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Kangwei LiView profile

Research Fellow

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Chemical Engineering
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Dr. Kangwei Li is a Research Fellow in Atmospheric Chemistry at the University of Basel , Department of Environmental Sciences. His work focuses on molecular characterization of organic peroxides in secondary organic aerosols (SOA), spontaneous interfacial chemistry in atmospheric droplets, and gas-phase mechanism development using smog chamber experiments. Current Research: Atmospheric multiphase chemistry, organic peroxides in SOA, air-water interface reactions Past Positions: PostDoc at CNRS-IRCELYON (2020-2022), Research Assistant at CRAES (2019-2020), Visiting PhD at CSIRO (2016-2017) Education PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry (2018), Zhejiang University Bachelor in Thermal Power Engineering (2013), Jiangsu University Research Highlights Dr. Li's research addresses critical gaps in atmospheric chemistry through: Targeted and non-targeted LC-HRMS/ESI-MS analysis of lab-generated SOA Discovery of spontaneous OH and I2 formation at air-water interfaces Development of novel chemical mechanisms for amine compounds Comprehensive field campaigns during G20 summit for emission source apportionment Machine learning applications in air quality trend analysis Scientific Contributions Awards: European Commission Seal of Excellence (2021) Zhejiang University Striving Excellent Doctoral Grant (2018) Chinese National Scholarship (2017-2018) Publications: 15 recent papers in Environmental Science & Technology , Science Advances , PNAS , and other high-impact journals Mentorship: Supervised 3 MSc/PhD students with publications in Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics , Environmental Pollution , and Chemosphere

Iris SchulzView profile

Professor

• Forensic Genetics
• DNA Analysis
• Forensic Science
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Iris Schulz is a forensic geneticist and current head of the Department of Forensic Genetics at the Institute of Forensic Medicine, University of Basel since 2018. She holds a doctorate in forensic medicine from the University of Cologne (2006) and has extensive experience in private industry (2008–2018) with no publications during that period due to confidentiality constraints.

• Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Motor Development
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Dr. Emily Meachon is a researcher at the Faculty of Psychology , University of Basel , affiliated with the Department of Sport, Exercise and Health . Her work bridges developmental psychology and motor-skill research, focusing on neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) . Her research investigates: Motor-cognitive interactions in childhood development Emotion regulation assessment tools across European contexts Differentiation of DCD and ADHD symptom profiles EEG-based neural correlates of attentional processes Article trends reveal expertise in: Neurodevelopmental disorder diagnostics Motor skill assessment methodologies Psychosocial interventions for developmental conditions Mobile EEG applications in cognitive research Coping mechanisms in DCD/ADHD populations Contact: emily.meachon@unibas.ch

Antoine CléryView profile

Lecturer

• RNA Biology
• Structural Biology
• Molecular Biology
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Antoine Cléry is a Lecturer at the Department of Biology, ETH Zürich. He specializes in RNA biology, structural biology, and splicing regulation, with a focus on diseases like ALS and mechanisms of protein-RNA interactions. Ph.D. in Molecular Biology (2006, University Henri Poincaré Nancy 1) Master’s in Microbiology, Enzymology, and Nutrition (2001, top position) Undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry (1998-2001). His research explores RNA structure, splicing regulation, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, particularly for TDP-43 and G-quadruplexes. Recent work includes high-throughput screening for ALS therapeutics and structural studies of splicing factors. Notable scientific awards: French government fellowship (2002-06) EMBO long term fellowship (2008-09). Cléry is affiliated with the Allain group at ETH Zürich’s Institute of Molecular Biology and Biophysics and coordinates NCCR RNA & Disease projects. His publications highlight expertise in NMR spectroscopy, RNA structure, and splicing modulation.

• Molecular Immunology (T-cell molecular biology)
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
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Dr. Fabian Ignacio Morales Polanco is a Researcher at the Chair of Biochemistry, ETH Zurich, Switzerland, focusing on molecular mechanisms in immunology and cellular biochemistry. His research spans: Molecular Immunology (T-cell molecular biology) Molecular Biology Biochemistry Proteostasis Protein Quality Control Protein folding RNA metabolism He investigates protein dynamics and quality control systems within cellular environments, with emphasis on T-cell biology and metabolic regulation. His work integrates biochemical and molecular approaches to study protein homeostasis and RNA processing pathways.

Umar SheikhView profile

Lecturer

• Plasma Physics
• Nuclear Fusion
• Tokamak Operation
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Umar Sheikh is a Lecturer and Scientist at the Swiss Plasma Center (SPC) within the School of Basic Sciences (SB) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) . He also holds teaching roles in the School of Engineering (SB) and the VPA-AVP-DLE (Vice-Presidency for Academic Policy) units. His work bridges experimental research in tokamak physics with educational contributions in plasma science.

Vincent LamirandView profile

Lecturer

• Radiation Detection
• Instrumentation
• Reactor Physics
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Vincent Lamirand is a Lecturer and Tenured Scientist at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), working within the School of Basic Sciences, Institute of Physics, and Laboratory for Reactor Physics and Systems Behaviour (LRS). He serves as Program Manager of Experimental Research and Deputy Head of LRS Nuclear Facilities, overseeing experimental activities at the CROCUS experimental reactor and LOTUS cavity. Additionally, he is one of four Scientific Staff Members at the School Assembly, Basic Sciences Faculty Council, and Institute of Physics Council. Dr. Lamirand's educational background includes: PhD in Nuclear Physics from UJF Grenoble 1 (France), 2011 Master Degree in Physics, specializing in Subatomic Physics from UCB Lyon 1 (France), 2008 Bachelor Degree in Physics from UCB Lyon 1 (France), 2006 Dr. Lamirand's research focuses on experimental reactor physics, with emphasis on radiation detection, instrumentation, and measurement techniques for nuclear systems. His work spans neutron and gamma noise analysis, reactor kinetics parameter determination, and high-resolution flux mapping in zero-power reactors. He has pioneered the development of miniature neutron detectors and 3D core-mapping systems like SAFFRON, enabling unprecedented spatial resolution in reactor measurements. His research addresses fundamental questions in reactor physics while providing validation data for advanced simulation codes. His recent publication trend shows a strong focus on neutron and gamma noise analysis in zero-power reactors, particularly through the CORTEX project. He has developed novel methodologies for transfer function determination, uncertainty quantification, and prompt decay constant measurements. His work bridges experimental reactor physics with computational methods, providing valuable validation data for high-fidelity transport codes. The PETALE and BLOOM experimental programs demonstrate his commitment to nuclear data validation, particularly for stainless steel reflectors. Dr. Lamirand actively mentors students at all levels, supervising PhD candidates, Master's theses, semester projects, and internships. His advising spans experimental design, data analysis, and computational methods in reactor physics. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record and leadership in major experimental programs like CORTEX, PETALE, and BLOOM suggest significant research funding support. He leads experimental work at the CROCUS zero-power research reactor, operating the LOTUS cavity and developing advanced instrumentation like the SAFFRON 3D core-mapping system with 160 miniature detectors. His laboratory focuses on high-precision measurements for reactor physics validation, nuclear data improvement, and innovative monitoring techniques for nuclear facilities.

• Nuclear Engineering
• Reactor Physics
• Nuclear Safety
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Annalisa Manera serves as a Lecturer at EPFL's Institute of Physics (SPH) within the School of Basic Sciences. She holds the status of Invited Guest and is affiliated with the SPH-ENS group. Her teaching portfolio focuses on critical nuclear energy systems: Decommissioning of nuclear power plants Physics of nuclear reactors (covering neutronics interactions and nuclear chain reaction control) Her research interests center on applied nuclear engineering, particularly reactor physics fundamentals and end-of-life management of nuclear facilities. This work bridges theoretical physics with practical engineering challenges in nuclear safety and decommissioning processes. Dr. Manera maintains active academic engagement through course instruction at EPFL, with her contact information publicly listed through the university's official channels.

