جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Supply Chain Management
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
• Digital Manufacturing
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Atanu Chaudhuri is a Professor of Technology & Operations Management at Durham University Business School. He holds affiliations as an Associate Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Study and Fellow of the Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing. With 9 years of industry experience in automotive manufacturing and consulting, and over 9 years of academic experience across IIM Lucknow and Aalborg University, his expertise bridges academia and industry. His research focuses on digital manufacturing (especially additive manufacturing), supply chain risk management, and supply chain integration. Key industries of application include automotive, aerospace, food processing, and healthcare. He has secured grants from UK-India Education and Research Initiative, Danish agencies, and TUBITAK. Dr. Chaudhuri’s work emphasizes practical industrial problems, such as part selection for additive manufacturing, supply chain resilience, and digital technologies in cold chains. He leads the Digital Supply Chain working group of Mobility goes additive, a network advancing 3D printing in mobility sectors. His recent publications explore telemedicine adoption in emerging economies, blockchain applications in supply chains, and circular economy frameworks. He has advised over four doctoral students and serves as a Senior Associate Editor of the International Journal of Logistics Management.

• Logistics and Operations Management
• Supply Chain Resilience
• Sustainable and Circular Supply Chains
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Professor Mohamed Naim is a distinguished academic at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, where he holds the position of Professor in Logistics and Operations Management. He has served in several leadership roles, including former Head of the Logistics and Operations Management Section and former Deputy Dean at the Business School. He was also the founding director of the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems at Cardiff (CAMSAC). He is actively engaged in high-impact research and industrial collaboration, currently leading a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Tower Cold Chain Solutions Ltd. and contributing to major research programs such as ASTUTE, ASTUTE2020, and AFAIR. His research interests center on the development of business systems engineering approaches to resilient supply chains, with a focus on sustainability, circularity, and flexibility in lean and agile systems. He has made significant contributions to supply chain dynamics, particularly in engineer-to-order (ETO) sectors such as construction and shipbuilding. His recent work explores digital transformation in logistics, including 5G-enabled smart ports, building information modelling (BIM), and AI-driven decision-making. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, integrating operations management with healthcare (trauma systems), digital technologies, and sustainable industrial practices. His work frequently employs system dynamics, simulation, and empirical case studies to address complex supply chain challenges. Scientific Awards: Institution of Electrical Engineers' Manufacturing Division Premium (1996) Royal Academy of Engineering Global Research Award (2003) Professor Naim is actively involved in research supervision and has contributed to two Research Excellence Framework (REF2021) impact cases on innovative procurement and financially sustainable supply chains. He is a founding member of the Logistics Systems Dynamics Group (LSDG) and has led and co-directed multiple large-scale research initiatives. His work is characterized by strong industry engagement, particularly through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and collaborations with public sector bodies like the Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO). Research Centers and Teams: Logistics and Operations Management Section, Cardiff Business School Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems at Cardiff (CAMSAC) Logistics Systems Dynamics Group (LSDG) ASTUTE / ASTUTE2020 / ASTUTE East programmes AFAIR project (Expert Advisor)

Megan J. Eliasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food History
• Cultural History
• Gender History
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Megan J. Elias is an Associate Professor of the Practice and Director of the Food Studies Program at Boston University. She holds a PhD from the City University of New York (CUNY), an MA from San Francisco State University, and a BA from Cornell University. Her research explores the intersection of food, culture, and history, with a focus on food writing, markets, home economics, and gender. Dr. Elias is the author of seven books, including *Food on the Page: Cookbooks and American Culture* (2017) and *Food in the United States, 1890–1945* (2009), which received the American Library Association’s Outstanding Academic Text award. She serves as editor-in-chief of *Food, Culture & Society* and has been a co-recipient of multiple National Endowment for the Humanities grants. Elias teaches courses such as *History of Food*, *Introduction to Gastronomy*, and *Food and Gender*, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Her work bridges historical analysis with public engagement, including contributions to Sundance Channel’s *Love/Lust* series and collaborations on museum podcasts like the *Making Objects Speech* project. Her research interests span business history, cultural history, food technology, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. In grants and fellowships, she secured $350,000 as Lead Faculty Mentor for the *Bridging Historias* program and a $74,937 NEH grant for the *Foodways and Humanities Project*. Her awards include the CUNY Chancellor’s Fellowship (2014) and the Culinary Historians of New York Amelia Scholars Grant (2007). She actively mentors faculty and curricular development, reflecting her commitment to academic innovation and educational equity.

• Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
• Food and Bioproducts Processing
• Bioprocessing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Colm O'Donnell is a Full Professor at the School of Biosystems and Food Engineering, University College Dublin (UCD). He leads the Food Quality and Processing Pillar at UCD's Institute of Food & Health and has held roles including Head of the School and Vice-Principal for Teaching & Learning in the College of Engineering & Architecture. His research focuses on Process Analytical Technology (PAT), bioprocessing, and dairy technology, with emphasis on spectroscopy, bioactive compound extraction, and food safety. He coordinates EU-funded projects like DiTECT and FreshProof, and leads the UCD team in the Dairy Processing Technology Centre (DPTC). O'Donnell is a Fellow of the Irish Academy of Engineering and has been recognized as a Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher. Education: BE and PhD from University College Dublin, Chartered Engineer (CEng). Research Interests: PAT for food/bioproducts, dairy processing innovations, and bioactive extraction from seaweeds. His group develops non-destructive technologies like NIR-HSI and acoustic sensors for real-time quality monitoring in food production. Grants: Over 40 grants including EU Horizon 2020, Marie Sklodowska-Curie, and industry partnerships. Recent projects include acoustic sensor development for milk protein concentrate (2020-2022) and seaweed biorefinery processes (2018-2023). Awards: Irish Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2022), EU Comett Fellowship, and editorial roles at International Journal of Food Properties and Food Engineering Reviews . Labs/Teams: Leads the PAT-focused research group at UCD's Institute of Food & Health, collaborating with industry partners like DPTC and global academic networks.

Gopalan Balachandranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global History
• Economic History
• Colonialism and Decolonization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gopalan Balachandran is a Professor of International History and Politics at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, where he also serves as Co-Director of the Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy. He joined the Institute in 2000 from the Delhi School of Economics. Balachandran holds a Master's and MPhil in International Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, and a PhD in Economic History from the University of London. His research focuses on South Asia and the Indian Ocean within global contexts, examining labor, capital, entrepreneurship, and development. Key themes include colonialism, decolonization, and their contemporary legacies. Current research emphasizes commercial cultures in the Indian Ocean and Atlantic worlds. He supervises studies on modern South Asian history, cultural/intellectual history, and oceanic history. Thematic expertise spans central banking, emerging economies, globalization, and diaspora studies. Geographically, he specialises in India and broader Asian regions. His publications include seminal works like John Bullion’s Empire (1996) and India and the World Economy, 1850-1950 (2003). As Managing Editor of the Indian Economic and Social History Review , he contributes to academic discourse on economic historiography.

Carol Verheecke-Vaessenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Applied Molecular Mycology
• Mycotoxin Research
• Food Safety
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Carol Verheecke-Vaessen is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Molecular Mycology at Cranfield University, affiliated with the Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences and the Applied Mycology Group under the Environment and Agrifood theme. She leads the Food Safety module in the MSc Food Systems & Management program and is the Director of the Mycotoxin Training Hub, developing industry-focused training and research initiatives globally. Education: PhD in Mycotoxin Research, Federal University of Toulouse, France (2014) Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Cranfield University (2021) Her research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of mycotoxin production in fungi under environmental stress, particularly climate change. She develops holistic solutions from farm to fork for managing mycotoxin risks, including biocontrol agents, decision support systems, and food waste valorization. Her work spans agrifood chain contamination assessment using advanced molecular and analytical techniques. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in climate change impact on mycotoxin dynamics, real-time detection methods (e.g., CO2 monitoring, spectroscopy), biocontrol strategies in coffee and cereals, and innovative pretreatment techniques for mycotoxin analysis. Her studies often involve interdisciplinary collaborations across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Scientific Awards: Best Innovative PhD Award, Federal University of Toulouse (2015) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) She actively supervises PhD and MSc students and has secured funding from Research England, Innovate UK, and BBSRC. She is co-leading the development of the Magan Centre of Applied Mycology and contributes to the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-chain (ACES). Her research projects include Oats for the Future, NutriNuts, and Gender-equal mycotoxin training, emphasizing sustainable and equitable food systems. Laboratories and Research Teams: Applied Mycology Group, Cranfield University Mycotoxin Training Hub (Director) Magan Centre of Applied Mycology (Co-Lead) Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-chain (ACES) – Active Member

