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Omar AlhawariView profile

Academic

• Mathematical Optimization
• Supply Chain Management
• Cellular Manufacturing Systems
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Omar Alhawari is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering and Technology. He previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Operations Management at the College of Business (2019–2022). Prior to academia, he spent 19 years in the Jordanian military, holding roles such as Officer Engineer, Technical Detachment Commander, and Vehicle Chief of Branch, focusing on logistical, operational, and technical support in maintenance, supply chain management, and transport operations. Alhawari holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and MBA from Mutah University (Jordan), and an MS and PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Ohio University. His research emphasizes mathematical optimization techniques for improving decision-making in manufacturing systems, supply chain management, and circular economy frameworks. Key areas include scheduling optimization, production-distribution planning under stochastic environments, and resilience in manufacturing-supply chain systems. Education: PhD in Mechanical and Systems Engineering (Specialty: Industrial and Systems Engineering), Ohio University, USA MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Ohio University, USA MBA, Mutah University, Jordan BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mutah University, Jordan His research output includes over 15 peer-reviewed papers and conference presentations, with recent publications focusing on Industry 5.0, supply chain resilience, IoT applications in crisis management, and circular economy strategies. He received the Best-Emerging Researcher Award (2020–2021) from Ohio University's Department of Management. Alhawari’s work integrates advanced optimization models (e.g., simulated annealing, genetic algorithms) to address complex issues in manufacturing systems and global supply chains, particularly under uncertain demand scenarios. His contributions span both theoretical advancements and practical applications in logistics, cellular manufacturing, and sustainable production practices.

Subas DhakalView profile

Associate Professor

• Strategy and Management
• Organisational Behaviour
• Policy Administration
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Dr. Subas Dhakal is an Associate Professor at the University of New England (UNE) Business School, specializing in Strategy and Sustainability. With a PhD from Murdoch University, his research focuses on applying sustainability policies to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. His primary research areas include Strategy, Management, Organisational Behaviour (FoR 3507) and Policy Administration (FoR 4407). Research interests span ageing populations, future of education/employment, and socio-economic resilience in sustainable development. He has secured grants worth ~AU$450,000 and serves as Regional Representative for ANZAM and Editorial Board Member for FIIB Business Review. His publications analyze trends in education technology, workforce dynamics, and sustainable development. Key projects include UNE’s Distributed Teaching Model (2023) and DFAT-funded Capacity Building for Women Entrepreneurs in Indonesia (2020). PhD Supervision: Corporate Social Responsibility in Saudi Arabia, Innovative Enterprises, and Diversity Equality/Inclusion. Awards: Postdoctoral Fellowship (CRN Programme), Best Paper Award at ANZAM 2018. He leads interdisciplinary initiatives linking academia with community organizations like Friends of Brixton Street Wetlands and contributes to global policy discussions on work-readiness and employability.

Matthew AllenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Historical Criminology
• Alcohol History
• Colonial New South Wales
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Matthew Allen is Senior Lecturer in Historical Criminology at UNE’s School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, holding a BA (Hons) and PhD from the University of Sydney. His research examines alcohol regulation, summary justice, and secularization in colonial New South Wales (1788-1856). Current projects include a history of alcohol in colonial society and quantitative analysis of magistrates' roles in justice administration. Publications explore temperance politics, convict policing, and Samuel Marsden's controversial legacy. Teaching includes HIST310 (Being Bad) and CRIM104 (Deviance). Service roles include History Council of NSW representation and editorship for the Journal of Australian Colonial History. Supervises postgraduate research on crime history in the British world.

Rory MulcahyView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer Vulnerability
• Digital Marketing
• Services Marketing
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Associate Professor Rory Mulcahy is a faculty member at the University of the Sunshine Coast's School of Business and Creative Industries. Holding qualifications including a PhD and BBus (Hons) from Queensland University of Technology, his research focuses on consumer vulnerability, technology-driven behavior change, and sustainability through social/digital marketing frameworks. He collaborates extensively with government agencies, NGOs, and startups to translate research into practice. Mulcahy's research investigates digital tools (serious games, social media), emotion-driven consumer behavior, and service innovation. His work in sustainability examines barriers to technology adoption (e.g., electric vehicles) while developing interventions for health/social outcomes. Recent publications explore AI-mediated service recovery, B2B relationship dynamics, and inclusive sport marketing. Notably, Mulcahy received the 2015 Vice Chancellor Performance Award and World Social Marketing Conference Best Student Paper Award for contributions to behavioral research. His 15 most recent articles demonstrate consistent focus on consumer psychology, digital transformation, and service design across sectors including health, sports, and sustainable technology.

