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David Newbery serves as Professor of Applied Economics at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Economics since 1988 and Research Director of the Electricity Policy Research Group (EPRG). His career spans prestigious appointments including Visiting Professorships at Stanford, Princeton, UC Berkeley, and Imperial College London, alongside significant policy roles at the World Bank and IMF. His research focuses on electricity market design , climate policy economics , and transport pricing , addressing critical challenges in energy transition and regulatory frameworks. Key contributions include foundational work on supply function equilibria, market power assessment in liberalized utilities, and optimal climate policy instruments. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent leadership in energy market restructuring (1990s-2000s) renewables integration economics (2000s-2010s) climate policy-market power interactions (2000s-present) with methodological strengths in game theory and empirical industrial organization. Major recognitions include: CBE (2012 Birthday Honours) Frisch Medal (1990) Fellowships of Econometric Society and British Academy IAEE Outstanding Contributions Award (2003) Honorary Degree from University of Antwerp (2004) Newbery's policy impact extends through World Bank advisory roles (1981-83 as Division Chief of Public Economics), IMF consultations (1987), and sustained engagement with European energy regulators via EPRG. His work informs critical infrastructure pricing frameworks globally, particularly in electricity and transport sectors. He leads the Electricity Policy Research Group at Cambridge, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between economists, engineers, and policy experts to address energy transition challenges through rigorous market design analysis.

• Electricity Policy Research
• Market Design and Behaviour
• Transmission Access Pricing
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Prof. Tina Wakolbinger is a Professor at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) , where she serves as Deputy Head of the Institute for Transport Economics and Logistics and Head of the Supply Chain Management Research Institute. She also chairs the Senate and has led numerous research projects in supply chain management, humanitarian logistics, and the circular economy. PhD in Business Administration, Isenberg School of Management, UMASS Amherst (2007) Mag. in International Economics, University of Innsbruck (2002) Her research focuses on Supply Chain Management , with an emphasis on Humanitarian Logistics and the Circular Economy . She investigates how operational settings and disaster characteristics affect supply chain resilience, explores sustainable urban mobility solutions like electric scooters, and develops frameworks for resource allocation in disaster relief. She has published extensively on topics including disaster preparedness, outsourcing in humanitarian logistics, and the impact of digitalization on sustainable supply chains. Recent publications highlight trends in 2025 with strategic dependencies in supply chains, 2023 contributions to circular economy models and humanitarian logistics assessments, and 2022 analyses of pandemic-era supply chain disruptions. Earlier work includes studies on sustainable freight transport, e-waste management, and risk-sharing contracts. Scientific Awards Literati Award 2020 (Journal of Humanitarian Logistics) WU Cooperation Officer of the Year 2018 Talent promotion bonus of Upper Austria 2011 Best Paper Award 2008 (Fogelman College of Business) Graduate School Fellowship 2006 (UMASS Amherst) She has been involved in external positions such as Member of the Post Control Commission (2022–2027) and advisory roles for Caritas Österreich and Finland’s Strategic Research Council. Current projects include developing circular business models for timber supply chains and optimizing e-scooter fleet management in Vienna.

• Supply Chain Management
• Humanitarian Logistics
• Circular Economy
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Liu Derong is a distinguished academic holding the position of Chair Professor at Southern University of Science and Technology (Shenzhen, China) since 2022. He is also a Full Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) since 2006. His academic journey includes roles as Professor at Guangdong University of Technology (2017–2022) and the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Institute of Automation (2008–2016). He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame (1994), M.S. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (1987), and B.S. from Nanjing University of Science and Technology (1982). His research focuses on neural networks, reinforcement learning, intelligent control, and adaptive dynamic programming. He has authored 19 books and 260+ journal papers, contributing significantly to computational intelligence and control systems. Notable works include Adaptive Dynamic Programming with Applications in Optimal Control (2017) and co-editing volumes like Frontiers of Intelligent Control and Information Processing (2014). Liu Derong has held leadership roles in professional societies, including Editor-in-Chief of Artificial Intelligence Review , Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica , and President of the Asia Pacific Neural Network Society (2018). He has organized major conferences such as the IEEE World Congress on Computational Intelligence (2014) and received prestigious awards like the Dennis Gabor Award (2018) and membership in Academia Europaea (2021). His contributions span theoretical advancements and practical applications in control systems, with a focus on optimization, robotics, and energy systems. He has also served on editorial boards of leading journals and as a keynote speaker at 30+ international conferences.

