جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sustainability Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment
• Circular Economy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Li Shen is an Associate Professor at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development , Utrecht University since 2015. She holds the Energy & Resources group and has been active in sustainability assessment of materials and energy systems since completing her PhD in 2011. Education: BEng (Mechanical Engineering, cum laude 1999, Shanghai) MSc (Sustainable Development, track Energy and Resources 2006, Utrecht University) PhD (2011, Utrecht University, thesis: Bio-based and Recycled Polymers for Cleaner Production – an Assessment of Plastics and Fibres ) Research Interests: Dr. Shen specializes in Life Cycle Assessment and Technological Sustainability Evaluation of Bio-based Plastics , Plastics Recycling , Waste Management , and Nanomaterials . Her work bridges Environmental Science , Chemical Engineering , and Sustainable Development through rigorous system analysis. Scientific Publications: Leading expert in Circular Economy applications for plastics Developed Ex-ante LCA frameworks for emerging materials Key contributor to PEF Bio-based Bottle sustainability analysis Active in Telescope Energy Systems sustainability Published in Nature Communications , Science of the Total Environment , and Journal of Cleaner Production Teaching: Responsible instructor for Advanced Energy Analysis in the Master Energy Science program. Also teaches Life Cycle Assessment and Sustainable Resources Use in the Global Sustainability Science bachelor program. Supervises numerous master thesis projects from Energy Science (ES), Sustainable Development (SD-EM), and Science for Energy Innovation (SBI) programs.

• Climate Change Mitigation
• Ecological Economics
• Technology Innovation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jing Meng is a leading academic at University College London's Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, holding the position since 2023 after progressing from Lecturer (2019-2021) to Associate Professor (2021-2023). She concurrently serves as a fellow at the Cambridge Centre for Environment, Energy and Natural Resource Governance and maintains active editorial roles as Executive Editor of the Journal of Cleaner Production and Associate Editor for Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres. Her research spans three interconnected domains: Energy Transitions and Technology Innovation (examining cost forecasts and structural emission declines in China), Climate Change Policies (analyzing South-South trade effects and multinational enterprise emissions), and Emission-Health-Socioeconomics Nexus (assessing air pollution impacts and integrated co-mitigation strategies). This interdisciplinary approach is reflected in her publication record across Nature family journals and PNAS. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on global carbon accounting methodologies, with increasing attention to subnational (city-level) analyses, health co-benefits of climate policies, and technological innovation pathways for hard-to-abate sectors. Her work frequently employs multi-regional input-output modeling to trace emissions through complex supply chains. AGU Global Environmental Change Early Career Award (2023) MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Asia Pacific (2022) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2020-2024) Nature Communications Top 50 Earth Sciences Article (2018) MDPI Emerging Sustainability Leader Award (2020) Environmental Research Letters Best Early Career Article (2017) Professor Meng has secured substantial funding from diverse sources including NERC, the British Council, Quadrature Climate Foundation, The Royal Society, and UCL internal grants. She leads an interdisciplinary research group focused on technology innovation and climate policy, with particular emphasis on China's role in global emissions systems. Her work directly supports Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action) through actionable policy insights.

David Rooneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renewable Energy
• Fuel Cells
• Advanced Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Rooney is a Professor and Dean of Internationalisation and Reputation at Queen's University Belfast's School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on energy systems at the intersection of renewable energy, agri-tech, and manufacturing, addressing climate change and net-zero goals. He actively supervises PhD students in areas like sustainable aviation fuels, carbon removal, and biochar systems. Key projects include leading the CDT in Bio-Based Negative Emissions Technologies and collaborating on hydrogen production and diesel replacement schemes. He has received an Excellence in Teaching award (2018) and contributed to global initiatives like the UK-China Net-Zero Engineering Innovation Centre. His advisory work includes overseeing 22 PhD students and managing projects with industry partners. Rooney's lab specializes in catalyst development, bioenergy systems, and process intensification techniques. Recent research trends emphasize sustainable hydrogen production, biochar applications, and adsorption-based environmental solutions.

Peter Irgaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Nature-based air treatment technologies
• Phytoremediation
• Green walls (Phytosystems)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Peter Irga is a Senior Lecturer and ARC DECRA Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. He is globally recognized as a leader in nature-based biological air treatment technologies, particularly green wall systems (Phytosystems), with current worldwide ranking #1 in his research topic (SciVal Topic T.37087). Dr Irga's research focuses on innovative nature-based solutions for urban air pollution challenges, including phytoremediation technologies, biosolar green roofs, and agrivoltaics. His work bridges environmental engineering with practical urban applications, examining the performance of nature-based systems in real-world settings to quantify their value and identify development opportunities. His research demonstrates how living infrastructure provides cities with natural beauty while improving human health and wellbeing, addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals 11 (Sustainable Cities), 13 (Climate Action), 15 (Life on Land), and 3 (Good Health). His research portfolio includes 80+ publications with an H-index of 30 and $5.21M in research income, including ARC funding. Industry recognition includes $4.54M in high-level consultancies. His work spans multiple disciplines including atmospheric science, environmental engineering, and sustainable materials development, with particular emphasis on practical implementation of green infrastructure solutions in urban settings. Tall Poppy Science Award (2022) from the Australian Institute of Policy and Science ARC DECRA Fellow (2021-2024) Chancellor's Postdoctoral Research Fellow (2018-2021) Dr Irga actively supervises Masters and PhD students and coordinates Postgraduate Environmental Engineering and Water Engineering programs. His funded research includes Sustainable High-Performance Transitory Structures using Biobased Materials (2025-2026), Bradfield Green and Bio-Solar Roof Monitoring (2025), and Plantabox for Targeting the Urban Heat Island Challenge (2024-2025). He collaborates with industry partners including Junglefy, Ambius, Bradfield Development Authority, and City of Sydney.

Chunfei Wuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thermochemical conversion of renewable resources
• Heterogeneous catalysis
• CO2 capture and utilization
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Chunfei Wu is affiliated with the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast, UK. Specializing in thermochemical conversion of renewable resources and CO2 capture/utilization technologies, Wu leads cutting-edge research in sustainable energy systems. Research interests include: Development of heterogeneous catalysts for hydrogen and syngas production Carbon nanotube synthesis from waste hydrocarbons Integrated CO2 capture and conversion processes Thermochemical processing of biomass/plastics Recent publications focus on molten salt technologies (solar salts), oxygen carriers for chemical looping combustion, and photocatalytic CO2 reduction systems. Wu contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through carbon-neutral pathways research. Active in academic leadership as Founding Editor-in-Chief of Carbon Capture Science & Technology and Managing Editor of Biomass and Bioenergy , Wu supervises multiple research projects including: R3691CCE: Sewage Sludge Gasification R1661CCE: Bio-based Negative Emissions Technologies R1797CCE: Marine Plastic Waste Recycling R7511CCE: CO2 Capture with CaO Materials

Jay Arehartمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Life cycle assessment
• Embodied carbon reduction
• Industrial ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jay Arehart is an Assistant Teaching Professor and Faculty Director for Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in Building Systems Engineering. He holds a PhD, MS, and BS in Architectural Engineering from the same institution. His research focuses on life cycle assessment of buildings, embodied carbon reduction, industrial ecology, and engineering education through service learning. PhD in Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2021) MS in Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2017) BS in Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2016) Dr. Arehart’s work emphasizes sustainable building practices, including embodied carbon measurement, material sequestration potential, and decarbonization strategies. His research bridges environmental science and civil engineering, with notable contributions to carbon sequestration in construction materials like hempcrete and transparent wood composites. He actively promotes service learning in engineering education through projects like global footbridge construction. His recent publications address structural material demand projections, embodied carbon benchmarks, and probabilistic modeling of building materials. Notable awards include the AREN Faculty Appreciation Award (2023). Dr. Arehart is affiliated with the ASCE Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) and ASCE Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI). His advising and grants focus on advancing sustainable building systems and climate-resilient infrastructure. He is based in Office ECOT 417 at CU Boulder.

