جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ahmed M. Attiaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Science and Engineering
• Data Assimilation
• Uncertainty Quantification
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Ahmed M. Attia is a computational mathematician at the Mathematics and Computer Science Division, Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, IL, USA. He is also a member of the Laboratory for Applied Mathematics and Numerical Software (LANS) at Argonne. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Argonne and a research fellow at SAMSI, with affiliation to the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science and Applications, Virginia Tech, 2016 M.S. in Statistics and Computer Science, Mansoura University, 2008 B.S. in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science, Mansoura University, 2004 His research spans computational science and engineering, focusing on data assimilation, uncertainty quantification, optimal experimental design, PDE-constrained optimization, Bayesian inference, and high-performance computing . He integrates machine learning and statistical methods into scientific computing frameworks. His work enables robust and scalable solutions for inverse problems in complex physical systems. The primary trend in his recent publications centers on the development of PyOED, an open-source framework that unifies variational and Bayesian data assimilation with optimal experimental design, featuring novel optimization and machine learning solvers. This work bridges applied mathematics, computational science, and software engineering. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned. Advising and Grants: Ahmed has mentored and collaborated with researchers such as Abhijit Chowdhary and Shady E. Ahmed on the PyOED project. His research is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), particularly through the Office of Science and the Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR) program. Labs and Teams: He is an active member of the Laboratory for Applied Mathematics and Numerical Software (LANS) at Argonne National Laboratory, contributing to national efforts in applied mathematics and scientific computing.

• Elastography Imaging
• Inverse Problems
• Nonlinear Optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Elijah Van Houten is a Full Professor at Université de Sherbrooke , Canada, specializing in Biomedical Engineering and Medical Imaging . His research focuses on Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE) , inverse problems, and nonlinear optimization for tissue mechanical property characterization. He is affiliated with the Centre de recherche du CHUS and leads international collaborations, including the Netherlands-funded VICI project Seismology of the Brain and NIH-funded High-Resolution, Anisotropic MR Elastography of the Brain . Doctorate in Engineering Science, Dartmouth College (2001) Bachelor's in Music and Mechanical Engineering, Tufts University (1997) Van Houten’s work integrates computational modeling, finite element analysis, and advanced imaging to study brain and liver tissue mechanics. Recent publications highlight applications of transversely isotropic models , poroelasticity , and multi-frequency MRE for improved diagnostic imaging. His research has been supported by grants from NIH , NWO , CIHR , and NSERC , totaling over $7 million. Scientific awards include the ISMRM Summa Cum Laude award . He has supervised projects on diabetic foot ulcers , breast cancer detection via wearable technology , and ultrasound-based liver disease diagnostics . Van Houten collaborates with institutions in the Netherlands, USA, France, and Mexico, advancing MRE techniques for clinical applications.

Giorgia Ramponiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Mathematical Modelling
• Reinforcement Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Giorgia Ramponi is an Assistant Professor with Tenure Track at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics at the University of Zurich. She is also an affiliated professor at the ETH AI Center and the Data Science and AI, Computer Science and Engineering department at Chalmers University of Technology. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Information Technology from Politecnico di Milano (completed June 2021 with honors), advised by Marcello Restelli, and a Master of Science in Computer Science with Honours Programme (110/110 cum laude) from la Sapienza (July 2017), advised by Flavio Chierichetti and Alessandro Panconesi. Dr. Ramponi's research focuses on machine learning and mathematical modeling, with particular emphasis on reinforcement learning and multiagent learning. Her work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, exploring how learning algorithms can make optimal decisions in complex environments. She has made significant contributions to areas including inverse reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, constrained Markov decision processes, and human-AI interaction through preference learning. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward addressing fundamental challenges in reinforcement learning, particularly in multi-agent settings, constrained optimization, and learning from human feedback. Her work combines theoretical rigor with practical applications across robotics, economics, and decision-making systems. Hassler Research Grant for "Unified Feedback Integration Framework for Reinforcement Learning" Dr. Ramponi actively contributes to the academic community through conference participation, invited lectures (including at the Mediterranean Machine Learning Summer School), and teaching. She designed and taught the "Data Science and Machine Learning" course for the ETH-Ashesi Master program. She is also a member of the ELLIS community, which connects excellence in AI research across Europe. Her research group focuses on developing frameworks for reinforcement learning with various feedback types, including preferences, rewards, and demonstrations. The group aims to advance the theoretical understanding of learning algorithms while addressing practical challenges in real-world applications.

David Castañónمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stochastic Control
• Estimation Theory
• Game Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

David Castañón is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and Systems Engineering (SE) at Boston University. He holds a PhD from MIT (1976) and has held leadership roles including Department Chair of BU ECE (2010-2014) and President of the IEEE Control Systems Society (2008). His research focuses on stochastic control, optimization, game theory, and distributed computing, with applications in sensor management, inverse problems, and autonomous systems. Education: PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1976). Key affiliations include the Center for Information and Systems Engineering, the Rafik B. Hariri Institute for Computing, and the ALERT Department of Homeland Security Center of Excellence. He teaches courses such as EC702 Recursive Estimation and EC719 Statistical Learning Theory. Research interests span stochastic control, estimation theory, optimization algorithms, and multi-agent systems. Notable contributions include work on sensor management, cooperative operations, and inverse problem solutions for medical and security imaging. His work often integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications in autonomous systems and distributed computing. Scientific achievements include IEEE Fellow status (2006), CSS Distinguished Member Award, and leadership roles in major conferences like the IEEE Conference on Decision and Control (2007 as General Chair). He has also served on the Air Force Advisory Board and the IEEE Society Review Committee. Grants and lab affiliations include the NSF Engineering Research Center for Subsurface Sensing (2001-2013) and the SENTRY DHS Center of Excellence (2021-present). His interdisciplinary collaborations bridge robotics, medical imaging, and security systems.

• Optimal Control
• Numerical Analysis
• Finite Element Methods
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jakob Wagner is a Research Fellow at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), affiliated with the School of Computation, Information and Technology and the Department of Mathematics. He works within the Chair of Optimal Control under Prof. Boris Vexler and serves as an Invited Lecturer at Kutaisi International University in Georgia since 2022. His educational background includes a Master's degree in Mathematics from TUM (2019-2020, grade 1.0) and a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from TUM (2014-2018, grade 1.2). Wagner's research focuses on Optimal Control of fluid dynamics equations, particularly the Navier-Stokes and Stokes systems. He specializes in Finite Element Methods and rigorous Error Estimates for discretizations of partial differential equations. His work addresses time-dependent problems, state constraints, and boundary control mechanisms in computational fluid dynamics, with significant contributions to stream-function formulations and pressure boundary conditions. Analysis of his publication record reveals a concentrated research trajectory in numerical analysis of incompressible flow control. His work consistently advances theoretical foundations for finite element discretizations, emphasizing fully discrete error analysis and pointwise constraints across Stokes and Navier-Stokes frameworks. Key innovations include novel approaches to blood flow modeling and ocean current reconstruction through coupled ODE systems. Wagner actively mentors students, supervising Master's theses by Alexandro Jedaidi (2025, ocean current reconstruction), Chenhong Lin (2025, Stokes equations), and Hendrik Bruhse (2023, parabolic problems), plus Noah An der Lan's Bachelor thesis (2025, Bayesian experiment design). His teaching portfolio spans Analysis, Optimization, and Numerical Methods courses at TUM and Kutaisi International University. He operates within TUM's Chair of Optimal Control research ecosystem, contributing to international collaborations through conference presentations at GAMM Annual Meetings and specialized symposia, while maintaining active involvement in computational mathematics projects including robotic swarm applications for radio imaging.

