Jean-Marc Lambotte is a researcher at the University of Liège , affiliated with the Lepur (Research Center on the City, the Territory and the Rural Environment). His work focuses on territorial development , cross-border cooperation , and sustainable land use , particularly in the Greater Region (Luxembourg-Wallonia). Key research interests include: Reconciling No Net Land Take policies with housing affordability Reducing automobile dependency through strategic spatial planning Analyzing demographic and housing market dynamics in cross-border territories Implementing Transit-Oriented Development in metropolitan peripheries His recent publications examine territorial inequalities and policy harmonization challenges between Belgium and Luxembourg, with a focus on land use efficiency , transport infrastructure , and economic development . Active in policy advisory roles , Lambotte contributes to the Standing Conference on Territorial Development and the Center for Border Studies of the University of the Greater Region, providing scientific expertise for cross-border governance frameworks.
Rosie Robison is Professor of Social Sustainability at the Global Sustainability Institute (GSI) , part of Anglia Ruskin University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. Her work focuses on sustainable consumption patterns, policy interventions, and interdisciplinary collaboration to address energy, food, and transport sustainability. Leading interdisciplinary energy research since 2011 Co-leader of €5m Horizon 2020 SHARED GREEN DEAL (2022-2027) Previously co-led €2m SHAPE ENERGY project and £193k EPSRC Balance Network Expert in integrating social science approaches with technical disciplines Research Interests span sustainable consumption, consumer behavior, energy policy, psychosocial dynamics, and science communication. She explores how digital tools and therapeutic-inspired interventions can facilitate low-consumption lifestyles, linking consumption to wellbeing and mental health. Supervision & Teaching includes MSc Sustainability modules at GSI, guest lectures on consumer psychology, and external examinerships at institutions like the University of Cambridge and UCL. She mentors early-career researchers through programs like Energy-PIECES. Co-founder of Young Researchers in Mathematics conference Fellow of Higher Education Academy and Cambridge Philosophical Society Active media contributor (BBC, Cambridge TV) Notable Contributions : Co-edited open-access 'Advancing Energy Policy' collection (20k+ downloads), developed psychosocial frameworks for energy collaboration, and pioneered methods for integrating SSH research into EU energy policy.
Rui Wang serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban Planning within the School of Public Affairs at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His academic work centers on urban policy and planning with a specific regional focus on China and broader Asian contexts. He actively contributes to research on climate adaptation, transportation systems, and sustainable urban development while teaching graduate-level courses in transportation and environmental planning. Dr. Wang's research explores the critical intersection of urban development, environmental sustainability, and transportation in rapidly growing cities, particularly in China. His work investigates how land use patterns influence travel behavior and carbon emissions, examines policy responses to motorization and air pollution, and analyzes the health impacts of urban form. Key projects include studying California cities' climate policy adoption, bicycle-transit integration in U.S. cities, and urban gentrification in Beijing linked to factory removal, transit development, and the Olympics. A recurring theme addresses the tension between rapid motorization and sustainable transport solutions, with significant implications for air quality and public health. His publication record reveals a strong empirical focus on urban environmental challenges in China, characterized by rigorous analysis of transportation policy, land price structures, and household carbon emissions. The research frequently employs comparative policy analysis across regions and leverages data from Chinese cities to develop sustainable development strategies. Notable trends include examining local government commitment to climate actions, evaluating transportation mode costs, and investigating the relationship between urban form and environmental outcomes. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided documentation. Dr. Wang serves on the panel for the Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Project H-41 "Environmental Performance of Major Transit Projects" under the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies (2009). The available information does not specify any research grants he has secured or graduate students he advises, though he teaches UCLA graduate courses including Transportation and Environmental Issues, Introduction to Environmental Policy and Planning, Travel Behavior Analysis, and Advanced Spatial Analysis, as well as a Harvard undergraduate seminar on Urban Economics and Policy. There is no mention of specific research laboratories, centers, or dedicated research teams associated with Dr. Wang in the provided materials.
Liane Thuvander is a Professor at the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology. Her research focuses on sustainable building practices, particularly the visualization of social and environmental aspects in existing buildings and the implementation of sustainable building knowledge in practice. She leads the Research Area 'Visualization and Auralization' in the Vinnova Competence Centre Digital Twin Cities Centre (DTCC) and coordinates the Centre for Sustainable Urban Futures (https://gmv.gu.se/urbanfutures/sv). Specializes in methodologies for spatial value mapping and visualization strategies Collaborates with municipalities, construction sector stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams Key projects: Digital Twin Cities, Sustainable Sharing Economy, and Climate-Adaptive Building Renovation Her work integrates transdisciplinary approaches to support stakeholder dialogue and decision-making in urban and building stock transformations. She has published extensively in journals like Energy and Buildings , Journal of Cleaner Production , and IOP Conference Series . Current research explores digital twin applications for energy modeling, circular design in architecture, and climate adaptation strategies in Swedish multi-family residential buildings.