• Food Engineering
• Thermal Engineering
• Biophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thijs Defraeye is a Senior Scientist at Empa (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology) and Adjunct Professor at Dalhousie University. He holds a PhD in Building Physics from KU Leuven (2011) and a Master's in Civil Engineering (2006). His work focuses on optimizing food supply chains through multiphysics simulations and digital twins, addressing challenges in refrigerated transport, postharvest quality preservation, and energy-efficient food processing. He leads the SimBioSys group, developing solutions for perishable goods logistics and electrohydrodynamic technologies. Research interests include: Biophysics of food systems Digital twin applications in agriculture Electrohydrodynamic drying Thermal management in cold chains Sustainable food technologies Recent work emphasizes reducing food loss through physics-based modeling of refrigerated containers, ventilated packaging optimization, and scalable evaporative cooling systems. His studies bridge engineering principles with biological processes, aiming to enhance global food security and environmental sustainability.

• Supply Chain Management
• Social Sustainability
• Digital Transformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

VENKATESH Mani is an Associate Professor at Montpellier Business School, specializing in strategic supply chain management and operations. His research bridges digital transformation with social sustainability in emerging economies. University: Montpellier Business School Department: Operations, Information, & Decisions Academic Rank: Associate Professor Research Interests include: Social sustainability in supply chains Industry 4.0 digital capabilities Agri-food supply chain resilience Blockchain and digital twin applications Carbon neutrality strategies Recent Publications span topics from pandemic-related supply chain disruptions to data-driven sustainability frameworks, with a focus on empirical studies in Indian and cross-sector contexts. Scientific Awards : Erasmus scholarship (European Union) Teaching Areas cover logistics, operations management, analytics, and research methodology, reflecting his expertise in modern supply chain dynamics.

Amit Moreyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Safety
• Poultry Science
• Meat Quality Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amit Morey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Poultry Science at Auburn University's College of Agriculture. His research focuses on food safety, poultry meat quality, and advanced sensing technologies. He leads projects involving biosensor development, microbial pathogen detection, and spoilage prediction using machine learning and spectral imaging. His work bridges laboratory innovations with industry applications, addressing challenges in poultry processing, packaging, and supply chain management. Education details are not explicitly listed, but his extensive publications suggest advanced training in food science, microbiology, and engineering. Research interests include antimicrobial biopolymer films, texture analysis of catfish and chicken fillets, and the application of functional ice in seafood preservation. He has pioneered methods for rapid Salmonella detection using microfluidics and fiber optics-based SERS sensors. Notable contributions include developing predictive models for spoilage using near-infrared spectroscopy and exploring cyclic temperature abuse impacts on poultry safety. His interdisciplinary approach integrates artificial intelligence with traditional food science techniques to enhance food safety and reduce waste. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his active publication record (over 100 papers from 2005–2025) indicates sustained research funding. He collaborates on projects addressing global food safety inequities, such as sensor-enabled decision support systems (SENS-D) for vulnerable communities. Lab activities include the Auburn Poultry Science Lab, focusing on meat quality assessment, microbial interventions, and smart packaging solutions. His work has direct industry impact, with applications in poultry processing plants and retail cold chain management.