• Logistics Network Design
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Healthcare Logistics
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Roberto Pinto is Full Professor in the Department of Management, Information and Production Engineering at the University of Bergamo, where he teaches Industrial Plants, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. His research addresses logistics optimization, healthcare supply chains, and human factors in Industry 4.0 implementations. Research focuses on: Agent-based simulation for healthcare resource networks Human factors in technology adoption for logistics Supply chain resilience measurement frameworks Vaccine distribution optimization in rural areas AI readiness assessment models for SMEs His publications (2024-2025) primarily examine information visibility in healthcare networks, digital capability development for Suppliers 4.0, and resilience challenges in medical supply chains. Methodologies include Delphi studies, agent-based modeling, and conceptual framework development applied to sectors ranging from furniture manufacturing to emergency medicine.

Matthew B. RossView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Economics
• Public Policy
• Labor Economics
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Matthew B. Ross is an Associate Professor at Northeastern University , with joint appointments in the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs and the Department of Economics . His work bridges urban, public, and labor economics through empirical analysis of policy-relevant issues. Research Focus: Disparities in treatment, workforce development, and policing/criminal justice systems. Collaborations: Partnerships with U.S. Department of Justice, National Science Foundation, and state/local agencies. Funding & Awards: Fellowship w/ Cuebiq (Spectus, Data for Good Initiative), 2022-24 Grants from National Science Foundation, Russell Sage Foundation, and U.S. Department of Transportation Publications: Appeared in Nature , Journal of Human Resources , and Industrial and Labor Relations Review , addressing topics like gender disparities in academia, police use-of-force training efficacy, and innovation lifecycle patterns.

• Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Parkinson's Disease
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Gabrielle Todd is Associate Professor of Neuroscience at UniSA Clinical & Health Sciences, University of South Australia. She leads the Neurophysiology of Human Movement Group and directs research on Parkinson's disease diagnosis and long-term effects of methamphetamine on movement. Her research investigates neural control of movement with focus areas: Parkinson's disease early diagnosis using neuroimaging biomarkers (nigrosome-1, substantia nigra echogenicity) Long-term movement impairments from methamphetamine use Neurophysiological effects of substance abuse Physiology education core concept development Awards and recognition include: NHMRC Fellowship Three prizes for research excellence Editorial Board Membership, Journal of Applied Physiology She has secured funding for large multidisciplinary projects and regularly contributes to science communication through media engagement and community outreach.

Ilona KretzschmarView profile

Professor

• Colloidal Assembly
• Nanotechnology
• Self-Assembly
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Ilona Kretzschmar is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at The City College of New York (CCNY), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Her research focuses on colloidal assembly, self-organization of active particles, and nanotechnology applications for light harvesting and biomedical systems. Key methodologies include computational modeling and experimental studies on Janus/patchy particles Investigates interfacial dynamics at liquid-liquid and solid-liquid boundaries Develops metamaterials for cancer detection and photonic applications Her work combines materials science, fluid dynamics, and quantum phenomena to engineer novel colloidal systems. Scientific awards and student advising details were not found in the provided texts.

