جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mircea NĂSTĂSOIUمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tractors and Special Vehicles
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Automotive Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Mircea NĂSTĂSOIU is affiliated with the Department of Automotive and Transport Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Brasov. His research focuses on tractors and special vehicles, internal combustion engines, and automotive engineering applications. He has contributed to studies on tractor performance optimization, emission reduction in diesel vehicles, and hydraulic systems design for construction equipment. Research interests include agricultural machinery design, vehicle dynamics, and environmental impact assessment of road vehicles. His recent work explores energy consumption comparisons between electric, hybrid, and traditional vehicles using WLTP driving cycles. Selected publications span topics from excavator hydraulic cylinder placement optimization to CO2 emission standards compliance for diesel engines. No scientific awards or specific grants are listed in the provided information.

• Aerospace Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Phillip Swann is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Southern Queensland, affiliated with the Institute for Advanced Engineering and Space Sciences. His research focuses on aerospace engineering, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer in advanced engineering systems. Education: BEng(Hons) from Queensland University of Technology, PhD from Queensland University of Technology His work emphasizes experimental analysis of high-speed aerodynamics, hypersonic facilities, and supercritical CO2 systems. Recent contributions include optimizing thrust reduction systems for blast nozzles and advancing heat transfer models for turbomachinery. Dr. Swann leads projects involving facility reconfiguration for hypersonic testing and is actively involved in experimental data validation for thermal dynamics. His research trends highlight innovation in propulsion systems, acoustic noise mitigation, and thermal management for extreme environments. He has contributed to both foundational engineering research and applied technologies for aerospace and energy sectors.

Robert Heskethمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability
• Environmental Engineering
• Green Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Robert Hesketh is a Full Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rowan University's Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware and the University of Illinois, respectively. His research focuses on sustainability, green engineering, process optimization, and computational methods. Key areas include novel separations (crystallization, adsorption), reaction engineering (green chemistry, combustion kinetics), and fluid dynamics (agitation, multiphase flow). Recent work emphasizes machine learning applications in sustainability, such as predicting environmental impacts and optimizing industrial processes like pipeline flushing. He has collaborated with industry partners like Johnson Matthey on projects involving PGM recovery and green engineering design. Hesketh is also active in advancing pedagogical innovation, including student-industry collaboration programs and integrating computational tools (Python/MATLAB) into curricula. His work has been recognized through over 120 publications and grants totaling $1.3M in funding. Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware; B.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Illinois. Research Interests: Sustainability engineering, green chemical processes, fluid dynamics, and AI-driven process design. His projects address environmental challenges through interdisciplinary approaches, combining experimental and computational methods. Grants & Awards: Led three industry-funded grants (2013–2016) focusing on green engineering and PGM recovery. His work bridges academia and industry, fostering innovation in sustainable manufacturing and pollution prevention.

John Farnsworthمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Aerodynamics
• Flow Control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Farnsworth is an Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. He serves as Director of the Aerospace Mechanics Research Center (AMReC) and the Research and Engineering Center for Unmanned Vehicles (RECUV). His expertise lies in experimental fluid dynamics, particularly in flow control, unsteady aerodynamics, and wind tunnel testing. Farnsworth holds a PhD, MS, and BS in Aeronautical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2011, 2007, 2006). His research focuses on image-based flow velocimetry, fluid-structure interaction, and biologically inspired flight. Notable contributions include studies on wind turbine aerodynamics, synthetic jet dynamics, and stall flutter mechanisms. He has developed novel wind tunnel systems like the WindCline for wildfire combustion analysis and the unsteady low-speed wind tunnel with louver systems. Awards include the Michael A. Sadowsky Prize (2007) and NSF Graduate Fellowship Honorable Mention (2006–2007). His work bridges computational and experimental methods, emphasizing practical applications in aerospace systems and environmental fluid dynamics. Key collaborations include investigations into wind turbine blade aerodynamics under varying inflow conditions and active flow control strategies for flexible wings. His labs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in aerodynamics, propulsion, and unmanned vehicle systems.

