جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Elham Raminمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wastewater Treatment
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Water Resource Recovery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elham Ramin is a Researcher at the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the Center for Energy Resources Engineering (CERE) and the Process and Systems Engineering Centre (PROSYS). Her work contributes to multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, and industry innovation. Dr. Ramin completed her PhD at DTU (2010-2014) with research focused on modeling water quality in sewer-WWTP systems. Her academic journey demonstrates a strong foundation in environmental process engineering with applications to real-world water treatment challenges. Her research interests span wastewater treatment optimization, Power-to-X applications for water resource recovery, industrial symbiosis in water management, and biomanufacturing process modeling. She specializes in computational fluid dynamics, activated sludge modeling, and one-dimensional simulation models for wastewater treatment plants. Her work bridges environmental engineering with sustainable resource management, focusing on practical solutions for water-energy nexus challenges. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating sustainable energy solutions with water treatment processes, particularly Power-to-X technologies. Her research portfolio shows increasing focus on digitalization of water resource recovery facilities and cross-sectoral industrial symbiosis for optimal resource utilization. The work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between environmental engineering, chemical process modeling, and sustainable development. Dr. Ramin has participated in significant research projects including ERASE (Evaluation of Resource recovery Alternatives in South African water) and GECKO (Green and Circular Innovation for Kenyan Companies), demonstrating international collaboration and application of research to diverse water management contexts. Her work has generated substantial academic interest with multiple publications receiving significant downloads and reader engagement on platforms like Mendeley. She is actively involved with research centers including CERE and PROSYS at DTU, contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on energy resource engineering and process systems optimization. Her collaborations extend to pharmaceutical industry applications, particularly in vaccine manufacturing development and digital twin implementation for bioprocesses.

Gideon Spanjarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Transformation
• Climate Resilient Cities
• Sustainable Urban Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gideon Spanjar is a Professor of Innovation and Urban Green Spaces at Aeres University of Applied Sciences and holds a senior role as a researcher and project leader at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences’ Faculty of Technology. He leads initiatives like the Sensing Streetscapes project and the EU-funded Cool Towns , focusing on urban transformation, climate resilience, and nature-based solutions. His work bridges urban design, environmental science, and human well-being through projects such as Building4Wellbeing and Biodiverse Cities . Research interests include spatial urban transformation, climate adaptation, and bio-based housing. He collaborates with municipalities, architecture firms, and international bodies to develop strategies for just, climate-resilient cities. Key outputs include the Urban Heat Atlas and Nature-inclusive Guiding Principles white paper, emphasizing participatory design and neuroarchitecture. Notable awards include the HvA Research of the Year 2022 for Sensing Streetscapes . His work spans academic publications, policy frameworks, and public engagement, reflecting a commitment to actionable urban solutions.

Joseph Akunnaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Anaerobic Digestion
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Joseph Akunna is a Professor in Water and Environmental Engineering at Abertay University's Department of Built Environment and Life Sciences. He holds advanced qualifications including a PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). He directs the Postgraduate Environment Education programs and the Urban Water Technology Centre. His research focuses on microbial processes for pollutant control, wastewater treatment innovation, anaerobic digestion, and sustainable waste management. Key areas include decentralized wastewater systems, landfill decay modeling, and environmental engineering solutions for developing countries. He has supervised over 20 PhD/postdoctoral projects and led numerous funded initiatives, including projects with the Scottish Government, SEPA, and industry partners like Diageo PLC. He serves as an external examiner for multiple UK universities, reviews for scientific journals, and advises international bodies such as the European Commission and the World Bank-funded Centre of Excellence in Togo. His expertise spans UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water, affordable energy, and sustainable cities. Key achievements include developing the GRABBR anaerobic wastewater treatment system, advancing anaerobic digestion of organic residues, and contributing to the Dundee Riverside Landfill transformation into a nature park. He has authored/co-authored over 70 publications and delivered international training programs in water and waste management.

