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Cyrus ShafaiView profile

Professor

• MEMS Technologies
• Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Sensors and Actuators
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Cyrus Shafai, Ph.D., P.Eng., is a Professor and Associate Dean (Research/Graduate Programs) in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Manitoba. He holds degrees from the University of Manitoba (B.Sc., M.Sc.) and the University of Alberta (Ph.D.). His research focuses on MEMS technologies, including actuators, sensors, and microfabrication, with applications in biomedical devices, smart agriculture, and optical systems. He leads the Nano-Systems Fabrication Laboratory, equipped with state-of-the-art MEMS fabrication tools. Shafai's work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing adaptive optics, low-voltage actuators, and sensor design. He has published extensively, with recent contributions covering piezoelectric sensors, Lorentz force actuators, and optically transparent antennas. His teaching includes courses on microelectronic fabrication and MEMS design. Current and past students include over 50 researchers in MEMS and related fields. His laboratory develops innovative solutions for energy-efficient actuators, wearable sensors, and high-precision optical systems. Research highlights include low-voltage deformable mirrors and MEMS-based bioelectrical interfaces. Shafai actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students in experimental and computational MEMS research.

MARIO MARTINEZ MARTINEZView profile

Associate Professor

• Food Macromolecules
• Starch Technology
• Sustainable Packaging
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MARIO MARTINEZ MARTINEZ is Associate Professor at University of Valladolid's Department of Agricultural and Forestry Engineering, with secondary appointments at Aarhus University and Purdue University. His research develops plant-based macromolecular assemblies for food, pharmaceutical, and packaging applications. Research focuses on: Structure-function relationships of plant biopolymers Green modification techniques for polysaccharides Food waste valorization strategies Edible packaging development Nutrient bioaccessibility enhancement Recent publications showcase innovative approaches to starch modification using deep eutectic solvents, waste upcycling (bread, apple pomace, garlic peels), and functional ingredient development from underutilized sources (macroalgae, hawthorn). Major recognitions include: Nils Foss Talent Prize 2021 DFF-Sapere Aude excellence grant (€1M) Ontario Early Researcher Award Young Scientist Award from Cereals & Grains Association Leads research on sustainable food systems through international collaborations and industry partnerships.

• Water Treatment
• Wastewater Management
• Environmental Engineering
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Professor Jega Jegatheesan is a faculty member at the School of Engineering at RMIT University in Australia. His research focuses on environmental and chemical engineering, with a particular emphasis on water treatment, resource recovery, and sustainable technologies. He leads projects addressing wastewater management, membrane technologies, and nature-based solutions for urban water systems. His work spans interdisciplinary areas such as desalination, biochar applications, and the recovery of valuable metals from industrial waste. Professor Jegatheesan holds a leadership role in supervising research projects, including studies on lithium-ion battery recycling, brine management, and environmental impact assessments. He collaborates internationally on initiatives like scaling nature-based water treatment technologies in Southeast Asia. His contributions bridge academia and industry, emphasizing sustainable practices and environmental policy.

Mehrdad ArashpourView profile

Associate Professor

• Automation and Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Deep Learning
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Summary Associate Professor Mehrdad Arashpour is an internationally recognized researcher and educator in construction and civil infrastructure, focusing on automation and information technologies. He leads the ASCII Lab at Monash University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His academic roles include Head of Construction Engineering and membership in the CIB's Working Commission on Off-site Construction (W121) and Infrastructure Task Group (TG91). Education: Ph.D., RMIT University, Australia M.Sc., Grenoble University, France B.Sc., IU University, Iran Research Interests: Digital twins, computer vision, robotics, BIM integration, sustainable construction, and automation in construction processes. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable cities and communities. Grants & Awards: Over $6M in grants from ARC, Austroads, and industry partnerships. Recognitions include Editor's Choice Paper (ASCE, 2019) and Outstanding Reviewer (Elsevier, 2016). Teaching: Courses like Risk Management in Engineering Projects and Infrastructure Research Project. Advises on PhD topics in computer vision, robotics, and BIM. Labs & Collaborations: ASCII Lab focuses on smart, sustainable solutions for construction. Collaborates with global researchers and organizations like SPARC Hub and Building 4.0 CRC.

