Professor Denis Doorly is a Professor of Fluid Mechanics in the Department of Aeronautics at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on biomedical fluid mechanics, particularly respiratory and cardiovascular systems, with expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and aerosol transport. He has published extensively on nasal airflow modeling, cardiovascular MRI simulations, and aerosol dynamics in medical contexts. Key contributions include CFD cohort studies on nasal decongestion effects, benchmarking models for SARS-CoV-2 transmission, and ventilator strategies during the pandemic. Research interests span biological fluid mechanics, biomedical flows, and medical device design. His work integrates computational modeling with clinical applications, addressing issues like tracheal compression, myocardial perfusion, and aerosol extraction during surgeries. Collaborations include studies on isolated heart models and particle deposition in respiratory systems. Affiliations include the Biological Fluid Mechanics and Biomedical Flows groups at Imperial. His publications (139+ articles) highlight interdisciplinary applications of fluid mechanics to healthcare challenges.
Paul-Eric DOSSOU is a Researcher at ICAM’s Grand Paris Sud campus, specializing in Societal and Technological Transitions of Companies. His work focuses on Industry 5.0, decision-aided systems, logistics optimization, and digital twin applications. He leads projects like Plateforme Life, Urban Logistics, and Healthcare 4.0, aiming to enhance SME efficiency through sustainable digital transformation. Expertise includes AI-driven supply chain management, cybersecurity for legacy systems, and robotic solutions for archaeology. He collaborates with industry partners to bridge theoretical research and practical applications, emphasizing human-centric automation and environmental sustainability. Contact: paul-eric.dossou@icam.fr | Mobile: +33 6 17 81 33 43 Research contributions span over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2003, addressing topics from energy audits in the nautical industry to multi-agent systems in supply chain optimization.
Prof. Walter Richtering is a Universitätsprofessor at RWTH Aachen University, affiliated with JARA-SOFT and the Institute of Physical Chemistry (IPC). His research focuses on soft matter physics, colloids, and polymer chemistry with emphasis on microgels, nanogels, and their applications in biomaterials and materials science. He leads the 'Physical Chemistry of Solids' group and contributes to the CRC 985 (Functional Microgels and Microgel Systems). Key interests include quantifying softness in colloids, interfacial phenomena, and developing educational tools like AFM-based microgel experiments for undergraduate labs. Position: Professor of Physical Chemistry Affiliations: JARA-SOFT, IPC RWTH Aachen, CRC 985 Research Groups: Physical Chemistry of Solids, Polymers and Colloids His work explores structure-property relationships in soft materials, including phase behavior under non-equilibrium conditions, thermoresponsive systems, and catalytic microgel applications. Recent studies address microgel mechanics, anisotropic architectures, and filtration technologies.
Rowena Harper is a Professor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) at Edith Cowan University (ECU), where she leads educational strategy, including Library and the Centre for Learning and Teaching. Her portfolio encompasses curriculum innovation, learning technologies, and academic integrity initiatives. Prior roles include Director of ECU's Centre for Learning and Teaching and Associate Director of Curriculum Development at the University of South Australia. Harper holds a PhD, GradCertEd, and BA (Hons). Her research focuses on academic integrity, contract cheating, digital learning, and English language development. She co-founded the International Consortium of Academic Language and Learning Developers (ICALLD) and served as President of the Association for Academic Language and Learning (AALL). Key projects include leading the Learning Management System transition and City Campus Project at ECU. Her articles highlight innovative approaches to combating contract cheating, assessment reform, and digital clinical communication in health education. She emphasizes ethical pedagogy and institutional accountability in addressing academic misconduct.
Dr. Mercedes Taylor is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Maryland, College Park. She holds the Nathan Drake Faculty Fellowship. Previously, she was a Jill Hruby Fellow in National Security Science and Engineering at Sandia National Labs (2018–2021) and a Post-Baccalaureate Intramural Research Training Awardee at the NIH (2011–2013). She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from UC Berkeley (2018) and a B.A. in Chemistry from Amherst College (2011). Her research focuses on synthesizing novel materials like supramolecular cages, covalent organic frameworks, and porous polymers for applications in water purification and critical metal capture. Her lab emphasizes controlling material structure to achieve selectivity for target molecules and enhance aqueous stability. Key projects include ion separations, environmental remediation, and energy storage solutions. Dr. Taylor’s work has been recognized through awards such as the 2024 Doctoral New Investigator Award (ACS), 2023 DOE Separation Science Core Award, and the 2023 Moore Inventor Fellowship. She mentors a dynamic research group, including graduate students and post-baccalaureate researchers, and actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations. Her lab is part of the Taylor Group at UMD, which develops advanced materials for ion capture and water treatment. Alumni of her group include researchers at Sandia National Labs and academic institutions, contributing to both industry and academia.
