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• Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain Network Design
• Multi-objective Optimization
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Dr. Ahmed Mohammed is an Associate Professor in Supply Chain Management and Programme Director for the MSc Supply Chain Management at the University of Birmingham, Dubai Campus. He is affiliated with the Management Department and brings over 13 years of combined academic and industrial experience from the UK and the Middle East. Educational Background: Ph.D. in Engineering, University of Portsmouth, UK (2017) MSc in Communication Network Planning and Management, University of Portsmouth, UK (2010) Lean Six Sigma – Black Belt (2022) Fellow, Higher Education Academy, UK (2022) Dr. Mohammed's research focuses on the modeling and optimization of supply chains with an emphasis on sustainability and resilience. His work spans areas such as multi-tier supplier selection, circular economy, food waste management, Industry 4.0 integration, and last-mile logistics. He employs advanced methodologies including multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) techniques like AHP, TOPSIS, and VIKOR, and develops hybrid optimization models for complex supply chain challenges. His recent publications, spanning from 2021 to 2023, reflect a strong trend in resilient and sustainable supply chain network design, pandemic-related disruptions, digital sourcing, and risk modeling under uncertainty. These works appear in high-impact journals such as International Journal of Production Research , Transportation Research Part E , Computers & Industrial Engineering , and Expert Systems with Applications . Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Fellow, Higher Education Academy, UK (2022) Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (2022) Fellow Member, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Member, MCDM Society Dr. Mohammed has secured multiple research grants from MOHERI, Oman, including projects on last-mile logistics sustainability, supply chain resilience, and online food waste management. He actively supervises research students and serves as a reviewer for leading journals including International Journal of Production Economics (IJPE) , Transportation Research Part D (TRD) , Omega , and International Journal of Production Research (IJPR) . He is also an external academic program reviewer for logistics-related programs and contributes to the academic community through peer review and collaborative research.

• Food Systems
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Impact Assessment
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V. Linderhof is a researcher at Wageningen Economic Research , focusing on biodiversity conservation, food systems transformation, and environmental policy analysis. Active in EU-funded projects like NEXOGENESIS and MINDVAL, they combine spatial modeling, socioeconomic data, and nature-based solutions to address global sustainability challenges. Current projects: Stewardship Economy, Climate-Resilient Food Systems, Nitrogen Reduction Policy Evaluation Research domains: Environment & Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Urban Food Security Their recent work examines biodiversity-water-food-energy-climate nexus dynamics, circular economy strategies, and dietary equity through system dynamics and geospatial approaches. Key contributions include frameworks for policy effectiveness assessment and participatory modeling in Sub-Saharan Africa. Publications reflect interdisciplinary methodological innovations spanning: Machine learning for environmental uncertainty analysis Mobile data collection in urban Uganda Nature-based adaptation pathways Economic valuation of biodiversity Policy integration frameworks As a lead project coordinator, Linderhof bridges academic research with practical implementation through: Collaborative workshops with stakeholders Interactive policy simulation tools Media engagement on biodiversity challenges Open-access dataset development (e.g., SIM4NEXUS baseline data)

Madeline BaerView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Political Economy
• Human Rights
• Water Policy
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Madeline Baer is an Associate Professor in the Diplomacy & World Affairs department at Occidental College , appointed in 2019 and serving as Department Chair. Her work bridges global political economy, human rights, and water governance, with a regional focus on Latin America. Education : B.A. from American University; M.A. and Ph.D. from University of California, Irvine. Her research explores how states, markets, and civil society intersect in water policy, particularly through the lens of human rights. She analyzes neoliberal frameworks, privatization debates, and participatory governance models. Her 2017 book Stemming the Tide examines the implications of defining water access as a human right, while her current project investigates evolving international law on economic and social rights. Google Scholar articles reveal a focus on water privatization, transnational advocacy, and the tension between neoliberalism and human rights. Themes include institutional reform, citizen participation, and the role of state capacity in ensuring equitable water governance across Latin America and the Global South. Teaching Introduction to Global Political Economy , Human Rights in Latin America , and Globalization and Development , she emphasizes interdisciplinary connections and civic engagement, reflecting Occidental College’s liberal arts ethos.