Mohammad Naraghiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanomaterials Engineering
• Materials Science
• Polymer Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohammad Naraghi is a Professor and Associate Department Head for Academics in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University. He leads the Nanostuctured Materials Lab , focusing on advanced nanomaterials for aerospace applications. His work integrates material science principles to develop lightweight, high-performance materials for structural, energy storage, and smart textile systems. Education: Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering (2009), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign M.S., Civil Engineering (2004), Sharif University of Technology B.S., Civil Engineering (2004), Sharif University of Technology Research Interests: Graphitic carbon nanomaterials, bio-inspired composites, experimental nanomechanics, and polymer nanofiber processing. His lab explores multifunctional materials for aerospace applications, including self-healing polymers, structural batteries, and sustainable carbon fiber recycling. Publications: Dr. Naraghi has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work focusing on carbon nanomaterial synthesis, self-healing vitrimers, and all-electric aircraft sustainability . His studies bridge nanoscale mechanics and macroscale applications, emphasizing scalability and industrial relevance. Awards: Best Paper Award (2009) for nano viscoelastic composites research Roger A. Strehlow Memorial Award (2009) for outstanding research First Place in Sandia MEMS Design Competition (2007) Advising & Grants: Leads NSF-funded projects on sustainable materials and structural energy storage. Advises graduate students in aerospace and materials engineering. Collaborates with Sandia National Labs and industry partners on advanced composite development. Labs & Facilities: Directs the Nanostuctured Materials Lab, equipped with advanced nanomechanical testing systems, electrospinning setups, and characterization tools for nanoscale materials analysis.

Marta Costa Figueiredoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electrocatalysis
• Carbon Dioxide Reduction
• Sustainable Chemical Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marta Costa Figueiredo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), specializing in electrocatalysis and electrochemical synthesis for sustainable processes. Her research focuses on converting CO₂ and biomass into high-value chemicals like fuels and organic molecules. She holds a MSc from University of Porto and completed her PhD at the University of Barcelona in 2012, followed by postdoctoral positions at Aalto University, Leiden University, and University of Copenhagen. She joined TU/e in 2019 after industry experience at Avantium. Research Interests: Her work addresses challenges in CO₂ electroreduction, catalyst design (e.g., Cu-based bimetallic systems), and scaling-up electrochemical processes for industrial applications. Key topics include formate production via In₂O₃ doping, lignin-based electrode functionalization, and superparamagnetic ferrite electrolyzers. Her group emphasizes understanding reaction mechanisms at electrochemical interfaces and improving catalyst stability under practical conditions. Awards: ISE Travel Award for Young Electrochemists (2015) Advising & Grants: Supervises 18 students and contributes to courses on electrochemical energy storage and inorganic chemistry. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable Energy) and 13 (Climate Action). Labs/Teams: Leads research in TU/e's Inorganic Materials Chemistry group and collaborates with industry partners like Avantium. Active in interdisciplinary teams focusing on electrochemical CO₂ conversion and green chemical synthesis.

Nuala Floodمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Urban Design
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Participatory Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nuala Flood is a Senior Lecturer in the Sustainable Built Environment department at Queen’s University Belfast, combining architectural practice with pedagogical innovation. Her work focuses on participatory design methods, climate change adaptation, and urban regeneration. She leads the award-winning Public CoLab initiative, a week-long workshop fostering collaboration between students and communities to address spatial challenges in Northern Ireland. Key areas of expertise include ecotopian design fictions, temporary urban interventions, and codesign for climate resilience. Flood has pioneered climate literacy programs within her institution, integrating sustainability into architectural education curricula. She actively engages in interdisciplinary projects like the Future Island-Island initiative exploring coastal adaptation. Notable achievements include the 2022 Fulbright/Environmental Protection Agency Scholarship and multiple teaching awards. Research interests span urban interventionist practices, architectural pedagogy, and place-based climate solutions. Her publications address topics ranging from extreme heat risks in sports infrastructure to seaweed-based urban symbiosis. Flood has presented at global events such as the Reach’24 Arts & Sustainability Festival and contributed to media discussions on Belfast’s water quality and flood resilience. She supervises PhD research in codesign methodologies and participatory urbanism, reflecting her commitment to bridging academic inquiry with community-driven action. Education: Architectural practice background with ARB registration Grants: Co-investigator on the Future Island-Island project (2024–present) Labs/Teams: Public CoLab, Sustainable Built Environment research group Future Work: Scaling climate adaptation pedagogy, exploring bio-based materials