Sanjay L. AhireView profile

Professor

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Lean Six Sigma
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Sanjay L. Ahire serves as Michael J. Mungo Distinguished Professor and Co-Director of the Operations and Supply Chain Center at the University of South Carolina's Darla Moore School of Business. With a Ph.D. in management science from the University of Alabama (1992) and engineering/management degrees from the University of Bombay, he founded USC's top-ranked undergraduate supply chain program (ranked #3 in North America) and the Sonoco-USC Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification initiative, graduating over 1,600 students. His educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Management Science, University of Alabama, 1992 M.M.B., University of Bombay, India, 1985 B. Chem., University of Bombay, India, 1982 Dr. Ahire's research centers on empirical operations improvement strategies, with dual expertise in corporate supply chains and humanitarian logistics. His work bridges Lean Six Sigma methodologies with real-world applications in manufacturing, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors, emphasizing workforce effectiveness and distribution optimization. With over 8,150 Google Scholar citations, his research demonstrates exceptional practical impact. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strategic shift toward humanitarian operations, with 40% of 2023-2025 articles addressing food bank logistics, healthcare staffing, and nonprofit resource allocation. His work consistently applies operations research techniques (TOC, LP, integer programming) to social impact challenges while maintaining strong corporate applications in supply chain optimization. Prestigious recognitions include: 2024 Carolina Trustees Professorship (USC's highest academic honor) 2024 INFORMS UPS George Smith Prize Winner 2023 Excellence in Industry Engagement Award (POMS) 2021 Michael J. Mungo Distinguished Professor Award 2018 INFORMS Award for Teaching of OR/MS Practice Dr. Ahire has mentored 1,600+ students through Lean Six Sigma certification and led 125+ consulting projects across corporate (General Motors, Walmart, Michelin) and humanitarian sectors (Harvest Hope Food Bank, Hollings Cancer Center). His guidance produced 5 R. Gene Richter Scholarship winners—the nation's top undergraduate supply chain students. He co-directs the USC Operations and Supply Chain Center and spearheads the Operations and Supply Chain Humanitarian Initiative, partnering with 20+ nonprofit organizations to optimize food distribution, healthcare operations, and disaster response supply chains through student-led consulting projects.

Jorge RuedaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Construction Workforce Development
• Risk Management
• Alternative Contracting Methods
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Jorge Rueda serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University, contributing to construction engineering education and research. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University M.S. in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University B.S. in Civil Engineering from Universidad Industrial de Santander Research focuses on critical infrastructure domains including Construction Workforce Development addressing labor shortages, Risk Management frameworks for construction projects, Alternative Contracting Methods like design-build, Cost Engineering precision techniques, and Transportation Asset Management for aging infrastructure systems. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical industry applications in civil engineering. Dr. Rueda received the prestigious Fred Burggraf Award from the Transportation Research Board (TRB), collaborating with master's students Keren Xu and Karthik Pakalapati on this recognized research. He actively mentors graduate students and leads significant industry partnerships, recently selected for the National Cooperative Highway Research Program project through the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine’s Transportation Research Board to develop guidelines for state Departments of Transportation.

Dipti P. SubramaniamView profile

Associate Professor

• Patient-Centered Health Outcomes
• Health Services Research
• Health Disparities
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Dipti P. Subramaniam is an Associate Professor and Director of Curriculum Development and Strategic Outreach in the Department of Health and Clinical Outcomes Research at Saint Louis University's School of Medicine. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Health Studies and an M.P.H. in Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness from Saint Louis University, alongside a B.S. in Biological Sciences from the University of Tulsa. Her research focuses on patient-centered health outcomes, health services optimization, reducing disparities, and evidence-based intervention development. Key areas include vaccination hesitancy, chronic disease management, and healthcare access equity. She teaches courses like ORES 5300 and HDS 5130, emphasizing outcomes research and healthcare policy. Notable publications address pancreatic disease outcomes, faith-based substance use interventions, and telehealth training innovations. Her work highlights trends in geographical health disparities and pandemic-era medical education. She received the University of Missouri Faculty Scholar award (2019–2020) and has held multiple research assistantships. Dr. Subramaniam leads curriculum development initiatives and strategic outreach, bridging academic research with community health needs. She collaborates with the Reinert Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning, emphasizing pedagogical excellence. Her professional memberships include the American Public Health Association and honor societies Alpha Epsilon Lambda and Alpha Phi Omega.

