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Dr. Shady Adib - Researcher & Assistant Professor 

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Shady Adib - Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering - University of Hertfordshire 

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Shady Adib - Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering - University of Hertfordshire 

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I am Shady Adib, an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire (hosted by GAF in Egypt). I am also a Visiting Researcher at University College London (UCL) and collaborate with Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). I completed my PhD in Civil Engineering at Newcastle University. I am a researcher working at the intersection of civil engineering, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence.

My research focuses on Digital Twin technologies for infrastructure, particularly the development of self-generating digital twins enhanced by physics-informed machine learning and generative AI. My work aims to enable real-time structural health monitoring, predictive maintenance, and resilience of infrastructure systems (e.g., bridges), with increasing emphasis on sustainability, decarbonisation, and whole-life performance assessment. I am particularly interested in integrating sensing systems (IoT/IoE), data-driven models, and system-level optimisation frameworks to support smarter and more sustainable infrastructure.

I am interested in collaborating on:

Feasibility Studies

Demonstrator Calls

Knowledge Exchange Placements

particularly in areas linking Digital Twins, sustainability, circular economy, infrastructure resilience, and AI-driven asset management.

Contact details
Email: s.adib@herts.ac.uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shady-adib-ph-d-afhea-a8780a12a/

Website:

https://shadya93.github.io/Shady_Adib_Portfolio/

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Dr Eduardo Rico -Imperial College London

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Dr Eduardo Rico -Imperial College London

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I am a researcher at Imperial College London. I am currently looking at Integrated Water Systems Modelling for Data Centre Cooling. I have experience in Hydrological modelling and LLM agent-based modelling for spatial planning. I have also worked in landscape planning and am currently developing solutions for AI-based recommendation systems in farming.

Looking for collaboration on:

Digital twins for water systems integration

Data centre cooling

LLM-based planning tools

e.rico-carranza@imperial.ac.uk

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Muhammad Danish | Executive Director & Sustainable Infrastructure Specialist

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Muhammad Danish | Executive Director & Sustainable Infrastructure Specialist

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Professional Profile

I am a senior engineering executive with 13 years of leadership in large-scale Sustainable Infrastructure development and material manufacturing. My expertise lies in bridging the gap between high-volume industrial production and long-term structural resilience. I have a proven track record of managing high-value portfolios, including 22-story developments and international donor-funded (ADB) flood reconstruction projects.

​Core Industrial Assets & Expertise

​Infrastructure Portfolio Oversight: Directed a Multi Millions Dollar portfolio, including 22-story high-rises, Mega Infrastructure and ADB-assisted flood emergency reconstruction on the National Highway.

​Sustainable Material Manufacturing: As Director of S.T.D Ready Mix, providing a deep industrial perspective on the supply chain, production logistics, and scalability of Low-Carbon Concrete.

​Structural Engineering & Rehabilitation: Lead Engineer on bridges, culverts, and flyovers, with extensive experience in asset lifecycle extension.

​Research & Innovation Interests

I am seeking to partner with UK academic institutions as an Industrial Collaborator to transition field-proven expertise into cutting-edge research:

1. ​Low-Carbon Concrete Innovation: Researching Recycled Cementitious Materials (RCM) to develop high-performance, low-carbon binders that meet industrial durability standards.

2. ​Advanced Composite Research (FRP): Investigating the integration of Fiber-Reinforced Polymers for structural strengthening and life-extension of aging infrastructure.

3. ​Digital Twins for Sustainable Infrastructure: Utilizing field data from climate-stressed regions to create live virtual models for predictive maintenance and lifecycle analysis.

4. ​Smart Monitoring Systems: Researching the integration of AI-driven sensors into structural systems for real-time Structural Health Monitoring (SHM).

danishsakhi@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/muhammad-danish-6a7866a1?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_android

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Dr Katharina Burger, Associate Professor in Major Infrastructure Delivery, The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, UCL, katharina.burger@ucl.ac.uk | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kburger/

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I work on decision processes and governance in socio-technical transitions, with a focus on smart and sustainable infrastructure. My research draws on Behavioural Operational Research and problem structuring approaches to understand how digital tools become embedded (or fail to embed) in organisational practice.

I am particularly interested in how circular ambitions translate into real decision processes in complex systems - especially where digital technologies (traceability tools, AI-enabled optimisation, digital twins, lifecycle platforms) intersect with the built environment.

