جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Guy H. Walkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human Factors
• Sociotechnical Systems
• Ergonomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Guy H. Walker is a leading academic in Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems at Heriot-Watt University's School of Social Sciences. He holds roles including Work Package Lead for the £46m TransiT Hub (focusing on decarbonizing transport via digital twinning) and previously served as Associate Executive Dean for Education and Student Life. His career spans academia, consultancy, and industry collaboration, with projects in nuclear safety, aviation, construction, and sustainable transportation. Education: BSc (Hons) Psychology (University of Southampton, 1999); PhD in Human Factors (Brunel University, 2002). Early roles included Human Factors Consultant at Nickleby HFE Ltd and Research Fellowships at Brunel University and University of Southampton. He became a Professor at Heriot-Watt in 2018, with leadership roles in online learning and pioneering education initiatives. Research focuses on applying Human Factors to complex systems, including the Palace of Westminster restoration (innovating 'Sociotechnical Construction') and sustainable road freight with Cambridge University. He has authored over 140 peer-reviewed papers and 20 books, with an h-index of 46. Recognitions include the Stanford List of Top 2% Scientists (2024), President's Medal (Ergonomics Society, 2008), and PRIME Award for research impact. Awards highlight his contributions to teaching and research: Global Teaching Team Award (2021), Graduates Prize (2010), and Grant Innes Student Voice Award (2022). He chairs the editorial board for Ergonomics and has media features on BBC, Discovery Channel, and National Geographic. Current projects emphasize sustainable development goals, including flood resilience strategies and decarbonization. His work integrates human-centered approaches across diverse sectors, blending academic rigor with real-world application.

Dhanan Sarwo Utomoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Operational Research
• Systems Thinking
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dhanan Sarwo Utomo is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Sciences and Edinburgh Business School within Heriot-Watt University. He focuses on systems thinking and operational research, with an emphasis on modeling and simulation approaches applied to logistics, supply chains, food systems, and sustainability. His research addresses challenges such as cold chain infrastructure, renewable energy adoption, and pandemic resilience in food security. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable infrastructure and responsible consumption. Notable contributions include the ESSA Distinguished Dissertation Award 2020 for his thesis on simulation methodologies. He actively reviews for journals like Journal of Simulation and Journal of the Operational Research Society , and served as an external examiner for academic programs. Utomo’s research spans agent-based modeling in agriculture, freight transport decarbonization, and policy analysis. His recent studies explore circular bioeconomy mechanisms, photovoltaic adoption discourses in Indonesia, and coping strategies during pandemics. He mentors students who have won awards such as the Alasdair MacLeod Prize and Scottish Region Chartered Institute of Logistics scholarships. Awards: ESSA Distinguished Dissertation Award 2020 Key Research Themes: Sustainable Supply Chains, Agent-Based Simulation, Food Security, Logistics Optimization

Antonia Golabمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Energy System Analysis
• Spatial Modeling
• Transport Infrastructure
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Antonia Golab is a University Assistant and PhD Candidate at the Energy Economics Group (EEG) of Vienna University of Technology , specializing in energy system analysis with high spatial resolution. Her work focuses on modeling energy and transport infrastructure, particularly for electric vehicle charging and decarbonization strategies. M.Sc. in Geodesy and Geoinformation (TU Wien, 2021) Her research integrates spatial modeling and transport infrastructure to address challenges in renewable energy integration and electric vehicle deployment . She contributes to projects like iDesignRES (2023–2027), which emphasizes renewable energy system design. Antonia's publications explore spatio-temporal charging models, freight transport decarbonization, and grid flexibility through commercial EV fleets. Her GitHub repositories ( StressTestFastChargingInfr , HighCharge ) demonstrate her commitment to open-source energy modeling tools.