• Marine Renewable Energy
• Offshore Engineering
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
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Giuseppe Giorgi is a fixed-term researcher at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS), Politecnico di Torino. He serves as Scientific Coordinator for multiple EU-funded projects including MERMAIDS, BLUE-X, and AIMS, and leads commercial research contracts for offshore wind microclimate studies. Research focuses on hybrid offshore platforms integrating Floating Offshore Wind Turbines (FOWTs) with Wave Energy Converters (WECs) Expertise in nonlinear hydrodynamics , fluid-structure interaction , and experimental validation through lab tests and sea trials Research Interests : Marine Renewable Energy Systems Nonlinear Dynamic Modeling Mechanical and Techno-Economic Optimization Hybrid Wind-Wave Energy Platforms Parametric Resonance Energy Harvesters Scientific Achievements : 2022: IFAC CAMS Best Paper Award 2022: Institution of Civil Engineers - Baker Medal 2022: AIMETA Junior Mechanics of Machines Award 2023: IFToMM Bronze Best Student Paper Award Academic Leadership includes supervising 6 PhD students and teaching Numerical Modeling of Marine Energy Converters (PhD level). His 15 most recent publications focus on wave energy converter optimization, floating wind turbine dynamics, and hybrid offshore energy systems with applications in the Mediterranean Sea and North Sea.

Laura BakkensenView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Economics
• Climate Change Policy
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Laura Bakkensen is the Mikesell Professor in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics at the University of Oregon's Department of Economics. Her research focuses on the economic impacts of natural disasters, particularly tropical cyclones and floods, using applied microeconometric techniques to analyze global risk patterns and inform policy on insurance regulation, post-disaster aid, and adaptation projects. Ph.D., Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, Yale University M.Sc., Environment and Development, London School of Economics B.A., Economics, Whitman College Her scholarly work explores: Economic consequences of climate change and disaster risk Flood cost assessment methodologies across North America Insurance market dynamics under climate uncertainty Behavioral economics of disaster preparedness Policy effectiveness in coastal and floodplain management International collaboration in climate impact research Scientific awards include: National Academies Gulf Research Program Early-Career Fellowship (2017-2019) JEEM Best Paper Award (2020) She has advised international initiatives through the National Science Foundation and Fulbright Teaching Grant to South Korea, with current research spanning three continents and involving interdisciplinary collaborations with climate scientists, hydrologists, and policy makers. Her methodological innovations in flood economic impact assessment have been adopted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Anton PichlerView profile

Researcher

• Supply Chain Analytics
• Complex Economic Networks
• Systemic Risk
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Anton Pichler is a researcher at the Institute for Transport and Logistics Management at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU). His work focuses on mapping global supply chains and economic networks to enhance resilience and sustainability. He previously held a James S. McDonnell Fellowship at the Complexity Science Hub in Vienna and completed his PhD in Mathematics at the University of Oxford. Education: Master’s in Quantitative Finance (WU), PhD in Mathematics (Oxford) Pichler’s research explores the interplay between microeconomic interactions and macroeconomic dynamics through complex network structures. He investigates how localized disruptions—such as those during the Covid-19 pandemic—can cascade globally, affecting supply chains, labor markets, and financial systems. His work bridges economics, climate science, and network theory. His recent publications emphasize granular supply network data for climate transitions, pandemic shock propagation, and systemic risk optimization. Collaborations with institutions like the OECD and policy engagement through G20’s Think20 highlight his impact on global frameworks. Scientific Awards: James S. McDonnell Fellowship Anton appreciates WU’s world-class infrastructure and collaborative environment, noting the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork in advancing his research agenda.