• Bioenergy
• Bioeconomy
• Sustainability Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Daniela Thrän serves as Professor of Bioenergy Systems at the University of Leipzig's Faculty of Economics and Head of the Department of Bioenergy at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), positions she has held since 2011. She concurrently leads Germany's delegation in IEA Bioenergy Task 44 on Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration and chairs the Social Sustainability Transformations group at UFZ, bridging academic research with national climate policy through roles in the Federal Bioeconomy Council (2012-2023) and Thuringia's Climate Advisory Board. Her academic background includes: Engineering studies in Technical Environmental Protection at Technical University of Berlin (1989-1995) Doctorate at Bauhaus University Weimar (1998-2001) on material flow management in rural regional development Thrän's research centers on bioenergy's role in climate neutrality, specializing in carbon dioxide removal (CDR) via bio-based methods including BECCS, life cycle sustainability assessment, and spatial modeling of renewable energy systems. She analyzes biomass resource potentials within circular bioeconomy frameworks and investigates socio-economic drivers of energy transitions, with recent work focusing on urban-rural biomass integration and flexible bioenergy services for grid stability. Her 2023-2025 publications reveal intensifying focus on bio-CDR implementation challenges and policy frameworks, alongside systematic assessments of biomass allocation in Germany's net-zero pathways. Key trends include AI-enhanced literature mapping for climate research, municipal-scale renewable integration dynamics, and cross-national comparisons (e.g., Germany/Canada biogas systems), with growing emphasis on socio-technical trade-offs in land use and stakeholder acceptance. No scientific awards, prizes, or fellowships were documented in the provided text. Thrän actively mentors doctoral candidates as DBFZ's representative for bioenergy colloquia and leads major initiatives: IEA Bioenergy Task 44: National Team Leader for Germany (2019-present) Helmholtz Climate Initiative (HI-CAM): Co-author of spatial energy transition reports Editor-in-Chief of Springer's "energy, sustainability and society" (2017-present) She directs UFZ's Department of Bioenergy (BEN) and Models team, developing spatially resolved energy system tools like BENOPTex. Her groups focus on techno-economic analysis of biogenic resources, smart bioenergy system services, and socio-ecological impacts of renewable energy expansion, with strong links to European standardization bodies (ISO/TC 238, CEN TC 335) and Germany's aviation biofuels advisory board (aireg).

• Natural Gas Technology
• CO2 Utilization and Capture
• Hydrogen Production and Green Hydrogen
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Zhixin Yu is a Professor of Natural Gas Technology at the Department of Energy and Petroleum Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Southeastern Norway. His research is centered on advanced energy technologies with a strong focus on CO 2 utilization, hydrogen production, electrocatalysis, and next-generation battery systems. He actively collaborates with a broad network of researchers in materials science and chemical engineering. His research interests span CO 2 capture and conversion , green hydrogen production via electrocatalysis and photocatalysis , design of single-atom and nanostructured catalysts (including MOFs, carbon-based materials) , and advanced energy storage systems such as lithium-ion, lithium-sulfur, and lithium-ion capacitors . His work integrates experimental synthesis with theoretical modeling, particularly density functional theory (DFT), to understand and optimize catalytic and electrochemical processes. The recent publications (2021–2025) reveal a strong thematic trend toward electrocatalytic CO 2 reduction to value-added chemicals , hydrogenation reactions using sustainable catalysts , and interface engineering in battery materials to improve stability and performance . The keywords consistently include catalysis, energy materials, CO 2 utilization, and electrochemistry, highlighting his role at the forefront of sustainable energy technology development. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific students or grant details are not listed, Professor Yu appears to lead or significantly contribute to a research group focused on energy materials. His extensive co-authorship with early-career researchers (e.g., Song Lu, Obinna Egwu Eleri, Frederik Thorbjørn Huld) suggests active mentorship and advising. The volume and quality of publications indicate successful acquisition of research funding, likely from national and international sources supporting sustainable energy and materials science. Labs and Teams: No specific lab or research team name is provided. However, his frequent collaboration with colleagues such as Fengliu Lou, Song Lu, and Kun Guo indicates a well-integrated research group within the Department of Energy and Petroleum Technology, likely focused on catalytic materials and energy storage devices.

