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Philipp RodeView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Studies
• Transport Policy
• Urban Governance
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Dr. Philipp Rode is Executive Director of LSE Cities and Associate Professor (Education) at the London School of Economics' School of Public Policy. He leads interdisciplinary urban development research, focusing on transport, sustainability, and governance. His work spans global urban challenges, including climate policy, emergency governance, and urban transitions. Rode co-founded the Urban Age Programme and advises international organizations like UCLG and Metropolis. He holds degrees in transport systems (TU Berlin), city design (LSE), and urban governance (PhD, LSE), and has authored/co-edited influential books such as Governing Compact Cities and Shaping Cities in an Urban Age . Affiliations: LSE Cities, University of St. Gallen (Visiting Professor) Key Roles: Co-Director of LSE's MSc in Cities, Lead of Emergency Governance Initiative Global Engagement: Partnered with OECD, UNDP, World Resources Institute, and over 50 city governments Research interests center on multi-dimensional urbanization, socio-technological transitions, and governance systems. His recent work emphasizes emergency governance frameworks for cities, climate-resilient urban policies, and accessibility strategies. Rode has contributed to shaping the UN's New Urban Agenda and advised the Global Commission on the Economy and Climate. Publications span peer-reviewed journals ( Transport Policy , Environment and Planning B ) and edited volumes addressing urban sustainability, transport governance, and strategic planning. His work bridges academic insights with policy impact, emphasizing actionable frameworks for equitable and resilient cities.

David BurtonView profile

Professor

• Soil Science
• Nitrogen Cycling
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Dr. David Burton is a Professor in the Department of Plant, Food, and Environmental Sciences at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Agriculture. He serves as Director of the Centre for Sustainable Soil Management and leads initiatives in soil health, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable agricultural practices. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses in soil science, nutrient management, and climate change. Research focuses on microbial metabolism in soil, nitrogen cycling, and the environmental impacts of agricultural practices. He co-founded the Atlantic Soil Health Lab and manages the Greenhouse Gas Analysis Lab. Key affiliations include the Canadian Society of Soil Science (Fellow), Soil Conservation Council of Canada, and Fertilizer Canada's 4R Research Network. Recent work emphasizes soil's role in climate resilience, including presentations on regenerative farming and soil carbon sequestration. He collaborates with government and industry to develop climate-smart soil management policies and tools for nitrogen management optimization. Awards: Fellow of the Canadian Society of Soil Science Labs: Centre for Sustainable Soil Management, Greenhouse Gas Analysis Lab, Atlantic Soil Health Lab Grants: NSERC CREATE Climate Smart Soils

Lauren HammondView profile

Lecturer

• Children's Geographies
• Geography Education
• Geographies of Education
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Dr. Lauren Hammond serves as Lecturer in Teacher Education at the Institute for Education, Teaching and Leadership within the Moray House School of Education and Sport at the University of Edinburgh, a position she assumed in August 2022 after eight years at IOE, UCL's Faculty of Education and Society. Her academic career bridges secondary school teaching in London and Singapore with higher education expertise in geography teacher education, curriculum development, and doctoral supervision. Her educational background includes a PhD in Geography Education from University College London (2020), an MA in Geography Education from the Institute of Education (2009), a PGCE in Secondary Geography from the University of Bristol (2006), and a BA (Hons) in Geography from King's College London (2004). This foundation supports her interdisciplinary research at the intersection of children's geographies, geography education, and geographies of education. Dr. Hammond's research centers on children's rights, urban educational spaces (particularly London), and empowering young people through geography. She employs participatory methods including storytelling and mapping with youth, investigating how educational spaces reproduce social injustices and how geographical concepts illuminate educational processes. Her work critically examines geography's construction in schools and universities while exploring teacher education for complex socio-political contexts. Her recent publications reveal strong thematic continuity in children's geographies and geography education, with growing emphasis on race, climate change, and pandemic research ethics. Key trends include participatory methodologies, urban justice frameworks, and critical analyses of teacher development in volatile educational landscapes. Dr. Hammond holds significant professional recognition including: Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) She actively supervises postgraduate students and has secured competitive research funding including UCL's Centre for Teachers and Teaching Research grant (£3,500) for race and educational spaces (2023), an IOE Early Career Impact Fellowship (£1,000) on children's urban rights (2021), and seed funding for PGCE mentoring evaluation (£8,317.50, 2017). Her collaborative approach extends to organizing major conferences and leading cross-institutional networks. As deputy secretary of the RGS's Geography and Education Research Group and membership officer of the Geographies of Children, Youth and Families Research Group, she actively shapes research communities. Her leadership extends to the Geography Education Research Collective and Geographical Association's special interest groups, fostering national and international scholarly collaboration.

