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Orhan YapiciView profile

Assistant Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Steel Structures
• Stainless Steel Connections
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Orhan Yapici is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University within the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, and is affiliated with the Institute for Infrastructure & Environment. He earned his PhD in 2021 from the University of Birmingham and joined Heriot-Watt University the same year. His academic journey began with a BSc and MSc in Civil and Structural Engineering from Istanbul Technical University. PhD in Structural Engineering – University of Birmingham (2021) MSc in Structural Engineering and Steel Design – Istanbul Technical University (2016, with high honours) BSc in Civil Engineering – Istanbul Technical University (2013) Dr. Yapici's research focuses on the structural behavior and design of steel and stainless steel structures, with a strong emphasis on sustainable metals. His work integrates advanced finite element analysis, large-scale experimental testing, and nonlinear modeling of bolted connections, particularly T-stubs and high-strength bolts. His expertise spans both numerical simulation and physical experimentation, contributing to safer and more efficient structural designs. The trend in his recent publications reveals a deep specialization in the mechanical performance of stainless steel connections, especially under tensile and large deformation conditions. His work combines experimental validation with sophisticated finite element models, targeting improvements in current design codes and material utilization in construction. Dr. Yapici actively contributes to the scholarly community through peer-review services for leading journals such as Engineering Structures , Journal of Building Engineering , and Frontiers in Built Environment . He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. There is no information about student advising or external grants. His research is conducted within the structural engineering research group at Heriot-Watt University, focusing on infrastructure resilience and sustainable construction materials. No dedicated lab or team is mentioned, but his collaboration with researchers like Afshan, Theofanous, and Dirar indicates active research networking.

• Structural Mechanics
• Fracture Mechanics of Concrete
• High-Performance Eco-Friendly Concrete
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Giuseppe Andrea Ferro is a Full Professor at the Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG) at Politecnico di Torino, where he also serves as Vice-Rector for Student Recruitment and Job Placement. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center SISCON - Safety of Infrastructures and Constructions, and leads a research group focused on structural mechanics, fracture behavior, and sustainable construction materials. His academic leadership extends to supervising PhD programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Biomedical Engineering, and serving on multiple doctoral school committees. Education: Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Politecnico di Torino (1994) Master's in Civil Engineering, University of Catania (1988) His research spans structural mechanics , fracture mechanics of concrete , seismic risk , and high-performance eco-friendly materials , with a focus on 3D printing, exoskeletons, and satellite-based monitoring. Recent publications highlight innovations in foamed concrete , fiber-reinforced composites , and performance-based structural optimization . His work integrates experimental, numerical, and sustainability-driven approaches to address modern infrastructure challenges. The trend in his recent publications demonstrates a strong shift toward sustainable construction , digital fabrication , and resilience-based design . Key themes include the use of recycled and bio-based materials, advanced monitoring via satellite data, and computational optimization of structural systems. His research bridges theoretical mechanics with practical applications in seismic zones and infrastructure rehabilitation. Scientific Awards and Honors: Fellow, European Structural Integrity Society (ESIS), 2010–present President, ESIS, 2002–2010 Secretary, ESIS, 2002–present Fellow, Italian Fracture Group, 2005–2011 Treasurer, Italian Fracture Group (IGF), 1998–2005 President, Italian Group of Fracture, 2004–present Ferro has advised numerous PhD students in earthquake engineering , structural monitoring , and sustainable materials . He leads multiple EU and nationally funded projects, including DiPreTreat, FORSEES, 3DP_Future, and RECODE, with total funding spanning competitive grants and industrial collaborations. His editorial roles include serving on the boards of Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics , Procedia Structural Integrity , and guest editing for Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures . He is actively involved in structural consultancy for public and private entities, including seismic assessments for hospitals, bridges, and public housing. His lab and research team focus on material testing , structural simulation , and innovative construction technologies , contributing to national safety standards and infrastructure resilience.

• Building Energy Performance Modeling
• Urban Energy Modeling (UBEM)
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
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Ilaria Ballarini is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy (DENERG) at Politecnico di Torino, where she conducts research and teaches in the fields of building energy performance modeling, urban energy systems, and climate resilience. She is a member of the TEBE Research Group and actively involved in major research initiatives such as the CRiStAll project under the PNRR Mission 4. Her academic affiliations span multiple colleges, including the College of Architecture and Design, College of Civil and Building Engineering, and College of Electrical and Energy Engineering, reflecting her interdisciplinary impact. Her research focuses on energy, economic, and environmental optimization of building systems, with emphasis on urban energy modeling, building retrofit strategies, and the development of energy performance certification frameworks. She explores topics such as vertical greenery systems, urban heat island effects, and cost-optimal renovation pathways, often integrating dynamic simulation and data-driven methodologies. Her work supports sustainable urban development and aligns with SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. The trends in her recent publications highlight a strong focus on urban-scale energy modeling, climate resilience, and policy-relevant tools for building decarbonization. Her articles frequently appear in high-impact journals and conferences such as Building and Environment , Energies , and IBPSA conferences, covering subfields like building archetypes, EPC innovation, HVAC efficiency, and EU sustainability regulations. She supervises several PhD students, including Matteo Piro, Franz Giorgio Maria Bianco Mauthe Degerfeld, and Elisa Primo, and leads research projects funded by competitive grants and commercial contracts. Her teaching portfolio is extensive, covering courses on energy audit, building performance design, and sustainable architecture across engineering and architecture programs. She is a key contributor to initiatives like the TIMEPAC project, which develops guidelines for building stock archetypes using EPC data, and has led commercial research on profitability tools for energy retrofits. Her work bridges academic research, industry applications, and public policy, making her a central figure in Italy’s sustainable building research landscape.

• Nanomaterials Design
• Bio-inspired Smart Materials and Interfaces
• Sustainable Energy and Technology
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Professor Ziqi Sun is a leading academic in the Faculty of Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where he serves in the School of Chemistry & Physics. He holds the position of Professor and is also an ARC Mid-Career Industry Fellow, reflecting his significant contributions to materials science and sustainable energy research. His work is supported by major competitive grants including ARC Discovery and Future Fellowships. Education: PhD in Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China (2009) BEng in Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, China (2003) Professor Sun's research focuses on nanomaterials design , bio-inspired smart materials , sustainable energy technologies , and functional ceramics . His work spans the synthesis and self-assembly of metal oxide nanostructures, wettability of complex surfaces, and energy storage systems. He has pioneered advances in 2D heterostructures, bioinspired interfaces, and multifunctional coatings, with applications in photovoltaics, batteries, and electrocatalysis. His recent publications highlight a strong trend toward bioinspired design , 2D materials for energy , and advanced electrochemical systems , particularly in aqueous batteries and water splitting technologies. These works reflect interdisciplinary innovation in materials science, chemistry, and engineering for sustainability. Scientific Awards and Honors: TMS FMD Young Leaders Professional Development Award (2015) ARC DECRA Fellow (2015) ARC Future Fellow (2018) UOW Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellowship (2013) Alexander von Humboldt and NIMS Postdoctoral Fellowships Editor-in-Chief of Sustainable Materials and Technologies (Elsevier) Principal Editor of Journal of Materials Research (MRS) Chair of the Energy Committee, The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) Professor Sun has secured multiple ARC-funded research projects, including DP200103568 on 2D heterostructures and FT180100387 on bioinspired nanomaterials. He actively supervises research and collaborates internationally. His editorial leadership in high-impact journals underscores his influence in the global materials research community. He leads and participates in numerous international symposia and conferences, including TMS, MS&T, and ICACC, focusing on energy materials, carbon dioxide utilization, and responsive materials. His research group develops next-generation materials for sustainable applications, emphasizing scalability, performance, and environmental impact.

Claudio Alanis RuizView profile

Researcher

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Air Curtains
• Indoor Environment
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Claudio Alanis Ruiz is a Researcher at the Building Physics department within Eindhoven University of Technology. His academic profile includes an MSc in Sustainable Energy Technology (2016) and an EngD in progress. He actively contributes to environmental engineering and building simulation research. Education: MSc in Sustainable Energy Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology (2014–2016) Research Focus: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for indoor airflow Air curtain efficiency in building climate control UV germicidal irradiation systems Wind energy integration in high-rise structures Projects: Lead project member for CLAIRE LSHM22032 - Clean Air For Everyone (2022–2026) Scientific Output: 15+ peer-reviewed publications (2016–2025) 40+ Scopus citations

• Civil Engineering
• Construction Materials
• Concrete Technology
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Waldemar Łasica is an active researcher at the Military University of Technology in Warsaw, Poland, working within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy . His scholarly output includes 18 peer-reviewed publications and one patent, with an h-index of 9 and substantial citation-based metrics (Total IF 33.902, CiteScore 50.5). Research focus Cement–glass eco-composites Valorisation of industrial and agricultural waste (glass, steel, polymer, biomass fibres) Mechanical and thermal property enhancement of construction materials Sustainable concrete technology and circular-economy approaches Across the 2021–2025 publication window, his studies systematically investigate how recycled glass, metal swarf, polymer dusts and natural fibres can substitute conventional constituents in mortars and concretes, yielding improved strength, insulation and environmental performance. The research trajectory demonstrates progression from fundamental material characterisation (2018–2020) to advanced composite design incorporating 3-D printed polymeric scaffolds and multi-scale hybrid reinforcement. Scientific awards & grants No specific awards or funded-grant details are disclosed in the supplied profile. PhD & master’s supervision No advisee names or supervision records are provided in the available text. Laboratories & teams His affiliation with the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy implies access to materials-testing, concrete-technology and geodetic laboratories, though explicit laboratory names are not given.

Jennifer Helen StansbyView profile

Academic

• Advanced nuclear fuels
• Uranium science
• Nuclear fuel cycle
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Dr. Jennifer Helen Stansby is an Associate Lecturer in the Nuclear Engineering team at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), within the College of Engineering. She is based in the Ainsworth Building (J17), level 4, room 402A, and teaches ENGG9743: Nuclear Fuel Cycle while serving as program coordinator for the Nuclear Engineering Undergraduate Minor (ENGGF2). Dr. Stansby completed her PhD on energy storage materials at UNSW and the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), before joining the UNSW Nuclear Engineering team first as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and now as an Associate Lecturer. Her research focuses on developing next-generation nuclear fuel technologies through an interdisciplinary approach that combines chemistry, materials science, and engineering. Key research interests include advanced nuclear fuels, uranium science, nuclear fuel cycle, solid-state and materials chemistry, and in situ characterization techniques such as X-ray and neutron diffraction. Her work specifically targets understanding nuclear fuel degradation processes, developing better nuclear fuel materials, and accelerating nuclear fuel qualification times. Dr. Stansby's interdisciplinary methodology integrates atomic-scale crystal structure understanding from chemistry, structure-property relationships from materials science, and advanced characterization techniques from engineering. Dr. Stansby's publication record demonstrates expertise spanning nuclear materials and energy storage. Her recent work shows a clear trajectory from fundamental materials science toward practical nuclear fuel applications, with an increasing focus on uranium-based materials and nuclear fuel performance. She employs advanced characterization techniques including neutron diffraction and transmission electron microscopy to investigate crystal structures and material properties under extreme conditions. Dr. Stansby is actively involved in education and is passionate about closing the gender gap in STEM fields. She teaches nuclear engineering courses and coordinates undergraduate programs while conducting research that bridges fundamental science with real-world nuclear energy applications. Her collaborative research approach involves working with diverse colleagues across the globe to develop materials that will extend fuel cycle length in nuclear reactors, improving the prospects of nuclear power.

• Interaction between humans and the built environment
• Sustainable building
• Open architecture
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Christian Lars Schuchert is a Lecturer at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, School of Engineering and Architecture. He serves as Deputy Head of the Competence Center Typology & Planning in Architecture (CCTP) since 2018 and has been Assistant Lecturer at the Interior Architecture Bachelor's Program since 2015. Education: M.A. International Master of Interior Architectural Design (2008-2010), University of Applied Sciences Stuttgart (D) and Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera Italiana Lugano (CH) Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Architecture (2003-2008), University of Applied Sciences Stuttgart (D) CAS Building Cost Planning (2021), Universit of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland BIM-Manager (2017), Schule für Gestaltung Zürich His research focuses on the interaction between humans and the built environment, emphasizing sustainable transformation of buildings, open architecture, spatial atmospheres, and unconventional urban spaces through Guerrilla Urbanism. His work explores flexible architectural systems, public interiors, and low-tech construction approaches. Key publication trends include: Urban resilience strategies Adaptive reuse of buildings Guerrilla urbanism practices Low-tech housing solutions Public space activation Hybrid urban typologies Scientific recognitions: Prize of the Knödler-Decker Foundation (2010) Outstanding Master's thesis award (2010) Active in multiple research projects including the Creative Living Lab (CreaLab), Neubad case study, and international collaborations. His work bridges architectural practice with academic research through experimental projects like the 4th CreaLab SummerSchool.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Surgical Training
• Virtual Reality in Medicine
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Carmen Guzman-Garcia is a fixed-term researcher in the Department of Engineering and Architecture at the University of Parma, where she contributes to interdisciplinary programs bridging engineering, veterinary medicine, and medical education. She teaches courses in Artificial Intelligence for materials science and Informatics within graduate-level programs, including the Second Cycle Degree in Functional and Sustainable Materials and the Full Cycle (5 years) Veterinary Medicine program. Her research focuses on the development and evaluation of innovative technologies for clinical and surgical training. Key areas include virtual reality simulations, psychomotor skill assessment, stress monitoring in educational environments, and e-learning platforms for minimally invasive surgery. She employs methodologies from biomedical engineering, cognitive psychology, and human-computer interaction to enhance medical education outcomes. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in using immersive technologies for objective clinical assessment, particularly in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and surgical skill acquisition. Her work integrates technical metrics with behavioral and cognitive data to build comprehensive models of performance and learning in high-stakes medical environments. While no scientific awards are currently listed, her collaborative research involves prominent institutions and researchers in surgical simulation and medical informatics. She advises no publicly listed students, but her role in curriculum design and technology-driven pedagogy suggests significant mentorship and educational leadership. There is no mention of external grants in the provided text. Her work is closely aligned with applied research in medical simulation labs, though no specific lab or team name is provided.

Christopher H. HendonView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Theory
• Edible Chemical Physics
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Christopher H. Hendon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Oregon, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. His research group, HMS Oregon, is based in the Lewis Integrative Sciences Building and operates at the intersection of computational chemistry, materials science, and food physics. B.Sc. (Adv. Hons.), Monash University (2011) Ph.D., University of Bath (2015) Postdoctoral Research, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2017) Dr. Hendon’s research spans Materials Theory and Edible Chemical Physics . He employs quantum chemical simulations to study charge conduction, defect formation, and chemical kinetics in hybrid organic-inorganic materials, particularly metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). His group investigates redox-active MOFs, amorphization, and electronic band alignments for applications in catalysis and energy conversion. A hallmark of his work is the parallel focus on coffee science , where his lab uses laser diffraction, electrochemistry, and modeling to understand extraction kinetics, grinder fracture mechanics, and flavor thermodynamics. The publication trends reveal a strong interdisciplinary focus, blending computational chemistry with real-world applications in food and beverage science. His recent works emphasize reproducibility in brewing, particle size effects, AI in coffee, and sustainable practices, reflecting a unique integration of high-performance computation with everyday phenomena. Dr. Hendon has no listed scientific awards in the provided texts, but his influence is evident through collaborations with World Barista Champions and industry professionals. He advises a diverse team of graduate and undergraduate researchers and is actively involved in mentoring. His group collaborates widely with experimentalists in the U.S. and internationally, including through the COHOP collaboration. While no specific grants are listed, his sustained research output and lab operations suggest active funding. The group welcomes undergraduate researchers and graduate students through the UO Chemistry Department. The lab is developing into a multidisciplinary coffee research hub, aiming to integrate chemistry, physics, biology, psychology, and mathematics. This vision is supported by an extensive coffee literature repository and ongoing projects on extraction modeling, sensory science, and material sustainability.

• Visual Analytics
• Big Data
• Software Engineering
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Adriano Lopes is an Invited Assistant Professor at Iscte - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa, affiliated with the Department of Information Science and Technology within the School of Technologies and Architecture. He is also an Associate Researcher at ISTAR-IUL, the university's research center in Information Sciences, Technologies, and Architecture. His academic work spans software systems engineering, visual analytics, and big data technologies. PhD in Computer Science – University of Leeds, UK (1999) Master’s in Computer Science – University of Coimbra (1993) Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (Computer Science branch) – University of Coimbra (1986) Postgraduate studies in Financial Analysis – Technical University of Lisbon, ISEG (2013) Adriano Lopes’ research focuses on visual analytics, big data, software engineering, and computer graphics, with a strong emphasis on data visualization and its applications in domains such as smart tourism and urban planning. His work integrates human-centric design with advanced computational techniques to support decision-making in complex systems. His recent publications highlight a shift toward applied research in digital transformation for sustainable tourism, particularly through spatiotemporal visualization of tourism crowding and carrying capacity modeling. These works demonstrate a consistent trend in leveraging data-driven platforms for real-world societal challenges, especially in the context of post-pandemic recovery and sustainable development. Adriano has supervised numerous Master’s students at both Iscte and Universidade Nova de Lisboa, with thesis topics covering sentiment analysis, GPU-based rendering, anomaly detection, and tourism flow forecasting. He has participated in EU-funded research projects such as RESETTING, which aims to relaunch sustainable tourism models through digitalization. His academic service includes organizing roles in major visualization conferences like EUROVIS 2006 and the Eurographics UK Conference. He has been actively involved in research labs and teams including ISTAR-IUL and CITI (research center at FCT/UNL), contributing to interdisciplinary projects that bridge computer science with architecture, telecommunications, and tourism. His work reflects a strong commitment to collaborative, applied research with societal impact.

Neal MageeView profile

Associate Professor

• Solution Architecture
• Cloud Computing
• Event-Driven Computing
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Neal Magee is an Associate Professor at the School of Data Science, University of Virginia, where he also serves as Faculty Director of Systems Architecture. He plays a key role in developing data science curricula and teaching systems-focused courses across degree programs. Education: Ph.D. in Religion, Syracuse University Master's in Divinity, Princeton Theological Seminary B.A. in Philosophy and Religion, Flagler College His research focuses on solution architecture, cloud computing, event-driven systems, and cloud-native design patterns . He brings extensive industry experience to academia, having worked over a decade in cloud architecture, DevOps, and systems administration, including leading a zero-downtime migration of a Fortune 1000 client to AWS. His recent publications and projects emphasize the application of containers and APIs in biomedical and genomics research, reflecting a strong trend toward scalable, secure, and collaborative computational platforms in data-intensive domains. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: AWS Certified Solution Architect AWS Certified Developer Member of the AWS Customer Council GitHub Global Campus Teacher Cloud Native Foundation contributor Magee has been instrumental in advancing research computing at UVA, notably as principal architect of the NSF-funded ACCORD platform for collaborative research on sensitive data. He previously served as Director of Solutions and DevOps Services for UVA Research Computing and continues to support faculty and students through tooling, automation, and hands-on development training. He leads initiatives in cloud-native systems and is deeply involved in building scalable, fault-tolerant infrastructures for scientific computing. His work bridges technical architecture with educational outreach, ensuring robust systems empower both research and learning.

