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Joannes J. WesterinkView profile

Professor

• Computational Fluid Mechanics
• Finite Element Methods
• Coastal Ocean Modeling
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Joannes J. Westerink is the Joseph and Nona Ahearn Professor in Computational Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, concurrently holding professorships in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics, and Computer Science and Engineering. He leads the EFM Laboratory, focusing on computational fluid mechanics, finite element methods, and coastal ocean modeling. His research emphasizes storm surge prediction, tidal hydrodynamics, and geophysical turbulence modeling. Westerink holds a Ph.D. from MIT (1984). His work integrates advanced numerical techniques with real-world applications, such as NOAA's STOFS-2D-Global system for global water level forecasting and the UFS-Coastal modeling framework. He has developed high-resolution unstructured mesh models for coastal regions, enhancing predictions of hurricane impacts and compound flooding. His scientific contributions include over 150 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focus on machine learning corrections for operational models, probabilistic storm surge guidance, and global hindcasting. He received the endowed Ahearn Professorship for his transformative work in computational science and engineering. Key grants and collaborations involve NOAA, NASA, and NSF, advancing coastal resilience and climate modeling. His research spans academic, governmental, and industry partnerships, with applications in disaster risk reduction and environmental policy.

• Sustainable Development
• Spatial Planning
• Climate Adaptation
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Ina Horlings is a Professor at the Faculty of Spatial Sciences, University of Groningen, affiliated with the Urban and Regional Studies Institute. Her work focuses on sustainable development, spatial planning, and climate adaptation. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through her research on citizen engagement in urban green spaces, co-creation strategies, and transformative community practices. Her research explores intersections of environmental policy, urban planning, and social innovation. Notable topics include subnational climate leadership, stakeholder acceptance of floating developments, and resourceful resilience in communities. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and books, with over 80 research outputs since 2015. Education: Ph.D. in Spatial Sciences (details not explicitly provided in text). Grants/Advising: Supervised 7 academic works and engaged in multiple funded projects addressing climate adaptation and urban sustainability. Horlings actively collaborates internationally, presenting at conferences and contributing to policy discussions. Her work emphasizes place-based approaches, cultural sustainability, and the role of leadership in driving environmental and social change.

Maxwell J. SmithView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health Ethics
• Infectious Disease Ethics
• Health Equity
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Maxwell J. Smith is an Assistant Professor at the School of Health Studies within the Faculty of Health Sciences at Western University . He holds multiple appointments across the Department of Philosophy , Schulich Interfaculty Program in Public Health , Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics , and other research centers. As the Western Research Chair in Public Health Ethics , his work bridges bioethics, public health policy, and social justice. Research Domains: Public health ethics, infectious disease ethics, health equity, moral philosophy Collaborations: Social epidemiologists, global health organizations, interdisciplinary ethics institutes Key Focus: Ethical frameworks for pandemic response, health equity in policy-making His recent publications explore the intersection of ethics and epidemiology in health equity modeling, pandemic treaties, workplace vaccination mandates, and resource allocation during crises. He has contributed to high-impact journals like New England Journal of Medicine and The Lancet Infectious Diseases . Notable contributions include: Developing empirical ethics studies for public health policy Advocating for intersectoral action on health inequities Addressing systems thinking in ethical frameworks Global governance of pandemics Equity-focused vaccine monitoring strategies Dr. Smith’s work emphasizes translating philosophical ethics into practical public health solutions, with a strong commitment to social justice and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Seismology
• Earthquake Early Warning Systems
• Volcanology
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Frédérick Massin is a researcher at ETH Zürich's Swiss Seismological Service (SED), specializing in seismology, earthquake early warning systems, and volcanic monitoring. He is affiliated with the Bedretto Underground Lab (BULGG) and contributes to global seismic research. His work focuses on developing advanced algorithms for rapid earthquake rupture characterization (e.g., FinDer), improving earthquake early warning (EEW) systems in regions like Central America and New Zealand, and analyzing seismic data to enhance disaster preparedness. Key research areas include: Earthquake Source Physics and Real-Time Modeling Seismic Data Center Innovation and Global Networks Volcanic Seismicity and Lahar Detection Socio-Technical Aspects of EEW Systems Recent projects involve assessing EEW impacts in Central America, improving seismic catalogues (FEAR-1), and investigating lake ice seismicity. He collaborates internationally on initiatives such as the Nepal School Seismology Network and Yellowstone volcano-tectonic studies.