• Neural Networks
• Reinforcement Learning
• Intelligent Control
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Leandros Tassiulas is the John C. Malone Professor of Electrical Engineering at Yale University, with additional appointments in Computer Science. His career spans faculty positions at the University of Thessaly, University of Maryland, University of Ioannina, and Polytechnic University. A Fellow of both IEEE (2007) and ACM (2020), he is renowned for contributions to network control theory, including the max-weight scheduling algorithm and back-pressure network policy. PhD in Electrical Engineering (1991) from the University of Maryland, College Park His research focuses on computer and communication networks , emphasizing mathematical models for complex networks , wireless system architectures , stochastic systems , and energy-efficient network design . Recent work explores quantum networking (Pant et al., 2019) and federated learning in edge environments (Jiang et al., 2022). Key publication trends include stability analysis (earlier works), mobile edge computing (2019), software-defined networking (2021), and smart grid optimization (2012-2013). The list includes monographs on network theory and patents for distributed bandwidth allocation (2011) and directional antenna protocols (2002). Scientific Awards ACM Fellow (2020) for network control contributions IEEE Koji Kobayashi Award (2016) for scheduling/stability analysis IEEE INFOCOM Achievement Award (2007) for resource allocation Bodossaki Foundation Prize (1999) for distributed systems NSF CAREER, ONR Young Investigator, and multiple best paper awards His work has been funded by the NSF, ONR, and IBM. Current projects bridge AI , quantum communication , and next-generation network architectures .

• Wireless Networks
• Machine Learning
• Network Optimization
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Sonja Wogrin is a University Professor (Univ.-Prof.) at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz), where she has been heading the Institute for Electricity Economics and Energy Innovation since August 2021. She holds a Dipl.-Ing. in Technical Mathematics from TU Graz (2008), a Master of Science in Computation for Design and Optimization from MIT (2008), and a doctorate in Electricity Systems from Universidad Pontificia Comillas (2013). Her educational background includes: Doctorate in Electricity Systems, Universidad Pontificia de Comillas (June 2013) Dipl.-Ing. in Technical Mathematics, Graz University of Technology (October 2008) Master of Science in Computation for Design and Optimization, MIT (June 2008) Professor Wogrin's research focuses on decision support systems in the energy sector, optimization methodologies, and particularly the problem of generation capacity expansion. Her work spans several key areas including bilevel programming, capacity expansion planning, energy storage systems, and time series aggregation for energy system optimization. She has made significant contributions to understanding how to integrate renewable energy sources into power systems while maintaining economic efficiency and grid stability. Her research often addresses the challenges of decarbonizing electricity systems through advanced mathematical modeling and optimization techniques. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on improving the computational efficiency of energy system models while maintaining accuracy, with particular attention to the integration of renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and the development of resilient energy communities. She has pioneered work on time series aggregation methods that balance computational tractability with model accuracy, which is crucial for long-term energy planning under uncertainty. Professor Wogrin has received several prestigious awards and fellowships including: 4th EASE Student Award for "Co-Optimisation of energy storage technologies in tactical and strategic planning models" (2019) Beca de movilidad para investigadores "NILS Ciencia y Sostenibilidad" (2015) Beca Erasmus "Personal Docente/Investigador" de formación (2016) Beca Iberdrola de ayuda a la investigación en energía y medio ambiente (2020) She leads multiple significant research projects including EU - NetZero-Opt, RINGs, iKlimET, V2G-QUESTS, and CIDEAL, which focus on optimizing energy systems for net-zero emissions, resilient energy networks, climate and energy system modeling, vehicle-to-grid integration, and industrial decarbonization. Her work has substantial practical implications for energy policy and grid operations in Austria and beyond. Professor Wogrin collaborates extensively with industry partners including Austrian Power Grid AG, KELAG, and Netz Niederösterreich, ensuring her research addresses real-world energy challenges. Professor Wogrin leads the research group at the Institute for Electricity Economics and Energy Innovation, which develops advanced optimization models for energy systems. Her team has created the LEGO (Low-carbon Expansion Generation Optimization) model, an open-source tool for energy system optimization that has gained international recognition. The group's work spans from fundamental optimization methods to practical applications in energy system planning and operation, with a strong emphasis on computational efficiency and model accuracy.