Nick Cheneyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nick Cheney is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Vermont, leading the UVM Neurobotics Lab. He also serves as Graduate Program Director and is affiliated with the Vermont Complex Systems Center, an interdisciplinary hub for data-rich complex systems research. PhD in Computational Biology and Biological Statistics from Cornell University Advised by Hod Lipson and Steve Strogatz His research focuses on bio-inspired machine learning algorithms, particularly in evolutionary computation, deep learning, and reinforcement learning. Key applications span robotics, healthcare diagnostics, and environmental science. The lab's interdisciplinary work has been recognized with prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award and SIGEVO Impact Award . Recent publications highlight advancements in morphological computation, continual learning, and cross-domain applications of machine learning. His team develops algorithms for soft robots, medical diagnostics using wearable sensors, and sustainable agriculture systems, often publishing in venues like the Nature Scientific Reports , GECCO , and Soft Robotics . Scientific Awards : NSF CAREER Award SIGEVO Impact Award The lab actively mentors graduate students in Complex Systems and Data Science, with alumni securing positions at institutions like Harvard, UC Berkeley, and Medidata. Collaborative grants with biomedical and environmental researchers demonstrate the lab's commitment to societal impact through machine learning applications.

• Childhood Studies
• Youth and Technology
• Biosocial Relationships
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nick Lee is an Associate Professor in the Education Studies department at the University of Warwick, Faculty of Social Sciences. With over 30 publications across Science Studies, Education, and the Sociology of Childhood, his work has appeared in prestigious journals including The Lancet: Infectious Disease, Science, Technology and Human Values, and Sociology. Dr. Lee's research interests span: Childhood, youth and technology Biosocial relationships and imaginations Climate change and sustainability Life processes, learning and innovation His interdisciplinary research examines power dynamics between youth and generation within biotechnological innovation and climate change contexts. In his 2013 book "Childhood and Bio-politics: Climate change, life processes and human futures" (Palgrave Macmillan), he develops theoretical frameworks connecting childhood experiences with environmental challenges. Dr. Lee pioneered the concept of 'residual childhoods' examining how children navigate the material residues of economic growth and technological development. Dr. Lee's publication record reveals consistent interdisciplinary engagement with childhood studies intersecting technology, environmental issues, and biosocial relationships. Recent work (2021-2023) shows expansion into sustainable development education, gender dynamics in STEM, and innovative plant science communication through art. Earlier work established theoretical foundations in biosocial relationships and childhood biopolitics, with increasing applied focus on environmental challenges and technological innovation. Dr. Lee has secured significant research funding from: ESRC (Economic and Social Research Council) BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) MRC (Medical Research Council) European Neuroscience and Society Network Department for Children, Schools and Families Department for Business, Innovation and Skills As ELSA (Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects) lead for Warwick's Institute for Synthetic Biology, he bridges scientific innovation with societal implications. Dr. Lee has consulted for a global hygiene corporation on antibiotic resistance and the UK Cabinet Office on future prospects for children. Current research projects include: Global Gardens: Co-Learning in Synthetic Biology (with Professor Anne Osbourn) Children, Sexting and Co-Learning (with Birmingham universities) Residual Childhoods (examining children's relationship with technological residues)

Elisa Giaccardiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Industrial Design
• Human-Technology Relations
• Sustainable Energy Practices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Elisa Giaccardi is a Professor in Industrial Design Engineering at Delft University of Technology, specializing in Human-Technology Relations. Their research focuses on sustainable energy practices, AI ethics, decolonial design, and material interactions in everyday life. Giaccardi has led projects exploring heat pump adoption, clinical AI development, and microbial coexistence with humans. They are affiliated with TU Delft’s 4TU.ResearchData repository and hold editorial roles in design conferences such as EKSIG 2017. Notable contributions include datasets on heat pump practices and awards like the 2023 Best Paper Honourable Mention. Giaccardi actively participates in international conferences, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration across design, technology, and social sciences. Research interests span decolonizing design methodologies, energy transition practices, and the ethical implications of AI. Their work bridges technical innovation with human-centered approaches, addressing societal challenges through speculative and critical design frameworks. Recent publications analyze household improvisation with heat pumps, hauntological critiques of AI, and material care for cyanobacteria in domestic contexts. Giaccardi has supervised 5 academic works and contributed to over 70 research outputs. They organize conferences, review journal submissions, and advocate for inclusive, equitable design practices. Current activities include exploring AI’s societal integration and fostering dialogue between designers, engineers, and marginalized communities.

