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• Digital Strategy
• Innovation Management
• Open Innovation
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Christopher L. Tucci is a Professor of Digital Strategy & Innovation at Imperial College London's Business School and currently serves as Interim Vice Dean of Education. He is also the Founding Dean of NEOM's College of Business & Innovation in Saudi Arabia. Previously, he held the Chair in Corporate Strategy & Innovation at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he served as Dean of the College of Management from 2013 to 2018. His academic qualifications include a PhD in Management from MIT and multiple degrees from Stanford University: an AB in Music, BS in Mathematical Sciences, and MS in Computer Science and Computer Science. His research focuses on digital strategy, innovation management, open innovation, and business model innovation, with particular emphasis on how firms transition to new technologies and organizational forms. He has pioneered work on crowdsourcing, inter-networking, and AI-driven innovation. His award-winning article 'Crowdsourcing as a Solution to Distant Search' (co-authored with Allan Afuah) has received multiple accolades, including the AMR Decade Award in 2022. Professor Tucci teaches courses such as AI Ventures, Co-Creation in AI & Robotics, and Design Thinking. He actively contributes to academic leadership roles, including serving on the Academy of Management's Board of Governors and leading initiatives like Imperial's I-X (Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation hub). His work integrates technology, strategy, and organizational dynamics to address modern business challenges. Educations: PhD in Management, MIT (1992–1997) SM in Technology & Policy/EECS, MIT (1989–1991) BS in Mathematical Sciences, Stanford (1978–1982) AB in Music, Stanford (1979–1983) MS in Computer Science, Stanford (1982–1984) Labs/Teams: Co-Director of Imperial's I-X initiative, focusing on AI, data science, and digital innovation.

• Innovation Management
• Industrial Policy
• Strategy
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Professor Göran Roos is a distinguished Swedish academic, author, and businessman known for his contributions to innovation management, industrial policy, and strategy. He is a founder of modern intellectual capital science and currently holds a visiting professorship at the University of Adelaide. His global advisory work spans governments and organizations, with visiting roles in Australia, the UK, and Norway. Affiliations: University of Adelaide (Visiting Professor), SA Zero Partner. His research focuses on decarbonisation strategies, industry hubs, and green defence. He recently led a roundtable discussion on decarbonisation models in Europe and presented a public lecture titled "Accelerating Decarbonisation Through Industry Hubs: Lessons from Europe’s Experience" , emphasizing practical strategies for net-zero transitions. No specific scientific awards or grants are mentioned in the text. He advises on global sustainability initiatives but no student names or lab affiliations are provided.

Benjamin K. SovacoolView profile

Professor

• Energy Justice
• Climate Change
• Renewable Energy
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Benjamin K. Sovacool serves as Director of the Boston University Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) and Professor in the Department of Earth & Environment within the College of Arts & Sciences, focusing on global energy policy and climate justice challenges. His academic credentials include: PhD in Science & Technology Studies from Virginia Tech MsC in Science Policy from Virginia Tech MA in Communication Studies from Wayne State University BA in Philosophy and Communication Studies from John Carroll University Research centers on energy justice , climate change mitigation , and renewable energy transitions , examining ethical dimensions of energy infrastructure, policy design for energy access, and adaptive capacity building. His work bridges social science and engineering perspectives, endorsed by figures like former President Clinton and Nobel Laureate Ostrom. Publications address urgent decarbonization challenges, exemplified by his 2022 Science article on industrial megaprojects. His scholarship consistently analyzes equity implications across energy supply chains and climate solutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Key recognitions: Distinguished Graduate Alumni Achievement Award (Virginia Tech) 2019 USERN Prize for Social Justice research Dedication to Justice Award (American Bar Association) Distinguished Visiting Energy Professorship (Vermont Law School) Academician of the UK Academy of Social Sciences Secured $28.2+ million in competitive funding from DOE, NSF, European Commission, and major foundations. Current projects include Advancing Transformational Energy Justice (Sloan Foundation), Limits to Digitalization (Norwegian Research Council), and NIH-funded climate-health initiatives. Leadership spans IPCC AR6 authorship and EU energy advisory roles. As IGS Director, he leads cross-institutional teams tackling global sustainability through initiatives like the Industrial Decarbonization Research Center and GENIE project on negative emissions technologies, fostering collaborations with European and US research entities.

