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• Composite Materials
• Additive Manufacturing
• Mechanical Properties of Materials
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Lincy Pyl is a Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), holding roles as Department Chair and Head of Research Group in the Mechanics of Materials and Constructions department. Their work focuses on advanced materials, additive manufacturing, and composite material behavior under extreme conditions. Pyl leads multiple high-impact projects funded by EU and industry partnerships, including initiatives on recycled composites, thermal strain modeling, and blast-resistant structures. Research interests span composite materials, acoustic emission analysis, thermal stress management, and metamaterial design. Notable contributions include developing hybrid mechanical metamaterials and improving mechanical properties of 3D-printed composites. Over 166 publications and 15 active or completed research projects highlight their prolific output, with collaborations across Europe and beyond. Advisor to 36 doctoral and master's theses, Pyl mentors students in advanced materials characterization and sustainability. Their work bridges fundamental science with industrial applications, addressing challenges in aerospace, civil engineering, and environmental management. Key projects include COMPOST (composite recycling), ANI420 (additive manufacturing), and SBO-Optimization (sustainable manufacturing). Active in academic governance, Pyl chairs multiple PhD committees and works on international research coordination. Their lab focuses on integrating computational modeling with experimental validation to advance material science and engineering solutions.

Jacelyn Rice-BoayueView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sustainable Water Resource Management
• Environmental Justice
• Geospatial Analytics
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Jacelyn Rice-Boayue is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at North Carolina State University. Her research focuses on sustainable water resource management, environmental justice, and geospatial analytics. She investigates water quality, environmental health contaminants, and antibiotic resistance in wastewater-impacted systems, often collaborating with community stakeholders through participatory GIS approaches. Her work integrates engineering, hydrology, and social sciences to address complex human-water system challenges. Recent research includes developing methodologies to identify antibiotic pollution vulnerabilities and modeling endocrine disruptor exposures during low-flow conditions. The group’s studies often emphasize cross-cultural perspectives and community engagement in water policy decisions. Key contributions span antibiotic resistance hazards, wastewater treatment optimization, and public acceptance of water reuse practices. Articles frequently analyze watershed-scale risks and propose decision-support frameworks for environmental monitoring. Despite no explicit awards listed, her active publication record reflects sustained academic engagement in high-impact areas like environmental justice and water security. Dr. Rice-Boayue’s research group works closely with stakeholders in cities like Charlotte to co-design solutions addressing environmental inequities. Current projects include spatial decision systems for pandemic wastewater surveillance and antibiotic pollution mitigation strategies for vulnerable watersheds.

Alexei PoludnenkoView profile

Associate Professor

• Combustion Physics
• Detonation Dynamics
• Turbulent Flows
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Alexei Poludnenko is an Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut, specializing in combustion physics, detonation dynamics, and turbulent flows. His research focuses on numerical simulations of high-speed reacting flows, including spray detonations, hydrogen/hydrocarbon combustion, and astrophysical phenomena like Type Ia supernovae. He employs advanced methods such as Large Eddy Simulations (LES), Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS), and BLASTNet frameworks to study turbulence-chemistry interactions and detonation initiation mechanisms. His work bridges terrestrial combustion systems and astrophysical scenarios, contributing to understanding flame acceleration, detonation cell structure, and turbulence-driven deflagration-to-detonation transitions. Key topics include shock-droplet interactions, multiphase detonations, and the role of compressibility in fast flames. Poludnenko’s research has implications for energy systems, propulsion, and fundamental combustion science. Recent studies emphasize high-Reynolds number turbulence, phase equilibrium effects under high pressure, and the validation of reduced chemical kinetic models. His computational approaches address challenges in capturing multi-scale phenomena and improving predictive accuracy in complex reactive flows.

