Jesita Ajani

DPhil Public Policy, 2024

I am Indonesian and currently a DPhil student in public policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford University.

My research focuses on labor and behavioral economics within the context of developing countries. I am particularly interested in how norms affect female labor force participation in developing economies.

Prior to joining Oxford, I was a predoc fellow at NHH FAIR, Norway. I was involved in Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) in Tanzania and Ghana, examining gender norms, attitudes, and the transition from secondary education to the labor market.

I hold a Master of Research in Economics (High Distinction) from the Paris School of Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Universitas Gadjah Mada, where I was the Valedictorian.

Contact: jesita.ajani@bsg.ox.ac.uk

Master of Business Administration, 2024

I am an incoming MBA student at Saïd Business School, originally from Germany, with a background in strategy consulting and value creation. After completing my undergraduate studies in Economics at the University of Cologne, I pursued a Master’s degree in Economics at the University of Munich, where I specialized in Behavioral Economics and Public Policy. For the past five years, I worked at Simon-Kucher in Munich, a global consultancy focusing on sales and pricing strategies.

Beyond my professional life, I am an avid hiker who enjoys exploring the Bavarian Alps and sports enthusiast. I am also passionate about mentoring first-generation students through the “Speed up, Buddy!” program, which empowers young people to achieve their academic and career goals.

At GTC, I look forward to building meaningful connections, both personally and professionally, and contributing to the diverse and dynamic community.

Contact: martin.zeller.mba24@said.oxford.edu

MSc Social Science of the Internet, 2024

Hi! I’m Jenna, and I will be pursuing an MSc in Social Science of the Internet at the Oxford Internet Institute. Prior to joining the OII, I studied Psychology with a minor in Communication at the University of Ottawa and worked in public affairs for the Government of Canada. I’m looking forward to exploring the ways digital technologies like AI and social media can affect human behaviour and social relationships.

In my free time, I enjoy yoga, films/TV, reading, and playing games with friends. I am very excited to be joining the GTC community this fall!

Contact: jenna.lteif@gtc.ox.ac.uk

MSc Nature, Society and Environmental Governance, 2024

Zeng is currently pursuing an MSc in Nature, Society and Environmental Governance at Oxford, building on a strong foundation in environmental studies during her undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. Graduated with a major in Urban Forestry and a minor in Landscape and Recreation Planning, Zeng has cultivated a deep passion for sustainability and the vital connection between people and nature. Her academic journey reflects a commitment to revitalizing urban areas through the integration of greenery, trees,and urban forests.
Zeng’s research interests are diverse, spanning from the study of leaf phenology across Europe and North America to exploring human-wildlife interactions in Eastern Africa. This breadth of inquiry underscores her dedication to understanding and enhancing the relationship between natural and urban environments. Prior to joining Oxford, Zeng worked as an environmental educator with various nature schools and NPOs across Canada, where she played a key role in fostering environmental awareness and stewardship among youth groups. Zeng also managed and led volunteers in invasive species removal and habitat restoration, further contributing to the preservation of local ecosystems.
Through her work, Zeng aspires to deepen and strengthen the connection between people and nature, ensuring that future urban developments are both sustainable and harmonious with the natural world. She is excited to join Green Templeton College and connect with everyone. Feel free to reach out at alinazengziyun@yahoo.com!

MSc Environmental Change and Management
2024

Theo joins Green Templeton as a Joan Doll Scholar, pursuing an MSc in Environmental Change and Management. He holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, and an MA in Development Studies. Before coming to Oxford, Theo worked for the UN Environment Programme, supporting Global Environment Facility (GEF)-funded programmes on chemicals and waste.

Theo’s research interests include climate adaptation in humanitarian contexts (e.g., adaptive social protection), strategic foresight, environmental governance and climate justice.

In his spare time, he serves as a board member for MoMark, a mental health charity in London, and as a host for The New Normal, a charity providing peer support to bereaved adults. He also runs his own podcast, Life After, where he speaks to young adults about their experiences with grief.

Get in contact with Theo at: theo.silberston@gtc.ox.ac.uk

MSc Clinical Trials, 2024

As a trained nephrologist in both Sweden and China, Dr Guobin Su is dedicated to improving care and providing the best practice for patients with kidney disease. He is now a nephrologist and associate professor in research, in the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, China. He is also an affiliated researcher at the Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet. He is a recipient of the European Renal Association (ERA)-ERAC fellowship, ERA Young fellowship, ‘Outstanding Young talent’ by Guangdong Provincial Association of Integrated Western and Chinese Medicine, China.

Dr Su graduated as M.D. and best-graduating student in 2011 (University of Guangzhou University of Chinese, China) and obtained his Ph.D. degree in clinical epidemiology and global public health in 2019 (Karolinska Institutet, Sweden). At Oxford, he is studying for the MSc in Clinical Trials at the Nuffield Department of Population Health.

His research interest includes healthy lifestyle and medicine (including Chinese medicine) for better kidney health, the disease burden and management of interaction between infection (including urinary tract infection) and kidney disease, with application of big data and artificial intelligence technology. His research has been supported by ERA, National Science Foundation of China, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and The Karolinska Institutet’s research grants.

Dr. Su has published over 40 original articles and reviews in top journals including Nat Rev Nephro (IF:42.439), Cochrane Sys Rev Db (IF:12.008)、J Am Soc Nephrol (IF: 14.978), Am J Kidney Dis (IF: 13.7), Clin J Am Soc Nephrol (IF:10.614), Nephro Dial Transpl (IF: 7.8), etc. He also authored a book chapter ‘Infection in CKD’ in ‘Evidence-based Nephrology’ (2rd edition, Wiley Blackwell, 2019).

He currently serves as an editorial fellow in Nephro Dial Transpl and reviewers for Can Med Assoc J、J Intern Med、J Am Soc Nephrol、Am J Kidney Dis、Clin J Am Soc Nephro、Phytomedicine, etc.