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Guohong TianView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Automotive Engineering
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Renewable Energy
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Dr. Guohong Tian is a Senior Lecturer in Automotive Engineering at the University of Surrey's School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences. He holds roles including Departmental representative for the Faculty International Relations Committee and coordinator for Headstart and Summer School programs. His research focuses on advanced engine technologies, alternative fuels, and thermal management systems. Prior to Surrey, he was at Newcastle University (2010–2015) and Birmingham University as a Research Fellow (2008–2010). Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Birmingham University). Collaborations: Jaguar Land Rover, Cummins, BP, Shell, JCB, and Avid. Research areas include: Internal combustion engines: novel designs (free piston, scroll engines), waste heat recovery via ORC, and desalination integration. Battery thermal management using capillary-driven cooling and heat pipes. Soot oxidation mechanisms and catalytic diesel particulate filters. Key projects: KTP project with William Medcalf Limited improving vintage engine performance. ADVICE-ADvancing thermal energy management in hybrid vehicles. Publications emphasize combustion diagnostics, emission reduction, and scroll expander optimization. He supervises students on pyrolysis oils and scroll expander development. His lab includes a state-of-the-art engine test bench with FTIR emission analysis and high-speed imaging systems.

Travis HortonView profile

Associate Professor

• Thermal Energy Conversion Systems
• Building Energy Utilization
• Renewable Energy Integration
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W. Travis Horton is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Purdue University, with a courtesy appointment in Mechanical Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Purdue University and has over 20 years of academic and industry experience in thermal systems research. His affiliations include the Lyles School of Civil Engineering and the Ray W. Herrick Laboratories at Purdue, focusing on advanced thermal energy conversion systems and sustainable building technologies. Dr. Horton’s research emphasizes integration of HVAC systems with renewable energy, optimization of ground-source heat pumps, and innovative compressor/expander technologies. He leads projects on building energy modeling, combined heat and power systems, and waste heat recovery. His work bridges experimental facilities with computational models for system analysis and optimization. His teaching includes courses on building mechanical systems design and energy audits. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (Michigan) and holds universal refrigerant certification. Active in professional organizations like ASHRAE, his research has produced over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2001, addressing thermal efficiency, energy systems integration, and sustainable building design.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
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Ricardo Martinez-Botas is a Professor of Turbomachinery and Associate Dean for Industry Partnerships at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London. He holds affiliations with the Electrochemical Science and Engineering, Energy Materials, Grantham Institute, Mechanics of Materials, and Network of Excellence in Air Quality. His academic career includes a DPhil from the Rolls Royce University Technology Center at the University of Oxford (1993) and an MEng in Aeronautical Engineering from Imperial College London. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at University Teknologi Malaysia. His research focuses on unsteady flow aerodynamics in turbochargers, supercritical CO2 systems, and thermal-fluids engineering. Notable contributions include advancements in turbine aerodynamics, pulsating flow control, and generative AI-driven design methodologies. He leads the Thermofluids Division and the Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Theme at the Energy Futures Lab. His work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD), experimental methods, and one-dimensional modeling for turbomachinery optimization. Key Awards: Dugald Clerk Prize (2011), ASME Turbomachinery Best Paper Awards (2010, 2009). Editorial Roles: Associate Editor of the Journal of Turbomachinery (ASME) and Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science (IMechE). Facility Leadership: Developed the TURBODYNA dynamic simulator for radial turbomachinery and commissioned a blowdown facility for dense gas vapor research. His research portfolio spans interdisciplinary topics like battery technology, organic Rankine cycle turbines, and sustainable automotive emissions control. He actively collaborates with industry partners to translate academic innovations into real-world applications, emphasizing energy efficiency, waste heat recovery, and low-carbon transportation solutions.

