جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Atmospheric Dispersion
• Turbulent Flows
• Urban Environmental Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lionel Soulhac is a Professor at INSA Lyon and serves as the Deputy Director of the Laboratoire de Mécanique des Fluides et d’Acoustique (LMFA) . He leads the AIR team (Atmospheric and Industrial Research) and is affiliated with the École Centrale de Lyon . His academic focus lies in the Department of Fluid Mechanics, Acoustics, and Energy (MFAE). Dr. Soulhac’s research emphasizes urban atmospheric dispersion , turbulent flows in complex environments , and numerical modeling of pollutant transport . He has contributed to developing operational models like SIRANE and BUILD , which address air quality and emergency response scenarios in urban and industrial settings. Teaching responsibilities include courses on fluid mechanics, environmental engineering, and pollution dynamics at École Centrale de Lyon and the University of Lyon. Research highlights include studies on concentration fluctuations , vegetation effects in urban canopies , and inverse modeling for source characterization . His work integrates experimental wind tunnel studies and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to assess dispersion patterns and urban microclimates. Recent projects, such as the DIPLOS initiative, focus on pollutant dispersion in street networks and risk assessment methodologies. His contributions bridge academic research with practical applications in environmental safety and urban planning.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR)
• User Experience (UX)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vassilis Charisis is a Professor of Creative Technologies and Associate Dean of Research and Innovation at the School of Arts and Creative Industries, Edinburgh Napier University . He holds a PhD and MPhil in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and VR/AR from the University of Glasgow and serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of Nicosia (Cyprus) and University of West Attica (Greece). Former roles include Professor of HCI and VR/AR at Glasgow Caledonian University Founder and Director of VRS Lab and VRDS Lab Director of Visual, Affective and Pervasive Systems (VAPS) research group His research spans Human-Computer Interaction , Virtual/Augmented Reality , User Experience (UX) , Artificial Intelligence , and Medical Simulation . With over £12.5M in research funding and 100+ publications, he focuses on: Automotive Engineering : AR/VR interfaces, collision avoidance systems Healthcare Applications : Dialysis training, telemedicine Consumer Electronics : UX optimization, gesture recognition Recent publications highlight trends in XR for geriatric rehabilitation , AI-driven AR HUD systems , and IoT security frameworks . His work integrates AI, immersive environments , and user-centered design across domains. Scientific Awards International awards for automotive design (FIAT, Opel) Professional memberships: MIET, FBCS, FRSA, FDSRI, SFHEA He advises on PhD supervision (e.g., Kweku Bram Larbi) and contributes to advisory committees like the Scottish Arts and Humanities Alliance . His projects include: VR Dialysis Training Systems (Kidney Research UK, NHS) noPILLLS in the Water (EU FP7, £7.5M) Collision Avoidance AR Interfaces for emergency vehicles

Donatella Sciutoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electronic Design Automation
• Embedded Systems
• Multiprocessor Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Donatella Sciuto is a Full Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Politecnico di Milano, serving as Executive Vice Rector overseeing research strategies. She holds a PhD from the University of Colorado, Boulder and an MBA from Bocconi University. Her research focuses on embedded systems design, low-power electronics, and cyber-physical systems, with contributions to smart cities and ICT infrastructure. Education: Bachelor's in Electronic Engineering, Politecnico di Milano (1984) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Colorado, Boulder MBA, SDA Bocconi School of Management Research Interests: Embedded systems, multiprocessor architectures, hardware/software co-design, power-efficient computing, and building automation via IoT technologies. She leads the Embedded Systems Design research group at Politecnico di Milano and coordinates EU-funded projects in smart cities and reconfigurable systems. Awards: IBM Women Leaders in AI (2021) IEEE Fellow (2011) EDAA Fellow (2010) Outstanding Contribution Award, IEEE Computer Society (2009) Professional Roles: Board Member: Bank of Italy, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, STM, Avio Former President, IEEE Council of Electronic Design Automation (2011-2013) Executive Committee Member, Design Automation and Test in Europe (DATE) conference Labs/Teams: Leads the Embedded Systems Design and Design Methodologies group at Politecnico di Milano, collaborating with CEFRIEL on executive education programs in embedded systems and IoT.

