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Lingkang JinView profile

Research Fellow

• Energy Storage
• Hydrogen Production
• Li-ion Batteries
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Lingkang Jin is a postdoctoral researcher in the Electrical Engineering department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), specializing within the Electrical Energy Systems research group. His expertise centers on system-level integration of chemical (power-to-hydrogen) and electrochemical (Li-ion batteries) energy storage solutions for optimizing planning and scheduling in multi-energy carrier communities. Dr. Jin holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with thesis research on offshore wind farm development in the Mediterranean Sea, followed by a Ph.D. in Energy Systems from Università Politecnica delle Marche (UnivPM), Italy. His doctoral dissertation focused on Energy storage in multi-energy carrier communities: Li-ion batteries and hydrogen multi-physical details for integration into the planning stage . His research spans critical domains including green hydrogen production, hybrid energy storage systems, multi-energy hub optimization, and grid flexibility solutions. He develops advanced modeling frameworks for thermo-electrochemical systems, GIS-based residential energy planning, and dynamic control strategies for hydrogen storage. His work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable energy system design and renewable integration. Analysis of his 20 recent publications reveals a concentrated focus on hybrid storage solutions for residential applications, with significant contributions in alkaline electrolysis modeling, multi-energy hub design under high renewable penetration, and grid congestion management through heat pump flexibility. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between electrochemical engineering, energy system optimization, and practical implementation frameworks. Dr. Jin actively participates in two major research initiatives: DACS-HW (2023-2025) focused on digital aggregation of hybrid heat pumps for grid congestion management, and NO-GIZMOS (2022-2026) addressing large-scale renewable integration through storage and software solutions. He has supervised one research project and maintains active collaborations across European institutions. As a core member of TU/e's Electrical Energy Systems group, he contributes to cutting-edge research on sustainable energy conversion, storage technologies, and grid integration strategies essential for the carbon-neutral transition.

• Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Digital Innovation
• Complex Systems Modelling
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Professor Kieran Jude Fernandes serves as Executive Dean of Durham University Business School, a globally ranked institution renowned for research excellence and societal impact. He holds additional affiliations as Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, University College Durham, and the Wolfson Research Institute. His extensive advisory roles include Trustee of the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Vice-Chair of the UK National Commission for UNESCO, and Director of the Northern Powerhouse Innovation Observatory. His research expertise spans three interconnected domains: Operations and Supply Chain Management focusing on optimization, digitization, sustainability, and risk mitigation Innovation and Technology Management examining digital business models and technology adoption Complex Systems Modelling analyzing innovation diffusion in social and economic networks His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical application across pharmaceutical, construction, and digital sectors. Professor Fernandes' publication portfolio reveals consistent leadership in supply chain digitalization, with recent emphasis on blockchain implementation, sustainability-performance linkages, and network effects in innovation systems. His 2023-2025 articles demonstrate growing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional operations frameworks. His distinguished recognition includes: NASA Space Shuttle Main Engine Continuous Improvement Award Rutherford Excellence in Engineering Award Financial Times Professor of the Week designation University of York Vice-Chancellor's Gold Medal As an academic leader, he supervises doctoral candidates including Jafni Bin Johari Jiken and Kieran Purvis while directing significant research initiatives. His grant portfolio features funding from ESRC, EPSRC, NASA, Royal Academy of Engineering, and Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, supporting projects that translate complex systems modeling into sector-specific innovations. His UNESCO advisory work extends this impact to global sustainable development frameworks.

John F. Dannenhoffer IIIView profile

Associate Professor

• Multi-disciplinary Analysis and Optimization (MDAO)
• Computational Geometry (CG)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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Dr. John F. Dannenhoffer III is an Associate Professor at Syracuse University's Department of Aerospace Engineering, affiliated with the Aerospace Computational Methods Lab (ACML). He specializes in multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO), computational geometry, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), with a focus on aerospace vehicle design. His work centers around the Engineering Sketch Pad (ESP), an open-source system enabling optimal design through feature-based solid modeling and sensitivity-driven optimization. Education: Sc.D., Computational Fluid Dynamics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1987) M.E., Aerospace Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1978) B.S., Aerospace Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1976) Research Contributions: ESP's unique feature of providing design sensitivities directly from CAD geometry has revolutionized gradient-based optimization. It is used by over 1,000 users across dozens of organizations. Dannenhoffer's publications span parallelization strategies for CFD-based optimization, real-time collaborative design environments, and educational tools integrating programming in mechanical design courses. Awards: 2016 Syracuse University ECS Dean’s Award for Excellence in Engineering Education 2015 and 2014 AIAA Shahyar Pirzadeh Memorial Awards for papers on design sensitivity calculations and conservative fitting in multi-disciplinary analysis Advising & Labs: Leads the ACML lab, focusing on CAD-centric design systems and multidisciplinary analysis. ESP's development highlights his commitment to open-source tools and practical engineering education.

