Gordon Mackerron is Professor of Science and Technology Policy at SPRU (Science Policy Research Unit), University of Sussex Business School, where he served as Director from 2008-2013. An economist specializing in energy and environmental policy, he holds degrees from Cambridge and Sussex universities. His research examines electricity systems with particular focus on nuclear power economics, radioactive waste management, and sustainability transitions. He chaired the UK Committee on Radioactive Waste Management (2003-2007) and served on the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution (2009-2011), providing high-level policy advice on decarbonization pathways and infrastructure planning. Current projects include LANDMARC, investigating land-based climate mitigation strategies, and TRANSrisk, analyzing transition pathways for climate change mitigation. His publications consistently engage with controversies in energy policy, particularly comparing nuclear and renewable approaches to decarbonization across different governance contexts.
Charles R. Hankla is a Professor of Political Science at Georgia State University’s Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. He serves as Director of the International Center for Public Policy (ICePP) and Associate Director of the Public Finance Research Cluster (PFRC). His expertise lies in comparative political economy, fiscal decentralization, and public finance. He holds a Ph.D. from Emory University (2005), an M.A. from the London School of Economics (1999), and a BSFS from Georgetown University (1997). Dr. Hankla leads a World Bank project in Mozambique ($1.2M) focusing on fiscal decentralization reforms and has consulted for the UNDP, U.S. State Department, USAID, and G20. His research examines institutional impacts on fiscal policy, trade, and industrial strategies in developing nations. He has published in top journals like the American Political Science Review and authored/co-authored books on fiscal federalism and industrial policy. Education: Ph.D. Political Science, Emory University (2005) M.A. Political Science, London School of Economics (1999) BSFS, Georgetown University (1997) His research interests emphasize political institutions’ role in fiscal governance, with recent work focusing on gender norms in Indian elections, trade policy in authoritarian regimes, and decentralization dynamics. Notable grants include NSF-funded experiments in India and an IGC grant for survey work in Bihar. He has received awards for mentoring and scholarship, including the Elinor Ostrom Award (2022) and Deil Wright Award (2011). Dr. Hankla co-directs major research initiatives, including the Egyptian Decentralization Initiative (USAID-funded), and provides policy training globally. He is a frequent media commentator on economic politics, with over 650,000 reads on The Conversation and appearances on BBC, CBC, and others. Fluent in French and with Hindi reading skills, he bridges academic and policy communities through ICePP’s global engagements.
Jan E. Leighley is a Professor at American University's School of Public Affairs, Department of Government. Her career spans editorial leadership, institutional governance, and federal program management, including roles as interim Senior Associate Dean (2012–2014) and National Science Foundation Program Manager (2020–2021). She focuses on democratic representation, electoral systems, and political inequality. PhD, Washington University in St. Louis Her research examines how electoral laws, socioeconomic disparities, and racial/ethnic dynamics influence voter turnout and democratic representativeness. Key themes include the intersection of class bias and policy responsiveness, historical evolution of electoral institutions, and the role of mobilization mechanisms in shaping electorates. The 15 most recent articles highlight trends in voter turnout analysis, electoral reform impacts, and racial/ethnic participation disparities. They span sub-fields like early voting accessibility, survey measurement accuracy, off-year election representativeness, and the influence of partisanship and social identity on engagement. Leighley co-authored Who Votes Now? (2014) with Jonathan Nagler, analyzing demographic and issue-based drivers of turnout, and wrote Strength in Numbers? (2001) on minority mobilization. She served as editor for the American Journal of Political Science (2000–2004, 2018–2019) and The Journal of Politics (2009–2014).
