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Guido VoigtView profile

Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Behavioral Operations Management
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Prof. Dr. Guido Voigt serves as a Professor at the Institute for Logistics and Supply Chain Management within the University of Hamburg Business School. His office is located at Moorweidenstraße 18, Room 2013, Hamburg, with contact details including phone +49 40 42838-1549 and email guido.voigt@uni-hamburg.de. Office hours are by appointment. His research centers on Supply Chain Management and Behavioral Operations, focusing on contract design under asymmetric information, inventory management, remanufacturing, and sustainability. Key themes include the impact of communication media on supply chain information sharing, carbon footprint reduction strategies, and behavioral modeling of consumer choices in service operations. His work bridges theoretical optimization with empirical assessments of decision-making. Recent publications (2024-2015) reveal a trajectory toward behavioral supply chain dynamics, examining online appointment systems, ratchet effects in contracting, and ambiguity aversion in remanufacturing. The body of work consistently addresses information asymmetry and risk management through experimental and modeling approaches. No scientific awards are documented in the source material. No information regarding student advising or research grants is provided in the available text. Prof. Voigt leads the Institute for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the University of Hamburg Business School, collaborating with researchers including Alexander Daniels, Hannes Cordes, Victoria Riemer, and Ira Widderich. The institute maintains active research streams in logistics optimization and behavioral supply chain phenomena.

Himali Delanka-PedigeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Water and wastewater treatment
• Biological treatment
• Water quality characterization
• +7 more

Himali Delanka-Pedige is an Assistant Professor in Environmental Engineering at the Department of Civil Engineering, Southern Illinois University (SIU). Her work focuses on sustainable water and wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and environmental sustainability, with a strong emphasis on algal systems and emerging contaminants. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, New Mexico State University, NM, 2021 M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering, New Mexico State University, NM, 2018 B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2015 Research Interests: Dr. Delanka-Pedige's research is centered on advancing sustainable water treatment technologies. Her work includes: Water and wastewater treatment using biological and algal systems Characterization of water quality and emerging contaminants Microbial pathogen removal and non-targeted organic analysis Resource recovery from waste streams Process modeling and multi-criteria decision-making for sustainability Scientific Awards: New Mexico State University Graduate Assistant Tuition Fellowship New Mexico State University Engineering Research Award NSF Non-Academic Research Internship for Graduate Students (INTERN) Award NSF Engineering Research Center for Reinventing the Nation's Urban Water Infrastructure (ReNUWIt) International Conference Travel Grant Aggies-go-global International Conference Travel Grant Special Award of Recognition for Research Performance in Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology for the Year 2021 Research Trends: Her publications reveal a consistent focus on algal-based wastewater treatment, resource recovery (especially phosphorus and nitrogen), and sustainability assessment using UN SDGs. Recent work also includes advanced treatment of produced water from oil and gas operations, indicating a shift towards industrial applications and hypersaline environments. Contact: Engineering B, Room 22, Southern Illinois University Phone: 618-453-5724 Email: himali.delankapedige@siu.edu

Winifred ObandeView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainable Composites
• Life-cycle Assessment
• Waste Valorisation
• +4 more

