جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Marko Popovićمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Structural Engineering
• Machine Elements Design
• CAD/CAE Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marko Popović serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak, University of Kragujevac, Serbia. His academic position focuses on Structural Engineering, where he teaches Machine Elements, Fundamentals of Design, CAD/CAE Design, and Modeling and Numerical Analysis of Mechatronic Structures. Dr. Popović earned his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Belgrade (2003), followed by his Master of Technical Sciences (2007) and Doctor of Technical Sciences (2012), both from the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Kragujevac. His research spans structural optimization, machine elements design, and computational methods in mechanical engineering. A significant portion of his work addresses excavator component design, particularly cutting teeth for bucket chain excavators. More recently, his research has incorporated artificial intelligence applications for machine elements design, optimization of 3D printing processes, and advanced diagnostics for mechanical systems. His work demonstrates a progression from traditional mechanical design toward computational and AI-enhanced approaches. Analysis of Dr. Popović's publication history reveals consistent contributions to mining equipment design, manufacturing processes, and machinery valuation. His recent work shows increasing integration of machine learning techniques to solve traditional mechanical engineering challenges, with applications in predictive maintenance, material optimization, and precision manufacturing. RICS certificate for machinery valuation (No. 6855771) License as responsible designer (No. 333 D73506) License as responsible contractor (No. 434 D41309) Accredited member of National Association of Appraisers of Serbia (NUPS-a M703) Permanent member of TEGoVA's international committee for machinery standards With 22 years of professional experience, Dr. Popović has served as lead designer for 19 major projects in production machinery and technology. He actively participates in machinery valuation across Serbia and the EU, working with financial institutions, audit firms, and insurance companies. His expertise extends to serving as an authorized court expert in mechanical engineering and as a lecturer for the Serbian Chamber of Engineers. Dr. Popović contributes to international standardization through TEGoVA, helping develop European standards for machinery valuation (EVSB-PME). His work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, particularly in the mining sector where his excavator component designs have improved operational efficiency and equipment longevity.

• Solar Energy
• Photovoltaics
• Electronics Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jorge Aguilera Tejero is a Professor in the Department of Electronic and Automatic Engineering at the University of Jaén. He leads research initiatives at the Center for Advanced Studies in Earth Sciences, Energy, and works within the Electronics Technology area. His work focuses on photovoltaic systems, solar energy development, and sustainability in energy projects. Education: PhD from Polytechnic University of Madrid (1995), thesis on photovoltaic solar energy in development cooperation in the Bolivian Altiplano. Research Interests: Specializing in photovoltaic technology, bifacial solar panels, off-grid energy systems, and sustainable energy applications in cooperation projects. His work bridges electronics engineering with solar energy deployment in diverse environments. Projects & Tools: Developed software for PV system monitoring, designed educational tools for photovoltaic design (Design SFVA v1.0), and contributed to international collaborations like Solar Decathlon Europe 2012 with self-sufficient housing prototypes. His research includes environmental impact assessments of PV systems and wireless monitoring technologies. Labs & Initiatives: Involved in the Research and Development in Solar Energy group and the Center for Advanced Studies in Earth Sciences, Energy. His experimental work spans over two decades, including validation of photovoltaic models and degradation studies of solar modules.

• Nonlinear control
• Model order reduction
• Optimal control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ismail Ahmed, M.Sc., is a Researcher at the Chair of Control Engineering (Lehrstuhl für Regelungstechnik) under Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Boris Lohmann at the Technical University of Munich's School of Engineering and Design. He has been working at TUM since April 2020, with previous research positions at the Technical University of Lübeck (May 2019-March 2020) and the University of Paderborn (January 2018-March 2019). Dr. Ahmed's educational background includes a Master's degree in Mechatronics from the University of Paderborn (2016-2019), a Diploma scholarship in Mechatronics at the Information Technology Institute in Cairo (2014-2015), and a Bachelor's degree in Electromechanics from Alexandria University, Egypt (2009-2014). His research focuses on nonlinear control, model order reduction, and optimal control with specific applications in freeform bending processes . His work centers on developing control systems for geometry and mechanical properties during tube manufacturing, with particular attention to residual stress management. Ahmed is actively involved in the Priority Program 2183 of the German Research Foundation (DFG-SPP 2183) focusing on 'Property-controlled process design of free-form bending taking into account semi-finished product properties.' Analysis of his publication record from 2021-2025 reveals a consistent research trajectory in applying advanced control techniques to manufacturing processes, particularly freeform bending. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in integrating predictive modeling, soft sensors, and optimization strategies to control both geometric and material properties in real-time manufacturing environments. As an educator, Ahmed teaches practical courses in 'Modern Methods of Control Engineering' and 'Computer-aided control design,' focusing on hands-on experiments with physical systems. He currently supervises at least one Bachelor's thesis on Model Predictive Control applications for freeform bending processes. His research is conducted within the Control Engineering Chair environment at TUM, which appears to have strong connections to industrial manufacturing applications and collaborates with multiple research groups working on mechanical systems, model reduction techniques, and interconnected systems.

Adrian Sorin Roscaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Industrial Engineering
• Computer-Aided Design
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adrian Sorin Rosca serves as Associate Professor and Director of the Department of Automotive, Transportation and Industrial Engineering within the Faculty of Mechanics at University of Craiova. His dual expertise spans mechanical engineering and public health epidemiology, reflecting an unusual interdisciplinary trajectory from agricultural engineering in the 1970s to contemporary medical research. His research interests include Industrial Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Finite Element Analysis, and Public Health Epidemiology. Early work focused on agricultural mechanics and fertilizer effects, evolving through mechanical engineering (thermovision, bioresins, pneumatic systems), and culminating in significant contributions to pandemic response research since 2020. Recent publications demonstrate deep engagement with COVID-19 prognostics, vaccine efficacy, and comorbidity analysis. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dramatic research pivot: 80% of 2023-2024 works address medical topics while maintaining engineering methodology. This unique crossover combines mechanical modeling approaches with clinical epidemiology, particularly in geriatric pandemic response and comorbidity interactions. His work consistently applies engineering precision to biological systems. Professional activities include leadership in sustainable development education through Erasmus exchanges and Solar Decathlon participation. His departmental directorship oversees automotive, transportation, and industrial engineering programs with emphasis on transdisciplinary collaboration.

Carlos Andujar Granمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Graphics
• 3D Modeling and Animation
• Virtual and Augmented Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carlos Andújar Gran is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia . He is a key member of the ViRVIG Research Center for Visualization, Virtual Reality, and Graphics Interaction, as well as the Eurographics Association . His work bridges technical innovation with cultural and educational applications. Primary affiliation: Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya Research center: ViRVIG - Research Center for Visualization, Virtual Reality and Graphics Interaction Professional network: Eurographics Association His research interests focus on advanced topics in computer graphics and virtual reality : 3D Modeling - Digital reconstruction of complex geometries Animation Systems - Real-time motion capture and pose estimation Cultural Heritage - Digital restoration techniques for medieval monuments Human-Computer Interaction - 3D user interface design Sports Analytics - Player position tracking through computer vision Medical Education - VR nursing training platforms His technical publications demonstrate a consistent focus on solving practical problems through innovative algorithms: Developed DragPoser for motion reconstruction with sparse sensors Created PADELVIC dataset for sports analytics Advanced automated color restitution methods for mural paintings Improved normal estimation in point cloud processing Optimized terrain super-resolution techniques using convolutional networks Designed interactive cultural heritage systems for museum exhibitions

• Marine Biodiscovery
• Natural Product Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nerea Miró García is a PhD candidate at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research in Germany, affiliated with the GEOMAR Center for Marine Biotechnology (GEOMAR-Biotech) . She is part of the Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network HOTBIO project, which focuses on developing secondary metabolites from marine microorganisms into characterized compounds for medicines, agrochemicals, and aquaculture drugs. Research Interests : Her work centers on Marine natural product chemistry Discovery of bioactive compounds Antibiotic development Genome mining ADMET profiling Marine microbial diversity . Projects : She contributes to HOTBIO’s holistic approach to marine biodiscovery, integrating chemical diversity with computer-aided drug design, medicinal chemistry, and target deconvolution. The project involves a pan-European consortium of academic and industry partners. Contact : Office located at Building 5 (ENB), Room 2.420, GEOMAR-Biotech, Wischhofstrasse 1-3, 24148 Kiel, Germany. Phone: +49 431 600-4432.