Mathieu HursinView profile

Researcher

• Nuclear Engineering
• Reactor Physics
• Neutronics
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Mathieu Hursin serves as a Senior Scientist at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), holding multiple key positions including affiliation with the School of Basic Sciences (SB), the Institute of Physics (IPHYS), and the Laboratory of Reactor Physics and Systems Behaviour (LRS). He additionally functions as a Senior Scientist with SPH - Teaching, a Teaching Staff Member for the School Council SB, and a PhD program committee member for the Doctoral Program Energy. Holding a PhD from the University of California at Berkeley with research on high-fidelity modeling of control rod ejection in pressurized water reactors, Dr. Hursin completed a postdoc at the University of Michigan before spending eight years at the Paul Scherrer Institut. He joined EPFL in 2014, became deputy director of LRS in 2019, earned his Master of Teaching and Research in 2022, and transitioned to a scientific collaborator position at EPFL in March 2023. His research spans nuclear reactor physics, neutronics, and nuclear data science, with significant focus on uncertainty quantification methodologies for reactor safety analysis. Dr. Hursin leads an OECD/NEA subgroup and a Euratom project dedicated to improving the European nuclear data library (JEFF) and developing multi-physics experimental data for validating high-fidelity simulation tools. His publications reveal consistent expertise in reactor simulation code verification, nuclear data assessment, and experimental campaigns using zero-power reactors like CROCUS. As an educator, Dr. Hursin teaches 'Physics of nuclear reactors' covering fundamental neutronics interactions and chain reaction control, and 'Radiation and reactor experiments' providing hands-on experience with the EPFL reactor CROCUS. He actively supervises nine current PhD students and has mentored four past EPFL PhD graduates. Dr. Hursin's leadership extends to the Laboratory of Reactor Physics and Systems Behaviour (LRS), which operates the CROCUS zero-power research reactor. His involvement in major initiatives like the CORTEX project for reactor diagnostics through neutron noise analysis demonstrates his commitment to advancing nuclear research methodologies and international collaboration.

Olivier GallayView profile

Lecturer

• Applied Probabilities
• Queueing Theory
• Production Networks
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Olivier Gallay is a Lecturer and Invited Guest at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), with cross-disciplinary affiliations across Microengineering (STI), Humanities and Social Sciences (CDH), and Management of Technology (CDM). His work integrates Applied Probabilities, Queueing Theory, and Information Theory to solve complex problems in production networks and sustainable logistics. Teaching roles in Corporate Sustainability, Social Innovation, and Supply Chain Dynamics Research spans drought resilience, sweet potato supply chains, and hybrid truck-drone delivery systems Key methodologies: stochastic modeling, agent-based simulations, and combinatorial optimization Recent publications analyze nonlinear economic equilibria through van der Waals modeling, decentralized logistics platforms, and weariness dynamics in service networks.

Ruprecht AltenburgerView profile

Professor

• Mechatronics
• Robotics
• Exoskeletons
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Prof. Dr. Ruprecht Altenburger serves as a Professor at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) within the School of Engineering's Institute of Mechatronic Systems in Winterthur, Switzerland. His research integrates theoretical mathematics with practical engineering solutions across industrial applications. His core research domains include Mechatronics , Robotics , and Exoskeleton Design , with specialized focus on passive gravity compensation systems, industrial drone interactions, and optical ground terminals. Recent projects like HumanTech and Robo-Mate demonstrate his commitment to developing human-robot collaborative systems for manufacturing and healthcare. Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent application of nonlinear dynamics and stochastic modeling to solve real-world engineering challenges, particularly in robotics and high-voltage systems. His work bridges abstract mathematical frameworks with tangible mechatronic implementations. Dr. Altenburger has secured leadership roles in eight major research initiatives including ACTIVAL (electromechanical valves) and DIWA (drone-wildlife interaction), demonstrating significant grant acquisition capabilities. He currently chairs the CEN CWA committee on digital position markers for BIM applications. As an active researcher within ZHAW's Institute of Mechatronic Systems, he contributes to Switzerland's leadership in applied robotics through cross-disciplinary team collaborations focused on industrial implementation.