Li MinView profile

Associate Professor

• Archaeology
• Chinese Prehistoric and Bronze Age Studies
• Social Memory and State Formation
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Li Min is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), affiliated with the Department of Anthropology. His research focuses on Chinese prehistoric and Bronze Age archaeology, emphasizing state formation, social memory, and climatic responses. He also studies maritime archaeology of the Asiatic Trade in the Early Modern Era, using ceramic analysis to trace global trade impacts. Li teaches graduate seminars in archaeology theories and undergraduate courses on Chinese civilizations, collaborating across Anthropology, Asian Languages and Cultures, and the Interdepartmental Program of Archaeology. He co-directs the Wen-Si River Basin archaeological project with Chinese institutions. His 2018 book, Social Memory and State Formation in Early China , is a key contribution to the field. His education includes a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2008). Research interests further encompass landscape archaeology, integrating ceramics analysis with remote sensing and historical records. Subfield expertise includes social archaeology, material culture studies, and historical anthropology. Recent publications (2023–2025) concentrate on neuro-oncology imaging innovations, including MRI techniques for glioma characterization, adaptive clinical trials (e.g., GBM AGILE), and biomarker development. These studies highlight advanced applications of AI in medical imaging and molecular targeting therapies for brain tumors. Despite no listed awards, his work on imaging biomarkers and tumor response assessment has advanced clinical neuro-oncology standards. He advises on interdisciplinary collaborations, such as the Wen-Si project, and participates in global clinical trials for glioblastoma therapies.

Sohrab ZendehboudiView profile

Professor

• Energy and Environment
• Process Systems Engineering
• Transport Phenomena
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Dr. Sohrab Zendehboudi is an Equinor Chair Professor and research lead in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at Memorial University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. His work focuses on energy and environmental challenges through experimental and modeling approaches. He has over 15 years of experience across academia and industry in Iran, Kuwait, the U.S., and Canada. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (specializing in transport phenomena) from the University of Waterloo. Research interests include carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS), renewable energy systems, process systems engineering, and advanced wastewater treatment. He leads a large research team addressing theoretical and practical challenges in energy sustainability and environmental protection. Key achievements include the 2023 Lectureship Award. His publications span topics like hydrogen production, CO2 storage, solar energy systems, and novel adsorbent materials. He actively seeks graduate students and researchers skilled in experimental work, numerical modeling, and machine learning for energy applications. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Waterloo) Key Areas: CO2 Management, Bioenergy, Adsorption Technologies Labs/Teams: Large interdisciplinary research group Grants: Focus on renewable energy and sustainability projects

Kevin KohlView profile

Associate Professor

• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Gut Microbiome
• Physiological Ecology
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Kevin Kohl is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, where he joined in 2017 after completing his Ph.D. at the University of Utah and postdoctoral research at Universidad Nacional de San Luis (Argentina) and Vanderbilt University. His work bridges microbial ecology, physiological adaptation, and evolutionary biology with a focus on vertebrate digestive systems. Education: Ph.D., University of Utah, 2015 (Advisor: Dr. Denise Dearing) Postdoctoral Research, Universidad Nacional de San Luis, Argentina (with Dr. Enrique Caviedes-Vidal) Postdoctoral Research, Vanderbilt University (with Dr. Seth Bordenstein) Dr. Kohl's research centers on how host ecology and evolutionary history shape digestive physiology and gut microbial communities, particularly in herbivorous mammals and lizards coping with low-protein, high-fiber, and toxin-rich diets. The Kohl Lab employs comparative, experimental, and computational approaches across fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals to uncover functional implications and mechanistic bases of host-microbe relationships. Key research themes include phylosymbiosis, thermal physiology, nutritional ecology, and microbial dynamics in conservation contexts. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal consistent exploration of diet-microbiome-physiology interactions, with emerging emphasis on methodological innovation (e.g., cryopreservation techniques, museum specimen analysis), climate change impacts on ectotherms, and accessibility in field research. Work spans fundamental mechanisms like gastric lysozyme evolution to applied conservation hologenomics initiatives. Dr. Kohl advises graduate students in biological sciences and leads the Kohl Lab, which maintains active international collaborations. The lab emphasizes rigorous experimental design while addressing real-world challenges like wildlife conservation microbiome applications and inclusive fieldwork practices. The Kohl Lab operates as a multidisciplinary hub investigating host-microbe interactions through projects including Integrative Nutritional Physiology, Landscape Variation in Pond Microbiomes, and Microbial Ecology of Animals Under Human Care. Current work increasingly integrates hologenomic perspectives to address conservation biology challenges and methodological limitations in microbiome research.

