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Olga BarreraView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Mechanical Engineering
• Computational Mechanics
• Biomechanics
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Dr. Olga Barrera is a Reader in Mechanical Engineering at Oxford Brookes University, School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics. She serves as a year tutor for undergraduate engineering programs and has previously held a Research Fellow position at the Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford (2008–2017), and a consultancy role at China Medical University Hospital, Taiwan. Her academic work spans teaching, supervision, and leading a research lab focused on image-based multi-physics modeling of multi-phase materials. Reader in Mechanical Engineering, Oxford Brookes University (2018–present) Research Fellow, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford (2008–2017) Consultant, Department of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, Taiwan Her research interests lie at the intersection of computational mechanics, biomechanics, and materials science, with a focus on soft load-bearing tissues such as the knee meniscus. She integrates advanced imaging (micro-CT), experimental testing, and fractional calculus-based modeling to study tissue behavior and bio-inspired materials. Her work also extends to hydrogen embrittlement in metals and innovative finite element methods. Her recent publications (2023–2025) reveal a strong trend in image-driven modeling of biological tissues, fractional viscoelasticity, and bioinspired engineering solutions. Key themes include the mechanical behavior of meniscal tissue, fluid-structure interaction, anomalous transport in porous media, and deep learning applications in tissue mimicry. These works are published in high-impact journals such as Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society A , Materials & Design , and Acta Biomaterialia . Scientific awards and grants highlight her international recognition and research leadership: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (€190K, 2018–2020) EPSRC HemS grant (Co-I, £340K, 2014–2017) Research Excellence Award, Oxford Brookes (2021–2022, £20K) Visiting Professor Scholarship, France (2023, €4K) FNR Luxembourg Crucible Grant (€8K, 2021–2022) She has supervised numerous postgraduate students including PhD and MSc researchers, and has advised over 30 undergraduate final-year projects across Oxford and Oxford Brookes. She has led or co-led significant research grants from EPSRC, FNR, Rolls-Royce, and the Oxford Orthopaedic Engineering Centre. Her lab, the Oxford image-based multi-physics modelling of multi-phase materials, collaborates with institutions in Italy, Luxembourg, and France. She is an active member of the Materials Processing and Modelling (MPM) research group.

Francisco CastroView profile

Lecturer

• Mechanical characterization of polymers
• Thermo-mechanical behavior of shape memory polymers
• Constitutive model implementation of shape memory polymers

Francisco Castro is an Instructor in the CMU/CU Boulder Mechanical Engineering Partnership Program at Colorado Mesa University. He earned his PhD from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 2009. PhD: University of Colorado at Boulder (2009) MS: University of Colorado at Denver (2003) BS: Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (1997) His research focuses on the mechanical characterization of polymers, particularly the thermo-mechanical behavior and constitutive modeling of shape memory polymers (SMPs). He investigates temperature-dependent material recovery, thermal rate effects on amorphous SMPs, and develops computational models for viscoelastic behavior and stress relaxation. Francisco's recent publications highlight his expertise in thermomechanical testing, uniaxial compression experiments, and finite deformation analysis of SMPs. These works emphasize polymer science, materials engineering, and thermal-mechanical interactions. Mechanical Engineering Outstanding PhD Dissertation (2009) He collaborates on projects involving constitutive modeling, experimental design, and polymer mechanics, contributing to advancements in shape memory polymer applications.

André B.J. KokkelerView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Radio
• Beamforming
• MIMO Systems
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André B.J. Kokkeler is a Full Professor at the Digital Society Institute and affiliated with the Radio Systems department at the University of Twente. His research focuses on wireless communication systems, signal processing, and mmWave technology, particularly in applications like beamforming, cognitive radio, and error-resilient algorithms. Recent research outputs highlight his work on: Hybrid beamforming techniques for full-duplex integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) systems Energy-efficient iterative algorithm implementations Single-bit angle-of-arrival (AoA) localization methods mmWave channel characterization in reverberation chambers Radar-driven human gait modeling His work contributes to advancements in wireless systems for IoT, automotive radar, and energy-constrained environments. Collaborations span multiple institutions and focus on propagation modeling, antenna characterization, and sensing applications.