Professor Jocelyn Johnston is a distinguished faculty member at American University's School of Public Affairs, Department of Public Administration and Policy. She teaches graduate courses including Public Administration Capstone (PUAD-610), Doctoral Dissertation (PUAD-899), and Topics in Public Management: State and Local Management (PUAD-609). Professor Johnston earned her educational credentials from Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, where she completed both her PhD and Master of Public Administration. Her undergraduate studies were completed at LeMoyne College, where she earned a BA in Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy. Professor Johnston's research program focuses on the complex dynamics of government contracting, public management, intergovernmental programs and policy, with particular emphasis on social welfare policy and administration. Her work explores how government agencies design and manage contracts with private and nonprofit providers, examining issues of accountability, performance measurement, and the effectiveness of different contractual arrangements in delivering public services. She has published extensively in leading journals including Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, Public Administration Review, and Administration and Society. Her scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent trajectory examining the evolution of contracting in public administration, particularly in social welfare programs. Over time, her research has expanded from examining specific state-level implementations to developing broader theoretical frameworks about contracting across the federal system. Professor Johnston's work consistently addresses the tension between traditional bureaucratic control and newer networked governance approaches in public service delivery. Professor Johnston's scholarly excellence has been recognized through several prestigious awards: Kaufman Award for the best paper in Public Administration presented at the 2001 American Political Science Association national conference Vice Chancellor's Administrative Fellow, University of Kansas, 2001-2002 John Ben Snow Foundation Doctoral Fellowship, Syracuse University, 1993 Emil and Maud Beck Family Doctoral Scholarship, Syracuse University, 1992 New York State Government Finance Officers Association Scholar, 1989 Professor Johnston has secured significant research funding throughout her career, with particular expertise in social welfare reform and government contracting. Her grant portfolio includes numerous projects funded by the Federalism Research Group, State Capacity Project at the Rockefeller Institute of Government (SUNY Albany), and state governments including Kansas and Pennsylvania. These projects have examined Medicaid managed care, welfare reform implementation, food stamp take-up rates, and state social services contracting. Her practical experience in local government administering federally and state-funded social welfare programs for ten years informs her research approach and provides valuable real-world context to her scholarly work. Professor Johnston maintains active professional engagement through memberships in leading organizations including the Public Management Research Association (Executive Committee), American Political Science Association, Association for Budgeting and Financial Management, Association for Public Policy and Management, and American Society for Public Administration. She has served as Chair of both the National Association for Budgeting and Financial Management and the Public Administration Section of the American Political Science Association, demonstrating leadership in the field.
Jannicke Totland Due is a Research Fellow in Logistics at the Faculty of Logistics, Molde University College (HiMolde). Her work focuses on sustainability in Norway's transport sector, examining how national sustainability goals translate into local planning outcomes. She employs qualitative case studies, interviews, and policy analysis to explore the interplay between governance, knowledge application, and socio-ecological impacts of infrastructure projects. Education: Master's in Social Science Didactics, University of Oslo Bachelor's in Nordic Studies (Rhetoric/Linguistic Communication), University of Oslo One-year programs in Media/Communication and Art/Dissemination, OsloMet Teacher training in Culture/Social Sciences Research Focus: Jannicke investigates ecological compensation mechanisms, municipal sustainability practices, and the consequences of farmland expropriation. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implementation, emphasizing the complexities of balancing urban development, environmental protection, and agricultural land preservation. Methodologically, she combines policy analysis with participatory approaches to capture stakeholder perspectives in decision-making processes. Current Project: The project Dimensions of Sustainability explores governance challenges in Norwegian transport policy, analyzing how planning dynamics shape socio-economic and ecological outcomes at the local level.
