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Merrick MahoneyView profile

Associate Professor

• Metallurgical Engineering
• Coking Technology
• Coal Processing
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Associate Professor Merrick Mahoney is an Honorary Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle. He is affiliated with the Centre for Ironmaking Materials Research, part of the College of Engineering, Science and Environment. His research focuses on metallurgical coke properties, coal coking processes, and material behavior under high-temperature conditions. Key interests include coke abrasion resistance, mineral-matrix interactions, and the structural evolution of carbon during coking. Research highlights include advanced techniques such as CT scanning, X-ray imaging, and rheometry to analyze coke microstructure and reactivity. His work bridges fundamental material science with industrial applications, addressing challenges in coal blending, coking pressure management, and coke quality prediction. Publications from 2024 focus on gas-atmosphere effects on coke abrasion in blast furnaces, while 2023 studies employ xenon K-edge subtraction to map porosity. Earlier works (2020–2022) explore plastic layer chemistry, mineral dispersion (Ca/Fe interactions), and 3D microstructural analysis. His contributions emphasize linking microstructural features to macroscopic material properties and process optimization. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though his extensive publication record reflects sustained research excellence. Advising and grants sections remain unspecified in the provided data. Mahoney is based at the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), contributing to interdisciplinary energy and materials research.

Vladimir KuznetsovView profile

Lecturer

• Functional materials for energy storage
• Electronic materials
• Sustainable energy
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Dr Vladimir Kuznetsov is a Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Brasenose College. He holds a MSc and PhD from Moscow State University. His roles include Teaching Lab Supervisor and Manager at the Department of Chemistry (2005–2018), Senior Departmental Research Officer (2005–2015), and Stipendiary Lecturer at multiple Oxford colleges (2007–2019). His research focuses on functional materials for energy storage/ conversion, electronic materials, sustainable energy, hydrogen economy, and CO₂ conversion catalysts. Notable contributions include studies on zeolite catalysts, transparent conducting oxides, and microwave-assisted catalytic processes. Selected publications highlight advancements in coking mechanisms over zeolites, hydrogen bond dynamics in methanol-olefin systems, and ZnO thin film conductivity. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied energy solutions. Dr Kuznetsov has held senior positions in Russia and Cardiff University, contributing to global collaborations in energy materials research. His lab investigates novel catalysts and sustainable energy systems, emphasizing practical applications for decarbonization challenges.

Hamed AslannejadView profile

Assistant Professor

• Renewable Energy
• Energy Transition
• Hydrogen Production and Use
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Dr. Hamed Aslannejad is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, specializing in Energy & Resources. He leads projects on green hydrogen production and energy transition strategies, including coordination of Utrecht University's Hydrogen initiative and the HyUSE national project. His research focuses on renewable energy systems, multi-phase fluid dynamics, and machine learning applications in energy modeling. Education: Cum Laude BSc, MSc, and PhD in Chemical Engineering. Key roles: Member of GroenkrachtNL executive committee and Stuttgart University's SFB 1313 research group. Research highlights include pioneering work on hydrogen use in industries and mobility, electrochemical system simulations, and porous media modeling. Awards include the 2021 Interpore Rosette and 2020 InterPore Young Researcher Award.

Tim SendenView profile

Professor

• Tomography
• Pore Scale Analysis
• Porosity Studies
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Prof Tim Senden is a Director at the Research School of Physics, The Australian National University. He holds a BSc(Hons) and PhD in Physics. His research focuses on advanced imaging techniques applied to materials science, reservoir characterization, and biomedical applications. Specializes in tomography, pore-scale analysis, and microscopy-based materials evaluation. Active in collaborative research with over 163 publications and 41 projects since 1991. Key areas include reservoir core analysis, biomaterials for medical imaging, and archaeological materials characterization. Leads projects on electromagnetic diagnostics, environmental-technological integration, and climate change mitigation strategies. Education: BSc(Hons) PhD Research Interests: Explores tomographic imaging techniques for multidisciplinary applications: Pore-scale fluid dynamics in reservoir cores Development of radiolabeled composites for medical diagnostics 3D microstructural analysis of archaeological artifacts Recent work bridges microscopy with environmental and biomedical challenges, evidenced by publications in Biomaterials Research and Scientific Reports . Key Projects: Frameworks and Methods for Social-Environmental-Technological Integration (2024-2026) Microscopy Australia (2007-2028) NETs Climate Change Mitigation Survey (2019) Advances imaging methodologies through lab facilities at ANU, contributing to both academic and applied research domains.