Moshe Ben-Akivaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transportation Systems
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Demand Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Moshe Ben-Akiva is the Edmund K. Turner Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), within the School of Engineering. His research focuses on transportation systems analysis, intelligent transportation systems, demand modeling, and infrastructure management, with an emphasis on energy transition and sustainable urban mobility. He holds a B.S. from the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from MIT. Ben-Akiva has been recognized with prestigious awards, including election to the National Academy of Engineering (2025) for his contributions to transportation modeling. His work integrates agent-based simulation, econometrics, and policy analysis to address challenges in urban freight logistics, congestion pricing, and automated mobility-on-demand systems. He leads the Intelligent Transportation Systems Lab and has contributed to projects such as a DOE-funded smart mobility information system. His research spans topics like tradable mobility credits, real-time tolling strategies, and the impact of automated vehicles on urban environments. He has authored foundational texts, including Discrete Choice Analysis , and collaborates on global initiatives to advance sustainable transportation solutions.

• Sustainable Transportation
• Electrification of Vehicles
• Environmental Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mehdi Jahangir Samet is a Doctoral Researcher at Tampere University's Faculty of Built Environment, specializing in Civil Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable transportation systems, particularly electrification of medium and heavy-duty trucks, decarbonization strategies in road freight transport, and the application of blockchain technology to enhance urban logistics sustainability. He has contributed to cross-country studies comparing Finland and Switzerland in terms of electric truck adoption and infrastructure needs. Key research interests include transportation economics, energy demand modeling, greenhouse gas emission reduction, and policy analysis for sustainable mobility. His work combines empirical studies, comparative analysis, and advanced modeling to address challenges in urban and rural transport systems. Recent studies emphasize the levelized cost of driving for electric trucks and the potential of blockchain for transparent supply chain management. Past research spans traffic engineering and safety, including analyses of signalized intersections, roundabouts, pedestrian behavior, and accident modification factors in highways. His studies also include geographical assessments like rainfall erosivity mapping in Iran, showcasing multidisciplinary expertise in environmental and civil engineering. Publications reflect a trajectory from foundational traffic studies (2008–2017) to modern sustainability-focused transport research (2020–present). Collaborations often involve interdisciplinary teams and international case studies, aiming to bridge theoretical models with real-world policy and infrastructure solutions.

Mariano Galloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transportation Engineering
• Sustainable Mobility
• Traffic Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mariano Gallo is a Full Professor of Transportation Engineering (Professore Ordinario) at the Department of Engineering (DING) of the University of Sannio in Benevento, Italy. His academic work focuses on transportation systems engineering with a particular emphasis on sustainable mobility solutions, traffic modeling, and urban transportation planning. He teaches courses including Transportation System Engineering, Rail, Air and Sea Infrastructures and Transportation, and Sustainable Mobility and Transport Planning for Civil Engineering students. Professor Gallo's research interests span a wide range of transportation topics including sustainable mobility systems, energy-efficient transportation solutions, traffic simulation modeling, autonomous vehicle integration, hydrogen-powered freight transportation, and public transit optimization. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to developing solutions for contemporary transportation challenges with environmental sustainability at the forefront. Recent research has focused on innovative approaches to decarbonizing freight transport, optimizing traffic management systems, and analyzing the impacts of transportation infrastructure on urban development. His publication record shows a clear evolution toward sustainable and intelligent transportation systems, with recent work emphasizing hydrogen infrastructure for freight vehicles, energy-efficient driving profiles, autonomous vehicle integration, and sustainable mobility policies. His research combines theoretical modeling with practical applications, often focusing on regional contexts in Italy while addressing global transportation challenges. Professor Gallo maintains an active research agenda with numerous publications in high-impact journals across transportation engineering, sustainability, and urban planning fields. His work frequently appears in journals such as Transportation Research, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, and Energies, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to transportation challenges.