• Optimization
• Bilevel Programming
• Capacity Expansion Planning
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Einar Hope is a renowned academic and policy expert with significant contributions to energy economics and competition policy. He held the position of Professor of Energy Economics at the Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration from 1999 to 2005. Prior roles include Director of the Norwegian Competition Authority (1995–1999) and CEO of the Foundation for Research in Economics and Business Administration (1991–1995). His work focuses on the intersection of competition policy, regulatory frameworks, and energy markets, with international recognition in Northern Europe. Education: Graduated as siviløkonom (Norwegian economics degree). Research Interests: Einar’s scholarship spans energy economics, electric power grid policy, industrial organization, and the interplay between competition policy and sector-specific regulations. He emphasizes practical policy adjustments in deregulated markets, particularly in the context of European energy systems. His theoretical approaches and international case studies have influenced policy design in power grids. Key Achievements: Recipient of the Knight of the 1st Order of the Royal Norwegian St. Olav’s Order (2008) Shell Prize in Economics for petroleum research (1979) Professional Affiliations: President of the International Association for Energy Economics (2009) Member, Editorial Boards of the International Journal of the Economics of Business and Energy Journal Co-founder and former chairman of the Energy Forum, Bergen Member of Scientific Council, Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center Labs/Teams: His work is associated with interdisciplinary teams addressing energy policy and competition dynamics, notably through collaborations with institutions like the Christian Michelsen Institute and the Central Bureau of Statistics, Norway.

• Energy Economics
• Electric Power Grid
• Industrial Organization
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Gernot Stöglehner is a Full Professor at the Institute of Spatial Planning, Environmental Planning and Land Rearrangement , part of the Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . He holds a doctorate and habilitation in environmental planning, with a career spanning research, teaching, and applied consultancy. His research focuses on sustainable spatial planning, land use efficiency, integrated spatial and energy planning, climate resilience, and environmental assessment . He investigates how urban and regional development patterns impact energy demand, environmental quality, and climate adaptation, advocating for land-saving strategies and resilient settlement structures. His work bridges planning theory with practical policy tools. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in spatial resilience, energy transition, climate change adaptation, and sustainable land use . Articles cover topics such as flood recovery, urban energy modeling for electric vehicles, bioeconomy spatial aspects, and methodological foundations of planning. His research is highly applied, often contributing to policy frameworks and strategic planning instruments. Preis der Prof. Anton-Kurir-Stiftung zur Unterstützung des wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchses (2004) Stöglehner has led or participated in over 60 research projects, many as principal investigator, funded by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), the European Commission, and Austrian federal and regional governments. His projects often involve interdisciplinary teams and knowledge transfer to municipalities and planning authorities. He actively advises on spatial and energy strategies for communities and regions. He leads a research group focused on spatial planning and environmental policy, contributing to doctoral programs and major initiatives like the BOKU Energy Cluster. His work is central to the university’s efforts in sustainability and climate action.

• Sustainable Spatial Planning
• Land Use Planning
• Urban and Regional Development
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Dr. Wolfram Groschopf is a researcher at the Institute of Transport Economics and Logistics at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Vienna). His work focuses on sustainability and digitalization in transport, logistics, and supply chain management, with expertise in quantifying greenhouse gas emissions and traffic congestion impacts.

