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• Management Studies
• Manufacturing Strategy
• Globalization
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Arnoud DE MEYER served as the fourth President of Singapore Management University (2010-2018), leading its transformation into a globally recognized institution. A renowned scholar in management studies, his work focuses on manufacturing strategy, innovation ecosystems, and higher education policy. Holding part-time professorships at the University of Antwerp and Ghent, he also contributed to institutions like INSEAD and Cambridge Judge Business School. Key initiatives during his presidency included advancing sustainability through net-zero energy buildings, expanding postgraduate programs, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. He emphasized experiential learning via SMU-X and advocated for universities as leaders in societal sustainability. Research interests span global production networks, business ecosystems, and educational innovation. Notable contributions include studies on Singapore's educational landscape, ecosystem-based strategies for competitiveness, and adaptive leadership in uncertain environments. His leadership roles included board memberships at the National Research Foundation (Singapore), Dassault Systèmes (France), and Singapore International Chamber of Commerce. De Meyer’s vision prioritized holistic education, campus infrastructure upgrades (e.g., Campus Green renovation, Prinsep Street Residences), and leveraging Singapore’s urban setting for community engagement. He emphasized universities’ role in addressing societal challenges through integrated solutions combining business, law, and social sciences.

Obste TherasmeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Life Cycle Assessment
• Biomass Utilization
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Obste Therasme is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sustainable Resources Management at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF). His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, life cycle assessment (LCA), biomass utilization, and achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. He advises four graduate students in environmental science, paper & bioprocess engineering, and sustainable energy. Therasme holds a Ph.D. in Sustainable Energy from SUNY ESF (2019), an M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Syracuse University (2015), and a B.S. in Chemistry from the State University of Haiti (2010). His work bridges biomass-to-bioenergy conversion, sustainable biorefinery design, and environmental policy integration. Education: Ph.D., Sustainable Energy, SUNY ESF, 2019 M.S., Chemical Engineering, Syracuse University, 2015 B.S., Chemistry, State University of Haiti, 2010 Research interests include optimizing biomass feedstocks for biofuels, reducing carbon footprints through advanced LCA frameworks, and developing sustainable systems for net-zero emissions. His publications emphasize willow biomass utilization, biorefinery integration, and policy-driven bioeconomy strategies. Recent work highlights include analyzing carbon accounting frameworks for biogenic wood, evaluating distributed solar PV systems' environmental impacts, and optimizing biomass pretreatment methods for maximum sugar yields. He has presented at high-profile conferences like AIChE and the Woody Crops International Conference.

• Agricultural Economics
• Environmental Science
• Organic Farming
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Sascha Grierson is a Principal Consultant at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), with a focus on agricultural economics and rural policy. Since joining SAC Consulting in 2020, they have managed high-profile projects such as the Scottish Farm Business Survey, which provides critical economic and environmental data for Scottish rural policy. Their work involves technical project management, data analysis, and collaboration with the Scottish Government to align survey methodologies with evolving policy frameworks. Research interests include greenhouse gas emissions, organic farming, climate resilience, and sustainable agricultural practices. They lead interdisciplinary projects on rural economies, technical efficiency in farming systems, and net-zero strategies for agriculture. Recent contributions include studies on livestock systems, organic farming transitions, and climate adaptation in farming communities. Key projects include the RESAS 22-27: SRUC-e1-1 Novel Insights On Scotland's Rural And Island Economies (nisrie) (2022–2027) and an evidence review on organic farming’s role in net-zero targets (2023). Their work emphasizes practical solutions for rural businesses, including agritourism development and renewable energy integration (e.g., solar PV systems). Previous experience includes farm diversification projects, poultry production management, and strategic planning for organic enterprises. They maintain strong ties to the independent local food system, addressing logistical and infrastructural challenges in rural businesses.

• Gender Studies
• Consumer Psychology
• Social Psychology
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Magdalena Zawisza is an Associate Professor at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) in Cambridge, UK. She holds roles including Co-Chair of the Faculty of Science and Engineering Athena Swan Committee, Co-Director of ARU’s Centre for Societies and Groups, and Head of the Applied Social Change (ASCh) Research Hub. Her research focuses on gender, consumer psychology, and advertising ethics, with a particular interest in gender stereotypes, cross-cultural dynamics, and the societal impacts of sexism. Education: PhD in Psychology from Royal Holloway, University of London; MSc in Psychology from University of Gdańsk, Poland. She has authored a monograph *Advertising, Gender and Society – psychological perspective* (2019) and co-edited *The Routledge International Handbook of Consumer Psychology* (2016). Her work has been featured in *The Independent*, *BBC*, and *Newsweek*, influencing policy changes like the Advertising Standards Authority’s gender guidelines. Research highlights include a 62-nation study on ambivalent sexism and its societal impacts (2025), climate psychology interventions (2024), and body appreciation cross-cultural analysis (2023). She runs the consultancy Insights, advising Fortune 500 companies like Unilever and Qualcomm on ethical advertising. Awards include the *Conversation Contribution Award* (2017) and a best poster award for safety engineering research (2021). Teaching spans modules like *Applied Consumer Psychology* and *Sex, Sexuality and Gender*. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and serves on editorial boards for *Sex Roles* and *Frontiers Gender, Sex and Sexuality Studies*. Her interdisciplinary grants include Innovate UK funding for net-zero design (2024) and EU funds for SME marketing (2017). Labs/Initiatives: Leads the ASCh Research Hub and co-directs ARU’s Centre for Societies and Groups. Public engagement includes talks at Cambridge Festival of Science and webinars on gender bias in healthcare.

