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• Fluid-solid Interactions
• Plasma-assisted Combustion
• Combustion Instabilities
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Dr. Mohammad Shahsavari is a Research Fellow in the Solid Mechanics and Materials Engineering Group at the University of Oxford. His work focuses on fluid-solid interactions, plasma-assisted combustion, and combustion instabilities. He holds a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (2016) and has conducted postdoctoral research at Tsinghua University and the University of Birmingham as a Marie Skodowska-Curie Fellow. Research Interests: Fluid-Solid Interactions Plasma-Assisted Combustion Combustion Instabilities Supercritical Fluid Dynamics Thermoacoustic Systems Publications highlight his contributions to understanding plasma effects on ammonia combustion, flame dynamics in low-swirl flows, and thermoacoustic instability mitigation. His work bridges computational modeling (DNS, RANS) with experimental insights to advance clean energy technologies. Scientific Awards: Marie Skodowska-Curie Fellowship (2019–2021) Advising and Grants: Currently leads research projects on low-emission combustion systems and plasma-assisted ignition, leveraging interdisciplinary collaborations in fluid mechanics and materials engineering. No formal advisees listed, but contributes to mentoring junior researchers in his groups. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Solid Mechanics and Materials Engineering Group at Oxford, collaborating with the Impact Engineering team on multiphase flow challenges.

• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Renewable Energy Systems
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Dr. Petros Lappas is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. He specializes in Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Renewable Energy Systems, and coordinates the Master of Sustainable Energy Program. His research focuses on improving thermal efficiency in internal combustion engines, laser diagnostics (PIV, LDV, spectroscopy), aerosol dynamics, and renewable energy technologies. Dr. Lappas holds a PhD and has received awards including the Westcoast Energy Inc. Jack Davis Scholarship (2000) and the University of British Columbia Graduate Scholarship (1998–2000). He has supervised numerous research projects on topics like nasal drug delivery, combustion noise, and desalination systems. His recent articles emphasize droplet dynamics, combustion diagnostics, and thermal management systems. Key contributions include studies on ferrofluid cooling, CNG engine performance, and nasal spray atomization. Dr. Lappas collaborates on projects involving automotive engineering, renewable energy, and thermal energy recovery systems.

Zeynep DemiragliView profile

Associate Professor

• Particle Physics
• Dark Matter
• Higgs Physics
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Zeynep Demiragli is an Associate Professor at Boston University, where she contributes to the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Her research focuses on dark matter detection, Higgs boson physics, and advancing CMS detector technologies. She currently leads the development of Advanced Telecom Computer Architecture-based Data, Trigger, and Control (DTC) boards for the CMS inner tracker system as part of the High Luminosity LHC (HL-LHC) upgrade, ensuring efficient pixel data readout for critical physics analyses. Her work includes probing dark matter interactions in proton-proton collisions and analyzing missing transverse momentum signals. As convener of the CMS jet and missing transverse momentum physics group, she coordinates algorithm development and performance monitoring for object reconstruction. She is deeply involved in HL-LHC preparations, emphasizing detector robustness under high-luminosity conditions. Zeynep's research interests span experimental particle physics, high-energy collider dynamics, and the Standard Model's extensions. She explores phenomena like light-by-light scattering and axion-like particles in ultraperipheral collisions. Her contributions to WH production studies and top quark pair polarization also highlight her expertise in precision measurements. Her recent articles emphasize dark matter searches, Higgs boson decays, and detector optimization. Collaborations with the BU Electronics Design Facility and leadership in jet physics groups underscore her technical and organizational roles. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned, but her work contributes significantly to foundational physics advancements. Her advising and grants activities are not detailed in the provided texts. She is affiliated with the CMS experiment team, HL-LHC upgrade initiatives, and the APOLLO ATCA blades project. Her lab involvement includes pixel detector testing and hardware development at Boston University's facilities.

