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Xihong ZhangView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Construction Materials
• Blast and Impact Protection
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Dr. Xihong Zhang is an Associate Professor at Curtin University's School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, affiliated with the Centre for Infrastructural Monitoring & Protection. He holds a BEng (Civil Engineering) from the University of Western Australia (2010) and a PhD (Structural Engineering) from the same institution (2015). His research focuses on advanced materials, structural protection against hazards (blast, impact, earthquake), and dynamic material modeling. He leads multiple ARC projects, including DECRA grants, and has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles. Awards include the Curtin Early Career Researcher of the Year (2020) and the Young Researcher Award from the International Association of Protective Structures (2015). His work spans blast-resistant materials, interlocking brick systems, and hydrogen explosion mitigation. He supervises PhD/Master’s students and teaches courses like Reinforced Concrete Design. He holds editorial roles in journals such as Frontiers in Built Environment and is a member of Engineers Australia and the International Association of Protective Structures. Education : BEng (Civil Engineering, UWA, 2010); PhD (Structural Engineering, UWA, 2015) Research Grants : ARC DECRA (2021–2023), ARC Discovery Project (2019–2021), ARC Linkage Projects (2018–2021, 2024–2027). Teaching : STEN3005, STEN4005. His research emphasizes sustainable construction materials and structural resilience, with applications in mining, oil/gas sectors, and disaster prevention. Recent work includes hydrogen explosion prediction, geopolymer concrete performance under impact, and suction anchor behavior in complex soils.

Benny TjahjonoView profile

Professor

• Sustainability
• Supply Chain Management
• Circular Economy
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Prof. Benny Tjahjono is a Professor of Sustainability and Supply Chain Management at Coventry University's Faculty of Business and Law, leading the Sustainable Production and Consumption cluster at the Centre for Business in Society. His research focuses on circular economy principles, sustainable operations, and supply chain resilience, supported by grants from EPSRC, ESRC, EU, and industry partners. He has led over 14 research projects, including a €4M Horizon2020-funded initiative on circular economy business models. With 16 PhD completions and supervision of 100+ MSc students, he emphasizes early-career researcher development. His work spans agent-based simulation, life-cycle assessment, and strategic sourcing, addressing global challenges like EV battery supply chains and plastic pollution. Key research areas include blockchain-AI integration for supply chain transparency, reverse logistics design, and reinforcement learning in adaptive decision-making. He has published over 120 papers, co-edits international journals, and advises on policy and industry practices. Awards include Best Paper (IEEE TEMS 2024) and Research Excellence (2019). His collaborations span Brazil, Canada, Poland, and Indonesia, addressing global sustainability goals (SDGs 9, 12, 13).

Keith SkowronskiView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Supply Chain Management
• Manufacturing Outsourcing
• Reshoring Strategies
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Keith Skowronski is an Associate Professor of Management Science at the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. from The Ohio State University, and an M.S. from the University of Akron. Prior to academia, he spent over a decade in manufacturing roles focused on engineering and quality management, contributing to two patents. His research focuses on global supply chain complexities, offshore manufacturing costs, reshoring strategies, and sustainable supply chain practices. Key areas include supply chain governance, operational risk management, and environmental sustainability. His work has been published in top journals like Journal of Operations Management and Journal of Supply Chain Management . Research trends emphasize the interplay between buyer-supplier dynamics, cultural influences in outsourcing, and innovation within supply networks. Notable themes include reshoring economics for SMEs, environmental signaling theory, and IP protection mechanisms in manufacturing. Skowronski’s industry experience informs his academic work, blending practical insights with theoretical frameworks. His articles address both strategic sourcing decisions and operational execution challenges in global manufacturing contexts. Active research also explores mergers & acquisitions impacts on supply chains and the role of asset ownership in performance incentives. He maintains a vibrant research program with publications spanning over a decade, demonstrating sustained engagement with critical issues in supply chain management and operations strategy. His innovative work has contributed to both academic discourse and industry practices in managing complex global operations.

Paul ScholzView profile

Assistant Professor

• Astrophysical Transients
• Fast Radio Bursts
• Pulsars
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Paul Scholz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at York University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. He is eligible to supervise students in the Physics and Astronomy Graduate Program. His research focuses on observational studies of astrophysical transients, particularly fast radio bursts (FRBs), pulsars, magnetars, and neutron stars using the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME). He investigates FRB origins, their extreme environments, and their potential as probes of cosmic structure. Scholz's work emphasizes high-energy astrophysics and utilizes advanced radio telescopes and data analysis techniques. His research interests include analyzing FRB polarization properties, morphological characteristics, and their host galaxy environments. He collaborates on projects involving CHIME/FRB outriggers, real-time event alert systems, and multiwavelength studies. Scholz's contributions span instrumental design (e.g., CHIME/FRB out riggers) and statistical methods for classifying rare astrophysical events. Key research trends in his publications involve FRB localization, repeating FRB behavior, and connections to neutron star magnetism. His work also explores FRBs' utility in probing intergalactic media and dark matter. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive CHIME/FRB collaboration highlights his active role in advancing radio astronomy. Though no advising details or grants are explicitly stated, his eligibility to supervise and prolific publication record suggest active student mentorship and research funding. His involvement with CHIME reflects participation in large-scale astrophysical projects. Labs or teams are not explicitly mentioned, but his affiliation with CHIME/FRB indicates collaboration within this major observational facility.

• Seismic Wave Propagation
• Homogenization
• Seismic Noise Correlations
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Paul Cupillard is an Associate Professor at the University of Lorraine's GeoRessources laboratory. His research focuses on computational geophysics, particularly seismic wave propagation, homogenization techniques, and inverse problems in complex geological media. Research Focus: Dr. Cupillard develops advanced numerical methods to simulate seismic phenomena and interpret geophysical data. His work bridges theoretical seismology with practical applications in subsurface characterization and hazard assessment, employing techniques like homogenization, time-reversal, and transdimensional inversion. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2022-2024) demonstrate consistent innovation in wave simulation methodologies, with applications ranging from basin seismicity studies to archaeological geophysics. Key advancements include adaptive mesh techniques, uncertainty quantification in inversion, and integrated geological-geophysical workflows. No awards, students, or grant information is documented. He collaborates with the RING research consortium on geophysical computational challenges.

Massimiliano RenziView profile

Professor

• Energy Conversion Technologies
• Hydraulic Machines and Hydropower
• Thermal Management Systems
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Massimiliano Renzi is a Full Professor in Fluid Machines and Energy Systems at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, leading the Bachelor in Industrial Mechanical Engineering and coordinating the Energy Resources and Energy Efficiency (ERE2) research macroarea. He holds a Master’s and PhD from the Polytechnic University of Marche. His research focuses on energy conversion, hydropower systems, thermal management in electric vehicles, and sustainable biofuel combustion. He directs multiple peer-reviewed research projects and manages the Fluid Machines research group. Education: Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering (magna cum laude), Polytechnic University of Marche PhD in Energy, Polytechnic University of Marche Research Interests: Green energy systems and storage Small hydropower exploitation Thermal management for EVs Hydrogen and ammonia combustion Optimization of smart energy grids Grants & Projects: Manages competitive research grants and leads initiatives like the endowed professorship in Economic, Ecological, and Social Sustainability. Collaborates with Alperia on green hydrogen research and HULK electric forestry crane development. Labs & Teams: Oversees the Fluid Machines research group and contributes to the Faculty of Engineering’s innovation ecosystem at NOI Techpark.

Claus Leth BakView profile

Professor

• Power Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Grid Stability
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Claus Leth Bak is a Professor at Aalborg University’s Faculty of Engineering and Science, affiliated with the Electric Power Systems and Microgrids department. His research focuses on high-voltage engineering, renewable energy integration, grid stability, and power system protection. He leads major projects like the development of stability screening methodologies for 100% inverter-based grids and HVDC interconnections in South-East Asia. Bak has received accolades including the CIGRE Distinguished Member award and IEEE Best Paper recognitions. His work spans advanced insulation systems analysis, fault protection in HVDC grids, and drone-electrical infrastructure interactions. Projects include AI-driven energy management systems for renewable microgrids and cybersecurity assessments of grid infrastructure. Bak actively participates in international conferences (e.g., CIGRE Symposia) and collaborates with institutions globally. His media engagements address critical energy security issues like sabotage risks in power systems and grid resilience strategies.

Dorit HammerlingView profile

Associate Professor

• Spatial statistics for large data
• Environmental statistics
• Computational statistics
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Dorit Hammerling is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at the Colorado School of Mines. She holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan, along with an MA in Statistics and an MS in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University. Her research focuses on spatial statistics, environmental and computational statistics, and applications in climate science, remote sensing, and oil and gas emissions monitoring. She currently leads projects on methane monitoring technologies and climate model consistency testing. Hammerling's research interests include developing statistical methods for large spatial datasets, analyzing climate model outputs, and optimizing sensor placement for emissions detection. Her work bridges environmental engineering, data science, and computational methods, with applications to energy systems and atmospheric processes. Her recent articles emphasize advancements in methane emission localization using physics-informed neural networks, ensemble consistency testing for climate models, and benchmarking climate data compression techniques. These studies highlight her interdisciplinary approach to solving complex environmental and computational challenges. Hammerling teaches graduate-level courses such as Math 560 (Statistical Learning Methods) and Math 482/582 (Statistics Practicum), integrating practical data analysis with theoretical foundations. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address real-world issues in energy and environmental systems, emphasizing reproducibility and computational efficiency in scientific workflows.

Robert W. SmithView profile

Professor

• public budgeting
• public finance
• ethics in government

Robert W. Smith serves as Professor and Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Administration at the University of Illinois Springfield, providing academic leadership, budgetary oversight, and strategic direction for the college. His research centers on public budgeting, public finance, and ethics in government, where he is widely published. He aims to establish the college as Illinois' premier public affairs program, expand research impact in public service, and enhance citizen engagement through democratic participation. Prior academic leadership includes deanships at Savannah State University (GA) and departmental roles at Kennesaw State University (GA) and Clemson University. His pre-academic career featured senior budget oversight for New York State, staff work for US Senator/UN Ambassador Daniel Patrick Moynihan, and executive positions in local government, nonprofits, and private sector management. No verifiable information exists regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory facilities, or scientific awards in the source material.

• Acting
• Theatre Education
• Stage Directing
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Maggie Hart-Ray is a part-time Professor of Acting at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), located in Savannah, GA. She holds an M.F.A. in Performing Arts from SCAD. Her professional experience spans over a decade in theatre, including roles as a director, instructor, and performer. Education: M.F.A., Performing Arts, Savannah College of Art and Design Research & Professional Focus: Hart-Ray specializes in acting techniques, theatre education, and the integration of performance arts in academic and professional settings. She has extensive experience in directing, costume design, lighting, and set design for educational and community theatre productions. Directorial Highlights: Co-Director of Newsies, Jr. and Guys and Dolls, Jr. (Savannah Children's Theatre, 2022) Director of Les Miserables and Moana, Jr. (2020–2023) Awards & Recognition: Consistently voted 'Best Local Actress' in Savannah from 2014–2016 Recipient of SCAD Ovation and Kevin Klein Awards Recognized for contributions to the theatre community by Savannah's Actors Night Out Additional Roles: Hart-Ray has served as a talent sourcing specialist at SCAD, a private acting coach, and a co-founder of the Isidore Newman Summer Conservatory. She has also performed with groups like the St. Louis Repertory Company and Historic Savannah Theatre. Labs/Ensembles: Member and performer of The Collective Face Theatre Ensemble since 2018, and chair of Bootlegger Boogie Productions.

Kathryn MolerView profile

Professor

• Superconductivity
• Quantum Materials
• Mesoscopic Physics
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Kathryn Moler serves as Vice President of SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and holds the Marvin Chodorow Professorship while being a Professor of Applied Physics, Physics, and Energy Science & Engineering at Stanford University. She has extensive administrative experience including serving as Vice Provost and Dean of Research (2018-2023), Transition Dean of the Doerr School of Sustainability (2022), and Senior Associate Dean for Natural Sciences in the Humanities and Sciences Deans Office (2016-2018). Professor Moler's research focuses on superconductivity, quantum materials, and mesoscopic physics, with particular expertise in magnetic imaging techniques. Her laboratory develops advanced tools for measuring magnetic properties of quantum materials at micron length-scales. She specializes in scanning SQUID (Superconducting Quantum Interference Device) susceptometry, which enables imaging of local magnetic fields and susceptibilities with sub-micron spatial resolution. Her work spans fundamental materials physics, exotic Josephson effects, and superconducting device characterization. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on unconventional superconductors including UTe 2 , URu 2 Si 2 , and iron-based superconductors. Her work frequently examines vortex dynamics, superfluid density, and magnetic properties at the nanoscale. A significant portion of her research investigates fractional vortices and non-universal flux quantization in multiband superconductors, which could have implications for fluxonics-based computing. Sapp Family University Fellow in Undergraduate Education, Stanford University (2014-) Richtmyer Award for "Outstanding Leadership in Physics Education", American Association of Physics Teachers (2011) APS Fellow, American Physical Society (2008-) Packard Fellow, Packard Foundation (2001-2006) Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2000) CAREER Award, National Science Foundation (1999-2003) Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow (1999-2001) Professor Moler actively mentors graduate students and postdocs, currently serving as Doctoral Dissertation Reader for Praveen Sriram, Postdoctoral Faculty Sponsor for Nabhanila Nandi, and Doctoral Dissertation Co-Advisor for Alexander Kiral. She leads the Moler Group, a mesoscopic magnetic imaging laboratory that develops new measurement techniques for quantum materials. Her lab maintains the Stanford Nano Shared Facilities and was previously the Center for Probing the Nanoscale, an NSF Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center. The group also develops open-source software tools like SuperScreen for simulating magnetic responses in superconducting devices.

Berna HascakirView profile

Professor

• Enhanced Oil Recovery
• Flow Assurance
• Oil Field Water Management
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Dr. Berna Hascakir is a Professor in the Harold Vance Department of Petroleum Engineering at Texas A&M University's College of Engineering. She holds the Flotek Industries, Inc. Career Development Professorship and has secured over $3 million in research funding. Her expertise includes enhanced oil recovery and flow assurance, with extensive publication record. Education: PhD in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering (Middle East Technical University, 2008), MS in Environmental Technology (Dokuz Eylul University), BS in Environmental Engineering (Dokuz Eylul University). Research Interests: Focuses on thermal EOR methods including in-situ combustion and steam-assisted gravity drainage. Additional work in reservoir fluid characterization and produced water management. Diagnostic methods include advanced spectroscopy and microscopy techniques. Publication Trends: Articles demonstrate strong focus on experimental and computational methods for reservoir engineering, with recent work expanding into machine learning applications for tool condition monitoring and structural analysis. Awards: Distinguished Member, Society of Petroleum Engineers (2018) ADVANCE Administrative Fellow (2021-2022) Innovative Teaching Award, SPE (2015)

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Sensor Systems
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Francisco Javier Acevedo Rodríguez is an Associate Professor at the University of Alcalá's Department of Signal and Communications Theory. Specializing in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Sensor Systems , his research focuses on bioanalysis, multisensory integration, assistive technologies, and embedded AI systems . He leads the BAB_Group (Bioanalysis and Biosensors Group) and GRAM (Multisensorial Recognition and Analysis Group). He holds a PhD in Signal Processing from the University of Alcalá (2009), with a thesis on signal processing techniques for gas/liquid sensor systems. His work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical robotics applications, emphasizing real-world deployments in healthcare and navigation domains. Key technical contributions include semantic navigation systems, action recognition algorithms, and low-cost assistive robots for neurodevelopmental disorder patients. His research has addressed challenges in indoor localization, fall detection, and real-time video processing using ROS and AI-driven perception frameworks. He has published extensively in robotics, computer vision, and sensor systems since 2000. Notable work includes the SEMNAV navigation framework (2025) and a validated assistive robotics platform for daily living support (2021-2022).

• Heat Transfer
• Gas Radiation
• Radiative Transfer Modeling
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Vladimir Soloviev is an Adjunct Professor of Mathematics at Utah Valley University and an Adjunct Faculty member in Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he has served as a Visiting Professor of Mechanical Engineering since 1999. His academic work spans both applied mathematics and thermal sciences, with a strong focus on modeling and analysis in heat transfer and radiation. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (1999) and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (1995) from Brigham Young University, and an earlier M.S. in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics from Novosibirsk State University, Russia (1977). His research centers on heat transfer, gas radiation, and applied mathematics, particularly the development and application of spectral methods such as SLW (Spectral Line-Based Weighted-Sum-of-Gray-Gases) and CW (Cumulative Wavenumber) for modeling radiative transfer in non-isothermal, non-homogeneous gaseous media. His work has significant applications in combustion systems, industrial furnaces, and solar energy systems. He has published extensively in high-impact journals including the ASME Journal of Heat Transfer and the Journal of Quantitative Spectroscopy and Radiative Transfer . The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on advanced modeling techniques for radiative heat transfer, with particular attention to gas mixtures with soot, high-temperature environments, and industrial applications such as aluminum recycling. The articles demonstrate a strong integration of applied mathematics with engineering physics, often employing analytical methods like Green’s functions and inverse modeling. Key trends include the refinement of global spectral methods, sensitivity analysis, and the extension of models to complex, real-world conditions. Although no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his sustained publication record and collaborative work with prominent researchers like Brent W. Webb indicate recognition within the thermal sciences community. Vladimir Soloviev has advised graduate students through advanced engineering mathematics courses and co-authored lecture notes for graduate-level instruction. His teaching portfolio includes a wide range of mathematics and mechanical engineering courses such as Calculus, Linear Algebra, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Thermodynamics, and Heat Transfer at both undergraduate and graduate levels. While no specific grants are mentioned, his research output suggests involvement in funded projects, particularly during his time at BYU’s Advanced Combustion Engineering Research Center. His early career as a Scientific Researcher at the Kutateladze Institute of Thermophysics in Russia laid the foundation for his expertise in radiative transfer and thermal modeling. He has contributed to the development of educational materials, including the multi-volume Advanced Applied Engineering Mathematics , used for graduate instruction. His ongoing teaching and research activities indicate active engagement in both academic and applied domains.

• Power Market Analysis
• Hydropower Scheduling
• Power System Balancing
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Hossein Farahmand is a Professor at the Department of Electric Energy , NTNU , leading the Electricity Markets and Energy Systems Planning (EMESP) research group. He serves as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Energy Markets, Policy and Regulation and contributes to international initiatives like IEA Wind Task 25 and ISGAN Annex 9 . Education: Dr.ing. (PhD) in Electric Power Engineering (2012) from NTNU. Research Areas: Power Market Analysis & Hydropower Scheduling Power System Balancing under Renewable Integration Local Flexibility Markets & Smart Grid Operations Recent Work includes projects like IntHydro (ML-based hydropower tools), HONOR (cross-sectoral flexibility markets), and Ocean Grid (offshore wind & hydrogen). His 15 most recent publications span topics such as offshore wind integration, P2P energy trading, hydrogen modeling, and flexibility market design. Scientific Recognition: IEEE Senior Member ISGAN Annex 9 Expert (2021) Active in IEA Wind Task 25 Advising includes 11 current/former PhD candidates and 3 postdoctoral researchers . Grants involve collaborations with Hohai University , SINTEF Energi , and EU Horizon 2020 projects.