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Prof. Annemiek ter Heijne is a Full Professor of Environmental Technology at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Agrotechnology & Food Sciences faculty and leading the Environmental Technology group. She focuses on circular economy solutions, microbial electrochemistry, and sustainable resource recovery from waste streams. Her research integrates biological, chemical, and physical processes to develop technologies like bioelectrochemical systems for methane production and nutrient recovery. Education: MSc in Environmental Sciences (Wageningen University), PhD in Environmental Technology (Wageningen University & Wetsus). She has held a 0.8 FTE position since her PhD, balancing work with family and hobbies. Her leadership emphasizes collaboration, work-life balance, and the ethical use of AI in science. Research Interests: Bioelectrochemical systems, microbial fuel cells, carbon capture via electrochemical processes, and sustainable wastewater treatment. She explores how bacteria can clean wastewater while generating energy, emphasizing circularity and global sustainability. Key Projects: Scaling up methane-producing bioelectrochemical systems, CO₂-to-methane conversion, and optimizing bioanodes for ammonium recovery. Collaborates with industry to translate lab innovations into real-world applications. Awards: NWO Vidi Grant (2019) Advising: Supervises 18 PhD candidates including D. Metz (Circular Nutrients), Y. Chang (Sulfur Recovery), and J. Steller (Power-to-Methane) Grants: Multiple EU and industry funded projects on electrochemical technologies Labs/Teams: Leads the Environmental Technology group and chairs the Wageningen Energy Alliance, fostering cross-disciplinary energy research.

• Environmental Engineering
• Sustainable Energy
• Microbial Electrochemistry
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David R. Nielsen is a Professor and Program Chair for Chemical Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), within the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy. He holds additional roles as Senior Global Futures Scientist and is affiliated with Microbiology (PhD) and Molecular/Cellular Biology (MS/PhD) programs. His research focuses on metabolic engineering and synthetic biology to develop microbial platforms for converting renewable resources into fuels and chemicals. Education: Postdoc at MIT (2006-2009), PhD from Queen’s University (2006), and B.Sc. from University of Colorado-Boulder (2001). His lab, the Nielsen Lab, integrates microbiology, bioprocess engineering, and systems biology to address challenges in sustainable biomanufacturing. Key research areas include microbial community engineering, CO2 fixation, and biofuel production. Notable achievements include the 2018 Fulton Exemplar Faculty Award and the 2010-2011 Outstanding Professor distinction. His work spans over 80 peer-reviewed publications and includes collaborations with industry partners like Ajinomoto and Sustainable Conversion Ventures. Current projects involve enhancing cyanobacterial CO2 utilization and developing integrated bioprocessing strategies. Advising highlights include mentoring PhD candidates like Dr. Zach Dookeran and Dr. Andrew Flores, and overseeing Master’s students such as Omar Abed and Chandra Chey. Research funding exceeds $10M from NSF, DOE, and industry grants, supporting initiatives in biorefinery design, microbial tolerance engineering, and carbon-neutral processes. Professional contributions include editorial roles for Biotechnology Notes and Frontiers in Microbiology , alongside membership in AIChE, SIMB, and the Engineering Biology Research Consortium. The lab is located in Biodesign C, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions to global sustainability challenges.

• Metabolic Engineering
• Synthetic Biology
• Biofuels
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Chengzong Pang is an Associate Professor and MSECE Graduate Coordinator at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering, Wichita State University. His work focuses on power systems, electrical engineering innovations, and renewable energy integration. He specializes in transient stability analysis, control systems, and smart grid technologies. Research Interests: Dr. Pang's expertise includes advanced control strategies for power electronics (e.g., PMSM, UPQC), machine learning applications for grid stability (LSTM/SVM), and energy storage solutions for renewable integration. His research also addresses challenges in microgrid operation, subsynchronous oscillation mitigation, and battery storage systems. Key Trends in Publications: Over 20 years of publications (2002–2022) emphasize: (1) Machine learning for power system analysis, (2) Control system design for renewable integration, (3) Grid stability enhancement via advanced algorithms, and (4) Smart grid infrastructure optimization. Recent works (2021–2022) highlight transient stability prediction and ANFIS-based power quality solutions. Labs/Teams: Active in energy systems research groups focusing on renewable integration and grid modernization, though specific lab names are not explicitly stated in the provided texts.