• Supramolecular chemistry
• Self-assembly via dynamic covalent chemistry
• Metal complexation and hydrogen bonding
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Xiao-Yu Cao is an associate professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering , Xiamen University , China, where he has been based since February 2011. His expertise bridges supramolecular chemistry, organic materials, and organometallic systems, with a focus on self-assembly, conjugated architectures, and their optoelectronic or biological applications. Education: 2011.02–present Associate Professor, Xiamen University, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2008.12–2011.02 Marie Curie Fellow, University of Eindhoven, Department of Biomedical Engineering (supervisor: Prof. Bert Meijer) 2004.09–2009.12 Ph.D. studies, University of Strasbourg, Institute of Supramolecular Science and Engineering (mentor: Prof. Jean-Marie Lehn) 2003.07–2004.09 Research Assistant, Peking University, School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering (mentor: Prof. Jian Pei) 1999.09–2003.07 B.Sc., Peking University, School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering Research Interests: Dr. Cao’s research integrates supramolecular chemistry with materials science . He designs self-assembling systems driven by dynamic covalent bonds, metal coordination, and hydrogen bonding to construct functional architectures. A parallel stream focuses on conjugated organic materials —including BN-embedded heterosuperbenzenes and corannulene derivatives—for applications in photoelectrodes, organic field-effect transistors, and solar cells. Additionally, he explores organometallic aromatic systems built around osmium, elucidating their bonding, reactivity, and electronic properties. Publication Profile: Across 2013–2023, Dr. Cao has co-authored >15 high-impact articles in journals such as Nature Communications , Journal of the American Chemical Society , Angewandte Chemie , and Chemical Science Reviews . His work advances three synergistic themes: (1) supramolecular assembly —from grid-like metallo-architectures to chiral polyhedra; (2) organic semiconductors —delivering record electron mobilities and non-fullerene acceptors; and (3) organometallic chemistry —mapping the landscape of osmacycles and metallabenzenes. These studies combine synthetic innovation with detailed structural, spectroscopic, and device characterization. Scientific Awards: Marie Curie Fellowship (European Commission, 2008–2011) Advising & Grants: While the provided text does not enumerate specific doctoral or master’s students, Dr. Cao’s active publication record—often with graduate-student co-authors—indicates ongoing research supervision. Grant details are not disclosed. Laboratory & Teams: Dr. Cao leads projects within the Supramolecular and Materials Chemistry group at Xiamen University. The team leverages state-of-the-art synthetic, spectroscopic, and device-testing facilities to pursue interdisciplinary research spanning chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology.

• Supramolecular chemistry
• Catalysis in confined space
• Light-harvesting systems
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Professor Partha Sarathi Mukherjee is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Inorganic and Physical Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. With 28 years of research experience in inorganic chemistry and 22 years of teaching at honors/PG levels, he has established himself as a leading researcher in supramolecular chemistry and related fields. His work focuses on designing complex molecular architectures through coordination-driven self-assembly and exploring their applications in catalysis and molecular recognition. Educational Background: Doctor of Philosophy (Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata) MSc (Jadavpur University, Kolkata) BSc (Burdwan University) Professor Mukherjee's research interests center around supramolecular chemistry, catalysis in confined spaces, light-harvesting systems for photocatalysis, and organic materials for separation of isomers and enantiomers. His work demonstrates how subtle design modifications in molecular building blocks can yield complex supramolecular architectures with tailored properties for specific applications. He has made significant contributions to understanding how the geometry and functionality of molecular cavities influence host-guest chemistry and catalytic activity. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward creating water-soluble coordination cages with precisely controlled geometries for applications in molecular recognition, selective catalysis, and separation science. The research shows how angular modulation of ligands can dramatically affect the orientation of functional groups within molecular cavities, thereby controlling their host-guest properties. Many of his recent papers focus on Pd(II) and Pt(II) based architectures with applications in photocatalysis, selective oxidation, and molecular separation. Professor Mukherjee has mentored 24 PhD students and 25 postdoctoral fellows, many of whom have gone on to become faculty members at leading institutions including NISER, IISER, IIT, NITs, and various universities. His research group has published 231 peer-reviewed articles and he has delivered over 280 lectures worldwide. His laboratory focuses on the self-assembly of complex molecular architectures, particularly metal-organic cages and barrels, and their applications in catalysis, molecular recognition, and separation science. The group employs a range of techniques including X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and computational methods to characterize these systems and understand their properties.

