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• Sustainable Tourism
• Economic Policy
• Tourism Management
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Judit Zoltan is an Assistant Professor (fixed-term) in the Department of Economics at the University of Bologna. Her academic discipline focuses on Economic Policy (ECON-02/A). She teaches courses such as 'Green Transition for Sustainable Destinations,' 'Principles of Management,' and 'Tourist Behavior,' emphasizing sustainability and policy applications. Her research interests center on sustainable tourism development, urban requalification effects on tourism, and traveler behavior analysis. Recent work explores air traveler preferences for weight-based pricing, intermodal transport in peripheral urban areas, and green transitions in coastal destinations. She has contributed to understanding spatial behavior of tourists through destination card consumption and policy frameworks for net-zero cities. Dr. Zoltan holds office hours every Thursday at 3 PM. Her publications span environmental economics, transportation studies, and hospitality management, with a focus on bridging policy and practical tourism challenges.

Kritish RajbhandariView profile

Assistant Professor

• South Asian Literature
• African Literature
• Indian Ocean Cultures
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Kritish Rajbhandari is an Assistant Professor of English and Humanities at Reed College, affiliated with the English Department and the Division of Literature and Languages. Their work bridges South Asian and African literature, Indian Ocean studies, and postcolonial theory. They teach in Reed's Humanities 110 interdisciplinary program and the Comparative Race and Ethnicity Studies (CRES) program. Research focuses on Indian Ocean literary networks, examining how contemporary novels reimagine cultural encounters and migration through oceanic frameworks. Their award-winning PhD dissertation, honored with the ACLA’s Charles Bernheimer Prize (2020), forms the basis of an upcoming book project. Translation work includes children's poetry from Nepal Bhasa to English, with an upcoming bilingual edition of Durgalal Shrestha's poetry. Recent publications engage with oceanic humanities, exploring themes like migratory narratives, archival silences, and queer diaspora. Their scholarship critiques colonial maritime histories while proposing new aesthetic frameworks for understanding transoceanic exchanges. Current projects emphasize decolonial approaches to literary analysis and the epistemologies of marginalized oceanic voices.

Henry XuView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Supply Chain Management
• E-commerce
• Green Manufacturing
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Dr. Henry Xu is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on supply chain management, e-commerce operations, and sustainable business practices. He has extensive publication records in high-impact journals and book chapters. His research interests include: Blockchain applications in supply chains Green manufacturing strategies Digital product pricing models Omnichannel logistics optimization Corporate social responsibility in supply networks Key publication trends demonstrate expertise in: Game-theoretic supply chain models Technology-driven logistics solutions Sustainability-oriented operations Demand uncertainty management Smart manufacturing systems

Alison ConwayView profile

Professor

• Urban Freight and City Logistics
• Non-motorized Transportation
• Freight Data Analysis
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Alison J. Conway is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at City College of New York (CCNY). Her research focuses on urban freight systems, non-motorized transportation, and the integration of logistics into dense urban environments. She specializes in analyzing the impacts of modern delivery practices, sustainable cargo cycling, and policy frameworks for urban freight resilience. Dr. Conway’s work addresses challenges such as residential delivery dynamics, commercial vehicle parking optimization, and the social effects of logistics facilities. Her recent studies investigate proximity logistics models and eco-transfer systems, emphasizing low-carbon solutions. She has also explored pandemic-era transportation adaptations and curriculum design to improve engineering education outcomes. Her publications span over two decades, with a focus on New York City case studies. Key themes include freight system resilience, multimodal conflicts, and the role of technology in improving urban freight efficiency. While no specific academic awards are listed, her extensive body of work reflects sustained contributions to transportation policy and infrastructure planning. Dr. Conway’s advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided materials, but her research collaborations are evident through workshop proceedings and multi-institutional project publications. She is affiliated with CCNY’s Steinman Hall, contributing to both academic and applied transportation research initiatives.

