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Tao XingView profile

Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Verification and Validation (V&V)
• Fluid-Structure Interactions
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Dr. Tao Xing is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Idaho. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (2002) and is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), verification/validation (V&V), biofluids, and wind turbine design. He directs the 3D Imaging and Printing Laboratory and has secured $3.8M+ in research funding from NSF, NIH, and industry. Key awards include the 2019 University Excellence in Interdisciplinary Collaboration Award and 2018 Mid-Career Faculty Award. His educational contributions include developing adaptive learning modules for ABET outcomes and integrating CFD into engineering curricula. He has advised 6 graduate students and currently mentors 2 Ph.D. candidates. Notable projects include aerogel insulation systems, CSF drug delivery modeling, and offshore wind turbine simulations.

Vivek FrancisView profile

Research Fellow

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Wave-Structure Interaction
• Hydrodynamics
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Dr. Vivek Francis is a Research Fellow in Offshore Renewable Energy Hydrodynamics at the University of Plymouth's School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He works on the AEON project developing next-generation floating hybrid energy platforms for island communities, investigating the viability of coupling solar panels with wave energy converter systems. His research focuses on wave-structure interaction problems, hydrodynamic characteristics of thin porous barriers, and coastal protection systems. Expertise includes experimental fluid dynamics, wave tank testing, and solitary wave modeling. Publications primarily focus on wave interaction with coastal structures, hydrodynamic performance of porous barriers, and wave energy converter integration. Research demonstrates strong experimental approach to coastal engineering challenges. Dr. Francis completed his PhD at the IITB-Monash Research Academy on 'Hydrodynamic Characteristics of Thin Porous Barriers' under supervision of Prof. Balaji Ramakrishnan and Prof. Murray Rudman. He holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from University College London.

Reza AbdolvandView profile

Professor

• MEMS/NEMS
• Micro-resonators
• Resonant Sensors
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Reza Abdolvand is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida (UCF), affiliated with the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2008). His research focuses on Micro- and Nano-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS/NEMS), resonant sensors, ultrasonic bio-fluid analysis, and infrared sensing. He leads projects funded by the NSF and industry collaborators, including low-loss piezoelectric filters for telecommunication and thermoelectric infrared sensors. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Tech (2008) Affiliations: UCF, Department of ECE; CECS, College of Engineering Dr. Abdolvand's research interests emphasize micro-resonators for timing/data processing, acoustoelectric signal processing, and MEMS-based wireless sensors. His recent projects include ultra-stable MEMS oscillators and ultrasonic bio-fluid sensors, addressing challenges in miniaturization, thermal stability, and phase noise reduction. He has authored over 100 publications and holds 12 U.S. patents. His work bridges fundamental materials science and applied engineering, with applications in telecommunications, biomedical diagnostics, and energy-efficient systems. Notable achievements include membership in the National Academy of Inventors since 2013 and pioneering contributions to piezoelectric-semiconductor hybrid devices. Grants & Projects: NSF-funded low-loss piezoelectric filter arrays Nano-engineered thermoelectric infrared sensors (NSF/Amethyst Inc.) His lab, the Dynamic Microsystems Laboratory (DML), develops cutting-edge MEMS technologies for sensing, actuation, and signal processing. Current research trends include acoustoelectric amplification, phonon-electron coupling for energy scavenging, and ultra-stable resonators for precision timing.

Debashis ChandaView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
• Metamaterials
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Debashis Chanda is a Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF) with joint appointments in the NanoScience Technology Center (NSTC), Department of Physics, and the College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL). His research focuses on nanophotonics, plasmonics, and metamaterials, emphasizing high-throughput, low-cost fabrication techniques for optical nanostructures. Key achievements include developing energy-saving plasmonic paints and sensors for biomedical and environmental applications, recognized by the National Science Foundation and World Economic Forum. Chanda leads the Nano-Optics Group, mentoring over 15 graduate and undergraduate students in cutting-edge projects. His team explores light-matter interactions for applications in energy harvesting, optical sensors, and advanced displays. The group collaborates on innovations like angle-independent structural color coatings and tunable infrared detectors. Research Interests: Nanophotonics and plasmonics Metamaterials and structural coloration Infrared detection and sensing Bioinspired optoelectronics High-throughput nanofabrication Team & Students: Current advisees include Tianyi Guo and Mahdi Soudi. Notable alumni have advanced to roles at institutions like the University of Toronto and North Carolina State University, and industry leaders such as Intel and ASML. Labs & Facilities: The Nano-Optics Group operates in UCF’s NSTC and CREOL, leveraging state-of-the-art nanofabrication and characterization tools. Ongoing projects include smartphone-based sensors, adaptive camouflage systems, and sustainable plasmonic materials.