Dr. Miguel García Torres is a full professor at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide in the Department of Sports and Informatics . With a PhD in Computer Science from Universidad de La Laguna (2007), his research focuses on advanced data science methodologies including feature selection, multivariate correlation analysis, and evolutionary computation applications. Key research areas: Feature Selection , Data Mining , Machine Learning Active in interdisciplinary applications: Health Informatics , Energy Analytics , Medical Imaging Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: 2023 : Inter-attribute cooperation in high-dimensional data 2022 : Energy consumption pattern analysis in Paraguay 2021 : Parallel evolutionary biclustering, dengue classification through CatPCA-MSU Techniques developed include: Multivariate Symmetrical Uncertainty (MSU) framework Neuroevolutionary optimization for medical imaging Trust-based deep learning evaluation methodology
Renee Obringer is an Assistant Professor in the John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering at Penn State University, with a joint appointment at the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute. She completed her Ph.D. in Environmental and Ecological Engineering at Purdue University and holds a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from Ohio State University. Prior to joining Penn State, she was a postdoctoral research fellow at the National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC) at the University of Maryland. Research Focus: Her work integrates data science approaches to study climate change impacts on critical infrastructure systems, with special emphasis on the water-energy nexus. Core research areas include: Urban infrastructure resilience under climate stress Data-driven modeling of resource demand Climate adaptation strategies for interdependent systems Sustainable transitions in energy infrastructure Publication Trends: Her research consistently demonstrates strong thematic focus on climate-infrastructure interactions, with evolving emphasis from foundational nexus studies (2019-2020) toward urban-scale applications (2021-2023) and predictive modeling frameworks (2024-2025). Recent work shows increased attention to household-level impacts and renewable energy transitions. Academic Service: Dr. Obringer serves on the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Diversity Council, contributing to institutional equity initiatives. Laboratory Leadership: She directs the Obringer Lab, which develops analytical frameworks for climate-impacted infrastructure systems (http://obringerlab.eme.psu.edu).
Vincenzo De Lipsis serves as an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at University College London's Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources, where he applies advanced econometric methods to critical sustainability challenges. His work bridges economic theory with practical policy applications in energy systems and climate resilience. Education PhD in Economics, Birkbeck College, University of London (2017) MSc in Economics, University of Warwick Research Focus De Lipsis specializes in time series econometrics and structural break analysis , deploying these techniques to investigate climate change impacts on agriculture , energy demand dynamics , and monetary policy regimes . His research directly informs government policy through models adopted by the UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) for national energy projections. Current projects examine global crop yield responses to temperature increases and structural shifts in international commodity markets. Publication Trends His recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a concentrated focus on climate-economy interactions, particularly agricultural vulnerability to warming temperatures and industrial energy demand modeling. Key methodological contributions include structural break detection in monetary policy and time preference heterogeneity across income groups. Work appears in high-impact journals like Energy Economics and Nature Food , often with Paolo Agnolucci and Theodoros Arvanitopoulos. Teaching and Collaboration De Lipsis co-teaches the MSc module 'Econometrics for Energy and the Environment' at UCL and maintains active collaborations with the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose. His policy-relevant research has generated significant attention, with one 2020 Nature Food paper covered by 109 news outlets and referenced in Wikipedia. Current projects integrate machine learning techniques with traditional econometrics to improve climate impact forecasting.
Dilek GÖZE KAYA serves as Associate Professor and Deputy Head of Department (2021–present) in the Department of Finance at Suleyman Demirel University’s Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, having previously held the Head of Department position in 2016. Her academic profile integrates professional banking experience at Türkiye Garanti Bank (2004–2006) with extensive scholarly contributions to public finance and fiscal policy. Her educational foundation includes: Licence in Finance (2004) Master’s in Finance with Thesis (2008) Doctorate in Finance (2012) Her research concentrates on public finance mechanisms , fiscal policy design , and taxation systems , with significant emphasis on poverty analysis and blockchain applications in finance . This manifests in publications examining Turkish economic policies through econometric frameworks, including budget-inflation relationships, pandemic economic impacts, and OECD comparative analyses of energy taxation and healthcare financing. Recent publications (2020–2024) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Bibliometric analyses mapping finance research landscapes, (2) Blockchain technology’s disruptive potential for tax systems, and (3) Crisis-responsive fiscal policy studies focused on Turkey’s macroeconomic stability. Approximately 60% of her work employs comparative OECD frameworks, while Turkish policy contexts dominate domestic analyses. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Her academic supervision spans doctoral and master’s thesis committees across 15+ courses including ‘Global Crises and Fiscal Policies’ and ‘Fiscal Discipline and Stability Policies’. While specific grant details are absent, her publication volume (19 journal articles 2019–2024) suggests sustained research funding. No institutional laboratories or dedicated research teams were specified in the source documentation.