• Sustainability in Transport and Logistics
• Digitalization in Supply Chain Management
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions Quantification
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Rafał Weron is a Full Professor at Wrocław University of Science and Technology, where he has held leadership roles since 2015, including Head of the Department of Operations Research and Business Intelligence and Chairman of the Scientific Discipline Council for Management and Quality Sciences. His expertise spans electricity price forecasting, computational economics, and risk management, with significant contributions to probabilistic forecasting methods. As a globally recognized scholar, he has received prestigious awards such as the Hugo Steinhaus Prize (2018) and the Tao Hong Award (2017). Key Affiliations : Wrocław University of Science and Technology; Polish Academy of Sciences (Statistics and Econometrics Committee); Polish Mathematical Society. Research Trends: Weron's work focuses on electricity price forecasting, leveraging machine learning and statistical models to enhance accuracy and reliability. His publications emphasize probabilistic forecasting frameworks, quantile regression, and hybrid modeling techniques, reflecting a commitment to methodological rigor and practical applications in energy markets. Scientific Awards: Top 1% globally ranked economist (IDEAS/RePEc, 2013-2022) World's Top 2% Most Widely Cited Scientist (2019-2021) 'Hugo Steinhaus' Prize (2018) Tao Hong Award (2017) Emerald Citation of Excellence (2017) Minister of Science & Higher Education Prize (2016) Commission of National Education Medal (2016)

• Forecasting
• Agent-based modeling
• Computational economics
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Associate Professor Amela Ajanovic holds a position at TU Wien's Department of Energy Economics and Energy Efficiency. Her research focuses on green hydrogen, sustainable mobility systems, and energy economics, with a particular emphasis on decarbonization strategies for transportation and renewable energy integration. She is affiliated with TU Wien's Network Lab and has collaborated extensively on projects related to hydrogen production, electric vehicle sustainability, and energy storage solutions. Her work bridges technical, economic, and policy dimensions of energy transition, addressing challenges such as hydrogen's role in transport decarbonization, battery lifecycle impacts, and renewable energy system design. Recent contributions include analyzing green hydrogen's EU prospects, evaluating electric vehicle sustainability, and assessing techno-economic viability of power-to-methanol plants. Key research themes include: Green hydrogen production and infrastructure Electric vehicle lifecycle analysis Renewable energy system optimization Policy frameworks for energy transition Her publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary solutions for climate goals, often collaborating with institutions like the Austrian energy sector. While no formal awards are listed, her active publication record and conference participation highlight her impactful research contributions.

• Green Hydrogen
• Electric Vehicles
• Sustainable Mobility
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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.

• Supply Chain Analytics
• Complex Economic Networks
• Systemic Risk
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Prof. Dr. Werner Zorn is a renowned computer scientist and Professor of Communication Systems at the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) in Potsdam, Germany. With a foundational role in establishing Germany's early internet infrastructure and connecting China to the global internet, his work has been pivotal in shaping international network connectivity. His academic career spans from the University of Karlsruhe, where he was appointed Professor of Computer Science in 1979, to his current position at HPI since 2001. Education: He studied electrical engineering with a focus on communications at TH Karlsruhe (1962–1967) and earned his Dr.-Ing. with distinction in 1971. Research Focus: His research encompasses performance analysis of computing systems, computer networks, and the development of quantitative modeling methodologies such as FMC-QE (Fundamental Modeling Concepts for Quantitative Evaluation). His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in network design and optimization. Publications & Articles: His publications reflect a deep engagement with internet history, network performance, and system modeling. Notable works include detailed accounts of China's first email connection and the evolution of the Chinese Academic Network (CANET), as well as innovative approaches to system performance modeling. Awards & Recognition: He has received numerous accolades, including the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, induction into the Internet Hall of Fame, and the Chinese Government Friendship Award, underscoring his global impact. Current Projects: He leads projects like FMC-QE for hierarchical system modeling and the IT Services Atlas for implementing EU directives, alongside mentoring doctoral students in advanced network and system research.

