Work with thought leaders and academic experts in public policy

Companies can benefit from working with academic researchers in public policy in several ways. Firstly, these experts can provide valuable insights and analysis on policy issues that may impact the company's operations. They can also help in conducting research and data analysis to inform decision-making processes. Additionally, academic researchers can offer innovative solutions to complex problems by applying their knowledge and expertise in public policy. They can assist in developing and evaluating public policy initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and identifying potential risks and opportunities. Lastly, collaborating with academic researchers can enhance the company's reputation and credibility by demonstrating a commitment to evidence-based decision-making and social responsibility.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in public policy include Christos Makridis, Kostadin Kushlev, Alison Craig, Ph.D., John Domino, Jim Samuel, Sutirtha Bagchi, Martin Brauch, Nathan J. Cook, Scott Baker, Catherine Tucker, Konstantinos Tsavdaridis, Mark Ryan, and Wesley R. Hartmann.

Christos Makridis

Nashville, TN
10 Years Experience
Web3 and Labor Economist in Academia, Entrepreneurship, and Policy
Education

Stanford University

Dual Ph.D., Economics and Management Science & Engineering / June, 2018

Stanford, California, United States of America

Arizona State University

B.S., Economics and Mathematics / May, 2012

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University

Digital Fellow / August, 2020 — Present

Department of Veterans Affairs

Senior Adviser, National AI Institute / January, 2020 — Present

Columbia Business School

Adjunct Associate Research Scholar / February, 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (16)
Finance
Economics and Econometrics
Accounting
Pharmacology (medical)
Law
And 11 more
About
Christos A. Makridis holds academic appointments at Columbia Business School, Stanford University, Baylor University, University of Nicosia, and Arizona State University. He is also an adjunct scholar at the Manhattan Institute, senior adviser at Gallup, and senior adviser at the National AI Institute in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Christos is the CEO/co-founder of [Dainamic](https://www.dainamic.ai/), a technology startup working to democratize the use and application of data science and AI techniques for small and mid sized organizations, and CTO/co-founder of [Living Opera](https://www.livingopera.org/), a web3 startup working to bridge classical music and blockchain technologies. Christos previously served on the White House Council of Economic Advisers managing the cybersecurity, technology, and space activities, as a Non-resident Fellow at the Cyber Security Project in the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, as a Digital Fellow at the Initiative at the Digital Economy in the MIT Sloan School of Management, a a Non-resident Research Scientist at Datacamp, and as a Visiting Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Christos’ primary academic research focuses on labor economics, the digital economy, and personal finance and well-being. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed research papers in academic journals and over 170 news articles in the press. Christos earned a Bachelor’s in Economics and Minor in Mathematics at Arizona State University, as well a dual Masters and PhDs in Economics and Management Science & Engineering at Stanford University.

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Kostadin Kushlev

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
13 Years Experience
My research focuses on interventions to improve well-being by promoting better digital habits.
Education

University of British Columbia

PhD, Psychology / August, 2015

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2008

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

University of Virginia

Research Scientist / August, 2015 — August, 2018

Research Expertise (4)
Social Psychology
Communication
Applied Psychology
Human-Computer Interaction
About
I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com

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Alison Craig, Ph.D.

Austin, Texas, United States of America
23 Years Experience
Assistant Professor of political science at the University of Texas at Austin with publications on legislative politics and the policy process
Education

The Ohio State University

Ph.D., Political Science / August, 2017

Columbus, Ohio, United States of America

The Ohio State University

M.A., Political Science / May, 2014

Columbus, Ohio, United States of America
Experience

University of Texas at Austin

Assistant Professor / August, 2017 — Present

Assistant Professor in the Government Department with specializations in American politics, political methodology, and public policy

U.S. House of Representatives

Field Representative / January, 2007 — July, 2012

Personal staff in the district office of a member of Congress

Legislative Assistant / May, 2002 — 2006

Personal staff in the Washington, DC office of a member of Congress

Staff Assistant / August, 2001 — April, 2002

Personal staff in the Washington, DC office of a member of Congress

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Public Policy
Other Research Expertise (11)
American Politics
Political Methodology
Political Institutions
Legislative Politics
Network Analysis
And 6 more
About
Dr. Alison Craig is an accomplished political scientist with a Ph.D. in political science from The Ohio State University. Dr. Craig's academic research focuses on legislative politics and the policy process, with an emphasis on how politicians' relationships, messaging, and prioritization contribute to their success. She is the author of *The Collaborative Congress: Reaching Common Ground in a Polarized House*, published with Cambridge University Press, and multiple peer-reviewed articles in top political science journals. She also has eleven years of experience working for members of the U.S. House of Representatives, where she gained firsthand experience in the political process. Dr. Craig's expertise in political science and her experience in government make her a valuable asset in analyzing and understanding the complexities of American politics. She is committed to using her knowledge and skills to contribute to the advancement of political discourse and policymaking in the United States.

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John Domino

The Woodlands, Texas, United States of America
20 Years Experience
Sam Houston State University
Education

Miami University

PhD, Political Science/Public law

Oxford, Ohio, United States of America

Eastern Kentucky University

Masters of Political Science

Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America

Florida Atlantic University

BA, Political Science

Boca Raton, Florida, United States of America
Experience

Sam Houston State University

Professor

Writer

Most Relevant Research Expertise
public policy
Other Research Expertise (9)
constitutional law
civil rights & liberties
judicial politics
Texas legal history
American politics
And 4 more
About
John C. Domino is Professor of Political Science and Legal Studies at Sam Houston State University, where he teaches constitutional law, civil rights and liberties, judicial politics, legal history, and American and Texas politics. Domino is an active freelance writer, content creator, and court administration consultant, creating content ranging from full length books, journal articles, white papers, and media articles. He is also a public speaker and quest on various podcasts. Author of full-length, peer-reviewed books: * Civil Rights & Liberties in the 21st Century (four editions). * Texas Supreme Court Justice Bob Gammage: A Jurisprudence of Rights and Liberties. * The Right to Privacy in Texas: From Common Law Origins to 21st Century Protections. His journal articles on Texas judicial politics and legal history have appeared in such journals as Justice Systems Journal, South Texas Law Review, the British Journal of American Legal Studies, and the Journal of the Texas Supreme Court Historical Society. He is one of the leading experts in state privacy law and Texas legal history. Domino received his PhD in political science/public law from Miami University. He lives in The Woodlands, Texas with his two German Shepherd dogs

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Jim Samuel

11 Years Experience
Associate Professor at Rutgers University
Education

Baruch College

PhD, Information Systems / 2007

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

Rutgers University

Associate Professor / 2021 — Present

Axivest

CIO / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (22)
Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Informatics
Machine Learning
NLP NLU NLG Behavioral Finance
And 17 more
About
Jim Samuel is an Associate Professor of Practice and Executive Director of the Informatics Program at the Bloustein School. He is an information and artificial intelligence (AI) scientist, with significant industry experience in finance, technology, entrepreneurship and data analytics. Dr. Samuel’s primary research covers human intelligence and artificial intelligences interaction and information philosophy.  Dr. Samuel’s applied research focuses on the optimal use of big data and smart data driven AI applications, textual analytics, natural language processing and artificially intelligent public opinion informatics. His expertise extends to socioeconomic implications of AI, applied machine learning, social media analytics, AI education and AI bias. Dr. Samuel completed his Ph.D. from the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College – City University of New York, and he also has M.Arch and M.B.A (International Finance) degrees.  Dr. Samuel has worked with large multinational financial services corporations, and advises businesses and organizations on data analytics and AI driven value creation strategies. He is passionate about research driven thought leadership in AI, information philosophy, analytics and informatics. 

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Sutirtha Bagchi

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States of America
12 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Economics with a rich set of experiences spanning the commercial and educational sectors. Proficient with the use of legal databases like CaseText, WestLaw, and LexisPlus.
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Ph.D., Business Economics / December, 2014

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

M.A., Economics / August, 2013

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

Purdue University West Lafayette

MBA, General Management / May, 2006

West Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America
Experience

Villanova University

Associate Professor of Economics / August, 2021 — Present

Assistant Professor of Economics / August, 2014 — August, 2021

McKinsey & Company

Associate / July, 2006 — August, 2008

Worked as an Associate with McKinsey & Company working out of their Pittsburgh office, consulting with clients primarily primarily in the consumer packaged goods and retail space.

FedEx Services

Summer Intern / June, 2005 — August, 2005

Tasked with sketching a customer profile for the Kinko's customer in light of FedEx's acquisition of Kinko's in 2004.

Research Expertise (10)
Political Economy
State and Local Public Finance
Regulation
Economics and Econometrics
Finance
And 5 more
About
Sutirtha Bagchi is an Associate Professor of Economics at Villanova University where he teaches courses in microeconomics and public economics. Dr. Bagchi has a Ph.D. in Business Economics and an M.A. in Economics from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor. He also received an MBA from Purdue University West Lafayette, in addition to a B. Tech. (With Honors) in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.

