Dag Werner Breiby is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on computational imaging, functional materials, geo materials, and advanced microscopy techniques. Research Interests: Breiby's work spans porous media tomography, X-ray diffraction, polymer and composite material analysis, and biomedical imaging. He utilizes neutron and X-ray computed tomography to study fluid dynamics in geomaterials, molecular ordering in thin films, and strain localization in shale. Recent Article Trends: His publications from 2014–2025 emphasize 4D imaging of dynamic processes (e.g., frost heave, drainage in porous media) multiscale X-ray and neutron tomography applications computational imaging in polymers, semiconductors, and biomedical contexts. Key Collaborations: Breiby collaborates with researchers like Kim Robert Bjørk Tekseth, Fazel Mirzaei, and Basab Chattopadhyay, contributing to fields such as CO2 methanation catalysts, perovskite semiconductors, and growth cartilage imaging.
Gaute Linga is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics , Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on pore-scale fluid dynamics , two-phase flow in porous media , and chaotic mixing phenomena . Key journals: Advances in Water Resources , Nature Physics , Geophysical Research Letters Collaborations: University of Oslo (UiO), Université de Rennes, CNRS Recent work explores capillarity-driven mixing , electrohydrodynamic flow control , and chaotic transport in unsteady flows , with applications to geophysics and materials science. His publications show strong emphasis on experimental-computational synergy (e.g., neutron imaging, phase-field simulations) and nonlinear dynamics in confined systems. No student advising or award information appears in the text.
Torgrim Log is a Professor in Safety Science at the Institute of Safety, Chemistry, and Bioengineering at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL). With a 20% appointment at HVL, he maintains an active role in research and education despite full-time employment at Gassco. His career spans academia and industry, including 15 years as a technical safety advisor at Equinor. NTNU/SINTEF - MSc in High-Temperature Chemistry NTNU/SINTEF - PhD in Transient Heat Transfer Research focuses include: Wildfire dynamics and climate impacts Active/passive fire protection systems Thermal skin injury analysis Gas leak detection and risk mitigation Fire risk modeling with cloud weather data His recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining fire dynamics with material science and risk assessment. Key application areas span Nordic wooden towns, industrial facilities, and tunnel ventilation systems. He actively supervises graduate students in advanced fire dynamics and industrial fire safety, contributing to both fundamental and applied research in safety engineering.
Desiree Lisette Roerdink is an Associate Professor in Analytical Geochemistry at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen. She serves as the Contact Person for Equality and Diversity at GEO and teaches courses such as Geochemical Systems , The Geochemical Toolbox , and Geobiology and Evolution of Life on Earth . Her research integrates stable isotope geochemistry with geobiological processes to investigate mineral formation in hydrothermal systems and early Earth environments. PhD (cum laude), Utrecht University (2013): 'Geology and stable isotope geochemistry of Paleoarchean sulfur' Roerdink specializes in using traditional and non-traditional stable isotope systems (S, Fe, Cu) to trace chemical-biological interactions in hydrothermal environments. Her work spans from ancient Archean barite deposits to modern deep-sea vent systems, focusing on topics like: Microbial sulfate reduction in Arctic Mid-Ocean Ridge sediments Copper isotope fractionation as a proxy for sub-seafloor processes Geochemical evidence for early subaerial crust emergence Hydrothermal plume dynamics in sediment formation Recent publications highlight her leadership in Cu isotope systematics and microbial processes in extreme environments. She actively supervises PhD and MSc students on projects ranging from acid mine drainage to geological CO2 sequestration analogues. PhD (cum laude), Utrecht University (2013) Her outreach includes guest editing special editions on seafloor minerals and contributing to Dutch TV documentaries about Earth's history. She also develops educational resources like field courses and rock-lending programs for educators.
