Find Academic Supervisors

Javier González-RochaView profile

Research Fellow

• Aerial Robotic Systems
• Dynamics
• Control
• +7 more

Dr. Javier González-Rocha serves as a Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Riverside. His research leverages system identification, flight dynamic modeling, state estimation, and low-cost sensors to develop aerial robotic systems for atmospheric sensing, with applications in environmental monitoring and urban mobility. His educational journey includes: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, California State University, Sacramento M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, California State University, Sacramento Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Virginia Tech Dr. González-Rocha's work pioneers drone-based measurement of wind, turbulence, and air composition in the atmospheric boundary layer. His research spans precision agriculture (methane emissions management in dairy farms), disaster response (coastal flow pattern analysis), and urban air quality monitoring, consistently integrating engineering principles with environmental science challenges. Analysis of his publications reveals a cohesive trajectory in unmanned aircraft system applications for atmospheric science, with increasing focus on real-world implementation including field campaigns for vehicle emissions measurement and hazardous spill response. His methodologies emphasize practical deployment of low-cost sensor networks in complex environments. His commitment to diversity in STEM has earned significant recognition: California State University Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Award for Outstanding Alumnus & Service/Leadership Virginia Tech Aspire Award for Self-Understanding and Integrity Dr. González-Rocha actively mentors underrepresented students through initiatives like the NSF-funded program providing research opportunities for underserved populations. During his doctoral studies, he founded Virginia Tech's Graduate Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, establishing a graduate-to-undergraduate mentoring network that transformed campus culture for Latina and Latino engineering students. His current research bridges aerial robotics with environmental monitoring, maintaining dual focus on technical innovation in wind sensing algorithms and community-building through inclusive STEM practices.

Kirsten CookeView profile

Lecturer

• Curatorial Practice
• Queer Ecologies
• Politics of Mediation
• +7 more

Kirsten Cooke is a Lecturer in the Art Department at Goldsmiths, University of London, where she joined the Graduate Diploma in Art program in 2023 after teaching positions at the University of Reading and Birkbeck, University of London. With over thirteen years of international teaching experience across BA, MA, and PhD levels, Cooke situates curatorial practice as research that mediates how we 'know' through exhibition environments. PhD in Curatorial Practice, University of Reading (2016) MA in Critical Writing and Curatorial Practice, Chelsea College of Arts, UAL (2009) BA in Fine Art, Loughborough University (2007) Cooke's research centers on curatorial practice as a mode of knowledge production, specifically examining infrastructure space, queer ecologies, and the politics of mediation. Her work challenges anthropocentric, colonial, and capitalist approaches to mapping by developing watery cartographies through the Fluid Ground research project. She interrogates how exhibition environments stage our relationship with the planet, particularly through hydrological frameworks that decentre human exceptionalism and explore non-human embodiment. Her recent publications and exhibitions form a cohesive body of work exploring water as both medium and methodology. Rather than treating water metaphorically or transcendentally, Cooke develops practical approaches to mapping that acknowledge water's agency. This body of work moves from concrete exhibition architectures (like Metabolic Markets' repurposed department store and Snow Crash's scaffolding infrastructure) toward fluid cartographic practices that challenge normative spatial representations. Goldsmiths' College PRDF award for Fluid Ground research project Cooke supervises students interested in curatorial practice, critical-fictional writing, decolonizing exhibition practice, and queer ecologies. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels with particular focus on how curatorial frameworks can reorient our planetary relationships. The Fluid Ground project has generated multiple public outputs including exhibitions, workshops, and publications that model alternative approaches to landscape engagement. As curator of Steam Works gallery in Wandsworth Town, Cooke develops an exhibition program focused on queering and decentering gallery space while interrogating capitalism and class. The gallery, housed in a converted Georgian listed building, presents solo exhibitions supporting intergenerational exchange among artists at different career stages.

• Graphene
• Ion-Selective Electrodes
• Nano-Graphene Oxide
• +12 more

Dr. Zhanna Boeva is a researcher at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, Lomonosov Moscow State University, affiliated with the Chemistry Department. Her work bridges polymer chemistry, materials science, and biomedical engineering, focusing on sustainable technologies for health applications. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Polymer Chemistry – Lomonosov Moscow State University (2008–2012) Master’s Degree, Chemistry – Lomonosov Moscow State University (2003–2008) Dr. Boeva’s research centers on non-invasive biosensors and graphene-based materials . Key areas include magnetohydrodynamic glucose monitoring, self-powered biosupercapacitors, and stimuli-responsive polymer composites for tissue engineering. She explores applications of ion-selective electrodes , ATR-FTIR spectroscopy , and electrospun nanofibers in health diagnostics. Her recent publications highlight trends in on-body chemical sensing and biocompatible devices , with a focus on sustainable and needle-free glucose monitoring solutions. Collaborations include international researchers in Finland and Sweden, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation. Scientific Activities Conference Presentations (2022–2023): Presented research on low-cost graphene paper ion-selective electrodes. Academic Hosting: Hosted visiting researchers Maria Khaydukova (2017–2018) and Eszter Supala (2017).

