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• Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Facility Location
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Prof. Dr. Muhittin Hakan DEMİR serves as Professor and Vice Dean at Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Business, Department of Logistics Management. He has been with the university since 2008, progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor in 2016 and to full Professor in 2021. He previously served as Department Head from 2009-2013 and remains an active Faculty Board Member. His educational background includes: PhD in Industrial Engineering from Bilkent University (2001) MS in Industrial Engineering from Bilkent University (1994) BS in Industrial Engineering from Bilkent University (1992) Prof. DEMİR's research focuses on logistics and supply chain management with specialized expertise in facility location, energy logistics, urban logistics, and disaster management logistics. His work bridges theoretical operations research with practical applications addressing sustainable and humanitarian challenges in Turkish and international contexts. His current research emphasizes the intersection of logistics with energy transition, climate adaptation, and refugee assistance programs. His publication record shows a clear evolution from technical optimization approaches toward integrated solutions incorporating behavioral insights and sustainability considerations. Recent work demonstrates strong focus on energy transition logistics, sustainable urban development, and humanitarian applications of supply chain principles, particularly for refugee populations. Scientific recognition includes: IIE Transactions Best Paper Award (2004-2005) for his work on facility location problems Prof. DEMİR has supervised multiple master's theses on logistics optimization and has secured significant research funding including multiple EU Horizon 2020 projects and TUBITAK grants. His projects address diverse challenges from urban waste management to energy security frameworks and refugee logistics systems. He actively contributes as Scientific Working Group Member for the Ministry of Transportation's 11th Transportation Congress. His leadership extends to directing research teams working on sustainable logistics solutions for municipalities and energy transition projects across Europe. His current research agenda focuses on integrating behavioral insights with operational optimization to create more effective and sustainable logistics systems that address both commercial and societal challenges.

Leonhard KhazraeiView profile

Professor

• International Management
• Business Transformation
• Commercial Excellence
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Prof. Dr. Leonhard Khazraei has been a Professor of International Management at HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration since October 2023. He holds an interdisciplinary educational background: BSc in Aerospace Engineering MSc in Production Engineering and Logistics ( Summa cum laude ) PhD in Industrial Engineering from TU Dortmund ( Magna cum laude ) Executive qualifications in Management and Finance from LSE, MIT, and Cornell University With 20+ years of industry experience spanning aerospace, automotive, energy, and healthcare sectors, his research focuses on: International Market Development : Strategies for global expansion Business Transformation : Turnarounds and commercial excellence Sustainable Digitalization : Strategy execution and ecosystem innovation Corporate Development : M&A and post-merger integration His recent publications (2017-2018) emphasize digital business strategy and customer-centric growth in industrial markets, while earlier works (2010-2014) cover operational efficiency, maintenance engineering, and key account management systematics. Beyond academia, he leads INSVIRON , consulting global firms on digital transformation and startup scaling. He teaches courses including International Trade, Digital Business Strategy , and Global Innovation Ecosystems .

• Fluid Dynamics
• Mathematical Modelling
• Industrial Mathematics
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Dr Peter Hicks is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering, University of Aberdeen, since 2013. He holds an MMath from the University of Oxford and a PhD in Mathematics from the University of East Anglia. Prior to his current role, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Sheffield, University College London, and the University of East Anglia, with industrial secondments at AeroTex UK studying aircraft icing. Research focuses on fluid dynamics, mathematical modeling, and industrial mathematics. Key areas include violent fluid flows, gas entrainment, phase change, droplet impacts, sloshing, ship slamming, boundary layer receptivity, and porous media flows. He teaches undergraduate courses in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics, and previously coordinated postgraduate programs including MSc Subsea Engineering and MSc/undergraduate projects. His collaborations span academia and industry, with notable contributions to aircraft icing and subsea engineering challenges. Contact: p.hicks@abdn.ac.uk

• Engineering Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Business Risk Management
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Konstantin Aravossis is a full-time Professor at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), School of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Industrial Management and Operational Research. He also serves as Secretary General for Natural Environment and Water at Greece's Ministry for Environment and Energy. Additional affiliations include Adjunct Researcher at Columbia University's Earth Engineering Center since 2015 and Visiting Professor at Imperial College London's Centre for Environmental Policy. Education: PhD in Operations Research (NTUA, 1992), MSc in Management Science (Imperial College London, 1987), and Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Technical University of Aachen, 1986) Research Focus: Combines engineering economics with environmental planning through advanced analytical tools like risk management, life cycle analysis, and multicriteria decision-making. Key applications include hazardous material dispersion modeling, sustainable energy systems, and municipal waste strategies. His computational fluid dynamics (CFD) work with PHOENICS® software enables urban environmental hazard prediction. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019) emphasize circular economy applications in LNG supply chains, disability inclusion in waste recycling, and climate-resilient energy transitions. Earlier work (2017-2011) covers urban development risk analysis, indoor pollution modeling, and mining site remediation techniques. His 2010 research on carbon trading remains foundational. Leadership Roles: Currently coordinates NTUA's Environmental Economics and Sustainability Unit, serves as Vice President of Imperial College Alumni Association, and contributes to university governance through multiple Senate committees and technical councils.