Hongyan Maمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Future Cements
• Solid Waste Upcycling
• CO2 Capture and Utilization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hongyan Ma is a Kummer Impact Professor, Francisco Benavides Scholar, and Associate Professor at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). She joined Missouri S&T in 2015 as an Assistant Professor and was promoted to tenured Associate Professor in 2021. Currently directing the Lab of Future Cements and Carbon-negative Initiatives (FuCCI) , Dr. Ma leads research funded by NSF, DOE, DOD, and industry. Her work spans future cements , CO2 mineralization , and critical minerals recovery , with affiliations across multiple departments. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, 2013 M.Eng. in Structural Engineering, Shenzhen University, 2008 B.Law. and B.Eng. in Inorganic Non-metallic Materials Engineering, Chongqing University, 2005 Research Interests: Dr. Ma’s work addresses carbon-negative construction materials , focusing on future cements (efficiency strategies, alternative binders), solid waste upcycling , CO2 capture/utilization , thermal energy storage , and nano-biological technologies . Her lab employs advanced materials characterization and multi-scale modeling to enhance concrete durability and develop carbon-negative recovery of critical metals (Ni, Co, Li, Cu). Research Trends: Her recent publications emphasize carbon mineralization , steel slag upcycling , and multi-scale transport modeling , reflecting a strong focus on sustainable construction and industrial waste valorization . Key areas include CO2 sequestration , phosphate cement synthesis , and seawater-resistant concrete . Scientific Awards & Recognitions: Kummer Impact Professorship (2024) Francisco Benavides Scholar (2022) Faculty Excellence Awards (2023, 2020) Top 2% Scientists in 'Building & Construction' (2020–2022) Game Changer Academies Panel Fellow, NSF (2022) Grants & Leadership: Dr. Ma’s research is supported by National Science Foundation , Department of Energy , Department of Defense , and private foundations. She serves on editorial boards, evaluates grants internationally, and leads the FuCCI Lab , integrating multi-disciplinary teams for carbon-negative innovation.

Jason Quinnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Techno-Economic Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment
• System Optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jason Quinn is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University and Operating Director of the Energy Institute. His research focuses on techno-economic assessment, life cycle analysis, and optimization of emerging energy technologies including microalgae biofuels, nuclear systems, and electrified transportation. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University and an M.S. in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Research spans sustainability methodology, biofuel systems, and energy optimization, with emphasis on engineering models validated through experimentation to guide R&D priorities. Current projects address desert agriculture, waste valorization, and grid storage solutions. Honors include the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering Rockwell-Anderson Professorship (2019) and Colorado State University's Mechanical Engineering Energizer Bunny Award (2019).

Chungen Yinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Thermal Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Modeling & Simulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Chungen Yin is an Associate Professor in Thermal Engineering at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science. He holds a PhD in Thermal/Fluids Engineering from 1998, specializing in Clean and Efficient Solid Fuel Combustion Technologies. His research focuses on advanced modeling of thermal/fluids systems for green transition, including CFD, digital twins, reacting flows (bioenergy, carbon capture), and heat transfer applications. He has contributed to over 137 publications and led 12 major projects, such as the BioNETzero initiative for net-zero emissions. Recognized as a top 1% scientist globally (Elsevier 2024), he also excels in teaching, winning multiple 'Teacher of the Year' awards and developing extensive course materials. His work spans biomass combustion, waste-to-energy, and industrial decarbonization. Education: PhD in Thermal/Fluids Engineering (1998): Clean and efficient solid fuel combustion for CHP, fluidized bed and fuel blending technologies. Research Interests: Modeling & Simulation for Green Transition, CFD/Digital Twins, Reacting Flows (Bioenergy, Carbon Capture), Heat Transfer Innovations, and Biomass/Waste Energy Systems. His work addresses challenges in boiler performance, combustion efficiency, and emissions reduction. Projects & Grants: BioNETzero (2024–2027): Oxy-combustion for bio-based CHP and negative emissions. Virtual Testing of Ammonia Marine Burners (2025–2028). Self-ignition Risks in Biomass Storage (2022–2025). Awards: World’s Top 1% Scientists (Elsevier/Stanford 2020–2024). Multiple 'Teacher of the Year' awards at AAU. Teaching & Advising: Supervised numerous PhD/MSc projects, served as international PhD opponent (Austria, China, Denmark, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden), and contributed to course development with over 3,500 slides across 10+ thermal/fluids courses.

