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Muhammad GulzariView profile

Assistant Professor

• Finite Element Modelling
• Structural Dynamics
• Applied Mechanics
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Dr. Muhammad Gulzari is an Assistant Professor at the School of Civil Engineering, University College Dublin (UCD). Previously, he held positions as Lecturer/Assistant Professor at the University of Galway (2023–2024), Adjunct Assistant Professor at Trinity College Dublin (2022–2023), and a Research Fellow at Trinity College Dublin (2021–2023). He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Structural Engineering from City University of Hong Kong (2021) and a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology Lahore (2017). Education: Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore Ph.D., Civil Structural Engineering, City University of Hong Kong Research Interests: His work focuses on structured materials and dynamics, including finite element modeling, phononic crystals, acoustic and mechanical metamaterials, vibration and noise control, and applications in structural health monitoring. He leads the Structured Materials and Dynamics Lab at UCD, exploring nonlinear and nonreciprocal metamaterials. Teaching and Awards: He has taught courses in Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Combustion Engineering. Notable recognitions include the Seal of Excellence Award from the EU-Horizon MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) and nominations for teaching excellence awards at Trinity College Dublin and University of Galway. Grants: TimberFlow: Enhancing Efficiency in Mass Timber Construction (Enterprise Ireland, 2025) Indoor Acoustic Quality via Acoustic Metamaterials (Enterprise Ireland, 2025) RUBBERPAVE: ELT Integration in Pavement Construction (Enterprise Ireland, 2024–2026) Deep Learning for Metamaterial Design (Irish Research Council, 2021–2023) Labs and Collaborations: His research group collaborates with industry partners like Amplitude Acoustics and G-frame Structures Ltd. Key projects include developing metamaterials for noise/vibration control and sustainable construction materials.

Eugene O'BrienView profile

Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Bridge Safety Assessment
• Traffic Load Modeling
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Professor Eugene O'Brien serves as Professor of Civil Engineering within the School of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin's College of Engineering and Architecture. His research focuses on critical structural assessment methodologies for long-span bridges, with particular expertise in traffic load modeling and bridge safety evaluation. His research interests center on structural engineering challenges related to bridge infrastructure, specifically traffic load assessment for long-span bridges , structural health monitoring systems , and sustainable infrastructure management . Professor O'Brien pioneered camera-based monitoring techniques to overcome limitations of traditional Weigh-in-Motion sensors during congested traffic conditions, enabling more accurate safety assessments of aging bridge infrastructure. His work addresses the critical gap in quantifying traffic loading on bridges with spans up to 2 kilometers, where conventional methods fail during stop-and-go traffic scenarios. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on probabilistic modeling of traffic loads, with increasing sophistication in handling extreme events and long-term infrastructure performance. His work spans fundamental statistical methods for load effect prediction, practical applications in real-world bridge assessments, and environmental considerations regarding infrastructure carbon footprints. The research demonstrates strong methodological evolution from basic traffic modeling to comprehensive lifetime assessment frameworks incorporating sustainability metrics. As co-founder and director of Roughan O'Donovan's subsidiary Innovative Solutions (ROD-IS), Professor O'Brien has translated research into practice through significant projects including the Malahide Railway Viaduct assessment (2009), EU-funded bridge lifespan simulation tools (2011), vibration reduction systems for bridge cables, and structural assessments for major international projects including the Ting Kau Bridge in Hong Kong, the Forth Road Bridge in Scotland, and the Chacao Channel Bridge in Chile. His consultancy work demonstrates direct application of academic research to critical infrastructure challenges worldwide. Professor O'Brien's research group operates at the intersection of structural engineering and sustainable infrastructure management, with particular emphasis on extending bridge service life through accurate safety assessment. Their work on the Chacao Channel Bridge demonstrates practical implementation of traffic monitoring systems using toll data to manage truck loads, while their environmental impact analysis shows how accurate safety assessments reduce unnecessary bridge replacements, thereby lowering the carbon footprint of transportation infrastructure through extended service life of carbon-intensive materials like concrete and steel.

