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Xiaoqing PanView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Electron Microscopy
• Atomic-scale Characterization
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Xiaoqing Pan is a Professor and Henry Samueli Endowed Chair in Engineering at the University of California, Irvine, with dual appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. He serves as Director of the Irvine Materials Research Institute (IMRI) and the Center for Complex and Active Materials (NSF MRSEC). A renowned electron microscopy expert, Pan has developed advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) techniques for atomic-scale material characterization. Ph.D., Universität des Saarlandes, Germany (1991) His research focuses on atomic-scale structure-property relationships in oxide heterostructures, ferroelectrics, nanocatalysts, and 2D functional materials. Pan leads development of novel 4D-STEM and momentum-resolved vibrational electron microscopy methods to study single-atom catalysts and complex oxides. With over 400 high-impact publications in Nature , Science , and Nature Materials , his work has been recognized by major fellowships and awards from the American Ceramic Society, American Physical Society, and National Science Foundation. Pan's recent work includes: Atomic-scale analysis of grain boundary phonon anisotropy Advances in FeSe/SrTiO 3 interface electron-phonon coupling Plastic waste upcycling through carbon intermediate interception Control of metal-support interactions in photocatalysts Strain engineering in high-entropy oxide films His laboratory at UCI represents the forefront of materials characterization technology development.

Mohsen Taheri AndaniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Advanced Materials
• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Science
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Mohsen Taheri Andani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2022), an M.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan (2018), an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo (2015), and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology (2012). His research focuses on the processing-structure-properties relationships of advanced materials, additive manufacturing, physical/ mechanical metallurgy, and mechanical behavior of materials, with a particular emphasis on grain boundary engineering and crystallographic texture control in metals processed via additive manufacturing methods. Dr. Andani has received prestigious awards including the 2022 Robert M. Caddell Memorial Award for Research, the 2021 Richard and Eleanor Towner Prize for Outstanding Ph.D. Research, and the 2020 Ivor K. McIvor Award, all from the University of Michigan. His work bridges fundamental materials science with advanced manufacturing technologies, aiming to optimize material performance through multiscale control of microstructures. His research group, the Multiscale Manufacturing and Mechanics of Materials (M4) Lab, explores the interface between additive manufacturing and materials mechanics. Current projects include the Center for Scientific Machine Learning for Material Sciences (AFSOR), reducing qualification time in additive manufacturing (America Makes), and structural evaluation via non-contact sensors (DARPA). He actively seeks motivated Ph.D. students for Fall 2025 and welcomes undergraduate/master’s students to join his team. Dr. Andani’s publications emphasize experimental and computational studies of microstructural evolution in additively manufactured metals, including grain boundary effects on dislocation dynamics, crystallographic texture control in NiTi alloys, and thermomechanical property optimization of materials like 316L stainless steel and Cu-Cr-Zr alloys. His work integrates in situ characterization techniques with advanced modeling to predict and enhance material performance.

Stephen WeymouthView profile

Associate Professor

• International Political Economy
• Globalization
• Digital Governance
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Stephen Weymouth is Provost's Distinguished Associate Professor and Dean’s Professor at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business. He holds a primary academic appointment as Associate Professor and focuses on the political economy of globalization and technological change. His research bridges international business, political science, and public policy. Weymouth earned his Ph.D. in Political Science and International Affairs from the University of California, San Diego (2010), an M.A. in Latin American Studies from the same institution (2006), and a B.S. in Economics from Arizona State University (1999). His research interests include the political environment of business, digital globalization, trade and exchange rate politics, governance of the digital economy, and the societal implications of artificial intelligence. He investigates how globalization, technological disruption, and economic change influence political behavior, voting, and policy outcomes. His work often employs quantitative methods and large-scale data to analyze firm-level and electoral dynamics. His recent publications, appearing in top journals like American Political Science Review , International Organization , and British Journal of Political Science , reveal a strong thematic focus on the intersection of economic globalization and political behavior. Trends include the impact of deindustrialization on voter backlash, the effects of inflation and pandemics on elections, and the political economy of digital trade and AI. His book Digital Globalization: Politics, Policy, and a Governance Paradox (Cambridge University Press) synthesizes these themes, emphasizing the growing tension between digital innovation and regulatory governance. Weymouth is actively engaged in policy discourse, having authored issue briefs for the Atlantic Council on digital trade policies in India and Bangladesh. He teaches core MBA courses such as Business and Policy in the Global Economy and specialized courses on AI and economic transformation. While no formal awards are listed, his named professorships reflect institutional recognition. He advises students and collaborates widely, though specific advisees are not named. His research contributes significantly to understanding how global economic forces shape political institutions and public sentiment.

Iwona M JasiukView profile

Professor

• Composite Materials
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
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Professor Iwona M. Jasiuk is a multi-disciplinary academic affiliated with the University of Illinois, holding professorships in Mechanical Science and Engineering, Biomedical and Translational Sciences, Bioengineering, Aerospace Engineering, and other departments. She is also affiliated with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA), Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, and the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. Her research focuses on composite materials, bio-inspired structures, additive manufacturing, and computational mechanics, with a strong emphasis on integrating artificial intelligence into materials science. Her work spans topics such as material characterization, metamaterials design, and radiation effects on materials. Notable research areas include thin-ply composites, lattice structures derived from geometric principles, and the mechanical properties of bio-inspired systems like equine hoof walls. She has pioneered the use of deep learning networks for predicting material behavior in complex systems. Professor Jasiuk has received prestigious awards, including the ASME Fellow, SES Fellow, and Vebleo Scientist Award. Her research is supported by collaborations across engineering, biology, and computational fields, leveraging advanced facilities like NCSA for high-performance computing.

Hamid AbdolvandView profile

Associate Professor

• Mechanics of Materials
• Fatigue, Fracture, and Creep
• Computational Mechanics
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Hamid Abdolvand is an Associate Professor and Tier-2 Canada Research Chair in Advanced Materials for Low-Emission Energies in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Western University's Faculty of Engineering. He earned his PhD in Mechanical and Materials Engineering from Queen's University in 2012, followed by a three-year postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford focusing on electron and synchrotron x-ray diffraction analysis. Prior to Oxford, he developed finite element codes for Rolls-Royce Plc and AMEC-Europe at the University of Manchester. His research integrates computational and experimental approaches across multiple scales, with core expertise in: Deformation and failure mechanisms of engineering materials Fatigue, fracture, and (irradiation) creep phenomena Finite element, crystal plasticity, and dislocation dynamics modeling Synchrotron x-ray, neutron, and electron diffraction/tomography techniques Dr. Abdolvand's Tier-2 Canada Research Chair recognizes his leadership in developing advanced materials for sustainable energy applications, bridging industrial collaboration with fundamental materials science. He leads an active research group utilizing multi-scale methodologies to address critical challenges in material behavior under extreme conditions, with strong connections to national facilities and industry partners.

Marc De GraefView profile

Professor

• Materials Characterization
• Electron Microscopy
• Magnetic Materials
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Marc De Graef is the John and Claire Bertucci Distinguished Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). He leads the J. Earle and Mary Roberts Materials Characterization Laboratory and is affiliated with the Materials Science and Engineering Department within the College of Engineering. De Graef holds dual roles as a faculty director and researcher, specializing in advanced materials characterization techniques, particularly electron microscopy and microstructural analysis. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Catholic University of Leuven (1989) M.S. and B.S. in Physics, University of Antwerp (1983) Research Interests: De Graef's work focuses on 3D microstructure analysis, materials informatics, magnetic materials, and advanced characterization methods like Lorentz microscopy. His research emphasizes quantitative electron microscopy techniques, including electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), and their application to study complex materials systems. He has pioneered software tools for materials characterization, such as orientation mapping algorithms and dictionary-based indexing methods. Key Achievements: Recipient of the 2025 Microscopy Society of America Distinguished Scientist Award Author/co-author of over 350 publications and two textbooks: Introduction to Conventional Transmission Electron Microscopy and Structure of Materials Principal investigator on grants including a $7.5M Air Force-funded Center of Excellence in data-driven materials research Lab & Collaborations: Directs the Materials Characterization Facility at CMU, advancing capabilities in X-ray and electron microscopy. His team collaborates on projects involving additive manufacturing, magnetic domain analysis, and topological magnetic structures. Recent work includes studies on skyrmions in thin films and phase stability in novel alloys.

• Petrology
• Geochemistry
• Subduction Zones
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Pierre Bouilhol is a Senior Lecturer (Maître de conférences) at Université de Lorraine, Nancy, France, affiliated with the CRPG-CNRS research unit. His expertise spans petrology, geochemistry, and tectonic processes, with a focus on subduction zones, magmatic systems, and isotope geochemistry. He holds a Doctorat en Sciences (PhD) from ETH Zurich (2005-2008) and a Master in Earth Sciences from Montpellier (2002-2004). His research investigates subduction dynamics, including volatile cycling, serpentinite evolution, and magmatism linked to continental collisions. Notable contributions include studies on Archaean subduction-like magmatism and redox heterogeneities in subducting slabs. Teaching includes courses on petrology, field geology, and magmatic systems at undergraduate and graduate levels. He has held prior positions at MIT (2009-2011), Durham University (2012-2016), and the LMV in Clermont-Ferrand (2016-2017). Recent publications (2021–2025) address topics such as early Earth magmatism, slab devolatilization, and carbonate transfer mechanisms in subduction zones. Collaborations span institutions globally, focusing on fieldwork and experimental petrology. His lab work at CRPG involves advanced geochemical and isotopic analyses, contributing to understanding continental crust formation and mantle processes.

Rodrigo FreitasView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Computational Materials Design
• Machine Learning in Materials
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Professor Rodrigo Freitas holds the TDK Professorship in Materials Science and Engineering at MIT. His research focuses on computational materials design, bridging atomistic simulations with mesoscale microstructural analysis. He leads the Freitas Research Group, specializing in machine learning-driven modeling of materials kinetics and solidification processes. Education: B.S. and M.S. in Physics, University of Campinas, Brazil M.S. and Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, UC Berkeley Research Interests: Professor Freitas investigates microstructural evolution in metals and alloys using advanced computational methods. Key areas include solidification mechanisms, interstitial atom behavior in superalloys, and machine learning applications for materials discovery. His work emphasizes bridging atomistic and mesoscale phenomena to guide industrial applications like semiconductor manufacturing and battery design. Publications Trend: Recent work emphasizes machine learning potentials for alloy modeling, short-range order analysis in high-entropy alloys, and kinetic modeling of complex chemical systems. Themes include alloy phase stability, defect dynamics, and data-driven materials discovery. Labs/Teams: Leads the Freitas Research Group at MIT, which develops novel computational tools for materials engineering.

• Solid Mechanics
• Micromechanics
• Dislocation Plasticity
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Professor Dan Balint is the Head of the Mechanics of Materials Division in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences from Harvard University (2003), an S.M. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard (2001), and a B.S. in Engineering Mechanics from Michigan State University (1998). Prior to joining Imperial in 2006, he was a Research Associate at the Cambridge Centre for Micromechanics. His research spans theoretical and computational solid mechanics, with focus areas including: Micromechanics of crystalline materials (metals/ceramics) Dislocation-defect interactions and failure mechanisms Discrete dislocation plasticity methods Nuclear cladding materials and zirconium hydrides Thin film failure and metal forming processes Fracture mechanics and material size effects Recent publications (2022-2025) predominantly explore dislocation dynamics, zirconium alloy behavior under nuclear conditions, computational modeling of microstructural stresses, and machine learning applications in materials science. Common themes include thermomechanical degradation, crack initiation mechanisms, and multi-scale modeling approaches. Professor Balint serves as Associate Editor of the European Journal of Mechanics - A/Solids and consults for industrial partners including Rolls Royce, BP, and the US Air Force.

Eralp DemirView profile

Researcher

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis
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Eralp Demir is a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford. His research focuses on materials mechanics, crystal plasticity, and finite element methods. He holds a PhD from RWTH Aachen University and has conducted research at institutions including Carnegie Mellon University, Max Planck Institute, and Cornell University. His current work involves developing the OXFORD-UMAT framework for fusion energy materials in collaboration with UKAEA. He specializes in in-house finite element code development and commercial software integration (e.g., Abaqus, MSC Marc). His expertise spans computational materials modeling, microstructural analysis, and experimental validation using techniques like 3D XRD. Education: PhD in Engineering Science, RWTH Aachen University Advanced Studies at Carnegie Mellon University (Mechanical Engineering), Cornell University (MAE), and others Research Interests: Crystal plasticity modeling, fusion energy materials, finite element method development, microstructural mechanics, and additive manufacturing. His work bridges computational simulations with experimental techniques to understand material behavior under extreme conditions. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Tarleton Research Group at Oxford and UKAEA on fusion energy projects. Active in developing open-source tools for material modeling.

Grethe WintherView profile

Professor

• Microstructure of Metals
• Dislocation Structures
• Plastic Deformation
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Grethe Winther is a Professor and Head of Section in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Materials and Surface Engineering. Her research is centered on the analysis and modeling of microstructure and mechanical properties of metals, with a strong emphasis on dislocation structures, deformation textures, and recrystallization processes. Her research interests include: Dislocation structures and boundary analysis in deformed metals Crystal plasticity modeling using synchrotron data (3DXRD) Orientation relationships in recrystallization Prediction of mechanical properties in industrial metal forming Multiscale modeling of plastic deformation and surface roughening The recent articles (2025) highlight a consistent focus on advanced characterization techniques like dark-field X-ray microscopy and discrete dislocation dynamics simulations. These works explore the formation of geometrically necessary boundaries, dislocation cell evolution, and multiscale surface deformation, reflecting a strong integration of experimental and computational methods in materials science. Key themes include plastic deformation mechanisms, microstructure evolution, and predictive modeling in metallic systems. Grethe Winther actively supervises multiple PhD projects, including those on dislocation dynamics, X-ray microscopy, and ductile failure simulations. She collaborates extensively with researchers such as H.F. Poulsen and C.V. Nielsen. Her work is supported by ongoing research projects at DTU, focusing on fundamental and applied aspects of metal deformation and microstructure. She is affiliated with the Materials and Surface Engineering section at DTU, where she leads research efforts combining advanced experimental techniques with theoretical modeling to understand and predict metal behavior under deformation.

George K. DannsView profile

Professor

• Caribbean Studies
• Race and Ethnic Relations
• Political Leadership
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George K. Danns is a Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology and Human Services at the University of North Georgia, Gainesville Campus. Holding a PhD from SUNY Stony Brook, he has received prestigious awards including the Ford Foundation Fellowship and Complete College Georgia Champion Award. His leadership roles include Chair of UNG Faculty Senate (2015-2016), former Dean of Social Sciences at the University of Guyana, and Senior Fulbright Fellow at the University of Michigan. Ph.D. in Sociology, State University of New York at Stony Brook M.A. in Sociology, State University of New York at Stony Brook B. Soc. Sc. in Social Sciences (Distinction), University of Guyana Dr. Danns specializes in Caribbean socio-political dynamics with emphasis on Guyana, examining race/ethnic relations, political leadership, national security, and community development. His research explores intersections of identity, class, and power in postcolonial contexts, addressing critical issues like environmental disasters, homicide patterns, youth vulnerability, and gender disparities. His fieldwork combines theoretical rigor with practical applications for policy development. His 15 most recent publications (2014-2020) reveal three dominant thematic clusters: Caribbean political economy (35%), diaspora/identity studies (30%), and entrepreneurship/financial literacy (35%). The work demonstrates consistent focus on Guyana while expanding to broader Latin American and Caribbean contexts, with increasing attention to youth entrepreneurship and financial inclusion in developing economies since 2017. Ford Foundation Fellowship for Doctoral Research in Latin America and the Caribbean Complete College Georgia Champion Award (2016) Senior Fulbright Fellowship Dr. Danns has mentored students through diverse sociology courses while securing consultancy grants from major international organizations including UNICEF, UNFPA, USAID, IADB, OAS, and PAHO. His funded research focuses on social policy development, with particular emphasis on youth programs, gender initiatives, and national security frameworks for Caribbean governments. As former Director of the Center for Economic & Social Research & Action (CESRA) at the University of Guyana, he led multidisciplinary teams conducting critical studies on suicide prevention, military roles in national security, and environmental disaster response. His current UNG affiliation involves collaborative research networks addressing regional social challenges through the Sociology and Human Services department.