Alina AverchenkovaView profile

Research Fellow

• Climate Change Governance
• Climate Legislation
• International Climate Policy
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Alina Averchenkova is a Distinguished Policy Fellow and Lead for Governance and Legislation at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at the London School of Economics (LSE). She also serves as a Visiting Senior Fellow at the Elcano Royal Institute in Spain. Her work focuses on climate governance, legislation, and policy advising for governments, parliaments, and international organizations globally. Education: BSc in Geography from Moscow State University; MSc and PhD in Economics and International Development from the University of Bath, focusing on international climate policy effectiveness. Research Interests : Climate governance frameworks and legislative design Public participation in climate decision-making Climate finance mechanisms International climate policy credibility Role of independent advisory bodies in climate policymaking Recent Contributions : Co-authored Great Powers, Climate Change, and Global Environmental Responsibilities (2022) Contributed to UNFCCC policy briefs and submissions to national climate targets bills Lead on climate governance research for institutions like the World Bank and EU Climate Law initiatives Engagement : Active in global climate negotiations, parliamentary dialogues, and knowledge networks like the Knowledge Network on Climate Assemblies (KNOCA). Advises on climate finance, legislative frameworks, and policy implementation in countries like Mexico, South Africa, and Germany.

Sibylle BraungardtView profile

Research Fellow

• Climate Policy
• Energy Efficiency
• Renewable Energy
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Dr. Sibylle Braungardt is a Senior Researcher and Group Leader in the Energy & Climate Protection Division at the Öko-Institut e.V. in Freiburg, Germany. She specializes in energy policy, climate protection strategies, and the decarbonization of heating systems. Her work focuses on transitioning energy systems toward sustainability, particularly in the building sector and renewable energy integration. Education & Professional Experience: Since 2017: Senior Researcher at Öko-Institut e.V., leading projects on heat transition and energy efficiency. 2013–2017: Research Associate at Fraunhofer ISI, analyzing energy markets and policy. 2006–2011: PhD in Physics at ICFO (Barcelona), followed by postdoctoral research in photonics. 2008–2011: Master's in Environmental Sciences from Fernuniversität Hagen. Research Focus: Braungardt’s research bridges technical, policy, and social dimensions of climate action. She develops scenarios for energy system decarbonization, evaluates policy measures (e.g., EU’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive), and assesses social aspects of building renovations. Her work emphasizes socially just transitions and the alignment of energy infrastructure with net-zero goals. Key Projects: National implementation of the EU Building Directive (EPBD) through interdisciplinary analysis. Analysis of funding mechanisms for energy-efficient building renovations targeting low-income households. Climate neutrality pathways for heat supply under the German Climate Protection Act. Support for EU member states in creating climate-social plans under the Technical Support Instrument. Grants & Collaboration: Braungardt collaborates with EU institutions, national ministries (e.g., BMWK), and international stakeholders. Her work is funded by grants such as the European Commission’s Renewable Heating and Cooling Pathways project and the BMWK-funded Climate Protection Scenarios 2050. Labs & Teams: She leads the Heat Transition & Efficiency team at Öko-Institut, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between climate scientists, legal experts, and policymakers.

• Energy Law
• Environmental Law
• Property Law
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Dr. Yael Lifshitz is a Senior Lecturer in Property Law at the The Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London . Her research focuses on energy governance, property law theory, and environmental law. She actively contributes to global climate law initiatives through affiliations with King’s Climate Research Hub, NYU’s Guarini Center, and the Yeoh Tiong Lay Centre. Dr. Lifshitz holds a doctorate and master’s from NYU School of Law (as a Vanderbilt Scholar). Before joining King’s, she taught at Columbia University and advised NYU’s Environmental and Energy Law LLM program. Her work bridges legal frameworks with sustainability challenges, addressing energy transitions, climate justice, and natural resource management. Education: JD/LLM, NYU School of Law (Vanderbilt Scholar) Doctorate in Law, NYU School of Law Research Themes: Energy Law and Policy Climate Governance Property Rights in Sustainability Contexts Intergenerational Equity Her recent publications explore novel energy governance models, climate adaptation frameworks, and property law innovations. She was honored by the British Academy for policy research on sustainable futures (2023). Teaching includes Energy Law & Policy, Climate Law, and Environmental Law modules, including a specialized course on Energy Transitions and Green Tech. She actively engages with interdisciplinary projects at King’s Net Zero Centre and co-leads the “Energising Private Law” initiative. Professional activities include speaking at the American Law and Economics Association, presenting at Harvard/Yale/Michigan law schools, and serving on climate policy advisory panels. Her work frequently appears in top journals like the NYU Law Review, Stanford Environmental Law Journal, and University of Toronto Law Journal.

• Urban Planning
• Logistics
• Spatial Planning
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Melika Levelt is a Senior Lecturer at Mainport Logistics within the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Her work focuses on urban planning, logistics, and sustainable development, with particular emphasis on citizen participation, spatial policy, and regional food systems. She has been actively involved in research since 2013, contributing to over 34 publications and 110 professional activities. Research Interests: Her research explores urban logistics, bottom-up planning methodologies, and the integration of sustainability into spatial policies. Notable areas include the impact of pandemics on trade logistics, citizen engagement in housing developments, and subsurface management in urban planning. She has developed frameworks like the Omgevingscanvas to enhance stakeholder collaboration in planning processes. Key Contributions: Her work highlights paradoxes in citizen participation models and the evolving role of logistics in circular economies. She has received the Best Paper Award in 2018 for contributions to sustainable city-region food systems research. Advising & Grants: Supervised multiple student theses on logistics innovation and urban technology. Active in organizing conferences on topics like food transitions and green business strategies. Teams/Labs: Core member of Mainport Logistics City Net Zero initiative, collaborating on projects related to urban logistics sustainability and metropolitan food security.

• Positive Energy Districts
• Energy System Transformation
• Climate Neutrality
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Omar Shafqat is a Researcher at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences affiliated with the Centre of City Net Zero, specializing in urban energy transition and climate neutrality initiatives across European metropolitan areas. His core research domains include: Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) implementation Energy System Transformation frameworks Climate Neutrality pathways for cities Interdisciplinary energy transition methodologies Social restriction impacts on urban energy planning Shafqat's 2024 publications demonstrate concentrated focus on practical assessment tools for PEDs in Évora, Amsterdam and Espoo, emphasizing additionality metrics and interdisciplinary collaboration. His work bridges academic research with real-world urban decarbonization strategies through European Commission-funded projects like ATELIER. He maintains active scholarly engagement through eight 2024 conference participations including Smart City Expo World Congress and AMS Scientific Conference, presenting on urban energy solutions for policymakers and industry stakeholders. As part of the Centre of City Net Zero research team, Shafqat contributes to applied projects developing net-zero implementation roadmaps for Amsterdam and international partner cities.

Aneliya StefanovaView profile

Researcher

• Carbon Neutrality
• Leadership
• Management
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Aneliya Stefanova is a Researcher (R1) at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (FEBA) of Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" since September 2023. Her research focuses on carbon neutrality, Net Zero Lab initiatives, and Marine Renewable Energy Academy projects. She also engages in leadership, management, and entrepreneurship studies. Education: Master’s in Business Administration – Management and Entrepreneurship (2022), FEBA, Sofia University Master’s in Diplomacy and International Relations (2012), Plovdiv University Bachelor’s in Bulgarian & English Language and Literature (2009), Plovdiv University Ms. Stefanova previously served as an English teacher at a Commercial High School in Stara Zagora for seven years. She currently manages PhD student administration and contributes to FEBA’s administrative processes across education levels. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability and organizational development. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Net Zero Lab and Marine Renewable Energy Academy, advancing sustainable energy solutions and environmental strategies.

• Airports
• Aviation Management
• Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis
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Mukesh Pandey is an Assistant Professor in Aviation Management at CEES School of Engineering, focusing on airport operations, low-cost airline dynamics, and sustainable transportation systems. His research spans Thailand and India, addressing efficiency, service quality, and decarbonisation challenges in aviation and road freight. Affiliation : CEES School of Engineering Research Interests : Airport efficiency, fuzzy logic applications, low-cost carrier strategies, gender diversity in aviation, and decarbonisation technologies Recent work examines electrification barriers in road freight, airport design parameters, and gender disparities in pilot recruitment. Collaborations include international research partnerships in Thailand and India.

Joanna ZaraView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Business and Professional Practice
• Entrepreneurship
• Financial Modelling
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Joanna Zara is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Art and Media, University of Brighton, specializing in business and professional practice for creative disciplines since 2006. Her expertise bridges financial literacy and entrepreneurial development for arts students across Fashion, Textiles, and 3D Design programs. Her educational foundation includes a BSc(Hons) in Mathematics from King's College London (1980-1983), providing analytical rigor to her teaching methodology. She actively employs threshold concepts through visual analogies and student-led discussions to demystify complex financial topics like cash flow modeling and pricing strategies. Research centers on innovative pedagogy for creative entrepreneurship, with recent work examining e-learning integration in practice-based design courses and co-working dynamics in fashion education. Her publications reveal consistent focus on translating theoretical business concepts into actionable creative practice through technology-enhanced learning environments. Through the Brighton and Hove Chamber of Commerce, she extends her impact via the 'Creative Hub' and 'Net Zero Champions' networks, facilitating industry-academia connections. Her advisory work includes curriculum redesign for online delivery during the pandemic and British Council-funded international workshops in Morocco.

Yan WangView profile

Lecturer

• Intelligent Manufacturing
• Remanufacturing
• Circular Economy
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Dr. Yan Wang is a Principal Lecturer at the University of Brighton's School of Arch, Tech and Eng Communication, specializing in remanufacturing and sustainable manufacturing. His research focuses on intelligent manufacturing systems, circular economy strategies, and carbon accounting methodologies. He chairs BSI committee TPR1/7/3 and contributes to national standards like BS8887. Dr. Wang holds a PhD in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Nottingham and has organized high-level UK-China collaborations in remanufacturing policy. Education: PhD in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, University of Nottingham (2005) Master's in Computer Integrated Manufacturing System, Guangdong University of Technology (2000) Bachelor's in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Wuhan Textile University (1996) Research Interests: Dr. Wang's work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing remanufacturing processes, lifecycle data modelling, and net-zero manufacturing. His projects include optimizing energy-efficient machining strategies, developing predictive battery health models, and standardizing end-of-life product strategies. He leads initiatives like the BRIIM project promoting intelligent manufacturing education under China's Belt and Road Initiative. Grants & Projects: REMP: Digital Supply Chain Feasibility Study (2021-2021) BRIIM: China-UK Education Partnership (2019-2024) Parafix KTP: Manufacturing Efficiency (2019-2022)

Elmar PuntaierView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Entrepreneurial Growth Strategies
• SME Firm Performance
• Sustainability Pathways
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Elmar Puntaier is a Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Business Strategy at Coventry University's School of Strategy and Leadership, serving as Course Director for full-time, part-time, and distance-learning MBA programs. He holds a PhD in Management (University of Leicester, 2015), an MBA (University of Leicester, 2010), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (Distinction, Coventry University, 2021). He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and an ASPiRE Fellow of the Centre for Business in Society. His research focuses on entrepreneurial growth strategies, SME performance, and sustainability pathways, particularly board diversity and inclusive leadership. Notable projects include co-creating inclusive leadership practices (2022–2023), mentoring at the University of Bremen (2022), and consultancy with Kizawa & Co., Japan (2021). He has contributed to sustainability-related initiatives like net-zero strategies in e-waste management and stakeholder-based circularity models. Puntaier’s work emphasizes practical applications, with publications in journals like the International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour and Research and contributions to conferences such as the Institute of Small Business and Entrepreneurship. His awards reflect academic excellence and pedagogical innovation, complemented by media engagements on topics like learning tool designs and green finance.

• Energy Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Political Economy
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Dr. Alex Acheampong is an Associate Professor at the Bond Business School, Bond University, and a member of the Centre for Data Analytics. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Newcastle (2021) and a BEd (Hons) in Geography and Economics from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana (2015). His research focuses on energy economics, environmental economics, political economy, development economics, and infrastructure economics. He has published over 65 peer-reviewed articles in top journals like Energy Economics and World Development , with over 6,000 Google Scholar citations (H-index 32) and 4,000 Scopus citations (H-index 28). Dr. Acheampong is globally recognized, featured in the World Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University, 2021–2024), Clarivate’s 2024 Highly Cited Researchers list, and ranked among the top 200 young economists globally (RePEc). His work has influenced policy via contributions to UN SDGs and citations by institutions like the OECD and European Union. He currently serves as an Associate Editor for Energy Economics and Journal of Public Affairs , and an Executive Guest Editor for World Development Sustainability . His recent research emphasizes energy justice, climate resilience, and the political economy of development. He actively supervises HDR students in applied economics, focusing on topics like energy transitions, financial inclusion, and gender equality. Key awards include the 2024 Bond University Vice Chancellor’s Early Career Research Award and multiple Dean’s Research Awards.