جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Timber Construction
• Circular Construction & Reuse
• Sustainability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sonja Geier is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture (HSLU T&A), specializing in architecture and sustainable construction. She holds a Diplom in Architecture from TU Graz (1991-2000) and a PhD from TU München (2015-2018). She is Deputy Head of the Competence Center Typology & Planning in Architecture (CCTP) and a Guest Professor at the University of Stuttgart's Institute for Construction (IBK), focusing on innovations in timber construction. Her professional competencies include timber construction, circular economy, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has advised numerous national and international research programs, including the Scientific Board of the Sustainable Built Environment (sbe 2022) and the Austrian State Prize for Architecture and Sustainability. Research interests center on circular construction, sustainable materials, and innovative processes in timber. Notable projects include circularWOOD (circular economy in timber) and leanWOOD (process optimization). Her work emphasizes dialogue-driven design and resource efficiency. Recent publications highlight advancements in timber reuse, BIM integration, and policy frameworks. She has been awarded the DGNB Sustainability Challenge 2024 for circularWOOD . Professional roles include membership in the Swiss Wood Innovation Network (S-WIN) and the EUSALP Action Group for Strategic Sectors.

Papadakis Nikolaosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Databases
• Artificial Intelligence
• Software Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nikolaos Papadakis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU). He holds additional roles including Vice President of the Department of Social Work at HMU and Head of the Telecommunication and Informatic Technology team at the same department. His academic journey includes a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Cyprus (1997), an MSc from the University of Crete (1999), and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Crete (2004). Prior to HMU, he held visiting professorships at the University of Crete, Technical University of Crete, and Technological Educational Institute of Crete, alongside research contributions at FORTH from 1997-2006. His research focuses on Databases and Knowledge Representation Artificial Intelligence Applications Semantic Web Technologies Software Engineering Methodologies Distributed Algorithms and Communication Protocols Renewable Energy Systems (wind, solar, energy efficiency) Notable projects include the SAVE initiative for net-zero sports facilities and studies on wind turbine blade optimization. His work bridges theoretical computer science with applied engineering solutions. Recent publications emphasize sustainable energy systems, composite material analysis, and quantum optics technologies. He maintains active collaborations in interdisciplinary areas such as epidemiological data modeling and space optical systems development. His career trajectory includes tenure at the Technological Educational Institute of Crete (2009-2019), reflecting a consistent commitment to academic innovation and applied research. Current research continues to explore emerging trends in renewable energy integration and advanced material science.

Marc Ó Riainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sustainable Architecture
• Energy Efficiency
• Building Retrofit
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc Ó Riain is a Lecturer in Architecture at Cork Institute of Technology (CIT). He holds roles such as President Emeritus of the Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI) and Director of Design Enterprise Skillsnet. His academic background includes a PhD in Net Zero Energy Building Retrofit from University College Cork (2017) and an MSc in Architecture (2013). He is a Registered Designer in Ireland and a Fellow of the IDI. His research focuses on sustainable building design, energy efficiency, and retrofitting of historical structures, particularly precast concrete buildings from the 1960s. Notable projects include the Zero2020 retrofit initiative, which aimed to achieve net-zero energy performance in commercial buildings. He has authored numerous papers on topics like passive house design, Brutalist architecture critique, and the socio-political context of educational buildings. Awards include the IDI Grand Prix, World Interiors Awards, and multiple sustainability accolades. He has held leadership positions in design organizations and contributed to national initiatives like Irish Design 2015. His work bridges theoretical research and practical solutions, emphasizing the urgent need for low-energy building practices in the face of climate change. Key areas of expertise include net-zero energy design, building envelope retrofitting, and the historical legacy of architectural movements. His publications span academic journals, conference proceedings, and industry articles in Passive House Plus Magazine, highlighting both technical innovations and broader sustainability challenges.