Awais Aziz ShahView profile

Lecturer

• Software-Defined Networks (SDN)
• Network Function Virtualisation (NFV)
• Internet-of-Space Things
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Dr. Awais Aziz Shah is a Lecturer in the School of Computing Science at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the Glasgow Systems Section (GLASS) and Netlab (Networked Systems Research Laboratory). His research focuses on Software-Defined Networks (SDN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and resilient network architectures. He holds a PhD from Politecnico di Bari, Italy, where his thesis involved SDN-based frameworks for VNF orchestration in optical networks. He has collaborated with industry partners like SMOptics and Experis, and worked as a Research Fellow on Scotland’s 5G testbed projects. His research interests span container networking, edge computing, anomaly detection, and cybersecurity. He leads projects like COCOON (Horizon Europe) for power grid cyber protection and ECO-INSIGHT (EPSRC) for sustainability-driven AI systems. He supervises PhD students in areas like NFV orchestration and virtual reality applications. He teaches Advanced Networked Systems, Networks and Operating Systems, and Secured Software Engineering courses. Key grants include ORBICULAR (EPSRC) for satellite image recognition and COCOON for smart grid cybersecurity. His work emphasizes practical solutions for low-latency, energy-efficient networks and resilient systems.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Informatics Engineering
• Transportation Management
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Professor Dzemydienė Dalė holds a prominent academic role at the Regional Development Institute of Vilnius University's Šiauliai Academy. Previously, she served as a professor at Mykolas Romeris University (2009–2017) and Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (2017–2023). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Mathematics and Informatics (1995) and a habilitation (2004). She has extensive experience in research, including roles at the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics and the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences. Her research focuses on artificial intelligence, knowledge-based systems, and e-service design, with notable contributions to transportation logistics, data-driven decision-making, and ICT in education. She has led projects like the Smart Specialization initiative (2022–2023) and contributed to international collaborations, including internships at Foggia and Valencia Universities. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary applications, integrating IoT, GIS, and AI to address challenges in cargo management, environmental monitoring, and sustainable development. She actively participates in academic organizations such as the Lithuanian Computer Society and the European Operations Research Association.

Shabbar JaffryView profile

Professor

• Economics
• Renewable Energy Investment
• Labour Market Analysis
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Shabbar Jaffry is a Professor of Economics at the University of Portsmouth , affiliated with the Faculty of Business & Law and School of Accounting, Economics and Finance . He is associated with the Centre for Blue Governance and Centre for Operational Research & Logistics, focusing on policy-oriented economic research. Education : Not explicitly stated in the text Research Interests span multiple domains including labour economics (wage differentials, employment patterns in Pakistan), renewable energy (oil price impacts on investment in Africa), banking sector analysis (market power in GCC countries), cultural tourism (British Museum valuation, Crete green hotels), and defence economics (naval manpower planning, military facility contraction). His work integrates econometric modeling, choice experiments, and policy evaluation. Scientific Trends (2013-2024) show consistent focus on Energy transition dynamics (4 publications) Defence and military economics (5 publications) Financial market volatility (7 publications) Labour market analysis (6 publications) Scientific Contributions include 118 research outputs with significant citations in marine policy (16), land economics (203), and applied economics (59). Notable work on Granger causality tests , volatility spillovers , and fisheries economics has influenced policy discussions.

• Urban Planning
• Transportation Engineering
• Environmental Monitoring
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Alonso Espinosa Mireles de Villafranca is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Civil Engineering within the Faculty of Built Environment at Tampere University. His work focuses on urban sustainability, transportation systems, environmental monitoring, and network science. He holds a strong background in analyzing public transport systems, crowd-sourced data analysis, and the impact of climate factors on urban environments. His research interests include optimizing multi-modal transport networks, improving urban environmental quality through citizen science, and addressing summertime heat exposure through multidisciplinary approaches. He has conducted studies on traffic management for altruistic vehicles, indoor environmental monitoring, and mobility patterns during special events like Helsinki's Vappu celebrations. Key contributions include developing evaluation frameworks for public transport connectivity and exploring the role of network morphology in traffic dynamics. His work often integrates data science techniques with urban planning challenges, emphasizing real-world applications in Finnish urban contexts.

• ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
• Eco-informatics
• Semantic Technologies
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Dr. Trina Myers is a researcher at James Cook University Queensland , with a focus on interdisciplinary applications of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in environmental science, healthcare, and education. Her work spans eco-informatics , semantic technologies , and human-computer interaction , particularly in co-design methodologies for marginalized communities. Key Affiliations: James Cook University Queensland Research Themes: Sensor networks, coral reef modeling, telemedicine, educational technology Dr. Myers' recent publications highlight trends in dynamic optimization for logistics, health data quality analysis, and co-design frameworks for special education. Her work often integrates gamification and collaborative tools to address real-world challenges in sustainability and healthcare. She has contributed to advancing ontology development and environmental monitoring systems , with projects like the Tropical Data Hub and Semantic Reef platform. While no explicit awards or advisees are documented in the provided corpus, her collaborations span disaster management , marine conservation , and inclusive technology design .

Mario MarinelliView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Mobility
• Transportation Engineering
• Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
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Mario Marinelli is an Associate Professor at the University of Sannio , affiliated with the Department of Transport under the School of Engineering . His research focuses on sustainable mobility, freight transport optimization, hydrogen vehicle applications, and emission reduction strategies. Academic Rank: Associate Professor University: University of Sannio School: School of Engineering Department: Department of Transport Research Interests: Marinelli's work spans transportation systems, with emphasis on low-emission vehicles, fuel cell electric freight transport, and algorithmic approaches to traffic assignment. He has contributed to hydrogen infrastructure modeling, waste management optimization, and demand-responsive urban mobility solutions. His studies frequently involve simulation models and policy impact assessments. Publication Trends: Recent articles address eco-ADAS systems, freight network design, and hydrogen traction. Subfields include emission reduction at signalized intersections, multi-objective transport optimization, and berth allocation using bio-inspired algorithms. Keywords span sustainability, freight logistics, and computational methods.

• Management
• Aeronautics
• Tourism
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José Manuel Vicente is an Assistant Professor at Universidade Lusófona since 2009, affiliated with the School of Economic and Organizational Sciences. He holds a PhD in Management with a focus on Aeronautical Management from the University of Évora, a Master's in Business Management, an Executive MBA in Air Transport Management, and a degree in Management from Universidade Nova de Lisboa. Researcher at CETRAD - Intrepid Lab (Porto) Member of ADEGI and Scientific Board of the International Journal of Social Science and Innovative Technology His research spans Management , Aeronautics , Digital Marketing , E-learning , and Sustainable Tourism , with a focus on empirical modeling using PLS regression. Recent work explores post-pandemic education transitions, leadership dynamics, and socio-economic impacts of island development policies. Authored 20+ Scopus-indexed articles Co-authored 30+ international conference proceedings Published a book on Digital Marketing and a chapter on Education He has supervised 22 master's theses and collaborated with 31 researchers, emphasizing methodological rigor in studies of aviation, education, and sustainable development.

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Energy Storage
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Kevin LEMOINE is a Researcher at the Clermont-Ferrand Institute of Chemistry , affiliated with Université Clermont Auvergne . His work focuses on fluorinated materials for energy storage applications, employing advanced synthesis techniques such as solid-gas fluorination, solvothermal methods, and high-pressure processes. He holds a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from Le Mans University (2019) and completed postdoctoral research in Japan under the JSPS Fellowship (2020–2023). His research emphasizes sustainable synthesis approaches to limit hazardous fluorine sources, with applications in batteries and environmental technologies. Education : PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, Le Mans University (2016–2019) Master's in Innovative Materials, UCBL/INSA Lyon (2016) Bachelor's in Physics-Chemistry, University of Lille 1 (2014) Research Themes : Develops fluorinated materials via solid-gas reactions (e.g., F₂), solvothermal routes, and high-pressure synthesis. Projects include novel electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries, structural transitions in fluorides, and eco-friendly fluorination methods. Labs/Teams : Contributes to the Institut Clermontois de Chimie Fine (ICCF) , leveraging expertise in fluorination under controlled conditions (100 mg–100 g scales) and secure fluorination lines.

