Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Transportation

Companies can benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in the field of Transportation in several ways. Firstly, researchers can provide valuable insights and expertise to help companies solve complex transportation challenges. They can also contribute to the development of innovative transportation solutions and technologies. Additionally, academic researchers can assist companies in making data-driven decisions by conducting thorough research and analysis. Collaborating with researchers can also enhance a company's reputation and credibility in the transportation industry. Lastly, academic researchers can offer training and educational programs to help companies stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in transportation.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Transportation include Kostadin Kushlev, Qadri H Shaheen, Jim Samuel, Serena Booth, Ryan Howell, Tensie Whelan, Mark Ryan, Melinda Haughey, Dr. James C. Kaufman, Steve Efe, Martin Brauch, and Susan Gordon.

Kostadin Kushlev

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
13 Years Experience
My research focuses on interventions to improve well-being by promoting better digital habits.
Education

University of British Columbia

PhD, Psychology / August, 2015

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2008

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

University of Virginia

Research Scientist / August, 2015 — August, 2018

Research Expertise (4)
Social Psychology
Communication
Applied Psychology
Human-Computer Interaction
About
I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com

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Qadri H Shaheen

Bethesda, Maryland, United States of America
7 Years Experience
University of Maryland
Education

University of Maryland, College Park

Ph.D., Civil Engineering / June, 2026 (anticipated)

College Park, Maryland, United States of America

Eastern Michigan University

M.S., Construction Management / December, 2018

Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States of America
Experience

University of Maryland

Research and Teaching Assistant / July, 2023 — Present

Eastern Michigan University

Research and Teaching Assistant / September, 2017 — December, 2018

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Transportation
Other Research Expertise (2)
Public Private Partnership
Infrastructure
About
Qadri H shaheen is an experienced researcher and engineer with over 12 years in diverse engineering and consulting projects. Specializing in public-private partnerships, innovative financing and project management in transportation and infrastructure, with a profound participations in global conferences such as TRB and IEEE. Qadri Shaheen received "success by Allah" the most prestigious award from the A. James Clark School of Engineering "Clark Doctoral Fellowship" at the University of Maryland to pursue Ph.D. in Civil Engineering.

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Jim Samuel

11 Years Experience
Associate Professor at Rutgers University
Education

Baruch College

PhD, Information Systems / 2007

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

Rutgers University

Associate Professor / 2021 — Present

Axivest

CIO / 2012 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Transportation
Other Research Expertise (21)
Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Informatics
Machine Learning
NLP NLU NLG Behavioral Finance
And 16 more
About
Jim Samuel is an Associate Professor of Practice and Executive Director of the Informatics Program at the Bloustein School. He is an information and artificial intelligence (AI) scientist, with significant industry experience in finance, technology, entrepreneurship and data analytics. Dr. Samuel’s primary research covers human intelligence and artificial intelligences interaction and information philosophy.  Dr. Samuel’s applied research focuses on the optimal use of big data and smart data driven AI applications, textual analytics, natural language processing and artificially intelligent public opinion informatics. His expertise extends to socioeconomic implications of AI, applied machine learning, social media analytics, AI education and AI bias. Dr. Samuel completed his Ph.D. from the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College – City University of New York, and he also has M.Arch and M.B.A (International Finance) degrees.  Dr. Samuel has worked with large multinational financial services corporations, and advises businesses and organizations on data analytics and AI driven value creation strategies. He is passionate about research driven thought leadership in AI, information philosophy, analytics and informatics. 
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

44 total publications

Pandemic vulnerability index of US cities: A hybrid knowledge-based and data-driven approach

Sustainable Cities and Society / Aug 01, 2023

Rahman, Md. S., Paul, K. C., Rahman, Md. M., Samuel, J., Thill, J.-C., Hossain, Md. A., & Ali, G. G. Md. N. (2023). Pandemic vulnerability index of US cities: A hybrid knowledge-based and data-driven approach. Sustainable Cities and Society, 95, 104570. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2023.104570

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Serena Booth

Cambridge, MA
5 Years Experience
Robotics Research Scientist - MIT
Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

PhD, Robotics / 2024 (anticipated)

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Harvard University

BS, Computer Science / 2016

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Experience

MIT

Research Scientist / 2018 — Present

Research Expertise (8)
human-robot interaction
Artificial Intelligence
reward design
explainable AI
Computer Science Applications
And 3 more
About
Serena Booth is a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She received her Ph.D. in robotics from MIT in 2024 and her BS in computer science from Harvard University in 2016. Her research focuses on developing new methods for robotic control and learning.