Eung Seok LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrogeology
• Contaminant Hydrogeology
• Environmental Isotope Hydrology
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Eung Seok Lee is an Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Geological Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University. His research focuses on hydrogeology, particularly in contaminant transport, environmental isotope applications, and carbonate-rock aquifer systems. Education: Ph.D., 1999, Indiana University M.S., 1990, Yonsei University B.S., 1988, Yonsei University Dr. Lee's research interests span hydrogeology , contaminant hydrogeology , environmental isotope hydrology , and carbonate-rock hydrogeology . He investigates groundwater contamination, restoration technologies, and subsurface geochemical processes, especially in karst terrains. His work integrates modeling, field studies, and innovative remediation methods such as controlled-release oxidants and novel adsorption materials. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on groundwater remediation , chemical oxidation (particularly permanganate), controlled-release systems , and isotope-based hydrological tracing . These studies span environmental chemistry, hydrogeological modeling, and biogeochemical processes, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach to solving complex groundwater issues. Scientific Awards: John Patton Award, for contributions to the understanding of Indiana geology Shell Scholarship Dr. Lee has advised several graduate students, including Thomas E. Antonacci, Pamela R. Olson, and Siying Sun, on topics related to groundwater modeling and remediation. His research has been supported by projects on KMnO4 treatment, nonpoint source pollution, and controlled-release systems for environmental restoration. He is an active member of the American Geophysical Union and the Geological Society of America. He teaches courses such as GEOL 2310: Water and Pollution, GEOL 4/5800: Principles of Hydrogeology, and GEOL 4/5810: Groundwater Flow Modeling, contributing significantly to geoscience education at Ohio University.

Edward CampbellView profile

Professor

• HIV-1 infection mechanisms
• Cellular restriction factors
• Retroviral pathogenesis
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Edward Campbell, PhD, is Professor and Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Loyola University Chicago's School of Medicine. He leads an active research laboratory investigating the cellular mechanisms of disease pathogenesis, with a focus on HIV-1 infection, prion-like spread of amyloid proteins in neurodegenerative diseases, and inflammation's role in disease. Research Interests: Cellular factors that promote or inhibit HIV-1 infection, including restriction factors and viral evasion mechanisms Prion-like transmission of amyloid proteins such as alpha-synuclein in Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and Huntington’s diseases Mechanisms of inflammation in disease pathogenesis, including development of novel biosensors for in vivo monitoring Imaging-based approaches to study viral and protein interactions with cellular structures like the microtubule cytoskeleton and nuclear pore complex The publications reflect a strong research trajectory in molecular virology and neurodegeneration, with particular emphasis on cellular entry, trafficking, and the role of cellular damage (e.g., endocytic/lysosomal rupture) in disease progression. His work bridges infectious disease and neurodegenerative disorders through common mechanisms of pathological spread. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Leads the Campbell Lab, indicating active mentorship of graduate students and researchers Research supported by publications in high-impact journals, suggesting successful grant funding (specific grants not listed) Focus on mechanistic understanding to identify therapeutic opportunities for incurable diseases Labs and Teams: Dr. Campbell directs The Campbell Lab, which employs imaging-based methodologies to investigate host-pathogen interactions and disease mechanisms. The lab's work is interdisciplinary, combining virology, cell biology, and neuroscience to address fundamental questions in disease pathogenesis.

Christian AalkjærView profile

Professor

• Physiology
• Vascular Physiology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
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Christian Aalkjær is a Professor in the Department of Biomedicine at Aarhus University, Denmark. His research is centered on vascular and cardiovascular physiology, with a focus on hypertension, blood vessel function, and ion transport mechanisms. He has led major interdisciplinary projects, including the Danish Cardiovascular Giraffe Research Programme, investigating extreme physiological adaptations in giraffes to inform human cardiovascular disease. Research Interests: Physiology of resistance arteries and vascular tone Intracellular pH and ion transport (NBCn1, V-ATPase) Hypertension and cardiovascular remodeling Smooth muscle cell function Acid-base balance and water-salt metabolism Comparative physiology using giraffe models His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a continued focus on vascular reactivity, small artery structure-function relationships, and molecular mechanisms in hypertension. Articles span topics from prorenin effects on mesenteric arteries to genetic causes of arrhythmia syndromes. Scientific Engagement: Active contributor to peer-reviewed journals such as Acta Physiologica , FASEB Journal , and Heart Rhythm Frequent invited speaker and lecturer on vascular physiology Public science communicator through media appearances on giraffe physiology and hypertension Advising and Research Leadership: While specific students are not listed, Aalkjær has supervised academic theses and mentored early-career researchers. He has been a project manager on major grants, including the DaGIR programme, and has secured long-term funding for cardiovascular research. He leads a research team focused on vascular mechanisms and collaborates extensively across disciplines. Laboratory and Research Environment: Based in the Skou Building at Aarhus University, his lab investigates vascular function using isolated vessel myography, molecular techniques, and in vivo models. The research environment emphasizes translational physiology, integrating basic science with clinical insights.