Chris ColeridgeView profile

Associate Professor

• top management teams
• innovation ecosystems
• collaborative innovation
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Chris Coleridge serves as Management Practice Associate Professor at Cambridge Judge Business School, University of Cambridge, and holds a Fellowship at Wolfson College. He specializes in entrepreneurship and strategic management education, with particular emphasis on climate-related innovation and net zero entrepreneurship. He founded Cambridge's first Master's degree in Entrepreneurship and currently chairs Wolfson College's Entrepreneurship Hub. His academic credentials include: MBA from London Business School MSc in Organisational and Social Psychology from London School of Economics PhD in Management (focusing on business model innovation) from London School of Economics Research centers on top management team dynamics within startups and scaleups, examining how entrepreneurial networks drive collaborative innovation and ecosystem development . His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical climate-tech applications, particularly through venture building processes and strategic scaling decisions for sustainability-focused enterprises. Recent publications (2020-2024) reveal consistent focus on corporate governance structures in high-technology ventures, with recurring analysis of board leadership efficacy, CEO duality implications, and heterogeneity impacts on competitive strategy. The research integrates agency/stewardship theories to explain governance dynamics in climate innovation contexts. Professional recognition includes: Five teaching awards during tenure at University College London Through active industry engagement, Coleridge translates academic research into climate solutions via Carbon13 (a climate venture builder) and Faster Climate Impact (an ecosystem integrator for climate tech). His advisory work focuses on strategic scaling of climate startups, mergers and acquisitions in sustainability sectors, and net zero business model innovation. He leads Wolfson College's Entrepreneurship Hub and contributes to global sustainability initiatives including the Business Schools for Climate Leadership consortium's Global PhD Course. Current efforts prioritize building 'climate powerhouses' through acquisition-driven integration of climate technology firms.

• Voltage instability prediction
• Electricity markets
• Stochastic optimization
• +5 more

Professor Gregor Verbic is a faculty member at the University of Sydney in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering , where he serves as Director of the Centre for Future Energy Networks . Previously, he held an assistant professor position at the University of Ljubljana and was a NATO-NSERC Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Waterloo. His career spans academic research, industry leadership as Head of Interenergo's Investment Department, and extensive collaboration with IEEE. PhD in Electrical Engineering (University of Ljubljana) Senior IEEE Member Research Interests focus on transforming power systems to zero-carbon grids through: Aggregation and control of distributed energy resources (DERs) Frequency control with wind generation and electric vehicles Stochastic optimization for multi-energy systems Smart home energy management with phase change materials Notable Contributions include: 2006 IEEE prize paper for voltage instability prediction 2010-2024: 15 recent publications on DER coordination, network tariffs, and low-inertia grid stability Teaching includes courses on: ELEC3203/ELEC9203: Electricity Networks ELEC5213: Engineering Optimisation ELEC5206: Sustainable Energy Systems Labs & Initiatives Centre for Future Energy Networks The Net Zero Institute

Majken SchultzView profile

Professor

• Organizational Studies
• Temporal Perspective in Organizations
• Climate Change Strategy
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Majken Schultz is a Professor of Management and Organization Studies at Copenhagen Business School (CBS) since 1996, affiliated with the Center for Organization and Time (COT). She serves as Chair of the Carlsberg Foundation (since 2022) and Deputy Chair of the Carlsberg Group (since 2022), with prior board roles at Realdania (until April 2023) and Danish Crown (2018–2021). Her research explores the temporal dimensions of organizational phenomena, focusing on how distant futures and pasts influence strategy, identity, and temporary organizations, particularly in the context of climate change. Research Trends : Recent work examines organizational resilience through temporal trajectory models, path enactment for distant-future goals, and corporate sustainability initiatives. Publications highlight challenges in translating long-term climate targets into actionable strategies and reconfiguring organizational-nature relationships via pilot projects. Scientific Awards : Member of the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters Grants & Leadership : Principal Investigator for the Making Distant Futures Actionable: Innovating for Zero-Carbon Future project (Novo Nordisk Foundation, 2021–2025). Active in Danish business networks with board roles in multiple organizations (2013–2025).

Thomas HaleView profile

Professor

• Climate Governance
• Global Public Policy
• Transnational Cooperation
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Thomas Hale is Professor in Public Policy (Global Public Policy) at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, and Director of the Master of Public Policy. His research tackles transnational governance challenges, emphasizing climate change, global health, and economic interdependence. He holds a PhD in Politics from Princeton University, a master's in Global Politics from the London School of Economics, and an AB in Public Policy from Princeton. His research explores the evolution of political institutions to address globalization, with foci on: Climate governance mechanisms like the Paris Agreement and net-zero transitions Global health policy, including pandemic response tracking Transnational commercial disputes and cooperation frameworks His recent publications (2022-2024) predominantly analyze climate policy effectiveness, net-zero accountability, pandemic governance, and geopolitical energy shifts. Trends show consistent emphasis on institutional design, multi-stakeholder action, and data-driven policy assessment across environmental and health crises. He leads major initiatives including the Oxford COVID-19 Government Response Tracker and co-leads the Net Zero Tracker and Climate Policy Hub , collaborating with global policymakers to translate research into governance frameworks.

