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Clinton WoodView profile

Associate Professor

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Soil Dynamics
• Nondestructive Material Characterization
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Clinton Wood is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Arkansas. He holds a Ph.D. and is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) specializing in geotechnical earthquake engineering. His research focuses on soil dynamics and nondestructive material characterization using stress waves and electrical resistivity. Dr. Wood earned his educational credentials from the University of Arkansas and the University of Texas: Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Texas (August 2013) M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Arkansas (May 2009) B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Arkansas (May 2007) His primary research interests include dynamic site characterization using surface wave methods, topographic effects for earthquake ground motion, pavement characterization, AC water distribution pipe evaluation, levee assessment, and site response for highway structures. Dr. Wood established the Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Laboratory at the University of Arkansas in 2013 after completing his Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin. Analysis of his publication record from 2018-2023 reveals consistent focus on seismic site characterization techniques across multiple international locations including New Zealand, Mexico, and the Mississippi Embayment region. His work demonstrates expertise in surface wave methods, electrical resistivity applications, and site-specific ground motion analysis, with practical applications for dam safety, levee assessment, and infrastructure resilience. Dr. Wood actively recruits both graduate and undergraduate students for research positions in his laboratory. Graduate students in his lab are typically fully funded with tuition coverage and monthly stipends. Highly-qualified domestic PhD students may qualify for additional funding through Distinguished Doctoral Fellowships (providing $22K/year) or Doctoral Academy Fellowships (providing $12K/year). The Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Laboratory, established by Dr. Wood in 2013, serves as the primary research facility for his work. The lab focuses on geotechnical engineering issues related to earthquake loading and soil dynamics, with specific emphasis on non-destructive evaluation methods for various infrastructure components including dams, levees, and water distribution systems.

Veena RanganathView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Musculoskeletal Imaging
• Clinical Research Methodology
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Dr. Veena K. Ranganath is a practicing adult rheumatologist and clinical researcher at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) . Holding the academic rank of Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology , she co-directs the Training Program in Translational Science (TPTS) Track 3 and directs the Rheumatology Fellowship Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training Program . MS, BioMath, UCLA, 2010 MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 2000 Rheumatology Fellowship, UCLA School of Medicine, 2005 Internal Medicine Residency, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 2003 Her research focuses on rheumatoid arthritis outcome measures and musculoskeletal imaging (MRI, ultrasound). Recent work includes ultrasound-guided treatment decisions , obesity-disease interaction studies , and development of automated phenotyping algorithms . Publications emphasize synovitis assessment via power Doppler and comorbidity impacts on treatment outcomes . Awarded Top Doctors by Los Angeles Magazine (2021) , she contributes to Clinical Trials like the RA-PRO PRAGMATIC TRIAL and Acthar in RA-related flares. Affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center , she specializes in gout care and rheumatoid arthritis .

Mingyuan LuView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
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Dr. Mingyuan Lu serves as a Senior Lecturer at The University of Queensland's School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering and is an Affiliate of the Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM). With over a decade of research experience, she specializes in nanomechanical characterization and advanced manufacturing techniques for materials engineering applications spanning aerospace, biomedical, and energy sectors. Her educational background includes: PhD in Mechanical and Mining Engineering from The University of Queensland (2014) Masters of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering from Central South University, China (2009) Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering from Central South University, China (2007) Research interests center on laser-based surface engineering, additive manufacturing of biodegradable scaffolds, and nanomechanical testing methodologies. She pioneered the FIB-machined micro-cantilever bending technique for interfacial adhesion assessment of multilayer systems and developed selective laser sintering processes for bone tissue engineering scaffolds without artificial 3D models. Current projects focus on pre-clinical mouse model testing of scaffolds and laser deposition of titanium oxide coatings for aerospace components. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal strong interdisciplinary trends: nanomechanical characterization methods dominate 50% of outputs, while additive manufacturing (30%) and computational modeling (20%) address applications in biomedical devices, semiconductor reliability, and petroleum engineering. The work consistently integrates experimental techniques like electron microscopy with simulations for wear resistance, biodegradation, and interfacial failure analysis. No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the provided materials. Dr. Lu actively manages major grant funding as Principal Investigator and Associate Advisor. Current projects include the ARC Research Hub for Future Digital Manufacturing (2024-2029) and ARC Training Centre for Innovative Composites (2023-2028). Past grants feature an ARC DECRA award (2019-2024) for micro/nano-mechanical testing and industry collaborations with WIN Semiconductor, Baosteel, and HBIS Group on ceramic coatings and semiconductor reliability. She supervises four PhD students as Principal Advisor with completed projects including PHBV scaffold evaluation and laser surface engineering for tribological applications. She is embedded in UQ's Nanomechanics and Nanomanufacturing research group, leveraging AMPAM's resources for collaborative industry-facing work. Her technical leadership in focused ion beam (FIB) micromachining and laser processing directly supports the Centre's mission in translating materials research into manufacturing solutions.

