Dr. G. Reza Emad
Dr. G. Reza Emad has spent his life bridging the gap between theory and practice – reshaping how the maritime industry learns, trains, and evolves.
Born in Iran and trained around the world, Reza has worked across ships and classrooms in pursuit of a more connected, more capable maritime education system. After academic and research experience in Sweden and Canada, he found his home in Tasmania – joining the world-renowned Australian Maritime College (AMC) in 2015.
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“The science is so advanced and complex that no single person, company or country can understand everything. We have to share our knowledge — we receive and we give — to be part of the global community.”
– Dr. G. Reza Emad taken from Episode 4, Season 1 of the BET Visionary Spotlight Podcast
As a Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of the Master of Applied Science program, Reza leads with vision and precision. He developed the research centre known as C-HELM – the Centre for Research on Cognitive Human Element in Maritime Domain – a pioneering initiative which looks at how cognition is integral to the maritime teaching and learning process.
In 2023, he co-founded the International Conference on Maritime Autonomy & Remote Navigation (ICMAR Nav), driving vital conversations around the future of autonomous vessels and the evolving role of mariners.
Key Roles & Contributions
- Senior Lecturer, Australian Maritime College – Specialist in maritime training and education
- Founder, C-HELM – Advancing cognitive research in maritime learning
- Course Coordinator, Master of Applied Science (AMC) – Aligning academic learning with real-world outcomes
- Co-founder, ICMAR Nav – Leading dialogue on maritime autonomy and remote navigation
- Global Educator – Training and teaching across Iran, Sweden, Canada and Australia
Dr. G. Reza Emad is redefining how we prepare the next generation of maritime professionals – blending knowledge with experience, and vision with impact.
Hear more about Reza by listening to Episode 4, Season 1 of the BET Visionary Spotlight Podcast