Stojceska
phd in food engineering – school of biosystems engineering, university college dublin postgraduate certificate in academic practice (pgcap) –manchester metropolitan university bsc in biotechnology and food process engineering - faculty of technology, st. cyril and methodius university of skopje i’m employed as a professor at brunel university london and lead the engineering management and sustainability research group, with research focused on sustainability, resource efficiency, and engineering solutions for industrial systems. my research focuses on developing sustainable, high-impact food systems through the integration of advanced engineering technologies, novel ingredients, and nutritional science. i specialize in the design and optimization of plant-based protein meat alternatives with particular emphasis on improving protein digestibility, iron bioavailability, and overall nutritional quality. a central theme of my work is the application of innovative processing technologies, including extrusion and hybrid thermal systems to improve product functionality, reduce energy consumption, and improve manufacturing efficiency. through these approaches, i aim to deliver clean-label and scalable food solutions that meet evolving consumer demands for health and sustainability. my research also addresses food waste prevention and circular economy strategies, developing resource-efficient processes that minimize environmental impact while maximizing value from raw materials. i employ a combination of in vitro digestive models, advanced analytical techniques, and textural and structural characterization to understand and optimize food performance from processing to consumption. ultimately, my work contributes to building resilient, sustainable food systems, bridging engineering and food science to generate real-world impact across industry, policy, and society. i have an extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary research projects funded by major national and international bodies, including the european union, innovate uk, defra, bbsrc, and the british council. my work spans fundamental research and applied industrial collaboration, contributing to innovation in sustainable production systems. i’m actively involved in doctoral training and research supervision, serving as principal investigator from bul’s side within four bbsrc-funded centers for doctoral training in food systems. i supervise postdoctoral researchers, phd candidates, and meng/msc/bsc students, and am committed to supporting early-career researchers and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. in addition to my research leadership, i’m also a course director for an msc programme and contribute to teaching engineering management, sustainability, and energy systems. i serve on editorial boards of international journals and i’m a member of several professional bodies. i have authored over 100 research outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, conference proceedings, and technical reports, contributing to advancing knowledge and practice in sustainable engineering and food systems. valentina’s main research interests are in the area of food technology, sustainability, resource and energy efficiency. course director: bsem module leader: me5522: environmental legislation: energy and environmental review and audit (msc) me5500: msc dissertation module me5551: management of facilities & engineering contracts (msc) me5507: management of people in eng. activities (msc) me5555: engineering finance & accounting (msc) previous teaching (selected modules) food innovation and product design (msc) food product innovation (bsc) food chemistry (bsc)
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Professor Valentina Stojceska
PhD in Food Engineering – School of Biosystems Engineering, University College Dublin Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) –Manchester Metropolitan University BSc in Biotechnology and Food Process Engineering - Faculty of Technology, St. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje I’m employed as a Professor at Brunel University London and lead the Engineering Management and Sustainability Research Group, with research focused on sustainability, resource efficiency, and engineering solutions for industrial systems. My research focuses on developing sustainable, high-impact food systems through the integration of advanced engineering technologies, novel ingredients, and nutritional science. I specialize in the design and optimization of plant-based protein meat alternatives with particular emphasis on improving protein digestibility, iron bioavailability, and overall nutritional quality. A central theme of my work is the application of innovative processing technologies, including extrusion and hybrid thermal systems to improve product functionality, reduce energy consumption, and improve manufacturing efficiency. Through these approaches, I aim to deliver clean-label and scalable food solutions that meet evolving consumer demands for health and sustainability. My research also addresses food waste prevention and circular economy strategies, developing resource-efficient processes that minimize environmental impact while