Students

  

Inspiring Young ResearchersInspiring Young Students/Researchers

Avi Ceder enjoyed mentoring so far 54 graduate students. Twelve are with PhD: Tharakan,G. – Dept Head at the World Bank, NYC; Marguier,P. – Dept Head of Air France, Paris; Israeli,Y. – Assoc Prof in Hagalil College, Israel; Sarvi,M. – Prof and Chair, The University of Melbourne, Australia; Hadas,Y.-Senior Lecturer in Bar-Ilan University, Israel; Chowdhury, S.-Senior Lecturer in the University of Auckland, NZ; Hassold,S.-OR analyst at AirNZ airline; Nesheli,M.-Post-Doc at the University of Toronto, Canada; Amiripour, M.– Principal in Auckland Transport, NZ; Tang,C.– Assist Prof at the Dalian Maritime University, China; Liu,T.-Assoc. Prof Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China (won the 2017 Vice-Chancellor’s Prize for Best Doctoral Thesis in the University of Auckland); and Dimitrov,S. System analyst, Auckland (this was his 2nd PhD degree in Transport). In addition, Avi received Excellence-in-Teaching awards at the Faculty (2003) and University (2004) levels at the Technion, and at the Faculty of Engineering (2011) at the University of Auckland.

Supervised Graduate Students

(Primary Supervisor, unless otherwise stated at the end of each description)Supervised Graduate Students

  1. Dimitrov, S. PhD degree (2nd PhD) in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2019. Thesis title: “Controlling Complex Public-Transport Networks”.

Today: Working in Auckland, New Zealand (NZ), in a software company.

  1. Zhang, Y. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2017. Thesis title: “Optimal Logistics of Real-Time Operational Tactics Implemented on Public-Transport Networks”.

Today: Working in Auckland.

  1. Jian Song, ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2017. Thesis title: “Comparison between public-transport service and private-car mobility across macro cities worldwide with future perspectives”.

Today: At Oracle company in Auckland, New Zealand.

  1. Chunyan Tang, PhD degree in Transportation and Logistics (Dalian University of Technology). 2017. Thesis title: “Optimizing Demand Responsive Bus Operation Strategies”.

Today: Associate Professor at the Dalian Maritime University, Dalian, China.

  1. Tao Liu, PhD degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2017. Thesis title: “Transfer Optimization in Public Transport Networks: Timetable Synchronization, Operational Control and a New Service-Design Concept”. [Placed on the Dean’s (of Engineering) List in recognition of Excellence, and will be a candidate for the Vice-Chancellor 2018 award of best PhD theses]

Today: Associate Professor, at the Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJUT), Chengdu, China.

  1. Amiripour, S.M.M, PhD degree in Civil and Environ Eng (via the University of Auckland, and at the School of Civil Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran). 2016. Thesis title: “Optimal Methods for Bus-Network Design with High Seasonal Demand Variation”.

Today: At Auckland Transport in Auckland, New Zealand.

  1. Nesheli, M.M.    PhD degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2016. Thesis title: “Developing Optimal Tactics and Strategies for Public-Transport Operations”. [Awarded best thesis of the Faculty of Engineering]

Today: At the University of Toronto, Canada.

  1. Matthew Butcher, ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2013. Thesis Title: “Optimisation of Bus Stop Placement for Routes on Uneven Topography”

Today: Working in a consulting company in Totonto, Canada.

  1. Hassold, S. PhD degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2014. Thesis title: “Modeling Different Vehicle Types for Public Transport Timetables and Vehicle Scheduling with Even Loads and Headways”.

Today: Operations Research Manager in Air-New Zealand (AirNZ) airline, Auckland, NZ.

  1. Chowdhury, S. J. PhD degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2014. Thesis title: “Public-Transport User Perception of the Importance of Coordination of Service and Willingness to Act Upon”.

Today: Senior Lecturer at the University of Auckland, CEE Department, Auckland, NZ.

 

  1. Zhang, X. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2010. Thesis Title: “Improving Bus-Rail Coordination and Connectivity in Auckland”.
  2. Tao, Y, J. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2010. Thesis Title: “Improving Reliability of Public-Transport Journey in Auckland“.
  3. Dano, B. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2010. Thesis Title: “Optimal Construction of Public-Transport Timetables Using Different Vehicle Sizes”.