Jutta SperlingView profile

Professor

• Medieval History
• Renaissance Studies
• Art History
• +7 more

Jutta Sperling is a Professor of History at Hampshire College and holds a visiting scholar position at Amherst College . She received her M.A. from the University of Göttingen and her Ph.D. from Stanford University. Teaching Interests: Medieval/Early Modern Europe, Italian Renaissance, Ethiopian History, Gender Studies, Decolonial Archive Studies. Research Focus: Ethiopian sacred art, Nursing Virgin iconography, queer lactation narratives, and comparative Mediterranean legal studies. Publications: Author of Roman Charity: Queer Lactations in Early Modern Visual Culture (2016) and Convents and the Body Politic in Late Renaissance Venice (1999), co-editor of The Virgin’s Milk (forthcoming 2025) and other volumes. Her recent work explores Ethiopian apocrypha like the Nägärä Maryam , analyzing Gəˁəz manuscripts and cross-cultural Marian cults. She examines how lactation imagery subverts patriarchal norms in European and Ethiopian contexts, while integrating postcolonial theory into historical analysis. Key articles address topics ranging from Caravaggio’s charitable allegories to milk miracles in Venetian art, appearing in journals like The Art Bulletin and Renaissance Quarterly . Her research bridges art history, religious studies, and critical gender analysis, focusing on visual and textual artifacts from 1000-1800 CE.

Eun Jung ChaeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI)
• Smart/Adaptive Propulsion Systems
• +4 more

Dr. Eun Jung Chae is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at California State University, Long Beach. She specializes in numerical, theoretical, and physical modeling of single/multiphase flows in smart/adaptive propulsion systems, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), and energy conversion systems. Her research emphasizes Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) simulations of flexible lifting bodies, focusing on aeroelastic response, stability, and flow-induced vibrations. She developed a novel FSI coupling model to analyze stability boundaries and instability modes in adaptive systems. Current projects investigate aerodynamic benefits of morphing wings for aircraft adaptation to off-design conditions through combined numerical simulations and experiments. Contact: Office: ECS-630 Phone: 562.985.2096 Email: eunjung.chae@csulb.edu Advising Hours: Mon./Wed. 11:00-12:00 pm (BSAE-Advisor@csulb.edu)

Yildirim HurmuzluView profile

Professor

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Dynamics and Vibrations
• +3 more

Yildirim Hurmuzlu holds the dual distinguished professorships of Altshuler Distinguished Professor and University Distinguished Professor within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Southern Methodist University. His primary affiliation is explicitly stated with his office located in Embrey 301C, confirming active faculty status in mechanical engineering research and instruction. His research interests focus on Robotics, Control Systems, and Dynamics and Vibrations, particularly examining rigid body collision mechanics, bipedal locomotion stability, and magnetic actuation for micro-scale robotics. Key specialties include impact dynamics in kinematic chains, nonlinear control of inverted pendulum systems, haptic interface design for medical applications, and aerospace robotics for space debris mitigation. This work bridges theoretical dynamics with practical implementations in robotic inspection systems and human digital twin technologies. Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a strategic shift toward magnetic millirobotics for industrial inspection and modular assembly, while maintaining foundational work in impact dynamics. Aerospace applications now dominate new research strands, especially human digital twins for manufacturing quality assurance and tethered satellite control for space debris removal. Medical haptics remains a consistent theme with continued development of virtual palpation systems. Awards include: Altshuler Distinguished Professor University Distinguished Professor No student advising records or grant funding details were provided in the source material. His departmental affiliation confirms leadership in robotics and dynamics research without explicit mention of labs or teams, though his work implies substantial involvement in experimental robotic systems development through repeated references to design, control, and implementation.

• Numerical Relativity
• General Relativistic Hydrodynamics
• Computational Astrophysics
• +7 more

Pablo Cerda Duran is an Associate Professor at the Universitat de València, affiliated with the Faculty of Physics, Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics. He is a member of the Computational Astrophysics and Cosmology (CompAC) research group and previously contributed to the Computer Aided Modeling of Astrophysical Plasma (CAMAP) group. He earned his PhD in 2006 with a thesis on the general relativistic collapse of rotating stellar cores under the supervision of Dr. José Antonio Font Roda. His research lies at the intersection of numerical relativity, computational astrophysics, and high-performance computing. He specializes in developing and applying numerical methods to simulate extreme astrophysical phenomena, particularly involving compact objects such as neutron stars and black holes. His work includes general relativistic hydrodynamics and magnetohydrodynamics, Einstein’s equations, and instabilities in rotating stars. The body of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on algorithmic innovation in numerical relativity—such as implicit time integration schemes, constrained evolution formulations, and iterative solvers—applied to problems in relativistic astrophysics. His simulations span core collapse, neutron star instabilities, and boson star dynamics, often in the context of gravitational wave sources. Email: pablo.cerda@uv.es His scientific contributions appear in leading journals like Classical and Quantum Gravity , Journal of Computational Physics , and Astronomy & Astrophysics . Although no formal awards are listed, his sustained publication record and collaborative network indicate significant recognition in the field. He has co-authored works with prominent figures such as José Antonio Font, Miguel-Ángel Aloy, and Eric Gourgoulhon. Pablo Cerda Duran leads and contributes to advanced computational modeling efforts, advancing the simulation capabilities of relativistic systems. His work continues to support the theoretical interpretation of gravitational wave signals and high-energy astrophysical events.

Christoph SchäferView profile

Researcher

• Computational Physics
• High Performance Computing
• Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
• +6 more

Christoph Schäfer is a German astrophysicist at the University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics and its Computational Physics department. His work focuses on numerical particle methods, particularly Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH), to model planetary formation, collisions, and protoplanetary disc dynamics. University of Tübingen, Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Computational Physics Expert in SPH simulations, high-performance computing, and planet formation Developed the miluph and miluphcuda SPH codes Dr. Schäfer's research spans impact physics, binary star systems, and dust dynamics. His work has been applied to missions like DART and includes modeling Mercury's formation, circumbinary disc interactions, and collisional dust production. He teaches computational astrophysics, numerical methods, and advanced astronomy courses, with a strong emphasis on hands-on programming exercises. His lab ( Numerical Particle Methods Group ) develops GPU-optimized simulation tools, and he has contributed to comparative studies of disc-planet interactions and small body dynamics in the solar system. He maintains an ORCID profile and is recognized in the astronomical community via the asteroid (5364) Christophschafer , discovered in 1980. Contact: ch.schaefer@uni-tuebingen.de (professional) or cm.schaefer@gmail.com (private).

Isa LealView profile

Lecturer

• Performance Studies
• Embodied Research
• Contact Improvisation
• +7 more

Isa Leal is a performance artist, dancer, director, and educator currently serving as an Associate Instructor in Theatre and Dance at the University of California, Davis. Her work explores the intersection of embodiment, empathy, and social engagement through experimental performance practices. She holds an MA in Performance Studies from UC Davis and is expected to complete her PhD in Performance Studies in 2024. BA in Theatre and Dance, James Madison University (2006) MA in Performance Studies, UC Davis (2020) PhD in Performance Studies (expected 2024), UC Davis Leal’s research and artistic practice focus on embodied empathy, contact improvisation, somatic practices, and interdisciplinary collaborations between art and science. She is particularly known for her Geophysical Dance Research with atmospheric scientist Dr. Ian Faloona, which explores how movement can model and communicate scientific phenomena such as fluid dynamics. Her performances often invite audience participation and introspection, blurring the boundaries between performer and witness. Her recent artistic works, such as Composing with Living (2019) and Symptom of Capitalism (2017), reflect a deep engagement with themes of agency, trauma, capitalism, and identity. These pieces integrate improvisation, ritual, and audience co-creation, often drawing from frameworks like the Tuning Score and Authentic Movement. Her publications and lectures extend these inquiries into academic discourse, particularly in performance studies and psychological anthropology. Brad Boynton Award for Excellence in the Arts Alpha Psi Omega Honor Society, Stratford Players Scholarship (2005) Honorary Alumnus, Henrico Center for the Arts (2009) Leal has curated and directed numerous performance festivals and collectives, including the Transmodern Festival and Iron Rainbow Dance Theatre. She has taught at various institutions and community spaces, emphasizing embodied creativity and improvisation. While she advises and collaborates with performers, no formal students are listed. She is actively creating, publishing, and performing, with no indication of retirement or former staff status.

