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• Structural Engineering
• Timber and Steel Composite Structures
• Fire Safety Engineering
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Bunji Izumi is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture and Technology, Faculty of Architecture and Design, NTNU, supported by the Scandinavia-Japan Sasakawa Lectureship. He holds a Dipl.-Ing., M.Sc., and B.Eng., and is a registered architect in Japan. His career includes roles at Nikken Sekkei Ltd. (Tokyo) as Senior Computational Designer and Associate in Structural Design, and at Driendl Architects in Vienna, Austria. His research focuses on structural engineering, timber-steel composite systems, fire safety, digital design, and sustainable architecture. Key areas include optimization methods in architectural design, circular timber structures, and interdisciplinary collaboration between architects and engineers. Publications highlight work on foldable canopies, fire-resistant composites, BIM integration, and structural education reforms. He contributes to exhibitions like IASS 2019 and collaborates on projects such as the Shogakukan Building and Vienna Indoor Swimming Pool. His educational background includes postgraduate studies at TU Vienna and the University of Tokyo, emphasizing structural design and timber engineering. Current research trends emphasize sustainability, circular design, and computational workflows.

• Biomass Gasification
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Combustion Engineering
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Tian Li is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Department of Energy and Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Based at the Varmeteknisk building on the Gløshaugen campus, Dr. Li is affiliated with the ComKin Group and has been actively involved in numerous research projects focused on biomass conversion and combustion technologies since 2011. Dr. Li's research primarily focuses on: Biomass gasification and combustion technologies Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling of energy conversion processes Multiphase flow and reaction kinetics in thermochemical processes Turbulence modeling in combustion systems Development of simulation tools for bioenergy applications Over the past decade, Dr. Li has led or contributed to multiple significant research projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council and industrial partners, including BioCarbUp, GASPRO, GrateCFD, GAFT, BioCarb+, CenBio, and GasBio. These projects have focused on optimizing biomass conversion processes for sustainable energy production. Dr. Li's publication record shows consistent contributions to high-impact journals in the energy and combustion fields, with a strong emphasis on computational modeling approaches. The research demonstrates expertise in developing and validating models for biomass conversion processes, with applications ranging from industrial-scale biomass furnaces to fundamental particle-level phenomena. Dr. Li has developed significant expertise in various computational tools and programming languages: Software: OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, ANSYS ICEM CFD, Star-CD, MFiX, CHEMKIN, LOGEsoft, LabVIEW Programming: C/C++, Python, Fortran, Matlab Through participation in major research centers like CenBio (Bioenergy Innovation Centre), Dr. Li has contributed to advancing Norway's bioenergy research capabilities and fostering collaboration between academia and industry in the sustainable energy sector.

Bo CarlssonView profile

Professor

• Sociology of Law
• Sport Science
• Legal culture of sport
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Bo Carlsson is Professor of Sociology of Law and Sport Science at the Department of Sport Sciences, Linnæus University in Växjö, Sweden. His academic work bridges legal studies, sociology, and sports science, focusing on the complex relationship between legal frameworks and sporting practices within Nordic contexts. Professor Carlsson's research interests encompass the legal culture of sport, the juridification of sport and its self-regulation, the changing landscape of sports, and sportification processes. His work examines how traditional sporting practices are transformed through commercialization, globalization, and legal frameworks, with particular attention to ice hockey as a cultural phenomenon. He investigates the tension between American sporting models and Nordic traditions, analyzing resistance to hegemonic influences in sports organizations and policies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent themes across multiple disciplines including sports sociology, legal studies, and cultural analysis. A distinctive trend in his scholarship is the examination of how non-sporting practices become sportified, as seen in his work on timber sports and science slams. His comparative approach highlights differences between European and American sports models, particularly regarding governance structures and commercialization processes. Professor Carlsson is currently engaged in significant research projects including 'Football vs. Ice Hockey in the European Sports Landscape,' 'Professionalization of Sports Coaching from a Scandinavian Horizon,' and 'Outsiders, Underdogs and Bohemians in Sport,' demonstrating his continued contribution to understanding the evolving dynamics of sports in contemporary society.

• Structural Dynamics
• Railway Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Anders Rønnquist is a Professor and Head of the Department of Structural Engineering at NTNU’s Faculty of Engineering Science. His research focuses on structural dynamics, railway systems, and bridge engineering. He leads projects on structural health monitoring, wind engineering, and architectural collaboration in structural design. Key collaborations include work with KTH Stockholm, Vilnius University, and the University of Porto. He teaches courses such as Structural Dynamics, Steel Structures II, and Railway Catenary Systems. His work integrates advanced sensor technologies, machine learning, and probabilistic methods to address challenges in infrastructure longevity and safety. Research interests span structural monitoring, overhead contact line dynamics, and reliability assessments. Notable contributions include the development of Kalman filter-based systems for crosswind load identification and shape grammar approaches for architectural-structural design integration. His team has pioneered non-contact measurement techniques using digital image correlation and advanced neural networks for bridge rivet inspection. Publications highlight innovations in railway catenary optimization, timber structure dynamics, and probabilistic fatigue analysis. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging engineering and architectural disciplines to enhance sustainable infrastructure solutions.

