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Tanya AplinView profile

Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Digital Technologies Regulation
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Professor Tanya Aplin holds the title of Global Distinguished Professor at the Notre Dame London Law Programme and is a Professor of Intellectual Property Law at King's College, London. She is also the Editor for the Hart Series on Information Law and Regulation. Her expertise spans international, European, and UK copyright law, focusing on digital technologies, trade secrets, and legal reforms in the data economy. A leading scholar in intellectual property, her work bridges theoretical frameworks and practical legal challenges in the digital age. Her research interests include AI and intellectual property law, trade secret policy, data sharing regulation, and UK copyright reform. She has co-authored seminal texts such as Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyright, Trade Marks and Allied Rights and Global Mandatory Fair Use , which advocate for broader copyright exceptions. Her collaboration with Prof. Bently on fair use has significantly impacted international IP discourse. Professor Aplin’s publications reflect a commitment to addressing modern legal challenges posed by digital technologies, trade secrets in the data economy, and harmonizing global IP frameworks. Her Research Handbook on Intellectual Property and Digital Technologies (2020) consolidates interdisciplinary perspectives on emerging tech and law. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the text. Her advisory and grant activities are not detailed, though her prolific co-authorships highlight collaborative research efforts. She contributes to both academic discourse and practical legal education through her textbooks and editorial roles.

Gillian BrooksView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Influencer Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Digital Marketing Strategy
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Dr. Gillian Brooks is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Strategic Marketing at King’s Business School, King’s College London, and serves as Programme Director for the Executive MBA. Her research focuses on influencer marketing, consumer culture, and social media, employing qualitative methods like ethnography and content analysis. She has been awarded a £1.1 million grant from U.K. Research and Innovation for interdisciplinary mental health research involving social media influencers. Dr. Brooks holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, a Master of Arts in Communication and Technology (Summa cum laude) from Georgetown University, and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communications from McMaster University. She previously taught at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and the London School of Economics, earning multiple teaching awards, including the Social Sciences Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Oxford. Her research interests span influencer celebrification, digital marketing strategies, and the psychological impacts of social media. She collaborates with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience on youth mental health initiatives and leads projects like KingsCAT, a social media research toolkit. Key publications include studies on brand engagement via influencers and virtual celebrity systems. Grants: £1.1M UKRI grant for mental health research via influencer marketing Awards: Don Lehmann Award, multiple teaching recognitions Interests: Circular fashion, digital nomadism, and personal branding Dr. Brooks advises on executive education programs in personal branding and communication, and her work bridges academia with industry through invited talks globally. She remains active in promoting inclusive education and sustainable business practices.

Mahesh PoudyalView profile

Lecturer

• Conservation Social Science
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Natural Resource Management
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Dr. Mahesh Poudyal is a Lecturer in Conservation Social Science at the University of Kent's School of Anthropology and Conservation, and a member of the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE). His research focuses on socio-economic and institutional aspects of biodiversity conservation, natural resource governance, environmental justice, and the poverty-environment nexus. He has conducted fieldwork in Nepal, Madagascar, Ghana, Sweden, and other regions, examining topics such as conservation impacts on communities, customary land tenure systems, and climate change policies. Dr. Poudyal holds a PhD in Environment and Politics from the University of York (2010), with field research in Northern Ghana. Before joining Kent, he held postdoctoral positions at King’s College London (2019-2021), the ESPA Programme Directorate (2017-2018), Bangor University (2013-2017), and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (2011-2013). He is affiliated with ForestAction Nepal as a Research Fellow. His teaching includes modules on conservation and community development, ecotourism, biodiversity economics, and environmental sustainability. Current PhD supervision topics include human-snake conflict mitigation in India, equity in conservation measures, and biosphere reserve governance in Chile. Dr. Poudyal’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating qualitative and quantitative methods. His recent projects include analyzing ecosystem services data through the Nature4SDGs initiative and investigating the socio-economic dimensions of conservation policies in tropical regions.