• Naval Construction
• Thermal Analysis of Materials
• Rheology of Materials
• +5 more

Ana Álvarez García is a faculty member in the Department of Naval and Industrial Engineering at the Ferrol Engineering Polytechnic University College, Universidade da Coruña (UDC), specializing in Naval Construction. She actively contributes to both teaching and research, with a focus on thermal and rheological properties of materials applied to marine engineering. Department: Department of Naval and Industrial Engineering School: Ferrol Engineering Polytechnic University College University: Universidade da Coruña (UDC) Her research interests include naval construction, thermal analysis of materials, rheology, composite materials, adhesive bonding in marine structures, and sustainable shipbuilding. She is a member of the research group 'Propiedades térmicas y reológicas de materiales' and has led and co-authored numerous studies on material characterization for maritime applications. The body of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on thermal and mechanical behavior of materials in naval contexts, including adhesives, sandwich structures, and simulation tools like SIMULANCLA. Her work spans experimental testing, numerical modeling, and practical applications in shipbuilding and marine systems. She has supervised multiple Master’s theses, including those of Francisco Javier Rodríguez-Dopico and Carlos Alberto Gracia Fernández, both of which received the highest academic distinction. Her research is supported by collaborations with industry and academic partners such as INDITEX, NAVANTIA, and GABADI, and she has participated in numerous national and regional R&D projects. Ana Álvarez García also contributes to academic mentoring and curriculum development, guiding students in final-year projects and professional placements. She teaches core subjects such as Engineering Drawing, Marine Drawing, and the Integral Process of the Ship Project, ensuring students receive applied, industry-relevant training.

Pedro Martinez-VazquezView profile

Lecturer

• Structural Dynamics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Wind Engineering
• +13 more

Dr. Pedro Martinez-Vazquez is a Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Birmingham, UK. He has been in this position since 2012, having previously held a lectureship at the University of Liverpool and a Research Fellow role at the University of Birmingham. Education: PhD, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), 2006 MSc, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), 2002 BE, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), 1994 Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, 2012 His research interests span a wide range of topics in civil and environmental engineering, with a strong emphasis on structural dynamics , wind engineering , seismic effects , and the application of artificial intelligence and image recognition techniques to engineering problems. He explores interdisciplinary areas such as crop lodging due to wind, numerical modeling of human body dynamics, and sustainability in engineering systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent focus on wind and earthquake load interactions , performance of wind turbine towers , multi-hazard structural analysis , and innovative uses of computational methods and AI in fluid and structural dynamics. His work bridges experimental, analytical, and numerical approaches, often integrating novel techniques like conditional simulation and eigenface-based recognition. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Chartered Engineer, ICE, 2018 Member, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), 2018 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2012 Graduate Member, Institution of Structural Engineers, 2012 Associate of the Higher Education Academy, 2012 Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, 2012 Dr. Martinez-Vazquez actively supervises PhD research in areas including wind and seismic engineering, computational methods, artificial neural networks, and nanomaterials for structural enhancement. He teaches across all levels of civil engineering, including Structural Engineering I & II, Seismic Engineering, and research projects at BEng, MEng, and MSc levels. He has not received mention of specific grants in the provided text, but his research output suggests involvement in computational and experimental projects, likely supported by academic and industrial collaborations. His work on windborne debris and crop lodging indicates applied research with real-world impact. He has contributed to research through experimental, analytical, and numerical investigations, particularly in wind tunnel studies and stochastic modeling. His work with teams at Birmingham and collaborators internationally (e.g., C. J. Baker, M. Sterling) reflects strong interdisciplinary and collaborative research practices.

• Ribonuclease Research
• Eosinophil Biology
• Antimicrobial Activity
• +4 more

Mohammed Moussaoui Keribii is a Researcher in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, specializing in ribonuclease research with a focus on eosinophil-derived proteins and their antimicrobial properties. He is part of the Biomolecular Microbiology Group and has maintained an active research profile since at least 1991, with his PhD awarded in 1998 from the same institution. His educational background includes: PhD in Doctorat from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), awarded January 1, 1998 Moussaoui Keribii's research spans several interconnected domains: Structural and functional characterization of human ribonucleases, particularly RNase2, RNase3 (eosinophil cationic protein), and RNase6 Mechanisms of ribonuclease action against bacterial pathogens and biofilms Evolutionary adaptations within the RNase A superfamily Development of RNase-based therapeutics against antimicrobial resistance Immune modulation by secreted ribonucleases in extracellular spaces His work bridges fundamental biochemistry with translational applications in combating antimicrobial resistance. His publication record shows consistent productivity with 37 research outputs, including high-impact articles such as his 2018 review in Frontiers in Immunology which has received 136 Scopus citations. His research has been supported by multiple competitive grants from organizations including the European Regional Development Fund and Fundació La Marató de TV3. Moussaoui Keribii has been instrumental in several major collaborative projects: HOST EXTRACELLULAR RNASES SHAPING THE REGULATORY RNA NETWORK DURING INFECTION (2023-2026, active) AMRnase: An RNase-based drug to target antimicrobial resistance (2022-2024) NON CODING RNA CLEAVAGE IN HOST DEFENCE AGAINST INFECTION (2020-2023) Pattern recognition of non-coding RNA's to search for novel therapeutic targets (2019-2022) These projects demonstrate his leadership in applying ribonuclease research to address critical challenges in infectious disease and antimicrobial resistance.

Neil WrightView profile

Associate Professor

• Heat Transfer
• Thermophysical Property Measurement
• Parameter Estimation
• +3 more

Neil T. Wright is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the College of Engineering, Michigan State University. His research focuses on heat transfer, thermophysical property measurement, parameter estimation, and thermal biology. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania (1992), M.S. from the University of Colorado (1986), and B.S. from Virginia Tech (1981). His work bridges engineering and biomedical sciences, with notable contributions to thermal conductivity of superconducting materials (e.g., niobium for SRF cavities) and thermal damage models in biological systems. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics, University of Pennsylvania (1992) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Colorado (1986) B.S., Engineering Science & Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute (1981) His research interests include: Thermal properties of biomaterials and soft tissues Modeling heat-induced damage in cells and tissues Superconducting material fabrication and characterization Biomechanical systems and interstitial fluid dynamics in the brain Publications span interdisciplinary topics like cryobiology, SRF cavity design, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms. Awards include the ASME Fellowship (2018), Withrow Teaching Award (2015), and Whitaker Biomedical Research Award (1996). He advises multiple collaborative projects on thermal engineering and biomedical applications, with active grants focusing on material science and biophysics. Lab activities involve advanced thermal measurement techniques and computational modeling.

• Biosensing Technology
• Nanomaterials
• Medical Diagnostics
• +5 more

Dr. Jing Pan is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida. He leads the Biodesign Lab, focusing on developing cutting-edge biosensing technologies for real-time monitoring of immune system dynamics and biomolecules in bodily fluids. His NSF CAREER Award-winning project aims to create continuous monitoring systems for immune status assessment, addressing critical gaps in clinical diagnostics. His research integrates nanomaterials, nanostructured surfaces, and biorecognition elements to enable rapid, sensitive detection of biomarkers. Applications span healthcare (e.g., ICU monitoring during pandemics), agriculture, and engineering education innovation. Collaborations include work with Dr. Idalis Villanueva Alarcón to objectively measure student anxiety via saliva-based biosensors, bridging clinical and educational challenges. Pan’s work emphasizes adaptive, personalized medical interventions through technologies akin to 'thermostats for the body.' His lab’s advancements in DNA walkers, molecular switches, and nanoparticle-based sensors reflect a multidisciplinary approach to biomedical engineering challenges. Key scientific contributions include pioneering real-time spatiotemporal monitoring systems and antibody-based molecular switches. Key Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2023) Lab Focus: Biodesign Lab (nanotechnology, biosensors, biomedical applications) Education Initiative: Biosensor-driven anxiety measurement in engineering students

Ersin SayarView profile

Associate Professor

• Micropumps
• Piezoelectric Systems
• Heat Transfer
• +5 more

Ersin Sayar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU), located at ITU Ayazaga Campus in Istanbul, Turkey. His primary research focuses on micropump design, piezoelectric systems, heat transfer, and wearable sensors. He has published extensively in journals like Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, and IEEE Sensors Journal. His work spans microfluidics, thermal insulation materials, and biomedical sensor integration. He leads projects such as 'Experimental investigation of the effect of porous media on spontaneous or forced oscillatory flow/pool boiling' (2016–2021) and 'Investigation of the Effect of Vibrations Created by Piezoelectric Material on Temperature Distribution in Natural Convection' (2015–2021). Ersin has received notable awards including the ITU 2022 Academic Performance Awards and the Commercial Multi-physics Code Developer Certificate (2011). His research interests include developing eco-friendly nanofluids for thermal management, wearable humidity and temperature sensors for healthcare applications, and optimizing piezoelectric micropump performance. He has contributed to over 25 peer-reviewed articles and supervised 8 theses. His interdisciplinary work bridges mechanical engineering, materials science, and biomedical technology.