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• Network Function Virtualization
• Terahertz Communications
• 6G Networks
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Dr. Alan Davy is Head of Department at the Walton Institute for Information and Communications Systems Science, within the Department of Computing and Mathematics at South East Technological University (SETU), Ireland. He is an active faculty member and currently accepting PhD students, indicating ongoing academic leadership and research supervision. His research expertise lies at the intersection of advanced networking and artificial intelligence. Key interests include Network Function Virtualization (NFV) , 6G Terahertz Communications , Digital Twin technologies , and Quality of Service (QoS) management in latency-sensitive environments. He also explores applications of deep learning and LSTM models for Service-Level Agreement (SLA) prediction and violation prevention. The most recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in applying machine learning to network automation and performance optimization, particularly in next-generation wireless systems. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical implementation in software-defined and virtualized network architectures. Dr. Davy has contributed to editorial leadership, including a special section in IEEE Access on Software-Defined Networks for Smart Grids. His research has resulted in over 68 publications and significant citation impact, with work referenced in patents, highlighting real-world relevance. He supervises postgraduate research, with a record of five supervised works, though specific student names are not listed. His research is conducted within the Walton Institute, a center focused on information and communications systems science, suggesting collaborative team-based projects in next-generation networking technologies.

• Composite Structures
• Pressure Vessel Design
• Variable-Stiffness Composites
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Shahrzad Daghighi is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Limerick, where she conducts advanced research in composite structures and pressure vessel design. Her work bridges mechanical and aerospace engineering with a focus on innovative composite materials and structural optimization techniques. Research Interests: Her research centers on Composite Structures , Variable-Stiffness Composites , and Pressure Vessel Design for hydrogen storage and aerospace applications. She employs advanced design methods, including topology optimization, isogeometric analysis, and free-form design, to enhance structural performance under thermomechanical loading. Her work is highly interdisciplinary, intersecting materials science, energy systems, and computational mechanics. Publication Trends: Over the past five years, Dr. Daghighi has consistently published in high-impact journals such as AIAA Journal and Composite Structures , focusing on variable-angle-tow composites, bend-free pressure vessels, and thermomechanical analysis. Her research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward lightweight, high-performance composite systems for sustainable energy and aerospace applications. Scientific Recognition: Advising and Grants: While no formal students or grant details are listed, her collaborative research with prominent scholars like P.M. Weaver and G. Zucco suggests active participation in funded research projects and academic supervision. Her work likely involves graduate student mentorship and national or EU-level research funding, particularly in advanced materials and clean energy technologies. Labs and Research Teams: Dr. Daghighi is part of a dynamic research network in composite materials at the University of Limerick, likely affiliated with advanced manufacturing or aerospace research labs. Her collaborations indicate integration within a high-performance research group focused on next-generation composite structures and sustainable engineering solutions.

Ibrahim Saana AminuView profile

Researcher

• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Electrocatalysis
• Materials Science
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Ibrahim Saana Aminu is a Materials Scientist and Principal Investigator at the Bernal Institute, University of Limerick. He holds a position within the Department of Chemical Sciences and leads research focused on advanced nanomaterials for battery energy storage systems and electrocatalysis. As a module leader for Laboratory Calculations (CH4021), he contributes to the academic teaching mission of the university while maintaining an active research program. His educational background includes a BSc in Materials Engineering from KNUST-Ghana (2008), a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology (2017), and recent qualifications in Data Science and Analytics (2024) and Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence (2025, in progress). His research interests span multiple cutting-edge areas in energy storage and materials science. Dr. Aminu's research focuses on energy convection and storage in various battery systems (Li, Al, K-ion, and Zn-air), electrocatalysis processes (HER, OER, ORR, CO2RR), and the application of computational methods including DFT and machine learning for materials design. His work increasingly incorporates GenAI for new material frontiers and emphasizes deep materials characterization techniques. His publication record shows consistent output with an h-index of 44 (Google Scholar), focusing primarily on lithium-ion battery anode materials, nanowire networks, and novel synthesis approaches. The research demonstrates a clear progression toward more complex materials systems and increasingly sophisticated characterization and computational methods. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (€197K) SFI-Industry Research & Innovation Fund award (€160K) for FAMASES project SFI-IRC Pathway Project funding (€566K) for CANFIBAT Enterprise Development funding (€57K) Participation in €8M Horizon Europe SiGNE project Participation in €700K SEAI R-CUBE project Invitation to 71st Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting (2022) Dr. Aminu has secured substantial independent research funding exceeding €980K and contributed to major collaborative projects totaling over €8.7M. His research program includes supervision of PhD students and collaboration with industry partners including Analog Devices International. His work at the Centre for Battery and Energy Materials Research positions him at the forefront of next-generation battery technology development, with applications in electric vehicles and sustainable energy systems. His recent participation in the prestigious Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting underscores his standing in the international research community.

