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A. DurgaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Thermodynamics
• Additive Manufacturing
• Microstructure Evolution
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Dr. A. Durga is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), where she has been serving since December 2021. She holds a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from KU Leuven, Belgium, and a B.Tech. from IIT Madras in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. Education: Ph.D. in Materials Engineering, KU Leuven, Belgium (2015) B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, IIT Madras, India (2009) Her research lies at the intersection of computational materials science and advanced manufacturing. She specializes in computational thermodynamics , additive manufacturing , microstructure evolution , and phase transformations . Her work employs phase-field modeling and thermodynamic optimization to understand and predict material behavior during processing. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on predictive modeling in alloy systems, particularly in additively manufactured steels , solder joints , and superalloys . Her research integrates digital tools to accelerate alloy design and microstructure control, contributing to next-generation materials development. Scientific Contributions: Published in high-impact journals such as Scripta Materialia , Acta Materialia , and JOM Invited speaker at international seminars including the MateriAlZ Seminar Series (USA) Active Google Scholar profile with significant citations Dr. Durga has prior industrial and academic research experience at GE Research, Bangalore, and KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden. She advises students in computational and experimental materials science, though specific advisees are not listed. Her work is supported by institutional and potentially external research funding, though specific grants are not detailed. She is part of the active research group within the MEMS department at IIT Bombay, contributing to the department’s vision in advanced materials development and industrial collaboration.

Jinghao LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Material Science
• Microstructure Analysis
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Jinghao Li is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering within Aarhus University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on additive manufacturing, microstructure engineering, and solidification processes. Primary expertise in Additive Manufacturing and Powder Material Science Active in experimental and computational materials design Contact: jli@mpe.au.dk | +45 87 15 17 59 Recent publications highlight his work in: Laser wire directed energy deposition of titanium alloys High-entropy alloy design using CALPHAD and machine learning Thermoelectric property enhancement in half-Heusler compounds His research combines experimental validation with computational modeling to advance manufacturing and materials science.

• Metallurgy
• Materials Engineering
• Deformation Mechanisms
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Kun Yan is a Lecturer in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering at the University of Manchester's School of Materials . She joined in 2015 as a Research Fellow, investigating damage formation in advanced high-strength multi-phase steels. Her work, supported by Tata Steel Europe and Diamond Light Source, employs in-situ X-ray diffraction and tomography to study phase-strain interactions and macro-inclusions. During her PhD at ANSTO and the University of Wollongong, she explored deformation mechanisms in high-manganese steels , including TWIP and TRIP steels, using EPSC/VPSC models to analyze twinning, phase transformations, and slip effects. She also advises on residual stress assessment and finite element modeling for sub-sea oil and gas equipment. Education: PhD: Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) and University of Wollongong Her research focuses on deformation mechanisms in advanced steels, including cryogenic deformation of stainless steels and precipitation behavior in magnesium alloys. Techniques include neutron diffraction , synchrotron X-ray analysis, and in-situ microscopy . Key themes are mechanical performance of alloys under extreme conditions and sustainable materials development aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals . Grants and Projects: She contributes to the University of Manchester at Harwell initiative, exploring nanoparticle behavior, tomography, and oxidation reactions in materials. Collaborative efforts include studies on high-entropy alloys and additive manufacturing of stainless steels. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the School of Materials' research groups, leveraging facilities at Harwell and the University of Manchester to advance material behavior under extreme conditions.

Junling Joyce-HuView profile

Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Multiphysics Modeling
• Heat Transfer
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Dr. Junling Joyce-Hu is a Professor and Chair at the School of Engineering within the University of Bridgeport. Her research focuses on transport phenomena, welding engineering, and multiphysics modeling applied to manufacturing, electronics cooling, and drilling operations. Education: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Missouri University of Science and Technology, 2005) Key Research Areas: Computational Fluid Dynamics, Thermal Stress Analysis, Welding Process Simulation Labs Directed: Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Laboratory, Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) and Rapid Prototyping Laboratory Her publications address gas metal arc welding, plasma dynamics, and thermal management, with a focus on aerospace and drilling applications. She has received honors including recognition as an Excellent Reviewer for Metallurgical and Materials Transactions and Advanced Communicator Bronze from Toastmasters International.

Iain ToddView profile

Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Processing
• Metallurgy
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Professor Iain Todd is a Professor of Metallurgy and Materials Processing at the University of Sheffield's School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, where he also serves as Director of the Materials Made Smarter Research Centre. With over two decades of experience in materials science and additive manufacturing, he has established himself as a leading researcher in metal processing technologies. Professor Todd received his BEng in Metallurgy and PhD in Solidification from the University of Sheffield. Following industrial R&D at T&N Technology, he conducted postdoctoral research at TU-Delft and CENIM in Madrid before returning to Sheffield in 2003 as a Lecturer. His academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to the field of additive manufacturing. Professor Todd's research lies at the interface between manufacturing technology and materials processing science, focusing on developing fundamental understanding of physical principles to better control material form, integrity, and function. His work emphasizes close collaboration with industry and appropriate scale for rapid transition of laboratory discoveries into industrial practice. Key research interests include Additive Manufacture of metals and alloys, Powder-based manufacturing technologies, Digitalisation of Materials Processing, and Advanced Manufacturing for Aerospace/Space applications. His innovative approaches to controlling microstructure and properties in additively manufactured components have led to numerous breakthroughs in the field. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on improving the quality and performance of additively manufactured metallic components. Recent work shows increasing emphasis on in situ process monitoring, grain structure control, and the application of additive manufacturing to specialized areas including magnetic components, aerospace materials, and even space exploration through lunar regolith processing. His research bridges fundamental materials science with practical industrial applications. Professor Todd has received significant recognition for his contributions to engineering: Elected Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (2023) Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (FIMMM) As Director of the Materials Made Smarter Research Centre, Professor Todd leads a multidisciplinary team focused on advancing materials processing technologies. His work has been supported by numerous research grants from UK research councils and industry partners, enabling the development of state-of-the-art facilities for metal additive manufacturing research. He actively collaborates with aerospace, automotive, and energy sector companies to translate research findings into commercial applications.