Monday Okoronkwoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Cement Chemistry
• Nanomaterials Engineering
• Wastewater Remediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Monday Okoronkwo serves as an Assistant Professor in Materials Chemistry at Missouri University of Science and Technology, focusing on sustainable materials development and environmental remediation. His research bridges industrial waste valorization, nanomaterial synthesis, and decarbonization strategies for heavy-emission industries. Research interests prioritize sustainable cement chemistry (including belite-ye'elimite-ferrite systems and wastewater-derived struvite binders), nanomaterial-enhanced fluid systems (graphene nanofluids in bio-lubricants), and advanced wastewater treatment (hybrid nanocomposites for heavy metal/dye removal). Key methodologies involve thermorheological characterization, computational modeling of hydration dynamics, and circular economy approaches to industrial byproducts. Current publications reveal a strong trend toward industrial decarbonization (12 of 15 recent articles), particularly cement/lubricant sector innovations using slag, struvite, and vegetable oil derivatives. Secondary focus areas include nanomaterial sorbents for textile wastewater (5 articles) and fundamental studies of sulfoaluminate cement hydration mechanisms (3 articles). While no specific awards or student advisement details appear in source materials, Okoronkwo's work demonstrates significant grant activity through funded projects like the CAREER award on stratlingite-based cements and MRI-funded X-ray tomography infrastructure. His research directly addresses Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) priorities through cement durability studies and sustainable binder development. Laboratory capabilities include advanced rheometry for cementitious systems, nanofluid thermal characterization, and adsorption testing for water treatment applications. Future work appears directed toward scaling slag-based clinker production and optimizing bio-nanofluids for industrial machining.

Eva Thorinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• CO2 Capture and Utilization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eva Thorin is a Professor at Mälardalen University's Academy of Economics, Society and Technology, serving as Deputy Academy Director and Research Leader for MDU's Future Energy focus area. Her work bridges renewable energy, resource efficiency, and digitalization through interdisciplinary collaborations with academia, industry, and public organizations. PhD in Energy Technology (KTH Royal Institute of Technology) Research focus: Energy conversion processes, biomass gasification, CO2 capture, and biochar applications Project leadership: SYDPOL (power plant optimization), REMOWE (waste-to-energy), EU Horizon Europe SUPREMAS (sludge gasification) International collaborations: Germany (University of Stuttgart), EU-funded initiatives Her research spans thermal/biological biomass conversion, smart energy systems, and circular economy practices. Recent publications emphasize CO2 capture from bioenergy, biochar utilization for wastewater remediation, and integration of renewable technologies with CHP systems. She actively supervises PhD students and manages projects like ELOGE and REMOWE, combining technical innovation with societal sustainability goals. Awards and teaching activities are not explicitly mentioned in the available data.

Malgorzata Borchersمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Carbon Dioxide Removal
• Bioenergy
• Sustainability Assessment
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Malgorzata Borchers is a senior Researcher at the Department of Bioenergy , Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ , where she leads the CARMA (Carbon Management) research group. Her work focuses on bio-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) strategies, climate neutrality pathways, and sustainable biomass implementation for Germany's energy transition. Key collaborations include IEA Bioenergy Tasks 40/43/44/45 and Helmholtz Climate Initiative (HI-CAM) Projects: Net-Zero-2050 , EE-Monitor , BENOPT , HI-CAM Her research combines system analysis with sustainability assessment to evaluate bioenergy systems, marine CDR options, and policy frameworks for achieving Germany's 2045 climate neutrality goals. She has contributed to 41+ indicators for nature-compatible renewable energy expansion and developed scenario modeling tools for carbon budgeting. Scientific contributions span 15 recent publications on: AI-enhanced CDR literature mapping (2025) Marine storage/sequestration dynamics (2025) BECCS value chains (2024) Multi-level climate governance (2024) Tempo-spatial CDR economics (2024) Bioenergy's role in net-zero (2022–2024) Awarded the UFZ Research Award 2024 as part of a team for advancing sustainable biomass use in climate neutrality. Her work informs national policies on carbon management , renewable energy integration , and nature-compatible technology deployment .