Cristina DavisView profile

Professor

• BioMEMS
• Wearable Sensors
• Mechanical Design
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Cristina Davis is a Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Associate Vice Chancellor of Interdisciplinary Research and Strategic Initiatives at the University of California, Davis. Her work focuses on developing innovative chemical sensor systems for real-world applications in health, environmental monitoring, and agriculture. She leads the BioMEMS Lab, which integrates mechanical engineering, data analytics, and chemistry to create wearable sensors, micro/nano devices, and machine learning-driven diagnostic tools. Her research has led to two startup companies commercializing UC Davis technologies. Key research areas include trace chemical detection in breath and environmental samples, biomarker discovery for human and animal health, and sensor system integration for field use. Applications span asthma monitoring, wildfire health impacts, and citrus disease detection. She has pioneered methods using exhaled breath condensate metabolomics for diagnosing infections like SARS-CoV-2 and influenza. Davis’s lab also explores bioreactor contamination monitoring and VOC-based agricultural diagnostics. Her work has been recognized with the National Academy of Inventors Fellow designation. Current projects include large-scale vaping health studies, firefighter cancer prevention initiatives, and non-invasive sex determination of chicken eggs via scent analysis. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, chemistry, computer science, and veterinary medicine. Labs: BioMEMS Lab Grants/Projects: Firefighter Cancer Prevention Projects, NIH-funded asthma monitoring systems, USDA-funded citrus disease research Technologies: Portable breath analyzers, microfluidic preconcentrators, GC-DMS systems

Michael GevelberView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials Processing
• Energy Efficiency
• Building Systems
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Michael Gevelber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Boston University’s College of Engineering, and an affiliated faculty member of the Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS). He holds dual affiliations with the Division of Materials Science and Engineering and the Division of Systems Engineering. His work bridges advanced materials processing and sustainability, focusing on real-time control systems for manufacturing processes such as plasma spray, electrospinning, and crystal growth. He is also a leader in energy efficiency research, particularly in optimizing building HVAC systems and reducing energy consumption in commercial and university buildings. Gevelber earned his PhD, MS, and BS in Mechanical Engineering and Physics from MIT and Brown University, respectively. His research lab, the Advanced Materials Process Control Laboratory, develops control solutions to enhance manufacturing precision and sustainability. He co-founded Aeolus Building Efficiency (winner of the 2013 MIT Clean Energy Contest) and Cyber Materials LLC, which commercialize his innovations in control systems. His sustainability efforts include leading Boston University’s first campus energy audit, serving on the Sustainability Committee, and co-chairing the Energy Working Group. His research integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining sensor development, computational modeling, and system design to address challenges in both industrial manufacturing and urban energy systems.

Erik WagenaarsView profile

Professor

• Low-Temperature Plasmas
• Laser Ablation
• Plasma Diagnostics
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Prof. Erik Wagenaars is Professor of Plasma Physics at the University of York's School of Physics, Engineering and Technology and member of the York Plasma Institute. His research focuses on low-temperature plasmas and their technological applications. Research highlights: Atmospheric-pressure plasma jets Plasma-based thin film deposition Laser ablation dynamics Plasma diagnostic development His group studies plasma chemistry control through pulsed power technology and develops applications in plasma medicine and materials processing. Current projects include 'TiPToP - Tailored Pulse excitation for TailOred Plasma chemistries' funded by EPSRC.

James WalshView profile

Professor

• Low Temperature Plasma
• Plasma Diagnostics
• Plasma-Liquid Interactions
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Professor James L. Walsh holds the Chair in Low Temperature Plasma Science at the York Plasma Institute, University of York. His research focuses on plasma applications in healthcare and environmental technologies. Research Expertise: Plasma source development (RF/nanosecond-pulsed systems), optical diagnostics (laser spectroscopy), and applications in microbial disinfection, food safety, and pollution remediation. Leadership: Founded the EPSRC-funded Centre for Plasma Microbiology; secured over £4 million in research funding. Published 100+ papers in plasma science and applied microbiology. Key Projects: Developing plasma technologies for medical equipment sterilization, water purification, and cancer treatment enhancement.

Yue WuView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanomaterials
• Glass Transition
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Yue Wu is the Kenan Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His research focuses on nanoscale fluid physics , glass transition phenomena , and NMR-based materials characterization . Member of APS, MRS, and AAAS Elected Fellow of the American Physical Society Research interests include: Nanoconfined liquids and gases: anomalous properties in micropores Protein interactions with nanomaterial surfaces Thermodynamics of supercooled metallic liquids His group develops innovative NMR techniques for high-pressure, high-temperature, and electrochemical studies. Publications emphasize applications in hydrogen storage , supercapacitors , and anesthetic mechanisms . Recent work explores metal-organic frameworks , dielectric contrast agents , and electrochemical nanopore dynamics .

