Dr. Lynn Kathleen Harland is a Professor in the Department of Management at the University of Nebraska at Omaha's College of Business Administration. She is affiliated with The Center for Collaboration Science. Her teaching focuses on Leadership Skills, Organizational Behavior, Executive Civic Leadership, and Organizational Theory. Her research explores Workplace Fun, Service-Learning, and Team Effectiveness, with notable contributions to understanding service quality perceptions in healthcare and the impact of volunteering on workplace engagement. Her research spans organizational behavior, healthcare management, and leadership development. Key themes include the role of fun in work environments, the effects of alternative work arrangements, and leadership's influence on subordinate resilience. Articles highlight her work on patient-provider trust in healthcare contexts and service-learning initiatives in MBA programs. Dr. Harland’s publications (2005–2022) demonstrate a sustained focus on organizational dynamics, with a growing emphasis on healthcare applications and employee well-being. She has no listed scientific awards but maintains active research output across sectors.
Fionnuala Brennan is a Lecturer in the Department of Arts at South East Technological University (SETU), Ireland, with a dual affiliation to the School of Humanities and the Crime & Justice Research Group. She holds an EdD from Dublin City University (2017), a Masters in Media Studies from Technological University Dublin (2002), and a B.A. (Hons) in Communication Studies from Dublin City University (1992). She also earned a Microcredential in Restorative Practice from Maynooth University in 2023. Her research focuses on restorative practices in education, blended learning methodologies, and curriculum development for professional training programs such as the Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (HCCC). She has pioneered initiatives like Every Contact Counts (2019-2020) and the NTutorr project, addressing digital divides in Moodle-based learning. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes active, learner-centered approaches aligned with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Restorative Practices (RP), fostering inclusive environments through dialogue circles and flexible assessment methods like reflective portfolios and role-play recordings. Brennan has secured significant grants, including €100K via Springboard+ (2015) for MA in Arts & Heritage Management and €41.5K for programme development under the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning initiative (2019). She currently leads the HCCC, collaborating closely with the Irish Prison Service to integrate restorative principles into custodial care education. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and justice systems. Advising: Supervised over 50 external agencies for student work placements on MA programmes and co-developed the Springboard+ initiative. Grants: Secured funding for student places and curriculum enhancement projects. Her professional networks include leadership roles in the NTutorr project and participation in national forums like the Restorative Practice Ireland Conference (2023). She has delivered presentations on topics such as restorative approaches to plagiarism and blended learning in penal education, emphasizing partnerships between academia and industry stakeholders.
Dr. Teresa Crew is a Senior Lecturer in Social Policy at Bangor University's School of History, Law and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on social inequality, working-class academics, Gypsy/Roma/Traveller communities, and higher education policy. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Bangor University (2014), MA in Social Research (2008), and BA in Criminology (2006), all from the same institution. Her teaching includes modules on gender perspectives, social divisions, and tackling inequalities. Notable awards include the Policy Press Outstanding Teaching Award (2018) and Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2019). She has presented at conferences worldwide and contributes to editorial boards of journals like Journal of Class and Culture . Research highlights include exploring mental health challenges among working-class academics, class barriers in clinical psychology training, and systemic discrimination faced by marginalized communities. She co-edits a handbook on class and culture and has authored two books addressing working-class academics' experiences. Editorial Roles: Journal of Class and Culture Professional Memberships: British Sociological Association Key Projects: Collaborative autoethnography on information literacy, Gypsy/Traveller rights advocacy Dr. Crew's work integrates qualitative methods like autoethnography and ethnography, emphasizing transformative pedagogy and inclusive practices. Her research often bridges academia and policy, advocating for equity in education and labor markets.