Dimitra PsychogiouView profile

Professor

• Microwave Engineering
• RF Filters
• Millimeter-wave Technology
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Dimitra Psychogiou is a Full Professor of Microwave Engineering at University College Cork and Principal Investigator at Tyndall National Institute's CONNECT Centre in Cork, Ireland. She leads the Advanced RF Technology Group, driving innovation in reconfigurable RF systems for next-generation wireless networks. Her academic credentials include: Dipl.-Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Patras (2008) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich (2013) Prof. Psychogiou's research pioneers reconfigurable microwave filters , non-reciprocal RF components , and additive manufacturing for antenna systems . Her work bridges theoretical microwave engineering with practical implementations in 5G/6G front-ends, emphasizing sustainability through hyperflexible filtering architectures that reduce hardware complexity and energy consumption. Key innovations include acoustic-wave resonator filters and 3D-printed RF components enabling unprecedented miniaturization. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals a strategic shift toward multifunctional RF integration , where filtering coexists with isolation, amplification, and switching in single modules. This trend addresses critical industry needs for compact, software-defined radio front-ends in satellite communications and IoT networks, with increasing emphasis on reflectionless topologies and spatiotemporal modulation techniques. Her scientific recognition includes: 2023 MTT-S Outstanding Young Engineer Award 2021 Roberto Sorrentino Prize 2021 SFI Research Professorship 2020 NSF CAREER Award 2020 URSI Young Scientist Award UC Boulder Junior Faculty Research Award Prof. Psychogiou actively shapes her field through leadership roles as Chair of IEEE MTT-13 Committee and Secretary of USNC-URSI Commission D, while serving as Associate Editor for IEEE MWCL and IJMWT. Her group collaborates extensively with semiconductor foundries and wireless infrastructure companies to transition lab innovations to commercial applications. The Advanced RF Technology Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for GaAs MMIC prototyping, 3D-printed RF component fabrication, and full-wave electromagnetic characterization, supporting Ireland's strategic position in European telecommunications research.

• Wearable Sensors
• Smart Garments
• Sustainable Textiles
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Dr. Shirley Coyle is an Assistant Professor in the School of Electronic Engineering at Dublin City University (DCU) and Programme Chair for the BSc Global Challenges. She holds a BEng in Electronic Engineering from DCU (2000) and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from NUI Maynooth (2005). Her career includes roles as a Telecoms Engineer at Siemens, Research Fellow at the National Centre for Sensor Research, and Team Leader of Wearable Sensors in the INSIGHT Centre for Data Analytics. She also studied part-time at the Grafton Academy for Fashion Design and later founded a consultancy in wearable technologies. Her research focuses on smart garments, wearable sensors, and sustainable textiles, with applications in healthcare, sports performance, and S.T.E.A.M. integration. Key interests include developing wearable chemical sensors, energy-autonomous sensing systems, and IoT-enabled rehabilitation devices. She has pioneered work on wearable sensors for monitoring chronic diseases, athlete training, and home rehabilitation using VR. Dr. Coyle’s work spans interdisciplinary collaboration, combining biomedical engineering with textile design. Her contributions include innovations in electrospun textiles, self-powered sensors, and sensor integration with microfluidics. She has held leadership roles in DCU’s Governing Authority and promotes STEM education through design-focused initiatives.

Dongyun NieView profile

Assistant Professor

• Customer Lifetime Value
• Data Mining
• Forecasting
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Dr. Dongyun Nie is an Assistant Professor at Dublin City University's School of Computing. She holds a PhD in Computer Science with a specialization in Customer Relationship Management. Her core research explores customer lifetime value, forecasting, data mining, and record linkage. Her recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary work spanning health informatics, sports analytics, and environmental data engineering. Research predominantly focuses on machine learning applications for real-world data challenges including eye-tracking systems, lifelog analytics, and public health data infrastructure. Teaching responsibilities include modules on Machine Learning (CA4109), Enterprise Systems Configuration (CA2049), and Web Design (CA106), integrating research expertise into computing education.

Krishnendu GuhaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Embedded Systems
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Krishnendu Guha is an Assistant Professor and CONNECT Funded Investigator at the School of Computer Science and Information Technology, University College Cork. His research bridges embedded systems, cybersecurity, and quantum-safe hardware design with AI and bio-inspired strategies. PhD: University of Calcutta (Department of Science and Technology, Government of India) Postdoctoral: University of Florida Past Roles: Research Fellow at Intel India, Visiting Scientist at Indian Statistical Institute, Temporary Assistant Professor at NIT Jamshedpur His research focuses on embedded systems security , real-time security mechanisms , and quantum-safe hardware . He integrates AI (e.g., neural networks) and bio-inspired strategies (e.g., gecko crypsis behavior) into security frameworks for FPGAs and edge platforms. Recent publications highlight trends in blockchain for supply chains , quantum machine learning , secure FPGA architectures , and distributed AI systems . His work addresses energy efficiency, fault detection, and decentralized security in hardware. As a CONNECT Centre member, Dr. Guha contributes to advanced research in reconfigurable systems and cybersecurity. Grants and collaborations span quantum-safe design, cloud FPGA security, and hardware trojan mitigation.

• Multiphase Flows
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Yan Delaure is Associate Professor of Fluid Mechanics at Dublin City University's School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and Deputy Director of the DCU Water Institute. His research focuses on multiphase flows, environmental hydraulics, and computational fluid dynamics applications in wastewater treatment and marine systems. Research includes microbubble dynamics for aeration, fluid-structure interactions in deformable systems, and biomimetic antifouling solutions. Recent publications explore advanced simulation methods for turbulent flows and additive manufacturing process optimization.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Case-Based Reasoning
• Machine Learning
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Prof. Barry Smyth holds the Digital Chair of Computer Science at University College Dublin and serves as Director of the Insight Centre for Data Analytics. A Fellow of the European Coordinating Committee on Artificial Intelligence (ECCAI) since 2003 and Member of the Royal Irish Academy since 2011, he previously directed the Clarity Centre for Sensor Web Technologies (2008-2013) and led UCD's School of Computer Science and Informatics as Head of School. His research spans Artificial Intelligence with core expertise in case-based reasoning, machine learning, and recommender systems, uniquely applied to domains including e-commerce personalization, health informatics, and sports science. Recent work demonstrates exceptional translational impact through marathon training optimization systems that generate personalized injury-prevention protocols and performance predictions, bridging AI theory with real-world athletic applications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary AI applications: 60% focus on sports science (particularly marathon running), 25% on privacy-enhanced recommender systems, and 15% on financial time-series analysis. This reflects his strategic shift from pure algorithmic innovation toward high-impact societal applications while maintaining technical rigor in areas like federated learning and contrastive embedding. Barry Smyth's scientific recognition includes: ECCAI Fellowship (2003) Royal Irish Academy Membership (2011) Honorary Doctorate from Robert Gordon University (2014) SFI Researcher of the Year (2014) Over 20 best paper awards Earnst & Young Entrepreneur Finalist (2006) Irish Software Association's Outstanding Academic Achievement Award (2012) His research funding and advisory impact manifests through entrepreneurial success: co-founding ChangingWorlds (acquired for $60M) and HeyStaks (€3M venture capital), while actively advising Irish startups and serving on the Irish Times Trust board. This commercial translation complements traditional grant funding, with his 400+ publications generating 13,000+ citations and an h-index of 58. Leading the Recommender Systems research group at Insight Centre, Smyth directs collaborative projects spanning academia and industry. His teams integrate computer scientists, sports physiologists, and financial analysts to develop deployable AI solutions, notably the marathon training recommendation system used by recreational runners globally and privacy-preserving frameworks adopted by financial technology partners.

• IoT Systems
• Data Quality
• Fog Analytics
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John Byabazaire is a Research Fellow at the School of Computer Science, University College Dublin (UCD). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from UCD (2024), following a BSc (Gulu University, 2013) and MSc (Waterford Institute of Technology, 2018). His research focuses on IoT systems for data collection, remote sensing, AI-driven end-to-end system management, and fog analytics. He has held academic roles including Assistant Lecturer at Gulu University (2018–2019) and teaching roles at UCD since 2019, including Occasional Lecturer and Senior Teaching Assistant. His research spans smart agriculture, data quality in IoT, and education technology. Notable contributions include frameworks for yield mapping in precision agriculture, trust-based data validation in IoT, and machine learning approaches for livestock health monitoring. He has secured grants like the National ICT Initiatives Support Program (Uganda Government, 2019–2020). Teaching includes courses on cloud computing, web development, and distributed systems. His articles emphasize IoT data quality, agricultural analytics, and educational technology innovation. He actively promotes technology adoption in African education and agriculture sectors through collaborative projects.

