جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Smart Materials
• Electroactive Polymers
• Mechatronics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Aaron David Price is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Western University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto, an M.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Ottawa, and dual undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Computing Technology from the University of Ottawa. Dr. Price is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) who leads the Organic Mechatronics & Smart Materials Laboratory and is actively involved with Western's Bone & Joint Institute and the Western Cluster of Research Excellence in Musculoskeletal Health. Dr. Price's research focuses on smart materials, particularly electroactive polymers, shape memory alloys, and advanced additive manufacturing techniques. His work bridges mechanical engineering with biomedical applications, developing innovative solutions for drug delivery systems, wearable medical devices, and advanced sensors. His laboratory specializes in creating nanoscale actuator arrays, 3D printed electroactive polymer structures, and biodegradable composites for medical applications. His publication record shows a strong trend toward applying additive manufacturing techniques to create advanced smart materials with applications in biomedical engineering, energy storage, and industrial automation. His most cited works focus on 3D printing approaches for battery technologies and smart material actuators, demonstrating significant impact in both materials science and engineering applications. Dr. Price actively mentors graduate students including PhD candidates, Master's students, and undergraduate researchers working on projects related to smart materials, biomedical devices, and advanced manufacturing. His students are engaged in diverse research activities from developing tremor suppression devices for Parkinson's patients to creating pH-responsive drug delivery systems. He teaches courses including MME 9624 (Actuator Principles, Integration and Control), MME 2259 (Product Design and Development), and MSE 3380 (Mechanical Components Design for Mechatronic Systems), focusing on practical applications of mechatronics and smart materials in engineering design.

Nadia Tahiriمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bioinformatics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogeography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nadia Tahiri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Sherbrooke. Her contact information includes email (Nadia.Tahiri@USherbrooke.ca) and phone 819-821-8000 (extension pending confirmation), with her office located at D4-2000. Her educational background comprises: Master of Science in Computer Science, Université du Québec à Montréal (2012) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Université du Québec à Montréal (2019) Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Health and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, Université de Montréal (2019-2021) Her research integrates computational methods with evolutionary biology, focusing on: Phylogenetic relationships between species distribution and genetic composition Classification methodologies for phylogenetic trees (consensus/supertrees) Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship (QSAR) modeling for environmental contaminants Development of real-time phylogeography visualization dashboards Primary domains include bioinformatics, evolutionary algorithms, and environmental data modeling. No awards, student advising records, or grant information are documented in available materials.

Zahra Khatamiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Materials Science
• Luminescent Materials
• Thin Films
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zahra Khatami is an Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of New Brunswick, specializing in advanced materials for photonic applications. Her research focuses on luminescent rare-earth-doped silicon structures fabricated via hybrid deposition techniques. Research: Develops terbium/europium-doped silicon oxide/oxynitride thin films using integrated sputtering and PECVD systems. Investigates structure-property relationships in nanomaterials for optoelectronic devices, emphasizing luminescent efficiency and material stability under various processing conditions. Publications: Focus on fabrication and characterization of rare-earth-doped thin films, with emphasis on deposition methodologies, TEM analysis, and tunable optical properties. Recent work examines FIB-induced damage in nanocrystalline structures.

Nanwei Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistical Learning
• Graphical Models
• Bayesian Inference
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Nanwei Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Brunswick. He obtained his Ph.D. in Statistics from York University in 2017 following a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Xi'an Jiaotong University. His research develops statistical learning methods for high-dimensional data in genetics and machine learning. His core research interests include: Graphical models for dependency modeling Composite likelihood estimation methods Bayesian model selection techniques Linear mixed models in genetic association studies Wang's publication record demonstrates consistent focus on computational statistics, with recent emphasis on scalable algorithms for genomic data integration and Bayesian methods for high-dimensional inference. Methodological innovations in MCMC and penalized estimation feature prominently. Awards: OICR-CANSSI Biostatistics Postdoctoral Fellowship Award He leads research projects in statistical methodology development and welcomes graduate students interested in mathematical statistics, Bayesian analysis, and machine learning applications.

