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Kun YangView profile

Professor

• Regional climate model development
• Land data assimilation
• Climatic change research
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Dr. Kun Yang is a Professor at Tsinghua University's Department of Earth System Science in Beijing, China. His research focuses on regional climate model development, land data assimilation, climatic change research, and renewable energy resource assessment and prediction, with particular emphasis on Tibetan Plateau climate studies. Dr. Yang's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Hydrometeorology from The University of Tokyo (1997-2000) M.S. in Environmental Hydraulics from Tsinghua University (1994-1997) B.S. in Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Machinery from Tsinghua University (1989-1994) Professor Yang's research primarily investigates the complex interactions between land surface processes and atmospheric systems, with special focus on the Tibetan Plateau - often referred to as the 'Third Pole.' His work spans regional climate modeling, soil moisture-precipitation coupling, land data assimilation techniques, and renewable energy assessment. The Tibetan Plateau serves as a critical region for understanding Asian monsoon systems and global climate patterns, making his research highly significant for both regional and global climate science. Professor Yang has received notable recognition for his research contributions: Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate (2021-present) Highly Cited Chinese Researcher by Elsevier (2020-present) With an impressive publication record of over 300 peer-reviewed articles and more than 20,000 citations, Professor Yang maintains active research funding supporting his work in climate modeling and earth system science. His research group at Tsinghua University collaborates extensively with institutions across China and internationally, contributing to major climate research initiatives including the Global Energy and Water Exchanges (GEWEX) program. Professor Yang leads an active research laboratory at Tsinghua University focused on advancing regional climate models, particularly for the challenging terrain of the Tibetan Plateau. His lab develops innovative approaches to land data assimilation and investigates critical questions about climate change impacts on water resources and energy systems in high-altitude environments.

• Fluid Physics
• Turbulence
• Multiphase Flow
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Detlef Lohse serves as a Professor at the University of Twente within the Faculty of Science and Technology and holds an External scientific member position at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany. His research centers on Fluid Physics with specialized expertise in turbulence, multiphase flow, microfluidics, and nanofluidics, while also exploring structure formation and biocomplexity in complex fluid systems. This work bridges fundamental physics with applications in biological and engineered environments. He leads the Physics of Fluids research group at the University of Twente, accessible through their institutional website, driving experimental and theoretical investigations in fluid dynamics. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. Details regarding student supervision, grant funding, and future research directions were not specified in the available text.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Soft Matter Physics
• Complex Fluids
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Guido Schriever serves as a Researcher and Assistant to the Managing Director within the Department of Dynamics of Complex Fluids at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany. His research focuses on Fluid Dynamics and Complex Fluids , with specialized expertise in Soft Matter Physics and Non-Newtonian Fluid Behavior . His work examines self-organizing properties in fluid systems through experimental and theoretical approaches. Dr. Schriever's institutional responsibilities include administrative leadership support and scientific coordination within the department. Contact details: email guido.schriever@ds.mpg.de and telephone +49 551 5176-219.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Complex Fluids
• Soft Matter Physics
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Matthias Schröter is a Researcher in the Dynamics of Complex Fluids department at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization (MPI-DS) in Göttingen, Germany, where he investigates fundamental properties of soft matter systems within one of the world's premier research institutions dedicated to self-organization phenomena. His research spans Fluid Dynamics , Complex Fluids , and Soft Matter Physics , with emphasis on non-equilibrium behavior, pattern formation, and dynamic transitions in systems like granular materials, foams, and suspensions. This work bridges theoretical physics and experimental approaches to uncover universal principles in disordered systems. Based in room 2.61 at Am Faßberg 17, 37077 Göttingen, he maintains active collaboration within the DCF research group as evidenced by their alumni photo archive, and can be contacted via telephone at +49 551 5176-237 or email at matthias.schroeter@ds.mpg.de .

• Fluid Dynamics
• Atmospheric Physics
• Turbulence
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Gholamhossein Bagheri is a Scientist and Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany, where he heads the Turbulence and Particles in Fluids research group within the Laboratory for Fluid Physics, Pattern Formation and Biocomplexity (LFPB). His research focuses on the complex physics of particle-laden turbulent flows across environmental, atmospheric, and biological systems. Dr. Bagheri's research spans multiple interconnected domains of fluid physics with significant real-world applications. His primary areas of investigation include: Cloud physics and aerosol-cloud interactions, particularly their role as major sources of uncertainty in weather models and climate projections Atmospheric transport of non-spherical particles such as volcanic ash, microplastics, pollen, and snowflakes Indoor air quality dynamics and the spatio-temporal evolution of respiratory aerosols relevant to infectious disease transmission Development of advanced measurement techniques for studying particle-laden flows in both laboratory and field conditions Analysis of Dr. Bagheri's publication record reveals a trajectory from fundamental fluid dynamics toward increasingly applied research addressing critical environmental and public health challenges. His work on respiratory particle transmission during the COVID-19 pandemic provided key evidence for mask efficacy that influenced policymakers and the public. His research consistently tackles significant uncertainties in atmospheric science while developing innovative instrumentation to bridge laboratory and field measurements. Dr. Bagheri leads an active research team that has developed several groundbreaking measurement platforms including the Max Planck CloudKite (MPCK), the HoloTrack instrument for cloud droplet measurements, and the WinDarts system for atmospheric turbulence measurements. His group has conducted major field campaigns such as the Pallas Cloud Experiment (PaCE) in September 2022 and IMPACT (In-situ Measurement of Particles, Atmosphere, Cloud, and Turbulence) from May to June 2024, where up to six second-generation WinDarts units were successfully deployed over Pallas, Finland.

• Statistical Physics
• Two-dimensional Physics
• Colloidal Systems
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Peter Keim is a Professor and Group Leader in Experimental Statistical Physics at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization, with a representative professorship at Heinrich-Heine-University of Düsseldorf since spring 2024. His research focuses on structure formation, self-organization, and spontaneous symmetry breaking in low-dimensional systems, particularly using colloidal ensembles to study fundamental phenomena in statistical physics. Dr. Keim completed his physics studies in Frankfurt/Main and Konstanz, earning his doctorate in 2005. He conducted postdoctoral research at Farl-Franzens University in Graz, Austria with a stipend from the German Research Foundation. He returned to Lake Constance to lead a junior research group, completed his habilitation and venia legendi in experimental physics in 2015, and was accepted into the prestigious Heisenberg program of the German Research Foundation in 2021. Keim's research primarily investigates two-dimensional physical systems, with emphasis on the KTHNY theory of 2D melting, the Kibble-Zurek mechanism for defect formation during rapid cooling, and Mermin-Wagner fluctuations in low-dimensional systems. His experimental work with colloidal monolayers has provided crucial evidence supporting theoretical predictions, including work highlighted by Nobel laureate Michael Kosterlitz in his Nobel Lecture. His approach bridges fundamental statistical physics with experimental validation in soft matter systems. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding phase transitions, symmetry breaking, and glass formation in two-dimensional systems. Recent work extends into photonic structures, tetratic phases, and ultrafast symmetry breaking phenomena, showing the evolution of his research from fundamental 2D melting studies toward broader applications in amorphous and structured materials. Gustav-Hertz Prize of the German Physical Society (2016) for investigation of phase transitions far from thermal equilibrium Heisenberg Fellow of the German Research Foundation (2021) Keim has mentored numerous doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers who have become independent scientists in their fields. His research has been consistently supported by the German Research Foundation, culminating in his Heisenberg Fellowship. His experimental group maintains specialized equipment for studying colloidal systems under controlled conditions, including magnetic field manipulation and high-resolution microscopy capabilities for observing particle dynamics at the microscopic level.

