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• Optimization under uncertainty
• Machine Learning
• Healthcare Operations
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Anh T. Ninh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at William & Mary, where he also contributes to the M.S. program in Computational Operations Research within the Department of Computer Science. His academic work bridges mathematics, computer science, and healthcare applications, with a strong focus on optimization and machine learning. Research Interests: His primary research areas include optimization under uncertainty, machine learning, and their applications in healthcare systems, particularly in clinical trial design and pharmaceutical supply chain management. He develops advanced mathematical models to improve decision-making under uncertainty in complex operational environments. Publication Trends: His recent publications reflect a consistent focus on integrating stochastic and robust optimization with real-world healthcare logistics, clinical operations, and pharmaceutical planning. The works demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining operations research, data science, and domain-specific knowledge to solve critical problems in health systems. Scientific Awards & Recognition: While no specific awards are listed in the provided text, his research is supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, indicating significant recognition and impact in the field. He has also collaborated with major pharmaceutical companies such as Lifecell (now Abbvie), Sandoz, and IntegriChain, highlighting the practical relevance of his work. Advising and Grants: Dr. Ninh advises students through the Computational Operations Research program and leads externally funded research, including an active project on site selection funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His work bridges academia and industry, contributing to both theoretical advances and practical implementations in healthcare operations. Labs and Research Teams: While no formal lab name is mentioned, Dr. Ninh leads a research group focused on computational optimization and machine learning applications in healthcare. His team likely includes graduate students and collaborators from both mathematics and computer science, working on projects related to supply chain resilience, clinical trial efficiency, and data-driven healthcare decision-making.

• Early Childhood Education
• Children's Play
• Children's Participation
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Kristin Danielsen Wolf is a Professor and Head of Department at the Department of Early Childhood Education, Faculty of Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University. She is a leading academic in early childhood education, with a strong focus on children's play, participation, aesthetic learning, drama education, and parental involvement. Her work bridges research, policy, and practice in the Norwegian ECEC (Early Childhood Education and Care) system. Her research interests include: Children's play and its pedagogical and ethical dimensions Children's right to participation and expression Aesthetic and drama-based learning processes Toddler education and inclusive practices Parental collaboration and communication in kindergartens Quality assessment and institutional development in ECEC Her recent publications (2022–2025) show a consistent focus on democratic values, sustainability, institutional partnerships, and pedagogical innovation in early childhood education. She frequently contributes to national conferences and policy dialogues, emphasizing the importance of listening to children, strengthening home-institution collaboration, and rethinking teacher education for the future. Her scientific contributions include numerous peer-reviewed articles, books, and research reports, particularly on quality in kindergartens and stakeholder perspectives. Notable publications include work on the mandate of kindergartens, play ethics, and inclusive aesthetic practices. She has been involved in major research initiatives such as 'Better Provision for Norway's Children in ECEC' and actively disseminates knowledge through academic and professional channels. While specific details about PhD students are not listed, her leadership role suggests mentorship and academic guidance within her department. She leads and participates in interdisciplinary teams focused on early childhood policy, teacher education reform, and sustainable pedagogy. Her work emphasizes collaborative research and practical application in educational institutions.

Hadi El-AmineView profile

Associate Professor

• Operations Research
• Healthcare Optimization
• Public Policy
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Hadi El-Amine is an Associate Professor at George Mason University's Department of Systems Engineering and Operations Research, focusing on applying operations research to healthcare and public policy challenges. His methodological expertise spans stochastic and robust optimization, probability theory, and resource allocation under uncertainty. PhD in Operations Research from Virginia Tech (2012) MS in Engineering Management and BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from American University of Beirut, Lebanon His research addresses critical healthcare issues through mathematical modeling, including blood bank safety, pandemic control, organ transplantation logistics, and surgical infection risk assessment. Recent work explores fair clustering algorithms, risk-based quarantine policies, and incentive design for absenteeism reduction. Scientific awards include the 2015 INFORMS Bonder Scholarship and finalist recognitions for the 2015 Pierskalla Award and 2014 Washington DC Student Excellence Competition. Collaborations with the American Red Cross have produced impactful blood screening strategies balancing safety and budget constraints.