Dr Florence Gabriel is an Enterprise Fellow at UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia, with expertise in education policy, mathematics curriculum design, and learning analytics. She leads research initiatives addressing self-regulated learning, STEM equity, and student wellbeing in primary and secondary education. Her academic roles include Research Degree Supervisor and involvement with the Centre for Change and Complexity in Learning (C3L). She has received significant funding including a $491k grant from the Commonwealth Department of Employment and Workplace Relations for gender equity initiatives in STEM. Florence’s work spans global education frameworks (OECD Learning Compass 2030), primary school interventions (self-regulated learning trials), and wellbeing screening tools (WEC project). She collaborates internationally on topics like climate education and algorithmic decision-making trustworthiness. Her research emphasizes actionable solutions through mixed-methods approaches, linking educational theory to practical classroom strategies. Notable projects include reducing mathematics anxiety through enquiry-based learning and developing scalable interventions for academic success.
Professor Gillian Yeowell holds the position of Professor of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Health and Wellbeing at Manchester Metropolitan University. She is a qualified physiotherapist with professional memberships including the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), and a Fellow of Advance HE. Her research focuses on musculoskeletal health outcomes, patient safety, and clinical negligence, with particular attention to minority groups' healthcare experiences. Prior roles include Deputy Head of Faculty Research and Ethics Governance, Programme Leader for MSc Advanced Physiotherapy, and NIHR Advisory Committee Member. Her work has been funded by NIHR, CSP, Manchester City Council, and industry partners. She leads the Physiotherapy Research cluster and has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, addressing topics like clinical red flags, spinal pathologies, and cultural competence in healthcare. Teaching and supervision span UK and international doctoral candidates, with current projects exploring clinical negligence post-pandemic, international student challenges in physiotherapy, and interventions for musculoskeletal disorders. Her research emphasizes translating findings into practice, such as developing patient information leaflets for cauda equina syndrome and advising on NHS litigation reforms. Key impacts include contributions to CSP resources on clinical negligence and parliamentary submissions on NHS litigation. She collaborates with Age UK and Manchester City Council on initiatives like Men’s Sheds to improve community health engagement.
Glauco De Vita is a Professor of International Business Economics at Coventry University, affiliated with the Centre for Resilient Business and Society. He leads the research cluster on Inclusive, Sustainable, and Ethical Business and Society. A Cambridge University alumnus, he previously served as Faculty Associate Dean Research & Knowledge Exchange at Oxford Brookes University and has over 100 publications across economics, international finance, and business management. Education: BA Hons, MPhil, PhD Affiliations: Member of ESRC Doctoral Training Partnerships Peer Review College; External Examiner at University of Winchester and University of Reading His research spans international economics, FDI, trade, exchange rates, outsourcing, international education, and tourism flows. He emphasizes applied research, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and addressing knowledge gaps in economic theories. His recent work explores climate risks, AI in tourism inclusivity, and public/private debt impacts on wealth distribution. Glauco has secured grants from The Leverhulme Trust (RPG-2023-099) and ESRC (RES 000-22-2350). He has received awards such as Best Reviewer of the Year (2019) and is a Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (UK). He also authored a book on PhD research methodology and mentors students in research-enriched learning.
Ted Tschang is Associate Professor of Strategic Management at Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University. His research examines innovation processes across creative industries, with particular focus on design thinking, business model innovation, and the organization of innovation systems. Research Domains: Platform ecosystems and digital entrepreneurship AI's impact on employment and automation Video game development as innovation model Creative industry globalization His recent work investigates how COVID-19 accelerated AI disruption and the role of entrepreneurs in expanding platform ecosystems. Tschang's empirical studies span virtual worlds, gaming prototypes, and creative outsourcing networks.