Kimberly R. Jordanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Communication
• Leadership Development
• Storytelling in Organizations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kimberly R. Jordan is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Management Department at Ohio University's College of Business. She also serves as Director of the Strategic Leadership Certificate and the Early Acceptance Program (EAP) for the Management Master's program. Her research focuses on communication, leadership, storytelling, team dynamics, and organizational engagement. She teaches courses like Strategic Business Communication and Strategic Leadership Onboarding, emphasizing practical skills for students. Education: MSN/MBA in Nursing and Business, Johns Hopkins University (2005/2004) B.S.N. in Nursing, University of North Florida (1996) B.A. in International Affairs, Florida State University (1990) Research Interests: Dr. Jordan explores how effective communication and leadership strategies can enhance team performance, organizational culture, and individual well-being. Her work emphasizes storytelling as a tool for strategic leadership and the impact of feedback processes on collaboration. She also investigates methods to improve educational pedagogy, particularly in fostering positivity and experiential learning through simulations. Awards & Recognition: Best Paper Award (2018) for 'Introducing Business Communication Students to the Power of Positivity.' Teaching & Leadership Roles: She directs the Strategic Leadership Certificate program and oversees the EAP-Mgt initiative. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, integrating real-world scenarios and collaborative learning techniques. She has led workshops on topics like healthcare process improvement and strategic leadership models, collaborating with institutions globally. Professional Activities: Dr. Jordan has presented at numerous conferences, including ABC International Conferences and the McDonough Leadership Conference. Her work bridges academic research and practical application, focusing on leadership development and organizational behavior.

Zhuang Zhengمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Smart Grids
• Building Energy Management
• Renewable Energy Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zhuang Zheng is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at the School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies, Teesside University since April 2024. Previously, he served as a Postdoc Fellow at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering. He holds a PhD in Architecture and Civil Engineering from City University of Hong Kong (2021). His research focuses on smart energy systems, particularly next-generation residential energy management, grid-building interactions, urban-scale energy modeling, and cyber-physical-social frameworks for low-carbon systems. Education: PhD (2021) from City University of Hong Kong; Postdoc (2021–2024) at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Key Research Interests: Smart grids, building energy management, renewable energy integration, and decarbonization technologies. Notable contributions include novel energy modeling techniques for peak shaving, voltage regulation, and multi-scale urban energy systems. Articles Trends: His work spans smart building controls, IoT-enabled energy systems, stochastic optimization, and safety risk evaluation. Recent focus areas include distributed control strategies for HVAC clusters and voltage regulation in smart grids. Collaborations: Collaborated with Hong Kong Sun Hung Kai and AECOM on commercial building energy flexibility projects. Actively contributes to international journals and conferences, including chairing sessions at the International Conference on Applied Energy (ICAE). Future Directions: Developing intelligent digitalization for building, power, and transportation sectors to advance smart low-carbon systems through socio-technical integration.

Xiaoyun Shaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Analysis
• Real-Time Hybrid Simulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xiaoyun Shao is a Professor of Civil and Construction Engineering at Western Michigan University (WMU), serving as faculty advisor and director of the Laboratory of Earthquake Structural Simulation. Her expertise spans structural engineering, seismic analysis, real-time hybrid simulation, and natural hazard mitigation. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Buffalo and M.S./B.S. degrees from Tongji University. As a Professional Engineer (PE) in Michigan, she focuses on advancing experimental methods for infrastructure resilience. Education: Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, University at Buffalo, SUNY (2004) M.S. in Structural Engineering, Tongji University, China (2001) B.S. in Structural Engineering, Tongji University, China (1998) Research Interests: Real-time hybrid simulation techniques for coupled systems (e.g., vehicle-bridge, train-bridge) Seismic response of soft-story wood-frame buildings and retrofit strategies Dynamic behavior of offshore wind turbines and floating structures Advanced materials in construction (elastomeric adhesives, SMA devices) BIM interoperability and digital twin applications Her lab develops innovative testing platforms, including distributed real-time hybrid systems for floating wind turbines and full-scale seismic experiments. Recent work includes interdisciplinary collaborations on adhesive roof construction and computational methods for NHERI projects. Awards and Recognition: Not explicitly listed in provided text. Advising and Grants: Leads the LESS lab’s Ph.D. recruitment for 2025, focusing on natural hazard engineering. Collaborates with teams on NSF-funded projects involving hybrid testing and energy systems. Labs/Teams: Director of WMU’s Laboratory of Earthquake Structural Simulation; member of interdisciplinary teams analyzing floating offshore wind turbines and seismic retrofits.

