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Paul LewisView profile

Professor

• Political Economy
• Contemporary Capitalism
• Earnings Inequality
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Professor Paul Lewis is a Professor of Political Economy in the Department of Management at the Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He serves as Co-Director of the Centre for Responsible Business, a position he has held since 2023. His academic work bridges political economy, institutional analysis, and contemporary capitalism, with a strong focus on inequality, labour markets, and financial crises. BSc Physics and Philosophy, Durham MA Social Science Research Methods, University of Birmingham MA International Political Economy, University of Birmingham PhD Political Economy, University of Birmingham His research interests include Political Economy , Contemporary Capitalism , Earnings Inequality , Varieties of Capitalism , and Financial Crises . He employs both qualitative and quantitative methods and welcomes PhD students in related areas. His recent publications explore themes such as productivity, anti-austerity movements, welfare capitalism, and regional development. His scholarly output shows a consistent engagement with pressing socio-economic issues, particularly the structural causes and consequences of inequality and institutional change in advanced capitalist economies. His work spans journals in political economy, industrial relations, and social policy, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach. He has contributed to major policy discussions, including through his role as an Invited Expert Contributor to the UNIDO International Development Report 2018. Invited Expert Contributor to the United Nations International Development Organisation (UNIDO) International Development Report 2018 External Examiner for the MSc International Management at King’s College, London (2014–2018) Paul Lewis has advised on policy and served as a referee for leading journals such as the British Journal of Politics and International Relations , Cambridge Journal of Economics , and Review of International Political Economy . He teaches modules including ‘Contemporary Capitalism’, ‘Models of Capitalism and Financial Crises’, and ‘Consulting Skills’ with Deloitte. He is actively involved in research leadership through the Centre for Responsible Business and collaborates widely across the social sciences.

David MaddisonView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Economics
• Applied Econometrics
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David Maddison is a Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. He serves as Director of the Energy Institute and the Birmingham Centre for Environmental and Energy Economics and Management (BCEEEM), reflecting his leadership in energy and environmental research. He is also co-editor of the journal Climate Change Economics . PhD in Economics, University of Strathclyde David Maddison's research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, with significant contributions to applied econometrics, development economics, and agricultural and transport economics. His work often explores the economic valuation of environmental impacts, including climate change, flooding, solar farms, and landfills. He employs empirical methods such as hedonic pricing and repeat-sales models to assess how environmental factors influence property values and individual well-being. His recent publications reveal a consistent trend in analyzing sustainability challenges through rigorous econometric frameworks. Key themes include eco-innovation and green employment, climate impacts on life satisfaction, and the economic dimensions of climate policy and carbon emissions. His involvement in interdisciplinary initiatives like the Birmingham Plastics Network—comprising chemists, environmental scientists, economists, and legal experts—demonstrates his commitment to holistic solutions for global environmental problems. David Maddison has not been publicly recognized with scientific awards in the provided texts. He contributes to academic training as a module leader for Environmental Economics (LI and LM levels) and as a contributor to the Global Issues module. He is actively involved in research groups focused on Environment, Trade, and Energy, and leads a significant research center dedicated to environmental and energy economics. There is no indication of grant funding, student advising, or part-time status in the available information.

• Renewable Energy
• Wind Energy
• Solar Energy
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Muyiwa Samuel Adaramola is a Professor in Renewable Energy at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management, Ås, Norway. He also holds a Professor II position at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), Uganda, and maintains active visiting professorships at institutions in Ghana, Ethiopia, and Nigeria. His academic leadership spans international research, education, and capacity-building initiatives in sustainable energy. BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria MSc in Mechanical Engineering, University of Ibadan, Nigeria PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, Canada His research focuses on renewable energy systems, including wind and solar resource assessment, hybrid energy systems, energy storage, and the socio-economic dimensions of energy access in developing regions. His work bridges engineering and policy, emphasizing sustainable development and climate resilience. The breadth of his recent publications reflects a strong focus on solar photovoltaic performance in sub-Saharan climates, wind energy modeling, hybrid mini-grids, and the socio-technical aspects of energy access. His research consistently addresses real-world challenges in Africa, with applications in Ghana, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Nigeria. He has received no explicitly named scientific awards in the provided text, but his leadership in multiple multi-million-dollar international projects underscores significant recognition and impact. Professor Adaramola has supervised over 30 PhD students, both as main supervisor and co-supervisor, at NMBU and partner universities across Africa. He leads major externally funded projects, including an NOK 91 million institutional collaboration between NMBU, Hawassa University, and Mekelle University in Ethiopia, and other initiatives in Kenya and Ghana focused on education, research, and innovation in sustainable energy. His research is conducted through collaborative networks involving universities in Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda, often integrated within large-scale capacity-building and development projects.