John ArmourView profile

Professor

• Company Law
• Financial Regulation
• Corporate Insolvency
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John Armour is a Professor of Law and Finance at the University of Oxford, serving as Dean of the Faculty of Law and Chair of the Law Board. He holds fellowships at the British Academy and the European Corporate Governance Institute. His research focuses on integrating legal and economic analysis, particularly in corporate governance, financial regulation, and corporate insolvency law. He previously held roles at the University of Cambridge and has been a visiting scholar at institutions such as the University of Chicago and the Max Planck Institute. Armour’s educational background includes an MA and BCL from the University of Oxford and an LLM from Yale Law School. He has contributed to major policy projects for the UK government, the World Bank, and the European Commission. His editorial roles include Executive Editor of the Journal of Corporate Law Studies and Journal of Law, Finance and Accounting . Research Interests: Corporate law, financial regulation, insolvency frameworks, and the real-world economic impacts of legal changes. Policy Engagement: Advised UK regulators (BEIS, FCA) and international bodies on corporate governance and financial stability. Awards: Fellow of the British Academy and European Corporate Governance Institute. Armour teaches courses such as Company Law, Principles of Financial Regulation, and Comparative Corporate Law. His recent work explores climate-related corporate commitments and AI’s role in legal practice, including initiatives like the Unlocking the Potential of AI for English Law project.

• Energy Systems Modelling
• Hydrogen Energy Systems
• Bioenergy Systems
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Paul Dodds is Professor of Energy Systems at University College London's Bartlett School of Environment, Energy & Resources, where he holds joint appointments at the UCL Energy Institute and the Institute for Sustainable Resources. He serves as the Faculty Graduate Tutor for the Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment, overseeing all doctoral research programs. His academic progression at UCL has been steady, moving from Research Associate (2011-2014) to Senior Research Associate (2014-2015), Lecturer (2015-2016), Senior Lecturer (2016-2018), Associate Professor (2018-2020), and finally to Professor. His educational background includes a PhD from the University of Leeds (2010) focused on climate change and agriculture in Senegal, where he developed a new crop model for adaptation research and created detailed meteorological datasets for West Africa. He also holds a Master of Natural Science (Honours) from the University of Nottingham (2000). Dodds specializes in energy systems modelling with particular expertise in hydrogen and bioenergy systems, and the importance of energy storage. His research examines the interactions between society and the environment, with a focus on energy and food systems. He has developed the UK TIMES energy systems model, which has replaced the UK MARKAL model and is now co-developed with the UK Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). This model has provided underpinning evidence for the UK's Clean Growth Strategy and Net Zero Strategy. His methodological contributions include formalizing a theoretical approach to analyzing the evolution of energy system models using 'model archaeology'. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on hydrogen energy systems, with multiple papers examining hydrogen trade pathways, integration methods, and environmental impacts. His work increasingly addresses the geopolitical dimensions of energy transition, as seen in studies about Russian gas pivots to Asia and global energy scenarios. He maintains expertise in energy system modeling techniques while expanding into practical applications for policy development, particularly regarding the UK's net-zero transition. Dodds has supervised 15 PhD students at UCL, with eight under his primary supervision. His professional activities include serving as the UK Alternate Delegate to IEA Hydrogen since 2017, acting as a PhD External Examiner at the University of Edinburgh, and participating in the EPSRC Peer Review College. He has contributed to multiple government initiatives, including the UKERC Future of the Gas Networks workshop and representing the UK Government at IEA ETSAP meetings. He teaches an undergraduate module on 'Energy and Environmental Systems Modelling' and guest lectures on several MSc courses. His research group focuses on energy system modeling, with particular emphasis on the UK TIMES model development and application. His work often involves collaboration with government bodies, particularly BEIS, and he has coordinated significant projects like seven reports on overshoot pathways for the UK Government.

Aleksandra CavoskiView profile

Professor

• Environmental Law
• EU Law
• Public International Law
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Aleksandra Cavoski is a Professor of Law at the Birmingham Law School, University of Birmingham, and serves as Director of Global Engagement for the College of Arts and Law. She is also affiliated with the Birmingham Institute for Sustainability and Climate Action and the Centre for Environmental Research and Justice, reflecting her strong commitment to interdisciplinary and sustainability-focused legal scholarship. Her research lies at the intersection of environmental law, EU law, and public international law, with a particular focus on the connections between law and science, policy, and language. She explores how legal frameworks are shaped by social, political, and scientific contexts, especially in areas such as environmental governance, climate action, and regulatory innovation. Environmental Law EU Law Law and Science Legal Translation New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) Circular Economy and Plastics Regulation Energy Transition and Critical Minerals Her recent publications and research projects highlight a consistent focus on regulatory innovation and sustainability, particularly in the use of NAMs for chemical safety, the legal challenges of promoting recycled plastics, and the geopolitics of critical minerals for clean energy. These works reflect a multidisciplinary trend integrating law with environmental science, public health, and policy analysis. Her scientific recognition includes being appointed as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Bayreuth in 2018. This honor reflects her international standing in legal academia. She actively supervises PhD students on topics such as renewable energy policy, hydraulic fracturing, and legal translation. Her research is supported by major grants from the European Commission and the UK’s Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC), including projects like RECREATE and PrecisionTox, which aim to transform regulatory science and sustainability law. She leads and co-leads major interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Health-centred Systems Approach towards Net-Zero (Heal-NZ) and the development of a circular economy for medical plastics, demonstrating her role in bridging law with science and public health.

• Smart Sustainable and Resilient Cities
• Energy Efficient Communities & Cities
• Crowdsensing-based Infrastructure Monitoring (CbIM)
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Mustafa Gül is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering. He also serves as Director of Internationalization at the Faculty of Engineering’s Deans Office. His research focuses on smart, sustainable, and resilient cities, with an emphasis on infrastructure monitoring and energy-efficient systems. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering (University of Central Florida, 2009), MSc in Electrical Engineering (University of Central Florida, 2011), MSc in Civil Engineering (Boğaziçi University, 2004), BSc in Civil Engineering (Boğaziçi University, 2002). Dr. Gül’s research spans two primary domains: Crowdsensing-based Monitoring of Built and Natural Environments (CoMBiNE) using AI, signal processing, and data analytics for infrastructure health; and Energy-Efficient Smart Cities through solar PV integration, IoT applications, and net-zero energy homes. His work bridges structural engineering, machine learning, and sustainable urban development. Recent publications highlight advancements in smartphone-based damage detection, UAV-assisted disaster assessment, and AI-driven energy systems. His team’s work on crowdsensing bridges, solar PV optimization, and smartphone analytics has been widely recognized in journals like Structural Control and Health Monitoring and Energy and AI . Notably, his 2017 paper earned the Best Paper Award at ISARC. Students supervised include Azim, R. , Keskin, M. , and Do, N. T. , among others. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, 34th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2017) Dr. Gül’s projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration, leveraging sensor networks, computer vision, and optimization algorithms to address urban resilience and energy sustainability. His leadership extends to course CIV E 779 and ongoing research initiatives in Alberta, Canada.

• Airport Operations
• Transportation Simulation
• Air Traffic Management
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Miguel Mujica Mota is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Technology, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and a member of the Centre of Applied Research Technology. His research focuses on airport operations, multimodal transport systems, and simulation modeling. He has expertise in analyzing capacity challenges in multi-airport systems, particularly in Mexico City, and developing decision support systems for airport security and resource allocation. His work integrates sustainability and efficiency, addressing topics like environmental reporting in airlines and post-pandemic airport recovery strategies. Research Contributions: Dr. Mujica Mota has published extensively on airport capacity optimization, multimodal transport integration, and simulation-based methodologies. Key projects include the X-TEAM D2D initiative for door-to-door travel and the IMHOTEP project for smart passenger flow management. His work often involves collaboration with institutions like Schiphol Airport and the H2020 EU framework. Research Interests: Airport terminal design, air traffic management, simulation modeling, multimodal logistics, and sustainable aviation. Awards: A-BOOST Research Fund (2020) Beste paper award EMM2018 X-TEAM D2D Project Recognition (2020) Activities: Organized conferences like the 2023 EUROSIM Simulation Seminar and served on committees for events such as the 2024 Multilog Conference. Grants & Projects: Involved in EU-funded initiatives like H2020, focusing on multimodal integration and sustainable transport solutions. His research also explores climate change impacts on infrastructure and simulation-based validation approaches.