Jan ŠtemberkView profile

Associate Professor

• Modern Economic and Social History
• History of Tourism
• History of Travel and Leisure
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Jan Štemberk is Associate Professor ( docent ) of Economic and Social History at the Faculty of Humanities , Charles University in Prague, where he teaches and conducts research in the Department of Historical Studies . Holding advanced degrees in both History and Law, he specialises in the history of tourism, travel, transport and leisure in the Czech lands and Czechoslovakia from the late 19th to the 20th century. Education and Academic Career 2000 – MA, Two-field History, Faculty of Arts, Charles University, Prague 2003 – MA, Section of Law, Faculty of Law, Charles University, Prague 2004 – PhD, Economic and Social History, Faculty of Arts, Charles University, Prague 2011 – Habilitation as Associate Professor of Economic and Social History, Faculty of Arts, Charles University, Prague Research Focus Professor Štemberk’s work explores how modern societies have organised mobility and leisure. His investigations centre on: The evolution of automobile and railway transport in Central Europe The institutional, legal and technological frameworks governing travel and tourism The social and cultural dimensions of leisure practices under state-socialist and wartime regimes He combines archival legal analysis with social-historical perspectives, producing both monographs and policy-oriented studies. Selected Publications & Trends Across more than fifty scholarly outputs, Štemberk consistently addresses the intersection of law, technology and everyday life. His monographs trace the regulation of motor traffic from the Habsburg Empire through the First Republic to the Protectorate era, while comparative articles illuminate tourism networks in Nazi-dominated Europe. Recent work broadens the lens to post-1945 leisure movements and the environmental implications of mass mobility in Czechoslovakia. Research Grants & Leadership 2018–present: Principal Investigator, Czech Century of Motorism (NAKI II, Ministry of Culture) 2016–2018: Co-Investigator, Under the Supervision of the Third Reich: Tourism 1939–1945 (Czech Science Foundation) 2015–2017: Research-team member, “Small” and “Big” History of Czech(oslovak) Travel and Tourism (GAČR) 2007–2009 & 2005–2007: Earlier GAČR and Ministry of Education projects on tourism limits, regional identity and professional training Public Engagement Professor Štemberk frequently contributes to public history initiatives. He has given interviews to Týden magazine and Czech Radio on the history of tourism and road regulations, helping disseminate academic findings to broader audiences.

Marta ZanioloView profile

Assistant Professor

• Water Resources Planning and Management
• Drought Modeling
• Climate Change Adaptation
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Marta Zaniolo serves as an Assistant Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University since January 2024, addressing critical water sustainability challenges through integrated hydrology, machine learning, and systems modeling approaches. Her work focuses on ensuring equitable water access amid climate change, scarcity, and competing demands across diverse spatial scales. Her academic foundation includes: B.S. in Environmental Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2014) M.S. in Environmental Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2017) Ph.D. in Information Technology (Environmental Intelligence Lab) from Politecnico di Milano (2020) Postdoctoral Research at Stanford University (2020-2023) Dr. Zaniolo's research integrates water resources planning , drought modeling , and climate adaptation with cutting-edge machine learning techniques including reinforcement learning and feature extraction. The ZEDD Lab develops computational models that synthesize climate, hydrological, and socio-economic data to enhance decision-making for water security. Her work emphasizes real-world applicability through stakeholder engagement and participatory design, particularly in vulnerable regions like the Omo-Turkana basin where mismanaged infrastructure operations can trigger socio-ecological conflicts. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) development of synthetic weather generators (e.g., FIND model) for precise drought characterization, (2) neuro-evolutionary algorithms for multi-objective reservoir control under climate uncertainty, and (3) quantification of flexibility value in water infrastructure planning. These studies consistently bridge technical innovation with equity considerations, particularly in transboundary water systems. She leads the Zaniolo Lab for Environmental Data and Decisions (ZEDD Lab), which operates at the intersection of hydrology, systems modeling, and machine learning. The lab's framework combines computational water system dynamics with stakeholder-inclusive approaches to develop decision support tools for extreme event preparedness. Current projects focus on urban drought resilience, dam reoperation strategies for climate extremes, and heat-substance use risk intersections in rural communities, all grounded in case studies spanning California, Ethiopia, and the American South.

Lari HadelanView profile

Associate Professor

• The role of agriculture in economic development
• Food industry
• Entrepreneurship in Agriculture and Agribusiness
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Lari Hadelan serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development within the Division for Agroeconomy and Informatics at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Agriculture. She has been continuously employed at the institution since 2004, progressing from Research Novice (2004-2010) to Senior Assistant (2010-2014), Assistant Professor (2014-2019), and currently Associate Professor (2019-present). Her academic credentials include: PhD in Agricultural Economics (2008-2010) from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb, with dissertation on "Multi-criteria decision making in comparative analysis of the blackberry production" Master of Science in Agricultural Economics (2004-2008) from the same institution, thesis on "Applying a Real Option model on business decision making in olive production" Mag.ing. of Agricultural Economics (1995-2000) from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb Professor Hadelan's research centers on agricultural economics with emphasis on the role of agriculture in economic development , food industry dynamics , entrepreneurship in agribusiness , and rural non-agricultural activities . Her methodology consistently applies quantitative decision analysis to evaluate agricultural systems and rural development strategies, bridging theoretical economics with practical policy applications. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on multi-criteria decision analysis applied to agricultural challenges since 2008, evolving from blackberry production systems (2013) and dairy company assessments (2016) to contemporary irrigation planning (2020) and sustainable rural development metrics (2020). Her work demonstrates increasing integration of environmental sustainability concepts within agricultural economic frameworks. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. She has coordinated over a dozen research and teaching projects since 2007, primarily as principal investigator for Ministry of Science and Education (MZO/MZOS) grants, University of Zagreb initiatives, and European programs including Erasmus+ and the European Social Fund. Current leadership includes the "EcoHarmony" Erasmus+ project (2024-2027) focused on circular economy in agriculture. International collaboration defines her academic engagement through teaching and research at institutions across Germany, Slovenia, Poland, Netherlands, Serbia, and Russia since 2005, complemented by project coordination for Croatia's Rural Development Program cost calculations since 2015.

• International Political Economy
• International Trade
• EU External Relations
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Jens Ladefoged Mortensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science , University of Copenhagen , specializing in the EU as a global trade actor and WTO governance . He teaches courses in International Relations , International Political Economy , and Global Environmental Governance , with administrative roles including Section Coordinator for International Relations and Organizer of the IPE Group . Research Focus : EU external trade policy, WTO Dispute Settlement, TTIP/Trade Agreements, Basel Process Trade Finance, and the intersection of Constructivism with IPE in analyzing economic globalization. Teaching Experience : Undergraduate courses (International Relations, Political Science), Postgraduate courses (WTO Governance, Global Environmental Governance), and guest lectures in Political Risk Analysis. Research Funding includes EU Framework 7 project Global Re-ordering: Evolution through European Networks (2012-14) and multiple Danish Social Science Council grants (2005-2004). Public Engagement spans 121 Press/Media appearances (TV, radio, print), policy workshops at the House of Lords (2014), and debates with institutions like DEO and DIIS . Academic Network : Affiliated with Centre for European Politics , Research Group on Climate, Environment and Change , and Asian Dynamics at UCPH.

Antti PirinenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human-Centered Design
• Participatory Design
• Collaborative Design
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Antti Pirinen is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Aalto University. His work bridges spatial design and service design, focusing on human-centered, participatory, and collaborative approaches in the built environment. Key research areas include resident-driven housing development, critical analysis of dwellings, and the integration of service design in spatial contexts. Honors : Nominated for the 2023 History Book of the Year award for 'Perkeleitä ja enkeleitä – Ahlqvistien maailmat'. Antti's research explores emerging design practices in public sector governance, smart home technologies in cohousing, and the role of design in urban administration. His publications highlight interdisciplinary intersections between spatial efficiency, shared resources, and technological integration. He has contributed to collaborative housing models through tools like the 'SmartUp Fact Sheet' and design games for shared space development. His work emphasizes inclusivity, with studies on universal design for elderly and disabled populations.

