Dr. Wu Shimin Shines at the INSOL ERA Presentation Competition 2023

In a remarkable display of academic prowess and expertise in the field of bankruptcy proceedings, Dr. Wu Shimin, a post-doctoral fellow at the EW Barker Centre for Law & Business, made waves by winning the first runner-up prize at the INSOL Early Researcher Academics (ERA) Presentation Competition 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. This competition was organised by INSOL, a world-wide federation of national associations of accountants and lawyers who specialise in turnaround and insolvency. The INSOL ERA Presentation Competition provides a platform for early career researchers to present their work, share their findings, and engage with seasoned professionals in the industry.

Dr. Wu’s presentation, titled “Examination and Reconstruction of Denial of the Executory Contract in Bankruptcy Proceedings in China,” captivated the judges and fellow participants alike. Her in-depth analysis and insights into this complex and crucial aspect of bankruptcy proceedings in China showcased her expertise and dedication to the field. Dr. Wu’s exceptional research not only shed light on the intricacies of bankruptcy proceedings but also offered potential solutions to challenges faced by practitioners in the field.

Dr. Wu’s journey to becoming the first runner-up at this prestigious competition was a testament to her commitment to research and the support she received from the EW Barker Centre for Law & Business, a renowned institution for legal and business studies. Her success underscores the importance of academic institutions in nurturing talent and facilitating groundbreaking research in areas critical to the global financial system. We congratulate Dr. Wu Shimin on her remarkable achievement and eagerly anticipate the impact of her future contributions to the field of insolvency and bankruptcy.

(Standing from left to right): Professor G. Ray Warner, Professor of Law, St John’s University School of Law & Chair of the INSOL International Academics Group, Dr Wu Shimin, Post-Doctoral fellow at the EW Barker Centre for Law & Business at NUS Law, Ms. Adi Marcovich Gross, J.S.D Candidate at Columbia Law School, Mr. Sumant Batra, President of Insolvency Law Academy & Visiting Professor, National Law University Delhi.