James GleesonView profile

Professor

• Complex Networks
• Stochastic Dynamics
• Mathematical Modelling
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James Gleeson is a Professor and Chair in Industrial and Applied Mathematics at the University of Limerick, holding this position since 2007. He is affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the Centre for Research Training in Foundations of Data Science, and serves as co-director of the Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science and Industry (MACSI). His educational background includes: PhD in Applied Mathematics, California Institute of Technology Masters in Mathematical Physics, University College Dublin Bachelor in Mathematical Science, University College Dublin Professor Gleeson's research centers on mathematical modelling of stochastic dynamics within complex systems and networks, bridging theoretical frameworks with real-world applications. Through MACSI, he collaborates extensively with industry and scientific partners to solve practical problems using advanced mathematical techniques, with significant contributions to network science and epidemic modelling. His recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate a cohesive focus on network-based contagion processes, pandemic response modeling, and system resilience. Key themes include the application of branching processes to clustered networks, analysis of contact tracing efficacy in clique-structured populations, and agent-based validation of social interaction models, reflecting his dual commitment to theoretical rigor and societal impact. As an active PhD supervisor and co-director of MACSI, Professor Gleeson secures collaborative research funding from industry partners while mentoring the next generation of mathematical scientists. His group's work directly addresses real-world challenges through mathematical innovation. Leading MACSI's interdisciplinary team, he fosters partnerships between academia and industry to develop mathematical solutions for diverse sectors including public health, engineering, and data science, emphasizing practical implementation of theoretical advances.

• Materials Science
• Chemistry
• Polymer Science
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Sousa Javannikkhah is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Sciences at the University of Limerick and a researcher at SSPC - the Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre for Pharmaceuticals. Their work develops advanced materials for gas separation, with emphasis on carbon dioxide capture and acetylene purification in pharmaceutical and industrial contexts. Research interests span materials science, polymer chemistry, and porous materials engineering. Key areas include block copolymers, graphene, self-assembly, and crystal engineering. This research addresses global sustainability challenges through innovative material design for carbon capture, clean energy, and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Analysis of recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward ultramicroporous polymers and coordination networks for selective gas separation, particularly acetylene/carbon dioxide systems. The research integrates computational modeling with experimental synthesis to explore structure-property relationships, surface phenomena, and transient porosity effects in next-generation separation materials. No information is available regarding graduate student advising or research grant funding for Dr. Javannikkhah. As part of SSPC, Dr. Javannikkhah contributes to Ireland's national research infrastructure in pharmaceutical materials science, focusing on advanced material design for drug delivery systems and manufacturing technologies through collaborative international projects.

Maria Chiara LevaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human Factors
• Human Reliability Analysis
• Human Machine Interface Design
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Dr Maria Chiara Leva serves as a Senior Lecturer within the Faculty of Sciences and Health at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), specifically in the Department of Food Science & Environmental Health. She concurrently holds a visiting lecturer position for Risk Assessment and Safety Management in Trinity College Dublin's School of Engineering, while maintaining associated Principal Investigator roles at TU Dublin's Science and Technology in Advanced Manufacturing research centre and Trinity's Centre for Innovative Human Systems. Her research program centers on Human Factors, Human Reliability Analysis, Human Machine Interface Design, Safety Management Systems, and Safety Culture, with over 60 publications spanning operational risk assessment and safety engineering applications. Dr Leva's work demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational human reliability modeling toward integrated safety management frameworks, with recent publications emphasizing real-time workload monitoring, risk intelligence systems, and cross-industry applications in manufacturing and process safety. Her research bridges theoretical human factors principles with practical implementation in high-risk operational environments. Dr Leva leads significant industry-academic initiatives including the spin-out company 'Tosca Human Factors Solutions', which originated from an EU project she directed as Principal Investigator. Her leadership extends to professional societies where she co-chairs the European Safety and Reliability Association's Human Factors technical committee and previously chaired the Irish Ergonomics Society. She also co-founded the annual Symposium on Human Mental Workload, now in its third iteration. Scientific Awards Female Founder Competitive Start Fund (National Digital Research Centre and Enterprise Ireland, 2016) Dr Leva has secured substantial research funding through EU projects and national grants, establishing her campus company as a conduit for translating academic research into industry solutions. Her advisory role in Tosca Human Factors Solutions demonstrates successful commercialization of academic expertise, while her ongoing research collaborations with manufacturing and process safety sectors highlight practical impact. She actively mentors through her academic positions and symposium organization, fostering next-generation researchers in human factors engineering. Her work operates within the interdisciplinary ecosystem of TU Dublin's Food Science & Environmental Health department and Trinity's engineering research centres, focusing on human-system integration challenges across food safety, industrial manufacturing, and critical infrastructure sectors.

