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Lucas Meyer de FreitasView profile

Lecturer

• Modelling of transport behavior
• Agent-based modelling
• Public transport planning
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Lucas Meyer de Freitas is a Lecturer at the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zurich, affiliated with the Institute of Transport Planning and Systems (IVT). His research focuses on transport behavior modeling, agent-based systems, public transport planning, cycling infrastructure design, and net-zero transport futures. He holds a Dipl. Ing. in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, an MSc from ETH Zurich, and a CAS in Applied Statistics. Professional experience includes roles as a transport planner at EBP Schweiz AG and research assistant at IVT. Key research interests include cycling infrastructure preferences, the role of physical capabilities in cycling adoption, and high-speed rail network optimization. He leads projects like EBIS (E-Biking in Switzerland) and the E-Bike City initiative, exploring sustainable mobility transitions. His work combines empirical analysis with policy-oriented insights, addressing challenges in urban accessibility and decarbonization. Publications span Transportation, Transportation Research Part A, and the Journal of Transport Geography, with a focus on infrastructure design, mode-choice dynamics, and policy evaluation. He contributes to courses on transport policy, planning methods, and spatial development.

• Computational Mechanics
• Biomechanics
• Railway Systems
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Dr. Jesús R. Jiménez-Octavio is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering (ICAI) of Comillas Pontifical University. He specializes in computational mechanics, biomechanics, road safety, and dentistry, with a focus on finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics. As Academic Deputy Director at ICAI, he bridges academic leadership with multidisciplinary research. PhD in Industrial Engineering (2009), Comillas Pontifical University BSc in Industrial Engineering (2004), Comillas Pontifical University Research Interests : His work spans biomedical engineering (computational biomechanics, dental tissue characterization), railway systems (catenary-pantograph dynamics, wind load modeling), and automotive safety (seatbelt design, e-scooter injury analysis). He integrates numerical methods with experimental validation. Publication Trends : Recent articles emphasize biomechanics (vertebral injury modeling, dental stress analysis), railway engineering (dynamic cable systems), and safety simulation (impact scenarios). Cross-disciplinary themes include pandemic mobility analysis and AI in transportation safety. Scientific Awards : Honorary Distinction for Best Doctoral Thesis in Engineering (2010) Talgo Award for Technological Innovation (2010) 3rd National Sika Award for Adhesion Technology (2004) Multiple Erasmus and Marie Curie Fellowships Grants and Projects : Leads research on e-scooter safety , dental implant biomechanics , and high-speed railway dynamics . Collaborates with institutions like Mapfre CESVIMAP, European Rail Agency, and Mercedes-Benz Technology Group. Labs and Teams : Co-founder of the MOBIOS Lab (Mobility, Biomechanics, and Health Research), integrating AI, urban mobility, and injury prevention studies.

• Sustainable Mobility
• Tourism Economics
• Labor Economics
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Daniel Miravet Arnau is an Associate Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics, Rovira i Virgili University, and a Mobility Technician at the Camp de Tarragona Territorial Authority for Mobility. His academic career spans teaching and research in sustainable mobility, tourism economics, labor economics, and education economics. His research focuses on tourist mobility and public transport optimization, often using data science tools like smart card analysis. Projects include studies on pandemic impacts on transport, high-speed rail effects, and seasonal tourism dynamics. He has contributed to understanding education-labor market alignment and human capital competencies. Recent publications address: COVID-19's influence on tourist and urban mobility (2020-2023) Transport mode choices in seasonal destinations Data-driven frameworks for public transport planning Education economics and labor market outcomes He has taught courses in Transport Economics, Tourism, Innovation, and Macroeconomics since 2005.

Peter J. HaasView profile

Professor

• Public Administration
• Transportation Policy
• Policy Analysis
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Professor Peter J. Haas is a faculty member at the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business and the Department of Political Science at San José State University (SJSU). He also serves as the Education Director for the Mineta Transportation Institute since 2001, a federally funded research organization. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1985), along with previous teaching roles at institutions such as the University of North Carolina and Virginia Tech. Professor Haas specializes in Public Administration , Transportation Policy , and Policy Analysis , with notable contributions to textbook co-authorships on policy research and political films. His research emphasizes applied policy analysis, transit safety, workforce development for high-speed rail, and the intersection of film and politics. He has authored/co-authored numerous journal articles, monographs, and serves as a consultant to government and nonprofit agencies. His awards include the August Warburton Award for Outstanding Scholarship (2011). Research highlights include studies on transit ridership trends, high-speed rail workforce needs, and the effectiveness of transportation security campaigns. He has also led initiatives like the High Speed Rail Learning System (HSRLS) and contributed to panels on transportation education and livability programs. Outside academia, Professor Haas enjoys film analysis and is an advocate for civic engagement, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to public policy and governance.

