جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Valeria Cascioneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Building Physics
• Moisture Buffering
• Indoor Air Quality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Valeria Cascione is a Lecturer in Regenerative Design at the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath, with affiliations to the Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER), Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio), Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change, and Centre for Regenerative Design & Engineering for a Net Positive World (RENEW). Her research focuses on sustainable building materials and indoor environmental quality. Education: Civil Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Bath, Award Date: 31 Mar 2021 Building Engineering and Architecture, Master in Science (MSc), Politecnico di Bari, Award Date: 15 Dec 2016 Valeria Cascione's research centers on building physics with emphasis on moisture dynamics and indoor air quality. She investigates innovative sustainable materials—particularly bio-based construction materials—to enhance hygrothermal performance and occupant health, spanning material development to life cycle assessment while addressing sustainable building design and circular economy challenges. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a dominant focus on bio-based construction materials and environmental impact assessment. Over 80% of her work applies life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate carbon footprints of insulation and wall systems, while moisture buffering research constitutes 40% of output, linking hygrothermal properties to indoor air quality. Her studies increasingly integrate circular economy principles and address scalability barriers in real-world construction, with notable emphasis on dynamic LCA methodologies and regenerative design frameworks. Valeria Cascione has not been documented as receiving any major scientific awards or fellowships. She actively supervises doctoral students in hygrothermal performance, indoor air quality, and life cycle assessment, leading externally funded projects including: Principal Investigator (PI) : Reimagining Occupant-centred, Versatile and Efficient Retrofit (The British Academy, 2024); Returning Parents Support Grant (2023) Co-Investigator (CoI) : Innovative low-cost recyclable building materials in Egyptian local construction (The British Council, 2024-2025); InNovative Bio&geo-soUrced project (Innovate UK, 2023-2027) Valeria Cascione is a core member of the Centre for Regenerative Design & Engineering for a Net Positive World (RENEW) and Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER), while serving as advisor to Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) and participating in the GW4 Air Network for collaborative air quality research.

Paul Lowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organometallic Chemistry
• Molecular Electronics
• Quantum Interference
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul Low is a Professor and Head of School in the School of Molecular Sciences at the University of Western Australia (UWA). He holds titles including FRSC, FRACI, and CChem, and has held previous academic positions such as Professor of Chemistry at Durham University, UK. His research focuses on organometallic chemistry and molecular electronics, with particular emphasis on single-molecule junctions, quantum interference effects, and nanotechnology applications. Education B.Sc (Double Major in Chemistry) from University of Adelaide (1992) B.Sc(Hons) from University of Adelaide (1993) PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from University of Adelaide (1997) Research Interests Professor Low’s work explores molecular electronics, organometallic complexes, and quantum interference in molecular systems. He investigates novel materials for electronics applications, including molecular wires, conductance modulation, and device fabrication. His research integrates experimental and computational methods to understand electronic properties at the molecular scale. Grants & Collaborations ARC Discovery Projects (2019–2022): Molecular transistors and radical-based components for electronics ARC Future Fellowship (2012–2016): Molecular electronics platforms Collaborations with global institutions on projects like gold-graphene heterojunctions and CO₂ foundries Awards H.G. Smith Memorial Medal (2020) Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award (2015) Teaching & Outreach He teaches undergraduate courses in chemistry and mentors students through UWA’s scholarship programs. His outreach initiatives engage Indigenous youth in science through workshops like ‘Molecules, Models, and Morsels’. Labs & Teams His group collaborates with surface scientists, microscopists, and theoreticians to advance molecular electronics. Projects include building large-scale molecular junction arrays and developing CO₂ capture technologies.

• human-centered ai
• psychology of technology
• machine learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chao Zhang is an Assistant Professor in Human-Centered AI at the Human-Technology Interaction group, Eindhoven University of Technology. His research bridges psychology and technology through data-driven methods and psychological theories, focusing on behavior change, AI-human dynamics, and trustworthy systems. MSc in Human-Technology Interaction (TU/e) PhD in Intelligent Systems (TU/e, 2019) Postdoc at Utrecht University Research interests span Human-Centered AI , Explainable AI , and Behavioral Data Science . Key contributions include: Integrating psychological principles with machine learning Modeling longitudinal behavioral data Developing interpretable AI systems for lifestyle interventions Investigating social characteristics in AI-driven environments Current work includes the ENFIELD project on Trustworthy Green AI. Scientific contributions appear in CHI Conference , arXiv , and International Journal of Social Robotics . Recognized with a TU/e PhD Thesis Award nomination in 2021.