Jésica De Armas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics and Business, Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) in Barcelona, Spain. She holds a prestigious Ramon y Cajal Fellowship from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, recognizing her outstanding research contributions. Her academic career spans multiple institutions, with previous postdoctoral positions at the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) and the University of La Laguna (ULL). PhD in Computing (Cum Laude) from University of La Laguna (2012) Computer Engineering degree with special award for best academic record Ramon y Cajal Fellowship recipient (2022) PhD Extraordinary Award from University of La Laguna (2012) PhD Award from Spanish Association of Artificial Intelligence (AEPIA) (2014) Her research focuses on developing and applying optimization techniques to solve complex real-world problems. She specializes in combinatorial optimization, metaheuristics, and machine learning approaches applied to logistics, transportation, and health care systems. Her work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, particularly in vehicle routing, scheduling, and resource allocation problems. She has established herself as a leading researcher in optimization for social good, with significant contributions to humanitarian logistics and health care delivery systems. Dr. De Armas's publications reveal a strong trajectory in operations research with applications spanning multiple domains. Her research shows a clear evolution from theoretical optimization methods toward increasingly complex real-world applications, particularly in health care and social services. Her most recent work demonstrates a sophisticated integration of simulation, machine learning, and optimization techniques to address challenges in refugee resettlement, home care services, and public infrastructure planning. The consistent publication in high-impact journals reflects her growing influence in the field of operations research. Ramon y Cajal Fellowship (2022) Best Paper Award from Energies (2019) Luis Azcárraga Award from ENAIRE Foundation (2017) PhD Award from Spanish Association of Artificial Intelligence (2014) PhD Extraordinary Award from University of La Laguna (2012) HPC-Europa2 Fellowship (2011) Dr. De Armas has successfully secured multiple competitive research grants and has advised numerous students across various academic levels. She has served as Principal Investigator for projects including REASON (2024-2027) on optimizing health care delivery in rural areas, and previously led the EPHoCaS project (2020-2022) focused on sustainable home care services for the elderly. Her advising portfolio includes three PhD students to completion and numerous master's and undergraduate thesis students, demonstrating her commitment to mentoring the next generation of researchers. Her research has led to tangible industry applications, particularly in vehicle routing optimization where her algorithms have been implemented by companies as key business tools. Dr. De Armas maintains an active international research network with collaborations spanning institutions in Edinburgh, Nottingham, Cosenza, Boulder, Hamburg, and Montreal. Her work on the ROAR-NET research network demonstrates her leadership in advancing optimization algorithms research across European institutions. She has also contributed significantly to the academic community through conference organization, including the International Conference on Computational Logistics (ICCL2022) and the Metaheuristics International Conference (MIC 2017).
Maria Teresa Simone-Charteris serves as a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism Management within the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Ulster University Business School, Coleraine campus. Her academic role focuses on undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in tourism, transport, and management disciplines while serving as Placement Tutor for international degree students. BSc Hons Travel and Tourism Management, Ulster University (2005) Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines and Spirits, WSET England (2006) Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice (PGCHEP), Ulster University (2016) PhD in progress: Interconnections between religious and political tourism in Northern Ireland Her research centers on pilgrimage & religious tourism, dark and political tourism, and peace reconciliation through tourism, with significant focus on Northern Ireland's post-conflict landscape. She examines how tourism can transform political murals, memorial sites, and religious heritage into catalysts for community engagement and economic regeneration while navigating ethical sensitivities. Her work integrates food and wine tourism with broader destination development strategies, particularly examining craft distillery tourism's regional impact. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent thematic focus on Northern Ireland's tourism evolution, with increasing sophistication in examining generational differences in dark tourism consumption, digital experience enhancement, and policy implications for heritage reinterpretation. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications across religious, political, and dark tourism domains. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) Enhancing Academic Practice in the Disciplines award by SEDA (2016) As Placement Tutor for international travel and tourism management students, she facilitates professional industry experience while maintaining active external roles as journal reviewer for Tourism, Journal of Management Spirituality & Religion, and International Journal of Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage. Her industry engagement spans 14+ years across diverse roles including tour guiding, hospitality management, and wine education. She contributes to academic discourse as visiting lecturer at HTMi Switzerland and subject reviewer for CABI. Her research integrates with Ulster University's Business and Management Research group, focusing on tourism's role in sustainable development goals related to peace, industry innovation, and sustainable communities, particularly examining how tourism can transform conflict legacies into cooperative economic assets.
John Linnell is a Professor at the University of Inland Norway's Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology, within the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management. His research focuses on complex human-wildlife relationships, particularly large carnivores and herbivores, with global applications. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including 'Large Predator Ecology', 'Human Dimensions of Wildlife Management', and 'People & Nature' at the PhD level. Key research projects include CoCo (Co-creating coexistence) and involvement in the WILDCOM research group (Wildlife communities in a changing world). His work emphasizes sustainable coexistence strategies, policy implementation, and bridging science with stakeholder needs. Recent publications address stakeholder perceptions in wildlife management, illegal wildlife trade impacts, and carnivore population dynamics across Europe and Asia. Dr. Linnell contributes to international guidelines on human-wildlife conflict mitigation and coexistence, integrating local ecological knowledge with advanced technologies. His interdisciplinary approach spans ecology, sociology, and policy, addressing challenges in human-dominated landscapes.