Marlon BoldriniView profile

Researcher

• Multiphysics Modeling
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Cloud Simulation
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Marlon Boldrini is a researcher at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) , affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Sensors and Measuring Systems group. He specializes in multiphysics modeling, cloud-based simulations, and computational fluid dynamics, with a focus on industrial applications such as powder coating, biomass gasification, and electrostatic particle deposition. Role: Deputy Project Leader, Team Member Key Collaborations: Gernot Kurt Boiger, Viktor Lienhard, Bercan Siyahhan, Hassan Khawaja Research Focus: His work bridges multiphysics simulation frameworks (e.g., OpenFOAM, KaleidoSim) with cloud computing platforms, enabling efficient modeling of complex systems like non-Newtonian fluid dynamics and particle spray processes. He also investigates electrostatic particle behavior and tar formation in renewable energy systems. Projects: Includes simulation-driven development of aseptic process valves, Medtech Ventil Cloudsim, Novartis Cloud Simulation, and heating elements for hot air blowers.

Kurt PernstichView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Organic Electronics
• Organic Photovoltaics
• OLEDs
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Dr. Kurt Pernstich is a Senior Lecturer and Head of the Optoelectronic Materials and Devices Team at the ZHAW School of Engineering. His career spans academic and research roles at institutions including ETH Zurich and NIST Gaithersburg, with a focus on organic electronics, OLEDs, and charge transport in semiconductors. Education: PhD in Physics (ETH Zurich, 2002–2007), MSc in Electrical Engineering (Graz University of Technology, 1995–2002) Previous Experience: PostDoc at NIST (2009–2012), ETH Zurich (2007–2009) His research centers on organic electronics , with a strong emphasis on OLEDs , electrochemical characterization , and device modeling . Key topics include energy levels in semiconductors, trap states, spin transport, and efficiency enhancement strategies for optoelectronic devices. The articles reflect trends in organic semiconductor physics , device simulation , and experimental methods such as cyclic voltammetry and UV/Ozone treatment. Subfields include charge recombination dynamics , quantum dot films , and spin-polarized transport . Dr. Pernstich leads projects on quantum-dot displays and charge transport modeling , with ORCID ID 0000-0003-0408-761X. He contributes to open-source software like Instrument Control (iC) and teaches courses in materials science and electronics.

• Aviation Navigation
• GNSS Alternatives
• Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Monitoring
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Dr. Okuary Osechas is a researcher at the ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences , affiliated with the School of Engineering's Aviation Infrastructure group. His work focuses on resilient navigation systems for aviation, particularly addressing GNSS vulnerabilities through alternative technologies like DME, LDACS, and RFI localization. Current projects include leadership roles in EGNSS DFMC for GBAS operations (ongoing) and DME Integrity Monitoring Enhancements (completed). Past projects involve LDACS-based navigation, tropospheric delay modeling, and multipath error detection. His research spans terrestrial navigation alternatives , GNSS jamming/spoofing mitigation , and unpiloted airspace requirements , with publications in venues like IEEE and Institute of Navigation conferences. Collaborations include Gary McGraw, Michael Felux, and Martin Strohmeier. Contact: okuary.osechas@zhaw.ch .

• Product Development
• Engineering Design
• Gear Technology
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Dr. Hans-Jörg Dennig is a Senior Lecturer at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) School of Engineering, specializing in Product Development and Gear Technology. His research focuses on Additive Manufacturing, Engineering Design, and the optimization of mechanical components. Senior Lecturer in Product Development Head of Research in Product Development Industry experience in mechanical design and additive manufacturing Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Stuttgart (2009) Mechanical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2003) Certificate of Advanced Studies in University Didactics, ZHAW (2016) Research Interests: He investigates advanced manufacturing techniques like Selective Laser Melting (SLM) for gears, thermoplastic composite materials, and sustainable mobility solutions such as the BICAR electric vehicle concept. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications. Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize Additive Manufacturing's role in optimizing gear geometry, improving material properties, and developing lightweight urban mobility solutions. Key methodologies include topology optimization, transient material modeling, and fused filament fabrication experiments. Projects: He leads projects on POM gear lifetime prediction, weight-optimized flexpins, and thermoplastic gear production under the TOP GEAR initiative. His work also involves collaborations with industry partners like phi Engineering Services.