جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Seafood
• Supply Chain Monitoring
• New Product Development
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Dr. Janet Howieson is an Associate Professor at Curtin University's School of Molecular and Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. With over nine years of dedicated research at Curtin, she has established herself as a leading expert in seafood industry science, particularly in supply chain monitoring, value chain analysis, and new product development. Her academic foundation includes: PhD in Biology from Murdoch University (2001) M.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Western Australia (1988) B.Sc. (Hons) in Microbiology from Curtin University (1984) Dr. Howieson's research spans multiple critical domains within seafood science, including supply chain monitoring and intervention, value chain analysis and implementation, new product development, market strategy development, traceability systems, and waste and byproduct utilization. Her work bridges scientific research with practical industry applications, addressing complex challenges across the seafood value chain from production to consumer. She has recently expanded her expertise to include horticulture industry product development and waste utilization studies, demonstrating her ability to transfer knowledge across sectors. Her publication record reveals a strong trajectory toward sustainable aquaculture practices, with increasing focus on circular economy approaches. Recent work emphasizes alternative protein sources (particularly using insect larvae and fish waste), seafood quality control, and innovative waste utilization strategies. Her research consistently connects laboratory findings with commercial applications, making significant contributions to both academic knowledge and industry practice. Dr. Howieson's industry impact is recognized through prestigious awards: WA and National Seafood Industry People Development Award David Thomassen award for outstanding contribution to the Seafood CRC (2015) Curtin University Innovation and Commercialisation Award: Health Sciences (2014) WAFIC Research, Development and Extension Award (2013) As an academic leader, she has supervised multiple postgraduate students and secured over $3 million in research funding, primarily through the Seafood CRC. Her funded projects address critical industry needs from seafood health benefits to supply chain optimization. She has delivered training in seafood supply chain monitoring across Australia and internationally, reflecting her commitment to industry capacity building and knowledge transfer. Dr. Howieson maintains strong industry connections through leadership roles including Director at Large for the Women's Industry Network Seafood Community (2006-2011) and WINSC Board Member (2007-2011). Her international collaborations include serving as an invited scientist for the ACACA technical Exchange in China (2015) and leading seafood cold chain management training in Singapore (2014, 2015), highlighting her global impact in the field.

• Civil Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Transport Infrastructure
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sanjay Nimbalkar is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, with over two decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, railway infrastructure, and sustainable pavement design. As a Chartered Professional Civil Engineer (CPEng) and Fellow of Engineers Australia (FIEAust), he bridges theoretical research with practical applications in transport geotechnics. Developed pseudo-dynamic methods for earth-retaining structures Specializes in 3D finite element modeling, constitutive framework development, and field monitoring of infrastructure Recipient of multiple awards: Thomas Telford Premium (2014), Second Sussman Best Paper Prize (2019), and Editor's Choice Award (2020) His research examines nanomaterials for coastal infrastructure (Nano-MgO/SiO2), vibration isolation systems, and recycled materials for sustainable pavements. With over 225 research outputs and top 5% ranking in geotechnical engineering, his work addresses critical challenges in railway track stability, seawater corrosion resistance, and climate change mitigation. Supervising HDR candidates and serving as Adjunct Faculty at IIT Madras and Visiting Associate Professor at IIT Bombay, Nimbalkar leads contract research projects across Australia-India partnerships. His editorial roles span Frontiers in Built Environment, Canadian Geotechnical Journal, and Sustainability, while mentoring through Publons Academy and Engineers Without Borders Australia.

Enrique Daniel Gomezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Block Copolymer
• Conjugated Polymer
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Enrique Daniel Gomez is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the Materials Research Institute (MRI). With an impressive h-index of 45 and over 8,000 citations, he has established himself as a leading researcher in materials science and polymer engineering. His research spans multiple cutting-edge areas including block copolymers, conjugated polymers, organic solar cells, transmission electron microscopy, and cold sintering technology. The fingerprint analysis of his work reveals strong expertise in polymer science, particularly in Poly(3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT), conjugated polymers, and transmission electron microscopy of polymers. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward advanced materials characterization, sustainable manufacturing processes, and energy applications. His work increasingly integrates computational methods with experimental approaches, as seen in studies combining molecular dynamics with experimental validation and applying computer vision to materials testing. h-index: 45 Total Citations: 8,096 Research Outputs: 197 Professor Gomez has secured significant funding as Principal Investigator or Co-PI on 11 major research projects, including multiple National Science Foundation grants. His leadership extends to directing the Center for Membrane Applications, Science and Technology (MAST) and leading research on cold sintering manufacturing and conjugated polymer properties. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and sustainable materials. His laboratory focuses on advanced characterization of polymeric materials, membrane science and technology, and novel manufacturing techniques like cold sintering. The research group maintains strong collaborations across disciplines and with industry partners through the IUCRC program.

Mahmud Ashrafمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Engineering
• Timber Engineering
• Bamboo Structures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Mahmud Ashraf serves as Professor of Structural Engineering and Associate Head of School (Research) in the School of Engineering at Deakin University, Australia. He also holds prestigious positions as Distinguished Professor at Nanjing Forestry University, China, and Visiting Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales. His leadership extends to the Engineered Timber Structures Research Group at Deakin and the Deakin Digital Design and Engineering Centre (3DEC), where he serves as a research theme leader, demonstrating his significant influence in sustainable structural engineering. Professor Ashraf's academic foundation includes: Doctor of Philosophy from Imperial College London Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology His research trajectory has evolved from foundational work on stainless steel structures to pioneering sustainable materials research. Professor Ashraf is internationally recognized for his contributions to the Continuous Strength Method (CSM) and currently focuses on structural applications of renewable materials, particularly bamboo and timber. His work bridges engineering innovation with environmental sustainability, investigating structural performance of engineered bamboo products, developing ISO standards for structural bamboo, and exploring hybrid systems that combine renewable materials with high-strength alloys. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on sustainable construction solutions, with significant contributions to bamboo engineering, wooden dowel technology as metal fastener alternatives, and timber-bamboo composite systems. His work also extends into transportation engineering with studies on work zone safety, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his research program. Professor Ashraf's scientific contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards: Faculty Award for Teaching and Learning (2019) Confucius Fellowship (2011) William Mong Visiting Fellowship (2009) Best Speaker (PhD student) at Young Researchers Conference (2005) Commonwealth Scholar (PhD) (2003-2006) He actively mentors the next generation of engineers through comprehensive supervision of doctoral students working on cutting-edge research topics including cold-formed steel systems, 4D printing applications, and timber-framed construction. His research program is robustly supported by industry partners including XLam, AKD Softwoods, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Forest & Wood Products Australia, and the Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia. Professor Ashraf leads multiple research initiatives including the Engineered Timber Structures Research Group at Deakin University, serves on the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization (INBAR) task force, and acts as an academic adviser to WoodSolutions. His role as one of the founding chairs of the biennial conference on bio-composite materials and structures further underscores his leadership in advancing sustainable construction technologies globally.