Enrico RukzioView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Automotive User Interfaces
• Extended Reality (XR)
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Enrico Rukzio is a Full Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Ulm, leading the Human-Computer Interaction group and directing the Institute for Media Research and Media Development. His research spans interactive systems design, focusing on automotive UIs, extended reality, accessibility, and sustainable interaction. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Munich and has held prior roles at Lancaster University and the Ruhr Institute for Software Technology. Roles: Faculty Dean (2017–2020), Admissions Committee Chairman, Doctoral Committee Chairman Educations: Ph.D., Munich; Lecturer qualifications from Lancaster and Duisburg-Essen Research emphasizes enabling efficient, inclusive, and sustainable interactions through novel interfaces. His work addresses automated vehicles, health-supporting tech, and accessibility for visually impaired users. Recent articles explore Bayesian optimization for UI design, automated vehicle communication, and urban air mobility visualization. Notable awards include best paper recognitions at CHI, EuroVR, and IEEE VR. His grants come from BMBF, DFG, and industry partners like Mercedes-Benz Group. Advises on over 20 funded projects and has mentored award-winning students.

Lambert SchomakerView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Pattern Recognition
• Machine Learning
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Prof. dr. Lambert Schomaker is a Full Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Groningen, leading the Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Engineering (ALICE) institute within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His work spans perceptual intelligence, machine learning, and neuromorphic computing, with significant contributions to handwriting recognition, robotics, and historical document analysis. Affiliations: Bernoulli Institute, CogniGron (Cognitive Systems & Materials), and Data Science & Systems Complexity (DSSC) centers. Education: M.Sc. (1983) and Ph.D. (1991) in Psychophysiology/Psychology from Nijmegen University. Research Interests: AI, pattern recognition, neural networks, autonomous systems, and applications in cultural heritage (e.g., the MONK system for handwritten archive indexing). He has pioneered handwriting recognition methods used in modern devices like tablets and led the 30MEuro Target project for large-scale data mining. Grants & Projects: Includes NWO-funded initiatives (e.g., Catch, TriGraph) and EU projects (MANTIS, MANIC). Current focus areas include neuromorphic computing with electronic materials and AI-driven analysis of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Awards: IBM Faculty Awards (2011, 2012), IAPR Best Paper Award (2012), Ching Yee Suen Special Award (2012). Advising: Supervised over 20 PhD students in AI, robotics, and document analysis. Active in industry collaborations (e.g., HP, Microsoft). Labs/Teams: Director of ALICE, contributor to CogniGron, and leader of the MONK system team. Current research includes neuromorphic hardware development and AI applications in maintenance systems.

Craig BradshawView profile

Associate Professor

• Compressors
• Heat pumps and air-conditioners
• Model development
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Craig Bradshaw is an Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center (ACRC) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Grainger College of Engineering. He holds a PhD and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (2012 and 2007). His research focuses on compressors, heat pumps, low-GWP refrigerants, and energy utilization, with emphasis on decarbonization and model development. Bradshaw leads the ACRC and previously directed Oklahoma State University's Center for Integrated Building Systems. His work includes developing experimental charge models for heat exchangers, advancing compressor performance analysis, and promoting sustainable HVAC technologies. Notable awards include the 2024 ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award and the 2022 Excellent Faculty Award. He teaches courses like ME 200 AL2 - Thermodynamics and collaborates with industry partners on refrigeration and energy systems. Key Projects: Differential Mass Measurement Scale (DMMS) for charge validation, vapor-injection compressor characterization, and low-GWP refrigerant evaluation. Grants/Labs: ACRC, CIBS (Industry/University Cooperative Research Center), and partnerships with Koura, AAON, and Danfoss. Recent Contributions: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2022, including studies on gray-box models, charge tuning methods, and spool compressor optimization.

Mihail VelikovView profile

Assistant Professor

• Empirical Asset Pricing
• Stock Market Anomalies
• Transaction Costs
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Mihail Velikov is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Penn State University's Smeal College of Business. His research focuses on empirical asset pricing, stock market anomalies, and the application of AI/machine learning in finance. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Rochester. Education: PhD in Finance, University of Rochester, 2015 MSBA in Applied Economics, University of Rochester, 2013 Bachelor's in Mathematics and Finance (double major), Ramapo College of New Jersey, 2010 (Summa Cum Laude) Research Interests: His work explores transaction costs, investment strategies, and the use of AI to enhance asset/wealth management. Key themes include anomaly evaluation protocols, cost-mitigation techniques, and the integration of machine learning into financial models. Awards: William F. Sharpe Award (2023) Graham and Dodd Scroll Award (2019) INQUIRE Europe Research Grant (2025) Geneva Institute for Wealth Management Research Grant (2022) Advising & Grants: Advised doctoral students including Han Xiao (CUHK-Shenzhen) and Lu Yang (Analysis Group). Secured grants such as the INQUIRE Europe grant and multiple Smeal Small Research Grants. Co-led the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's DFAST supervisory modeling team for bank stress testing. Labs/Teams: Active in AI-driven finance research, collaborating on projects like the Assaying Anomalies protocol and the AI-Powered (Finance) Scholarship initiative.

Harry F. HemondView profile

Professor

• Biogeochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Wetland Geochemistry
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Professor Harry F. Hemond is a distinguished faculty member at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department. With a career spanning decades, his research focuses on the biogeochemical cycling of chemicals in aquatic and wetland systems, environmental instrumentation development, and sustainable energy solutions . He has received multiple awards, including the MIT Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007) and the CEE Maseeh Graduate Teaching Award (2010), highlighting his dual expertise in research and education. B.S., Worcester Polytechnic Institute M.A., Connecticut College Ph.D. 1977, MIT His research interests include: Biogeochemistry of inland and coastal waters, emphasizing trace metals and methane dynamics Development of in-situ chemical instrumentation like the NEREUS mass spectrometer and optical sensors Renewable energy applications, particularly solar organic Rankine cycle engines Recent publications emphasize methane venting mechanisms , trace metal deposition , and low-cost sensor systems for environmental monitoring. His lab has pioneered techniques for real-time water chemistry analysis and studies of metal cycling in contaminated sediments. Awards and honors include: MIT Irwin Sizer Award (1991) CEE Departmental Service Award (2003) CEE Departmental Appreciation Award (2005) MIT Bose Award (2007) CEE Maseeh Teaching Award (2010) Students under his mentorship include PhD candidates studying methane cycling , water quality sensors , and trace metal geochemistry . The Hemond Lab develops in-situ observational systems to study Earth's biochemical cycles in challenging environments.

• Databases and Algorithms
• Data Integration
• Natural Language Processing
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Professor Elzbieta Pustulka is a faculty member at FHNW University's School of Business, affiliated with the Institute for Business Informatics. Her research centers on databases, NLP, and AI-driven business process optimization. Research explores database pedagogy through gamification (SQL Scrolls), NoSQL implementations for ERPs, and automated information extraction techniques. Recent work emphasizes CI/CD practices in database development and educational game design for programming concepts. She supervises graduate students in projects spanning database indexing, logistics simulations, and AI-driven reporting systems. No scientific awards are noted.

• Heat Pumps
• Energy Storage
• Demand Side Management
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Professor Neil Hewitt is a Professor of Energy and Director of the Centre for Sustainable Technologies at Ulster University's Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment since 2008. He is a Chartered Physicist and Chartered Engineer with memberships in the Institute of Physics, Institute of Refrigeration, and the Energy Institute. His work spans across sustainable energy technologies, with a particular focus on heat pumps, energy storage, and demand side management. Professor Hewitt is an acknowledged expert in the field of heat pumps, both in their development and in their end-use, especially with energy storage in the emerging sector of demand side management. His research interests include sustainable technologies, renewable energy integration, thermal energy systems, phase change materials, and building energy efficiency. He has initiated and worked on numerous significant European and UK Research Council funded research projects that have engaged academia, public and private bodies. His recent publication portfolio demonstrates a strong focus on sustainable energy technologies, particularly heat pump systems, thermal energy storage with phase change materials, and the integration of renewable energy sources. His work spans theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and practical implementation of energy technologies across various sectors including residential buildings, industrial applications, and transportation systems. Professor Hewitt has received notable recognition for his contributions to renewable energy: World Renewable Energy Network Pioneer Award (2018) Dean's Award (2020) As Director of the Centre for Sustainable Technologies, Professor Hewitt has secured significant research funding and leads multiple active projects including "Demand Flexibility for Efficient Northern Ireland Energy Systems," "Modelling and Optimising on-farm Renewable Energy Generation," and "Peace Plus Geothermal." His research portfolio includes 69 projects with 9 currently active, demonstrating sustained research leadership and impact in the field of sustainable energy technologies. Professor Hewitt leads the Centre for Sustainable Technologies at Ulster University, where his team focuses on developing innovative solutions for energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and sustainable building technologies. His center collaborates with international partners and industry stakeholders to translate research into practical applications that address pressing energy challenges.

• High-Temperature Heat Pumps
• Organic Rankine Cycle Systems
• Industrial Waste Heat Recovery
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Rahul Velanparambil Ravindran is a Research Associate at the Belfast School of Architecture & the Built Environment, Ulster University. His research focuses on high-temperature heat pumps, Organic Rankine Cycle systems, and industrial waste heat recovery. Affiliated with the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, he employs experimental and modelling approaches to advance sustainable energy technologies. Research Interests: Development of reversible heat pump-ORC systems for energy efficiency, scroll machine performance analysis, and industrial waste heat utilization. Collaborations: Works with supervisors Prof. Neil Hewitt and Dr. Ming Jun Huang on thermal engineering projects. Key Metrics: ORCID: 0000-0003-0654-0254 | h-index: 12 (based on Scopus citations). His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in climate action and sustainable energy. Recent publications highlight experimental investigations and system design optimizations for low-carbon thermal technologies.

• Agroecosystems
• Environmental Modeling
• Soil Science
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Bin Peng is an Assistant Professor in Crop Sciences and the Center for Digital Agriculture at the University of Illinois's National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). Their work focuses on agroecosystem modeling, climate-smart agriculture, and environmental sustainability, leveraging machine learning and data assimilation techniques. Key research areas include carbon budget quantification, crop response to environmental stress, soil biogeochemistry, and agrivoltaic systems integration. Affiliations: Crop Sciences Department, NCSA, Center for Digital Agriculture Research Themes: Agroecosystem dynamics, climate resilience, precision agriculture, and interdisciplinary sustainability solutions Recent projects emphasize model-data fusion for cotton agroecosystems, transpiration stress modeling, and scalable carbon budget quantification using knowledge-guided AI. Collaborations span hydrology, remote sensing, and agricultural engineering. Publications highlight advancements in crop yield modeling, soil nitrogen dynamics, and the environmental impacts of cover crops and tile drainage systems. Work frequently appears in journals like Agricultural and Forest Meteorology and the Journal of Advances in Modeling Earth Systems.

Vincent LemortView profile

Professor

• Thermodynamics
• Organic Rankine Cycle
• Carnot Batteries
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Vincent Lemort is a Full Professor of Thermodynamics in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanics at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Liège. He leads research in energy systems, particularly focusing on thermodynamic cycles and energy conversion technologies. His work bridges theoretical thermodynamics with practical applications in sustainable energy systems. 2004: Master in Electromechanical Engineering (Energy orientation), University of Liège 2006: Diploma of Advanced Studies (DEA) - Master in Advanced Studies, University of Liège 2008: PhD in Applied Thermodynamics, University of Liège 2023: Master in History of Technologies, University Paris 1 - Panthéon-Sorbonne Professor Lemort's research primarily focuses on thermodynamic cycles for energy conversion, with special emphasis on Organic Rankine Cycles (ORC) and Carnot batteries. His work explores the application of these technologies for waste heat recovery, geothermal power, and biomass cogeneration. He investigates the integration of thermal energy storage with renewable energy sources and examines system optimization for improved efficiency and sustainability. His research spans both theoretical modeling and experimental validation of thermal systems. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward Carnot battery technology, with significant focus on reversible heat pump/ORC systems for energy storage. His work addresses critical challenges in temperature glide effects, control strategies, and techno-economic optimization of hybrid energy storage systems. There's also substantial research on desiccant evaporative cooling technologies for climate-resilient building applications and innovative approaches to heat exchanger design. Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Engineers in Scotland (IES) - 2021, for contributions to thermodynamics and Organic Rankine Cycle research Professor Lemort actively supervises final year engineering projects and professional internships at the University of Liège. His teaching portfolio includes courses on applied thermodynamics, thermal machines, energy systems, and thermal energy management in buildings and vehicles. His research group likely receives funding from Belgian and European sources supporting sustainable energy technologies, though specific grants aren't detailed in the provided information. Based at the Energy Systems research unit in Building B49 at the Polytech District of the University of Liège, Professor Lemort leads a research team focused on experimental and theoretical aspects of thermodynamic cycles. His lab appears to have capabilities for testing heat pumps, ORC systems, and Carnot battery prototypes, with recent work including demonstration plants for thermally integrated energy storage systems.