I am interested in feasibility studies that ask:

- Where do circular ambitions break down in real decision pipelines?

- What governance or behavioural barriers prevent adoption of digital circular tools?

- How can digital traceability, lifecycle data, or optimisation tools be designed to survive commercial and operational pressures?

This could involve:

- Mapping decision and material flows

- Identifying adoption bottlenecks

- Co-designing a lightweight demonstrator or decision-support concept

- Testing organisational feasibility with practitioners

Particularly keen to connect with:

- Infrastructure operators

- Organisations exploring digital traceability of materials

- Asset managers dealing with lifecycle extension

- Policy or standards stakeholders working on circular governance

Contact: katharina.burger@ucl.ac.uk

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kburger/

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I am:

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter

Focus:

I’m developing decision/control technologies that couple mine–plant operations (extraction, haulage, stockpiles, processing) to reduce waste, rehandling, energy use and emissions while improving resource efficiency and recovery. Hence, addressing the sustainable circular economy needs of the mineral sector by adaptive decision making, as real-time data is available from sensors in the mineral industry.

Type of Collaboration:

Looking for a collaborator (industrial partner/agency/researchers) for Demonstrator call.

Contact:

k.muhammad@exeter.ac.uk

Khan Muhammad | LinkedIn

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Dr Renuka ThakoreFounder & CEO, Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) CIC

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Dr Renuka ThakoreFounder & CEO, Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) CIC

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🔵 Seeking Strategic Partnerships in Agriculture, Livestock, Technology & AI

I am looking to collaborate with research institutions, centres, and innovation hubs working in:

Sustainable agriculture

Livestock systems & animal health

Climate-smart farming

Agricultural technology

Artificial Intelligence applications in food systems

As the Founder & CEO of Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN), I lead a multidisciplinary global platform focused on transforming agriculture through systems thinking, climate resilience, and innovation.

What GSFN Does in Transforming Agriculture:

🌱 Climate-Smart & Regenerative Approaches
We support agroecology, regenerative agriculture, and nature-based solutions that improve soil health, biodiversity, and farmer resilience.

🌍 Systems & Policy Integration
We connect agriculture to SDGs, ESG frameworks, climate commitments, and just transition pathways — ensuring alignment between local practices and global sustainability goals.

📊 Digital & Data Innovation
We integrate GIS mapping, carbon monitoring systems, and emerging AI tools to enhance traceability, productivity, and environmental accountability.

🤝 Global Partnerships & Knowledge Exchange
GSFN connects researchers, universities, policymakers, industry, and grassroots actors across multiple countries to co-design scalable solutions.

🌾 Farmer-Centric & Inclusive Models
We prioritise smallholder empowerment, income diversification, local value addition, and equitable supply chain mechanisms.

We are particularly interested in projects that:

Apply AI and precision agriculture tools

Improve livestock sustainability and One Health outcomes

Strengthen carbon and biodiversity measurement systems

Develop circular economy solutions within agri-food systems

If your institution is exploring collaborative research, joint funding proposals, pilot projects, or knowledge exchange initiatives, I would be delighted to connect.

Let’s co-create resilient, technology-enabled, and socially just agricultural systems.

Email: ceo@gsfn.co.uk

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbthakore/

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Dr Renuka Thakore - Think Education For The Future Initiative | LinkedIn

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Dr Renuka Thakore, PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons) PIEMA AFHEA, Founder of Global Sustainable… · Experience: Think Education For The Future Initiative · Education: University of Central Lancashire · Location: Wokingham · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Dr Renuka Thakore’s profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members.

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👋 Vin Sharma - University of Exeter Lecturer & Research Fellow | Circular Economy Transitions

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👋 Vin Sharma - University of Exeter Lecturer & Research Fellow | Circular Economy Transitions

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What I bring I have researched how organisations make circularity work in practice - across automotive, manufacturing, retail, fashion, furniture, healthcare, and beyond through my doctoral and postdoctoral work.

Current work spans NHS MedTech sustainability, Defra's national CE strategy, and multinational automotive and manufacutring organisations mid-transition.

What I'm looking for A partner with a real challenge to solve together. Open to:

Knowledge Exchange Placement

Feasibility Study

Demonstrator project

Open to writing YOUR story as a publishable case study/ report as well.

Sweet spot: Organisations wrestling with the social and organisational side of circular transitions - not just the technical fix.

