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Professor Jianhua Guo is a faculty member at The University of Queensland (UQ), holding the position of Professor and UQ Amplify Fellow in the Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology (ACWEB). He is also the ACWEB Deputy Director - Research. His research focuses on integrating process engineering, environmental microbiology, and biotechnology to develop sustainable solutions for contaminant removal in water and wastewater systems. He is a pioneer in studying the environmental dimension of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), particularly how non-antibiotic pharmaceuticals and chemicals contribute to AMR spread. His groundbreaking work has been featured in over 100 media outlets and has secured over $14M in research funding. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature Microbiology , Water Research , and Environmental Science & Technology . His accolades include the 2013 DECRA and 2017 ARC Future Fellowship. He serves as an editor for Journal of Hazardous Materials and Water Science & Technology . Research Interests Environmental AMR and microbial ecology Methane-based biotechnology and bioconversion Nitrogen cycling microorganisms Bioremediation and biofilm reactors Microplastics and health risks Wastewater treatment innovations Grants & Funding $14M+ in ARC Discovery/Linkage grants and industry partnerships ARC Training Centre for Environmental and Agricultural Solutions to Antimicrobial Resistance (CEA-StAR) Dual-membrane upgrading and anaerobic alkane oxidation projects Awards 2013 DECRA 2017 ARC Future Fellowship Supervision Prof. Guo actively supervises PhD and master’s students in areas like AMR mitigation, methane-based bioreactors, and microbial ecology. Notable supervised projects include studies on antibiotic resistance in wastewater, novel disinfection processes, and microbial oxidation of gaseous alkanes. Labs & Teams He leads research teams within ACWEB and collaborates with the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Science. His lab focuses on cutting-edge technologies like membrane biofilm reactors and gas fermentation systems.

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
• Wastewater Treatment
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Associate Professor Judy Hart is a materials scientist at the School of Materials Science & Engineering, UNSW Sydney , specializing in the development of semiconducting materials for renewable energy applications. Her work integrates computational (DFT) and experimental approaches to understand composition-property relationships in systems like solid solutions , heterostructures , and doped materials for photocatalysis and solar cells . She leads projects funded by ARC Discovery and Linkage grants , including work on photo-electro-catalysis systems and stabilizing ceramic materials . Education: PhD in Materials Engineering (Monash University, 2007), BEng (Materials) (Monash, 2002) Professional Experience: Senior Lecturer (UNSW, 2017–), Lecturer (UNSW, 2013–2017), University of Bristol (2007–2012) Research Interests Her research focuses on designing materials for renewable energy , particularly photoelectrochemical water splitting and organic oxidation reactions . Key areas include Density Functional Theory (DFT) , defect engineering , band gap tuning , and nanostructured materials . She investigates ferroelectric polarization effects , metal oxide heterostructures , and stability of battery components , with applications in hydrogen production , CO2 conversion , and advanced battery materials . Scientific Awards Ramsay Memorial Fellowship (University of Bristol, 2007–2009) Teaching Contributions She is co-author of the 1st Australian & New Zealand edition of "Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction" , and teaches courses on computational materials science , corrosion-resistant surfaces , mechanical behavior of metals , and materials design .

• Renewable Energy Materials
• Photocatalysis
• Solar Cells
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Carol Pollock is a Professor at the University of Sydney's Northern Clinical School , affiliated with the Kolling Institute of Medical Research . Her research focuses on diabetic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease (CKD) management, and maternal-fetal programming of renal health. Thematic areas: Obesity, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease , Healthy Ageing , and Lifespan Methodological approaches: Animal models , Cellular/molecular studies , and Translational research Clinical specialty: Nephrology Her work explores epigenetic mechanisms in maternal obesity-related kidney disease, SGLT2 inhibitors for cardiorenal protection, and novel biomarkers like urinary exosomes and volatile organic compounds. Recent studies emphasize intergenerational metabolic programming and renoprotective drug development . Key publication trends (2023-2025) include: Diabetic nephropathy (2025: SGLT2 inhibitors, YAP1 pathways) CKD progression (2024: DISCOVER cohort, hyperkalemia management) Maternal environmental impacts (2025: PM2.5 exposure, fetal kidney health) Renal fibrosis (2023: i-body AD-214, CXCR4 blockade) Translational nephrology (2024: urinary cell imaging, exosome therapy) Global CKD guidelines (2024: Asia-specific management frameworks) Her team mentors PhD students Daisy Chen, Wenyang Shi, and Chi Tran, investigating stem cell therapies and renal regeneration in diabetic and acute kidney injury models.

