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Michelle Cooteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Michelle Coote is the Matthew Flinders Professor in Chemistry at Flinders University’s College of Science and Engineering. She holds roles as Research Leader at the Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science & Technology and Executive Editor of the Journal of the American Chemical Society. Her research focuses on designing novel synthetic methods and catalysts, particularly using non-traditional approaches like electricity and light for bond activation. Coote completed a BSc(Hons) in industrial chemistry (UNSW, 1995) and a PhD in polymer chemistry (UNSW, 2000), followed by postdoctoral work at the University of Durham (UK) and Australian National University (ANU). She transitioned to Flinders University in 2023 after 19 years at ANU. Research Interests: Coote’s group integrates computational and experimental approaches to advance polymer chemistry, catalysis, and materials science. Key areas include RAFT polymerization, electrochemical synthesis, and photocatalytic reactions. Her work emphasizes sustainable methodologies and novel bond-activation strategies. Awards and Fellowships: Elected Fellow: Australian Academy of Science, Royal Society of Chemistry, Royal Australian Chemical Institute RACI Leighton Memorial Medal (2021), Cornforth Medal (2000), HG Smith Medal (2016) Georgina Sweet ARC Laureate Fellowship (2017–2022) International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry Prize for Young Scientists (2001) Grants and Funding: Extensive ARC funding including Future Fellowships (2010–2014) and Postdoctoral Fellowships (2002–2004). Her lab’s work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable clean energy and responsible consumption. Labs and Collaborations: Leads the Computer-Aided Chemical Design group at Flinders, collaborating globally on topics like electrostatic catalysis and green chemistry. Active in training early-career researchers through her supervisory roles.

Charles Robertsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Heterogeneous catalysis
• In situ spectroscopy
• Environmental catalysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Charles Roberts is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the Faculty of Science, University of Manitoba. His research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, environmental catalysis, and machine learning applications in materials science. Research interests span direct NOx decomposition, CO2 reduction, and in situ spectroscopy for catalyst characterization. Recent work emphasizes electrochemical systems, atomic layer deposition, and machine learning-aided catalyst design. Key trends in his publications include environmental remediation via catalysis, electrochemical CO2 capture, and spinel-based catalysts. He is affiliated with Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA) and contributes to sustainable energy and emissions control.

Claire Adjimanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Process Design
• Molecular Engineering
• Thermodynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Claire Adjiman is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and the Department of Chemical Engineering. She holds an MEng from Imperial College London and a PhD from Princeton University. Her research focuses on integrating molecular-level decisions into process design, emphasizing multiscale process and molecular/materials design, property prediction, and optimization algorithms. She collaborates extensively with industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals, and has licensed thermodynamic modeling software. Adjiman directs the Sargent Centre for Process Systems Engineering and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the RSC-IChemE journal MSDE. Adjiman's work bridges molecular-level decisions with process design, addressing limitations in traditional sequential decision-making. Her methodologies aim to enhance process economics and sustainability by expanding design spaces through computational tools. Key affiliations include the Agri Futures Lab, Centre for Advanced Therapeutics, and the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Her research spans topics like solvent design for pharmaceutical processes, CO 2 capture technologies, and crystal structure prediction. She emphasizes holistic approaches to reduce environmental impact and improve material/energy efficiency. Recent projects include the HiRECORD initiative for scalable CO 2 capture systems and the development of predictive models for drug manufacturing processes. Adjiman's contributions to computational methods, including the SAFT-γ Mie equation of state and optimization algorithms, underpin her work in advancing sustainable industrial processes. Her lab's innovations aim to transform traditional manufacturing practices through data-driven and integrated design strategies.

Goran Mihuljaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wood Processing
• Adhesives in Wood Technology
• Wood Gluing Techniques
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Goran Mihulja PhD is affiliated with the Department of Wood Technology at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology. His work focuses on advanced wood processing techniques, adhesive bonding mechanisms, and CNC machining optimization. He has held academic positions since 1999, progressing from junior assistant to his current role. Research interests include wood modification via thermal/chemical treatments, surface preparation for optimal adhesion, and industrial applications of CNC technology. His over 70 publications span topics like UV surface modification, particleboard formaldehyde reduction, and structural wood joint analysis. He teaches courses in furniture production and computer-aided woodworking in Croatian and English. Recent work emphasizes sustainable adhesives, UV curing effects on wood surfaces, and durability of thermally treated wood joints. His contributions bridge traditional woodworking with modern materials science, addressing both mechanical performance and environmental impacts. Affiliated with the Institute of Wood Science and Materials Technology, his research supports forest-based industries through innovations in material characterization and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.

• Alloy design
• Material characterization
• Atom probe tomography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aparna Saksena is a Research Fellow and Deputy Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials , leading projects in the Department Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design . Her work focuses on advanced materials for extreme environments, with expertise in alloy design, atom probe tomography, and hydrogen embrittlement studies. She holds a Dr.-Ing. from RWTH Aachen University and has conducted postdoctoral research at MPIE. Her research integrates experimental and computational methods to address challenges in materials science, including superalloy optimization, thin film catalysis, and radiation damage analysis. Saksena’s recent studies emphasize hydrogen’s role in material behavior, leveraging advanced microscopy and machine learning techniques. Publications since 2020 highlight contributions to lithium metal battery substrates, high-entropy alloys, and radiation-resistant materials. Her work bridges fundamental material science with industrial applications, particularly in sustainable energy and aerospace sectors.

• Particle Technology
• Crystallization Processes
• Biopharmaceuticals
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jerry Heng is a Professor in Particle Technology at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, and serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies. He holds affiliations with the Centre for Structural Biology, Electron Microscopy Centre, Energy Futures Lab, Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering, and the Vaccine Research Network. His expertise spans crystallization engineering, surface properties of powders, and biopharmaceutical purification. He earned a B.Eng from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and a PhD from Imperial College London, focusing on pharmaceutical solid surfaces. Research interests include controlling nucleation in small molecule crystallization, developing biocrystallisation for bioseparations, studying surface anisotropy in powders, and surface energy heterogeneity analysis. Notable contributions include the TiPOD concept for polymorphic control and selective nucleation in proteins. He leads the Surfaces and Particle Engineering Lab and has secured EPSRC funding for early career research. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches, addressing challenges in pharmaceutical manufacturing, sustainable materials, and protein purification. Recent articles focus on cocrystallization of natural products, silica nanoparticle applications, and peptide crystallization modeling. Awards include the EPSRC Manufacturing the Future Early Career Fellowship (2016-2021). Professor Heng emphasizes sustainability in chemical engineering education and has pioneered hybrid labs for experiential learning. His research extends to superhydrophobic surfaces for wastewater treatment and environmental impacts of bio-derived materials.

Katarzyna Świderekمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Enzyme Catalysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katarzyna Świderek is an Associate Professor at Universitat Jaume I (UJI) in Castelló, Spain, where she leads research at the Institute of Advanced Materials (INAM) within the Department of Physical and Analytical Chemistry. She serves as Senior Researcher in Computational Biochemistry group (RG9) and Project Leader for the DeProtCa initiative focused on enzyme design principles. Dr. Świderek earned her Master's (2007) and PhD (2011) degrees in Physical Chemistry from Lodz University of Technology, Poland, under Prof. P. Paneth. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at University of Valencia (2011-2014), University Jaume I (2015 onward), and a visiting position at University of Bath (2017). In December 2024, she was promoted from Ramon y Cajal fellow to Associate Professor (Profesor Titular). Her research focuses on theoretical studies of reactivity in cellular processes , with three main interconnected areas: Origin of biocatalysis Inhibition and drug design Design of biocatalysts Most of her work employs molecular dynamics (MD) simulations with hybrid QM/MM potentials to investigate enzymatic mechanisms, with applications spanning pharmaceutical, medical, and industrial domains. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on computational enzymology, particularly studying proteases (including SARS-CoV-2 Mpro), proteasome inhibition mechanisms, and enzyme design strategies. Her work increasingly integrates AI approaches with traditional computational methods, demonstrating evolution in the field toward more sophisticated predictive models for enzyme behavior. Dr. Świderek has secured multiple competitive research grants, including a recent Spanish Ministry of Science project (2025-2027) titled 'Deciphering the structural and kinetic principles of enzymes to design advanced protein-based catalysts for enhanced biocatalysis.' One of her studies on SARS-CoV-2 Mpro inhibition ranked in the top 5% of highly cited works from Royal Society of Chemistry Journals. She actively mentors graduate students including Carmen Ramos, Álvaro Serrano López de la Vieja, and Adrián Fernández de la Pradilla Ibáñez. Her research group collaborates internationally with institutions across Spain, Poland, USA, UK, Canada, and Italy, utilizing the T∙R∙I∙N∙I∙T∙Y computational cluster with 320 CPUs and multiple GPUs for their demanding simulations.

Lawrence M. Wolfمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organic Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lawrence M. Wolf is an Associate Professor of Chemistry in the College of Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His research focuses on computational and theoretical approaches to understanding organic and organometallic reaction mechanisms, with particular expertise in catalysis. Dr. Wolf's work bridges experimental chemistry with computational modeling to elucidate fundamental principles of chemical reactivity. Education: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2012), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Computational/Theoretical Chemistry (2016), Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung, Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany B.S. in Chemistry (2006), Drexel University, with Physics as supporting area Dr. Wolf's research interests center on developing modern reactivity models for elucidating reactivity and selectivity principles in transition metal-mediated catalysis and organocatalysis. His work employs computational chemistry approaches including quantum mechanical calculations, molecular dynamics simulations, and quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) methods. He has made significant contributions to understanding asymmetric phase transfer catalysis, palladium-mediated reactions, and ruthenium-catalyzed alkyne transformations. His research group applies strategies in computer-aided catalyst design to develop more efficient and selective catalytic systems. Analysis of Dr. Wolf's publication record reveals a strong focus on computational investigations of reaction mechanisms across organic and organometallic chemistry. His recent work has expanded into materials science applications, particularly regarding graphene functionalization and 2D materials. The research consistently combines theoretical calculations with experimental validation, demonstrating the power of computational chemistry to predict and explain chemical behavior. Key thematic areas include transition metal catalysis, reaction dynamics, and the development of computational tools for predicting stereoselectivity. Dr. Wolf has presented his research at numerous international conferences including the Symposium on Electronic Structure and Dynamics of Complex Systems in Beijing (2019), the International Kyoto Conference on New Aspects of Organic Chemistry (2015), and multiple Gordon Research Conferences. His presentations consistently focus on mechanistic insights gained through computational studies of catalytic reactions.

Mohammad Ghaleehمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Finite Element Analysis
• Materials and Structural Integrity
• Design
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Ghaleeh is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering & Design at the University of Northampton, affiliated with the Technology Centre for Advanced and Smart Technologies. He is actively involved in research, teaching, and industry collaboration, with a focus on structural integrity, design optimization, and advanced manufacturing technologies. He is accepting PhD students and willing to speak to the media. His research interests are centered on Finite Element Analysis , Materials and Structural Integrity , Design , Robotics , Optimization , and Biomedical Engineering . These areas reflect his expertise in applying computational mechanics to solve complex engineering challenges in industrial and sustainable technology contexts. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications across energy, manufacturing, and transportation sectors. The recent research outputs demonstrate a strong trend in applying numerical and analytical methods to real-world engineering problems, including 3D printing process modeling , pressure vessel design , fatigue and creep analysis , catalytic syngas production , and microbial fuel cells for wastewater treatment . These articles span disciplines such as mechanical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, and environmental technology, indicating a highly interdisciplinary research profile. Mohammad Ghaleeh has been involved in knowledge exchange and public engagement, as reflected in press/media coverage and hosting academic visitors. His projects include industry consultancy and internal research funding, showing active collaboration with both academic and corporate partners. He has led and participated in multiple research projects, including: Frequency Analysis for Elevator Product Design (2019) Finite Element Analysis for Elevator Design (2019) Testing of Fire Control Switch (2019) Versalift Stability Project (2019) Hosting Academic Visitors and Knowledge Exchange (2025) His research is supported by computational platforms and experimental validation, and he collaborates widely with researchers across institutions. While no formal grants are detailed, his enterprise and consultancy projects suggest external funding and industry engagement. Mohammad Ghaleeh contributes to advancing engineering solutions through rigorous modeling, sustainable materials, and innovative design practices. His work in the Technology Centre for Advanced and Smart Technologies positions him at the forefront of applied mechanical engineering research.

Radomir Jasińskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Organic Chemistry
• Organocatalysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Radomir Jasiński is affiliated with the Tadeusz Kościuszko Cracow University of Technology, serving as Head of the Research Group of Physical Organic Chemistry and Organocatalysis. He is Editor-in-Chief of the interdisciplinary journal Scientiae Radices and holds editorial roles in journals such as Chemistry of Heterocyclic Compounds and Symmetry . His academic career spans institutions including the Silesian University of Technology and the Cracow University of Technology. PhD, DSc: Silesian University of Technology (2014) MSc Eng.: Cracow University of Technology (2000) Professor Jasiński specializes in experimental and quantum-chemical studies of reaction mechanisms, particularly cycloaddition reactions, thermal elimination processes, and sigmatropic rearrangements. His work extends to the chemistry of aliphatic nitro compounds, nitrones, and heterocyclic systems with potential biological activity, with over 148 Scopus-indexed publications and 25 single-author works. He pioneered the use of DFT methods for non-catalytic chemical transformation analysis at Cracow University of Technology. His recent publications focus on cycloaddition reactions, heterocyclic synthesis, and molecular modeling, reflecting his expertise in computational chemistry and green synthesis protocols. Projects like the NCN grant 2012/05/B/ST5/00362 highlight his work designing catalysts for environmentally friendly chemical processes. Award of the Minister of National Education and Sport (2005) PTChem Honorable Mention (2005) Rector’s Awards for Scientific and Teaching Achievements (2008–2015) As a mentor, he has supervised 8 doctoral theses (6 defended) and leads the development of doctoral programs in Chemical Engineering. He also collaborates internationally with teams across Western Europe and is recognized in Stanford University’s TOP 2% most influential scientists (2022–2023). His research group combines experimental and computational approaches to study chemical mechanisms and molecular modeling.

Matthew Wodrichمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Chemistry
• Homogeneous Catalysis
• Organic Reaction Mechanisms
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Wodrich is a Research and Teaching Associate at the Institute of Chemical Sciences and Engineering (ISIC-GE) and Computational Molecular Design Laboratory (LCMD) under the School of Basic Sciences at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) . His research focuses on computational chemistry, homogeneous catalysis, and asymmetric synthesis, with significant contributions to reaction mechanism modeling and enantioselectivity prediction. He actively contributes to teaching programs at EPFL's SCGC-ENS division. Key Research Areas: Computational Reaction Modeling, Enantioselectivity Prediction, Volcano Plot Analysis, Metal-Ligand Cooperative Catalysis, Photocatalysis, and Machine Learning in Chemistry. Recent Article Trends: His 2022-2025 work emphasizes computational catalyst optimization , solvent effects in reaction selectivity , and machine learning-driven enantioselectivity analysis , with applications in transition metal catalysis, hypervalent iodine chemistry, and CO 2 reduction.

• Machine Learning
• Catalysis
• Chemical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gabe Gomes is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). He joined CMU in 2022, leading the Gomes Group, which focuses on merging machine learning, artificial intelligence, and automated synthesis to accelerate the discovery of new chemical reactions, catalysts, and materials. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Toronto under Prof. Alán Aspuru-Guzik, where he developed AI-driven methodologies for catalyst design and earned a Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship. Education : Ph.D. in Chemistry, Florida State University (2018) B.Sc. in Chemistry, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (2013) Research Interests : His work bridges quantum mechanics and machine learning to automate chemical discovery, emphasizing catalysis, energy storage, and sustainable chemistry. Key projects include developing predictive models for biocatalysts (e.g., Catnip tool) and advancing autonomous chemical experimentation systems like Coscientist. He explores how AI can enhance molecular design, reaction pathway prediction, and green chemistry innovations. Notable Contributions : Co-developed Catnip , a machine learning tool predicting enzyme-substrate compatibility for biocatalysis. Designed Coscientist , an AI system aiding chemists in experiment planning and hypothesis generation. Recipient of Scialog Fellow (2023), C&EN Talented Twelve (2022), and Banting Fellowship (2020-2021). Labs and Teams : He leads the Gomes Group at CMU, fostering collaborations across disciplines to advance AI-driven chemistry and sustainable energy solutions.

Dylan Mulvinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Media History
• Media Theory
• Infrastructure Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Dylan Mulvin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communications at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he also serves as Programme Director for the MSc Media and Communications. His research focuses on the intersecting histories of media, technology, and culture, emphasizing how technological artifacts encode assumptions about human perception, emotion, and behavior. He is the author of Proxies: The Cultural Work of Standing In (MIT Press, 2021), which examines how proxies shape societal standards, and is currently writing a monograph titled Technologies of Rage: Anger, Art, and Media . Key research areas include media history, infrastructure studies, science and technology studies, disability studies, and 20th-century cultural history. His work explores how technological standards reflect cultural biases, particularly around whiteness, able-bodiedness, and purity. He has published in journals such as Catalyst , Feminist Media Histories , and IEEE Annals of the History of Computing . Recent projects include studies on the Y2K crisis’s legal implications, the role of proxies in technological design, and the intersection of HIV/AIDS activism with media accessibility. He has been featured in blogs like the Impact of Social Sciences and the LSE Review of Books .

• Surface Chemistry
• Catalysis
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roland Bliem is an Associate Professor at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and leads the Materials & Surface Science for Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography (EUVL) group at ARCNL. He holds a PhD from Vienna University of Technology (2016), focusing on magnetite surface stabilization and catalytic adatoms. His postdoctoral research at MIT (funded by an Erwin Schrödinger Fellowship) explored solid oxide fuel cell materials via in situ spectroscopy. His current research addresses surface chemistry under EUV lithography conditions, including reactive environments, high temperatures, and plasma exposure. In 2022, he developed an in situ photoelectron spectroscopy technique for plasma environments, funded by NWO and UvA. He received tenure at UvA in 2023 and an ERC Starting Grant for plasma-assisted chemical reactions at surfaces. Education: PhD (sub auspiciis praesidentis), Vienna University of Technology, 2016 Research Interests: Surface chemistry of EUV coatings, single-atom catalysis, plasma interactions, nanomaterials, and advanced spectroscopic techniques. His work bridges fundamental surface science with industrial applications in lithography and energy materials. Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2023) Tenure at University of Amsterdam (2023) Erwin Schrödinger Fellowship (postdoc funding) Advising & Grants: Leads the EUVL group at ARCNL, coordinating interdisciplinary projects. His ERC grant supports studies on plasma-catalyzed surface reactions. Recent funding includes NWO grants for in situ spectroscopy development. Labs/Teams: Directs the Materials & Surface Science for EUVL group at ARCNL, focusing on EUV lithography materials and plasma-aided synthesis.

Nishamol Kuriakoseمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• DFT Studies
• Small Molecule Activation
• Homogeneous Catalysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nishamol Kuriakose is a Research Fellow at the Fukui Institute for Fundamental Chemistry, Kyoto University, Japan. Previously, they held positions including Post-doctoral Research Fellow at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Israel), Research Associate at IISER Pune (India), and Research Scientist at A*STAR-IHPC (Singapore). Their research focuses on DFT studies, small molecule activation, catalysis, and machine learning applications in chemistry. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Science, CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, India M.Sc. Chemistry, University of Kerala, India (Mar Ivanios College) B.Sc. Chemistry, Mahatma Gandhi University, India (Assumption College) Research Interests: Exploring computational and experimental methods to advance catalytic processes and material science. Key areas include transition metal and main group catalysts, surface chemistry of MXenes, and drug-target interactions through molecular modeling. Machine learning aids in optimizing reaction pathways and predicting catalytic behaviors. Awards: PBC “Study in Israel” Fellowship H2020-MSCA-IF-2020 - Seal of Excellence Shell India Computational Talent Prize Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, their work has been supported by grants including the H2020-MSCA fellowship. Active collaborations involve theoretical chemistry groups exploring catalytic mechanisms and material surfaces. Labs/Teams: Member of the Theoretical Chemistry research group, focusing on computational modeling of catalytic systems and environmental chemistry applications.