Mai ElshehalyView profile

Lecturer

• Information Visualisation
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Visual Analytics
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Mai Elshehaly is a Lecturer in Computer Science at City, University of London, where she is affiliated with the giCentre in the Department of Computer Science, School of Science and Technology. She focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating visualisation solutions that support data-driven decision-making, particularly for non-technical users in healthcare and public sectors. Her work involves close collaboration with healthcare practitioners, local authorities, and schools to co-design tools grounded in real-world needs. Her research interests center on information visualisation and human-computer interaction , with a strong emphasis on user-centered and co-design methodologies . She investigates how lived experiences of stakeholders can shape visual analytics systems, especially in healthcare quality improvement, population health management, and digital transformation initiatives. Her approach bridges technical innovation with social impact, promoting equitable access to data insights. Her recent publications highlight trends in narrative visualization, integration of lived experience with electronic records (e.g., CLEVER framework), and adaptable dashboards for healthcare (QualDash). These works are published in top venues such as IEEE VIS, IEEE TVCG, and Computer Graphics Forum, reflecting a consistent focus on usability, evaluation, and real-world deployment of visual analytics tools. Department-level achievement award during PhD at Virginia Tech University-level achievement award during PhD at Virginia Tech Mai has secured research funding from the Bradford Institute for Health Research (BIHR), NIHR, and internal university sources including EPSRC doctoral training funds. She has led and contributed to interdisciplinary projects such as the Digital Makers Programme and Connected Bradford, which involve partnerships across academia, healthcare, and local government. While no formal PhD students are listed, she mentors through collaborative research and advisory roles. She is actively involved in applied research through leadership positions: Co-Director of the Digital Makers Programme, Deputy Director of the Workforce Observatory for West Yorkshire, member of the advisory board at the Wolfson Centre for Applied Health Research, and cross-theme visualisation expert at the Yorkshire and Humber Patient Safety Research Centre. These roles underscore her commitment to translating research into practice within health and education systems.

• Turnaround management
• Restructuring
• Organisational Change
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Melody Kuziwa Jombe is a Lecturer in Strategic Management and Deputy Programme Director at the University of Exeter Business School. She holds a PhD in Business Management from the University of Pretoria and specializes in Turnaround Management, Restructuring, and Organizational Change. Her research explores causal attributions of venture distress through the Critical Incident Technique. Education BBA (UNISA) BCom Hons (UNISA) - Cum Laude MPhil Strategic Management (University of Pretoria) PhD Business Management (University of Pretoria) Research Interests Melody's work focuses on business strategy resilience, particularly in FMCG and market research industries. Her current initiatives include co-founding the Black Heritage University Group (B-HUGs) to address underrepresentation of Black students in higher education, collaborating with TED WRAGG Trust Schools through campus exposure programs. Scientific Recognition Selected for the 100 Black Women Professors Now Programme (2023 Cohort) Leadership Roles Deputy Programme Director for Business School: With Year Abroad (2023-present) Deputy Programme Director for BA International Business and Modern Languages (2025) Employability Academic Lead (2024-present)

• Environmental Engineering
• Sustainability Engineering
• Urban Heat Island
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Dr. Nasrin Aghamohammadi serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Malaya (UM) and holds academic staff and researcher positions at the Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute in Australia. She additionally maintains an adjunct professorship at Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences in Iran, with her primary institutional affiliation evidenced through Murdoch University via her professional email domain. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of Malaya Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Engineering from Tehran University of Medical Sciences Her research spans urban overheating phenomena, innovative mitigation strategies for tropical cities, sustainability policy frameworks, air quality management, thermal comfort optimization, health impact assessments, urban walkability metrics, heat alert systems, net-zero emissions pathways, and integrated waste-water-energy nexus technologies. She pioneered an IoT-based pedestrian-level heat index monitoring system and actively advances Sustainable Development Goals 3, 6, 7, 8, 11, and 13 through her work. Her scientific recognition includes: Gold Award from University of Malaya (2018) Silver Award from University of Malaya (2018) Excellence Service Award from University of Malaya (2022) As principal investigator for multidisciplinary projects, she leads sustainable engineering initiatives, community engagement programs, and social behavior studies. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she advised on hospital indoor air quality systems. She directed UM's Grand Challenge Programme on urban heat island mitigation in Greater Kuala Lumpur since 2015 and serves as associate editor for high-impact international journals while lecturing across Malaysia, USA, Japan, China, and Iran. Her technical innovations include an IoT-based heat alerting system, and she collaborates with interdisciplinary teams focused on sustainable development goal implementation across urban infrastructure, public health, and climate resilience domains.

• brand management
• e-marketing
• green marketing
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Dagna Siuda is a faculty member at the Lodz University of Technology , affiliated with the Faculty of Organization and Management under the Institute of Marketing and Sustainable Development. She serves as the Student Exchange and Foreign-Language Studies Coordinator and is a member of the Business Studies and Master of Business Studies Study Programme Council . Research Areas: Brand management, e-marketing, virtual brand communities, green marketing, and sustainable consumption. Scientific Activity: Focused on renewable energy adoption models, sustainable packaging, pandemic-era advertising, and digital consumer behavior. Her work explores how virtual brand communities drive loyalty and value co-creation. Academic Roles: Coordinates international exchange programs and contributes to curriculum development for business studies.