• Power Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Control Systems
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A/Pr Steven Goh is an Associate Professor in Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ), affiliated with the School of Engineering. He holds advanced degrees including a DEng from USQ and is a Fellow of Engineers Australia. His research focuses on engineering education, practice, management, and biomedical engineering. He has received notable awards such as the 2015 Australian Government OLT Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning and multiple USQ accolades. Education: BEng(Hons) in Manufacturing & Materials (UQ), MBA (Deakin), MProfAcc (USQ), DEng (USQ), and a Diploma in Company Directorship (AICD). Research Interests: Engineering education innovation, sustainable energy systems, and biomedical applications. He actively contributes to professional bodies like the Australasian Association of Engineering Education and serves as Editor (Strategic) for the Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering. Awards: Multiple teaching excellence awards from USQ (2008-2010) and the 2015 national OLT Citation. Advising/Grants: Not explicitly detailed in text; his roles include supervising students and leading research projects on engineering education and asset management. Labs/Teams: Associated with the Centre for Future Materials and Centre for Health Research at USQ.

• Engineering Education
• Engineering Practice
• Engineering Management
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Dr. John G. Hayes is a Senior Lecturer at University College Cork (UCC) in the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering . He holds a Ph.D. from UCC (1998), an M.S.E.E. from the University of Minnesota (1989), an M.B.A. from California Lutheran University (1993), and a B.E. from UCC (1986). His academic career began at UCC in 2000, and he directs the Power Electronics Research Laboratory (PERL) , focusing on industrial collaborations with companies like Analog Devices and General Motors. Research Interests : Power electronics, magnetic components, electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, smart grids, and energy storage. Notable Work : Joint author of Electric Powertrain: Energy Systems, Power Electronics and Drives for Electric, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicles (Wiley, 2018) and its Chinese edition (2021). Scientific Awards : 2011 IEEE William M. Portnoy Award for Best Paper/Presentation at IEEE ECCE. Advising : Supervised 10+ Ph.D. students across powertrain modeling, magnetic materials, and converter control. Current advisee: Conor Healy (Doctoral Degree). Labs : Leads PERL, which develops high-power converters for automotive and renewable energy applications, partnering with industry leaders like SMA Magnetics and United Technologies.

• Energy Storage Systems
• High-power Power Converters
• Electrically Propelled Vehicles (Electric, Hybrid, Fuelcell)
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Ignacio Galiano Zurbriggen is an Assistant Professor in the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering at Simon Fraser University (SFU), holding a P.Eng. license. His expertise spans power electronics, energy systems integration, and sustainable energy engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering at UBC (2020), followed by M.Sc. degrees from UBC (2013) and SFU (2012), and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Córdoba (2010). His research focuses on power converter modeling/control, energy systems optimization, and multi-domain systems. Notable projects include ultra-fast MPPT algorithms for PV systems, LVRT improvements for wind turbines, and GaN-based PFC design. He teaches advanced courses like SEE 895 Special Topics III and serves as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Open Journal of Power Electronics. Recent work emphasizes grid-connected converter dynamics, microgrid optimization, and adaptive control strategies for renewable energy systems. His publications span IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, Smart Grid, and leading conferences like APEC and ECCE.

• Power Converter Modelling & Control
• Energy Systems Integration
• Renewable Energy Systems
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Professor Mohammad E. Taslim is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Northeastern University's College of Engineering. He holds the role of Program Director for the Master of Science in Energy Systems program. His academic expertise spans experimental and numerical research in gas turbine cooling technology, renewable energy systems (solar/wind), non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, and nano-sensor development. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona (1981). Research focuses on heat transfer optimization in turbine blades, multiphase flow analysis, and energy sustainability. He leads projects funded by organizations like General Electric Aviation and the American Chemical Society. Key research areas include: 1) Advanced gas turbine cooling strategies, 2) Sand separation systems for helicopter engines, 3) Non-rotating wind energy generation. Notable publications include studies on droplet dynamics, film cooling effectiveness, and rib-roughened channel heat transfer. Awards include the 2022 Faculty Research Team Award, Fellowships from ASME and AIAA, and multiple patents (e.g., non-rotating wind turbine and carbon nanotube ladder technology). Active in academic leadership, he advises students on study abroad programs like the Vietnam Dialogue, integrating field visits with engineering coursework.

• Gas Turbine Cooling Technology
• Solar Energy
• Wind Energy
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Samuli Patala serves as an Assistant Professor specializing in sustainability within business contexts, explicitly affiliated with the Department of Management Studies. His research directly advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through investigations into circular economy frameworks and sustainable resource governance, with particular emphasis on systemic transitions in industrial systems. Patala's research portfolio centers on circular economy meta-organizing, value chain reconfiguration, and cross-sector partnership dynamics. He examines institutional interfaces where global formal policies interact with local informal practices, alongside place-based innovation ecosystems that drive sustainability transitions. His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks in institutional theory with practical business applications for resource-intensive industries. Analysis of his publication trajectory since 2016 reveals escalating scholarly impact, with his 2023 problematizing review of circular economy assumptions accumulating 69 Scopus citations. His research demonstrates methodological diversity—from configurational analyses of partnership portfolios to stakeholder interviews for data-driven circular systems—while maintaining thematic focus on value creation, resource governance, and systemic barriers in sectors like textiles and energy. His scientific recognition includes: Carolyn B. Dexter Award for Best International Paper (2018) Distinguished Winner of 2023 Responsible Research in Management Award ONE Unorthodox Paper Award (2018) Patala currently leads three major research initiatives as principal investigator: the Academy of Finland-funded Circular Design Network project (2021-2022), Business Finland's BF/SciSustain E70602 (2024-2026) focusing on biocolourants and sustainable materials, and the ongoing SA/GloWater project (2024-2027) addressing global water management challenges. These projects demonstrate his commitment to translating theoretical insights into actionable sustainability solutions through industry-academia collaboration and policy engagement.

• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Business
• Value Chain Management
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María Teresa Pérez Prior is Associate Professor and Director of the Álvaro Alonso Barba Institute of Chemistry and Materials Technology at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. Her research develops advanced materials for energy applications including fuel cells, batteries, and sustainable technologies. She specializes in polymer electrolyte membranes, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and hybrid composites for electrochemical devices. Recent innovations include high-conductivity membranes using HKUST-1 MOFs and cross-linked polymer-ceramic electrolytes. She leads multiple international projects including HERSUS and ECOBUILT initiatives focused on sustainable materials. Dr. Pérez Prior has published extensively on anion-exchange membranes, proton conductors, and multifunctional composites in journals such as Chemistry of Materials and ACS Applied Polymer Materials , with over 60 peer-reviewed publications.

