Lisa Freitag is a researcher specializing in materials science and environmental engineering, focusing on refractory materials and thermomechanical properties of composites. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable materials and advanced manufacturing. Expertise: Calcium Zirconate (CaZrO3), flowability analysis, low-shrinkage materials Recent collaborations span spinel-based refractory processing and short fiber reinforcement for titanium alloys Her research output includes two 2025 publications in Additive Manufacturing and Ceramics International , exploring additive fabrication techniques and thermal shock behavior. No awards or student advisement details were found in available records.
Dr. Sergio Felicelli is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Akron's College of Engineering and Polymer Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona (1991) and B.S./M.S. in Nuclear Engineering from Instituto Balseiro (1985). His expertise spans Solidification Modeling, Transport Phenomena, and Computational Mechanics. Dr. Felicelli has authored pioneering works on computer modeling of freckle segregation during solidification and has directed projects on casting, additive manufacturing, and parallel simulations of microstructures. His research focuses on advancing computational methods for material processing, including dendritic solidification under microgravity conditions, multiphase flow dynamics, and large-scale parallel simulations. He has secured $15M in grants through 23 funded projects and is an ASME Fellow. His work integrates experimental validation with numerical modeling, particularly using lattice Boltzmann and phase field methods. Dr. Felicelli has led international collaborations on casting defects and serves in academic leadership roles. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Arizona, 1991 B.S./M.S., Nuclear Engineering, Instituto Balseiro, 1985 Dr. Felicelli's research trends emphasize computational modeling of materials under extreme conditions, with recent articles addressing microgravity solidification effects, multiphase interactions, and high-performance computing for microstructure prediction. His work bridges fundamental science and industrial applications in additive manufacturing and energy storage systems. Awards: ASME Fellow (prestigious honor in mechanical engineering) Grants & Funding: Over $15M secured through 23 grants, focusing on solidification science and advanced manufacturing technologies. He advises on courses such as Heat Transfer and Numerical Methods, and his lab explores cutting-edge techniques in computational materials science. Collaborations include NASA and international institutions, with a focus on solving complex industrial and aerospace material challenges.
Dr. Ricardo Martinez Hincapie is a Researcher at the ISC Department of the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society , Berlin, Germany. His research focuses on electrocatalysis, energy materials, and surface science, particularly in the design and characterization of advanced electrocatalysts for energy conversion systems such as fuel cells and electrochemical synthesis. He leads studies on the structural and chemical properties of catalysts, including additive-manufactured electrodes, platinum alloys, and carbon-based materials. His work spans topics like oxygen evolution reaction (OER) optimization, hydrogen peroxide generation via carbon electrodes, and the interfacial chemistry of platinum surfaces. He has contributed to understanding surface segregation in nanoparticles and the mechanical stability of biomedical electrode coatings. Dr. Martinez Hincapie collaborates on projects involving material synthesis, electrochemical analysis, and applications in sustainable energy technologies. His research outcomes are disseminated through high-impact articles in electrochemistry and materials science. He actively participates in funding initiatives and maintains a strong publication record, reflecting his expertise in bridging fundamental surface science with applied catalysis for real-world energy challenges.
Professor Nicholas Lavery is a faculty member at Swansea University's School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, specifically within the Mechanical Engineering department. He serves as the Director of the Materials Advanced Characterisation Centre (MACH1) and leads the Swansea Additive Manufacturing Research (SAMR) group. His research integrates material property measurement, computational modeling, and experimental studies to innovate industrial manufacturing processes and materials, with applications in aerospace, medical, automotive, and energy sectors. Dr. Lavery's research interests span: Additive Manufacturing (Laser Powder-Bed Fusion) High Throughput Material Testing (MACH1) Computational modeling of manufacturing processes Rapid Alloy Prototyping Life Cycle Assessment He maintains extensive international collaborations and contributes as a reviewer for prestigious journals. His publications emphasize trends in advanced materials processing, additive manufacturing optimization, thermoelectric generator design, and high-entropy alloy development. Analysis shows a consistent focus on enhancing material performance through computational and experimental synergy. Awards & Recognition: Outstanding Reviewer for Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Additive Manufacturing, and Applied Mathematical Modelling Best Poster Award at the 8th International Conference on Materials for Advanced Technologies (2015) Dr. Lavery actively collaborates on European research proposals and evaluates projects for international funding bodies. His work includes advising on additive manufacturing processes and materials innovation, supported by industrial partnerships.
Professor Michael Schmidt serves as the head of the Institute of Photonic Technologies (LPT) within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). His research focuses on advanced laser-based manufacturing technologies with particular emphasis on additive manufacturing processes and laser materials processing. The institute maintains state-of-the-art facilities for laser processing research and collaborates extensively with industrial partners in the automotive, medical device, and manufacturing sectors. Professor Schmidt's research interests span laser-based additive manufacturing of metals and polymers, with particular expertise in powder bed fusion (PBF-LB/M), directed energy deposition (DED-LB/M), laser beam shaping, and laser welding technologies. His work addresses fundamental challenges in process optimization, material-property relationships, and quality assurance in additive manufacturing. Recent research has focused on improving process stability for challenging materials like copper, developing novel beam shaping techniques, and advancing in-situ monitoring capabilities for industrial applications. His group maintains strong expertise in both experimental and computational approaches to laser materials processing. Analysis of Professor Schmidt's recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing the scientific understanding of laser powder bed fusion processes, particularly regarding melt pool dynamics, scan strategy optimization, and material-property relationships. His work spans both metallic and polymer materials systems, with significant contributions to understanding the effects of laser wavelength, beam shaping, and process parameters on final part quality. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between mechanical engineering, materials science, and photonics. Professor Schmidt leads a substantial research group comprising numerous doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers who contribute to his extensive publication record. His team collaborates with multiple industrial partners on applied research projects focused on implementing advanced laser processing technologies in industrial manufacturing environments. The research group benefits from state-of-the-art laser processing equipment and characterization facilities at FAU. The Institute of Photonic Technologies under Professor Schmidt's leadership maintains specialized laboratories for laser materials processing, including facilities for metal and polymer additive manufacturing, laser welding, and advanced optical diagnostics. The institute houses multiple laser systems with varying wavelengths and power capabilities, enabling comprehensive research across different material systems and process conditions. The research environment emphasizes both fundamental scientific investigation and practical industrial implementation of laser processing technologies.
Professor Jifeng Liu is a Professor of Engineering and Program Area Lead for Materials Science & Engineering at Dartmouth College's Thayer School of Engineering. He holds a BS/MS from Tsinghua University and a PhD from MIT's Materials Science department. His research focuses on optoelectronic materials, nanophotonics for energy-efficient IT, and advanced semiconductor devices. Notable contributions include GeSn alloys for mid-infrared photodetectors and integrated photonics systems. Education: BS/MS, Materials Science, Tsinghua University (2001) PhD, Materials Science, MIT (2006) His research interests span: Photovoltaic materials and solar thermal systems Nanophotonic structures for light trapping High-entropy alloys for solar absorbers Infrared and UV sensors for environmental monitoring Awards: Fellow of The Optical Society (2021) NSF CAREER Award (2012) MRS Graduate Student Gold Award (2004) Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD candidates like Gideon Kassa and Zhiyuan Wang. Recent grants include DoD-funded solar power upgrades and DOE clean energy projects. Active in collaborative research with industry partners like Solar-Tectic LLC. Labs & Teams: Leads projects on semiconductor integration, thermoelectric cells, and Zintl-phase photovoltaics. Collaborates on interdisciplinary initiatives like the Dartmouth NSF I-Corps Program.
Denise C. Hocking, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD). She leads the Hocking Lab, focusing on extracellular matrix (ECM) biology, particularly fibronectin's role in wound repair and tissue regeneration. Her work integrates molecular biology, biophysics, and engineering to develop therapies for chronic wounds and fibrotic diseases. Key collaborations include projects with the Sarelius Lab (vascular biology) and Dalecki Lab (ultrasound applications). Dr. Hocking holds a Ph.D. in Physiology from Albany Medical College (1992), with postdoctoral training in fibronectin deposition mechanisms. She has pioneered studies on fibronectin's matricryptic sites, revealing their critical roles in mechanotransduction and vasodilation. Her lab also investigates therapeutic ultrasound for ECM remodeling and tissue engineering. Recent research highlights include in vivo acoustic patterning of endothelial cells, SARS-CoV-2 receptor interactions with integrins, and chimeric fibronectin fragments accelerating wound healing. Awards include the EDI Medicines Discovery Award (2021) and UR Research Award (2019). She mentors graduate students and postdocs in projects spanning ECM dynamics, chronic disease pathogenesis, and translational technologies. Her lab's innovations include patents on ultrasound-driven biomaterial fabrication and fibronectin mimetics. Ongoing work addresses fibronectin dysfunction in diabetes and pulmonary fibrosis, aiming to translate discoveries into clinical solutions for tissue regeneration and vascular health.
Hongmin Zhu is a Professor at the Department of Frontier Metallurgical Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Tohoku University. His research focuses on sustainable metallurgical processes using molten salt electrolysis for metal extraction and recycling. Research Interests Dr. Zhu specializes in electrochemical approaches for Aluminum scrap upcycling Titanium extraction from ores Intermetallic compound synthesis Rare earth metal recovery His work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with industrial-scale sustainable material processing. Article Trends Recent publications analyze molten salt electrolysis for: High-purity aluminum production Titanium alloy powder synthesis Carbon film morphology control Rare earth chloride formation Stainless steel recycling efficiency These studies emphasize cost reduction and environmental impact through innovative metallurgical engineering.
Dr. Natasha Stephen is a Researcher in the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design at the University of Plymouth, where she directs the Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre. Her work focuses on applying advanced microscopy techniques to study astromaterials, bridging nano-scale analysis with planetary science to unravel geological histories and origins of extraterrestrial specimens. Her research integrates Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Electron-Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) Micro Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (µFT-IR) X-ray Microscopy (XRM) Tomography for 3D Structural Analysis across scales from microscopic to astronomical. Publications highlight her contributions to understanding Martian meteorites, aqueous alteration processes, and volatile history in the solar system. Articles demonstrate trends in Multi-scale Correlative Microscopy Synchrtron-Based Spectroscopic Methods Classification of Meteorite Parent Bodies Non-Destructive Analysis of Extraterrestrial Materials Thermal Infrared Imaging Geochemical History Reconstruction
Mateusz Jackowski is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy, Warsaw University of Technology. His research focuses on sustainable construction materials, waste utilization in concrete composites, and material characterization. He holds a Doctorate awarded in 2024. Key research areas include: Recycling of industrial and agricultural waste (tire-derived fibers, glass, corn cobs) Development of eco-friendly cement-based composites Thermal and mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced materials Slip resistance of construction surfaces With 20 publications between 2018-2025, his work emphasizes waste valorization and sustainable materials science. Notable achievements include an h-index of 9 (Web of Science) and contributions to additive manufacturing in construction through 3D-printed scaffolding in cement-glass composites. Research activities include collaboration on: Concrete additives (silicone carbide, micrometakaolin) Steel and polypropylene fiber reinforcement studies Post-war industrial waste utilization (ferronickel slag) His work bridges material science principles with practical construction applications, aiming to reduce environmental impact through innovative material designs.
Waldemar Łasica is an active researcher at the Military University of Technology in Warsaw, Poland, working within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy . His scholarly output includes 18 peer-reviewed publications and one patent, with an h-index of 9 and substantial citation-based metrics (Total IF 33.902, CiteScore 50.5). Research focus Cement–glass eco-composites Valorisation of industrial and agricultural waste (glass, steel, polymer, biomass fibres) Mechanical and thermal property enhancement of construction materials Sustainable concrete technology and circular-economy approaches Across the 2021–2025 publication window, his studies systematically investigate how recycled glass, metal swarf, polymer dusts and natural fibres can substitute conventional constituents in mortars and concretes, yielding improved strength, insulation and environmental performance. The research trajectory demonstrates progression from fundamental material characterisation (2018–2020) to advanced composite design incorporating 3-D printed polymeric scaffolds and multi-scale hybrid reinforcement. Scientific awards & grants No specific awards or funded-grant details are disclosed in the supplied profile. PhD & master’s supervision No advisee names or supervision records are provided in the available text. Laboratories & teams His affiliation with the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy implies access to materials-testing, concrete-technology and geodetic laboratories, though explicit laboratory names are not given.
Dr. Angela Casarella is an Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Engineering within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. Her research bridges geotechnical engineering and materials science, focusing on the micromechanical behavior of clays and engineered geomaterials for civil and environmental applications. Education: PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Grenoble Alpes University, France (2018–2022) MSc in Geomechanics, Civil Engineering and Risks, Grenoble Alpes University, France (2017–2018) MEngSc in Geotechnical Engineering, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy (2016–2018) BEng in Civil Engineering, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy (2013–2016) Her research interests lie at the intersection of geotechnical engineering and materials science, with a strong emphasis on clay micromechanics, thermomechanical behavior, and microstructural characterization. She employs experimental techniques such as synchrotron nano-tomography and SAXS/WAXS, combined with numerical and analytical modeling, to study particle-scale mechanisms in clays. Her work has significant implications for energy geostructures, soil stabilization, and geological hazard assessment. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the fundamental behavior of clays across scales—from nanometric interactions governed by DLVO forces to macroscopic thermo-hydro-mechanical responses. Her work integrates advanced imaging, particle-scale modeling, and constitutive development, particularly in the context of temperature effects and energy applications. A strong trend toward multi-scale and interdisciplinary approaches is evident, combining colloid science, mechanics, and geotechnics. Dr. Casarella has not been awarded any listed scientific awards or fellowships in the provided text. She has not publicly listed any graduate students or advisees. Her research is supported through institutional affiliations and likely involves collaborations within the Geotechnics Section at Imperial and the International Research Center for Clay Micromechanics. She previously held a postdoctoral position at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden (2023–2025), where she led experimental campaigns on quick clays using advanced imaging techniques. Her research is conducted within the Geotechnics Section of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, which hosts the MSc in Geotechnical Engineering and fosters interdisciplinary research in soil mechanics, energy geostructures, and advanced materials characterization.
Jonathan Glinz is a Researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Wels (FH Wels), affiliated with the Research Center Wels and multiple Centers of Excellence, including Automotive/Mobility, Medical Engineering/TIMed, and Smart Production. He earned his PhD in 2023 from TU Wien's Institute of Materials Science and Technology, focusing on quantitative phase and dark-field contrast computed tomography for industrial applications in lightweight materials. His research interests span X-ray computed tomography, additive manufacturing, materials characterization, and biomedical engineering. Education: PhD in Materials Science, TU Wien (2019–2023) Research Focus: Glinz specializes in advanced imaging techniques (e.g., X-ray CT, phase contrast, dark-field imaging) for non-destructive evaluation of materials, particularly in additive manufacturing, carbon composites, and biomedical applications. His work emphasizes porosity detection, fatigue life prediction, and material degradation analysis under hygrothermal conditions. Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary projects like HyperMAT (hyperspectral material characterization) and TCA5 (diabetic foot imaging), Glinz collaborates with universities and industry partners in Austria and the Czech Republic. He has presented at international conferences on topics like microcomputed tomography in biomedical materials. Awards: Recipient of the Ron Halmshaw Award (2020) "Forschungsassistent*in des Jahres 2023" (Research Assistant of the Year) Labs/Teams: Core member of the Com3d-XCT Competence Center for 3D X-ray imaging and the PSSP project on photonic sensing for industrial processes.
Dr. Pan Zhang is a Researcher at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, specializing in materials modeling and micro-mechanics. His work focuses on crystal plasticity modeling, particularly the generation of microstructures for polycrystalline materials to support finite element analysis. He holds a BSc and MSc in Control Engineering and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Research interests include Voronoi tessellation applications, optimization using evolutionary algorithms, and material behavior under extreme conditions. His contributions span computational geometry, composite materials, and supply chain environmental impact analysis. Publications highlight advancements in grain structure simulation, cryptographic integration in embedded systems, and cloud-based privacy-preserving techniques. Collaborations include projects with Professors Liliang Wang and Daniel Balint, though he is not directly listed as a supervisor for the mentioned PhD studentships. No scientific awards are explicitly stated, but his work demonstrates expertise in interdisciplinary engineering and computational methods.
Dr Sacha Cavelier is a Research Fellow at the Faculty of Engineering, School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, Queensland University of Technology (QUT) . His work focuses on biomedical engineering , biomaterials , and 3D printing applications for tissue and bone regeneration. His research includes: Developing 3D-printed medical composites with enhanced mechanical and thermal properties Designing biodegradable bone grafts reinforced with titanium mesh Investigating multizonal scaffolds for osteochondral regeneration Studying molecular-scale bone toughness through osteopontin crosslinking Characterizing spinal dura mater and pericranium mechanical properties Recent publications highlight his expertise in biomimetic nanointerfaces , calcium sulfate composites , and weak interface mechanics for tissue engineering. His work integrates materials science with regenerative medicine to advance clinical solutions.
