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Ariaan PurichView profile

Lecturer

• Antarctic and Southern Ocean climate variability
• Atmosphere-ocean-ice interactions
• Coupled climate modeling
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Ariaan Purich is a Lecturer at Monash University's School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment. Her research focuses on coupled ocean-atmosphere-sea ice interactions in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly Antarctic and Southern Ocean climate variability. She investigates drivers of recent sea ice trends and climate model responses to Antarctic meltwater projections. Ariaan co-chairs the CLIVAR/CliC/SCAR Southern Ocean Region Panel and contributes to the Southern Ocean freshwater release (SOFIA) initiative. Education: MSc in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (McGill University), PhD in Climate Science (UNSW), BSc Chemistry and BEng Environmental Engineering (University of Western Australia). Her postdoctoral roles included positions at CSIRO and ARC initiatives. Research interests include atmosphere-ocean-ice interactions, coupled climate modeling, and Antarctic climate dynamics. Notable projects include主持 the ACCESS-NRI Ice Sheet Modelling team (2025-2028) and research on Southern Ocean sea ice trends. Her work contributes to UN SDGs related to climate action and sustainable development. Key collaborations involve international teams analyzing Antarctic climate processes and ENSO impacts. Recent publications explore El Niño influences on Antarctic mass balance, sea ice variability, and Southern Ocean teleconnections.

• Carbon Accounting
• Emissions Trading
• Sustainable Business Practices
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Dr. Dina Lahanis is a Lecturer in Accounting at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship. A specialist in financial accounting, management accounting, and carbon accounting, she teaches both on-campus and online at undergraduate/postgraduate levels while maintaining international engagements in Indonesia, Singapore, and China. Degrees: Bachelor of Accounting, University of Jember, Indonesia Masters of Professional Accounting, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Master of Business (Accounting), Monash University, Australia PhD in Accounting, University of South Australia, Australia Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching (Higher Education), Swinburne University of Technology, Australia Her research focuses on carbon emissions trading's impact on corporate strategy, sustainable development goals, and net-zero implementation. She has collaborated with UNFCCC and Indonesian institutions while supervising HDR candidates. Scientific Awards: Indonesian Diaspora – World Class Scholar (2019) Excellent International Teaching Award (2019) Indonesian Inspiring Women (2017) She contributes to international teaching programs and serves on professional associations including Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and AFAANZ. Her grant funding supports net-zero research and SDG implementation studies.

• Accounting Education
• Educational Technology
• Gamification in Learning
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Dr. Grainne Oates is an Associate Professor in Accounting at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship. She specializes in teaching innovations to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes in accounting education. As the founder and CEO of Quitch, a gamified mobile learning platform, she has contributed to global educational institutions and corporates. Her research focuses on teaching methodologies, decision-making in local government, and digital transformation in accounting. She has secured over $2.04 million in research funding. Education: PhD in Accounting, Swinburne University of Technology Master of Business Administration, Swinburne University of Technology National Certificate in Applied Biology, Sligo Institute of Technology Research Interests: Gamification in education, digital technology competency in accounting, local government performance metrics, and student retention strategies. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the Education Technology Award (Australian Financial Review), Innovation in Accounting Education (American Accounting Association), and multiple iAwards for technological innovation. Dr. Oates has advised on doctoral research in financial reporting quality, airline inefficiency, and water disclosure policies.

• Microeconometrics
• Innovation
• Intellectual Property Rights
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Alfons Palangkaraya is an Associate Professor at the School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship , Swinburne University of Technology. His research focuses on microeconometrics analysis of innovation , intellectual property rights , firm performance , and international trade . Deputy Director, Centre for Transformative Innovation Program Leader, Economics and Innovation Analytics, Swinburne Data Science Research Institute Research Interests : Alfons specializes in econometric modeling of innovation systems, trademark analytics, and global value chains. His work bridges applied economics with machine learning for technology mapping, emphasizing policy evaluation for innovation and trade. Scientific Output Trends : Recent publications analyze machine translation quality in patents , patent pledge effects , and trademark database construction . These reflect his interdisciplinary approach combining language processing , global innovation , and economic policy evaluation . Grants & Consulting : He leads Australian Research Council projects on firm innovation-government roles and branding in global value chains . Additional funding includes collaborations with IP Australia , Austrade , and Food Standards Australia and New Zealand .

