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Guillermo Amadorمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biophysics
• Biomaterials
• Biomechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Guillermo Amador is an Assistant Professor in the Experimental Zoology department at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on understanding how animals interact with complex environments through locomotion, adhesion, and fluid dynamics. He investigates biological systems like insects, plants, and marine organisms to inspire bio-engineered solutions for robotics, microfluidics, and material science. Amador received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (USA), followed by postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (Germany) and a Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellowship at TU Delft (Netherlands). His expertise spans biophysics, biomaterials, and biomechanics, with a focus on self-cleaning mechanisms and bioadhesion. He collaborates with the 4TU consortium on Dutch Soft Robotics to develop bio-inspired designs. His work bridges fundamental biology with engineering applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to solve challenges in robotics and environmental science. Amador teaches courses including Biomimetics and Functional Zoology , integrating his research into education. His research highlights include studies on cuttlefish suction cups, stick insect adhesion, and pollen transport mechanisms in pollinators.

• Environmental Health Engineering
• Wastewater-Based Epidemiology
• Bioremediation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rolf Halden is a Professor and Center Director at Arizona State University, holding appointments in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, the Biodesign Center for Environmental Health Engineering, and the Global Futures Scientists and Scholars program. He is a leading expert in environmental health engineering, wastewater-based epidemiology, and bioremediation. Education: Ph.D. in Civil (Environmental) Engineering, University of Minnesota (1997) M.S. in Civil (Environmental) Engineering, University of Minnesota (1994) M.S. in Biology, Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany (1992) Postdoctoral Fellow, Environmental Science, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (1998) Research Focus: Halden’s research integrates environmental chemistry, public health, and sustainability to understand how anthropogenic chemicals affect ecological and human health. His lab uses advanced mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS, MALDI-TOF) to track pollutants such as PPCPs, microplastics, pesticides, and dioxins across air, water, soil, and biological systems. He pioneered the use of wastewater treatment plants as public health observatories, enabling real-time tracking of disease, drug use, and environmental exposures. Scientific Awards & Recognition: Leadership Award, Arizona State University (2018) Rocky Mountain Emmy Award (2018) Leroy E. Burney Lecturer, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health (2011) ACS Expert Program Member (2014–present) NIEHS Superfund R01 Working Group National Leader (2012–2014) Labs & Teams: Halden is the Founding Director of the Biodesign Center for Environmental Health Engineering at ASU, where he leads a multidisciplinary team focused on environmental proteomics, bioremediation, and diagnostic tool development. He also co-leads the Human Health Observatory , a national wastewater monitoring network. Grants & Funding: Halden has secured major funding from NSF, NIH, EPA, DoD, and private industry. Notable projects include the development of in-situ groundwater monitoring devices, national wastewater surveillance of SARS-CoV-2, and studies on microplastics and neurodegenerative disease.

Sarah Billingtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Building Design
• Human Wellbeing in Built Environments
• Affordable Housing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Billington is the UPS Foundation Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University and a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment. Her research program focuses on sustainable building design, human wellbeing, and ethical supply chain practices. Education: PhD, University of Texas at Austin, Structural Engineering (1997) MSE, University of Texas at Austin, Structural Engineering (1994) BSE, Princeton University, Civil Engineering & Operations Research (1990) Her lab employs interdisciplinary methods to study how built environments impact human physical, psychological, and social wellbeing. Current projects include developing tools to quantify nature exposure in buildings, exploring affordable housing's role in wellbeing, and using AI to assess forced labor risks in material supply chains. While no longer active in this area, her group previously pioneered research on sustainable construction materials like bio-based composites and ductile cement-based composites. Her recent publications address topics such as nature integration in architecture, workplace design optimization, and health impacts of building materials. The Billington Lab at Stanford fosters collaborative team science, welcoming partnerships to advance occupant-centric engineering solutions.

• Process Mining
• Healthcare Informatics
• Data Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeewanie Jayasinghe Arachchige is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Faculty of Science. She teaches undergraduate courses including Bachelor Project Computer Science, Professional Development, and Software Engineering Processes for the academic year 2024–2025. Her research focuses on process mining , healthcare informatics , and data security . She applies process mining to analyze healthcare pathways and subpopulation treatment variations, develops explainable AI frameworks for predictive analytics, and examines data governance in emerging architectures like Data Lakehouses. Her work intersects legal informatics, particularly formalizing Sri Lankan civil court processes using ontology engineering. Recent publications highlight trends in balancing simplicity and complexity in process modeling, Industry 4.0 healthcare applications, and cybersecurity in model-driven web development. She has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2006, spanning topics from service-oriented architectures to value network analysis. Her teaching and research emphasize practical applications of IT in healthcare, legal systems, and enterprise environments. No ancillary activities are currently recorded.

Mohsen Kalantariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geospatial Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Mohsen Kalantari is a Geospatial Engineering academic at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) School of Civil and Environmental Engineering , with concurrent roles as co-founder of the startup Faramoon . His career spans roles at the University of Melbourne's Department of Infrastructure Engineering and Victorian government's land administration initiatives through DELWP. Education : PhD in Geomatics Engineering (2008, University of Melbourne), Master of GIS Engineering (2004), Bachelor of Surveying Engineering (2001) His research bridges geospatial engineering with construction automation , focusing on 3D cadastre , BIM-GIS integration , and smart cities . Recent publications show trends in underground land administration , digital twins , and LADM standard implementations . Scientific Awards : National educational recognition (2019), Victorian educational grants (2018), and prestigious fellowships (2012) As a supervisor , he guides PhD candidates in topics ranging from BIM for waste management to underground cadastral systems . His industry engagement includes partnerships with the United Nations , Open Geospatial Consortium , and Singapore Land Authority .

• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Industrial Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Stefanie Hellweg serves as a Full Professor for Ecological Systems Design at the ETH Zürich , Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering. She is Deputy Head of the Institute of Environmental Engineering and leads groundbreaking research at the intersection of industrial ecology, life cycle assessment, and circular economy systems. PhD in Environmental Engineering (ETH Zürich, 2000) Industrial Engineering Degree (Karlsruhe University, 1996) Her research develops advanced methodologies for environmental impact assessment of products and technologies, focusing on: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) with correlated uncertainty modeling Circular economy implementation in chemical and energy sectors Industrial symbiosis optimization for heat and nutrient flows Urban wastewater systems redesign for resource recovery Chemical pollution analysis in plastic materials Key publication trends reveal expertise in: Hybrid wastewater treatment systems Energy-efficient greenhouse cultivation Exergy analysis for sustainability metrics Machine learning applications in environmental modeling Policy-relevant industrial ecology studies She actively participates in global sustainability initiatives as: President of the International Society of Industrial Ecology (ISIE) Member of UN Environment's International Resource Panel Editorial board member for leading environmental journals

Nebiyou Tilahunمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Transportation Equity
• Transport Accessibility
• Travel Behavior Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nebiyou Tilahun is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Urban Planning and Policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), within the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs (CUPPA). He leads the Mobility Urban Systems and Equity Lab , focusing on equitable transportation solutions. His roles include teaching courses such as Transportation Planning Methods, Spatial Statistics, and Plan Making Studio. Dr. Tilahun holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota (2010), with earlier degrees in Civil Engineering (B.Sc., 2001; M.Sc., 2005). His career includes post-doctoral research at UIC’s Urban Transportation Center and the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs, as well as professional experience at the Washington State Department of Transportation. Research Interests : His work bridges transportation equity, urban planning, and policy evaluation. Key areas include: Transport accessibility and equity Automated traffic enforcement (e.g., speed/red-light cameras) Social networks and travel behavior Disability and mobility challenges Intergenerational poverty and spatial mobility Recent Research Trends : His publications emphasize equity in urban systems, such as analyzing racial disparities in traffic stops, evaluating automated camera efficacy, and exploring how residential choices shape young adults’ travel patterns. He also investigates transit accessibility gaps in Chicago and the role of technology in urban informatics. Labs/Teams : Directs the Mobility Urban Systems and Equity Lab, which develops tools like the Chicago Accessibility Explorer to visualize transit equity. Collaborates on projects like Seeing Cities Through Big Data , applying data science to urban planning challenges. Grants/Advising : While specific grants are not detailed here, his lab’s work implies funding in transportation equity and technology. No advisees are listed in the provided materials.

Benyuan Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data and Computer Communication Networks
• Mobile and Wireless Networks
• Internet Technologies & Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Benyuan Liu is a Professor at the Miner School of Computer and Information Sciences within the Kennedy College of Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell . He serves as Director and Graduate Coordinator for Ph.D. programs, with expertise in Data and Computer Communication Networks, Mobile and Wireless Networks, and Internet Technologies & Applications. Education: B.S., University of Science and Technology of China M.S., Yale University Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Amherst His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging , Deep Learning for Endoscopy , and Edge Computing Systems . Recent work includes automated lesion detection, 3D reconstruction from sensor data, and predictive models for financial and reproductive health domains. The 15 most recent publications highlight applications of deep learning in medical diagnostics (thyroid nodules, gastric lesions, dental caries), computer vision (attention mechanisms, transformers), and financial technology (market psychology analysis). Technical themes include mmwave radar processing, diffusion models for synthetic data, and multi-scale feature extraction. Benyuan Liu leads the Computer Networking Lab and CHORDS initiative at UMass Center for Digital Health. His work bridges network optimization with healthcare AI , emphasizing real-time systems and portable diagnostics.

