Dr. Aoife Doyle is currently an Associate Director (Planning & Research) with KPMG Future Analytics in Dublin, Ireland. Aoife undertook an employment-based PhD with Future Analytics Consulting and TU Dublin. The thesis stemming from this is entitled 'Planning for Resilient Urban Development Projects: Navigating Change in the Dublin Docklands' and was successfully defended in 2019. Aoife has significant experience working within several large-scale EU funded research projects (under the EU FP7, Horizon 2020, and Horizon Europe programmes, respectively) within the broad thematic areas of urban security and resilience. Aoife has previously served as part of the AESOP Young Academics (YA) Coordination Team.

Başak Suvakçı is an architect, lecturer, and researcher based in Istanbul. She earned her Master of Science in Architecture from Politecnico di Milano and currently teaches architectural structure design at Yeditepe University. Her academic work centers on adaptive reuse, sustainable construction practices, and circular material strategies, with a strong focus on the restoration of complex buildings. Fluent in English, Turkish, and Italian, Başak connects academic communities in Türkiye and Europe. She maintains robust ties with architectural networks in Italy and is dedicated to promoting inclusive and critical discussions in urban planning. In addition to her architectural practice, Başak delves into digital design techniques and explores deep learning applications for architectural and urban research, effectively bridging computational design with material innovation. Her goal is to enhance the visibility of emerging scholars in Türkiye, linking them to international planning and research platforms through outreach, digital engagement, and collaboration.

Birce Karadoğan is an urban planner and a Master’s student in Urban Planning and Policy Design at Politecnico di Milano . She is passionate about creating inclusive, resilient, and energy-efficient urban environments where people and nature can thrive together. Her interests include sustainable urban development, smart cities, energy efficiency, circular systems, climate adaptation and green infrastructure. Birce sees urban planning as a powerful tool for fostering communities that are both environmentally responsible and socially vibrant. As an AESOP YA Regional Ambassador, she works to connect young planners and researchers in Milan, promoting collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovative approaches to urban challenges.

Daniels Saakjans is a PhD researcher at ETH Zurich and the Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL. He holds an MSc in International Planning and Smart Cities from University College London and a BA in Urban Studies and Planning from the University of Sheffield. His work is part of the SILAR project, where he contributes to advancing the digitalisation of urban planning. His doctoral research scrutinises and conceptualises land-use planning in Europe from the perspective of land-use regulations. Before his doctoral studies, Daniels gained professional experience as a town planner and geospatial analyst in London, working on residential, commercial and strategic projects. This combination of academic research and practical engagement informs his interest in connecting policy to practice and technological innovation.

Fatiha Nur Terlemez is a PhD researcher in Urban and Regional Planning at Gazi University, Ankara. Her research focuses on psychogeography, spatial identity, and urban memory, exploring how emotions and memories shape the way people experience urban environments. She is particularly interested in how tools such as emotional mapping and memory-based approaches can contribute to more inclusive and human-centered planning practices. In 2025, her paper “City, Memory and Art: Creating a Cultural Climate in the Context of Psychogeography” received the Doctoral Encouragement Award from Ibn Haldun University, recognizing her contribution to interdisciplinary approaches in planning. She has published and presented widely on topics including cultural memory, sensory urbanism, and participatory mapping. Beyond academic research, Terlemez is active in creative and educational initiatives. She has organized workshops, psychogeographic walks, and public events for students and communities to engage with urban memory and belonging. As Regional Ambassador to Southeastern Europe, she aims to strengthen AESOP YA’s presence in Türkiye by connecting planning students with the network through walking workshops, digital outreach, and reflective blog contributions.

Federica Fiacco is a PhD Fellow at the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering of City University of Hong Kong. She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture (with honors) from Sapienza University of Rome. Her interest and research focuses on the urban transition of Sub-Saharan Africa: by her research, Federica aims to expand the literature on urban imaginaries in Sub-Saharan Africa, drawing attention to the role that local challenges play in reimagining cities’ densification narratives. She completed the ‘Global Leadership Training Programme for Sustainable Development in Africa’ at United Nations University, and conducted research as a Visiting Scholar at the Copperbelt University (Zambia). Currently, she also volunteers as Junior Activity Lead (Project Management) at the Initiative for Climate Resilience Planning (ICRP) at the International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP).

Henrik Hågemark is a PhD student in ethics of architecture at the Division of Science, Technology and Society at Chalmers University of Technology. His research focuses on ethics in architecture and urban planning, exploring the democratic and normative dimensions of architectural design. With a background in political science, philosophy, and architectural history, Henrik’s work engages with current debates on aesthetics, legitimacy, and value pluralism in the built environment. He is also a research intern at the Centre for Science and Policy at the University of Cambridge and a visiting PhD student at Clare Hall College, Cambridge. Henrik has participated in multiple AESOP and AESOP YA events, and as a Regional Ambassador he seeks to promote ethical and interdisciplinary perspectives within the planning research community.