Anniina Kittilä is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oslo's Department of Geosciences, specializing in Environmental Geosciences. She holds a PhD in Hydrogeology from ETH Zürich (2015–2019) and an MSc in Hydrogeology and Environmental Geology from the University of Helsinki (2012–2015). Prior to her current position, she worked as a Research Scientist at the Geological Survey of Finland (2019–2022). Her research focuses on hydrogeological processes, groundwater management, and aquifer characterization, with particular expertise in fractured aquifers and geothermal systems. She also investigates environmental impacts of mining activities. Her work integrates field methods and tracer tests to advance understanding of subsurface systems. While no specific publications are listed in the provided texts, her research aligns with broader themes in environmental geology and sustainable resource management. She is affiliated with the Section for Environmental Geosciences, contributing to interdisciplinary projects within the department.
Alejandro Escalona Varela is a Professor of Geosciences and Head of the Department of Energy Resources at the University of Stavanger (Norway), within the Faculty of Science and Technology. He holds a BS in Geophysics from Universidad Central de Venezuela (1995) and a PhD in Geosciences from The University of Texas at Austin (2003). His research focuses on energy security, climate goals, and subsurface utilization, particularly in continental margin basins. Key areas include basin evolution, tectono-sedimentary interactions, seismic/well data analysis, and near-surface geophysical applications for geotechnical and archaeological problems. He directs the National Center of Sustainable Subsurface Utilization (NCS2030) and oversees the Department of Energy Resources. Recent work emphasizes source rock characterization, CO2 sequestration, and paleogeographic modeling using plate tectonic reconstructions. His publications span marine and petroleum geology, structural geology, and interdisciplinary geophysical studies, with contributions to understanding subsurface dynamics in the Barents Sea, North Sea, and Caribbean regions. Notable projects include studies on Jurassic-Cretaceous sedimentation in the Barents Sea, Cretaceous source rock distribution in the Caribbean, and the application of advanced geophysical methods for subsurface imaging. His work bridges academic research with industrial challenges in energy transition and sustainable resource management.
Ole Kristian Førrisdahl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering, Østfold University College. His primary affiliations include the Faculty of Engineering where he teaches courses such as Technical Thermodynamics, Energy Technology, and Building Physics. His research focuses on energy technology, thermodynamics, and adsorption processes with particular emphasis on CO2 storage, natural gas hydrates, and sustainable energy systems. He holds a PhD in Computer Simulations of Natural Gas Hydrates from the University of Bergen (2002). Research interests span across adsorption fundamentals, industrial applications of adsorption processes, and energy storage solutions. He has actively contributed to projects involving hydrogen production/storage, material science for energy applications, and climate change mitigation strategies. His work frequently addresses challenges in fossil fuel dependency and recycling of plastics in Norway. Key publications include studies on methane clathrate hydrates (1996-1998), CO2 storage mechanisms (2011-2015), and the application of adsorption processes in chemical industries. He has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects such as heat exchange network optimization and the implementation of Bologna process reforms in engineering education. Academic contributions include developing a master's program in materials science focused on energy technology (2011). He has advised on innovation projects like the Kaffon coffee dosing container and participated in strategic initiatives related to intellectual property management in higher education.
Ashkan Jahanbani Ghahfarokhi is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Department of Geosciences (IGV), specializing in reservoir engineering. He leads the CEORS Gemini Centre, a strategic collaboration between NTNU and SINTEF on CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery & Storage. His roles include Head of the Well and Reservoir Group (2021-2022), Project Manager for the NORHED II Program in Mozambique, and Guest Editor for the Energies journal's AI/ML in Oil & Gas Special Issue. Education: PhD (NTNU, 2015), MEng (University of Calgary, 2009), MSc/BSc (Petroleum University of Technology, Iran) Research focuses on subsurface reservoir modeling, CO2 storage, data-driven techniques, and production optimization. Key interests include: CO2-EOR/Storage system design Machine learning integration in reservoir simulation Wellbore-reservoir coupling dynamics Recent articles emphasize advanced numerical modeling of CO2 injection in depleted gas fields, AI-driven proxy models for reservoir optimization, and interfacial tension analysis for hydrogen storage. His work spans 40+ peer-reviewed papers and 20+ conference presentations. Scientific Awards: NTNU's Outstanding Academic Fellows Programme (2022-2026), DNVA Postdoctoral Scholarship (2015-2017) Supervised 20+ master’s students and 4 PhD candidates, including Jinjie Mao (CO2 storage optimization), Cuthbert Ng (data-driven reservoir modeling), and Behnam Tavagh Mohammadi (CO2 field storage modeling). Active in teaching reservoir simulation, CO2 storage engineering, and petroleum geoscience courses at NTNU.