Brendan GrahamView profile

Lecturer

• Chemical Engineering
• Natural Gas Analysis
• Flow Assurance
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Brendan Graham is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the University of Western Australia's School of Engineering. His research focuses on flow assurance, natural gas processing, and emulsion science for energy applications. Research areas include: Crude oil emulsion stabilization/destabilization Cryogenic fluid behavior in LNG systems Asphaltene deposition mechanisms His experimental and modeling work addresses operational challenges in oil/gas production, particularly in separation processes and cryogenic impurity management. Recent publications analyze emulsion chemistry and solidification phenomena relevant to energy infrastructure.

Peter MetaxasView profile

Research Fellow

• Gas Hydrates
• Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
• Cryogenic Processes
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Dr. Peter Metaxas is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia's School of Engineering (Chemical Engineering Department). His research focuses on gas hydrates, LNG technology, spintronics, and magnetic nanostructures, with contributions to cryogenic processes and biosensing. He holds a BSc (Hons) and a joint PhD from UWA and Université Paris-Sud. Education: BSc (Honours) in Physics, University of Western Australia, 2000s Joint PhD in Physics from UWA and Université Paris-Sud, France, early 2010s Research Interests: Experimental and computational studies of gas hydrate formation kinetics, cryogenic solid formation, and advanced magnetic sensors for biological applications. His work intersects energy systems, materials science, and sustainable technologies, particularly for LNG processing and hydrogen storage. Awards: ARC DECRA Fellowship (2010s) American-Australian Association Fellow (2012) Grants & Projects: "Avoiding sulphur compound freeze-out in LNG production" (Future Energy Exports CRC, 2022–2025) "High-resolution optical studies of solids nucleation in cryogenic processes" (ARC, 2021–2024) Labs/Teams: A key member of the Fluid Science & Resources group at UWA, collaborating on LNG and gas hydrate projects. Previously led research at UWA's Department of Physics and Astrophysics, and worked in France/USA labs.

• Extreme Value Theory
• Bayesian Methods
• Remote Sensing
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Professor Philip Jonathan is Chair in Environmental Statistics and Data Science at the School of Mathematical Sciences, Lancaster University. He specializes in extreme value analysis for oceanographic and offshore engineering applications, Bayesian methods for monitoring large systems, and inverse modeling in remote sensing. His work emphasizes uncertainty quantification in environmental and data science contexts. Key research groups: STOR-i Centre for Doctoral Training , Extreme Value Theory , DSI - Environment , Data Science Institute . Current postgraduate students: Thomas Newman (Bayesian inverse modeling) and Matthew Speers (multivariate extremes for ocean-structure interactions). His recent publications focus on non-stationary extreme value models , directional wave dynamics , and climate change impacts on marine environments, with methodological contributions in penalised piecewise models and Metocean software tools . He collaborates on projects like ARC TIDE 1 (inspection regime optimization) and Modelling Wave Interactions Over Space and Time .

Eric MayView profile

Professor

• LNG Production
• Flow Assurance
• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
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Eric May is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Western Australia (UWA), holding the Chevron Chair in Gas Process Engineering since 2009. He is also the CEO of the Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) and has held roles such as ARC Future Fellow (2018–2022) and Visiting International Professor at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2015–2018). His research focuses on LNG production, flow assurance, carbon capture, and gas processing, with a strong industry collaboration focus. He co-founded Gas Capture Technologies Pty Ltd in 2017 and secured over $100M in research funding since 2006. Notable achievements include the $78M Future Energy Exports CRC grant (2020) and WA Scientist of the Year (2021). Education: Ph.D. in Oil and Gas Engineering, UWA (2004) BSc (Hons) in Physics, UWA Research Interests: Eric’s work addresses energy sustainability challenges, including LNG production optimization, hydrate management, and CO₂ sequestration. His group develops innovative technologies like methane capture systems and cryogenic fluid property prediction models. Recent projects include hydrogen liquefaction and CCS integration, contributing to UN SDGs like Affordable and Clean Energy (#7) and Industry Innovation (#9). Grants & Awards: $78M Future Energy Exports CRC Grant (2020–2030) ARC ITTC for LNG Futures ($9M, 2015–2020) WA Scientist of the Year (2021) ARC Future Fellowship (2018–2022) Advising & Labs: Supervised 53 research students. Leads the Future Energy Exports CRC and collaborates with industry partners like Chevron, Shell, and Woodside. Active in labs such as the Gas Hydrate Research Group and Australian Centre for LNG Futures .

Ooi Jong BoonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Combustion Science
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Biofuels
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Ir. Dr. Ooi Jong Boon is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering, Monash University Malaysia, with prior roles as Assistant Professor at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (2017–2021) and Lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (2011–2013). He holds a Ph.D. (Monash University Malaysia, 2017), M.Eng. (UTAR, 2013), and B.Eng. (UTAR, 2009). His research focuses on combustion science, internal combustion engines, biofuels, and nanotechnology. He has published over 30 papers in high-impact journals and serves on editorial boards for Scientific Reports , Discover Energy , and Energy Research Journal . He teaches courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and advanced fluid dynamics. Current projects include graphene-enhanced electronics cooling and low-carbon fuel combustion studies. Research interests span advanced combustion technologies, low-carbon fuels, and emission reduction strategies. Notable projects include optimizing diesel-biodiesel blends and investigating hydrogen fuels. Collaborations involve institutions globally, emphasizing sustainable energy solutions. He actively engages in academic activities, including editorial reviews, conference presentations, and outreach programs like the Mini Engine Workshop at Chung Ling Butterworth High School. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13). Recent work includes thermodynamic assessments of methane liquefaction systems and eco-friendly geothermal-driven energy applications. Grants support projects like graphene-coated microchannel cooling and ammonia-biogas combustion analysis.

• Hydrogen production and storage
• Cryogenics
• Fluid thermodynamics
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Dr Arman Siahvashi is a Sydney Horizon Fellow (Lecturer) in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical, and Mechatronic Engineering at the University of Sydney, and an ARC DECRA Fellow. His research focuses on advanced cryogenics, hydrogen liquefaction, and clean energy systems. He holds a PhD in Chemical Process Engineering from the University of Western Australia (2019) and completed postdoctoral work at MIT’s HyTEC, supported by a Fulbright Scholarship. His expertise includes hydrogen storage, LNG production optimization, and cryogenic sensor technology. Key projects involve developing low-cost hydrogen liquefaction systems and novel catalysts for clean energy. He collaborates with NASA, JPL, and industry leaders like Chevron and ExxonMobil. Research interests span cryogenics, fluid thermodynamics, zero-emission aviation, and fusion energy. He leads the High-Efficiency Hydrogen Liquefaction project funded by the ARC DECRA (DE240100863). Awards: 2024 Australia National Measurement Institute Award, 2023 MIT Energy Initiative Award, 2021 WA Early Career Scientist of the Year. Labs/Institutes: Member of the Net Zero Institute and University of Sydney Nano Institute. Grants: ARC DECRA Fellowship, Nano Institute/Kickstarter-funded nanocatalyst project. He advises two PhD students and holds patents in hydrogen conversion and LNG sensor technology.

Paweł CzyżewskiView profile

Researcher

• Thermal Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Environmental Engineering
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Dr. Eng. Paweł Czyżewski is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Environmental and Energy Engineering at Poznań University of Technology, specifically within the Institute of Thermal Energy. His work focuses on thermochemical conversion processes, combustion of alternative fuels, and energy systems optimization. He holds a PhD and has conducted research internships at prestigious institutions such as TU Wien (Austria) and KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden). Research Interests: Gasification, Pyrolysis, Synthetic Gas Purification, Biogas Production, Ammonia Combustion, Hydrogen Energy, Waste-to-Energy. Key Projects: Reduction of toxic emissions in combustion systems, analysis of alternative fuel combustion characteristics, and development of sustainable energy technologies. Czyżewski has authored over 15 scientific articles and contributed to numerous research reports. He is a member of the Polish Combustion Institute and actively collaborates with industry partners like PGNiG and ICS Industrial Combustion Systems. His research bridges academic innovation with practical applications in energy and environmental engineering.

