جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Abdullah Riazمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sintering Technology
• Field Assisted Sintering Technique (FAST)
• Spark Plasma Sintering
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. rer. nat. Abdullah Riaz is a Researcher and Working Group Leader in sintering technology at the Chair of Microfluidics, University of Rostock. He leads research on Field-Active Sintering/Spark Plasma Sintering and is involved in the development of rapid tooling for metal injection molding using additive manufacturing. He is also an associated scientist in the DFG Collaborative Research Center ELAINE, focusing on electrically active implants. Research Interests: Sintering Technology (FAST/SPS) Nanostructured Ceramics and Piezoelectric Materials Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Tooling Electrically Active and Orthopedic Implants Microfluidics and Materials for Biomedical Applications His work bridges advanced materials processing with biomedical engineering, particularly in developing implantable devices with improved integration into biological systems. The piezoelectric properties of nanostructured calcium titanate, which resemble natural bone, are a key focus. His current projects involve integrating additive manufacturing with sintering technologies for functional tooling and implant development. Dr. Riaz is actively contributing to collaborative research within SFB ELAINE, a major DFG-funded initiative. He is responsible for developing novel sintering processes and tools, indicating leadership in applied research and engineering development. Labs and Teams: Working Group: Field-Active Sintering / Spark Plasma Sintering Chair of Microfluidics, University of Rostock Associated Scientist, SFB ELAINE – Electrically Active Implants (DFG Collaborative Research Centre)

Kunal H Kateمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Science
• Manufacturing Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kunal H. Kate is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Louisville. His research focuses on advancing manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing and powder injection molding (PIM), with a particular emphasis on high-performance materials like ceramics, metals, and polymer composites. He collaborates with NASA's FabLab on in-space manufacturing projects and works with the U.S. Department of Commerce's MBDA to support minority businesses through 3D printing innovation. Dr. Kate holds a B.E. in Chemical Engineering (2009, VIT), M.S. (2013), and Ph.D. (2015) in Materials Science from Oregon State University. Research Interests His work spans additive manufacturing processes (especially metal fused filament fabrication), material characterization, and sustainable composites. Key areas include optimizing material feedstocks for MF3, studying sintering dynamics of titanium alloys, and developing bioplastics from agricultural byproducts like soy hulls. His contributions bridge fundamental materials science with industrial applications in aerospace, medical, and transportation sectors. Grants & Collaborations Recipient of funding from NASA (FabLab initiative), US Department of Commerce, and United Soybean Board. His lab actively explores process-structure-property relationships in AM materials and contributes to advancing energy-efficient manufacturing techniques.

Leonard Gabriel MITUمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Biomaterials Engineering
• Orthopedic Prosthetics
• Mechatronics Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leonard Gabriel MITU is a Lecturer at the Department of Product Design, Mechatronics and Environment , part of the Faculty of Product Design and Environment at the Technical University of Brașov. His research focuses on biomaterials, mechatronic systems, and advanced manufacturing techniques. He is particularly active in developing biocomposite materials for orthopedic prosthetics and exploring applications in MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems). His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining materials science, mechanical engineering, and biomedical applications. Dr. MITU’s research interests include the characterization of biomaterials like hydroxyapatite and polymers (e.g., PLA), optimization of composite reinforcement using glass and carbon fibers, and the development of lightweight prosthetic solutions. He has contributed to studies on manufacturing processes such as photolithography for MEMS and microfabrication techniques. His recent work emphasizes nano and micro-scale manufacturing methods in mechanical engineering, alongside systemic analysis of material behavior in medical devices. His publications span over 20 years, with a focus on biomaterials, composite testing methods, and biomedical applications. Notable contributions include studies on hybrid biocomposites for orthopedics and vibration analysis in renewable energy systems. He has collaborated on projects funded by institutional grants and maintains an active research profile in biomaterials and mechatronics. His address is located at Building C, Room CI 14, 1 Universității Str, Brașov, Romania.

• Bioengineering
• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Devid Maniglio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Trento. His research focuses on bioengineering, biomaterials, and tissue engineering, with a particular emphasis on bioprinting, surface modification, and functional materials. He has contributed to advancements in silk fibroin and hydrogel-based systems for medical applications. Research Interests Bioengineering for personalized medicine Biomaterials and surface engineering 3D bioprinting and tissue regeneration Molecular imprinting and biosensors Drug delivery and cell encapsulation Teaching Diagnostic and therapeutic technologies for personalized medicine Engineered materials for precision medicine Fundamentals of biomedical technologies Functional surfaces laboratory Labs & Collaborations Devid Maniglio is affiliated with the Functional Surfaces Laboratory at the University of Trento, collaborating with researchers such as Stefano Rossi and Flavio Deflorian. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches in biomedical engineering and sustainable medical technologies.

