Experts and Thought Leaders in Political Science and International Relations
Tyler Ransom
Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Oklahoma
Education
Duke University
PhD, Economics / May, 2015
Brigham Young University
B.A., Economics / May, 2009
Experience
University of Oklahoma
Assistant Professor / August, 2017 — July, 2022
Associate Professor of Economics / August, 2022 — Present
Duke University
Postdoctoral Associate / July, 2015 — June, 2017
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15 total publications
Instrumental variables estimation: Assumptions, pitfalls, and guidelines
The Leadership Quarterly / Feb 01, 2023
Bastardoz, N., Matthews, M. J., Sajons, G. B., Ransom, T., Kelemen, T. K., & Matthews, S. H. (2023). Instrumental variables estimation: Assumptions, pitfalls, and guidelines. The Leadership Quarterly, 34(1), 101673. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.leaqua.2022.101673
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Dr.Umud Shokri
Senior Visiting Fellow
Education
Yalova University
PhD, international relations / December, 2019
Experience
Wikistrat
senior analyst / February, 2016 — June, 2033
George Mason University
Visiting Research Scholar / February, 2019 — Present
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Other Research Expertise (9)
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21 total publications
Iran's Transition to Renewable Energy: Challenges and Opportunities
Middle East Policy / Jun 01, 2019
Kalehsar, O. S. (2019). Iran’s Transition to Renewable Energy: Challenges and Opportunities. Middle East Policy, 26(2), 62–71. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/mepo.12421
Iran‐Azerbaijan Energy Relations in the Post‐Sanctions Era
Middle East Policy / Mar 01, 2016
Shokri Kalehsar, O. (2016). Iran‐Azerbaijan Energy Relations in the Post‐Sanctions Era. Middle East Policy, 23(1), 136–143. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/mepo.12180
The Future of Iran‐Russia Energy Relations Post‐Sanctions
Middle East Policy / Sep 01, 2017
Kalehsar, O. S., & Telli, A. (2017). The Future of Iran‐Russia Energy Relations Post‐Sanctions. Middle East Policy, 24(3), 163–170. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/mepo.12297
The Geopolitics of U.S. Energy Sanctions Against Iran
Middle East Policy / Jun 01, 2020
Kalehsar, O. S. (2020). The Geopolitics of U.S. Energy Sanctions Against Iran. Middle East Policy, 27(2), 108–119. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/mepo.12498
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Frank Shu
Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational psychology with several publications and presentations in fields regarding personality, cultural intelligence, expatriate adjustment, and team/social network behavior. .
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology
M.S. and Ph.D (ABD) Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Lewis College of Human Sciences
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Economics & B.A. Psychology / May, 2012
Experience
Illinois Institute of Technology
Adjunct Instructor / August, 2018 — December, 2023
o Teacher and researcher in the application of psychology in research, work, and life. o Courses: Introduction to Industrial-Organizational (IO) Psychology, Introduction to Leadership Concepts and Practices, and Organizational Psychology & Behavior
Teaching Assistant / August, 2015 — June, 2018
o Assisted in course development, instruction, and evaluation. o Lead statistics and analytics course instruction in SPSS and R/Rstudio. o Courses: Leadership Theories, Organizational Psychology, Statistics I, Statistics II, and Research Methods & Practices.
Lockton Companies
Lead Talent & Culture Analyst / August, 2020 — June, 2022
o Lead analyst and researcher for people analytics projects, managing several teams of analysts, consultants, and subject matter experts (SME). Acted as an SME and consultant to clients on solutions, practices, & vendor options for talent management needs. o Lead survey developer and analyst. Developed national annual survey of employees/managers on HR trends, practices, and the employee experience. o Created insights, dashboards, trend analytics, and data driven solutions for HR/business leaders. o Organized and facilitated professional speaking and networking events across the country. o Engaged in quantitative/qualitative research and data analysis into organizational development, effectiveness, and workforce management. o Designed and executed surveys for market research, DEI, and employee experience programs.
Center for Research & Service
Behavioral Assessor / February, 2017 — May, 2020
o Behavioral assessor for high stakes assessment center candidates. Provided performance feedback, coaching, and evaluation of incoming candidates.
Supervisor & Training Coordinator / October, 2018 — March, 2019
o Developed and implemented on-boarding and training for the implementation of dozens of standardized tests, procedural guidelines, and safety procedures. o Developed system of evaluating training transfer, performance management, and employee learning & development pathways. o Managed multiple teams during fast-paced and high stakes environments. o Implemented employee listening initiatives through surveys, focus groups, and town halls. Developed custom talent assessments for the purpose of hiring, development, and feedback initiatives.