Richard A. RachubinskiView profile

Professor

• Cell Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Peroxisome Biogenesis
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Richard A. Rachubinski is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. He conducts cutting-edge research on peroxisome biogenesis and related human genetic disorders, utilizing model systems including yeast and Drosophila. His laboratory is located in the Medical Sciences Building, where he leads a research team investigating the molecular mechanisms of organelle formation and inheritance. Dr. Rachubinski earned his Ph.D. from McGill University and has established himself as a leader in cell biology. His work bridges fundamental cellular processes with clinical implications for peroxisome biogenesis disorders (PBDs), which are severe and often lethal conditions in humans. His research focuses on the molecular cascade of peroxisome biogenesis, leveraging global approaches such as differential gene expression analysis, proteomics, fluorescence microscopy, and subcellular fractionation. He studies how peroxisomes form from the endoplasmic reticulum, how they divide and are inherited during cell division, and how their dysfunction leads to disease. His lab uses Yarrowia lipolytica , Saccharomyces cerevisiae , and Drosophila as model organisms, capitalizing on their genetic tractability and evolutionary conservation of peroxisomal mechanisms. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on organelle dynamics, membrane contact sites, peroxin functions, and disease modeling. His work spans molecular mechanisms of protein import, organelle population control, lipid droplet inheritance, and immune-metabolic crosstalk, reflecting a multidisciplinary and systems-level approach to cell biology. Scientific Awards: Distinguished University Professor Howard Hughes Medical Institute International Research Scholar Canada Research Chair in Cell Biology Canadian Institutes of Health Research Senior Investigator Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Dr. Rachubinski mentors research trainees including postdoctoral associates and technicians. He collaborates extensively, notably with Dr. Andrew Simmonds on Drosophila models of PBDs. His research is supported by major grants from national and international agencies, enabling high-impact studies with translational potential for rare genetic diseases. His lab continues to explore novel proteins and mechanisms in peroxisome biology, aiming to identify therapeutic strategies for peroxisome-related disorders. Laboratory and Team: His laboratory includes Research Associate Dr. Barbara Knoblach and Technician Hanna Kroliczak, forming a dedicated team advancing the understanding of peroxisomal and organelle biology.

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Climate Modeling
• Radiative Forcing
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Gill Thornhill is a researcher in atmospheric and environmental sciences at the Department of Meteorology, School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences, University of Reading. Her work focuses on climate modeling, radiative forcing, and data assimilation in both atmospheric and coastal systems. Research Interests: Her research spans atmospheric chemistry, climate modeling, and environmental physics. She investigates the impacts of aerosols and reactive gases on climate, particularly through radiative forcing mechanisms. She also applies advanced data assimilation techniques to improve predictions in morphodynamic and coastal models. Publication Trends: Her recent work (2021–2024) centers on Earth system modeling within the CMIP6 framework, analyzing aerosol and chemical feedbacks. Earlier work (2009–2013) focused on data assimilation in coastal sediment transport, especially in Morecambe Bay. This reflects a shift from coastal modeling to broader climate system studies, with consistent emphasis on model-data integration. Scientific Awards: No awards are listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: There is no mention of students or grants in the provided publications. However, her involvement in NERC-funded projects (e.g., FREE) and collaboration with the National Centre for Earth Observation suggests participation in significant research initiatives. Labs and Teams: She has been associated with the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) and has collaborated on projects such as the NERC FREE (Flood Risk from Extreme Events) program, indicating integration into major UK environmental research consortia.