maximizing value from raw materials. I employ a combination of in vitro digestive models, advanced analytical techniques, and textural and structural characterization to understand and optimize food performance from processing to consumption. Ultimately, my work contributes to building resilient, sustainable food systems, bridging engineering and food science to generate real-world impact across industry, policy, and society. I have an extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary research projects funded by major national and international bodies, including the European Union, Innovate UK, DEFRA, BBSRC, and the British Council. My work spans fundamental research and applied industrial collaboration, contributing to innovation in sustainable production systems. I’m actively involved in doctoral training and research supervision, serving as Principal Investigator from BUL’s side within four BBSRC-funded Centers for Doctoral Training in food systems. I supervise postdoctoral researchers, PhD candidates, and MEng/MSc/BSc students, and am committed to supporting early-career researchers and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to my research leadership, I’m also a Course Director for an MSc programme and contribute to teaching engineering management, sustainability, and energy systems. I serve on editorial boards of international journals and I’m a member of several professional bodies. I have authored over 100 research outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, conference proceedings, and technical reports, contributing to advancing knowledge and practice in sustainable engineering and food systems. Valentina’s main research interests are in the area of food technology, sustainability, resource and energy efficiency. Course director: BSEM Module leader: ME5522: Environmental Legislation: Energy and Environmental Review and Audit (MSc) ME5500: MSc Dissertation Module ME5551: Management of Facilities & Engineering Contracts (MSc) ME5507: Management of People in Eng. Activities (MSc) ME5555: Engineering Finance & Accounting (MSc) Previous teaching (selected modules) Food Innovation and Product Design (MSc) Food Product Innovation (BSc) Food Chemistry (BSc)
Singh
dr singh, professor of sustainable energy technologies, received his beng, and meng (iit roorkee, india) with specialisation in mechanical and thermal engineering disciplines and phd (university of ulster, uk, 2009) in concentrating solar energy generators. his research focusses onto solar energy technologies for heating, cooling, power, biogas and hydrogen; vacuum insulation systems and building/industrial retrofit for improved energy efficiency with over 100 peer reviewed publications in the area. as pi and/or coi he has participated in research projects securing over £26 million in funding from ukri, newton fund (uk-egypt, uk-india), horizon2020, innovate uk (uk-kenya, tanzania, nigeria, india), ukieri-dst (uk-india) and several industry funders based in usa, germany and the uk. research outputs in vacuum insulation and solar energy technologies are currently licensed for commercialisation in global locations. two patent applications are in progress. he was consultant to a project for developing vaccine storage devices funded by the bill & melinda gates foundation. he was the chair of the solaris international conference (2017), international vacuum insulation symposium (ivis2021) and the president of the ivis advisory board (2022-2024). concentrating solar thermal power systems, vacuum insulation panels, building integrated concentrating solar systems, building retrofit for improved energy efficiency, polymeric solar collectors.
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Professor Harjit Singh
Dr Singh, Professor of Sustainable Energy Technologies, received his BEng, and MEng (IIT Roorkee, India) with specialisation in Mechanical and Thermal Engineering disciplines and PhD (University of Ulster, UK, 2009) in concentrating solar energy generators. His research focusses onto solar energy technologies for heating, cooling, power, biogas and hydrogen; vacuum insulation systems and building/industrial retrofit for improved energy efficiency with over 100 peer reviewed publications in the area. As PI and/or CoI he has participated in research projects securing over £26 Million in funding from UKRI, Newton Fund (UK-Egypt, UK-India), Horizon2020, Innovate UK (UK-Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria, India), UKIERI-DST (UK-India) and several industry funders based in USA, Germany and the UK. Research outputs in vacuum insulation and solar energy technologies are currently licensed for commercialisation in global locations. Two patent applications are in progress. He was consultant to a project for developing Vaccine Storage Devices funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. He was the Chair of the SOLARIS international conference (2017), International Vacuum Insulation Symposium (IVIS2021) and the President of the IVIS Advisory Board (2022-2024). Concentrating solar thermal power systems, Vacuum insulation panels, Building integrated concentrating solar systems, Building retrofit for improved energy efficiency, Polymeric solar collectors.