Carrie Bruceمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Healthcare
• Rehabilitation
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Carrie Bruce is a Principal Research Scientist at the Georgia Institute of Technology , affiliated with the School of Interactive Computing and the Institute for People and Technology (IPaT) . With over 25 years of expertise in healthcare, rehabilitation, human-computer interaction (HCI), accessibility, and inclusive design , she focuses on technology and information design that addresses person-environment interactions. As the Assistant Director and Research Manager for the MS-HCI program , she teaches UX research methods, accessibility, universal design, and interactive product development . Research Areas : HCI, UX, Accessibility, Inclusive Design, Informal Learning Environments, Audio Display Email : carrie.bruce@gatech.edu , carrie.bruce@cc.gatech.edu Her work examines design issues relative to individual abilities and develops methodologies to measure how physical and social environments influence activity and participation. Recent publications highlight innovations in web accessibility testing, inclusive STEM tools, and audio display technologies for informal learning spaces like aquariums and museums. Dr. Bruce's research spans sectors including international accessibility initiatives, assistive technology for cognitive impairments, and real-time environmental interpretation systems . She contributes to frameworks for workplace accommodation and dementia care communication environments.

Bert Brasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Design
• Sustainable Manufacturing
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bert Bras is a Brook Byers Professor of Sustainability and Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology. He has served as Associate Chair for Administration (since 2016) and Interim School Chair (2018). His 25-year career spans sustainable design, manufacturing, and energy systems research with industry applications in automotive, aerospace, and alternative energy sectors. Ph.D. in Operations Research, University of Houston (1992) M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Twente, Netherlands (1987) Research Focus: Sustainable Systems and Manufacturing, with emphasis on: Design for Recycling/Remanufacturing Life-Cycle Analysis Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Biomimetic Design Electric Vehicles and Energy Systems His work has been funded by National Science Foundation , Ford Motor Company , General Motors , and Boeing , including the CES-featured MyEnergi Lifestyle and C-Max Solar Energi concept car projects. Georgia Tech Outstanding Interdisciplinary Activity Award (2007) Woodruff Faculty Fellow (2002-2007) SAE Ralph R. Teetor Educational Award (1999) NSF Early Career Development Award (1996-2000) Georgia Society of Professional Engineers Metro-Atlanta Engineer of the Year in Education (1996) Dr. Bras leads the Sustainable Design and Manufacturing Lab (SDM), which focuses on energy-efficient manufacturing systems and mobility solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration with industry partners.

Nikolaos Sahinidisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global optimization of mixed-integer nonlinear programs
• Informatics problems in chemistry and biology
• Process and energy systems engineering
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Nikolaos Sahinidis is the Gary C. Butler Family Chair and Professor in the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering and the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research bridges computer science and operations research with applications across engineering and scientific domains, focusing on developing rigorous optimization methods for complex real-world problems. Dr. Sahinidis's research spans global optimization of mixed-integer nonlinear programs, informatics problems in chemistry and biology, process and energy systems engineering, and chemical product design. His work integrates theoretical algorithm development with practical applications in medical diagnosis, protein structure analysis, and environmentally benign chemical design. He has made significant contributions to inverse imaging problems in X-ray crystallography, biochemical network design, and black-box optimization. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrating machine learning with traditional optimization approaches, particularly in derivative-free optimization, global optimization of nonconvex problems, and mixed-integer nonlinear programming. His work increasingly focuses on sustainable engineering applications, including rare earth element recovery, water network optimization, and perovskite solar cell design, reflecting a strong commitment to addressing contemporary engineering challenges. NSF CAREER award INFORMS Computing Society Prize Beale-Orchard-Hays Prize from the Mathematical Optimization Society Computing in Chemical Engineering Award Constantin Carathéodory Prize National Award and Gold Medal from the Hellenic Operational Research Society Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering Fellow of AIChE Fellow of INFORMS Dr. Sahinidis has secured substantial funding from the National Science Foundation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and industry partners for his research. His group has developed several influential software tools including CMOS for protein structure alignment, GPU-BLAST for accelerated sequence alignment, R3 for protein side-chain conformation prediction, and SAS-Pro for protein structural alignment. The Sahinidis Optimization Group maintains active openings for graduate students and researchers nearly every year, fostering the next generation of optimization scientists. The Sahinidis Optimization Group at Georgia Tech is a leading research center in mathematical optimization and its applications. The group maintains strong collaborations with researchers across multiple disciplines and institutions, including the Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute. Their work spans theoretical algorithm development to practical implementations in chemical engineering, bioinformatics, and materials science, with a consistent focus on developing rigorous, efficient methods for challenging optimization problems.