• Macroeconomic Modelling
• Energy Policy Analysis
• Climate Change Mitigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yeliz Simsek is a Research Fellow at the School of Engineering and the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions, specializing in decarbonisation trajectory modeling and system interactions. Previously at the University of Exeter (UK), her work focuses on macroeconomic, energy, and environmental modeling with applications to climate policy analysis, sustainable development goals, and socio-technical energy transitions. She has collaborated internationally across Turkey, Spain, Chile, and the UK, contributing to EU Horizon 2020 and UK government projects like UK-SSP. Her research addresses structural economic change, inequality in climate policy impacts, and low-carbon transition pathways. Research Interests Energy Policy Analysis Climate Change Mitigation Strategies Sustainable Development Goals Integration Structural Economic Shifts Renewable Energy Deployment Key Contributions Her publications span Energy Policy , Nature Climate Change , and Renewable Energy , analyzing policy instruments, energy system modeling, and decarbonization scenarios. Recent work includes assessments of mini-grid policies, inequality impacts of climate policies, and low-carbon transitions in Australia and Chile. Projects Modelling Comprehensive Climate Action in Australia (2024-2025) Initiative for an Open Climate Change Model for Indonesia (2023-2024) Affiliations Member of the Climate Economics and Policy Research Group and Energy Economics and Policy Team at ANU.

• Climate Policy
• Social Conflict Analysis
• Energy Transition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Bec Colvin is a social scientist and academic at the Australian National University's Crawford School of Public Policy, where she leads the Resources, Environment & Development Group. Her research focuses on the social and political dimensions of climate policy and energy transition, particularly through the lens of social identity theory. She explores conflicts around renewable energy, coal, and climate policy in diverse settings, including community-level dynamics and national policy frameworks. Colvin holds two major grants: an Australian Research Council Discovery Project (2022-2025) analyzing the role of unconventional advocates (e.g., farmers, conservatives) in shaping climate policy opinions, and an Early Career Researcher Award (2023-2026) to develop community-led dialogue strategies in coal-producing regions. She teaches climate policy communication, research methods, and leads the Master of Climate Change program as Co-Convener. Her research interests span social-political conflict in environmental issues, identity-based policy engagement, energy transition challenges, and effective climate communication strategies. She serves on the editorial board of Environmental Research Letters and frequently contributes to media discussions on climate and energy topics. Colvin’s work emphasizes bridging gaps between science, policy, and communities, with a focus on equitable transitions in contested regions. Her grants and publications reflect a commitment to understanding and addressing the societal dimensions of climate action.

Sahar Mirzaieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Building Design
• Energy Efficiency Retrofit Strategies
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sahar Mirzaie is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University’s Institute for Sustainable Built Environment, part of the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. She specializes in data-driven retrofit strategies, life cycle assessment (LCA), and digital tools for decarbonizing the built environment. Her work bridges policy, industry, and academia to accelerate net-zero transitions and energy justice. She holds a PhD in Construction Management, is an ONS-accredited researcher, and holds certifications including LEED Accredited Professional and Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA). Her research focuses on three themes: data-driven retrofit design, automation of decarbonization tools, and policy integration of circular economy principles. Mirzaie has secured grants from the Edinburgh Research Partnership in Engineering (ERPE), EPSRC, and the Research Culture Enhancement Fund. She leads interdisciplinary projects like the C-DICE Networking Sprint Award for a Net Zero Digital Twin Alliance. Her industry experience includes software development at arbnco Ltd and sustainability consultancy for LEED/BREEAM certifications. Her research outputs span lifecycle performance analysis, energy efficiency platforms, and circular economy modeling. Awards include AFHEA and LEED accreditation, reflecting her academic and professional contributions to sustainable building science.

Kacarska Marijaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electrical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Power Systems Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kacarska Marija is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University Ss Cyril and Methodius in Skopje, Macedonia. She holds a PhD (1998), MSc (1988), and BSc (1978) in Electrical Engineering from the same institution. Her career spans over four decades, including roles as a Teaching Assistant (1978–2001) and Assistant Professor since 2001. Her research focuses on electrical engineering applications, including renewable energy systems, power systems analysis, electromagnetic compatibility, and smart grid technologies. She has contributed to studies on photovoltaic integration, battery management, and electromagnetic field effects on humans. Her work emphasizes energy storage solutions, grounding systems for renewable installations, and wireless energy management platforms. Notable projects include the PV-ESTIA initiative for building energy storage and the development of systems to monitor low-frequency magnetic fields. Her expertise also extends to computational methods for electrical impedance tomography and contingency analysis in power systems. Her publications reflect a multidisciplinary approach, bridging electrical engineering with environmental sustainability and medical applications. She has pioneered VR-based systems for visualizing electromagnetic influences on humans, particularly near high-voltage lines and in cellular telecommunications. Her contributions aim to enhance energy efficiency, grid stability, and public health through advanced engineering solutions.