Seresht
dr ashkan pakseresht is an assistant professor in strategy and innovation at brunel business school, london, and a lecturer in international business economics. with a phd in business economics, an msc in economics and management, an mba in international business, and a bsc in engineering, he has a multidisciplinary background that informs his research and teaching. dr pak seresht is an advocate for sustainability, specialising in the blue and circular economies, with a focus on integrating sustainable development goals (sdgs) into business practices. his research spans innovation management, internationalisation processes, the role of data and digital technologies in food supply chains, exploring the complexitiesand intricacies associated with them. additionally, his teaching endeavors encompass a wide range of subjects, including economics for business and management, international trade, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. dr pak seresht is passionate about student experience, and research-led teaching. he is closely involved with business practice through research projects, executive and professional education programs, and in speaker and advisory roles. some of the published journal articles are listed on this page under the "newest selected publications". for more details, please visit my google scholar page link below: ashkan pakseresht - google scholar student feedback and drop-in sessions term 2: tuesdays and fridays 13:00-14:00 dr. ashkan pak seresht studies innovation and technology strategy, with a particular focus on understanding how large firms both generate and respond to new technologies. he has two main areas of research. first, he studies the interplay between technology strategy and supply chain management, examining the transformative impact of technological innovations on optimising and enhancing efficiency as well as the sustainability of supply chain processes. specifically, he is intrigued by the integration of industry 4.0-powered digital applications (ai, iot, blockchain, big data, digital twin, physical internet) into [global] supply chain systems. he is keen on investigating how these technologies can streamline logistics, improve real-time tracking, and foster greater transparency across the entire supply chain network. second, he studies how technology adoption decisions and outcomes are shaped by how firms structure and manage key human capital relationships. he investigates how the preferences and demands of shareholders/managers can shape an organization's innovation strategy. moreover, his interest extends to analyzing the implications and challenges associated with adopting these technologies, aiming to contribute valuable insights that can inform decision-makers and industry practitioners. main research interests concern innovation management in the context of domestic and international business, the impact of managers' cognitive processes on firm international activities, and determinants of the internationalization strategy of multinational enterprises including the technology choice. his recent research focuses on managers' willingness to adopt novel technologies and firm productivity. technology management in [international] supply chain systems sustainability innovation diffusion in agri-food systems innovation management in the context of domestic and international business digitalization of multinational enterprises (mnes) and small and medium-sized enterprises (smes) circular and sustainable business models in the agri-food supply chain i teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of international business and general management such as economics for business and management, international business strategy, international trade, and understanding business and management research. i also supervise bsc, msc and phd theses. i am the module leader of mg2012 economics for business and management and the programme lead for msc international business and enterprenuership and msc international business and sustainability. below you can find my availability for student feedback and drop-in sessions. student feedback and drop-in sessions: office hours: academic year 2025/26 tuesdays and fridays 13:00 - 14:00 you can book an appointment online, alternatively you can send me an email. please ensure that you use only your brunel email address when booking an appointment with me. i will not send calendar invitations to any other email addresses as this is not permitted by brunel's email policy. please specify whether you want to meet online or in person. supervision and cosultation hours: if you would like to consult with me about your dissertation or final year project (fyp), you can book an online meeting. please include a brief note on the reason for the meeting in the notes section. dissertation supervision (and fyp) meeting: wednesdats 15:00 - 17:00 previous teaching experience includes: quantitative finance - theory and applications environmental risk management and accounting leadership and sustainability project management knowledge management research methods marketing research
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Dr Ashkan Pak Seresht
Dr Ashkan Pakseresht is an Assistant Professor in Strategy and Innovation at Brunel Business School, London, and a lecturer in International Business Economics. With a PhD in Business Economics, an MSc in Economics and Management, an MBA in International Business, and a BSc in Engineering, he has a multidisciplinary background that informs his research and teaching. Dr Pak Seresht is an advocate for sustainability, specialising in the blue and circular economies, with a focus on integrating sustainable development goals (SDGs) into business practices. His research spans innovation management, internationalisation processes, the role of data and digital technologies in food supply chains, exploring the complexitiesand intricacies associated with them. Additionally, his teaching endeavors encompass a wide range of subjects, including economics for business and management, international trade, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. Dr Pak Seresht is passionate about student experience, and research-led teaching. He is closely involved with business practice through research projects, executive and professional education programs, and in speaker and advisory roles. Some of the published journal articles