Kiera Staley is a Research Fellow at the Centre of Sport & Social Impact at La Trobe University. She specializes in large-scale complex project evaluations involving multiple years, stakeholders, methods of data collection, and reporting levels. Her work bridges academic research with industry applications, focusing on evidence-based decision making in sport contexts while ensuring the unique context of sport is understood by organizations and government. Ms Staley holds a Master of Business (MBus), Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (GCHEd), and Bachelor of Business (Honors) (BBus(Hons)), all from La Trobe University. Her academic background combines business education with sport management expertise. Her research focuses on physical activity, injury prevention and management, community sport, sport participant engagement, and healthy sports clubs. She has developed expertise in large-scale project evaluations, particularly in the areas of gender equity in sport, injury impacts on participation, and the social value of sport. Her current projects investigate the impact of injury in community sport, developing evidence for surfers' role in coastal safety, and supporting sports organizations receiving VicHealth grants. Ms Staley's research demonstrates a strong practical orientation with significant real-world impact. Her work frequently addresses gender equity in sport, injury prevention among physically inactive populations, and community sport development. She employs diverse methodologies including concept mapping and multi-method evaluations to generate actionable insights for sport organizations, government bodies, and community clubs. She has extensive collaboration experience with Golf Australia, VicSport, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, Surfing Victoria, Rugby Australia, and various community sport clubs. Her professional activities include presentations on attracting women and girls into golf, returning from COVID-19 in community sport, and gender equity in sport. Prior to her current research role, Ms Staley taught in La Trobe University's MBA, MIB, and Bachelor of Business - Sport Management programs. She also has over 10 years of experience working in and consulting for Local Government in Recreation and Leisure, with specific expertise in Recreation Planning, Sport Development, and Capital Works.
Mary A. Fox, PhD, MPH, is an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Department of Health Policy and Management. Her work bridges epidemiology, toxicology, and environmental science to advance cumulative risk assessment methodologies and inform public health policy. Affiliated with the Center for Human Nutrition and the Risk Sciences and Public Policy Institute, Fox focuses on how chemical and nonchemical stressors interact to drive health disparities, particularly in marginalized communities like fenceline areas. Doctorate in Environmental and Occupational Health Policy, Johns Hopkins University (2001) Master’s in Public Health, University of Rochester (1989) Her research emphasizes: Cumulative risk assessment frameworks Chemical mixture exposures Public health policy communication Community-based participatory research Environmental justice in Pennsylvania fenceline communities Drinking water safety and accessibility Recent publications highlight her work on: Improving drinking water reports via user-centered design Assessing VOCs in fenceline communities Linking transportation planning to health equity Scientific recognition includes: Bloomberg American Health Initiative Spark Award (2021) AAAS Risk Policy Fellowship (2001) Phi Beta Kappa (1987) She has contributed to national policy discussions on toxics, climate change adaptation, and dietary supplement risks. Her teaching role prepares future public health professionals to address complex environmental challenges.
