Static and Dynamic Recrystallization Professors and Supervisors

Eric J PalmiereView profile

Professor

University of SheffieldUnited Kingdom

Professor Eric J Palmiere at the University of Sheffield's School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering is a world-leading expert in ferrous physical metallurgy and thermomechanical processing with over 35 years of experience. His research focuses on microstructural evolution during metalworking and has collaborated with industries in automotive, aerospace, energy, and construction sectors. POSCO Chair in Iron and Steel Technology Research Theme Lead - Materials Discovery and Characterisation Research Interests: Specializes in microstructural evolution of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, particularly examining strain-induced precipitation, recrystallization kinetics, and phase transformations under industrial processing conditions. Key projects include: Development of high-modulus steels for automotive Friction effects in multipass hot deformation Fusion energy steel development Advanced pipeline steel processing (API X70-X100) Scientific Contributions: Over 170 high-impact publications with focus on austenite decomposition, strain reversal effects, and niobium-based precipitation. Key methodologies involve EBSD analysis, thermomechanical simulation, and multiscale modeling. Awards: Recipient of the 2024 Tom Colclough Medal and IOM3's Charles Hatchett Award (1995).

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Abu Syed KabirView profile

Associate Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Abu Syed Kabir is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies (Academic Advising) in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University. He leads the Advanced Materials Lab (AML) and holds degrees from BUET (BSc), Concordia (MASc), and McGill (PhD). Research Focus: Advanced materials processing including: Additive manufacturing and 3D printing optimization Welding/joining technologies for aerospace alloys Coating processes and tribology Microstructure-property relationships in structural metals Publications: Recent work demonstrates extensive expertise in titanium/aluminum welding, additive manufacturing process optimization, and surface engineering. Research consistently bridges computational modeling with experimental validation.

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K. ChandrashekharaView profile

Professor

Missouri University of Science and TechnologyUnited States

Dr. K. Chandrashekhara is a Curators’ Distinguished Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) and Director of the Composite Manufacturing Laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Science and Mechanics from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (1985), M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from IIT Kanpur (1979), and B.S. degrees in Aerospace Engineering (Madras Institute of Technology, 1977) and Applied Mathematics (University of Mysore, 1974). Education: Ph.D., Virginia Tech, 1985 M.S., IIT Kanpur, 1979 B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, 1977 B.S. in Applied Mathematics, 1974 His research focuses on composite materials , additive manufacturing , finite element analysis , and experimental characterization . Key areas include polymer and metal composite structures, high-temperature composites, and advanced manufacturing processes. Recent work explores additive manufacturing of thermoplastic composites and metallic cellular structures, alongside computational modeling of material behavior under extreme conditions. His publications (over 175 journal articles) and funded projects span collaborations with NSF, ARO, NASA, and industries like Boeing and General Dynamics. Notable achievements include a U.S. patent, co-authorship of a composite materials textbook, and editorial roles in journals like Journal of Biobased Materials and Bioenergy . Awards: ISC Distinguished Investigator Award Academy of Mechanical Engineers Research Excellence Award Fellow of ASME Missouri S&T Faculty Excellence Awards His lab, the Composite Manufacturing Laboratory, drives innovation in composite fabrication and additive technologies. Research emphasizes practical applications in aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors. Current projects include microwave-cured composites, bio-composites, and failure analysis of composite structures under extreme loading.

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Clodualdo AranasView profile

Associate Professor

University of New BrunswickCanada

Dr. Clodualdo Aranas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). He serves as Director of the Alloy Design and Materials Testing Research Laboratory (AD-MTRL), focusing on advanced materials research. His work emphasizes understanding phase transformations in steels during thermomechanical processing and developing energy-efficient high-strength alloys. Key research areas include alloy development, additive manufacturing of metals, and high-speed deformation testing (dynamic, subsonic, supersonic, and hypervelocity). Dr. Aranas' research explores the dynamic transformation of austenite in steels under plate rolling conditions, leveraging thermodynamic modeling to predict material behavior. His lab investigates novel alloys, corrosion resistance, and non-destructive defect detection. The AD-MTRL collaborates with Flexihub software for remote laboratory equipment access, enhancing research efficiency. His contributions span both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, with a focus on industrial applications such as pipeline steels and biomedical materials. Recent work includes advancements in additive manufacturing techniques like laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) and cold spray, targeting improved mechanical properties and microstructural control. He has published extensively in journals like Materials & Design, Metallurgical and Materials Transactions, and Scripta Materialia, demonstrating expertise in materials characterization, texture analysis, and high-entropy alloys.

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Kaan InalView profile

Professor

University of WaterlooCanada

Kaan Inal is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, University of Waterloo. He holds roles in faculty administration and is a full-time academic staff member. His research focuses on computational mechanics, materials science, and the integration of machine learning with engineering simulations. His work addresses challenges in crystal plasticity modeling, metallurgical processes, and microstructure characterization. Key areas of research include the development of advanced finite element methods for polycrystalline materials, thermal-mechanical modeling of alloys, and AI-driven approaches for material characterization and process optimization. He leads the Computational Mechanics Research Group, exploring innovations in composite materials, fatigue analysis, and additive manufacturing. His publications (2022–2025) highlight trends in data-driven modeling, phase-field simulations, and machine learning applications for predicting material behavior. These studies emphasize texture evolution, dynamic recrystallization, and microstructural analysis in metals and composites. No specific scientific awards are listed, but his contributions have advanced numerical methods in materials engineering. Advising and grant activities are integral to his role, though specific student names or grant details are not provided in the text. His work bridges theoretical mechanics with practical industrial applications, contributing to lightweight materials for automotive and aerospace sectors.

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Zbigniew BojarView profile

Professor

Military University of TechnologyPoland

Zbigniew Bojar is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Advanced Technologies and Chemistry, Warsaw University of Technology, specializing in materials engineering with a focus on intermetallic alloys, anodic oxidation, and catalytic applications for sustainable energy systems. His primary research centers on Ni 3 Al and FeAl intermetallic alloys , investigating microstructure evolution during processing (hot rolling, laser deposition, differential speed rolling), mechanical properties, and catalytic applications for hydrogen production. He extensively utilizes anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) templates for nanostructured materials and employs advanced characterization techniques including electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), X-ray diffraction, and thermal analysis. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory in structure-property relationships for energy applications, particularly hydrogen production via thermocatalytic decomposition of methanol/ethanol using Ni 3 Al catalysts. His work bridges fundamental materials science with engineering applications, evidenced by high bibliometric impact (Scopus h-index: 23) and significant ministerial research scores (1,860). Professor Bojar has supervised 5 promoted theses and secured 9 research projects resulting in 95 publications and 3 patents. His research group operates within advanced materials laboratories at Warsaw University of Technology, focusing on alloy processing, nanostructure fabrication, and catalytic reactor development for clean energy solutions.

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