Carl Fredrik Berg is Professor in the Department of Geoscience at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. His research specializes in subsurface flow characterization using computational methods and digital rock physics approaches. Berg's work focuses on multiphase flow in porous media, CO2 storage applications, reservoir optimization, and digital rock analysis. He develops methods for pore-scale modeling, reservoir simulation, and uncertainty quantification to improve subsurface energy systems. His recent publications address sustainable oil production under carbon constraints, enhanced CO2 dissolution techniques, and advanced image-based permeability estimation. Research demonstrates increasing focus on energy transition challenges through carbon storage optimization and emissions-aware production strategies. Berg leads projects involving virtual drilling procedures for well placement optimization and lattice Boltzmann methods for wettability characterization. He collaborates internationally on pore-scale flow modeling initiatives.
R. Jason Hearst is a Professor at the Department of Energy and Process Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Engineering Sciences. He is currently on sabbatical (2024–2025) and visiting the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). His research focuses on experimental turbulence measurements, including gas-liquid interface dynamics, wind turbine aerodynamics, and turbulent boundary layer interactions. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto (2014) and has led major grants like the ERC Starting Grant (GLITR) and挪威 Research Council's FRINATEK (WallMix). Academic Background: 2023–Present: Professor, NTNU 2017–2023: Associate Professor, NTNU 2015–2017: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Southampton 2009–2014: PhD, University of Toronto 2005–2009: BASc in Aerospace Engineering, University of Toronto Research Interests: Experimental measurement of turbulent flows Gas-liquid interface interactions (e.g., air-sea turbulence) Impact of turbulence on airfoils, wind turbines, and buildings Free-stream turbulence effects on boundary layers Development of bespoke turbulence generation techniques Key Publications Trends: Focus on gas transfer mechanisms at air-water interfaces Wake dynamics of wind turbines and porous disks Interaction between turbulence and wave dynamics Experimental validation using PIV/LIF techniques Grants and Supervision: Primary supervisor for 7 PhD students (e.g., Adharsh Shankaran, Youssef Elashmawi) Postdoctoral fellows working on turbulence-airfoil interactions, wave-turbulence coupling Key grants: ERC GLITR (€2.5M), FRINATEK (NOK 10M) Labs and Teams: Active in NTNU's fluid mechanics laboratory Collaborations with SINTEF Energi AS and ETH Zürich Group webpage highlights experimental setup innovations
Rolf Birger Svarstad Pedersen is a Professor in the Department of Earth Science at the University of Bergen, affiliated with the Centre for Deep Sea Research. His research focuses on seafloor spreading, hydrothermal systems, deep-sea geobiology, and CO2 storage in oceanic lithosphere. He has organized international expeditions to study ultraslow-spreading ridges and Arctic Mid-Ocean Ridges (AMOR), collaborating with marine technology institutions to develop robotics and sampling tools. Key research areas include volcanic crust formation, water-rock-microbe interactions, and CO2 sequestration. Notable projects include the 'GoNorth' initiative exploring Arctic Ocean geology and the 'H2DEEP' project investigating hydrogen-based deep biospheres. Pedersen has also contributed to studies on caprock integrity for CO2 storage and microbial communities in hydrothermal vent fields like Loki’s Castle. His work spans over 40 years, with contributions to volcanic hazard modeling (e.g., Jan Mayen eruptions), sediment provenance analysis, and geochemical investigations of oceanic crust alteration. Collaborations include institutions like the Centre for Geobiology (FME-SUCCESS) and NORMAR facility for deep-sea exploration. Publications emphasize Arctic hydrothermal systems, mineral deposits, and environmental impacts of sub-seafloor CO2 leakage. His research integrates geology, microbiology, and engineering to address challenges in deep-sea exploration and climate mitigation strategies.