Andrea CollinsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Ecological Footprint Analysis
• Sport Ecology
• Sustainable Event Management
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Dr Andrea Collins is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Geography and Planning , Cardiff University, specializing in ecological footprint analysis , sport ecology , and sustainable event management . She serves as Programme Director for the MSc in Sustainability, Planning and Environmental Policy and is affiliated with CAST (Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations) . PhD (University of Wales, 2002) BSc (Hons) Environmental Health (University of Wales, 1996) Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching (Cardiff University, 2012) Research Interests focus on environmental indicators for resource use impacts, particularly ecological footprint as policy/education tool, and sport ecology. Her work examines major events as agents for sustainable behavior change, with projects for UK Sport , The R&A , and Run4Wales . Recent Articles cover sports sustainability, ecological footprint tools, and event emissions. Key themes include carbon accounting , behavioral interventions , and policy frameworks for sustainable events. Scientific Awards include: Celebrating Excellence Award (2022) ESRC Impact Prize Finalist (2021) Cardiff University International Collaboration Award (2006-07) She supervises postgraduate research on sustainable consumption and event impact reduction , and reviews for journals like Environmental Policy and Planning and Journal of Cleaner Production . Her contact : CollinsA@cardiff.ac.uk | Glamorgan Building, Cardiff

Stephanie BondView profile

Research Fellow

• Catchment Hydrology
• GIS and Hydrological Modelling
• Natural Flood Management
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Dr. Stephanie Bond is an Impact Translation Fellow at the School of Geography, Faculty of Environment, University of Leeds, specializing in GIS and hydrological modelling for the iCASP project. She also serves as a Board member of the West Yorkshire Flood Innovation Programme, addressing climate and flood challenges through catchment-based approaches. She holds a PhD from the University of Leeds focused on seasonal and management impacts on water drainage in upland organo-mineral soil grasslands. Her research optimizes land management for flood/drought resilience, carbon sequestration, water quality, and biodiversity, emphasizing hillslope-based Natural Flood Management where land cover acts as surface roughness to 'slow the flow'. She investigates soil hydrological properties influenced by land cover and uses GIS modelling to quantify downstream flood risk from land changes, collaborating closely with land managers, policymakers, and flood-affected communities for practical resilience solutions. Key findings from her PhD reveal overland flow occurs in upland grasslands up to 60% of the time, with grassland vegetation altering flood peaks by -5.5% to +2.2% seasonally and reducing peaks by up to 42% via conservation management versus high-intensity practices.

Tegwen MalikView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• Biomimicry
• Water Management
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Dr. Tegwen Malik, a Senior Lecturer at Swansea University's School of Management and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), bridges artificial intelligence research with biomimetic innovations. Her multifaceted roles include Deputy Programme Director for MSc Management, Director of Education and Content at the i-Lab Research Centre, and leadership in the "Global and Social Challenges" theme. Senior Lecturer, School of Management (since 2022) Deputy Director, MSc Management Programme Director of Education, i-Lab Research Centre UKAT Recognised Practitioner in Advising Her research explores Artificial Intelligence applications across sectors, particularly in higher education, and biomimicry innovations for water management in arid regions. Collaborative work spans engineering (Welsh Centre for Printing and Coating), medicine, and management, with external partnerships at Lifescaped, MIT, and ESPCI. Recent publications analyze agentic AI systems , generative AI impacts , and bioinspired water collection mechanisms. The 2023 I3E Conference awarded her for transformative AI research in education. Best Research Paper Award, I3E 2023 Brazil Co-PI on international projects (Lifescaped, MIT, ESPCI) Supervisor for 4 active PhD students Editorial reviewer for Government Information Quarterly and Information & Organisation Dr. Malik also investigates digital marketing adoption , operations management , and international standards , with practical experience in product commercialization and transnational projects. Her teaching focuses on mathematics and analytics for business , reaching over 600 MSc Management students annually.

• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Auditing
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Maria A. Shtefan is an Associate Professor and Department Head of the Department of Accounting, Analysis and Audit at the Faculty of Economics, Higher School of Economics (HSE University) campus in Nizhny Novgorod. She has been with HSE University since 2002 and serves as a Programme Scientific Supervisor for Finance and is a Member of the HSE Academic Council. Her administrative team includes deputies E. O. Suchkova, M. Gubochkina, and N. Chaprak, with A. Blyakhman serving as her supervisor. Dr. Shtefan holds a Candidate of Sciences (PhD equivalent) in Accounting and Statistics from the Russian State Agricultural Distance-Learning University (2008) and completed her undergraduate degree at Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod (2002). She was awarded the title of Associate Professor in 2016. Her research focuses on critical areas of modern accounting and financial reporting, including Russian and international standards of accounting and financial reporting, Russian and international auditing standards, and the implementation of IFRS. She has published extensively on topics related to audit methodology, financial statement fraud detection, non-financial reporting, ESG factors, and the application of international accounting standards in Russian contexts. Her scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on bridging theoretical accounting frameworks with practical applications in the Russian business environment, particularly examining how international standards can be effectively implemented within domestic contexts. Her work often addresses specific challenges faced by Russian companies in areas such as railway transport accounting, financial statement preparation, and audit practices. Best Teacher Award (2021-2022, 2017-2019) Young Faculty Support Programme - Category 'Future Professoriate' (2010-2011) Member of the Editorial Council of 'International Accounting' journal (2014) Participant at International Journal of Arts & Sciences (IJAS) conference in London (2013) Dr. Shtefan actively supervises doctoral candidates, including Y. Zotova (researching ESG factors' impact on economic efficiency) and M. Goryacheva (studying materiality of financial and non-financial reporting information). She teaches multiple courses including Economic-management thinking, Fundamentals of External and Internal Audit, and International Financial Reporting Standards across Bachelor's and Master's programs. Her teaching spans various academic years, demonstrating her commitment to developing accounting and finance professionals with strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

• Economic History
• Social History
• History of Economic Thought
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Lars Magnusson is a distinguished Full Professor of Economic History at Uppsala University, where he has held his position since 1992. He has served in significant leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences (2012-2017) and Vice-Rector of Uppsala University (2005-2008). His academic influence extends internationally through visiting positions at prestigious institutions such as the École des hautes études en sciences sociales in Paris and the European University Institute in Florence. His scholarly work spans multiple interconnected fields of economic and social history. Magnusson has made significant contributions to the study of mercantilism, with particular focus on whether it remains a useful conceptual framework for understanding historical economic systems. His research on the long-term development of welfare state societies examines how Nordic models, particularly Sweden's, have evolved and responded to economic crises. He has also conducted extensive work on agricultural and industrial history, with specific analyses of sectors like the cutlery industry during industrialization. His interest in working life studies connects to broader investigations of social and economic history, while his intellectual history work explores the evolution of economic and social thought through figures like Malthus and concepts like "envy and emulation." The trends in his recent publications reveal a consistent focus on historical political economy with particular attention to Scandinavian contexts. His scholarly output demonstrates a methodological approach that combines deep historical analysis with contemporary economic theory, often examining how historical economic systems inform current policy debates. While maintaining a strong focus on Swedish and Nordic economic history, his work consistently places these national cases within broader European and global contexts. The recurring themes across his publications include the evolution of economic thought, the relationship between state intervention and market forces, and the historical development of institutional frameworks that shape economic outcomes. His major scholarly recognitions include: Full member of Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences Full member of Royal Society of Sciences, Uppsala Chair of the Board of the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (2004-2016) 2006 Honorary Doctor of Kyoto University Member of the Committee for the Nobel Prize in Economics (2005-2009) 2019 Full member of the Board of the Swedish Research Council Research Fellow of the Max Planck Institute for History (multiple occasions) While specific doctoral students aren't listed in the available information, Professor Magnusson's extensive editorial roles suggest significant mentorship activities. He has served as Editor of "Swedish Historical Journal" (1988-1994), co-Editor of "Economic and Industrial Democracy" (2000-present), and co-Editor of "Scandinavian Economic History Review" (2008-2012). His leadership positions, including Research Director at the National Institute for Working Life (1996-2005) and Chairman of SALTSA (1997-2007), indicate substantial grant management experience directing large-scale research initiatives focused on working life. His involvement with organizations like MISTRA and the Wallenberg Academy Fellows programme further demonstrates his role in shaping research funding priorities in Sweden. Professor Magnusson has been instrumental in establishing and leading several significant research entities. Most notably, he served as Chairman of the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) from 2004 to 2016, an institution that brings together leading international scholars for advanced interdisciplinary research. His work with SALTSA (1997-2007) created a collaborative framework between labor organizations (LO, TCO, SACO) and research institutions focused on working life studies. His international collaborations, particularly through repeated visiting positions at EHESS in Paris and EUI in Florence, have fostered transnational research networks in economic and social history.