• Polymer Electrolytes
• Fuel Cell Technology
• Materials Science
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Shanhui Fan is the Joseph and Hon Mai Goodman Professor of the School of Engineering at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Applied Physics and a Senior Fellowship at the Precourt Institute for Energy. He directs the Edward L. Ginzton Laboratory and holds a Ph.D. in theoretical condensed matter physics from MIT. His research focuses on nanophotonics, including photonic crystals, metamaterials, quantum optics, and radiative cooling technologies. He has published over 700 papers and holds 80+ patents, with awards including the R. W. Wood Prize and membership in the National Academies of Sciences and Engineering. Education: B.Sc. (Physics, 1992) University of Science and Technology of China; Ph.D. (Physics, 1997) MIT. Affiliations: Edward L. Ginzton Laboratory, Department of Electrical Engineering, Stanford University. Research Highlights: Radiative cooling systems (e.g., subambient cooling), photonic synthetic dimensions, quantum optics with free electrons, and energy-efficient materials. His work bridges theoretical and experimental photonics, with applications in renewable energy, imaging, and quantum technologies. Recent advancements include nighttime electric power generation via radiative cooling and nonreciprocal metasurface devices. He advises over 20 graduate students and postdocs, contributing to breakthroughs in photonics and energy systems. Awards & Honors: R. W. Wood Prize (Optica, 2022) Simons Investigator in Physics (2021) Member, National Academy of Sciences (2025) Member, National Academy of Engineering (2024) Grants & Teams: Leads the Light-Matters Initiative (LMI EFRC) and co-founded Skycool Systems and Flexcompute. His lab collaborates on radiative cooling textiles and photonic neural networks.

• Nanophotonics
• Photonic Crystals
• Metamaterials
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Michel Leseure serves as a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering within the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Portsmouth, where he is affiliated with the Centre for Operational Research and Logistics and Centre of Operational Research and Decision Analysis. As an active PhD Supervisor accepting new doctoral candidates, he contributes to both academic instruction and research supervision in technology-focused programs. His research centers on evolutionary analysis of technical systems, notably applying cladistics (a biological classification method) to manufacturing systems. Additional expertise spans engineering economy, real options theory, and scenario analysis, with recent expansion into sustainable operations management, microgrid optimization, and renewable energy integration. His work bridges industrial engineering with environmental sustainability through lean methodologies and strategic decision frameworks. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in collaborative microgrid systems, where he pioneers approaches to mitigate renewable energy volatility using lean-heijunka strategies and precontracted order mechanisms. His research consistently addresses supply chain resilience, policy impacts on manufacturing investment, and sustainability-performance trade-offs across energy and industrial sectors. Leseure actively mentors doctoral researchers through the Centre for Operational Research and Logistics, focusing on operational decision-making in energy systems and sustainable manufacturing. His collaborative projects frequently involve international researchers, particularly with H. Feleafel and J. Radulovic, examining microgrid economics and supply chain adaptability under turbulent conditions.

• Evolution of Technical Systems
• Cladistics in Manufacturing
• Engineering Economy
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Marika Kokko is a Professor of Bio- and Circular Economy at the University of Tampere, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the Department of Materials Science and Environmental Engineering. Her research focuses on sustainable solutions for carbon dioxide utilization, nutrient recovery, and bioelectrochemical systems. She leads projects such as isoSUS (developing short-chain fatty acid conversion) and BioNH4 (recovering ammonium nitrogen from wastewater). Education: Doctor of Science (Technology), Tampere University of Technology (2013) Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Freiburg, Germany (2014–2016) Tenure-track career progression at Tampere University since 2016 Research Interests: CO₂ conversion via microbial electrosynthesis and bioelectrochemical processes Electrochemical nitrogen recovery from wastewater Microplastic analysis in environmental matrices Bioremediation of industrial waste streams Grants & Collaborations: Funded by Business Finland, Ministry of the Environment, and international consortia Active in interdisciplinary projects like CICAT2025 and UPCE Labs/Teams: Her research group investigates bioelectrochemical systems, microbial communities, and circular economy innovations. They collaborate with industry partners to scale sustainable technologies.

