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Henry AbandaView profile

Associate Professor

• Construction IT
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• Semantic Web
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Dr. Henry Abanda is a Reader in Construction Informatics at the School of the Built Environment, Oxford Brookes University. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Mathematics/Physics, Dipl. Ing. in Civil Engineering, MA in Monitoring & Evaluation, and HDR in Digital Construction Technology. His academic journey includes institutions in Cameroon, France, Kenya, and the UK. Abanda’s research focuses on Building Information Modelling (BIM) , Semantic Web , Artificial Intelligence , and Climate Change Mitigation . He leads the Smart Construction and Impact Assessment (SC&IA) group and advises BIM Africa , an initiative promoting digital technologies in construction across Africa. His work spans 5 continents, emphasizing sustainable development and emerging markets. He has authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles, 39 conference papers, and contributed to international reports on BIM and renewable energy. Notable projects include ISO 19650 implementation frameworks, BIM applications in post-conflict reconstruction (e.g., Mosul), and digital twins for lifecycle management. His teaching spans MSc programs in BIM, Construction Project Management, and Sustainable Development. Abanda’s professional memberships include Fellow of the UK Advance HE Academy, Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and contributor to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 5th Mitigation Report. He has delivered keynote addresses on smart cities, BIM integration in Africa, and sustainable energy systems.

• Lifestyle Migration
• Internal Migration
• Social Theory
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Associate Professor Nick Osbaldiston is a sociologist affiliated with James Cook University (JCU) since 2015, working in the College of Arts, Society and Education. He also serves as a research fellow at the Cairns Institute. His research focuses on lifestyle migration, internal migration, social theory, coastal sociology, higher education labor dynamics, and climate change adaptation. Notable publications include Understanding Lifestyle Migration (2014) and The Social Structures of Global Academia (2019). He has held roles at the University of Melbourne, Monash University, and Federation University. Research interests include migration patterns, coastal communities, and academia's social structures. Current projects explore post-COVID migration trends and a cultural sociology of coasts (projected 2026). He supervises students in sociology, geography, and planning. Awards include the JCU Rising Star Award (2017) and Inclusive Practice Award (2019). Teaching spans sociology, social theory, qualitative and quantitative methods, and demography. He contributed to textbooks like Exploring Sociology in the Antipodes (2024). Editorial roles include Australian Planner and American Journal of Cultural Sociology .

Apostu Izabela MariaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Mining Site Reclamation
• Soil Restoration
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Dr. Apostu Izabela Maria is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Mining , Department of Environmental Engineering and Geology of the University of Petroșani. Her work focuses on sustainable mining practices, environmental rehabilitation of degraded lands, and geotechnical safety in mining regions. She actively contributes to research addressing the ecological and technical challenges of lignite open-pit mining in Romania, particularly in the Jiu Valley and Oltenia regions. Her research interests include soil restoration, waste dump stability analysis, water quality monitoring, and the application of AI in environmental management. She has led over 30 studies since 2017, many involving case studies in the Rovinari and Berbești mining basins. Key projects include assessing geotechnical risks in flooded open-pits, developing methods for mine reclamation, and evaluating the environmental impact of mining projects like Certej. Dr. Maria’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating engineering solutions with ecological restoration. Her recent publications highlight innovations in plant species selection for pedogenesis acceleration and the use of fuzzy logic for stability assessments. She has also explored post-mining land reuse strategies, such as flooding former pits to create water reservoirs for irrigation and ecological purposes. Her work frequently engages with regional stakeholders, addressing both technical challenges and societal impacts of mining activities. She has advised on policy compliance for sustainable practices in lignite extraction and contributed to urban landscape assessments in mining-affected areas like Petroșani.

Hakan YalçinerView profile

Associate Professor

• Civil Engineering
• Performance of Constructed Facilities
• Earthquake Engineering
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Prof. Hakan Yalçiner is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University. He specializes in earthquake engineering, corrosion protection, and structural performance of reinforced concrete structures. His research focuses on corrosion effects, seismic performance, and strengthening techniques for buildings. He has authored over 85 publications and supervised 13 theses. Education: B.Sc. (2005, European University of Lefke), M.Sc. (2007, European University of Lefke), Ph.D. (2012, Eastern Mediterranean University). Postgraduate studies at McMaster University (2009-2010). Research interests include corrosion modeling, seismic resilience, and repair technologies for concrete structures. Notable awards include the Elsevier Top Downloaded Paper Award (2012) and the Erzincan Innovation Award (2022). He serves as a reviewer for journals like Engineering Structures and is a member of ACI Committees on Corrosion Studies. Key projects include developing empirical models for corroded RC structures and assessing seismic performance post-earthquakes. His work bridges experimental research with practical applications in construction and disaster management.

• Energy Efficiency
• Thermal Performance
• Sustainable Architecture
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Esma Mihlayanlar is a Professor at the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Trakya University. Her research focuses on energy efficiency, thermal performance of buildings, sustainable architectural practices, and conservation of historical structures. She has advised multiple master's and doctoral theses on topics such as passive design strategies, renewable energy integration, and building envelope optimization. Education: B.Sc (1992), M.Sc (1996), Ph.D (2005). She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, with notable works on thermal bridge analysis, historical building preservation, and sustainable project delivery systems. Her recent projects include studies on energy renovation of boutique hotels and seismic performance of contemporary buildings. Her research spans interdisciplinary areas including material science, environmental engineering, and architectural design. She has organized national conferences and serves as an editor for the Trakya Mimarlık ve Tasarım Dergisi . Current research interests include agricultural waste-derived insulation materials and bio-mimetic design principles.

Carlos VenturaView profile

Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Dr. Carlos Ventura is a Professor of Structural & Earthquake Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), serving as Director of the Earthquake Engineering Research Facility (EERF). With over 30 years of experience, his research focuses on structural dynamics, seismic retrofit of buildings, and infrastructure resilience. He has published over 400 papers and led projects for seismic safety guidelines in schools and bridges. Research Interests: Earthquake engineering Structural vibration testing Performance-based design Regional seismic risk assessment Structural health monitoring Awards: Lieutenant Governor’s Award of Excellence (2013) Fellow, Canadian Academy of Engineering (2010) Champions of Earthquake Resilience Award (2015) Multiple best paper awards in international journals Labs & Projects: Director of UBC Earthquake Engineering Research Facility (EERF) Lead researcher in BC School Seismic Retrofit Program Principal investigator in structural health monitoring networks Contributions to bridge and dam safety evaluations

• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Design
• Concrete Structures
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Dr. Perry Adebar is a Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Applied Science. He specializes in seismic design and evaluation of high-rise concrete shear wall buildings. Dr. Adebar chairs the technical committee for the Canadian Standard CSA A23.3 on Design of Concrete Structures and leads the Seismic Design Subcommittee (Clause 21). He has served on key national committees, including the National Model Code Committee (NMCC-SD) for seismic design provisions in the National Building Code of Canada, and previously chaired the National Standing Committee on Earthquake Design (SC-ED) from 2019 to 2024. He is a member of Canada Task Force 1 (TF-1) Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR) Team and serves on the Board of Directors of the Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC). His research focuses on concrete structures, seismic design innovations, and resilient building systems, with over 50 publications in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Adebar has held administrative roles as Head of UBC Civil Engineering (2014–2019) and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science (1999–2008). He has received notable awards, including the APEGBC Teaching Award (2015), UBC Killam Teaching Prize (2013), Meritorious Achievement Award (2004), and ACI Structural Research Award (1998). His consulting work includes evaluations and repairs of concrete structures globally, with a focus on post-earthquake resilience. His teaching includes courses such as CIVL 430 (Design of Concrete Structures) and CIVL 513 (Concrete Structures). His research emphasizes seismic performance of high-rise buildings, including shear wall behavior, diaphragm flexibility, and code-compliant design. Recent work addresses innovative approaches to earthquake-resilient structures, non-linear foundation rotation, and higher-mode shear force analysis in Canadian standards. He actively contributes to advancing seismic design practices through committee work and academic publications.

• Seismic Hazard Assessment
• Ground Motion Modeling
• Site Effects Analysis
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Dr. Afifa Imtiaz is a scientific researcher at the Swiss Seismological Service (SED), ETH Zurich, since 2019. Her work focuses on earthquake hazard and risk assessment, particularly in Basel, Switzerland. She specializes in seismic ground motion analysis, site effects, and microzonation studies. Dr. Imtiaz holds a PhD in Engineering Seismology from Grenoble Alpes University (2015) and has extensive postdoctoral experience in France and Switzerland. Education: PhD in Engineering Seismology (2015), Grenoble Alpes University MSc in Engineering Seismology (2011), Grenoble Alpes University Research Interests: Dr. Imtiaz investigates spatial variability of ground motion in active seismic regions, focusing on basin effects and near-source dynamics. She develops numerical models to predict amplification and coherence patterns, with applications to urban risk assessment. Her work integrates geophysical data (e.g., shear-wave velocity profiles) with probabilistic risk frameworks. Key Projects: ARES PRD: Earthquake risk reduction in Haiti ANR EXAMIN: Ground motion variability for industrial infrastructure IMAGE: Geothermal exploration in sedimentary basins Basel Urban Seismic Risk Model: 3D geological-seismological integration Scientific Contributions: Her research bridges seismic hazard modeling with practical risk mitigation, particularly in urban environments. She has pioneered methods for combining ambient noise data with morphometric analyses to map resonance effects. Recent work focuses on scenario-based loss assessments and probabilistic amplification mapping.