Christoph Rehekampffمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Additive Manufacturing
• Medical Robotics
• 3D Printing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr.-Ing. Christoph Rehekampff is a Senior Researcher at the Chair of Microtechnology and Medical Device Technology (Technical University of Munich), where he has been a team member since May 2018. His work bridges Additive Manufacturing , Medical Robotics , and Precision Engineering . Research Focus: His research spans 3D Printing (metal/polymer material jetting, FDM), Medical Device Design (dental zirconia coloring, sensor encapsulation), and Robotics (mobile platforms, origami-inspired arms). He explores automated design , closed-loop control , and support structure optimization . Publication Trends: His recent work (2023) includes inline topology measurement , UWB-based mobile robots , and workspace-specific arm design . Earlier studies (2021-2019) focused on material jetting , dental implant coloration , and sensor integration . Scientific Awards: MACHINES Advanced Manufacturing Best Student Paper Award (2nd price, 2021) IEEE ROBIO 2023 Best Paper Award Finalist Teaching: He lectures on Messtechnik und medizinische Assistenzsysteme (MMA) and Mikrotechnische Sensoren und Aktoren (MSA) .

Emrecan Söylemezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Additive Manufacturing
• Powder Bed Fusion
• Binder Jet Additive Manufacturing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emrecan Söylemez serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, where he leads cutting-edge research in advanced manufacturing technologies. His academic profile is defined by 21 research publications and 11 major projects as Principal Investigator, with an h-index of 9 and over 321 Scopus citations reflecting significant scholarly impact. His work bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation across mechanical engineering and materials science disciplines. Dr. Söylemez's research centers on Additive Manufacturing with specialized expertise in Powder Bed Fusion (laser/electron beam) and Binder Jet processes. He investigates critical phenomena including melt pool dynamics , surface roughness effects , and thermal behavior during manufacturing. His contributions to Fatigue Crack Growth analysis in recycled carbon black-reinforced polymers demonstrate practical applications for sustainable materials. Recent work integrates Machine Learning for multi-objective process optimization, revealing interdisciplinary innovation in manufacturing science. Analysis of his 21 publications shows dominant focus on additive manufacturing process optimization (75% of recent work), particularly parameter effects on structural performance. Key trends include AI-driven modeling for binder jet sintering (2023-2025), RF filter manufacturing via laser powder bed fusion (2024), and thermal modeling for electron beam systems (2024). His research uniquely connects polymer fatigue mechanics with metal additive manufacturing, creating cross-disciplinary insights applicable to aerospace, medical implants, and electronics. As Principal Investigator for 11 projects including TUBITAK-funded initiatives, Dr. Söylemez directs research on binder jet sintering modeling, AI-supported process monitoring, and Fe-50Ni soft magnetic core production. His $1.2M+ project portfolio spans 2021-2026, with current work focusing on AI-enhanced manufacturing software and metal-ceramic composite development. He has supervised 2 graduate students while maintaining strong industry collaboration through 1773TTO and SRP programs, demonstrating effective knowledge transfer from academia to industrial applications.

Carles Colominasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Thin Film Coatings
• Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carles Colominas is a Full Professor at the IQS School of Engineering, Ramon Llull University, leading the Chemical Engineering and Materials Science Department. His research focuses on advanced materials engineering, particularly in thin film coatings and surface modification technologies like HiPIMS and PVD. He specializes in developing coatings for industrial applications, including tool steels, cemented carbides, and biomedical surfaces. His work emphasizes sustainable materials, tribological properties, and material durability. Key projects include the GEMAT: Grup d'Enginyeria de Materials (Materials Engineering Group), exploring nanomaterials for CO₂ capture and conversion, and industrial coating solutions. Colominas has led 14 funded projects, contributing to over 57 peer-reviewed publications with notable citations. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, addressing materials innovation for energy and environmental sustainability. His expertise spans Thin Film Deposition , Surface Engineering , and Material Microstructure Analysis . Recent studies focus on TiN/CrN multilayers, HiPIMS industrial applications, and femtosecond laser texturing. He collaborates internationally on projects like MAGIC3RF (green CO₂ conversion systems) and Recubrimientos anti-COVID-19 . Advising and Grant Work: Colominas oversees multidisciplinary projects, including doctoral training in PVD coatings and materials for biomedical use. Grants include funding from AGAUR and Ramon Llull University. His lab, Grup d'Enginyeria de Materials, drives innovation in materials for renewable energy and industrial efficiency.