Jerin Johnمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Rocket Propulsion Concepts
• Combustion
• Rheology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Jerin John is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University, Canada. His research focuses on rocket propulsion concepts, combustion, rheology, and green propellants. He holds a Ph.D. (2018) and M.Sc. (2015) in Aerospace Engineering from KAIST, South Korea, and a B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering from Anna University, India. Prior to his academic role, he worked as a Propulsion Engineer at Perigee Aerospace Inc. (2019–2021) and as a post-doctoral fellow at KAIST (2018–2019). His work emphasizes innovative propulsion systems, including hybrid rockets and electromagnetic propulsion for drones and planetary landers. Research Interests: Rocket Propulsion Concepts (e.g., hybrid engines, hypergolic ignition) Combustion of gel fuels and droplet dynamics Rheology of non-Newtonian fluids in propellants Material characterization for energetic materials Soft matter physics in aerospace applications Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or advising details are provided, his academic role implies active engagement in student mentorship and research funding. His publications span experimental and numerical studies, reflecting a strong focus on interdisciplinary aerospace engineering challenges. Labs/Teams: No specific labs or teams are mentioned, but his research likely involves collaborations in propulsion and materials science laboratories.

Michael Robertsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semiconductor Physics
• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Robertson is a Professor of Physics at Acadia University, located in Mi'kma'ki. His research focuses on the application of electron microscopy techniques to study semiconductor nanostructures and interdisciplinary collaborations between geology and physics. He holds the Jodrey Chair in Physics and previously served as a Canada Research Chair in Materials Science (2002-2012). His work includes developing numerical simulations for TEM image analysis and exploring optical methods for restoring faded historical documents. Dr. Robertson has supervised numerous undergraduate and graduate students in diverse fields like materials science, geology, and nanotechnology. Education: B.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo. Industrial experience includes roles at Noranda Forest Recycled Papers, JDS Uniphase Corp., and others. He teaches courses such as Quantum Mechanics I & II and Data Acquisition & Control. Awards: Acadia Student Union Teaching Award (2009-10), Jodrey Chair (2016-present) Research Themes: Cathodoluminescence systems, MnSi thin films, nano-crystalline silicon structures, and historical document restoration using optical methods. Publications span over three decades, with recent work on bentonite characterization, electron tomography, and skyrmion physics. He is affiliated with the Acadia Centre for Microstructural Analysis and actively engages in interdisciplinary projects.

Örjan Sandredمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer-Assisted Composition
• Electro-Acoustic Music
• Rule-Based Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Örjan Sandred is a Professor of Composition at the University of Manitoba's Desautels Faculty of Music, where he founded Studio FLAT for computer music research and production. He teaches composition, computer-assisted composition, and electro-acoustic music while maintaining an active international composition career. Diplomi i Komposition, Royal College of Music Stockholm MFA, Royal College of Music Stockholm Additional studies at McGill University and IRCAM (Paris) His research focuses on Computer-Assisted Composition with emphasis on rule-based systems, live electronics integration, and artificial intelligence applications. Sandred developed the Cluster Engine constraint-solving system for music composition, exploring how computers can process musical ideas through formalized rules. His work bridges acoustic instruments with digital technologies, creating innovative performance systems where musicians interact with responsive computer environments. His recent compositions demonstrate evolving trends in interactive performance systems (Tilting Points, Sketches of Shifting Landscapes), climate change expression (Footprints), and pandemic-era multimedia installations (Sonic Trails: Lockdown). These works consistently integrate live electronics with acoustic instruments through sophisticated Max/MSP patches. Scientific awards include: Guggenheim Fellowship (2022) Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2023) DAAD Visiting Professorship at Hochschule für Musik Detmold (2016) Manitoba Arts Council support for major commissions Sandred maintains significant international collaborations with performers and institutions worldwide. His compositions receive regular premieres across Europe, North America, and Asia through commissions from organizations like the Swedish Concert Institute and Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. He directs Studio FLAT as a hub for computer music research while developing educational resources including his book The Musical Fundamentals of Computer Assisted Composition . Current projects include an installation collaboration with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and conductors from Sweden/Canada, plus ongoing development of the Cluster Engine system within Max environment through MOZlib.

Mohammad Rafieeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Advanced materials
• Sustainable materials
• Electronic materials
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Rafiee is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ottawa. He holds affiliations with City University of Hong Kong, École Polytechnique de Montréal, National Research Council Canada, and Advanced Microelectronic Technologies, Sanmina. His research focuses on Advanced materials (graphene, carbon nanotubes, piezoelectric composites) Additive manufacturing (multi-material 3D/4D printing, coaxial deposition) Mechanical/thermal analysis of composite structures Smart devices (sensors, actuators, energy harvesters) Numerical modeling (finite element analysis, nonlinear dynamics) Recent publications highlight trends in Nonplanar additive manufacturing of piezoelectric devices Multiscale graphene/epoxy composites for vibration damping Thermal stability of nanomaterial-reinforced laminates 4D printing applications Structural health monitoring via machine learning Development of polymer-derived ceramics Scientific awards include Ontario Trillium Scholarship Fonds de Recherche du Québec – Nature et technologies (FRQNT) World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford, since 2020) Top 1% most cited authors in materials science

• Software Engineering
• Model-Based Development
• Embedded Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lucian Patcas serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing and Software within McMaster University's Faculty of Engineering. His academic profile centers on bridging theoretical models with practical software engineering solutions for embedded and safety-critical systems development. His research encompasses Software Engineering , Model-Based Development , and Embedded Systems , with specialized expertise in requirements implementation, real-time analysis, and domain-specific tooling. Key contributions include advancing the Four-Variable Model for safety-critical systems and developing methodologies for Simulink-based embedded design documentation. His work integrates formal methods with practical engineering tools, targeting automotive and safety-critical application domains. Recent publications (2013-2018) demonstrate sustained focus on model-driven approaches for embedded software, requirements traceability, and web service composition. The publication trajectory reveals evolution from foundational web services research toward specialized embedded systems engineering, with strong emphasis on verification and validation techniques. Patcas maintains active collaborations with McMaster researchers including Mark Lawford (6 co-authored publications), Vera Pantelic, and Alan Wassyng, focusing on formal verification methods for embedded systems. While no active grants appear in VIVO records, his research demonstrates tangible impact through patent references and academic readership (29 Mendeley readers).

Shahab Asoodehمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Responsible Machine Learning
• Differential Privacy
• Distributed Optimization and Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Shahab Asoodeh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University since August 2021. He is also a Faculty Affiliate at the Vector Institute and collaborates with Meta's Statistics & Privacy Team . His research focuses on the interplay between information theory, machine learning, and privacy , addressing challenges in differential privacy, algorithmic fairness, and trustworthy AI . Research interests include: Information-theoretic methods for privacy and fairness in machine learning Optimal noise design for differential privacy Contraction coefficients and data processing inequalities Sample complexity and hypothesis selection under privacy constraints Responsible AI with theoretical foundations Recent publications highlight his work on differential privacy for sampling, fair classification, and information bottleneck bounds. His work often bridges theoretical insights (e.g., Rényi divergence, saddle-point accountants) with practical applications in machine learning and communications engineering. Scientific awards : Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC): Discovery Grant and Launch Supplement (2022) Contact : asoodehs@mcmaster.ca | asoodeh@mcmaster.ca

Louise Meunierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Mathematical Modelling and Simulation
• Ecotoxicology
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Louise Meunier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Queen's University, affiliated with the Smith Engineering school. She holds a cross-appointment at the Beaty Water Research Centre. Her research focuses on environmental engineering, particularly the toxicity of contaminants in soils and mine tailings, environmental and human health risks from water/soil exposure, and the design of new materials/processes to mitigate risks. She also specializes in engineering education, emphasizing problem-solving and communication skills in curricula. Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering (2011) – Royal Military College of Canada MASc in Mechanical Engineering (1995) – Royal Military College of Canada BEng in Mechanical Engineering (1989) – Royal Military College of Canada Research Interests: Ecotoxicology of novel materials (e.g., nanoparticles, graphene) Soil chemistry and degradation processes Bioremediation and wastewater treatment Environmental risk assessment and decision-making Engineering education innovation Her recent work integrates computational modeling with experimental studies to address contaminant interactions in freshwater systems and develop sustainable remediation technologies. She teaches courses in biochemical engineering (CHEE 380), engineering ethics (CHEE 361), and bioremediation (CHEE 884). Labs/Teams: Primary affiliation with the Department of Chemical Engineering and collaborative work through the Beaty Water Research Centre. Active in interdisciplinary projects with industry partners.

