Prof. Yavuz SUN is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Karabük University, specializing in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. He holds a PhD in Materials from Istanbul Technical University (2005) and has been a faculty member since 2009. His research focuses on tribology, composite materials, alloy development, and metallic materials. SUN has advised over 20 PhD and master’s students, with notable projects including studies on magnesium alloys, wear-resistant composites, and biocompatible materials. His work includes 178 publications, with a focus on metallic materials' mechanical and corrosion properties. Notable projects involve developing new manufacturing techniques like powder metallurgy and functional graded materials. SUN leads the Iron-Steel Institute at Karabük University and has achieved an h-index of 22. His contributions span academic leadership, industry collaboration (e.g., Kardemir Steel), and advanced materials for automotive, biomedical, and energy sectors.
Dr. ir. Martin van Duin is a part-time Professor at the Chemical Engineering & Technology department of the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds concurrent roles as Principle Scientist at ARLANXEO (global synthetic rubber leader) and previously worked at DSM Research (1986–2008). His expertise centers on rubber chemistry, polymer modification, and polymer analysis, with a focus on crosslinking chemistry, reactive extrusion, and thermoplastic vulcanisates. Education: PhD in 'Borate esters: identification, structure, stability and cation coordinating ability' from Delft University of Technology (1987). Academic contributions include ~160 scientific papers and 10 industrial patents. Teaching involvement includes courses on product technology and industrial polymers at the University of Groningen. Research interests emphasize structure-reactivity-performance relationships in polymers, particularly in rubber crosslinking and sustainable polymer systems. Collaborations span universities and research institutes, supervising ~20 PhD projects globally. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in rubber compounding, recycling, and green materials. Key technical outputs include advancements in thermoreversible crosslinking systems and water-swellable elastomers. Current research trends focus on CO2-based polymers and industrial applications of sustainable rubber technologies.
Stylianos Dritsas is an Associate Professor and Associate Head of the Architecture and Sustainable Design Pillar at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). His research focuses on Design Computation and Digital Fabrication, particularly in developing sustainable bio-composite materials and robotic additive manufacturing systems. He previously taught at Harvard Graduate School of Design, EPFL (Lausanne), and the Architectural Association in London, and is a registered architect in Greece and the UK. Education and professional background includes expertise in computational design, architectural engineering, and sustainable manufacturing. His work integrates advanced materials, robotics, and digital tools to address environmental challenges in construction and manufacturing. Research interests span biodegradable composites, large-scale 3D printing, and the application of AI in medical and architectural design. Key contributions include innovations in ear impression-taking via 3D scanning, BIM-enabled regulatory design tools, and the development of fungus-like adhesive materials for sustainable manufacturing. His work emphasizes circular economy principles and bioinspired solutions for urban and industrial applications. Labs/Teams: Active in the Digital Fabrication (DFAB) group at SUTD, focusing on interdisciplinary projects in architecture, robotics, and materials science.
Giovanni Gómez Gras is an Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at IQS School of Engineering, Universitat Ramon Llull. He is actively involved in research, teaching, and academic leadership, serving as Coordinator of the Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology Engineering and leading the Industrial Products Engineering Laboratory (LEPI). He is a core member of the GAM (Group of Applied Mechanics and Advanced Manufacturing), contributing to multidisciplinary research in advanced manufacturing and materials engineering. His research interests include additive manufacturing , materials science , surface engineering , and mechanical performance optimization . He focuses on extrusion-based 3D printing (FFF), post-processing techniques like ball burnishing, and the development of lightweight cellular structures such as gyroids. His work bridges industrial applications with academic innovation, particularly in polymers and metals. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in enhancing mechanical and surface properties of additively manufactured components, fatigue analysis of high-performance polymers like Ultem, and the design of advanced cellular materials. These works appear in journals such as Rapid Prototyping Journal , Materials & Design , and International Journal of Fatigue , demonstrating both experimental and numerical expertise. He has secured research funding from national and regional agencies, including projects like GRIM and GAM, focusing on high-value structural components and advanced manufacturing systems. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his h-index of 20 and over 1,100 citations reflect significant academic impact. Gómez Gras also contributes to graduate education, particularly in the Master’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, where he supports students in research and practical applications. He leads research projects with PhD candidates and collaborates across disciplines, though specific advisees are not named. His laboratory work emphasizes real-world industrial problem-solving, supported by IQS’s advanced facilities and strong industry connections.