Mahdi Safa is an Instructional Assistant Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on digital transformation in construction, supply chain optimization, workplace safety, and disaster management. He has published extensively on topics such as AI applications in engineering, pandemic response logistics, and ethical challenges in smart city development. Research interests include leveraging emerging technologies (IoT, blockchain, AI) to enhance construction processes and safety. His work also addresses global challenges like energy efficiency in buildings, offshore infrastructure resilience, and mental health in the construction industry. Notable contributions include frameworks for vaccine supply chain management during pandemics, analysis of workplace conflicts affecting safety, and strategic project readiness assessments. Though no awards or grants are listed in the provided text, his publications indicate active involvement in interdisciplinary research collaborations. Contact: msafa@central.uh.edu
Hanna Salminen is a Researcher at Tampere University’s Faculty of Management and Business , supporting research development and funding applications. Her work focuses on stakeholder responsibility , circular economy , and sustainable development in Finnish industrial contexts. Her research explores intersections between business administration and sustainability , emphasizing stakeholder engagement and innovative practices. She contributes to open-access policies, science communication via the Influencer blog, and coordinates research development groups. Recent collaborations include interdisciplinary studies on circular economy and AI ethics in research. Though no direct awards are listed, her role involves mentoring Master’s students and advising on research permits. She holds a PhD in Business Studies (2012) and is a docent in organizational behavior at the University of Jyväskylä.
Jill Ellingson is the Director of the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area and the Neeli Bendapudi Professor of Management at the University of Kansas School of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management from the University of Minnesota (1999) and a B.A. in Psychology (1994). Education: Ph.D. in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, University of Minnesota, 1999 B.A. in Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1994 Research Interests focus on: Individual differences in workplace settings Staffing and selection methodologies Employee retention and turnover dynamics Autonomous learning in organizational contexts Service work and employee voice mechanisms Her publications demonstrate expertise in human resource management, political bias in hiring, and workforce development. Key journals include Journal of Applied Psychology , Harvard Business Review , and Group & Organization Management . Scientific Awards and Honors: SIOP Foundation Jeanneret Award for Excellence in the Study of Individual or Group Assessment Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Former Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) Fellow Editorial Service: Former Associate Editor for the Journal of Applied Psychology and editorial board member for multiple journals including Personnel Psychology and Journal of Business and Psychology .
Karthik Srinivasan is an Assistant Professor in the Analytics, Information, and Operations Academic Area at the University of Kansas School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona, an M.Mgt. in Business Analytics from the Indian Institute of Science, and a B.E. from Mumbai University. His research focuses on interpretable machine learning, explanatory modeling, text mining for business applications, and healthcare information systems. He develops methods to enhance transparency in AI systems and applies data science to healthcare, finance, and retail contexts. Recent work includes predictive modeling for incomplete data, graph-based retail analytics, and analyzing pandemic impacts on stock markets and public health. His publications span journals like MIS Quarterly, Decision Support Systems, and Nature Digital Medicine. He also contributes open-source tools like TextRegress and MoreThanSentiments for advanced text analysis. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate-level data management courses. His research emphasizes practical applications in business and public health, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world challenges.
Dr. Saptarshi Sengupta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at San José State University (SJSU), leading the Machine Intelligence and Complex Systems (MICoSys) Lab. He advises the ACM student club at SJSU and holds a 'Alien of Extraordinary Ability' visa (Einstein Visa) from USCIS. His work focuses on resilient cyber-physical systems, risk analysis, and deep learning applications in healthcare and industrial systems. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Vanderbilt University M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Vanderbilt University B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering, West Bengal University of Technology Research Interests: Cyber-Physical Systems Security Healthcare AI for Cancer and Chronic Disease Prediction Battery Prognostics and Energy Systems Machine Learning for Complex Systems Analysis Key Achievements: Dr. T.M.A. Pai Gold Medal Award for Healthcare AI contributions Recipient of multiple best paper awards at international conferences Author of over 30 peer-reviewed publications Labs & Teams: Leads the MICoSys Lab, developing AI solutions for healthcare diagnostics, industrial prognostics, and smart infrastructure systems. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with biomedical and engineering domains.
