Ivan Sanchez-Diaz is an Associate Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Service Management and Logistics. He contributes to research networks like Northern LEAD and the Urban Freight Platform, focusing on sustainable urban logistics solutions. Chalmers University of Technology Department of Service Management and Logistics Northern LEAD Urban Freight Platform His research spans urban freight systems, smart logistics, and sustainable transportation. Key themes include freight trip generation models, equity in last-mile delivery, and integrating machine learning for electric vehicle routing. Keywords : Urban Freight, Sustainability, Data Analytics, Smart Cities, Equity, Electric Vehicle Routing. Recent publications analyze eco-efficiency in container repositioning, dynamic freight parking limits, and equity in transportation. Articles highlight policy design, stakeholder collaboration, and technological innovations like AI-driven logistics. Notable projects include POTUS (2024–2027) on urban freight potential for 15-minute cities and E-Laas (2023–2026) exploring energy-optimal logistics. Funding sources include VINNOVA , VREF , and the Swedish Energy Agency .
Michael Putty is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan Dearborn, within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. His expertise spans MEMS, semiconductor devices, and controls engineering, informed by over 25 years in industry roles at General Motors Research Labs and Eaton Corporation, where he developed micromachined sensors and vehicle control systems. BSEE (1983), University of Michigan Ann Arbor MSEE (1989), University of Michigan Ann Arbor Ph.D. EE (1995), University of Michigan Ann Arbor Dr. Putty’s research focuses on MEMS sensor design, semiconductor fabrication, and electroforming techniques. His work includes advancements in micromachined ring gyroscopes, resonant microstructures, and nickel microstructure characterization. His publications highlight trends in MEMS fabrication, sensor dynamics, and material processing, with notable collaborations in polysilicon and single-crystal silicon microstructures. No scientific awards or advisees are documented in the provided materials.
Pablo Giménez Font es Profesor en el Departamento de Análisis Geográfico Regional y Geografía Física de la Universidad de Alicante, y Secretario del Instituto Interuniversitario de Geografía. Su labor académica incluye la docencia en grados y postgrados de Geografía, Historia y Biología, con especialización en Geografía Histórica y Biogeografía. Doctorado en Geografía (2006), Universidad de Alicante Coordinador del Máster Oficial en Planificación y Gestión de Riesgos Naturales Su investigación se centra en: Reconstrucción de usos del suelo en sociedades históricas Análisis de hábitats de especies vegetales y animales Estudio de riesgos naturales en sistemas fluviales Transformación de paisajes mediterráneos Las publicaciones recientes reflejan tendencias en: Biogeografía de especies amenazadas (Helianthemum caput-felis, Genista longipes) Análisis de riesgos hidrológicos en ramblas Reconstrucción histórica de inundaciones Cartografía de infraestructuras hidráulicas Aplicación de TIG a paisajes históricos Monitoreo de especies endémicas Ha participado en proyectos de investigación con administraciones públicas y empresas privadas, enfocados en: Conservación de flora endémica Inventario de patrimonio natural Previsión de riesgos geomorfológicos Su labor profesional incluye asesoría técnica en: Declaraciones de impacto ambiental Geomorfología del Castillo de Monóvar Valores culturales del Museo Municipal de Villajoyosa
Galen Murton is an Associate Professor in the Geography Program at the School of Integrated Science & Engineering , James Madison University. His research focuses on the politics of international development with particular attention to infrastructure development in the Himalayan borderlands between Tibet and Nepal. Education : PhD in Geography (University of Colorado Boulder), MA in International Relations (Fletcher School, Tufts), BA in Religion (Middlebury College) Professor Murton's work examines: Critical Geopolitics of China's Belt and Road Initiative Political Geographies of infrastructure in post-disaster contexts Trans-Himalayan Corridors and border dynamics Neoliberal Governmentality in road development Development Zones as geopolitical tools Critical Cartography of global infrastructure networks His recent publications analyze infrastructure's role in: Reproducing social hierarchies through mobility State formation via border infrastructure Geopolitical transformations in the Himalayas Post-disaster reconstruction politics Chinese investment in South Asia Labor dynamics in road construction
Jose Antonio Sanchez Espigares is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Statistics and Operations Research at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics. He is a member of the ADBD research group (Analysis of Complex Data for Business Decisions) and has a long-standing record of research and teaching in applied statistics and data science. His research interests include: Statistical Modeling and Mixed-Effects Models Computer-Intensive Methods and Bootstrapping Environmental and Public Health Applications Urban Mobility and Transportation Analytics Business Decision Support Systems Food and Agricultural Engineering Statistics His recent publications reflect a strong trend in applying advanced statistical techniques to real-world problems, particularly in urban sustainability, environmental monitoring, and public health. He frequently collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving soil science, epidemiology, and transportation systems. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Ajuts per al finançament de projectes per a la millora de la qualitat docent a les universitats de Catalunya (2002) Mejora del rendimiento académico de la asignatura Estadística 2 en la Facultad de Informática de Barcelona He has advised doctoral students, including Alexandra Piedad Cortez Ordoñez, and has participated in multiple competitive R&D+i projects. His work often involves collaboration with researchers in environmental engineering, computer science, and public health. While no dedicated lab is explicitly mentioned, his involvement in research groups like ADBD and LIAM indicates active participation in collaborative data science and modeling teams.
