جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Adrian Rangaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organoid Engineering
• Microfluidics
• Stem Cell Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adrian Ranga is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering within KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Science . He leads research at the BioMechanics (BMe) section, with affiliations to multiple institutes including the KU Leuven Institute of Physics-based Modeling for In Silico Health , Brain Institute , and Institute for Single Cell Omics . His work focuses on organoid engineering , mechanical force manipulation , and vascularization technologies using microfluidic devices . Key Research Areas: Vascular and neural organoid development Microfluidic cell culture systems Mechanotransduction mechanisms Stem cell-based tissue engineering Recent Publications (2025–2024) demonstrate expertise in 3D bioprinting , force-mediated angiogenesis , and comparative neurodevelopment across species. His patent applications include discrete cell culture microenvironments and photopolymerized devices . Collaborative projects span the Interreg Biomat-on-Chip Consortium and FWO-funded initiatives .

Mario Pronkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Wastewater Treatment
• Microbial Ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mario Pronk is a principal investigator (Researcher) at the Faculty of Applied Sciences , Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) , specializing in Environmental Biotechnology within the Biotechnology department. Active in Wastewater Treatment and Microbial Ecology research Developed the Nereda sustainable technology for aerobic granular biomass applications Focus on sludge aggregation , biofilm dynamics , and microbial community analysis His research includes metatranscriptomics to study microbial functionality and patent development for continuous flow reactor systems. Awards include a 2014 prize for his contributions to Nereda technology.

Sandhya Moiseمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cell Therapy Manufacturing
• Bioreactor Design
• Regenerative Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sandhya Moise is a Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath, with a focus on bioengineering and biomedical technologies. She contributes to the Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio) and maintains an active research program in cell therapy manufacturing systems. PhD , Biomedical Engineering, Keele University (2016) Her research interests center on: Economically efficient bioreactor systems for cell culture Production of red blood cells from immortalized cell lines (BELA cells) Extracellular vesicle manufacturing for regenerative medicine Biomaterials development for tissue engineering applications Lab-on-chip diagnostic tools for gynaecological cancers Green manufacturing approaches in biomedical engineering Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Hydrogel scaffold development (2025) Fibrous scaffold electrospinning (2025) Fluidised bed bioreactor design (2023, 2025) Immunosuppressive cell therapy systems (2022) Nanoparticle-based diagnostic sensors (2022) Current projects include: EPSRC IAA bioreactor development for therapeutic cells (2024-2025) Cancer Research UK diagnostic module projects (2021-2022) BioMed 4.0 manufacturing in hospital systems (2021-2025) She actively supervises doctoral students and collaborates across disciplines in biomedical engineering, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advanced manufacturing research.

Sung Kyu Maengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Water Treatment Systems
• Managed Aquifer Recharge
• Bank Filtration
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sung Kyu Maeng is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Sejong University's College of Engineering, leading the Natural Water Treatment Laboratory. His research focuses on advanced water treatment systems and environmental sustainability. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Delft University of Technology (2010) M.S. in Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1997) B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1995) Professor Maeng's research centers on natural treatment systems including managed aquifer recharge, bank filtration, and artificial recharge for drinking water. He investigates biostability of drinking water in distribution systems and the fate of trace organic contaminants and pharmaceuticals during treatment processes. His work integrates advanced oxidation, membrane technologies, and biological processes to address emerging contaminants and ensure water safety. His publication record shows consistent output with 111 research items including 103 articles, demonstrating expertise in water quality characterization, organic matter analysis, and contaminant removal. Recent work emphasizes antibiotic removal, microplastic impacts, and advanced monitoring techniques for drinking water systems. Professor Maeng actively collaborates with environmental companies and national research institutes on national water security challenges. He leads the Natural Water Treatment Laboratory (Chung 720), conducting research on riverbank filtration technology and natural water treatment systems. His professional service includes membership in the International Water Association, Korean Society of Environmental Engineers, and Korean Society of Water and Wastewater. He has supervised numerous research projects translating laboratory findings to practical water treatment applications.

Alain van Milمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Regenerative Medicine
• Stem Cells
• Cardiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alain van Mil is an Assistant Professor at the University Medical Center Utrecht affiliated with the Regenerative Medicine Center Utrecht , specializing in the Experimental Cardiology department. His research focuses on regenerative approaches for heart disease, leveraging induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for cardiac regeneration, disease modeling, and biofabrication of cardiac tissues. Key Research Areas : Regenerative Medicine, Stem Cells, Cardiology, Molecular Biology, Disease Modeling. Institutional Affiliations : University Medical Center Utrecht, Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute (postdoctoral). Recent Publications (2024–2025) emphasize iPSC applications in cardiac disease modeling, 3D tissue engineering, and metabolic interactions in viral infections. His work intersects Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells and Circulatory Health strategic programs. Laboratory & Facilities : Established an iPSC facility for generating cardiac cells critical to his research. Leads a team developing regenerative treatments for heart failure and therapeutic targets for cardiac diseases.

Yuan Wangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Membrane and Separation Technologies
• Wastewater Treatment Processes
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuan Wang is a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of New South Wales (UNSW), with expertise in membrane processes for water and wastewater treatment. She is also affiliated with the UNSW Torch Innovation Precinct and serves as Head of this innovation hub. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from UNSW (2010) Graduate Certificate of Research Management and Commercialisation from UNSW (2009) B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering from Tianjin University, China (2001) Dr. Wang's research focuses on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) applications in membrane processes, with particular emphasis on membrane bioreactors, membrane distillation, aeration systems optimization, and porous media models. Her work spans fundamental research on membrane processes to practical applications for water treatment and resource recovery. Her publication record shows a strong trend toward practical applications of membrane technology for water treatment, with increasing focus on energy efficiency, resource recovery, and addressing water challenges in remote communities. Her research bridges chemical engineering principles with environmental applications, particularly in membrane technology development and optimization. Dr. Wang has received several prestigious awards: World Association of Industrial and Technological Research Organizations (WAITRO) Innovation Award (2020) PIEoneer Awards for Public/Private Partnership of the Year (2018) UNSW President Award on 'Building Collaboration' (2017) Peter Farrell Challenge Cup, 2nd place (2009) Commercialisation Training Scheme Scholarships (2009) She has secured significant research funding from diverse sources including China Coal Technology Engineering Group, Beijing Origin Water Technology, ARC, Tata Trust, and Sydney Water. Her grants primarily focus on optimizing water treatment processes, membrane technology development, and groundwater treatment solutions for remote communities. Dr. Wang is an active member of professional organizations including the International Water Association (IWA) and the Membrane Society of Australasia (MSA), contributing to the advancement of water treatment technologies globally.

Martial Bankoue Ntateمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bone Tissue Engineering
• Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs)
• Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells (HUVECs)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martial Bankoue Ntate is a researcher specializing in Bone Tissue Engineering , focusing on the development and analysis of Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) and Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells (HUVECs) in dynamic Perfusion Bioreactors using Hydrogel Scaffolds . Their work explores the interplay between hydrodynamics, biochemical transport, and cellular behavior. Primary research areas: Bone regeneration, co-culture systems, hydrogel design Key methodologies: Computational modeling, 3D cell culture analysis, fluid dynamics Their recent publications (2024) demonstrate expertise in creating digital twins for bioreactor systems and optimizing MSCs/HUVECs interactions for tissue development. Collaborations include scientists like Soukaina El Hajj , Joëlle Amédée , and Didier Letourneur , suggesting institutional partnerships. Research trends highlight hydrodynamics as a critical factor in shaping cellular microenvironments and improving tissue engineering outcomes . Publications address challenges in species transport modeling and spatial behavior of co-cultured spheroids. While no explicit awards or students are mentioned, their prolific output in high-impact areas like angiogenic vascularization and hydrogel scaffold optimization indicates active contributions to biomedical engineering.

• Tissue Engineering
• Biomechanics
• 3D Printing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

V. Trikalitis is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Twente's Faculty of Engineering Technology, Department of Biomechanical Engineering, affiliated with the Neuromuscular Robotics group (ET-BE-NR) and TechMed Centre. He currently works in Massimo Sartori's Neuromechanical Modelling & Engineering Lab on the ROBOREACTOR project, developing robotic bioreactors for skeletal muscle rehabilitation through muscle-robot fusion. His research integrates Tissue Engineering, Biomechanics, and 3D Printing with deep expertise in hydrogel chemistry, growth factors (particularly Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor), vascularization, and granular materials. This interdisciplinary work bridges biochemistry, molecular biology, and robotics to create biomimetic solutions for human physiology. Prior academic roles include PhD studies and researcher position at the Vascularization Lab under Prof. J. Rouwkema, and research at Fraunhofer's Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainable products & Energy systems (AMSPES) lab with Prof. I. Gibson and Prof. C. Goulas. He also has 7 years of industry experience as Product Developer Specialist at IamFluidics B.V., commercializing dissolvable cell carriers from concept to market.

Alexandra Tucaliucمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fermentation Processes
• Bioseparation Processes
• Bioreactor Performance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexandra Tucaliuc serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Food Technologies within the Faculty of Agriculture at Iasi University of Life Sciences (IULS) in Iași, Romania. Her academic responsibilities include teaching courses on food processing equipment, unit operations for food engineering, experimental techniques in agri-food products engineering, and operation of technological equipment under food safety conditions. She is actively engaged in both undergraduate and graduate instruction across multiple programs including Food Engineering, Agronomy, and Biology specializations. Her research program centers on fermentation processes for organic compounds production with applications spanning food engineering, biotechnology, and chemical engineering. Key focus areas include bioseparation processes (reactive extraction, pertraction, and direct extraction from fermentation broths), bioreactor performance optimization in biotechnological systems, and physico-chemical food analysis. These investigations contribute to sustainable food processing technologies and advanced biotechnological applications in agri-food systems. Dr. Tucaliuc contributes to diverse academic programs including Bachelor's degrees in Agriculture and Food Engineering, Master's specializations in Technologies for Organic Farming and Food Safety, and Doctoral studies in Agronomy. Her work bridges theoretical principles with practical applications in food technology and bioprocess engineering.

Chris Kinsleyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
• Constructed Wetlands
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chris Kinsley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa, specializing in environmental engineering with a focus on wastewater treatment technologies, constructed wetlands, and bioremediation strategies. His research emphasizes sustainable water management solutions, particularly in cold climates, addressing challenges such as nutrient removal, anaerobic digestion optimization, and innovative treatment systems for agricultural and industrial wastewater. Education: Ph.D., University of Ottawa (2016) M.Eng., McGill University (1998) B.Eng., McGill University (1995) Research Interests: Dr. Kinsley’s work focuses on advancing wastewater treatment technologies in cold environments, including microbial fuel cells, constructed wetlands for oil industry effluent, and anaerobic digestion of agricultural wastes. He investigates nutrient recovery, cold climate lagoon upgrades, and bioelectrochemical systems for sustainable energy production. His projects often integrate interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world challenges in water quality and environmental sustainability. Grants & Advising: While specific grants or student advisees are not detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record indicates active engagement with research initiatives and collaborations in environmental engineering. Labs & Teams: His research aligns with the University of Ottawa’s environmental engineering group, focusing on cold climate solutions for water and wastewater treatment, with applications in dairy farming, industrial waste management, and sustainable infrastructure.

Steve Slocombeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Plant and Algal Biotechnology
• Marine Biology
• Lipids and Secondary Products
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steve Slocombe is a Lecturer in Biosciences at Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. His primary research focuses on microalgal biotechnology, particularly in waste remediation, bioenergy, and natural product development. He is affiliated with the School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics, contributing to both teaching and research activities. Dr. Slocombe teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Cellular & Microbial Biology (BIO104) and Natural Products Biotechnology (BIO343). His expertise spans plant and algal biotechnology, marine biology, lipid metabolism, algal physiology, photosynthesis, and bioinformatics. His research has been supported by grants such as the £204,032.69 'VISION WITHOUT MOTION (VISMO)' project investigating non-motile algae eyespots and the 'EMPR' PhD studentship exploring phosphate remediation mechanisms in microalgae. He supervises PhD students, including current research on phosphate regulation in microalgae. Dr. Slocombe has co-edited a book on microalgal production and authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles. His work bridges fundamental biology with applied biotechnology, addressing global challenges in sustainability and resource efficiency.

Tjeerd V. olde Scheperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dynamic Systems
• Neurocomputation
• Biological Systems Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tjeerd V. olde Scheper is a Professor and Research Lead in Computing at the School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics, Oxford Brookes University. He specializes in Dynamic Systems and Neurocomputation, focusing on biological problem-solving mechanisms and their applications in engineering, health, and medical fields. His notable contributions include the Rate Control of Chaos (patented) for stabilizing complex systems and Criticality Analysis for machine learning and biological data analysis. He leads the UG Computing Programmes and supervises PhD/MSc students in biomodelling and AI. Education: Holds MSc and PhD degrees in relevant disciplines (details unspecified). Active in research grants including DASA (£90k, 2020), Newton Fund (£97k, 2018), and multiple HEIF grants. Collaborates with institutions globally through projects like CARDIGAN (diabetic gait analysis) and [SENTIENT] (intelligent decision support). Research interests span bio-inspired control systems, nonlinear dynamics, and AI applications in healthcare. His work bridges computational models with real-world challenges in robotics, biomedical engineering, and environmental control (e.g., wind turbines, combustion engines). He contributes to interdisciplinary groups like CAVEPET, VAIL, and the Machine Learning & Robotics Group. Grants/Awards: Secured £90k+ from DASA and £97k+ from the Newton Fund. HEIF grants for wind turbine and engine control projects (2011–2012). Member of AAAS, IEEE, and neuroscientific societies. Consultancy roles include workshops on AI for diabetes and neural networks. Advising & Labs: Supervised Salman Khan (2023). Affiliated with CAICS, MOReS, DASOBU, and AIDAS. Leads projects like Map-to-Human Research Roadmap (NASA-funded, 2024–2026), emphasizing applied AI and movement science.

Valentin Beyerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Polymer Science
• Polymer Processing
• Semicrystalline Polymer Materials
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Valentin Beyer is a Tenure Track Research Fellow at the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME), Aston University. Previously, he held roles as a Research Associate at KU Leuven and a Research Fellow at the University of Warwick. His research focuses on polymer science, processing of semicrystalline materials, and biodegradable polyesters. Education: PhD in Polymer Science from Queen Mary University of London (2020), MSc in Chemical Biology from Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (2016). He is a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Research interests include advanced polymer synthesis, sustainable materials, and applications in environmental biotechnology. Recent work explores flocculation techniques for microalgae harvesting and novel polymer characterization methods using NMR spectroscopy.

Shujie Yangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Acoustofluidics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Microfluidics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Shujie Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics . Their research focuses on acoustofluidics , integrating acoustic wave technologies with micro/nanofluidics for biomedical and engineering applications. Key areas include particle/cell manipulation, lab-on-a-chip systems, and diagnostic tools for exosome-based liquid biopsies. Dr. Yang develops innovative devices such as acoustic tweezers, picoinjectors, and automated plasma separators. Their work bridges mechanical engineering with biomedicine, addressing challenges in tissue engineering, single-cell analysis, and virus isolation. Recent breakthroughs include topological acoustofluidics and aerosol-jet-printed microfluidic components. Publications span Advanced Science , Lab on a Chip , and other top journals, with a focus on scalable, low-cost technologies for healthcare and materials science. Their research emphasizes practical applications like point-of-care diagnostics and biomanufacturing.

Owen Duckworthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Biogeochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Microbial Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Owen Duckworth is a Professor and Director of Soil Science Graduate Programs at North Carolina State University's Department of Crop and Soil Sciences. His research focuses on soil and environmental biogeochemistry, particularly microbial-driven nutrient/contaminant cycling in ecosystems. He integrates traditional and advanced techniques to study biogeochemical processes across scales, emphasizing aqueous reactions and microbial exudates' roles. Research emphasizes phosphorus management, heavy metal dynamics, PFAS contamination, and bioremediation strategies. Recent work addresses agricultural phosphorus overapplication, compost amendment effects on contaminants, and fungal interactions with metal uptake. Duckworth leads initiatives to improve global-local phosphorus system resilience and designs biotechnology solutions for sustainable resource cycles. His publications span environmental chemistry journals and address interdisciplinary challenges in soil health, water quality, and pollution mitigation. Duckworth collaborates on educational outreach programs like the BESST REU to promote soil science engagement. Current projects include manganese-oxidizing fungi for e-waste recovery and geologic predictors of well contamination risks in North Carolina.