{"674402":{"#nid":"674402","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Crossing Disciplines: Professor Perez-Guzman\u2019s approach towards Resilient Systems","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0022Engineering solutions should not only solve problems but also address the societal and environmental impacts they create,\u0022 states Professor\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ce.gatech.edu\/directory\/person\/sofia-perez-guzman\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E Sofia Perez-Guzman\u003C\/a\u003E, emphasizing the holistic approach to engineering at Georgia Tech.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPerez-Guzman\u0027s philosophy underscores her dual roles in the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ce.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ESchool of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE)\u003C\/a\u003E and the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.isye.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EH. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering(ISyE).\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn her roles, she applies her comprehensive academic background to deepen the understanding of engineering\u2019s broader implications, focusing on how these fields impact society and the environment.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EAcademic Steps in Resilient Engineering\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPerez-Guzman\u0027s scholarly journey originated in Colombia at the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.univalle.edu.co\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EUniversidad del Valle\u003C\/a\u003E, where she earned a \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/industrial.univalle.edu.co\/pregrado-en-ingenieria-industrial\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EBachelor\u0027s degree in Industrial Engineering\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHer academic ambition propelled her to the United States, where she pursued a \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/cee.rpi.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMaster\u0027s degree in Transportation Engineering\u003C\/a\u003E and a \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/hass.rpi.edu\/departments-economics\/academics\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMaster\u2019s degree in Economics\u003C\/a\u003E at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.rpi.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EDuring her Master\u0027s studies, she engaged in research focused on the economics of freight transportation and its role in food deserts. She developed an analytical model to understand the formation of areas underserved by food supply chains. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EPerez-Guzman\u0027s educational achievements culminated in a \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/cee.rpi.edu\/graduate\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EPh.D. in Transportation Engineering\u003C\/a\u003E from RPI in December 2022.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHer doctoral thesis centered on the realm of \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.caloes.ca.gov\/office-of-the-director\/operations\/logistics-management\/disaster-logistics\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Edisaster response logistics,\u003C\/a\u003E where she created humanitarian (beneficiary-oriented) analytical models for the distribution of relief goods in post-disaster scenarios. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EEmphasizing her unwavering commitment to enhancing the robustness and sustainability of supply chains, Perez-Guzman aims to bridge the divide between traditional responses and visionary foresight.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EResearch and Teaching Pedagogy\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EHer current research explores the societal impact of supply chains, specifically through the lens of freight transportation. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EThis work seeks to develop decision-making support tools that address complex societal challenges where freight transportation plays a crucial role\u0026nbsp;in either contributing to societal issues or helps in facilitating solutions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the classroom, Perez-Guzman translates these complex research themes into digestible, actionable lessons.\u0026nbsp;She is currently instructing an undergraduate course dedicated to Multimodal Transportation and is set to introduce a new graduate course on Freight Transportation in the Spring semester. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0022Our focus must be on developing research that is not only theoretically robust but also practical and implementable for those deploying these solutions in real-world scenarios. By understanding the needs of end-users and delivering tools that practitioners can readily employ, we move one step closer to making a tangible impact on the field.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETransitioning from theory to practice, she envisions her students as future leaders who\u2019ll prioritize long-term sustainability and resilience in their professional endeavors, contributing to the creation of smarter, more adaptable transportation systems and supply chains systems globally.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EMolding Holistic Supply Chain Leaders \u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAmidst these advanced theoretical and practical frameworks, Perez-Guzman encourages her students to further personalize their educational journey.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor students aiming to propel their career in \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scl.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ESupply Chain\u003C\/a\u003E management, Perez-Guzman encourages students to specialize and excel in a specific interest area.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0022Dive deeper into your studies and seek out academic challenges beyond the syllabus. Engaging in competitions and embracing every learning opportunity your institution offers can equip you with a distinctive advantage. Remember, the aim is to distinguish yourself with specialized knowledge or skills.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAdditionally, Perez-Guzman emphasized a crucial blend of technical prowess and soft skills for students venturing into supply chain management.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0022Georgia Tech students boast exceptional technical skills, a point that\u0027s well acknowledged. However, there\u0027s an increasing need for them to also focus on developing their soft skills, like communication, both oral and written. Modern companies seek more than just outstanding coders or data scientists; they require professionals who can translate complex theories, algorithms, and results into digestible content which is essential for decision-making. Therefore, it\u0027s crucial for our students to develop these soft skills to fully meet the interdisciplinary needs of the future.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EAuthor: Atharva Anand Dave\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EProfessor Sofia Perez-Guzman advocates for resilient and sustainable engineering through her innovative research and teaching. With a rich academic background spanning from Colombia to a Ph.D. from RPI, Professor Perez-Guzman equips her students with a blend of technical expertise and essential soft skills, preparing them to lead in creating adaptable, smart supply chain solutions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Professor Perez-Guzman advocates for fostering resilient engineering and holistic leadership at Georgia Tech. 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