Mario Marinelliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Mobility
• Transportation Engineering
• Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mario Marinelli is an Associate Professor at the University of Sannio , affiliated with the Department of Transport under the School of Engineering . His research focuses on sustainable mobility, freight transport optimization, hydrogen vehicle applications, and emission reduction strategies. Academic Rank: Associate Professor University: University of Sannio School: School of Engineering Department: Department of Transport Research Interests: Marinelli's work spans transportation systems, with emphasis on low-emission vehicles, fuel cell electric freight transport, and algorithmic approaches to traffic assignment. He has contributed to hydrogen infrastructure modeling, waste management optimization, and demand-responsive urban mobility solutions. His studies frequently involve simulation models and policy impact assessments. Publication Trends: Recent articles address eco-ADAS systems, freight network design, and hydrogen traction. Subfields include emission reduction at signalized intersections, multi-objective transport optimization, and berth allocation using bio-inspired algorithms. Keywords span sustainability, freight logistics, and computational methods.

Sarah Pfoserمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Logistics
• Transportation Systems
• Environmental Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sarah Pfoser is a researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Steyr , affiliated with the Research Center Steyr and the Center of Excellence Logistics (LOGISTIKUM) . Her work focuses on sustainable logistics, circular economy, and alternative fuels in transport. She leads projects like 'Sustainable insulation solutions for frozen food shipping' and 'E-grocery packaging of the future,' emphasizing environmental impact reduction. Education: Not explicitly stated in the text. Academic titles include Mag. Dr. rer. pol. (not included in 'name' per instructions). Research Interests: Combines technical logistics (e.g., insulation solutions, reusable packaging) with policy (e.g., decarbonization strategies). Key areas: Synchromodality, liquefied natural gas (LNG) in transport, and sustainable packaging for e-commerce. Awards: Autumn-Award 2016 FH OÖ Jungforscherpreis 2017, 2021 Green Marketing Award 2022 Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator in 16 projects (2013–2026), including EU-funded initiatives on return logistics, post-bottle recycling, and retail digitalization. Labs/Teams: Active in LOGISTIKUM and cross-disciplinary teams addressing Austria’s transport and sustainability challenges.

Arijit Deمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Logistics
• Maritime Logistics
• Freight Transportation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arijit De is an Associate Professor in Management Sciences at The University of Manchester, specializing in Industrial and Systems Engineering with expertise in Operations Research and Machine Learning. He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial & Systems Engineering and is a Chartered Fellow (FCILT) and Fellow (FHEA). His research focuses on sustainable maritime logistics, freight transportation, and environmental sustainability, leveraging AI techniques like optimization algorithms and machine learning. Education: Ph.D., Industrial & Systems Engineering; M.Tech., Industrial Engineering & Management; B.Tech., Electronics & Communication Engineering. Affiliations: Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Australian Institute of Business, Researcher in Residence at Connected Places Catapult, and Advisor at Naxxar Technology Limited. Research Interests: Dr. De's work addresses real-world challenges in maritime logistics, supply chain management, and freight operations. He explores AI-driven solutions for decarbonization, fuel bunker management, and sustainable port operations. His projects often involve collaborations with industry partners like DFDS, Port of Tyne, and GrafMarine. Key Projects: Includes the DEMARTECH initiative (decarbonizing maritime shipping), Optimization of Solar Power for Marine Vessels, and the Hort2thefuture project enhancing soil-friendly horticultural practices. Total project funding exceeds £2.2 million. Awards & Fellowships: Recognized for contributions to education (FHEA) and logistics (FCILT). Impact: His work has led to policy influence via parliamentary engagement, media coverage (e.g., National World, Manchester World), and practical tools like the Battery & Vessel Route Simulation App and Farmer Sustainability Assessment App.