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
18 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Education

University of California, Riverside

PhD, Social / Personality Psychology Division / 2005

Riverside, California, United States of America

University of California, Riverside

MA, Social / Personality Psychology / 2002

Riverside, California, United States of America

Westmont College

BSc, Psychology / 1998

Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
Experience

San Francisco State University, Department of Psychology

Associate Professor / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (34)
Happiness
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
History and Philosophy of Science
Applied Psychology
And 29 more
About
Dr. Ryan Howell is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University. His research interests include the psychology of goals and how people pursue and achieve them. Dr. Howell received his PhD in Social/Personality Psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2005.

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Tensie Whelan

23 Years Experience
Director, Center for Sustainable Business - NYU Stern School of Business
Education

Harvard University

OPM, Business School

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

American University

MA International Communication, School of International Service

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America

New York University

BA Political Science, College of Arts and Sciences

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

New York University Stern School of Business

Director, Clinical Professor / November, 2015 — Present

Rainforest Alliance

President / 2000 — 2015

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Transportation
Other Research Expertise (19)
sustainability
Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
Nature and Landscape Conservation
Pollution
And 14 more
About
Tensie Whelan is the Director of the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business, where she is bringing her 25 years of experience working on local, national and international sustainability issues to engage businesses in proactive and innovative mainstreaming of sustainability. Tensie has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics and was a Citi Fellow in Leadership and Ethics at NYU Stern. Her research interests include ESG investing and sustainable business.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

35 total publications

Ecotourism and certification: setting standards in practice by Martha Honey (ed). Island Press, Washington, DC. 2002. No. of pages: 407. ISBN 1-55963-951-2 (paperback).

International Journal of Tourism Research / Nov 01, 2003

Lück, M. (2003). Ecotourism and certification: setting standards in practice by Martha Honey (ed). Island Press, Washington, DC. 2002. No. of pages: 407. ISBN 1-55963-951-2 (paperback). International Journal of Tourism Research, 5(6), 467–467. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/jtr.457

Managing tourism growth: issues and applications by F. Bosselman, C. Peterson and C. McCarthy, Island Press, Washington, DC, 1999. No. of Pages: 304. ISBN 155963605X.

International Journal of Tourism Research / Jan 01, 2001

Buhalis, D. (2001). Managing tourism growth: issues and applications by F. Bosselman, C. Peterson and C. McCarthy, Island Press, Washington, DC, 1999. No. of Pages: 304. ISBN 155963605X. International Journal of Tourism Research, 3(3), 263–264. https://doi.org/10.1002/jtr.272

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Mark Ryan

7 Years Experience
Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research
Education

National University of Ireland, Galway

PhD, Ethics - AI / 2015

Galway

National University of Ireland, Galway

MA, Philosophy / 2010

Galway

Carlow University

BA, Philosophy / 2008

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Wageningen University and Research Wageningen Economic Research

Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research / August, 2020 — Present

He specialises in the ethics of AI, data-sharing, and robotics. In his work at Wageningen, his research gives a special attention to ethical and societal concerns of developing and implementing digital technologies

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2019 — 2020

In this position at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Dr. Barbro Fröding on the ethics of technology, specifically focusing on the ethics of artificial intelligence. As part of my role, I published several international peer-reviewed articles, attended international conferences to disseminate my work, organised internal workshops, and applied for grant funding.

University of Twente

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2018 — 2019

In my position at University of Twente, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Prof. Brey and Dr. Macnish on the prestigious and exciting 3 ½ - year international SHERPA Project that was funded through the European Union Horizon 2020 “Science with and for Society” program with a budget of 3 million euros. It had eleven participating organizations, ranging from universities to industry to human rights organizations, amongst others. The SHERPA project investigated, analyzed and synthesized our understanding of the ways in which Smart Information Systems (SIS - involving big data analytics and artificial intelligence) impact ethics and human rights issues. It developed novel ways of understanding and addressing their challenges, evaluated with stakeholders, and advocated the most desirable and sustainable solutions. My role in this project focused on the ethical evaluation of particular SIS technologies, the companies and organizations that use and implement them, and the societal implications of their widespread adoption and integration. As part of my role, I liaised with international organizations from an array of societal domains and evaluate their use of these emerging technologies.

Research Expertise (34)
Digital Ethics
Philosophy of Technology
Environmental Ethics
AI Ethics
Data Ethics
And 29 more
About
Ryan’s primary research focuses on the ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence and digital technology. He has published numerous papers on the topic, and has presented his work at various international conferences. He is also a member of the Association for Computing Machinery’s (ACM) Committee on Professional Ethics (COPE). Mark was previously a researcher at KTH University (Stockholm), the University of Twente (the Netherlands), and the National University of Ireland, Galway (Ireland). While at Twente, he worked on an interdisciplinary  project (SHERPA), involving 11 partners from 6 European countries. This project was a European Union Horizon 2020 project (2018-2021, budget €3 million) and focused on the ethical, social and human rights implications of smart information systems (data analytics and artificial intelligence) within a European context. He has published on topics, such as the ethics of smart cities, self-driving vehicles, agricultural data analytics, social robotics, and AI. In his previous research, he has also published a 2016 monograph: Human Values, Environmental Ethics and Sustainability.

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Melinda Haughey

5 Years Experience
PhD in Human-Computer Interaction and co-founder of Proxi
Education

University of Washington

PhD, Human Computer Interaction / 2022

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

University of Washington

MS, Human Computer Interaction / 2021

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Texas A&M University

BS, Chemical Engineering / 2015

College Station, Texas, United States of America
Experience

Proxi

Co-Founder & CEO / 2020 — Present

We are the geospatial powerhouse behind transformative, human-centered interactions with the real world. Proxi is powering the future of personalized navigation — providing the easiest software anywhere to build, crowdsource, and share interactive maps for brands, bloggers, coworkers, and communities.

University of Washington

Graduate Researcher / 2018 — 2022

Researching in the emCOMP Lab & Center for an Informed Public

Research Expertise (9)
Human Computer Interaction
Social Media
Misinformation
Disinformation
Journalism
And 4 more
About
Melinda Haughey is a PhD student in Human Computer Interaction at the University of Washington. She is also the co-founder and CEO of Proxi, a startup that is developing a new way to interact with technology using proximity sensors. Prior to her work in HCI, she was a chemical engineer, and she holds a BS from Texas A&M University.

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Dr. James C. Kaufman

10 Years Experience
Professor at University of Connecticut, Expert in Creativity
Education

Yale University

PhD, Cognitive Psychology

New Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
Experience

University of Connecticut

Professor / 2013 — Present

Research Expertise (43)
Creativity
giftedness
personality
intelligence
meaning
And 38 more
About
James C. Kaufman is a Professor of Educational Psychology at the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. He has written or edited more than 50 books. These include: the recently published *The Creativity Advantage* (Cambridge); the forthcoming *Lessons in Creativity from Musical Theatre Characters* (with Dana P. Rowe; Routledge); two editions of *Cambridge Handbook of Creativity* (with Robert J. Sternberg) and five other Cambridge Handbooks; two editions of *Creativity 101* (Springer); and a book on terrible baseball pitchers with his father and a book on pseudoscience with his wife. James has developed many theories, most notably the Four C’s (with Ron Beghetto). He has developed several self-report measures of creativity and is currently focusing on positive outcomes of creativity. James has won many awards, including Mensa’s research award, the Torrance Award from the National Association for Gifted Children, the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children’s International Creativity Award, and APA’s Berlyne, Arnheim, and Farnsworth awards. He co-founded two major journals, *Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts* and *Psychology of Popular Media Culture* and is the current Senior Associate Editor for *Creativity Research Journal*. He has tested Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s creativity on CNN; written the book and lyrics to the musical *Discovering Magenta* (which played NYC and has a cast album); and appeared onscreen, complete with white lab coat, in the comic book documentary *Independents*.

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Steve Efe

AI scientist scientist, technical proposal writer and researcher in engineering materials with over 7 years of success leading small teams of civil and ML engineers, fostering their development and delivering impactful projects.
Education

Morgan State University

Ph.D., Civil Engineering / May, 2016

Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Experience

Morgan State University

Assistant Professor

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Transportation
Other Research Expertise (12)
Mechanical Engineering
Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Civil and Structural Engineering
Building and Construction
Ocean Engineering
And 7 more
About
**Grant writer and USAII Certified AI Scientist (CAIS) and applied researcher in engineering materials** with over 7 years of success leading small teams of ML engineers, fostering their development and delivering impactful projects. With a proven ability to transform innovative ideas into compelling proposals, Steve has become a sought-after professional in the grant writing landscape. His dedication to excellence, strategic approach, and unwavering commitment to securing funding for impactful projects make him a true luminary in the realm of grant acquisition
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

32 total publications

Development of a highway geometry based noise abatement model

Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives / Jun 01, 2021

Shokouhian, M., Owolabi, O., Efe, S., Ikiriko, S., & Tsegaye, T. (2021). Development of a highway geometry based noise abatement model. Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives, 10, 100382. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trip.2021.100382

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Martin Brauch

10 Years Experience
Senior Legal and Economics Researcher, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment
Education

New York University

LLM, Law / 2010

New York, New York, United States of America

Universidade Federal de Pelotas

Bachelor, Law / 2008

Pelotas
Experience

Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment

Lead Researcher / February, 2020 — Present

International Institute for Sustainable Development

Sustainability Law Advisor / 2014 — 2020

Grupo SBS

Attorney / 2013 — 2014

Research Expertise (14)
economics
international law
international investment law
climate change
sustainable development
And 9 more
About
Martin Dietrich Brauch is a Lead Researcher at CCSI. He leads economic and legal research, training, and advisory work, with a focus on legal and policy frameworks and practices for sustainable investment to achieve climate change mitigation and adaptation goals—including through decarbonization and a just transition to net-zero emission energy systems and economies—along with other SDGs.

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Susan Gordon

Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America
Associate Professor at the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Purdue University
Education

Purdue University West Lafayette

Ph.D, Hospitality and Tourism Management / 2014

West Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America

Boston University Academy

MBA / 2006

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

University of Massachusetts Amherst

B.S., Hospitality Administration / 1996

Amherst Center, Massachusetts, United States of America
Experience

Purdue University

Associate Professor / 2022 — Present

Associate Professor, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Transportation
Other Research Expertise (6)
Food Science
Strategy and Management
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
Development
Education
And 1 more
About
Dr. Susan Gordon is an Associate Professor in the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Purdue University, where she received her Ph.D. in Hospitality & Tourism Management in August 2014. Dr. Gordon also holds a Masters in Business Administration from Boston University, received May 2006, and a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, received May 1996. Prior to her faculty appointment at Purdue University, Dr. Gordon was an Assistant Professor in the College of Hospitality & Tourism Leadership at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee. Dr. Gordon has over ten years of hospitality industry experience. Most recently, she was the Human Resources Manager for an 800-room hotel with Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Boston, MA. Dr. Gordon has also worked for Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL where she was a Labor Manager responsible for the scheduling, payroll, and personnel management processes for a 1900-room resort, the WDW resort call center, and the WDW catering line of business. Prior to that position, she held the positions of Front Desk Manager, Bell Services Manager, and Housekeeping Manager for four different Disney resorts. Dr. Gordon’s research area is primarily human resources and she is particularly interested in employee wellbeing and perceived supervisor support. Dr. Gordon also conducts research in lodging operations. Her work has been published in several hospitality journals including the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, International Journal of Hospitality Administration, Journal of Human Resources in Hospitality & Tourism, Tourism Analysis, and the Journal of Foodservice Business Research.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

14 total publications

Momentary well-being matters: Daily fluctuations in hotel employees’ turnover intention

Tourism Management / Apr 01, 2021

Shi, X., Gordon, S., & Tang, C.-H. (2021). Momentary well-being matters: Daily fluctuations in hotel employees’ turnover intention. Tourism Management, 83, 104212. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tourman.2020.104212

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Example Transportation projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Transportation?

Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency

An academic researcher can work with a company to analyze their supply chain operations and identify areas for improvement. By applying transportation optimization techniques and advanced analytics, the researcher can help the company streamline their supply chain, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.

Developing Sustainable Transportation Solutions

Collaborating with an academic researcher can enable a company to develop sustainable transportation solutions. The researcher can conduct studies on alternative fuels, electric vehicles, and other eco-friendly transportation options, helping the company reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to environmental sustainability.

Enhancing Urban Mobility

An academic researcher can assist a company in improving urban mobility by analyzing traffic patterns, studying public transportation systems, and developing innovative solutions. This collaboration can lead to the development of efficient transportation networks, reducing congestion and improving the overall quality of life in cities.

Implementing Intelligent Transportation Systems

By collaborating with an academic researcher, a company can leverage the expertise in intelligent transportation systems (ITS). The researcher can help the company implement ITS technologies such as traffic management systems, smart parking solutions, and connected vehicle systems, enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability in transportation.

Analyzing Transportation Data for Insights

Academic researchers can assist companies in analyzing transportation data to gain valuable insights. By applying statistical analysis and data mining techniques, researchers can help companies identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement in their transportation operations, leading to better decision-making and strategic planning.