Jake TicknerView profile

Researcher

• Microbiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Molecular Biology
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Dr. Jake Tickner is a Casual Senior Research Assistant at the UQ Centre for Clinical Research , affiliated with the University of Queensland . His work spans microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Key research areas include: Neisseria species and gonococcal infections Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms Molecular diagnostic tool development Translational research in infectious diseases His 15 most recent publications focus on bacterial pathogenesis, diagnostic innovations, and resistance dynamics. Contributions include studies on Streptococcus pyogenes detection, Neisseria musculi infection models, and fluoroquinolone resistance assays.

Thomas GloverView profile

Professor

• Genomics
• Human Genetics
• Cancer Genetics
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Thomas Glover is a Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan, specializing in genomic structural variation, replication stress, and fragile sites in cancer. His research explores mechanisms of DNA damage, structural variant formation, and their implications in genetic disorders and oncogenesis. His publications highlight recurring themes in Common Fragile Sites (CFSs) Replication Stress Copy Number Variants (CNVs) Structural Variation in Cancer Genomic Instability Molecular Mechanisms of Mutation . Collaborative work with Thomas Wilson and Martin Arlt underscores interdisciplinary approaches to understanding DNA repair pathways. Recent collaborations include studies on POLQ-mediated structural variants in mitosis (2024), advanced technologies for CNV detection (2023), and foundational work on CFSs in cancer (2017). While no formal scientific awards are explicitly listed, his contributions are memorialized through co-authorship in tributes to Stephen T. Warren, a pioneer in human genetics.

• Structural Mechanics
• Damage Detection in Materials
• Wavelet Analysis Applications
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Mario Solís Muñiz is a Professor at the Higher Technical School of Engineering , University of Seville , specializing in structural mechanics and earthen construction. His work focuses on damage detection in beams using wavelet analysis, mechanical characterization of adobe materials , and seismic design for earthen structures . He leads projects like structural evaluation of the Giralda Tower's Giraldillo sculpture and wind turbine tower dynamics. Research Trends : 20+ years of publications on structural health monitoring, non-destructive testing, and railway vibration assessment. Collaborations : Frequent co-author with Pedro Galvín and José Daniel Rodríguez. Teaching : Develops project-based methodologies for structural analysis education. Involved in technical conferences across Europe, USA, and Peru.

Chekroun MathieuView profile

Researcher

• Elastic Wave Propagation
• Nonlinear Acoustics
• Ultrasonics
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Mathieu Chekroun is a Researcher at the Institute of Acoustics , Le Mans Université , focusing on elastic wave propagation in complex media. His work spans nonlinear acoustics, multiple scattering, and non-destructive testing. Education: PhD in Mechanics (2008), Ecole Centrale de Nantes. Research interests include: Nonlinear Coda Wave Interferometry (NCWI) for microcrack detection Metamaterial-based seismic shielding Ultrasonic wave modeling in heterogeneous materials Surface wave inverse problems and dispersion curve analysis Recent publications highlight: Advanced numerical methods (Spectral Element Method, Finite-Element Modeling) Applications to concrete evaluation and structural monitoring Wave-structure interaction in granular and pressurized systems Labs/teams: Laboratoire d'Acoustique de l'Université du Maine (LAUM) Collaborations with European Acoustics Association, Société Française d'Acoustique

