Nazam Ali

Dr. Nazam Ali is a Research Fellow at the School of Mathematics & Physics, University of Portsmouth, UK. He holds a Ph.D. from Kanazawa University, Japan, and Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Transportation Engineering from Thammasat University, Thailand, and NED University, Pakistan. His research focuses on transport modeling, travel behavior, policy, mobility-as-a-service (MaaS), and sustainable transport solutions. He has held academic positions at institutions like COMSATS University Islamabad and the University of Management and Technology, Lahore, and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Hong Kong. His work addresses UN SDGs related to sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11) and climate action (SDG 13).

Education:

• Ph.D., Modeling Transport Systems, Kanazawa University (2019–2022)
• MSc, Fuel Economy Analysis, Thammasat University (2016–2018)
• BSc (Hons), Transportation Engineering, NED University (2010–2014)

Research Interests:
Dr. Ali’s work spans transport policy design, MaaS adoption, travel behavior dynamics, and sustainable urban mobility. He employs machine learning and behavioral theories to analyze transport challenges in developing economies. His studies often integrate structural equation modeling (SEM) and latent class analysis to explore determinants of travel decisions.

Publications:
His recent studies examine MaaS mode choice in the UK’s Solent region, impacts of fuel prices on student travel, and distracted driving behavior using norm activation models. His research highlights policy-relevant insights for behavioral change and sustainable transport infrastructure.

Grants & Collaborations:
His global collaborations span institutions in Pakistan, Japan, Thailand, and Europe. Projects often involve interdisciplinary teams addressing transport equity, safety, and environmental sustainability.