Diana Inkpenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Diana Inkpen is a faculty member at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Ottawa. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto's Department of Computer Science and degrees from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania (M.Sc. and B.Eng.). Her research focuses on computational linguistics, natural language processing (NLP), and artificial intelligence, with specialties in natural language understanding/generation, lexical semantics, and semantic web agents. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Toronto M.Sc., Computer Science and Engineering, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca B.Eng., Computer Science and Engineering, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Affiliations: Director, NLP Lab Editor-in-Chief, Computational Intelligence journal Associate Editor, Natural Language Engineering journal Her research has led to roles such as program co-chair for AI 2012 and leadership in organizing international workshops. She has received funding from NSERC, SSHRC, and OCE, and was honored with a Visiting Professor title at the University of Wolverhampton, UK. Her teaching spans courses like Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, and Prolog programming. Professor Inkpen's work bridges NLP innovations with societal challenges, including mental health surveillance via social media analysis and bias mitigation in AI systems. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects, such as detecting hate speech and legal text entailment, while maintaining a global research network through collaborations and international conference involvement.

Mazdak Nik-Bakhtمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Construction Engineering & Management
• Infrastructure Management
• Smart Infrastructure
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Mazdak Nik-Bakht is an Associate Professor at Concordia University's School of Building, Civil, and Environmental Engineering. His work bridges construction engineering with digital innovation, focusing on smart infrastructure and sustainable development. PhD, Construction Engineering & Mgmt., University of Toronto PhD, Structural Engineering, Iran University of Science & Technology MASc & BASc, Structural and Civil Engineering, Iran University of Science & Technology His research integrates Artificial Intelligence and Social Network Analysis into construction management systems. Key areas include: Smart infrastructure and urban computing Deconstruction and circular economy principles Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital twinning Process mining in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry Decision models in construction project management Semantic computing and computational linguistics applications Recent publications show a focus on BIM analytics , urban resilience , and social media's role in infrastructure planning . Papers often combine AI and network theory to solve complex construction challenges. 2015 Outstanding paper award - Built Environment Project and Asset Management journal He teaches courses on: Big Data Analytics for Smart City Infrastructure Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Construction Building Economics Project Cost Estimating

• Computational Design
• Architectural Education
• Artificial Intelligence in Architecture
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sema Alaçam Doğan has been affiliated with Istanbul Technical University since 2014, serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture . She has held administrative roles including Deputy Head of Department and Erasmus Coordinator. Education : PhD in Informatics in Architectural Design (2008-2014), MS in Informatics in Architectural Design (2005-2008), and BS in Architecture (1999-2005) from Istanbul Technical University. Her research explores Computational Design , Artificial Intelligence in Architecture , and Sustainable Material Innovation . She investigates digital tools for heritage preservation, daylight optimization in BIM, and cognitive development in architecture students. Recent publications analyze AI-assisted design literacy , machine learning for Sinan mosques , and environmental comfort in Harran houses . Her work integrates algorithmic frameworks with sustainable practices. Scientific awards include multiple ITU Publication and Performance Awards (2021-2024), FABFEST Prizes , and the 2024 Artemis Educator Award from NASA. Active projects like "Physical Computation in Architectural Drawing" and "Robotic Fabrication with Recycled Wind Turbine Blades" demonstrate her leadership in computational and sustainable research.

• Sustainable Construction
• Construction Engineering and Management
• Project Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ahmed Hammad is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering, where he also serves as Director of Academic Integrity, ENG WIL, Co-op and Career Connections. With 25 years of industry experience as a Project Planning & Control Manager on global mega-projects (including Oil Sands, LNG, and Infrastructure across Canada, UAE, Australia, and Egypt), he brings extensive practical expertise to academia. Education: Doctorate of Philosophy, Construction Engineering & Management, University of Alberta (2009) Master of Science, Construction Engineering & Management, University of Alberta (1999) Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Cairo University (1996) Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Mansoura University (1989) Research Focus: Dr. Hammad's work centers on applying smart tools to achieve sustainable construction through maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste . His research employs Machine Learning , Multi-Criteria Decision Making , Knowledge-Based Decision Support Systems , and digital twin technologies to optimize project planning, resource allocation, and sustainable material selection. He investigates the integration of BIM and Augmented Reality to enhance construction processes while reducing environmental impact. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize sustainable construction methodologies, with 60% focusing on GHG reduction, resource optimization, and decision support systems. Key themes include machine learning for labor estimation, TOPSIS/MCDM for sustainable material selection, and digital twins for production planning, reflecting his NSERC-funded projects on KBDSS and construction-oriented digital twins. Scientific Recognition: Best Paper Award at 8th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (2018) Best Paper Award at HBRC Green Smart Sustainable Buildings Conference (2024) Research Leadership: Dr. Hammad secures major industry-academic partnerships, including NSERC Mission Alliance Grants ($1.2M+) with 16 industry partners for GHG reduction projects and NSERC Alliance Grants with 9 partners for digital twin development. His completed projects include collaborations with the City of Edmonton and Alberta Ministry of Infrastructure on resource allocation models. Research Ecosystem: As leader of the Sustainable Construction Research Group (SCRG), he fosters industry-academia collaboration through regular workshops with construction firms and government agencies, focusing on translating research into practical tools for sustainable project delivery.