Minna Autioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Sciences
• Sustainability Science
• Consumer Behavior
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Minna Autio is a Professor at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Educational Sciences, Department of Education. She is affiliated with the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science and Teachers' Academy. Her research focuses on sustainability science, consumer behavior, home economics education, and ethical consumption. Key areas include sustainable fashion, wood-based bioeconomy, and youth financial literacy. She leads the BioColour consortium (2019-2025) developing bio-based dyes and pigments. Recent work explores consumer agency in sustainability practices, food systems, and material lifecycle management. Education: Not explicitly listed in provided texts. Research projects include 'Education for Everyday Sustainability' and 'Consumer-inclusive packaging systems'. She actively participates in international conferences and reviews academic journals like Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research and Journal of Cleaner Production . Her publications analyze topics such as clothing sustainability, youth financial independence, and consumer perceptions of natural vs synthetic materials. She collaborates with organizations like the Strategic Research Council and the European Commission-funded CONFIN-SKILLS project. Grants include funding from the Academy of Finland and the STN consortium.

Raphael Zuffereyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Autonomous robotics
• Bio-inspired hybrid design
• Monitoring of aquatic environments
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Raphael Zufferey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he leads the MIT AURA (Aerial-Aquatic bio-inspired robots) laboratory since January 2025. His research focuses on developing bio-inspired robotic systems capable of seamless transitions between aerial and aquatic environments for environmental monitoring applications. Education: 2013 - EPFL BSc 2015 - EPFL MSc 2020 - Imperial College London PhD Zufferey's research interests center around autonomous robotics with emphasis on bio-inspired hybrid designs that enable seamless transitions between aerial and aquatic environments. His work bridges mechanical engineering, robotics, and ocean sciences to develop novel propulsion methods and control systems for environmental monitoring applications. He specializes in creating miniature robots that can operate in challenging aquatic environments while maintaining energy efficiency through innovative locomotion strategies. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on solving the fundamental challenges of aerial-aquatic transition in robotics, with particular emphasis on bio-inspired designs that mimic natural organisms. The research spans multiple disciplines including fluid dynamics, control theory, and materials science to create functional hybrid robotic systems. Scientific Awards: 2022 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Individual Fellowship 2020 Best PhD in Robotics UK 2019 Best Paper Award, AMAM conference, Lausanne Switzerland 2018 Best Conference Paper Nominee, ICRA conference, Brisbane Zufferey actively mentors students and postdocs in his AURA lab, with current members including graduate students, postdocs, and UROPs working on various aspects of aerial-aquatic robotics. He serves in editorial roles for prominent robotics publications and organizes workshops at major conferences, demonstrating his growing influence in the robotics community. His lab has secured funding for innovative projects including the REaCT workshop at ICRA 2025 focused on Robotics for Environmental and Climate Assessment. The MIT AURA lab, established in January 2025, has quickly grown to include multiple researchers working on cutting-edge projects such as flapping-wing perching mechanisms, aquatic jump-gliders using water-reactive fuels, and sailing-flying hybrid robots for extended mission durations. The lab collaborates with institutions like Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and maintains strong connections with researchers at EPFL.