Associate Consultant (Project Lead) / August, 2016 — November, 2018
o Developed, managed, and evaluated engagement surveys, performance appraisal systems, selection/assessment tools, and conducted organizational research for various industries & roles. o Developed competency models for succession planning, learning & development, and performance appraisal systems. Created assessment for leadership based on employee listening programs and surveys. o Conducted DEI analytics for multiple clients and implemented organizational practices to monitor and assess DEI perceptions, implementation, and continuously improve DEI through employee listening programs. o Project lead for 60+ employees, implementing testing for over 15,000 students with high stakes selective enrollment tests. Role involved maintaining client relations, ensuring quality of assessment practices, and implementing/creating HR functions (i.e., training, interviewing/onboarding, performance feedback, data analysis, and report/incident management).
Administrative Staff & Examiner / September, 2014 — March, 2016
o Engaged in test proctoring, data management/analysis, and administering standardized assessments to individual and group test settings. o Evaluated effectiveness of assessments and engaged in validation and continuous improvement initiatives. o Administered surveys to clients and staff to understand and make changes based on the employee experience.
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Other Research Expertise (3)
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4 total publications
Social support perceptions, network characteristics, and international student adjustment
International Journal of Intercultural Relations / Jan 01, 2020
Shu, F., Ahmed, S. F., Pickett, M. L., Ayman, R., & McAbee, S. T. (2020). Social support perceptions, network characteristics, and international student adjustment. International Journal of Intercultural Relations, 74, 136–148. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijintrel.2019.11.002
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Sasha Zhou, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor in Public Health
Education
University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
Ph.D., Health Services Organization and Policy / August, 2020
University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
MPH, MHSA, Health Behavior & Health Education; Health Management & Policy / May, 2013
University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
BS, Psychology / April, 2004
Experience
Wayne State University
Assistant Professor / August, 2020 — Present
Department of Public Health
Affiliate Faculty / August, 2022 — Present
Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute for Child & Family Development
The Healthy Minds Network
Co-investigator / August, 2020 — Present
Data & Analysis Manager / August, 2017 — August, 2020
Research Associate / August, 2013 — August, 2017
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Other Research Expertise (13)
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46 total publications
An Application of the Minority Stress Model in a Non-Western Context: Discrimination and Mental Health Among Sexual and Gender Minorities in Macedonia
Sexuality Research and Social Policy / Sep 09, 2017
Stojanovski, K., Zhou, S., King, E., Gjorgjiovska, J., & Mihajlov, A. (2017). An Application of the Minority Stress Model in a Non-Western Context: Discrimination and Mental Health Among Sexual and Gender Minorities in Macedonia. Sexuality Research and Social Policy, 15(3), 367–376. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13178-017-0299-4
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Dr. Wolfgang Messner
Professor in International Business with expertise in Data Analytics and Machine Learning
Education
University of Kassel
Dr. rer. pol., Economics and social sciences / 2004
University of Wales
M.B.A., Financial management / 1998
Technical University Munich
B.Sc. & M.Sc. (Dipl.-Inform. Univ.), Computer science; artificial intelligence; computer graphics / 1995
Experience
University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business | Columbia, SC, USA
Clinical Professor of International Business / 2016 — Present
• Developed novel algorithms for eXplainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI). Leveraged machine learning and deep learning techniques to address research questions in international business and marketing • Utilized advanced statistical approaches to assess cultural diversity and differences across regions and populations • Investigated variations in the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public health systems and consumer behavior • Taught under- and postgraduate courses in the #1-ranked international business department, as recognized by US News & World Report. Courses include data analytics, management consulting, and intercultural team management • Engaged in collaborative student consulting projects with companies such as Positec, SC SBDC, Seabin Australia, Thomson Reuters, UPS Global Supply Chain Solutions (Data & Innovation), and UPS International
MYRA School of Business | Mysore, India
Professor of International Management / 2013 — 2016
• Analyzed cultural differences in consumer behavior with a focus on the effectiveness of marketing strategies • Formulated strategic initiatives for conducting business in emerging markets • Taught postgraduate courses on customer service, business case analysis, and international business
GloBus Research | London, UK & Bangalore, India
Co-founder & Director / 2011 — 2017