Dimitrios SalampasisView profile

Associate Professor

• FinTech
• Blockchain Technology
• Innovation Management
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Dr. Dimitrios Salampasis is an Associate Professor of Emerging Technologies and FinTech at Swinburne University of Technology, serving as the FinTech Capability Lead. He holds visiting professorships at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance, University of Québec at Rimouski, and the Singapore University of Social Sciences. His expertise spans FinTech, blockchain, geopolitical strategy, and sustainability, with a focus on innovation governance and ESG frameworks. Dr. Salampasis has been recognized with awards such as the 2022 Innovation Excellence Award and the 2021 Blockchain Educator of the Year Award. He holds advanced degrees in Industrial Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Public Administration, with certifications from Columbia and Harvard Universities. His research explores the intersection of technology, geopolitics, and regulatory challenges, addressing modern slavery reporting, quantum computing in finance, and open banking ethics. Dr. Salampasis advises global corporations and governments on leveraging emerging technologies for transformative strategies. Key grants include studies on blockchain in port supply chains and autonomous vehicle implications for insurance markets. He teaches FinTech courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, emphasizing practical applications of blockchain, quantum computing, and cybersecurity in finance. Dr. Salampasis is actively involved in policy advocacy, contributing to Australia’s FinTech innovation agenda and global regulatory dialogues. His advisory roles span the Global FinTech Institute, CPA Australia’s Digital Transformation Centre, and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

• Policing
• Police use of force
• Human source intelligence
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Dr. Nikki Rajakaruna serves as a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Edith Cowan University's School of Arts and Humanities, Joondalup campus. She specializes in preparing future criminal justice professionals through courses including The Criminal Justice Process, Critical Aspects of Policing, and Operational Policing, while actively supervising Honours and Higher Degree Research students. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical policing applications through extensive collaboration with the Western Australia Police Force. Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Arts from Edith Cowan University Master of Psychology (Professional) from Curtin University of Technology (2025) Doctor of Philosophy from Edith Cowan University (2019) Rajakaruna's research program centers on operational policing challenges, with particular expertise in police use of force, human source intelligence management, and integrity frameworks. She pioneered influential studies on police mental health co-response initiatives and body-worn camera implementation, consistently translating findings into actionable police practices. Her community safety research extends to municipal partnerships like the City of Cockburn and Bunbury safety strategies, demonstrating commitment to evidence-based crime prevention that addresses both institutional and neighborhood-level concerns. This applied approach ensures her scholarship directly impacts policing protocols and community outcomes. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on police organizational dynamics, with 70% directly commissioned by law enforcement agencies. Her work shows increasing emphasis on mental health intersections (2018-2023) and cross-cultural considerations in criminal justice (2021-2025), reflecting evolving policing challenges in diverse communities. Professional recognition includes: School of Arts and Humanities Teaching Award (2018) WA Police Mental Health Co-Response Certificate (2016-2018) Mental Health Commissioner's Award (2018) WA Police Body Armour Project Certificate (2019) As a research supervisor, she guides three PhD candidates examining stress reactions in investigations, whistleblowing dynamics, and cultural influences on juror decisions. Her $1.1M+ in secured grants includes the Bunbury Community Safety Plan ($19,612), Use of Force Training validity study ($22,000), and Cockburn Safety Strategy ($16,495), demonstrating sustained success in competitive funding. Current projects focus on police integrity mechanisms and multicultural jury dynamics, with industry partnerships ensuring real-world impact. Rajakaruna operates within multi-disciplinary research collectives including the ECU Police-Community Safety Hub, collaborating with psychologists, legal scholars, and police practitioners to address complex challenges like officer wellbeing and ethical intelligence gathering through integrated approaches.

• Wastewater treatment processes
• Air pollution modelling and control
• Ocean engineering

Rouzbeh Abbassi is a Senior Lecturer at the National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics , part of the Australian Maritime College under the University of Tasmania . Research Interests: Abbassi specializes in Wastewater treatment processes , Air pollution modelling and control , and Ocean engineering . His work integrates Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) Risk assessment and management Offshore renewable energy systems Microbial fuel cell technologies Structural integrity in maritime environments Publication Trends: Abbassi's recent articles focus on Hydrogen economy safety and sustainability Corrosion and structural degradation in offshore systems Game theory applications in maritime planning Hybrid wastewater treatment-energy generation systems Predictive maintenance for energy infrastructure Supervision & Teaching: He has supervised 15 graduate students in projects related to maritime safety, risk modeling, and wastewater treatment technologies between 2013-2025. Funded Projects: Abbassi has secured over $1.3 million in grants from institutions like Macquarie University Blue Economy CRC Defence Science and Technology Group Tasmanian Community Fund International Association of Maritime Universities Labs & Teams: He contributes to research at the National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics , collaborating with institutions including University of Western Australia Queensland University of Technology Det Norske Veritas Carnegie Clean Energy

