جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christa Searleمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainability
• Logistics
• Operational Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christa Searle is an Assistant Professor in Business Analytics at Heriot-Watt University's School of Social Sciences and Edinburgh Business School. She joined in 2021 and serves as Programme Director for the MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy. Her research focuses on sustainability, logistics, and human behavior, employing operational research, agent-based simulation, and data analytics. She holds an extraordinary senior lecturer position at Stellenbosch University, where she earned her PhD in Industrial Engineering (2019). Her work addresses challenges like hydrogen refuelling infrastructure design, supply chain optimization, and modeling complex systems such as tuberculosis spread in informal settlements. Key projects include the ATHENA framework for hydrogen infrastructure analysis and Agent-Based Modeling of forced migration and consumer behavior. Christa has been recognized with awards including the Tom Rozwadowski Medal (2022) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA, 2023). She actively participates in conferences and workshops, such as the 53rd Annual Conference of the Operations Research Society of South Africa (2024) and the Sustainable Road Freight Workshop (2023). She contributes to research groups like the Centre for Logistics & Sustainability and the FeMe Network. Her teaching emphasizes authentic, industry-engaged assessments and spans business and data analytics. Current research collaborations explore decarbonizing freight transport and SDG-aligned solutions, reflecting her commitment to practical sustainability outcomes.

• Food Safety
• Meat Technology
• Food Waste Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nataša Kilibarda serves as Professor at Singidunum University's Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management in Belgrade, Serbia. Her academic career spans over two decades with specialized expertise in food safety, meat technology, and sustainable food systems. She holds doctoral qualifications in Food Hygiene and Technology from the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Her research focuses on critical food industry challenges including food waste reduction, pandemic-era food safety protocols, sustainable meat production, and hospitality sector food handling practices. Kilibarda's work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, particularly in Serbian and Balkan contexts. Her recent publications demonstrate growing emphasis on sustainable food systems, biogas production from organic waste, and the intersection of tourism with traditional food quality. Her 15 most recent publications reveal consistent contributions to food safety literature with particular expertise in: Meat technology and quality control Microbiological safety of processed foods Food waste management strategies Pandemic impact on food systems Sustainable resource utilization Kilibarda maintains active collaboration with Serbian food industry stakeholders and contributes to national food safety standards development. Her work appears in prominent regional journals including Meat Technology, Journal of Food and Nutrition Research, and Tehnologija mesa.

Allan Englishمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Military History
• Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Culture and Leadership
• Veteran and Family Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Allan English, a Professor at Queen's University, is a leading scholar in Canadian military history and culture. With a PhD from Queen's (1994) and an MA in War Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) (1987), he brings 25 years of Royal Canadian Air Force and CAF service as an air navigator and educator to his academic work. Military history, culture, and leadership Veteran and family health Human behavior in war Air warfare analysis His research critically examines CAF transformation initiatives, leadership paradigms, and cultural competency in military contexts. A 2015 Queen’s University Award recognized his graduate supervision excellence. Recent publications analyze sexual misconduct crises, doctrinal evolution, and ethical dissonance, reflecting his commitment to improving CAF institutional integrity. Teaching courses like The Human Dimension of War and Canada at War , English bridges historical analysis with contemporary military challenges. His work emphasizes the need for nuanced understanding of military culture and its impact on operational effectiveness and personnel well-being.

• Supply Chain Management
• Digital Supply Chains
• Sustainable Logistics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Aseem Kinra is a Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, Heriot-Watt University, United Kingdom. He is actively involved in research and supervision, currently accepting PhD students for projects focused on digital transformation and sustainability in global supply chains. His research interests lie at the intersection of digital technologies and sustainable operations, particularly in supply chain management. He investigates how digital objects, blockchain, and data-driven technologies can enable transformative change toward net-zero and regenerative supply systems. His work emphasizes decision-making, resilience, transparency, and stakeholder engagement in complex logistics environments. The recent trends in his publications reflect a strong focus on digital supply chains, sustainability transitions, and technological innovation. His research spans topics such as blockchain for trust in food supply chains, digital twins for maritime logistics, bibliometric analysis of data-driven technologies, and sustainability in humanitarian and circular supply chains. These works collectively demonstrate a commitment to leveraging digital transformation for environmental and social impact. While no specific scientific awards are mentioned, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals and conference proceedings indicates significant scholarly contribution. He has supervised or collaborated on numerous research projects, as evidenced by his co-authored works and editorial roles, including serving as a co-editor for conference proceedings. His research is aligned with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to sustainable industries, responsible consumption, climate action, and innovation. Aseem Kinra is engaged in collaborative research across international boundaries, with recent work involving partners in Europe and beyond. His projects often involve qualitative and quantitative analysis of organizational practices, policy frameworks, and technological adoption, aiming to generate actionable insights for both industry and policymakers.