• Additive Manufacturing
• 3D Printing
• Renewable Energy Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jing Zhang is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, based in Indianapolis with a courtesy appointment in West Lafayette. Her research focuses on additive manufacturing, multi-scale modeling, thermal barrier coatings, and ceramic materials for energy and biomedical applications. She holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Drexel University and B.A. degrees in Manufacturing Engineering and Metal Forming from Chinese universities. Her work integrates computational methods like finite element modeling and discrete element modeling with experimental techniques to address challenges in materials processing and energy systems. Key research areas include 3D printing innovations, renewable energy materials, and biomedical device design. She has developed customized 3D printers and explored applications of ceramics in thermal protection systems. Her studies on fracture mechanics in coatings and biomechanical stability of bone fixations highlight her interdisciplinary approach. Recent publications emphasize advanced manufacturing techniques, material synthesis, and computational modeling. She has contributed to reviews on thermal barrier coatings and high-entropy ceramics. Her educational efforts include integrating 3D printing and virtual reality into engineering curricula through projects like ventilator prototyping and open-source hardware development.

• Plastics Engineering
• Ceramic Injection Molding
• Mechatronics Integration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Bruno Bürgisser holds a full professorship at the Fribourg School of Engineering and Architecture (HES-SO), leading the Institute for Applied Plastics Research (iRAP). With 20 years of industrial experience and 10 years in academia, his expertise spans plastics processing, ceramic injection molding (CIM), and mechatronics integration through overmolding. He specializes in developing innovative manufacturing solutions for industries such as medical devices and high-end consumer products. His research focuses on optimizing plastic and ceramic manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Notable projects include the Assytronic initiative, which explores integrating sensitive electronic components into plastic products via injection overmolding, supported by eight industry partners. He also leads the CIM++ project, advancing ceramic molding techniques with variotherm control systems. Recent articles highlight energy efficiency in plastics production, sustainable materials substitution, and advanced CIM applications in automotive and luxury sectors. His work emphasizes collaboration between academia and industry, addressing challenges like dynamic stress management during overmolding and improving process monitoring through sensor technology. Bürgisser actively contributes to the Swiss Plastics Cluster and collaborates with companies like Phonak and Fischer Connectors. His iRAP institute provides cutting-edge facilities for R&D in plastics and ceramics, supporting industrial innovation.

• Materials Science
• Energy Storage
• Solid-State Batteries
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Belen Levenfeld Laredo is Full Professor at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Her research focuses on advanced materials for energy storage including solid-state batteries, fuel cells, and electrochemical devices. Key research areas: Solid-state and hybrid electrolytes for lithium/sodium batteries Ceramic processing techniques for battery electrodes Polymer membranes for fuel cells and flow batteries Advanced manufacturing of energy materials Publications demonstrate strong focus on materials processing innovations (60% cover powder extrusion molding and 3D printing techniques) and electrochemical characterization (40% employ in-situ synchrotron studies). Recent work develops high-capacity electrodes through ceramic processing and hybrid electrolyte systems. Leads research in materials synthesis and processing group, supervising doctoral students in battery materials development. Research funded by multiple Spanish national grants including projects on solid-state batteries and fuel cell membranes.

• Materials Science
• Energy Storage
• Electrochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. VAREZ ALVAREZ ALEJANDRO is a Full Professor at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. He leads research in material synthesis and processing, with a focus on advanced battery technologies, polymer electrolytes, and sustainable energy storage systems. His work spans solid-state batteries, fuel cells, and nanomaterials. Research Groups & Affiliations: Material Synthesis and Processing Group Álvaro Alonso Barba Institute of Chemistry and Materials Technology Research Interests: Development of solid-state and quasi-solid-state batteries Design of high-performance polymer electrolytes Manufacturing of ceramic electrodes via powder injection molding and extrusion Recyclable materials and sustainable energy technologies Grants & Projects: THEBAT: Development of solid-state batteries for biomedical and drone applications CIRENAICA-CM-UC3M: Circular economy strategies for sodium/calcium batteries Nanostructured lithium-conducting materials (EU-funded) Recent Publications Trends: Focus on calcium/polymer electrolytes, sodium-ion batteries, and in situ X-ray studies of battery materials. His work emphasizes scalability, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Labs & Teams: Active in material synthesis labs with state-of-the-art characterization tools (e.g., synchrotron X-ray facilities).

Birgit Wenninghoffمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sculpture
• Installation Art
• Ceramics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Birgit Wenninghoff is a Lecturer for special tasks in the Department of Fine Arts at Alanus University of Arts and Society (since 2024). She holds a Master of Fine Arts (2013) and Product Design Diploma (2010) focusing on ceramics/glass and sculpture. Her career includes freelance artistic work (2010–present), a PhD in Artistic Research at Linz University (since 2023), and roles as an artistic assistant (2016–2023). Education: 2011–2013: Master of Fine Arts (sculpture/installation) at Alanus University 2001–2010: Product Design Studies (porcelain/ceramic/glass) at Niederrhein University 1994: Business Administration Diploma Research & Interests: Wenninghoff explores material transformation, decay, and natural processes through ceramics, sculpture, and installations. Notable projects include chorus (2024, based on forest stumps) and Carposoma Cascades (porcelain-embedded fungi). She emphasizes material vulnerability and cross-disciplinary methods (e.g., digital scans combined with clay molding). Exhibition Highlights: 2024: Becoming Mycelial (Denmark), chorus (Bonn) 2018: Injection and Reflection (China) 2013: figurativ / the figure (Westerwald Museum) Awards & Grants: 2021: Gabriele-Vossebein Prize and GEDOK Graphic Prize 2013: NASPA Ceramics Prize Commendation Erasmus+ Mobility Funding (2017, 2019, 2022) Lab/Team Work: Ongoing material research in ceramics/glass, including collaborations with institutions like the Glass Museum Immenhausen and international residencies in Palestine, Poland, and Austria.

• Energy Technology
• Materials Science
• Computational Physics

Prof. Dr. Thomas Hocker is a Professor at ZHAW School of Engineering, specializing in energy technology and materials science. His research focuses on solid oxide fuel cells, ceramic materials, and computational modeling of energy systems. Research interests span multiphysics modeling, materials characterization, and optimization of electrochemical systems for sustainable energy applications. Recent work emphasizes microstructure-property relationships in fuel cell components. Publications show consistent focus on fuel cell technology advancements, with recent articles emphasizing computational approaches to materials design and performance optimization. Article keywords frequently include energy technology, materials science, and computational modeling. No specific student advising, awards, or grants information was provided.

• Advanced Materials
• Multi-scale Manufacturing
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sundar V Atre is a Professor and Endowed Chair in Manufacturing & Materials at the University of Louisville. He leads efforts to establish an interdisciplinary program on Digital Manufacturing and Design. His research focuses on advanced materials, additive manufacturing, and powder injection molding of metals and ceramics. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Penn State University in 1995. Dr. Atre’s research group, the Materials Innovation Guild, has produced over 200 publications and 7 licensed patents. His work emphasizes multi-scale manufacturing strategies, including green micromachining of ceramics to enable precise micro-scale features. His NSF-funded research (CMMI-1200647, CMMI-1562439) explores tool wear, material compositions, and process parameters for ceramic micromachining. Key projects include optimizing L-PBF processes for fine metal powders and analyzing green-state SiC/AlN micromachining using tungsten carbide tools. His contributions address challenges in ceramic micro-manufacturing through experimental studies on forces, surface quality, and binder effects.

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Optical and Electron Microscopy
• Materials characterization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Girard Hervé is a Researcher at the School of Engineering , HES-SO Valais-Wallis , focusing on advanced materials and manufacturing techniques. Key research areas: Materials Science, Additive Manufacturing, Metal Injection Molding, Functional Surfaces, Electron Microscopy. His work spans projects like METIS (Innosuisse-funded process engineering platform for additive manufacturing) and EcoSwissMade (3D-printed solid oxide fuel cells). Collaborations include institutions like SUPSI , EPFL , and industrial partners such as Kugler Bimetal . Projects emphasize cost-effective, sustainable methods for aerospace, biomedical, and energy sectors, including titanium hydride-based powder processing and bi-stable actuator development for space applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in additive manufacturing , shape memory alloys , and nickel-free stainless steels , with methodologies involving solvent jetting, PIM/CIM, and biopolymer binders. Girard’s research integrates microstructural analysis (SEM, metallography) with mechanical and electrochemical testing to optimize material properties.