Denise Beilمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Transport Systems
• Freight Transport Management
• Modal Shift Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Denise Beil serves as a Research Associate at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria's LOGISTIKUM Research Center Steyr, specializing in sustainable transport systems. She is concurrently pursuing her Ph.D. at the University of Antwerp, investigating modal shift policy impacts on eco-friendly freight transport. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor's in International Logistics Management (2020) and Master's in Supply Chain Management (2022), both from the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. Her doctoral research focuses on impact analysis of modal shift measures related to freight mode choices. Beil's research centers on sustainable logistics and transport policy, with particular emphasis on freight mode choice analysis, modal shift strategies, and greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Her work directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals through practical applications in transport decarbonization and intermodal solutions. Recent projects explore gamification in workshops, inland navigation potentials, and Austrian intermodality challenges. Her publication portfolio reveals strong thematic cohesion around freight decarbonization, with recurring analysis of policy acceptance among shippers, GHG monitoring tools, and modal shift effectiveness. Key trends include Austria-specific case studies, eco-friendly transport mode adoption barriers, and measurement methodologies for emissions reduction. She has received significant recognition including: Best Master's thesis award within the 10-year REWWay project (2022) Chimney Award 2023 Dennie Lockefeer Grant Award (2024) Beil actively leads and contributes to major research initiatives including EU HORIZON project LOG-MultiRELOAD (2022-2026) and national projects LOG-REWWay and LOG-Logmaster. Her grant portfolio spans sustainable multimodality solutions, waterway logistics, and intermodality challenges in Austria, with emphasis on practical industry implementation. As part of LOGISTIKUM's research ecosystem, she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Austria and internationally, contributing to freight transport innovation through projects like LOG-MOD-E-CO and participation in the Antwerp Inland Navigation School.

Michael Lehmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Railway Engineering
• Transport Systems
• Electrification of Transport
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Lehmann is a Professor of Railway Engineering in an International Context at the University of Applied Sciences Erfurt , where he teaches and researches on system integration, subsystems engineering, decarbonization of rail transport, and intermodal transport chains. He previously worked at Siemens Mobility GmbH as a Senior Engineer for electrification solutions in heavy road freight transport. Academic Affiliation: University of Applied Sciences Erfurt Program Director: M.Sc. in European Railway Systems Leadership Roles: Chair of Examination Board, Substitute Member of Faculty Board, Head of Research Institute for Transport and Spatial Planning (IVR) Research Focus Railway electrification systems, including higher nominal voltages Decarbonization strategies for rail and road freight transport System integration and subsystems engineering in transport Intermodal logistics chains He contributes to the INTERREG project REIF since 2019, focusing on transport and spatial planning.

Nick Szirbikمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Systems Engineering
• Agent-Based Serious Gaming
• Complex Systems Modelling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nick Szirbik is a Lecturer at the University of Groningen (RUG), Faculty of Science and Engineering, affiliated with the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen (ENTEG). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Politehnica University of Timisoara and has extensive postdoctoral and professional experience in agent-based systems and systems engineering. Education: Dipl. Eng. in Computer Science & Engineering (Politehnica Timisoara, 1987) PhD in Computer Science (Politehnica Timisoara, 1997), focusing on neural networks and distributed computing Postdoc at TU Eindhoven (1998-2000) in agent-based systems and enterprise modeling Research Interests: Agent-based serious gaming for infrastructure design Complex systems modeling in energy and logistics Multi-agent systems for supply networks and virtual enterprises Integration of AI techniques with industrial systems Key Projects: EU-funded projects: REWERSE, TraSer, EDGAR/GISEmarket National projects: CASIMIR (Dutch energy research) Development of simulation frameworks for supply chain and energy systems Teaching: Systems Engineering courses for MSc programs Undergraduate courses in Industrial Engineering and Management Past expertise in programming languages and neural networks Labs/Teams: Active contributor to ENTEG's systems engineering research group, focusing on interdisciplinary systems modeling and serious gaming applications.

