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• Fluid Dynamics
• Thin Film Mechanics
• Viscous Fingering
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Mr Haolin Yang is a Tutor and Demonstrator in the School of Mathematics & Statistics at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, particularly thin film mechanics and viscous fingering phenomena in lubricated systems. He has contributed to studies on non-porous fluid spreading and interfacial dynamics in complex substrates. Recent work includes investigations into viscous fingering patterns and thin film stability published in the Journal of Fluid Mechanics . Collaborations involve researchers like Prof. Katarzyna N. Kowal and Prof. Nigel J. Mottram.

Santanu Kumar DasView profile

Researcher

• Fluid Mechanics
• Electrohydrodynamics
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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Santanu Kumar Das is a Researcher affiliated with Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany. His work focuses on fluid dynamics, nonlinear systems, and applied mathematical methods. He has contributed to understanding viscoelastic fluid behavior under electric fields, viscous fingering phenomena in Hele-Shaw cells, and drop impact dynamics. Research interests include electrohydrodynamics, structural dynamics of beams, and numerical techniques for solving nonlinear oscillator problems. His articles span experimental and computational approaches to multiphase flows, instability mechanisms, and analytical methods for engineering systems. No academic awards or grants explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. No advising or team/laboratory affiliations detailed in the current data.

• Process Systems Engineering
• Mathematical Optimisation
• Sustainable Energy Systems
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Dr Michael Short is an Associate Professor of Process Systems Engineering at the University of Surrey , affiliated with the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering and the Surrey Institute for Sustainability . His research focuses on mathematical optimisation tools for sustainable process design, bioenergy systems, renewable energy integration, and pandemic risk modelling. Current projects include AI-driven biogas production optimisation and carbon-negative chemical synthesis. EPSRC-funded £1.7M project on AI for biogas production Co-I in £5M Supergen Bioenergy Impact Hub Developed open-source DECO2 software for ASEAN decarbonisation His team applies mixed-integer nonlinear programming (MINLP) and machine learning to industrial challenges in pharmaceuticals, aquaculture, and microbreweries. Collaborations span Eli Lilly, Pfizer, and universities in Japan, Malaysia, and Brazil. Supervised projects address grid-scale energy storage, CO2 utilisation, and rural electrification. Scientific Awards : 2021 EPSRC Impact Acceleration Account Commercialisation Fellow Best Speaker Award at 2020 Sustainable Process Integration Lab Conference Editorial Board Member of Journal of Water Process Engineering Recent publications examine direct air capture integration, waste-to-energy brewing processes, and whole-system energy models. Supervises students in distributed energy systems, catalytic processes, and sustainable design.

• Chemical Engineering
• Multiphase Flow
• Energy Optimisation in Wastewater Treatment
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Rex Thorpe is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Surrey 's School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. His work spans multiphase flow analysis, energy optimisation in wastewater treatment, and innovative chemical recycling technologies. Former Head of Chemical and Process Engineering (2008-2015), he has pioneered research in anaerobic digestion flexibilisation and membrane technology for water treatment. Key research areas: multiphase flows in industrial systems Energy recovery from sewage sludge Advanced plastic recycling methods Volatile organic compound (VOC) abatement His recent publications focus on direct contact heat exchangers , dynamic biogas systems , and salinity effects on membrane permeability . The studies frequently combine experimental validation with mathematical modelling across scales from pilot plants to full municipal operations. Scientific accolades include: Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (FIChemE) Chartered Engineer (CEng) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) As an educator, he teaches Energy and Industrial Systems and Process Equipment Design modules. His legacy includes foundational work on pipe bend forces, fluidised bed conveying, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) calibration techniques.

Andrés F. ClarensView profile

Professor

• Decarbonization of infrastructure
• Carbon capture and sequestration
• Low-carbon cement development
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Andrés F. Clarens is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia and Associate Director of the UVA Environmental Institute. His research focuses on decarbonization pathways for infrastructure systems, including industrial sectors like cement production and energy systems. He leads the Clarens Lab, which develops low-carbon cements and models climate mitigation strategies using tools like industrial ecology and systems analysis. His work integrates geoscience, engineering, and policy to address climate change challenges. Clarens holds a B.S. from the University of Virginia and advanced degrees from the University of Michigan. Key research areas include carbon capture/sequestration, negative emissions technologies, and sustainable materials. He has been recognized with awards like the NSF CAREER Award and a Fulbright Fellowship. Teaching responsibilities include courses on environmental engineering fundamentals, green engineering, and water chemistry. Current students include PhD candidates Suzanne Moore Nguyen, Wade Fritzeen, and Kimmie Dela Cerna. Recent initiatives include advancing U.S. industrial innovation policy at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (2024). His lab's C5 cement project develops low-emission alternatives to traditional cement using calcium silicate carbonation. Collaborative grants include DOE ARPA-E and NSF funding. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications span topics from carbon storage to biofuel lifecycle assessments. Research highlights include modeling climate policies under 1.5°C targets and quantifying mineral reactivity via machine learning.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Multiphase Flow
• Reactive Flow
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Henrik Ström is an Assistant Professor in Fluid Dynamics at Chalmers University of Technology, specializing in multiphase flow modeling, reactive flow analysis, and rarefied flow simulation. His research spans molecular to continuum levels, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. He has contributed to over 160 publications, focusing on automotive catalysis, bubble dynamics, biomass conversion, and CFD-DEM modeling. Research Interests: Multiphase flow dynamics, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), reactive flow modeling, automotive exhaust systems, and biomass thermochemical processes. He explores phenomena such as lift forces on deformable bubbles, soot generation in gasifiers, and flow distribution optimization in catalytic converters. Projects include advanced modeling of catalytic converters, particle-fluid coupling in biomass conversion, and carbon capture technologies. He collaborates on automotive pollution control, heat exchanger design, and nanoscale catalytic systems. His work integrates experimental validation with high-resolution numerical simulations.

