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Pierfrancesco ReverberiView profile

Professor

• Industrial Economics
• Regulatory Economics
• Telecommunications
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Pierfrancesco Reverberi is a Full Professor of Applied Economics at Sapienza University of Rome, where he has been a faculty member since 2000, progressing from Researcher to Associate Professor and now Full Professor. His academic work centers on industrial organization within economic regulation frameworks, with deep expertise in network industries. He earned his PhD in Engineering Economics in 1998. His educational contributions span Industrial Systems Economics since 1999-2000, Economics and Organization of Services since 2008-2009, and prior instruction in Economics and Business Organization, including doctoral training in Engineering Economics. Reverberi's research focuses on competition dynamics, regulatory mechanisms, and investment strategies in network industries, particularly telecommunications and transportation infrastructure. His work integrates theoretical industrial organization with empirical policy analysis, examining intellectual property rights, privacy regulation, and cross-sectoral integration challenges in regulated markets. His 2020-2024 publications demonstrate consistent emphasis on transportation economics (rail-bus-air integration), digital health innovation under privacy constraints, and capacity-limited resource allocation. These studies employ advanced economic modeling to address real-world regulatory dilemmas in network industries, maintaining his longstanding focus on infrastructure sectors. Scientific Awards: No specific awards, prizes, or fellowships were mentioned in the source text. He has secured research funding from major institutions including: Italian Ministry of Education, Universities and Research (MIUR/MURST) European Union research programs AGCOM (Italian Communications Authority) Wind Telecomunicazioni industry partnerships Reverberi has supervised numerous master's theses on industrial economics topics while serving on key institutional bodies including the Scientific Council of Fondazione Ugo Bordoni, Doctoral Program Committee in Automatics and Operations Research, and Secretariat Committee of the Italian Association of Management Engineering. His government advisory roles for mobile telecommunications licensing and industry analyses for Wind/Tiscali demonstrate applied policy impact.

• Computational Geomechanics
• Ground Improvement
• Transportation Geotechnics
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Professor Mohamed Shahin is a faculty member at Curtin University's School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He currently holds the position of Professor and serves in the Office of the Provost. His primary roles include advancing research in geotechnical engineering and mentoring students. He is affiliated with multiple professional societies, including Engineers Australia, American Society of Civil Engineers (FASCE), and the International Society for Soil Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineering. Prior to his current role, he has held positions including Associate Professor (2012–2020), Senior Lecturer (2009–2011), and Lecturer (2006–2009) at Curtin University. His research focuses on computational geomechanics, ground improvement techniques (e.g., bio-cementation and geopolymer stabilization), and transportation geotechnics. He has pioneered innovations in microbial-induced calcite precipitation (MICP) for soil stabilization and has contributed extensively to railway track dynamics and infrastructure resilience. Shahin has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles, edited several books, and holds editorial roles in journals like Geosciences and Canadian Geotechnical Journal . His work has earned prestigious awards, including the Fredlund Award (2018) and recognition in global rankings like Research.com. He actively promotes sustainable engineering solutions and has supervised numerous graduate students, fostering the next generation of geotechnical professionals. His research extends to subsea infrastructure, corrosion-resistant alloys, and AI-driven modeling, addressing challenges in offshore pipelines and environmental geotechnics. He leads initiatives in ground improvement for transportation systems and collaborates internationally on projects involving bio-cementation and geopolymer applications. Awards highlight his contributions to both research and teaching, including awards from Curtin University for excellence in innovation and pedagogy. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications, ensuring civil infrastructure resilience in diverse environments.