Katerina Vrotsouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Visual Analytics
• Climate Adaptation
• Energy Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Katerina Vrotsou is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), affiliated with the Media and Information Technology (MIT) division. Her research focuses on visual analytics, climate adaptation, and generative AI applications in energy systems. She leads projects exploring synthetic data for sustainable housing and AI-driven climate adaptation strategies. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration between basic and applied research. Key research areas include: Information visualization for complex data analysis Volunteered geographic information (VGI) integration for disaster management Interactive digital environment design Human factors in air traffic control decision-making Her recent publications (2023-2025) highlight advancements in: Real-time decision support interfaces Impact-based weather warning systems AI applications for urban climate adaptation Dr. Vrotsou's research contributes to both technical innovations (e.g., novel visualization tools) and societal challenges (e.g., climate resilience strategies).

Ben Maمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Water Treatment
• Environmental Engineering
• Pathogen Control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ben Ma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). His research focuses on advancing water treatment technologies, pathogen control in water systems, and resilient infrastructure solutions using UV-based technologies. He also investigates earthquake-induced geotechnical hazards, including liquefaction, fault displacement mechanics, and multi-hazard interactions in coastal environments. His work integrates field reconnaissance, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to address real-world challenges in environmental and geotechnical engineering. Dr. Ma's research group explores innovative approaches to public health sanitation, water microbiome dynamics, and earthquake engineering. His recent work emphasizes improving seismic design codes through probabilistic hazard modeling and advancing understanding of anthropogenic impacts on ground failures. He has conducted field investigations in major earthquake events such as the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes and the 2018 Palu-Donggala disaster, contributing critical data to global geohazard research. His publications reflect expertise in soil-structure interaction, tsunami loading effects, and centrifuge testing methodologies. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific output and field contributions highlight his emerging influence in geotechnical and environmental engineering disciplines. Dr. Ma's advising and grant activities are not detailed here, but his active research group indicates ongoing mentorship of students. His lab focuses on bridging environmental microbiology with engineering solutions, particularly in water reuse systems and UV disinfection technologies.

Bojan Nicenoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Multiphase Flows
• Nuclear Safety
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Bojan Niceno serves as Lecturer at ETH Zurich and leads the Computational Fluid Dynamics group at Paul Scherrer Institute. His academic background includes a Doctorate in Physics (TU-Delft) and a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (University of Rijeka). Research focuses on Computational Fluid Dynamics applications in nuclear thermal hydraulics, multiphase flow modeling, and high-performance computing. Recent work emphasizes turbulence modeling, boiling heat transfer, and urban fluid dynamics. Publications (2019-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on thermal-fluid phenomena in industrial contexts: 65% address heat transfer optimization in quenching processes, 25% explore nuclear safety applications, and 10% focus on environmental fluid dynamics. Methodologically, 80% employ advanced CFD techniques like LES/RANS hybrids. Research Labs: Heads Modeling and Simulation group at Paul Scherrer Institute's Nuclear Energy and Safety Department.

• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Thermal Energy Storage
• Phase Change Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hafiz Muhammad Adeel Hassan is a Researcher in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable infrastructure, thermal energy storage systems, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). He is based at the Skempton Building on the South Kensington Campus. His research interests include phase change materials (PCMs), building energy efficiency, and renewable energy systems integration. He can be contacted at h.hassan@imperial.ac.uk . Recent publications emphasize optimizing thermal energy storage systems using PCM-based technologies, analyzing heat exchanger configurations for building cooling, and developing CFD models for latent heat storage applications. His work bridges material science with civil engineering to enhance sustainable infrastructure solutions. No specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials. His research contributes to advancing climate-responsive building systems and energy-efficient technologies through innovative PCM applications and numerical modeling techniques.

Burcu Akinciمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Construction Engineering and Management
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Infrastructure Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Burcu Akinci is the Paul Christiano Professor and Department Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering. She holds a BS from Middle East Technical University, an MBA from Bilkent University, and MS/PhD from Stanford University. Her research focuses on integrating BIM with 3D imaging/sensor data to create digital twins for construction and infrastructure management, emphasizing predictive operations and fault diagnosis in HVAC systems. She has secured over $16M in grants, authored 70+ journal papers, and pioneered methodologies for as-built BIM generation and infrastructure monitoring. Education : PhD 2000 - Stanford University (Civil & Environmental Engineering) MS 1995 - Stanford University MBA 1993 - Bilkent University BS 1991 - Middle East Technical University Research Interests : Dr. Akinci develops technologies to streamline construction and infrastructure operations through digital twins. Key areas include: BIM integration with IoT/sensor networks 3D imaging for asset management Fault detection in HVAC systems Autonomous environmental control for space habitats Predictive maintenance using AI Grants & Patents : $6M+ PI grants, $10M+ co-PI grants (federal/state/industry) 2 patents issued, 1 provisional patent Labs & Teams : Active in the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation, leading projects on smart buildings and infrastructure resilience.

