جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Magdalena Krolمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Contaminant Transport Modeling
• Innovative Groundwater Remediation Technologies
• Microbially Influenced Corrosion of Used Nuclear Fuel Containers
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Magdalena Krol is an Associate Professor at the Lassonde School of Engineering , York University , specializing in Environmental Engineering within the Civil Engineering department. She holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto and M.E.Sc./B.E.Sc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Western Ontario. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario Co-founder of the iWaTER Lab for interdisciplinary water research Research Focus Her work bridges groundwater remediation and nuclear waste management , utilizing numerical modeling to address: Subsurface gas dynamics during thermal remediation Migration of nano-scale zero valent iron (nZVI) particles Microbially influenced corrosion in nuclear repositories Green roof hydrology and CO2 sequestration modeling Publication Trends Her recent articles focus on BTEX biodegradation , bisulfide transport in bentonite , and coupled geothermal remediation systems , reflecting her expertise in contaminant hydrogeology and engineered environmental solutions . Scientific Recognition NSERC Post Doctoral Fellowship Early Career Award (International Association of Hydrogeologists) Lassonde Excellence in Graduate Mentorship Award Lassonde Innovation Award Dr. Krol actively mentors students like Aditi Chowdhury and collaborates on deep geological repository safety and thermal remediation optimization.

Dan Edidinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Algebraic Geometry
• Machine Learning
• Topology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dan Edidin is Professor of Mathematics at the University of Missouri's College of Arts and Science, holding a Ph.D. from MIT (1991). His research spans algebraic geometry, machine learning, and topological methods in data science. Current investigations address phase retrieval problems over Lie groups, moduli space invariants, and orbit recovery algorithms. His work connects abstract algebraic geometry with applications in signal processing and cryo-electron microscopy reconstruction. Recent publications develop theoretical frameworks for signal recovery from invariant moments, K-theoretic analyses of moduli stacks, and sample complexity bounds for cryo-EM imaging. This interdisciplinary research bridges pure mathematics with computational imaging challenges.

Drew Marquardtمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biophysics
• Membrane Biology
• Lipid Dynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Drew Marquardt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Windsor. His research focuses on biomembrane structure and dynamics, particularly using neutron and X-ray scattering techniques. He holds a PhD in Physics from Brock University (2014) and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Graz (Austria) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (USA). Research Interests : Biomembrane mimetics, lipid-small molecule interactions, pulmonary surfactant function, and compact accelerator-based neutron sources (CANS). His work bridges physics, chemistry, and biology to address fundamental questions in health and disease, including vitamin E's antioxidant role and vaping-related lung injury mechanisms. Selected Projects : Development of asymmetric lipid vesicles for realistic membrane models Biophysical mechanisms of vitamin E in lipid membranes Neutron scattering-based studies of lipid dynamics and domain formation Pulmonary surfactant stability under vaping toxin exposure Design of a Canadian CANS facility for neutron research Collaborations : Industry partnerships with Catalent Inc. for lipid-based drug delivery systems. Active in national neutron science initiatives, including the Canadian Institute for Neutron Scattering.

Paul Mannsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mathematical Optimization
• PDE-Constrained Optimization
• Integer Programming
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Paul Manns is an Assistant Professor of Optimization at TU Dortmund University's Department of Mathematics, appointed in 2021. His research specializes in mathematical optimization involving partial differential equations and integer constraints, with emphasis on regularization techniques and trust-region algorithms. Education includes: Ph.D. in Mathematics, TU Braunschweig (2019) Computational Engineering studies, TU Darmstadt Prior research experience includes positions at Heidelberg University, TU Braunschweig, and Argonne National Laboratory (USA), including a James H Wilkinson Fellowship. Recent publications develop novel methods for mixed-integer control problems, domain decomposition, and convergence analysis in non-convex optimization spaces.

Xiangyu Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Radiative Cooling
• Atmospheric Water Harvesting
• Solar Desalination
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xiangyu Li serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville since August 2022, following a Postdoctoral Associate position at MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering (2019-2022) where he researched building energy efficiency, radiative cooling, and water harvesting technologies. His academic foundation includes a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (2018) and a Bachelor of Science from Tsinghua University, Beijing (2012). This rigorous training underpins his interdisciplinary approach to sustainability challenges. Dr. Li's research tackles the water-energy-climate nexus through fundamental thermal science and materials innovation. His work spans: Radiative cooling for building efficiency (notably the Guinness World Record-holding 'whitest paint') Atmospheric water harvesting in arid environments Solar desalination and thermal energy storage systems High-temperature heat exchanger design using novel ceramics His methodology combines nanoscale thermal transport studies with scalable system engineering to address global sustainability challenges. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strategic research trajectory: early work established foundational thermal transport principles in nanomaterials, while current research focuses on commercial-scale implementation of water/energy technologies. Key trends include machine learning integration for materials discovery, multi-cyclic atmospheric water harvesting systems, and standardization frameworks for radiative cooling performance assessment. Major recognitions include: 2021 R&D 100 Awards Finalist for radiative cooling technology Guinness World Record for developing the world's whitest paint (2021) Cover Article designation in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces with global media coverage (BBC, CNN, WSJ) As an active scientific contributor, Dr. Li serves as reviewer for Nature Energy, Nature Communications, and other leading journals while co-chairing sessions at the Materials Research Society meetings. He directs the WISE Lab which bridges fundamental research with real-world water-energy solutions through industry partnerships and NSF-funded projects. The Water Innovation, Sustainable Energy (WISE) Lab under Dr. Li's leadership operates as an interdisciplinary hub where thermal science, materials engineering, and system design converge. Current initiatives include developing autonomous atmospheric water harvesters for drought-prone regions and high-efficiency thermal storage for renewable energy integration, with strong industry collaboration for technology transfer.

Nicole McFarlaneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electrical Engineering
• Microelectronics
• Biosensors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicole McFarlane is an Associate Professor in the Min H. Kao Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), where she also holds the TCE Advance Professor title. She is affiliated with the Tickle College of Engineering and leads the Micro-Bio-Electronics Group (MLAB), focused on advanced sensor technologies. Education: Nicole McFarlane earned a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park (2010), and dual bachelor's (BS, 2001) and master's (MS, 2003) degrees in Electrical Engineering from Howard University, Washington D.C. Research Interests: Her work centers on developing compact, efficient sensor systems using mixed-signal CMOS strategies and nanotechnology. Applications span electrochemical biosensors, point-of-care medical devices, nuclear imaging panels, and hardware security for embedded systems. The MLAB lab emphasizes cost-effective, scalable solutions for healthcare, military, and research domains. Article Trends: Recent publications (2024) highlight innovations in perimeter-gated SPAD arrays for cryptographic security, silicon photomultipliers for nuclear imaging, and asynchronous readout architectures. 2023 work includes multimodal gesture recognition systems and pH sensors with integrated encryption. These studies reflect her focus on merging cutting-edge CMOS technologies with secure, multifunctional sensor design. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly listed in the provided texts. Advising & Grants: Nicole advises students in the Kao Department's graduate and undergraduate programs. While specific advisee names are not provided here, her research is supported by grants in microelectronics and sensor integration. She has pioneered portable biosensor systems, including wireless pH-impedance devices and encryption architectures for wearable health monitors. Labs & Teams: As founder/leader of the Micro-Bio-Electronics Group (MLAB), she oversees projects combining CMOS fabrication with nano/micro-fabrication techniques. The lab explores applications ranging from implantable medical sensors to battlefield-ready detection systems, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.

Joseph Scalia IVمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geoenvironmental Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Contaminant Hydrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joseph Scalia IV is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU), affiliated with the College of Engineering. Prior to joining CSU, he worked as a senior associate at Exponent (formerly Failure Analysis Associates) in their Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice. His research focuses on geoenvironmental and geotechnical engineering, particularly the intersection of soil mechanics with contaminant hydrology, environmental engineering, and mine waste management. Scalia holds a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Bucknell University and M.S. and Ph.D. in Geological Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He leads the Geoenvironmental Lab, which addresses challenges in tailings management, unsaturated terramechanics, and barrier systems for environmental protection. Education: Ph.D., Geological Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2012) M.S., Geological Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2009) B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Bucknell University (2007) Research interests include geotechnical stability of tailings storage facilities, hydraulic conductivity of waste materials, and innovative containment systems. His work integrates field experimentation, laboratory testing, and numerical modeling to solve environmental and geotechnical challenges. Recent studies emphasize soil moisture dynamics in mine tailings, chemico-osmotic effects in clay barriers, and polymer-enhanced geosynthetic clay liners for waste containment. Labs/Teams: Geoenvironmental Lab : Focuses on tailings engineering, landfill covers, and geoenvironmental barrier systems. Advancing barrier systems for contaminated sites and optimizing landfill cover designs are central themes. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained contributions to environmental geotechnics and mine waste management.

Patrick J Frawleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aerodynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Crystallization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrick J Frawley is a Professor at the University of Limerick, affiliated with the Bernal Institute, SSPC - the SFI Research Centre for Pharmaceuticals, and the School of Engineering. His research focuses on aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and crystallization processes in pharmaceuticals. He has extensive expertise in particle dynamics, nucleation mechanisms, and material science applications in drug formulation. His work addresses challenges in pharmaceutical crystallization, including impurity effects on paracetamol, crystal size distribution optimization, and drug compressibility. Collaborations span academic and industrial partners, emphasizing sustainable drug development aligned with UN SDGs. Over 62 peer-reviewed publications highlight his contributions to CFD modeling, particle-wall collision analysis, and process scale-up methodologies. Research interests include fluid dynamics, solid-state chemistry, and the integration of CFD with population balance models for industrial crystallization systems. Recent studies explore the mechanistic underpinnings of secondary nucleation and its link to mixing hydrodynamics, advancing scalable production techniques.

Samina S. Masoodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Field Theory
• Astrophysics
• Plasma Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samina S. Masood is a Professor and Program Director of Physics in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL). Her research focuses on quantum field theories, planetary atmospheres, compact stars, nucleosynthesis, and the effects of magnetic fields on particles and biological systems. She actively investigates propagation of particles in hot and dense media, bacterial growth under weak magnetic fields, and physics education trends. Her work bridges theoretical physics and biophysical systems, with notable contributions to understanding neutron star dynamics and pandemic impacts on STEM enrollment. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (university unspecified) Research interests span astrophysics, biophysics, and quantum phenomena. Her studies on magnetic field interactions include their effects on bacterial growth rates, antibiotic efficacy, and antibiotic susceptibility. She also explores how magnetic fields influence electron transport in nanomaterials and lepton behavior in extreme astrophysical environments. Her work on nucleosynthesis addresses primordial and neutron star processes, while her physics education research analyzes enrollment declines and strategies to enhance STEM recruitment. Recent publications highlight trends in physics enrollment, electromagnetic wave propagation in dense media, and computational studies of QED plasma at high temperatures. She has published extensively on topics like Casimir effects in dense systems and proton transfer mechanisms in weak magnetic fields. Dr. Masood teaches advanced physics courses including Mathematical Methods, Quantum Mechanics, and Electrodynamics. Her research teams collaborate on projects such as computational modeling of relativistic plasmas and experimental investigations of bacterial responses to magnetic fields.

Michael Sherwinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Applied Decision Analytics
• Reliability Optimization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Sherwin is an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at Duquesne University’s Palumbo-Donahue School of Business. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering and Graduate Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh. His academic journey includes teaching and developing courses in supply chain management, operations, quality systems, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. Prior to academia, he spent 15+ years in industry roles across nuclear power, defense, metals, and aerospace sectors. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Mississippi State University M.B.A., Carnegie Mellon University M.S. in Industrial Engineering, Penn State University B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, Penn State University Research focuses on applied decision analytics, reliability optimization, and risk mitigation in critical supply chains. He also explores Industry 4.0 applications in teaching methodologies. Professional credentials include ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt, Pennsylvania Professional Engineer licensure, and Certified Training Partner status with ASQ. He contributes to the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the Logistics and Supply Chain Division Board of Directors. Publications emphasize stochastic programming, fault tree analysis, and supply chain resilience. Teaching innovations include adapting engineering capstone courses during the pandemic. His industry experience informs practical approaches to bridging academic theory and real-world supply chain challenges.

Bradley W. Carrollمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrophysics
• Stellar Pulsations
• Neutron Stars
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bradley W. Carroll is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Weber State University. His primary affiliations include academic leadership in astrophysics education and research, with significant contributions to theoretical astrophysics and physics pedagogy. He has co-authored seminal textbooks in astrophysics and developed educational software used in physics instruction globally. Carroll's research spans stellar pulsations, neutron star physics, accretion disk dynamics, and computational astrophysics. He maintains active interests in physics education innovation, particularly through multimedia tools and simulations. His work consistently bridges theoretical astrophysics with practical teaching methodologies, enhancing astronomy education at multiple levels. His publication portfolio demonstrates a strong focus on stellar phenomena, pedagogical advancements, and computational applications. Recent works emphasize integrating technology into physics education while maintaining foundational research in variable stars and compact objects. The interdisciplinary nature of his output connects astrophysics, computational modeling, and educational theory. Carroll actively contributes to academic outreach through public lectures on topics ranging from Archimedes' achievements to modern astrophysics. He maintains collaborations with educational software developers and participates in physics education research conferences.

Alex Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• High Energy Astrophysics
• Neutron Stars
• Black Holes
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alex Chen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Washington University in St. Louis. He is affiliated with the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences and leads a research group focused on astrophysical plasma dynamics. His work involves GPU-based supercomputer simulations to study radiative processes and plasma physics near compact objects like neutron stars and black holes. Alex holds a PhD in Physics from Columbia University (2017) and has held postdoctoral positions at Princeton University’s Department of Astrophysical Sciences and JILA at the University of Colorado Boulder. His research expertise spans multi-wavelength pulsar emission mechanisms, fast radio bursts (FRBs), magnetic reconnection in extreme environments, and gamma-ray flares from active galactic nuclei (AGN). Research interests include: High Energy Astrophysics Neutron Stars and Magnetars Black Hole Magnetospheres Relativistic Plasma Simulations Radiation Physics in Strong Magnetic Fields AI Applications in Medicine and Astronomy Notable grants include a 2023 NSF award co-led with Yuan to simulate pulsar magnetospheres. His recent studies highlight interdisciplinary efforts, such as evaluating AI systems in medicine and developing open-source tools like the CompactObject package for neutron star analysis. Alex also contributes to the HEX-P X-ray probe project targeting magnetars. Labs/Teams: His research group collaborates with the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences, leveraging advanced computational frameworks like APERTURE and Gemini 1.5 to tackle complex astrophysical problems. He emphasizes mentorship through initiatives like undergraduate research programs.

Christian Wolfمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Growth of supermassive black holes
• Accretion discs
• Wide-field sky surveys
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Christian Wolf is an astronomer at the Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics within ANU College of Science. He holds a PhD from the Max-Planck-Institute for Astronomy (1999) and has held roles at the University of Oxford until 2013. His research focuses on supermassive black hole growth, accretion discs, wide-field surveys (LSST, eROSITA, SkyMapper), and gravitational-wave counterpart detection. He leads the SkyMapper Group and has contributed to projects like the COMBO-17 survey and All-sky Astrophysics (CAASTRO). His work includes discovering ultra-luminous quasars and studying galaxy evolution. Supervised students include Neelesh Amrutha, Zachary Steyn, and Ashley Hai Tung Tan. Over 130 publications span quasar studies, black hole dynamics, and survey methodologies. Education: PhD (1999), Max-Planck-Institute for Astronomy; Postdoctoral roles at MPIA Heidelberg (until 2001) and University of Oxford (STFC Fellow 2004-2009). Research interests emphasize observational cosmology, quasar variability, and multi-wavelength surveys. Key projects include the SkyMapper Southern Survey (DR2/4) and the AllBRICQS quasar survey. His publications often address black hole accretion, galaxy evolution, and survey techniques.

Roman Rafikovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• exoplanets
• planet formation and dynamics
• astrophysical fluid dynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Roman Rafikov is Professor of Astrophysics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) within the Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge. He has held this position since 2021, after serving as Reader in Astrophysics (2018-2021) and University Lecturer in Astrophysics (2016-2018) at DAMTP. Prior to his Cambridge appointments, he was Assistant Professor at Princeton University (2007-2015) and the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics at the University of Toronto (2005-2007). He was also a Visiting Faculty Member at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton (2015-2016). Rafikov's research focuses on exoplanets (around single and binary stars; young, main sequence, and evolved stars), planet formation and dynamics, astrophysical fluid dynamics, accretion disks (protoplanetary, disks in binaries, quasars), N-body and galactic dynamics, and high-energy astrophysics. His work spans theoretical modeling of planetary systems, fluid dynamics in astrophysical contexts, and gravitational wave sources. He is a member of the Geophysical and Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics research group at DAMTP. Rafikov's recent publications demonstrate his expertise in planet-disk interactions, protoplanetary and circumbinary disk structures, gravitational wave sources in stellar clusters, and the dynamics of compact object binaries. His research combines theoretical modeling with observational constraints, particularly using data from instruments like ALMA. His work has significant implications for understanding planet formation mechanisms and the evolution of binary systems that produce gravitational waves detectable by LIGO/Virgo. Rafikov maintains active collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions and has contributed to numerous studies in leading astrophysical journals including The Astrophysical Journal and Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.

• Photonics
• Astrophotonics
• Optics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

**Sergio Leon-Saval** is a Professor at the School of Physics , University of Sydney, and holds leadership roles as Director of the Sydney Astrophotonics Instrumentation Laboratory (SAIL) and Institute of Photonics and Optical Science (IPOS) . He earned his PhD from the University of Bath (UK, 2006) and has been at the University of Sydney since 2007. His research focuses on photonics, astrophotonics, optical fibres, and astronomical instrumentation, with over 90 journal articles and 220 conference papers, yielding 10,000+ citations and an h-index of 49. **Education**: PhD in Physics (University of Bath, 2006). **Research Interests**: Optics, photonics, astrophotonics, spectroscopy, astronomical instrumentation, and optical fibre devices. Aligns with University priorities in space exploration, climate science, and communication technologies. **Awards**: 2023 Optica Fellow, 2020 Knight’s Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic, 2019 ANZOS John Love Award, and 2016 ASA Peter McGregor Prize. He has supervised 14 PhD students, 2 Masters, and 6 Honours candidates. **Projects**: Developing photonic lanterns for ultra-precision astronomy, broadband starlight injection systems, and hyperspectral imaging for environmental monitoring. Collaborates with institutions like UNSW, AIP (Germany), and ANZOS. **Labs/Teams**: Leads SAIL and IPOS, overseeing research prototyping and academic partnerships. Active in global initiatives like the Hector spectrograph and QB50 CubeSat projects.