James G. CartonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hydrogen Technology
• Fuel Cells
• Renewable Energy
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James G. Carton is an Assistant Professor in Sustainable Energy at Dublin City University's School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering. His research focuses on hydrogen and fuel cell technology development, renewable energy systems, and energy policy. Carton leads large-scale projects including HyLight (investigating hydrogen's role in decarbonization) and HySkills (EU-funded workforce training in hydrogen technology). His technical expertise spans electrolysis, regenerative fuel cells, power-to-gas conversion, and renewable transport systems. Policy interests include climate change mitigation and sustainability modeling. He founded Hydrogen Ireland Association and advises Hydrogen Mobility Ireland while serving as a UN-ECE hydrogen expert.

Lincoln D. CarrView profile

Professor

• Quantum Information Science
• Complexity Sciences
• Condensed Matter Physics
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Lincoln D. Carr is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the Colorado School of Mines, where he investigates fundamental questions at the quantum-classical boundary, novel quantum computing paradigms beyond standard models, and interdisciplinary STEM education approaches. His work bridges theoretical physics with real-world problem-solving for global challenges like energy systems and political stability. His research spans critical domains: Quantum Information Science and Engineering Complexity Sciences and Emergent Phenomena Condensed Matter and Atomic Molecular Optical Physics Applied Mathematics and Computational Science Science Policy and Diplomacy Initiatives Humanities-STEM Integration Frameworks Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in fractional quantum mechanics (Schrödinger/Ising models), Goldilocks quantum cellular automata, multiscale quantum media, and quantum optimization via oscillating fields. His numerical work achieves unprecedented precision in modeling anomalous transport, while his quantum education leadership drives national workforce development strategies. No specific scientific awards are documented in the source material. As a core faculty member, Carr mentors graduate students in quantum information and complexity science, though individual advisees aren't listed. His national workshop leadership indicates active grant involvement in quantum education infrastructure. He spearheads national quantum education policy through workshops establishing centers for quantum workforce development, demonstrating commitment to science diplomacy and interdisciplinary training frameworks that connect quantum physics with societal challenges.

Claudio ContardoView profile

Associate Professor

• Operations Research
• Logistics Management
• Vehicle Routing
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Claudio Contardo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University. His research focuses on Operations Research, Logistics Management, Vehicle Routing, Location Analysis, Integer and Combinatorial Optimization, and Artificial Intelligence. He holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0001-7595-3904) and maintains an active academic presence through publications and collaborations. His work emphasizes optimization algorithms for complex systems, including transportation networks, biomedical logistics, and automated systems. Recent contributions include iterative exact algorithms for biomedical sample transportation and counterfactual explanations for k-Nearest Neighbors models. His research bridges theoretical optimization with practical applications in urban mobility, healthcare logistics, and AI explainability. Contardo’s methodologies often involve decomposition techniques (e.g., Dantzig-Wolfe, column generation) and integration of mathematical programming with data-driven approaches. Despite prolific output, no explicit awards or grants are listed in the provided materials. His CV and full publication list are accessible via the provided link.

Leonel LagosView profile

Associate Professor

• Nuclear Decommissioning
• Environmental Remediation
• Robotics
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Dr. Leonel Lagos is an Associate Professor and Director of Research at Florida International University's Applied Research Center. He leads a $24M Department of Energy cooperative agreement and directs workforce development programs in nuclear decommissioning and environmental remediation. Research Focus: Develops robotics for nuclear inspection, groundwater contaminant modeling, and advanced materials for radioactive waste management. Current projects include wall-climbing robots for infrastructure repair and machine learning models for environmental monitoring. Innovations: Patented Mobile Integrated Piping Decontamination System; Developed Knowledge Management Information Tool (KM-IT) for nuclear decommissioning knowledge preservation; Pioneered sensor networks for Waste Isolation Pilot Plant. Leadership: Principal Investigator for DOE-FIU Cooperative Agreement; Founder of DOE-FIU Science and Technology Workforce Development Program; Active member of Energy Facilities Contractors Group D&D Working Group; Executive Committee member of ANS Robotics and Remote Systems Division. Article Trends: Recent publications demonstrate growing focus on AI-driven environmental monitoring, robotic platforms for hazardous environments, and predictive modeling of contaminant transport. Work emphasizes practical field applications for nuclear waste management.