Vedat Temiz is a Lecturer at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in mechanical design and tribology. His research spans seal engineering, polymer material behavior, and surface roughness analysis, with notable applications in industrial and dental contexts. Current projects include developing wheel drive systems for construction machinery and screw pump families. Research trends focus on friction dynamics, finite element modeling, and noise reduction in polymer-based components. Supervised 74 works across his career, though specific student names are not provided.
Alejandro Dominguez Fernandez is a researcher at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, affiliated with the School of Industrial Engineering of Barcelona (ETSEIB). He actively participates in two research groups: TECNOFAB - Grup de Recerca en Tecnologies de Fabricació DigiFACT - Agrupació de Centres per la Factoria Digital Avançada (Xarxa TECNIO / CIT UPC) His research focuses on advanced manufacturing technologies with special emphasis on 3D printing and surface engineering. Key research areas include: Additive manufacturing for biomedical applications Multi-material printing techniques Surface roughness optimization Manufacturing process monitoring Digital factory systems Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on 3D printing applications for medical prosthetics, surface quality analysis in machining processes, and manufacturing process optimization.
Dina G. Mahmoud is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at The American University in Cairo (AUC). She earned her Ph.D. in Computer and Communication Sciences from EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland (2019-2024), where she was a CYD Fellow and collaborated with Dr. Mirjana Stojilović and Dr. Vincent Lenders. Her academic activities include teaching Digital Design, Computer Organization, and Applied Data Structures at AUC. Ph.D. (2019-2024): School of Computer and Communication Sciences, EPFL B.Sc. (2014-2019): Electronics and Communications Engineering with minor in Mathematics, AUC Her research focuses on heterogeneous computing systems , emphasizing security and reliability at the hardware and electrical levels . She investigates fault injection attacks in FPGA systems, particularly in multitenant cloud environments, and has demonstrated the first FPGA-to-CPU fault-injection exploit. Recent publications highlight trends in FPGA security , including power-wasting attacks, hardware Trojans, undervolting exploits, and fault tolerance mechanisms. Her work bridges hardware-software co-design , cloud security , and reconfigurable computing . CYD Fellow (first doctoral recipient) Google Generation Scholarship (2022, EMEA) IC Doctoral Fellowship at EPFL She has served as Head/Teaching Assistant at EPFL for courses like Computer Architecture and Information, Calcul, Communication, and as Head Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at AUC for Digital Logic Design. She contributes to the technical program committee of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society’s ETFA conference.
Fazleena Badurdeen is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of Graduate Studies for the Manufacturing Systems Engineering Program at the University of Kentucky , where she leads research in sustainable manufacturing and supply chain systems. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Industrial Engineering from Ohio University, an M.B.A. from the Post Graduate Institute of Management, and a B.Sc. in Engineering from the University of Peradeniya. Research Interests: sustainable manufacturing, lean systems, supply chain modeling, and sustainable product design. Awards: Earl Parker Robinson Chair Professor in Mechanical Engineering. Notable Contributions: development of frameworks for product sustainability, circular economy integration, and risk assessment tools using Bayesian networks and simulation. Her recent Google Scholar publications focus on additive manufacturing , digital product passports , and real-time defect detection , with keywords spanning sustainable manufacturing, systems engineering, and environmental metrics. She has also contributed to education through curriculum development in systems thinking and graduate program leadership.
Nur Yazdani is a Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington , affiliated with the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on structural engineering, non-destructive evaluation (NDE), fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for infrastructure, and hazard mitigation in coastal and wind/flood-prone regions. Bridge Engineering Concrete Durability Fire and Corrosion Resilience Machine Learning for Structural Prediction Her recent work emphasizes machine learning models for concrete strength prediction, flood mitigation in residential coastal buildings, and hybrid applications of CFRP/GFRP laminates for retrofitting bridges and concrete components. She leads the NSRI Lab , addressing infrastructure resilience through experimental and numerical studies. Scientific Awards : NSF RET Program Evaluation She integrates interdisciplinary education into her research, including collaborations with biology and architecture in classroom implementations for bridge deck evaluation and coastal resilience.
Pierre-Elouan Mikael Réthoré is a Researcher at the Department of Wind and Energy Systems of the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His work focuses on wind energy systems, particularly in Wind Turbine Engineering , Computational Fluid Dynamics , and Offshore Wind technologies. He leads the System Engineering and Optimization section within the Wind Energy Systems Division .
Serkan KESER is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Ahi Evran University, Turkey. He has been serving as a full-time faculty member since 2018 and previously served as Head of Department from 2018-2021. His educational background includes a PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Eskişehir Osmangazi University (2009-2018), a Master's degree in the same field from the same institution (2005-2008), and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Mustafa Kemal University (1999-2005). Dr. KESER's research focuses on three main areas: Audio and Speech Processing : Including speaker identification, isolated word recognition, and speech coding techniques Signal Processing : With applications in fiber optic sensor systems and acoustic positioning Image Processing : Covering face recognition, image compression, and denoising techniques His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating machine learning and deep learning approaches with traditional signal processing methods. He has made significant contributions in applying subspace methods to various domains including speech recognition, image processing, and sensor technologies. His work often bridges theoretical signal processing concepts with practical applications in areas like smart home systems, medical imaging, and environmental monitoring. Dr. KESER has successfully supervised five Master's students to completion, with thesis topics spanning deep learning applications for class attendance systems, photovoltaic systems, speaker identification, brain tumor classification, and speech-controlled robotic arms. He has led four research projects, including development of fiber optic motion sensors, smart home models using Arduino microcontrollers, and science outreach initiatives. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses in digital image processing, artificial neural networks, digital signal processing, and machine learning at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. KESER's research impact is reflected in his publication metrics: 30 total publications with 117 citations (h-index 5) through the UNIS system, 25 publications with 180 citations (h-index 6) on Google Scholar, and strong representation in Scopus and Web of Science databases.
Alessandro Aimasso is a PhD student in Aerospace Engineering (38th cycle, 2022-2025) at the Polytechnic University of Turin's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS), where he also serves as an external lecturer and teaching assistant. He contributes to research activities at the ASTRA group (Additive Manufacturing for Systems and Structures in Aerospace) and the interdepartmental Center for Photonic Technologies PhotoNext. His research focuses on optical sensors for aeronautical and space applications, particularly Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology for system lifecycle management. Specific interests include: Augmented reality visualization of sensor data Thermal and structural monitoring of aerospace systems Smart composites manufacturing with embedded sensors Lunar habitat construction technologies Real-time monitoring systems for spacecraft Analysis of his recent publications shows strong focus on experimental validation of FBG sensor applications in extreme environments, development of real-time monitoring systems, and integration of augmented reality for data visualization. His work frequently involves rapid prototyping and multidisciplinary approaches to aerospace challenges. He holds two patents: USE AND INTEGRATION OF SENSORS IN THE STRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT OF COMPLEX MACHINES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF INTELLIGENT MONITORING SYSTEMS AND CREATION OF MULTIFUNCTIONAL VIRTUAL SENSORS Gas-dynamic nozzle for an end-jet engine, specifically a launcher As a teaching assistant, he contributes to courses on Modeling, Simulation, and Testing of Aerospace Systems, and Photonics in the Digital Revolution. His laboratory work involves the ASTRA group's facilities focusing on additive manufacturing and photonic technologies.
