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Kourosh ShoeleView profile

Associate Professor

• Fluid-structure interaction
• Computational mechanics
• Multiphase fluid dynamics
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Kourosh Shoele is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Florida State University (FSU), part of the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. He previously held roles as an Assistant Research Scientist at Johns Hopkins University and a Post-doctoral Researcher at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on fluid-structure interaction, computational mechanics, and bioinspired engineering, with applications in renewable energy, aerospace, and biological systems. Education: Ph.D. (2011) and M.Sc. (2006) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, San Diego and Sharif University of Technology, respectively, and B.Sc. (2003) from Shiraz University. Research emphasizes multiphase fluid dynamics, aeroelasticity, energy harvesting, and shock wave dynamics. Notable projects include studies on cryogenic fuel storage, bioinspired robotics, and mask efficacy during respiratory disease transmission. His work has been recognized with awards such as the NSF Career Award (2020) and DARPA Young Faculty Award (2019). Advising and Team: Leads the Computational & Theoretical Multiphysics Laboratory (CTML), mentoring graduate students and postdocs across fluid dynamics, thermal management, and robotics. Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects including mask aerodynamics, flexible tree dynamics, and shock-boundary layer interactions. Labs/Teams: CTML Group, with ongoing collaborations in fluid-structure interaction, renewable energy systems, and biomimetic design. Active in publishing high-impact research in journals like Physics of Fluids and Journal of Fluid Mechanics.

Rudie P.J. KunnenView profile

Associate Professor

• Turbulent Flow
• Multiphase Flow
• Heat Transfer
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Rudie P.J. Kunnen is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Applied Physics and Science Education , Eindhoven University of Technology, leading the Turbulent and Multiphase Flows group. His research focuses on heat, mass, and particulate transport in turbulent flows, with applications in geophysics and industry. Active in UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection Collaborator in projects like Active Contamination Control for Equipment and SubstrateS Research Interests : Turbulent flow dynamics, rotating convection, vortex structures, thermophoresis, plasma-liquid interactions, and geostrophic turbulence. His work combines experimental and numerical approaches (e.g., direct numerical simulation, particle image velocimetry). Scientific Awards : NWO Vici Prize (2024) Advising and Collaborations : Supervised multiple BSc and MSc theses at TU/e. Collaborates with researchers like F. Toschi and H.J.H. Clercx on turbulence projects.

Jane WangView profile

Professor

• Biological Physics
• Theoretical Condensed-Matter Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Affiliations and Roles Professor Wang holds dual appointments as Professor of Physics and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University. She is affiliated with the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences. Education B.S. in Physics, Fudan University, Shanghai, China (1989) Ph.D. in Physics, University of Chicago (1996) NSF-NATO Postdoctoral Fellow, Theoretical Physics, Oxford University (1997) Visiting Member, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, NYU (1997-1999) Research Her research focuses on the physics of living organisms, particularly insect flight dynamics , biophysics , and computational modeling . Key projects include: Dragonfly righting reflex mechanisms Neuro-mechanical control in fruit flies Unsteady aerodynamics and fluid-structure interactions Awards and Honors Simons Fellowship in Theoretical Physics (2020) Radcliffe Fellowship (2007) Cornell Provost's Award for Distinguished Scholarship (2005) David and Lucile Packard Fellowship (2002) Labs and Collaborations Her work integrates experimental and computational approaches, often conducted in collaboration with institutions like the Janelia Research Campus (HHMI) and the Joint Texas Experimental Tokamak (J-TEXT).

• Fluid Dynamics
• Biomedical Fluid Mechanics
• Microfluidics
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Dario De Marinis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management, Politecnico di Bari, Italy. His research focuses on fluid dynamics with applications in biomedical engineering, aerospace, and computational physics. Research Interests Fluid-structure interaction modeling Microfluidics and particle transport Biomedical applications (blood flow, valve mechanics) Aerospace engineering (hypersonic flows, turbulence) Numerical methods (Lattice Boltzmann, immersed boundary) Publications Trend Dario's recent work (2015–2025) spans computational fluid dynamics, with emphasis on multiphase flows, viscoelastic material behavior, and biomedical microfluidic devices. He has contributed to aerospace applications and turbulent thermal flows.

