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• Hydrological modeling
• Ecohydrology
• Soil-climate-vegetation interactions
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Leonardo Valerio Noto is a Full Professor of Hydraulic Engineering at the Department of Civil, Environmental, Aerospace, Materials Engineering (DICAM) at the University of Palermo, Italy, where he has served since November 2019 after previously holding the position of Associate Professor since January 2015. His academic career at the University of Palermo began in November 2001 as a University Researcher in Hydraulic Engineering. Professor Noto graduated with honors (110/110 cum laude) in Civil Engineering from the University of Palermo in 1994 and earned his PhD in Hydraulic Engineering from the University of Reggio Calabria in 2000. His international research experience includes multiple visiting scientist positions at MIT (2004 and 2006, totaling 10 months) and Georgia Tech (2015, 4 months), where he worked in the research group of Professor R.L. Bras. His research focuses on hydrological modeling, ecohydrology, and soil-climate-vegetation interactions, with particular emphasis on statistical analysis of hydrological extremes (floods and droughts), GIS applications in hydrology, and spatial analysis. Professor Noto has made significant contributions to understanding climate change impacts on Mediterranean hydrology, especially in Sicily. His recent work demonstrates a strong focus on climate change impacts on extreme precipitation, advanced flood modeling techniques, ecohydrological vegetation dynamics, and carbon sequestration through enhanced weathering. Professor Noto serves as an associate editor for the ISI journals Hydrological Processes and Water Resources Management and reviews for more than 10 ISI journals. He is an active member of CINID (Interuniversity Consortium for Hydrology), the Scientific Council of SII (Italian Hydrological Society), and WARREDOC (Research and Documentation Centre on Water Resources). He also served on the ASN Commission for SC 08/A1 (2021-23). With over 240 conference presentations and more than 90 peer-reviewed journal articles, Professor Noto has established himself as a leading researcher in Mediterranean hydrology. His research collaborations extend to the University of Michigan, Georgia Tech, and the University of Washington. He has supervised numerous graduate theses on diverse hydrological topics and leads projects developing early warning systems for urban flooding and analyzing climate change impacts on Sicilian water resources.

Jason KirbyView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Sustainability
• Civil Engineering
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Dr. Jason Kirby is an Associate Professor and Director of the Online Master's in Engineering in Sustainable Smart Cities at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He leads a program collaborating with Staffordshire University in the UK. His expertise lies in environmental engineering and sustainable urban development. Education: B.S. in Environmental Science from Auburn University, M.S. and Ph.D. in Civil/Environmental Engineering from the University of Alabama. Research Focus: Environmental sustainability, transportation safety, air/water quality, and green infrastructure. He emphasizes engineering practices that balance ecological preservation with societal needs. Recent work includes studies on highway maintenance safety, autoclaved aerated concrete sustainability, and air pollution impacts on public health. Awards: 2018 UAB President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Teaching & Mentorship: Mentor to dozens of graduate students and instructor to hundreds of undergraduates. Advocates for global education through programs like the UAB-Egypt study abroad initiative. Collaborations: Partnerships with state transportation agencies (e.g., Alabama DOT) and international universities. Active in telehealth education strategies for rural regions.

Jialei ShenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Building Energy and Environment
• Indoor Air Quality
• Environmental Health
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Jialei Shen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), with a joint appointment in Environmental Health Sciences in the School of Public Health. His research focuses on air quality, public health, and sustainability in urban and built environments, emphasizing engineering solutions for healthy and sustainable buildings. He holds a PhD in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Syracuse University (2023), an M.E. in Architectural Engineering from Nanjing University, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University. Dr. Shen's research interests include building energy systems, indoor air quality, airborne pathogens, air cleaning technologies, urban environments, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to software/website developments. His work emphasizes practical applications, such as optimizing ventilation systems to reduce airborne disease transmission and evaluating air cleaning device performance under realistic conditions. His publications span topics from CFD-based infection risk reduction in offices to urban intersection pollutant dispersion and modular green building design strategies. He currently serves as Youth Editor for the journal Building Simulation , reflecting his active role in advancing building science research. Key research themes include: Indoor-outdoor pollutant interactions and mitigation strategies CFD modeling for ventilation and pathogen control Development of air quality assessment tools (e.g., the ANT plug-in) Urban design impacts on microclimate and air quality Dr. Shen’s interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, environmental science, and public health to address challenges in creating healthier built environments.