Dr. Lenneke Kuijer is an Assistant Professor in the Designing Quality in Interaction group within the Department of Industrial Design at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). She joined TU/e in 2016 after completing her PhD at Delft University of Technology and a postdoc position at the University of Sheffield. Her work bridges social theory and design practice, focusing on how interactive technologies shape everyday life and energy consumption. Dr. Kuijer's educational background includes: PhD in Industrial Design (Cum Laude) from Delft University of Technology (2014) Master in Product Innovation Management from Delft University of Technology (2006) Bachelor in Industrial Design Engineering from Delft University of Technology (2006) Her research focuses on applying social practice theory to design, particularly in the context of sustainable living and energy consumption. She investigates how everyday practices like bathing, heating, and cooling are shaped by technologies and how design can intervene to create more sustainable alternatives. Her work often involves speculative design and design fiction to explore future scenarios, particularly around thermal comfort without excessive energy use. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a progression from foundational theoretical work on social practice theory in design (2009-2013) through empirical studies on bathing and thermal comfort (2011-2018) to recent applied research on smart technologies and summer comfort alternatives (2022-2025). Her research increasingly focuses on developing design methods that account for the complex interplay between technology, practice, and sustainability, with particular attention to climate adaptation in domestic settings. Her notable recognition includes: NWO VENI grant (2019) for 'Anticipating the role of smart technologies in the dynamics of everyday life' Dr. Kuijer has supervised over 500 students throughout her career with an adaptive coaching style that combines weekly meetings with community building among students. She values deep theoretical grounding developed through hands-on making and experimentation. She has secured multiple research grants, including the NWO VENI project and the 'Just Prepare' project focused on energy transitions in underprivileged neighborhoods. Her research connects design with social science perspectives to develop methods for designing sustainable technologies that account for the complexity of everyday life. She leads research within the Future Everyday cluster at TU/e, collaborating with industry partners on projects related to summer comfort alternatives to air conditioning. Her work spans academic publications, media engagement (including multiple Dutch media appearances on sustainable cooling alternatives), and practical design interventions that challenge dominant energy-intensive forms of living.
Aleksandra Lazarevic serves as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Forestry, University of Belgrade, specifically within the Department of Technology, Management and Design of Furniture and Wood Products. She has been employed at the institution since March 30, 2016, teaching courses including Trade in Wood and Wood Products, Economics of the Wood Industry, and Marketing of Wood Products across vocational, undergraduate, and master's programs. Born February 19, 1991 in Belgrade BSc in Wood Processing from Faculty of Forestry, Belgrade (2015, GPA 9.20) MSc in Technology, Management and Design of Furniture and Wood Products (Wood Trade and Economics module) Her research focuses on the economic aspects of wood product markets, with particular expertise in wood trade economics, marketing strategies for wood products, and the role of wood biomass in sustainable energy systems. Her work bridges traditional forestry economics with contemporary sustainability challenges, particularly examining how wood pellet exports can drive production development while reducing carbon emissions through fossil fuel substitution. Analysis of her publications reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of forestry economics, with her two major works examining household wood fuel consumption patterns in Bosnia and Herzegovina (2017) and the economic impact of wood pellet exports in Serbia (2016). These studies demonstrate her expertise in connecting wood product markets with broader environmental sustainability goals. Lazarevic began her academic career as a demonstrator in the 2015/2016 school year while pursuing her master's degree, and has maintained continuous teaching engagement since her formal appointment in 2016. Her office is located in room 88 at the Faculty of Forestry, where she holds consultations on Mondays from 12-2 PM.
Margrethe Aune is a Professor in Science and Technology Studies at the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies of Culture, Faculty of Humanities, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). She served as Head of Department from 2005 to 2021 and remains an active researcher bridging sociology, energy policy, and technology studies. She holds a Master's degree (1992) and PhD (1998) in Sociology from NTNU, establishing her foundation in social theory and empirical research methods. Her research critically examines technology-society interactions through Science and Technology Studies (STS) frameworks. Key areas include energy cultures and policy transitions, biopolitical controversies, and the domestication of technologies in everyday life. Current work focuses on the 'shaken baby syndrome' legal-medical controversy, analyzing how socio-medical expertise is contested in court proceedings. She investigates how energy practices evolve within Norwegian households and institutions, and explores welfare technology's role in aging societies. Recent publications reveal persistent engagement with energy transitions, showing how household consumption patterns shift amid climate concerns, and how building operators mediate energy management in non-residential spaces. Her work spans reproductive technologies, digitalization controversies, and media's role in shaping public understanding of science. Professor Aune actively supervises Master's and PhD students, fostering interdisciplinary scholarship in cultural studies. She contributes to NTNU's research ecosystem through leadership in collaborative groups addressing societal challenges. She co-leads two major research initiatives: Digitalisering og robotisering av samfunnet (Digitalization and Robotics in Society), examining societal transformations through emerging technologies, and Energi, klima og miljø (Energy, Climate, and Environment), driving interdisciplinary work on sustainable energy transitions and climate governance.
