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Petteri Nurmi is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science and the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS). His research focuses on IoT systems, environmental monitoring, AI-driven solutions, and sustainable computing. He leads projects such as the NordForsk-funded initiative (2024-2028) and the Team Finland Knowledge programme (2024-2026), emphasizing large-scale IoT deployments and quantum computing integration. Key research interests include drone-based air quality monitoring, low-cost sensor networks, and AI applications in environmental science. Nurmi has published extensively in top venues like IEEE IoT Journal and ACM workshops. His work bridges technical innovation with societal challenges, such as urban pollution reduction and sustainable resource management. He supervises doctoral students in the Computer Science program and collaborates internationally on projects like underwater plastic detection (SEAGULL) and smart city infrastructure. Nurmi’s contributions to edge computing and pervasive sensing have been recognized through grants totaling over €2M. His lab develops tools for data-intensive systems, including thermal imaging for energy efficiency analysis and AI-driven sensor fusion frameworks.

• Environmental Monitoring
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Geoffrey Tranmer is a Tenured Associate Professor in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Manitoba. His research integrates medicinal chemistry, drug discovery, and synthetic organic methodologies, with a focus on flow chemistry and targeted cancer therapies. NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Cambridge Post-Doctoral Fellow, Princeton University PhD in Organic Chemistry, University of Guelph BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, Brock University His research explores: Development of flow chemistry techniques to enhance synthetic organic methods Lead generation and optimization in drug discovery Bioconjugation strategies for chemical biology applications Targeted cancer therapies leveraging hypoxia-activated prodrugs Recent publications highlight his work in neurodegenerative disease drug design, biomarker discovery, and sustainable synthesis technologies. Scientific Awards CIHR Project Grant (2024-2029) NSERC Discovery Grant (2023-2028) CIHR Bridge Grant (2022) NSERC Alliance Grant (2020) NSERC Engage Grant (2017) Research Manitoba New Investigator Operating Grant (2017) Dr. Tranmer's industrial experience at Merck Frosst and academic leadership at Manitoba position him uniquely to bridge chemistry-biology-industry collaborations. His lab actively trains graduate students in cutting-edge synthesis platforms.

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Drug Discovery
• Organic Synthesis
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Rui Shi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on sustainability engineering at the intersection of natural and engineered systems, prioritizing sustainable pathways for transportation fuels, bioproducts, agricultural systems, and food-energy-water systems through integrated sustainability analyses. She develops frameworks for quantitative sustainable design (QSD) and system-level environmental impact assessments to navigate technical, economic, and environmental trade-offs. Her work has led to advancements in plastic recycling via cold sintering technology, biofuel lifecycle assessments, and frameworks for sustainable aviation fuels. Notable projects include assessments of renewable jet fuels in the U.S. Northern Great Plains, cold sintering of LLZO-based composites, and quantifying uncertainties in greenhouse gas abatement costs. Shi has secured grants such as the $3.4M contract for plastic waste solutions and IEE seed grants for interdisciplinary sustainability research. Shi collaborates on global low-carbon transition initiatives and integrates computational tools like BioSTEAM-LCA for agile biorefinery modeling. Her research spans from fundamental material science (e.g., repurposing polyolefin waste) to policy-relevant analyses of land use change and bioenergy systems. She contributes to the Integrated Energy Systems and Water Sustainability research themes at Penn State's Institutes of Energy and the Environment.

• Sustainability Engineering
• Biofuel Development
• Life Cycle Assessment
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Langdon J. Martin is a Professor of Chemistry at Warren Wilson College since 2012, dedicated to undergraduate education and sustainability-focused research. He teaches courses in Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, and Instrumental Methods. His research emphasizes repurposing waste materials for environmental benefits, including methane reduction in livestock and analysis of natural products. Martin holds a B.A. from Kalamazoo College, a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from MIT, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Education: B.A. in Chemistry, Kalamazoo College Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Wisconsin–Madison Research Interests: Combines organic and biological chemistry with environmental applications. Current focuses include: Reduction of methane production in ruminant livestock Analysis of spent craft brewer's yeast Utilization of natural products Teaching & Mentoring: Supervises Peer Supplemental Instructors for General Chemistry I. Advocates for active learning through structured confusion and resolution in classroom settings. Contact: Located in Witherspoon 206, reachable at (828) 771-3068 or lmartin@warren-wilson.edu.