Annachiara LongoniView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainability Innovation
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Annachiara Longoni serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Operations, Innovation and Data Sciences at Esade Business School, Ramon Llull University. She directs the Master of Research in Management Sciences program and leads BUNED (Business Networks Dynamics), focusing on sustainability-driven innovation in operations and supply chains. Education: PhD in Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Master of Science in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Bachelor degree in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Her research centers on sustainable operations management, examining how sustainability practices transform product/process innovation within global supply chains. She investigates organizational mechanisms for optimizing triple bottom line performance through sustainable operations strategies, with particular emphasis on social sustainability dimensions including labor conditions and migrant integration in supply networks. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in manufacturing and logistics contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in sustainable supply chain management, social enterprise integration, and systemic change toward post-growth paradigms. Key trends include empirical investigations of working conditions in platform economies, the role of national culture in sustainability performance, and technological impacts on sustainable manufacturing. Her research consistently employs large-scale empirical methods and international collaboration networks. Scientific Awards: None documented in source materials. Dr. Longoni actively mentors through her directorship of the Master of Research program and BUNED research group. She collaborates extensively with the International Manufacturing Strategies Survey (IMSS) across 20+ countries and the USC-led sustainability network involving European and American institutions. Her research is supported through multinational university-industry partnerships focused on sustainable operations. As Director of BUNED, she leads research on business network dynamics and sustainable supply chain transformation. Her involvement in the EurOMA Forum organizing committee and international research networks demonstrates leadership in advancing sustainable operations scholarship through collaborative platforms spanning academic and industry stakeholders.

• Digital transformation
• Business value of IT
• Collaborative Innovation
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Elaine Mosconi is a Full Professor at the Université de Sherbrooke since 2024, with prior roles as Associate Professor (2017-2024) and Visiting Professor at institutions like Université Lumière Lyon 2 and École Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Saint-Étienne. She holds a PhD in Administration from Université Laval (2014), an MSc in Industrial Engineering from Universidade de Sao Paulo (2003), and a BSc in Library & Information Science (1999). Université de Sherbrooke | Full Professor (2024-), Associate Professor (2017-2024) Université Laval | Visiting Scholar (2019-2023) International collaborations in France, Brazil, USA, Sweden Her research focuses on Digital Transformation , Industry 4.0 , and Collaborative Innovation , with emphasis on organizational value creation through technology adoption and information literacy. She has secured over $1,649,623 in grants from NSERC, CRSH, MITACS, and provincial agencies, including a $5M grant for SME digital transformation programs. Recent articles explore plastic waste circular economy , enterprise social media maturity , and Industry 5.0 workforce adaptation . Her work bridges business intelligence with sustainable supply chain practices. Scientific Awards : Dean's Research Award (2024) ASAC Best Paper in Technology & Innovation Management (2022) Multiple Academic Coach/Mentor of the Year (2019-2021) Nominated for Inspiration Award (Quality of Service) (2017-2018) As a conference organizer and track chair for IAMOT, HICSS, and AMCIS, she leads initiatives in digital transformation frameworks. Her pedagogical projects include developing a data literacy assessment tool for business leaders and co-creating a knowledge management framework for decision performance.

Andrea CollinsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Ecological Footprint Analysis
• Sport Ecology
• Sustainable Event Management
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Dr Andrea Collins is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Geography and Planning , Cardiff University, specializing in ecological footprint analysis , sport ecology , and sustainable event management . She serves as Programme Director for the MSc in Sustainability, Planning and Environmental Policy and is affiliated with CAST (Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations) . PhD (University of Wales, 2002) BSc (Hons) Environmental Health (University of Wales, 1996) Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching (Cardiff University, 2012) Research Interests focus on environmental indicators for resource use impacts, particularly ecological footprint as policy/education tool, and sport ecology. Her work examines major events as agents for sustainable behavior change, with projects for UK Sport , The R&A , and Run4Wales . Recent Articles cover sports sustainability, ecological footprint tools, and event emissions. Key themes include carbon accounting , behavioral interventions , and policy frameworks for sustainable events. Scientific Awards include: Celebrating Excellence Award (2022) ESRC Impact Prize Finalist (2021) Cardiff University International Collaboration Award (2006-07) She supervises postgraduate research on sustainable consumption and event impact reduction , and reviews for journals like Environmental Policy and Planning and Journal of Cleaner Production . Her contact : CollinsA@cardiff.ac.uk | Glamorgan Building, Cardiff