Dr. Yiqin Xue is a Lecturer at the Cardiff University School of Engineering . With a focus on control systems and mechatronics, their work bridges automotive engineering, energy recovery systems, and combustion dynamics. Research spans 2001-2024 with recent work on sliding mode control optimization for linear DC motors. Key collaborations include Industrial Vision Systems Ltd and Harman Becker Automotive Systems . Research Interests include: Advanced control algorithms for mechanical systems Energy recuperation in regenerative braking Combustion instability mitigation Hydraulic/pneumatic system modeling Publications (2001-2024) demonstrate expertise in: Electro-hydraulic actuator control Combustion-acoustic interaction Neural network predictive modeling Automotive system optimization Time-delay system compensation Energy-efficient actuation methods Grants & Collaborations : Multiple Royal Academy of Engineering travel grants (2001-2005) Institution of Mechanical Engineers conference support Industrial projects with Harman Becker Automotive Systems and Industrial Vision Systems
Yingguang Chu is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in Mechatronics. His research focuses on co-simulation systems, digital twins, and marine engineering applications. Research Interests : Digital twin technologies, co-simulation frameworks, marine crane systems, hydraulics, and control algorithms. Projects : Active participant in the ShippingLab II project (2024-2027) on digital twins and human factors in vessel performance. Research Output Trends : Recent work emphasizes physics-inspired neural networks for mobile machinery dynamics, environmental load sensitivity analysis, and Vico-based co-simulation systems for marine operations. Publications frequently address crane path planning, digital twin implementation, and dynamic response optimization. Scientific Awards : IEEE Robotics and Automation Magazine Best Paper Award (2024) Teaching Responsibilities : Supervises master's theses on topics like CFD simulations, membrane valve systems, and fluid mechanics, while teaching mobile hydraulics courses.
Jürgen Ziegler is a Senior Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Applied Cognitive Science within the Faculty of Computer Science at the University of Duisburg-Essen. He leads the Interactive Intelligent Systems Group, focusing on human-computer interaction, recommender systems, and explainable AI. His work emphasizes transparency, user control, and interdisciplinary collaboration with industry partners. He earned his doctoral degree from the University of Stuttgart, specializing in formal user interface design methodology. Prior to his current role, he headed the Competence Center for Software Technology and Interactive Systems at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering (IAO) in Stuttgart. He also served as Editor-in-Chief of the journal i-com - Journal of Interactive Media from 2001 to 2021. Ziegler’s research bridges academic and industrial domains, with applications in e-commerce, health, social media, and automotive systems. He investigates how to make intelligent technologies more transparent and user-controllable, particularly in conversational recommender systems, personalized interfaces, and social media analytics. His work integrates visualization techniques and semantic data models to enhance user experience. His recent publications focus on multistakeholder evaluation frameworks, explainable AI, and the integration of conversational agents with traditional interfaces. These studies explore domains like health promotion, smart environments, and education, using methods such as knowledge graphs, generative AI, and interactive sliders for feature dependency visualization. Ziegler founded and co-chairs the German Special Interest Group on User-Centred Artificial Intelligence. He has contributed to funded projects like SPIDER, FairWays, and PAnalytics, which address polarization in social networks, interactive recommendation, and health support systems. His leadership roles include organizing international workshops on explainable user models and user-centered AI. He supervises PhD students and advises on projects related to recommender systems, mental models, and user interaction preferences. His team collaborates on multi-method approaches for transparent decision support and the development of tools for measuring user perception of recommendation transparency. Labs and teams under his direction include the Interactive Intelligent Systems Group, which develops demonstrators like AR-based shopping advisors and hybrid recommendation frameworks. His work emphasizes both theoretical advancements and practical implementations across diverse application scenarios.