Dr Winifred (Wini) Obande serves as a Lecturer and Elizabeth Georgeson Fellow within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering. Her research focuses on sustainable composite materials development through circular engineering principles. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Edinburgh, an MRes in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Limerick, and a BEng in Biomedical Engineering from the same institution. Professional memberships encompass the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE), and Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3). Dr Obande leads the Circular Composites Engineering Group , pioneering resource-efficient lightweight materials through life-cycle assessment integration. Her work emphasizes waste valorisation and bio-based feedstocks as virgin material alternatives, with rigorous functionality/durability testing. Current research spans thermoplastic composites for marine applications, manufacturing process innovation, and end-of-life recycling strategies. Analysis of her publication record reveals dominant themes in marine-grade thermoplastic composites and sustainable manufacturing . Key trends include room-temperature resin infusion techniques, seawater ageing effects on glass-fibre composites, and thermal reshaping for composite recycling – all targeting tidal energy infrastructure applications. Her scientific recognition includes the prestigious Elizabeth Georgeson Fellowship. She actively serves on the SAMPE UK & Ireland Committee and co-founded the Edinburgh Materials Society. Dr Obande supervises PhD candidates through the Circular Composites Engineering Group, currently offering projects on recycled fibre alignment and sustainable manufacturing processes. Her Royal Academy of Engineering-funded project "Alignment and Functionalisation of Waste Fibres into High-Value Composite Materials" (2025-2030) represents significant grant leadership. The Circular Composites Engineering Group operates at the intersection of materials science and environmental sustainability, collaborating with tidal energy developers and waste management specialists to advance circular economy implementation in composite manufacturing.

• Nanophotonics
• Infrared Spectroscopy
• Metamaterials
• +4 more

Prof. Dr. Thomas Taubner serves as a Professor at the Institute of Physics within the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences at RWTH Aachen University. He leads the IR Nano-Optics and Metamaterials research group, operating from Campus Melaten (Physics Building 26, Room A 104). His team focuses on cutting-edge nanophotonic technologies with applications in infrared optics and reconfigurable optical systems. Taubner's research spans nanophotonics, infrared spectroscopy, metamaterials, and phase-change materials, with particular expertise in plasmonic phase-change materials like In 3 SbTe 2 . His group pioneers techniques for dynamic control of light at the nanoscale through near-field microscopy, beam steering, and thermal emission manipulation. Key areas include 2D material characterization, phonon polariton engineering, and ultrafast optical phenomena in semiconductor heterostructures. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant focus on programmable infrared nanophotonics using plasmonic phase-change materials. His work consistently demonstrates reconfigurable optical devices through direct laser writing, geometric phase metasurfaces, and real-space imaging of confined electromagnetic waves. The research shows strong interdisciplinary connections between condensed matter physics, materials science, and optical engineering, with practical applications in thermal management, sensing, and next-generation optical computing. Prof. Taubner actively supervises doctoral and master's students, regularly advertising thesis positions and doctoral openings through his research group. His team maintains advanced laboratory facilities for nanofabrication, near-field optical characterization, and ultrafast spectroscopy, supporting both fundamental research and technology development in infrared nanooptics.

Augusta D. RothView profile

Professor

• Maritime Transportation
• Leadership
• Maritime Safety
• +1 more

Capt./Dr. Augusta D. Roth serves as Professor of the Practice and Director of Continuing Education for the Maritime Transportation program within the College of Marine Sciences & Maritime Studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston. Her extensive maritime operational background combines with academic leadership to shape curriculum and training programs, with her office located in Kirkham Hall (Room 122A) where she can be reached at 409-740-4471. Her educational foundation includes: Doctorate in Business Administration-Leadership from Walden University (2018) Master of Business Administration from Phoenix University (2008) Bachelor of Science in Maritime Transportation from Texas A&M University (1996) Dr. Roth's research centers on maritime workforce sustainability, specifically leadership dynamics in training vessel environments. Her work bridges business administration principles with practical maritime operations, examining organizational factors affecting mariner retention through both quantitative and qualitative lenses. This interdisciplinary approach integrates safety management systems with human resource strategies unique to the maritime sector. Her publication on leadership strategies for mariner retention demonstrates her focus on solving critical workforce challenges in maritime education. The research analyzes command structure effectiveness, crew morale drivers, and retention-focused leadership models aboard state academy training ships, contributing to evolving best practices in maritime professional development. Scientific Awards No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in the source materials. Advising and Grants While Dr. Roth's administrative role as Director of Continuing Education involves program oversight, the available information does not specify graduate student advisees or externally funded research grants under her direction. Professional Service Dr. Roth actively contributes to maritime governance as National Secretary/Treasurer of the Council of American Master Mariners and Houston Local Chapter Member. Her service extends to the Sea Aggie Former Student Network as Campus Liaison and Boy Scouts of America as Assistant Scout Master, reflecting her commitment to professional development and youth mentorship in maritime communities.

Nicki MarquardtView profile

Professor

• Industrial and Organizational Psychology
• Human Error
• Situational Awareness
• +7 more

Prof. Dr. Nicki Marquardt is a Professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences , affiliated with the Faculty of Communication and Environment at the Kamp-Lintfort Campus. He has been in this role since 2010 and has played a key role in developing both the Bachelor's program in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and the English-taught Master's program in International Management and Psychology. His research and professional work focus on: Human error and error prevention Situational awareness Crew Resource Management (CRM) Safety culture Implicit cognition Business ethics He investigates how unconscious mental processes influence ethical decision-making and organizational safety, particularly in high-risk industries such as aviation, automotive, and healthcare. His recent publications highlight trends in safety culture transformation, mental readiness under stress, and the adaptation of CRM training across sectors. His work bridges experimental psychology with practical organizational interventions, emphasizing measurable improvements in human performance and safety. He has received his doctorate from Leuphana University of Lüneburg in 2009 on the topic of unconscious processes in ethical management decisions and previously contributed to research at the Institute for Experimental Business Psychology (LüneLab). He has also worked as an independent consultant, trainer, and researcher in human factors and safety culture. Prof. Marquardt actively presents at international conferences and publishes in peer-reviewed journals such as Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries and Journal of Business Ethics . He supports international companies in applying psychological insights to enhance performance and transform organizational cultures.

Stefan WildermannView profile

Professor

• Reconfigurable Systems
• Edge Computing
• Organic Computing
• +7 more

Stefan Wildermann is a Professor at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), where he leads the Reconfigurable Computing Group within the Chair of Computer Science 12 (Hardware-Software Co-Design) in the Department of Computer Science. He has maintained continuous research activity at FAU since 2006, progressing from researcher to his current leadership position. Dr. Wildermann earned his Diploma degree in Computer Science from FAU in 2006 and completed his doctorate (Dr.-Ing.) in Computer Science at the same institution in July 2012. His academic career has been entirely rooted at FAU, demonstrating a strong institutional commitment and progression through the ranks. His research spans multiple cutting-edge areas in computer science and engineering, with particular emphasis on reconfigurable systems and hardware-software co-design. Wildermann's work in edge computing explores efficient processing at the network periphery, while his research in organic computing investigates self-organizing systems that can adapt to changing environments. His expertise extends to optimization techniques for embedded systems, applying game theory principles and convex optimization methods to solve complex resource allocation problems. More recently, he has integrated reinforcement learning approaches to enhance system adaptability and performance. His teaching portfolio includes courses on event-driven systems, computer engineering fundamentals, embedded systems, and hardware-software co-design. Analysis of Wildermann's publication record from 2021-2025 reveals a strong focus on hardware acceleration, security, and embedded systems. His work demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational research in reconfigurable architectures toward practical applications in IoT, robotics, and secure computing. A significant portion of his recent work addresses near-data processing using FPGAs for database acceleration, while maintaining parallel research streams in side-channel security analysis and energy-efficient embedded systems design. His publications frequently appear in top-tier conferences including DATE, FPL, ASP-DAC, and HOST, reflecting strong recognition within the computer architecture and embedded systems communities. Wildermann has held significant leadership roles including Head of the Reconfigurable Computing Group since 2015 and previously served as Head of the Self-organizing Systems Group (2012-2015) and Lab Leader of the Automotive Lab within the Embedded Systems Initiative (2016-2020). His research has been consistently funded through multiple projects investigating invasive computing, reconfigurable architectures, and embedded systems design methodologies. Currently based in Room 02.116 at Cauerstr. 11, 91058 Erlangen, Wildermann continues to lead active research in the Hardware-Software Co-Design group, supervising projects that bridge theoretical computer science with practical hardware implementation challenges.