Heyno GarbeView profile

Professor

• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• Electromagnetic Interference
• Electromagnetic Field Theory
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Prof. Heyno Garbe is a faculty member in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Leibniz University Hannover, affiliated with the Institute for Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering and Measurement Technology . His research focuses on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), transient signal analysis, and measurement techniques. He leads projects on TEM cells, wind turbine electromagnetic emissions, and system vulnerability against intentional electromagnetic interference (IEMI). Key research interests include: Development and validation of test methods for EMC standards Coupling mechanisms of transient electromagnetic fields Electromagnetic interference in critical infrastructure and wireless systems Recent work explores: Field inhomogeneity in TEM cells Influence of wind turbines on navigation systems Risk analysis of IEMI threats using fuzzy-logic approaches He collaborates with industry and EU projects, such as the STRUCTURES initiative for critical infrastructure assessment. His lab develops test rigs for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) susceptibility testing and advanced measurement setups for transient signal characterization.

Marjatta LyyraView profile

Professor

• Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
• Quantum Optics
• Molecular Quantum Control
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Marjatta Lyyra is a Professor of Physics at Temple University's College of Science and Technology. Her research focuses on Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics, particularly Molecular Quantum Control using laser techniques such as the Autler-Townes effect. She has pioneered methods like continuous wave triple resonance spectroscopy and demonstrated all-optical control of molecular angular momentum orientation. Her work includes studies on molecular dipole moments, spin-orbit interactions, and collision dynamics. Education: Ph.D., Stockholm University, 1979 M.S., University of Helsinki, 1973 B.Sc., University of Helsinki, 1971 Research Interests: Her research explores quantum control mechanisms in molecules, including electromagnetically induced transparency, laser-driven population flow, and precision measurements of molecular properties. Key topics include Autler-Townes splitting, spin-orbit interaction manipulation, and the development of optical spin switches. She has extensively studied diatomic systems like Rb₂, Cs₂, and Li₂, focusing on electronic states and their spectroscopic signatures. Publications: Her recent work highlights advancements in molecular angular momentum control, predissociation resonance modeling, and collision dynamics. Earlier contributions include foundational studies on transition dipole moments in lithium and cesium dimers, as well as pioneering work in cw all-optical triple resonance spectroscopy. Awards and Honors: Fellow, Optical Society of America (2018) Fellow, American Physical Society (2005–) Multiple visiting professorships in France, Sweden, and China NSF Career Advancement Award (1992) Grants and Labs: Lyyra's work is supported by grants from Temple University and international collaborations. Her lab focuses on experimental setups for high-resolution molecular spectroscopy and laser manipulation of quantum states.

• Applied Mathematics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Theoretical Mechanics
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Professor Andrew Bassom is a Professor of Applied Mathematics and Head of Discipline in Mathematics at the University of Tasmania's School of Natural Sciences. He holds a PhD and has held prior appointments at the University of Western Australia (UWA) and the University of Exeter (UK). His research focuses on fluid mechanics, differential equations, and mathematical modelling with applications to ocean flows, geophysics, and biomedical engineering (e.g., ventilation of premature babies). Research Interests: Applied mathematics, theoretical and applied mechanics, fluid dynamics, and nonlinear systems. Recent work involves magnetic bubble dynamics, climate system hyperbolicity, thermal convection patterns, and seismicity modelling in mining contexts. Grants & Projects: Key projects include: A$460,000 ARC Discovery Project (2019–2023) studying Antarctic ice-sheet collapse via seismic signals. A$15,000 ARC College of Experts 2023 nomination grant. Modelling mining-induced seismicity using the Material Point Method (MPM). Teaching & Supervision: Teaches third-year/honours applied mathematics units. Current doctoral supervision includes projects on climate system hyperbolicity, non-spherical bubbles, and ice-rock interface dynamics. Completed students include Earl Sullivan Lester (dark matter cosmology) and Gysbert Basson (MPM applications in mining). Publications: Over 228 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing fluid mechanics innovations and interdisciplinary applications. Recent trends focus on geophysical fluid dynamics, climate modelling, and computational methods for complex systems.