Marco Antonio Pérez Martínez is a Full Professor and Head of the GAM (Group of Applied Mechanics and Advanced Manufacturing) at the Department of Industrial Engineering, IQS School of Engineering, Universitat Ramon Llull. He has been a Full Professor since 2025 and was promoted from Associate Professor (2019–2025). He plays a key leadership role as Coordinator of the Master’s in Industrial Engineering and the SEAT-IQS Applied Mechanics Laboratory. His educational background includes a PhD in Structural Analysis Engineering (2012), MEng and BSc in Industrial Engineering – Mechanical (2005), all from UPC – BarcelonaTech, and a Bachelor of Music in Sonology (2009, ESMUC), showcasing his interdisciplinary profile. Dr. Pérez’s research centers on experimental and computational mechanics, with a strong emphasis on advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing (FDM, powder bed fusion), structural health monitoring, damage detection in composites, and sustainable materials development. His work integrates vibration-based testing, finite element modeling, and AI-driven diagnostics. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in additive manufacturing of high-performance metals and polymers, fatigue analysis, post-processing optimization, and AI-enhanced structural diagnostics. His work bridges industrial applications with academic innovation, particularly in mechanical performance and process optimization. Enhancing the Sustainability of Cement Production (ESCP) Development of Sustainable Cements (COSOFE) GRIM: Metallic Gyroid Microstructures via FDM BIOSTONE & BioTop: Marine Biodiversity Regeneration ISAPREF & SPVloT: Forest Fire Prevention via Satellite and LiDAR He leads multiple research grants and industrial collaborations, particularly with Ciments Molins and Agència Estatal de Investigación. He advises PhD and master’s students through industrial doctorates and research projects. His group, GAM, fosters multidisciplinary research in materials, mechanics, and sustainability. Dr. Pérez is also active in technology transfer and innovation, with projects focused on environmental monitoring, sustainable construction, and advanced manufacturing. His work has significant industrial and ecological impact, particularly in circular economy and biodiversity restoration.
Ana Isabel Fernández Abia is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Informatics and Aerospace Engineering at the University of León. She leads research in Manufacturing Process Engineering with affiliation to the TAFI (Advanced Manufacturing Technologies) research group. Her work focuses on additive manufacturing, machining of advanced materials, and sustainable production techniques. Research interests include: Cutting-edge additive manufacturing with defect analysis High-performance machining of stainless steels and hard-to-cut materials Eco-efficient lubrication and machining methods Materials characterization and post-processing optimization Machine learning applications for manufacturing quality control Industrial innovation through hybrid manufacturing technologies Her recent publications demonstrate strong specialization in: Defect detection in aluminum alloy additive manufacturing using YOLO and machine learning Comparative studies of traditional vs. additive manufacturing techniques Mechanical behavior of advanced materials under different processing conditions Environmental impact analysis of metal casting processes Surface engineering for biomedical applications Tooling optimization for sheet metal forming Her research has significant implications for aerospace manufacturing, biomedical devices, and sustainable industrial production.
Dr. Amirreza Kandiri is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Civil Engineering, University College Dublin (UCD), where he conducts advanced research in transportation engineering, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and infrastructure resilience. He earned his PhD at UCD, focusing on AI-driven traffic prediction and optimization under variable speed limits. He also holds an MSc in Construction Management and a BSc in Civil Engineering. Education: PhD, University College Dublin MSc, Islamic Azad University BSc, Buali Sina University His research centers on the application of machine learning and data analytics to solve critical challenges in civil and transportation engineering. He specializes in real-time traffic management, smart mobility, structural materials modeling, and remote sensing for infrastructure monitoring. His work integrates predictive modeling, optimization, and uncertainty analysis to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban systems. The recent publications of Dr. Kandiri reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend combining civil engineering with artificial intelligence. His work spans intelligent traffic control using autonomous agents, deep learning for InSAR data analysis, and machine learning models for predicting concrete properties. These studies highlight a consistent focus on optimization, model accuracy, and real-world applicability across transportation and construction domains. Scientific Awards: 2024 Dean’s Award, UCD STEM Early Career Researchers’ Symposium Recognized for one of the most cited papers in Applied Sciences Dr. Kandiri has been actively involved in academic service, including peer reviewing for journals and serving on the UTSG 2025 organizing committee. He has contributed to teaching at both University College Dublin and Chang’an University in China. While no formal students are listed, his collaborative research involves multiple co-authors across disciplines. He has not received mention of grants, but his research output suggests involvement in funded projects related to smart infrastructure and sustainable materials. His work is closely tied to real-world applications, particularly on the M50 motorway in Dublin, and leverages platforms like Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and ORCID (0000-0001-8683-7984) for dissemination. He is part of a growing collaboration network in transportation and structural engineering research.
