Dr. Linna Geng, Western Sydney Univeresity, Australia
Dr. Linna Geng is an Associate Lecturer at Western Sydney University, specializing in Construction Project Management. She earned her Ph.D. from The University of Melbourne (2018-2022) and holds an MPhil from Tianjin University, where she also completed dual bachelor’s degrees. Her research focuses on Carbon Trading, Project Resilience, and Public-Private Partnerships, with significant contributions to sustainable construction and risk management. Dr. Geng has held postdoctoral and teaching positions at Monash University and Victoria University, and is an active member of the International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) and the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
Professional Profile:
Suitability for the Women Researcher Award:
Dr. Linna Geng’s background, research contributions, and academic leadership make her a strong candidate for the Women Researcher Award. Her focus on carbon trading, project resilience, and PPP aligns with critical global challenges, and her work contributes significantly to sustainable infrastructure and innovative construction practices. Her interdisciplinary expertise, combined with her leadership roles and commitment to education, positions her as a role model for women in research and engineering.
Educational Background:
Dr. Linna Geng holds a Ph.D. in Construction Project Management from The University of Melbourne (2018-2022) and an MPhil in Management Science and Engineering from Tianjin University (2014-2017). She also earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Construction Management and Applied Chemistry from Tianjin University (2010-2014).
Research Interests:
Her research spans Carbon Trading, Project Resilience, and Public-Private-Partnerships, with notable contributions to sustainable construction and risk management strategies.
Academic and Professional Experience:
Currently, Dr. Geng is an Associate Lecturer at Western Sydney University, where she coordinates courses in Construction Leadership and Advanced Contract Management. She previously held postdoctoral and teaching roles at Monash University and Victoria University.
Professional Service:
She is a Commission Member for the International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) and a member of the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).
Publication Top Notes:
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Title: Network-Based Modeling of Lean Implementation Strategies and Planning in Prefabricated Construction
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Title: Attracting Private Investment in Public-Private-Partnership: Tax Reduction or Risk Sharing
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Title: Measuring Embodied Carbon of Buildings: A Review of Methodologies and Benchmarking Towards Net Zero
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Title: Balancing Private Investment and Community Expectations in Public-Private-Partnership Projects: A Novel Approach for Evaluating Long-Term Value
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Title: Evaluating Uncertainties to Deliver Enhanced Service Performance in Education PPPs: A Hierarchical Reliability Framework