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Bogdanffy LorandView profile

Professor

• IoT Systems
• Control Engineering
• Simulation and Modeling
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BOGDANFFY Lorand is a Professor and Head of the Department of Automation, Computers, Electrical and Power Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, UPET.RO. He holds a PhD and specializes in IoT systems, control engineering, renewable energy, and e-learning technologies. His research integrates simulation, modeling, and sensor networks into practical applications like smart urban management, solar tracking systems, and underground mining safety. His work spans interdisciplinary areas such as: IoT-enabled environmental monitoring for sustainable cities Computational methods in mining safety and risk analysis Development of e-learning platforms and educational software Advanced motor control systems and sensorless vector control His recent publications highlight trends in: Smart infrastructure and energy optimization Data-driven decision-making in insurance and risk management 360° imaging systems and mobile teleoperation No scientific awards are listed in the provided texts. His advising and grants focus on engineering education and industrial automation projects. He leads teams in developing control systems and renewable energy solutions.

• Sequencing and Scheduling
• Combinatorial Optimization
• Computational Complexity
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Dr. Yumei Huo is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York (CUNY). Her work spans theoretical and applied domains, including combinatorial optimization, sequencing and scheduling, high performance computing, and medical imaging. She has developed and taught multiple HPC-focused courses and actively supervises undergraduate and graduate research. Education : BS, University of Science and Technology (China) MS, University of Science and Technology (China) PhD, New Jersey Institute of Technology Dr. Huo's research focuses on Sequencing and Scheduling , Combinatorial Optimization , Computational Complexity , Operations Research , High Performance Computing (HPC) , and more recently, Medical Imaging and Big Data . Her recent publications apply deep learning and CNN models to lung nodule detection, polyp classification, and CT image analysis, demonstrating a shift toward biomedical data science. Her recent publications (2018–2021) show a strong trend in applying machine learning to medical imaging, particularly in CT scans for lung and colon analysis. Earlier works focus on theoretical scheduling problems with constraints like machine availability, processing sets, and completion time optimization, indicating a foundation in algorithmic design and complexity theory. Scientific Awards and Recognition : Extensive peer reviewer for over 40 journals and conference proceedings Reviewed more than 50 PSC-CUNY research grant proposals and Chancellor’s Research Fellowship applications Contributed to NSF/IEEE TCPP curriculum initiatives in parallel computing education Dr. Huo has supervised numerous students on research projects and co-authored publications with them. She has also led curriculum development, including launching four HPC courses. She has no known active grants mentioned, but her sustained publication and educational contributions reflect ongoing research support. She is affiliated with research teams in algorithm design and medical imaging AI, particularly collaborating with researchers like H. Zhao, J. Y-T. Leung, and J. Tan.

Kathryn BrennandView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Fashion Design
• Textile Design
• Sustainable Design
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Kathryn Brennand is a Senior Lecturer in Fashion Design with Textiles at the University of Huddersfield's School of Arts and Humanities, where she has served as Course Leader since 2008. Her practice-based PhD research (commenced 2015) integrates creative skills with subject specialist knowledge, while her MA in Professional Development (2014) underpins her pedagogical approach. Research Focus: Fashion design, textile innovation, and cultural ecologies Technology Integration: Developed industry-aligned CAD curriculum Sustainability Emphasis: Aligns work with UN Sustainable Development Goals Her research fingerprint demonstrates expertise in Fashion Design (100%), Brass (34%), Artifact (31%), Craftspeople (24%), Handbag (21%), Love Lost (21%), and Silicone (18%). Notable scientific achievements include: Royal Society of Arts award for fashion design (2003) Award-winning participation in international fashion competitions Leadership in design pedagogy innovation Kathryn actively collaborates with industry partners and has participated in major exhibitions like Making Material Memories (2018) and Brass (2025), while contributing to public engagement through media appearances and community-focused design initiatives.

Claire EvansView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Fashion Production Waste Management
• Digital Pattern Cutting and Grading
• Sustainable Fashion Practices
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Claire Evans is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Design and Architecture within the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Huddersfield. She has over 12 years of experience leading fashion design courses and has previously worked at the University of Leeds. Her academic journey spans both industry and education, including founding a global fashion design label. B.A. (Hons) Fashion/Textiles PhD in Fashion Production Waste Repurposing Her research focuses on fashion production waste efficiencies , digital production platforms , and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals . She has pioneered virtual garment wearer trials and explores how technology enhances creative processes in garment design. Key themes include sustainable practices, 3D simulation applications, and digital marketing innovations for independent fashion brands. Claire’s academic career includes roles as an external validator, examiner, and course developer. She actively investigates pattern cutting software , grainline optimization , and digital personal shopping strategies. Her work has been featured in international media outlets like Innovation in Textiles.

Howard HahnView profile

Associate Professor

• Landscape Architecture
• Regional and Community Planning
• Visual Simulation
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Howard Hahn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning at the College of Architecture, Planning and Design, Kansas State University. He is based in Seaton Hall, Manhattan, Kansas, and teaches courses in design implementation, community planning, and digital technologies including CAD, GIS, and 3D modeling. His educational and professional background bridges extensive private-sector experience with academic instruction. He worked for over two decades in prominent landscape architecture and planning firms such as Design Workshop, Dames & Moore (now URS Corporation), and Psomas, serving clients like the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and various state and municipal agencies. Registered Landscape Architect in Kansas Expertise in visual simulation and assessment for infrastructure and development projects Focus on integrating professional practice into academic pedagogy Hahn's research focuses on visual analysis, aesthetics, and conservation development, particularly in the areas of stormwater best management practices, visualization of natural landscapes such as wetlands and meadows, and land use efficiency metrics like parking and Floor Area Ratio (FAR) analysis. His technological proficiency enhances both his teaching and research in synthetic landscape rendering and spatial modeling. Although no specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text, his work demonstrates a strong integration of design, technology, and environmental planning. He has contributed to applied research through professional practice and academic instruction, with an emphasis on sustainable development and visual impact assessment. He advises students through studio courses and seminars, though formal advisees are not listed. There is no mention of research grants or funded projects in the text. Hahn does not appear to lead a named lab or research center, but his work is supported by university facilities such as technology labs and design studios within Seaton Hall.

Martin SchützView profile

Lecturer

• Engineering Design
• Computing in Engineering
• CAD
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Martin Schütz is a Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering at ETH Zürich, where he is affiliated with the Engineering Design and Computing Laboratory. He is responsible for CAD development and integration within the lab, contributing to engineering design and computational methods in mechanical systems. His research interests lie in the domain of engineering design and computing, with a strong focus on computer-aided design (CAD), digital product development, and industrial application of engineering software. His work bridges academic research and industrial practice through hands-on development and system integration. The trend in his professional focus, though not detailed in publications, centers on applied engineering computing and design methodologies, particularly in mechanical systems and industrial collaboration. Scientific awards: None listed. There is no public information on student advising or research grants. Martin Schütz has a strong industry background, having co-founded Tribecraft AG and served as CTO for a decade, which informs his current academic and technical role. He is part of the Engineering Design and Computing Laboratory at ETH Zürich, a research group focused on digital engineering, design automation, and computational tools for mechanical systems.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Aerodynamic Design
• Ship Hull Reconstruction
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Nikolos Ioannis serves as a Professor at the School of Production Engineering and Management, Technical University of Crete, currently on leave but maintaining active research status. His work spans computational fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and marine engineering within the Department of Production Engineering and Management. His primary research focuses on computational fluid dynamics with emphasis on ship hull reconstruction from 2D drawings, hypersonic flow simulation, and wind turbine optimization. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in geometric modeling , rarefied gas dynamics , and renewable energy systems . The 2025-2020 article portfolio reveals consistent contributions to naval architecture, aerodynamic shape optimization, and laser-matter interactions with strong methodological focus on B-spline functions, DSMC methods, and differential evolution algorithms. Professor Ioannis maintains an active email contact ( inikolos@tuc.gr ) and office location at D4.107 in the MPD Building. His work shows significant interdisciplinary connections between production engineering, computational physics, and marine applications with particular strength in translating theoretical models to practical engineering solutions.

Katherine StevensonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Engineering Graphics
• Parametric Solid Modeling
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Katherine Stevenson serves as a Senior Lecturer in the College of Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU), specifically within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. She specializes in delivering both basic and advanced NX computer-aided design (CAD) courses, focusing on engineering principles aligned with ASME and ANSI standards, parametric solid modeling, and advanced assembly techniques. Teaches CAD courses with emphasis on 3D modeling, GD&T, and motion simulation Based in Engineering Building, Room 2467 Contactable via kstevens@msu.edu

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Graphic Engineering
• Educational Technology
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Pedro Ignacio Álvarez Peñín is a Professor at the University of Oviedo, Department of Construction and Manufacturing Engineering, specializing in Graphic Expression in Engineering. His research focuses on Computer-Aided Design (CAD), educational technology, and applications of graphic engineering. He has directed four doctoral theses and actively contributes to academic conferences and publications. Notable projects include the development of platforms like DIBUTEC and Selfcad, which enhance interactive learning in CAD and engineering graphics. His work integrates CAD with medical imaging for surgical simulations and explores BIM technology in industrial education. He has collaborated extensively on projects addressing curriculum adaptation to European standards and modernizing technical drawing education through multimedia and web-based tools. Institutions: University of Oviedo (1988–present) Education: Ph.D. in Graphic Design Systems from the University of Oviedo (1988). Research Interests: CAD in education, interactive learning systems, BIM technology, medical imaging applications, graphic engineering pedagogy, and software integration for engineering projects. He emphasizes practical applications of CAD tools in both academic and industrial contexts. Articles Trends: His work spans CAD education, software development for engineering documentation, and the integration of technology into teaching. Recent projects highlight cross-platform tools (e.g., DIBUTEC), mobile applications for energy simulation, and BIM-based industrial training. Earlier contributions explored algorithmic approaches to CAD systems and 3D modeling for surgical planning. Directed Theses: Bernardo Busto Parra (2016): Industrial project management with ICT. Pablo Pando Cerra (2006): 3D CAD learning environments. Ramón Rubio-García (2003): Modular CAD applications. Maximo Roman Perez Morales (2002): Descriptive geometry teaching tools. Grants/Projects: Multiple collaborations on EU-funded educational technology initiatives and graphic engineering research. Labs/Teams: Part of the University of Oviedo’s Graphic Engineering research group, focusing on CAD integration and educational innovation.

Jordi Cortadella FortunyView profile

Professor

• Electronic Design Automation
• Concurrent Systems
• Algorithms
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Jordi Cortadella Fortuny serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Faculty of Informatics of Barcelona (FIB), Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), where he has maintained continuous academic service since 1985. He currently chairs the UPC Ethics Committee (2021-2025) and leads research within the ALBCOM group specializing in algorithms, bioinformatics, complexity, and formal methods. Education: M.S. in Computer Science, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 1985 Ph.D. in Computer Science, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 1987 Research Interests: Professor Cortadella's pioneering work centers on Electronic Design Automation (EDA) with deep specialization in asynchronous circuit design and concurrent systems . His research integrates formal methods and mathematical optimization to solve complex VLSI design challenges, particularly in logic synthesis and computer arithmetic. This interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical computer science with practical semiconductor engineering, yielding significant industry impact through patented methodologies and industrial collaborations. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the IEEE (2015) Member of Academia Europaea (2013) Distinction for University Research Promotion by Catalan Government (2003) Five-time Best Paper Award recipient at premier conferences (2004-2020) Descartes Prize Finalist (2002) UPC Best Ph.D. Thesis Award (1992) National Computer Science Student Award (1986) Advising and Service: Cortadella has mentored numerous graduate students while serving on editorial boards for IEEE Transactions on CAD and SN Computer Science. His extensive service includes technical committee leadership at major international conferences and co-founding Elastix Corp. as Chief Scientist (2007-2010), where he directed Barcelona-based R&D for semiconductor verification tools. Research Infrastructure: As core member of the ALBCOM research group, he directs projects in algorithmic foundations of EDA, maintaining strong industry partnerships with Intel and semiconductor design firms through UPC's CITCEA laboratory facilities.

Kaveh ShamsiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hardware Security
• Circuit Obfuscation
• Side-Channel Attacks and Resilience
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Kaveh Shamsi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, University of Texas at Dallas. His work bridges hardware design and cybersecurity, with a focus on ensuring trustworthiness in integrated circuits. His research interests include: IP protection through circuit obfuscation Side-channel-resilient hardware design Computer-aided design (CAD) for secure hardware CMOS and beyond-CMOS circuit design The trends in his research indicate a strong emphasis on hardware security and trustworthy computing, particularly at the physical and circuit levels. He contributes to the development of defensive techniques against hardware-level threats and intellectual property piracy. Kaveh Shamsi has not listed any scientific awards in the provided profile. He has not listed any advisees or grants in the provided information. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in electrical and computer engineering through degrees from reputable institutions in the United States and Iran. No lab or research team information is explicitly mentioned in the current profile.

Andreas DietzelView profile

Professor

• Mechanical Engineering
• CAD (Computer-Aided Design)
• Finite Element Method (FEM)
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Dietzel is a faculty member at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ilmenau University of Technology. His work focuses on CAD, mechanical design, and optical metrology for manufacturing processes. Educational background includes a dissertation on modeling forming limits of beech veneer at TU Ilmenau (2017). Research interests center on natural fiber composites, finite element modeling (FEM), and optical strain measurement techniques. He has developed simulation methods for 3D veneer deformation and climate-adapted material testing. Recent publications emphasize orthotropic material models for veneer, automated deformation analysis, and multi-layer composite characterization. Collaborations span projects like InnoFur and ViPrüf. He leads research initiatives integrating experimental material characterization with FEM simulations for composite durability and process optimization.

• Materials Science
• Engineering Mechanics
• Mechanical Design
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Professor Hogg is affiliated with the College of Engineering at Mannheim University of Applied Sciences , specializing in Mechanical Engineering . He teaches core subjects including Materials Science (WK), Engineering Mechanics (TM), Design Principles (KG), and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE). Contact: m.hogg@hs-mannheim.de | Office: Building L, Room 157 | Phone: +49 621 292 65 15

• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
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Alejandro Domínguez Fernandez serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical Engineering (EM) within the Barcelona School of Industrial Engineering (ETSEIB) , Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). With a focus on manufacturing technology and industrial engineering, he has directed numerous Final Degree and Official Master's Projects. Education includes: Degree in Engineering in Industrial Technologies (2010), Master's in Automotive Engineering (2012), Master's in Industrial Engineering (2014), Master's in Research in Mechanical Engineering (2021). His research interests span Additive Manufacturing , Milling Process Optimization , and Tooling Design . Recent projects involved 3D printing applications, milling surface finish analysis, and automotive component manufacturing. He specializes in Surface Topography and Manufacturing Process Simulation . He has advised 19 students across diverse projects, including motorcycle component substitution with additive manufacturing, precision machining analysis, and food-industry 3D printing integration. Email: alejandro.dominguez-fernandez@upc.edu

Michael DudleyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Automotive Restoration
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Vehicle Interior Design
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Michael Dudley is an Assistant Professor of Technology at McPherson College, specializing in the Automotive Restoration Program. His career bridges academic expertise with hands-on industry experience, including co-founding a restoration business in 2012. B.S., University of Nebraska-Lincoln B.S., McPherson College M.S., Pittsburg State University His research and teaching interests focus on Automotive Restoration, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Vehicle Interior Design, and Upholstery Engineering. He emphasizes practical skill development, as reflected in his teaching philosophy: “When I came to McPherson College as a student, I finally felt like my passion and skills aligned. Now as a teacher in the Automotive Restoration Program, I hope to provide a spark in students so that they can feel that satisfaction as well.” Contact: Phone 620-242-0564 | Email dudleym@mcpherson.edu