Bernard WongView profile

Professor

• Actuarial Science
• Risk Management
• Insurance
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Professor Bernard Wong is the Head of the School of Risk and Actuarial Studies at the University of New South Wales, Australia. As a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of Australia and a Fulbright Scholar, he has significantly advanced actuarial science through research and leadership. His academic credentials include a PhD from the Australian National University and a BCom (Hons) in Actuarial Studies from Macquarie University. PhD (Australian National University) BCOM (Hons) in Actuarial Studies (Macquarie University) His research focuses on AI/ML-enhanced actuarial methods and capital modeling under climate change , with applications to insurance and risk management. He co-leads the Innovations in Risk, Insurance, and Superannuation (IRIS) Knowledge Hub and serves as a chief investigator in the UNSW Institute of Climate Risk and Response. His work also drives the Business AI Lab’s actuarial innovations. Recent publications analyze data breach trends, stochastic loss reserving with neural networks, and multivariate count processes. He has secured substantial Australian Research Council grants , including projects on extreme value theory and claim dependencies. Awards include the Hachemeister Prize (2023, 2017), Taylor-Fry Silver Prize (2018), and Melville Practitioner Prize (2000). Professor Wong actively contributes to actuarial governance as a Board Member of ASTIN and former participant in the Actuaries Institute Data Analytics Practice Committee. His teaching encompasses actuarial data science and enterprise risk management courses.

Yeghiazar TaroyanView profile

Lecturer

• Space Plasma Physics
• Magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) Instabilities
• Solar Atmosphere Dynamics
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Yeghiazar Taroyan is a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Aberystwyth University, part of the College of Physical Sciences. His research focuses on space plasmas, magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) instabilities, and solar atmosphere dynamics. He holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield and has held roles including a Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship (2006). Education: PhD in Solar Physics, University of Sheffield (2003) Prior PDRA position at Armagh Observatory Research Interests: Solar/stellar atmospheric heating, MHD instabilities in compressible flows, numerical modeling of solar transients, and Alfvén wave dynamics. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to advancing climate action and earth science understanding. Grants & Awards: Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship (2006) Co-Investigator on STFC-funded 'Solar System Physics at Aberystwyth University' (2019-2022) Teaching & Supervision: Leads courses on astronomy, solar physics, and projects. Supervises PhD students in solar dynamics and MHD modeling. Labs/Teams: Member of the Solar System Physics Group at Aberystwyth, collaborating on projects involving coronal loops and solar wind modeling.

Jamiu Adetola OdugbesanView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainable Business Practices
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Environmental Economics
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Dr. Jamiu Adetola Odugbesan is a Lecturer in the Department of Business Entrepreneurship & Finance at the Royal Docks School of Business and Law, University of East London. He holds a PhD in Business Management and has over a decade of teaching experience. His research focuses on sustainable management, development economics, and corporate social responsibility, with over 30 publications in reputable journals. Dr. Odugbesan's qualifications include a PhD, MSc, and BSc. His teaching includes modules like EC6006 Data Analytics and Business Intelligence. His research emphasizes practical impacts, engaging policymakers and industry leaders to drive sustainable practices and economic development policies. Notable projects include studying green talent management, teleophthalmology adoption, and Nigeria's agricultural competitiveness. His work bridges academia and real-world challenges, integrating research into teaching to foster critical thinking among students. Current research themes include artificial intelligence in talent management, climate change sensitivity in Sub-Saharan Africa, and financial inclusion's role in sustainable development. Dr. Odugbesan actively collaborates across disciplines, addressing global issues like environmental policy, urbanization effects, and healthcare innovation. His contributions aim to create equitable and sustainable solutions for communities and organizations.