• Hydrogeology
• Groundwater Hydrology
• Fractured Rock Hydrology
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Dr. Farkas-Karay Gyöngyi serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering within the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). She teaches core courses including Groundwater (BMEEOVVMV63), Hydrogeology (BMEEOGMMG62), and Hydraulic Engineering, Water Management (BMEEOVVAT43), maintaining office hours Fridays 10:00-12:00 in room K. ép / mf. 12/7. Education: Civil Engineering BSc (2011) Structural Engineering MSc (2013) PhD (2018) Research Focus: Her expertise centers on fractured and karst aquifer systems, conducting hydraulic investigations of complex rock formations, developing methodologies for pumping test evaluation in fractured media, and implementing numerical models for groundwater flow characterization. This work bridges theoretical hydrogeology with practical water resource management applications. Publication Trends: Analysis of her 2013-2017 publications reveals consistent advancement in fractured/karst aquifer characterization techniques. Key contributions include non-linear flow analysis in pumping tests, transmissivity determination from mining operations, and integrated physical-numerical modeling approaches. Her research demonstrates strong methodological rigor across laboratory experiments, field data interpretation, and computational simulation. Scientific Awards: No awards documented. Advising and Grants: Available materials contain no information regarding student supervision, research grants, or funded projects.

Zahra MohagheghView profile

Professor

• Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA)
• Socio-Technical Risk Analysis
• Human-System Reliability
• +4 more

Zahra Mohaghegh is a Professor and Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Scholar in the Department of Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She directs the Socio-Technical Risk Analysis (SoTeRiA) Research Laboratory , focusing on advancing risk science for complex systems like nuclear power plants, advanced reactors, civil aviation, and oil industries. Her work integrates probabilistic risk assessment (PRA), probabilistic physics of failure, human-system reliability, AI trustworthiness, uncertainty analysis, and risk-informed policymaking, supported by grants from DOE, NSF, NRC, and IAEA. Academic Positions: Professor (2025–present), Associate Professor (2020–2025), Assistant Professor (2013–2020), Part-Time Faculty at Beckman Institute (2015–present) Her research explores socio-technical systems through hybrid models combining technical systems with organizational factors, earning awards like the NSF Mid-Career Achievement Award and American Nuclear Society's Mary Jane Oestmann Professional Women's Achievement Award. She has contributed to U.S. National Academies committees on transport airplane risk assessment and Coast Guard compliance programs. Recent publications focus on spatiotemporal risk modeling, fire PRA advancements, human-digital twin interactions, and AI integration in nuclear safety. Her work emphasizes reducing false negatives in screening analysis, validating simulation models, and connecting safety with financial performance through probabilistic physics of failure. She actively collaborates with academia, industry, and regulators, including DOE's Carbon Free Power Project and OECD-NEA's NEST SMR initiative. Scientific Awards: National Science Foundation Mid-Career Achievement Award Dean's Award for Excellence in Research (Assistant and Associate levels) George Apostolakis Award in risk assessment American Nuclear Society Mary Jane Oestmann Professional Women's Achievement Award She serves on the Board of Directors for the International Association for Probabilistic Safety Assessment and Management (IAPSAM) and acts as a technical advisor to the U.S. National Academies on risk assessment methodologies.