Steffen SchlueterView profile

Researcher

• Soil Science
• Environmental Microbiology
• Ecology
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Steffen Schlueter is a Senior Researcher at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), affiliated with the Department of Soil System Science under the Ecosystems of the Future research unit. His work focuses on soil structure, imaging technologies, and ecological interactions. He holds a Habilitation in Soil Science from Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg and a PhD from TU Dresden, with postdoctoral research at UFZ and international institutions. Education highlights include a diploma in Geography with a focus on physical geography, soil science, and hydrology from TU Dresden, along with advanced studies in soil physics at UFZ. His academic journey includes a Humboldt fellowship and international collaborations in the US and Australia. Research interests span 3D imaging, pore-scale fluid dynamics, and soil-carbon dynamics. Key projects include the GLIMPSE initiative on microbiota-plant-soil interactions and DFG-funded studies on denitrification and soil structure turnover. He leads the Soil Structure and Function research group, contributing to global datasets on soil biodiversity and microbial responses to climate extremes. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating microbiology, remote sensing, and climate science. Collaborations with institutions like the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) highlight his role in advancing sustainable land management strategies under climate change.

Srigokul UpadhyayulaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Optical Imaging
• Biomedical Engineering
• Data Analysis
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Srigokul Upadhyayula is an Assistant Professor in Residence in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley. He serves as the Scientific Director of the Advanced Bioimaging Center (ABC) and is a Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Imaging Scientist. His work bridges applied engineering with basic science, focusing on developing cutting-edge imaging technologies like the Adaptive Optical Multi-functional Lattice Light-Sheet Microscope. The ABC specializes in handling tera- to petabyte-scale imaging data, integrating artificial intelligence to analyze complex datasets and advance both fundamental and translational research. Academic Role: Assistant Professor in Residence Directorships: Advanced Bioimaging Center, CZI Imaging Scientist Research interests center on optical imaging systems, high-resolution microscopy, and computational workflows for biological data analysis. Key projects include multi-scale imaging across millimeter-scale specimens and long-term imaging sessions, emphasizing the synergy between advanced microscopy and AI-driven data interpretation. Publications highlight breakthroughs in lattice light-sheet microscopy, clathrin-mediated endocytosis, and mitochondrial dynamics. His work has been featured on Science and eLife covers, underscoring contributions to cellular and developmental biology. Advising and grants involve leading interdisciplinary teams to develop imaging infrastructure and computational tools. The ABC aims to democratize access to advanced imaging through open-source workflows. Laboratory initiatives include the ABC’s global imaging initiative, combining hardware innovation with AI to solve complex biological questions.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Environmental Geotechnics
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Professor Hossam Abuel-Naga is the Head of the Department of Engineering at La Trobe University in Australia and holds an Adjunct Professorship at Chongqing University, China. With over 25 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, his expertise spans soil behavior under multi-physical coupled processes, including applications in nuclear waste disposal, methane hydrate mining, energy foundations, and landfill systems. Education & Career: Senior Lecturer and Geo-Engineering Research Lead, University of Manchester (UK) Senior Lecturer, University of Auckland (New Zealand) Research Fellow, Monash University (Australia) Research Interests: Focuses on geotechnical materials, sustainable construction, AI-driven geotechnical modeling, and environmental geotechnics. Specific areas include soil-structure interaction, energy geostructures, waste management, and novel material characterization techniques. Contributions: Authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications, served as a panelist for the National Science Foundation (USA), and editorial roles in international journals. His work emphasizes bridging experimental and computational methods to address geotechnical challenges in energy systems and sustainable infrastructure. Grants & Collaboration: Evaluated grants for the Swiss National Science Foundation and Australian Research Council. Active in global geotechnical networks, focusing on interdisciplinary solutions for environmental and energy infrastructure problems.

Andy TakeView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Image and Video Processing and Analysis
• Civil Engineering
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Andy Take is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Queen's University, affiliated with Smith Engineering. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering, image/video processing, and climate change adaptation. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held roles including Vice Chair of ISSMGE TC104 (Physical Modelling). Education: PhD (2003) in Geotechnical Engineering from Cambridge University; M.Sc.Eng (1998) and Bachelor's (1997) in Civil Engineering from the University of New Brunswick. Research interests include landslide mechanics, tailings dam safety, railway resilience in permafrost regions, and geotechnical physical modeling. His lab develops methods like geoPIV software for deformation analysis and investigates pore pressure dynamics in landslides. Awards include the R.M. Quigley Award (2011) and Early Researcher Award (Ontario). He leads Queen's GeoEngineering Centre and collaborates globally on initiatives like PermaRail and CanBreach projects. Advances in tailings dam breach modeling and landslide-tsunami interaction are key areas of contribution, supported by NSERC, CFI, and industry partnerships.

Matthias SchröterView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Granular Physics
• Statistical Mechanics
• Materials Science
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Dr. Matthias Schröter is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Duke Kunshan University and a consultant at Hypatia - Science Consulting. His research focuses on granular physics, statistical mechanics, and imaging techniques, with emphasis on granular packing structures, fluid dynamics, and material characterization. He holds a habilitation (postdoctoral qualification) and has conducted postdoctoral research from 2015-2018. His work spans experimental and theoretical studies, including analysis of granular shear bands, X-ray tomography of particle systems, and neutron tomography for porous media. He has contributed to understanding contact networks in frictional ellipsoid packs and coarsening mechanisms in granular mixtures. His expertise includes advanced imaging methods such as superresolution microscopy and neutron tomography. Research interests include granular matter dynamics, phase transitions in granular systems, and structural analysis of amorphous materials. His publications frequently address experimental methodologies for granular media characterization and fluid dynamics in porous systems. He has advised on projects involving granular segregation, fluid flow in porous media, and thermal characterization of granular systems. His consulting work bridges academic research with industrial applications in materials science and imaging technology.

• Petroleum Engineering
• Porous Media
• Reservoir Simulation
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Zeyun Jiang is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society and the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. His research focuses on porous media, permeability, porosity, and advanced computational modeling techniques. Key areas include reservoir characterization, fluid dynamics in geological formations, and the integration of machine learning with traditional methods. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13) through his work on geoscience and energy engineering. Recent research explores three-phase displacement mechanisms, pore-scale flow modeling, and X-ray tomography applications. Collaborations involve institutions like the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering, with projects addressing fluid dynamics, reservoir simulation, and rock property analysis. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided information.

• Geomechanics
• Rock Deformation
• Subsurface Reservoirs
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Helen Lewis is an Associate Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, Heriot-Watt University, and part of the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. She holds roles such as Director of the Applied Geoscience MSc and has served on committees including Postgraduate Studies and Athena SWAN (Women in Science). Her research focuses on geomechanics, rock deformation, and subsurface reservoir dynamics, with emphasis on fluid flow in fractured systems and laboratory-based testing using advanced imaging (e.g., X-ray/ neutron tomography). Education: PhD in Basin Development and Basin-scale Flow Systems from the University of Glasgow (1991-1998). Earlier work includes a fixed-term research contract joint between Geology and Civil Engineering at the same university. Prior academic return, she spent a decade in the US oil and gas industry managing fractured reservoirs. Research Interests: Current research addresses rock damage in subsurface reservoirs (natural and human-induced), storage/retrieval of fluids, heat, and energy. Methods include experimental rock mechanics, tomographic imaging, and numerical simulation. Historical projects include deformation band studies in sands/sandstones, carbonate rock petrophysics, and nanosensor integration in rock deformation studies ('Bots in Rocks'). Grants and Equipment: Secured grants for neutron beam access and X-ray tomography. Manages the ET micro-CT scanner facility. Collaborations include the International Centre for Carbonates Research (ICCR) and EU's ALERT network. Labs/Teams: Active in the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering, leading projects on CO₂ storage, hydrogen trapping, and fracture-flow system behavior. Contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and climate action.