Henrik StangView profile

Professor

• High-Performance Concrete
• Reinforced Concrete Engineering
• Compacting Concrete
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Henrik Stang is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, specifically within the Structures and Safety division at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on structural integrity, concrete durability, and advanced computational modeling in civil engineering. He is actively involved in cutting-edge projects related to digital fabrication, sustainable construction, and structural health monitoring. His research interests include high-performance concrete, reinforced concrete engineering, finite element methods, reinforcement corrosion, carbonation processes, 3D concrete printing, and structural dynamics. These areas align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable cities and infrastructure. His work integrates experimental investigations with numerical simulations to enhance the safety and longevity of civil engineering structures. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward digitalization in construction, including 3D concrete printing, data-driven structural assessment, and physics-informed machine learning for structural monitoring. His work spans materials science, structural mechanics, and environmental durability, with applications in both onshore and offshore engineering systems. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award at the Digital Concrete 2020, 2nd RILEM International Conference on Concrete and Digital Fabrication Advising and Grants: Henrik Stang supervises several PhD students and is a key supervisor or co-supervisor in multiple doctoral projects, including those on digital twins for 3D concrete printing, fatigue damage characterization, and data-driven decision support for offshore structures. He leads the Villum Center for Advanced Structural and Material Testing (CASMaT) and participates in projects involving nonlinear system identification and damage detection in structural systems. Labs and Teams: He is the project manager of CASMaT (Villum Center for Advanced Structural and Material Testing), a multidisciplinary research center focused on advanced testing of structural materials. The team includes experts in composites, fatigue, finite element modeling, and non-destructive testing, and employs techniques such as X-ray computed tomography and digital image correlation.

Neil MehtaView profile

Professor

• Liver transplantation
• Hepatocellular carcinoma
• Gastroenterology
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Dr. Neil Mehta is a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, specializing in Transplant Hepatology and Gastroenterology. He practices at the UCSF Medical Center, focusing on liver disease and liver transplantation. Dr. Mehta supervises the training of residents and fellows in gastroenterology and liver transplant medicine, and delivers lectures on liver disease to UCSF medical students studying metabolism and nutrition. Dr. Mehta's educational background includes: Medical degree from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (2006) Residency in Internal Medicine at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (2009) Fellowship in Gastroenterology at UCSF (2012) Fellowship in Kidney Transplant at UCSF (2013) Dr. Mehta's research primarily focuses on liver cancer treatment particularly as related to liver transplants. His extensive work examines outcomes for patients who undergo liver transplantation and investigates cardiac iron overload in patients with chronic liver disease. He has contributed significantly to the field of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with numerous publications addressing transplantation criteria, downstaging protocols, and biomarkers for cancer recurrence prediction. His recent research has explored social determinants of health in liver transplant evaluation, patient-perceived risk of HCC, and validation of the RETREAT score for predicting post-transplantation HCC recurrence. Dr. Mehta's work often addresses healthcare disparities, particularly in safety-net settings, and has contributed to understanding geographic barriers to liver transplantation access. Dr. Mehta has published extensively in high-impact journals including Hepatology, Liver Transplantation, and the American Journal of Gastroenterology. His research spans multiple disciplines including hepatology, oncology, transplantation medicine, and public health. Key trends in his publications reveal a strong focus on improving liver cancer outcomes through better transplant criteria, understanding social determinants of health in transplantation access, and developing more accurate prediction models for cancer recurrence after transplantation. Dr. Mehta actively mentors medical trainees, supervising residents and fellows in gastroenterology and liver transplant medicine. His clinical work focuses on providing comprehensive care for patients with complex liver diseases requiring transplantation.

Erling Halfdan StenbyView profile

Professor

• Applied Thermodynamics
• Petroleum Engineering
• Enhanced Oil Recovery
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Erling Halfdan Stenby is a Professor and Head of the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), leading research in applied thermodynamics, petroleum engineering, enhanced oil recovery, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and geothermal energy. He has held leadership roles at DTU since 1987, including Director of the Center for Energy Resources Engineering (CERE) (2009–2014) and Scientific Director for Enhanced Oil Recovery at the Danish Hydrocarbon Research and Technology Centre (2014–2017). PhD in Chemical Engineering, DTU (1983–1985) MSc in Chemical Engineering, DTU (1976–1982) His research focuses on thermodynamic modeling, CO2 storage, and geothermal energy systems, supported by grants from the Innovation Foundation and international companies. Recent projects include algorithms for CO2 capture and multiphysics simulations for geological storage. Scientific awards: Knight of the Order of Dannebrog (2013) DGMK-Kolleg (2006) Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Academique (2004) DONG’s Jubilæumslegat Honorary Award (2000) Reinholdt W. Jorck og Hustrus Fond Research Award (1995) Stenby supervises multiple PhD students on CO2 storage and reactive transport simulations, collaborating with institutions like DTU Chemical Engineering and TOTAL S.A. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in clean energy and climate action.