Elizabeth Caucuttمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human Capital
• Education Economics
• Family Economics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Caucutt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at Western University's Faculty of Social Science. Her research focuses on the intergenerational effects of family and human capital policy, with particular emphasis on understanding fertility timing, education policies, and human capital development across different socioeconomic groups. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, University of Minnesota, 1997 Professor Caucutt's research spans multiple areas including human capital formation, family economics, macroeconomics, and public finance. Her work investigates critical questions about why women are having children later and its implications for children, the role of rural-urban migration in social security origins, education voucher policies and their effects on school sorting, optimal higher education subsidies in the United States, and policies to increase education levels in sub-Saharan Africa. She is currently examining how borrowing constraints at different life stages affect human capital investments in young children and college-going adults, as well as investigating dramatic fertility and marriage rate differences between Black and White individuals. Analysis of Professor Caucutt's publication record reveals a consistent focus on human capital development across the lifespan, with particular attention to intergenerational mobility and policy interventions. Her work spans theoretical and applied economics, often employing dynamic general equilibrium models to evaluate policy impacts. The research shows progression from early work on peer effects and education vouchers to more recent investigations of racial disparities in marriage and fertility, reflecting evolving research interests while maintaining core methodological approaches. Scientific Recognition: Multiple publications in top economics journals including Journal of Political Economy, Review of Economic Dynamics, and International Economic Review Research on critical policy issues related to education, family structure, and human capital development Professor Caucutt teaches courses in Labor Economics and Inequality, focusing on public finance and macroeconomics. Her research has significant policy implications across multiple domains, from education financing to understanding persistent socioeconomic disparities. The cross-national scope of her work, spanning developed economies like the United States and developing regions like sub-Saharan Africa, demonstrates the breadth of her scholarly contributions.

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Molecular Modeling
• Drug Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Serap YILMAZ ÖZGÜVEN is an Assistant Professor and current Department Head of the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Trakya University's Faculty of Pharmacy since May 20, 2024. She previously served as Faculty of Pharmacy Vice Dean from July 2022 to September 2022 and has been a Senate Member since October 2022. She earned her Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD degrees from Ankara University Faculty of Pharmacy, completing her doctorate in 2016 with research on benzothiazole derivatives and their interactions with topoisomerase enzymes. Her research focuses on medicinal chemistry and computational drug design, particularly in developing inhibitors for topoisomerases, efflux pumps, and other enzyme targets for antibacterial and anticancer applications. She has published extensively from 2010 to 2024, with numerous publications in high-impact journals related to molecular modeling, pharmacophore generation, and enzyme inhibition studies. Her recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate continued active research in anticancer agent development, with particular focus on molecular docking studies of benzothiazole, benzoxazine, and other heterocyclic compounds as potential topoisomerase inhibitors. Her work bridges computational methods with experimental validation in drug discovery. She has supervised multiple students who appear as co-authors on her publications, including Gozde Yenice Cakmak, Sanaz Ataei, and others who have contributed to her research on molecular modeling and drug design. As Department Head, she leads academic and administrative activities in Pharmaceutical Chemistry while maintaining an active research program. She has contributed to textbooks including 'Medisinal Kimya Giriş' (2021) and 'Foye Medisinal Kimya Temel İlkeleri' (2019), demonstrating her commitment to pharmaceutical education.

• Virtual Reality
• Product Development
• Computer-Aided Design
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Wolfgang Steger serves as a Research Associate at the Chair of Virtual Product Development, Dresden University of Technology, where he manages the VR Laboratory and teaches courses in 3D CAD, Finite Element Method, and design methodology. His academic foundation includes a construction engineering degree from TU Dresden (1982-1987) followed by doctoral studies culminating in a Dr.-Ing. degree in 1998. Research priorities center on Virtual Reality integration within product development cycles, extending to 3D CAD systems, Finite Element Analysis applications, and innovative design methodologies. His work bridges theoretical engineering principles with industrial implementation through funded projects. Steger's career demonstrates sustained engagement with the university, transitioning from research assistant to his current laboratory leadership role while maintaining active teaching responsibilities in core engineering disciplines.