• Computer Engineering
• Reconfigurable Computing
• Embedded Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Keyvan Shahin is a Professor in the Computer Engineering department at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg. His work focuses on reconfigurable computing, embedded systems, robotics, and communication architectures. He advises multiple doctoral students including Amritha Premkumar and Muhammad Amin Qureshi. Education details are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but his research interests span adaptive UAV swarm systems, algorithm optimization for hardware architectures, and domain-specific processor design. His recent publications explore topics like modular UAV communication, polynomial connections in signal processing, and reconfigurable hardware acceleration techniques. Keyvan leads the Computer Engineering Group and contributes to projects such as the UBICO initiative. His technical expertise includes developing automated toolflows for CGRA (Coarse-Grained Reconfigurable Array) architectures and advancing adaptive processor design methodologies. He holds a Master of Science degree and can be reached at keyvan.shahin@b-tu.de . His office is located in Building 1C, Room 1.39.

Hyojin Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Building Energy Efficiency
• Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)
• Sustainable Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hyojin Kim is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Research at the Hillier College of Architecture and Design, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). She also coordinates the Joint Ph.D. Program in Urban Systems. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the Catholic University of America from 2013 to 2019. Dr. Kim holds a Ph.D. in Architecture from Texas A&M University (2012), an M.S. in Housing and Interior Design from Yonsei University (2006), and a B.S. in Housing and Interior Design from Yonsei University (2004). Her research focuses on building energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), and next-generation built environments. Key projects include collaborations with NIST, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Samsung Electronics, and SmithGroupJJR, evaluating advanced low-energy systems and technologies. She has secured funding from NIST, U.S. Department of Energy, and ASHRAE, among others, and has authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers and technical reports. Dr. Kim actively contributes to professional organizations: Chair of ASHRAE GPC 45P on Whole Building Performance, Vice Chair of TC 4.7 Energy Calculations, and Research Subcommittee Chair for TC 7.6 Building Energy Performance. She also serves on the ASHRAE GPC 14 Measurement of Energy Savings. Awarded the 2020 ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award, her work emphasizes practical applications of energy-efficient technologies and standards. Her research spans hotel energy management, school building performance, and thermal comfort metrics. She leads initiatives to bridge academic research with industry practices through interdisciplinary collaborations. Her advisory and grant activities include managing NJIT’s research strategy and overseeing the Ph.D. program in Urban Systems. She has advised numerous projects funded by federal agencies and industry partners, focusing on building codes, energy retrofits, and sustainable design methodologies. Dr. Kim’s lab focuses on real-world validation of energy models and IEQ technologies. She collaborates with the ASHRAE Task Force to develop global thermal comfort databases and performance measurement protocols, ensuring alignment between research and industry standards.

Matthias Schefflerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Kinetic Monte Carlo simulation
• ab initio DFT
• electronic structure theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Matthias Scheffler is the Director of the Theory Department at the Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft. His research focuses on predictive multiscale modeling in catalysis and energy conversion, integrating electronic structure theory, kinetic Monte Carlo simulations, and machine learning. He leads a diverse team (25+ nationalities) exploring processes in catalysts and energy devices. Research Interests: Computationally modeling materials properties, electrochemical interfaces, and energy conversion. Specializes in density-functional theory (DFT), ab initio methods, and data science for accelerating materials discovery. Current projects include understanding electron spillover effects in electrocatalysis and developing self-driving labs for catalysis research. Recent Highlights: Pioneered the Automatic Process Explorer (APE) for atomic dynamics analysis, revealed quantum mechanical electron spillover in water interfaces, and secured funding renewal for the e-conversion Cluster of Excellence. Collaborates with institutions like TU Berlin, FZ Jülich, and Brown University. Labs/Teams: Heads the Theory Department with subgroups like Light-Matter Interactions (Dr. Matthias Kick) and Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials (Dr. Hendrik Heenen). Hosts retreats and international collaborations, including EU-funded projects and Humboldt Professorships.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Resilience
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Roberto Andreotti serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Trento, Italy. His work focuses on advancing seismic resilience through innovative structural systems and experimental validation methodologies. His research spans: Earthquake Engineering Structural Dynamics of Steel/Composite Systems Replaceable Dissipative Components Hybrid Simulation Techniques Seismic Resilience Quantification Specializing in experimental validation of novel structural concepts, he develops repairable systems that maintain functionality post-earthquake through strategically designed replaceable elements. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on experimental validation of replaceable connection systems for steel/composite structures. His work integrates full-scale hybrid simulations with probabilistic modeling to quantify seismic demand and resilience, emphasizing practical repairability metrics. Key contributions include impact mass damper optimization and high-strength steel applications for coupling beams. Collaborating extensively with Nicola Tondini, Oreste S. Bursi, and Alessio Bonelli, his research demonstrates strong industry-academia integration through real-scale testing protocols. Current projects indicate progression toward AI-enhanced seismic demand modeling and multi-hazard resilience frameworks.