Eleni TsingouView profile

Professor

• Transnational governance
• Regulatory and expert networks
• Global financial governance
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Eleni Tsingou is a Professor at the Department of Organization, Copenhagen Business School (CBS), specializing in transnational governance, regulatory networks, and global financial governance. She leads critical research on anti-money laundering regimes, expert policy networks, and demographic change impacts on welfare systems. As the CBS Principal Investigator for the Horizon Europe grant 'NAVIGATOR,' she bridges EU strategies with global governance challenges. Her research explores how professional networks shape market governance, including reproductive health provision and post-crisis EU reforms. She contributes to key journals as an editor (Socio-Economic Review) and advisory board member (Review of International Political Economy). Recent publications analyze policy vacuums, regulatory compliance, and 'Tech for Good' in emerging markets. Her work combines empirical studies of financial policy networks with theoretical insights into legitimacy and institutional dynamics. Scientific awards: She supervises advanced economic sociology and mentors assistant professors in the Higher Education Teaching Excellence Programme, while also engaging in executive teaching, UN consultancy, and research collaborations with institutions like the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs and European University Institute.

• Spatial Databases
• Geoinformatics
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Anastasios Zafeiropoulos serves as Assistant Professor at Harokopio University of Athens, specializing in Spatial Data Management and Analysis within the Postgraduate Studies Program for “Applied Geography and Spatial Management” (Direction C: Geoinformatics). His academic role encompasses teaching “Spatial Databases” and advancing research at the intersection of geospatial technologies and distributed computing systems. His research program focuses on Spatial Databases, Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud/Edge Computing, and 6G Network Orchestration, with significant extensions into Knowledge Graph applications for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and socio-emotional learning in education. Key innovations include the EduCardia methodology for student competency assessment and frameworks for climate vulnerability analysis using knowledge graphs. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals three dominant thrusts: (1) AI-driven orchestration of 6G services across the computing continuum using reinforcement learning; (2) Knowledge Graph applications for SDG interlinkage analysis and materials science; (3) EU-funded IoT/Edge Computing project ecosystems. His work consistently bridges theoretical networking concepts with practical sustainability and educational applications. Dr. Zafeiropoulos actively contributes to EU-funded initiatives in IoT and Edge Computing standardization, particularly through AIOTI WG Standardisation. His project portfolio includes NEPHELE multi-cloud ecosystem development and O-RAN slice admission control research, demonstrating strong industry-academia collaboration in next-generation networking. He leads the development of innovative tools including Palindrome.js for distributed system visualization and the EmoSocio open-access emotional intelligence model, reflecting his commitment to translating research into practical educational and environmental solutions.

Vicente Carabias-HütterView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Smart Cities & Regions
• Technology Foresight
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Prof. Vicente Carabias-Hütter is a full Professor at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), Winterthur, where he heads the Research Group "Sustainable Energy Systems and Smart Cities" and serves as Coordinator of the cross-institute "ZHAW Platform Smart Cities & Regions". Since 2013 he also lectures in Technology Foresight within the School of Engineering. Education & Continuous Learning MSc ETH in Environmental Sciences, ETH Zurich (1996–2000) Certificate of Advanced Studies in Management Education, ZHAW (2014) Continuing-education certificates in foresight, scientific writing & team leadership, JRC-IPTS (2011–2014) Research Interests Carabias-Hütter’s work integrates sustainable energy systems , smart-city innovation , and technology foresight . He investigates socio-technical transitions at neighbourhood, city and regional scales, combining participatory scenario development, behavioural energy research, and living-lab experimentation. Key themes include: Co-creation of smart-city visions and pathways Community-centred energy interventions (apps, games, social norms) Life-cycle and social sustainability assessment of emerging energy technologies Policy-oriented foresight to support the Swiss Energy Strategy 2050 and EU grand challenges Publications & Knowledge Outputs From 1997 to 2021 he (co-)authored 28 peer-reviewed journal articles plus numerous book chapters and policy briefs. Recent outputs (2018-2021) reveal a shift from methodological foresight papers toward empirical, intervention-based studies that evaluate digital community platforms, game-based energy savings, and integrative smart-city governance frameworks. Scientific & Professional Service Principal investigator or co-lead on >20 Swiss and EU projects (PEDvolution-WIN, Swiss Smart City Outreach, Living Labs Interfaces, etc.) Advisor to MSc programmes in Environment & Natural Resources and in Engineering at ZHAW Member of Future City Alliance, Smart City Hub Switzerland, EELISA European alliance Active reviewer for SNF Ambizione and various EU framework programmes Labs, Teams & Networks He leads the Team Sustainable Energy Systems within the ZHAW Institute of Sustainable Development and co-steers the WinLab Winterthur living-lab infrastructure. He also coordinates interdisciplinary teams across the ZHAW Platform Smart Cities & Regions, linking engineering, social sciences, and digital technologies.