are listed on this page under the "Newest selected publications". For more details, please visit my Google Scholar page link below: Ashkan Pakseresht - Google Scholar Student feedback and drop-in sessions term 2: Tuesdays and Fridays 13:00-14:00 Dr. Ashkan Pak Seresht studies innovation and technology strategy, with a particular focus on understanding how large firms both generate and respond to new technologies. He has two main areas of research. First, he studies the interplay between technology strategy and supply chain management, examining the transformative impact of technological innovations on optimising and enhancing efficiency as well as the sustainability of supply chain processes. Specifically, He is intrigued by the integration of Industry 4.0-powered digital applications (AI, IoT, blockchain, big data, digital twin, physical internet) into [global] supply chain systems. He is keen on investigating how these technologies can streamline logistics, improve real-time tracking, and foster greater transparency across the entire supply chain network. Second, he studies how technology adoption decisions and outcomes are shaped by how firms structure and manage key human capital relationships. He investigates how the preferences and demands of shareholders/managers can shape an organization's innovation strategy. Moreover, his interest extends to analyzing the implications and challenges associated with adopting these technologies, aiming to contribute valuable insights that can inform decision-makers and industry practitioners. Main research interests concern innovation management in the context of domestic and international business, the impact of managers' cognitive processes on firm international activities, and determinants of the internationalization strategy of multinational enterprises including the technology choice. His recent research focuses on managers' willingness to adopt novel technologies and firm productivity. Technology management in [international] supply chain systems Sustainability innovation diffusion in agri-food systems Innovation management in the context of domestic and international business Digitalization of multinational enterprises (MNEs) and Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) Circular and sustainable business models in the agri-food supply chain I teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of international business and general management such as Economics for Business and Management, International Business Strategy, International Trade, and Understanding Business and Management Research. I also supervise BSc, MSc and PhD theses. I am the module leader of MG2012 Economics for Business and Management and the programme lead for MSC International Business and Enterprenuership and MSC International Business and Sustainability. Below you can find my availability for student feedback and drop-in sessions. Student feedback and drop-in sessions: Office hours: Academic Year 2025/26 Tuesdays and Fridays 13:00 - 14:00 You can book an appointment online, alternatively you can send me an email. Please ensure that you use ONLY your BRUNEL EMAIL address when booking an appointment with me. I will not send calendar invitations to any other email addresses as this is not permitted by Brunel's email policy. Please specify whether you want to meet ONLINE OR IN PERSON. Supervision and cosultation hours: If you would like to consult with me about your dissertation or final year project (FYP), you can book an online meeting. Please include a brief note on the reason for the meeting in the notes section. Dissertation Supervision (and FYP) meeting: Wednesdats 15:00 - 17:00 Previous teaching experience includes: Quantitative Finance - Theory and Applications Environmental Risk Management and Accounting Leadership and Sustainability Project Management Knowledge Management Research Methods Marketing Research
Li
dr liang li has extensive expertise in both academic and industrial settings, specialising in energy storage and conversion systems, heat exchanger design, and advanced thermodynamic power cycles. he has successfully secured research funding from prominent uk and international organisations, including the royal society and marie skłodowska-curie fellowships, to advance innovation in sustainable energy technologies. his research includes developing and validating heat pump systems incorporating microchannel heat exchangers and innovative nanofluids, solar-powered energy storage solutions, and nano-enhanced phase change materials for thermal energy storage. dr li actively supervises phd students, leading research projects in drag force modelling, building energy efficiency, and renewable energy harvesting technologies. his considerable publication record in esteemed journals such as applied thermal engineering and applied energy highlights his influential contributions to sustainable energy research. dr li is a chartered engineer (ceng), a senior fellow of the higher education academy (sfhea), and an active member of prominent professional organisations, including the institution of mechanical engineers (imeche).
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Dr Liang Li
Dr Liang Li has extensive expertise in both academic and industrial settings, specialising in energy storage and conversion systems, heat exchanger design, and advanced thermodynamic power cycles. He has successfully secured research funding from prominent UK and international organisations, including the Royal Society and Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowships, to advance innovation in sustainable energy technologies. His research includes developing and validating heat pump systems incorporating microchannel heat exchangers and innovative nanofluids, solar-powered energy storage solutions, and nano-enhanced phase change materials for thermal energy storage. Dr Li actively supervises PhD students, leading research projects in drag force modelling, building energy efficiency, and renewable energy harvesting technologies. His considerable publication record in esteemed journals such as Applied Thermal Engineering and Applied Energy highlights his influential contributions to sustainable energy research. Dr Li is a Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), and an active member of prominent professional organisations, including the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).