• Numerical mathematics
• Elastodynamics
• Acoustic wave propagation
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Dr. Julien Diaz is a Senior Research Scientist at INRIA Bordeaux Sud-Ouest in the MAGIQUE-3D project team, specializing in numerical methods for wave propagation phenomena. His research focuses on high-order discretization schemes, artificial boundary conditions, and analytical solutions for acoustic and elastodynamic wave equations in complex media. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from University Paris VI and an HDR from Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour. His academic responsibilities include serving on PhD committees and advising numerous doctoral students in computational wave propagation. Research interests encompass high-order finite element methods, discontinuous Galerkin formulations, PML techniques, and the Cagniard-de Hoop method for wave problems in bilayered media. His work develops computational tools like Hou10ni and Gar6more for seismic simulation.

Allan Peter Engsig-KarupView profile

Associate Professor

• Wave Modeling
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• High-Performance Computing
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Allan Peter Engsig-Karup is Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at the Technical University of Denmark. His research develops high-order numerical methods for wave modeling, coastal engineering, and computational fluid dynamics. He specializes in spectral element methods, GPU computing, and uncertainty quantification techniques. Recent work advances numerical solvers for incompressible Navier-Stokes equations with free surfaces, hybrid-spectral models for nonlinear waves, and unfitted mesh techniques. His group develops efficient algorithms for large-scale simulations of water wave interactions with offshore structures.

Anthony Charles Lewis AshtonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Elliptic Boundary Value Problems
• Lie Groups in PDE
• Linear PDE Theory
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Dr. Anthony Charles Lewis Ashton is a Senior College Lecturer and Director of Studies at Homerton College, University of Cambridge, and a member of the Faculty of Mathematics. He works within the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) in the Applied and Computational Analysis group. His academic career at Cambridge includes positions as Stokes Fellow at Pembroke College (2013-15) and Junior Research Fellow at Emmanuel College (2010-13). 2015-present: Senior College Lecturer and Director of Studies, Homerton College 2013-15: Stokes Fellow, Pembroke College 2010-13: Junior Research Fellow, Emmanuel College 2009-10: EPSRC Prize Fellow, DAMTP 2006-09: PhD Candidate, DAMTP 2005-06: Part III Mathematics, Peterhouse 2002-05: BA Mathematics, Peterhouse Dr. Ashton's research focuses on novel approaches to elliptic boundary value problems, Lie groups in partial differential equations (PDEs), new approaches to rigorous problems in Linear PDE theory, and certain aspects of mathematical physics. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on developing innovative mathematical frameworks for solving complex PDE problems, particularly through the application of the unified Fokas method for boundary value problems. His extensive publication record from 2007-2019 reveals a strong emphasis on elliptic PDEs, with particular attention to boundary value problems on convex domains. A significant portion of his work centers on the unified transform method (Fokas method), which provides a novel approach to solving boundary value problems for linear and integrable nonlinear PDEs. His research spans mathematical physics, fluid dynamics, and pure mathematical analysis, showing interdisciplinary connections between different areas of mathematics. As an educator, Dr. Ashton has taught several advanced mathematics courses at Cambridge, including Part III Distribution Theory & Applications, Part II Integrable Systems, and Part IA Vector Calculus (2017-2020). His teaching materials demonstrate a commitment to making complex mathematical concepts accessible through well-structured handouts covering topics such as generating functions, Arnold-Liouville theorem, evolution of scattering data, and coordinate systems.

• Astrophysics Beyond the Standard Model
• Dark Matter Physics
• Cosmology
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Katelin Schutz is an Assistant Professor at McGill University's Department of Physics, holding the Canada Research Chair in Astrophysics Beyond the Standard Model. Her research focuses on astrophysical manifestations of physics beyond the Standard Model, with a strong emphasis on dark matter, particle astrophysics, and cosmology. She explores topics such as axion dark matter, plasma effects on photon behavior, and novel detection methods for sub-GeV particles. Her work integrates theoretical models with observational data from experiments like FAST radio telescope and CMB-S4, aiming to uncover new physics through cosmic probes. Key research areas include dark matter self-interactions, gravitational wave signatures, and early universe phenomena. Schutz has contributed to advancing techniques in hydrodynamical simulations of reionization and analyzing stellar data to constrain particle physics models. Notable achievements include the Canada Research Chair appointment and contributions to international collaborations like the Snowmass Cosmic Frontier white papers. Her research bridges particle physics and cosmology, addressing fundamental questions about dark matter composition, cosmic structure formation, and the nature of fundamental interactions beyond established frameworks.