Inigo Flores Ituarte is a Research Professor at Tampere University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, affiliated with the Automation Technology and Mechanical Engineering department. He leads the Digital Design and Manufacturing (D2M) research lab, focusing on sustainable manufacturing and twin-transition strategies integrating digital and green technologies. His work emphasizes optimization-driven design, additive manufacturing innovations, and AI-driven expert systems to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. Key research pillars include: Pillar 1: Twin-transition in Engineering Design and Manufacturing Processes, addressing sustainable manufacturing and intelligent systems Pillar 2: Development of open D2M systems and Process-Structure-Property-Performance (PSPP) linkages in advanced materials His research explores multi-disciplinary optimization combining model-based simulations and data-driven techniques. Notable contributions include generative AI integration in CAD systems, cognitive manufacturing systems, and cost-effective process monitoring using CNN-based methods. Inigo's work emphasizes environmental sustainability, with a focus on reducing manufacturing's energy consumption (54% of global use) and CO2 emissions. He advocates for interconnected material systems, smart manufacturing processes, and AI-assisted decision-making to achieve cognitive intelligence in industrial operations. His D2M lab's overarching goal is to maximize product/process performance while improving cost-effectiveness and minimizing environmental footprints. Recent projects include railway bogie demonstrators via multi-material deposition and sensor systems leveraging IoT and ChatGPT integration.
Jonn Axsen is a Professor in the School of Resource & Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University (SFU), where he directs the Sustainable Transportation Research Team (START). With an academic career focused on mitigating transportation emissions, he bridges individual decision-making, social systems, technology, and public policy to advance sustainable mobility solutions. BBA, Business Administration (First Class Honours), Simon Fraser University MRM, Resource Management, Simon Fraser University PhD, Transportation Technology and Policy, University of California, Davis His research identifies solutions for decarbonizing road transportation, examining electric vehicles, alternative mobility systems, and policy frameworks. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understand consumer behavior, organizational transitions, and policy effectiveness in achieving zero-emissions vehicle adoption. Recent publications focus on policy mixes for ZEV adoption, automobility reduction, and consumer perceptions of emerging mobility technologies. Key trends include analyzing subsidy effectiveness, automaker responses to regulation, and cross-cultural differences in mobility preferences. His work appears in top venues like Nature Climate Change and Transportation Research Part D . Royal Society of Canada Fellow (2021) International Transport Forum Award (2012) Securing $2M+ in grants from SSHRC, Translink, Tesla, and PICS, Axsen collaborates with organizations including the UN, Transport Canada, and environmental NGOs. He serves as Senior Associate Editor for Energy Research & Social Science and sits on the US National Academies’ Transportation Research Board. The START team at SFU conducts applied research on sustainable transportation, integrating stakeholder insights with academic rigor. Axsen's lab focuses on bridging technical and social dimensions of mobility transitions through mixed-method studies.
Christina Nikitopoulos Sklibosios is an Associate Professor in the Finance Discipline Group at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Business School. She specializes in energy finance, renewable energy economics, sustainable finance, and commodity markets. Her research focuses on analyzing price dynamics and volatility in energy markets, particularly addressing challenges posed by renewable energy integration, green bond markets, and climate transition risks. She has held leadership roles including Finance PhD Program Coordinator (2015–2023) and currently serves on the UTS Business School's Faculty Board and HDR Director (acting). Education: Doctoral and academic background in finance and energy economics (details not explicitly provided in texts). Her research projects include modeling electricity prices in Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM), assessing renewable energy impacts on grid stability, and evaluating green bond premiums. Key grants include ARC grants on energy market volatility and climate risk (2010–2017), and recent awards such as the UTS Strategic Research Accelerator grant (2024–2025) for net-zero decision-making tools. Research interests span energy economics, sustainable finance mechanisms, and commodity market dynamics. She collaborates with international organizations like CEMA, IAEE, and AFFECT, and contributes to policy discussions on energy transition and financial market reforms.
Dr. Debraj Roy is a Visiting Professor at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), affiliated with the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science and the Informatics Institute. His research focuses on agent-based modeling, socio-economic dynamics, environmental resilience, and blockchain technology. He investigates complex systems such as urban slums, disaster recovery, and climate adaptation using computational methods like remote sensing and machine learning. His work bridges theory and practice, offering insights into policy design for sustainable development and social equity. Key research interests include slum dynamics, poverty traps, and the application of blockchain oracles for decentralized systems. He employs advanced techniques such as global sensitivity analysis and manifold learning to explore multi-scale socio-environmental challenges. His recent articles highlight trends in carbon pricing, flood risk valuation, and multi-agent systems. Earlier work concentrated on urban inequality in cities like Bangalore and Mexico City, leveraging geospatial and statistical tools. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed. His advising and team collaborations are unspecified in the provided text.