Today: In France.

  1. Wong, D. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2009. Thesis Title: “Public Transport Co-ordination of the North Shore City of New Zealand”.
  2. J. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2009. Thesis Title: “Development of Potential Ferry Routes and Analysis of Connectivity in Auckland”.

Today: In a consulting company in Auckland, NZ.

  1. Teh, C. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2009. Thesis Title: “Comparison of the Public Transport Co-ordination Performance among the CBD of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch”.
  2. Le Net, Y. ME degree in Civil and Environ Eng (University of Auckland). 2008. Thesis Title: “Measuring the Public-Transport Connectivity Performance in Auckland”.

Today: In France.

  1. Shirin, A. MSc degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion). 2007. Thesis Title: “Optimal Transit Scheduling With Multiple Vehicle Types”.

Today: Engineer and researcher at a Transport consulting company, Israel.

  1. Hadas, Y. D. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 2007. Thesis Title: “Developing a Model for Public Transportation with Flexible Routes Based on Distributed Computing”.                                                                                                     Today: Senior Lecturer at the Interdisciplinary Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan 52900, Israel.
  2. Israel-David, G. Sc degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 2007. Thesis Title: “Development of an Efficient Bus Operational Parking Model”.

Today: Head of R&D in the National Road Company of Israel (MAATZ).

  1. Sadan, E. Sc degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 2005. Thesis Title: “Traffic Flow Characteristics of Israeli Drivers Compared to Drivers in Other Countries”

Today: Engineer and officer at the Traffic Police in Israel (Head of Unit).

  1. Jerbi, S. MSc degree in Town Planning, Architecture. (Technion), 2005. Thesis Title: “Optimal Design of a Circular Bus (Shuttle) Route”.

Today: Public Transport Authority, Israel.

  1. Namuz, A. MSc degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 2004. Thesis Title: “Investigation of the Impact of Speed Limiters on Driver’s Behavior and Freeway Safety Level”.

Today: Engineer and officer at the Traffic Police in Israel.

  1. Vahaba, H Sc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 2003. Thesis Title: “Transit and Parking Plans: Impact Analysis at CBD”.(with Yoram Shiftan, Technion).

Today: Engineer in Israel.

  1. Golani, A Sc. degree in Architecture-Town Planning. (Technion). 2003. Thesis Title: “Evaluation of Changes in CBD Travel Behavior”. (with Yoram Shiftan, Technion).

Today: Engineer in Israel.

  1. Sarvi, M. D. degree in Civil Engrg. (University of Tokyo), S2000.  Thesis Title: “Freeway Ramp Merging Phenomenon Observed in Traffic Congestion”. ”. (Primary: Prof. Kuwahara, Univ of Tokyo).

Today: Professor in Transport for Smart Cities, The University of Melbourne, Australia. 27.    Basan, S.  M.Sc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion). 1999. Thesis Title: “Traffic Flow Phenomena and its Application to Traffic Control”. (Primary: Prof. Polus, Technion).

Today: finished PhD in the USA, and possibly working in Israel.

  1. Giz, J. (God rest his soul)  Sc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion). 1998. Thesis Title:  “Bus Priority Strategies Operating with a Traffic Control Centre.”
  2. Avineri, E. Sc.  degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion).  1998. Thesis Title:  “Resource Allocation for Transportation Projects Using Fuzzy Methods”. (Primary: Prof. Prashker, Technion)”.

Today: Professor, Afeka Tel Aviv Academic College of Engineering, Israel.

  1. Leibovich, S. Sc. degree in Industrial & Management Engrg. (Technion), 1995.  Thesis Title:  “Evaluation of Driver Perception Regarding Electronic Traffic Signals Within Urban Areas.”

Today: Kinneret Academic College on the Sea of Galilee, Israel.

  1. Hadas, Y. MSc.  degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 1995.  Thesis Title:  “Optimal Emergency Vehicle Routing Within an Urban Road Network.”                                                                                                                                                          Today: Senior Lecturer at the Interdisciplinary Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan 52900, Israel.
  1. Israeli, Y. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 1992.  Thesis Title:  “Route and Network Design Algorithms for Public Transportation.”

Today: Professor, Department of Tourism and Hotel Management
Kinneret College on the Sea of Galilee, Israel.