• Software Engineering
• Research Software Development
• Open Source Software
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Robert Haines is the Director of Research IT at The University of Manchester and an Honorary Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science. His work focuses on enabling researchers through software systems development, including designing maintainable, usable, and well-tested solutions. He collaborates with academics and external organizations like the Software Sustainability Institute, where he holds a Fellowship. Expertise areas include research software engineering, open-source software, reproducibility practices, and sustainable computing. Key contributions include frameworks for software citation, educational tools for version control (GitLab metrics integration), and sustainability strategies for research software. Notable research trends span software development best practices, interdisciplinary collaboration challenges, and environmental sustainability in AI/DS methods. Awards include his Fellowship at the Software Sustainability Institute. His work bridges academic research and technical implementation, emphasizing software as a critical scholarly output. Projects include BioVeL (biodiversity virtual lab) and the Citation File Format initiative.

Omer AzizView profile

Professor

• Surgical Oncology
• Peritoneal Malignancies
• Cytoreductive Surgery
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Professor Omer Aziz holds a Manchester Academic Health Science Centre Honorary Clinical Chair at the University of Manchester and serves as Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. He specializes in cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC) for peritoneal malignancies, performing approximately 200 procedures annually. His research focuses on surgical oncology, biomarker development, and medical technology innovation. Education: Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons PhD, Imperial College London MBBS, Imperial College London BSc, Imperial College London Research Focus: Professor Aziz leads translational research on peritoneal tumors at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre, with particular expertise in pseudomyxoma peritonei treatment and surgical innovation. His work integrates evidence synthesis techniques to guide healthcare policy and develops novel surgical technologies. Awards & Grants: CRUK Accelerator Award for pseudomyxoma peritonei biomarkers NIHR HTA grant for CRS/HIPEC cost-effectiveness Innovate UK funding for surgical device development Medical Research Council support for colorectal cancer research Innovation: Co-founder of Smart Surgical Appliances Ltd developing sensor-enabled technologies to advance minimally invasive surgery techniques.

Kadi BlissView profile

Professor

• Healthcare Advocacy
• Youth and Adolescent Health
• Skills-Based Health Education
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Kadi Bliss is a Professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Austin Peay State University, serving as Program Director for the Master of Public Health (MPH) program. She holds MCHES® certification and focuses on healthcare advocacy, youth health education, and health profession preparation. Education includes a Ph.D. in Health Education from Southern Illinois University, an M.S. in Community Health Education from Western Illinois University, and a B.S. in Dietetics from the same institution. Research interests emphasize K-12 health education, health disparities reduction, and innovative teaching strategies. Her publications (2010–2022) explore topics like college health curricula, social media in education, and advocacy training. Recent work addresses pandemic communication and student-centered course design. Publications demonstrate consistent engagement with health education pedagogy, technology integration, and public health policy. No formal awards are listed, though her leadership in MPH program development highlights professional impact. Advising and grant details are not detailed in provided materials. Active in curriculum design and digital health communication initiatives.

• Software Engineering
• Industrial IoT (IIoT)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Michael Ganske is a Researcher at the Department of Software Systems Engineering (SSE) at the University of Hildesheim, affiliated with Faculty 4 - Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economics and Computer Science. He holds an M.Sc. and contributes to academic and project staff roles, including involvement in the Digital C@MPUS-le@rning project and as a Fachstudienberater for Applied Informatics programs. His work focuses on Industrial IoT (IIoT), AI integration, MLOps, and software engineering methodologies. Research Interests: Mr. Ganske's research revolves around IIoT platforms (e.g., IIP-Ecosphere), MLOps challenges in industrial settings, and the development of software systems for cyber-physical production systems. He collaborates on projects like DevOpt (controlled emergent systems) and HAISEM-Lab (AI-optimized hardware integration). His work emphasizes practical applications in smart energy grids, autonomous systems, and edge computing environments. Key Contributions: His team’s work includes the IIP-Ecosphere platform enabling AI-driven industrial automation, participation in ETFA 2024 with three conference contributions, and the successful completion of the DevOpt project involving smart grid optimization. He also contributes to educational initiatives, such as workshops for high school students and MINT career events. Future Directions: Current efforts include advancing MLOps frameworks for Industry 4.0, optimizing IIoT platform scalability, and exploring AI-driven solutions for manufacturing resilience through projects like HAISEM-Lab.

