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• Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulent Flow
• Particle Dynamics
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Yi Hui Tee is a Research Fellow at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Department of Energy and Process Engineering. He holds a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022) under Horizon Europe, focusing on inertial effects of microplastics in turbulent wavy flow. His research is supervised by Prof. R. Jason Hearst and co-supervised by Prof. James Dawson within the Thermo-fluids group. Academic Background: Ph.D. (2015-2021) and M.Sc. (2015-2018) in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota, USA B.Eng (HONS) in Aerospace Engineering (2011-2015), Universiti Sains Malaysia Research Interests: Experimental fluid dynamics, particle-laden turbulent flows, microplastic transport in wavy flows, and multiphase flow dynamics. His work combines experimental techniques with advanced flow visualization to study particle-turbulence interactions and boundary layer physics. Recent Trends in Publications: Recent work emphasizes inertial effects of particles in complex flows, free surface interactions, and particle-wake dynamics. Key contributions include resolving sphere motion in turbulent boundary layers and investigating particle-laden flows using time-resolved imaging. Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022) Advising & Grants: Co-supervising Master’s theses on inertial particle dispersion and particle-turbulence interactions (2023–2025) Recipient of Horizon Europe funding for the InMyWaves project Outreach: Engaged in public science initiatives like Science is Wonderful! - Dancing Plastics in the Ocean (Brussels, 2024), explaining microplastic dynamics to broader audiences.

David H. RichterView profile

Associate Professor

• Fluid mechanics
• Multiphase environmental flows
• Turbulence in atmosphere and ocean
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David H. Richter is an Associate Professor and Concurrent Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, affiliated with the EFM Affiliated Teaching & Research Faculty. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University (2011). Education: Ph.D. in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, 2011 Research Interests: Fluid mechanics focusing on multiphase environmental flows and turbulence dynamics. Investigates atmospheric and oceanic turbulence, particle-laden turbulence, and air-sea exchange processes. Specializes in computational fluid dynamics and high-wind marine boundary layer transport phenomena. Grants & Labs: Active in the EFM Laboratory, though specific grants or lab details are not listed here.

Golnaz Alipour EsgandaniView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Material Science
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Dr. Golnaz Alipour Esgandani is a Senior Lecturer (Teaching and Leadership) at Macquarie University's School of Engineering. She joined in January 2021 after completing a postdoctoral position at the University of Sydney, where she researched self-healing mechanisms in clay soils under ARC funding. She holds a PhD in Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering from UNSW (2019), supported by APA and ERA scholarships. Her research focuses on geomaterials' mechanical and hydrological behavior, including constitutive modeling and self-healing processes. She is also dedicated to education, teaching Soil Mechanics and leading curriculum design projects using constructivist methodologies. Education: PhD in Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering, UNSW, Australia (2019) Postgraduate Research: Postdoctoral Associate at University of Sydney (2019-2021) Research Interests: Mechanical and hydrological factors in geomaterials Self-healing mechanisms in soils Constitutive modeling of unsaturated soils Numerical methods in geomechanics Projects: Embedded sensing system for concrete pavement monitoring (NSW Circular, 2022-2026) Repurposing recovered organic materials for brick production (2022-2024) Feasibility of floating artificial reefs with smart concrete (2022) Scientific Awards: ACCM Best Student Paper (2018) Australian Postgraduate Award (2014) UNSW Engineering Research Award (2015)

• Civil Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
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Dr. Jianhu Shen is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, specializing in civil, materials, and mechanical engineering. His research focuses on structural design under dynamic loads, microstructural material design, auxetic materials, and numerical simulations. He is actively involved in supervising Masters and PhD students in areas like soil-structure interaction, fiber-reinforced composites, and fatigue optimization. Research Interests: Civil Engineering Materials Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Nanotechnology Condensed Matter Physics Auxetic Structures and Materials Recent Work Highlights: His publications span topics like dynamic levelling systems in agriculture, nanoscale friction analysis, and optimization of structures for minimum weight and fatigue resistance. He collaborates on projects involving graphene, carbon nanotubes, and metamaterials, emphasizing practical applications in construction and energy absorption. Labs/Teams: Collaborates on advanced materials and structural design projects within RMIT's School of Engineering.