• Diabetic Nephropathy
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Maternal and Fetal Health
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Dr Ruth Wallace is a Senior Lecturer at Edith Cowan University's School of Medical and Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Public Health and has extensive experience in nutrition education, early childhood care, and occupational health. Her research focuses on improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions in childcare settings and workforce development. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Edith Cowan University (2016) Bachelor of Health Science Honours, Edith Cowan University (2011) Bachelor of Health Science, Edith Cowan University (2010) Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Edith Cowan University (2022) Research Interests: Dr Wallace's work addresses critical gaps in early childhood nutrition, food safety protocols, and health literacy. She pioneers initiatives like the Little Aussie Bugs program to enhance educators' nutritional knowledge and advocates for systemic improvements in childcare food provision. Her recent projects include analyzing firefighter exposure risks and designing global citizenship frameworks for public health training. Grants & Projects: Little Aussie Bugs (2024–2025): $19,990 Emotional Literacy Mindfulness Academy (2023–2024): $47,086 SNACPlus (2014–2016): $28,216 Supervision: Dr Wallace currently co-supervises PhD and master's projects on topics including parental online dating dynamics, chronic disease social connectedness, and digital tools for planetary health literacy. Completed projects include studies on firefighter occupational exposures and food allergy management in childcare. Labs/Teams: She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in the ECU Survey Research Centre and leads the Supporting Nutrition for Australian Children (SNAC) initiative, a hub for early childhood nutrition resources.

• Early Childhood Nutrition
• Public Health Nutrition
• Health Promotion
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Professor Simon Lewis is a Consultant Neurologist and Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Centre within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He serves as Clinical Director of the Ageing Brain Clinic and Director of the Parkinson's Disease Research Clinic, while also heading the NSW Movement Disorders Brain Donor program. With over 200 peer-reviewed publications, 2 books, and 8 book chapters to his name, Professor Lewis has secured more than $10 million in research funding from prestigious sources including the NHMRC, ARC, and Michael J Fox Foundation. Professor Lewis's research primarily focuses on dementia and Parkinson's disease, with particular expertise in cognitive neuroscience, movement disorders, and REM sleep behavior disorder. His work spans from basic neuroimaging studies to clinical trials investigating novel interventions for neurodegenerative conditions. He has pioneered research on freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease, visual hallucinations in Lewy body disorders, and the relationship between circadian rhythms and neurodegeneration. His laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach combining clinical assessment, neuroimaging (structural and functional MRI), neurophysiological measurements, and innovative computational methods to understand disease mechanisms. The trajectory of Professor Lewis's recent publications reveals a growing emphasis on biomarker discovery for early diagnosis and disease progression, with increasing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches to analyze complex movement and sleep data. His work increasingly bridges basic neuroscience with clinical applications, particularly in developing targeted interventions for non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The collaborative nature of his research is evident in the international authorship patterns across his publications. Among his notable accolades is the Leonard Cox Award (2014) from ANZAN recognizing his significant contributions to neuroscience as an early career neurologist. Professor Lewis serves on multiple editorial boards including Movement Disorders, Translational Neurodegeneration, and Journal of Neurology, Parkinson's and Related Disorders. He actively contributes to international committees such as the Movement Disorders Society Asian Oceanian Section Executive Committee and the International REM Sleep Behaviour Study Group. Professor Lewis leads the world-leading Parkinson's and Related Diseases Research Group at the Brain and Mind Centre, which attracts PhD students interested in understanding disease mechanisms, developing biomarkers, and creating novel treatment modalities for Lewy body-related diseases. His international collaborations span institutions in the Netherlands (Radboud UMC), United Kingdom (King's College London, Cambridge, Newcastle), and other global centers of excellence in Parkinson's research. His work exemplifies a translational approach from bench to bedside, with particular focus on improving quality of life for patients with neurodegenerative conditions.

