Erik Ketzan is a Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Cultural Computation at King's College London. He holds a PhD in English/Digital Humanities from Birkbeck, University of London, and has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Cologne and Trinity College Dublin, where he coordinated the MA in Digital Humanities and Culture. His research focuses on computational literary studies, legal/ethical issues in digital research, and corpus stylistics. He has published widely on topics such as Thomas Pynchon’s computational stylistics, legal frameworks for digital humanities research, and gender bias in historical texts. His work includes developing tools like Coleto for textual variant analysis and co-authoring the book *Thomas Pynchon and the Digital Humanities* (2022). Ketzan actively engages in policy advocacy, advising on copyright and data protection in DH, and has contributed to projects like CLARIN and the Leibniz Institute for the German Language. Education: PhD in English/Digital Humanities, Birkbeck, University of London Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Cologne (EncycNet Project) Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Fellow, Trinity College Dublin Research Interests: Computational approaches to literary analysis, legal challenges in data-driven research, corpus stylistics, and gender studies in historical corpora. Teaching: Courses include Python for the humanities, computational literary studies, and legal issues in digital humanities.
Dr. Anna Dubiel is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at King's Business School, King's College London. Her research focuses on the intersection of innovation and R&D management with international markets, particularly in emerging economies. She teaches a broad range of Marketing topics in postgraduate and executive programmes covering International Marketing and Digital Marketing. Dr. Dubiel obtained her PhD from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Vallendar, Germany, where she previously served as Assistant Professor of International Innovation Management. Her academic journey includes visiting researcher positions at Boston College, Judge Business School, and London Business School, as well as a Visiting College Research Associate position at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge in 2017. Her research expertise centers on Innovation Management , New Product Development , R&D Management , International Marketing , and Emerging Economies . Dr. Dubiel's work particularly examines how businesses can develop better products and services for consumers and businesses at the subsistence market ends. Her current research project focuses on 'Risk Management in Emerging Economies: A Marketing Perspective. The Context of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Insurance,' which studies how to reach buyers of complex new services in subsistence marketplaces and raise insurance literacy. Dr. Dubiel's publications reveal a consistent focus on innovation in emerging markets, with significant contributions to journals such as the Journal of Product Innovation Management, Industrial Marketing Management, Journal of Business Research, European Journal of Marketing, and International Marketing Review. Her work often explores frugal innovation, new product development strategies, and international market adaptation, demonstrating how businesses can succeed in resource-constrained environments while creating social impact. Her notable scientific achievements include: Highly Commended Paper Winner of the Journal of Indian Business Research (2014) Finalist for the Thomas P. Hustad Best Paper Award for the Journal of Product Innovation Management (2016) Academy of Marketing Teaching Excellence Award (2020) British Academy of Management Early Career Education Practice Award (2021) Finalist for the Academy of International Business Teaching Innovation Award (2021) HEA Fellowship (2019) Multiple Case Writing Competition awards from AESE Business School (2010, 2011) Dr. Dubiel has received research funding from several intramural grants as well as the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust. Her teaching methodology emphasizes practical application through managerial guest lectures and consulting projects conducted by students for real organizations. While she is not currently accepting new PhD students, her research group focuses on marketing financial services to first-time buyers in emerging markets, with evidence from Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Micro-Insurance in Kenya.
Professor T. Ryan Byerly is a faculty member in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Sheffield's School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities. He joined in Spring 2015 after completing his PhD at Baylor University and teaching at Regent University in the USA. His research focuses on Philosophy of Religion, Epistemology, and Virtue Theory, with particular attention to topics like divine foreknowledge, moral character, and religious epistemology. He currently supervises four PhD students in areas such as theistic moral arguments, moral psychology, and intellectual humility's role in social relationships. Byerly's educational background includes a PhD from Baylor University and prior academic roles at Regent University. His interdisciplinary work bridges theology, ethics, and social philosophy, with contributions to journals like Mental Health, Religion and Culture and Philosophical Studies . He serves as Series Editor for the British Society for the Philosophy of Religion book series and is affiliated with the Centre for Engaged Philosophy at the University of Sheffield. His research emphasizes the intersection of virtue ethics and religious practice, such as exploring how intellectual virtues like humility and transparency impact communal life. Byerly also investigates the philosophical implications of religious beliefs on moral behavior and well-being, including studies on how accepting divine love affects psychological health. In addition to his academic contributions, Byerly advocates for pedagogical approaches that cultivate intellectual virtues in critical thinking education. His work often addresses contemporary debates in the philosophy of religion, including free will theodicies and the ontological status of divine attributes. He actively collaborates with scholars across disciplines to advance virtue epistemology and collective moral character research.
Mauro Barelli is Professor of International Law at The City Law School, City, University of London. He holds a PhD from Cardiff University and an LLM from the University of Bristol, and has been a faculty member at City since 2009, progressing from Lecturer to Professor in 2024. He teaches Advanced Issues of International Law, International Human Rights Law, and a course on Minority and Indigenous Peoples' Rights. He has held visiting positions at the University of Cambridge (Lauterpacht Centre), Nanjing University, the University of Iceland, and the University of Trento. His research focuses on: Rights of ethno-cultural and indigenous peoples Law on the use of force Chinese perspectives on international law Soft law and normative development Minority rights and litigation His publications include four books and numerous articles in leading journals such as Journal of Conflict and Security Law , Human Rights Quarterly , and Asian Journal of International Law . His recent work analyzes China’s engagement with international law, the UK’s relationship with the ICJ, and the synchronization of biodiversity protection with indigenous rights. Key scientific recognitions include: Higher Education Academy Fellow (since 2012) He is an experienced PhD supervisor, having chaired and served on numerous doctoral committees, including as PhD Programme Director. His advisee Engin Firat is currently a research student at City. He has also served in administrative roles such as Assistant Dean (Research). His expertise has been sought by national governments, parliaments, and international NGOs. He is an active participant in international academic events, particularly through the European China Law Studies Association.
Haidy Geismar serves as Professor of Anthropology at University College London (UCL), where she is affiliated with the Department of Anthropology. She co-directs UCL's Digital Anthropology Program and is the founding director of the School for the Creative and Cultural Industries at UCL East. Geismar also serves as curator of the UCL Ethnography collections, facilitating exhibitions with community groups, students, and artists. Her institutional affiliations extend to the Tate and Victoria and Albert Museum in London, where she maintains long-term professional relationships. Geismar's research explores the intersections of intellectual and cultural property, indigenous rights, and colonial legacies with digital technologies and museum practices. Her work focuses on how digital platforms transform cultural representation, particularly in the South Pacific region including Vanuatu and New Zealand. She investigates how communities engage with digital collections, examining both the materiality of digital objects and their social implications. Her research demonstrates how indigenous knowledge systems interact with contemporary digital infrastructures to create new forms of cultural expression and preservation. Analysis of Geismar's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward examining the material dimensions of digital culture within museum and archival contexts. Her work increasingly addresses how digital technologies reshape cultural heritage practices while maintaining critical attention to postcolonial perspectives. There is a notable emphasis on sensory experiences in digital spaces, the politics of representation in digital collections, and the ways digital platforms enable or constrain indigenous knowledge systems. Geismar's professional recognition includes: Mellon Research Fellow at Tate (2019-2020) Fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute Chairperson of Te Maru o Hinemihi (since January 2024) Photography Committee member of the Royal Anthropological Institute (2016-2024) While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available materials, Geismar's sustained research projects indicate successful funding acquisition. Her long-term collaborations with the Vanuatu Cultural Centre since 2000 and with Maori curators in New Zealand since 2004 suggest significant research support. Current projects like 'Finding Photography' and 'Collecting in Context' demonstrate ongoing research activity requiring funding. Geismar has created the Culture Lab at UCL East, an experimental curatorial space designed as a collections-rich environment for innovative display and research. This facility serves as a hub for her work with the School for the Creative and Cultural Industries, which brings together academic research with creative practice. The Culture Lab hosts exhibitions like 'Power!' and facilitates collaborations between university researchers, community groups, and students, creating a dynamic space for exploring the intersection of material culture and digital technologies.
Professor Lionel Bently is the Emmanuel College Professor of Intellectual Property Law (Herchel Smith) at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Law. He holds a B.A. in Law from Cambridge (1986) and has held academic positions at King's College London and visiting roles at institutions like Columbia University and the University of Toronto. His research focuses on intellectual property law, copyright, trademark law, and legal history, with particular emphasis on historical developments and European frameworks. He directs the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Law (CIPIL) and co-founded the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property (ISHTIP). His publications include seminal works such as Intellectual Property Law (co-authored) and Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Problems Facing Freelance Creators in the UK Media Market Place . He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Cambridge Law Journal and contributes to multiple editorial boards, including the European Intellectual Property Review . Bently's work spans theoretical and practical dimensions of IP law, with a strong emphasis on historical analysis. His articles and book chapters address topics like the Berne Convention's签署, utility models in UK law, and pharmaceutical trademark limitations. He also leads initiatives such as the Primary Sources on Copyright project, digitizing historical IP materials. His professional network includes roles as Honorary Legal Advisor to the Royal Historical Society and advisory positions with UCL’s Institute of Brands and Innovation Law. Bently’s research has influenced both academic discourse and policy-making in intellectual property, reflecting his dual commitment to historical scholarship and contemporary legal challenges.
Dr Georgios Batsakis is a Reader in International Business & Economics at Brunel Business School, Brunel University London. His research and teaching focus on internationalization processes of multinational enterprises (MNEs), strategic management, and digitalization in global markets. PhD in Management Studies (2014) - Brunel Business School MSc in Business Economics (2010) - Erasmus School of Economics BSc in Business Administration (2006) - University of The Aegean, School of Business His research spans international business, examining temporal dimensions of MNE internationalization, product/geographic diversification, foreign market entry modes, and the impact of digitalization on global operations. He has published extensively in top journals like the Journal of International Business Studies and Global Strategy Journal , with recent work highlighting the intersection of digital transformation and international diversification. Scientific recognitions include Poets&Quants' Best 40-Under-40 Business School Professors in 2022 and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2019). He serves as Track-Chair for academic conferences and ad-hoc reviewer for leading journals. Advisor to pre-seed startups in Greece on business model formulation Mentor and judge in global startup competitions (e.g., VISA Innovation Program, Disrupt Greece)
Fulong Wu holds the prestigious Bartlett Chair of Planning at University College London's Bartlett School of Planning since 2011. This distinguished position has previously been held by notable figures including Sir Patrick Abercrombie, Sir William Holford, Lord Richard Llewelyn-Davies, Sir Peter Hall, and Mike Batty FRS. Professor Wu's appointment represents a significant moment for the school to redefine planning discipline in global terms for a new generation. Wu received his BSc and MSc degrees from Nanjing University and completed his PhD at the University of Hong Kong. Prior to joining UCL, he taught at the Universities of Southampton and Cardiff. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to urban planning scholarship with a specific focus on Chinese urban contexts. BSc, Nanjing University MSc, Nanjing University PhD, University of Hong Kong Professor Wu's research centers on urban development in China and its social and sustainable challenges. His work critically examines the Chinese model of urban governance, state entrepreneurialism, and the financialization of Chinese cities. He has made significant contributions to understanding migration patterns, spatial inequalities, suburbanization, neighborhood governance, and urban poverty in Chinese cities. His research provides valuable insights that challenge Western-centric planning theories while enriching global urban studies with Chinese perspectives. His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward analyzing the evolving relationship between statecraft and urban governance in China, particularly in the context of post-pandemic recovery and financialization processes. A significant portion of his recent work examines how Chinese cities manage crises, with several studies focusing on the Shanghai lockdown experience. His ERC-funded project on rethinking China's model of governance serves as an intellectual anchor for much of this research, demonstrating how Chinese urban governance represents both a distinctive model and a critical lens for understanding global urban transformations. Professor Wu's scholarly recognition includes: Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2016) ESRC 2013 Outstanding International Impact Award Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2002) British Academy Fellow As Principal Investigator of a European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant project titled 'Rethinking China's Model of Governance,' Professor Wu leads significant research funding that supports his team's work. He co-founded and coordinates the China Planning Research Group (CPRG) at UCL with Professor Fangzhu Zhang, which has become an influential research cluster generating substantial impact within and beyond the university. His mentorship extends to supervising PhD students and collaborating with early-career researchers on China-focused urban studies. The China Planning Research Group (CPRG), jointly coordinated by Professor Wu and Professor Zhang, serves as a vital hub for research on Chinese urban development. This group has produced influential work on topics including rural migrants in urban China, Chinese land and housing development, urban neighborhoods, and regional governance systems. The CPRG's research output has significant policy implications and contributes to global debates about alternative urban development models beyond neoliberal paradigms.
Raymond Boyle is a Professor of Communications (Theatre, Film & Television Studies) at the University of Glasgow, where he directs the Centre for Cultural Policy Research (CCPR). He holds a BA in Media Studies and History from the University of Ulster and an MA in Communications from Dublin City University. Previously, he taught at Glasgow Caledonian University and Stirling University before joining CCPR in 2007. His research focuses on media policy, cultural policy, and sports media, with particular attention to digital media's impact on television, sports journalism, and cultural intermediaries. Notable projects include studies of the UK Film Council, the Commonwealth Games 2014, and UEFA's Football Management programs. He has authored/co-authored books such as The Talent Industry: Television, Cultural Intermediaries and New Digital Pathways (2018) and edited volumes like Changing Sports Journalism Practice in the Age of Digital Media (2019). Boyle serves on the editorial boards of Media, Culture and Society and collaborates with institutions like UEFA. His work bridges academic research with consultancy, addressing media rights, sport governance, and public policy. Grants include AHRC-funded projects on UK film policy transitions and copyright issues in European football media rights. Teaching includes the MSc Media Management program. He has delivered keynote addresses on media digitization, sport and identity, and participated in public discussions on topics like FC Barcelona's cultural impact and Scottish media engagement.
Professor Jean K. Chalaby is a faculty member in the Department of Sociology at City, University of London . He obtained his PhD in Sociology from the London School of Economics in 1994 and joined City University London as a lecturer in 2000, serving as Head of the Sociology Department from 2012 to 2014. He has also been a visiting lecturer at the University of Geneva for 15 years. His research focuses on international communication, media globalization, transnational television networks , and the global value chain dynamics of the streaming era. He has authored influential works such as The Format Age (2017) and Transnational Television in Europe (2009), while editing collections like Transnational Television Worldwide (2005). His work critically examines the decline of European media groups against U.S. streaming giants, exploring digital policy, cultural dependency , and the uneven power dynamics in global entertainment. Recent publications analyze the streaming market , media value chains , and TV content production , emphasizing network effects , platform economies , and EU policy challenges . Despite his extensive output (over 70 single-authored publications), no scientific awards or student supervision data are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Dr. Aleksandra Jordanoska is a Senior Lecturer at King's College London's Dickson Poon School of Law, specializing in corporate law and financial regulation. She holds a PhD from Queen Mary University of London (funded by a Queen Mary Research Studentship) and an MPhil in Criminology from the University of Cambridge. Her research focuses on financial markets governance, FinTech regulation, and white-collar crime, with recent grants from the British Academy and Leverhulme Trust. She has held visiting roles at institutions like UC Berkeley and ANU. Teaching includes undergraduate Company Law and postgraduate courses on FinTech policy and financial crime regulation. Key research projects include the 'Global White-Collar Crime Survey' and studies on NFT regulatory risks. She co-chairs the Law and Society Association's Regulatory Governance Network and collaborates internationally on compliance and crime prevention initiatives. Her work employs interdisciplinary methods, including interviews with industry stakeholders and observational studies of legal proceedings. She is actively involved in funding initiatives through organizations like the ESRC and King's College London.
Christopher Brooke is a Professor of Modern European Political Thought at the University of Cambridge and Fellow/Director of Studies in Politics at Homerton College. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and has held academic positions at Oxford, Bristol, and Cambridge. His research focuses on early modern political thought, the Enlightenment, Stoicism, and the works of Rousseau. Key areas of interest include the historical interplay between classical philosophy and modern political theory, the sociological foundations of equality, and the intellectual legacy of Enlightenment thinkers. He has authored influential works such as *Philosophic Pride: Stoicism and Political Thought from Lipsius to Rousseau* and contributed to edited volumes on Rousseau's reception and educational philosophy. Education: PhD in Political Thought from Harvard University. Research highlights include explorations of Stoic influences on Grotius and Hobbes, Montesquieu’s aristocratic honor theory, and Malthus’s Rousseauist underpinnings. His work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary debates in political theory. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the POLIS Department and Homerton College, contributing to interdisciplinary research on political thought and intellectual history. His teaching and supervision cover early modern political philosophy, Enlightenment studies, and methodologies in the history of political thought.
Dr. Lachlan D. Urquhart is a Senior Lecturer in Technology Law and Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Edinburgh's School of Law. He co-directs the Scottish Research Centre for Intellectual Property and Technology Law (SCRIPT) and leads the Regulation and Design (RAD) Lab. He is a director of the Centre for Research into Information, Surveillance, and Privacy (CRISP) and contributes to the Designing Responsible NLP Centre for Doctoral Training and the Institute of Design Informatics. Education: LL.B, Hons (Edinburgh); LL.M in IT & Telecoms Law, Distinction (Strathclyde); Ph.D in Computer Science (Nottingham). Research Interests: Focus on socio-technical aspects of designing, regulating, and living with emerging information technologies, including AI ethics, IoT, data privacy, cybersecurity, and responsible innovation. Projects: Principal Investigator of the £1.2m EPSRC 'Fixing the Future: Right to Repair and Equal-IoT' project; Co-Investigator on £9.75m Responsible NLP AI CDT and £3.2m EPSRC Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Governance Node. Visiting Roles: Turing Fellow (2020-22), Research Fellow at Universitá degli Studi di Milano (2022-23), and visiting researcher at Meiji University (2014).
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Professor Katie Scott is a distinguished academic in the History of Art at The Courtauld Institute of Art since 1988. Specializing in early modern French art and architecture, her work examines the interplay between art objects, their social contexts, and material culture. She holds a BA and PhD from University College London. Her research focuses on decorative arts, intellectual property law in early modern France, and the role of replication in artistic identity. Notable projects include The Rococo Interior and a forthcoming book on copyright origins. She collaborates in interdisciplinary groups like 'Models and Modelling in Art and Science' and co-leads the Lost Property dictionary project analyzing artists' material legacies. Professor Scott serves on editorial boards for Perspective and Early Modern French Studies . Her supervision includes over a dozen PhD students researching topics like decorative plasterwork, 18th-century portraiture, and Sèvres vases. Recent work explores Edme Bouchardon’s prints and Chardin’s repetitions, bridging art theory with socio-cultural analysis.
Matthew Gandy is a Professor of Cultural and Historical Geography at the University of Cambridge and a Fellow of King’s College. He holds affiliations with the Infrastructural Geographies and Vital Geographies research groups. His work spans urban metabolism, epidemiology, critical landscape studies, and cinematic methodologies. Gandy earned a BA (First Class) from St. Catharine’s College, Cambridge, and a PhD in Geography from the London School of Economics. His research explores intersections of nature, culture, and infrastructure in cities like Mumbai, Berlin, and Lagos. Notable contributions include The Fabric of Space (2014) and Natura Urbana (2022), award-winning works analyzing urban water systems, biodiversity, and ecological constellations. He has held visiting roles at institutions including Columbia University and UCLA, and founded the UCL Urban Laboratory (2005–2011). Key honors include the AAG Meridian Award (2014), British Academy Fellowship (2016), and John Brinckerhoff Jackson Prize (2023). Gandy’s films, such as Liquid City (2007) and Natura Urbana (2017), blend documentary techniques with academic research. He is actively involved in urban biodiversity initiatives, including Hackney Biodiversity Partnership. Teaching focuses on global urbanism, cultural landscapes, and the Anthropocene. Editorial roles include co-editing The International Journal of Urban and Regional Research (2012–2018). His work addresses urban political ecologies, multispecies urbanism, and the socio-cultural dimensions of urban environments.