Alexander CarôtView profile

Professor

• Networked Music Performance
• Real-Time Audio Streaming
• Telecommunication Systems
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Prof. Dr. Alexander Carôt is a Professor of Media Informatics at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, leading the Faculty of Computer Science and Languages as its Dean. His work bridges physics, computer science, and music, with a focus on networked music performance and low-latency audio systems. He developed the SoundJack software, enabling remote collaborative music-making, and contributed to projects like FAST-MUSIC and 5GUK trials for distributed music sessions. His research spans telemedicine applications, real-time streaming optimization, and quantum effects in telecommunications. Education: Ingenieursdiplom (2004) Doctorate in Engineering (2009) Research Interests: Prof. Carôt explores interdisciplinary fields combining technology and music. Key areas include: Real-time audio networking for live performances 5G-enabled tele-music systems Medical tele-rehabilitation using music feedback Low-latency multimedia streaming protocols Grants & Projects: Led initiatives like the FAST-MUSIC project and 5G trials, focusing on distributed music collaboration. Active in EU-funded research on telematic systems and networked audio. Labs/Teams: Directs the SoundJack development team and collaborates with industry partners on 5G infrastructure for arts and healthcare.

Delphine MinchellaView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Theory
• Organizational Space
• Workplace Design
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Delphine Minchella is an Associate Professor in Organizational Theory, Management, and Negotiation at EM Normandie Business School since 2014, where she also serves as Director of the EMN BS/CCMP Case Study Collection and previously managed an international Master 2/MSc Program for a decade. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Management Sciences, University Paris-Dauphine-PSL (2015) PhD in British Civilization, Sorbonne University (2007) Professor Minchella's research centers on organizational space dynamics, investigating how physical environments shape management practices, employee behavior, and organizational culture. She examines historical evolution of workplace design alongside contemporary challenges like flex-office implementation, telework integration, and facility management. Her work reveals how spatial arrangements influence power structures, informal interactions, and resistance behaviors within organizations, particularly during transitions like post-pandemic workplace reconfigurations. Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications shows intensifying focus on pandemic-driven workplace transformations, with recurring themes including spatial psychology in office design, employer branding through workspace aesthetics, and digital tools enabling flexible work arrangements. Her research methodology heavily utilizes corporate case studies (notably Société Générale) and healthcare settings, producing actionable insights for facility managers and organizational leaders navigating hybrid work models. Through her leadership of the EMN BS/CCMP Case Study Collection, she actively curates sustainability-focused educational materials while maintaining robust industry engagement via Harvard Business Review columns, Facilities magazine contributions, and professional workshops with organizations like La Poste Groupe. Her pre-academic experience in Facility Management (LMCB, Paris) and translation teaching at University of Glasgow informs her practitioner-oriented research approach.

Mustafeed ZAMANView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Transformation
• Marketing Strategy
• Digital Marketing
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Mustafeed ZAMAN is an Associate Professor in Digital Marketing at EM Normandie Business School, joining in 2019. He holds a PhD in Management Sciences from Université de Perpignan Via Domitia (2018), focusing on digital innovation adoption in tourism SMEs. His research expertise spans digital transformation, ICT adoption, AI, Big Data, and hospitality management. Education: PhD in Management Sciences, Université de Perpignan Via Domitia, 2018 MSc and BSc in relevant fields (not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Dr. Zaman's work addresses innovativeness in digital services, AI-driven marketing strategies, cost-benefit analyses of emerging technologies (e.g., Metaverse), and sustainable tourism practices. His studies often blend quantitative and qualitative methods to explore technology adoption barriers and opportunities in hospitality and tourism sectors. Key Contributions: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Travel Research , International Journal of Hospitality Management , and Journal of Sustainable Tourism . Notable work includes analyzing Gen Z consumer behavior, ethical tourism, and crisis management in hospitality during the pandemic. His 2025 studies on AI-enabled services and Metaverse adoption in luxury hotels highlight contemporary industry challenges. Awards: Academic Excellence Award (2021), Fondation EM Normandie Best PhD Thesis (2019), AFMAT Best Paper Award (2015), International Conference on Service Management Professional Experience: Associate Professor, EM Normandie (2019–present) Part-Time Lecturer, Excelia Tourism & Hospitality School (2015–2019) Researcher at Université de Perpignan (2016–2018) Engagement: Active in industry partnerships, contributing to policy discussions on overtourism and digital tools for sustainable destinations. Editorials in The Conversation and EM Normandie Blog amplify his research impact.