Daniel ViewegerView profile

Researcher

• Materials Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• Design Methods for Additive Manufacturing
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Daniel Vieweger serves as a Research Scientist at the Chair of Materials Engineering of Additive Manufacturing within the TUM School of Engineering and Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Based in Garching bei München, Germany, he operates from room B1.2.02 at Freisinger Landstraße 52, with contact details including email (daniel.vieweger@tum.de) and phone (+49 89 289 55347). His role centers on advancing additive manufacturing research under Prof. Dr. Peter Mayr's leadership. His research focuses on materials engineering for additive manufacturing processes, with specialized expertise in advanced design methodologies for metal 3D printing systems. This work directly supports TUM's Project Week: Fundamentals of Advanced Design Methods for Additive Manufacturing initiative, addressing critical challenges in geometric complexity, material efficiency, and structural integrity. His contributions bridge academic research with industrial applications through TUM.Additive and TUM.Idea collaborations. Within TUM's innovation ecosystem, Vieweger participates in cross-disciplinary teams developing next-generation additive manufacturing protocols. The chair maintains strategic partnerships with aerospace and automotive industries to optimize material deposition techniques and post-processing methods. His current work emphasizes computational modeling of thermal dynamics during laser-based metal additive processes, contributing to TUM's leadership in sustainable advanced manufacturing.

Anuj PathaniaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Low Power Design
• Sustainable Systems
• Electronic Design Automation
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Anuj Pathania serves as an Assistant Professor in the Parallel Computing Systems (PCS) group within the Informatics Institute at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Science. His research pioneers sustainable computing systems operating under severe power, thermal, and reliability constraints, with significant contributions to energy-efficient hardware design and embedded systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2018), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology MSc in Computer Science (2012), National University of Singapore B.Tech in Computer Science (2009), Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology Pathania's research centers on low-power design and sustainable systems for constrained environments, with particular expertise in thermal management of 3D-stacked architectures and energy-efficient machine learning inference . His work bridges electronic design automation with real-world reliability challenges, developing novel power budgeting techniques like T-TSP that incorporate transient temperature effects ignored by conventional methods. Current projects include EU-funded initiatives on energy labeling for digital services, addressing ecological impacts through technological, behavioral, and legal frameworks. His publication trajectory reveals a strategic evolution toward zero-waste computing , with recent work (2023-2025) focusing on hardware-software co-design for edge AI, energy modeling across computing continua, and parameter-efficient neural adaptation. Key themes include thermal-aware scheduling for S-NUCA many-cores, cooperative processor utilization in heterogeneous systems, and sustainability metrics for digital services. Scientific Recognition: Best Paper Award Nomination at IEEE Computer Society Annual Symposium on VLSI 2023 for 3D-TTP power budgeting technique Pathania actively mentors 4 PhD students (Ehsan Aghapour, Saeedeh Baneshi, Sudam Wasala, Yixian Shen) and has successfully supervised 5 Master's theses (including Cum Laude defenses by Joris op ten Berg and Jurre Wolff). His research is supported by major grants including Energy Labels for Ecologically Sustainable Digital Services (2023-2024) and Towards Zero-Waste Computing (2021-2025), developing simulation frameworks like HotSniper and CoMeT for thermal analysis. The PCS group maintains strong industry collaborations with ARM and NVIDIA, particularly through tools like ARM-CO-UP for heterogeneous processor utilization.

Jonathan BoreykoView profile

Associate Professor

• Interfacial fluid mechanics
• Biomimetic engineering
• Phase-change heat transfer
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Jonathan Boreyko serves as an Associate Professor and John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow in Virginia Tech's College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research integrates fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and biomimetic engineering to develop sustainable solutions for water and energy harvesting through innovations like Fog Harps and synthetic trees. Dr. Boreyko earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Duke University (2012), following an M.S. and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Physics from Trinity College (2007). His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and faculty appointments in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics at Virginia Tech before transitioning to Mechanical Engineering. His research program centers on interfacial phenomena in micro/nano-structured materials, with core expertise in droplet dynamics, phase-change heat transfer (condensation, evaporation, boiling), and biomimetic water harvesting systems. The Nature-Inspired Fluids and Interfaces Lab examines how natural designs—from plant transpiration to insect surfaces—can inform engineered solutions for atmospheric water collection, anti-icing, and thermal management. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) biomimetic water harvesting systems (Fog Harps for atmospheric water collection), (2) thermal diodes leveraging droplet bridging for directional heat transfer, and (3) anti-clogging/anti-tangling mechanisms in fog harvesting meshes. These works consistently bridge fundamental fluid mechanics with practical sustainability applications. His scientific achievements include: John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow (2020) NSF CAREER Award for Thermal Transport Processes (2017) AFOSR Young Investigator Program Award (2016) 3M Non-Tenured Faculty Award (2016) Multiple best poster awards at APS, Gordon Research Conferences, and MRS meetings Dr. Boreyko has advised graduate students including Weiwei (Ph.D., 2020) and Viverjita (M.S., 2020), with research funded by NSF, AFOSR, and 3M. His lab maintains active collaborations with industry partners and national laboratories for technology translation. The Nature-Inspired Fluids and Interfaces Lab combines experimental fluid dynamics, materials characterization, and computational modeling to develop deployable systems. Current projects include scaling Fog Harps for real-world water harvesting, optimizing synthetic trees for passive desalination, and exploring jumping-droplet phenomena for thermal management in electronics.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Ceramics
• Nanocomposites
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BAI Jiaming is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, College of Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech). His research focuses on additive manufacturing (3D printing) of ceramics, nanocomposites, and functional materials, with applications in energy, biomedical engineering, aerospace, and electronics. Education: PhD (2014), MSc (2009), Loughborough University; BSc (2008), Beijing University of Chemical Technology Research interests: Development of high-speed 3D printing systems, additive design optimization, and industrialization of ceramic/nanocomposite manufacturing. His work bridges material science, structural engineering, and applied technologies. Recent publications highlight advancements in ceramic composites for biomedical and energy applications, graphene-based energy storage systems, and process innovations for zirconia and polymer composites. Key themes include material dispersion, thermal properties, and biomimetic design. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (FIMMM); Top 2% Scientists worldwide Advising: Actively recruits postdoctoral fellows, PhD/Master's students, and research assistants. His group has secured over 10 national/provincial research grants. Labs: Affiliated with SUSTech’s Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing of High-Performance Materials, which focuses on overcoming industrial bottlenecks in metal/polymer/ceramic AM.

Yang FanView profile

Associate Professor

• Magnetic Functional Materials
• Silicon-Carbon Anode Materials
• Functional Coating Materials
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Yang Fan is an Associate Professor at the Shenzhen University of Technology, currently serving as Deputy Director of the Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Marine Energy and Environmental Safety and Deputy Director of the Center for Frontier Science and Engineering Applications of Surfaces and Interfaces. He is a recipient of the Shenzhen 'Peacock Plan' Overseas High-Level Talent Program and Pingshan District Second Prize in the 2020 Shenzhen Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition. Educational Background: Bachelor in Materials Science (2006), Huazhong University of Science and Technology Master in Materials Science (2009), University of Alberta PhD in Chemical Engineering (2015), University of Alberta Research Interests: Focuses on magnetic functional materials, silicon-carbon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, and superhydrophobic coatings. His work on oil-water emulsion stability mechanisms and nanosilver composite applications has been recognized by major energy companies. Prominent Research Trends: Publications highlight advancements in energy storage materials (e.g., potassium-ion battery anodes), functional coatings for water treatment, and innovative carbon encapsulation strategies for silicon nanoparticles in batteries. Scientific Awards: Shenzhen 'Peacock Plan' Overseas High-Level Talent Program Nanshan District Pilot Talent Guangdong Province Yuyue Card 2019 Guangdong Provincial University Achievement Transformation Competition - First Place in Environmental Protection and New Materials 2020 Shenzhen Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition - Third Place in Finals Grants & Projects: Currently leads the Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Marine Energy and Environmental Safety (5000k RMB, 2021-2023) and co-leads the Shenzhen University of Technology's Center for Surface and Interface Science (10,000k RMB, 2021-2023). Previously contributed to NSERC-funded projects in Canada and Guangdong's leading talent program. Labs & Teams: Associated with the Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Marine Energy and Environmental Safety and the Center for Surface and Interface Science and Applied Engineering at Shenzhen University of Technology.

• Concrete Technology
• Materials Science
• Additive Manufacturing in Construction
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Christoph Gehlen is Professor and Chair of Materials and Materials Testing in Civil Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), based at Franz-Langinger-Str. 10 in Munich. His research group focuses on advanced concrete technologies, materials science, and digital construction methods, with significant contributions to additive manufacturing in civil engineering through the Collaborative Research Center TRR 277. His research spans concrete technology, durability assessment, and sustainable construction practices. Key interests include corrosion mechanisms in reinforced concrete, non-destructive testing methodologies, and additive manufacturing techniques like Selective Paste Intrusion (SPI). Recent work emphasizes 3D concrete printing for structural applications, life cycle assessment of printed elements, and fundamental studies on material behavior under environmental stressors including carbonation, chloride exposure, and freeze-thaw cycles. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals dominant research trajectories in digital fabrication of concrete structures, particularly SPI-based additive manufacturing. His work integrates materials science with structural engineering to develop functionally graded components, assess sustainability metrics, and solve reinforcement integration challenges. Significant interdisciplinary efforts address durability issues through electrochemical monitoring, coda wave interferometry, and advanced imaging techniques for concrete microstructure characterization. Gehlen leads the Chair of Materials and Materials Testing in Civil Engineering at TUM, which operates advanced laboratories for concrete characterization including confocal laser scanning microscopy and virtual testing environments. His team actively participates in TRR 277 (Additive Manufacturing in Construction), developing fabrication-aware design methods and experimental validation protocols for novel construction technologies.

Sean R. ConnollyView profile

Research Professor

• Marine Biology
• Biodiversity
• Coral Reef Ecology
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Sean R. Connolly is a Research Professor at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama, where he leads the Connolly Lab focused on coral reef ecology and biodiversity dynamics. He joined STRI in late 2019 after approximately 20 years of research on Central Indo-Pacific coral reefs, and now directs his research toward the coral reefs of the Tropical East Pacific and Caribbean regions. Dr. Connolly's research interests center on understanding the mechanisms that maintain biodiversity in species-rich systems, particularly coral reefs. His work investigates how large numbers of species coexist despite similar resource requirements, what determines the commonness or rarity of different species, how fishing and marine reserves impact reef ecosystems, and how coral reefs respond to climate change. His approach combines empirical field studies with mathematical and statistical modeling across multiple spatial and temporal scales. His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on coral reef community dynamics, biodiversity patterns, climate change impacts, and fisheries management. Recent work increasingly addresses the effects of multiple stressors on reef ecosystems, with growing attention to the Tropical Eastern Pacific as a comparative natural laboratory. His collaborative research spans multiple institutions globally, reflecting the international nature of coral reef science. Dr. Connolly received his B.A. from Earlham College in 1994 and his Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1999. His educational background provided the foundation for his interdisciplinary approach that bridges theoretical ecology with practical conservation applications. His research program currently investigates reef ecosystems on both sides of the Isthmus of Panama, taking advantage of the dramatically different reef conditions in the Tropical East Pacific (where one coral group dominates marginal reef conditions) and the Caribbean (where former community dominants have collapsed to a fraction of historical abundances). This comparative approach provides unique insights into the mechanisms of biodiversity maintenance and ecosystem resilience.

Mila N. KoevaView profile

Associate Professor

• Geospatial Technologies
• Digital Twinning
• 3D Urban Modeling
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Mila N. Koeva is a Vice Dean Research and senior Associate Professor at the University of Twente's Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), Department of Urban and Regional Planning and Geo-Information Management. Her research focuses on 3D modeling and Digital Twins for land management and urban planning, integrating geospatial technologies, UAV data, and AI/ML methods. PhD in architectural photogrammetry MSc in Engineering (Geodesy) Research Themes: Digital Twinning for urban ecosystems AI-driven cadastral boundary extraction 3D modeling with LiDAR and satellite data Global partnerships in Rwanda, Kenya, and Ethiopia Interoperability standards for local digital twins Scientific Contributions: Geospatial World Innovation Award 2021 Copernicus Masters Competition (3rd place 2016) Editorial roles in Photogrammetric Records and MDPI journals Keynote speaker at 3D GeoInfo, GI Forum, and FIG events Her educational impact includes developing courses, lecturing, and supervising students whose work has received top awards in The Netherlands and international competitions.