Mark BarwoodView profile

Researcher

• Nucleation
• Phase Transitions
• Thermodynamics
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Mark Barwood serves as a Research Associate in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the School of Engineering, The University of Western Australia. His research integrates experimental phase behavior measurements with thermodynamic and kinetic theory to address solid phase formation challenges in the energy industry, directly supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals for clean energy. His educational qualifications include: Master of Professional Engineering (with Distinction) in Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science / Synthetic Chemistry Barwood's research centers on nucleation, phase transitions, and cryogenics with specific applications in hydrogen liquefaction, LNG plant operations, and gas hydrate management. His work reduces production costs through precise impurity solubility measurements in cryogenic hydrogen systems, investigates catalyst deactivation mechanisms in ortho-para hydrogen conversion, and develops alternative hydrate inhibition strategies to minimize CO 2 emissions. This holistic approach bridges experimental data with theoretical frameworks for predicting complex industrial processes. His 2023-2025 publications reveal strong thematic continuity in energy thermodynamics, particularly focusing on gas hydrate kinetics in constrained systems, methane-water interactions at trace concentrations, and cryogenic hydrogen impurity behavior. These works consistently target emission reduction through optimized process design and novel measurement techniques. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award (July 2023) Barwood actively supervises HDR students through UWA's research degree programs and participates in the CRC FEnEX project Heavy Hydrocarbon and Contaminant Solidification from Natural Gas (2024-2027) as Investigator 06. His research receives industry-aligned funding focused on preventing unplanned shutdowns in LNG facilities and optimizing hydrogen production infrastructure. His laboratory work emphasizes optical measurement techniques for cryogenic systems and high-pressure reactor studies of solid formation kinetics, operating within UWA's energy research ecosystem with strong industry partnerships.

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Chemical Process Design
• CO2 Capture and Utilization
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Thomas Alan Adams II is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, chemical process design, and eco-techno-economic assessments. He leads the Adams Research Group, which addresses global challenges in energy and chemical systems, including carbon capture, hydrogen technologies, nuclear energy, and waste-to-energy conversion. His work integrates advanced process modeling, simulation, and optimization, often collaborating with industry and government to develop practical solutions. Key areas include flexible polygeneration systems, exergy analysis, and risk assessments of emerging green technologies. He is a leader in developing ISO standards for eco-techno-economic analysis (eTEA). Notable achievements include the Editor’s Choice Award in the Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering (2023) for proposing a Trans-Atlantic Energy Bridge to enhance European energy security. His recent publications span topics like chemical recycling of plastics, hydrogen production on LNG carriers, and risk quantification for CO2-avoiding technologies. He advises multiple PhD students and contributes to open-access resources like Exergy Tables and Aspen Plus tutorials.

Peter FalloonView profile

Research Fellow

• Thermodynamic Modeling
• Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Technology
• Computational Physics
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Dr. Peter Falloon is a Research Fellow in the Fluid Science and Resource (FSR) Group at the University of Western Australia. He manages the UWA Energy and Resources Digital Interoperability (ERDi) Industry 4.0 Testlab and develops the ThermoFAST thermodynamic property calculator. His academic background includes BSc (Hons) and MSc from UWA, and a joint PhD in theoretical physics from UWA and Université Louis Pasteur (Strasbourg, France). His research focuses on thermodynamic modeling for natural gas, LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen systems. Key areas include solid-fluid equilibrium, cryogenic phase behavior, and computational methods using Mathematica and Fortran. He has contributed to over 16 peer-reviewed publications and led industry-focused projects like the ERDi Testlab and FEnEX CRC initiatives. Current projects include optimizing LNG production processes, avoiding sulfur compound freeze-out, and digital twin feasibility studies. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and industry innovation. Grants and collaborations involve partnerships with industry leaders such as ExxonMobil and METS Ignited, addressing challenges in energy exports and resource processing. Falloon's expertise spans software development, mathematical modeling, and experimental cryogenic studies.

Paul BartonView profile

Professor

• Energy Systems Engineering
• Energy Efficiency
• Renewable Energy
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Paul Barton is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the MIT Energy Initiative. His research focuses on energy systems engineering, particularly in energy efficiency, conventional and renewable energy technologies, and process optimization. He leads projects on liquid air energy storage (LAES), natural gas liquefaction processes, and hybrid polygeneration systems. His work integrates advanced mathematical modeling, nonsmooth analysis, and optimization techniques to address challenges in energy systems and chemical engineering. Recent research highlights include developing novel frameworks for energy storage feasibility analysis, optimizing LNG production processes, and advancing nonsmooth differential-algebraic equation (DAE) simulation tools. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations with MIT’s Future Energy Systems Center and the U.S. Department of Energy. Barton has contributed to over 30 publications in 2021–2025 alone, covering topics from stochastic chemical systems to dynamic optimization of pharmaceutical manufacturing. His research portfolio demonstrates a strong emphasis on bridging theoretical advancements with practical industrial applications, particularly in decarbonization and sustainable energy infrastructure. Current work includes analyzing LAES economics in future electricity markets and improving decision-making under uncertainty for energy infrastructure investments.