Riccardo Basosiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical Chemistry
• Renewable Energy
• Sustainable Energy Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Riccardo Basosi is a Full Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Siena, Italy. He holds roles as MUR Delegate for the EU SET Plan and Vice President of ENEA's National Techno-Scientific Council. His expertise spans physical chemistry, sustainable energy systems, and energy policy. Research Focus: Specializes in life cycle assessment (LCA) of energy processes, renewable energy technologies, and energy efficiency. Active in photovoltaic cell development, biocatalysis mechanisms, and EPR studies on ion transport. His work intersects environmental science and sustainable urban planning. Awards: Recipient of the 2014 SCI Gold Medal and co-recipient of the World Energy Globe Award 2014. He chairs major conferences like the VIII SET Plan Conference (2014) and serves on editorial boards for journals like Highlights of Sustainability and International Journal of Solar Energy Research . Administration: Former Deputy Rector for Energy (1995–2017), advisor to Italian ministries on decarbonization, and participant in G7 energy dialogues (2015–2017). Leads initiatives on smart grid optimization and energy policy integration.

Gokul Iyerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Integrated modeling
• Technological change
• Sustainable development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gokul Iyer is a Researcher and Fellow at the University of Maryland's Center for Global Sustainability, with a joint appointment at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's Joint Global Change Research Institute. His research focuses on energy, land, and water systems modeling to explore decarbonization strategies, technology diffusion, and sustainable development. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Policy from the University of Maryland, an M.S. in Energy Systems Engineering from IIT Bombay, and a B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology. Education : PhD (Environmental Policy, UMD), M.S. (Energy Systems Engineering, IIT Bombay), B.E. (Electrical & Electronics Engineering) Research interests include integrated assessment modeling, climate policy design, and synergies between climate and health outcomes. He contributes to the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report and serves on the editorial board of Energy and Climate Change . Recent publications emphasize climate mitigation pathways, policy impacts on emissions, and equity in energy transitions. His work highlights the role of electrification, emission trading schemes, and subnational climate actions. Awards : Contributing Author to IPCC AR6 Advising : Advises on decarbonization strategies for nations like India and Indonesia Labs/Teams : Center for Global Sustainability, Joint Global Change Research Institute

Sha Yuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate change mitigation
• Sustainable finance
• Energy and environmental policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sha Yu is a Research Fellow at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy and Center for Global Sustainability, with a concurrent role as Research Scientist at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Joint Global Change Research Institute. She holds an MS and PhD in Energy Policy from the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on: Climate change mitigation strategies Sustainable finance mechanisms Energy and environmental policy design Integrated assessment modeling (notably GCAM-China) Sectoral decarbonization pathways (buildings/industry) Smart cities and climate governance Her publications emphasize climate policy in China and the U.S., with recurring themes in decarbonization modeling, renewable investment, industrial transitions, and air quality co-benefits. Research employs integrated assessment frameworks to analyze subnational and cross-border policy impacts. She leads collaborative initiatives under U.S.-China and U.S.-India climate partnerships, working with governments and businesses to advance clean energy policies across Asia. Current projects include net-zero building retrofits and industrial decarbonization pathways.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Economic Policy
• Tourism Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Judit Zoltan is an Assistant Professor (fixed-term) in the Department of Economics at the University of Bologna. Her academic discipline focuses on Economic Policy (ECON-02/A). She teaches courses such as 'Green Transition for Sustainable Destinations,' 'Principles of Management,' and 'Tourist Behavior,' emphasizing sustainability and policy applications. Her research interests center on sustainable tourism development, urban requalification effects on tourism, and traveler behavior analysis. Recent work explores air traveler preferences for weight-based pricing, intermodal transport in peripheral urban areas, and green transitions in coastal destinations. She has contributed to understanding spatial behavior of tourists through destination card consumption and policy frameworks for net-zero cities. Dr. Zoltan holds office hours every Thursday at 3 PM. Her publications span environmental economics, transportation studies, and hospitality management, with a focus on bridging policy and practical tourism challenges.