Christian Portilla Caicedo is a post-doctoral researcher in Electrical Engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), working within the Smart Process Operations and Control Lab. His research bridges control systems, mathematical modeling, and industrial automation to address challenges in additive manufacturing, heat exchanger networks, and adsorption processes. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to sustainable technologies and efficient resource management. Education: Control Engineer (Colombia) Master's in Industrial Automation PhD in Civil Engineering (Eindhoven University of Technology, with an internship at Delft University of Technology) Portilla's research focuses on integrating multi-disciplinary expertise through real-time monitoring platforms and model-based approaches. His recent projects include dynamic regulation of photosynthesis in the DREAM initiative and optimizing industrial processes via feedback control strategies. His publications emphasize control theory, additive manufacturing, and fouling mitigation. Key Research Areas: Control Systems Additive Manufacturing Transportation Systems Mathematical Modeling Process Control Industrial Automation
Jakub Łuszczek is an Adjunct Professor at the Military University of Technology, specializing in additive manufacturing, materials science, and mechanical engineering. His research focuses on optimizing process parameters for materials like titanium alloys, steel, and polymers in laser-based and extrusion-based additive manufacturing processes. He investigates microstructural properties, mechanical performance, and eco-friendly composite materials for construction applications. Key research interests include laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF), fiber-reinforced composites, and the structural analysis of additively manufactured parts. He has contributed to studies on process parameter optimization, material compatibility, and post-processing techniques for hydraulic components and damaged part regeneration. His work explores sustainability through cement-glass composites with recycled polymers and focuses on enhancing material properties through advanced manufacturing methods. He has published over 25 papers and holds 2 patents, with an h-index of 9 in Scopus and WoS. Notable achievements include comparative analyses between additive manufacturing technologies (e.g., MEX vs. PBF-LB/M), fracture and fatigue studies of polymers, and the application of machine learning for predicting material density in AM processes.
Balestra Gioele is a Full Professor at the Fribourg School of Engineering and Architecture (HES-SO) and Co-Head of the iPrint Institute. His primary affiliations include the BSc HES-SO in Mechanical Engineering, where he teaches CFD simulation and Fluid Mechanics. He leads the ComplexFluidPrint project (since 2019), developing advanced inkjet technologies for complex fluids. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, microfluidics, and rheology, with recent projects addressing micro-manipulation via liquid plugs and composite materials for IoT applications. Research interests include thin film instabilities, droplet dynamics, and industrial applications of inkjet technology. Notable projects include the experimental validation of liquid plug-based micro-manipulation (2020-2022), funded by HEIA-FR, and a collaborative effort on multifunctional composite materials with COMATEC (2019-2021), yielding 250'000 CHF in funding. His work bridges theoretical models, numerical simulations, and experimental validation. Publications span topics like machine learning for inkjet behavior prediction (2023), karst drapery morphogenesis (2021), and instability mechanisms in curved substrates (2018-2020). Current research emphasizes inertial microfluidics, airflow visualization for inkjet systems, and advanced nozzle plate manufacturing (2024). Grants: HES-SO, HEIA-FR, COMATEC Team Collaborations: Over 20 researchers across projects, including Domae Yoshinori, Maturo Jonas, and Gallaire François Labs/Teams: iPrint Institute, ComplexFluidPrint team
Matthieu Vandamme is a Professor and tenured research scientist at École des Ponts ParisTech, specializing in poromechanics and the mechanical behavior of porous materials in civil engineering. His academic roles include lecturer in charge for courses on porous materials and molecular simulations. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT (2008), an M.Eng. from École Polytechnique and École des Ponts ParisTech, and a M.Sc. in Mechanics of Materials. He received the 2016 EMI Leonardo da Vinci Award for his contributions to civil engineering materials. His research focuses on poromechanics, cement-based materials, and geomaterials, particularly the interplay between in-pore processes (adsorption, capillarity) and mechanical behavior. He leads studies on creep properties, drying-induced cracking, and multi-scale modeling of materials like concrete and coal. He serves as Associate Editor for Cement and Concrete Research and has held visiting roles at Cambridge University and Northwestern University. Administrative roles include membership in École des Ponts' board, steering committees for porous solids research, and leadership in the ASCE’s Poromechanics Committee. Vandamme collaborates with industry through the LafargeHolcim Chair and engages in education via courses on construction materials and energy applications. His work bridges microstructural analysis with macroscopic material performance, addressing challenges in sustainable construction and energy storage.