Price V. FishbackView profile

Professor

• Economic history
• Labor Economics
• Law and economics
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Price V. Fishback is a Regents Professor and APS Professor of Economics at the Eller College of Management, University of Arizona, where he has served since 1990 and was appointed Thomas R. Brown Professor in 2010. He maintains significant external affiliations as a research affiliate at the Centre for Economic History (Australian National University), CAGE Fellow (Warwick University), program scholar for the Hoover Program on Regulation and the Rule of Law, TIAA-CREF Institute fellow, and National Bureau of Economic Research research associate. His educational background includes a PhD in Economics from the University of Washington (1983). Professor Fishback specializes in Economic History , with groundbreaking research on the political economy of Roosevelt's New Deal, examining federal spending impacts on local economies through rigorous microeconomic analysis. His work extends to Progressive Era labor legislation, World War II economic mobilization, and agricultural responses to climate and policy shifts. He integrates historical datasets with modern econometric techniques to evaluate how government interventions reshape labor markets, crime rates, and demographic outcomes during crises. His publication pattern reveals sustained focus on Depression-era policies, with recent work expanding into racial disparities in New Deal relief and institutional foundations of labor relations. This trajectory demonstrates consistent methodological innovation in cliometrics while addressing enduring questions about state capacity and economic resilience. His scientific recognition includes: Arthur Cole Prize (2015) and Cole Prize (1996-1997) for Journal of Economic History articles Cliometric Society Fellowship (2013) and Exceptional Support Award (2002) Richard A. Lester Prize (2000) and Paul Samuelson Award (2000) University of Arizona Graduate College Teaching Award (2016) Jonathan R.T. Hughes Award for Economic History Teaching (2015) Eleven MBA Outstanding Faculty Awards across multiple programs Fishback's teaching excellence is evidenced by repeated MBA program honors since 1999, while his research program leverages institutional support from NBER, TIAA-CREF, and Hoover Institution networks. Though specific grant details aren't enumerated, his multi-decade publication stream in top journals reflects sustained research funding. His leadership in economic history is further demonstrated through editorial roles and datasets shared via OPENICPSR.

• Postcolonial Geographies
• Development Geography
• Cultural Geography
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Professor Cheryl Mcewan is a leading geographer at Durham University specializing in postcolonial development, cultural politics, and ethical consumption. Affiliated with the Department of Geography, she holds a PhD from Loughborough University and has held academic positions at Swansea, Birmingham, and Durham since 2003. Her research spans three interconnected themes: (1) Ethical consumption in the Global South, including ESRC-funded work on sustainable food systems in Brazil/China/South Africa; (2) Citizenship and democratic transformation in South Africa, examining gendered experiences and ethical trade in the wine industry; (3) Decolonial theory in geography, explored through her Routledge publications. Current projects include mobile app development for sustainable wildflower harvesting with Flower Valley Conservation Trust. Key publications reveal consistent focus on postcolonial ethics, with recent work analyzing pandemic street art, solar energy transitions, and multispecies storytelling. Her 15 most recent articles demonstrate methodological diversity across South Africa, East Africa, and the UK, emphasizing place-based ethical economies and challenging Eurocentric development paradigms. ESRC GCRF Peer Review College member International Advisor to South Africa’s National Research Foundation Commonwealth Scholarship Commission panel member As an active supervisor, she mentors PhD students including Nawal Ali Watali while leading major grants like the £584k ESRC project on sustainable consumption. Her work bridges academic research and practical impact through partnerships with NGOs and policymakers, particularly in biodiversity conservation and ethical trade certification systems.