Joanne M LeachView profile

Research Fellow

• Urban Sustainability
• Infrastructure Resilience
• Liveable Cities
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Dr. Joanne M Leach is a Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham's Department of Civil Engineering within the School of Engineering. Her work focuses on urban liveability, sustainability, and resilience, emphasizing transdisciplinary collaboration and the science of team science. She holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Birmingham (2020) and earlier degrees in Design Management (MSc, Salford) and International Business (BSc, Trinity University). Dr. Leach has extensive experience in EPSRC-funded projects, including the Liveable Cities Programme Grant (£6M) and the UK Collaboratorium for Research on Infrastructure and Cities (UKCRIC). Her research integrates infrastructure, urban planning, and wellbeing, with notable contributions to policy consultations, media engagements, and international collaborations. Key projects include the Healthy Low-Carbon Transport Hub (2025–present) and the Road to Net Zero initiative (2024–present). Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Birmingham (2020) MSc (Distinction) in Design Management, University of Salford (2010) BSc (Hons) International Business with Mathematics, Trinity University (1995) Research Interests: Dr. Leach's work bridges urban sustainability, infrastructure resilience, and transdisciplinary methodologies. She develops diagnostic tools to assess urban challenges and communicates findings to policymakers. Her recent focus includes low-carbon transport, net-zero urban systems, and the role of infrastructure in wellbeing. She has contributed to high-impact publications and won awards for her work on urban design creativity and sustainable solutions. Awards: 2015 Reed Mallik Prize for Best Paper in Proceedings of the ICE 2020 Richard Trevithick Fund Prize Advising & Grants: Dr. Leach has led or contributed to over £20M in EPSRC-funded projects, including Liveable Cities (£6M) and Designing Resilient Cities (£3M). She advises on policy commissions, such as Future Urban Living (House of Lords) and National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) projects. Her collaborative networks span over 20 UK universities and 200+ industry/government bodies. Labs & Teams: She is integral to UKCRIC and the Centre for Urban Wellbeing at Birmingham, fostering innovation in urban systems through labs like PLEXUS (UKCRIC Pump-Priming Project) and the Urban Living Birmingham pilot.

• Chemical Engineering
• Carbon Capture Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• +6 more

Paola Alejandra Saenz Cavazos is a Visiting Researcher and postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, affiliated with the Hitachi-Imperial Centre for Decarbonisation and Natural Solutions. She collaborates with Prof. Nilay Shah's research group, focusing on Negative Emissions Technologies (NETs) and their regulatory/commercial drivers. Her work bridges nature-based and engineered Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) methods like blue carbon and Direct Air Capture (DAC), alongside CCUS techniques such as carbon mineralization and Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs). Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London (supervised by Prof. Daryl R. Williams), focusing on solid sorbents for CCUS under real-world conditions. Developed experimental frameworks and characterization techniques for scaling porous materials in gas adsorption applications. Research emphasizes technical performance, environmental impact, techno-economic analysis, and geo-social considerations of decarbonization technologies. Previously, she advised industries (energy, oil/gas, cement, mining, Waste-to-Energy) on net-zero strategies through her consultancy work, helping navigate decarbonisation complexities. Labs/Teams: Active in the Hitachi-Imperial Centre for Decarbonisation and Natural Solutions, contributing to interdisciplinary decarbonisation initiatives.

Jörg KnielingView profile

Professor

• Urban Planning
• Regional Development
• Sustainable Cities
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Knieling (HafenCity University Hamburg) specializes in Urban Planning and Regional Development , focusing on sustainable metropolitan governance, climate resilience, and land use policy. As co-chair of Hamburg's Senate Climate Advisory Board , he drives policy recommendations on net-zero land consumption , climate action plans , and spatial governance reform . Co-chair, Hamburg Climate Advisory Board (2021–present) Member, Advisory Council for Spatial Development, German Federal Ministry Co-leader, DFG Research Training Group 'City Science Lab' Coordinator, EU projects 'SMARTilience', 'RESCUE', 'Area21' His research explores climate-resilient urban governance through comparative studies of cities like Halle (Saale) and Mannheim , emphasizing collaborative planning and smart city technologies . Recent work addresses heat action planning , spatial equity , and digital policy tools for sustainable development. Key publication trends include land consumption reduction (30 ha/day target), urban-rural partnerships , and AI in spatial planning . His Urban Governance Toolbox project (2023) exemplifies solutions for municipal climate resilience. Students under his supervision include: Leon Thümer (B.Sc., 2020 - 'Co-Creation in Real Estate') Laura-Darleen Klein (M.Sc., 2023 - 'Age-Friendly Cities') Charlotte Muhl (M.Sc., 2018 - 'Urban Commons') He leads the Urban Planning and Regional Development department, mentoring 12+ research associates and coordinating interdisciplinary projects with institutions like Goldsmiths University , Leuphana University , and Georgia Tech .