Mehdi Jahangir Samet

Mehdi Jahangir Samet is a Doctoral Researcher at Tampere University's Faculty of Built Environment, specializing in Civil Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable transportation systems, particularly electrification of medium and heavy-duty trucks, decarbonization strategies in road freight transport, and the application of blockchain technology to enhance urban logistics sustainability. He has contributed to cross-country studies comparing Finland and Switzerland in terms of electric truck adoption and infrastructure needs.

Key research interests include transportation economics, energy demand modeling, greenhouse gas emission reduction, and policy analysis for sustainable mobility. His work combines empirical studies, comparative analysis, and advanced modeling to address challenges in urban and rural transport systems. Recent studies emphasize the levelized cost of driving for electric trucks and the potential of blockchain for transparent supply chain management.

Past research spans traffic engineering and safety, including analyses of signalized intersections, roundabouts, pedestrian behavior, and accident modification factors in highways. His studies also include geographical assessments like rainfall erosivity mapping in Iran, showcasing multidisciplinary expertise in environmental and civil engineering.

Publications reflect a trajectory from foundational traffic studies (2008–2017) to modern sustainability-focused transport research (2020–present). Collaborations often involve interdisciplinary teams and international case studies, aiming to bridge theoretical models with real-world policy and infrastructure solutions.