Zadia CodabuxView profile

Associate Professor

• Empirical Software Engineering
• Technical Debt
• Software Metrics
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Zadia Codabux is an Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan , Department of Computer Science. Her work focuses on Empirical Software Engineering , Technical Debt , and Software Security . Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mississippi State University (USA) M.S. in Computer Science, University of Mauritius Her research explores technical debt in code reviews, predictive analytics for vulnerability detection, and the intersection of software metrics with security. Recent work includes serverless smell detection tools and studies on LLM impacts on programming platforms. Key publications span conferences like FSE , ESEM , and MSR , with trends showing increasing focus on Android security , code review civility , and developer support systems . Scientific Awards: NSERC Discovery Grant (PI 2021-2026, 2026-2027) IEEE Computer Society TCSE Distinguished Paper Award (SANER'22) SSHRC Insight Grant (collaborator 2024-2025) She supervises PhD and MSc students in software quality research and contributes to equity initiatives like CRA-WP and Grace Hopper Celebration.

Simon Michael PapalexiouView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Hydroclimatic Modeling
• Stochastic Processes
• Climate Change
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Simon Michael Papalexiou is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Civil Geological and Environmental Engineering and an Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at the University of Calgary. His research focuses on hydroclimatic variability, extremes, and stochastic modeling, with applications in climate change diagnostics and risk assessment. He leads the development of CoSMoS-R, a widely adopted stochastic modeling software. Roles: Adjunct Prof (U of Saskatchewan), Associate Prof (U of Calgary) Editorial Roles: Associate Editor for Water Resources Research and Journal of Hydrology Research interests include advancing stochastic models for hydroclimatic processes, uncertainty quantification, and bias-correction methods. His work has been featured in over 100 media outlets and recognized through prestigious awards like Science Magazine’s Editor’s Choice and multiple highlights in AGU’s Eos. He has authored over 86 journal articles, delivered 100+ conference presentations, and organized workshops on time series modeling. His contributions to hydroclimatic extremes research are highlighted in a special issue of Advances in Water Resources .

• Control Systems
• Automation and Robotics
• Water Distribution Networks
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Ramon Pérez Magrané is a Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) in the Department of Systems Engineering, Automatic Control, and Industrial Informatics. He is affiliated with the ESEIAAT School of Engineering and leads research in the SIC (Smart Control Systems) and CS2AC (Supervision, Safety, and Automatic Control) groups. His work focuses on advanced control systems, water distribution networks, and smart infrastructure optimization. He has led over 176 research activities including projects on water network supervision (e.g., WATERNET), drone path planning using deep reinforcement learning, and hydraulic modeling. Notable collaborations include work with Barcelona Supercomputing Center and European initiatives. Research interests span control systems, robotics, environmental engineering, and optimization. His recent publications address leakage reduction in water networks, chlorine concentration modeling, and autonomous systems. Awards include the 1997 Quality Teaching Award for curriculum improvements. Advises students like Bartomeu Rubí (PhD on quadrotor control). Active in EU-funded projects and has developed tools like the FLUENT 2.0 optimization framework. Laboratory work includes hydraulic modeling and robotic systems prototyping.

Tiziana MargariaView profile

Professor

• Model-Driven Development
• Artificial Intelligence
• Formal Verification
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Professor Tiziana Margaria is a faculty member at the Department of Computer Science & Information Systems at the University of Limerick. She is affiliated with multiple research centers, including Lero – the Irish Software Research Centre, the Centre for Research Training in Foundations of Data Science, and the Limerick Digital Cancer Research Centre. Academic focus on Model-Driven Development, Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, and Formal Verification 2023 recipient of the University of Limerick Team Teaching Award Active in interdisciplinary collaborations bridging Computer Science with Digital Humanities and Healthcare Develops low-code/no-code platforms for medical data analysis and smart manufacturing Her research spans AI governance , blockchain-based privacy systems , digital twins for cyber-physical systems , and education-focused software tools . Recent projects include interoperability frameworks for healthcare data and extreme model-driven approaches for historical data transcription. Notable scientific contributions include: 2025: Review on AI-driven healthcare system design 2024: Formal methods in AI validation 2022: Edge analytics in smart manufacturing 2020: Blockchain for medical privacy Her work emphasizes practical implementation of theoretical concepts through tools like Cinco de Bio and MazeGen. She actively promotes collaboration between technical and domain-specific teams in Industry 4.0 contexts.

Rodrigo HerreraView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Deep Foundations in Karst Terrain
• Strain Compatible Design Methods
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Rodrigo Herrera is a Courtesy Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering. He concurrently serves as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). His expertise spans geotechnical engineering with a focus on deep foundations, dynamic load testing, and software development for design analysis. Educational Background: M.E. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, University of Florida (2001) B.S. in Civil Engineering, Florida International University (1997) Research Interests: Development of strain-compatible design methodologies Calibration of geotechnical testing techniques (high strain dynamic load testing, low strain integrity testing) Florida-specific rock strength characterization for foundation systems Geo-statistical approaches to quantify design uncertainty Advancement of geotechnical design software applications Professional Affiliations: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering.

Ha BuiView profile

Professor

• Computational Mechanics
• Constitutive Modelling
• Geomechanics
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Professor Ha Bui is the Head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Monash University and an ARC Future Fellow. He holds a PhD in Computational Geomechanics from Ritsumeikan University, Japan, and has been with Monash since 2012. His research focuses on computational mechanics, material modeling, and geomechanics, with a particular emphasis on failure mechanisms of geomaterials and developing predictive tools for geo-disasters. He leads the development of GeoXPM, a particle-based computational software for geotechnical applications. Bui has received numerous awards, including the ALERT Research Medal (2021) and the ARC Future Fellowship (2020). He serves as Editor of Computers & Geotechnics and Associate Editor of multiple journals, contributing significantly to the field through editorial and review work. His research spans numerical methods like SPH and DEM, addressing challenges in geohazard prediction, material behavior under extreme conditions, and infrastructure resilience.

Andrea WelkerView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Stormwater Management
• Green Stormwater Infrastructure
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Andrea Welker is the Dean of the School of Engineering and a Professor of Civil Engineering at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). She holds a B.S.C.E. (1991), M.S.C.E. (1993) from Drexel University, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin (1998). Previously, she served as Associate Dean and Professor at Villanova University from 2016–2022, with prior roles including Professor (2013–2022), Associate Professor (2005–2013), and Assistant Professor (1999–2005). Her research focuses on geotechnical engineering, stormwater management, and green infrastructure, particularly rain garden performance and sustainable water systems. She has received awards such as the 2022 DEI Award from USUCGER and the 2015 Wesley O. Pipes Alumni Award. Her work integrates field experiments, computational modeling, and educational innovation, including initiatives like the Career Compass professional development program. She holds professional licenses as a P.E. and ENV SP. Education: B.S.C.E., Drexel University, 1991 M.S.C.E., Drexel University, 1993 Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 1998 Research Interests: Hydrological performance of green stormwater infrastructure Evapotranspiration dynamics in rain gardens Environmental impacts of urbanization Curriculum development for engineering education Grants & Service: NSF-funded grants for STEM education initiatives Leadership roles in ASEE and ASCE Active in promoting diversity and inclusion in engineering Labs & Teams: Center for Excellence in STEM Education (TCNJ) Indoor Ag (iA) Labs (TCNJ) Collaborations with environmental agencies and municipalities

Peili WangView profile

Professor

• Interior Design
• Architectural Illustration
• Design Communication
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Peili Wang is a Professor of Interior Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Atlanta, where she has held this position since 2004. She also serves as Design Director for PLH and Jiazi Housing Industrial Systems in China (since 2012) and owns WW Studio in Atlanta (since 2008). Her professional background includes roles at Cooper Carry Inc. and the Second China Railway Civil Engineering Group Corp. Wang is a prominent figure in design communication and architectural illustration, recognized through awards like the 2020 Excellence Award in the International Architecture Illustration Competition. She actively contributes to academic organizations such as the American Society of Architectural Illustrators (ASAI) and chairs committees like the SCAD Atlanta Sustainability Council (2014–15). Education: M.F.A., Interior Design, Savannah College of Art and Design B.F.A., Interior Design, Savannah College of Art and Design A.F.A., Industrial Design, Sichuan Fine Arts Institute Research Interests: Her work focuses on merging traditional artistic techniques with modern digital tools, emphasizing sustainability in design and cultural preservation. She explores perspective rendering, freehand sketching, and the application of materials like tile and watercolor in interior spaces. Her teaching philosophy integrates hands-on practice with theoretical frameworks to foster innovative design solutions. Awards: 2022 Juror for Silk Road Exhibition 2020 Excellence Award, International Architecture Illustration Competition 2018 Dual Excellence Awards in Design Communication Advising & Leadership: As Faculty Advisor to the SCAD Atlanta Interior Design Student Organization (iDO) since 2017, she mentors students in professional development and exhibition participation. She has coordinated roles including Graduate Coordinator and Conference Chair for international design events. Exhibitions: Her work has been featured in major venues like the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Harmony and Evolution exhibition and the Visualizing Architectural Design Exhibition at the 2011 UIA World Congress in Tokyo.