Morris LowView profile

Associate Professor

• History of Japanese science and technology
• History of Australia-Japan relations
• Japanese visual culture
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Associate Professor Morris Low is a distinguished scholar of Japanese history at the University of Queensland's School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry within the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. He serves as Chief Examiner and has established himself as a leading expert in the history of Japanese science and technology, Australia-Japan relations, and Japanese visual culture. His research has been consistently productive throughout his academic career, with numerous publications spanning decades. Dr. Low's research interests focus on the history of Japanese science and technology, Australia-Japan relations, Japanese visual culture, and issues of identity. His current projects specifically examine the history of nuclear power in Japan and Japan's participation in international expositions and Olympic Games. His scholarly output reveals a consistent pattern of exploring how science, technology, and visual representations have shaped Japanese society and its international relations. His extensive publication record includes 10 books, 39 book chapters, 96 journal articles, and numerous other scholarly outputs totaling 162 works. His most recent research demonstrates a particular focus on nuclear culture in Japan, as evidenced by his 2020 book 'Visualizing nuclear power in Japan: a trip to the reactor' and related articles examining World's Fairs and atomic energy exhibitions. His work on Japan's participation in international events, particularly the Olympics, shows his interest in how Japan has presented itself to the world through major international platforms. Dr. Low has served as Editor of the East Asia Series of research monographs published by Routledge for the Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA). From September 2011 through to the end of 2012, he was Acting Head of the School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies at UQ. For several years, he held the position of Adjunct Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, USA, demonstrating his international scholarly connections. His supervision record shows he has mentored numerous PhD students across diverse topics including Chinese-Australian history, Japanese visual culture, gender studies, and cross-border trade networks. His students have completed research on topics ranging from 'The Brisbane Overseas Chinese Community 1860s to 1970s' to 'DEPTH IN THE FLOATING WORLD: WESTERN REALISM AND THE TRANSFORMATION OF TRADITIONAL SPACE IN LATE UKIYO-E LANDSCAPE PRINTS,' reflecting his broad scholarly interests and mentorship capabilities.

Ian WassellView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Wireless Communications
• Sensor Networks
• Cooperative and Relay Networks
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Dr. Ian Wassell is a University Senior Lecturer at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology. He holds a PhD from the University of Southampton (1990) and BSc/BEng degrees from the University of Loughborough (1983). His research focuses on wireless communications, sensor networks, and electromagnetic propagation modeling. He has authored over 200 publications since 1999 and supervised 23 PhD and 6 MPhil students. Currently, he leads wireless communications research in the Digital Technology Group and is a Fellow of Churchill College. His research interests include broadband fixed wireless access (FWA), cooperative networks, MIMO systems, compressive sensing, and AI-driven radio propagation models. He teaches Digital Electronics and Hardware Practical Classes at the undergraduate level. Key contributions include developing data-driven propagation models, deep learning applications in wireless networks, and optimizing heterogeneous radio access networks. Dr. Wassell's work integrates theoretical advancements with practical systems, addressing challenges in high-speed rail communications, indoor/outdoor detection, and 6G IoT opportunities. His research bridges signal processing, machine learning, and wireless network design, emphasizing real-world deployment in infrastructure like tunnels and vehicles.

Sun Sheng HanView profile

Professor

• Urban Planning
• Regional Development
• Strategic Planning
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Professor Sun Sheng Han is a Professor of Urban Planning at the University of Melbourne's Melbourne School of Design. Previously, he held roles including tenured Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore, urban planning practice in Beijing, teaching at Canadian universities, and work at the United Nations Centre for Regional Development in Japan. His research focuses on urban and regional development dynamics in the Pacific-Asia region, emphasizing institutional restructuring and spatial organization. Key projects include the Australia/China Research Network on Planning Global City-Regions and studies on bicycle transport in urban China. Education background includes prior academic and professional experiences across multiple institutions. Research interests span urban governance, sustainability, and resilience, with a focus on China's urbanization challenges. He has been actively involved in interdisciplinary collaborations, fund-raising, and graduate supervision. Notable contributions include analyses of the Belt and Road Initiative's impact in Cambodia, post-pandemic urban resilience, and low-carbon city development strategies. Labs and affiliations include the Transport, Health and Urban Design (THUD) research hub. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing global urban challenges through comparative studies between cities like Xi’an, Wuhan, and Melbourne. Current research trends emphasize governance structures in green infrastructure projects and the socio-spatial impacts of urbanization policies.

Armin SchmutzlerView profile

Professor

• Industrial Organization
• Environmental Economics
• Competition Policy
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Armin Schmutzler is a Professor of Economics at the University of Zurich's Department of Economics, within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Heidelberg (1991) and has held academic positions including Visiting Scholar at Stanford University (1992-1993) and Professorships at the Universities of Bonn and Essen. His research focuses on Industrial Organization, Environmental Economics, and Microeconomic Theory, exploring topics like competition policy, innovation strategies, environmental regulation, and transportation economics. Roles: Editor of the International Journal of Industrial Organization, Research Fellow at CEPR, and former Vice-President of the Swiss Competition Commission (WEKO). Education: Diplom in Mathematics (Heidelberg, 1987), Ph.D. in Economics (Heidelberg, 1991). Research Interests: Includes competition dynamics, innovation contests, and the environmental impacts of transportation policies. His work bridges theoretical and applied microeconomics, with notable contributions to procurement auctions, merger negotiations, and green innovation incentives. He has advised on policy matters related to competition and environmental regulation, and his research has been published in leading journals like the International Economic Review and European Economic Review.

A. ErsoyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Development
• Sustainability Transitions
• Infrastructure Planning
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Dr. A. Ersoy is an Assistant Professor at TU Delft's Department of Urban Development Management within the Architecture and the Built Environment faculty. Their research focuses on urban sustainability transitions, disaster resilience, and infrastructure governance. Key themes include circular economy applications, smart city technologies, and policy coordination for flood resilience in cities like Houston and Accra. Ersoy has contributed to over 50 publications since 2011, with recent work examining AI-driven solutions for energy-efficient renovations and pandemic recovery frameworks. They lead the Circular Built Environment Hub project and actively participates in urban innovation initiatives such as Urban Living Labs. Ersoy's work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical governance challenges, emphasizing participatory methods and systemic approaches to urban development. Educational Background : While not explicitly detailed in the text, TU Delft faculty profiles typically require doctoral qualifications in urban studies or related fields. Ersoy’s prolific publication record suggests advanced academic training in urban planning, economics, or environmental policy. Research Interests : Urban sustainability transitions and circular economy implementation Infrastructure interdependencies and resilience planning Policy frameworks for disaster management and pandemic recovery Smart city technologies and citizen engagement Chinese urbanization patterns and high-speed rail development Public participation in infrastructure decision-making Grants & Projects : Lead researcher in the Circular Built Environment Hub , a multidisciplinary initiative addressing resource efficiency. Collaborations include comparative studies on flood resilience in Houston/Ghana and the Bristol Green Capital Partnership case study. Labs/Teams : Engaged with TU Delft’s Urban Futures research group and partners in international urban networks like JPI Urban Europe. Coordinates with institutions in China, India, Uganda, and Chile through collaborative research projects.

• Structural Dynamics
• Railway Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Anders Rønnquist is a Professor and Head of the Department of Structural Engineering at NTNU’s Faculty of Engineering Science. His research focuses on structural dynamics, railway systems, and bridge engineering. He leads projects on structural health monitoring, wind engineering, and architectural collaboration in structural design. Key collaborations include work with KTH Stockholm, Vilnius University, and the University of Porto. He teaches courses such as Structural Dynamics, Steel Structures II, and Railway Catenary Systems. His work integrates advanced sensor technologies, machine learning, and probabilistic methods to address challenges in infrastructure longevity and safety. Research interests span structural monitoring, overhead contact line dynamics, and reliability assessments. Notable contributions include the development of Kalman filter-based systems for crosswind load identification and shape grammar approaches for architectural-structural design integration. His team has pioneered non-contact measurement techniques using digital image correlation and advanced neural networks for bridge rivet inspection. Publications highlight innovations in railway catenary optimization, timber structure dynamics, and probabilistic fatigue analysis. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging engineering and architectural disciplines to enhance sustainable infrastructure solutions.

• Energy Systems
• Cogeneration
• Decarbonisation
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Alberto Poggio is a Tenured Assistant Professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as University Energy Manager and co-coordinator of the "Energy and Climate Change" unit of the Green Team at the university. His academic roles include membership in the College of Electrical and Energy Engineering and serving as a course instructor for Cogeneration Plants and Computational Heat Transfer Laboratory and Machine Fundamentals in the Energy Engineering program. Dr. Poggio's research focuses on energy and environmental planning, with particular expertise in the decarbonization of urban and industrial energy systems, cogeneration plants, district heating systems, and the energy use of biomass and waste. His work addresses critical challenges in sustainable energy transition, particularly in the context of urban infrastructure and climate change mitigation. His research integrates technical, economic, and environmental perspectives to develop practical solutions for energy systems transformation. His recent publications show a clear trend toward district heating decarbonization, with increasing focus on machine learning applications for energy demand modeling, CO2 emission factor calculations, and the integration of renewable energy sources into existing thermal networks. His research spans both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, with strong connections to regional and European sustainability initiatives. Dr. Poggio has served as scientific director for numerous research projects including PROSPECT2030, ITEM2+AGAPE2, and QUADRANTE, among others. His leadership extends to coordinating the Energy working group in the Network of Universities for Sustainable Development (RUS) from 2016-2023 and serving as Curriculum Coordinator for the National Doctorate in Sustainable Development and Climate Change at IUSS Pavia from 2021-2023. He currently supervises PhD student Chiara Monzani, whose research focuses on the decarbonization of district heating systems. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through numerous consulting contracts with local authorities, energy operators, and industrial companies, particularly in the areas of district heating planning and renewable energy integration.

Roland DückershoffView profile

Professor

• Turbomachinery
• Fuel Cell Technology
• Hybrid Energy Systems
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Roland Dückershoff is a faculty member at the Technical University of Central Hesse in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, and Materials Technology. He leads the Laboratory for Turbomachinery and has published extensively on hybrid MGT-SOFC systems, gas turbines, and cooling technologies. Specializes in turbomachinery, fuel cells, and hybrid energy systems Develops compact energy converters for sustainable hydrogen economy Recipient of multiple Best Paper Awards (2023, 2019, 2017) His research focuses on optimizing mechanical and thermal efficiency in hybrid systems through computational modeling, pressure dynamics, and flow visualization. Recent work emphasizes hydrogen production and marine applications. Key lectures include Turbomachines 1 and Turbomachines 2 . Awards include: 2023: Best Paper Runner-Up in Energy Technology 2019: Best Paper Runner-Up in Energy Technology 2017: Best Paper Award in Alternative Energy

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Mechanics
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Lengyel Gábor is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Structural Mechanics within the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics. His research focuses on the mechanical behavior of masonry structures, particularly under seismic loads, Gothic arches, and cracked structural elements. Education: MSc in Civil Engineering (2013), BSc in Civil Engineering (2011) from Budapest University of Technology and Economics His work spans structural dynamics, discrete element modeling, and numerical analysis of historical and modern masonry systems. Recent publications emphasize seismic response, crack propagation, and load-bearing capacity of Gothic vaults. Key contributions include studies on: Mechanical role of ribs in masonry vaults Free vibration of cracked arches Optimization of Gothic arch thickness Scientific award: #építő250 scholarship Teaching experience includes conducting Hungarian-language practical courses in 'Szilárdságtan' (Strength of Materials) and 'Dinamika' (Dynamics).

FERNANDO ESCOBEDO CARDEÑOSOView profile

Professor

• Urban Planning
• Regional Development
• Transport Economics
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FERNANDO ESCOBEDO CARDEÑOSO is a Professor at the University of Burgos , affiliated with the School of Civil Engineering and the Department of Civil Engineering . His work focuses on Urban and Regional Planning , with a specialization in the territorial impacts of high-speed rail (AVF) and large-scale infrastructure projects. Educational Background: Doctor from the Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha (2005) with a thesis on territorial effects of singular projects outside major cities. His research spans transport economics , input-output modeling , and regional development . Notably, he developed the Cell-Corrected RAS Method (CRAS) for updating input-output matrices and studied hybrid interregional construction methods. His work often applies to metropolitan integration in Spain, particularly the Ciudad Real and Puertollano case studies. Scientific trends in his publications include: 2002-2011 focus on high-speed rail, territorial effects, and regional economic modeling Specialization in input-output analysis (2008-2011) with structural lag estimation Contributions to interregional transport linkages (2008) and RAS method improvements (2009) While no formal scientific awards are documented in the provided texts, his collaborations include supervision by Dr. José María de Ureña Francés . No student advising records are visible in the current dataset.

• Transportation Engineering
• Road Safety
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
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Richard Llewellyn is a Lecturer at the School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University, where he is affiliated with the Transport Research Institute (TRI). His academic credentials include BEng, MSc(Eng), CEng, MICE, FCIHT, and FHEA qualifications, reflecting his expertise in transportation engineering and professional recognition in the field. Current position: Lecturer at Edinburgh Napier University Professional affiliations: Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation Research center: Transport Research Innovation Centre Contact: R.Llewellyn@napier.ac.uk | 0131 455 2409 Llewellyn's research primarily focuses on transportation engineering with emphasis on road safety innovations, particularly intelligent road stud technology. His work explores how active road studs affect driver behavior, vehicle speeds, and lane adherence at complex intersections like signalized roundabouts. He also conducts significant research in parking enforcement policy, travel demand management, and the relationship between transport infrastructure and social equity. His research methodology combines field studies, naturalistic measurements using photogrammetry, and policy analysis to address practical transportation challenges. Analysis of Llewellyn's publication record reveals a strong focus on practical transportation solutions with immediate applicability to road safety. His work on solar-powered active road studs demonstrates how innovative infrastructure can improve safety without negatively impacting vehicle speeds. The recurring theme across his research is the intersection of technology, human behavior, and policy in creating safer, more efficient transportation systems. His publications span both technical engineering journals and policy-focused outlets, indicating his ability to bridge theoretical research and practical implementation. Fellowship of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (2018) Trustee of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (2021) Chair of the Education and Professional Development Strategic Board (2021) Chair of the Scottish Region of CIHT (2017-2018) Appointment to SEStran Board (2018) Llewellyn has supervised research students including James Calvey's work on cycling infrastructure assessment and served as Director of Studies for his own PhD research on illuminated road studs. He has secured research funding including a £669,118 Innovate UK grant for the Future Flyer 3 project (2022-2025). His professional activities extend to serving on the South East of Scotland Transport Partnership Board and participating in high-level transport policy discussions with Scottish government officials and international delegations. As an active member of the Transport Research Institute, Llewellyn contributes to Edinburgh Napier's reputation in transportation research, particularly through the Transport Research Innovation Centre. His work on intelligent transportation systems positions him at the forefront of emerging technologies in road safety, with practical applications being implemented in real-world transportation infrastructure across Scotland and potentially beyond.

