Benjamin Wu | Transportation Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Benjamin Wu | Transportation Management | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer at Lingnan University, Hong Kong

Summary:

Dr. Benjamin Wu is an accomplished academic and educator with a robust background in finance, business administration, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management. He has extensive experience lecturing and developing courses at various universities worldwide, with a particular focus on aviation ESG, finance, and business law. Known for his passion for mentoring and inspiring students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Dr. Wu excels in curriculum development, research supervision, and academic leadership.

Dr. Wu is also recognized for his research contributions in ESG management, institutional entrepreneurship, and environmental innovation, particularly in the aviation industry. He has published widely in esteemed journals and is actively involved in professional boards and committees.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

  • Ph.D. in Business – RMIT University (2023)
  • Master of Tax – Australian & International Tax – University of Melbourne (2013)
  • Master of Science in Professional Accounting & Corporate Governance – City University of Hong Kong (2007)
  • Graduate Diploma in Education – Business Education – University of Melbourne (2005)

Career Highlights & Achievements

  • Led the development and coordination of the Environmental Economics and Policy undergraduate elective at Southern Cross University.
  • Contributed to raising the profile of Lingnan University’s Department of Accountancy through strategic research projects.
  • Delivered several AACSB-recognized intellectual contributions while working at Lingnan University.
  • Conducted a comprehensive review and update of the ACT502 course content, leading to a significant increase in student performance.
  • Developed new course features based on insights from the Babson College Experiential Learning Program.
  • Awarded the RMIT College of Business & Law Teaching Excellence Award for his work in LAW2453 Taxation I (2019).
  • Secured the CPA Australia International Tuition Fee Scholarship for his taxation expertise (2010).

Appointments

  • Visiting Scholar – College of Global Studies, Kyung Hee University, South Korea (2020 – Present)
  • Board Member – Master of Accountancy Program, Lingnan University (2021 – Present)
  • Board Member – Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons), Accountancy Stream, Lingnan University (2021 – Present)

Lecturing & Teaching Experience

Dr. Wu has taught a wide array of courses, including but not limited to:

  • BUS2107 Legal Assets of Business
  • BUS1103 Financial Accounting
  • ACT502 Business & Company Law (Master of Accountancy)
  • ESG504 Laws, Ethics and Policy of ESG (Master of Science in ESG Management)

Research Interests:

  • ESG Management
  • Institutional Entrepreneurship
  • Environmental Innovation
  • Emission Trading Regulations
  • Aviation Environmental Management
  • International Financial Tax Law

Top Noted Publication:

Institutional Entrepreneurship and Carbon Reduction Practices − Evidence from South Korea Aviation Industry

  • Journal: Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment
  • Publication Date: 2024-11-01
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.trd.2024.104394
  • Contributors: Benjamin Wu, Ling Mei Cong, Maggie Pan Williams, Suhyung Lee
  • Abstract: This journal article explores how institutional entrepreneurs within the South Korean aviation industry implement carbon reduction practices. The paper provides empirical evidence of the challenges and successes in aligning the aviation sector with international environmental standards.

The Enabling Roles and Temporal Conditions in relation to the Organized Collective of Institutional Entrepreneurship in the Aviation Industry

  • Conference: 25th Air Transport Research Society World Conference
  • Location: Antwerpen, Belgium
  • Date: 2022-08-26
  • Role: Writing – original draft, Writing – review & editing, Investigation
  • Contributor: Benjamin Wu
  • Abstract: This conference paper presents a study on the enabling roles and temporal conditions of institutional entrepreneurs in the aviation industry. Two case studies on legacy airlines in Northeast Asia are analyzed to demonstrate the influence of institutional entrepreneurship on industry practices.

A Balancing Act of Institutional Entrepreneurs Between Politics and Economic Development

  • Conference: 24th Air Transport Research Society World Conference
  • Location: Sydney, Australia
  • Date: 2021-08-28
  • Role: Writing – original draft, Investigation
  • Contributors: Benjamin Wu, Ling Mei Cong, Maggie Williams
  • Abstract: This paper examines the role of institutional entrepreneurs in balancing political pressures with economic development in the Korean aviation sector. It discusses the Korea Emission Trading Scheme and the efforts by the Korean aviation industry to implement CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation).