Vakur B. ErturkView profile

Professor

• Computational Electromagnetics
• Antenna Engineering
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Professor Vakur B. Erturk is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Bilkent University's Faculty of Engineering. With a PhD from The Ohio-State University (2000), his academic journey spans over two decades of impactful research and teaching. His research focuses on advanced computational electromagnetics, specializing in closed-form Green's function representations, conformal antenna design, structural health monitoring systems, and metamaterial applications. His work bridges theoretical electromagnetics with practical engineering solutions, particularly in wireless sensing and high-frequency electromagnetic analysis. Professor Erturk's publication record demonstrates consistent innovation, with recent work emphasizing efficient computational methods like the multilevel fast multipole algorithm (MLFMA) for multiscale electromagnetic problems. His research shows strong continuity in antenna theory while expanding into metamaterial-inspired sensors and structural monitoring systems. Best master thesis award (1996) He actively mentors graduate students, with over 30 PhD and MSc graduates who have contributed significantly to fields including computational electromagnetics, antenna design, and wireless sensor development. His research group maintains strong collaborations with institutions like Middle East Technical University and researchers in metamaterials and structural health monitoring. Professor Erturk teaches core courses including Microwave Engineering, Antenna Engineering, and Computational Methods in Electromagnetics, shaping the next generation of electrical engineers through rigorous theoretical and practical instruction.

• Paper converting technology
• Packaging technology
• Fiber-based substrates
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Jouni Paltakari is a Professor in Bioproducts and Biosystems at Aalto University. His research focuses on paper converting and packaging technology, with particular interest in value-added fiber-based substrates, nanocellulose applications, and intelligent packaging solutions. He leads research activities in material characterization, composite modeling, and sustainable manufacturing processes. Institution: Aalto University Department: Bioproducts and Biosystems Research Areas: Paper converting, Packaging technology, Nanocellulose, Sustainable composites Email: jouni.paltakari@aalto.fi

Maxime LanoyView profile

Associate Professor

• Acoustics
• Metamaterials
• Wave Propagation
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Maxime Lanoy serves as an Associate Professor at Le Mans University, France, conducting research at the Institute of Acoustics (LAUM), a joint research unit of Le Mans University and the CNRS. He is a member of the Materials team, which focuses on the acoustics and mechanics of porous materials, contributing to the university's strategic research in physical sciences and engineering. His primary research interests encompass the acoustics of heterogeneous media and multiple scattering phenomena, the design and characterization of acoustic and elastic metamaterials, and the dynamics of flexible structures such as soft strips and elastomers. He investigates wave propagation in unstable structures and complex media, with applications in sound control, imaging, and particle manipulation. This work sits at the intersection of acoustics, materials science, and mechanical engineering, aiming to develop innovative solutions for wave-based technologies. Analysis of Lanoy's recent publications (2018-2025) reveals a consistent emphasis on metamaterials, particularly those utilizing bubble arrays and soft polymers. His research trajectory shows progression from fundamental studies of wave propagation in structured media to applied work on devices for filtering, lensing, and absorption. Key themes include the control of elastic waves in soft materials, the exploitation of space-time interfaces, and the development of broadband acoustic absorbers. These contributions advance the field of wave physics and have potential applications in medical ultrasound, underwater acoustics, and precision manufacturing. No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were mentioned in the provided text sources. The available information does not specify any graduate students advised by Dr. Lanoy or details of research grants he has secured. His academic role as Associate Professor implies teaching and mentoring responsibilities, but specific advising activities are not documented in the given materials. Lanoy is embedded in the Materials team at LAUM, which operates within a well-equipped laboratory environment featuring advanced facilities for acoustic and ultrasonic measurements, optical methods, and material fabrication. The LAUM institute fosters collaboration across several transversal axes, including metamaterials and nonlinear acoustics, providing a rich interdisciplinary context for his research on wave phenomena in complex media.

• Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
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Stefanie Dehnen is a Professor at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), focusing on multinary, non-oxidic cluster and network compounds with applications in inorganic and materials chemistry. Her group specializes in synthesizing precursor compounds with binary main group element units to develop materials with unique electronic and structural properties. Corresponding Member, Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (since 2024) Her research bridges fundamental studies of cluster architectures and practical applications in solid-state chemistry, including lithium superionic conductors and photonic materials. Key themes include aromaticity in heavy-metal clusters, structural expansion, and strain-induced rearrangements. Recent publications highlight her work on bismuth-based clusters, thorium-doped systems, and lithium-ion conductive materials, reflecting expertise in synthesizing complex inorganic structures. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz-Preis (DFG) ERC Advanced Grant Alfred-Stock-Gedächtnispreis (GDCh) Fellow of Chemistry Europe Alexander Todd-Hans Krebs Lectureship (RSC/GDCh)

• Food Science
• Food Processing
• Novel Non-thermal Processing
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Anubhav Pratap-Singh is an Associate Professor in the Food, Nutrition and Health department within the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia, where he holds the Food and Beverage Innovation Professorship. He leads the UBC Food Process Engineering Laboratory and his research spans environmental and natural resources economics, food chemistry (including fermentation), and natural resource management. His primary research interests focus on agri-food transformation, cold plasma food engineering, food processing, functional foods, heat transfer, high pressure mass transfer, novel non-thermal processing, nutraceuticals, pasteurization, and pulsed light sterilization. Dr. Pratap-Singh's work addresses fundamental questions about the impact of food processing on food quality, how technology can maximize desirable effects while minimizing deleterious ones to feed the growing global population, and how to ensure food safety and nutrition for all socioeconomic groups. His research program is organized around three main pillars: developing novel processing technologies for food preservation, developing technologies for food fortification, and modeling the human GI tract to understand the interaction between food processing and human health. He has made significant contributions to sonic mixing technology for thermal processing and pulsed UV light processing for food surface decontamination, with particular expertise in processing of liquid particulate matter. Dr. Pratap-Singh has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Banting Fellowship (2016) and Green College Leading Scholar award (2017). His work has been recognized with the Young Entrepreneur Award (2009), IFTPS Graduate Scholar designation (2014), and Gold Medal from the Institute for Thermal Processing Specialists (2014), among other fellowships and honors. He is affiliated with the BioProducts Institute and Materials and Manufacturing Research Institute at UBC, and supervises graduate students in Food Science (MSc and PhD programs). His laboratory focuses on interdisciplinary research that addresses critical challenges in food science, with implications for feeding the projected 10 billion people by 2050 while countering negative public perceptions around processed foods.