Francis Wenban-SmithView profile

Research Fellow

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Human Evolution
• Geoarchaeology
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Dr Francis Wenban-Smith serves as Principal Enterprise Fellow in the Department of Archaeology within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Southampton, bridging academic research with commercial enterprise through Palaeolithic archaeology and geoarchaeological consultancy. His academic foundation includes a BA from the London Institute of Archaeology, an MA in Lithic Analysis and Microwear from University College London, and a PhD from the University of Southampton (1996) focused on the Baker's Hole Palaeolithic site in Kent. Research centers on Palaeolithic Archaeology , Human Evolution , and Geoarchaeology , examining hominin ecology during Europe's Pleistocene colonization, cognitive development, and material culture. His fieldwork-driven approach integrates lithic analysis with experimental flint-knapping, emphasizing British Palaeolithic settlement patterns and Pleistocene chrono-stratigraphy. Current projects address heritage management challenges in development zones like the Ebbsfleet Valley and Thames Crossing corridors. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on British Palaeolithic sites, particularly Thames Valley discoveries (Ebbsfleet Elephant, Dartford Neanderthal occupation), increasingly incorporating Quaternary geological analysis for environmental reconstruction across interglacial periods. Wenban-Smith actively collaborates with Historic England, Natural England, and National Highways on mitigation strategies for infrastructure projects, directing fieldwork for HS1, M25 expansion, and Lower Thames Crossing developments while modernizing Kent's Palaeolithic heritage records. He operates within the Centre for the Archaeology of Human Origins (CAHO), leveraging interdisciplinary frameworks to investigate Ice Age fossil contexts and lithic technologies across prehistoric periods.

Katherine MorleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Epidemiology
• Health Policy
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Katherine Morley is an Associate Professor at the School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. She is an epidemiologist with extensive experience in health policy and health services research. Prior to joining UQ, she served as Senior Research Leader and Deputy Director of the Health and Wellbeing Research Group at RAND Europe, and as a Senior Lecturer at King's College London Institute for Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience. Her research focuses on the intersections between healthcare provision and non-health sectors including the criminal justice system and transport infrastructure, particularly regarding mental health and substance use. She specializes in evaluating complex interventions using mixed-methods approaches with administrative data. Her work spans genomic data sharing ethics, mental health impacts of infrastructure projects, substance use disorders, and healthcare utilization patterns among vulnerable populations. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward international collaborative research across multiple disciplines. Her work increasingly focuses on genomic data sharing ethics across 22+ countries, the mental health impacts of major infrastructure projects like high-speed rail, and the complex relationship between substance use and mental health crises. Her research methodology consistently employs mixed-methods approaches combining epidemiological data with policy analysis. Dr. Morley currently leads several major research projects funded by the National Institute for Health Research UK, including the Evaluation of the 10-year Drug Strategy Investment in Treatment and Recovery System (D-SITAR), The Birmingham, RAND and Cambridge Evaluation (BRACE) Rapid Evaluation Centre, and the Wellbeing Impact Study of HS2 (WISH2). She has supervised doctoral research on topics including equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines in low- and middle-income countries. Her research team includes collaborators across multiple continents, with particular emphasis on European and Australian research networks. She has led significant projects for the European Commission, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, and the UK Department for Health and Social Care, demonstrating her ability to manage large-scale, internationally funded research initiatives.