• Machine Learning-Informed Medicines Optimization
• Computational Pharmaceutics-Informed Drug Delivery
• Digitalisation of Pharmacy Practice
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Dr. Harriet Bennett-Lenane is a Lecturer in Clinical Pharmaceutics at the School of Pharmacy, University College Cork (UCC). She holds a BSc(Pharm) from Trinity College Dublin (2017), an MPharm from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (2018), and a PhD in Pharmaceutics from UCC (2022), supported by an Irish Research Council Postgraduate Scholarship. Her research focuses on machine learning applications in drug formulation, computational pharmaceutics, and digital pharmacy practice. She has industry experience in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs roles at Eli Lilly, MSD, and Clinigen. Research Interests include optimizing medicines using AI, improving drug delivery systems, and enhancing pharmacy services for vulnerable patients. Her work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing translational research. Notable Awards: Gold Medal for Pharmaceutics (Trinity College Dublin, 2017), Irish Research Council Postgraduate Scholarship (2018), and Entrance Exhibition Scholar (Trinity College Dublin, 2014). Teaching: Focuses on integrating research-led, active learning approaches in Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutics.

• Uncertainty Quantification
• Civil Engineering Systems
• Resilience Engineering
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Rui Teixeira is an Assistant Professor in the School of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD). He leads UCD's Centre for Critical Infrastructure Research (CCIR) and focuses on Uncertainty Quantification, Safety, and Risk in civil engineering systems, with applications to infrastructure resilience. His research emphasizes reliability analysis, multi-fidelity modeling, and AI-driven risk assessment. Education: MSc in Civil Engineering, University of Porto, Portugal PhD in Civil Engineering, Trinity College Dublin Professional Certificate in University Teaching and Learning, UCD Research Interests: Development of novel reliability analysis techniques Resilience of infrastructure systems Artificial intelligence applications for risk assessment Probabilistic system evaluation and safety standards Grants & Projects: Smart Enforcement of Transport Operations (SETO), Horizon Europe (2023–2026) Optimality-Tracking Civil Engineering Systems, Enterprise Ireland (2023–2025) Floating Offshore Wind Dynamic Cables (FlOWDyn), Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (2024–2027) Teaching: Coordinates courses such as 'Civil Engineering Systems' and 'Design of Structures 1'. Labs/Teams: Director of the Centre for Critical Infrastructure Research (CCIR), focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to infrastructure resilience.

Paul LeonardView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomolecular Interaction Analysis
• Single-Cell Analysis
• Biologics Discovery
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Assoc. Prof. Paul Leonard is an Associate Professor in Biotherapeutics at Dublin City University (DCU), leading the Biomedical Innovation Group (BIG) within the School of Biotechnology. His research focuses on biomolecular interaction analysis, single-cell technologies, and biologics discovery, addressing challenges in oncology, cardiovascular disease, and infectious disease diagnostics. He has 20+ years of academic and industry experience, co-founding Remedy Biologics Ltd and securing over €15M in funding. His entrepreneurial roles include CSO/CTO, Lean Six Sigma process improvements, and advisory work for life sciences companies. Research interests span high-throughput antibody discovery, immunoassay development, and environmental sensing. He collaborates with academia and industry, including projects like AquaBioSens for aquatic pollutant detection. His lab employs multidisciplinary teams and holds patents in biotechnology. Paul also serves as an external examiner for Technical University Dublin’s Biomedical Diagnostics program. Key achievements include technology spin-outs, patent filings, and leadership in EU-funded projects. His work bridges academic innovation with commercial applications, emphasizing rapid diagnostic tools and therapeutic advancements.