• Ice Mechanics
• Fracture Mechanics
• Arctic Marine Technology
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Jukka Tuhkuri is a Professor at Aalto University's Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, specializing in ice mechanics and arctic marine technology . He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Cold Regions Science and Technology and became an Honorary Professor at University College London (Department of Earth Sciences) in 2023. His work spans numerical simulations using the Discrete Element Method (DEM) and experimental research in the Aalto Ice and Wave Tank, with fieldwork in both Arctic and Antarctic regions. Research Focus : Understanding ice fracture mechanics, sea ice ridge formation, and ice-structure interaction processes. He investigates how global warming alters ice conditions and affects loads on ships/marine structures, addressing risks from increased Arctic shipping activity. Scientific Awards 2023 POAC Founders Lifetime Achievement Award Teacher of the Year 2003 Espoo Ambassador 2012 1996 Best Dissertation Stipend from Helsinki University of Technology Collaborative Impact : His research directly informs offshore wind engineering and Arctic risk management frameworks through publications like Challenges with sea ice action on structures for Offshore wind (2023) and A comprehensive approach to scenario-based risk management for Arctic waters (2022).

Jasna Simonović RadosavljevićView profile

Researcher

• Material Science
• Biotechnology
• Physical Chemistry
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Jasna Simonović Radosavljević is a Senior Researcher at the Institute for Multidisciplinary Research, University of Belgrade, specializing in the design and application of materials derived from plant cell walls. Her work focuses on leveraging FTIR spectroscopy, crystallographic methods, and DPLS microscopy to analyze structural properties of biopolymers. Doctor of Physical and Chemical Sciences (2018) – Faculty of Physical Chemistry, University of Belgrade Master of Physical Chemistry (2009) – Faculty of Physical Chemistry, University of Belgrade BSc in Physical Chemistry (2008) – Faculty of Physical Chemistry, University of Belgrade Her research explores plant cell wall modifications for sustainable materials, with emphasis on environmental applications and biodegradable polymers. She has contributed to studies on lignocellulosic biomass, compression wood formation, and biosensor development. Recent publications highlight trends in lignocellulosic biomass characterization for electrochemical sensing, structural analysis of wood polymers, and biodegradable polymer applications in soil protection and cereal fortification. 2018: Participant and scholarship holder, International School of Biophysics "Academician Radoslav K. Anđus" (NERKA) 2009, 2011: COST Action FP0802 STSM research fellowship grant at Innventia, Stockholm, Sweden She has participated in 12 projects, including COST actions, bilateral initiatives between Serbia-Croatia, and national grants focused on nanomaterials, plant cell wall engineering, and soil-biotechnology integration. Her expertise spans atomic force microscopy, polarized FTIR, and X-ray diffraction.

Carolyn Conner SeepersadView profile

Professor

• Design for Additive Manufacturing
• Engineering Design
• Additive Manufacturing
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Carolyn Conner Seepersad serves as the J. Mike Walker Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin and directs the Center for Additive Manufacturing and Design Innovation. She holds membership in the U.T. System Academy of Distinguished Teachers and maintains active leadership in the additive manufacturing community through roles such as co-organizer of the Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium and ASME Design Engineering Division Executive Committee membership. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech (2004) MA/BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Oxford University (1998, Rhodes Scholar) BS in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University (1996) Dr. Seepersad's research centers on computational design methodologies and additive manufacturing innovation , with particular expertise in simulation-based design of complex systems, environmentally conscious product development, and materials engineering. Her work bridges theoretical design frameworks with practical manufacturing applications, emphasizing sustainability and performance optimization across aerospace, automotive, and energy systems. Current projects explore reactive extrusion additive manufacturing, negative stiffness materials, and machine learning integration for process-aware design. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on process innovation in additive manufacturing (70%), particularly stereolithography and selective laser sintering, with growing emphasis on data-driven design approaches (20%) and sustainable engineering applications (10%). Her work demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental material design toward integrated system optimization and industrial scalability. Her scientific recognition includes: International Outstanding Young Researcher Award in Freeform and Additive Manufacturing (2009) UT System Regents’ Teaching Award (2010) ASME Design Automation Committee Outstanding Young Investigator Award (2010) ASEE Outstanding New Mechanical Engineering Educator Award (2013) Multiple ASME and ASEE best paper awards U.T. System Academy of Distinguished Teachers membership Dr. Seepersad maintains an extensive advising portfolio with 48 graduate students (16 PhD, 24 MS, and 8 current) plus 2 postdoctoral researchers, reflecting sustained research productivity and educational impact. Her Product, Process, and Materials Design Lab fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between mechanical engineering, materials science, and computational design teams.

Florian BociortView profile

Assistant Professor

• Optical System Design
• Gradient-Index Optics
• Artificial Intelligence in Lens Design
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Florian Bociort is an Assistant Professor at the Optics Research Group , Delft University of Technology (Faculty of Applied Sciences). He holds a PhD in Physics from TU Berlin (1994) and has dedicated his career to optical system design, gradient-index optics, and computational methods in lens design. Research Interests Bociort’s research focuses on design landscapes of optical systems , where he pioneered the use of saddle points to escape local minima in optimization. His work spans Gradient-index optics (conversion of homogeneous lenses to GRIN media) Artificial intelligence in lens design Optics education (simulation-driven learning) Academic Contributions He has supervised multiple PhD theses on topics like: A. M. Boyd (2025): Generalized gradient-index lens optimization Z. Hou (2023): Systematic lens design searches Y. Shao (2021): Imaging coherence and optimization M. Strauch (2020): Tunable optics M. Mout (2019): Ray-based diffraction simulation Recent Publications His 2025-2018 publications show a trajectory from classical optical design to modern computational approaches, including simulation-driven education, gradient-index conversions, and high-NA diffraction modeling. The 2024 paraxial reconstruction and 2025 simulation-education articles exemplify this evolution. Patents & Expertise He co-invented two ASML-related patents in lithographic design and served as expert witness in the 2018 ASML-Nikon patent lawsuit. His personal webpage details his networks of local minima and fractal basins in optimization.

Sylvain LefebvreView profile

Researcher

• Computer Graphics
• Texture Synthesis
• Additive Manufacturing
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Sylvain Lefebvre is a permanent researcher at INRIA (Institut National de Recherche en Informatique et en Automatique) in France, where he leads the MFX research team since 2018. Previously, he was part of the ALICE group at INRIA Nancy (2009-2018) and the REVES team in Sophia Antipolis (2006-2009). His career includes a postdoctoral position at Microsoft Research Seattle (2005) following his PhD at INRIA Rhones-Alpes under Fabrice Neyret. His educational background includes a PhD in Computer Graphics from Université Joseph Fourier (Grenoble) in 2005, preceded by a Master in Computer Graphics from INP Grenoble in 2001. His habilitation thesis focused on Runtime Texture Synthesis. Lefebvre's research centers on simplifying content creation for highly detailed patterns, structures, and shapes with applications spanning Computer Graphics to additive manufacturing. He develops fast, controllable by-example synthesis approaches that generate content while enforcing user-specified constraints. His work addresses computational challenges through novel data structures and algorithms optimized for GPUs and FPGAs, including his Silice programming language. The ERC-funded ShapeForge project (2012-2017) advanced shape generation for 3D printing, leading to the IceSL software for digital modeling and fabrication. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on additive manufacturing optimization, with recurring themes in structural integrity, material efficiency, and geometric algorithms. His work bridges computer graphics theory with practical fabrication constraints, particularly in microstructure design, slicing techniques, and mechanical metamaterials. The interdisciplinary nature spans computer science, materials engineering, and robotics. EUROGRAPHICS Young Researcher Award (2010) ERC Starting Grant for ShapeForge project (2012) Lefebvre has advised over 25 PhD students and interns including Marco Freire, Thibault Tricard, and Jimmy Etienne. His ShapeForge project received significant ERC funding, supporting research in computational fabrication. He serves on numerous program committees including SIGGRAPH, Eurographics, and SIGGRAPH Asia, reflecting his leadership in the computer graphics community. As leader of the MFX team since 2018, Lefebvre directs research in computational fabrication, focusing on IceSL software development for 3D printing workflows. The team integrates computer graphics techniques with manufacturing constraints, developing tools that simplify complex object design and fabrication while addressing real-world challenges in material usage and structural integrity.