Andrew MacKenzieView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Planning
• Environmental Management
• Landscape Architecture
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Andrew MacKenzie is an Honorary Associate Professor at the Fenner School of Environment & Society, Australian National University (ANU), and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the same institution. He holds extensive experience in academic and professional roles, including Head of Discipline for Design and Architecture at the University of Canberra (2014–2016), Course Director for the Bachelor of Design (2013–2014), and Senior Lecturer in Landscape Architecture (2010–2018). His career spans academic leadership, design practice, and landscape architecture. His research focuses on urban planning, environmental management, and disaster resilience. Key interests include governance of urban green spaces, biodiversity enhancement in cities, and post-disaster redevelopment. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals and edited books, such as Canberra Red: Stories from the bush capital (2013) and articles on sustainable urban futures. MacKenzie’s professional background includes managing MacKenzie Landscapes Pty Ltd (1989–2001) and roles as a registered landscape architect. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in design and environmental policy.

Anna Serra-LlobetView profile

Lecturer

• Flood Risk Management
• Environmental Planning
• Nature-Based Solutions
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Anna Serra-Llobet is a Lecturer in the Department of Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. Her work focuses on flood risk management, environmental planning, and the implementation of nature-based solutions. She examines policy frameworks in France and the US, emphasizing equity, climate adaptation, and interdisciplinary approaches to disaster resilience. Her research explores post-wildfire flood dynamics, residual risk in flood-prone areas, and urban river restoration. Notable case studies include the 2018 Montecito debris flows and flood inequities in Jackson, Mississippi. She critiques terminology gaps in climate policy and advocates for integrated funding strategies for multibenefit projects. Key themes in her work include institutional barriers to nature-based solutions, transnational policy comparisons, and historical approaches to hazard planning. Her articles analyze governance systems, sediment management, and the socio-ecological dimensions of urban water systems, particularly in Global South contexts. Anna holds a PhD in Environmental Science and has conducted fieldwork across North America, Europe, and South America. Her research bridges academic analysis with practical policy recommendations, emphasizing equity and sustainability in flood management strategies.

Ryerson ChristieView profile

Associate Professor

• Peacebuilding
• Disaster Management
• Conflict Resolution
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Ryerson Christie is an Associate Professor in Peacebuilding and Disasters at the University of Bristol's School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies. His research focuses on disaster response frameworks, conflict-sensitive humanitarian aid, and post-disaster governance structures. He maintains affiliations with the School of Earth Sciences through collaborative work with Emeritus Professor Willy Aspinall on geological disaster mitigation strategies. Education: M.A. from Carleton University, PhD (institution unspecified) Research interests include analyzing intersections between political instability and disaster vulnerability, particularly in fragile states. He emphasizes participatory approaches to crisis management and the role of international organizations in conflict-affected regions. No specific articles were listed in the provided text. His work trends suggest sustained engagement with interdisciplinary disaster studies combining sociopolitical analysis with practical policy recommendations. Grants/Awards: None explicitly mentioned in text Supervises research projects related to conflict-sensitive development and disaster resilience. Collaborates with the University's Media and PR Team for expert commentary on crisis situations. Based at 11 Priory Road, Bristol BS8 1TU, with active participation in interdisciplinary teams addressing disaster management challenges.