Johanna HeitzerView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Training and Professional Development
• Curriculum Development
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Prof. Dr. Johanna Heitzer is a University Professor for Mathematics Education at RWTH Aachen University since 2011. She leads the Teaching and Research Area of Mathematics Education within the university's mathematics department. Her office is located in Room 352 of the Kreuzherrenstraße 2 building in Aachen. She serves as co-editor of the journal 'mathematik lehren,' co-author of the 'Mathematics - New Ways' textbook series, and holds numerous committee positions including membership in the Faculty Advisory Board and Structural Commission of the Center Council. 1989: High school diploma 1989-1994: Mathematics and Physics Teacher Training at RWTH Aachen 1994-1996: Traineeship at Aachen Teacher Training College 1997: Research assistant at University of Münster 1998-2007: Mathematics and Physics teacher at Korschenbroich Gymnasium 2007-2010: Scientific assistant and doctorate at RWTH Aachen 2011-present: University Professor at RWTH Aachen Professor Heitzer's research focuses on the training and further education of mathematics teachers, development of contemporary teaching materials, applied and interdisciplinary mathematics, and the transition from school to university. Her work emphasizes concept formation, linguistic communication in mathematics, and the historical development of mathematical ideas as teaching resources. She investigates mathematics-specific learning and cognitive processes through multiple research projects including the Aachen school-university project iMPACt. Her recent scholarly output demonstrates a strong trend toward integrating digital technologies in mathematics education, particularly 3D printing and e-learning tools. She has increasingly focused on the social relevance of mathematics, exploring concepts of fairness, sustainability, and citizen empowerment through mathematical modeling. Her work bridges theoretical mathematics education with practical classroom applications, maintaining a strong connection to both historical perspectives and contemporary educational challenges. Special prize from Sparkasse Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg for best mathematics Abitur (1989) Borchers Plaque for doctoral examinations passed with distinction (2011) DMV honor as Mathemaker of the Month (2013) Brigitte Gilles Prize 2013 for the MINT-L4 Center Professor Heitzer has supervised numerous doctoral students, serving as primary or secondary advisor for at least nine PhD dissertations between 2016-2021. Her research projects include the School-University Project MathePlus Aachen (iMPACt), e-Learning 'Mathematics for Civil Engineers,' and the development of mathematics items for StudiChecks NRW. She has secured funding through the Quality Initiative for Teacher Education (both phases) and participates in the ComeIn project focused on digitalization in teacher training. Her grants consistently emphasize practical applications of mathematics education research with direct impact on classroom practice. As a founding member of the MINT-L4@RWTH center and initiator of the working group Mathematical Education for Sustainable Development, Professor Heitzer has established significant collaborative structures. She participates in the Subject Didactics Forum at the Teacher Training Center of RWTH Aachen and has served in leadership roles including Chair of the Center Council (2014-2016) and Board member of the Teacher Training Center (2014-2017). Her work connects with national and international networks through her membership in the Society for Mathematics Education (GDM), the German Association for Mathematics and Science Education (MNU), and the German Mathematical Society (DMV).

Katsumi MatsumotoView profile

Professor

• Oceanography
• Low-Temperature Geochemistry
• Carbon Cycle
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Katsumi Matsumoto is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Minnesota, specializing in oceanography and low-temperature geochemistry. His research focuses on carbon-climate feedbacks using physics-biogeochemistry coupled models of the global ocean, spanning from the late Pleistocene to future projections. Key projects include investigating phytoplankton chemical plasticity's role in the carbon cycle and analyzing dissolved organic carbon longevity in the deep ocean. He is also engaged in Lake Superior thermal bar formation studies via satellite imagery and numerical modeling. Ocean Biogeochemistry Group

• Physical Oceanography
• Marine Turbulence and Current Dynamics
• Tidal Energy and Renewable Resources
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Professor Göran Broström works at the Department of Marine Sciences at the University of Gothenburg . His research focuses on physical oceanography, marine turbulence, tidal energy systems, and biophysical processes in marine ecosystems. Current research themes include methane emissions from ocean infrastructure, turbulence in tidal flows, and wave-current interactions He utilizes advanced numerical modeling (e.g., Large Eddy Simulation, Bayesian inversion) and field observations Recent publications emphasize climate impacts (methane plumes), tidal energy innovations, and marine ecological connectivity His work appears in high-impact journals like Nature , Molecular Ecology , and Frontiers in Marine Science . Collaborative projects span oceanographic modeling, environmental monitoring, and marine renewable energy. No specific student advising information appears in the provided text.

Courtney QuinnView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sustainability Science
• Environmental Leadership
• Sustainable Farming
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Dr. Courtney Quinn is an Assistant Professor of Sustainability Science at Furman University. She joined the faculty in 2024 and has been teaching since 2013, focusing on fostering intellectually challenging yet joyful classroom environments. Her research explores leadership in sustainability, food systems, place attachment, and critical thinking development. She co-founded the Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) in 2021, a program uniting business and conservation leaders for cross-sectoral dialogue and experiential learning. Education: Ph.D. in Leadership Studies, University of Nebraska-Lincoln M.S. in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln B.A. in Environmental Policy, Drake University Dr. Quinn’s work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing sustainability futures, coupled human-natural systems, and resilience modeling. Her recent articles address topics like local food networks, pandemic-driven sustainability thinking, and climate policy implementation. The SLI program highlights her commitment to translating academic insights into actionable leadership strategies for real-world environmental challenges. Her research spans agriculture, environmental governance, and education, with a focus on fostering ethical decision-making and community engagement. She advises students on projects related to food systems, climate resilience, and farmer-land relationships.

Ji Hwan ParkView profile

Assistant Professor

• Data Visualization
• Digital Twins
• Human-AI Teaming
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Ji Hwan Park is an Assistant Professor in the School of Interactive Games and Media at RIT's Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences (GCCIS). He holds a PhD from Stony Brook University under Prof. Arie Kaufman. His research focuses on accessible data visualization, digital twins, human-AI collaboration, and VR/AR applications. Notable contributions include developing tools for ADHD-friendly visualizations and interactive protein motif identification. He has received funding from the Department of Defense for biomedical research and earned an Honorable Mention at CHI 2024. Current teaching includes courses on game design and advanced algorithms. Research activities span medical imaging analytics (e.g., CMed framework for crowd-sourced diagnostics), climate modeling through Bayesian deep learning, and creative visualization techniques like Graphoto. His work bridges technical innovation with human-centered design principles, particularly in healthcare and neurodivergent accessibility contexts.

Umberto MontanaroView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Adaptive Control
• Autonomous Systems
• Vehicle Platooning
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Dr. Umberto Montanaro is a Senior Lecturer in Autonomous Systems and Control Engineering at the University of Surrey's School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences, within the Centre for Automotive Engineering. He holds PhDs in Control Engineering (2009) and Mechanical Engineering (2016) from the University of Naples Federico II, Italy. His research focuses on adaptive control algorithms for automotive and mechatronic systems, including vehicle platooning, autonomous driving, and nonlinear control strategies. He has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and led projects like the Innovate UK-funded GPR for Localisation (2018–2019) and the EPSRC/JLR-funded CARMA initiative (2016–2021). His work spans control of multiagent systems, optimal control, and enhanced model reference adaptive control (MRAC) applications. Dr. Montanaro has supervised multiple PhD and MEng students, including co-supervision of Shilp Dixit's research on autonomous overtaking. Research Interests: Adaptive Control, Autonomous Vehicles, Vehicle Platooning, Nonlinear Systems, Model Reference Adaptive Control Grants: CARMA (EPSRC/JLR), GPR Localisation (Innovate UK) Teaching: Control and Dynamics (ENG3611), Engine Speed Control labs Labs/Teams: Active in automotive control systems and connected autonomous vehicle research

Theo HofmanView profile

Associate Professor

• Powertrain Systems
• Automotive Engineering
• Hybrid Electric Vehicles
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Theo Hofman is an Associate Professor and Program Director in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). He specializes in integrated design methods for complex engineering systems, focusing on powertrain systems for automotive, maritime, and aerospace applications. His work emphasizes computational design synthesis, machine learning, and model-based optimization. Education: Hofman holds an MSc (1999) and PhD (2007) in Mechanical Engineering from TU/e. He has held roles at Thales Cryogenics and Drivetrain Innovations before joining TU/e. He also served as an Invited Professor at ETH Zurich and Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France. Research Interests: His research spans hybrid electric vehicles, powertrain design, energy management systems, and sustainable transportation. Key areas include automated design tools, thermal management, and co-design of plant and control systems. Applications include electric trucks, ships, and aircraft. Articles Trends: His recent publications (2021–2025) emphasize electric vehicle infrastructure optimization, battery systems, and control strategies. Key themes include energy efficiency, thermal management, and co-design methodologies for automotive and mobility systems. Scientific Awards: IEEE VPPC 2024 Best Paper Award. Advising & Grants: He has supervised over 104 MSc, 14 PDEng, and 10 PhD students. Active projects include the 'Green Transport Delta' initiative (2021–2024) and Bosch Transmission collaborations. His courses include 'Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Powertrain Design' and 'Automotive Systems Engineering Project.' Labs/Teams: He leads the Group Hofman and collaborates with the MEGEVH (France) and TU/e’s EAISI Mobility initiative. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy, industry innovation, and climate action.

• Political Economy
• Environmental Economics
• Insurance Economics
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Professor Paul A. Raschky is affiliated with the Department of Economics at Monash University , where he also directs the SoDa Labs and co-founded the KASPR Datahaus PTY LTD and IP Observatory . His academic focus spans Political Economy , Environmental Economics , Insurance Economics , and Development Economics , with a specialization in natural hazards and data science applications. Education: PhD (University of Innsbruck, 2008), with a postdoctoral research visit at the Wharton School . Research: Explores intersections of disaster risk , governance , and economic development , leveraging machine learning and big data . Recent Publications: Focus on generative AI productivity , ethnic favoritism , disaster insurance , and conflict economics . Awards: Recipient of the ABDC Award for Innovation and Excellence in Research (2022) and Dean’s Excellence in Research Award (2016) . Projects: Leads initiatives on internet suppression in Myanmar , news media availability , and AI-driven policy insights in South-East Asia and the Pacific. Future Work: Will be on sabbatical in 2025 , likely expanding on AI applications and disaster resilience .

Maarten KroesenView profile

Associate Professor

• Travel Behavior
• Sustainable Transport
• Quantitative Research Methods
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Maarten Kroesen is an Associate Professor in the Transport and Logistics group at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management. His research focuses on travel behavior analysis, sustainable transport, and quantitative methods. He earned his PhD cum laude in 2011 with work on aircraft noise annoyance and has since shifted to mobility patterns and policy analysis. Kroesen teaches courses on statistics, data analysis, and travel behavior research, and has received multiple awards including the Best Teacher of the Year (2016) and Henk Sol Award (2011). His work bridges behavioral theory with policy implications, emphasizing longitudinal panel data methods. Education: PhD (cum laude) in Transport Policy and Management (TU Delft, 2011), MSc in Systems Engineering (TU Delft) Research Interests: Travel behavior dynamics, sustainable mobility transitions, latent class models, accessibility disparities Awards: Over six major accolades, including best thesis and innovation awards Expertise: Policy advising on aviation, transport equity, and behavioral modeling Recent work explores emerging time-use patterns, zero-emission flight impacts, and bidirectional effects between accessibility and travel behavior. He actively contributes to Dutch policy discussions on aviation and transport infrastructure.