Iana ShaheenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Humanitarian Logistics
• Leadership in Disruptions
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Iana Shaheen is an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Her research focuses on leadership, uncertainty, and disruptions in supply chain settings, with particular attention to how disruptions affect commercial supply chains and the significance of leadership and resilience during response and recovery. She also studies inter-organizational relationships within humanitarian supply chains. Dr. Shaheen's educational background includes: PhD in Business Administration from the University of South Florida MS in Marketing from the University of South Florida BS in Management from The Higher School of Economics (Russia) Her research interests center around supply chain disruptions, humanitarian logistics, and leadership in crisis situations. Dr. Shaheen examines how organizations respond to and recover from disruptions, with special focus on the role of leadership and organizational resilience. She investigates the dynamics of inter-organizational relationships in humanitarian contexts, particularly in settings like refugee camps and food banks during crises such as the Rohingya refugee situation and the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in both commercial and humanitarian supply chains. Dr. Shaheen's scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on understanding how supply chains function under stress, with increasing attention to humanitarian contexts in recent years. Her publications span top-tier journals in operations management and supply chain disciplines, showing a progression from theoretical frameworks to applied case studies in real-world humanitarian crises. The research reveals growing interest in social dimensions of supply chain management, including gender dynamics, religious influences, and psychological factors in disaster response. Her notable recognition includes: IJOPM Best Paper Award 2021 for "Leadership styles in supply chain disruptions: a multimethod evaluation based on practitioner insights" Dr. Shaheen is actively engaged in academic service, currently serving as Associate Editor for the Journal of Supply Chain Management and International Journal of Production and Operations Management. She holds leadership positions including VP of Marketing for the Decision Sciences Institute and VP of Awards for the Humanitarian Operations Crisis Management College within the Production and Operations Management Society. Her professional service reflects her commitment to advancing research in supply chain management, particularly in humanitarian contexts. As an educator, Dr. Shaheen focuses on creating a safe and active learning environment that empowers students to develop knowledge through experience and reflection. She aims to equip students with skills that make them comfortable, adaptive, and responsive to the fast-moving business world.

• Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
• Production Engineering
• Circular Economy in Manufacturing
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Dr. Amon Göppert serves as Professor and Chair of the Intelligence in Quality Sensing group at RWTH Aachen University's Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL). His work integrates artificial intelligence into manufacturing processes to enhance quality control, production efficiency, and sustainable practices. Göppert's research spans intelligent manufacturing systems with core expertise in AI-driven production engineering, circular economy applications, and advanced assembly systems. He investigates how machine learning optimizes production ramp-up, disassembly processes, and flexible manufacturing while developing sensor-based quality control solutions for industrial applications. His recent publications reveal strong trends toward AI implementation in production planning, with emphasis on worker assistance systems for disassembly, digital twin applications for real-time control, and mobile robotics in line-less assembly environments. Key focus areas include sustainable manufacturing, metrology innovation, and adaptive scheduling systems. Göppert leads multiple high-impact research initiatives: AI-driven Product Development: Machine learning for smart measurement strategies in metrology MetaVision Consortium: Industrial metaverse applications for AI-supported vision systems Generative AI for Non-Destructive Testing optimization Cluster of Excellence Internet of Production participation As Chief Engineer at WZL, he oversees technical implementation of research projects and collaborates with industry partners to translate innovations into practical manufacturing solutions, particularly in adaptive assembly systems and quality sensing technologies.

• Mechanism Design
• Auction Theory
• Behavioral Operations Management
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Xiaoshuai Fan is an Associate Professor at the College of Business, Southern University of Science and Technology, where she has been affiliated since 2020. Her academic background includes a PhD in Industrial Engineering and Logistics Management from HKUST (2020) and a Bachelor's in Management from Huazhong University of Science and Technology (2015). Education: PhD (2020), Industrial Engineering and Logistics Management, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Bachelor (2015), Management, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (Management Innovation Experimental Class) Her research focuses on Mechanism Design and Auction Theory under asymmetric information, with applications to Behavioral Operations Management , Sustainable Operations (particularly poverty, income inequality, and carbon emissions), and Supply Chain Management . Recent work explores pay transparency in behavioral economics, carbon emission control through price commitments, and anti-corruption strategies in procurement systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in asymmetric information theory , collusion-resistant contract design , and equity-focused operations research . Key journals include Management Science , Production and Operations Management , and Manufacturing & Service Operations Management . She serves as a doctoral supervisor and has secured research funding from the NSFC Outstanding Young Scholars Program , NSFC Youth Program , and the Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Commission . Her lab actively recruits research assistants and postdocs, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration in economic, mathematical, and computational fields.