Lin TianView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Multi-scale modeling
• Aerosol transport
• Fluid dynamics
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Dr. Lin Tian is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. She holds expertise in multi-scale modeling of fluid dynamics and micro/nano particles, with a focus on aerosol transport, inhalation toxicity, and drug delivery in respiratory systems. Her research integrates computational methods like Lattice Boltzmann simulations to solve multiphase flow problems. Current projects include developing risk assessment platforms for inhaled carbon nanotubes and hydrodynamic modeling for underwater vehicle systems. Her academic journey includes roles as a Research Fellow at RMIT (2015–2018) and Assistant Professor at SUNY Canton, USA (2008–2014). She leads funded projects such as the DECRA-supported multi-scale risk assessment platform and DSTG-funded underwater vehicle hydrodynamics research. Teaching interests span advanced thermo-fluids, mechanics of solids, and computational fluid dynamics. Research highlights include nasal airflow modeling, fiber transport dynamics, and HVAC system optimization for pathogen control. Awards include the DECRA grant (2018), and her work addresses critical areas like occupational exposure, drug delivery efficacy, and sustainable building systems. Dr. Tian is open to supervising Masters and PhD students in computational fluid dynamics and multiphase flow applications.

Mateo AcostaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geomechanics
• Earthquake Science
• Crustal Deformation
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Mateo Acosta is an Assistant Professor of Geomechanics at Virginia Tech, specializing in earthquake mechanics, crustal deformation, and geomorphic processes. He serves as Center Director of the Center for Geomechanics and Mitigation of Geohazards (GMG) and Associate Director of the Center for Autonomous Systems and Technologies, bridging geoscience with engineering applications. His research integrates field observations, seismological and geodetic measurements, remote sensing, and laboratory experiments to develop kinematic and dynamic models. Key projects include seismicity forecasting in subsurface engineering operations, hydrology-crustal deformation interactions, Martian dune dynamics, Himalayan and Tibetan tectonic studies, and postseismic deformation analysis. Recent publications focus on induced seismicity mitigation, geothermal reservoir optimization, fault hydraulic properties, and earthquake nucleation mechanisms. These works span 2017-2025 with recurring themes in geothermal energy applications, CO2 storage safety, and computational geomechanical modeling. Scientific awards : Resnick Graduate Scholar Acosta contributes to earthquake physics outreach through media appearances, including a PBS Interview on geothermal systems. His work connects geological processes with practical engineering solutions for geohazard mitigation.

• Porous Media
• Computational Mechanics
• Bayesian Inference
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Mina Karimi is a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in the Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering at California Institute of Technology (Caltech). She is part of the Bhattacharya group, advised by Professor Kaushik Bhattacharya. Her research focuses on computational mechanics, poromechanics, and Bayesian inference applied to porous media systems. Key areas include reactive flow modeling, multiscale simulations, and data-driven approaches for subsurface engineering challenges. Her work integrates advanced computational methods with geomechanical and materials science problems, emphasizing energy systems and environmental applications. Recent studies explore carbon sequestration mechanisms, chemo-poro-mechanical coupling, and high-dimensional parameter estimation using Bayesian frameworks. She also investigates crack-healing phenomena in shape memory alloy composites and develops accelerated micromechanical models for solute transport. Publications span topics from machine learning-enhanced groundwater modeling to Hessian-informed sampling techniques for high-dimensional inverse problems. Her research bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in subsurface energy storage, geological carbon sequestration, and material behavior under extreme conditions. Advising is conducted under the mentorship of Prof. Bhattacharya, with affiliations to the Resnick Sustainability Institute at Caltech. Current efforts emphasize computational tools for poromechanics and uncertainty quantification in complex multiphase systems.

Kristine SpildoView profile

Professor

• Chemical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Interfacial Chemistry
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Kristine Spildo is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Bergen. Her research focuses on interfacial chemistry, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and polymer applications in reservoir engineering. She has contributed to studies on low salinity processes, surfactant flooding, and hydrophobically modified polymers for EOR. Her work combines experimental and theoretical approaches to understand multiphase flow in porous media. Education: PhD (1999), University of Bergen, titled 'Wettability and two-phase flow in capillary systems.' Master’s and Bachelor’s details not explicitly stated in text. Teaching includes Chemical Thermodynamics (KJEM210) and Surface and Colloid Science (KJEM214). She has advised doctoral students Alette Løbø Viken and Annette Meland Johannessen. Key research themes include polymer rheology, surfactant mechanisms, and reservoir fluid interactions. Her publications span over 25 years, emphasizing practical applications in petroleum engineering and materials science. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Chemistry and collaborations with NORCE Norwegian Research Center. Research interests include advancing EOR technologies through interdisciplinary approaches.