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Martin Brauch

10 Years Experience
Senior Legal and Economics Researcher, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment
Education

New York University

LLM, Law / 2010

New York, New York, United States of America

Universidade Federal de Pelotas

Bachelor, Law / 2008

Pelotas
Experience

Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment

Lead Researcher / February, 2020 — Present

International Institute for Sustainable Development

Sustainability Law Advisor / 2014 — 2020

Grupo SBS

Attorney / 2013 — 2014

Research Expertise (14)
economics
international law
international investment law
climate change
sustainable development
And 9 more
About
Martin Dietrich Brauch is a Lead Researcher at CCSI. He leads economic and legal research, training, and advisory work, with a focus on legal and policy frameworks and practices for sustainable investment to achieve climate change mitigation and adaptation goals—including through decarbonization and a just transition to net-zero emission energy systems and economies—along with other SDGs.

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Nathan J. Cook

3 Years Experience
Indiana University Indianapolis
Education

University of Colorado Boulder

Ph.D., Environmental Policy / December, 2018

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America

University of Colorado Boulder

Postdoctoral Fellowship, Behavioral Science / December, 2020

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America
Experience

Indiana University Indianapolis

Assistant Professor / January, 2021 — Present

Faculty in the area of environmental policy and sustainability.

Most Relevant Research Expertise
public policy
Other Research Expertise (16)
political science
environmental governance
international development
Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
And 11 more
About
Nathan J. Cook is an environmental policy expert with a background in behavioral science. Dr. Cook's research focuses on the intersection of environment, society, and economy, with a particular emphasis on sustainability policy. He is especially interested in analyzing policies related to climate, natural resources, and conservation from the perspective of economic and social sustainability. He uses a variety of methods and data sources, including behavioral experiments, large-scale surveys, and data science techniques. Dr. Cook received his Ph.D. in Political Science with a focus on environmental policy from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2018, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Behavioral Science in 2020, also at the University of Colorado Boulder. After completing his education, Dr. Cook joined the faculty at Indiana University Indianapolis as an Assistant Professor in the Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, a highly ranked public affairs school. To date, Dr. Cook's projects have received over $1.3 million in support from the National Science Foundation, including a [project](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2242507&HistoricalAwards=false) that is currently in force. He has published articles in top-ranked journals in the area of environment and sustainability. Among others, these journals include: [Nature Climate Change](https://www.nature.com/articles/s41558-019-0438-4) \- ranked by Clarivate as \#1 in Environmental Studies [Nature Sustainability](https://www.nature.com/articles/s41893-018-0034-z) \- ranked by Clarivate as \#2 in Environmental Studies [Ecological Economics](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0921800924000119?dgcid=author) \- ranked by Clarivate in the top quartiles in both Economics and Ecology [World Development](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0305750X16305599) \- ranked by Clarivate as \#4 in Development Studies\, and in the top quartile in Economics [Environmental Science & Policy](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1462901122003471?via%3Dihub) \- ranked by Clarivate in the top quartile in Environmental Sciences Dr. Cook is also actively involved in community engagement that translates research into action, working with local organizations and government agencies in South Asia, East Africa, and Latin America to co-produce research that is actionable for practitioners working to make a difference.

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Scott Baker

9 Years Experience
Professor of Finance - Kellogg School of Management
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Economics / 2014

Stanford, California, United States of America

University of California, Berkeley

BA, Economics / 2007

Berkeley, California, United States of America
Experience

Northwestern University

Professor of Economics / 2014 — Present

Research Expertise (8)
Finance
Household Finance
Public Finance
Macroeconomics
Economics and Econometrics
And 3 more
About
Ryan Baker is a professor of economics at Northwestern University. He received his PhD in economics from Stanford University in 2014 and his BA in economics from the University of California, Berkeley in 2007.

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Catherine Tucker

12 Years Experience
Advertising & Economics Professor at MIT
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Economics / 2005

Stanford, California, United States of America

University of Oxford

BA, Politics, Philosophy and Economics / 1999

Oxford
Experience

MIT

Professor / 2011 — Present

Research Expertise (24)
Marketing
Economics
Regulation
IT
Information Systems
And 19 more
About
Catherine Tucker is a Professor of Economics and Data Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is also a member of the MIT Sloan School of Management's faculty. She is a world-renowned expert in the fields of big data, machine learning, and consumer behavior. She has worked extensively on the use of data science to improve public policy and has been a consultant to government agencies and businesses around the world. In addition to her academic work, she is a popular speaker and has been featured in many media outlets, including The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired.