  1. Mante, B.D. MSc. in Applied Mathematics (Technion), 1991.  Thesis Title:  “Minimum Cost Scheduling with Different Types of Transit Vehicles.”
  2. Carmel, R. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 1991.  Thesis Title:  “Efficient Routing Planning for Collecting Refuse Paper Aimed at Recycling.”

Today: Engineer and researcher at the Transportation Research Institute, Technion, Israel.

  1. Tal, O. MSc. in Industrial & Management Engrg., Operations Research (Technion), 1991.  Thesis Title:  “Maximal Synchronization in Bus Route Timetables.” (with Prof. Boaz Golani, Technion).

Today: In-charge of Critique in Haifa Municipality, Israel.

  1. Eldar, C. MSc. degree in Industrial & Management Engrg., Operations Research (Technion), 1990.  Thesis Title:  “Optimal Distance Between Two Branches of Split Intersection.”

Today: Deputy Director of Oranim College, in Israel.

  1. Shechner, R. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg., (Technion), 1989.  Thesis Title:  “Statistical Models for Analyzing Seat Belt Usage in Urban Areas.”

Today: Engineer in Israel.

  1. Regueros, A. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg., (Technion), 1989.  Thesis Title:  “Optimal Control Strategies for a Portable Pair of Traffic Lights.”

Today: Vice President of Caliper group (GIS, Simulation) in Boston, USA.

  1. Cheng, Li-Hung  MSc. degree in Civil Engrg., (MIT, U.S.), 1988.  Thesis Title: “Methodologies for Evaluating Effectiveness of Highway Safety Countermeasures.” (Primary: Prof. Ben-Akiva, MIT)”

Today: Engineer in California (USA), Head of Dept in CITILAB group.

  1. Sadeh, T. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg., (MIT, U.S.), 1987.  Thesis Title:  “Heuristic Algorithms for Designing Bus Route Network. (Primary: Prof. Wilson, MIT)”

Today: Engineer in Israel, own a Car-Rental Co.

  1. Marguier, P.H. D. degree in Civil Engrg., (MIT, U.S.), August 1985.  Thesis Title:  “Bus Route Simulation for Scheduling Improvements. (Primary: Prof. Wilson, MIT)”

Today: Director Alliance Economics, Air France Airline, France.

  1. Tharakan, G. D. degree in Civil Engrg., (MIT, U.S.), 1982.  Thesis Title:  “Complementary Locations on a Network. (Primary: Prof. Psaraftis, MIT)”

Today: In the world-bank  (USA), Head of Dept.

  1. Borovsky, Y. MSc. degree in Architecture & Town Planning (Technion), 1981.  Thesis Title:  “The Amount of Urban Lands Required for Public Transportation Facilities.”

Today: Engineer in EGGED Bus company (Head of Dept), Israel.

  1. Dressler, O. MSc. degree in Industrial & Management Engrg., Operations Research (Technion), 1979.  Thesis Title:  “Traffic Movements (at Alternate One-Way Sections) During Lane Closure Periods of a Two-Lane Road”: I. The Safety Problem & Characteristics’ Investigation.  II. Traffic Light Control and the Optimal Lane Closure Length. Today: General Manager at ASAF environmental technologies, Israel.
  2. Spektor, I. MSc. degree in Industrial & Management Engrg. (Technion), 1979.  Thesis Title:  “Investigation of Drivers’ Perception Variables.”

Today: Engineer in Israel.

  1. Israeli, Y. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 1979.  Thesis Title:  “Analytical Model for Estimating Bridge Construction Costs:  Development and Sensitivity Examination.”

Today: Professor, Department of Tourism and Hotel Management
Kinneret College on the Sea of Galilee, Israel.

  1. Schwartz, A. MSc. degree in Civil Engrg. (Technion), 1978.  Thesis Title: “Interrelationships Between Freeway and On-Ramp Traffic Flow Characteristics.”

Today: Eng in Tel-Aviv Municipality (Head of Dept), Israel.

  1. Shilo, R. MSc. degree in Industrial & Management Engrg., (Technion), 1976.  Thesis Title:  “Investigation of Traffic Flow Characteristics During Bus Strike and Regular Flow Conditions.”

Today: Engineer in the USA.

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