Miloš RackovićView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Databases
• +4 more

Miloš Racković serves as a full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Informatics at the University of Novi Sad, Serbia. He maintains active academic engagement through the Laboratory for the development of information systems, with his office located in the Information technologies and systems office (DMI&DF) on the second floor, room 49. Contact is available via telephone (485)-2868 or email rackovic@dmi.uns.ac.rs, and his personal website (http://www.is.pmf.uns.ac.rs/rackovicm/) provides additional resources. His research spans foundational and applied computer science, with seminal contributions in fuzzy database systems including PFSQL query language development and prioritized fuzzy logic for relational databases and XML. He has pioneered deep learning methodologies through innovative classification techniques using negative and missing features in convolutional neural networks. Additional expertise includes high-performance computing implementations of Lattice Boltzmann methods using OpenCL, robotics (symbolic modeling and trajectory planning), and blockchain applications for Industry 4.0 production processes. His sports analytics work applies neural networks to basketball player and referee movement analysis. Analysis of his 2012-2025 publications reveals a strategic evolution toward interdisciplinary applications, particularly in industrial transformation (blockchain-enabled traceability) and sports analytics. His work consistently bridges theoretical computer science with practical implementations, demonstrating increasing focus on real-world problem solving while maintaining strong foundations in database theory and computational methods. Professor Racković leads the Laboratory for the development of information systems, which focuses on advancing information system methodologies through formal modeling extensions (including Petri net innovations) and practical implementations for uncertainty management. The laboratory's work spans from foundational research in fuzzy logic systems to applied projects in high-performance computing and blockchain integration, fostering innovation in information technology development.

• Metallurgical Process Engineering
• Metal Recycling
• Extractive Metallurgy
• +7 more

Professor Karl Bernhard Friedrich serves as Universitätsprofessor and Chair of Metallurgical Process Engineering and Metal Recycling at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Georesources and Materials Engineering. He leads the Institute for Metallurgical Science and Electrometallurgy (IME), with his office located in Building 1401, Room 108 at Intzestraße 3 in Aachen. His leadership extends to numerous EU-funded research initiatives focused on sustainable metallurgy and circular economy principles. Professor Friedrich's research interests span metallurgical process engineering, metal recycling, extractive metallurgy (pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy), battery recycling technologies, lithium recovery processes, and vacuum metallurgy. His work emphasizes resource efficiency and sustainable practices in metal production and recycling, with particular focus on developing environmentally sound processes for electronic waste and battery recycling. The institute under his leadership has pioneered several innovative recycling concepts for lithium-ion batteries and electronic scrap. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on battery recycling technologies, particularly lithium recovery from spent batteries through both pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical routes. His research group has developed advanced processes for black mass treatment, slag valorization, and metal recovery optimization. The work demonstrates increasing integration of digital technologies and multi-objective modeling in metallurgical process development. Honorary doctorate from Montanuniversität Leoben (2025) recognizing outstanding scientific achievements and commitment to promoting young scientists Long-standing collaboration with Montanuniversität Leoben through the Aachen-Leoben Workshop for non-ferrous metallurgists Professor Friedrich actively supervises numerous doctoral students and has established several collaborative research programs including the DFG priority program 'engineered artificial minerals,' and doctoral programs 'circular electronics' and 'circular e-cars.' His institute maintains strong industry connections, with growing demand for TBRC and VAR trial campaigns. The institute recently commissioned a new large-scale arc furnace and is preparing for leadership transition in early 2027. The IME under Professor Friedrich's leadership operates extensive research facilities focused on vacuum metallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and hydrometallurgy. The institute collaborates with industry partners through the GDMB Zinc & Lead Technical Committee and participates in numerous European research networks. Current research activities focus on developing sustainable processes for battery recycling, electronic waste treatment, and critical metal recovery with emphasis on circular economy principles.

Sahani PathirajaView profile

Lecturer

• Data Science
• Bayesian Inference
• Stochastic Analysis
• +7 more

Dr. Sahani Pathiraja is a Lecturer (tenure track assistant professor) at UNSW Sydney , specializing in Data Science . Her research bridges mathematical and statistical foundations with practical applications in environmental and biomedical sciences. Research Focus : Sequential Bayesian inference, Monte Carlo methods, stochastic analysis of non-linear filtering, uncertainty quantification, and real-time parameter estimation. Current Projects : Co-investigator in the ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre: Data Analytics for Resources and Environment (DARE) and the Next Generation Graduate Program (NGGP) in Sports Data Science and AI . Research Supervision : Dr. Pathiraja supervises PhD students in areas including: Bayesian inference Stochastic differential equations Data assimilation Non-linear filtering Scientific Collaborations : Her work intersects with environmental science, biomedical applications, and machine learning. Projects include stochastic hydrology, SDEs, and operator learning for environmental systems. Contact Information : Email: s.pathiraja@unsw.edu.au Phone: +61 2 8065 0836 Office: Room 2070, Level 2, The Red Centre, UNSW Sydney