• Metabolomics
• Analytical Chemistry
• Plant-Microbe Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rainer Schuhmacher is a Full Professor for Plant and Microbe Metabolomics at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), affiliated with the Department of Agricultural Sciences and the Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics in Tulln an der Donau. His research focuses on metabolomics, analytical chemistry, and plant-microbe interactions, with emphasis on fungal secondary metabolites, mycotoxin resistance, and environmental stress responses in crops. He leads projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), European Commission, and national agencies. Research interests span: Metabolomic profiling of plant-pathogen interactions (e.g., Fusarium -wheat systems) Stable isotope-assisted techniques for metabolic pathway analysis Cold stress mitigation in plants using Antarctic bacteria Development of computational tools for untargeted metabolomics data processing His work integrates analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, and molecular biology to study metabolic crosstalk in agricultural systems. Awards include the Fritz-Feigl-Preis (2012) and Dr.-Wolfgang-Houska-Preis (2005). He has supervised multiple PhD projects and leads the Plant-Microbe Metabolomics group, managing core metabolomics platforms and international collaborations. Key projects: Chemical crosstalk in mycoparasitic interactions (FWF) Metabolomics of cold stress tolerance mediated by psychrotolerant bacteria Extension of metabolomics platforms for plant-pathogen studies

• International Security
• Energy Security
• European Union Security Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Justyna Misiągiewicz is a Professor at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland, where she works in the Department of International Security within the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism. She received her professor title on October 1, 2024, following her habilitation in July 2022 with the thesis 'Energy Security Policy in the Caspian Region.' Her academic journey includes a PhD from 2007 on 'Turkey's foreign policy after the Cold War' and a Master's degree from 2002 on 'State sovereignty in the process of Poland's integration with the European Union.' Her research interests focus primarily on international security, with specializations in energy security (particularly in the Caspian region and EU contexts), Turkish foreign policy, EU security policy, and geopolitical dynamics in international relations. She has developed significant expertise in analyzing energy infrastructure, security frameworks, and regional cooperation mechanisms. Professor Misiągiewicz's scholarly output demonstrates a clear trend toward increasingly specialized research on energy security dynamics, with particular attention to the Caspian region's geopolitical significance, China's engagement with Caspian states, and EU energy security challenges. Her work bridges theoretical security studies with practical policy analysis, often examining how energy resources intersect with broader geopolitical competition and regional stability. Individual award from UMCS Rector for scientific achievement in 2024 Individual award from UMCS Rector for scientific achievement in 2022 Nagroda 'Homo Didacticus' for outstanding teaching (2021-2023) Recognition for significant contribution to political science discipline evaluation (2017-2021) Professor Misiągiewicz actively contributes to academic life through her membership on the Council of the Social Sciences Doctoral School at UMCS, participation in accreditation processes for the 'National Security' program, and service on the Scientific Committee of energy security conferences. She maintains international collaborations with Jilin University in China (where she served as Visiting Professor) and Middle East Technical University in Ankara, reflecting her transnational research approach to security studies.

Jonathan Regehrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transportation Information Systems
• Freight Transportation
• Railway Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Regehr is Professor and Associate Head (Undergraduate) in Civil Engineering at University of Manitoba's Price Faculty of Engineering. He holds BSc and PhD degrees in Civil Engineering from University of Manitoba. His research examines transportation information systems, freight logistics, railway operations, and road safety. As Co-Director of Urban Mobility and Transportation Informatics Group, he collaborates with government and industry partners to develop data-driven solutions for transportation policy challenges. Recent publications focus on freight system resilience, rail corrugation management, and traffic monitoring innovations. His work frequently addresses cold-region transportation challenges and has been recognized with nominations for Transportation Research Board awards. Professor Regehr serves as Vice-President of Heavy Vehicle Transport and Technology Forum and actively contributes to transportation policy development through committee leadership.