Indrabati BhattacharyaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Dynamic treatment regimes
• Machine Learning
• Quantile Regression
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Indrabati Bhattacharya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics at Florida State University. Their research focuses on advanced statistical methodologies including dynamic treatment regimes, machine learning applications in healthcare, and Bayesian asymptotics. Bhattacharya’s work emphasizes nonparametric Bayesian approaches for addressing partial compliance in sequential decision-making frameworks and developing robust quantile regression techniques. Key research areas include: Quantile Regression and Shape-Restricted Inference Bayesian Nonparametric Methods for Multivariate Analysis Optimization of Dynamic Treatment Regimes in Clinical Trials Development of Marginal Structural Models for Sequential Treatment Decisions Recent contributions highlight Bayesian Q-learning algorithms for policy optimization under partial compliance scenarios, as well as innovative Gibbs posterior frameworks for multivariate quantile inference. Bhattacharya has also applied Bayesian techniques to sports analytics, notably exploring the Duckworth-Lewis method in cricket. Current research trends emphasize integrating machine learning with Bayesian statistical theory to address complex real-world problems in healthcare and decision science. No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in available materials.

Erzhuo CheView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geomatics
• 3D Point Cloud Processing
• Lidar Data Analysis
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Erzhuo "Ezra" Che is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on 3D point cloud processing, geospatial data analysis, and infrastructure asset management. He teaches courses in 3D laser scanning, digital terrain modeling, and advanced point cloud programming. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Geomatics), Oregon State University, 2018 M.S., Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, Wuhan University, 2015 B.Eng., Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, Wuhan University, 2012 His research interests include lidar technology applications, automated infrastructure assessment, deformation monitoring, and error modeling. Recent work emphasizes ADA compliance evaluation using 3D point clouds and mobile lidar for road marking analysis. Dr. Che has received notable awards such as the 2022 Geo Week Achievement Award and the 2021 Martin Isenburg Best Paper Award. His projects include mapping historical structures at Silver Falls State Park and developing frameworks for efficient point cloud segmentation. His teaching and research bridge geomatics with civil engineering challenges, focusing on practical solutions for infrastructure maintenance and disaster resilience.

Muhammad Naveed KhanView profile

Lecturer

• Supply Chain Management
• Artificial Intelligence
• Big Data Analytics
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Dr. Muhammad Naveed Khan is a Lecturer in Business and Supply Chain Analytics at Kent Business School, University of Kent. He holds a PhD in Global Supply Chain Management, an MSc in Financial Management, an MA in Economics, and an MBA. His research integrates big data analytics, AI, and blockchain technology into global supply chain management, with a focus on climate change, terrorism impacts, and international trade dynamics. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) and has led academic administration as a Director of Studies. Educations: PhD in Global Supply Chain Management MSc in Financial Management MA in Economics MBA Dr. Khan’s research explores AI-driven supply chain transparency, blockchain applications in trade, and risk mitigation strategies. His recent publications address curriculum alignment for graduate employability, supply chain finance in uncertain environments, and social sustainability in high-terrorism regions. He actively contributes to peer review for journals like IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management and Technovation . As a supervisor, he guides projects on emerging technologies and global trade, having mentored numerous undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students. His teaching portfolio spans international trade, data analytics, and research methods, emphasizing inclusive pedagogy and reflective practice. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) Dr. Khan’s work bridges academic and industry needs, addressing real-world challenges through innovative frameworks. He has served as an external examiner for doctoral research and advocates for equitable education and cutting-edge technological integration in business practices.

