decision-making in corporate investment, green finance (e.g., the green premium in ESG markets), and time-inconsistent preferences in continuous games. Recent publications highlight how responsible consumption and demand elasticity shape asset prices, and how institutional divestiture impacts harmful asset stranding through informational and economic channels. Scientific accolades include the Jacob Gold & Associates Best Paper Prize (2019), Best Paper Awards at HEC-McGill, UBC, Luxembourg, and Stanford conferences, and the Peter Lusztig Professorship . His methodological expertise spans stochastic control , recursive utility , and dynamic equilibrium analysis .

Lily Hsuehمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Policy and Management
• Natural Resource and Environmental Economics
• Political Economy
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Lily Hsueh is an Associate Professor of Economics and Public Policy (with tenure) at the School of Public Affairs, Arizona State University (ASU), and a Visiting Scholar at the Woods Institute for the Environment, Stanford University. She is affiliated with multiple research centers, including the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, the Center for Environmental Economics and Sustainability Policy, the Center for Organization Research and Design, and the Political Economy Working Group at ASU. She earned her Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management from the University of Washington, an M.S. in Economics from University College London, and a B.A. in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to her academic career, she worked as a Senior Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Dr. Hsueh’s research focuses on the intersection of economics, politics, and governance in environmental policy. She investigates how alternative governance systems—such as voluntary programs and market-based mechanisms—affect policy outcomes in areas like climate change, toxic chemicals, and marine resources. Her work emphasizes the role of firms, institutions, and governments in shaping environmental governance and social equity. Her recent publications explore trends in corporate climate disclosure, sustainable public procurement, participatory budgeting, and the health impacts of environmental disasters. These studies employ rigorous econometric methods and contribute to both academic and policy debates on sustainability and governance. Recipient of the 2020–21 AAUW American Fellowship Two-time winner of the Distinguished Teaching Award at ASU (2016–17, 2021–22) Recipient of the 2023 Professor of Impact award (student-initiated) Elected to the APPAM Policy Council (2024–2028) Editorial board member of PLOS Climate Dr. Hsueh has secured research funding from NOAA, the V. Kann Rasmussen Foundation, and ASU. She actively mentors students and junior scholars and is currently completing a book with MIT Press titled Corporations at Climate Crossroads . She also leads curriculum development in economics and public policy at ASU and teaches across undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. levels. She is involved in several research teams and initiatives, including the Political Economy Working Group and the Sustainable Procurement Research Group at ASU, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at Stanford on climate governance research.

René M. Stulzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

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

René M. Stulz is the Everett D. Reese Chair of Banking and Monetary Economics at The Ohio State University's Max M. Fisher College of Business , where he also serves as Director of the Dice Center for Research in Financial Economics . He has held academic positions at MIT, University of Chicago, and University of Rochester. Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology Marvin Bower Fellowship (Harvard Business School) Doctorat Honoris Causa (University of Neuchâtel) Risk Manager of the Year (Global Association of Risk Professionals) His research spans corporate finance , financial institutions , and asset pricing , with recent work on unicorns , cyberattack economic impacts , and banking regulation . His articles show expertise in market volatility , governance , and financial globalization . Stulz has won multiple scientific awards and served as editor of the Journal of Finance and Journal of Financial Economics . He consults for the IMF , World Bank , and major financial institutions , and has testified in federal/state courts .

Derek G. Brewinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Grain markets and trade
• Firm location choices and innovation
• Farm finance and production economics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Derek G. Brewin is a Professor and Head of the Department of Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics at the University of Manitoba, within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. He holds a PhD in Agricultural, Environmental and Regional Economics from Pennsylvania State University. Education: PhD, Agricultural, Environmental and Regional Economics, Pennsylvania State University, USA MSc, Agricultural Economics, University of Saskatchewan, Canada BSc, Agricultural Economics, University of Alberta, Canada Dr. Brewin's research focuses on spatial grain and oilseed markets, innovation in food processing and plant breeding, farm finance, and red meat supply chains. With 14 years of industry experience prior to his academic career, including roles as a lender and analyst in the agriculture sector, his work bridges practical industry knowledge with academic rigor. His current research projects examine the economics of crop rotations, grain transportation policy, plant location for oilseed processing, and the economics of perennial grains and forages with beef integration. His scholarly work shows a consistent focus on agricultural markets, transportation economics, and innovation policy, with a particular emphasis on Canadian agricultural systems. Recent publications analyze the impact of trade disruptions, pandemic effects on grain markets, and innovation policy in crop breeding. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Award-winning teacher of agricultural finance, marketing and risk management Past President of the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society Member and on Editorial Board of Northeast Agricultural and Resource Economics Association (NAREA) Member of the Structure and Performance of Agriculture and Agri-products Network Member of the Canadian Agricultural Innovation and Regulation Network Dr. Brewin has supervised numerous graduate students, with current students working on topics related to winter forage options, crop rotation profit impacts, and processing location impacts on farm prices. His professional service includes serving as a Senator at the University of Manitoba and as a director of Farm Management Canada and the Manitoba Rural Adaptation Council. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Brewin worked as a Corporate Advisor for the Canadian Wheat Board, a Policy Economist for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, and a farm lender. He was raised on a mixed irrigation farm in Purple Springs, Alberta, providing him with firsthand agricultural experience that informs his research and teaching.