Zhiliang XuView profile

Professor

• Computational Physics
• Mathematical and Computational Biology
• Numerical Solution of Differential Equations
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Zhiliang Xu is a Professor in the Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Notre Dame's College of Science. His research focuses on computational physics, mathematical and computational biology, numerical methods for PDEs, and scientific computing. He holds a Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Stony Brook (2002) and an M.S. from Beijing University of Aerospace and Astronautics, China (1997). Dr. Xu's work emphasizes computational modeling of physical and biological systems, including fluid dynamics and complex fluids. His recent studies explore high-order numerical schemes for PDEs, biomechanical interactions in blood clotting, and cell behavior modeling. His articles span computational methods for interface problems, phase-field models, and neural network-based PDE solutions. While no awards or grants are explicitly listed, his extensive publications reflect contributions to computational and applied mathematics. His research often integrates experimental data with computational tools, such as 3D imaging analysis of fibrin networks. He maintains an active role in interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly in biomedical and fluid dynamics contexts.

Ivett LeyvaView profile

Professor

• Hypersonic Aerodynamics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
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Ivett Leyva is the Department Head and Arthur McFarland Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University’s College of Engineering. Her research focuses on hypersonic aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion stability. She holds a Ph.D. (1999) and M.S. (1995) in Aeronautics, and a B.S. in Engineering and Applied Science (1994), all from the California Institute of Technology. Her honors include Fellowships from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (2021), Air Force Research Laboratory (2019), and National Research Council (2011). Notable awards include the Meritorious Civilian Service Medal (Air Force, 2019-2020) and the Technology Rising Star Award (2015). Key research areas include boundary layer transition in hypersonic flows, coaxial jet instabilities, and combustion dynamics under cryogenic conditions. Her experimental work often employs shock tubes and advanced diagnostic techniques to study high-enthalpy environments. Labs/Teams: Hypersonic Aerodynamics Lab, Combustion Stability Research Group Grants: Active funding from Air Force Research Laboratory and NASA for hypersonic flight experiments

Ibere AlvesView profile

Professor

• Gas and Oil Production
• Two-Phase Flow Modeling
• Artificial Lift
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Ibere Alves is a Professor of Practice at Texas A&M University's Department of Petroleum Engineering. With extensive industry experience at Petrobras, he specializes in multiphase flow, artificial lift, and deepwater production systems. He holds a PhD from Tulsa University and BS/MS from Brazilian institutions. Alves' research develops models for temperature distribution, bubble dynamics, and annular flow behavior. Recent work evaluates economic impacts of deepwater field developments. Publications combine theoretical fluid dynamics with practical applications in wellbore design and production optimization. Teaching focuses on integrating industry perspectives into petroleum engineering education.

Zhilin LiView profile

Professor

• Numerical Analysis
• Scientific Computing
• Partial Differential Equations
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Zhilin Li is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University. He is affiliated with the College of Sciences and specializes in numerical analysis, scientific computing, and partial differential equations. His research focuses on developing numerical methods for interface problems, irregular domains, and complex fluid dynamics systems. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Washington (1994). Research interests include: numerical methods for PDEs with free boundaries, finite difference/element methods, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and biological flow simulations. He has contributed to advancing high-order compact schemes, immersed interface methods, and adaptive finite element techniques. Recent work emphasizes solving anisotropic diffusion problems, moving contact line dynamics, and multiphase flow challenges in engineering and biomedical contexts. His methods address accuracy and stability in complex geometries and discontinuous coefficients. Key contributions include the Immersed Interface Method (IIM) for interface problems and novel finite difference schemes for irregular domains. His research spans applications from petroleum engineering (wellbore stability) to neuroscience (neuroregeneration). Grants and collaborations are implied through his publications, though specific funding details are not listed here. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary projects combining mathematics with engineering and life sciences.

