Tristan Smith

Tristan Smith is a Professor of Energy and Transport at the University College London, affiliated with the Bartlett School of Environment, Energy & Resources. With a PhD in Maritime Engineering from UCL and a BA/MA in Engineering from St John's College, Cambridge, his research spans low-carbon shipping, marine renewables, and structural safety analysis.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (2009) - University College London
• Master of Arts (2006) - St John's College, Cambridge
• Master of Science (2004) - University College London
• Bachelor of Arts (2003) - St John's College, Cambridge

Research Focus: Dr. Smith’s work addresses Low Carbon Shipping through techno-economic models and policy design, Marine Renewables involving hydrodynamic analysis of wave and wind energy systems, and Safety of Damaged Ships using fluid-structure interaction models to enhance survivability in harsh environments.

Publication Trends: Recent works emphasize IMO policy impacts, equity in emission pricing, stranded asset risks, and AI-driven maritime surveillance. Key keywords include Climate Policy, Maritime Economics, and Deep Learning.

Awards:

• RINA LRET Ship Safety Award (2009) - Lloyds Register Educational Trust

Teaching & Professional Roles: He has lectured on ship/submarine design, stability, and hydrodynamics (2005-2009) and served as an IMO delegate since 2010. His collaborations span environmental policy, energy transition, and structural engineering.