Mark NevittView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change Law
• National Security Law
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Mark Nevitt is an Associate Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law, specializing in environmental law with a focus on climate change's impact on legal frameworks and national security. He joined Emory Law faculty in summer 2022 after serving as an associate professor at Syracuse University College of Law and as the Distinguished Professor of Leadership and Law at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. His academic journey includes being a Sharswood Fellow and Lecturer-in-Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School from 2017-2019, where he taught climate change law and policy, and a seminar on national security law and society. Before entering academia, Nevitt served as both a tactical jet aviator and attorney (JAG) in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of commander and serving as a White House Military Social Aide. Nevitt's research focuses on the intersection of environmental law, climate change, and national security. His work addresses how climate change destabilizes traditional legal frameworks and creates new security challenges, particularly examining legal issues associated with climate adaptation, managed retreat from coastlines, and constitutional dimensions of climate policy. His scholarly work has appeared in top journals including Stanford Law Review, Vanderbilt Law Review, Washington University Law Review, and Harvard Environmental Law Review. As a frequent contributor to NYU Law's Just Security blog, Lawfare, and Penn Law's Regulatory Review, Nevitt provides expert commentary on contemporary legal issues. He is a member of the Truman National Security Project and recently completed grant-funded research via the Kleinman Center at the University of Pennsylvania addressing legal issues associated with climate adaptation. Nevitt's military background informs his legal scholarship, having flown 1,000+ flight hours as a naval aviator and served as an environmental attorney, criminal defense attorney, and ethics attorney in the Navy JAG Corps. Notably, he served as the senior legal advisor for the U.S. investigation into the Iranian detention of U.S. sailors in Farsi Island, Iran. His military awards include the Air Medal and Meritorious Service Medal (four awards). He holds a J.D. and LL.M. (with distinction) from Georgetown University Law Center and a B.S.E. from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. His expertise is frequently sought for commentary on legal issues at the intersection of environment, security, and constitutional law, as evidenced by recent media appearances discussing the Posse Comitatus Act and National Guard deployment issues.

Lucrezia NavaView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainable Business Management
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Lucrezia Nava is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Sustainable Business Management at the University of Exeter Business School. Previously, she held roles including Assistant Professor at Baruch College and Bayes Business School, and Postdoc at Cambridge Judge Business School. She earned a PhD in Management from ESADE Business School (Barcelona) with a thesis on 'Organizations in Nature: How Nature affects Organizational Practices', which was nominated for the Best PhD Thesis Award. Her multidisciplinary research focuses on organizational responses to environmental stimuli like climate change and natural disasters, blending organizational theory, behavioral strategy, and natural sciences. Education highlights include a CEMS MIM, dual Master's degrees from Bocconi and ESADE, and a Bocconi Bachelor's in Economics. She has taught extensively across institutions, receiving high teaching evaluations in courses like Management and Society, Environmental Sustainability, and Strategy & Leadership. Active in academic service, she co-founded the Sustainability PhD Community and serves on the Editorial Review Board of Organization & Environment and the Board of Directors of Project for People. Her research employs quantitative, experimental, and qualitative methods, informed by fieldwork in Brazil, India, and Benin. She has organized conferences, workshops, and seminars, and regularly reviews for top journals such as Academy of Management Review and Business Ethics Quarterly . Awards include the SMS Behavioral Strategy Interest Group Honorable Mention (2020) and Academy of Management Best Reviewer Awards (2020, 2022). Her work addresses pressing sustainability challenges, bridging organizational and natural science perspectives to inform policy and practice.