Jürgen Melznerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Construction Management
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jürgen Melzner is a Professor at the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. His research focuses on construction operations, occupational health and safety, and BIM integration. He leads projects in lean construction management, noise pollution modeling, and safety planning using BIM. His work emphasizes digital transformation in construction processes and legal aspects of building permits. Education includes a Dr.-Ing. (Doctor of Engineering) with extensive career contributions to construction safety and process optimization. His teaching and research involve BIM applications, IoT integration, and interdisciplinary methods in construction education. Research interests span BIM-based safety systems, predictive noise simulation, ontology networks for construction data, and lean principles in project management. Recent articles address stakeholder management in permits, machine learning for site monitoring, and metaverse applications in urban planning. Notable advising includes guidance of master's students like Mahshid Birkholz and Nasim Babazadeh. His work bridges academic research with practical implementation through projects like BIMwissT and DROHNIS. Labs/teams: Active in the Chair for Construction Management and BIM, focusing on digital tools and safety innovation.

• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Electric Vehicles
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Haitham Abu-Rub is a Professor at Texas A&M University at Qatar specializing in power systems, renewable energy integration, and power electronics. His research focuses on developing innovative solutions for grid stability, EV charging infrastructure, and intelligent control systems. He has published extensively in IEEE journals and conferences, addressing challenges in smart grids and sustainable energy systems. His work spans power converter design, fault diagnosis, and AI applications in energy management. Recent projects include decentralized PV trading systems, resilient inverter networks, and physics-informed neural networks for insulation diagnostics. Dr. Abu-Rub collaborates internationally on projects involving grid-interactive buildings, digital twins for power converters, and adaptive control techniques for electric vehicle charging.

Daniel Rönnowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electrical Engineering
• RF Technology
• Microwave Components
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Daniel Rönnow is a Professor of Electronics at the University of Gävle since 2011. Previously, he held roles such as lecturer at the University of Gävle (2004–2006), researcher at Acreo (1998–2000), and postdoc at the Max Planck Institute (1996–1998). He earned his MSc and PhD in Engineering Physics from Uppsala University (1991–1996). His research focuses on RF/microwave components, including phase noise characterization, nonlinear system linearization, metamaterials, and measurement technology. Key areas include MIMO systems, thin-film optics, and seismic sensors. Recent work emphasizes ultrawideband radar for nondestructive testing and antenna design for industrial applications. Rönnow has authored/co-authored over 50 publications, with notable contributions in IEEE Transactions and other journals. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., behavioral amplifiers) with practical applications like sensor development and radar systems.

• Urban Meteorology
• Climate Change
• Air Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sylvia Bohnenstengel is a researcher at the University of Reading's Department of Meteorology, specializing in urban meteorology, climate change impacts, and air quality. Her work involves numerical weather prediction, boundary layer dynamics, and urban energy balance studies. Her research interests include: Urban heat island effects and mitigation Anthropogenic heat emissions Scalar dispersion in urban environments Climate change adaptation for cities Atmospheric turbulence and flow Surface energy balance parameterization Recent publications analyze: 2024: Urban heat flux evaluation via scintillometry 2024: Convective motions' impact on dispersion models 2022: Turbulence dynamics in idealized urban geometries 2018: Sea-breeze detection algorithms 2016: Urban heat island effects on health Multi-decadal urban climate modeling (2004-2015) She contributed to the ClearfLo project (2015) examining London's meteorology-air quality-health nexus, and participated in international urban energy balance model comparisons (2010-2011). Her work bridges meteorology, urban planning, and public health.

• Sustainable Construction
• Artificial Intelligence in Construction
• Built Environment Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cheng Siew Goh is an Assistant Professor at Northumbria University's Architecture and Built Environment Department. His research focuses on sustainable construction practices, AI applications in construction, and climate resilience strategies. He has led projects addressing eco-social vulnerabilities and participatory design approaches across the UK, the Netherlands, and Norway. Goh has published extensively on topics including green building technologies, risk management, and the triple bottom line framework in construction. Research interests include integrating artificial intelligence into construction processes for efficiency gains, evaluating socio-economic-environmental impacts of sustainable projects, and enhancing climate resilience through adaptive design. His work emphasizes human-centric solutions, balancing technological innovation with user needs and environmental stewardship. Key contributions include exploring AI applications for optimized sustainability performance in buildings, assessing emotional intelligence among construction stakeholders during crises, and developing frameworks for green project lifecycle management. Goh's research often bridges theoretical concepts with practical implementation challenges in the built environment sector. He has secured funding through the British Academy for a project investigating eco-social vulnerabilities and participatory design methodologies. This work aims to bridge knowledge gaps between policy, practice, and community engagement in sustainable urban development.

