I was delighted to participate in the IEEE Women in Engineering International Leadership Summit (WIE ILS) 2025, an event that brought together an inspiring community of researchers, professionals, and students. It was a privilege to present my current research on road network robustness, a framework I am now extending to explore co-authorship network analysis—an area that resonates strongly with TEMET’s mission to understand, map, and enhance scholarly collaboration.
Bridging Research Themes with TEMET Objectives
My work investigates how networks behave under stress, how resilience can be measured, and how structural weaknesses can be identified. Applying these concepts to co-authorship networks offers exciting potential: understanding collaborative dynamics, identifying influential nodes, and supporting a more interconnected research ecosystem. I look forward to contributing these insights to future TEMET initiatives.
A Memorable Recognition
I was deeply honored to receive a prize from the IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Society (ITSS) UK and Ireland Chapter. This recognition reinforces my motivation to continue advancing network-based research and strengthening interdisciplinary links.
A Conference Experience Like No Other
As a computer scientist, this summit was my first research event where women were the majority—and the experience was nothing short of uplifting. The environment was warm, collaborative, and intellectually stimulating. The constructive feedback I received, along with the supportive atmosphere, left me feeling inspired and energized for the next phase of my work.
I’m excited for what lies ahead and look forward to contributing further to TEMET’s vision of fostering resilient, equitable, and collaborative research communities. 🚀💙
Author: Dr. Assemgul Kozhabek