Godawatte Arachchige Gimhan Rathnagee Godawatteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Systems Thinking
• Megaprojects
• Net-Zero Carbon
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Godawatte Arachchige Gimhan Rathnagee Godawatte is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. He holds a PhD in Construction Management and teaches courses in quantity surveying and project management. His research focuses on systems thinking, megaprojects, and net-zero carbon delivery, addressing challenges in cost control and sustainable development. BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management (2012), Liverpool John Moores University MSc Construction Project Management (2013), Liverpool John Moores University MSc Quantity Surveying (2015), Glasgow Caledonian University PhD Construction Management (2020), Heriot-Watt University PGCert in Teaching and Learning (2023), Heriot-Watt University Research interests include system dynamics, AI applications in construction, and net-zero policy challenges for project professionals. He leads the APM-funded project 'Net-zero carbon and the project manager' (£5K) and supervises multiple PhD students exploring topics like cost optimization in oil and gas megaprojects. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as 'Cost Control Principles' and 'Measurement and Cost Evaluation,' along with academic mentoring. He also engages in outreach via the LEAPS Global Impact Challenge to promote higher education access. Affiliated with the Gamification and Systems Thinking Lab at the University of Edinburgh's Business School, his work aligns with UN SDGs, particularly sustainable cities and climate action.

Eduardo Navarro Bringasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Development
• Built Environment
• Carbon Emissions Reduction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eduardo Navarro Bringas is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, affiliated with the Institute for Sustainable Building Design. His research focuses on sustainable development, carbon emissions reduction, and project management challenges in construction. He is actively involved in advancing net-zero strategies and digital twin technologies in the built environment. He accepts PhD students and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and sustainable communities. Research interests include leveraging digital twins for occupancy-centric design, analyzing net-zero transitions in major projects, and applying sociotechnical systems approaches to learning spaces and campus developments. His work bridges environmental science, engineering, and project management to address global sustainability challenges. Recent articles highlight thematic analysis of net-zero project management, digital twin applications in smart buildings, and scientometric reviews of carbon emission reduction efforts. His contributions emphasize practical solutions for decarbonizing infrastructure and enhancing building performance through innovation.

Tarek Ranaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Management Accounting
• Sustainability Accounting
• Business Analytics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tarek Rana is an Associate Professor of Accounting at RMIT University's School of Accounting, Information Systems and Supply Chain. He holds a PhD from UNSW Australia, MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, and B.Com/M.Com degrees from the University of Dhaka. With over 10 years of teaching experience, he developed RMIT's Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization course. His research focuses on ESG accounting, sustainability practices, and the intersection of technology with management accounting. He has been awarded research excellence by his university's Dean and College. Professional Experience: Former senior manager/partner in Australian accounting firms, with expertise in taxation, auditing, and risk management. Served on executive committees for CPA Australia, CIMA Victoria Branch (2019-2022), and other professional bodies. Research Interests: Sustainability accounting, ESG integration, public sector management, business analytics, and machine learning applications in accounting. His work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals like climate action, responsible consumption, and clean energy. Collaborations: Editing special issues in top journals, co-authoring over 100 publications including books on ESG and carbon accounting. Currently serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Accounting and Organizational Change .

Ruby Christine Mathewمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Gender and Organizational Studies
• Sustainability and Business Strategy
• Higher Education Organizational Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ruby Christine Mathew is a Lecturer and Lead of the MSc Human Resource Management Programme at York Business School, York St John University. She holds a Doctorate in Management from the University of York (2022) and is a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (HEA). Her research focuses on gender equality frameworks in academia, organizational culture in higher education, and business sustainability strategies. She has conducted impactful studies on Athena Swan accreditation’s influence on gendered academic environments and contributed to regional net-zero carbon initiatives in North Yorkshire. Dr. Mathew teaches modules such as Global Business Strategy and Sustainable Business Practices, and supervises research students in business and management. Her work bridges gender studies and organizational behavior, with recent presentations at the University Forum for Human Resource Development and the National College of Ireland. She is a member of York Business School’s PiES research group, examining employment dynamics. Notable publications include analyses of post-pandemic higher education organizational culture and barriers to net-zero transitions in UK businesses.