• Computational stochastic mechanics
• Machine learning in engineering
• Engineering safety assessment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Dee Wu serves as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in the integration of computational mechanics, machine learning, and engineering design. With a strong research profile focused on structural reliability and safety assessment, Dr Wu develops innovative frameworks that bridge theoretical mechanics with practical engineering applications, particularly in the realm of composite materials and uncertain structural behavior. Dr Wu's research interests center on computational stochastic and non-stochastic mechanics, with particular emphasis on machine-learning-aided engineering safety assessment, nondeterministic methods for isogeometric analysis with polymorphic uncertainties, and AI techniques for composite material design. Their work addresses critical challenges in structural engineering where uncertainty quantification becomes essential for safety evaluation. The research output reveals a clear trajectory toward developing virtual modeling techniques that significantly enhance computational efficiency while maintaining accuracy in structural analysis. Dr Wu's publications demonstrate expertise in phase-field methods, support vector regression variants (including Extended SVR, Capped SVR, and Twin SVR), and uncertainty quantification frameworks that handle both aleatoric and epistemic uncertainties. These techniques have been successfully applied to fracture mechanics, buckling analysis, vibration analysis, and impact assessment problems. Dr Wu actively pursues funded research in three main areas: Digital twin applications in Civil Engineering, Machine learning aided engineering analysis and design, and Safety assessment for Smart City initiatives. Currently, they are a key participant in the ARC Discovery Project 'Assessment of Dynamic Pile Driving Using Machine Learning' (DP230102781), running from June 2023 to May 2026, working alongside researchers Khabbaz M, Fatahi B, and Zhang X. In teaching, Dr Wu delivers courses including Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering (48310), Advanced Engineering Computing (48371), and Finite Element Analysis (49047), demonstrating commitment to both foundational and advanced engineering education. Their ORCID identifier is 0000-0002-7284-5024, and they maintain an active Google Scholar profile reflecting their substantial research contributions in computational structural engineering.

• Granular Mechanics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Neutron Diffraction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Chris Wensrich is a faculty member in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, specializing in Mechanical Engineering. He holds a PhD, Bachelor of Mathematics, and Bachelor of Engineering from the same university. His research focuses on granular mechanics, neutron diffraction, and strain tomography, with pioneering work in Bragg-edge transmission strain tomography and granular dynamics modeling. Wensrich has held visiting appointments at Clare Hall College, Cambridge University, and the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences in the UK. He currently serves as President of the Australian Neutron Beam User Group (ANBUG) and is a member of the ACNS Program Advisory Team at ANSTO. His expertise spans applied mechanics, computational modeling (DEM), and experimental techniques involving neutron diffraction. His research interests include granular material behavior, stress distribution measurement, and validation of computational models using neutron imaging. Notable contributions include studies on silo quaking dynamics, force chain analysis in granular assemblies, and residual stress characterization in additive manufacturing. Wensrich has supervised 11 PhD students and secured over $5.4M in grants, including ARC Discovery Projects and industry-linked initiatives. Publications span granular mechanics, strain tomography, and material characterization, with over 60 journal articles and 38 conference papers. His work bridges theoretical, computational, and experimental methods to advance understanding of particulate systems and engineering materials.

• Bayesian nonparametrics
• causal inference
• variational inference
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kolyan Ray is a Senior Lecturer (equivalent to Associate Professor) in Statistics at the Department of Mathematics, Imperial College London. He holds affiliations within the Faculty of Natural Sciences and contributes to the Statistics research group. His research focuses on Bayesian nonparametrics, causal inference, variational inference, inverse problems, and asymptotic statistics. Academic Background: PhD in Statistics from the University of Cambridge (supervised by Richard Nickl) Postdoc at Leiden University under Aad van der Vaart Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at King’s College London before joining Imperial Professional Roles: Associate Editor at the Electronic Journal of Statistics His work bridges theoretical and applied statistics, with emphasis on foundational methods and interdisciplinary applications. He maintains an active research program in statistical methodology and collaborates across academic institutions.

Zhou Yingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Computational Seismology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zhou Ying is an Associate Professor of Geophysics at Virginia Tech's College of Science, Department of Geosciences. Her research focuses on understanding seismic heterogeneities in the Earth's interior through finite-frequency wave propagation theory and diffractional tomography. Ph.D. in Geophysics from Princeton University (2005) Her research interests include: Seismic Wave Propagation in Heterogeneous Media Global and Computational Seismology Finite-Frequency Seismic Tomography 3-D Anelasticity (Q) Structure in the Mantle Seismic Anisotropy in the Upper Mantle and Transition Zone Core-Diffracted Waves and Core-Mantle Boundary Structure Signal Processing and Array Data Analysis Zhou's 15 most recent publications span seismology, geophysics, and unexpected interdisciplinary topics like molecular biology. Most studies focus on mantle discontinuities, finite-frequency tomography, and outer core dynamics, with specific attention to 410-km/660-km discontinuities and surface-wave sensitivity kernels. Current graduate advisee: Zhen Guo (Ph.D. candidate in Geophysics). Former advisees include Youyi Ruan (Ph.D. 2012), Kui Liu (Ph.D. 2014), Kai Deng (MS 2014), and Jing Xue (MS 2014). She teaches undergraduate courses in Physical Geology and Earthquake Seismology, and graduate courses in Theoretical Seismology, Advanced Seismology, and Seismic Data Analysis.

Kyle T Spikesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Seismic Reservoir Characterization
• Rock Physics Modeling
• Geophysical Inversion Techniques
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kyle T Spikes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on integrating geologic data with quantitative tools for seismic reservoir characterization, emphasizing forward and inverse problems in rock physics, stochastic modeling, and seismic inversion. He works across scales from sub-micron rock samples to surface seismic data, developing effective medium models and numerical techniques to estimate heterogeneous and anisotropic rock properties. His work spans applications in carbonates, shales, and fractured reservoirs, with a strong emphasis on Bayesian methods, stochastic inversion, and machine learning for data analysis. Recent studies include fluid flow effects in porous media, distributed acoustic sensing (DAS), and rock physics modeling of unconventional reservoirs like the Haynesville Shale. He has contributed to CO2 sequestration monitoring through inversion of 3D VSP data at the Cranfield site. Notable trends in his publications include advancements in Bayesian-based rock physics modeling, integration of multi-scale data (laboratory to field scale), and innovative applications of DAS technology for seismic monitoring. His research bridges geophysics, petrophysics, and reservoir engineering, addressing challenges in reservoir characterization and monitoring under varying fluid and stress conditions. Dr. Spikes advises postdoctoral researchers and graduate students in the Jackson School, though specific advisee names are not listed. His work is supported by collaborative projects with industry and academic partners, focusing on practical solutions for subsurface reservoir challenges.

• Nuclear Engineering
• Reactor Design and Safety
• Thermal-Hydraulics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tomasz Kozlowski is an Associate Professor and Associate Head for Undergraduate Programs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Grainger College of Engineering, Department of Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering (NPRE). He holds additional positions as Associate Professor at Poland's National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ) and Affiliated Professor in Computational Science and Engineering at UIUC. His research focuses on multi-physics modeling, reactor design/safety, computational methods, and thermal-hydraulics. He has taught courses like NPRE 200 (Mathematics), NPRE 455 (Neutron Transport), and advanced modeling topics. Education: B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University (2000–2005), followed by a Docent Habilitation in Nuclear Power Safety from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH, 2011). He has collaborated on a $2M DOE grant for fuel storage solutions and contributed to UIUC's submission for a micro-reactor license application. His work includes advanced reactor design, uncertainty quantification, and computational tools like TRACE and MCNP-ORIGEN. Research emphasizes reactor analysis methods, numerical solver development, and inverse uncertainty quantification. Over 100 publications span topics like TRISO fuel performance, BWR instability, and hydrogen production integration with microreactors. He serves as Associate Editor for Nuclear Technology and actively engages in international benchmarks (e.g., BEAVRS, OECD/NEA).

Youssef Marzoukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Uncertainty Quantification
• Bayesian Computation
• Inverse Problems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Youssef Marzouk is a Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT, serving as co-director of the MIT Center for Computational Engineering and director of the Aerospace Computational Design Laboratory. His research focuses on integrating physical modeling with statistical inference, emphasizing Bayesian computation, uncertainty quantification, and optimal experimental design. He holds a SB, SM, and PhD from MIT and has been recognized with prestigious awards including the DOE Early Career Award and the Junior Bose Teaching Prize. Education: PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT SM in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT SB in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT Research Interests: Uncertainty Quantification techniques for complex systems Bayesian computational methods and inverse problem solutions Optimal experimental design strategies Interdisciplinary applications in geophysics, environmental science, and engineering Awards: 2022: Report to the President, Center for Computational Science and Engineering 2021: Bayesian Inference Software Framework (hIPPYlib-MUQ) 2012: MIT School of Engineering Junior Bose Award 2010: DOE Early Career Research Award Labs & Leadership: Aerospace Computational Design Laboratory (Director) MIT Center for Computational Engineering (Co-Director) Editorial Board roles: SIAM Journal on Scientific Computing, Advances in Computational Mathematics

Cory Simonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Bayesian Optimization
• Computational Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cory Simon serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering within Oregon State University's College of Engineering. His research integrates machine learning, optimization, and chemical engineering to advance materials discovery and environmental sensing systems. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from The University of Akron. Simon's work centers on Bayesian methodologies for scientific challenges, featuring: Bayesian optimization for adaptive materials synthesis Statistical inversion of physical systems with uncertainty quantification Computational design of nanoporous sensor arrays Stochastic algorithms for robotic environmental monitoring Recent publications demonstrate accelerating focus on multi-fidelity optimization for molecular design and atmospheric water harvesting, bridging chemical engineering with computational science through data-driven approaches. Leading The Simon Ensemble research group, Simon champions a versatile 'buffet-style' research philosophy—drawing from mathematics, statistical mechanics, and machine learning to address interdisciplinary problems across chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering.

• Sparse signal processing
• Signal processing for machine learning
• Wireless communications
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wei Dai is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He holds affiliations with the EPSRC Centre for Maths of Precision Healthcare and the Communications and Signal Processing group. His research focuses on sparse signal processing, machine learning applications in signal processing, linear and bilinear inverse problems, wireless communications, and random matrix theory. Notably, he contributed to the first compressive sensing DNA microarray prototype and has a highly cited 2009 paper on compressive sensing reconstruction. Dr. Dai's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder (2007) and postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2007-2010). His work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical applications in sensing, communication systems, and biomedical signal analysis. He leads research initiatives in gridless DOA estimation, robust beamforming, and cortico-muscular coupling analysis using advanced optimization techniques. His research outputs span topics like spectral compressed sensing, Bayesian methods for integrated sensing-communication systems, and dictionary learning for causal discovery. Ongoing work emphasizes low-rank matrix recovery, distributed compressed sensing, and mathematical frameworks for super-resolution localization. Dr. Dai collaborates across disciplines, leveraging signal processing innovations for healthcare technology and next-generation wireless systems.

Anirban Mondalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bayesian Inference
• Markov Chain Monte Carlo Methods
• Spatial Statistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anirban Mondal is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies at Case Western Reserve University's Department of Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, specializing in Bayesian Inference, Markov Chain Monte Carlo Methods, and Uncertainty Quantification. Holding a Ph.D. in Statistics from Texas A&M University, his research spans spatial statistics, inverse problems, and data mining applications across biomedical, materials science, and public health domains. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, Texas A&M University His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate interdisciplinary applications including heart disease prediction via optimized machine learning, additive manufacturing defect analysis, and pandemic transmission modeling. While primarily focused on Bayesian frameworks and computational statistics, his work extends to geomechanics, remote sensing, and environmental risk assessment. Current research explores advanced sampling algorithms, functional data emulation, and multiscale hierarchical modeling for complex systems. Key trends include uncertainty quantification in machine learning systems (2024), Bayesian calibration methods (2023), and pandemic modeling (2022). His work balances methodological innovation with real-world applications in medical diagnostics, materials science, and climate science. Contact: anirban.mondal@case.edu