Inês Francisca Oliveira is an architect and a PhD candidate in Anthropology at the University of Lisbon, Portugal, where she has been awarded a scholarship by the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). She is currently engaged in the GreenGap project at the Lab2PT – Laboratory of Landscapes, Heritage & Territory, focusing on green infrastructure and nature-based solutions to enhance climate resilience in Southern Europe. This project is part of an INTERREG aimed at fostering sustainable planning in the Galicia-Northern Portugal Euroregion. Inês holds a Master's degree in Architecture from the University of Minho and a post-graduation in Environment, Sustainability, and Education from the University of Évora. She will soon begin her doctoral studies at the University of Lisbon, where she will investigate the intersections of women, landscape, water, ritual purification, and crypto-Jewish identity. Inês has international experience in sustainability and rural landscapes, including an Erasmus internship at The Hives Project in Greece. Her research has been presented at several international conferences and published in academic journals, where she explores topics related to cultural memory, gendered geographies, and vernacular architecture. Her approach bridges architecture, anthropology, and environmental studies, integrating cultural and ecological considerations in planning practices.

Joanna Koszewska is an architect and urban planner. She defended an international, Polish-French doctorate in comparative urban planning, which was awarded the Minister of Development and Technology Award in 2020. She works as an assistant professor in Warsaw and participates in research in Paris. She has participated in international research programs, culminating in the publication of scientific reports and articles. She publishes scholarly texts and books, including the architectural guides "MOK PN" and "MOK PD" (published by the Architecture Center Foundation), as well as articles for the general public in the fields of architecture, urban planning, and Warsaw studies. As part of her outreach, she conducts journalistic work (radio and in industry journals). Her work in architectural and urban planning design firms and local administration in the fields of urban planning and spatial management has allowed her to understand the dynamics of urban transformation processes and develop a research interest in regional development policies. She approaches spatial development issues from an interdisciplinary perspective, allowing to explore and understand the multifaceted nature of spatial planning problems, with a focus on social dynamics. As a researcher she participates in interdisciplinary and international studies on urban development and sustainability.

An Architect and Urban Planner with extensive expertise in urban regeneration, smart cities, citizen participation, and sustainable design. Currently pursuing doctoral studies at the Department of Urban and Spatial Planning, School of Architecture, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). The research focuses on a citizen-centred approach to urban regeneration, leveraging smart city methodologies to enhance public participation in urban decision-making. Holds degrees in Interior Architecture and Architecture with a specialization in Urban Planning and brings international professional experience. Passionate about technology, cultural exchange, and learning languages, fluent in English and Spanish.

Megdelawit Yohannes Yoseph is an architect and researcher with a focus on urban morphology, heritage conservation, and sustainable development. She holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, an MSc in Architecture Conservation from Sapienza University of Rome, and a BSc in Architecture from Addis Ababa University. Currently a consultant in heritage professional services, she supports project development and strategic initiatives. Her professional experience spans Ethiopia, Italy, and beyond, combining design practice with academic research to advance sustainable development goals, cultural heritage preservation, and resilent built environment.

Mikko is a doctoral researcher in Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering research group at Aalto University, Finland. His research interests include application of futures studies methodology in spatial planning and integration of foresight into planning processes and organizations. Mikko holds a master's degree in Spatial Planning from Aalto University and bachelor's degree in social and public policy from University of Helsinki.

Nilay Nida Can is an urban designer and architect graduated from the Department of Architecture at Middle East Technical University (METU) in 2016. She has an MSc in Urban Design from METU, where her master’s thesis was awarded the Best Thesis Award by the university. She is also Research Assistant in the Department of Architecture at Ondokuz Mayıs University. She has studied architectural and urban design research at the University of Palermo and the University of Milano-Bicocca in Italy through the Erasmus program. In 2022, she was a member of the Local Organizing Committee of the AESOP YA Congress held in Istanbul. Currently, she is pursuing her doctoral studies in the Department of City and Regional Planning at METU, focusing on place experiences of university students in transformed historical city centers and their urban squares.

Tiernan is a PhD Researcher at Ulster University in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with a focus on how Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is impacting participatory planning processes. His research investigate the potential role of Generative AI in improving the accessibility, effectiveness, and inclusivity of participatory planning through statutory and non-statutory practices in the Northern Ireland planning system. Tiernan has previously completed a Foundation Degree in Science (FdSc) and Integrated Masters Degree in Science (MSci) at Ulster University. Tiernan is a Town Planner by profession and has experience in working across the public and private sector. He is a Licentiate Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and a Committee Member for the RTPI Northern Ireland Young Planners (NIYP).