David YanView profile

Associate Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Friction Stir Welding
• High-speed Machining
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Dr. David Yan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Aviation and Technology at San José State University, part of the College of Engineering. He holds a B.E. (Hons) and M.Phil. from Auckland University of Technology (New Zealand) and a Ph.D. from Deakin University (Australia). His research focuses on advanced manufacturing processes, including Friction Stir Welding, Additive Manufacturing, and High-speed Machining of aerospace alloys and bulk metallic glasses. Education: B.E. Mechanical Engineering (2007, AUT NZ), M.Phil. (2009, AUT NZ), Ph.D. (2014, Deakin AU). He teaches courses such as Green and Sustainable Product Design, Senior Project, and Engineering Materials. His research aims to improve hybrid manufacturing efficiency and material properties in aerospace applications. Professional Service: Active in The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS), serving as Technical Committee Member, Symposium Co-Organizer, and Guest Editor for JOM. He chairs committees in curriculum development, research, and scholarship at SJSU. Research Contributions: Over 20 peer-reviewed publications and edited books on FSW, additive manufacturing, and BMG processing. His work emphasizes surface integrity, microstructural evolution, and process optimization in advanced materials.

• Excavation Mechanics
• Rock Mechanics
• Soil Conditioning
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Emre Avunduk is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mining Engineering, Faculty of Mines, Istanbul Technical University (ITU). He holds a PhD in Mining Engineering from ITU (2011–2018) and has academic and professional experience spanning over a decade in excavation mechanics, rock mechanics, and soil conditioning. His research focuses on optimizing tunneling and mining technologies, particularly involving TBM performance analysis, soil conditioning, and cutting tool efficiency. Education: PhD in Mining Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2011–2018) MSc in Mining Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2009–2011) BSc in Mining Engineering, Istanbul University (2004–2008) Educational Exchange: Politecnico di Torino (2009–2010) Research Interests: Prof. Avunduk's work emphasizes empirical and experimental studies on tunnel boring machine (TBM) performance, soil conditioning optimization, and rock cutting mechanics. His contributions include developing predictive models for TBM efficiency, analyzing clogging effects in EPB TBMs, and investigating the impact of rock/textural properties on cutting tool performance. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in infrastructure development and sustainable engineering practices. Publications: His 29 research outputs span journals like Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology and Geotechnical and Geological Engineering , focusing on topics such as double scroll cutting patterns, vane shear testing, and empirical modeling. Key themes include optimizing excavation parameters and improving TBM reliability in challenging geological conditions. Grants & Projects: "Investigation of the Effect of Textural Properties of Natural Stones on Cuttability and Brittleness" (TUBITAK, 2012–2015) "Prediction and Optimization of Excavation Performance of Pressure Tunnel Boring Machines" (Ongoing) Labs/Teams: Engaged in ITU's Mining Engineering Department labs, focusing on full-scale cutting experiments and geotechnical testing. Collaborates with international institutions on rock mechanics and tunneling projects.