Jessica DiCarloمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human Geography
• Political Ecology
• Development Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jessica DiCarlo is an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah in the School of Environment, Society & Sustainability , with additional affiliations in Environmental Humanities and Asian Studies . A human geographer and political ecologist, her work focuses on global China , infrastructure politics , and resource governance , supported by her 2023-24 Wilson China Fellowship and 2023-25 Public Intellectual Program Fellowship . PhD in Geography (University of Colorado Boulder, 2021) MA in Development Studies (University of California Berkeley, 2016) BA in International Studies & Political Science (Pepperdine University, 2008) Her research explores China's geopolitical influence through infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia , Laos , and the Himalaya , analyzing how critical minerals and energy transitions intersect with local livelihoods. Recent publications examine polyalignment strategies in Nepal and commodity fetishism in Southeast Asian railways. She co-edited The Rise of the Infrastructure State (Bristol University Press, 2022). Dr. DiCarlo serves on the editorial boards of The People’s Map of Global China and Global China Pulse , and co-founded the Second Cold War Observatory . Awards include the Outstanding Mentor and Advisor Award (University of Utah, 2024) and P.E.O. Scholar Award (2020). She teaches courses on political ecology , global China , and environment-society dynamics , with fieldwork experience in Tibet , China , and Nepal .

Luis Cisneros-Zevallosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Postharvest Technology
• Food Safety
• Nanotechnology in Agriculture
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luis Cisneros-Zevallos is a Professor in the Department of Horticultural Sciences at Texas A&M University's College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. He earned his B.S.E. in Food Industries Engineering from National Agrarian University - La Molina (Peru), followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Food Science from University of California, Davis. His research focuses on postharvest technology, food safety, and nanotechnology applications in agriculture. Research interests include developing nanoencapsulation techniques for antimicrobial agents, creating superhydrophobic coatings to prevent bacterial contamination, and enhancing produce shelf-life through nanotechnology. His work integrates phytochemical analysis with food engineering solutions to reduce agricultural waste and improve food safety from harvest to consumption. Dr. Cisneros-Zevallos has made significant contributions in understanding pathogen behavior in fresh produce, developing edible nanocoatings, and advancing integrated pest management strategies. His recent work explores synergistic combinations of essential oils and plasma technologies for food sanitization.

Hossein Zolfaghariniaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainable Operations Management
• Collaborative Transportation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hossein Zolfagharinia is an Associate Professor in the Department of Global Management Studies at the Ted Rogers School of Management, Toronto Metropolitan University. He holds a PhD in Operations and Supply Chain Management from Wilfrid Laurier University and has a strong academic and professional background in Industrial Engineering and logistics. BSc in Industrial Engineering MSc in Industrial Engineering PhD in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Wilfrid Laurier University His research focuses on Supply Chain Management, Sustainable Operations, Collaborative Transportation, and Green Product Development . He applies advanced operations research and optimization techniques to real-world logistics and sustainability challenges across industries such as trucking, maritime, healthcare, and reverse logistics. His work emphasizes environmental performance, regulatory impacts, and operational resilience. The recent publications reveal a strong trend in integrating sustainability into transportation and supply chain systems, with a focus on green trucking, carbon reduction, healthcare logistics, and reverse supply chains. His methodological expertise lies in robust optimization, scenario-based modeling, and handling uncertainty in dynamic environments. Dean's Scholarly, Research, and Creative Activity Award (2017) TRSM Research Recognition Awards (2018, 2020) Best Paper Award at ASAC (2019) Best Paper Award at RAMS Conference (2020) TRSM Outstanding Research Recognition Funding Awards (seven times) Nominated for CAGS/ProQuest-UMI Distinguished Dissertation (2016) OCE Research Award (2015) Dr. Zolfagharinia has successfully secured over $500,000 in research funding from major agencies including NSERC, SSHRC, FedDev Ontario, and Ontario Centres of Excellence . His grants support innovative work in sustainable logistics, healthcare operations, and supply chain resilience. He has supervised research projects involving PhD students and postdoctoral researchers and has collaborated extensively with industry partners in trucking, logistics, and maritime sectors. He is actively involved in academic and professional communities, presenting at conferences such as INFORMS, DSI, CORS, and ASAC. He also contributes to scholarly discourse through editorial roles, including co-editing a book and authoring a book chapter on facilities location.