Saeed Reza Mohandesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Construction Project Management
• Artificial Intelligence in Construction
• Sustainable Construction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Saeed Reza Mohandes is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Management Department at the University of Manchester , specializing in Construction Project Management with a focus on AI-based techniques and Digital Twin technology. His academic journey includes a Doctor of Engineering from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) , M.Sc. in Construction Technology from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) , and B.Eng. in Technical Design from Islamic Azad University (IAU) . Education: Ph.D. in Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, 2020 M.Sc. in Construction Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2014 B.Eng. in Technical Design, Islamic Azad University, 2010 His research leverages deep learning, fuzzy logic, and IoT to advance Construction Safety , Green Construction , and Infrastructure Management , aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Recent publications examine Digital Twin for net-zero buildings, blockchain in sustainable procurement, and UAVs for safety management. Scientific Awards : Best Paper Award, International Conference on Circular Economy (2023) Editorial Roles : Associate Editor, Guest Editor, and Reviewer for leading journals in construction and AI

• Energy systems transitions
• Urban energy systems
• Rural electrification
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Erik Ahlgren is Professor of Energy Technology at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. His research centres on energy-system transitions across scales, integrating techno-economic and systems-dynamics modelling to address urban and rural energy challenges in both Nordic and East African contexts. Research focus Energy-system transitions connecting technology, economy and environment Urban energy systems and sector coupling Rural electrification and mini-grid planning in East Africa District heating and cooling futures Clean cooking with biogas He leads or co-leads 25 projects funded by the Swedish Energy Agency, Swedish Research Council (VR), SIDA, the EU and other bodies, and collaborates closely with Addis Ababa University, University of Rwanda and Eduardo Mondlane University. Teaching & outreach Responsible for the public digital evening course Climate – the science, measures and policy . Grants & projects Buildings in the integrated energy system (2024–2028, Swedish Energy Agency) A multiperspective analysis of cost-efficient batteries in rural mini-grids (2023–2026, VR) PhD Programme in Electrical Power and Control Engineering with Addis Ababa University (2018–2025, SIDA) BREEMRES – research training partnership programme (2018–2025, SIDA) Flexibility for Smart Urban Energy Systems (FlexSUS, 2019–2024) Collaborations & networks Active in international consortia including the Strategic Research Centre for 4th Generation District Heating (4DH), FutureGas, and numerous East African capacity-building initiatives.

Feng Chenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Operations Management
• Process Analysis
• Supply Chain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Feng Chen is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, affiliated with the Department of Data Sciences and Operations. She teaches courses in operations management and data analytics for decision-making, with a Ph.D. in Business Administration from USC. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration from University of Southern California Her research focuses on process analysis , supply chain analytics , and behavioral operations decision-making . She has designed and instructed advanced courses on business analytics, statistics, and operations optimization. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in atmospheric data assimilation , satellite meteorology , and weather system modeling . Key methodologies include multi-sensor integration, cloud-dependent observation-error modeling, and numerical prediction systems for tropical weather phenomena. Contact: fchen@marshall.usc.edu | Phone: 213-740-6319

Michelle Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Food Systems
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Regional Planning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michelle Miller is a practicing economic anthropologist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems, focusing on participatory action research in food systems. Her work bridges regional markets, climate adaptation, and agricultural logistics. PhD in landscape architecture with emphasis on regional planning and restorative ecology from UW-Madison MS in sustainable development from the Nelson Institute, UW-Madison Her research explores food systems , sustainable agriculture , and supply chain logistics , with recent articles analyzing network centrality in food distribution, climate resilience strategies, and geospatial knowledge graphs for smart foodsheds. Current projects include Tribal Food Sovereignty, smart foodsheds with AI, and Grassland 2.0 for agroecological transformation. Notable scientific awards include the Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Award (2005, 2003) and the 2011 Wisconsin Idea Award. She has guest lectured at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and UW-Madison, covering systems thinking, food policy, and resilience.