Lourdes Baez Conde is Distinguished Professor of Population and Public Health Sciences and Senior Associate Dean for Community and Workforce Development Initiatives at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine. She serves as Associate Director for Community Outreach and Engagement at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and oversees the Center for Health Enhancement (CenHealth), which provides critical health information during crises like the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. She holds a courtesy appointment at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Dr. Baez Conde earned her MPH and PhD in Public Health with an emphasis in Community Health Sciences from UCLA. Her educational background underpins her transdisciplinary approach to public health research and community engagement. Her research focuses on cancer prevention (particularly cervical cancer through the signature "It's Time" program), innovative health communication using narrative techniques and film collaborations with USC Cinema, and tobacco/vaping regulation in diverse communities. She develops community-based interventions that merge academic rigor with grassroots creativity, emphasizing bidirectional communication through community advisory boards. Her work addresses health disparities through culturally tailored approaches for Hispanic populations and vulnerable communities. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in tobacco/vaping research (60% of articles), cancer prevention (27%), and community-engaged methodology (13%). The tobacco studies examine vape shop environments, regulatory compliance, and youth behavior, while cancer work emphasizes breast and cervical screening in underserved groups. All publications demonstrate her signature transdisciplinary approach, frequently partnering with design schools, communication experts, and community organizations. Major Awards: American Association for Cancer Research Outstanding Services (2024) UCLA Public Health Hall of Fame Induction (2023) USC Distinguished Professor (2023) Lazarex Cancer Foundation Hands of Hope Award (2022) NIH Common Fund 10-Year Commemoration Video Contest Winner (2014) APHA Public Health Education Best Multimedia Award for cervical cancer film (2013) Dr. Baez Conde has mentored approximately 300 students across all academic levels and is renowned as a faculty mentor. Her research is continuously funded by NIH (NCI, NIDA), including a transformative R01 grant investigating narrative communication in cancer messaging. She leads community-academic partnerships that secure multimillion-dollar grants for population health initiatives, with recent projects focusing on wildfire health communication and cervical cancer screening in East LA. She directs the Center for Health Enhancement (CenHealth) for crisis communication and leads the "It's Time" cervical cancer screening initiative developed with Art Center College of Design. Her transdisciplinary teams consistently include cinematic arts experts, communication scholars, community health workers, and design specialists, creating innovative health interventions that bridge academic research and community action.
Keith W. Hipel is University Professor of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo, where he serves as Coordinator of the Conflict Analysis Group. He is also Former President of the Academy of Science within the Royal Society of Canada, Senior Fellow of the Centre for International Governance Innovation, and Fellow of the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Hipel's academic journey includes: Doctorate in Civil Engineering (1975), University of Waterloo Master's in Systems Design Engineering (1972), University of Waterloo Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (1970), University of Waterloo Professor Hipel's research centers on developing sophisticated decision-making methodologies for addressing complex interdisciplinary problems at the interface of society, technology, and the environment. His work has pioneered the Graph Model for Conflict Resolution (GMCR), multiple criteria decision analysis, and time series analysis frameworks. These methodologies are systematically applied to critical areas including water resources management, environmental engineering, energy systems, and sustainable development. His recent work has expanded into inverse engineering of decision systems, creating novel connections between conflict resolution and artificial intelligence. Hipel's approach consistently integrates systems thinking with practical applications to solve real-world challenges. An analysis of Hipel's recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward addressing planetary health challenges through advanced conflict resolution methodologies. His work increasingly focuses on climate change impacts, water resource conflicts, and sustainable development using sophisticated graph model techniques. There is a clear evolution from theoretical foundations to practical applications, with growing emphasis on AI integration through inverse engineering. His publications consistently bridge engineering, environmental science, and social sciences to develop implementable solutions for complex system-of-systems problems. Hipel has received exceptional recognition for his scholarly contributions: Officer of the Order of Canada (highest civilian honor) Foreign Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering Japan Society for Promotion of Science Eminent Scientist Award (previously awarded to six Nobel laureates) IEEE SMC Norbert Wiener Award (highest honor in systems engineering) Miroslaw Romanowski Medal and Sir John William Dawson Medal from the Royal Society of Canada Three Honorary Doctorates (France, Hungary, Canada) Professor Hipel has mentored 86 graduate students to completion (37 PhD, 49 Master's), with each graduate securing successful careers in industry, government, or academia. His research has been supported by numerous grants from NSERC, SSHRC, and international funding agencies, enabling the development of influential decision support systems including GMCR II (used by 95 groups in 28 countries) and the McLeod-Hipel Time Series Package. He founded and chairs the International Conferences on Water Resources and Environment Research (ICWRER) and co-chaired the Expert Panel on Energy Use and Climate Change for the Council of Canadian Academies. As Coordinator of Waterloo's Conflict Analysis Group, Hipel leads a dynamic research team that bridges theoretical advances with practical applications across multiple domains. The group has produced seminal textbooks including 'Time Series Modelling of Water Resources and Environmental Systems' and 'Conflict Resolution Using the Graph Model: Strategic Interactions in Competition and Cooperation.' Their decision support systems have been implemented worldwide for addressing environmental conflicts, water resource management challenges, and complex decision-making scenarios requiring interdisciplinary approaches.