Armin Eberleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Efficiency
• Sustainable Development
• Urban Freight Transport
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Armin Eberle is a faculty member at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) School of Engineering , affiliated with the Institute of Sustainable Development . His work focuses on energy efficiency, climate protection, and sustainable urban systems, with particular emphasis on industrial sectors and policy mechanisms. Current affiliations include membership in the Climate Committee of the City of Biel (2021–2028) Key projects: Smart City Winterthur , Demo area Hard within PEDvolution-WIN , and Decarbonisation of Cooling and Heating in Switzerland Research Interests span: Energy efficiency programs and their socio-technical implementation Climate policy instruments (taxes vs. targets) Urban freight transport optimization Collaborative governance models for sustainability Digital platforms in co-creation processes Industrial energy systems and behavioral economics Publications highlight empirical analyses of Swiss energy policies, organizational learning in administrations, and innovative governance structures for sustainable development. His recent work includes policy frameworks for greenhouse gas mitigation and critical reviews of energy efficiency programs globally. Project Leadership includes roles in: Smart City Winterthur (Co-Creation Lab) SCCER CREST (Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research) WinLab platform development (digital ideation tools)

Sebastian Kummerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transport industry
• Mobility management
• Logistics controlling
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor Sebastian Kummer is a distinguished academic and practitioner in the field of transport and logistics management. Currently serving as Head of the Institute for Transport and Logistics Management at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Vienna), he has shaped the field through both academic research and practical applications since joining WU in 2001. His academic journey began with studies in economics and philosophy at the University of Tübingen (1982-1984) and business administration at the University of Cologne (1984-1987), followed by doctoral and habilitation work at WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management. His professional path uniquely combines academic rigor with industry experience, having served as CEO of Zahnradfabrik Unna GmbH from 1989-1993 before transitioning to academia with a professorship at TU Dresden (1997-2001). Professor Kummer's research spans transport industry, mobility management, logistics controlling, supply chain management, sustainable mobility, and digitization. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly evident in his development of the 'Kummertabellen' for truck toll calculation, which became an industry standard across multiple European countries. His recent research focuses on carbon management in supply chains, digital transformation in logistics, and urban mobility solutions. With 555 publications including 10 leading textbooks, Professor Kummer has established himself as a prolific scholar whose work informs both academic discourse and industry practice. His publication trend shows consistent output over decades, with recent works increasingly addressing sustainability challenges in transport and supply chains. Red Arrow 2022 infrastructure award from Future Business Austria Silver Honorary Pin from the Austrian Federal Association of Logistics (2017) Emerald Literati Network Outstanding Paper Award 2022 WU Vienna Excellence in Teaching Award (2013) Alexander Freud Medal (2007) Honorary member of the Austrian Transport Science Society (2017) Professor Kummer maintains strong industry connections, having consulted for major companies including Deutsche Bahn, Siemens, and Red Bull. He leads numerous research projects (201 total, with 102 currently active) and serves in leadership roles including President of the German Arbitration Court for Logistics and Head of the Austrian BVL. His work exemplifies the integration of academic research with practical problem-solving in the transport and logistics sector. His institute serves as a hub for both teaching and applied research, with Professor Kummer directing the university course in logistics and supply chain management while maintaining active collaborations with industry partners across Europe. He has developed several educational programs including the Professional MBA Mobility Management at WU in cooperation with Porsche Holding and the MBA Supply Chain Management at ETH Zurich.

Julien Lépineمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Road Transport
• Dynamic Modeling
• Protective Packaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julien Lépine is an Associate Professor in the Department of Operations and Decision Systems at Université Laval's Faculty of Business Administration. His research integrates mechanical engineering and sustainability, focusing on: Road transport dynamics and vehicle efficiency Advanced packaging solutions for logistics and food security Hydrogen energy systems and decarbonization technologies Experimental methods for friction and material testing He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Victoria University, complemented by Master's and Bachelor's degrees from the University of Sherbrooke. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on sustainable transport, including hydrogen fuel production, pavement-vehicle interactions, and policy analysis for electric vehicle adoption. He actively supervises graduate students and contributes to governmental research projects, such as those for Quebec's Ministry of Transport.