Gerry Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Combustion Systems
• Turbulence Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gerry Schneider is a Professor at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the faculty as a full-time academic. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), combustion systems, turbulence modeling, and thermal engineering. He has expertise in applying CFD to optimize industrial equipment such as air-cooled condensers, ejector systems, and gas turbine components. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications in renewable energy, aerospace, and environmental systems. Key research areas include improving turbulence models for wind turbine performance, analyzing heat transfer in micro/nano-scale systems, and investigating pollutant formation in combustion chambers. His studies often integrate advanced simulation techniques with experimental validation to address challenges in energy efficiency and sustainable technologies. Recent trends in his publications emphasize CFD-ANN hybrid methods, optimization of thermal systems under extreme conditions, and detailed chemistry modeling of soot formation in flames. He has collaborated on projects involving wind turbine aerodynamics, ejector nozzle design, and phase-change material applications in energy storage. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, but his prolific publication record indicates significant contributions to academic and industrial partnerships.

• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence and Pollutant Dispersion
• Internal Combustion Engines
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adjunct Professor Richard Brown from Queensland University of Technology's Faculty of Engineering leads the Environmental Fluid Mechanics Group while directing the Biofuel Engine Research Facility. With expertise in Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics (thermofluids), his work spans renewable energy systems, engine emissions analysis, and environmental pollutant dispersion. Over 6,200 Scopus citations and $5M+ in research grants highlight his academic impact. PhD in Mechanical Engineering (University of Sydney) Bachelor of Theology (Sydney College of Divinity) Bachelor of Engineering (University of Technology Sydney) Research emphasizes applied thermodynamics , internal combustion engine optimization , and alternative fuel development through projects like: 2015-2018 VIED-funded shipping emissions monitoring 2014-2018 ARC-funded satellite river flow monitoring 2012-2015 peak3 P/L diesel filtration studies 2008-2010 ARC-funded photocatalytic water treatment His 2025 publications focus on ship emission modeling , reduced chemical kinetics , and biofuel nanostructural analysis . Professional roles include conference co-chair (Australasian Fluid Mechanics Conference 2020) and editorial positions for environmental engineering proceedings. Teaching innovations feature interactive web tutorials and museum-based thermodynamics labs.

SALİH UĞUR BAYÇAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrometallurgy
• Leaching operations
• Corrosion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Salih Uğur Bayça is a distinguished academic affiliated with Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University's Rafet Kayış Faculty of Engineering, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. His research focuses on hydrometallurgy, boriding processes, corrosion resistance, ceramic engineering, and mineral processing. He has supervised key projects on alternative boron compounds for steel treatments and hydrogen storage in magnesium nanostructures. 2024–Present: Professor, Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University 2014–2024: Assistant/Associate Professor, Kirikkale University 1998–2014: Doctor Lecturer, Celal Bayar University His publications (1997–2025) span boriding techniques , corrosion resistance , leaching kinetics , and ceramic material optimization . Recent works explore steel coating durability, radiation shielding with boronized alloys, and sustainable waste processing. He has edited Frontiers in Metals and Alloys (2024) and served on international symposium technical committees.

• Energy Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Thermal Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tomas Persson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Energy and Environmental Technology at Dala University's School of Information and Engineering. His research focuses on energy efficiency, renewable energy systems, and sustainable thermal technologies. He teaches courses such as Combined Heat and Power Systems and Solar Thermal Design. Recent publications emphasize biomass combustion optimization, ventilation strategies in buildings, and low-temperature heating systems for greenhouses. His work integrates technical innovation with environmental sustainability, addressing challenges in building energy performance, HVAC systems, and agricultural energy use. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided text. Persson has coordinated several academic projects and maintains active research collaborations in sustainable energy fields.

Anna Petrigمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Maritime Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• Law of International Organizations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna Petrig is a Professor of International Law and Public Law at the University of Basel since 2017. Her expertise spans maritime law (especially security, human rights at sea, and autonomous systems), international humanitarian law, law of international organizations, and the interplay between international and national legal systems. Education: LL.M. from Harvard Law School (Fulbright Scholar, 2007); Doctorate in Human Rights at Sea (University of Basel, 2013); Law degree specializing in European law (University of Friborg, 2003). Professional highlights include serving on Friborg’s Constitutional Council (2002-2005), legal work with the ICRC, and postdoc research at the Raoul Wallenberg Institute and Max Planck Institute. Research interests emphasize legal frameworks for emerging maritime technologies, maritime security governance, and human rights protection in maritime contexts. Her work bridges international legal norms with practical implementation challenges. Awards include the Fulbright Scholarship and SNF Postdoc Mobility Scholarship. Active in interdisciplinary projects addressing maritime decarbonization, autonomous systems regulation, and socio-economic dimensions of maritime transport. Advising roles include mentoring graduate students in international law and maritime policy. Collaborates globally on initiatives such as the IAMU Conference and EU-funded maritime innovation projects.