• Developed customized learning solutions for executives • Created assessment tools to evaluate intercultural communication competence and team effectiveness • Led the design and delivery of the India module within the prestigious Leadership Excellence Program offered collaboratively by WHU, IDG, and DXC Technology
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65 total publications
The contribution of subjective measures to the quantification of social progress
International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy / Apr 11, 2016
Messner, W. (2016). The contribution of subjective measures to the quantification of social progress: Evidence from Europe and Israel. International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, 36(3/4), 258–268. https://doi.org/10.1108/ijssp-06-2015-0060
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Dr. H. Colleen Sinclair
Research Professor overseeing multiple applied research grants with experience in wide array of topics (e.g., destructive leadership, interdisciplinary teams, DEIA)
Education
University of Minnesota
PhD, Psychology / May, 2004
University of Colorado Boulder
BA, Psychology, English, and Women's Studies / May, 1996
Experience
Louisiana State University
Research Professor / July, 2022 — Present
Mississippi State University
Assistant and Associate Professor / July, 2005 — August, 2022
University of Missouri
Visiting Assistant Professor / July, 2003 — June, 2005
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33 total publications
Revisiting the Romeo and Juliet Effect ()
Social Psychology / May 01, 2014
Sinclair, H. C., Hood, K. B., & Wright, B. L. (2014). Revisiting the Romeo and Juliet Effect (): Reexamining the Links Between Social Network Opinions and Romantic Relationship Outcomes. Social Psychology, 45(3), 170–178. https://doi.org/10.1027/1864-9335/a000181
Commentary and Rejoinder on
Social Psychology / May 01, 2014
Driscoll, R., Wright, B. L., Colleen Sinclair, H., & Hood, K. B. (2014). Commentary and Rejoinder on. Social Psychology, 45(4), 312–314. https://doi.org/10.1027/1864-9335/a000203
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YingFei Héliot
Faith identity and working in the NHS
Education
University of Surrey
Ph.D
University of Surrey
MBA
The Open University
BSc, Psychology
Experience
University of Surrey
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19 total publications
When Values and Ethics of Care Conflict: A Lived Experience in the Roman Catholic Church
Work, Employment and Society / Mar 12, 2021
Zigan, K., Héliot, Y. G., & Le Grys, A. (2021). When Values and Ethics of Care Conflict: A Lived Experience in the Roman Catholic Church. Work, Employment and Society, 095001702199055. https://doi.org/10.1177/0950017021990552
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Julie Klinger
Assistant Professor of Geography at University of Delaware
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Ph.D., Geography / 2015
Sarah Lawrence College
B.A., International Relations, Politic Geography / 2006
Certificate, Professional Training, China Studies, International Politics / 2007
Experience
University of Delaware
Assistant Professor of Geography / January, 2020 — Present
Boston University Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies
Assistant Professor of International Relations / June, 2015 — December, 2019
UC Berkeley
PhD Candidate / 2012 — 2015
PhD Student / 2009 — 2012
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Other Research Expertise (1)
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8 total publications
Environmental Geopolitics and Outer Space
Geopolitics / Mar 20, 2019
Klinger, J. M. (2019). Environmental Geopolitics and Outer Space. Geopolitics, 26(3), 666–703. https://doi.org/10.1080/14650045.2019.1590340
Environment, development, and security politics in the production of Belt and Road spaces
Territory, Politics, Governance / Mar 24, 2019
Klinger, J. M. (2019). Environment, development, and security politics in the production of Belt and Road spaces. Territory, Politics, Governance, 8(5), 657–675. https://doi.org/10.1080/21622671.2019.1582358
New geographies of development: grounding China’s global integration
Territory, Politics, Governance / Jan 02, 2019
Klinger, J. M., & Muldavin, J. S. S. (2019). New geographies of development: grounding China’s global integration. Territory, Politics, Governance, 7(1), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.1080/21622671.2018.1559757
Rescaling China-Brazil Investment Relations in the Strategic Minerals Sector
Journal of Chinese Political Science / Sep 01, 2015
Klinger, J. M. (2015). Rescaling China-Brazil Investment Relations in the Strategic Minerals Sector. Journal of Chinese Political Science, 20(3), 227–242. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11366-015-9359-x
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Joel T. Nadler
Former Professor of Psychology, SIUE: Senior Consultant PDRI
Education
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Ph.D., Applied (Industrial / Organizational) Psychology / August, 2010
Experience
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Professor: Director I/O Masters Program / August, 2010 — August, 2022
AON Assessment Solutions
Senior Consultant / July, 2022 — March, 2024
PDRI
Senior Consultant / April, 2024 — Present
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Other Research Expertise (18)
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47 total publications
The Influence of Cultural Empathy and Gender on Perceptions of Diversity Programs
Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies / Apr 02, 2009
Cundiff, N. L., Nadler, J. T., & Swan, A. (2009). The Influence of Cultural Empathy and Gender on Perceptions of Diversity Programs. Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies, 16(1), 97–110. https://doi.org/10.1177/1548051809334193