Hans Jakob WörnerView profile

Professor

• Ultra-Fast Spectroscopy
• Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Dynamics
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Prof. Dr. Hans Jakob Wörner is a Full Professor of Physical Chemistry and Head of the Laboratory of Physical Chemistry at ETH Zürich's Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences. His research focuses on ultra-fast molecular spectroscopy with attosecond resolution (10 -18 s), aiming to characterize molecular valence shell dynamics through novel experimental methods. He leads the Atto Group, developing attosecond X-ray and laser spectroscopy techniques for studying electron and nuclear dynamics in liquids, clusters, and gases. Education: BSc (2003) and PhD (2007) in Physical Chemistry from ETH Zürich. Postdoctoral Work: Laboratoire Aimé Cotton (France) and National Research Council (Canada). Roles: Full Professor since 2013, ERC Consolidator Grant recipient (2017), and numerous international awards including the Coblentz Award (2018). Research interests include attosecond electron dynamics in molecules, liquids, and clusters; X-ray transient absorption spectroscopy; and intermolecular Coulombic decay in liquids. His lab pioneered attosecond techniques for imaging electron wave packets and studying conical intersection dynamics in aqueous systems. Awards: New Horizon Lectureship (2020) Coblentz Award (2018) ERC Consolidator Grant (2017) Carus Medal (2015) Young Academy Membership (2013) Lab & Collaborations: The Laboratory of Physical Chemistry at ETH Zürich focuses on ultrafast dynamics with state-of-the-art attosecond sources and liquid-jet technologies. Current projects explore proton transfer in aqueous solutions and Jahn-Teller effects in molecular cations.

• Physical Chemistry
• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
• Molecular Dynamics
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Dr. Tadas Balciunas is a Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences at ETH Zurich, affiliated with the Laboratory of Physical Chemistry. His research focuses on ultrafast physical chemistry processes studied through advanced spectroscopic techniques. Research interests center on physical chemistry and chemical physics, particularly ultrafast molecular dynamics and spectroscopy. Key areas include electronic dynamics in solutions, high-harmonic generation in condensed phases, proton transfer mechanisms, and laser-matter interactions. Experimental approaches frequently employ cutting-edge techniques like X-ray spectroscopy and time-resolved coincidence methods. The publication record demonstrates strong focus on ultrafast phenomena across physical chemistry and optics. Recent work explores electron dynamics at conical intersections, proton transfer in aqueous systems, and advanced laser techniques for harmonic generation. Studies frequently combine experimental methods with theoretical simulations to investigate molecular processes at femtosecond timescales.

David R. WilliamsView profile

Professor

• Unsteady Aerodynamics
• Active Flow Control
• Flight Vehicle Dynamics
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David R. Williams is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology's Armour College of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced aerodynamics, including experimental investigations in the Fejer Unsteady Flow Wind Tunnel and development of finless aircraft with jet propulsion systems. Education: Ph.D. in Fluid Dynamics, Princeton University (1982) M.S. in Fluid Dynamics, Princeton University (1979) B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (1976) Research Focus: Professor Williams specializes in unsteady flow physics and active control systems for aerospace applications. His work includes gust interaction studies with low-aspect-ratio wings, delta wing control using pressure sensors and flow effectors, and finless aircraft development for turbulence analysis. Research is supported by AFOSR, ONR, and NASA Space Grant Consortium. Awards & Honors: Teaching Excellence: Rowe Award (2018), Armour College Teaching Award (2018), MAE Department Teaching Award (1988) Research Recognition: APS Fellow (2006), Sigma Xi Award (2006), Honeywell Technology Award (2006) Early Career: Humboldt Fellowship (1982), Guggenheim Fellowship (1976) Facilities & Partnerships: Conducts experiments in the Fejer Unsteady Flow Wind Tunnel with custom test sections for atmospheric turbulence simulation. Collaborates with US Air Force Academy, Office of Naval Research, and Astrium UAV on finless aircraft projects.