Kirk ChangView profile

Professor

• Human Resource Management (HRM)
• Technovation
• Artificial Intelligence in HR
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Professor Kirk Chang is a leading academic in Human Resource Management and Technovation at the University of East London (Royal Docks School of Business and Law). He holds a PhD in Occupational Psychology from the University of Manchester and has held academic roles across institutions including the University of Sharjah (UAE) and Kaohsiung Medical University (Taiwan). Known for his research on AI's impact on workplaces and organizational behavior, Chang's work spans employee behavior, team dynamics, and technovation strategies. He has secured significant research funding and collaborated internationally, contributing to academic knowledge through over 300 publications in journals like the British Journal of Management and Journal of Occupational Health Psychology (h-index 25). His research focuses on three main branches: 1) organizational/employee behaviors (e.g., community cohesion studies), 2) HR discrimination issues (e.g., agency worker stigma), and 3) AI-driven management (e.g., ethics of AI recruitment). Awards include the Yin-Shu-Tien Professorship and recognition from the British Royal Society. Chang also serves as editor for journals like Journal of Psychological Research and advises governments/HE institutions globally on innovation policy. His recent work addresses AI's environmental impact and geopolitical implications, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to modern management challenges. As a Chartered Scientist and Chartered Psychologist, he advises SMEs/MNEs on AI adoption and chairs committees for institutions like the Chinese Academy of Personnel Science. Teaching modules include AI in Business Management and Quantitative Methods. His current projects explore mission-oriented innovation strategies and IP financing frameworks for UK SMEs.

Sara MigliettiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Renaissance Intellectual History
• History of Political Thought
• Translation History
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Sara Miglietti is Senior Lecturer in Cultural and Intellectual History at the Warburg Institute, School of Advanced Study, University of London. She previously held academic positions at Johns Hopkins University and Georgetown University, and has been affiliated with Oxford’s Balliol College and the Bodleian Library as a visiting fellow. Her work bridges intellectual history, philosophy, and environmental thought with a focus on Renaissance and early modern Europe. Her educational background includes dual PhDs: one in History of Philosophy (2012) from Scuola Normale Superiore and Université Paris Descartes, and another in Renaissance Studies (2016) from the University of Warwick. She also holds MA degrees in History of Philosophy from the University of Pisa and Scuola Normale Superiore. Sara’s research centers on Renaissance intellectual history, particularly the history of political thought, translation practices, book history, and early modern environmental ideas. She has published extensively on Jean Bodin, self-translation, marginalia, and climate theories. Her work emphasizes transnational knowledge circulation, textual transmission, and the longue durée of philosophical traditions. She situates early modern thought within broader continuities from antiquity to modernity, with a strong emphasis on multilingualism and cultural mediation. Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on the intersections of environment, ethics, and political theory in early modern Europe. Themes such as climate apocalypse, human agency, and environmental reflexivity recur across her articles, monographs, and edited volumes. She frequently analyzes how classical ideas were adapted in the Renaissance, particularly through translation and commentary. Leverhulme Research Project Grant (2023–2026): Writing Bilingually, 1465–1700 Oliver Smithies Visiting Research Lecturer, Balliol College, Oxford David Walker Memorial Fellow, Bodleian Library Sara actively supervises PhD students working on Renaissance and early modern topics, including political thought, translation, book history, and environmental humanities. She teaches core and optional modules at the MA level, including Reviving the Past, Renaissance Political Thought, and Methods and Techniques of Scholarship. She has secured significant research funding and is currently completing two monographs: The Empire of Climate, 1550–1750 and Self-Translation in Renaissance France . She is involved in several editorial and advisory roles, including the Rinascimento journal, De Gruyter’s Renaissance Mind series, and Brepols book series. Her research collaborations include projects with the University of Warwick and Johns Hopkins University.

Fred AmonyaView profile

Research Fellow

• Complex Systems
• Public Investment
• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
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Dr Fred Amonya is a Senior Fellow in Complex Systems and Public Investment at the Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Birmingham. He is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), with a PhD in Policy Science from the University of London. His work bridges complexity science, infrastructure policy, and public investment, with a focus on Africa and developing economies. PhD in Policy Science, University of London MSc (Distinction) in Road Management and Engineering, University of Birmingham Graduate Module in Investment Banking and Structured Finance, Harvard University BSc in Civil Engineering, Makerere University Dr Amonya's research is deeply interdisciplinary, focusing on public investment as a complex adaptive system. He explores the dynamics of public-private partnerships (PPP), transport policy, urban sustainability, and the application of dynamical systems theory to governance. His work emphasizes mathematical modeling of policy spaces, trust, and the integration of digitalization and climate change into infrastructure planning. His recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a strong trend in complexity science applied to public policy, finance, and infrastructure. Key themes include the limitations of traditional cost-benefit analysis, the emergence of meaning in biological and built systems, and the role of blended finance in sustainable development. He frequently uses frameworks from physics and mathematics—such as Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, limit cycles, and singular value decomposition—to model policy and infrastructure challenges. Dr Amonya has held significant international roles, including: Chair, Transport Systems Economics, World Road Association (PIARC), 2016–2019 Member, UNECE Team of PPP Experts, 2009–present Editorial Board, Journal of Mega Infrastructure and Sustainable Development, 2019–2022 Council Member, Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, 2023–present He has advised the World Bank, IPCC (Working Group III), and African governments on infrastructure, climate resilience, and post-COVID policy. He also develops academic modules on PPP and complexity for graduate schools, particularly in Africa. Through his consultancy Lyciar, he guides Fortune 500 companies on corporate strategy in the net-zero era. Dr Amonya is actively involved in research dissemination, with frequent lectures across the UK and Africa. His work appears on ResearchGate and LinkedIn, and he is a recognized voice in the global discourse on infrastructure, complexity, and sustainable development.