Kristin Alfredsson Ågren is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences (HMV), within the Division of Prevention, Rehabilitation and Community Medicine (PRNV). Her work focuses on digital participation and eHealth accessibility for individuals with intellectual disabilities, emphasizing inclusive research methods and co-design approaches. She teaches occupational therapy at undergraduate and advanced levels and collaborates with stakeholders to improve societal participation for marginalized groups. Research interests include digital inclusion, health promotion for disabled youth, and the impact of crises like the pandemic on vulnerable populations. Methodologically, she employs adapted data collection techniques such as supported interviews and cognitive survey adaptations. Key collaborations include a project addressing participation during crises. Publications span 2008-2024, with recent work highlighting eHealth accessibility barriers, co-designed interventions, and pandemic impacts. Notable contributions include comparative studies of internet use patterns among disabled and non-disabled youth in Sweden. Awards are not explicitly listed, though her thesis (2020) was highlighted in university news. Advising involves co-supervising PhD students, while professional activities include leadership roles in interdisciplinary teams. Her Unit of Occupational Therapy focuses on disability-inclusive research across life stages. Future work likely continues exploring technology-mediated support systems and policy advocacy in digital equity.
Dr. Katy Goldstraw is a Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care at Staffordshire University, affiliated with the School of Health, Education, Policing and Sciences. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Health and Social Care, Safeguarding, and Public Health at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her research focuses on participatory anti-poverty approaches, leveraging creative and arts-based methods to empower marginalized communities. Goldstraw holds a PhD in participatory research on voluntary sector responses to austerity. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Education: PhD in Participatory Research (Topic: Voluntary Sector Responses to Austerity) MSc in Relevant Field Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice BA (Hons) Degree Her research interests include participatory anti-poverty strategies, community empowerment through arts-based methods, and the role of the voluntary sector in addressing socioeconomic challenges. Goldstraw’s publications emphasize the inclusion of unheard voices in policy-making and the impact of austerity on vulnerable populations. She has contributed to works on socially distanced activism during the pandemic, lifelong learning initiatives, and co-producing artistic approaches to social cohesion. Goldstraw’s work aligns with institutional accolades such as the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards for Facilities and Social Inclusion, reflecting her commitment to student-centered teaching and socially inclusive practices. She supervises postgraduate research in Health and Social Care, guiding Master’s dissertations and PhDs in social welfare and health policy. Her research has been recognized through grants and collaborations, including projects on sustainable communities and university-community partnerships. Goldstraw’s contributions bridge academic rigor with practical community engagement, emphasizing participatory methodologies to drive systemic change.
Carly McLachlan is a Professor of Climate & Energy Policy at the University of Manchester's School of Engineering. She leads Tyndall Manchester, focusing on policy-relevant climate change research, particularly city-level decarbonization. As Associate Director of the ESRC Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformation (CAST), her work bridges stakeholder engagement, energy systems, and sustainability practices. She has contributed to over 60 publications, including influential guides like Empowering City Decision-Makers (2025) and Carrots, Sticks and Sermons (2023). Her research addresses climate policy implementation, informal waste sectors, and community energy finance. McLachlan has secured grants totaling £multi-million, including leadership in the £1.2M Truly Affordable Housing Finance for Net Zero (2024–2025) and the Tyndall Manchester core program. A recipient of the 2019 Making a Difference Award, she advises UK government bodies and media outlets like BBC Radio on climate policy. Her work aligns with UN SDGs 7 (Clean Energy), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 13 (Climate Action). Education: Ph.D. in Energy Policy (not explicitly stated but implied through roles). Key Projects: Tyndall Manchester, UK Energy Research Centre Phase 3, RACER (Car Emission Reductions). Grants: Over £5M in funding from UKRI and industry partnerships. Research Themes: Urban climate action, stakeholder engagement, renewable energy socio-economics, and carbon budgeting. Recent articles explore city decarbonization strategies, Global South waste systems, and community energy policy. Impact: Advised local governments on adopting carbon budgets and shaped UK climate policy frameworks. Media engagements include BBC Radio discussions on carbon emissions and energy policy.