Captain Sriram Rajagopal is an award-winning Lecturer at Solent University's Warsash Maritime School , with over 30 years of experience in the maritime industry. A former Master Mariner, he served 17 years sailing globally with Barber Ship Management before transitioning to shore-based roles with Anglo Eastern Ship Management, including QHSE training and safety auditing. He has taught maritime professionals worldwide since 2005. Education: MA (London), Master Mariner certification Research Focus: Maritime safety, bulk carrier operations, cargo handling, digital transformation in shipping, and regulatory compliance Leadership: Principal Investigator for RIKE-funded FISID project, contributor to IMO Model Courses His research spans maritime safety protocols (2020 studies on bulk cargo monitoring), digital innovation (2021 big data analysis), and safety training (2022 papers on autonomous vessel transitions). He has co-authored publications in Marine Policy and Nautical Institute's journals. Scientific Contributions: 2024: Analysis of seafarer welfare during global crises 2023: Judicial interpretation of maritime collision regulations 2022: Maritime training innovations and cargo safety methodologies He leads MSc Shipping Operations and BSc Maritime Business programs, integrating industry insights into curriculum development. His work connects with the Warsash Maritime Technology and Innovation Research Group , focusing on sustainable shipping solutions.
Jason Monios is Professor of Maritime Logistics at Kedge Business School in Marseille, France. His research spans maritime transport systems (port evolution, hinterland integration, governance), intermodal transport (corridors, dry ports, terminal development), and sustainability (decarbonization, climate adaptation). Professional activities include editorial board memberships for Research in Transportation Business & Management and Journal of Transport Geography . His research has been cited in IPCC reports and recognized by Stanford/Elsevier rankings placing him in the top 2% of logistics researchers globally. Recent publications examine port governance under climate change, Mediterranean emission control areas, and electric vehicle adoption in freight transport. Teaching domains include Maritime Sustainability and Green Logistics.
Satya Sahoo is an Assistant Professor of Shipping Management and Finance at World Maritime University in Sweden. He specializes in teaching modules including Quantitative Methods and Market Analysis, Maritime Financial Management, and Derivatives & Risk Management for postgraduate, MBA, and executive programs. His research focuses on shipping finance, economic analysis of shipping markets, freight derivatives, and maritime asset management. Key themes include market dynamics, risk assessment methodologies, and economic modeling in maritime contexts. Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on shipping market economics, particularly empirical analyses of freight markets, port competition patterns, and innovative risk management approaches. His work frequently employs quantitative methods to model market behaviors.
Dr Emmanuel Daniel is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Sustainable Construction Management at the University of Wolverhampton , where he serves as Postgraduate Programme Leader for MSc Construction Project Management and Deputy Research Group Leader for Digital Construction . A Chartered Construction Manager and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy , his work bridges construction project management , modern methods of construction , and sustainable maritime sector development . PhD in Construction Management, Nottingham Trent University MSc in Construction Project Management (Distinction), Nottingham Trent University MSc in Construction Management, University of Lagos BSc in Building, University of Jos His research focuses on Offsite and Digital Construction , Lean Construction , Maritime Port Infrastructure , Health and Safety Management , and Workforce Capability Development . Recent publications highlight the convergence of digital technologies , sustainability , and climate resilience in construction, with a geographical emphasis on the UK and Nigeria. Scientific Awards : Senior Fellow Higher Education Academy (2022), Fellow Higher Education Academy (2018), Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (2015) Grants : Funded by Lloyds Register Foundation (2024-2026) for maritime digitalization, National Highways England , and British Council projects. Mentorship : Supervises PhD students in topics like Brownfield Regeneration , Net Zero Buildings , and Machine Learning Applications in the built environment.
Dr. Dan Andersson is an Associate Professor at Chalmers University of Technology , affiliated with the Supply and Operations Management department. His research spans logistics, transport, outsourcing, and global supply chains , with a focus on third-party logistics, purchasing of services, and autonomous freight systems . Current Projects : E-Laas (Energy optimal urban Logistics As A Service, 2023–2026), SCALE (2021–2024), AEOLIX (2016–2019) Past Projects : ELISTAFT (2020–2021), LogiNord (2010–2015), Urban Freight Plattform (2014–2016) His work intersects automation, sustainability, and risk management , particularly in autonomous truck loading/unloading and green logistics . Collaborations include the Swedish Energy Agency , VINNOVA , and European Commission .
Jie Zhang is a Researcher at the Atmospheric Sciences Research Center (ASRC) of the University at Albany, NY, with a focus on atmospheric chemistry and air quality. Holding a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences (2019) and MSc in Environmental Optics (2015), they lead the Atmospheric Chemistry and Air Quality (ACAQ) research group. PhD, University at Albany (2019) MSc, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2015) BS, Normal University (2012) Their research spans chemical processes of anthropogenic and biogenic emissions, utilizing mobile labs, ground networks, and satellite data to study aerosol dynamics, tropospheric ozone formation, and particulate matter cycles. Key areas include organics in haze , coastal pollution transport , and low-cost sensor networks . Recent publications (2022-2025) analyze heatwave impacts on aerosols, unconventional gas development pollution, and urban plume-marine breeze interactions. They serve as PI for grants from NYSERDA and US EPA on mobile lab measurements and community air quality networks.
Simon Nadeem is a Senior Lecturer in Operations and Supply Chain Management at the College of Business, Law and Social Sciences. His research focuses on sustainable supply chain practices, circular economy implementation, and operational resilience in diverse industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture. Collaborating with institutions globally, he explores how technology (e.g., IoT, blockchain) and frameworks like C-LEAN can improve supply chain sustainability and efficiency. His work emphasizes challenges in manufacturing SMEs, particularly in developing economies such as Ethiopia and Rwanda, addressing issues like traceability in food supply chains and vaccine logistics. He also investigates the impact of Industry 4.0 technologies and the role of resilient strategies during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and economic sanctions. Key research themes include circular economy adoption barriers, environmental performance measurement, and lean manufacturing integration. His studies often combine empirical analysis with bibliometric reviews to identify trends and gaps in sustainability research.
Bruno Rohou is an associate researcher at the François Viète Center, University of Western Brittany, Brest, France. His research focuses on maritime and port history, particularly the technological and socio-economic evolution of ports in Argentina and France. He holds a PhD in History (2018) from UBO, defending a thesis on modeling ports as complex technological systems. Key collaborations include the Argentine National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET) and institutions like the Universidad Nacional del Sur. His work integrates digital humanities methodologies, using data science tools such as Python to analyze historical port infrastructure and visualize trends. Recent studies include an analysis of South American port evolution (1880–1920) using digital tools, and comparative studies on dry dock design in military ports. He frequently presents at international conferences, such as the 7th International Colloquium on Port Heritage (2022) and the Venice-based conference on military area redevelopment (2021).
Thomas W. Kirchstetter serves as an Adjunct Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, and as the Scientific Division Director for the Energy Analysis and Environmental Impacts Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He also acts as the Chief Scientific Advisor to the Cyclotron Road Program, which focuses on turning scientific concepts into marketable products. With over 25 years of experience at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Kirchstetter maintains a dual role bridging academic research and national laboratory leadership. Dr. Kirchstetter's research spans several critical environmental areas, with primary focus on pollutant emissions and controls , climate and environmental impacts of transportation , pollutant measurement technologies and community monitoring , and atmospheric aerosol chemical & optical properties . His work has pioneered the development of small, low-cost black carbon sensors and community air quality networks, particularly through partnerships with the West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project and the Environmental Defense Fund. Kirchstetter's research includes quantifying emissions from diesel trucks, developing new air pollutant sensing technologies, and analyzing emissions from dry anaerobic digestion of municipal solid waste-to-energy facilities. His recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a strong focus on urban air quality monitoring, waste-to-energy systems, transportation emissions, and sensor technology development. These works demonstrate consistent application of high-resolution monitoring techniques to address environmental justice concerns, particularly in communities disproportionately affected by air pollution. His research group has made significant contributions to understanding black carbon distribution in urban environments and developing cost-effective monitoring solutions. American Chemical Society Editor's Choice award (2019) Top Environmental Technology Paper in Environmental Science & Technology award (2017) DOE Alexander Hollaender Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship (1998) 2016 R&D 100 Award: Cool Roof Time Machine Outstanding Mentor Award by the Department of Energy's Office of Science (2006) As an educator and mentor, Kirchstetter has advised numerous students including postdoctoral fellow Chelsea Preble, graduate student Julien Caubel, and undergraduate researchers Annie Rosen, Kelly Archer, Shannon Chang, and Carter Keeling. His research has been supported by various grants from the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, and California Energy Commission, focusing on air quality monitoring, emissions characterization, and sustainable waste management solutions. Kirchstetter's work bridges fundamental scientific research with practical applications that inform environmental policy and improve community health outcomes.
Nikos Nomikos is a Professor of Shipping Finance at Bayes Business School, City St George's, University of London. He serves as Academic Director of the Bayes Dubai Executive MBA Program and previously directed the MSc in Shipping, Trade and Finance. His expertise spans ship finance, risk management, and asset pricing for shipping and commodity markets. Professor Nomikos has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers and co-authored the seminal book "Shipping Derivatives and Risk Management". His research interests focus on quantitative approaches to shipping markets including ship valuation models, shipping indices development, freight derivative valuation, and sustainable finance applications. His work integrates big-data analytics to assess market dynamics and design risk management products. Professor Nomikos maintains strong industry connections through executive education and consultancy, having previously served as Head of Market Analytics at the Baltic Exchange where he developed shipping indices used as global pricing benchmarks. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and lectures on finance, economics, and risk management across MSc, MBA, and PhD programs. Honors and Awards: Wilmar Professorship at Singapore Management University (2013) 3rd Prize for Best Paper at European Energy Markets Conference (2012) Most Innovative Paper Prize at International Association of Maritime Economists Conference (2005)