Karen MullenersView profile

Associate Professor

• Fluid Dynamics
• Unsteady Flow Phenomena
• Bio-inspired Robotics
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Karen Mulleners is an Associate Professor at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI), the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IGM), and the UNFOLD Laboratory (Laboratoire de diagnostic des écoulements instationnaires). She also serves in the SGM-ENS teaching department and is a member of the EDEY-GE doctoral program commission. Her research focuses on experimental fluid dynamics, particularly unsteady flow phenomena and vortex dynamics. Professor Mulleners specializes in the intersection of fluid dynamics and bio-inspired engineering, with research interests including: Unsteady vortex-dominated flow phenomena Fluid-structure interaction in flexible systems Experimental methods for flow visualization and measurement Application of fluid dynamics principles to bio-inspired robotics Aerodynamic performance optimization of wind turbine systems Vortex dynamics in flapping and rotating wing systems Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong experimental focus on understanding complex fluid phenomena, particularly in bio-inspired robotics and renewable energy applications. Mulleners' work consistently addresses fundamental questions about vortex formation, flow control, and fluid-structure interactions, with significant contributions to understanding dynamic stall in wind turbines and undulatory swimming mechanics. Her research group employs advanced diagnostic techniques to study unsteady flows, often bridging engineering and biological principles. Professor Mulleners actively supervises PhD students and has directed multiple EPFL theses. Her teaching responsibilities include courses on Measurement Techniques and Aerodynamics, where she imparts knowledge on experimental methods for observing and measuring physical variables such as force, resistance, temperature, flow velocity, and structural deformation. The UNFOLD Laboratory, which Professor Mulleners leads, focuses on diagnostic techniques for unsteady flow phenomena, employing advanced experimental methods including flow visualization, particle image velocimetry, and force measurement systems to study complex fluid dynamics problems with applications in renewable energy and bio-inspired engineering.

Emily M. PetermanView profile

Associate Professor

• Petrology
• Mineralogy
• Geochronology
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Emily M. Peterman is an Associate Professor of Earth and Oceanographic Science at Bowdoin College, currently on leave for the 2025–2026 academic year. She specializes in studying mountain belt evolution and micro-to-nanoscale mineral processes using petrology, geochemistry, and geochronology. Her lab employs advanced techniques like SEM, EBSD, and cathodoluminescence to analyze mineral recrystallization and deformation. Education: PhD, University of California, Santa Barbara (2009) BA, Geology and Spanish, Middlebury College (2004) Universidad SEK, Segovia, Spain (2003) Research Interests: Peterman investigates tectonic processes through mineral-scale analysis, focusing on metamorphic reactions, crustal evolution, and nanoscale trace element mobility. Her work bridges structural geology with geochemical methods to decode Earth's dynamic history. Publications: Her recent articles emphasize Appalachian tectonics, nanogeochronology, and metamorphic petrology. Trends show strong focus on integrating field geology with atom-scale microscopy to resolve complex orogenic processes. Grants & Collaborations: NSF Tectonics Grant (2020–2023) for hosting the 6th Structural Geology and Tectonics Forum. NSF Petrology Grant (2017–2023) for ultrahigh-pressure metamorphism research in Greece/Bulgaria with UMass-Amherst. Co-directs Bowdoin's SEM Lab with EDS/EBSD/CL capabilities, supporting >600 students.

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Informatics
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S. Mohadeseh Taheri-Mousavi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), part of the College of Engineering. She joined CMU in September 2022 after postdoctoral appointments at MIT and Brown University. Her research is supported by major grants from NASA STRI, DARPA, the Army Research Laboratory, and the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, and she is affiliated with the NextManufacturing Center and the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. from EPFL, Switzerland, and M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees from Sharif University of Technology, Iran. She was awarded both early and advanced Swiss National Science Foundation fellowships during her postdoctoral studies. Taheri-Mousavi’s research focuses on the intersection of materials science, mechanical engineering, and computer science. She develops multi-scale computational models and AI-driven frameworks—such as AlloyGPT and generative AI agents—to design next-generation structural alloys, particularly for additive manufacturing and extreme environments. Her work emphasizes materials sustainability, industrial decarbonization, and uncertainty quantification in alloy design. The integration of machine learning with Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) and CALPHAD methods enables rapid exploration of high-dimensional composition and processing spaces. Her recent publications (2023–2025) show a strong trend toward AI/ML applications in alloy discovery, hydrogen embrittlement modeling, and high-temperature aluminum and tungsten alloys. These works reflect a deep commitment to accelerating materials innovation through human-AI collaboration and smart experimental validation. Her scientific honors include prestigious Swiss National Science Foundation fellowships. She has also received seed funding from the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation to study hydrogen embrittlement. She advises a dynamic team of doctoral students and a postdoctoral researcher, working on topics including hydrogen embrittlement, generative AI for welding, and gradient alloys. Her research is funded by high-impact grants from NASA, DARPA, the Army, and the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, supporting transformative projects in structural alloy design. She leads the Taheri-Mousavi Group, which operates within CMU’s Materials Characterization Facility and the NextManufacturing Center. The group focuses on developing novel AI-integrated computational frameworks to guide efficient and intelligent experimentation in alloy development.