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Environmental risks and sustainability

This research, developed jointly with the late Prof. Sally Macgill, is directed towards the development of a new paradigm for risk analysis from first principles approaches. My current research activities include:

• Develop a new risk theory based on system dynamics and knowledge management perspectives
• Model the connections of risk, trust and uncertainty
• Develop dynamic risk models
• Design computer-aided analytical and management tools for the new risk paradigm
• Generate case studies as practical applications
• Explore essential links and indicators between risk and sustainability

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Quality audit for Science

This research was originated from an ESRC research project, focusing on understanding of the knowledge divide between “public understanding of science” and “scientist’s understanding of general public”.
My research activities include:

• Develop a set of criteria to disclose framing assumptions, scientific uncertainties and existing (scientific and social) knowledge gaps
• Design multimedia applications to foster and enhance multi-lateral communication among expert scientists, and between expert scientists and another constituency (e.g. the general public)
• Develop computer-aided application protocols and tools for auditing 'Science'
• Produce case studies as empirical exemplars

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Environmental informatics and modelling

This is my on-going research interest, focusing on using C&IT (computing and information technology) to develop computer models and information systems for environmental analyses. It is a result of 10 years extensive working experience into the fields of energy, transport and the environment.
Examples of my work experience in this area include:

• Design intelligent GIS (geographic information system) computer software for use in water pollution and quality monitoring (for the National Rivers Authority & Yorkshire Water Plc.) and energy resource modelling and planning (a joint EPSRC/ESRC project)
• Produce computer-aided forecasting models linking population dynamics and land-based travel demand
• Model new and used car prices and demand, and fuel consumption
• Develop web-based applications and tools for modal split travel demand surveys
• Design conflict studies on pedestrian safety
• Develop interactive, web-based bus timetable information systems