• Molecular Dynamics
• Free Energy Calculations
• Non-Equilibrium Simulations
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Dr. Robinson Cortes-Huerto serves as Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (MPI-P) in Mainz since 2019, leading research in advanced molecular simulation methodologies within Prof. Kurt Kremer's department. His position represents a senior research-focused academic role equivalent to Research Professor in the German Max Planck system. His educational trajectory includes: Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Physics from Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá Doctorate (2010) from Queen's University Belfast under Prof. Pietro Ballone Postdoctoral research at CINaM-Marseille, INSP-Paris, and CEA-Saclay Research expertise centers on developing the adaptive solution method for free energy calculations and non-equilibrium molecular dynamics. Key innovations include spatially resolved thermodynamic integration techniques and spatial block analysis for extrapolating thermodynamic properties from finite simulations. His work bridges computational chemistry, statistical mechanics, and soft matter physics, with applications in solvation thermodynamics and pressure-driven flow analysis. Publications from 2018-2019 reveal cohesive methodological advancements: extending adaptive resolution to grand canonical ensembles, refining non-equilibrium work relations, and addressing finite-size effects through integral equations. These contributions establish robust frameworks for calculating chemical potentials in dense fluids while maintaining linear momentum conservation in non-equilibrium conditions. Scientific recognition includes: Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship (2015) As Group Leader, he directs independent research funding and mentors junior scientists within MPI-P's collaborative environment. His work with collaborators like M. Heidari and R. Potestio demonstrates strong interdisciplinary networks in computational physics. Current projects focus on extending adaptive resolution techniques to complex molecular systems while investigating pressure-driven flows and solvation state transitions. His laboratory operates within MPI-P's polymer research infrastructure, utilizing high-performance computing resources to develop simulation tools that bridge atomistic and coarse-grained representations. The group's methodology enables precise free energy calculations previously unattainable in traditional molecular dynamics frameworks.

Dirk RoosView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning
• Robust Design Optimization
• Stochastic Analysis
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dirk Roos is a Professor for Computersimulation und Design Optimization at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, where he has served since March 2011. He is also the Head of the Institute for Modeling and High Performance Computing (IMH) since December 2016. His academic career includes previous positions as Head of Robust Design Optimization at DYNARDO Dynamic Software and Engineering GmbH (2002-2011) and Technical Solutions Specialist at CADFEM GmbH (2000-2008). Prof. Roos specializes in machine learning, robust design optimization, stochastic analysis, and probabilistic modeling for virtual product development. His research focuses on developing mathematical methods for stochastic structural and fluid simulation, robustness and reliability analysis, multidisciplinary optimization, and software development for complex system development. He has established strong collaborations with academic institutions including RWTH Aachen, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, and industrial partners like Siemens AG and Robert Bosch GmbH. His recent work explores Probabilistic Intelligence, cyber-physical systems, digital twins, and Big Data Analysis, with applications spanning power plant flexibility, renewable energy, turbomachinery, automotive, aerospace, and medical technology. Prof. Roos has successfully secured numerous third-party funded research projects totaling over 1.8 million euros, including collaborations with Siemens AG, Robert Bosch GmbH, and various universities. optiSLang Award 2012 Weimar Optimization and Stochastic Days Gutachter BMBF im Programm FH-Kooperativ since 2019 Mitglied des Scientific Committee International Probabilistic Workshop since 2017 Mitgliedschaft im Graduierteninstitut für angewandte Forschung der Fachhochschule in NRW since 2017 Prof. Roos supervises multiple doctoral students and has successfully completed several cooperative PhD projects. His current research projects include AI-driven optimization for medical care, reinforcement learning for emergency room planning, and machine learning algorithms for power plant component lifetime prediction. The Institute for Modeling and High Performance Computing (IMH) under his leadership develops mathematical methods and software competence in machine learning and CAE-based robust design optimization for virtual product development.

• Renewable Energies
• Heat Transfer
• Thermodynamics
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Professor Thomas Lex serves as Professor for Renewable Energies and Heat Transfer at Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg (OTH Regensburg) within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. Currently on sabbatical, he maintains his position as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. His expertise spans renewable energy systems, thermal engineering, and fluid dynamics. Professor Lex directs the Energy Technology Laboratory and Laboratory Power - Heat - Cold, focusing on practical applications of energy conversion and thermal systems. His research interests include thermo-fluid dynamics of energy systems and simulation of process engineering. With extensive industry experience prior to academia, Professor Lex has contributed to major international LNG projects across Norway, Australia, Russia, and other global locations. His background bridges theoretical knowledge with industrial application in energy engineering. He earned his doctorate from Technical University of Munich in 2004 with research on fluid dynamics of gas-liquid mixtures in ball valves, establishing his foundation in complex thermal-fluid systems. Professor Lex teaches courses in renewable energies, thermodynamics, refrigeration technology, and simulation of energy processes. He supervises bachelor's and master's theses in these specialized areas through the LaboRe energy technology laboratory.

Ulrich-Wilhelm ThomaleView profile

Professor

• Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Neuro-oncology
• Hydrocephalus
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Professor Ulrich-Wilhelm Thomale serves as Director of the Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Charité - University Medicine Berlin, a leading academic medical center in Germany. His position places him at the forefront of pediatric neurosurgical care, research, and education within the Faculty of Medicine. Thomale's research interests span multiple critical areas in pediatric neurosurgery, with particular emphasis on pediatric neuro-oncology and hydrocephalus management. His work integrates molecular diagnostics with clinical practice, focusing on improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes for children with brain tumors and cerebrospinal fluid disorders. He has made significant contributions to understanding the molecular landscape of pediatric gliomas and developing innovative approaches to hydrocephalus treatment. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward multi-omics approaches in neuropathology, with increasing focus on molecular classification of CNS tumors and personalized treatment strategies. His work bridges basic science with clinical application, particularly in the areas of tumor biology, surgical innovation, and outcome assessment in pediatric neurosurgery. Professor Thomale leads the TROPHY registry, a multicenter initiative focused on hydrocephalus outcomes, demonstrating his commitment to evidence-based practice and large-scale clinical research collaboration. His work has been published in high-impact journals including Nature Medicine, Acta Neuropathologica, and Nature Communications. As Director of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Department, Thomale oversees a comprehensive clinical program, research initiatives, and training for the next generation of pediatric neurosurgeons. His department maintains strong collaborations with neuropathology, oncology, and genetics departments to provide integrated care for children with complex neurological conditions.

Norbert WitzgallView profile

Lecturer

• Visual Arts
• Painting
• Portraiture
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Norbert Witzgall is a German visual artist and lecturer at the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin), where he has been teaching since 2014. His academic journey at UdK began at the Institute for Art History and Aesthetics, progressed to a visiting professorship in the basic course of fine arts, and currently holds the position of lecturer in the foundation class since 2019. His teaching extends internationally with lectures at Kunstuniversität Graz, Universität Potsdam, Stockholm Royal Institute of Art, and Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart. Witzgall received his formal art education from multiple prestigious institutions: 2003: Akademie der Bildenden Künste, Vienna 2001: UdK, Berlin 1998: Ecole des Beaux Arts, Lyon 1996: Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Nuremberg His artistic practice centers on painting with a specialized focus on portraiture, exploring the complex tensions between person and persona, presentation and representation. Drawing from a rich archive of photographic source material, Witzgall's portraits create an anachronistic community of Hollywood actors, friends, collectors, and historical figures, forming a fluid, diaristic practice that examines the intersection of private and public identity. His work has been exhibited extensively across Europe and North America, with solo exhibitions at Autocenter Berlin, Deweer Gallery in Otegem and Brussels, Evans & Witt in London, and group exhibitions at notable venues including the Accademia Brera in Milan, the House of World Cultures in Berlin, and galleries in New York, Los Angeles, Vienna, and Brussels. Witzgall's publications and critical reception show a consistent engagement with contemporary art discourse, with emphasis on portraiture, identity construction, and institutional critique. His most recent works reflect contemporary concerns while maintaining a strong connection to art historical traditions, particularly in the realm of figurative painting. Throughout his career, Witzgall has been actively involved in curatorial projects, including the foundation and organization of the project space SOUTERRAIN in Berlin (2007-2013), co-curation of the annual exhibit at the Hoffmann Collection (2018-2019), and co-curation of 'Klassismus' at Berlinische Galerie (2022). His collaborative projects, such as 'Illiberal Arts' at HKW Berlin (2021) and 'Funeral Charades of Poses' at HAU - Hebbel am Ufer (2011), demonstrate his commitment to interdisciplinary artistic practice and institutional engagement. Witzgall maintains an active studio practice while contributing significantly to art education at UdK Berlin and other institutions, positioning him as a notable figure in the contemporary German art scene with a distinctive voice in contemporary portraiture and visual culture.