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Konstantinos Tsavdaridis

London
12 Years Experience
Full Professor of Structural Engineering, Chartered Civil and Structural Engineer
Education

City University London

PhD in Civil/Structural Engineering, Department of Engineering and Mathematics / May, 2010

London

Imperial College London

MSc (DIC) in General Structural Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering / September, 2006

London
Experience

City University of London

Professor of Structural Engineering / October, 2021 — Present

University of Leeds

Associate Professor of Structural Engineering / January, 2016 — Present

Assistant Professor in Structural Engneering / September, 2012 — December, 2015

City University

Lecturer in Civil Engineering / September, 2010 — August, 2012

Research Expertise (29)
Mechanics of Materials
Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Building and Construction
Architecture
Civil and Structural Engineering
And 24 more
About
civil engineering, steel structures, composite structures, structural engineering, design optimisation, modular buildings, nonlinear analysis

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Mark Ryan

7 Years Experience
Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research
Education

National University of Ireland, Galway

PhD, Ethics - AI / 2015

Galway

National University of Ireland, Galway

MA, Philosophy / 2010

Galway

Carlow University

BA, Philosophy / 2008

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Wageningen University and Research Wageningen Economic Research

Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research / August, 2020 — Present

He specialises in the ethics of AI, data-sharing, and robotics. In his work at Wageningen, his research gives a special attention to ethical and societal concerns of developing and implementing digital technologies

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2019 — 2020

In this position at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Dr. Barbro Fröding on the ethics of technology, specifically focusing on the ethics of artificial intelligence. As part of my role, I published several international peer-reviewed articles, attended international conferences to disseminate my work, organised internal workshops, and applied for grant funding.

University of Twente

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2018 — 2019

In my position at University of Twente, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Prof. Brey and Dr. Macnish on the prestigious and exciting 3 ½ - year international SHERPA Project that was funded through the European Union Horizon 2020 “Science with and for Society” program with a budget of 3 million euros. It had eleven participating organizations, ranging from universities to industry to human rights organizations, amongst others. The SHERPA project investigated, analyzed and synthesized our understanding of the ways in which Smart Information Systems (SIS - involving big data analytics and artificial intelligence) impact ethics and human rights issues. It developed novel ways of understanding and addressing their challenges, evaluated with stakeholders, and advocated the most desirable and sustainable solutions. My role in this project focused on the ethical evaluation of particular SIS technologies, the companies and organizations that use and implement them, and the societal implications of their widespread adoption and integration. As part of my role, I liaised with international organizations from an array of societal domains and evaluate their use of these emerging technologies.

Research Expertise (34)
Digital Ethics
Philosophy of Technology
Environmental Ethics
AI Ethics
Data Ethics
And 29 more
About
Ryan’s primary research focuses on the ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence and digital technology. He has published numerous papers on the topic, and has presented his work at various international conferences. He is also a member of the Association for Computing Machinery’s (ACM) Committee on Professional Ethics (COPE). Mark was previously a researcher at KTH University (Stockholm), the University of Twente (the Netherlands), and the National University of Ireland, Galway (Ireland). While at Twente, he worked on an interdisciplinary  project (SHERPA), involving 11 partners from 6 European countries. This project was a European Union Horizon 2020 project (2018-2021, budget €3 million) and focused on the ethical, social and human rights implications of smart information systems (data analytics and artificial intelligence) within a European context. He has published on topics, such as the ethics of smart cities, self-driving vehicles, agricultural data analytics, social robotics, and AI. In his previous research, he has also published a 2016 monograph: Human Values, Environmental Ethics and Sustainability.

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Wesley R. Hartmann

The John G. McCoy-Banc One Corporation Professor of Marketing
Education

University of California, Los Angeles

PhD, Economics / 2003

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Los Angeles

MA, Economics / 2001

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

BA, Economics & Political Science / 1996

Irvine, California, United States of America
Experience

Graduate School of Business, Stanford University

Professor

Research Expertise (12)
Marketing
Economics and Econometrics
Business and International Management
Management Science and Operations Research
Strategy and Management
And 7 more
About
Wesley R. Hartmann is a Professor at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University. He received his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2003, and his MA in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2001. He also holds a BA in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Irvine.

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Example public policy projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on public policy?

Policy Impact Assessment

An academic researcher can conduct a comprehensive assessment of the potential impact of proposed policies on the company's industry. This analysis can help the company anticipate and prepare for regulatory changes, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop effective strategies to navigate the policy landscape.

Stakeholder Engagement

Public policy researchers can assist in engaging with key stakeholders, such as government agencies, advocacy groups, and community organizations. They can help the company build relationships, understand stakeholder perspectives, and develop strategies to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Policy Evaluation

Academic researchers can evaluate the effectiveness and impact of existing public policies on the company's industry or target market. This evaluation can provide valuable insights for the company to advocate for policy changes, identify areas for improvement, and align business strategies with policy goals.

Regulatory Compliance

Collaborating with public policy experts can ensure that the company remains compliant with relevant regulations and policies. Researchers can help in interpreting complex regulations, developing compliance strategies, and monitoring policy developments to mitigate legal and reputational risks.

Policy Advocacy

Academic researchers can support the company in advocating for policy changes that align with its interests and values. They can provide evidence-based research, expert testimony, and strategic guidance to influence policy decisions and shape the regulatory environment in favor of the company's goals.