جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Szabolcs Papمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Environmental Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Adsorption Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Szabolcs Pap is a Research Fellow at the Environmental Research Institute (ERI), University of the Highlands and Islands, United Kingdom. He serves as a teaching assistant at the University of Novi Sad, Serbia, and maintains active collaborations across Europe. His work bridges laboratory innovation with industrial implementation, focusing on water treatment technologies and nutrient recovery. PhD in Environmental Engineering (University of Novi Sad, 2017) Current Affiliation : UHI ERI, Inverness, UK Previous Affiliations : University of Novi Sad (teaching/research roles since 2015) Research spans adsorption technology for emerging contaminants , biochar synthesis from waste biomass, phosphorus recovery from wastewater, and industrial-scale water treatment solutions . Key innovations include Fe-oxide biochar nanocomposites , nature-based coagulants , and scale-up systems for distillery effluent treatment. Recent publications focus on 2024-2025 advancements in Phosphate recovery using biosolids biochar Comparative substrate analysis in constructed wetlands Fe-rich adsorbents for arsenate removal Lifecycle assessments of bio-coagulant production Scientific accolades include Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards - Innovation of the Year (2023) UHI Business Competition - Best Culture and Environment Award (2025) UHI Staff and Student Enterprise Competition prize (2025) He supervises PhD students and contributes to knowledge exchange activities, particularly through the Phos4You (P4Y) project and collaborations with Celtic Renewables Ltd. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for clean water and climate action.

• Building Science
• Hygrothermal Modeling
• Building Envelope Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fitsum Tariku is Director of the Building Science Centre of Excellence and Canada Research Chair in Whole-Building Performance at BCIT. His research integrates hygrothermal modeling, building envelope systems, and energy efficiency optimization. Research Focus: Material property characterization, whole-building simulation, and sustainable design strategies for improved indoor environmental quality. Laboratories: Leads the Whole-Building Performance Research Lab investigating integrated heat-air-moisture transport.

• Biochemistry
• Biomedical Engineering
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dimithree Kahanda is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Arizona, specializing in interdisciplinary research at the interface of biochemistry, electrochemistry, and molecular biology. Their work focuses on developing DNA-based devices for real-time monitoring of anticancer drug activity, studying DNA repair mechanisms via helicase dynamics, and engineering protein switches for intracellular electron transfer regulation. Research interests include molecular diagnostics using electrochemical sensors, structural analysis of metalloproteins like ferredoxins, and enhancing DNA's electrical properties through chemical modifications. Kahanda's contributions involve creating innovative biosensor platforms for drug efficacy assessment and advancing our understanding of enzymatic processes critical to DNA repair and cellular metabolism. Key research trends in their publications emphasize: 1) Development of chip-based systems for high-throughput drug screening, 2) Structural-functional studies of metalloproteins in microbial systems, and 3) Engineering nucleic acid constructs with enhanced electronic properties for bioelectronic applications. Their work bridges fundamental biochemical studies with applied technologies for biomedical diagnostics. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided information. Grant activities and lab affiliations remain unspecified in the current data.

Avinash Manjula-Basavannaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Engineered Living Materials
• Synthetic Biology
• Materials Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Avinash Manjula-Basavanna is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Bioengineering at Northeastern University and a Visiting Scientist at Virginia Tech's Department of Biological Systems Engineering. His research focuses on Engineered Living Materials, merging synthetic biology, materials engineering, and sustainability to create self-regenerative, biodegradable, and scalable materials. He holds a PhD from Jawaharlal Nehru Center for Advanced Scientific Research (India) and completed postdoctoral work at Harvard and MIT. Key achievements include pioneering contributions to engineered living materials, highlighted by awards such as the MIT TR35 Innovator Under 35, NSF Idea Machine Grand Prize, and recognition in New York Times and Smithsonian Magazine . His work emphasizes bio-based solutions for environmental sustainability, including AquaPlastic and self-healing microbial inks for 3D printing. Media highlights include coverage of his living materials for construction applications and microbial ink technologies. He actively collaborates through programs like the Innovation Scholars In-Residence and MIT Engine’s Blueprint for Tough Tech Founders.