Charfeddine MechriView profile

Associate Professor

• Nonlinear Acoustics
• Ultrasonics
• Non-destructive Testing
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Charfeddine Mechri is an Associate Professor at Le Mans University's Institute of Acoustics, specializing in nonlinear acoustics and ultrasonics for material characterization. His research focuses on non-destructive testing of complex materials including polymer concrete and composites, utilizing advanced techniques like acoustic emission and coda wave interferometry to monitor damage evolution and nonlinear relaxation phenomena. Mechri's primary research areas encompass nonlinear acoustics, ultrasonics, and non-destructive evaluation with emphasis on elastic wave propagation in complex media , slow dynamics in hysteretic materials , and damage detection in civil engineering structures . His work investigates conditioning/relaxation effects in concrete and composites through experimental analysis of damping-strain relationships, nonlinear elastic imaging, and guided wave propagation. Key methodologies include Lamb mode scattering analysis, acoustic emission signal processing, and passive monitoring of nonlinear relaxation. Analysis of his 2017-2023 publications reveals consistent focus on applying nonlinear acoustic principles to structural health monitoring. His research demonstrates how slow dynamics effects can enhance concrete damage detection, while his work on polymer concrete characterizes nonlinear relaxation through acoustic emission. Recent studies integrate cluster analysis of acoustic signals with 3D wave scattering models to improve leak detection in infrastructure and damage pattern recognition in composites. Mechri operates within Le Mans University's Institute of Acoustics, which maintains specialized facilities for acoustic/vibratory measurements, opto-acoustic experimentation, and optical metrology. The institute's research spans transversal axes including metamaterials, nonlinear acoustics, and non-destructive testing, with applications from musical instruments to civil engineering structures. His work contributes significantly to the institute's mission of advancing acoustic science through experimental and computational approaches to material characterization.

Silvio MontresorView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Holography
• Speckle Noise Reduction
• Acoustic Emission Monitoring
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Silvio Montresor is a Teacher-researcher at the Institute of Acoustics within Le Mans Université, actively contributing to acoustics and optical metrology research since at least 2018. His work bridges theoretical acoustics with practical engineering applications, particularly in structural health monitoring and digital holography. His research focuses on speckle noise reduction in digital holography , acoustic emission monitoring of structural damage , and ultrasonic characterization of composite materials . Key contributions include developing deep learning algorithms for phase image denoising and novel methods for damage localization in reinforced concrete using acoustic emissions. His work spans civil engineering, materials science, and biomedical applications. Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent focus on computational imaging techniques (2018-2024), with increasing integration of machine learning since 2021. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between acoustics , optics , and structural engineering , particularly in non-destructive testing methodologies. As a core member of the Institute of Acoustics, Montresor contributes to transversal research axes including Metamaterials , Non-linear Acoustics , and NDET (Non-Destructive Evaluation Technologies). His work supports the lab's mission in Materials Acoustics , Elastic Waves in Complex Media , and Physics of Musical Instruments , utilizing advanced facilities for laser ultrasonics and electroacoustic sensor development.

Jean-Luc RebiereView profile

Professor

• Mechanical Engineering
• Materials Science
• Acoustics
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Jean-Luc Rebiere is a Professor and active researcher at Le Mans University's Institute of Acoustics, specializing in mechanical engineering with emphasis on advanced composite materials and structural dynamics. His work primarily focuses on the mechanical behavior of innovative materials including auxetic structures, 3D-printed bio-composites, and sandwich materials with unconventional geometries. His research contributes significantly to the understanding of vibration properties, damage mechanisms, and structural performance of next-generation sustainable materials. Rebiere's research interests center on Materials Acoustics and Mechanics of Porous Materials, Ultrasonics, Elastic waves in complex media, and the development of novel composite structures. His work particularly examines the dynamic and static behavior of auxetic materials and 3D-printed bio-based composites, with applications in vibration control, structural health monitoring, and sustainable material design. He investigates how geometric configurations like anti-trichiral lattices influence mechanical properties, with significant focus on Poisson's ratio effects and damage progression mechanisms. His publication record shows a clear progression toward sustainable engineering solutions, with increasing emphasis on bio-sourced materials and additive manufacturing techniques. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between mechanical engineering, materials science, and acoustics, with practical applications in vibration damping, structural monitoring, and lightweight design. His work frequently employs acoustic emission techniques for in-situ damage monitoring and combines experimental validation with finite element analysis. Rebiere actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions, with frequent co-authorship patterns indicating established research partnerships. His work appears in reputable journals focused on composite materials, mechanical engineering, and acoustics, demonstrating recognition within these specialized fields.