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Discrete Element Method (DEM)
• Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM)
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Nicholas Sitar is the Edward G. Cahill and John R. Cahill Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley , affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering under the College of Engineering. His career spans decades of pioneering work in geotechnical earthquake engineering and computational geomechanics. Education : Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical) from Stanford University (1979), M.S. in Geology (Hydrogeology) from Stanford University (1975), B.A.Sc. in Geological Engineering from the University of Windsor, Canada (1973). Research Interests : Dr. Sitar’s research focuses on geotechnical earthquake engineering , seismic slope stability , and rock erosion , with a strong emphasis on computational methods like the Discrete Element Method (DEM) and Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM). He pioneered the application of wireless sensor networks for seismic monitoring and developed advanced DEM-LBM coupling techniques to model rock-fluid interactions, including tsunami waves triggered by rock slope failures and scour in unlined rock channels. Publication Trends : His recent work highlights 3D numerical modeling of granular flows, rock slope kinematics, and depositional fabric analysis using X-ray tomography. He explores seismic earth pressures, levee stability under variable seepage, and dynamic rock-water interactions, often integrating stochastic methods and high-fidelity simulations. Contact : He can be reached at sitar@berkeley.edu in his office at 449 Davis Hall, with office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Aaron PierceView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Cosmology
• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Elementary Particle Physics
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Aaron Pierce is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Michigan . He specializes in theoretical extensions of the Standard Model of particle physics, with a focus on dark matter composition, gravity's weakness relative to other forces, and matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe. Ph.D., University of California-Berkeley (2002) M.S., University of California-Berkeley (2000) Part III, Trinity College, Cambridge (1998) B.A., Rice University (1998) His research explores models involving new forces, extra dimensions, and supersymmetry to connect theoretical physics with experimental signatures at colliders. He served as director of the Leinweber Center for Theoretical Physics from 2013-2020 and investigates gravitational wave implications of axion rotations. Henry Russel Award Simons Foundation Fellowship Fellow of the American Physical Society His recent publications focus on dark photon detection, split supersymmetry, and lepto-axiogenesis. He has contributed to experimental frameworks for dark matter detection and collider phenomenology of vectorlike leptons.

Iver CairnsView profile

Professor

• Space Physics
• Solar Radio Emissions
• Plasma Physics
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Professor Iver Cairns is a renowned academic in Space Physics at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Science, affiliated with the Sydney Nano Institute. He holds a PhD from the University of Sydney (1987) and has held prestigious positions including a Senior Research Fellowship and Australian Professorial Fellowship. His research focuses on solar radio emissions, plasma physics, and space weather, with notable contributions to understanding solar wind dynamics and ionospheric interactions. He leads projects like the CUAVA training center and developed the RedEye-1 SWIR imager for atmospheric monitoring. Awards include the 2023 Australian Space Awards Scientist of the Year. Key research areas include radio emission mechanisms in space plasmas, spacecraft charging effects, and nanosatellite technology. His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations in astrophysics, engineering, and environmental science. Major grants include projects on GPS-R technology and space photovoltaics. Current initiatives include the Waratah Seed-1 satellite and the TOLIMAN space telescope. He has pioneered open-source hyperspectral imaging tools and contributed to missions like the Parker Solar Probe and STEREO. Education: PhD in Physics, University of Sydney (1987) Grants: 2023 JORN Enhancement Project; 2022 Space Photovoltaics Roadmap Key Projects: CUAVA CubeSats, TRICE-2 Sounding Rockets, PUNCH Solar Mission Awards: Australian Space Awards Scientist of the Year (2023) Advises on satellite engineering, plasma diagnostics, and space policy. Active in Sydney Nano's multidisciplinary research, addressing challenges in nanoscience and space technology.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Visual Perception
• Neurorehabilitation
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Monika Harvey is a Professor of Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Glasgow's School of Psychology & Neuroscience. She holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of Bielefeld (Germany) and a PhD in Neuropsychology from the University of St Andrews (UK). Her career includes appointments at the University of Bristol and the University of Glasgow. Her research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, particularly visual perception, hemispatial neglect, and cognitive aging. She employs techniques like EEG, non-invasive brain stimulation, virtual reality, and AI to study brain age prediction and attention mechanisms. Her work spans neurorehabilitation, aging-related cognitive changes, and clinical applications of neurotechnology. She has contributed to studies on stroke recovery, attention deficits, and driver behavior in autonomous vehicles. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging psychology, neuroscience, and technology. Publications highlight her expertise in spatial attention, neglect rehabilitation, and the neural basis of perception-action systems. She collaborates on grants exploring post-stroke insomnia, driver interfaces for autonomous cars, and neuroimaging techniques. Her lab integrates experimental and computational methods to advance understanding of brain function and disorders.