Professor Liu Xiaogang is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds a B. Eng from Beijing Technology and Business University, M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry from East Carolina University and Northwestern University (USA), respectively, and completed postdoctoral research at MIT. His research focuses on supramolecular coordination chemistry, catalysis, chemical sensors, optogenetics, photon upconversion, and X-ray photonics. Key achievements include pioneering work on metal-organic complexes for optoelectronics and developing advanced X-ray scintillators for medical imaging. Education: B. Eng, Beijing Technology and Business University, China M.Sc. Chemistry, East Carolina University, USA Ph.D. Chemistry, Northwestern University, USA Postdoctoral Associate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA Research Highlights: Professor Liu’s lab has produced groundbreaking advancements in luminescent materials, including directive giant upconversion via supercritical bound states and real-time single-proton counting scintillators. His work bridges chemistry, materials science, and biomedical applications, with notable contributions to photon upconversion, X-ray imaging technologies, and nanotheranostics. Awards: RSC Centenary Prize (2024) President’s Science Award (2016) Advising & Grants: As Principal Investigator of the Liu Lab at NUS, he oversees a dynamic research group focused on cutting-edge nanomaterials and their applications in healthcare and photonics. His grants include support for projects on X-ray luminescence imaging and optogenetic tools. Labs & Teams: The Liu Lab operates within NUS’s Department of Chemistry, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance materials innovation for biomedical and environmental challenges.
Andrea W. Richa is a President's Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), holding positions in the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence (SCAI), Barrett Honors College, and multiple research centers including the Biodesign Institute's Center for Biocomputing, Security, and Society. She specializes in distributed algorithms, programmable matter, and bio-inspired computing. Richa has led major research initiatives, including a DoD MURI award and an NSF CAREER Award, and has delivered keynote speeches at top conferences like DISC and LATIN. Her work focuses on self-organizing particle systems, wireless networks, and algorithmic foundations of active matter. Educations: PhD (Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon University, 1998), M.S. (Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon University, 1995), B.S. (Computer Science, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1989). Research Interests: Distributed algorithms, programmable matter, bio-inspired systems, wireless communication models, graph algorithms, combinatorial optimization, and resource allocation. She leads the Self-Organizing Particle Systems Lab and is part of SCAI's Theory and Algorithms group. Awards: 2024 ASU Mentorship Award, 2021 Mentor of the Year, 2017 SCAI Research Excellence Award, NSF CAREER Award (1999), and multiple grants including DoD MURI. Her research spans theoretical and applied domains, with over 150 publications in top venues. Grants: Current DoD MURI funding (2019-25), NSF awards on Markov chain algorithms and active matter (2021-25), and prior funding on programmable matter (2014-2017). Labs/Teams: SOPS Lab (sops.engineering.asu.edu), contributing to interdisciplinary research in algorithmic matter and bio-inspired systems.
Dr. Rathna Ramanathan is a leading academic and practitioner in intercultural communication and alternative publishing. Currently serving as Provost of Central Saint Martins and UAL Executive Dean for Global Affairs , she has previously held deanships at Central Saint Martins and the Royal College of Art. Based in London but originally from Chennai, India, her work bridges South Asian and global design practices. University of Reading - PhD in Typography and Graphic Communication Central Saint Martins - MA in Communication Design University of Madras - BA Fine Art Her research focuses on intercultural communication and alternative publishing in the Global South, examining how marginalized voices can be amplified through design. She explores the tension between tangible/intangible heritages and contemporary design, and investigates how form, media, and content interact in addressing social/political issues. Recent publications highlight her design research trends in decolonial publishing, critical typography, and intercultural book design. As a design educator , she emphasizes listening, cross-cultural learning, and sustainable practices. Her supervision includes postgraduate research students working on topics like female printers in India, exhibition design, and architectural lettering. Key scientific collaborations include major projects with Tara Books (international design awards), British Council-funded initiatives (Crafting Futures, Going Global Partnership), and the Murty Classical Library of India (Harvard University Press partnership). She consults on Indic typeface design with Adobe and Monotype. Her design lab at Central Saint Martins (M9Design) works with international networks of editors, translators, and type designers. Current team projects focus on digital/print transitions, bilingual typography, and preserving endangered typographic practices through innovative publishing formats.