Yuriy Mykolayovych Savonov serves as Associate Professor at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University within the Department of Integrated Welding Technologies and Modeling of Structures under the Faculty of Engineering Physics. With continuous academic service since 1979, he maintains active research and teaching roles including courses on Welding Equipment Schematics and Technological Methods for Increasing Machine Parts Service Life . His educational background includes higher education from V.Ya. Chubar State University of Mass Media (1979), Faculty of Mechanics and Metallurgy, with specialization in "Equipment and Technology of Welding Production" and qualification as Mechanical Engineer. He holds the Candidate of Technical Sciences degree (1989) with thesis on "Development and implementation of welding materials for pulp and paper production equipment made of two-phase steel 12X21N5T". Savonov's research centers on weldability challenges of corrosion-resistant austenitic and austenitic-ferritic steels, with significant contributions to electroslag remelting, corrosion resistance in alkaline environments, and restoration techniques for industrial equipment. His work bridges theoretical materials science with practical industrial applications across metallurgical, pulp/paper, and construction sectors. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong focus on titanium recycling processes, advanced welding technologies for duplex steels, and innovative surface engineering solutions. His research demonstrates consistent evolution from fundamental welding science toward sustainable material processing and equipment longevity enhancement. Professional activity includes regular participation in the university's "Week of Science" conferences through 2022, with collaborative projects spanning multiple Ukrainian technical institutions. His scholarly output exceeds 30 publications including 5 author's certificates and 1 educational manual, primarily published in Ukrainian metallurgical and engineering journals. Current research infrastructure involves laboratory work at university facilities (room 257-a, building 2) with English communication capability at dictionary level. His ORCID (0000-0003-1347-5366) and Scopus (6505863212) profiles document ongoing scholarly contributions.
Mirsad Trobradović is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering , University of Sarajevo , Bosnia and Herzegovina, where he conducts research and teaches in the broad domain of mechanical and automotive engineering. His office is located in room 523, and he welcomes consultations every working day by appointment. Education & Academic Standing: While the page does not detail his prior degrees, his current academic rank of docent (equivalent to Associate Professor) and the title doc. dr. indicate completion of a doctoral degree and fulfilment of all requirements for tenure-track advancement at the University of Sarajevo. Research Interests: Trobradović’s work centres on automotive engineering , electric mobility , additive manufacturing , polymer materials , 3D scanning technologies , and finite element analysis . He explores how electrification of transport affects national energy demands, investigates durability and failure mechanisms of 3D-printed polymer gears, and integrates advanced scanning techniques into furniture manufacturing processes. Additional interests include the biomechanical performance of medical fixation devices, emission reduction in diesel engines, and the mathematical modelling of dynamic systems. Publication Trends: Across more than 15 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters since 2005, Trobradović demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational vehicle dynamics and alternative fuels toward cutting-edge topics such as electric-vehicle energy regeneration, 3D-printed component reliability, and digital transformation of manufacturing. His most recent 2025 contributions focus on quantifying the electrical-energy impact of vehicle electrification in Bosnia and Herzegovina and on assessing service life of additively manufactured polymer gears. Scientific Awards: No specific awards or distinctions are listed on the University of Sarajevo page. Advising & Projects: Although individual student names are not disclosed, Trobradović collaborates extensively with colleagues such as Adis Muminović, Nedim Pervan, and Vahidin Hadžiabdić, indicating active supervision of graduate researchers and participation in multi-institutional projects. Detailed project listings are absent, yet the breadth of co-authored works suggests ongoing grant activity. Laboratory & Teams: He carries out his investigations within the research environment of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, leveraging laboratories for automotive testing, additive manufacturing, and computer-aided engineering simulation.
Professor Danijela Miloradović is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Engineering Sciences, Department of Motor Vehicles and Engines. She currently holds the position of Full Professor, having been promoted to this rank in 2022 after serving as Associate Professor (2017-2022) and Assistant Professor (2012-2017). Her extensive academic career spans over 25 years at the same institution, with progressive appointments from Research Associate in 1994 to her current position. Prof. Miloradović's research focuses primarily on vehicle dynamics, noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), steering and suspension systems, brake systems, and vehicle safety. Her work has significant practical applications in automotive engineering, particularly in improving vehicle performance, safety, and environmental impact. She has made notable contributions to understanding the interaction between steering and suspension systems, brake noise problems, and vehicle vibration comfort. Her publication record is impressive, with over 50 scientific and professional papers, including numerous articles in prominent international journals. Her research has evolved from fundamental vehicle dynamics studies to more specialized areas like brake wear particle emissions and their environmental impact. Recent work shows a strong focus on sustainable automotive technologies and environmental considerations in vehicle design. Among her notable recognitions are the KSME award for the second best paper in JMST magazine (2017) and the "Editor's Choice Article" award from the journal "Machines" (2022). She has also received early career recognition as the best student at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in 1990 and for excellent academic achievement in 1994. Prof. Miloradović has been actively involved in mentoring doctoral students, serving as mentor for Aleksandar Poznić's doctoral dissertation and participating in numerous doctoral defense committees. She has also contributed significantly to educational development through textbook writing, curriculum design, and supervision of numerous academic courses in vehicle dynamics and related fields. Her leadership extends to administrative roles including serving as Vice-Dean for Teaching (2012-2015), Head of the Department of Motor Vehicles and Engines, and currently as President of the Faculty Council of the Faculty of Engineering Sciences. She has also played key roles in organizing international conferences and serving on accreditation committees for academic programs.
Prof. Dr. Jürgen Seitz is a full Professor and Head of the Business Information Systems programme at the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) in Heidenheim, Germany. Since April 2001 he has shaped the university’s applied informatics curriculum and serves as data-protection liaison and German Informatics Society (GI) trustee. Internationally, he is Associate Editor for several journals and chairs tracks at conferences such as WHICEB and Bled eConference. Education 1988–1991 Diplom-Betriebswirt (BA), Berufsakademie Stuttgart (now DHBW) – focus on data processing 1992–1996 Diplom-Ökonom, University of Hohenheim – economics 1998 Dr. rer. pol., Europa-Universität Viadrina – dissertation on the impact of IT on banking structures Research Interests Seitz’s research integrates business informatics with pressing societal challenges. Key themes include: e-Finance & FinTech: cryptocurrency literacy, blockchain sustainability, digital payment futures e-Health & Health Telematics: barrier-free e-kiosk design, telematics infrastructure for electronic health cards, pandemic digital health solutions Data Management & Analytics: heterogeneous data-warehouse integration, big-data approaches to agriculture, water-quality prediction, renewable-energy forecasting IT Management & Modeling: business-model evaluation, Industry 4.0 architectures, enterprise system integration Publication Trends Across more than 150 peer-reviewed works (1998–2024), Seitz demonstrates a shift from foundational studies in e-commerce and digital watermarking to cutting-edge applications of AI, blockchain, and data analytics in finance, health, and sustainability. Recent articles emphasize machine-learning techniques (k-means, ARIMA, PCA) applied to global agriculture, renewable-energy growth, and gendered cryptocurrency adoption, reflecting a commitment to data-driven, cross-disciplinary impact. Editorial & Scientific Service Associate Editor: International Journal of Networking and Virtual Organisations (IJNVO) , Journal of Cases on Information Technology (JCIT) , International Journal of Cases on Electronic Commerce (IJCEC) Editorial Board Member: International Journal of Global Sourcing and Management (IJGSM) , Journal of Digital Marketing (JDM) , Journal of Internet Banking and Commerce (JIBC) , among others Conference Chair/Co-Chair: WHICEB (Wuhan International Conference on E-Business), Bled eConference eHealth Track Technical Programme Committee Member: IEEE ICDMAI, IEEE IEMCON, IEEE UEMCON, CCWC External examiner & guest lecturer in China, India, USA, Australia, Malaysia, Jordan, Poland, UK, Belarus Advising & Collaborative Networks While individual student names are not disclosed, Seitz mentors within the DHBW cooperative-education model and supervises industry-linked capstone projects. He is a key liaison for German industry partners and international universities, facilitating funded research on FinTech adoption, e-health feasibility, and sustainable IT architectures. His leadership of the Business Informatics programme positions him to coordinate grants and consortia across Europe and Asia. Laboratories & Teams At DHBW Heidenheim, Seitz steers the Business Informatics Lab —a hub for applied R&D projects with corporate partners such as Landesbank Baden-Württemberg and health-sector IT providers. The lab focuses on prototyping blockchain-based e-prescription systems, evaluating FinTech business models, and deploying predictive-maintenance analytics in automotive supply chains. Interdisciplinary student teams work under his guidance to translate academic insights into market-ready solutions.
