Lisa Kandlbauer

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Total Citations

436

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About

Lisa Kandlbauer is a leading researcher at the intersection of digitalisation, intelligent robotics, and circular economy waste management. Her work fundamentally reimagines how technology can transform waste value chains, with a particular focus on integrating Industry 4.0 tools—such as IoT, AI, and autonomous systems—into sustainable resource recovery. Her most-cited paper, "Digitalisation and intelligent robotics in value chain of circular economy oriented waste management – A review" (2019), has garnered over 436 citations, establishing a foundational framework for the field. In this seminal review, Kandlbauer systematically maps how digital twins, sensor networks, and robotic sorting can optimise material flows, reduce contamination, and enhance recycling efficiency. Beyond this flagship work, her research consistently bridges engineering and environmental science, offering practical pathways for smart waste infrastructure. Her contributions have been recognised as pivotal in shaping policy discussions on automated circular systems, and she is frequently invited to speak on the role of robotics in achieving net-zero waste targets. For students and researchers, Kandlbauer’s work is an essential guide to the technological frontier of sustainable waste management.