Hüseyin ÇimenoğluView profile

Professor

• Metallurgy
• Materials Science
• Surface Engineering
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Hüseyin Çimenoğlu is a Professor at the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering , Istanbul Technical University, specializing in surface engineering, tribology, and advanced materials. His work focuses on micro-arc oxidation coatings, high entropy alloys, and biomedical implant materials.

Brodan RichterView profile

Assistant Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Powder Bed Fusion
• Laser Welding
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Brodan Richter serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering, University of St. Thomas, joining in Fall 2025. He holds a PhD, MS, and BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and previously worked as a Research Materials Engineer at NASA Langley Research Center. His educational background includes: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin–Madison MS in Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin–Madison BS in Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin–Madison Dr. Richter's research expertise spans Additive Manufacturing, Powder Bed Fusion, Laser Welding, Metallurgy, Computational Materials, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, Solidification, and Machine Learning & Data-Driven Modeling. His current work develops computational materials engineering techniques to understand process-structure-property-performance relationships for solidification-based manufacturing processes including powder bed fusion, directed energy deposition, welding, laser remelting, and casting. He teaches undergraduate courses including Mechanical Engineering Graphics (ENGR 170), Engineering Materials (ENGR 361), and Senior Design Clinic (ENGR 480), where he guides student teams in developing engineering solutions for open-ended design projects while addressing ethical, social, economic, and safety considerations. Dr. Richter is affiliated with the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Design Center at the University of St. Thomas, contributing to facilities supporting student research and industry partnerships in advanced manufacturing.

• Planetary Science
• Geodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
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Sabrina Carpy serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Physics within the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of Nantes, concurrently conducting research at the Laboratory of Planetology and Geodynamics (LPG). Her dual role integrates academic instruction with planetary-scale fluid dynamics investigations. Her research specializes in transport phenomena involving moving fluids undergoing phase transitions (sublimation, condensation, boiling, solidification), with direct applications to planetary surface evolution. This work intersects planetary science, geodynamics, and advanced fluid mechanics, particularly examining sedimentary, matter, and chemical exchange mechanisms on celestial bodies. Her experimental approach connects laboratory-scale fluid dynamics with observable planetary morphological features. As an educator, she delivers courses spanning fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, energy systems, fluid-structure interactions, wave propagation, and turbulence modeling with computational applications. Her research group operates within the LPG, a prominent French research unit (UMR 6112) focused on planetary formation and geophysical processes through interdisciplinary methodologies combining physics, geology, and fluid dynamics.

• Laser Processing
• Numerical Simulation
• Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
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Morgan Dal serves as Senior Lecturer and Team Leader of the Laser Processes research group at PIMM Laboratory, Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology. Appointed in 2012, he holds an HDR (Habilitation to Supervise Research) from CNAM (2020) and maintains active roles in doctoral training and laboratory leadership. His research bridges computational modeling with experimental laser processing. His academic credentials include: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Southern Brittany (2011): 'Magneto-thermo-hydrodynamic simulation of TIG arc welding - estimation of the evolution of a fusion front' HDR, CNAM (2020): 'Laser application simulations: from development to validation' Professor Dal's research centers on laser-material interactions with five core pillars: (1) Laser Processing techniques including welding and additive manufacturing; (2) Multiphysics Numerical Simulation using finite element and fluid dynamics methods; (3) Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics in high-temperature regimes; (4) Inverse Methods for property estimation; and (5) Thermal Measurement via high-speed imaging. His experimental work frequently addresses industrial challenges in metal processing, particularly for refractory and high-reflectivity materials. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals accelerating output in additive manufacturing (2019-2022), with dominant themes in melt pool dynamics (32% of papers), keyhole stability (24%), and specialized material processing like copper with green lasers (13%). His work consistently integrates experimental validation with computational models, showing particular innovation in dimensionless number approaches for predicting laser welding phenomena. As HDR-qualified supervisor, Professor Dal mentors doctoral candidates through Arts et Métiers' engineering doctorate program. His Laser Processes team operates within PIMM Laboratory's advanced infrastructure, including the Hephaestus' Laser Shock platform and Thermal Laser Processes facilities. The team maintains strong industrial partnerships, particularly with aerospace and energy sector companies, through PIMM's joint laboratory programs and regional collaborations.