Venkatesh KodurView profile

Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Fire Engineering
• Material Behavior Under Fire
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Dr. Venkatesh Kodur is a University Distinguished Professor and Director of the Centre on Structural Fire Engineering and Diagnostics at Michigan State University's College of Engineering. He specializes in structural and fire engineering, with a focus on material behavior under extreme fire conditions. His work has significantly impacted fire safety in infrastructure globally. He holds adjunct professorships at institutions like University of Waterloo and Indian Institute of Technology, and has led international projects, including investigations of the World Trade Center collapse. Education : Ph.D., Structural Engineering, Queen's University, Canada (1992) M.S., Structural Engineering, Queen's University, Canada (1988) B.S., Civil Engineering, Bangalore University, India (1985) Research Interests : His research addresses fire resistance of materials, structural integrity under extreme conditions, and disaster mitigation. He has pioneered techniques to minimize fire damage in built environments, leveraging computational modeling and material science. Recognition : Over 22,000 citations and an h-index of 82 (Google Scholar) Elected Fellow of seven prestigious academies, including the Royal Society of Canada and Indian National Academy of Engineering Awarded NATO Collaborative Research and Fulbright Scholar honors Leadership : Former Chair of MSU's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and current Chair of the international 'Structures in Fire' steering committee. He has held editorial roles in top journals and led numerous technical committees. Labs/Teams : Leads the Centre on Structural Fire Engineering and Diagnostics, advancing fire safety through interdisciplinary research and global collaborations.

Paul BurkeView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Energy Economics
• Transport Economics
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Professor Paul Burke is a Professor and Deputy Director of the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University (ANU), within the Arndt-Corden Department of Economics. His research focuses on energy and environmental economics, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, addressing topics like urban air pollution, electric vehicle policies in China, and energy transitions in Southeast Asia. He holds a BAgrEc (Hons I) from the University of Sydney and a PhD in Economics from ANU. Research & Teaching: Teaches IDEC8029 Issues in Applied Microeconomics. Editorial roles include Associate Editor of Asian-Pacific Economic Literature and Editorial Board member of Bulletin of Indonesian Economic Studies . Advised five PhD students and delivered executive education in microeconomics, environmental economics, and energy economics. Awards & Affiliations: Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia (FASSA) and Distinguished Fellow of the Australasian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society. Active in projects like the ANU Grand Challenge Zero Carbon for the Asia Pacific and the Australia-Germany Energy Transition Hub. Key Research Themes: Environmental and energy policy in developing countries, climate change mitigation, renewable energy adoption, and economic impacts of natural disasters. Recent work explores electric vehicle subsidies in China, coal phase-out strategies in Indonesia and Vietnam, and low-emission zones in Japan.

Matthew BaronView profile

Professor

• Banking Crises
• Financial Fragility
• Macroeconomics
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Matthew Baron is a Professor at the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, Cornell University. His primary research focuses on banking crises, financial fragility, and policy development to mitigate systemic risks. He holds a PhD in Economics from Princeton University and a BS in Mathematics from Yale University. His research explores investor beliefs, bank insolvency dynamics, implicit creditor guarantees, and the long-term impacts of banking crises. He has published in top journals like the Quarterly Journal of Economics and Review of Financial Studies. His work is funded by grants from institutions such as the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) and the Cornell Center for Social Sciences. Teaching responsibilities include MBA courses in Investment and Portfolio Management and Behavioral Finance, as well as contributions to the Cornell-Tsinghua Finance MBA and PhD programs. He advises PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, many of whom secure roles at leading academic institutions and central banks. Baron is affiliated with the Quantitative Financial History Lab at Cornell, which specializes in historical financial crisis analysis. His current projects include studying credit booms, disaster risk measurement, and the survival dynamics of large banks during crises. He has served as a visiting researcher at the Federal Reserve Board, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and Commodity Futures Trading Commission, enhancing his engagement with policymaking and regulatory frameworks.

• Redistributed Manufacturing
• Healthcare Supply Chains
• Supply Chain Resilience
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Dr. Helen Sanderson is a Senior Research Fellow at the Faculty of Business and Law (University of the West of England). Her work bridges biochemical expertise with supply chain innovation through the Redistributed Manufacturing in Healthcare Network (RiHN) , focusing on transformative healthcare production models. BSc (Hons) Biochemistry, University of Sheffield PhD, University of Manchester Research themes include: Redistributed Manufacturing (RDM) for point-of-care medical products 3D printing applications in food and healthcare supply chains Supply chain resilience during geopolitical disruptions Regulatory frameworks for decentralised manufacturing Biochemical foundations for medical product development Publications reveal a dual focus on technical cell biology research (2006-2012) and applied supply chain studies (2022-present). Key trends demonstrate integration of biomanufacturing with business model innovation in healthcare. Professional expertise spans grant portfolio management, bid writing for multidisciplinary projects, and stakeholder coordination across industry-academic-clinical partnerships. Research outputs frequently examine temporary supply chains in crisis settings and commercialisation pathways for emerging healthcare technologies.