Sebastian KaiserView profile

Professor

• Optical Measurement Techniques
• Reactive Flows
• Combustion
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Prof. Sebastian Kaiser is a full professor at the University of Duisburg-Essen's Institute for Combustion and Gas Dynamics, where he leads research on reactive fluid dynamics since 2011. His academic background includes a Bachelor's from Dartmouth College, Diplomingenieur from RWTH Aachen, and PhD from Yale University, followed by postdoctoral work at Sandia National Laboratories. Research Focus: Kaiser specializes in optical diagnostics for reactive systems with emphases on: High-speed imaging of combustion processes Nanoparticle synthesis via spray-flame techniques Tribology and fluid-structure interactions Engine diagnostics using laser-based methods His work bridges experimental techniques and simulation development for energy and propulsion systems. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2023-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on advanced optical diagnostics applied to combustion systems, nanoparticle synthesis, and engine research. Key methodologies include laser-induced fluorescence, high-speed imaging, and machine learning for fluid dynamics analysis. Awards & Honors: Harding-Bliss Prize for Engineering Excellence (Yale, 2005) SAE Excellence in Oral Presentation Award (2008) NRW Returning Scientists Grant (2010) Professional Affiliations: Member of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and The Combustion Institute, with extensive experimental facilities for reactive flow characterization.

Edward DeMauroView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aerodynamics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Flow Control
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Edward DeMauro is an Assistant Professor at Rutgers University since January 2017, specializing in experimental aerodynamics with a focus on three-dimensional flow physics and active control. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2012), an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University at Buffalo (2008), and a B.S. in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering from the same institution (2006). His research interests center on the experimental and theoretical study of flow instabilities, particularly in subsonic, transonic, and supersonic regimes. He has expertise in hydrodynamic stability theory, active flow control using synthetic jets, and multiphase flow physics. Key techniques include particle image velocimetry (PIV), pressure-sensitive paint, and shock tube experiments. His work at Sandia National Labs (2015–2016) involved studying cavity flows and multiphase shock dynamics using advanced equipment like pulsed-burst lasers. DeMauro’s academic contributions include teaching roles at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2013–2014), where he instructed courses in flight mechanics, thermal-fluids engineering, and laboratory practices. He is affiliated with the Center for Flow Physics and Control (CeFPaC), established in 2008 under Professor Amitay, where he gained hands-on experience in aerodynamics research and experimental design. His publications span aerodynamic instability control, cavity flow dynamics, and shock-particle interactions, reflecting a strong focus on high-speed and complex fluid dynamics. Collaborations include work with institutions like Sandia National Labs and Rensselaer’s Watervliet Facility, emphasizing experimental rigor and interdisciplinary approaches to flow physics challenges.

Douglas W. CarterView profile

Assistant Professor

• Experimental turbulent flows
• Particle-turbulence interaction
• Noise generation of separated flows
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Douglas W. Carter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering at the Armour College of Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology. He leads the Experimental Turbulent Flows Lab, focusing on advanced experimental techniques for fluid dynamics research. Education: Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 2019 M.S., University of Minnesota, 2017 B.S., University of New Hampshire, 2014 Research Interests: Dr. Carter investigates experimental turbulent flows, particle-turbulence interactions, and noise generation in separated flows. His expertise spans particle tracking velocimetry, hypersonics, compressible flows, and data-driven methods for fluid systems. Research emphasizes experimental validation of turbulence models and development of novel diagnostic tools like FLEET velocimetry. Publications: Recent work explores hypersonic flow diagnostics, pressure reconstruction in stalled airfoils, and turbulence cascade dynamics. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on experimental fluid mechanics, high-speed flow measurements, and low-order modeling for aerodynamic prediction. Laboratory: The Experimental Turbulent Flows Lab (Rettaliata Engineering Center) develops cutting-edge techniques for turbulent flow analysis, including multi-scale imaging and optical diagnostics for high-speed applications.