• Cultural Heritage Management
• Sustainable Tourism Development
• Cultural Identity Studies
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Nataša Urošević is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Tourism, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia. She specializes in cultural heritage management, sustainable tourism, and European cultural identity studies. Her academic roles include teaching courses on Croatian cultural history, heritage management, and special interest tourism. Dr. Urošević holds a PhD from the University of Rijeka (2012), with prior degrees from the University of Padua (Italy) and the University of Pula. She has contributed to EU projects such as ADRIFORT and ArchaeoCulTour, focusing on fortified heritage and archaeological tourism. Her research emphasizes transnational cultural routes, stakeholder participation in heritage management, and post-pandemic tourism recovery strategies. Key research interests include: Sustainable development of cultural heritage sites Urban regeneration in historic Mediterranean cities Cultural identity articulation through tourism Transnational heritage networks and European identity She has organized major conferences like the 2018 Borders and Crossings Conference on Travel Writing and the FORTIC International Conference. Her awards include the Richard Plaschka Fellowship (Austria) and Thesaurus Poloniae Fellowship (Poland) for projects on Adriatic heritage and urban regeneration. Before academia, she worked as a journalist for Jutarnji list and in publishing for a decade, contributing to media promotion of cultural tourism destinations like Brijuni Islands.

• Tourism
• Cultural Heritage Management
• Transformative Tourism
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Dr. Romana Lekić is a Professor and Head of the Department of Tourism at Edward Bernays College in Zagreb. She also holds a permanent position as a Professor of Professional Studies and is a Member of the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts' Scientific Board for Tourism and Space. Her extensive career includes roles as Chair of the Tourism Department and Deputy Dean for Development at the former Ven Institute, now integrated into Edward Bernays College. She earned her doctorate in Cultural Anthropology from Zagreb's Faculty of Philosophy with a thesis on Croatia's traditional heritage and cultural tourism. Her research focuses on transformative tourism, cultural heritage interpretation, and sustainable development. Key areas include revitalizing rural tourism through water resources, religious tourism case studies (e.g., Križevci), and integrating intangible cultural heritage into destination branding. She actively participates in EU-funded cultural and tourism projects, emphasizing community engagement and diaspora connections through initiatives like the Glagolitic Colony project in Plomin, which won international awards. Lekić has authored over 70 academic publications, delivered keynote speeches at international conferences, and taught at institutions in Slovenia and Montenegro. She mentors tourism professionals and has reviewed over 200 student theses. Professional affiliations include AZVO (Higher Education Accreditation Agency), the Croatian Tourist Board (UHPA), and various cultural organizations such as the Glagolitic Society and the Kamelija Opatija Society. Her awards include the 2020 Milenijski Competition First Prize and the 'Simply the best' tourism award for her innovative heritage projects. She advocates for education in experience economy principles and transformative leadership, combining academic rigor with practical tourism management strategies.

• Machine Learning
• Optimization
• Control Systems
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Bo Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of California, Berkeley . His research bridges statistical theory with applications in machine learning, optimization, and autonomous systems. Education: PhD in Statistics (2006), advised by Peter Bickel Email: boliboli@gmail.com Bo Li's research focuses on machine learning , control systems , and energy-efficient optimization . His work addresses challenges in autonomous vehicle navigation, solar panel positioning, and stochastic energy routing problems. Key themes include predictive control frameworks, multi-agent coordination, and uncertainty handling in dynamic systems. Recent publications highlight 2025 and 2024 advancements in model predictive control (MPC) , generalized Nash equilibrium for autonomous racing, and stochastic optimization for energy systems. His work spans vehicle routing , solar energy tracking , and multi-agent control , emphasizing data-driven approaches and real-world validation.