Tisha Joseph HolmesView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Socio-Ecological Resilience
• Disaster Studies
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Dr. Tisha Joseph Holmes is an Associate Professor in Urban and Regional Planning at Florida State University's College of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on climate adaptation strategies in coastal zones, socio-ecological resilience in marginalized communities, and participatory planning approaches. She holds a PhD in Urban Planning from UCLA (2015), an MPA from Columbia University (2005), and a BA from Williams College (2004). Her research emphasizes community-driven solutions to natural hazards, including sea level rise adaptation, public health preparedness, and disaster resilience in vulnerable regions like Florida and the Caribbean. Recent work explores fiscal vulnerabilities in coastal development, climate gentrification pressures, and engagement principles for climate health research. Dr. Holmes has published extensively in Journal of Environmental Planning and Management , Social Science and Medicine , and Qualitative Social Work . Her teaching integrates critical thinking with technical skills to address environmental inequities faced by marginalized groups.

Gerhard HillmerView profile

Professor

• Engineering Education
• Leadership & Project Management
• Organizational Development
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Gerhard Hillmer is a Professor and Program Director of the Industrial Engineering & Management Master's program at the Management Center Innsbruck. He holds a Dr.-Ing. in Chemical Engineering from Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (1993) and an MSc in Management from Management Center Innsbruck (2008). His career spans over 25 years in academia and industry, including leadership roles as Department Head (2009-2023) and Study Coordinator in Process Engineering. Prior to academia, he held strategic roles in ExxonMobil and Esso Italiana focusing on business planning and operations optimization. His research focuses on leadership development in engineering education, interdisciplinary competency models, and organizational change management. He has authored textbooks such as Key Competencies in Leadership and Project Work (2022) and pioneered training concepts for engineering graduates' soft skills and responsible management practices. His work emphasizes integrating non-technical competencies like conflict resolution, project management, and ethical decision-making into engineering curricula. Recent publications address global business strategies in Africa, AI-driven HR practices, and corporate ethics expectations. Hillmer has supervised over 50 theses on topics ranging from cross-cultural leadership to resilient supply chains. His presentations at international conferences highlight trends in engineering education reform and organizational transformation in VUCA environments. Notable contributions include developing the PRiME-based Responsible Management certificate and advancing qualitative research methods for change processes in manufacturing. His work bridges academic research with practical industry challenges, emphasizing sustainable career development for engineers and leadership excellence in multinational contexts.

• Risk Communication
• Crisis Management
• Disaster Communication
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Amisha Mehta is a prominent academic at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in risk communication, crisis management, and disaster communication. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in public relations, organizational trust, and emergency management. Dr. Mehta has contributed extensively to understanding trust dynamics in corporate and governmental communication during crises, particularly focusing on misinformation management, emergency warning systems, and community resilience-building strategies. Lead researcher in multiple disaster communication projects including the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC. Co-editor of the Routledge Handbook of Risk, Crisis, and Disaster Communication (2024). Published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in journals like Disasters , International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction , and Public Relations Review . Her research emphasizes practical outcomes for policymakers and practitioners, with a focus on multi-channel communication strategies, business continuity during disasters, and the role of social media in crisis response. She has advised government agencies on risk communication frameworks and participated in high-impact projects such as enhancing dam safety messaging and improving bushfire warning efficacy. Recent work explores the intersection of corporate sustainability strategies (e.g., Net Zero goals) and public trust, as well as the evolving challenges of misinformation in crisis contexts.