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Bioenergy Systems
• Sustainable Land Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marcos Djun Barbosa Watanabe is a Senior Researcher at the Industrial Ecology (IndEcol) Programme within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU. His research focuses on prospective life-cycle assessment (LCA) of energy systems, bioenergy, sustainable land management for biofuels, and climate change mitigation strategies. He holds a background from a postdoctoral fellowship at IndEcol/EPT, specializing in LCA of biofuel production for maritime applications. His work emphasizes modeling tools for evaluating bioenergy systems' environmental impacts, integrating biomass availability and value chain configurations. Research interests include advanced biofuel production technologies (e.g., Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, hydrothermal liquefaction), renewable energy integration in industrial processes, and policy-driven decarbonization pathways. Key areas of focus are aviation, maritime, and heavy-duty transport sectors' transition to sustainable fuels. Publications span techno-economic and environmental assessments of bioenergy systems, with emphasis on Brazil's sugarcane industry and European policy contexts. Recent work explores Power-to-X fuels, hydrogen-based biofuels, and land-use strategies for climate mitigation. Outreach activities include lectures on hydrogen-based fuels' climate impacts and presentations at international biomass conferences. He collaborates with institutions like the Norwegian Centre for Sustainable Bio-based Fuels and Energy. Labs/Teams: Active in the IndEcol Programme, focusing on industrial ecology and sustainability science. Collaborates with global research networks on bioenergy and climate policy.

• Combustion
• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermal Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Gruber is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Thermal Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Engineering. Her primary research focuses on high-resolution numerical modeling of turbulent and reactive flows using Direct Numerical Simulation (DNS), with an emphasis on hydrogen and ammonia combustion. She has led multiple projects, including BIGH2/Phase III (2018–2021), NCCS/Task 5 (2017–2024), and DiHI-Tech (2018–2021), addressing hydrogen/ammonia-fired gas turbine combustors and combustion system fundamentals. Her work spans combustion optimization, emissions reduction, and autoignition dynamics in reheat systems. Research interests include flame stabilization, combustion instabilities, and low-emission strategies for carbon-free fuels. Recent projects investigate rich-quench-lean staging for ammonia combustion and hydrogen reheat flames in gas turbines. Her contributions to DNS and computational models have advanced understanding of turbulent reactive flows and combustion dynamics at extreme conditions. Key publications from 2023–2025 explore ammonia/hydrogen flame chemistry, emission quantification (NO, N2O), and combustion system design for offshore and industrial applications. Gruber’s work bridges fundamental combustion science with engineering solutions for sustainable energy systems.

• Turbulence Modelling
• Plasma Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Greg Colyer is a Stipendiary Lecturer in Physics at Trinity College, University of Oxford, and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Oxford Thermofluids Institute (OTI). His academic roles bridge theoretical physics and applied engineering research. He holds a doctoral degree in Theoretical Physics from Oxford, focusing on turbulent energy transport in plasma experiments. Previously, he conducted postdoctoral research in planetary atmospheric dynamics at Oxford and the University of Exeter, alongside commercial IT experience and international standards work with the JPEG committee. Education: PhD in Theoretical Physics (University of Oxford) His research interests span turbulence modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) optimization, plasma simulation, and energy transport in fusion contexts. Current projects include upgrading the Oxford Turbine Research Facility to simulate variable engine environments through controlled turbulence. Recent work involves analyzing Saturn's atmospheric dynamics using Cassini mission data and advancing plasma turbulence theories relevant to fusion reactors like MAST. His publications address topics ranging from planetary climate modeling to plasma physics in fusion devices. Collaborations include projects with institutions like Culham Centre for Fusion Energy and international teams analyzing planetary data. Greg’s interdisciplinary approach integrates numerical analysis with experimental validation, contributing to both foundational science and engineering applications.