Andrzej CzemplikView profile

Researcher

• Construction Technology
• Construction Project Management
• Industrial Concrete Floors
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Andrzej Czemplik is a researcher at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, affiliated with the Department of Building Engineering. He holds a PhD in Engineering and is actively involved in teaching and research, offering student consultations during the 2024/2025 winter semester. His research focuses on construction technology , construction project management , and industrial concrete floors . Key interests include the application of the Earned Value Method for project control, risk management in change orders, and technological aspects of polished and antistatic concrete flooring systems. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on practical project management tools in construction, especially the Earned Value Method for forecasting time and cost overruns, managing variation orders, and monitoring progress. His work bridges theoretical models with real-world construction challenges, particularly in restoration and industrial projects. While no scientific awards are publicly listed, his contributions appear in journals such as Construction Materials , Engineering and Construction , and conference proceedings from IMST and WMCAUS. He has also contributed to practical guides for investors and construction organization. Dr. Czemplik advises students and engages in academic supervision, though specific names of advisees are not disclosed. There is no mention of external grants or funded research projects in the available text. He is associated with no named research labs or teams, but his work aligns with construction engineering practice and policy compliance in Poland.

Muyiwa OyinlolaView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Development
• Innovation for Sustainable Development
• Circular Economy
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Muyiwa Oyinlola is a Professor of Innovation for Sustainable Development and Director of the Institute of Energy & Sustainable Development (IESD) at De Montfort University, within the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development. He is a Chartered Engineer with a strong international research profile focused on sustainable development, circular economy, and energy access in low- and middle-income countries. Education: PhD in Engineering (Heat Transfer in Solar Absorber Plates with Micro-Channels), University of Warwick (2012–2015) MA in Education Practice, De Montfort University MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering, Kingston University, London (2010–2011) B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2002–2008) His research interests include sustainable development, innovation, circular economy, plastic waste management in LMICs, heat transfer, energy in emerging economies, and transdisciplinary approaches to international development. He integrates socio-cultural factors into engineering solutions to ensure long-term sustainability and community acceptance in African contexts. The recent articles reflect a strong trend towards digital transformation in circular plastic economies, sustainable housing using upcycled materials, solar thermal technologies, and socio-technical systems for energy access. His work combines engineering innovation with social science perspectives, particularly in African development contexts. Scientific Awards and Recognition: British Council Researcher Links travel grants (2016–2019) DMU PhD High Flyers Scholarship (2018) Vice-Chancellor’s Future Research Leaders programme (2018) EIT Climate-KIC Pioneers into Practice grant (€8,000, 2013) Muyiwa has supervised over nine PhD students to completion and currently supervises five more. He has secured over £5 million in research funding from prestigious bodies including EPSRC-GCRF, FCDO, Innovate UK, and the Royal Academy of Engineering. His projects, such as Digital_Lyo , Garbage In Value Out (GIVO) , and DITCh Plastic , emphasize innovation, entrepreneurship, and capacity building in Africa and other developing regions. He leads the Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD), a multidisciplinary research group focused on energy, sustainability, and development. His team works on projects spanning sustainable housing, waste-to-resource technologies, mini-grids, and digital platforms for circular economies, often in collaboration with African institutions and communities.

Trinabh GuptaView profile

Associate Professor

• Operating Systems
• Distributed Systems
• Computer Security
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Trinabh Gupta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Microsoft Research Redmond. He holds a PhD from The University of Texas at Austin and a BTech from IIT Delhi. His research focuses on secure systems, privacy-preserving technologies, and applying cryptographic techniques to real-world systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science (UT Austin, 2017); BTech in Computer Science and Engineering (IIT Delhi, 2009). Research Interests: Building systems with strong security and privacy guarantees, including private information retrieval, federated learning, and cryptographic protocols. He emphasizes practical implementations, such as systems for secure media delivery and email privacy. Teaching: Courses include CS170 (Operating Systems), CS178 (Cryptography), and CS293G (Advanced Topics in Computing on Encrypted Data). Courses emphasize hands-on labs and critical analysis of cryptographic systems. Key Contributions: Developed systems like HADES, Coeus, and Addra, which apply theoretical constructs to real-world privacy challenges. His work spans secure distributed systems, federated learning, and oblivious data retrieval.