Dr. Victoria C. P. Chen is a Professor in the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering (IMSE) department at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where she has served since 2002. She previously held positions at the Georgia Institute of Technology from 1993-2001. Dr. Chen has held several leadership roles at UTA, including Interim Department Chair (2012-2014), Director of the Center on Stochastic Modeling, Optimization, & Statistics (COSMOS) (2008-2012, and again from 2017-present), and Director of Doctoral Studies (2019-present). She was also the George & Elizabeth Pickett Professor from 2015-2017 and was inducted into the UT Arlington Academy of Distinguished Teachers in 2019. Dr. Chen is actively involved with INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and the Management Science), where she currently serves as Secretary on the Executive Board. Dr. Chen earned her B.S. in Mathematical Sciences from The Johns Hopkins University, and her M.S. and Ph.D. in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from Cornell University. Her academic journey includes visiting professorships at the University of Genoa, Italy, and Iowa State University. Dr. Chen's research utilizes statistical perspectives to create new methodologies for operations research problems appearing in engineering and science. Her expertise includes the design of experiments, statistical modeling, and data mining, particularly for computer experiments and stochastic optimization. Through her statistics-based approach, she has developed computationally-tractable decision-making methods for many high-dimensional complex systems. Her work spans multiple domains including sustainability, energy, water management, healthcare, and law enforcement. Specific application areas include inventory forecasting, airline optimization, water reservoir networks, wastewater treatment, air quality monitoring, green building design, nurse assignment systems, and pain management programs. Her recent publications demonstrate continued innovation in mixed integer programming for electric vehicle charging stations, vacuum ultraviolet spectroscopy prediction, and sustainable building education. Senior Member, Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) (2024) Data Mining Prize (Lifetime Achievement Award), INFORMS Society on Data Mining (2023) College of Engineering Teaching Award, UT Arlington (2021) Third Place Award, C3.ai COVID-19 Grand Challenge (2020) Academy of Distinguished Teachers, University of Texas at Arlington (2019) George & Elizabeth Pickett Professorship (2015-2017) As an educator and mentor, Dr. Chen has advised over 25 doctoral students across diverse research topics in operations research and systems engineering. She has secured substantial research funding from multiple sources including the National Science Foundation (over $1.5 million in active projects), Environmental Protection Agency, National Institute of Justice, and industry partners like Luminant and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Her current research projects focus on decision analytics for sustainable urban environments, optimization for Texas water management, and statistical methods for pain management programs. She has served as Principal Investigator or Co-PI on more than 20 externally funded research projects totaling over $3 million in funding. Dr. Chen co-founded the Center on Stochastic Modeling, Optimization, & Statistics (COSMOS) at UTA with Dr. H. W. Corley. This research center brings together faculty and students from multiple disciplines to address complex problems through advanced statistical and optimization methods. She also leads interdisciplinary research teams working on projects related to sustainable infrastructure, energy systems, and healthcare optimization, frequently collaborating with researchers from civil engineering, environmental science, and medical fields.
Elias G. Carayannis is a Full Professor of Science, Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship at the George Washington University School of Business (GWSB), Washington, D.C. He serves as Director of Research on Science, Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship at the European Union Research Center (EURC) and co-founder/co-director of the Global and Entrepreneurial Finance Research Institute (GEFRI). His academic journey includes a B.S.C.E.E. from the National Technical University of Athens (1985), M.B.A. and Ph.D. in Management of Technology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1990, 1994). His research focuses on strategic Government-University-Industry partnerships, technology transfer/commercialization, international science policy, and regional economic development. He pioneered the Quintuple Innovation Helix framework, integrating Government, University, Industry, Civil Society, and Environment into innovation ecosystems. Carayannis has authored over 100 academic papers and 16 books with Springer, Edward Elgar, and others, and serves as editor-in-chief for multiple journals and book series. Professionally, he advises global entities like the World Bank, European Commission, and U.S. agencies on innovation and technology strategies. He is fluent in English, French, German, and Greek, with Spanish proficiency. His work emphasizes AI-driven innovation, Industry 5.0/Society 5.0 transitions, and fusion energy policy. He delivers keynote speeches globally on innovation frameworks and sustainable development. Key institutions affiliated include GWSB, EURC, GEFRI, and visiting roles at Jönköping School of Entrepreneurship (Sweden) and Grenoble Ecole de Management (France). His contributions span policy design, entrepreneurship ecosystems, and interdisciplinary approaches to global challenges like climate change and digital transformation.
Mary Stuart is a Lecturer in Zero Carbon at the University of Derby, affiliated with the College of Science and Engineering. Her research focuses on advancing low-cost hyperspectral imaging technologies for environmental applications, particularly in glaciology, peatland ecology, and extreme environment monitoring. She specializes in leveraging smartphone-based platforms and affordable instrumentation to democratize environmental data collection. Key research areas include developing field-deployable systems for ice sheet analysis, peat health assessment, and environmental monitoring in remote locations. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for climate change research through innovative sensor design and calibration techniques. Mary has contributed to over 8 peer-reviewed articles, with notable outputs in journals like Science of The Total Environment and Remote Sensing . Her research outputs have garnered 91 total views and 39 downloads, highlighting the growing interest in accessible environmental sensing technologies. Her current projects explore spectral calibration methods for mobile sensors and the application of low-cost systems in extreme environments. Mary’s work bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world environmental challenges, prioritizing cost-effective solutions for global sustainability efforts.