• Robotics
• Electronics Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
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María Elena López Guillén is a Professor in the Department of Electronics at the University of Alcalá. She holds a Ph.D. from the same institution (2004), focusing on navigation systems for personal assistance robots using partially observable Markov decision processes. Her research group, Robesafe, specializes in service robotics and e-safety technologies. Her work spans robotics, autonomous systems, and biomedical engineering. Key areas include SLAM algorithms, sensor fusion, electrooculography-based interfaces, and assistive technologies for the visually impaired. She has authored over 50 publications since 1995, with recent focus on real-time semantic segmentation, multi-sensorial navigation, and wheelchair control systems. Notable contributions include pioneering research on EOG-based human-computer interaction, low-cost UAV navigation systems, and robotic solutions for healthcare applications. Her work bridges theoretical robotics with practical implementations in safety-critical environments.

Ross L. HattonView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Applied Mathematics
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Ross L. Hatton is an Associate Professor at Oregon State University's College of Engineering, affiliated with the Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering department and the Collaborative Robotics and Intelligent Systems Institute. He directs the Laboratory for Robotics and Applied Mechanics (LRAM), focusing on the intersection of robotics, mechanics, and biology. Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2011 MS, Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2007 SB, Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005 His research involves developing mathematical frameworks for locomotion mechanics, bio-inspired robotics, and translating theoretical principles into engineered systems. Key areas include geometric mechanics, optimal control, and applications in disaster response, sensor design, and industrial robotics. The 15 most recent articles highlight his work on gait optimization, geometric modeling, and bio-inspired locomotion. Topics span Riemannian splines, soft continuum robotics, inertial dynamics, and data-driven motion planning, with applications in both engineered and biological systems. Scientific recognition includes the 2017 NSF CAREER Award. His group collaborates with local industry and biologists at Berkeley, focusing on practical implementations like spider-inspired leaping robots and sand-swimming mechanics. Students benefit from his emphasis on mathematical problem-solving and interdisciplinary thinking, though no formal advisees are listed. Research is supported by NSF grants and industry partnerships. LRAM's work includes the SpiderHarp instrument, geometric motion planning for high-dimensional systems, and exploring locomotion principles in granular media and fluid environments.

Kari KoskinenView profile

Professor

• Robotics Engineering
• Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
• Control Systems
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Dr. Kari Koskinen is Professor in Automation Technology and Mechanical Engineering at Tampere University, specializing in robotics, autonomous systems, and industrial digitalization. He holds a Doctor of Science in Automation Engineering and Licentiate of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Research domains include: Robotics and autonomous underwater vehicle systems Control architecture design and optimization Physics-based simulation modeling and digital twin implementation Predictive maintenance through machine learning Industrial process optimization using empirical and computational models His publications focus on industrial applications of simulation technologies, predictive maintenance algorithms, and optimization of manufacturing processes. Recent work demonstrates strong integration of physical modeling with machine learning approaches for industrial diagnostics.

• Mathematical Physics
• Analytical Mechanics
• Calculus of Variations
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Enrico Pagani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Trento. His career includes roles as a Researcher (1983–1987) and Associate Professor of Analytical Mechanics (1987–present). He specializes in Mathematical Physics, focusing on geometric mechanics, calculus of variations, and non-holonomic systems. His research spans general relativity, continuum mechanics, wave propagation, and historical analysis of mathematical contributions by Grassmann and Peano. Education: PhD in Physics, University of Genoa (1979). Research Interests: Geometric formulations of classical mechanics (Lagrangian/Hamiltonian systems). Constrained dynamical systems and variational principles. Non-holonomic constraints and optimal control theory. Historical analysis of Grassmann’s exterior algebra and Peano’s contributions to mathematical analysis. Publications: Over 38 peer-reviewed papers, including works on geometric constrained variational calculus, non-holonomic systems, and historical mathematical analysis. Recent focuses include second variation analysis and geometric interpretations of Peano’s work. Editorial Roles: Assistant Editor, NoDEA - Nonlinear Differential Equations and Applications (1993–1999). Member of Editorial Boards for Nonlinear Studies (2001–present) and Mathematics in Engineering, Science and Aerospace (MESA) (2009–present). Collaborations: Extensive collaboration with Enrico Massa (University of Genoa) on geometric mechanics and calculus of variations. Key projects include the geometric approach to non-holonomic systems and Peano/Grassmann historical analysis.