Jae-Ho PyeonView profile

Associate Professor

• Construction Engineering and Management
• Project Risk Management
• Sustainable Construction
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Dr. Jae-Ho Pyeon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at San José State University. He specializes in construction engineering and management, with a focus on project delivery systems, risk management, and sustainable construction practices. Dr. Pyeon holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida and has extensive experience in developing decision support systems for optimizing construction processes. His research explores innovative contracting methods, such as incentive/disincentive provisions, and their impact on project time and cost performance. Notable areas include traffic management during highway construction, the application of BIM and VR technologies, and environmental sustainability in construction equipment. He has published widely on topics like blockchain-based environmental monitoring systems, synthetic data generation for hazard scenarios, and cost estimation hybrid algorithms. Dr. Pyeon is affiliated with the Construction Research Council and Construction Institute, contributing to industry-standard practices. His work emphasizes bridging technological advancements with practical construction challenges, such as reducing carbon emissions through hybrid/electric equipment and enhancing safety through digital twin simulations. His research also addresses post-disaster infrastructure recovery frameworks and global trends in long tunnel construction.

William CapehartView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrometeorology
• Climate Change
• Forecast Risk Assessment
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William Capehart serves as an Associate Professor in Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences & Civil and Environmental Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, where he also directs the Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences Program. His academic journey includes a B.S. in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Meteorology from Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Capehart's research focuses on the intersection of land-surface processes and atmospheric systems, with particular emphasis on hydrometeorology, climate change impacts, and forecast risk assessment. His work involves developing tools to examine how land cover, vegetation, and subsurface processes influence the hydrologic cycle, and how these interactions affect weather and climate scales. He actively investigates the role of these processes in operational meteorology, risk and hazard assessment, and numerical weather prediction. His scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on climate resilience, with recent publications addressing stormwater infrastructure modernization, equitable climate adaptation, and the integration of computational approaches in atmospheric sciences education. Capehart's work bridges theoretical understanding with practical applications for infrastructure design under changing climate conditions. Teaching represents a significant component of his professional activities, where he specializes in numerical weather prediction, boundary layer meteorology, climate science, and environmental modeling. He has developed courses in climate change and resiliency, remote sensing, and synoptic meteorology, and has been instrumental in creating new curriculum on hydro-climatography and natural hazards. His professional engagement extends to scientific visualization in geosciences and engineering, and he explores GRID-based technologies for hydrometeorological applications. Capehart maintains an active research program that connects fundamental atmospheric science with practical engineering solutions for climate adaptation challenges.

Prashant K. JhaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Fracture Mechanics
• Mechanics of Solids and Granular Media
• Multiphysics and Multiscale Modeling
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Prashant K. Jha is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Previously, he served as a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor) at the University of Portsmouth and held postdoctoral positions at Louisiana State University and the Oden Institute at UT Austin. PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering (2016), Carnegie Mellon University ME in Mechanical Engineering (2012), Indian Institute of Science BE in Mechanical Engineering (2010), Govt. Engineering College Raipur His research focuses on computational mechanics of materials, combining peridynamics , machine learning , and nonlocal modeling to study: Fracture mechanics in soft and granular materials Multiphysics and multiscale simulations Neural operators for scientific computing Uncertainty quantification in material models Design of functional materials under extreme conditions Applications to biomedical imaging and tumor growth Recent publications emphasize neural operator surrogates with error correction, peridynamic modeling of granular media, and multi-fidelity simulations. His work has appeared in journals like CMAME , ARMA , and JCP . NSF ERI award (2025) for multi-fidelity modeling SDBOR CRG award (2025) for magnetic soft materials He advises students in computational mechanics and serves on editorial boards of Journal of Peridynamics and Nonlocal Modeling , JOSS , and Scientific Reports . The CEAD Lab develops methods for fracture analysis, smart material design, and nonlocal neural operator frameworks.

Kevin T. ShanleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Fluid Dynamics
• Environmental Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
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Dr. Kevin T. Shanley is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Engineering Programs at SUNY New Paltz. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University (2009). His academic roles include leadership in the School of Science & Engineering and teaching courses such as Finite Element Analysis, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Mechanics. Dr. Shanley's research focuses on fluid dynamics and environmental engineering, particularly applying diffusiophoresis to microplastic filtration in water systems. He has collaborated with industry (e.g., Splitrock Filter Systems LLC) to redesign filtration systems for practical applications like countertop units. His expertise in multiphase flows and fluid-structure interactions has led to patented technologies and advancements in foamed cement manufacturing, fracture hydraulics, and nasal airflow modeling. He has held notable professional roles, including ORISE Faculty Research Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy and a Research Assistant at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory. Awards include ASME Early Career Leadership (2012–2013), Rolls-Royce Professional Leadership (2012–2013), and an EPA STAR Fellowship (2006–2009). His work spans academic, industrial, and government collaborations, emphasizing innovation in energy, environmental, and biomedical systems. Current projects include student-led investigations into microplastic filtration efficiency via automated control systems, genetic algorithm optimization, and particulate quantification methods. Future work explores channel parameter impacts on filtration systems and expanding applications of diffusiophoretic principles. Dr. Shanley is an active member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), contributing to pedagogical and technical advancements in engineering education.