• Civil Engineering
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elham Fini is an Associate Professor at the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University. She serves as a Senior Global Futures Scientist at the Global Institute of Sustainability and Innovation, Director of the Innovation Network for Materials, Methods and Management, and holds affiliations with the Center for Negative Carbon Emissions. Education: Ph.D. from University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign Her research focuses on Built Environment and Health , Bio-based Materials , and Multi-scale Characterization , aiming to advance sustainable infrastructure through novel material design and environmental impact mitigation. She has published over 200 scholarly works and her research has been highlighted by BBC Women in STEM, Science Nation, and Wired Magazine. Recent publications analyze bio-based rejuvenators , waste plastic integration , and biochar applications in asphalt systems, addressing carbon management , pollutant adsorption , and asphalt durability . Her work bridges chemical engineering principles with civil infrastructure challenges. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER award, ASEE Gerald Seeley award, BEYA Emerald STEM Innovation award, NC BioTech Research Excellence award, WTS Innovative Transportation Solution award Dr. Fini serves as editor for the ASCE Journal of Materials and the Journal of Resources, Conservation & Recycling. She previously held leadership roles as ASCE North Carolina Northern Branch president and NSF program director.

Christine Polzinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainability transformations
• Behavioural environmental governance
• Biodiversity & Trade
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christine Polzin is a Senior Researcher at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig, Germany, working in the Department of Environmental Politics. Her research focuses on sustainability transformations, behavioral environmental governance, biodiversity and trade, and bio-based negative emissions technologies. She earned her PhD (Dr. rer. pol.) from the Research Center for Sustainability Studies at the University of Bremen between 2022-2024. PhD (Dr. rer. pol.) in Sustainability Studies, University of Bremen (2022-2024) M.Phil. in Development Studies, University of Oxford (2005-2007) German French Double-Diploma Programme in International Business Studies and Economics, European University Viadrina & Reims Management School (2000-2004) Dr. Polzin's research examines how societies can transition toward sustainability through governance innovations, policy instruments, and sociotechnical transformations. Her work spans multiple disciplines including environmental politics, political economy, and sustainability science. She investigates the interplay between policy visions, institutional change, and practical implementation of sustainability transitions, with particular attention to agricultural systems, biodiversity governance, and behavioral aspects of environmental decision-making. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on sociotechnical transformations toward sustainability, with recent work examining visions in sustainability transformations, governance frameworks, and the psychological dimensions of environmental action. Her research spans theoretical frameworks like the capability approach while maintaining strong connections to practical policy applications and real-world sustainability challenges. Dr. Polzin currently leads the BioNET project on Multi-level Assessment of Bio-based Negative Emission Technologies and the PEER Project on establishing a policy-relevant research agenda on biodiversity and trade. Her previous projects include GLAMURS (Green Lifestyles, Alternative Models and Upscaling Regional Sustainability), VOODOO (Viral eco-evolutionary dynamics of wild and domestic pollinators), and Governance of Sociotechnical Transformations (GoST). She has been affiliated with the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research since 2014, following research positions at SERI in Vienna (2008-2013) and the University of Oxford (2007-2008). Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between environmental science, political economy, and sustainability transitions research.

• Climate Change Mitigation
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Energy Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marianne Zanon Zotin is a Researcher at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, affiliated with Utrecht University's Department of Environmental Sciences. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to climate change mitigation, industrial sustainability, and circular economy strategies. She explores pathways for decarbonizing industries, reducing material demand, and enhancing climate resilience in sectors like agriculture and aviation. Her research integrates quantitative methods such as life cycle assessment, integrated assessment modeling, and scenario analysis to evaluate policy implications and technological innovations. Key themes include fossil fuel phase-out strategies, bio-based alternatives, and the socio-technical dimensions of energy transitions. Zotin’s work spans global comparative studies (e.g., Brazil, Europe, China) and emphasizes systemic connections between material and energy systems. Her publications highlight critical gaps in current climate policies, particularly regarding non-energy industrial uses and induced land-use changes from biofuel production. She advocates for holistic frameworks that prioritize service provisioning while minimizing environmental impacts.