• Climate Change Impact
• Historic Timber Structures
• Fungal Colonization
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Bente Hellum is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Built Environment, Faculty of Technology, Art and Design at Oslo Metropolitan University. Her work focuses on climate change impacts on historic structures, fungal colonization in timber, and sustainable environmental engineering. She is affiliated with research groups including Smart Water Engineering Group (SWING) and Sustainable Built Environment (SustainaBuilt). Education and Affiliations: Employed at Oslo Metropolitan University Office: Pilestredet 35, PE837, Oslo Research Interests: Dr. Hellum explores how climate change affects historic timber structures, particularly fungal colonization mechanisms. Her work bridges environmental science and civil engineering, aiming to develop sustainable preservation techniques. She also investigates indoor climate and building materials' health impacts, as seen in her 2007 dissemination work on mold spores in indoor environments. Publications: Her recent research emphasizes climate modeling applications and structural preservation, contributing to interdisciplinary fields like environmental materials science. Earlier work addressed indoor environmental quality in built environments. Awards/Grants: No specific awards or grants listed in the provided text. Advising: No formal advisees listed. Active in research groups SWING and SustainaBuilt, fostering collaborative projects in sustainable engineering. Labs/Teams: Member of the Smart Water Engineering Group (SWING) and Sustainable Built Environment (SustainaBuilt) teams.

• Remote sensing for forest mapping
• Forest inventory
• Airborne laser scanning
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Endre Hofstad Hansen is an Associate Professor in Forestry at the University of Inland Norway (INN), specifically in the Department of Forestry and Outback Studies within the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology. He is based at the Evenstad campus and coordinates the Bachelor in Forestry program while teaching courses in Resource Mapping and Applied Forest Ecology. Dr. Hansen's primary research interests center around remote sensing for forest mapping , forest pricing and planning , and tree measurement and forest registration . His work integrates advanced technologies like airborne laser scanning (ALS) with traditional forest inventory methods to improve forest management practices. He has particular expertise in using remote sensing data for forest attribute prediction, biomass estimation, and species composition mapping across diverse forest ecosystems. His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on improving the accuracy and efficiency of forest inventory methods. His recent work has examined heartwood rot detection using ALS and satellite data, developed taper and volume models for Norwegian tree species, and investigated terrain slope effects on forest attribute predictions. His research spans both temperate and tropical forests, with significant contributions to biomass estimation methodologies in Tanzania's miombo woodlands and rainforests. Dr. Hansen is actively involved in research projects including CarniForeGraze (focusing on grazing in carnivorous forest ecosystems) and TaigaClimate, contributing to the Forestry research group at INN. His work bridges the gap between theoretical remote sensing applications and practical forest management needs.

• Fire Safety Engineering
• Building Materials
• Thermal Insulation
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Anne Elise Steen-Hansen is a Professor of Fire Engineering at NTNU’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, part of the Faculty of Engineering. Her work focuses on fire safety engineering, building materials, and fire dynamics. She leads the Fire Research and Innovation Centre (FRIC), emphasizing proactive fire safety strategies and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her research spans smoldering fires, photovoltaic systems, timber structures, and community fire safety education through initiatives like the “Bjørnis” program. Key projects include analyzing apartment building fires, PV facade safety, and fire spread in CLT buildings. She has published extensively in journals like Safety Science , Fire Technology , and Fire Safety Journal , with over 60 peer-reviewed articles since 2006. Steen-Hansen advises on national fire safety policy and collaborates with institutions like SINTEF and RISE. Her contributions include advancing fire risk mitigation in historical wood buildings and developing fire-safe sustainable materials. She holds a PhD in Fire Engineering and serves on international fire safety committees.

• Wood Technology
• Wood Properties
• Forest Treatment and Wood Quality
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Geir Isak Vestøl is a Professor in the Section for Renewable Energy and Forest Science at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). His academic work centers on wood technology, with a strong emphasis on understanding and optimizing the properties of timber for structural applications. His research focuses on the influence of forest treatment and growing conditions—particularly climate—on wood properties. He develops and applies methods for detecting and recording these properties, and works on advanced timber sorting techniques to maximize utilization based on mechanical performance. A key aspect of his work involves statistical modeling and simulation to predict wood behavior. Geir Isak Vestøl is actively involved in teaching, serving as course leader for TRE200 Wood Technology 1 and also teaching in TRE300 Wood Technology. His contributions link forest management practices with end-use material performance, supporting sustainable and efficient use of wood resources. While specific publications are listed in Cristin, no individual articles or awards are detailed in the provided text. There is no mention of advisees, grants, or email contact information.

• Structural reliability
• Risk-based decision making
• Probabilistic modeling
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Jochen Köhler , Professor in Structural Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializes in structural reliability, risk-based decision making, and probabilistic modeling with a focus on timber structures. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementation in international standards. Research Focus Structural reliability and risk optimization Timber material and system modeling Climate-adaptive structural design Probabilistic load and material modeling Code calibration for safety standards Publication Trends Recent work emphasizes carbon-efficient design , avalance risk modeling , and integrated lifecycle assessment . Keywords span structural reliability, probabilistic methods, and sustainable construction across 15 recent publications. Leadership Serving as President of the Joint Committee on Structural Safety (JCSS) and Board member of Standards Norway, he influences global structural guidelines through probabilistic frameworks and code harmonization efforts.