Ingrid Chieh Yu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Oslo, where she also serves as Head of Research and Vice Head of Department (2021-2024) and Deputy Centre Director of SIRIUS. Her academic home is within the Data and Knowledge Management (DKM) research group, with additional affiliations to the Concurrent Security and Robustness for Networked Systems (ConSeRNS) initiative. Professor Yu's research spans multiple domains in computer science, with early work focused on formal methods, software product lines, and concurrent systems. In recent years, her research has expanded significantly into explainable AI, counterfactual explanations, and machine learning interpretability. She has made substantial contributions to feature model evolution, software configuration, and model checking techniques. Her work demonstrates a consistent thread of applying formal methods to practical software engineering challenges, with a notable pivot toward AI explainability in the past five years. Her publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work in software engineering and formal methods (2006-2015) to increasingly AI-focused research (2016-present). The most recent publications (2020-2025) predominantly address explainable AI, counterfactual explanations, and robust recourse methods, reflecting her adaptation to emerging challenges in machine learning. She maintains strong collaborative relationships with researchers including Einar Broch Johnsen, Crystal Chang Din, and Peyman Rasouli. Professor Yu teaches core computer science courses including INF2220 Algorithms and Data Structures, INF3230 Formal Modeling and Analysis of Communicating Systems, and INF5130 Selected Topics in Rewriting Logic. Her teaching reflects her research expertise, bridging theoretical foundations with practical applications. She leads significant research projects including HyVar: Scalable Hybrid Variability for Distributed Evolving Software Systems and Leveraging Energy-Aware Programming (LEAP), demonstrating her capacity to secure and manage substantial research initiatives. Her work with the SIRIUS center indicates strong industry connections and applied research focus.
Azeem Ahmad is a Researcher at the Department of Physics and Technology , UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His work focuses on advanced imaging techniques in ultrasound, microwaves, and optics , particularly in the areas of quantitative phase microscopy , acoustic microscopy , and photonic chip engineering . Key research areas: Quantitative phase imaging, acoustic wave modeling, biomedical diagnostics, interferometry, machine learning integration, and photonic device optimization Collaborative projects: Developments in label-free histology, super-resolution microscopy, and noise reduction algorithms Recent publications: 2025 studies on subsurface damage detection in ceramics and acoustic transducer modeling His work bridges optical engineering , biomedical applications , and computational imaging , with affiliations to the Ultrasound, Microwaves and Optics and Optical Nanoscopy research groups.
Robbie David Christopher Mallett is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Physics and Technology , UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His research focuses on Arctic sea ice , snow physics , and glaciology , with significant contributions to understanding brine migration , snow densification , and sea ice thickness variability using satellite data. Current Affiliation : UiT The Arctic University of Norway Role : Postdoctoral Fellow Contact : robbie.d.mallett@uit.no Mallett's research spans multiple disciplines within polar science. His work addresses Arctic climate processes , remote sensing of sea ice, and environmental impacts like polar bear habitat loss due to sea ice decline. Recent publications highlight his expertise in CMIP6 model evaluation , FMCW radar techniques , and ice algal bloom monitoring through satellite observations. His publications (2023-2025) demonstrate cross-disciplinary methodologies combining field experiments (e.g., dye tracing), numerical modeling , and satellite data analysis . Key collaborators include Julienne Stroeve, Vishnu Nandan, and Rosemary Willatt.
Anja Røyne is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Physics and affiliated with the KURT - Centre for Teaching and Learning in Science and Technology at the University of Oslo. Her research focuses on sustainable materials, climate change mitigation, and transdisciplinary approaches combining physics with environmental science. She holds a BSc in Environmental Physics from NMBU (2003), an MSc in Physics (Solar Energy) from the University of Sydney (2005), and a PhD from the University of Oslo’s Physics of Geological Processes Centre (2011). Her PhD work explored coupled mechanical and chemical processes on mineral surfaces. She has conducted postdoctoral research at UiO and the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she specialized in nanoscale surface force measurements using the Surface Forces Apparatus (SFA). Dr. Røyne leads research on microbial-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) and developed the BioZEment project, a bacteria-based concrete alternative. Since 2018, she has emphasized science communication and popular science outreach to address sustainability challenges. Her teaching includes courses on energy physics, climate change, and science communication. She is actively involved in interdisciplinary projects at KURT to improve STEM education and sustainable materials research.