• Materials Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Nanocomposites
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Everson Kandare is a Senior Research Fellow in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. His research focuses on advanced composite materials, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials engineering, with emphasis on aerospace and fire safety applications. He leads projects in the Composite Materials Group and holds industry collaborations through the CRC for Advanced Composite Structures. Research Interests: Composite materials and nanocomposites (including graphene and metal alloys) High-temperature materials and thermal barrier coatings Biocomposites and mycelium-based fire-resistant materials Additive manufacturing for hybrid joints Recycled materials integration in composites Key Contributions: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters Developed novel fungal biomaterials and 3D-printed micro-pin reinforcements Recipient of awards including the 2012 Victoria Fellowship and SAMME Award Recent Article Trends: Focus on sustainable materials (e.g., waste rubber and glass composites) Innovations in fire-resistant composites and thermal barrier coatings Interfacial engineering for metal-composite joints Biomedical applications of auxetic biomaterials Awards & Recognition: Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellowship (2012–2014) American Institute of Chemists’ Outstanding Researcher Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Fellowship Advising & Grants: Supervising PhD/Masters projects on composites, fire safety, and additive manufacturing Industry partnerships with CRC for Advanced Composite Structures

Ding Wen Nic Baoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Computational Design
• Structural Engineering
• Robotic Fabrication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ding Wen 'Nic' Bao is a Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Architecture Technology Stream Coordinator at RMIT University's School of Architecture and Urban Design. He concurrently serves as a Visiting Professor in Civil Engineering at Shenzhen University and holds research positions at RMIT's Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials and Post-Carbon Research Centre. His academic affiliations include previous lecturing roles at the University of Melbourne, Monash University, and Tongji University. Education includes: PhD from RMIT University (Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials) Master of Architecture from University of Melbourne Bachelor of Architecture from RMIT University Exchange studies at Chinese University of Hong Kong and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya Bao's research integrates computational design, structural engineering, and digital fabrication through three primary domains: 1. Biomimetic Optimization : Developing bio-inspired structural systems using evolutionary algorithms 2. Digital Manufacturing : Advancing robotic fabrication and 3D printing for sustainable construction 3. Performance-Driven Design : Creating computational workflows for material-efficient architecture His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus, with recurring themes of topology optimization (applied in 73% of works), sustainable material innovation (67%), and bio-inspired computational strategies (53%). The research consistently bridges architectural design with structural engineering principles. Significant scientific awards include: 2023: A'Design Award, DigitalFUTURES Young Award, RMIT Research Excellence Award 2022: IAI Design Award 2021: Grand Prix Design Paris Gold, Muse Design Award, Young CAADRIA Award 2019-2020: First prizes in structural optimization competitions Bao supervises multiple research projects including ARC Advance Timber Hub initiatives, 3D-printed concrete systems, and solar-integrated building components. He leads the FormX Research Lab, co-directs B.W Architects and Wonderform Studio, and partners with Ameba Institute of Engineering Structure Optimisation.

Markus Buehlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinspired materials
• Generative AI
• Multiscale materials modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Markus Buehler is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on bioinspired materials, generative AI, and multiscale materials modeling. He integrates principles from biology, engineering, and computation to address sustainability and material innovation challenges. Research interests include generative AI applications in materials design, protein mechanics, and nanotechnology. He develops frameworks like MechGPT and MechAgents to solve mechanics problems and accelerate discovery through multi-agent systems. His work also explores bio-inspired composites, such as spider silk and diatom-inspired structures, alongside sustainable solutions for energy storage and construction materials. Dr. Buehler has received the Foresight Institute Feynman Prize for nanotechnology advancements. His collaborative projects span industry and educational outreach, including a study on basalt fibers with MIT and JEOL USA. He emphasizes computationally driven approaches to bridge molecular and macroscopic scales, enhancing the design of adaptive and functional materials. His research teams, including SciAgents and ProtAgents , combine AI with physics-based models to advance protein discovery and materials informatics. These efforts aim to create robust, hybrid-living materials and improve fracture mechanics predictions through deep learning.

• Building Information Modeling
• Sustainable Architecture
• Microclimate Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mehrnoush Latifi Khorasgani is a Senior Lecturer and Course Director of the Bachelor of Design (Architecture) at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Design and Architecture. Her multidisciplinary research integrates BIM, sustainability, microclimate design, and digital fabrication, with a focus on human perception through VR/AR and bio-sensors. She leads the 'Smart Skins for Smarter Cities' research stream at the Smart Cities Research Institute. Her research develops performance-based design strategies that examine cross-sensory perception in architectural workflows, emphasizing microclimate design as a complex system. She has exhibited internationally at venues including the Venice Biennale and Melbourne Design Week. Awards: Dean's Emerging Leadership Award (2023) She currently supervises multiple PhD students exploring topics ranging from multisensory stimuli in indoor spaces to transformative AEC technologies and bio-based construction materials.

• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lily Li is an ARC Future Fellow in the School of Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the Centre of Smart Infrastructure and Digital Construction (CSIDC). Her research focuses on sustainable infrastructure materials, water treatment technologies, and composite materials, with a particular emphasis on eco-friendly binders, cement durability, and biomimetic processes. She holds a PhD from the National University of Singapore and has conducted postdoctoral research at Monash University and Hyflux. Dr. Li leads multiple ARC-funded projects, including the ARC Research Hub for Future Digital Manufacturing and a grant on controlled calcium release in biowaste polymer binders. Her work addresses challenges in carbon sequestration, wastewater treatment, and low-carbon construction materials. Awards include the ARC Future Fellowship (2021–2025) and Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellowship (Women in STEM). She supervises doctoral and master’s students in areas like urban stormwater systems, anaerobic co-digestion of waste, and microbial community studies. Key collaborations involve the Department of Defence (Australia) and international partners. Research Highlights: Developed novel antifouling membranes and low-cost grouting materials. Advanced biomimetic calcium carbonate binders and nano-TiO2-reinforced cements. Investigated freeze-thaw damage in concrete and photocatalytic cement mortars. Awards: ARC Future Fellow (2021–2025) Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellow (Women in STEM) Grants: Australian Research Council (ARC) grants totaling over AUD 5 million. Defense Department contracts for bio-inspired coatings and marine materials.

• Polymer Chemistry
• Catalytic Processes
• Chemically Recyclable Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lianqian Wu is a Professor in the Department of Polymer Chemistry at ETH Zürich, specializing in advanced polymer chemistry and catalytic processes. Their research focuses on developing chemically recyclable materials, sustainable polymers, and asymmetric catalytic methods. They hold a professorship in Polymer Chemistry and are affiliated with the Materials Department at ETH Zürich. Research interests include polymerization mechanisms (e.g., living radical and cationic processes), bio-inspired materials, and the design of catalytic systems for recyclable polymers. Their work emphasizes structural precision and sustainability in polymer design. Recent studies explore anhydrosugars, levoglucosenone-based copolymers, and hydrogen-bonded frameworks for functional applications. Advancing asymmetric radical reactions, Dr. Wu has contributed to enantioselective methods for constructing complex molecules, including tertiary carbon functionalization and quaternary all-carbon centers. Articles span from 2017 to 2025, reflecting a decade of innovation in polymer chemistry and catalysis. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though their prolific publication record highlights significant contributions to the field. Advising details and lab affiliations are not provided in the text.

Maria Balouktsiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Sustainable Building Design
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Balouktsi is a postdoctoral researcher at Aalborg University's Department of the Built Environment, within the Faculty of Engineering and Science. Her work focuses on sustainability in the built environment through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies. Key projects: IEA EBC Annex 89 (net-zero whole life carbon buildings), Nordic harmonization of LCA methods Specializations: Greenhouse gas emissions, embodied carbon, carbon storage in wood products Recent research explores decarbonization of building stocks and harmonized carbon limit values across Nordic countries. She contributes to regulatory frameworks for sustainable construction and participates in international conferences like WSBE and CESB. Scientific awards include Best Paper Awards at CESB16 (2016), SBE19 (2019), and the 2022 Applied Energy Highly Cited Paper Award. Active in 85th LCA Discussion Forum Member of Central Europe Towards Sustainable Building (CESB25) Participant in World Sustainable Built Environment Conference (WSBE 2024)

Constanze Hirtمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Circularity in Architecture
• Climate Adaptation in Design
• Sustainable Building Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Constanze Hirt is a Lecturer and researcher at Umeå School of Architecture (Umeå University), Sweden. Her work bridges architectural theory and practice, focusing on circular design, climate adaptation, and sustainable materials. She holds a Master's from the Berlage Institute (Rotterdam) and taught at TU Munich's School of Engineering and Design for 14 years. Currently, she leads the 'Designing Cycles at 64°' project, exploring subarctic architecture using regional and recycled materials. Education: Bachelor's in Architecture, University of Applied Sciences Munich, Germany Master's in Architecture, Berlage Institute, Rotterdam, Netherlands Research Interests: Holistic design processes, self-sufficient living systems, low-tech architecture from waste (e.g., textiles), and structural innovation in subarctic environments. Her work emphasizes closing material loops and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. Research Projects: Designing Cycles at 64° (2021–): Focuses on greenhouse extensions and envelopes using regional resources and reused materials in subarctic climates. Bauhaus Goes North (2024–): Explores bio-based waste and natural fibers for living facades. Healing Wounds (2024): Investigates bio-based materials for urban regeneration. Teaching: Leads the bachelor studio 'CLOSING LOOPS' and contributes to building technology education. Integrates practical construction knowledge with theoretical research.

• Polymer Rheology
• Plastic Recycling
• Biobased Polymers
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ilari Jönkkäri is a University Lecturer in Materials Science and Environmental Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Tampere University. His teaching focuses on polymeric materials, polymer rheology, and plastic processing techniques. His research emphasizes recycling of plastics, biobased polymers, and magnetorheological fluids. He has authored over 25 publications since 2007, with recent work addressing bio-based packaging solutions, sustainable railway sleeper materials, and rheological properties of advanced fluids. Research Interests : - Development of bio-based and recycled polymer materials for sustainable applications. - Study of magnetorheological fluids for smart material systems. - Optimization of polymer processing techniques for industrial applications. - Analysis of material microstructure and rheological behavior. - Exploring natural polymers (e.g., potato fruit juice) for high-barrier packaging solutions. Recent Trends in Publications : Recent work highlights a strong focus on bio-based materials (e.g., polyhydroxyalkanoates, potato-derived polymers) and their applications in packaging. Concurrently, he continues foundational research on magnetorheological fluids' constitutive models and temperature effects. His 2024 studies demonstrate innovative uses of recycled plastics in construction materials and advanced coating technologies. Advising & Grants : While specific grants are not listed, his extensive publication record indicates active participation in collaborative research projects. No advisees are explicitly mentioned in available materials. Labs/Teams : Affiliated with Tampere University's Materials Science and Environmental Engineering department labs, though specific lab names are not detailed in the provided texts.

Rigoberto Advinculaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Advanced Materials
• Polymers
• Nanomaterials
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rigoberto Advincula is the Governor’s Chair Professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), holding appointments in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Mechanical, Aerospace, and Biomedical Engineering within the Tickle College of Engineering. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Case Western Reserve University. Education : Ph.D. in Chemistry (University of Florida, 1994), B.S. in Chemistry (University of the Philippines, 1987). Postdoctoral research at Stanford University (1996–1997) and Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (1995–1996). Research Interests : Design and characterization of polymers and nanomaterials for controlled assembly, nanostructuring, and self-organization. Focus areas include smart coatings, stimuli-responsive materials, conducting polymers, 3D printing, biomaterials, and energy-related applications. His group employs advanced spectroscopy and microscopy to study material properties at interfaces. Publications : Recent work emphasizes 3D-printed functional composites, sustainable polymers, and AI-driven material design. Key themes include additive manufacturing innovations, corrosion-resistant coatings, and dynamic materials for energy and biomedical applications. Awards : Fellow of National Academy of Inventors, International Prize (Japan Polymer Society), ACS Fellowships (ACS, PMSE, Polymer Chemistry), and election to the National Academy of Science and Technology (Philippines). Leadership : Led DOE-funded projects, including a fiber composite initiative. Served as Editor-in-Chief of MRS Communications and Chair of ACS’s Polymer Chemistry Division. Labs/Teams : Leads ORNL’s Macromolecular Nanomaterials Group in the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences. Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving nanotechnology, additive manufacturing, and AI integration.

• Bioprocess Engineering
• Enzyme Technology
• Microbial Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lu-Kwang Ju is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemical, Biomolecular, and Corrosion Engineering at the University of Akron's College of Engineering and Polymer Science. He served as Department Chair from 2005 to 2013 and holds a Fellow status in the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). His expertise spans bioprocess engineering, microbial technology, and corrosion science. Education: Ph.D. (1988), M.S. (1985) in Chemical Engineering from SUNY Buffalo; B.S. (1980) in Chemical Engineering from National Taiwan University. Prior to UA, he worked at Biochem Technology as a senior research engineer. Research focuses on biocatalyst development (e.g., fungal spores for self-healing concrete), biosurfactants (rhamnolipids), soy-based biorefinery systems, and corrosion mechanisms. Key innovations include enzyme-based soy processing methods, microbial concretes, and algal biomass utilization from wastewater. Notable contributions include over 100 patents/papers on bio-based materials, corrosion mitigation, and sustainable bioprocessing. His work integrates biotechnology with engineering to address environmental challenges.