Jingsheng MaView profile

Associate Professor

• Reservoir Engineering
• Fluid Flow Simulation
• Geo-materials Modeling
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Jingsheng Ma is an Associate Professor in Multi-Physics Modelling in Porous Media at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. He holds dual affiliations with the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. His roles include Postgraduate Research Student Coordinator and membership in Senate committees. Education: BSc in Computational Mathematics (Lanzhou University, China), MSc in Computing (Beijing Institute of Computer and Simulation Technology), PhD in Geographical Information System (Sheffield University, UK). Joined Heriot-Watt University in 1997. Research focuses on reservoir engineering and fluid flow modeling in porous media. Key interests include: shale gas reservoir simulation, pore-scale lattice Boltzmann modeling, multi-scale rock characterization, and machine learning applications. Recent projects include EPSRC-funded gas flow studies (2015-2019) and industry collaborations on heavy oil recovery. His 129+ publications span porous media dynamics, CO2 sequestration, and reservoir rock analysis. Recent work emphasizes carbon neutrality solutions and seal rock integrity for geological storage. Active in international conferences and serves on organizing committees.

Hannah MenkeView profile

Associate Professor

• Porous Media
• CO₂ Storage
• Geothermal Reservoirs
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Hannah Menke is an Associate Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering . Her research focuses on pore-scale processes in porous media, including CO₂ storage, multiphase flow dynamics, and reactive transport in geological reservoirs. She specializes in integrating experimental imaging, computational modeling, and machine learning to address challenges in subsurface energy systems. Key areas of expertise include: CO₂ storage and leakage mechanisms Hydrogen storage in porous media Digital rock physics and multiscale modeling Reactive dissolution and mineral precipitation Recent work emphasizes developing hybrid models for permeability estimation and surrogate modeling techniques for geothermal reservoirs. She has published extensively on topics like pore-scale imaging of fluid interactions and deep-learning approaches for reactive transport prediction. Her contributions span over 44 peer-reviewed articles since 2014, with notable collaborations in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), geothermal energy, and subsurface hydrogen storage. She actively supervises PhD students in these areas and maintains a lab focused on advanced imaging and simulation workflows.

Karl Dunbar StephenView profile

Associate Professor

• Reservoir Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Reservoir Simulation
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Karl Dunbar Stephen is an Associate Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society at Heriot-Watt University, holding a joint affiliation with the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. His research focuses on reservoir engineering, enhanced oil recovery, and geomechanical modeling, with significant contributions to fractured reservoir simulation, CO₂ sequestration, and production optimization techniques. He has authored over 215 research outputs, including peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and technical reports. His expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13). Key research areas include reservoir simulation methodologies, data integration through machine learning, and innovative approaches to history-matching and uncertainty quantification. Dr. Stephen has received the Award for Outstanding Service (2012) and actively participates in international conferences such as EAGE and SEG/SPE workshops. He has served as a peer reviewer for journals like Tectonophysics and organized specialized training programs like the Strategic Reservoir Simulation course. His collaborative projects involve institutions worldwide, focusing on heterogeneous reservoirs, tight gas systems, and carbon capture technologies. Recent research trends emphasize AI-driven reservoir optimization, CO₂-enhanced oil recovery, and fracture stimulation techniques. He has contributed to field studies in Iraq's Sadi Formation and offshore reservoirs, demonstrating practical applications of advanced simulation tools and data mining techniques.

• Mathematical Modelling of Porous Media
• Three-Phase Flow Dynamics
• Groundwater Contamination
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Marinus Izaak Jan Van Dijke is an Associate Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society and a member of the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering at Heriot-Watt University. His research focuses on mathematical modeling of multiphase flow in porous media, with applications in groundwater contamination and enhanced oil recovery. He holds a PhD from Wageningen Agricultural University and has worked at institutions including CWI Amsterdam and Heriot-Watt since 1998. His expertise includes pore-scale modeling, multi-scale analysis, and reservoir characterization. Education: 1992: MSc (Ir.) in Technical Mathematics, Delft University of Technology 1997: PhD, Wageningen Agricultural University Professional History: 1997–1998: Research Assistant at CWI, Amsterdam (NOBIS Program) 1998–Present: Research Associate, Lecturer, and Associate Professor at Heriot-Watt University His research interests span pore-scale phenomena, multi-scale modeling of carbonate reservoirs, and Water-Alternating-Gas (WAG) injection. Key contributions include studies on phase connectivity in porous media and fractured systems, with over 130 publications since 1996. Active in professional organizations such as AGU, EAGE, and SIAM. His work bridges computational methods and geoscience applications, emphasizing practical reservoir engineering challenges and environmental flow dynamics.