Andrea BeckView profile

Professor

• Numerical Methods
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid Mechanics
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andrea Beck is a faculty member and Managing Director of the Institute of Aerodynamics and Gas Dynamics (IAG) at the University of Stuttgart. She leads the Numerical Methods in Fluid Mechanics working group, focusing on high-precision numerical methods for supercomputers, particularly discontinuous Galerkin (DG) methods. Her research spans fluid mechanics, aeroacoustics, plasma physics, and multiphase flows, with applications in wind energy, helicopter systems, and environmental aerodynamics. Role: Professor and Managing Director, IAG Committees: Member of the DFG Review Board, Strategy Committee for National HPC, and steering committee of High Performance Center Stuttgart. Her research emphasizes high-order methods, turbulence modeling, and data-driven approaches. She teaches courses such as 'Numerical Methods in Fluid Mechanics' and 'CFD Programming Projects', and has developed open-source software like FLEXI and HOPR for high-performance computing. Recent articles highlight advancements in entropy-stable DG methods, turbulence simulation using graph neural networks, and multiphase flow modeling. Her work integrates machine learning with CFD to enhance simulation accuracy and efficiency.

Farzan KazemifarView profile

Associate Professor

• Thermal Energy Systems
• Energy Efficiency
• Multiphase Flow
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Farzan Kazemifar is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at San José State University, where he also serves as Director of the SJSU Industrial Assessment Center. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. Dr. Kazemifar's research focuses on thermal energy systems and energy efficiency in buildings, with specialized expertise in multiphase flow, porous media dynamics, and carbon capture technologies. His work integrates experimental methods with theoretical modeling to address challenges in sustainable energy and environmental applications. His 15 most recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on fluid dynamics in porous media, particularly examining CO2-water interactions for carbon sequestration applications. These studies utilize advanced micro-PIV techniques to quantify flow phenomena at pore scales, contributing to improved understanding of multiphase flow regimes under reservoir conditions. Dr. Kazemifar directs the Industrial Assessment Center, which focuses on energy efficiency solutions for industrial applications. No information is available regarding student advising, research grants, or specific laboratory facilities.

Danesh TaftiView profile

Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• +7 more

Danesh Tafti is the William S. Cross Professor and Associate Department Head for Graduate Studies in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech. He holds a PhD from Pennsylvania State University (1989) and has held roles at institutions including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and West Virginia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and heat transfer, with applications in gas turbines, biomedical systems, and renewable energy. Key research areas include turbulence modeling, fluid-structure interaction, and biofluid mechanics, leveraging high-performance computing. His work spans aerodynamics of flapping flight, cardiovascular flows, and particle-laden flows. Tafti leads the High Performance Computational Fluid-Thermal Science and Engineering Lab, developing tools like GenIDLEST software for complex fluid-thermal systems analysis. Education: PhD (Penn State, 1989), MS (Texas Tech, 1983), BE (Bombay University, 1980) Awards: ASME Fellow (2014), Virginia Tech Dean’s Research Award (2012) Labs: High Performance Computational Fluid-Thermal Science and Engineering Lab Publications emphasize CFD advancements, machine learning integration, and multiphase flow modeling. Tafti’s work bridges computational methods with real-world applications in energy systems, aerospace, and biomedicine.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Multiphase Flows
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Dr Sergii Veremieiev is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering at Durham University. His research focuses on fluid mechanics modeling, particularly in free-surface and multiphase flows, capillary phenomena, and computational fluid dynamics. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Leeds and has held academic positions at Liverpool John Moores University and Durham University since 2013. Education: Bachelor of Physics, Donetsk National University (2006) Master of Physics, Donetsk National University (2007) PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds (2011) Research Interests: Dr Veremieiev’s work integrates computational and experimental approaches to study complex fluid dynamics phenomena, including droplet impact dynamics, rivulet instabilities, and high-performance numerical simulations using finite element and finite volume methods. His research addresses challenges in renewable energy systems, agricultural pesticide applications, and industrial flow optimization. Teaching: He teaches modules in fluid mechanics, nuclear engineering, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including coursework in thermal renewables and design practicum. Advising & Grants: Supervised 4 completed PhD students and currently guides 5 active researchers. Develops numerical tools such as a C++/MPI free-surface solver and MATLAB subroutines for fluid dynamics analysis.