Katy Grahamمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Quality
• WASH (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katy Graham is an Assistant Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, within the College of Engineering. She joined Georgia Tech in 2023 after completing a President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship there. Her academic background includes a PhD and MS in Environmental Engineering and Science from Stanford University (2015–2021) and a BSE in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2015). Her research focuses on microbial water quality, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), public health risk assessment, and environmental virology. Her lab employs molecular biology, microbiology, and modeling tools to address water-related health challenges globally. Key research themes include pathogen fate and transport in built/natural environments, wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE), and green stormwater infrastructure efficacy. In 2023, her team received a $2.1M EPA grant to study pathogens and disinfection byproducts in drinking water distribution systems. She leads the WatCH (Water, Climate, and Health) lab at Georgia Tech and collaborates on projects like fecal source tracking and cold-chain-free nucleic acid preservation for wastewater surveillance. Dr. Graham has contributed to high-profile studies on SARS-CoV-2 persistence in wastewater, viral adsorption to sampling tools, and the development of novel microbial source tracking markers such as Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus genes.

• Supply Chain Management
• Industry 4.0/5.0 Applications
• Supply Chain Resilience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abhijeet Ghadge is an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management and Co-Director of the Open Programme in Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University. He holds a PhD from Loughborough University and degrees from IIT Kharagpur and Aeronautical Society of India. His research focuses on Industry 4.0/5.0 applications, supply chain resilience, and digital transformation in logistics. He has published extensively in journals like IJOPM, IJPE, and SCMIJ, and actively collaborates with industry leaders such as Rolls-Royce and DHL. Education: PhD in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Loughborough University MTech in Industrial Engineering and Management, IIT Kharagpur BEng in Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Society of India Research interests emphasize digital twin implementation, blockchain in food and pharmaceutical supply chains, and climate change impact mitigation. He serves on editorial boards of journals like International Journal of Logistics Management and Computers & Industrial Engineering, and advises organizations like the Logistics Research Network and UK Critical Imports Council. Recent projects include an Innovate UK-funded IoT-Blockchain platform for maritime shipping and a study on post-Brexit supply chain strategies. His work addresses critical risks like cybersecurity, counterfeit goods, and pandemic disruptions. Awards include Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy and membership in CILT (UK). Grants and collaborations total over £1.5M, with interdisciplinary projects involving SMEs and global firms. His advisory role in the Critical Imports Council underscores his leadership in national supply chain resilience initiatives. Labs/Teams: Leads research in Cranfield’s Centre for Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management, focusing on resilience, Industry 4.0 integration, and sustainable practices.

• Cryogenics
• Heat Transfer
• Thermal Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. S. Vanapalli is an Associate Professor in the Energy Materials Systems department at the University of Twente, specializing in cryogenics, heat transfer, and microcooling technologies. With over 920 Scopus citations and a 16 h-index, their research focuses on cryogenic systems, phase change materials, and thermal management solutions for biomedical and industrial applications. Research Highlights: Developed cryogen-free snap-freezing devices for tissue preservation Innovated gas-gap heat switches for thermal control systems Investigated Leidenfrost dynamics in liquid nitrogen and dry ice systems Optimized microchannel cooling architectures with isotropically etched pillars Explored additive manufacturing applications in cryogenic components Scientific Impact: Vanapalli's recent work spans cryogenic cold chain logistics, direct-contact freeze concentration, and sublimation temperature modeling. Their research bridges fundamental thermodynamic studies with practical applications in pharmaceuticals and precision oncology, with recent emphasis on eliminating sacrificial cryogens in biomedical freezing protocols.