• Structural Engineering
• Conceptual Design
• Form Finding Methods
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Marcin Luczkowski serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on developing form finding methods for shells and long span structures, with special emphasis on digital fabrication and mass customization. He is a key member of the Conceptual Structural Designing Group where he investigates new numerical methods to improve building processes and bridge the gap between design and manufacturing. His research interests include structural optimization, parametric design, building information modeling (BIM), and computational methods for structural engineering. Luczkowski's work centers on creating better numerical methods for form finding, improving building process quality, adapting parametric platforms for structural engineering according to manufacturing changes, and developing more effective usage of BIM and FEM for digital fabrication. His recent publications reveal a growing focus on sustainable construction practices, particularly circular economy principles applied to timber structures and material reuse. His research publications from 2016-2025 demonstrate consistent contributions to structural engineering, with increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches combining architecture, engineering, and computational methods. Recent work shows significant interest in circular economy applications within structural engineering, particularly regarding timber construction and material reuse. His technical expertise spans from fundamental structural design to advanced computational tools development, including Grasshopper plugins for finite element analysis. Luczkowski has received recognition for his innovative approaches to structural design, particularly in the areas of timber gridshells, parametric detailing of structural connections, and the integration of architectural considerations into structural engineering education. His work on aluminum nodes for timber gridshells and matching algorithms for reclaimed building elements demonstrates practical applications of his research. As an educator, he teaches structural design courses and has participated in numerous academic lectures and conferences worldwide, presenting on topics ranging from parametric approaches to design to digital workflows for timber free-form structures. His teaching philosophy appears to emphasize the integration of architectural considerations into structural engineering education, as evidenced by his research on improving structural engineering curriculum through architectural inclusion.

• 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.

• Forest planning
• Stochastic programming
• Risk assessment
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Kyle Eyvindson is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) within the Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management. His research focuses on the intersection of forest planning, stochastic programming, risk assessment, optimization, and ecosystem services. He develops decision support systems that address uncertainties in forest management while balancing ecological, economic, and social objectives.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Building Physics
• Energy and Indoor Environment
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Professor Dimitrios Kraniotis is affiliated with the Department of Built Environment at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. His research focuses on sustainable building technologies, climate change impacts on built environments, and heritage conservation. He leads projects like the Net-Zero Future initiative addressing carbon footprint reduction. Research areas include moisture and heat transfer in timber systems, hygrothermal performance modeling, and adaptive reuse of heritage structures. He has published 47+ scientific papers and contributed to 37 dissemination reports, emphasizing data-driven approaches for climate resilience. Key research groups: Building Technology, Structural Engineering Research Group (SERG), Sustainable Built Environment (SustainaBuilt) Notable projects: Net-Zero Future Alliance (international collaboration), HYPERION EU project (cultural heritage climate impact) His work bridges computational modeling (CFD, Bayesian networks) with practical applications in material durability and energy efficiency. He collaborates with industry partners for real-world implementation of sustainable solutions.

Henrik RøerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Concrete Structures
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Henrik Røer is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering, Østfold University College. His research focuses on structural engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and the design of concrete, steel, and timber structures. He holds an M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializing in structural design. Before academia, he worked as a structural engineer at Sweco Norge AS (2017–2021) and as a project engineer at Norsk Saneringsservice AS (2014–2017). Current position: Assistant Professor since 2022 Research group: Building and Environment Research Group Project involvement: BIM-LCA initiatives His teaching includes courses on structural analysis, finite element methods, BIM integration, and materials science. His work emphasizes bridging theoretical structural principles with practical BIM applications in modern construction.

Steinar Hillersøy DyvikView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Gridshell Structures
• Parametric Design
• Timber Engineering
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Steinar Hillersøy Dyvik is an Adjunct Associate Professor at NTNU's Department of Architecture and Technology, Faculty of Architecture and Design. He holds a PhD and works as an Architect at Norconsult. His research focuses on parametric design, gridshell structures, timber engineering, and structural aluminum applications. His work bridges academic research and practical construction, emphasizing advanced geometry and rational building practices. Notable projects include the modular timber gridshell in Trondheim and the Printshell project exploring 3D-printed structural models. He has contributed to conferences like IASS and IABSE, and co-authored publications on topics like aluminum nodes and digital workflows. Dyvik is actively involved in architectural education through initiatives like NTNU Live Studio and Parametric Camp workshops. He has collaborated with institutions like Rambøll and the Technical University of Vienna, and his teaching spans structural design, parametric modeling, and material innovation. His creative projects include temporary benches for NTNUI Football, the Heggmoen workshop project in Bodø, and the Arctic Sauna on Fleinvær Island. He has also authored a popular children's book explaining gridshell concepts, demonstrating his commitment to accessible architectural education.