Situating Sexual Harassment in the Broader Context of Interpersonal Violence: Research, Theory, and Policy Implications
Social Issues and Policy Review / Mar 01, 2012
Stockdale, M. S., & Nadler, J. T. (2012). Situating Sexual Harassment in the Broader Context of Interpersonal Violence: Research, Theory, and Policy Implications. Social Issues and Policy Review, 6(1), 148–176. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1751-2409.2011.01038.x
Familiarity and sex based stereotypes on instant impressions of male and female faculty
Social Psychology of Education / Apr 19, 2013
Nadler, J. T., Berry, S. A., & Stockdale, M. S. (2013). Familiarity and sex based stereotypes on instant impressions of male and female faculty. Social Psychology of Education, 16(3), 517–539. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11218-013-9217-7
Don't Ask, Don't Tell and Other LGB Civil Rights Issues: Effects of Terminology on Public Opinion
Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services / Oct 01, 2012
Nadler, J. T., Will, K., Lowery, M. R., & Smith, K. (2012). Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell and Other LGB Civil Rights Issues: Effects of Terminology on Public Opinion. Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services, 24(4), 331–345. https://doi.org/10.1080/10538720.2012.722504
Applied Research Consultants (ARC)
American Journal of Evaluation / Nov 10, 2009
Nadler, J. T., & Cundiff, N. L. (2009). Applied Research Consultants (ARC): A Vertical Practicum Model of Training Applied Research. American Journal of Evaluation, 30(4), 592–602. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098214009345006
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Laura Giurge
Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics and Researcher at the Wellness Research Centre
Education
Cornell University
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Management and Organizations / 2019
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Ph.D., Management and Organizational Behavior / 2017
University of Groningen
Masters, Human Resource Management / 2011
Experience
The London School of Economics and Political Science
Assistant Professor of Behaviour Science / November, 2021 — Present
London Business School
Postdoctoral Research Fellow / September, 2019 — August, 2021
Cornell University
Postdoctoral Research Associate / December, 2017 — July, 2019
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12 total publications
Does power corrupt the mind? The influence of power on moral reasoning and self-interested behavior
The Leadership Quarterly / Aug 01, 2021
Giurge, L. M., van Dijke, M., Zheng, M. X., & De Cremer, D. (2021). Does power corrupt the mind? The influence of power on moral reasoning and self-interested behavior. The Leadership Quarterly, 32(4), 101288. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.leaqua.2019.03.003
Moral credentials and the 2020 democratic presidential primary: No evidence that endorsing female candidates licenses people to favor men
Journal of Experimental Social Psychology / Jul 01, 2021
Giurge, L. M., Lin, E. H.-L., & Effron, D. A. (2021). Moral credentials and the 2020 democratic presidential primary: No evidence that endorsing female candidates licenses people to favor men. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 95, 104144. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jesp.2021.104144
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Samuel Ojima Adejoh
University of Lagos
Education
Ph.D., Social sciences (Sociology) / January, 2009
Experience
University of Lagos
Lecturer/Dr. / January, 2009 — Present
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Other Research Expertise (23)
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55 total publications
Violent victimisation in Lagos metropolis: An empirical investigation of community and personal predictors
International Review of Victimology / Jul 14, 2021
Adisa, W. B., Alabi, T. A., Ayodele, J., Attoh, F., & Adejoh, S. O. (2021). Violent victimisation in Lagos metropolis: An empirical investigation of community and personal predictors. International Review of Victimology, 28(1), 69–91. https://doi.org/10.1177/02697580211027987
Ageing in displacement and gaps in support: support for older people in protracted displacement in New-Kuchingoro IDP camp, Abuja, Nigeria
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care / Jul 27, 2023
Ekoh, P. C., O. Okoye, U., Agbawodikeizu, P. U., George, E. O., & Ejimkaraonye, C. (2023). Ageing in displacement and gaps in support: support for older people in protracted displacement in New-Kuchingoro IDP camp, Abuja, Nigeria. International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care, 19(3/4), 186–199. https://doi.org/10.1108/ijmhsc-05-2021-0048
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Sutirtha Bagchi
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
University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
M.A., Economics / August, 2013
Purdue University West Lafayette
MBA, General Management / May, 2006
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.
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24 total publications
Wealth inequality and democracy
Public Choice / Jul 05, 2023
Bagchi, S., & Fagerstrom, M. J. (2023). Wealth inequality and democracy. Public Choice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11127-023-01082-9
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- international relations (7 public profiles)
- international law (6 public profiles)
- international business (4 public profiles)
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