📧 v.sharma@exeter.ac.uk | 🔗 LinkedIn

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𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 & 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆… · Experience: UCL · Education: University of Exeter · Location: London · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Dr. Vinayak Sharma’s profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members.

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I have a project in the Edutech industry. It's a hardware for all solutions and I'm interested to see whether customers would be interested in buying this. I wish to have research done for it and if anyone interested and calling for collaborations, pls email hello@tm-innovoque.com

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James Wilson - Senior project engineer for sustainability, AMRC North West

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James Wilson - Senior project engineer for sustainability, AMRC North West

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My research is focused on thermal energy storage and heat recovery systems. I am working on a proposal for a feasibility study that will develop low-cost computing systems for control of heat recovery systems for data centres (or similar systems that require cooling) considering novel components such as heat storage and heat networks. The aim of this is to integrate circular use of heat into new developments and existing infrastructure via retrofit.

I would be happy to collaborate with partners on projects based around this idea or similar fields. Please get in touch via my email:

james.s.wilson@sheffield.ac.uk

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Helena Gomes - Assistant Professor in Environmental Engineering, University of Nottingham

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Helena Gomes - Assistant Professor in Environmental Engineering, University of Nottingham

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My research focuses on developing sustainable engineering solutions for resource recovery, with particular emphasis on critical raw materials. I work at the interface of chemical engineering, environmental science and microbiology to design hybrid processes that recover critical and valuable metals from industrial wastes and contaminated environments.

A central theme of my work is the integration of biological, electrochemical and separation technologies—such as bioleaching, electrodialysis and adsorption—to valorise complex waste streams including mining residues, alkaline industrial wastewaters, spent lithium‑ion batteries and automotive catalysts. These technologies are combined with techno‑economic analysis and life‑cycle assessment to ensure that proposed solutions are not only technically effective, but also economically viable and environmentally sustainable.

Happy to collaborate in feasibility studies and/or demonstrator project.

Email: helena.gomes@nottingham.ac.uk

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Shoaib Sarfraz - MTC Manufacturing Futures Fellow, School of Engineering, University of Birmingham

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Shoaib Sarfraz - MTC Manufacturing Futures Fellow, School of Engineering, University of Birmingham

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I work on sustainable manufacturing and industrial decarbonisation, with a focus on how manufacturing systems balance sustainability, resilience, and competitiveness under net-zero and supply-chain pressures. My work combines technical analysis with industry engagement to support practical transition pathways.

I am currently seeking collaborative partners for knowledge exchange placements, feasibility studies, and/or demonstrator calls, particularly with organisations interested in sustainable manufacturing, net-zero transitions, and resilient industrial systems.

Email: s.sarfraz@bham.ac.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoaib-sarfraz/

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Dr Shoaib Sarfraz is an MTC Manufacturing Futures Fellow dedicated to advancing Sustainable Manufacturing practices,focussing on developing manufacturing solutions that minimise environmental impacts.

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Ming Luo - Senior Lecturer in Operations Analytics, University of Bristol Business School

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Ming Luo - Senior Lecturer in Operations Analytics, University of Bristol Business School

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I have expertise in warranty and maintenance, remanufacturing, and uncertainty modelling. I am developing an early-stage feasibility study focused on remanufacturing and circular supply chains, examining strategic decision challenges that arise when recovery and remanufacturing are extended using digital information under uncertainty and heterogeneous operating conditions. The work is exploratory and pre-demonstrator in nature, aimed at clarifying decision boundaries and risk exposure rather than deploying solutions. I am currently seeking collaborative partners from both industry and academia for a DICE feasibility study.

Email: ming.luo@bristol.ac.uk

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Muhammad Mustafa Kamal - Researcher and Head of Operations and Analytics, Exeter Business School

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Muhammad Mustafa Kamal - Researcher and Head of Operations and Analytics, Exeter Business School

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I am exploring the use of digital technologies including data analytics, AI, and digital platforms, combined with the principles of industrial symbiosis to help close the circular economy loop across supply chains and industrial ecosystems. I have a well-developed concept and would welcome the opportunity to discuss it further.

I am currently seeking collaborative partners for a feasibility study and/or a demonstrator call, particularly with stakeholders interested in circular supply chains, net-zero transitions, and digitally enabled sustainability solutions.

Email: m.m.kamal@exeter.ac.uk

I will also include ECRs from my department.

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