• Dementia
• Parkinson's Disease
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Alex McCoy-West is a Senior Lecturer in Geochemistry at James Cook University, specializing in radiogenic and stable isotope systems (Sr-Nd-Hf-Pb-Os, Fe, Zn, Mo) to investigate planetary formation, continental evolution, and ore deposit genesis. His groundbreaking work includes using Mo isotopes to reveal rapid early Earth crustal growth and pioneering double-spike Nd stable isotope techniques. PhD in Geochemistry (Australian National University, 2014) MSc in Geology (Victoria University of Wellington, 2009) Research Interests : Focuses on continental emergence , mantle heterogeneity , and non-traditional stable isotopes to study planetary differentiation, hydrothermal systems, and mineralization. Projects include isotopic analysis of Banded Iron Formations to track early ocean chemistry and sustainable REE extraction technologies. Scientific Awards : Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2021) Postdoctoral Paper Medal (2018) Faculty of Science Award for Research Excellence (Finalist, 2020) Current Projects : • Linking continental emergence to climatic evolution • Sustainable REE extraction from Australian ores • Advanced geophysical ore body modeling for critical minerals • Development of in situ Sr isotope analysis in shark vertebrae

• Geochemistry
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Planetary Formation
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Joseph W. Lehner is the Tom Austen Brown Lecturer in World Prehistory at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Archaeology department. He holds the Deputy Director role at the Vere Gordon Childe Centre and is an ARC Discovery Early Career Research Award Fellow. His research focuses on the archaeology of Southwest Asia, particularly the social, environmental, and cultural impacts of strategic resource management, including mining and metallurgy. Lehner earned his PhD from UCLA's Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, followed by a Humboldt German Chancellor Fellowship at the University of Tübingen and a Senior Fellowship at Koç University's Research Center for Anatolian Civilizations. His fieldwork spans Turkey, Oman, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, and Arctic North America. Key projects include the Kerkenes Project and Archaeological Water Histories of Oman, exploring ancient resource use and urban development. His research interests emphasize metallurgical practices, long-distance trade, and the evolution of complex societies. Recent work includes analyzing copper production in Oman, Iron Age Anatolian urbanism, and applying remote sensing technologies in archaeology. Lehner has secured grants such as the FASS humanities collaboration with the University of Toronto and the Merops Foundation for Kerkenes Project fieldwork. He has been awarded the ARC Early Career Fellowship and the Bass Publication Grant. His contributions bridge archaeology with interdisciplinary approaches, advancing understanding of ancient resource economies and socio-political dynamics.

• Archaeology
• Southwest Asian Archaeology
• Resource Management
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Professor Martin Hand is a faculty member at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His research focuses on metamorphic systems, tectonic evolution, and mineral exploration. He leads multidisciplinary teams integrating geology, geochemistry, and geophysics to address topics such as strain localization mechanisms, geothermal gradients, Proterozoic lithosphere evolution, and Fe-oxide Cu-Au mineralization. Key projects include garnet Lu-Hf geochronology, UHT metamorphism studies, and copper exploration in the Gawler Craton. Research Interests: Metamorphic Petrology and Tectonics Geochronology and Thermochronology Proterozoic Continental Evolution Iron-Oxide-Copper-Gold (IOCG) Systems High-Temperature Metamorphic Processes Geothermal Resource Exploration Publications highlight advanced methods in mineral dating (e.g., garnet speed dating, apatite triple dating) and address tectonic frameworks such as subduction dynamics, continental collisions, and supercontinent assembly. His work bridges field observations with lab-based geochemical techniques to decode Earth's crustal history. Eligible to supervise Masters/PhD students in metamorphic geology, tectonics, and mineral systems. Active in international collaborations and has pioneered new geochronological techniques for crustal studies.