Tegwen MalikView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• Biomimicry
• Water Management
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Dr. Tegwen Malik, a Senior Lecturer at Swansea University's School of Management and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), bridges artificial intelligence research with biomimetic innovations. Her multifaceted roles include Deputy Programme Director for MSc Management, Director of Education and Content at the i-Lab Research Centre, and leadership in the "Global and Social Challenges" theme. Senior Lecturer, School of Management (since 2022) Deputy Director, MSc Management Programme Director of Education, i-Lab Research Centre UKAT Recognised Practitioner in Advising Her research explores Artificial Intelligence applications across sectors, particularly in higher education, and biomimicry innovations for water management in arid regions. Collaborative work spans engineering (Welsh Centre for Printing and Coating), medicine, and management, with external partnerships at Lifescaped, MIT, and ESPCI. Recent publications analyze agentic AI systems , generative AI impacts , and bioinspired water collection mechanisms. The 2023 I3E Conference awarded her for transformative AI research in education. Best Research Paper Award, I3E 2023 Brazil Co-PI on international projects (Lifescaped, MIT, ESPCI) Supervisor for 4 active PhD students Editorial reviewer for Government Information Quarterly and Information & Organisation Dr. Malik also investigates digital marketing adoption , operations management , and international standards , with practical experience in product commercialization and transnational projects. Her teaching focuses on mathematics and analytics for business , reaching over 600 MSc Management students annually.

Aghdas BadieeView profile

Researcher

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Resilient Cold Chain Management
• Transportation and Logistics
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Dr. Aghdas Badiee serves as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at Heriot-Watt University's Edinburgh Business School, affiliated with both the Centre for Logistics and Sustainability and the Centre of Sustainable Road Freight. Her academic foundation spans Industrial Engineering with specialized expertise in data-driven decision systems and logistics optimization. Educational Background: B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering - System Planning and Analysis (Grade: 18.07/20), Iran University of Science and Technology M.Sc. in Socio-economic System Engineering - Location-Allocation Optimization (Grade: 19.30/20), Iran University of Science and Technology Ph.D. in Socio-economic System Engineering - Supply Chain Modeling and Sustainable Logistics (Grade: 19.35/20), Iran University of Science and Technology Her research integrates Sustainable Supply Chain Management , Resilient Cold Chain Logistics , and Operations Research methodologies to address complex transportation challenges. Current projects include the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold Chain Systems (ACES) and Zero-Emission Cold-Chain initiatives, focusing on food security through sustainable logistics solutions. Her methodological approach combines descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics using simulation, optimization, and data science techniques. Publication trends reveal consistent contributions to high-impact journals like Annals of Operations Research and IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems , with growing emphasis on sustainable cold chain systems (2023-2025). Her work bridges theoretical operations research with practical applications in agri-food distribution, humanitarian logistics, and transportation procurement. Scientific Recognition: Ranked 1st in all academic degrees (B.Sc. 2010, M.Sc. 2012, Ph.D. 2019) Global Talent designation by UKRI (2022) Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award (2019) Reviewer for Annals of Operations Research Journal (2021-present) Member of WORMS (Women in OR/MS) since 2022 Her professional trajectory demonstrates continuous engagement across academia and industry, having served as Lecturer at University of Tehran and Senior Business Analyst at National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company. Current activities include developing the MILES simulation platform for cold chain optimization and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable logistics research. She actively participates in professional networks including Production and Operations Management Society while mentoring students in operations research methodologies.