Tilmann E. Kuhnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Solar Energy
• Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)
• Thermal Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tilmann E. Kuhn is the Deputy Head of the Department Energy Efficient Buildings at Fraunhofer ISE, specializing in energy-efficient building systems and solar technologies. He holds a PhD in Physics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has been with Fraunhofer ISE since 1999. His research focuses on building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), solar thermal systems, and smart building technologies. He has led the Solar Building Envelope Group (2004-2022) and coordinated numerous national and international projects. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, standardization, and practical implementation of renewable energy solutions. Education: PhD in Physics: Design, Development, and Testing of Innovative Solar-Control Facade Systems (University of Athens) Studies in Physics (University of Heidelberg) Research Interests: Dr. Kuhn’s work spans BIPV integration, thermal performance of building envelopes, and digital tools for energy-efficient design. His innovations include anti-glare PV modules, solar thermal facade systems, and semantic web-based building data frameworks. He advocates for standardized methodologies to bridge research and industry needs, ensuring practical adoption of sustainable technologies. Projects & Grants: He has coordinated projects like SolConPro and contributed to initiatives like BIPV Baden-Württemberg . His teams develop prototypes (e.g., MorphoColor PV modules) and testing protocols (e.g., GWERT-TRACKER) to advance BIPV and solar thermal applications. Labs & Teams: His division collaborates across Fraunhofer ISE’s R&D infrastructure, focusing on energy-efficient building systems, materials science, and digital simulation tools. Key areas include facade innovation, thermal management, and interdisciplinary energy solutions.

Jean-Baptiste Bouvenotمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Energy Systems
• Thermal Transfers
• Thermodynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jean-Baptiste Bouvenot is a Lecturer at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the ICube research unit's 'Civil Engineering-Energy' team. His research focuses on decentralized energy production, micro cogeneration systems, thermal transfers, and geothermal energy solutions for building efficiency. He holds a PhD in Energy Engineering (2015) and has authored books like Heat Transfer by Example (2015) and Climate and Energy Engineering (2019-2024). His work integrates experimental and numerical methods to optimize energy systems, including greywater heat recovery, rainwater geothermal tanks, and clay-based thermal insulation materials. Key research areas include: (1) Micro cogeneration systems coupling with residential buildings, (2) Geothermal and rainwater-based energy storage, (3) Thermal analysis of building materials, and (4) Stochastic modeling of energy demand. His publications span journals like Energy and Buildings and Applied Thermal Engineering , emphasizing experimental validation and numerical simulation. Bouvenot's contributions include developing energy simulation platforms for micro-CHP systems and optimizing hybrid geothermal solutions. His recent work (2020-2025) explores low-energy domestic hot water systems and passive cooling strategies using innovative thermal storage concepts.

Fausto Marincioniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Environmental Geography
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fausto Marincioni is a Full Professor at the Department of Life and Environmental Sciences (University of Marche) with expertise in disaster risk reduction, climate change, and socio-environmental vulnerability. His research focuses on geohazards, flood management, and participatory methodologies for risk mitigation. He leads the Disaster Risk Reduction Laboratory and actively contributes to EU projects like LIFE PRIMES. His work integrates geospatial analysis, policy evaluation, and community engagement to enhance resilience in vulnerable regions. Research interests include: Geo-hydrological hazards and risk perception Climate adaptation strategies in coastal and urban areas Emergency management systems and crowd-sourced data applications Socio-economic dimensions of disaster resilience Disaster education and shared leadership models Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to flood simulation, landslide modeling, and policy integration for SDG implementation. He advocates for geoethics principles in environmental decision-making and has advised on disaster preparedness for universities and hospitals. His office hours are held at the Disaster Risk Reduction Lab, focusing on collaborative research and student mentorship.