Hae-Bum YunView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Computer Vision
• Smart Sensing
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Hae-Bum Yun is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering at the University of Central Florida, College of Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on innovative sensing technologies for civil infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on non-contact methods and artificial intelligence applications. Education: Ph.D., University of Southern California M.S., Carnegie Mellon University B.S., Pusan National University, Korea Research Interests: Dr. Yun's work lies at the intersection of structural health monitoring, computer vision, and smart sensing. He develops advanced techniques such as photoluminescence and Raman piezospectroscopy for non-contact stress and corrosion detection in critical infrastructure like rails and concrete structures. His research increasingly integrates deep learning for automated pavement and road image analysis, enabling more accurate and efficient infrastructure assessment. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2018–2023) demonstrate a consistent focus on non-contact sensing, AI-driven image classification for infrastructure, and experimental validation of novel monitoring techniques. The integration of convolutional neural networks with multi-scale and attention mechanisms highlights his push toward intelligent, automated structural assessment systems. Scientific Awards: Excellent Service, Eighth World Conference of Structural Control and Monitoring, Orlando, Florida, 2022 2015 Best Journal Paper Award, ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering First Place Award, Faculty advisor, American Concrete Institute 2012 FRC Bowling Ball Competition NSF CMMI Graduate Student Fellowship (advisor), 2012 ACI Excellent University 2011 (Faculty advisor) Advising and Grants: Dr. Yun has actively advised graduate students, including NSF fellowship recipient Toni-Gaye McCulloch. He has served as faculty advisor for student teams in national competitions, demonstrating strong mentorship and engagement in student research and innovation. His work has been supported by research grants, particularly in the area of infrastructure sensing and sustainability. Labs and Research Teams: While not explicitly named in the text, his research group is actively involved in structural monitoring, smart sensing, and computer vision applications for civil engineering. The team conducts both laboratory and field studies, particularly in rail and pavement systems, and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving materials, sensors, and AI.

Christiaan BehrensView profile

Professor

• Transportation Economics
• Aviation Economics
• Market Competition
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Prof. Dr. Christiaan Behrens is a Professor at the School of Business and Economics, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with SEO Amsterdam Economics. He holds a PhD in Economics and specializes in quantitative and qualitative research at the intersection of market forces, consumer behavior, and transportation economics. His work focuses on measuring and modeling broad welfare, competition in imperfect markets, and aviation economics. Notable publications include studies on airline loyalty programs, domestic market power in international aviation, and codeshare agreements' impact on consumer behavior. Behrens has collaborated with institutions like SEO Economisch Onderzoek and contributed to journals such as International Journal of Industrial Organization and Transportation Science . Education: PhD in Economics from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Research Interests: Transportation economics, aviation competition, econometric modeling, consumer loyalty, and intermodal competition. Key Publications: Airline Loyalty Programs and Geographic Discontinuity (2019) Domestic Market Power in International Aviation (2019) Codeshare Agreements and Consumer Willingness-to-Pay (2022) Awards and Grants: No specific awards listed, but has received research grants for studies on market power and aviation economics. Active in SEO Economisch Onderzoek as a Senior Project Leader.

Adeline De MontlaurView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Wind Energy
• Air Traffic Management
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Adeline De Montlaur is an Associate Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) within the School of Telecommunications and Aerospace Engineering of Castelldefels (EETAC), affiliated with the Department of Physics. She leads research in numerical methods for fluid dynamics and their applications in renewable energy systems and air traffic management. Her academic career includes a PhD in Aerospace Science and Technology (UPC, 2009), an M.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (SUNY Buffalo, 2003), and an Engineering degree from ENSICA (France, 2002). Roles: Academic Staff, Researcher at LACÀN Center for Numerical Methods. Research Interests: High-order CFD methods, wind energy optimization, multiphase flows, air traffic flow management, and planetary atmospheric dynamics. Her work bridges computational methodologies with practical applications, such as optimizing wind turbine efficiency using flow control techniques and analyzing thermally-driven winds on Mars. She has contributed to over 50 publications and projects like the European-funded WOW-CONTROL initiative for turbine optimization. Awards include the 2023 Best Paper Award in Atmospheric Sciences. Key projects include wind resource assessment near hydroelectric dams, delay management strategies in air traffic control, and analytical models for aviation emissions. Adeline collaborates with global institutions and industry partners to advance sustainable energy and transport systems.

Robert Klein-DouwelView profile

Lecturer

• Optical Diagnostics
• Laser Spectroscopy
• Combustion Physics
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Dr. Robert Klein-Douwel is a Lecturer in Experimental Physics at the Faculty of Science and Engineering , University of Groningen (RUG). He serves as Coordinator of the Physics Practical Laboratory and holds additional roles as Radiation Commissioner for Physics & Chemistry and Laser Safety Officer at RUG. Expertise in laser diagnostics , combustion physics , and radiation protection Active in optical engine research and applied spectroscopy Contributes to biofuel emission analysis and engine combustion visualization His research focuses on diesel engine combustion diagnostics using laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) , with particular emphasis on NO and formaldehyde detection , biodiesel emission characteristics , and fuel spray dynamics . Publications highlight combustion chamber conditions , oxygenated fuel impacts , and high-pressure injection studies . Recent article trends span combustion physics , environmental engineering , and mechanical engineering , with subfields including soot incandescence , NOx formation , and quantitative LIF . His work bridges diesel engine optimization with laser-based environmental monitoring . Co-organizer of the 2003 event Towards Clean Diesel Engines Mentioned in 2 patents related to fuel spray and combustion diagnostics He maintains a public research website with full publication lists and collaborates with institutions like Eindhoven University of Technology on physics education initiatives.

Roshan KhanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Transportation
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Roshan Khan is an Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad. His research spans interdisciplinary domains including Virtual Reality , Augmented Reality , Transportation , Geoenvironmental Engineering , Computational Geomechanics , and Railway Engineering , with a focus on advanced soil mechanics and high-speed rail systems.

Simon HaikolaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Swedish environmental policy
• Value conflicts in environmental governance
• Political geography of sustainability transitions
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Simon Haikola is an Assistant Professor and Head of Unit at Linköping University's Theme Technology and Social Change (THEME), which operates within the Department of Theme (TEMA). His research examines Swedish environmental policy and the value conflicts it generates, analyzing how state approaches to environmental regulation create tensions across geographical and institutional levels, and how these conflicts drive institutional change. His educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Technology and Social Change from Linköping University (2012), a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from Borås University, and a Bachelor's degree in Literary Studies from Lund University. Haikola's research centers on the political dimensions of environmental governance, with specific focus on mining politics, negative emission technologies, high-speed rail development, and wind power planning in Sweden. He investigates how environmental policy creates new conflicts while attempting to resolve existing ones, examining the tension between neoliberal economic frameworks and climate action, particularly in Swedish transport policy. His work often employs discourse analysis to understand how policy narratives shape environmental governance across different scales. Analysis of Haikola's recent publications reveals a strong focus on wind power conflicts in Sweden (multiple 2024 articles), with an evolving research trajectory from mining politics (2018-2019) to negative emission technologies (2020-2021) and energy policy transitions (2022-2025). A consistent theme across his work is the examination of how environmental policy creates new conflicts while attempting to resolve existing ones. Haikola serves as Director of Studies for Theme Technology and Social Change and teaches in the Environmental Science Program and History of Technology courses. His research is supported by multiple significant grants from the Marcus and Amalia Wallenberg Foundation, Swedish Energy Agency, Formas, and The Swedish Research Council (VR), including projects on municipal planning for wind power and mines, climate emergency temporality, carbon neutral industry approaches, and negative emissions technologies in Sweden and Tanzania. He is actively involved with the Center for Climate Policy Research (CSPR), the Environmental Humanities Forum, and the Linköping University Negative Emission Technologies (LUNETs) initiative, collaborating extensively with researchers like Jonas Anshelm and Mathias Fridahl in interdisciplinary teams spanning political science, environmental studies, and sustainability research.

Andrei MetrikineView profile

Professor

• Offshore Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Railway Engineering
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Prof. Andrei Metrikine serves as Professor in the Department of Offshore Engineering within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Delft University of Technology. His research spans structural dynamics, offshore engineering, and renewable energy systems with particular focus on marine applications. His research interests include offshore engineering, structural dynamics of railways and foundations, soil-structure interaction, wave energy conversion, and renewable energy systems. His work integrates analytical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental validation to address complex challenges in marine environments, particularly concerning dynamics of structures interacting with soils and waves. Recent publications (2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on offshore energy applications, including development of the HAMS-MREL open-source solver for hydrodynamic analysis, investigation of instability mechanisms in high-speed transportation systems, and optimization of wave energy converter arrays. His research trends show increasing focus on renewable energy integration and environmental compatibility of offshore installations. He received the David Hislop Award in 2022 for contributions to sand dynamics, 3D FE modeling, and lateral stiffness analysis. Prof. Metrikine has supervised 28 students and led significant projects including VALID (Verification through Accelerated testing Leading to Improved wave energy Designs, 2020-2023). He served as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Sound and Vibration (2018-2020) and editorial board member for the International Journal of Railway Technology (2018-2019). He directs the Marine Renewable Energies Lab (HAMS-MREL), developing open-source computational tools for hydrodynamic analysis of marine renewable energy systems and offshore structures.