• Chemical Engineering
• Process Modeling
• Distillation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kaj Jakobsson is a University Lecturer in the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at Aalto University, specializing in advanced chemical process engineering and separation technologies. His academic profile is anchored in rigorous computational modeling and experimental validation of complex industrial systems. His research spans Chemical Engineering, Process Modeling, Distillation, Reactive Crystallization, Thermodynamics, and Separation Processes. He pioneers innovations in micro-distillation column design, dividing wall configurations, and reactive precipitation systems, with emphasis on energy efficiency and process intensification. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical implementation in equipment design and control strategies for sustainable chemical production. Publication analysis (2007-2018) reveals a cohesive trajectory in separation science: early work focused on data reconciliation in sulfur-laden distillation streams (2007), evolving to micro-distillation hardware development (2009-2013), then advancing to ionic liquid recycling (2016) and dividing wall column optimization (2018). Core themes include thermodynamic integration in flowsheet simulators, crystallization kinetics in multiphase systems, and sustainability-driven process redesign. Scientific Awards: None documented in source materials. Advising and Grants: No student supervision records or funded projects identified in available documentation. Research appears conducted through institutional frameworks with frequent collaboration among Aalto University's chemical engineering cohort.

Kai-Uwe Bletzingerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Mechanics
• Structural Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kai-Uwe Bletzinger is a Professor and Chair of Statics and Dynamics at the Technical University of Munich's School of Engineering, Department of Civil, Geo and Environmental Engineering. With an extensive publication record spanning from 1991 to 2025 totaling 246 publications, he maintains an active research program in computational structural engineering. His research productivity shows consistent output with significant activity in recent years, particularly in 2022-2025. Professor Bletzinger's research focuses on computational mechanics with specializations in Finite Element Analysis , Shape Optimization , Form Finding , Computer-Aided Design , Membrane Structures , and Fluid-Structure Interaction . His work bridges theoretical computational methods with practical engineering applications, particularly in structural optimization and analysis. The fingerprint of his research shows strong emphasis on numerical methods for structural engineering problems. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a consistent focus on advancing computational methods for structural optimization, particularly through the Vertex Morphing technique. His work increasingly integrates modern computational approaches including machine learning applications in structural dynamics and digital twin technologies for construction. The research spans fundamental numerical method development to practical applications such as the tensegrity tower for the German Museum in Munich, demonstrating both theoretical depth and practical relevance. While specific awards are not mentioned in the provided text, his extensive publication record in high-impact engineering journals suggests recognition within the computational mechanics community. His research appears to be well-funded given the consistent output and collaborative nature of many publications. Professor Bletzinger's work demonstrates leadership in computational structural engineering, with particular expertise in developing and applying advanced numerical methods to complex structural problems. His research group appears to be active in both fundamental method development and practical engineering applications, contributing significantly to the field of computational mechanics and structural engineering.

Claudia Müller-Birnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Centered Computing
• Human-AI Interaction
• Health Data Science
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Claudia Müller-Birn is an Associate Professor for Human-Centered Computing (HCC) at the Institute of Computer Science, Freie Universität Berlin, and a principal investigator at the Cluster of Excellence Matters of Activity at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. Her research focuses on human-AI collaboration in healthcare, privacy-preserving technologies, and value-sensitive design principles. Current roles: Professor (tenured since 2019), Examination Committee Head for Master of Computer Science Key affiliations: Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Charité University Medicine Her research explores: Technical approaches for improving human-AI decision-making Implementation of friction in interface design Assessment of decision aids through mixed-methods Participatory design for healthcare and mobility data donation Reflective practice in data science education Recent publications analyze uncertainty representations in AI collaboration, differential privacy communication, and value-centered consent interfaces. She advocates for open-source software and open science principles in her work. Scientific awards include: Max Rubner Prize 2024 (Charité Foundation) 100 minds of science in the capital city 2024 (Der Tagesspiegel) Honorable Mention at ACM CSCW 2019 Ted Nelson Newcomer Award 2014 Teaching activities at Freie Universität Berlin cover human-computer interaction, data science, and interactive systems. She leads the Human-Centered Computing working group and contributes to interdisciplinary education through courses like "Coding IxD".