• Organic Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Biological Chemistry
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Dr Jonathan Baker is a Senior Lecturer in Strategy at the Adelaide Business School , part of the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics at the University of Adelaide. He previously served as Director of the Yunus Centre for Business, Sustainability & Social Impact (2022-2023) and has held academic positions at Auckland University of Technology, University of Auckland, and guest professorship at University of Bayreuth. His research focuses on Interdisciplinary intersections of markets, strategy, and social impact Market-shaping strategies Sustainability and circularity transitions UN Sustainable Development Goals (9, 11, 12) Systemic business model perspectives Dr Baker's work appears in top journals including Industrial Marketing Management , Journal of Business Research , and Marketing Theory . He serves on the Editorial Review Board of Industrial Marketing Management (ABDC A*). Scientific Awards Excellence Early Career Researcher Award (ANZAM-European Management Journal, 2023) Emerging Career Researcher Award (Adelaide Business School, 2023) As a principal supervisor, he welcomes PhD/MPhil candidates interested in market shaping, sustainability transitions, or social entrepreneurship. His methodology emphasizes qualitative research and ecosystem-level analysis.

• Market Shaping
• Social Impact
• Sustainability
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Jan Cudzik is an Assistant professor at the Gdańsk University of Technology's Department of Urban Architecture and Waterscapes, Faculty of Architecture. He leads the Digital Technology Laboratory and focuses on integrating computational methods with architectural design and conservation. His research spans parametric design, generative systems, artificial intelligence, and sustainable construction practices. Education details are not explicitly provided in the texts, but his academic roles indicate advanced training in architecture and engineering. Research interests include: AI-driven design processes Generative design using swarm intelligence 3D printing in construction Energy-efficient building lifecycle assessment Traditional-conservation/digital-fabrication hybrids Key publication trends emphasize: Public space sustainability (lighting, greenery) Machine learning applications in architecture Historical structure preservation He contributes to projects like ENACT 15mC, focusing on urban community development. His work bridges digital innovation with ecological and cultural heritage concerns. Labs/Teams: Director of the Digital Technology Laboratory, active in architectural education reform using AI tools.

• Parametric Design
• Computation
• Generative Design
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Yuxia Hu is a Professor at the University of Western Australia, affiliated with the School of Engineering (Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering) and the School of Social Sciences, Planning and Transport Research Centre. Her research focuses on geotechnical engineering, particularly in large deformation FE analysis, offshore foundation systems, and soil-structure interaction. She has contributed to advancements in suction caissons, plate anchors, and computational mechanics, with applications in offshore wind energy and infrastructure stability. Research Interests: Large deformation FE analysis of soils, soil-structure interaction, offshore foundation systems, soil mechanics, and pavement engineering. Awards: Telford Premium, British Geotechnical Association Prize, and Significant Junior/Senior Paper Award. Grants: Leads projects on offshore anchors, carbon capture in pavements, and road maintenance optimization. Her work addresses challenges in geotechnical design and sustainable infrastructure, with a focus on numerical modeling and experimental validation. Collaborations span academia and industry, emphasizing practical solutions for complex soil-structure systems.

• Large deformation FE analysis of soils
• Soil–structure interaction
• Offshore foundation systems
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Jonathan Grinham is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD). His research bridges material science, building science, and design to address climate change challenges, focusing on lifecycle carbon emissions, thermal health, and sustainable material systems. He is affiliated with the Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities, the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability, and the Aizenberg Lab at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Education: Architecture and Building Science, Virginia Tech Doctor of Design, Harvard GSD Grinham's work has produced novel technologies like the DryScreen vacuum membrane dehumidification system and the Vesma cooling solution, alongside publications, patents, and the start-up company Trellis Air Corporation. His research explores bioinspired microchannel designs, radiative sky cooling, and upcycling agricultural waste such as wool into building materials. Research Trends: His recent publications emphasize decoupling HVAC processes for energy efficiency, bioinspired material systems (e.g., duck feather hydrophobic coatings), and lifecycle carbon accounting for buildings. Projects like HouseZero and Origami Microfluidics highlight synergies between material geometry, thermal performance, and environmental impact reduction. Teaching and Collaboration: Grinham teaches courses on building simulation, materials, and thesis work. He collaborates with institutions like the Wyss Institute, Columbia University's Yu Lab, and industry partners including Faveker and American Woolen Company, mentoring students in hands-on climate-responsive design projects like the Sixteen Student Stools exhibition.

• Construction & Building Systems
• Design Engineering
• Energy
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Dr. Paul Leahy is a Lecturer in Wind Energy Engineering at University College Cork (UCC) and a funded investigator in the SFI MaREI Centre for Energy, Climate, and Marine Research. He leads research on wind energy, circular economy applications for decommissioned turbine blades, and climate change impacts. His work includes the Re-Wind project, a transdisciplinary initiative funded by SFI, NSF, and Northern Ireland's Department for the Economy. He co-supervises six PhD students and has examined over 20 theses globally. Education: BE Electrical Engineering (1995), PhD Electrical Engineering (2001), Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education (2018). Research & Awards: Research focuses on wind energy forecasting, energy storage, and greenhouse gas emissions. Notable awards include the Environmental Research Letters' 2013 Highlight and an ISI Highly Cited Paper (2012). He contributed to IPCC Special Reports on climate change mitigation and co-edits Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews. Grants & Projects: Secured €320,000 for Re-Wind and led multiple EU, EPA, and industry-funded projects. Current research includes lifecycle assessments of repurposed turbine blades and hydrogen production via offshore wind. Teaching & Outreach: Coordinates modules like NE6003 Wind Energy Engineering and contributes to energy systems education. Engages in public lectures and policy initiatives like Energy Cork Cluster leadership. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure repurposing (e.g., BladeBridges) and climate adaptation strategies for agriculture and peatlands.

• Wind Energy
• Renewable Energy
• Circular Economy
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Casper Boks is Professor in Design for Sustainability at the Department of Design, NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology within the Faculty of Architecture and Design. He has held significant leadership roles including Vice Dean for Research and Innovation (2017-2021) and Head of Department (2013-2017). His research focuses on sustainable product and service design with specific expertise in design for sustainable behavior, circular economy implementation, societal sustainability narratives, and citizen engagement. With over 200 publications and an h-index of 42 on Google Scholar, his work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications to advance sustainability through design innovation. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on contemporary sustainability challenges, particularly lithium-ion battery repurposing, second-hand consumption barriers, plastic consumption patterns, and the emotional dimensions of sustainable behavior. His interdisciplinary approach connects design methodology with behavioral psychology, business model innovation, and systems thinking to address complex sustainability challenges. Professor Boks has supervised numerous PhD candidates as both main and co-supervisor, along with over 60 Master's theses at NTNU. His extensive project portfolio includes leadership in international initiatives such as NOTRAP (2025-2029), HolE-LiB (2022-2026), and TRANS-URBAN-EU-CHINA (2018-2021). He serves on numerous national and international committees including as Leader of the national committee for publication in Architecture, Design and Art (2024-present), and as a member of the Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences. His international recognition extends to serving as an external assessor for academic positions worldwide and as a jury member for international design awards.

• Design for Sustainability
• Sustainable Product Design
• Circular Economy
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Stefanie A. Sydlik is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and holds a courtesy appointment in Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. She received her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from MIT (2012) and completed postdoctoral research with Professors Timothy Swager (MIT) and Robert Langer (MIT). Her research focuses on developing biomaterials for regenerative medicine and sustainability, including functional graphenic materials (FGMs) and polymers for bone regeneration, drug delivery, and environmental applications. Key projects include osteoinductive graphene scaffolds, therapeutic methacrylic cements, and sustainable FGM-polymer composites. Her awards include the 2024 Humboldt Fellowship, Moore Inventor Fellow (2022), and World Economic Forum Young Scientist (2020). She advises a dynamic group of graduate students and undergraduates, including Zoe Wright, Anne Arnold, and Brian Holt. Notable collaborations span biomedical engineering, materials science, and environmental chemistry. Labs/Teams: The Sydlik Group at CMU, focusing on interdisciplinary biomaterials innovation. Current projects address drug overdose treatment via peptide amphiphiles, heavy metal remediation, and sustainable materials from repurposed plastics.

• Biomaterials
• Graphene Oxide
• Polymers
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Robert Böhm is a faculty member at the Faculty of Engineering , Leipzig University of Applied Sciences (HTWK Leipzig) , where he holds the Professorship for Lightweight Construction with Composite Materials . His research focuses on sustainable composite material applications, structural health monitoring, and additive manufacturing technologies. Key projects: EuReCOMP (circular economy for composites), SoKoROMed (soft robotics in medicine), and PRINTCAP (3D-printed structural supercapacitors). Active in EU clusters like Essence and Carbon Fibres & Advanced High Performance Composites . Leads the Composite Circularity Lab and Advanced Materials and Structures Lab , collaborating with institutions like York University and TU Dresden. His work bridges lightweight construction with applications in renewable energy, medical devices, and CO2-free mobility systems. He presented at the 2025 Intec Trade Fair in Leipzig, showcasing innovations like rotor blade-repurposed seating and noise-dampening 3D-printed components. The 15 most recent publications emphasize wind turbine blade recycling, structural supercapacitors, 3D-printed composites, and environmental impact assessments. Articles span 2022-2025, with keywords covering materials science, mechanical engineering, and renewable energy.

• Lightweight Construction
• Composite Materials
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Ali Karrech is a Professor at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering (CEME). He previously held roles as Senior Research Scientist at CSIRO (until 2012) and Assistant Professor at the Petroleum Institute of Abu Dhabi (2007–2009). His expertise spans materials science, geomechanics, mineral processing, and sustainable resource engineering. He serves as Graduate Research Coordinator in CEME and has led the Structures Laboratory (2015–2016). Education: He holds a Higher Doctorate (Habilitation) in Engineering Sciences from École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay (2014), a PhD in Structures and Materials from École des Ponts ParisTech (2008), and a Multidisciplinary Master's from Tunisia Polytechnic School (2001). Research Interests: Focus on computational geomechanics, resource engineering (surface mining, in-situ leaching), mineral processing (hydrometallurgy), waste repurposing, and thermal-hydraulic-mechanical-chemical coupling. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education, energy, and the built environment. Awards: Recognitions include the School of Engineering Teaching Excellence Award (2021), Prize of Best Paper in Concrete Research (2021), and CEEC High Commendations (2023). His research has produced over 194 publications and 20 grants. Teaching: Coordinates units like Engineering Materials (ENSC1004), Finite Element Method (GENG5514), and Surface Mining (MINE4503). Engages in interdisciplinary projects, including the ARC Training Centre in Critical Resources and the FBI-CRC for Future Batteries.

• Materials Science
• Finite Element Analysis
• Mineral Processing
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Aleksandar R. Popović is a Full Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Applied Chemistry. He holds a PhD from the same institution and has held academic positions since 1997, progressing from Teaching Assistant to Full Professor by 2013. His research focuses on environmental pollutants, waste material reuse, and atmospheric deposition, leveraging biomonitoring techniques. He has led or participated in multiple national and international research projects, including studies on soil contamination, airborne pollutants, and environmental risk assessment. Beyond academia, he served as Serbia's Minister of Science and Environmental Protection (2004–2007) and Minister of Mining and Energy (2007–2008). Education: Bachelor's in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1988–1993) Master's in Chemistry, Florida State University (1994–1996) PhD in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1996–2002) Research Projects: Active: International Cooperation - COST Actions project (2022–2026) Completed: National Fundamental Research Projects on pollutant dynamics and soil contamination Committee Roles: Chairman of the Committee for Recognition of Foreign Higher Education Documents (2021–2024) Member of the Committee for Education Strategy His research interests emphasize chemical transformations of pollutants, waste material repurposing, and environmental chemistry. Notable work includes studies on PAHs in food products, trace metal speciation in sediments, and bioindicator applications using moss. His recent publications (2021–2025) address environmental pollution impacts on ecosystems, human health risks, and innovative remediation techniques. Grants and collaborations include funding from the European Commission and Serbian and Slovak governmental bodies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges analytical chemistry, environmental science, and policy, reflecting his dual academic and governmental experience.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Pollutant Transformation
• Waste Material Reusage
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Dr. Adriana Laura Massidda is a Lecturer in Architectural Humanities at the School of Architecture and Landscape , University of Sheffield. Her research bridges architectural history, urban studies, and environmental humanities, focusing on informal settlements and their socio-political implications. Research Interests: Shantytown history and urban informality Critical environmental analyses of waste, flooding, and infrastructure Social housing and co-design methodologies Urban rivers and landscape design Phytoremediation in marginalized contexts Scientific Awards: Declared asset of cultural significance (Bien de Interés para la Comunicación Social) by the Buenos Aires Legislature (2023) for collaborative work on shantytown histories Publications & Impact: Massidda's research focuses on urban transformations in Argentina and the UK, particularly examining sewage farm repurposing in London/Leicester housing projects. Her work combines historical analysis with design-led interventions, emphasizing marginalized communities' agency. Teaching & Supervision: She teaches architectural humanities and supervises research on urban design, landscape, and socio-environmental challenges in informal settlements.

• Shantytown history
• Urban informality
• Urban history
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