Mary Lou ZeemanView profile

Professor

• Geometric Dynamical Systems
• Mathematical Biology
• Population Dynamics
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Mary Lou Zeeman is the R. Wells Johnson Professor of Mathematics at Bowdoin College, specializing in geometric dynamical systems, mathematical biology, and climate modeling. Her work bridges theoretical mathematics with real-world applications in ecology, sustainability, and neuroendocrinology. Education: PhD in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley; MA and BA in Mathematics from the University of Oxford. Research focuses on population dynamics, resilience in ecosystems, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability. She co-leads initiatives like the Mathematics and Climate Research Network (MCRN) and contributed to the Mathematics of Planet Earth (MPE) 2013 initiative. Her teaching includes Biomathematics (MATH 1758/BIOL 1175) and Multivariate Calculus (MATH 1800). Key contributions include modeling hormone oscillations in the menstrual cycle, climate change impacts, and fisheries management policies. Her work emphasizes decision-support frameworks for environmental challenges. Grants and collaborations span NSF-funded projects on computational sustainability and climate change research, reflecting her commitment to applied interdisciplinary science.

Paige WestView profile

Professor

• Socially equitable environmental conservation
• Indigenous sovereignty
• Political ecology
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Paige West is The Claire Tow Professor of Anthropology at Barnard College and a faculty member at Columbia University. She directs Columbia's Climate School Transdisciplinary Research Lab. Her work focuses on environmental conservation, Indigenous sovereignty in Melanesia, and climate change adaptation. She earned her Ph.D. in cultural and environmental anthropology from Rutgers University, with earlier degrees from Wofford College and the University of Georgia. Dr. West has conducted over 100 months of fieldwork in Papua New Guinea, collaborating with Indigenous communities to revitalize socio-ecological systems. Her research bridges anthropology with political ecology, examining linkages between environmental policy and international development. Key interests include Indigenous knowledge systems, conservation inequities, and commodity cultures. Director: Columbia University Climate School Transdisciplinary Research Lab Co-founder: PNG Institute of Biological Research and Roviana Solwara Skul Anthropological Director: Ailan Awareness NGO Award-winning author of three books, she founded the journal *Environment and Society: Advances in Research*. Her 2016 book *Dispossession and the Environment* won the Columbia University Distinguished Book Award. Current projects include a Guggenheim-funded book on climate change and kinship. Notable recognitions include Guggenheim Fellowship, Phi Beta Kappa Lecturer (2017-2018), and designation as one of 2021's 50 people changing the world by The Explorers Club. Her work integrates academic research with applied conservation initiatives, emphasizing Indigenous-led methodologies.

Meltem ŞENOL BALABANView profile

Associate Professor

• Risk Management
• Urban Flood Risk Management
• GIS-based Modeling
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Meltem ŞENOL BALABAN is an Associate Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning at Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey. She holds a dual PhD in City and Regional Planning (METU, 2009) and Urban Engineering (University of Tokyo, 2012). Her academic career includes roles as Director of METU Disaster Management Implementation and Research Center (since 2018), Minor Program Coordinator, and Board Member of the Applied Ethic Research Center. She specializes in disaster risk management, urban resilience planning, GIS-based modeling for evacuation/shelter optimization, and climate change adaptation in urban contexts. Her research focuses on flood risk mitigation in riverine cities, institutional frameworks for cultural heritage protection (e.g., UNESCO sites), and earthquake resilience strategies. Notable projects include developing Turkey's provincial risk reduction guidelines, a climate change risk assessment framework (CRAFT) for cultural heritage, and international cooperation initiatives like the UK-funded CRAFT and NET projects. She has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and supervised 10+ theses. Key contributions include GIS-based evacuation models for Istanbul, comparative studies of UK/Japan/Turkey disaster policies, and post-disaster resilience assessments. Awards include JICA Scholarship (2009-2012), ProVention Research Grant (2007-2008), and multiple international recognitions for her work on urban risk reduction. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on GIS in planning, disaster management principles, and urban resilience strategies.