Baxter Robinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Macroeconomics
• Entrepreneurship
• Wealth Inequality
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Baxter Robinson is Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Western Ontario. His research combines microdata with heterogeneous agent models to analyze wealth inequality, entrepreneurial risk, and consumption dynamics. Current projects examine how wealth composition affects economic behavior under incomplete markets. He teaches macroeconomics and econometrics, employing computational methods to study distributional economic outcomes. His work has implications for policies addressing wealth disparities.

Cansu Ekmekciogluمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Data Studies
• Technology Policy
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cansu Ekmekcioglu is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems at the DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University . Her academic background includes a PhD in Information Science (2024, University of Toronto) , an MA in Digital Media and Communications (2017, Galatasaray University) , and a BA in Political Science and International Relations (2011, Bogazici University) . Research Interests: Human-Computer Interaction, Data Studies, Technology Policy, Migration Informatics, Sustainable Development, Aging Population, Digital Literacy Her research focuses on equitable technology design for marginalized communities, particularly in migration, healthcare, and aging . She explores how artificial intelligence and data-driven systems can address sustainable development goals . Recent work includes: Digital security practices in migration Temporal frameworks in humanitarian assistance ICT for refugee communities AI for aging populations Scientific Recognition: Named a New Leader of ASIS&T (2023). Affiliated with the McMaster Institute for Research on Aging (MIRA) , Centre for Refugee Studies (York University) , and Critical Computing Group .

Carlos Saavedraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Antennas
• Millimeter-Waves
• RF Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carlos Saavedra is a Professor and the current Department Head of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Queen's University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. He has been with Queen's University since 2000, progressing from Assistant Professor to his current position as Full Professor and Department Head since 2020. Dr. Saavedra received his BASc degree from the University of Virginia in 1993 and his PhD from Cornell University in 1998. Prior to joining Queen's, he worked as a Senior Engineer at Millitech Corporation in Massachusetts, where he was the lead designer for 38 GHz point-to-point broadband wireless transceivers. His research expertise spans Antennas, Millimeter-Waves, and RF Circuits , with a particular focus on innovative antenna designs, electromagnetic sensors, and microwave components. Dr. Saavedra's work often involves cutting-edge fabrication techniques including 3D printing for microwave and millimeter-wave applications. His research group, the Millimeter-Wave Electronics Group, has made significant contributions to the fields of filtering antennas, metasurface technology, and fluidically reconfigurable RF systems. Dr. Saavedra's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward practical, manufacturable antenna solutions using additive manufacturing techniques. His work bridges the gap between theoretical microwave engineering and practical implementation, with numerous publications on 3D printed antennas, sensors, and components operating from X-band through millimeter-wave frequencies. NSERC Discovery Accelerator Award recipient Best Student Paper at the 2009 IEEE SiRF Conference Three-time recipient of the ECE undergraduate teaching award Dr. Saavedra has served as ECE Graduate Chair from 2007 to 2010 and has held visiting appointments at the University of Navarra (Spain), Universidade Federal of Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil), and the University of Twente (Holland). He is a former Co-Chair of the NSERC Discovery Grant Evaluation Group for Electrical and Computer Engineering and has served on grant review panels at the National Science Foundation (USA) and as an external reviewer for the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research. He has also served as an Associate Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques and as a Guest Editor of the IEEE Microwave Magazine. He leads the Millimeter-Wave Electronics Group at Queen's University, which focuses on innovative antenna designs, electromagnetic sensors, and microwave components using both traditional and additive manufacturing techniques. The group maintains state-of-the-art facilities for microwave and millimeter-wave research and has established collaborations with institutions worldwide.

Dimitrios Konstantinidisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Earthquake Engineering
• Engineering Mechanics
• Base Isolation and Structural Control
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dimitrios Konstantinidis is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University , specializing in earthquake engineering and structural mechanics. Primary research: base isolation, nonstructural component dynamics, seismic performance of critical facilities Methodologies: experimental testing, analytical modeling, numerical simulation Teaching: Structural Dynamics, Earthquake Engineering, Engineering Mechanics His work focuses on reducing earthquake-induced economic losses and enhancing community resilience through improved design codes. Recent publications address fiber-reinforced elastomeric isolators, seismic qualification of nuclear components, and nonstructural equipment behavior in isolated buildings. Key collaborations include studies on seismic fluid dampers, low-cost isolation systems, and bridge bearing performance. His research has appeared in journals like Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics , Journal of Structural Engineering , and Engineering Structures .