• Sustainability Accounting
• Transparency and Disclosure
• Modern Slavery and Human Rights
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M. Azizul Islam is a Professor in Sustainability Accounting & Transparency and holds the Chair in Accountancy at the University of Aberdeen Business School , where he also serves as Director of Research for the Accounting Discipline. He is a Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) and was awarded the Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS) in 2025 for his outstanding contributions to the social sciences. His research centers on sustainability accounting, transparency, and corporate accountability , with a focus on modern slavery disclosures, human rights in supply chains, climate change accounting, anti-bribery measures, and social audits . He investigates how transparency mechanisms can drive ethical corporate behavior, particularly in global fashion supply chains and developing economies like Bangladesh. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in analyzing modern slavery regulations, NGO activism, corporate disclosure practices, and the impact of global crises like Covid-19 on vulnerable workers. His work often employs critical and political perspectives, examining power dynamics, legitimacy, and institutional change in corporate reporting. Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS), 2025 Vice-Chancellor Excellence Award: Research Project of the Year, 2022 Vice-Chancellor Excellence Award: Research Impact, 2023 Scottish Fair-Trade Award, 2022 Finalist, Green Gown Award (2022, 2023) Finalist, Times Higher Education Awards – Project of the Year, 2023 School's Award for Excellence in Administration and Support, 2011 Dean's Award for Team Teaching Excellence, 2011 Islam has secured research funding from ACCA, CPA Australia, CAANZ, UKRI-AHRC, and GCRF-SFC , supporting projects on corporate accountability in global fashion chains. He has advised governments and NGOs, producing policy briefs for the UK and Bangladesh, and contributed to legislative reviews in New Zealand. He supervises postgraduate researchers and contributes to academic leadership as a member of the University Senate. He is affiliated with key research initiatives including the Africa-Asia Centre for Sustainability and leads projects such as Modern Slavery Transparency and Accountability Policy Projects , focusing on gender and unfair purchasing practices in global supply chains.

• Food Policy
• Emerging Food Issues
• Consumer Behavior
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Jayson Lusk is the Vice President and Dean of Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. He holds the Regents Professor title in the Department of Agricultural Economics and leads the Ferguson College of Agriculture, OSU Extension, and OSU Ag Research. With over 290 peer-reviewed articles and six books, he specializes in food policy, consumer behavior, and agricultural economics. His research spans topics like GLP-1 agonists' impact on food consumption , precision livestock farming , and animal welfare policies . Research Interests : Lusk's work focuses on food policy trade-offs, emerging technologies (e.g., biotechnology, gene editing), consumer behavioral economics, and livestock marketing. He has pioneered methods like inferred valuation and calibrated choice experiments . Recent Publications analyze plant-based meat substitution , risk preference visualization , and extreme weather's economic impacts . His articles often integrate experimental economics and neuroeconomic techniques . Scientific Honors include fellowships from the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association (AAEA) and American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) , alongside a past presidency in AAEA. Funding History features grants from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (2015–2024) addressing topics like consumer trade-offs , fairness in supply chains , and gene-edited food valuation . His career bridges academic research with policy advisory roles and extensive media engagement.

• Chemical Risk Assessment
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Environmental Safety
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Giovanni Finotto is a contract lecturer at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, specifically within the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems. Since 2009, he has held various teaching and coordinating roles in safety-related master's programs, including the Master's Degree in Science and Techniques of Prevention and Safety HSE and the Master's Degree in Sustainable Environmental Remediation. His expertise spans chemical risk assessment, occupational health and safety, and environmental safety, with significant contributions to legislative revisions and national safety committees. Education: He holds a Laurea in Industrial Chemistry with an Environmental focus from Ca' Foscari University of Venice (1994) and has undergone extensive professional training in safety, environmental management, and fire prevention. Research Interests: His research focuses on chemical risk evaluation, environmental safety, and occupational health. He has published extensively on topics such as chemical decay in stone, safety in laboratories, and risk management in various environments including schools, ports, and swimming pools. Contributions: Giovanni has authored numerous publications and guidelines, including safety protocols for archaeological sites, fire safety in educational institutions, and chemical risk management in workplaces. He has also contributed to legislative revisions regarding fire safety certifications and workplace safety regulations. Teaching and Advising: He has supervised over 330 master's theses as part of the STePS/HSE program and has been involved in designing and coordinating various safety training programs across universities and professional institutions. Professional Roles: Beyond academia, he serves as a consultant and trainer in occupational safety, environmental protection, and emergency management for public and private entities. He is a qualified fire safety expert and a member of several national safety committees.