• Digital Signal Processing
• Communication Systems
• Biomedical Signal Processing
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Dr. Barry Cardiff is an Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD), where he has been a member of academic staff since September 2013. His career spans both industry and academia, with significant experience at Nokia Mobile Phone (UK) Ltd and Silicon & Software Systems (S3 group) before returning to complete his PhD at UCD. Education: B.Eng (1992), M.Eng.Sc. (1995), PhD (2011) from University College Dublin Professional Experience: Design Engineer at Nokia (1993-2001), Systems Architect at S3 group (2001-2007, 2011-2013) Current Position: Assistant Professor at UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Dr. Cardiff's research focuses on Digital Signal Processing applications in communication systems, with particular emphasis on theoretical analysis and practical implementation. His work bridges traditional communication theory with emerging biomedical applications, especially in wearable IoT sensors. He has made significant contributions to power/complexity reduction techniques in circuit design, specifically DSP algorithms for digitally assisted analog circuits. His research program addresses critical challenges in biomedical signal processing, sensor fusion, and efficient data transmission for healthcare applications. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward biomedical applications of signal processing techniques, with a focus on ECG analysis, atrial fibrillation detection, and respiratory rate estimation using multimodal sensor fusion. The research shows a clear progression from traditional communication systems toward healthcare applications, with an emphasis on edge computing solutions that reduce power consumption in wearable devices. IEEE BioCas best paper award (2024) IEEE senior member since 2019 Active reviewer for multiple IEEE journals including Transactions on Biomedical Circuits and Systems, Circuits and Systems, and VLSI Systems Dr. Cardiff has supervised numerous research projects and has been instrumental in developing curriculum for digital communications, signal processing, and wireless systems. His teaching philosophy emphasizes open, friendly, and hands-on approaches that encourage independent thinking. He coordinates multiple modules including Communication Theory, Digital Electronics, DSP Technology, and Wireless Systems, demonstrating his commitment to both theoretical foundations and practical applications of electrical engineering principles. His research group works at the intersection of signal processing, machine learning, and biomedical engineering, developing innovative solutions for wearable healthcare monitoring. Current projects focus on event-driven processing architectures, decentralized classification systems, and signal quality-aware fusion techniques that enable robust performance in noisy real-world environments.

• Multi-agent Systems
• Sustainability
• Intelligent Transport Systems
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Dr. Fatemeh Golpayegani is an Assistant Professor at the School of Computer Science, University College Dublin. She leads the Multi-agent Systems and Sustainable Solutions lab (MAS3.ucd.ie) and has secured over €1.5M in research grants. Her academic roles include BSc Stage 4 Coordinator and Chair of Women@CS (2012–2023). She holds a PhD from Trinity College Dublin (2018) and professional qualifications in university teaching from UCD. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Trinity College Dublin (2018) Professional Diploma in University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin (2024) Professional Certificate in University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin (2023) Research Interests: Focuses on multi-agent systems, sustainability, intelligent transport systems, autonomous decision-making, and edge computing. Her work integrates reinforcement learning, ontology-based models, and adaptive systems to address challenges in smart cities, energy grids, and infrastructure monitoring. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for the EU-funded RE-ROUTE project (€multi-million, 2023–2026) on intelligent transport networks. Co-Principal Investigator for the Augmented CCAM project on connected/cooperative autonomous mobility. Funded investigator in SFI centres (I-Form, CONNECT, Biorbic). Awards & Recognition: Researcher of the Year Award (2022) Member of Young Academy of Ireland (2023) Teaching & Mentoring: Coordinates modules in algorithms, Java programming, and operating systems. Supervises PhD students in SFI centres and mentors postdoctoral researchers. Active in promoting EDI as Chair of d-real doctoral training centre. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the MAS3 lab, collaborating on projects like CAPTAIN CARBON (sustainable transport gamification) and ontology-enhanced traffic signal control systems.

Md Noor-A-RahimView profile

Assistant Professor

• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Machine Learning
• Internet of Things
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Dr. Md Noor-A-Rahim is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer-Above the Bar) at the School of Computer Science and Information Technology, University College Cork (Ireland). He previously served as a Senior Researcher and Marie Curie Fellow at the same institution. His academic journey includes a PhD from the University of South Australia (2015) and the prestigious Michael Miller Medal for his outstanding thesis on wireless communication systems. His research focuses on Intelligent Transportation Systems, Machine Learning, IoT, Wireless Networks, and DNA-based data storage. He has published extensively on topics like 6G-V2X systems, time-sensitive networking, and error characterization in DNA storage. His work integrates cutting-edge technologies such as intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRS), federated learning, and ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC). Research Interests : Dr. Rahim's research bridges theoretical advancements and real-world applications in vehicular networks, smart manufacturing, and next-generation communication systems. He explores challenges in autonomous driving, edge computing, and bio-constrained data storage. His contributions include novel coding schemes for anytime transmission and frameworks for mitigating big vehicle shadowing in V2X communications. Key Publications : His recent work includes a comprehensive survey on wireless TSN (2025), analysis of 6G-V2X systems (2022), and breakthrough studies on DNA data storage error modeling (2023). These publications highlight his expertise in both foundational research and industry-relevant solutions. Awards : Recipient of the Michael Miller Medal (2015) for doctoral research excellence. Grants & Labs : While specific grants are not listed in the text, his research portfolio suggests involvement in collaborative projects with industry partners and funding bodies. He leads interdisciplinary efforts in smart manufacturing and vehicular communication systems.