Jiangling Wu | Transportation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jiangling Wu | Transportation | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Henan University, China

Summary:

Dr. Jiangling Wu is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of transportation engineering. With a PhD from Chang’an University and postdoctoral research experience at Henan University, he has developed significant expertise in urban air mobility, ITS, travel behavior, and traffic safety. His international experience includes a visiting scholar tenure at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Wu’s research has led to multiple patents and publications, reflecting his innovative approach to addressing contemporary transportation challenges. As a dedicated educator, he has been teaching various undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to the development of future engineers. Dr. Wu continues to push the boundaries of transportation research, focusing on improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban and highway environments.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Postdoctoral Research (2020-2023) in Geography at Henan University, supervised by Professor Yun-feng Kong.

PhD in Transportation Engineering (2012-2017) from Chang’an University, supervised by Professor Sheng-rui Zhang and Professor Bao-jie Yan.

Visiting Scholar (2014-2015) in Transportation Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, supervised by Professor Randy Machemehl and Professor Sheng-rui Zhang.

MS in Transportation Planning and Management (2010-2013) from Chang’an University, supervised by Professor Sheng-rui Zhang and Professor Bao-jie Yan.

BS in Traffic Engineering (2006-2010) from Henan Polytechnic University.

🏢 Professional Experience:

Dr. Jiangling Wu has a robust academic and research background in transportation engineering, with a focus on urban air mobility, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), travel behavior, traffic safety, innovative roadway design, and traffic operations in highway work zones. His postdoctoral research at Henan University, combined with his PhD from Chang’an University and experience as a visiting scholar at the University of Texas at Austin, has equipped him with a deep understanding of transportation systems and their optimization. Dr. Wu has been involved in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, such as Technical English in Civil Engineering, Fundamentals of Traffic Engineering, Roadway Design, and Urban Road and Interchanges.

Research Interests:

Author Metrics:

Dr. Wu is a prolific researcher with numerous publications under peer review and forthcoming in high-impact journals. His work covers a wide range of topics, including bike-sharing demand forecasting, travel mode choices, urban traffic flow prediction, and the effects of gasoline prices on travel behavior. He has authored and co-authored several patents related to roadway intersection designs, lane-changing behavior, and public rental bicycle signs. Dr. Wu’s research outputs have been published in journals such as the Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, PloS ONE, and the International Journal of Pavement Engineering.

Top Noted Publication:

What drives users to accept flying cars for urban air mobility? Findings from an empirical study

  • Authors: Wu, J., He, Q., Singh, A.K., Tian, L.
  • Journal: Journal of Air Transport Management
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 119
  • Article Number: 102645

Bond Slip Effect of Composite Trough Beam with Corrugated Steel Web Wrapped with Steel Plate and its Influence on Displacement Under Different Loading Conditions

  • Authors: Tian, L., Dong, Z., Xiong, Y., Wu, J.
  • Journal: International Journal of Civil Engineering
  • Year: 2024
  • Status: Article in Press

Data mining and spatio-temporal characteristics of urban road traffic emissions: A case study in Shijiazhuang, China

  • Authors: Ren, L., Guo, X., Wu, J., Singh, A.K.
  • Journal: PLoS ONE
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 18
  • Issue: 12 (December)
  • Article Number: e0295664

Application of ALINEA Ramp Control Algorithm for Type-C Weaving Sections

  • Authors: Wu, J., Wang, H., Singh, A.K., Yuan, Y.
  • Conference: CICTP 2020: Transportation Evolution Impacting Future Mobility – Selected Papers from the 20th COTA International Conference of Transportation Professionals
  • Year: 2020
  • Pages: 2596–2609

Elastic analysis of tradable credits program considering multiple commuting methods

  • Authors: Sun, Z., Zhang, S., Wu, J., Li, Y., Zhao, W.
  • Journal: Xi’an Jianzhu Keji Daxue Xuebao/Journal of Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 50
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 381–388