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Concrete Bridges
• Bridge Dynamics
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Daniel Cantero is an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He leads research initiatives in structural health monitoring, bridge dynamics, and vehicle-infrastructure interaction, with significant contributions to concrete bridge analysis and railway infrastructure diagnostics. His work bridges computational modeling with practical engineering solutions. PhD in Bridge Dynamics (University College Dublin, 2010) Postdoctoral Fellowships at Plaxis BV, Trinity College Dublin, and Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) His research focuses on structural health monitoring, bridge dynamics under moving loads, and signal processing for infrastructure diagnostics. Recent work explores federated learning for population-based monitoring, 3D vehicle modeling, and corrosion effects in post-tensioned bridges. Current publications highlight advancements in: Railway bridge condition monitoring using train responses Machine learning for damage assessment Wavelet analysis in soil-structure interaction Finite element tools for vehicle-bridge interaction Probabilistic models for structural diagnostics As course coordinator for TKT4220 - Concrete Structures 2 and instructor in multiple structural engineering courses, he mentors PhD students like Muhammad Zohaib Sarwar. He contributes to NTNU's Concrete Group and participates in international Marie-Curie projects.

• Structural Health Monitoring (SHM)
• Steel Bridges
• Damage Detection Algorithms
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Bjørn Thomas Svendsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) of steel bridges, particularly exploring dynamic analysis , modal analysis , and sensor technology for damage detection and condition-based maintenance. Research Objectives : Develop SHM methods for bridge damage detection, validate through full-scale experiments, and create tools for SHM system design Collaborators : Works closely with Professor Anders Rønnquist and Associate Professor Ole Øiseth His recent publications analyze hybrid SHM approaches , sensitivity of sensor configurations , and damage detection algorithms . Key subfields include missing data compensation , finite element model updating , and temporal moment analysis . He applies these methods to railway bridges through field studies at the Hell Bridge Test Arena . Current work emphasizes improving sensor-assisted inspections and addressing challenges in offshore steel structures through case studies. His research combines numerical simulations with experimental validation to enhance structural monitoring reliability.

• Structural analysis
• Finite element methods
• Numerical analysis
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Mahdi Kioumarsi is a professor at the Department of Building and Energy Engineering, OsloMet — Norway's metropolitan university. His research focuses on structural analysis, sustainable building materials, and numerical modeling, positioning him as a leading expert in concrete materials and structures. He leads the Structural Engineering Laboratory (SEL) and SmartMet lab for infrastructure monitoring, while contributing to the Digital and Sustainable Construction (DiSCo) research group. Structural analysis and finite element methods Concrete durability and corrosion Machine learning applications in construction Seismic and material behavior His recent publications focus on alkali-activated materials, geopolymer concrete optimization, and sustainable ultra-high performance concrete. Scientific recognitions include an OsloMet Research Talent Development Program scholarship (2020), editorial board memberships, and fellowships in international journals. He actively collaborates on regional/national/international projects and contributes to industry-academia knowledge exchange.

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Inspection
• Image Processing
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Sanjeetha PENNADA is a researcher active in civil engineering and structural inspection technologies, focusing on concrete damage detection through advanced imaging methods. Her work combines computer vision and machine learning with structural engineering challenges. Research Focus: Development of adaptive lighting systems for crack/spalling detection, pixel-level segmentation algorithms, and 3D reconstruction techniques for concrete structures. Recent Publications: 2025: Crack segmentation using directional lighting 2024: Spalling measurement with photometric stereo/YOLOv8 Collaboration Network: Works with Perry, McAlorum, Lunn, and Pytharouli on infrastructure monitoring systems.

• Hybrid pixel detectors
• Readout systems
• X-ray radiation
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David Krapohl is a Senior Lecturer at Mid Sweden University's Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering, affiliated with the STC Research Centre in Sundsvall. His academic background includes a PhD in Engineering from Mid Sweden University and an engineering degree in Mechatronics from Aachen University of Applied Sciences (Germany), with a student exchange at Mälardalen University. Research Focus: David specializes in radiation detection systems, with emphasis on: Hybrid pixel detectors (Medipix/Timepix) X-ray and neutron detector technologies Readout electronics and Monte Carlo/FEM simulations He actively contributes to international collaborations like the CERN Medipix project and the BrightnESS neutron detector initiative. Publications & Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2011–2023) predominantly explore X-ray fluorescence imaging , detector simulation frameworks (Geant4), and radiation sensor optimization . Recurring themes include material analysis for industrial applications (e.g., pulping, environmental monitoring) and hardware design for spectroscopic systems. Teaching & Advising: David supervises Master-by-Research students and encourages inquiries about projects in detector physics and radiation systems. No awards or grants are documented. Contact: Reach him via email (david.krapohl@miun.se) or phone (+46 (0)10-1428755) at Room S404, Sundsvall campus.