• Social Network Analysis
• Multimedia Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
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Kashif Ahmad serves as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Munster Technological University (MTU), Cork, Ireland, and holds an Associate Investigator position with the CONNECT research centre. His academic career includes prior postdoctoral research roles at Hamad Bin Khalifa University in Doha, Qatar, and Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Education: BSc in Computer Systems Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan (2010) MSc in Computer Systems Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan (2013) PhD, University of Trento, Italy (2017) His research centers on Social Network Analysis and Multimedia Analytics, with specialized focus on Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing applications for Smart Cities. He investigates data-driven methodologies to optimize urban infrastructure, transportation systems, and public service delivery through advanced computational techniques. His work bridges theoretical AI frameworks with practical urban challenges, emphasizing scalable solutions for modern metropolitan environments. As a CONNECT Associate Investigator, Ahmad contributes to Ireland's national telecommunications research initiative, collaborating on next-generation network technologies and cross-institutional projects focused on digital urban transformation.

Mélanie BourocheView profile

Lecturer

• Distributed Systems
• Middleware for Future Cities
• Participatory Sensing
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Mélanie Bouroche is a Lecturer and Funded Investigator at CONNECT, Trinity College Dublin (TCD). She serves as manager of the Future Cities Research program within the School of Computer Science and Statistics, focusing on urban-scale reliable context-aware applications. Education: INP Grenoble (2003), M.Sc. in Computer Science (2003), Ph.D. from Trinity College Dublin (2008) With over 15 years of research experience, her work spans Distributed Systems, Middleware for Future Cities, Participatory Sensing, and Smart Vehicle Coordination. She collaborates with Intel Labs, Bell Labs, Dublin City Council, and other public/private entities to develop scalable urban computing solutions. As part of CONNECT Centre, Mélanie leads interdisciplinary teams in creating programming abstractions for next-generation smart city infrastructure, integrating sensor networks and vehicular coordination systems.

• Quantum Optical Communications
• Free Space Optical Communications
• Machine Learning Applications
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Dmitrii Briantcev is a Researcher at the CONNECT Centre, Trinity College Dublin, working on the IrelandQCI project in Quantum Optical Communications since June 2023. He holds a Bachelor's in Radiophysics from Saint Petersburg State University (2018) and MS/PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from KAUST, where his research focused on Machine Learning and Physical Simulations for Free Space Optical (FSO) communication systems. His educational background: Bachelor in Radiophysics, Saint Petersburg State University (2018) MS and PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Dmitrii's research spans optical and quantum communications domains. His current IrelandQCI project involves building national quantum communication infrastructure, while prior PhD work developed machine learning models for FSO reliability. His broader interests integrate Cybersecurity, Satellite Communications, and Smart Cities applications in next-generation networks. As part of CONNECT's quantum communications team, he contributes to Ireland's quantum testbed development. No information is available regarding advisory roles, grants, or scientific awards.

• Photonic Integrated Circuits
• Optical Performance Monitoring
• Machine Learning

Olivia Butler is a CONNECT PhD researcher at Trinity College Dublin, supervised by Dr. Aleksandra Kaszubowska-Anandarajah. Her work focuses on optical performance monitoring for future network technologies using advanced photonic systems. Education: B.A.I in Electronic and Computer Engineering from Trinity College Dublin Research Interests: Olivia specializes in Photonic Integrated Circuits , with expertise in Optical Monitoring and Machine Learning applications for network optimization. Her doctoral research explores adaptive monitoring frameworks for customized optical networks. Projects: Previously worked on the DTIF iLife project, focusing on static characterization and calibration of photonic integrated circuits for next-generation laser systems.

Anthony RobinsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Thermal Sciences
• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics
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Anthony Robinson serves as an Associate Professor and CONNECT Funded Investigator within the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Trinity College Dublin. His research spans experimental and computational thermal sciences, thermodynamics, and applied energy systems with field experience across Ireland, France, Canada, and Africa. His primary research focuses on advanced thermal management solutions including thermal interface materials, single- and two-phase liquid cooling systems, extreme heat flux management, heat pipe technologies, and enhanced convective cooling methods for electronics. This work bridges fundamental heat transfer science with practical engineering applications in high-performance computing and network infrastructure. Robinson has authored over 130 peer-reviewed publications, 70+ technical industry reports, 8 invention disclosures, and 7 patents. As a CONNECT Centre investigator, he leads research teams developing thermal management innovations critical to dependable network systems, with particular emphasis on electronics cooling challenges in next-generation computing environments.