Navid FarajiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Radiology Education
• Musculoskeletal Imaging
• Medical Imaging
• +4 more

Navid Faraji, MD is an Assistant Professor in both the Department of Radiology and Department of Anatomy at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He also serves as Associate Program Director for the Diagnostic Radiology Residency at UH Cleveland Medical Center, where he actively mentors medical students and residents in radiology research initiatives. University: Case Western Reserve University School: School of Medicine Departments: Radiology, Anatomy Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Email: navid.faraji@uhhospitals.org His research spans two primary domains: Radiology Education and Musculoskeletal Imaging . Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Educational technology integration (e.g., Anki flashcards) Emergency fracture detection tool validation Bone marrow edema patterns in athletes/military trainees Gender equity initiatives in radiology pipeline AI-human collaboration in diagnostic imaging Cross-modality image registration techniques Scientific accolades include the Wei-Shen Chin Award for Medical Student Teaching (2022) . His 2023-2025 publications focus on optimizing radiology workflows, ballet dancer injuries, and incidental lesion analysis, with emerging themes in synthetic imaging and psychological safety frameworks.

Steven ShechterView profile

Professor

• Stochastic Optimization
• Simulation
• Medical Decision Making
• +3 more

Steven Shechter is a Professor of Business Administration and holds the WJ VanDusen Chair in the Operations and Logistics Division at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business. He holds a BS in Mathematics from Loyola University Chicago, an MS in Operations Research from Georgia Tech, and a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. His research focuses on stochastic optimization, simulation methodologies, and healthcare operations, with particular emphasis on medical decision-making and healthcare system efficiency. His academic contributions include groundbreaking work in multi-objective optimization (e.g., electoral apportionment models), patient monitoring systems, and surgical capacity allocation. He teaches advanced decision modeling courses to MBA and MBAN students, including Simulation Modeling and Optimal Decision Making modules. Key research trends in his work include applying stochastic processes to healthcare challenges (e.g., alarm fatigue management in patient monitoring systems), optimizing surgical workflows, and developing adaptive treatment protocols using Bayesian methods. His recent studies address pressing issues like kidney transplantation decision models and pediatrician scheduling in healthcare facilities. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained impact in operations research and healthcare analytics. His work often bridges theoretical models with practical healthcare applications, emphasizing system efficiency and patient-centered outcomes.

Andreas DeckmannView profile

Professor

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Strategic Management
• Human Resource Management
• +5 more

Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Andreas Deckmann is a Professor of Management and Business Administration at the Berlin University of Technology since 2003, with a parallel career in management consulting. His academic work focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), strategic management, human resources, and corporate ethics. He leads the "MitCSR" project analyzing CSR's impact on employee retention and communication, funded by IFAF and collaborated with the Berlin School of Economics and Law. Studied economics at the University of Hanover Former head of corporate development at N-ERGIE AG Worked at Tongji University Shanghai (2016) His research spans CSR triads (activities, communication, perception), energy management systems (ISO 50001), and organizational change. Publications include works on CSR communication, balanced scorecards, and ethical management frameworks. He supervises final theses in corporate management, strategy, and HR through Department I. Contact details: email deckmann@bht-berlin.de , office in Haus Gauß, 5th floor, room 547. Key collaborations include projects with Berlin School of Economics and Law, Tongji University, and industry partners like Horváth & Partner. His "MitCSR" project explores CSR's role in employer branding and workforce sustainability.