• International Trade Law
• International Economic Law
• Public International Law
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Trisha Rajput is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business, Economics and Law , University of Gothenburg , where she teaches international trade law to both law and management students. Her research focuses on international economic law, with particular emphasis on trade facilitation, global value chains and the intersection of law and digital technology in international commerce. Education Doctor of Laws (PhD), University of Leeds, UK – thesis on WTO coordination with non-WTO regimes in public international law. LL.M. in European and International Business Law, University of Leeds, UK. LL.B., India – prior lecturing experience at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law. Research Interests Dr Rajput’s work lies at the nexus of international trade law , public international law and emerging digital technologies . Current projects investigate how digital infrastructures—ranging from AI-based transport systems to blockchain-enabled single-window environments—can enhance supply-chain finance for SMEs along the China-Europe railway corridors. Her scholarship also critically examines normative conflicts between WTO rules and other specialist international regimes. Publications Overview Spanning 2013-2024, her publications reveal a consistent focus on (i) trade-facilitation mechanisms (single-window reforms, paperless trade initiatives), (ii) regulation of risk in multimodal transport, and (iii) technology governance such as AI transparency in customs and blockchain adoption in export-oriented firms. Collaborative work with scholars from law, logistics and management disciplines underlines an interdisciplinary approach. Research Funding & Projects European Union funded project on trade facilitation and global value chains. Principal investigator, “Role of Digital Infrastructures in Financing SMEs” (2019-2022). Co-investigator, “Transition to AI-based Transport Systems” (2020-2021). Contact & Location Room C620, Department of Law, Vasagatan 1, SE-411 24 Göteborg, Sweden. Email: trisha.rajput@law.gu.se

• Mechatronics
• Robotics
• Safety Engineering
• +6 more

Yoshitaka Tanimizu is a Professor at the School of Creative Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University. His research focuses on intelligent manufacturing systems, scheduling optimization, and human-centered production models. He holds a Doctor of Engineering degree from Osaka University and maintains an active research laboratory.

• Vaccination Uptake
• Health Policy
• Health Communication
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Professor Julie Leask is a social scientist and faculty member at the School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney . She co-leads the Social and Behavioural Insights research group and serves as a Visiting Professorial Fellow at the National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance. Her work focuses on vaccination programs, policy, and risk communication , with a particular emphasis on addressing vaccine hesitancy, strengthening community dialogue, and improving health equity. Education: Master of Public Health (USYD, 1998), PhD in Public Health (USYD, 2002) Key Affiliations: Member of the University of Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases, Affiliate of the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Co-founder of COSSI (Collaboration on Social Science in Immunisation) Her research integrates psychology, sociology, public health ethics, and implementation science to address critical issues such as low vaccination rates, risk communication during health emergencies, and cultural competence in immunization . She has led initiatives like the Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI) package and contributed to global frameworks for vaccine safety communication. Recent articles highlight her work on vaccine hesitancy trends, policy effectiveness, and community-engaged approaches , including studies on Aboriginal health communication and conflict-related vaccination barriers . Her scientific awards include the Australian Financial Review 100 Women of Influence (2019) , Supervisor of the Year (2021) , and Officer of the Order of Australia (2024) . She supervises PhD candidates such as Maria Christou-Ergos and Belinda Bruce , with interests in infectious disease prevention, health disparities, and vaccine communication . Her current projects include international collaborations via the WHO and research on social determinants of vaccine hesitancy .

Alessio TeiView profile

Associate Professor

• Transport Economics
• Maritime Economics
• Energy Economics
• +3 more

Alessio Tei serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Genoa, holding dual leadership roles as Member of the Board of Directors for the Italian Center of Excellence for Logistics, Transport, and Infrastructure (CIELI) and Member of the Department Board for Economics. His institutional engagement spans multiple academic programs across Genoa and Savona campuses. His research program centers on transport economics with specialized focus on maritime systems, energy transition markets, tourism infrastructure, and sustainable logistics. Key investigations examine digital transformation impacts through S-100 standards and e-Navigation adoption, technological innovation diffusion in shipping, accessibility frameworks for cultural heritage, and sustainability-driven innovation hubs. Methodological approaches integrate economic modeling with sector-specific regulatory analysis. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a cohesive research trajectory examining digitalization's economic implications across transport sectors, particularly maritime operations and tourism infrastructure. The works demonstrate consistent methodological rigor in assessing technological adoption barriers, regulatory impacts, and sustainability transitions through bibliometric reviews, operational impact evaluations, and benchmarking studies. Professor Tei maintains active affiliation with the Italian Center of Excellence for Logistics, Transport, and Infrastructure (CIELI), contributing to national policy development through research on multimodal transport systems, infrastructure sustainability, and technological integration in maritime corridors. His work bridges academic research with practical industry applications through this strategic partnership.