• Organisational Studies
• Critical Theory
• Political Economy
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Dr. Anita Garvey is an Assistant Professor in Organisational Studies at Northumbria University, Faculty of Business and Law. She is an active academic with a strong commitment to critical scholarship, teaching excellence, and advancing equality in higher education and the workplace. Her educational background includes a PhD in Social Philosophy, an MA in Psychology, and postgraduate qualifications in Human Organisations and Careers Guidance. She is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CFCIPD) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), reflecting her professional standing in both academic and personnel development fields. Anita's research is grounded in critical organisational studies, focusing on the intersection of neoliberal capitalism, political economy, and workplace dynamics. Her work critically examines moralistic workplace bullying through Gramscian hegemony, revealing how power, privilege, and organisational norms enable the ejection of marginalised employees. She also investigates gender, racism, class, and their intersectional impacts on inequality in organisational and societal contexts. Her research contributes to decolonization, anti-racism, and gender equity in academic and public institutions. The recent publications of Dr. Garvey (2019–2025) span themes including anti-racism in academia, critical discourse analysis of bullying, climate capitalism, and the application of Habermasian and Gramscian theory to public sector leadership. These works reflect a consistent engagement with critical social theory, qualitative methodologies, and a commitment to social justice. Her interdisciplinary approach connects organisational studies with sociology, political philosophy, and environmental ethics. Nominated for Best Lecturer Student Award Nominated for Best Pastoral Support Student Award Dr. Garvey actively supervises postgraduate research, currently guiding Gillian Hughes in a study on gendered job crafting in higher education. She serves as a Programme Leader, Module Tutor, and Dissertation Supervisor, demonstrating strong engagement with curriculum development and student mentorship. While no external grants are explicitly mentioned, her research outputs and institutional reports suggest active involvement in equity-focused academic initiatives. She is a key contributor to the Athena SWAN agenda at Northumbria University, promoting gender equality and inclusive practices within the Faculty of Business and Law.

• Microplastic transport in coastal zones
• Sediment transport dynamics
• Aquatic vegetation hydrodynamics
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Maria Teresa Serra Putellas is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics within the School of Engineering at the University of Girona. Her research focuses on coastal and aquatic systems, with emphasis on microplastic transport dynamics, sediment transport mechanisms, and nature-based solutions for wastewater treatment. University of Girona School of Engineering Department of Physics Full Professor Her research interests include: Microplastic transport in coastal zones and wetlands Hydrodynamic interactions with aquatic vegetation Climate change impacts on aquatic systems Ecotoxicology of emerging contaminants Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) for water treatment Recent publications analyze microplastic-sediment interactions, turbulence effects on pollutant transport, and optimization of Daphnia-based filtration systems. She leads the PlastikHUM project studying microplastic transport in wetlands and participates in EU initiatives like PRIORITY, INNOQUA, and BIODAPH2O. Contact: teresa.serra@udg.edu

• Mycotoxin Analysis
• Mass Spectrometry
• Food Safety
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Michael Sulyok is a prominent researcher at the Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), specializing in advanced analytical methods for food and feed safety. His work focuses on developing quantitative LC-MS/MS techniques capable of detecting over 1000 fungal metabolites and plant toxins at sub-μg/kg levels, leveraging one of the world's largest collections of fungal metabolite standards. He actively collaborates with international partners including Wageningen University and Nigerian research institutions. His core research interests include: Overcoming matrix effects in multi-toxin analysis Validation of high-throughput LC-MS/MS methods Climate change impacts on mycotoxin occurrence Infrared spectroscopy (NIR/MIR) for rapid on-field screening Diffusion patterns of toxins in mold-affected foods Emerging contaminants beyond EU-regulated mycotoxins Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals strong emphasis on real-time monitoring solutions, particularly portable infrared spectroscopy integrated into agricultural machinery for wheat quality assessment. His team is pioneering the use of CO2 sensors and 3D-printed modules for early contamination detection, while expanding multi-analyte coverage to plant-based alternatives and animal feeds under diverse environmental conditions. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Sulyok supervises graduate theses at BOKU as indicated by his participation in Doc Day events, though specific student names were not disclosed. His research is supported by EU-funded consortia including FFoQSI and MycoKey, with extensive field work in Africa examining mycotoxin exposure in dairy cattle, maize, and infant foods. He leads a specialized team within BOKU's Tulln campus facility, utilizing cutting-edge mass spectrometers and chemometric approaches. The group maintains critical reference standards for fungal metabolites and is currently developing combine harvester-integrated NIR systems for wheat breeding, alongside investigating fungal metabolite profiles in aquaponics and novel matrices like vegan cheeses and moldy bread.

Hagen RadtkeView profile

Researcher

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Coastal Ocean Dynamics
• Climate Change Impact on Baltic Sea
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Hagen Radtke is a Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research (IOW) under the University of Rostock's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences . His work focuses on physical and biogeochemical modeling of the Baltic Sea , with emphasis on salinity dynamics , sediment-water interactions , and element cycling in marine ecosystems. Key Research Areas: Decadal variability in Baltic Sea salinity Mechanistic sediment process modeling Element tagging methods for nutrient pathways Numerical stability in ecosystem models Code generation tools for marine simulations Model validation through "Validator" software Publication Trends demonstrate expertise in Baltic Sea climate projections , microplastics transport , and coupled atmosphere-ocean modeling . His work intersects oceanography , biogeochemistry , and environmental informatics , with significant contributions to ERGOM SED (a benthic-pelagic coupled model) and BMIP (Baltic Model Intercomparison Project). Teaching includes "Fundamentals of Marine Biology - Oceanography" in the University of Rostock's Master's program, covering physical oceanography principles. He developed open-source model validation tools and pioneered mechanistic sediment modules for marine ecosystem projections.

• Science Education
• Sustainability Education
• STEAM Education
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Harriet White is a Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Exeter, School of Education , specializing in Science, Sustainability, and STEAM education. She advocates for Outdoor Learning and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), integrating climate justice, social justice, and children's voices into her work. Education: Outdoor Education and Natural History at Antioch University, Zoology undergraduate training, Primary Science PGCE at Exeter University Her professional activities include leading the Core Science module and Science Specialist Primary PGCE at Exeter, alongside directing the European RoadSTEAMer and CARE projects. She collaborates with the Re-Place Research Group and Schools Across the Ocean, focusing on global sustainability initiatives. Scientific Awards: Ted Wragg Award

Helen SmithView profile

Associate Professor

• Marine Renewable Energy
• Wave Energy
• Tidal Energy
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Helen Smith is an Associate Professor in Renewable Energy at the University of Exeter, within the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences. She serves as Director of Education and Student Experience for both undergraduate and postgraduate Renewable Energy programmes and is a Co-Investigator in the EPSRC and NERC Centre for Doctoral Training in Offshore Renewable Energy (IDCORE), where she leads the 'Marine Renewable Resource Assessment' module. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences, University of Exeter (Penryn Campus), title: 'Modelling for resource and environmental impact assessments of wave farms' MSc in Hydrography, University of Plymouth BA in Physics, University of Oxford Her research focuses on marine renewable energy, particularly wave and tidal energy, with emphasis on resource assessment, environmental impact modeling, and numerical simulation of wave-current interactions. She investigates the physical environmental impacts of offshore developments, including wave farms and tidal lagoons, and contributes to interdisciplinary work in offshore aquaculture and climate change implications. Her expertise spans hydrodynamics, fluid mechanics, coastal geomorphology, and sustainable marine development. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on numerical modeling for marine energy applications, with recurring themes in tidal and wave energy resource characterization, environmental impact assessment, and offshore system interactions. Her work integrates field data with advanced simulations to support sustainable 'blue growth' in marine sectors. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Helen Smith leads multiple modules across BEng/MEng Renewable Energy Engineering, BSc Sustainable Energy Futures, and MSc Renewable Energy Engineering programmes. She is actively involved in research supervision and education leadership. Her collaborations span institutions such as the University of Plymouth, University of Edinburgh, and Deltares, and she has contributed to major research projects including MERiFIC and EquiMar. She has no listed grants in the text, but her involvement in CDTs and large consortia indicates significant research funding engagement. She is affiliated with the Offshore Renewable Energy research group at Exeter and contributes to the Exeter Marine initiative. Her work supports the development of sustainable marine technologies through rigorous scientific assessment and educational leadership.