Dr. Daniel H. Jarvis is a professor at the Schulich School of Education, Nipissing University, where he teaches in both undergraduate (BEd) and graduate (MEd/PhD) programs. His research focuses on mathematics education, technology integration, curriculum development, and STEAM education initiatives. He has led several collaborative research projects including a SSHRC-funded international study on Computer Algebra Systems (CAS) technology in undergraduate mathematics instruction. Dr. Jarvis's research interests span mathematics pedagogy, workplace technology applications, interdisciplinary curriculum integration, and innovative educational approaches. His work consistently explores the intersection of mathematical concepts with technology-enhanced learning environments. His publications demonstrate a strong focus on educational technology integration, mathematics pedagogy, and curriculum innovation. Recent work examines exergames in wellbeing education, communities of practice for language teachers, and technology-enhanced assessment methods in mathematics education. Dr. Jarvis has held significant administrative roles including Chair of Graduate Studies in Education (2011-2013) and Associate Dean (Interim) of the Bachelor of Education programs (2022-2024). He has collaborated on cross-disciplinary projects with colleagues in Geography, Computer Science, Nursing, and Physical Education.
Geoffrey L. Cohen is the James G. March Professor of Organizational Studies in Education and Business at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education, with additional appointments as Professor of Psychology and Professor (by courtesy) of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business. He is also a Faculty Affiliate at the Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) and a Member of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance. Dr. Cohen earned his Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford University in 1998 and completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Cornell University. Prior to joining Stanford, he held faculty positions at Yale University (1999-2006) and the University of Colorado, Boulder (2006-2009). Professor Cohen's research focuses on processes that shape people's sense of belonging and self-integrity, with implications for social problems in educational, workplace, and healthcare settings. He specializes in developing theory-driven interventions to address issues related to identity maintenance, stereotype threat, and social belonging. His work combines laboratory experiments, longitudinal studies, content analyses, and randomized field experiments to create solutions for social problems. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on how brief psychological interventions can produce significant and lasting effects on behavior and well-being across diverse contexts - from reducing discipline citations in schools to improving career outcomes for Black Americans and promoting health behaviors. The research spans education, healthcare, and organizational settings, with a strong emphasis on translating psychological theory into practical interventions. Professor Cohen is the author of the book 'Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides' (Norton, 2022), which explores the causes and consequences of a sense of belonging across various social contexts. As an advisor, Cohen mentors numerous doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars, including Xingyu Li, Kevin Chi, Joseph Moore, and others. He teaches courses such as 'Advanced Topics in Research on Self and Stigma,' 'Research Methods in Social Psychology,' and 'The Social Psychology of Belonging.' His lab conducts field experiments examining how identity threats affect performance and well-being, with particular attention to underrepresented groups. Current projects explore interventions to create more inclusive spaces in educational and professional settings.
David Karger is a Professor of Computer Science at MIT, affiliated with the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). He holds a B.A. from Harvard University and a Ph.D. from Stanford University. His research spans algorithms, information retrieval, human-computer interaction, and theory of computation. He leads the Haystack group, focusing on information management systems and collaborative tools. Notable contributions include the Scatter/Gather browsing system, the Mavo web application framework, and projects like Wikum and Squadbox for online collaboration and harassment prevention. Education: A.B. Summa cum Laude in Computer Science, Harvard University (1989) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Stanford University (1994) Research Interests: Karger’s work integrates algorithmic theory with practical systems, emphasizing human-centered design. Current projects address misinformation detection, social interaction systems, and educational tools. His research bridges theoretical computer science and applied domains such as web technologies and healthcare informatics. Awards: ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award (1994) Mathematical Programming Society Tucker Prize (1997) National Academy of Sciences Award for Initiative in Research (2004) Advising & Grants: Karger has advised over 30 students, many of whom have gone on to leadership roles in academia and industry. His work has been supported by grants from the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing and collaborations with companies like Akamai and Google. Labs & Teams: He leads the Haystack Group within CSAIL, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on projects such as Mavo, Wikum, and Eyebrowse. His research also intersects with the Theory of Computation and Algorithms groups at MIT.