Shoshanah InwoodView profile

Associate Professor

• Rural Sociology
• Agriculture and Society
• Community and Economic Development
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Shoshanah Inwood is an Associate Professor at The Ohio State University’s School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR), specializing in rural sociology and the intersection of agriculture, environment, and society. Her research addresses community and economic development through themes like health and well-being in food systems, social factors affecting farm growth, and food system resilience during disasters. She co-directs the Center for Community and Working Landscapes in Wooster, Ohio, integrating qualitative and quantitative methods to study agricultural sustainability. Degrees in rural sociology, environmental science, and biology Co-director of the Center for Community and Working Landscapes USDA-AFRI and CDC-funded projects Her recent work focuses on rural childcare’s economic impacts, health insurance access for farm families, and the emotional dimensions of farming. Projects include the Ohio Farm Poll, Pathways to Prosperity, and emergency management studies. She contributes to extension resources and policy briefs, emphasizing the need to integrate household-level social needs into agricultural policy. Notable projects and affiliations include: Center for Community and Working Landscapes USDA-AFRI Health Insurance Project Pathways to Prosperity Project CDC Childcare Safety Project

Tehzeeb ZulfiqarView profile

Research Fellow

• Epidemiology
• Population Health
• Public Health Policy
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Dr. Tehzeeb Zulfiqar is a Research Fellow at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health at the Australian National University (ANU) and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Health Services Academy in Pakistan. With over 30 years of experience in public health policy and research across Pakistan and Australia, she brings extensive expertise in epidemiology, program evaluation, and health systems strengthening. Her current work focuses on the evaluation of the Australian Pathogen Genomics Program (AusPathoGen) using realist theory, examining the utility and cost-effectiveness of genomic-based public health responses and capacity transformation with emphasis on end-user acceptability. Dr. Zulfiqar's educational background includes: PhD in Public Health from the Australian National University Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Australian National University MPhil in Reproductive Physiology from Quaid-i-Azam University MSc in Community Nutrition from Allama Iqbal Open University MBBS from Army Medical College Dr. Zulfiqar's research spans genomic epidemiology, immigrant health, and environmental health challenges. Her primary focus is on genomic surveillance systems and their implementation in public health practice, particularly through her leadership in evaluating Australia's national pathogen genomics program. She has conducted extensive studies on obesity patterns, health disparities, and cultural adaptation among immigrant populations in Australia, examining intergenerational differences in body image standards and dietary practices. Her environmental health research has gained prominence following Australia's devastating bushfire seasons, where she investigated community perceptions of smoke exposure and the effectiveness of public health communication during environmental disasters. Her work demonstrates how housing conditions, individual risk perception, and public health advice interact during climate-related emergencies. Dr. Zulfiqar's publication record shows a clear trajectory toward integrating advanced genomic technologies with practical public health applications while maintaining a strong commitment to health equity. Her recent work spans from technical evaluations of genomic surveillance systems to critical examinations of public health terminology and its impact on marginalized communities, particularly regarding the problematic use of terms like 'culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD).' Dr. Zulfiqar has supervised multiple students including Hesham Al-Sharani, Russell Tolentino, and Alfi Fatima Yudani. She has been involved in numerous significant research projects, including the third-party evaluation of Pakistan's Lady Health Workers program conducted by Oxford Policy Management, UK, where she served as national lead. Her teaching experience includes Family Medicine, Public Health Nutrition, Life Style Medicine, and serving as a tutor at the ANU Medical School for 8 years. Dr. Zulfiqar is actively involved in multiple research teams, most notably as a key researcher in the Australian Pathogen Genomics Program evaluation and the Timor-Leste One Health Bacteria Enteropathy and Nutrition (BEN) Study (2023-2027). Her interdisciplinary approach bridges epidemiology, social sciences, and public health practice to address complex health challenges both in Australia and internationally.