Sylvie Lorenteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thermal engineering
• Heat transfer
• Design in nature
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Sylvie Lorente is a Professor at Villanova University (College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering). She holds concurrent positions as Professor (Exceptional Class) at INSA Toulouse (France), Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria (South Africa), and Adjunct Professor at Duke University (USA). Her academic career includes past roles at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Shandong Academy of Sciences, and Pontificia Universidad Catolica (Chile). Research Interests: Her work centers on thermal engineering, heat transfer, and the Constructal Law, which governs the design of flow systems in nature and technology. She explores evolutionary design, sustainability, and energy-efficient systems for buildings and urban environments, mass transfer, and applications of dendritic flow networks to thermochemical energy storage, battery thermal management, and bio-based materials. Key Trends in Publications: Recent articles focus on optimizing battery thermal management using constructal canopy-to-canopy designs, phase change materials (PCM) for cooling and energy storage, hierarchical capillary networks for evaporative cooling, and fluid flow architectures in porous media. Her work bridges thermodynamics, materials science, and sustainable design. Scientific Awards: Order 'Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite' (2015, French Government) PROSE Award for 'Design with Constructal Theory' (2009, American Association of Publishers) Order 'Les Palmes Académiques' (2008, France) James P. Hartnett Memorial Award (2007, American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Intelligent Optimal Design Prize (2006, CADLM) Bergles-Rohsenow Young Investigator in Heat Transfer Award (2005, ASME) Edward F. Obert Award (2004, ASME)

Miguel Ortizمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Instrument Design
• Technology Mediated Composition
• Music Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Miguel Ortiz is a Lecturer at Queen's University Belfast's School of Arts, English and Languages. His research focuses on digital instrument design, technology-mediated composition, and the intersection of music technology with physiological sensors and communities of practice. He actively supervises PhD students in these areas. Ortiz's work explores iterative instrument design processes, ecological frameworks for instrument evaluation, and the impact of timbre on musical learning. His publications span acoustic modeling, biosignal-driven art, and Latin American perspectives in new musical interfaces (NIME). Recent research highlights include studies on spring reverb tank mechanics, real-time bowing parameter sensing, and the establishment of Latin American NIME networks. He collaborates internationally and organizes workshops like the International Synth Design Hackathon. Ortiz has contributed datasets for expressive musical gesture analysis and participated in peer review for cultural funding initiatives. His research bridges technical innovation with human-centered design principles.

• Computational Mechanics
• Granular Materials
• Machine Learning in Physics-Based Simulations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

H. Cheng is a researcher at the University of Twente, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Technology and the Department of Mechanics of Solids, Surfaces and Systems. He plays a central role in several interdisciplinary research projects focused on computational modeling of granular materials, geohazards, and machine learning integration in physics-based simulations. His research centers on advancing numerical methods such as the Discrete Element Method (DEM) and developing machine learning surrogates for efficient uncertainty quantification in complex systems. Key project areas include offshore infrastructure resilience under climate change (POSEIDON), dynamic fault slip in induced seismicity (FastSlip), upscaling particulate systems for industrial applications (TUSAIL), and automated segmentation of soil-root systems using micro-CT imaging (UNSAT). H. Cheng leads and supervises multiple early-career researchers across EU-funded initiatives, including MSCA Doctoral Networks and COST Actions. He is the main applicant and supervisor in the GrainLearning project, which integrates Bayesian inference with physics-based models to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency. His scientific contributions span collaborative research across academia and industry, with a strong emphasis on open science, reproducibility, and cross-sectoral training. He contributes to community-building through initiatives like ON-DEM, promoting best practices in particle-based simulations. Supervisor of multiple PhD students and postdoctoral researchers Daily supervisor in POSEIDON, FastSlip, TUSAIL, UNSAT Vice-lead of Working Group 1 in ON-DEM COST Action Main applicant and project lead for GrainLearning H. Cheng is actively involved in training the next generation of computational scientists and engineers, with a focus on interdisciplinary methodologies that bridge mechanics, data science, and industrial applications.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Urban Microclimate Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Terence Williamson is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design, University of Adelaide, within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His research focuses on thermal performance, sustainability, and urban microclimate design, with a particular emphasis on the built environment's impact on older populations. Educated in engineering and architecture in Australia, he has authored/co-authored over 100 publications including books and articles on sustainable architecture and energy efficiency. Research interests include adaptive thermal comfort models, building energy codes (e.g., NatHERS), and urban microclimate modeling (e.g., the CAT model for street canyon temperatures). His work bridges engineering and social science, addressing ethical and cultural dimensions of sustainable design. He currently supervises Masters and PhD candidates, emphasizing sustainability in building design and climate-resilient housing solutions for vulnerable groups. Collaborations include projects with Dr. Evyatar Erell (Ben-Gurion University) on urban microclimate models and investigations into occupants' thermal behaviors in aged care facilities. His research contributes to policy frameworks for energy efficiency and health-focused housing standards in Australia.