Mahmoud is a part-time PhD student at the Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds, and a Principal Consultant at Systra, which is sponsoring his research. With expertise in four-stage transport modelling, Mahmoud has a proven track record in developing large-scale, complex strategic demand and assignment models, as well as designing and deploying innovative software solutions. His PhD research focuses on the potential of agent-based models to support the transition to zero-carbon transport systems and improve the measurement of transport benefits and appraisal processes