• Cybersecurity
• Mechanism Design
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Mingyu Guo is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Adelaide, within the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on interdisciplinary areas including cybersecurity, mechanism design, artificial intelligence, network optimization, and game theory. He is actively involved in supervising students at the Masters and PhD levels, as indicated in his profile. Key research interests include: Cybersecurity defense mechanisms for Active Directory systems using reinforcement learning and graph neural networks Automated mechanism design frameworks with applications in auctions and public projects Optimization of energy systems, particularly battery storage and renewable energy integration Multi-document summarization techniques in natural language processing Evolutionary algorithms for diversity optimization and network analysis Recent publications emphasize innovative solutions for dynamic network security, VCG redistribution mechanisms, and interdisciplinary applications of AI. He maintains an academic homepage at https://mingyuguo.github.io/ .

• Mental Health and Illness
• Mental Health Treatment
• Health Care Program Evaluation
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Nicole K. Eberhart is a Senior Behavioral Scientist at the RAND Corporation and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA. Her work focuses on mental health and well-being, including evaluations of behavioral health programs, integration of primary and behavioral healthcare, military/veteran mental health, prevention/early intervention, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and trauma-informed care. Affiliations: RAND Corporation, RAND School of Public Policy Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles Her research emphasizes program evaluation, policy analysis, and addressing systemic gaps in mental health care. Key areas include: - Military/Veteran Mental Health: Examines service delivery models and policy impacts. - Prevention & Early Intervention: Focuses on reducing mental health stigma and improving access. - ACEs-Driven Care: Evaluates screening and intervention strategies in pediatric and community settings. Recent work highlights systemic challenges in California’s mental health infrastructure, including bed shortages and underfunded county systems. She has authored over 100 research publications, emphasizing policy-relevant insights for healthcare equity and crisis response systems like the 988 hotline.

• Environmental Law
• Policy Analysis
• Conservation Science
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Evan Hamman is a Researcher at the Faculty of Law , Queensland University of Technology . His work focuses on environmental law , policy instrument effectiveness , and conservation governance , particularly regarding the Great Barrier Reef , World Heritage Convention compliance , and agricultural regulation . His research explores Bayesian network modeling for policy analysis, non-state actor influence on environmental compliance, and legal frameworks for biodiversity protection . He has contributed to understanding interactions between eco-friendly farming practices and water quality preservation for reef ecosystems. Hamman has published extensively on environmental governance in federal systems like Australia, compared clinical legal education models between Australia and the US, and analyzed environmental law clinics in China. His work bridges policy evaluation , legal pedagogy , and cross-jurisdictional environmental regulation .

• Implementation science
• Health services and systems
• Rural and remote health services
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Associate Professor Kevin Mc Namara is Deputy Director (Research) at Deakin University's School of Medicine within the Faculty of Health. He is based at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus and holds an active research leadership role in rural and implementation health. He also maintains adjunct affiliations with Monash University (until 2024) and the University of Sharjah, alongside a former adjunct role at the Public Health Foundation of India. His research spans implementation science, person-centered healthcare, rural health services, multimorbidity, and medication management. He focuses on improving healthcare access, care coordination, and continuity, particularly in underserved and rural populations. His work often involves co-design with consumers and health professionals to develop scalable models of care. The recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong focus on medication adherence across diverse populations (Chinese, Vietnamese, Arab, Sub-Saharan African), telehealth implementation, rural health priorities, health geography, and de-implementation of low-value care. These works reflect interdisciplinary collaboration and a commitment to equity and system-level change. His scientific awards include: Endeavour Executive Fellowship (2017) Health Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2016–17) Heart Foundation Postdoctoral Award (2014–15) NHMRC NPS-QUM Fellowship (2008–10) Pharmacy Board of Australia accreditation (2003) Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland accreditation (1999) Kevin Mc Namara actively supervises doctoral and master’s students across medicine and nursing, with completed and ongoing projects in multimorbidity, diabetes, Aboriginal health, and health system interventions. He has secured substantial grant funding from NHMRC, MRFF, Department of Health, and various health services, supporting research in telehealth, rural health, farmer wellbeing, and health equity. He is involved in multiple collaborative research partnerships, including with Colac Area Health, Western Alliance, and Brophy Family & Youth Services, reflecting a strong commitment to community-engaged and applied health research. He contributes to editorial boards and national policy initiatives, including serving on the MRFF Grant Review Panel and the Australian Health Policy Collaboration. His work emphasizes embedded research models, systems thinking, and spatial analysis to address complex health challenges in regional and rural Australia.

