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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 is an Associate Professor in Business Analytics, Operational Research and Simulation Modelling at the Edinburgh Business School. 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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External positions
Stellenbosch University
Jun 2021 → …
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):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Infrastructure design for a hydrogen refuelling network with pipelines
Searle, K. D., Searle, C. & Kalcsics, J., 4 Mar 2026, In: Journal of the Operational Research Society. 77, 3, p. 908-929 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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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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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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Modelling Low-Carbon Futures: A Passenger Transport Digital Twin
Searle, C. (Speaker)
Apr 2026Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Logistics and operations planning with Médecins Sans Frontières
Searle, C. (Participant)
2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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EURO HOpe Mini Conference
Searle, C. (Participant)
2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
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FeME Climate Challenge
Searle, C. (Organiser)
2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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Bridging Behaviour and Logistics using Agent-based Simulation Modelling
Searle, C. (Speaker)
2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk