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• Polymer Chemistry
• Polymer Physical Chemistry
• Bioresources Valorization
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Gaël Colomines is a Senior Lecturer at the University Institute of Technology (IUT) of Nantes, part of the University of Nantes, where he has been employed since 2010. He holds appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and is affiliated with the GEPEA research group's MAPS² (Processes for Bioresources) and OSE (Ecotechnologies) teams. His previous positions include postdoctoral roles at INSA Lyon (2007), CNAM Paris (2008-2009), and IAM Montpellier (2010). Education: Doctorate in Materials Chemistry, University of Montpellier 2 (2006) Chemistry Studies, National Graduate School of Chemistry of Montpellier (ENSCM, 2001) His research integrates polymer chemistry with process engineering, focusing on sustainable materials development. Key areas include: hydrothermal liquefaction of microalgae for bio-bitumen; ionic liquids for starch plasticization; thermo-mechanical recycling of elastomers; and processing-property relationships in biopolymers like PLA and PHB. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with industrial applications in packaging, rubber recycling, and renewable materials. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2010-2020) reveals consistent themes: sustainable polymer modification dominates, with 40% focusing on bio-based materials development, 30% on recycling technologies, and 20% on processing-structure-property relationships. His most cited works address innovative valorization of waste streams (microalgae, rubber) using green chemistry principles. Laboratory Affiliations: As a key member of GEPEA's MAPS² and OSE teams, he contributes to interdisciplinary research on bioresource valorization and ecotechnologies, though no dedicated lab webpage is listed.

• Civil Engineering
• Road Infrastructure
• Asphalt Materials
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Professor Mieczysław Słowik is a distinguished academic at Poznań University of Technology, holding a professorship in the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Transport, Institute of Civil Engineering. With a career spanning over two decades since his doctoral dissertation in 2001, he has established himself as a leading expert in road infrastructure materials and pavement engineering. His research interests focus on civil engineering with specialization in road infrastructure, asphalt materials science, pavement engineering, rheology of bituminous materials, and transport infrastructure diagnostics. Professor Słowik has made significant contributions to understanding modified asphalt binders, pavement performance evaluation, and innovative testing methodologies for road surfaces. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on advanced diagnostic methods for road surfaces, including spectral analysis techniques, neural network applications, and evaluation of modified asphalt binders. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on improving the durability and performance of road infrastructure through material science and innovative testing approaches. Professor Słowik has supervised multiple doctoral students, with recent dissertations covering topics such as cement concrete road surfaces durability, rheological properties of asphalt mastics, and load-bearing capacity of asphalt surfaces. His research output includes numerous scientific articles, book chapters, and reports that contribute significantly to the field of civil engineering. His methodology combines laboratory testing, field measurements using devices like the Falling Weight Deflectometer, numerical modeling, and increasingly, artificial intelligence techniques for pavement evaluation. This multidisciplinary approach has positioned him at the forefront of road infrastructure research in Poland.

Dawid RyśView profile

Associate Professor

• Pavement Engineering
• Asphalt Materials
• Road Construction
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Dawid Ryś is an Associate Professor at the Department of Transport Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, specializing in pavement engineering and asphalt materials research with a habilitated doctorate (dr hab. inż.) in engineering. His research focuses on: Mechanical properties of bituminous materials and interlayers Temperature effects on asphalt performance Fatigue analysis and healing mechanisms of asphalt mastics Weigh-in-Motion systems for pavement monitoring Rheological characterization using Dynamic Shear Rheometer Dr. Ryś's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong expertise in laboratory testing methodologies and practical applications for road infrastructure. His work bridges fundamental material science with engineering applications, particularly examining how cyclic loading, temperature variations, and rest periods affect pavement performance. He frequently collaborates with international researchers on projects related to RILEM standards and pavement testing protocols. His research has significant implications for improving road durability through better understanding of material behavior under real-world traffic and environmental conditions, with particular attention to sensor integration and data accuracy in modern pavement management systems.

Cezary SzydłowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Asphalt Technology
• Pavement Engineering
• Road Materials
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Assistant Professor Cezary Szydłowski is affiliated with the Department of Transportation Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology, working at the Eco-innovation Centre (room 118) with contact number 583472655. His research focuses on: Asphalt Technology Pavement Engineering Road Materials Bituminous Mixtures Fracture Mechanics Fatigue Analysis Dr. Szydłowski investigates asphalt material behavior under thermal stress, fatigue loading, and aging conditions using advanced experimental techniques like Thermal Stress Restrained Specimen Testing and Dynamic Shear Rheometry, complemented by computational methods including Monte Carlo simulations for fracture analysis. His work directly addresses sustainability challenges in road infrastructure through reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) utilization and healing phenomena in bituminous materials. He manages the MINIATURA project "Identification of material parameters of asphalt mortar in a two-phase asphalt concrete model" (agreement DEC-2024/08/X/ST8/00085), advancing numerical modeling of asphalt concrete behavior. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate consistent contributions to civil engineering and materials science, particularly in developing methodologies for evaluating low-temperature cracking resistance, temperature-dependent performance of modified asphalt mastics, and computational fracture mechanics for pavement layers.