• Transportation Systems
• Traffic Engineering
• Logistics Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chiara Colombaroni is a Researcher (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato di Tipo A) at the Department of Civil, Building and Environmental Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome, within the Faculty of Civil and Industrial Engineering. She holds a PhD in Infrastructures and Transportation from Sapienza (2011) and Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Transportation Systems Engineering (2006 and 2003). Colombaroni specializes in transportation engineering, with a focus on traffic modeling, logistics optimization, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). She has led and contributed to numerous national and international projects, including research on container operations, road safety, and smart mobility solutions through initiatives like ITS Italia 2020. Her work integrates advanced methodologies like machine learning, big data analysis, and simulation-optimization techniques to address urban mobility challenges. She teaches courses such as Programming for Transport Systems and Freight Transport and Logistics at Sapienza, and supervises doctoral research in transportation systems. Her research outputs span over 17 indexed publications, with an H-index of 8 and impactful contributions to journals like Transportation Research Part C and IET Intelligent Transport Systems. Education: PhD in Infrastructures and Transportation, Sapienza University (2011) MSc in Transportation Systems Engineering, Sapienza University (2006) BSc in Transportation Engineering, Sapienza University (2003) Research Focus: Urban traffic simulation and optimization Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) Logistics and supply chain optimization Big data applications in transportation Electric vehicle integration and sustainable mobility Recent Trends in Articles: Her recent work emphasizes leveraging machine learning for traffic pattern analysis, optimizing urban logistics with electric vehicles, and integrating IoT for waste management. Projects like the ‘Two-Echelon Electric Vehicle Routing Problem’ and ‘Industry 4.0 in Waste Management’ highlight her focus on sustainable and tech-driven solutions. She also explores post-COVID mobility trends and smart city infrastructure design. Grants & Projects: Coordinated the Qatar Strategic Transport Model Update project (2017–present) Contributed to the EU-funded MULTITUDE project on traffic simulation validation (2010–2013) Participated in the ‘PASSIAMO’ project for smart mobility in Lazio (POR FESR 2014–2020) Labs/Teams: Member of the Sapienza Transport and Logistics Research Center (CTL) Collaborated with institutions like CNIT, ENEA, and international partners (e.g., University of South California)

• Postharvest Biology
• Food Quality Assessment
• Food Safety
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. M. Carmen Alamar is a Senior Lecturer in Postharvest Biology at Cranfield University's Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences. She holds a PhD in Food Technology from Polytechnic University of Valencia (2007) and has maintained continuous academic-industrial collaborations with USDA, Unilever, and Zespri. Key research areas: Postharvest Biology, Food Quality Assessment, Food Safety, Non-Destructive Technologies Research themes: Postharvest technology implementation Plant physiology and biochemistry under storage Chemometric analysis of quality markers Dormancy gene identification Transcriptomic understanding of plant senescence Recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to: potato dormancy regulation, mango ripening prediction models, citrus postharvest biomarkers, metallurgical site remediation, and food loss reduction strategies. Supervises MSc and PhD students in sustainable food systems. Scientific awards: Postgraduate Fellowship (Rank 1st) by Spanish Research and Food Technology Department (2009)

Bradley Marksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Safety Engineering
• Microbial Inactivation Modeling
• Thermal Processing Validation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bradley P. Marks, P.E., is a Professor of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU) with a dual appointment in Food Science and Human Nutrition. As Chairperson of the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering in the College of Engineering, he leads research in food safety engineering, focusing on microbial inactivation modeling and process validation for ready-to-eat foods. His work spans low-moisture foods, meat/poultry, and fresh produce, and has secured over $20M in federal and industry grants. Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, Purdue University (1993) M.S. in Agricultural Engineering, Purdue University (1992) B.S. in Biosystems Engineering, Michigan State University (1989) Dr. Marks’ research encompasses: Thermal inactivation modeling for Salmonella and other pathogens Predictive microbiology uncertainty quantification Low-energy x-ray irradiation for food pasteurization Bacterial transfer/transport modeling in fresh-cut produce Thermal process validation for meat, poultry, and nut products Recent publications analyze Salmonella inactivation trends across food matrices and storage conditions. Awards include the MSU William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award (2017), multiple Withrow Teaching Awards (2002-2018), and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (1989). He served as Biosystems Engineering Undergraduate Program Coordinator for 13 years, guiding ABET accreditation cycles. Scientific Awards: ASABE A.W. Farrall Young Educator Award (2006) CIC Academic Leadership Program Fellow (2013-2014) 20+ industry and academic partnership awards MSU Food Fellow

Shahar Hameiriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• State transformation
• Global and regional governance
• Security governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Shahar Hameiri is a political economist at the School of Political Science and International Studies , University of Queensland , focusing on Asia-Pacific statehood, governance, and political agency. His work examines rising powers (especially China), global health politics, security governance, and Australian foreign policy, with a current ARC Future Fellowship (2021-26) on development financing competition. Research Interests : State transformation, non-traditional security, regulatory regionalism, pandemic governance, and geopolitical dynamics. Awards : Australian Research Council Future Fellowship, Research Fellow of the Second Cold War Observatory. Publications : Over 64 works including recent books The Locked-Up Country (2023) and Fractured China (2021). Supervision : Available for PhD supervision, currently advising projects on China’s geopolitical impact, statebuilding in Southeast Asia, and investment de-risking. Media Engagement : Regular contributor to analysis on Asian security, Australian foreign policy, and pandemic politics.