Nasir Gharaibehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Infrastructure systems performance and resilience
• Infrastructure management decision-support systems
• Disaster and hazard informatics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nasir Gharaibeh serves as a Professor in the Zachry Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University, specializing in infrastructure systems performance, resilience, and management decision-support systems. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1997) M.S. in Civil Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology (1991) B.S. in Civil Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology (1990) Dr. Gharaibeh's research program addresses critical infrastructure challenges through computational methodologies for mitigating gradual deterioration and disaster-induced damage. His work spans pavement, bridge, and stormwater systems with pioneering contributions to citizen-science infrastructure monitoring, enabling community-driven data collection and decision-making processes. He develops decision-support tools for resource allocation, maintenance planning, and project selection while advancing sustainable community resilience frameworks through hazard informatics and infrastructure management systems. No information regarding scientific awards was provided in the source material. Details about graduate student supervision and research grants are not specified in the available documentation. Dr. Gharaibeh leads an active research team focused on computational infrastructure modeling and community-engaged monitoring systems, with ongoing projects targeting real-world implementation of resilience strategies.

Gilbert Yeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Automation in Engineering
• AI in Construction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yang (Gilbert) Ye is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northeastern University, joining in January 2025. His research focuses on human-AI/robot teaming, automation in engineering, and assistive technologies, with a particular emphasis on human-centric robotics and sensorimotor processes. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida (2024), advised by Dr. Eric Jing Du. **Affiliations**: Member of ASCE, IEEE, and HFES. His work integrates VR/AR, robotics (e.g., drones, exoskeletons), and AI to enhance civil engineering workflows and workforce training. He leads the Ye Lab, actively recruiting PhD students and postdocs with coding experience (Python/C++/C#) and backgrounds in engineering or computer science. **Key Research Themes**: Human-robot interaction, construction automation, exoskeleton training, and delayed feedback mitigation in teleoperation. Over 20 peer-reviewed publications in journals like ASCE JoCEN, IEEE Access, and Advanced Engineering Informatics. **Lab Opportunities**: PhD/postdoc applicants require strong academic records (GPA ≥3.5) and coding skills. Undergrad/master students can apply for thesis/research roles. Funding covers tuition, insurance, and stipends.

Carole Voulgarisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Planning
• Transportation Systems
• Sustainable Mobility
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carole Voulgaris is an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design (GSD), where she teaches courses on transportation economics, urban analytics, and planning methods. She holds a PhD in Urban Planning from UCLA, an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, and Civil Engineering degrees from Brigham Young University. Her research focuses on travel behavior decision-making, transportation policy, and quantitative metrics for urban environments. She leads the Laboratory for Design Technologies at GSD and has professional experience in transportation planning, including roles at Utah Transit Authority and Transpo Group. Education: PhD in Urban Planning, UCLA MBA, University of Notre Dame Bachelor's and Master's in Civil Engineering, Brigham Young University Research Interests: Dr. Voulgaris explores how urban design influences travel choices and how transportation institutions use data to shape policy. Her work emphasizes equity in mobility access, sustainable infrastructure, and the accuracy of ridership forecasts for transit projects. She has pioneered methods to measure built environment impacts on travel behavior, including studies on school travel patterns and edge-lane road safety. Key Contributions: Her research has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the 2017 Barclay Gibbs Jones Dissertation Prize and the 2019 TRB Fred Burggraf Award. Her recent work examines pandemic-era transit equity, cycling safety disparities, and innovative approaches to urban satisfaction metrics. Teaching & Grants: She instructs core urban planning studios and advanced courses like Transportation Economics and Travel Behavior Forecasting. Her projects include the Highlands’ Harvest studio (Spring 2020) and collaborations with the Laboratory for Design Technologies. She has secured research funding from federal transportation agencies and the GSD. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Laboratory for Design Technologies, focusing on integrating technology into urban planning practices.