Bjørn Christian Dueholmمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Diesel Engine Technology
• Lubrication Systems
• Marine Propulsion
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Bjørn Christian Dueholm is a Research Fellow at Aalborg University's Department of Materials and Production within The Faculty of Engineering and Science. His work focuses on advanced engineering solutions for marine propulsion systems and pharmaceutical manufacturing. He maintains an active research profile with recent publications spanning diesel engine technology, lubrication systems, and aseptic production methodologies. His primary research interests include: Diesel Engine Technology and Marine Propulsion Systems Numerical Simulation of Engine Processes Lubrication Systems for Two-Stroke Engines Scavenging Process Optimization Aseptic Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industrial Metaverse Applications Dueholm's publication trends demonstrate consistent expertise in mechanical engineering with a specialization in marine diesel engine systems. His recent work shows increasing diversification into pharmaceutical manufacturing innovation and digital production systems. The research output spans high-impact journals and conference proceedings with strong industry relevance. Current projects include: AP2030: BRD Aseptic Factory 2030 (2023-2027) - focusing on aseptic production systems for pharmaceutical applications Recent completion of Cylinder Lubrication of two-stroke diesel engines project (2020-2023) His research methodology combines advanced numerical simulation with experimental validation, particularly in the areas of fluid dynamics and thermal engineering as applied to engine systems and production technology.

Zhichao Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Liquid fuel spray
• Combustion
• Hydrogen diffusion and embrittlement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zhichao Zhang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering at Northumbria University, where he joined in 2020. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Newcastle University (2015–2019) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands (2019–2020). His research focuses on combustion science, renewable fuels, and sustainable energy systems, with particular emphasis on hydrogen diffusion in turbine blades, liquid fuel spray dynamics, and pollutant emission reduction. Key research interests include liquid fuel spray characterization, combustion optimization in gas turbines and diesel engines, hydrogen diffusion mechanisms, and the development of renewable fuels. He has conducted EPSRC-funded projects on fuel pre-treatment for combustion improvement and NSFC-funded studies on bio-jet fuel blends. Additional projects include BNSF-funded work on particulate emission indices in GDI engines. Dr. Zhang’s work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy, climate action, and industrial innovation. His experimental and numerical studies often employ CFD simulations and advanced diagnostic techniques to analyze fuel spray behavior, combustion dynamics, and material degradation under extreme conditions. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Newcastle University, UK (2015–2019) Grants & Projects: EPSRC: 'Investigation into Fuel Pre-treatments for Combustion Improvement on a Compression Ignition Engine' NSFC: 'Fundamental Study of Quasi-hydrous Ethanol and Bio-jet Fuel Blends' BNSF: 'Establishment of Particulate Emission Index on GDI Engines' His research outputs span high-impact journals like Applied Energy , Fuel , and Energy , with a focus on advancing sustainable energy technologies. He holds a patent for a commercial product related to fuel spray optimization.

• Biogas Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Syngas Combustion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ulugbek Azimov is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical and Construction Engineering Department at Northumbria University, specializing in combustion engineering, renewable energy systems, and advanced material science. He holds a PhD in Philosophy and has over two decades of research experience in biofuel combustion, CFD modeling, and sustainable energy technologies. His work focuses on optimizing engine performance, reducing emissions, and developing eco-friendly materials for energy storage and pollution control. Research Interests: - Biogas and syngas combustion in engines - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for pollutant dispersion and thermal management - Phase change materials and nanomaterials for energy applications - Biofuel production from microalgae and agricultural waste - Engine emissions reduction strategies - Sustainable hydropower and tidal energy systems Recent work highlights include groundbreaking studies on biodiesel production from microalgae, ammonia distribution modeling in livestock farms, and thermal performance analysis of novel nanocomposites. His research bridges fundamental science with industrial applications, addressing global challenges in energy sustainability and environmental protection. Awards: IET Excellence and Innovation Award (2024) Supervised Work: 5 PhD/MSc students focusing on bioenergy systems, CFD modeling, and advanced materials Labs/Teams: Active collaborations in Northumbria’s Energy Research Group and international networks on renewable energy technologies