Jorge Gallego MadridView profile

Research Fellow

• 5G networks
• Artificial intelligence
• Network programmability
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Jorge Gallego Madrid is a Research Fellow at Universidad de Murcia's Faculty of Informatics in the Department of Information and Communication Engineering, affiliated with the Intelligent Systems and Telematics group. His research focuses on AI-driven network programmability for 5G/B5G infrastructures, IoT systems, and zero-touch management. Recent publications explore eBPF/XDP technologies, ML-powered traffic processing, and vehicular network architectures. He earned his PhD in 2024 with the dissertation 'Towards AI-based Network Programmability as an enabler for Zero-touch management and orchestration in B5G infrastructures'.

Mubarak A MujawarView profile

Research Professor

• IoT
• Wearable Sensors
• Biosensors
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Dr. Mubarak A Mujawar is a Research Professor at Florida International University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, focusing on low-temperature plasma applications in nanofabrication, biotechnology, and biosensor development. His research spans IoT-enabled wearable sensors, electrochemical biosensing systems, and physics/engineering education innovations for large-scale course environments. Education: Ph.D. Plasma Science & Technology, Dublin City University, Ireland M.Sc. Physics with Materials Science, University of Pune, India B.Sc. Physics with Electronics, Willingdon College, India Research Interests: Combines plasma engineering with biomedical applications, developing smart biosensors for healthcare (e.g., cortisol monitoring, SARS-CoV-2 detection). Active in IoT/wearable sensor systems and collaborative engineering education methodologies. Recent work includes plasma-modified nanomaterials for enhanced electrochemical sensing and automated high-throughput biomedical devices. Teaching Focus: Leads courses in circuits analysis, IoT systems, senior design projects, and engineering fundamentals. Integrates hands-on learning strategies for large enrollment classes. Labs & Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary projects at FIU's ECE department, collaborating on plasma-assisted nanofabrication and biomedical sensor development initiatives.

• Mental Health Occupational Therapy
• Early Intervention
• Borderline Personality Disorder
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Maree Mestichelli serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Occupational Therapy within Edith Cowan University's School of Medical and Health Sciences at the Joondalup campus. She teaches core units including OCT2104 Mental Health Conditions and Occupational Performance and OCT3104 Enabling Occupation: Mental Health in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy program. Her educational background comprises a Master of Counselling (2003) and Bachelor of Applied Science (1988), both from Curtin University of Technology. Clinical practice occurs through Medicare Better Access Scheme and NDIS programs treating mental health conditions. Research centers on early intervention for youth with emerging borderline personality disorder, leveraging schema therapy frameworks. Professional memberships include Occupational Therapy Australia and International Society of Schema Therapy, reflecting clinical specialization in mental health rehabilitation approaches.

Dimitris PapanikolaouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ubiquitous Computing
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work
• Complex Systems Modeling and Simulation
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Dimitris Papanikolaou is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, jointly appointed between the School of Architecture and the Department of Software and Information Systems . He founded and directs the Urban Synergetics Lab , focusing on enabling technologies for cooperative systems in urban environments. His research integrates ubiquitous computing, complex systems modeling, and human-computer interaction to address urban mobility challenges. Education includes a Doctor of Design (DDes) from Harvard University, an MSc in Media Arts and Sciences from MIT Media Lab, a SMArchS in Design Computation from MIT, and a Diploma in Architectural Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens. His work explores the intersection of urban design and systems engineering, with a focus on shared mobility systems. Recent lectures, such as the 2021 CASE Lecture on "Enabling Collective Mobilities," highlight his contributions to sustainable urban planning through data-driven modeling and simulation. Research emphasizes analyzing emerging behaviors of shared systems via complex systems theory, aiming to bridge urban form, land use, and travel behavior with MoD system performance.

Suzana Petrović SavićView profile

Associate Professor

• Production Engineering
• Manufacturing Processes
• Tribology
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Suzana Petrović Savić is an Associate Professor at the Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac, Serbia. Her work integrates advanced manufacturing processes, materials science, and biomedical engineering with computational techniques like neural networks and machine learning. Her research focuses on optimizing machining processes, tribological behavior analysis, and biomechanical applications such as gait analysis and prosthetic design. Notable areas include abrasive waterjet machining, temperature prediction in milling, and AI-driven diagnostics for respiratory and musculoskeletal disorders. She also contributes to the development of smart healthcare technologies and IoT-enabled quality management systems. Recent studies emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining experimental mechanics with data-driven modeling. Her work spans from material characterization (e.g., dental ceramics, polymers) to clinical applications in orthopedics and neonatal care. Despite no awards listed, her publications reflect sustained contributions to production engineering and biomedical innovation. No formal advisee list or grant details are provided, but her involvement in laboratory activities related to the Faculty’s research centers is implied through her departmental affiliation.