Haisen Zhao is a Professor at Shandong University (SDU), affiliated with the School of Computer Science and Technology and the Interdisciplinary Research Center. His research focuses on geometric processing and digital fabrication, including additive and subtractive manufacturing. He completed his PhD at SDU in 2018 under Baoquan Chen, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Washington (with Adriana Schulz) and IST Austria (with Bernd Bickel). He has authored over 20 top-tier publications in venues like ACM SIGGRAPH/Asia and IEEE TVCG, and holds multiple patents. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2018, SDU), Master’s (2014, SDU), and Bachelor’s (2011, SDU). Key awards include the CCF Doctoral Dissertation Award (2019) and Shandong Natural Science Award (2020). He leads a research group focused on advanced manufacturing techniques, advising PhD and Master’s students in areas like robotics, computer-aided design, and fabrication optimization. Teaching responsibilities include courses on computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and advanced topics for both undergraduates and graduates. His lab actively explores hybrid manufacturing strategies, inverse design methods, and robotic fabrication systems. Recent projects include neural accessibility learning for CNC machining and generative design for microstructure fabrication.
Bartłomiej Wysocki is a Lecturer at the Multidisciplinary Research Center (MRC) of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (UKSW) in Warsaw, Poland. His research focuses on advanced materials science and additive manufacturing technologies, particularly in the context of biomedical applications and metallic materials. He leads projects involving laser-based additive manufacturing (e.g., Selective Laser Melting, Laser Powder Bed Fusion), titanium alloy processing, and material characterization for medical implants. Wysocki’s work emphasizes optimizing material properties through fabrication techniques, including pore distribution in titanium scaffolds, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. He collaborates on interdisciplinary projects combining materials engineering with computational modeling and surface functionalization. His research also addresses challenges in defect detection via AI-driven segmentation and the development of bioactive dental implants. With 27 publications and 1 patent, Wysocki has an h-index of 13 (Scopus/WoS). His lab at UKSW’s MRC engages in cutting-edge studies on metallic glasses, in situ composites, and post-processing methods for additively manufactured parts. Notable contributions include studies on NiTi alloys, graded pore distributions, and corrosion performance evaluation.
Dr. James Garofalo is an Associate Professor of Marine Engineering at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and additional degrees from Columbia University and Adelphi University. His research focuses on composite materials, additive manufacturing, and automation in maritime engineering. Dr. Garofalo has contributed to advancements in thermoplastic composites, in-situ impregnation techniques, and sustainable manufacturing processes. Education: PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University B.S., Physics, Adelphi University Research Interests: Dr. Garofalo’s work spans composite materials, 3D printing, and automated manufacturing systems. His recent projects include developing low-cost biocomposites, optimizing in-situ impregnation for thermoplastic composites, and advancing additive manufacturing applications in the maritime sector. He has also explored child safety mechanisms for consumer products. Publications Overview: His articles highlight innovations in composite material processing, such as rapid curing techniques and specialized tooling (e.g., SETRI). He has contributed to both academic and industrial applications, including battery anode deposition methods and safety engineering advancements. Labs/Teams: While specific lab names are not mentioned, his research involves collaborative efforts in materials testing, additive manufacturing systems, and maritime technology development at USMMA.
Gemma Fargas Ribas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the School of Engineering of Barcelona East (EEBE), part of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC). She leads research in advanced materials fabrication, particularly focusing on additive manufacturing techniques for ceramic and metallic materials. Her work spans multiple research groups including CIEFMA (Centre d'Integritat Estructural, Fiabilitat i Micromecànica dels Materials), CCEM (Centre de Recerca en Ciència i Enginyeria Multiescala de Barcelona), and CER-H2 (Centre de Recerca de l'Hidrogen de la UPC). Her primary research interests encompass Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Additive Manufacturing (particularly Direct Ink Writing), Catalysis, Corrosion Science, Biomaterials, Mechanical Properties of Materials, and Microstructure Characterization. Her work demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, bridging fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy, healthcare, and industrial processes. Recent research has focused on developing novel ceramic structures for hydrogen production, CO2 conversion, and biomedical applications through advanced manufacturing techniques. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on optimizing additive manufacturing processes for ceramic materials, particularly zirconia and alumina-based systems. Her research shows strong trends in developing functional materials for catalytic applications, with increasing emphasis on sustainable energy solutions like hydrogen production and carbon capture. The work also demonstrates growing interest in biomedical applications of 3D printed ceramics, particularly for tissue engineering scaffolds. Dr. Fargas Ribas has been actively involved in educational innovation through projects like RevCEM (Revolució Educativa en Ciència i Enginyeria de Materials), which focuses on active learning methodologies and innovative educational projects in Materials Science and Engineering education. She has successfully secured competitive research funding from various national and European programs to support her work in materials development and characterization. Her research is conducted within multiple collaborative frameworks, including the CIEFMA-PROCOMAME group focused on Microstructural Design and Advanced Manufacturing of Materials, and the IMEM-BRT group working on Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies. These collaborations enable her to address complex materials challenges from multiple perspectives, combining fundamental research with practical applications.