Muhammad R. Hajjمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Structural Dynamics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Muhammad R. Hajj is the George Meade Bond Professor, Chair of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering, and Director of the Davidson Laboratory at Stevens Institute of Technology. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, his expertise lies in nonlinear dynamics , fluid-structure interactions , and energy harvesting , applying these to ship hydrodynamics , biomimetic flight/underwater vehicles , and coastal resilience . He has mentored 32 PhD students and authored over 170 journal publications. Education PhD (1990), MS (1985), Civil Engineering , University of Texas at Austin BE (1983), Civil Engineering (with Distinction) , American University of Beirut Research Interests Dr. Hajj’s work bridges nonlinear dynamics and fluid mechanics to address challenges in structural/aeroelastic stability , bio-inspired design , and renewable energy systems . His fluid-structure interaction studies focus on ship hydrodynamics , transonic flutter , and storm surge prediction , while his energy harvesting research explores piezoelectric systems , self-powered sensors , and biomimetic energy conversion . Recent Trends in Publications His 2022-2021 publications emphasize coastal extreme weather resilience via AI-driven storm surge modeling , bio-inspired robotic fish for underwater energy harvesting , and nonlinear aeroelastic systems to enhance renewable energy extraction . Themes include high-efficiency piezoelectric designs , vortex-induced vibration control , and ultrasonic contactless power transfer , reflecting his commitment to integrating nonlinear dynamics with practical engineering applications . Scientific Honors Fellow, Engineering Mechanics Institute, ASCE Distinguished Civil Engineering Alumni (AUB, 2019) Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research (VT, 2016) Distinguished Leader in Research (VT, 2016) Excellence in Research Award (VT, 2015) Advising and Grants Dr. Hajj has supervised 32 PhD students , many of whom hold prestigious roles in academia and industry. He has secured major grants, including $1.8M from the Department of Energy for floating wave energy converters , $4.94M from the Port Authority for storm surge forecasting , and $200K from the NSF for bio-inspired telemetry energy harvesting .

Stephan Pfisterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Water Footprint Analysis
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephan Pfister is a Professor at ETH Zurich in the Department of of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, where he leads research in the Ecological Systems Design group. His office is located at HIF D 85.2, Laura-Hezner-Weg 7, 8093 Zürich, Switzerland. Professor Pfister teaches multiple courses including Introduction into Environmental Engineering, Advanced Environmental Assessments, and Computer Laboratory courses for the Autumn Semester 2025. Dr. Pfister received his PhD from ETH Zurich in 2011 with a dissertation on 'Environmental evaluation of freshwater consumption within the framework of life cycle assessment.' Following his doctoral studies, he completed a one-year post-doctoral position at UC Santa Barbara in 2011. His academic journey has resulted in over 100 original research publications spanning more than a decade of scholarly contributions. Professor Pfister's research is highly interdisciplinary, focusing on methodological advancements in the impact assessment of water consumption, land use, and biodiversity loss within Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Multi-Regional Input-Output Analysis (MRIO). His work spans multiple sectors including agriculture and forestry, material extraction and processing, and power production. He has notably advanced water footprint concepts, including future scenario analyses and assessment of international trade implications. His research integrates environmental science with practical applications for sustainable resource management, addressing critical global challenges related to freshwater scarcity and ecosystem preservation. Analysis of Professor Pfister's recent publication record (2024-2025) reveals a strong trend toward integrated environmental assessment methodologies, particularly at the intersection of water resources, climate change, and sustainable systems design. His work increasingly addresses complex supply chain analyses, with growing emphasis on policy-relevant applications in sustainable food systems, urban mobility, and resource extraction. The methodological focus remains firmly rooted in Life Cycle Assessment while expanding into complementary frameworks like Water Footprint Assessment, demonstrating his leadership in advancing environmental assessment science. Professor Pfister's research has been supported by various funding mechanisms including the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF) project 'Minimizing Energy Input, Exergy Loss and Environmental Impacts of Greenhouse Systems in Iran and Switzerland Exploiting Industrial Symbiosis Opportunities' (Grant No. 192875). His interdisciplinary approach has fostered collaborations across multiple institutions and research groups, contributing to the advancement of environmental assessment methodologies globally. The Ecological Systems Design group at ETH Zurich, led by Professor Pfister, serves as a hub for innovative research at the intersection of environmental science, engineering, and policy. The group maintains strong connections with international research networks focused on sustainability assessment, contributing to methodological standardization efforts and practical applications of environmental assessment tools in industry and policy contexts.