• Sustainable resource recovery
• Biochemical conversion
• Electrochemical processes
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Ciarán Mac an Bhaird is an Associate Professor of Business and Management at Dublin City University (DCU), within the Fiontar & Scoil na Gaeilge department. He holds a PhD from Trinity College Dublin, a B.Comm and LL.B from NUI Galway, and an M.Sc. in Finance from DCU. His academic role includes teaching and supervising PhD students focusing on enterprise policy, high-growth firm financing, and entrepreneurship education. Research interests span resourcing small firms, capital structure, alternative finance, and public policy for SMEs. He authored Resourcing Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (Springer-Verlag, 2010), launched by the Irish Minister for Enterprise. His work has been published in journals like Small Business Economics and Venture Capital . He chairs the Entrepreneurial Finance track at the Institute of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference and serves as an associate editor for Research in International Business and Finance . Current PhD advisees include Simon Bridge, Nouf Alnasser, Batoul Batoulbanjar, and Sean O Reilly. Professional activities include contributions to policy reports for Enterprise Ireland and the Irish League of Credit Unions, and participation in the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Programme.

• Resourcing Small Firms
• Enterprise Policy
• Entrepreneurial Finance
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David Newbery serves as Professor of Applied Economics at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Economics since 1988 and Research Director of the Electricity Policy Research Group (EPRG). His career spans prestigious appointments including Visiting Professorships at Stanford, Princeton, UC Berkeley, and Imperial College London, alongside significant policy roles at the World Bank and IMF. His research focuses on electricity market design , climate policy economics , and transport pricing , addressing critical challenges in energy transition and regulatory frameworks. Key contributions include foundational work on supply function equilibria, market power assessment in liberalized utilities, and optimal climate policy instruments. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent leadership in energy market restructuring (1990s-2000s) renewables integration economics (2000s-2010s) climate policy-market power interactions (2000s-present) with methodological strengths in game theory and empirical industrial organization. Major recognitions include: CBE (2012 Birthday Honours) Frisch Medal (1990) Fellowships of Econometric Society and British Academy IAEE Outstanding Contributions Award (2003) Honorary Degree from University of Antwerp (2004) Newbery's policy impact extends through World Bank advisory roles (1981-83 as Division Chief of Public Economics), IMF consultations (1987), and sustained engagement with European energy regulators via EPRG. His work informs critical infrastructure pricing frameworks globally, particularly in electricity and transport sectors. He leads the Electricity Policy Research Group at Cambridge, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between economists, engineers, and policy experts to address energy transition challenges through rigorous market design analysis.

• Electricity Policy Research
• Market Design and Behaviour
• Transmission Access Pricing
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Roberto Pastres is an Associate Professor at the Department of Environmental Sciences, Informatics and Statistics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He specializes in ecology, with a focus on coastal ecosystems, aquaculture sustainability, and environmental modeling. His research integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in marine resource management, including aquaculture impacts, water quality, and climate change adaptation. Teaching: He teaches Environmental Modelling (Master's level) and Ecology courses in Environmental Engineering and Cultural Heritage programs. Recent teaching roles include: Environmental Modelling (6 cfu) for M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences Ecology of Cultural Heritage (6 cfu) for M.Sc. in Conservation Science Research Interests: Pastres' work spans ecological modeling, sustainable aquaculture practices, and ecosystem services valuation. Key projects include: Leading the GAIN H2020 project for green aquaculture intensification Contributing to EU-funded initiatives like BeBlue (aquaponics) and FORCE (Egyptian fisheries) Modeling coastal zone management strategies for the Venice Lagoon Grants & Projects: He coordinates or participates in multiple EU and national grants, including: H2020 GAIN (2018-2022): €6M for sustainable aquaculture innovation Interreg BeBlue (2023-2025): Promoting sustainable aquaponics Life12 NAT/IT/000331: Restoring Venice Lagoon seagrass beds Labs/Teams: Active in the Research Institute for Green and Blue Growth and the Interconnected Nord-Est Innovation Ecosystem. Collaborates with international teams on digital twin systems for aquaculture and precision farming tools.

• Marine Ecology
• Aquaculture Sustainability
• Environmental Modeling
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