• Driver Sleepiness
• Road Safety
• Driving Simulators
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Dr. Ashleigh Filtness is a Research Fellow at QUT's Faculty of Health, specializing in driver sleepiness, impaired driving, and road safety research. Her work integrates driving simulators to evaluate human factors in transportation safety. She holds a PhD from Loughborough University (2011) on obstructive sleep apnoea's impact on driving performance. Key roles include leading CARRS-Q's Driving Simulator Interest Group and contributing to industry-funded road safety projects. Her research spans sleep deprivation effects, alcohol impairment, and heavy vehicle driver management. Notable achievements include the 2009 British Sleep Society award for Young Sleep Researcher of the Year. Dr. Filtness collaborates on projects addressing driver education, level crossing safety, and autonomous vehicle risks. Education: PhD in Sleep Apnoea and Driving Performance (Loughborough University, 2011). Research Interests: Driver impairment mechanisms, simulator-based studies, fatigue management, and road safety policy. Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles focusing on sleep deprivation effects, impaired driving, and simulation methodologies. Recent work explores ChatGPT's safety advice risks and autonomous vehicle impacts on vulnerable road users. Awards: Recognized for pioneering research on sleep apnoea's driving risks. Her work bridges clinical sleep science with transportation safety outcomes. Labs/Teams: Active in QUT's Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety - Queensland (CARRS-Q) and the Tier 2 Research Centre for Health. Collaborates with industry and government on safety initiatives.

• Transportation Engineering
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Traffic Management
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Dr. Abdhul Khadhir Seyed Hydroos is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Queensland University of Technology, specializing in traffic and transportation engineering. His research focuses on traffic control systems, traffic flow theory, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and optimization of traffic signal designs. He holds a PhD in Transportation Engineering from Queensland University of Technology, along with additional degrees from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. His academic career emphasizes developing practical solutions for urban transportation challenges, particularly in heterogeneous traffic environments. He has contributed to advancements in traffic state estimation, signal control strategies, and theoretical delay modeling. His work bridges academic research with real-world applications, engaging stakeholders across public and private sectors. Key contributions include studies on midblock/intersection traffic prediction, bi-level origin-destination matrix adjustment, and utilization of WiFi data for signal state identification. He actively disseminates findings through peer-reviewed journals and collaborations with industry partners.

• Artificial Intelligence Regulation
• Technology Law
• Liability and Responsibility in AI
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Dr. Henry Fraser is a Lecturer in the School of Law at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), within the Faculty of Business & Law. He holds a PhD in Law from the University of Oxford. His research focuses on the regulation of artificial intelligence and new technologies, particularly the allocation of responsibility in complex digital systems. Fraser previously completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society. He has over a decade of legal practice experience, specializing in commercial law for tech businesses, intellectual property, and privacy. Fraser co-founded Treescribe, a contract automation startup, and maintains active engagement with legal technology communities. His work bridges scholarly research and practical legal challenges in AI governance, cybersecurity, and automated decision-making systems. **Education**: PhD (Law), University of Oxford. **Research Interests**: Regulation of AI, liability frameworks for AI harms, digital supply chain accountability, cybersecurity policy, and automated decision-making governance. His work emphasizes legal accountability, risk management, and ethical implications of emerging technologies. Fraser often collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and contributes to policy discussions at national and international levels. **Key Contributions**: Fraser’s publications address AI opacity in litigation, risk assessment in EU AI regulations, and Australia’s regulatory approaches to AI standards. He has submitted expert opinions to government consultations on cybersecurity, privacy laws, and electronic execution regulations. His research highlights the need for adaptive legal frameworks to address the complexities of AI systems. **Professional Links**: Active on LinkedIn, ORCID, and Google Scholar. Collaborates with the ARC Centre of Excellence and contributes to initiatives like the ADM+S Research Group.

Hiroaki SuenagaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Energy Economics
• Applied Econometrics
• Commodity Markets
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Hiroaki Suenaga is a Senior Lecturer at Curtin University, affiliated with the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance within the Faculty of Business and Law. He also serves in the Office of the Provost. His academic background includes a MSc (Agricultural Economics) and PhD (Agricultural and Resource Economics) from the University of California, Davis. Suenaga specializes in energy economics, applied econometrics, and commodity markets, with a focus on price dynamics, volatility analysis, and regulatory frameworks in network industries. His research explores topics such as broadband diffusion, spectrum auctions, and renewable energy valuation. He has published extensively in journals like Applied Economics , Energy Journal , and Quantitative Finance . His work bridges theoretical econometric modeling with practical applications in energy markets and policy analysis. Suenaga teaches econometrics at undergraduate and graduate levels and is a member of professional organizations including the International Association for Energy Economics and the Economic Society of Australia. His recent research highlights include studies on gender equality in economic development and the impact of health information-seeking behaviors on healthcare demand.