• Computer Networks
• Performance Analysis
• Networked Computer Systems
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Uwe Schichler is a Professor at the Institute of High Voltage Engineering and System Management at TU Graz. His research focuses on high voltage engineering, partial discharge monitoring, and the integration of renewable energy into power systems. He leads projects on MVDC cable systems, insulation materials, and grid modernization. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, including contributions to CIGRE standards and eco-friendly alternative gases for gas-insulated systems. Research interests include high-voltage insulation materials (e.g., XLPE cables, 3D printed insulators), DC grid technologies, and advanced diagnostics for power equipment. He explores novel sensors for dynamic line rating and machine learning applications in partial discharge classification. His team investigates innovative propulsion systems like ionic wind for aircraft and addresses environmental challenges in power systems. Recent publications emphasize standardization of high-voltage testing, DC system qualification, and corona noise reduction in overhead lines. He collaborates with industry partners on projects like MVDC battery storage systems and hybrid AC/DC grids. His work supports the energy transition through improved grid efficiency and sustainability.

• High Voltage Engineering
• Power Systems
• Partial Discharge Monitoring
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Christian Dustmann is a Professor of Economics at University College London (UCL) and Founding Director of the Centre for Research and Analysis of Migration (CReAM). He has held visiting roles at institutions like the European University Institute, Australian National University, and the University of Amsterdam. His work focuses on migration, labour economics, and related policy implications. Education: Habilitation in Economics and Econometrics, University of Bielefeld (1997) Ph.D. in Economics, European University Institute, Florence (1992) Diploma (MA) in Business, University of Bielefeld (1988) MA in Economics, University of Georgia, Athens (1985) Vordiplom (BA) in Business Economics, University of Bielefeld (1983) Dustmann's research spans migration economics, labour market dynamics, education outcomes, and crime economics. His recent studies explore minimum wage impacts, refugee integration, and migration's influence on household risk diversification. He has received numerous accolades, including the Carl-Friedrich-von-Weizsäcker Prize (2020), ERC Advanced Grant (2013), and membership in the German National Academy of Science (Leopoldina) since 2013. Dustmann also mentors early-career researchers and contributes to public policy discourse.

• Labour economics
• Economics of migration
• Economics of education
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Nicole Grobert is Professor of Nanomaterials in the Department of Materials at the University of Oxford, holding this position since 2010. She also serves as an Ordinary Fellow at Corpus Christi College, Oxford (since 2012) and as Visiting Professor at the Bio-Nano Electronics Research Centre, Toyo University, Japan (since 2007). Her research focuses on the design and manufacturing of specialty nanomaterials, with significant breakthroughs in controlled production techniques that have led to multiple proof-of-concept projects. Her research spans several key areas: Hierarchical nanostructures and their assembly Nanoparticle synthesis and characterization Carbon nanotubes and 2D materials development Composite materials with enhanced properties Thermal management applications of nanomaterials Energy applications of advanced materials Professor Grobert's publication record demonstrates strong translational research, with recent work emphasizing industrial applications through her Royal Society Industry Fellowship at Williams Advanced Engineering. Her articles show consistent focus on scalable manufacturing techniques, thermal management solutions, and energy applications, reflecting her successful bridging of fundamental science and practical implementation. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: Chief Scientific Advisor to the European Commission (2018) Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (2018) Young Scientist at the World Economic Forum (2013) ERC Starting Grant and multiple Proof of Concept Grants International Carbon Pergamon Prize for her doctoral thesis Professor Grobert maintains significant involvement in science policy, serving on high-level advisory committees including the World Economic Forum Future Technology Pioneers Programme Committee, No 10 Round Table on Advanced Materials, Ministerial Nanotechnology Committee, and various Royal Society panels. She has spoken twice at the House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee and served as Vice-President of the British Carbon Group.

• Nanomaterials
• Hierarchical nanostructures
• Nanoparticles
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