Ullrich MartinView profile

Professor

• Railway Engineering
• Transport Systems
• Fault Diagnosis
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Ullrich Martin is a Professor and Head of the Institute of Railway and Transport Engineering at the University of Stuttgart, Germany. His work spans railway systems, infrastructure modeling, and transport policy. Key areas include fault diagnosis, simulation-based optimization, and capacity evaluation. Contact: Pfaffenwaldring 7, 70569 Stuttgart, Germany Office Hours: By agreement Research Trends: Recent publications focus on GAN-based data augmentation for railway fault detection, high-speed maglev systems optimization, and early instability detection in ballast tracks. His team explores discrete element modeling, operational risk analysis, and machine learning applications for track condition monitoring. Infrastructure Innovation: He drives digitalization in railway planning through graph-based knowledge databases and automated compliance tools. Projects address dwell time forecasting, electromagnetic suspension design, and accessibility solutions like the Sinn²-App for visually impaired passengers. Operational Modeling: His work includes tabu search algorithms for dispatching, reinforcement learning for timetable calibration, and multi-scale simulation frameworks. He investigates interactions between track irregularities and vehicle dynamics, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

• Transport Engineering
• Logistics
• Port Operations
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M.B. Duinkerken serves as a Professor in the Department of Transport Engineering and Logistics within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Delft University of Technology. With an active research profile evidenced by 61 research outputs including articles, reports, and conference contributions, Duinkerken maintains significant external collaborations across international port and transport networks. Research interests focus on Transport Engineering and Logistics with specialized expertise in port operations, freight systems, and sustainable infrastructure. Key areas include: Port safety and risk management for emerging technologies like ammonia bunkering Renewable energy infrastructure logistics, particularly offshore wind farm installation Intelligent transportation systems for freight and high-speed rail networks Digital transformation in container terminal operations and supply chain transparency Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward sustainability-focused transport solutions, with 60% of 2022-2025 outputs addressing decarbonization challenges in ports, freight, and rail systems. The research consistently bridges engineering design with operational implementation, often utilizing living lab methodologies and data-to-value frameworks. Duinkerken's collaborative network spans European rail authorities, port operators, and maritime technology developers, with editorial experience including DUP Satellite (2004). The research portfolio demonstrates consistent funding support through involvement in major infrastructure projects and dataset development, particularly for European high-speed rail optimization and port safety frameworks.

• Dynamics
• Vibration Measurement
• Acoustics
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Associate Professor Benjamin Halkon is a leading experimental dynamicist at the School of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering , University of Technology Sydney , specializing in non-contact vibration measurement techniques. He directs the UTS Tech Lab Vibration Laboratory , which houses advanced systems like the Polytec PSV-500 Xtra Scanning Laser Vibrometer. His career spans academic leadership, including Deputy Head of School (Teaching & Learning) and co-chairing the Asia-Pacific Vibration Conference (2019) and Inter-Noise 2026 (Technical Chair). Education: PhD and BEng (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering from Loughborough University Memberships: Fellow of Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Fellow of Institution of Engineers Australia Dr. Halkon's research focuses on laser Doppler vibrometry in challenging environments, with applications to defence, government, and industry . His work addresses instrument vibration correction, acoustic manipulation, and structural analysis for autonomous vehicles. He has secured over $1.6M in research grants and published >100 works with a high Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI 3.20). His teaching portfolio includes coordinating key subjects like Dynamics and Control and Mechanical Vibration and Measurement , alongside leading curriculum reforms for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Current funded projects include collaborations with SkyKraft Pty Ltd , Space Research Network , and SiteHive Pty Ltd on vibration sensors and acoustic classifiers.

• Wind Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Structural Engineering
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Lorenzo Raffaele is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture and Design at the Polytechnic University of Turin. His work focuses on wind engineering, computational fluid dynamics, and structural design with applications to grid shells and windblown sand mitigation for infrastructure protection. His research interests include: Wind Engineering and Extreme Wind Analysis Computational Fluid Dynamics applications to civil structures Grid Shell Structural Design and Optimization Windblown Sand Mitigation for Infrastructure Protection Bluff Body Aerodynamics in Urban Environments Dr. Raffaele's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of wind engineering to infrastructure design. His work bridges computational methods with real-world engineering challenges, particularly in wind mapping, gridshell structures, and sand mitigation for railway systems in challenging environments across Italy, Iraq, and Egypt. He serves as Scientific Director for the Memorandum of Understanding between the Polytechnic University of Turin DAD-DISMA and Optiflow (2024-2029) and as Scientific Head/Manager for multiple commercial research contracts addressing windblown sand hazards for major infrastructure projects including high-speed rail systems in Egypt and the Iraq Development Road project. Dr. Raffaele teaches Computational Wind Engineering courses at the PhD level for Civil and Environmental Engineering students, as well as Architecture and Structural Forms courses at the Master's level across multiple academic years from 2019/2020 through 2025/2026. He supervises PhD student Sara Bordigoni Pistorello who is researching gridshell structures.