• Molecular Dynamics
• Soil Science
• Clay Mineral Interactions
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Edgar Galicia Andres is a researcher at the Institute for Molecular Modeling and Simulation within the Department of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . His work focuses on computational investigations of molecular-scale interactions across soil and biological systems. Research Interests : Mechanistic modeling of soil organic matter stabilization Clay-water interface polarization effects KRAS protein conformational dynamics Organo-mineral microaggregate simulations Adsorption energy landscapes Scientific Contributions span molecular dynamics analyses of soil systems, predictive modeling of affinity/selectivity in mineral-organic interactions, and computational biophysics of membrane proteins. His recent work addresses artifacts in free energy calculations for drug discovery applications. Professional Activities include presentations at international symposia on topics ranging from Alpine biointerfaces to synthetic bioarchitectures. He collaborates with research teams in Austria, Mexico, and the UK.

Fabio AvinoView profile

Lecturer

• Plasma Physics
• Low Temperature Plasmas
• Applied Plasma Physics
• +7 more

Fabio Avino is a Lecturer and Scientific Collaborator at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences (SB). He works in the Low Temperature Plasma Physics and Applications group (SPC-BPP) and contributes to teaching through the SPH-ENS unit. His research spans plasma physics and engineering, with key interests in Plasma turbulence and transport in toroidal devices Dielectric barrier discharges (DBD) and atmospheric pressure plasmas Applications in plasma agriculture and water treatment Plasma mitigation of arcing in satellite slip rings Superconducting radio frequency (SRF) cavity development His recent publications highlight advancements in plasma-activated water systems, hybrid DBD sources for high humidity, and standardization of plasma seed treatments. His work combines experimental diagnostics, applied engineering, and interdisciplinary innovation. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the text. He advises doctoral students and teaches electromagnetism at EPFL. His career includes roles as a Scientist at EPFL and a Senior Fellow at CERN, contributing to future collider cavity R&D. He is actively involved in experimental and applied plasma research. Labs and Teams: SPC - Low Temperature Plasma Physics and Applications (EPFL) TE-VSC-SCC group (CERN) Industrial Plasma Application Group (EPFL) TORPEX basic plasma physics experiment (EPFL)

• Modelling of Cyber-Physical Systems
• Verification of Hybrid Systems
• Synthesis of Reactive Systems
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Prof. Dr. Martin Fränzle is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science of the Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg and Head of the Foundations and Applications of Systems of Cyber-Physical Systems division since April 2022. He is affiliated with Faculty II Informatics, Economics and Law and has held leadership roles in multiple research projects. Education: Studied computer science, mathematics, and logic at Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel (1983-1991), earning a doctorate in engineering (1997). Research Interests: Focus on modeling, verification, and synthesis of reactive, real-time, and hybrid discrete-continuous systems, including stochastic disturbance analysis and robust correctness certificates. Projects: Led the Transregional Collaborative Research Center SFB-TR 14 AVACS, coordinated the DFG Research Training Group SCARE, and contributed to industrial projects like IMoST (safe transportation) and SaLsA (autonomous logistics). Leadership: Served as Dean of Faculty II (2013-2015), Vice President for Research (2020-2021), and board member of interdisciplinary research centers. Scientific Contributions: Extended bounded model checking to expressive temporal logics, developed SAT-modulo-theory techniques for arithmetic constraints, and pioneered symbolic analysis of probabilistic hybrid systems. Awards: Prize for best dissertation at CAU Kiel (1997), Velux Visiting Professorship (2006-2008).

Florian ListView profile

Researcher

• Sustainable Chemistry
• Renewable Organic Resources
• Chemical Informatics
• +3 more

Florian List is a Researcher at the Institute of Sustainable Chemistry (INSC) within Leuphana University of Lüneburg. His work focuses on sustainable chemistry, renewable organic resources, and chemical informatics, with a particular emphasis on environmental toxicology and computational modeling of reactive transport processes. Contact: florian.list@leuphana.de | Office: C1.203, Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg