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Research interests
Christa's research focus is in sustainability, logistics and human behaviour using operational research, agent-based simulation modelling, and data analytical techniques.
Biography
Christa joined Heriot-Watt University in 2021 as Assistant Professor in Business Analytics. She is the programme director for the MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy and teaches courses in business and data analytics, while conducting research within the Centre for Logistics & Sustainability.
Christa received her PhD in Industrial Engineering in 2019 at Stellenbosch University, where she currently holds an extraordinary senior lecturer position.
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Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
External positions
Stellenbosch University
Jun 2021 → …
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Decision support for multimodal hydrogen refuelling infrastructure design
Searle, C., Searle, K. D. & Kalcsics, J., Aug 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Hydrogen supply chain and refuelling network design: assessment of alternative scenarios for the long-haul road freight in the UK
Raeesi, R., Searle, C., Balta-Ozkan, N., Marsiliani, L., Tian, M. & Greening, P., 2 Jan 2024, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 52, Part B, p. 667-687 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Opinion dynamics beyond social influence
Meylahn, B. V. & Searle, C., Dec 2024, In: Network Science. 12, 4, p. 339-365 27 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The ATHENA framework: Analysis and design of a strategic hydrogen refuelling infrastructure
Searle, C., Searle, K. D., Wang, S. & Greening, P., 2 Jan 2024, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 52, Part B, p. 767-781 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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An agent-based approach towards modelling cost versus CO2 emission trade-offs in multi-modal middle-mile logistics
Huskisson, D., van Vuuren, J. H., Searle, C. & van Eeden, J., 4 Dec 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract
Open Access
Prizes
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Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Searle, C. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Election to learned society
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First place in Data For Refugees Challenge in Safety and Security category
de Kock, C. (Recipient), Frydenlund, E. (Recipient), Yilmaz Şener, M. (Recipient), Boshuijzen-van Burken, C. (Recipient) & Bozdag, E. (Recipient), Jan 2019
Prize: Other distinction
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Operations Research Society of South Africa Category IV Award
de Kock, C. (Recipient), Oct 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Activities
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53rd Annual Conference of the Operations Research Society of South Africa 2024
Searle, C. (Invited speaker)
Aug 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
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Heriot-Watt University Learning and Teaching conference 2023
Searle, C. (Invited speaker)
Jun 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
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Mobilising Investment for Decarbonising UK Freight Transport
Searle, C. (Participant)
Feb 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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10th International Workshop on Sustainable Road Freight 2023
Searle, C. (Invited speaker)
Dec 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference