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• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Thermal Energy Storage
• Phase Change Materials
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Hafiz Muhammad Adeel Hassan is a Researcher in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable infrastructure, thermal energy storage systems, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). He is based at the Skempton Building on the South Kensington Campus. His research interests include phase change materials (PCMs), building energy efficiency, and renewable energy systems integration. He can be contacted at h.hassan@imperial.ac.uk . Recent publications emphasize optimizing thermal energy storage systems using PCM-based technologies, analyzing heat exchanger configurations for building cooling, and developing CFD models for latent heat storage applications. His work bridges material science with civil engineering to enhance sustainable infrastructure solutions. No specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials. His research contributes to advancing climate-responsive building systems and energy-efficient technologies through innovative PCM applications and numerical modeling techniques.

Burcu AkinciView profile

Professor

• Construction Engineering and Management
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Infrastructure Systems
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Dr. Burcu Akinci is the Paul Christiano Professor and Department Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering. She holds a BS from Middle East Technical University, an MBA from Bilkent University, and MS/PhD from Stanford University. Her research focuses on integrating BIM with 3D imaging/sensor data to create digital twins for construction and infrastructure management, emphasizing predictive operations and fault diagnosis in HVAC systems. She has secured over $16M in grants, authored 70+ journal papers, and pioneered methodologies for as-built BIM generation and infrastructure monitoring. Education : PhD 2000 - Stanford University (Civil & Environmental Engineering) MS 1995 - Stanford University MBA 1993 - Bilkent University BS 1991 - Middle East Technical University Research Interests : Dr. Akinci develops technologies to streamline construction and infrastructure operations through digital twins. Key areas include: BIM integration with IoT/sensor networks 3D imaging for asset management Fault detection in HVAC systems Autonomous environmental control for space habitats Predictive maintenance using AI Grants & Patents : $6M+ PI grants, $10M+ co-PI grants (federal/state/industry) 2 patents issued, 1 provisional patent Labs & Teams : Active in the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation, leading projects on smart buildings and infrastructure resilience.

• Computer Engineering
• Reconfigurable Computing
• Embedded Systems
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Keyvan Shahin is a Professor in the Computer Engineering department at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg. His work focuses on reconfigurable computing, embedded systems, robotics, and communication architectures. He advises multiple doctoral students including Amritha Premkumar and Muhammad Amin Qureshi. Education details are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but his research interests span adaptive UAV swarm systems, algorithm optimization for hardware architectures, and domain-specific processor design. His recent publications explore topics like modular UAV communication, polynomial connections in signal processing, and reconfigurable hardware acceleration techniques. Keyvan leads the Computer Engineering Group and contributes to projects such as the UBICO initiative. His technical expertise includes developing automated toolflows for CGRA (Coarse-Grained Reconfigurable Array) architectures and advancing adaptive processor design methodologies. He holds a Master of Science degree and can be reached at keyvan.shahin@b-tu.de . His office is located in Building 1C, Room 1.39.

Hyojin KimView profile

Associate Professor

• Building Energy Efficiency
• Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)
• Sustainable Architecture
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Hyojin Kim is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Research at the Hillier College of Architecture and Design, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). She also coordinates the Joint Ph.D. Program in Urban Systems. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the Catholic University of America from 2013 to 2019. Dr. Kim holds a Ph.D. in Architecture from Texas A&M University (2012), an M.S. in Housing and Interior Design from Yonsei University (2006), and a B.S. in Housing and Interior Design from Yonsei University (2004). Her research focuses on building energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), and next-generation built environments. Key projects include collaborations with NIST, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Samsung Electronics, and SmithGroupJJR, evaluating advanced low-energy systems and technologies. She has secured funding from NIST, U.S. Department of Energy, and ASHRAE, among others, and has authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers and technical reports. Dr. Kim actively contributes to professional organizations: Chair of ASHRAE GPC 45P on Whole Building Performance, Vice Chair of TC 4.7 Energy Calculations, and Research Subcommittee Chair for TC 7.6 Building Energy Performance. She also serves on the ASHRAE GPC 14 Measurement of Energy Savings. Awarded the 2020 ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award, her work emphasizes practical applications of energy-efficient technologies and standards. Her research spans hotel energy management, school building performance, and thermal comfort metrics. She leads initiatives to bridge academic research with industry practices through interdisciplinary collaborations. Her advisory and grant activities include managing NJIT’s research strategy and overseeing the Ph.D. program in Urban Systems. She has advised numerous projects funded by federal agencies and industry partners, focusing on building codes, energy retrofits, and sustainable design methodologies. Dr. Kim’s lab focuses on real-world validation of energy models and IEQ technologies. She collaborates with the ASHRAE Task Force to develop global thermal comfort databases and performance measurement protocols, ensuring alignment between research and industry standards.

Matthias SchefflerView profile

Professor

• Kinetic Monte Carlo simulation
• ab initio DFT
• electronic structure theory
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Prof. Dr. Matthias Scheffler is the Director of the Theory Department at the Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft. His research focuses on predictive multiscale modeling in catalysis and energy conversion, integrating electronic structure theory, kinetic Monte Carlo simulations, and machine learning. He leads a diverse team (25+ nationalities) exploring processes in catalysts and energy devices. Research Interests: Computationally modeling materials properties, electrochemical interfaces, and energy conversion. Specializes in density-functional theory (DFT), ab initio methods, and data science for accelerating materials discovery. Current projects include understanding electron spillover effects in electrocatalysis and developing self-driving labs for catalysis research. Recent Highlights: Pioneered the Automatic Process Explorer (APE) for atomic dynamics analysis, revealed quantum mechanical electron spillover in water interfaces, and secured funding renewal for the e-conversion Cluster of Excellence. Collaborates with institutions like TU Berlin, FZ Jülich, and Brown University. Labs/Teams: Heads the Theory Department with subgroups like Light-Matter Interactions (Dr. Matthias Kick) and Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials (Dr. Hendrik Heenen). Hosts retreats and international collaborations, including EU-funded projects and Humboldt Professorships.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Resilience
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Roberto Andreotti serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Trento, Italy. His work focuses on advancing seismic resilience through innovative structural systems and experimental validation methodologies. His research spans: Earthquake Engineering Structural Dynamics of Steel/Composite Systems Replaceable Dissipative Components Hybrid Simulation Techniques Seismic Resilience Quantification Specializing in experimental validation of novel structural concepts, he develops repairable systems that maintain functionality post-earthquake through strategically designed replaceable elements. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on experimental validation of replaceable connection systems for steel/composite structures. His work integrates full-scale hybrid simulations with probabilistic modeling to quantify seismic demand and resilience, emphasizing practical repairability metrics. Key contributions include impact mass damper optimization and high-strength steel applications for coupling beams. Collaborating extensively with Nicola Tondini, Oreste S. Bursi, and Alessio Bonelli, his research demonstrates strong industry-academia integration through real-scale testing protocols. Current projects indicate progression toward AI-enhanced seismic demand modeling and multi-hazard resilience frameworks.

Tilmann E. KuhnView profile

Researcher

• Solar Energy
• Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)
• Thermal Engineering
• +4 more

Dr. Tilmann E. Kuhn is the Deputy Head of the Department Energy Efficient Buildings at Fraunhofer ISE, specializing in energy-efficient building systems and solar technologies. He holds a PhD in Physics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has been with Fraunhofer ISE since 1999. His research focuses on building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), solar thermal systems, and smart building technologies. He has led the Solar Building Envelope Group (2004-2022) and coordinated numerous national and international projects. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, standardization, and practical implementation of renewable energy solutions. Education: PhD in Physics: Design, Development, and Testing of Innovative Solar-Control Facade Systems (University of Athens) Studies in Physics (University of Heidelberg) Research Interests: Dr. Kuhn’s work spans BIPV integration, thermal performance of building envelopes, and digital tools for energy-efficient design. His innovations include anti-glare PV modules, solar thermal facade systems, and semantic web-based building data frameworks. He advocates for standardized methodologies to bridge research and industry needs, ensuring practical adoption of sustainable technologies. Projects & Grants: He has coordinated projects like SolConPro and contributed to initiatives like BIPV Baden-Württemberg . His teams develop prototypes (e.g., MorphoColor PV modules) and testing protocols (e.g., GWERT-TRACKER) to advance BIPV and solar thermal applications. Labs & Teams: His division collaborates across Fraunhofer ISE’s R&D infrastructure, focusing on energy-efficient building systems, materials science, and digital simulation tools. Key areas include facade innovation, thermal management, and interdisciplinary energy solutions.

Jean-Baptiste BouvenotView profile

Lecturer

• Energy Systems
• Thermal Transfers
• Thermodynamics
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Jean-Baptiste Bouvenot is a Lecturer at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the ICube research unit's 'Civil Engineering-Energy' team. His research focuses on decentralized energy production, micro cogeneration systems, thermal transfers, and geothermal energy solutions for building efficiency. He holds a PhD in Energy Engineering (2015) and has authored books like Heat Transfer by Example (2015) and Climate and Energy Engineering (2019-2024). His work integrates experimental and numerical methods to optimize energy systems, including greywater heat recovery, rainwater geothermal tanks, and clay-based thermal insulation materials. Key research areas include: (1) Micro cogeneration systems coupling with residential buildings, (2) Geothermal and rainwater-based energy storage, (3) Thermal analysis of building materials, and (4) Stochastic modeling of energy demand. His publications span journals like Energy and Buildings and Applied Thermal Engineering , emphasizing experimental validation and numerical simulation. Bouvenot's contributions include developing energy simulation platforms for micro-CHP systems and optimizing hybrid geothermal solutions. His recent work (2020-2025) explores low-energy domestic hot water systems and passive cooling strategies using innovative thermal storage concepts.

Fausto MarincioniView profile

Professor

• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Environmental Geography
• Climate Change Adaptation
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Fausto Marincioni is a Full Professor at the Department of Life and Environmental Sciences (University of Marche) with expertise in disaster risk reduction, climate change, and socio-environmental vulnerability. His research focuses on geohazards, flood management, and participatory methodologies for risk mitigation. He leads the Disaster Risk Reduction Laboratory and actively contributes to EU projects like LIFE PRIMES. His work integrates geospatial analysis, policy evaluation, and community engagement to enhance resilience in vulnerable regions. Research interests include: Geo-hydrological hazards and risk perception Climate adaptation strategies in coastal and urban areas Emergency management systems and crowd-sourced data applications Socio-economic dimensions of disaster resilience Disaster education and shared leadership models Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to flood simulation, landslide modeling, and policy integration for SDG implementation. He advocates for geoethics principles in environmental decision-making and has advised on disaster preparedness for universities and hospitals. His office hours are held at the Disaster Risk Reduction Lab, focusing on collaborative research and student mentorship.

Abouzar EstebsariView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
• Power System Security
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Abouzar Estebsari is an Associate Professor in Civil and Building Services Engineering at London South Bank University (LSBU). He holds roles as Course Director of the MSc Building Services Engineering program and Timetabling Lead of the department. His expertise spans sustainable energy systems, smart grids, and power system security, with a focus on multi-vector energy systems and real-time simulations using tools like Opal-RT. Estebsari has contributed to EU-funded projects (FP7/H2020) and secured grants including £1.03M from Innovate UK as Co-Investigator. Educated at Politecnico di Torino (PhD, 2015), he held postdoctoral and faculty roles there before joining LSBU. He has also been a Visiting Scholar at RWTH-Aachen University (2016) and a Research Scholar at The George Washington University (2019). His research emphasizes low-carbon energy solutions, collaborating with BSRIA LSBU Net Zero Building Centre and the Centre for Civil and Building Services Engineering (CCiBSE). Estebsari's work addresses UN SDGs related to affordable and clean energy and sustainable cities. His 60+ peer-reviewed publications (H-index 21) cover topics like non-intrusive load monitoring (NILM), IoT-enabled smart grids, and energy policy analysis. He has received the 2020 Manby Prize for contributions to ICT/BIM in civil engineering. He advises PhD students and serves on international examination boards, reviews EPSRC proposals, and evaluates EU Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions. His current projects focus on nanogrids, seaport energy resilience, and decision tools for power systems in developing nations.

Oliver CurnickView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrogen Energy
• Electrochemical Power Sources
• Fuel Cells
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Oliver Curnick is an Associate Professor in Electrochemical Power Sources at Coventry University, leading the Hydrogen Energy research theme. His work focuses on advancing hydrogen technologies (production, storage, distribution) and lithium-ion battery diagnostics to support the sustainable energy transition. He is based at the Centre for Advanced Low Carbon Propulsion Systems and the Hydrogen Energy Applications Laboratory, which house facilities for collaborative industrial R&D projects. Research interests include overcoming technical/economic challenges in hydrogen energy systems, novel device/process development, and electrochemical diagnostic techniques for battery degradation assessment. Key areas include PEM fuel cells, lithium-ion battery lifecycle analysis, and integration of green hydrogen into multi-energy systems. Recent publications emphasize real-time battery diagnostics (e.g., non-linear frequency response analysis), hydrogen storage solutions, and system-level optimizations for fuel cell performance. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable clean energy and climate action. Notable outputs include patents on ion exchange membrane fuel cells and peer-reviewed contributions to Journal of Energy Storage and Electrochemistry Communications . Collaborations span academic and industrial partners focused on advancing low-carbon propulsion and energy storage technologies. Ongoing projects include second-life battery applications and thermal management strategies for hydrogen-powered vehicles.

Thomas StatherosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Autonomous Systems
• Aerospace Engineering
• Avionics
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Thomas Statheros is an Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering (Avionics, Autonomy, and Safety) at Coventry University, affiliated with the Research Centre for Future Transport and Cities (CFTC). He leads the Critical Autonomy and Safety Laboratory (CAUSLab) and contributes to British Standards Institution (BSI) standards for autonomy and safety. With over 23 years of experience in industrial and academic research, he specializes in Autonomous Systems, AI, Embedded Systems, and Avionics Design, collaborating with aerospace, automotive, and marine industries. He has designed safety-critical systems for projects like the LEMV airship and helicopter weather radar control panels, adhering to standards like DO-178B and ARP4754. His research focuses on Autonomous Systems Architecture, eVTOL aircraft, Avionics, and Safety-Critical Systems. Recent work includes developing efficient certification processes for aerospace and automotive industries, as well as designing verification/validation frameworks using simulators like Gazebo/Omniverse. He has led projects such as the EV-LIFT (Innovate UK), contributing £389K to Coventry University’s research on electric vehicle safety and performance. Key research trends in his articles include advancements in eVTOL design methodologies, battery health monitoring via optical sensors, and secure communication systems for non-terrestrial networks. His work bridges academic innovation with industrial application, emphasizing real-world testing and certification challenges. Teaching contributions include pioneering requirement-based verification in avionics modules and supervising over 35 undergraduate/postgraduate projects on autonomy, control systems, and safety-critical engineering. Collaborative efforts span industries and academic institutions, with notable partnerships in the UK, Europe, and the US. Current initiatives aim to address sustainability in aerospace and automotive sectors through hydrogen production and energy-efficient technologies.

Hasan KivrakView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Autonomous Robots
• Indoor Wireless Positioning
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Dr. Hasan Kivrak is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Science at Northumbria University, UK, since 2023. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Selcuk University, Turkey, and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from Istanbul Technical University. Before joining Northumbria, he served as a Research Associate at the University of Manchester's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (2021–2023). His research focuses on cyber-physical systems, autonomous robotics for extreme environments, and indoor wireless positioning. Key areas include developing socially-aware robots, digital twin approaches for industrial inspection, and navigation frameworks for human-robot interaction. His work addresses challenges in nuclear environments, assistive robotics, and 3D environmental modeling. Dr. Kivrak’s interdisciplinary projects bridge robotics, AI, and wireless networks. Notable contributions include the Cyber-WISE positioning system, symbiotic autonomous ecosystems for nuclear applications, and adaptive social navigation models. His research emphasizes practical solutions for industrial automation, human-robot collaboration, and extreme environment robotics. He currently resides at Northumbria University’s Ellison Building, Room ELB120, contributing to academic and applied research in computer science and robotics.

Dušan GordićView profile

Professor

• Energy Engineering
• Sustainable Development
• Waste Heat Utilization
• +5 more

Dušan Gordić is a Professor in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac. His research focuses on energy efficiency, waste heat utilization, and sustainable industrial processes, with a particular emphasis on public infrastructure and food production systems. He holds a professorial position since 2012 and contributes to academic leadership through his chair in energy systems. His research interests span energy engineering, environmental impact assessment, and emerging technologies like AI-driven energy management. He has conducted case studies on kindergarten energy performance, industrial decarbonization, and 3D printing applications in education. His work integrates both theoretical and applied approaches, addressing challenges in renewable energy adoption and public building optimization. Key research themes: Energy systems, HVAC efficiency, sustainable manufacturing, and waste-to-energy solutions. Notable projects: Rooftop photovoltaic integration for food facilities, waste heat recovery in industrial compressors, and GPT applications in public building management. Dr. Gordić collaborates with municipalities and industries to develop practical solutions for energy efficiency, including thermal insulation strategies and carbon footprint reduction in urban settings. His publications frequently explore Balkan case studies, emphasizing regional sustainability challenges.

Stavroulakis GeorgiosView profile

Professor

• Smart Structures
• Structural Engineering
• Vibration Control
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Stavroulakis Georgios is a Professor at the School of Production Engineering and Management, Technical University of Crete. His research focuses on smart structures, vibration control, finite element methods, and advanced materials. He leads interdisciplinary projects in structural mechanics, acoustics, and computational mechanics with applications in engineering systems and heritage preservation. Key areas include: (1) Development of robust control systems for smart structures, (2) Numerical modeling of masonry and composite materials, (3) Applications of artificial intelligence in structural analysis and material science. Office: Δ5.109, DPEM Building. Research activities emphasize: Active vibration suppression using piezoelectric systems and auxetic materials Advanced finite element analysis for biomedical and historical structures Data-driven computational methods for material characterization Acoustic comfort optimization in urban environments Structural health monitoring through physics-informed neural networks His work bridges traditional engineering disciplines with modern AI tools, addressing challenges in infrastructure resilience and sustainable design. Publications span smart materials innovation, nonlinear mechanics, and heritage building restoration.