• Aeroacoustics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Dr. You-Wei Ho is a Research Fellow at the Mathematics Institute, University of Warwick. His work focuses on aeroacoustics and fluid dynamics, employing advanced numerical methods such as finite-difference schemes, Runge-Kutta methods, and large-eddy simulations (LES) to study acoustic resonance in cavity flows. Recent research includes investigations into inclined deep cavities and the optimization of computational techniques for aeroacoustic applications. His research interests revolve around understanding noise generation mechanisms in complex fluid systems, particularly through computational modeling and high-fidelity simulations. He explores turbulence-noise interaction, flow-acoustic coupling, and flow control strategies to mitigate acoustic resonance effects in engineering contexts. Publications from 2021–2024 highlight his contributions to numerical aeroacoustics and LES applications, with recent work (2024) emphasizing comparative studies of optimized computational schemes. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. He advises no known students and is affiliated with the Mathematics Institute at Warwick.

• Model-Driven Formulation Engineering
• Digital Manufacturing
• Industry 4.0
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Dr. Estefania Lopez-Quiroga is an Associate Professor at the University of Birmingham's School of Chemical Engineering, specializing in Model-Driven Formulation Engineering. She leads the Centre for Doctoral Training in Formulation Engineering for Net Zero and coordinates Industry 4.0 modules for MSc programs. Her work integrates computational tools with process engineering to advance sustainable manufacturing in food, pharma, and FMCG sectors. Education: MEng in Mining Engineering, MSc in Mathematical Engineering, PhD in Applied Mathematics. She holds Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) credentials. Research focuses on digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0 applications, and sustainable production. Key areas include model-based approaches for crystallization, freeze-drying, and production-scale optimization. Her work bridges soft matter physics with engineering solutions for product performance and process efficiency. Publications highlight sustainability assessments across production scales, energy-efficient processes, and computational modeling innovations. Awarded the IChemE Hutchison Medal 2020 for groundbreaking work on decentralized food manufacturing. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate plant optimization and postgraduate Industry 4.0 modules. Supervises PhD/EngD students in formulation engineering, emphasizing real-world industrial collaboration. Labs/Teams: Active in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Formulation Engineering, collaborating with industry partners on scalable and sustainable manufacturing solutions.

• Porous Media
• Subsurface Flow Modeling
• Reservoir Engineering
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Carl Fredrik Berg is a Professor in the Department of Geosciences at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on porous media flow, subsurface reservoir modeling, and energy-efficient production strategies in petroleum engineering. Key areas include multiphase flow dynamics, CO₂ sequestration, phase-field modeling, and digital rock physics. Recent work emphasizes the interplay between material microstructure and macroscopic properties, particularly in porous media. Collaborations involve developing advanced computational methods for reservoir simulation, optimization algorithms for well placement, and energy policy analysis under CO₂ taxation frameworks. Publications highlight contributions to phase-field equations, permeability estimation from CT scans, and stochastic modeling for subsurface flows. His work bridges theoretical physics, applied mathematics, and engineering applications in oil recovery and environmental geoscience.

• Petroleum Engineering
• Reservoir Fluid Characterization
• CO2 Sequestration
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Curtis Hays Whitson is a Professor at the Institute of Geo Sciences, NTNU, affiliated with the Petroleum Technical Center. His research focuses on reservoir fluid characterization, CO2 sequestration, unconventional reservoirs, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). He has advised numerous PhD students and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications since 1980, including seminal works on PVT modeling, diffusion mechanisms, and shale gas optimization. His recent work emphasizes field-scale EOR optimization and CO2 injection in fractured systems. Whitson has supervised doctoral theses on topics like CO2-EOR in Iran’s Haft Kel field and gas-cycling benchmarking. His research integrates reservoir simulation, material balance analysis, and multiphase flow dynamics. Key research themes include: (1) CO2 injection in chalk and unconventional reservoirs, (2) diffusion-driven recovery mechanisms, (3) shale gas depletion performance, and (4) integrated field optimization. His articles span fluid property characterization, numerical modeling of transport phenomena, and production optimization strategies. Whitson collaborates widely with industry partners on projects involving experimental fluid analysis and reservoir-plant integration.

• Porous Media
• Fluid Dynamics
• Environmental Engineering
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Dr. Alexander Badalyan is a Research Fellow at the Australian School of Petroleum, University of Adelaide. Previously, he held positions at Grozny State Oil Technical University (Russian Federation/USSR) and the University of South Australia. His research focuses on porous media dynamics, including CO2 storage, fluid flow in reservoirs, and fines migration mechanisms. He has contributed to over 67 peer-reviewed journal articles and 46 conference publications, with a particular emphasis on environmental and petroleum engineering applications. Research interests include suspension flow in porous media, manometric gas adsorption for solid characterization, thermophysical properties of fluids, and supercritical CO2 applications. He has developed computer-based systems for real-time process monitoring and control, and his work extends to dissolved gas analysis in power transformers and online water quality monitoring. His contributions to innovative technologies earned the 2002 University of South Australia Vice-Chancellor Award for Innovation. Current research trends span CO2 storage challenges, fracture network behavior, and formation damage mitigation. He collaborates on interdisciplinary projects combining experimental and mathematical modeling approaches, addressing critical issues in subsurface engineering and environmental sustainability.