Chungen YinView profile

Associate Professor

• Thermal Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Modeling & Simulation
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Chungen Yin is an Associate Professor in Thermal Engineering at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science. He holds a PhD in Thermal/Fluids Engineering from 1998, specializing in Clean and Efficient Solid Fuel Combustion Technologies. His research focuses on advanced modeling of thermal/fluids systems for green transition, including CFD, digital twins, reacting flows (bioenergy, carbon capture), and heat transfer applications. He has contributed to over 137 publications and led 12 major projects, such as the BioNETzero initiative for net-zero emissions. Recognized as a top 1% scientist globally (Elsevier 2024), he also excels in teaching, winning multiple 'Teacher of the Year' awards and developing extensive course materials. His work spans biomass combustion, waste-to-energy, and industrial decarbonization. Education: PhD in Thermal/Fluids Engineering (1998): Clean and efficient solid fuel combustion for CHP, fluidized bed and fuel blending technologies. Research Interests: Modeling & Simulation for Green Transition, CFD/Digital Twins, Reacting Flows (Bioenergy, Carbon Capture), Heat Transfer Innovations, and Biomass/Waste Energy Systems. His work addresses challenges in boiler performance, combustion efficiency, and emissions reduction. Projects & Grants: BioNETzero (2024–2027): Oxy-combustion for bio-based CHP and negative emissions. Virtual Testing of Ammonia Marine Burners (2025–2028). Self-ignition Risks in Biomass Storage (2022–2025). Awards: World’s Top 1% Scientists (Elsevier/Stanford 2020–2024). Multiple 'Teacher of the Year' awards at AAU. Teaching & Advising: Supervised numerous PhD/MSc projects, served as international PhD opponent (Austria, China, Denmark, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden), and contributed to course development with over 3,500 slides across 10+ thermal/fluids courses.

• Energy Engineering
• Thermal Sciences
• Bioengineering
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Pauli Losoi is a University Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Department of Materials Science and Environmental Engineering at Tampere University. His expertise spans energy engineering, thermal sciences, and bioengineering, with a focus on bioreactor modeling, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. He teaches courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and biorefining processes, and supervises bachelor theses in energy engineering. Research interests include analytical modeling of large-scale bioreactors using diffusion equations, optimization of bioreactor homogenization, and microbial consortia dynamics. His work contributes to sustainable energy carrier processes and industrial biotechnology. Publications emphasize bioreactor design, substrate/oxygen dynamics, and gradient mitigation strategies. Collaborations with researchers like Jouni Konttinen and Ville Santala highlight interdisciplinary approaches in bioprocess engineering. No awards are explicitly listed, though his research has been cited in peer-reviewed journals. Advising focuses on bachelor-level theses in energy systems. His work is part of Tampere University's broader efforts in sustainable materials and environmental engineering.

Tehmina AmbreenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Thermal Management
• Nanofluids
• Phase Change Materials
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Dr. Tehmina Ambreen is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire's School of Physics, Engineering & Computer Science. She holds a PhD from Kyungpook National University, South Korea, and has held research positions at Kyungpook National University (Postdoctoral Researcher, 2021–2022) and the University of Sheffield (Research Associate, 2022–2023). Her research focuses on thermal management, nanofluids, phase change materials, and heat transfer in energy systems. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University (2021) BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering Research interests span thermal management of electronics/EV batteries, biomimetic heat exchangers, and thermal energy storage using phase change materials. She has published extensively on nanofluids, porous media, and heat sink optimization. Notable projects include designing thermal management systems for electric vehicle inverters and optimizing parabolic trough collectors. Her work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and experimental validation. Collaborations include studies on geothermal heat pumps and microfluidic fuel cells. Current affiliations include the Centre for Engineering Research at the University of Hertfordshire.

• Metallurgical Engineering
• Materials Science
• Sustainable Manufacturing
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Mikael Ersson is a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden. He holds a prominent role in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, contributing to academic leadership and research in metallurgical processes and sustainable materials production. His work focuses on advancing fossil-free steel production through innovative metallurgical processes and numerical modeling of high-temperature systems. Professor Ersson leads the MSc programs in Materials Design and Materials Science at KTH, emphasizing education and training for the next generation of materials engineers. He is actively involved in teaching courses such as Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transport, Material Design I, and Thermodynamics I, reflecting his expertise in both theoretical and applied aspects of materials science. His research interests span metallurgical process optimization, steel production sustainability, fluid mechanics in casting systems, and electromagnetic stirring. He employs computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and numerical modeling to study phenomena such as melt pool dynamics, solidification behavior, and inclusion transport in steel and magnesium alloys. Recent projects include investigations into hydrogen-reduced iron production, swirling flow effects in casting systems, and decarburization processes in converters. Professor Ersson collaborates with industry partners to bridge academic research with industrial applications, driving innovation in environmentally friendly steel manufacturing. His contributions have impacted the Nordic and EU steel industry's transition to sustainable practices. He is also engaged in academic outreach, organizing events like the Library Fair and contributing to student development through KTH’s campus initiatives.

• GeoEnergy and GeoStorage
• Reactive Multi-Phase Flow in Porous Media
• Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)
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Associate Professor Abbas Zeinijahromi holds a position at the University of Adelaide's School of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He serves as the Discipline Lead of Mining and Petroleum Engineering and holds the Chevron Chair in Carbon Storage Engineering. His expertise lies in GeoEnergy and GeoStorage, focusing on reactive multi-phase flow in porous media with applications in CO2 storage, hydrogen storage, and enhanced oil recovery. He leads the GeoEnergy and Storage Laboratory and co-leads the Formation Damage & EOR Research Group. Research Interests include CO2 Storage (CCUS), Underground Hydrogen Storage (UHS), Low Salinity Waterflooding, and Fines Migration phenomena. His work integrates mathematical and laboratory modeling to address challenges in subsurface energy systems. Publications span advanced modeling techniques for CO2 and hydrogen solubility, permeability impairment during CO2 injection, and mechanisms of fines migration in reservoirs. These studies emphasize environmental and energy sustainability through innovative subsurface engineering solutions. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed in the provided data. Teaching and supervision focus on energy resources engineering. He collaborates on grants related to carbon storage, hydrogen storage, and enhanced recovery technologies. Laboratory and team activities include the GeoEnergy and Storage Lab, emphasizing experimental and computational studies of subsurface processes.

Valeria OlivaresView profile

Assistant Professor

• Observational Astrophysics
• Galaxy Clusters
• Galaxy Groups
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Valeria Olivares is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Universidad de Santiago, Chile. She is an observational astrophysicist with a focus on galaxy clusters and groups, utilizing multi-wavelength data from facilities such as ALMA, MUSE, and Chandra. Previously, she was a NASA NPP Postdoctoral Fellow at NASA Ames Research Center and has held affiliations with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Observatoire de Paris. Current Position: Assistant Professor, Universidad de Santiago Former Position: NASA NPP Postdoc Fellow, NASA Ames Research Focus: AGN feedback, galaxy evolution, intracluster medium Observational Tools: ALMA, MUSE, Chandra, VLT/SINFONI Her research centers on understanding the life cycle of gas in galaxy clusters and groups, particularly how AGN feedback regulates cooling flows and drives multiphase filament formation. She investigates the origins of cold and warm gas in brightest cluster and group galaxies (BCGs/BGGs), combining X-ray, optical, and sub-mm observations to constrain physical mechanisms such as uplift by radio bubbles, thermal instability, and turbulence. Her work also extends to sub-millimeter galaxies, where she studies extreme star formation triggered by galaxy mergers. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in analyzing AGN feedback through X-ray cavity dynamics, Hα–X-ray correlations in filaments, and gas condensation in group-dominant galaxies. These studies employ large, unbiased samples such as the Planck SZ-selected clusters, allowing robust statistical analysis of feedback cycles across cosmic time. Scientific recognition includes a NASA press release titled 'Black Holes Can Cook for Themselves' (2025), highlighting her discovery of an Hα–X-ray surface brightness correlation in cooling-flow cluster filaments. This work underscores the self-regulating nature of AGN feedback in maintaining thermal balance in clusters. She actively collaborates with international teams, utilizing archival and new observational data. Her research is supported by access to major telescopes and space observatories. While formal student advising is not detailed, her collaborative publications suggest mentorship roles in large astrophysical projects. Valeria Olivares leads an active research program in extragalactic astrophysics, with a focus on observational campaigns that integrate multi-wavelength datasets to unravel the complex physics of galaxy evolution and AGN feedback.

Dale E. KleinView profile

Professor

• Nuclear Engineering
• Radiation Safety
• Energy Policy
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Dale E. Klein is the Cockrell Family Dean's Chair in Engineering Excellence and Professor of Nuclear and Radiation Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. He rejoined the university in 2022 after serving as a Presidential Appointee and as Associate Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of Texas System (2011–2022). Previously, he was Chairman of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (2006–2009), Commissioner of the NRC (2009–2010), and Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs under President George W. Bush. His academic roles include Director of the Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory and Deputy Director of the Center for Energy Studies. Dr. Klein holds a doctorate in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His research focuses on thermal hydraulics, nuclear waste management, and radiation safety, with over 100 technical publications and presentations. He serves on corporate boards including Southern Company and Pinnacle West/Arizona Public Service, and chairs the Nuclear Reform Monitoring Committee for Tokyo Electric Power Company post-Fukushima. His awards include Fellowships from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and American Nuclear Society, Engineer of the Year for Texas, and the University of Missouri Honor Award for Distinguished Service. His recent publications analyze natural convection in spent fuel storage, magnetohydrodynamic flow, and thermal property measurement techniques.