Andreas Nilsson is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences at Örebro University. His academic work focuses on the intersection of physical activity, nutrition, and health outcomes, particularly in aging populations. Dr. Nilsson's research investigates the importance of lifestyle factors - specifically physical activity and dietary habits - for health from an epidemiological perspective. His work includes both observational studies and interventions aimed at promoting healthy behaviors in different population groups. His primary research interests span: Sedentary behavior and its health implications Physical activity interventions for older adults Nutritional epidemiology, particularly plant-based diets Inflammatory biomarkers and aging Sarcopenia prevention through lifestyle modifications Metabolic health in aging populations Analysis of Dr. Nilsson's recent publications reveals a strong focus on how physical activity and dietary patterns interact to influence health outcomes in older adults. His research frequently examines inflammatory biomarkers, metabolic syndrome, and sarcopenia risk, with particular attention to sex differences and the nuances of different physical activity intensities. Much of his recent work has been conducted within the framework of the NU-AGE cohort study, examining European older adults. Dr. Nilsson is actively involved in several research projects, most notably the Eurodiet project which focuses on promoting healthy eating habits and physical activity in aging populations through primary care settings. His completed projects include studies on exercise therapy for specific conditions, dietary habits for health and wellbeing, and interventions targeting elderly populations. He is a member of the research group "Disease prevention, physical activity and eating habits" at Örebro University, collaborating extensively with researchers like Fawzi Kadi and others across European institutions. His teaching responsibilities include exercise physiology, epidemiology with focus on physical activity and nutrition, and scientific methods and biostatistics.
Cedric De Cauwer is a postdoctoral researcher at the Electromobility Research Centre (MOBI) of the Free University of Brussels, specializing in electric and hybrid vehicle technology since 2011. He earned his Master's (2011) and PhD (2017) in Engineering from the same university, with his doctoral work focusing on energy consumption prediction and energy-efficient routing. Education : Master's in Engineering (2011), Free University of Brussels PhD in Engineering (2017), Free University of Brussels His research spans electric vehicles , autonomous mobility , and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration , emphasizing smart charging infrastructure and grid compatibility. Recent work explores reinforcement learning for energy management and forecasting EV charging flexibility. Scientific Awards : Editor's Choice (2023) WEVJ BEST PAPER AWARD (2021) As a supervisor for Andrei Goncearuc 's PhD (2024) and contributor to 6 Master's theses, he mentors students in electrification feasibility and energy flow analysis. He collaborates on projects like VersnellingsMOBI (2025-2029) and DESTINY (2024-2029), integrating EVs into carbon-neutral energy networks.
Jimmy Ehnberg is a Researcher in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology. He specializes in smart grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and distribution network optimization, with a focus on applications in developing countries. He co-founded the multidisciplinary research group STEEP-RES to address renewable electricity production in small grids and serves as the Master Program Manager for the Electrical Engineering program at Chalmers. Research Focus : Renewable energy systems, mini-grid design, demand-side management, and sustainable electrification. Projects : Actively involved in initiatives like Research Training Partnership with University of Rwanda and PhD Program in Electrical Power Engineering with Addis Ababa University . His 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize rural electrification, microgrid optimization, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable energy in low-income regions. Key subfields include load composition analysis, hybrid energy systems, and socio-technical integration. His work bridges technical engineering solutions with socio-economic considerations for global energy access.
Serdar Sakinan is a Researcher specializing in marine ecology, with a focus on pelagic species and Arctic ecosystem dynamics. His work spans acoustic surveys, zooplankton-predator interactions, and climate impact studies in the North Sea, Wadden Sea, and central Arctic Ocean. Key projects: HERAS (North Sea herring), MOSAiC expedition (Arctic ecosystems) Expertise: Acoustic survey methods , vertical migration , habitat use , and food web modeling Collaborations: Involved in multidisciplinary studies aboard RV TRIDENS and POLARSTERN cruise PS122 His recent publications examine polar cod diets, copepod dispersal mechanisms, and tern foraging patterns in the Wadden Sea. He leads initiatives integrating underwater cameras and high-resolution acoustic techniques into marine research, with contributions to datasets on Arctic oceanography and zooplankton abundance.