• Metamorphic Petrology
• Tectonics
• Geochronology
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Professor Bruce Neal is a Conjoint Professor of Medicine at UNSW Sydney and Executive Director of The George Institute Australia. He completed his medical degree at the University of Bristol (UK) in 1990 and earned a PhD in epidemiology from the University of Auckland (New Zealand) in 2000. Dr. Neal has been pivotal in expanding The George Institute from its founding in 1999 to a global organization with over 700 staff. His research focuses on translating clinical and public health findings into policy, particularly addressing hypertension, diabetes, and chronic disease prevention through dietary interventions like salt substitution. He has pioneered the FoodSwitch app to promote healthier food choices and led large-scale trials such as the Salt Substitute and Stroke Study (SSaSS), demonstrating the cardiovascular benefits of potassium-enriched salt. Education: MB ChB, University of Bristol (1990) MRCP, Royal College of Physicians (1993) PhD in Medicine, University of Auckland (2000) Neal’s research emphasizes the environmental determinants of health, including food policy and pharmaceutical industry collaborations. He holds prestigious awards like the FAAHMS and FAHA, and leads major grants such as the NHMRC’s largest Program Grant. His work spans clinical trials (e.g., CANVAS/CREDENCE), public health campaigns, and global health initiatives targeting sodium reduction and ultra-processed foods. He has over 500 peer-reviewed publications and co-founded George Clinical, a successful research spin-off. His articles highlight advancements in SGLT2 inhibitor therapies, salt substitution efficacy, and the interplay between diet, chronic disease, and climate change. Neal’s contributions bridge clinical practice, policy, and global health equity, with a focus on scalable interventions to reduce preventable disease burdens.

• Hypertension
• Diabetes
• Clinical Trials
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Professor Faruk Ahmed is a faculty member at Griffith University's School of MDP - Public Health, where he holds the rank of Professor. He has extensive experience in public health nutrition, with a focus on micronutrient deficiencies, maternal and child health, and global health interventions. Ahmed has over 30 years of research experience, including supervising over 35 postgraduate students and leading numerous international projects funded by UNICEF and other agencies. Education: PhD in Human Nutrition (University of Southampton, UK), MSc in Biochemistry (University of Dhaka), and extensive postdoctoral training in public health nutrition and biostatistics. Research Interests: Assessing nutritional status in vulnerable populations, developing micronutrient interventions, and investigating dietary behaviors linked to chronic diseases. Key areas include iron deficiency anemia, groundwater iron impacts, and adolescent nutrition. Grants & Collaborations: Principal investigator on grants funded by the Nestlé Foundation and Australian government initiatives. Collaborations include projects in Bangladesh, Thailand, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka. Notable projects include studies on zinc biofortification, peer-led nutrition education, and groundwater iron's role in anemia prevention. Teaching & Leadership: Teaches courses in public health nutrition at Griffith University, including 'Nutrition through the Life Cycle' and 'International Nutrition.' Serves as HDR Convenor (non-clinical) and contributed to developing Bangladesh's national micronutrient strategies.

• Public Health Nutrition
• Nutritional Epidemiology
• Micronutrient Deficiencies
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Professor Kay Double is a member of the Brain and Mind Centre and the Theme of Neuroscience within the School of Medical Sciences at the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on the interplay between neuropathological findings and quantitative neurochemistry, particularly investigating disease mechanisms in Parkinson’s disease. She has been funded by prestigious fellowships including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and consecutive Australian Research Fellowships. Her work challenges previous dogma about neuromelanin’s role in Parkinson’s, demonstrating its neuroprotective function in healthy cells and its dysregulation in disease contexts. Her current research projects explore copper dyshomeostasis and SOD1 proteinopathy in Parkinson’s and ALS, emphasizing translational research applications. Collaborations include interdisciplinary teams working on molecular pathways, diagnostic tools, and therapeutic strategies. Key approaches in her work include aetiological studies, cellular metallation analysis, and 3D neurochemical imaging. Scientific Awards: Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship (Germany) Australian Research Fellowships Advising and Grants: Professor Double advises current PhD student Anne LI. She has secured grants from organizations like the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), Motor Neurone Disease Research Institute of Australia, and the University of Sydney. Her grants include projects on SOD1 assays, copper pathways, and Parkinson’s diagnostics. Labs/Teams: She is part of the Brain and Mind Centre, collaborating with researchers such as Dr. Hare, Dr. Trist, and Dr. Genoud on projects involving metal-binding proteins, neurodegenerative mechanisms, and translational neuroscience.

• Parkinson's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Neuroscience
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Zachary Thomas is a Lecturer affiliated with the Ancient Israel Program under the Faculty of Education and Arts. His work focuses on the archaeology of the Southern Levant, particularly the Iron Age, with an emphasis on societal complexity, state formation, and methodological rigor in biblical archaeology. He collaborates frequently with scholars such as Erez Ben-Yosef and Yosef Garfinkel, analyzing sites like Khirbet al-Ra‘i and Megiddo. His research challenges traditional narratives about the United Monarchy and explores interdisciplinary approaches to interpreting material culture and historical geography. Research interests include the political and administrative structures of ancient Israel, the application of archaeological methodologies to biblical texts, and the terminological boundaries within archaeological disciplines. He has contributed to debates on social complexity without monumental architecture and the ambiguities of evidence in reconstructing ancient political histories. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his publications reflect significant engagement with critical issues in biblical archaeology. His advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided text, but his research outputs suggest active participation in academic discourse. No lab or team affiliations are explicitly mentioned.

• Biblical Archaeology
• Archaeology
• Ancient History
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Dr. Greg Cox is an Associate Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, where he serves as co-Head of Program for Nutrition and Dietetics. With over two decades of experience in sports nutrition, he previously worked at the Australian Institute of Sport as a Senior Sports Dietitian and Sports Science Medicine Manager. Dr. Cox has supported athletes across numerous Olympic sports including Triathlon, Canoe, Diving, Gymnastics, and Water Polo, and served as Nutrition Lead for the Australian Olympic Team at the Rio 2016 Games. He is a Fellow of Sports Dietitians Australia, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, and a Level 3 Kinanthropometrist. Dr. Cox's educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy in Carbohydrate intake strategies to enhance endurance exercise performance from Deakin University (2004-2011) Master of Health Science in Human Nutrition from Deakin University (1999-2000) Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics from University of Queensland (1991-1992) Bachelor of Human Movement Studies from University of Queensland (1988-1990) Dr. Cox's research focuses on practical applications in sports nutrition, with particular interest in iron metabolism and exercise, fluid intake during and after exercise, dietary intakes of endurance athletes, and dietary manipulations to enhance endurance and power/sprint exercise. His current work explores new technologies such as continuous glucose monitors and their applications in sport. His research is practitioner-driven, addressing real-world questions from working with elite and recreational athletes and coaches. This applied approach ensures his work has direct relevance to sports performance and athlete health. Analysis of Dr. Cox's recent publications reveals a strong focus on emerging technologies in sports nutrition, particularly continuous glucose monitoring applications for athletes. His work examines glycemic variability in endurance athletes, energy availability assessment, and novel supplementation approaches. There's also a growing emphasis on planetary health and sustainable nutrition practices within the field. His research consistently bridges the gap between scientific investigation and practical application in elite sports settings, with numerous publications addressing specific sport nutrition challenges across various athletic disciplines. Dr. Cox has received recognition for his teaching excellence, including the e-Teval Teaching Award 183 for Sport and Exercise Nutrition. He is also a Fellow of Sports Dietitians Australia, acknowledging his significant contributions to the field. As co-Head of Program for Nutrition and Dietetics at Bond University, Dr. Cox mentors numerous students and has supervised several research projects, including recent work on fluid loss in surfing populations. His external roles include Nutrition Lead for Paddle Australia and Triathlon Australia, where he guides athletes toward major competitions including the Commonwealth Games. Dr. Cox actively contributes to major research projects such as "Nutrition Research for Mental Health, Cognition and Eating Disorders" and "Public health nutrition research," demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge across multiple domains of nutrition science. Dr. Cox is actively involved with the Nutrition and Dietetics Research Group at Bond University's Institute of Health and Sport. His work often involves collaboration with national sporting organizations including the Australian Institute of Sport, Paddle Australia, and Triathlon Australia. Through his leadership in the Sports Dietitians Australia 4-day Sports Nutrition course, which he managed for over 15 years, he has trained hundreds of professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, significantly influencing sports nutrition practice internationally.

• Sports Nutrition
• Exercise Physiology
• Iron Metabolism
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Professor Feng Wang is a leading academic in theoretical and computational chemistry at the Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia. She holds a PhD from the University of Newcastle and has held research positions at the University of Waterloo, University of Melbourne, and Swinburne. Education: PhD, The University of Newcastle, Australia MSc (Quantum Chemistry by Research), Sichuan University, China BSc (Physical Chemistry), Sichuan University, China Prof Cert (Teaching Practice, Higher Education), Swinburne University of Technology, Australia Her research spans molecular spectroscopy, sustainable aviation fuels, corrosion science, and computational drug design, with applications in energy, environment, and pharmaceuticals. She employs advanced methods like density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics, and machine learning to study molecular systems and materials. Her recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a strong focus on sustainable energy materials—particularly high-energy-density aviation fuels (e.g., JP-10, norbornyl derivatives), CO2 conversion, and battery aging—alongside computational drug discovery for SARS-CoV-2 and flavonoid-based antivirals. These works integrate quantum mechanics, NMR analysis, and AI-driven modeling. Scientific Awards and Honors: Fellow, Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) Fellow, Australian Institute of Physics (AIP) Vice-Chancellor's Research Award, Swinburne University of Technology Professor Wang actively mentors PhD and Master’s students and leads nationally funded research projects. She serves on the Australian Research Council (ARC) College of Experts and has chaired the National Computational Merit Allocation Scheme (NCMAS). She evaluates proposals for international agencies including FRQNT (Canada), SFI (Ireland), FCT (Portugal), and SNSF (Switzerland). Her lab, the Digital Chemistry Research Laboratory, contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 and 13.

• Theoretical and Computational Chemistry
• Molecular Spectroscopy
• Sustainable Aviation Fuels
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Professor Yinong Liu is a Professor of Materials Engineering in the School of Engineering at The University of Western Australia, where he serves as Associate Dean (International) for the Faculty of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. He began his academic career at UWA in 1994 after postdoctoral research in France, and has held significant leadership roles including Head of the School of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics. Education: B.Eng. from Beijing University of Science and Technology (1982) PhD from The University of Western Australia (1991) Postdoctoral Fellow at Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble, France (1993) Research Focus: Professor Liu pioneers research in elastic strain engineering and lattice strain machining to achieve ultra-large elastic strains (10-20× conventional limits) in metallic materials. His work bridges nanoscale phenomena with macroscopic applications, enabling unprecedented control over functional material properties. Current investigations span shape memory alloys, metallic composites, superalloys, and nanomaterials for MEMS technology, with publications in Science , Advanced Materials , and Nano Letters . Research Trends: Recent 2025 publications reveal three converging trajectories: 1) Additive manufacturing of NiTi shape memory alloys with in-situ TEM characterization of phase transformations, 2) Creep mechanisms in nickel-based superalloys through γ′ size manipulation, and 3) Atomic-scale studies of R-phase behavior under grain confinement. These works demonstrate growing integration of advanced manufacturing, nanoscale characterization, and elastic strain engineering for next-generation aerospace and biomedical materials. Scientific Recognition: France-Australia Postdoctoral Fellowship Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Senior Invitation Fellowship Academic Leadership: Professor Liu has supervised over 30 PhD completions and secured 62 competitive grants, including ARC projects on amorphous metals and superelasticity. His editorial roles include Associate Editor for Shape Memory and Superelasticity and Functional Materials Letters , while his professional service encompasses chairing Engineers Australia's Nanoengineering Committee and serving on the ARC College of Experts. He maintains adjunct professorships at seven international institutions including University of Tsukuba and Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. Research Infrastructure: His work leverages the UWA Defence and Security Institute facilities and acoustic levitation technology developed through multi-institutional ARC collaborations, enabling advanced studies of multi-phase material systems under containerless conditions.

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Physical Metallurgy
• Shape Memory Alloys
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