• Propulsion
• Detonations
• Scramjets
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Ral Bielawski is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He specializes in computational modeling of advanced propulsion systems with a focus on detonation-based technologies. Education: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Dalhousie University Research Focus: Detonation wave dynamics Hypersonic propulsion systems Multiphase reacting flows GPU-accelerated computational fluid dynamics (CFD) Scramjet engine modeling Publication Trends: His recent work explores three-dimensional detonation structures, liquid fuel rotating detonation engines, and GPU-optimized flow solvers for high-speed applications. Technical Expertise: Combustion physics, high-performance computing, and aerospace propulsion modeling.

Armin WehrfritzView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence
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Armin Wehrfritz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Turku. His research focuses on high-fidelity numerical simulations of multiphase and chemically reacting flows, particularly involving low-carbon fuels like hydrogen. He holds a Master's degree from the University of Kaiserslautern and a Ph.D. from Aalto University. During his doctoral studies, he was a visiting researcher at Eindhoven University of Technology, and later worked as a Research Associate at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. His expertise spans computational fluid dynamics (CFD), turbulence modeling, combustion physics, and high-performance computing (HPC), with a growing interest in machine learning applications for numerical methods. Education: Doctoral Degree: Aalto University, Finland Master's Degree: University of Kaiserslautern, Germany Research interests include: Direct numerical simulation (DNS) and large-eddy simulation (LES) of combustion processes Hydrogen integration in compression-ignition engines Development of advanced micro-mixing models for transported PDF methods Data-driven approaches for optimizing combustion systems His recent work emphasizes reducing carbon emissions through hydrogen-diesel dual-fuel systems and improving simulation accuracy for engine-relevant conditions. Collaborations have involved institutions in the Netherlands, Australia, and the U.S., focusing on topics like plasma-ignited hydrogen jets and NOx reduction mechanisms.

• Thermophysical Properties of Fluids
• Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage
• Hydrogen Production and Storage
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Professor Martin Trusler is a Professor of Thermophysics in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, within the Faculty of Engineering. His affiliations include the Clean Fossil and Bioenergy Group, Energy Futures Lab, Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering, and Thermophysics Laboratory. He holds a BSc (1st class honours) and PhD in Physical Chemistry from University College London (1977–1984). His career spans over three decades at Imperial College, progressing from Lecturer (1988) to Senior Lecturer (1995) before his current professorial role since 2001. Research interests focus on thermophysical properties of fluids, particularly in carbon capture, hydrogen storage, and energy systems. Key areas include phase behavior of CO2 and hydrogen mixtures, interfacial properties of reservoir minerals, and fluid dynamics under extreme conditions. His work integrates experimental measurements with computational modeling to improve understanding of energy and environmental processes. Publications emphasize experimental methodologies and theoretical frameworks for fluid behavior, with recent emphasis on CO2 mineralization, hydrogen infrastructure, and subsurface storage solutions. His contributions address challenges in climate mitigation technologies and energy transition systems. Labs/Teams: Active in the Thermophysics Laboratory and collaborates with interdisciplinary groups at Energy Futures Lab and the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. His research supports industrial partnerships in clean energy innovation.

• Soft Matter Physics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Surface Science
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Daniel Bonn is a Professor at the Faculty of Science, University of Amsterdam, affiliated with the WZI (Van der Waals-Zeeman Institute for Physics). His research laboratory is located at Science Park 904, room C4.230, with contact email D.Bonn@uva.nl and phone +31 (0)20 525 5887. His research focuses on: Soft Matter Physics Fluid Dynamics Surface Science Granular Materials Colloid Science Biophysics Professor Bonn's experimental work investigates fundamental mechanisms in complex fluid systems, including emulsion stabilization by plant proteins, ice-water interfacial phenomena, and aerosol dynamics. His recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between fundamental physics and applications in environmental science (indoor air pollution mitigation), biotechnology (lung surfactant preservation), and agriculture (pesticide delivery optimization). The integration of high-speed imaging, rheological characterization, and fluorescence microscopy enables novel insights into interfacial dynamics across multiple scales.