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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.

• Synthesis and Catalysis
• Stereoselective synthesis
• Functional materials
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Prof. Olimpia Mamula Steiner is an Ordinary Professor at the Haute école d'ingénierie et d'architecture de Fribourg (HEIA-FR), part of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO). She leads research in synthesis, catalysis, and functional materials development from her office in Fribourg, Switzerland. Her educational background includes: BSc HES-SO in Chemistry from HEIA-FR, specializing in Organometallic Catalysis and Organic Chemistry MSc HES-SO in Life Sciences, focusing on Asymmetric Synthesis Bachelor in Chemistry from the University of Fribourg, with emphasis on Chemistry of d and f metals Prof. Mamula Steiner's research spans multiple chemistry domains with strong focus on stereoselective synthesis, nanoparticle development, and functional materials. Her work bridges fundamental chemical research with practical applications in medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and advanced manufacturing. She has pioneered innovative approaches to chiral metal complexes, sensors for hazardous compounds like phosgene, and novel materials for electroluminescent displays, demonstrating exceptional interdisciplinary integration. Her publication record reveals consistent expertise in rhenium anticancer complexes, pinene-based ligand systems, and sensor development. Recent work shows increasing focus on medical applications, particularly in cancer research and diagnostic tools, while maintaining strong foundations in synthetic methodology and materials characterization. The interdisciplinary nature of her research is evident in collaborations spanning chemistry, medicine, engineering, and environmental science. Prof. Mamula Steiner actively mentors students and researchers, having supervised PhD work on pinene-pyridine derivatives and their applications. Her laboratory emphasizes sustainable chemistry approaches, including waste-to-resource conversion and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, reflecting contemporary priorities in green chemistry.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Discrete Element Method
• High Performance Computing
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Mark Sawley is a Senior Scientist at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) with dual appointments in the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IGM) for administration and the School of Management (SGM) for teaching. With over 30 years of experience in academic, government laboratory, and private institutions across Switzerland and Australia, he holds a PhD in Physics and has founded/co-founded two high-tech startup companies. His administrative roles include coordinating ACCES for Computational Engineering promotion and serving as Coordinator for Academic Affairs at the STI Faculty. Dr. Sawley's research spans computational fluid dynamics, discrete element method simulations, and high-performance computing applications. His work bridges multiple disciplines with applications in materials science (concrete simulation), bioengineering (blood flow modeling), marine engineering (America's Cup yacht design), avalanche dynamics, and industrial particulate processing. His recent publications (2018-2021) demonstrate continued activity in applying numerical methods to solve complex engineering problems. His scientific contributions include 37 peer-reviewed journal papers, 58 conference proceedings, and 21 articles for general audiences. His work uniquely connects technical research with science communication through projects like TIMBRE!! and the DEM Gallery, emphasizing the relationship between science and art. 37 scientific papers in international peer-reviewed journals 58 papers in international conference proceedings 21 science communication articles for general audiences Professor Sawley has advised PhD students including Serge Wüthrich (1992) and Olivier Byrde (1997). His Computational Granular Dynamics lab (http://cgd.epfl.ch) provides a platform for interdisciplinary research connecting physics, engineering, and computational science. His administrative leadership in academic affairs and computational engineering promotion demonstrates his commitment to advancing both research and education at EPFL.