جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Onno Bokhoveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysical fluid dynamics
• Computational fluid dynamics
• Laboratory experiments
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Onno Bokhove holds the Chair in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics at the School of Mathematics, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Leeds. With extensive expertise in applied mathematics of geophysical fluid dynamics, he bridges theoretical mathematical approaches with practical environmental solutions, particularly in flood mitigation and wave dynamics. His research encompasses: Design and testing of laboratory configurations for mathematical model validation Computational techniques for PDEs using discontinuous Galerkin FEM Hamiltonian fluid dynamics frameworks Idealised models for weather prediction Hydraulic solutions of hyperbolic systems Flood mitigation strategies through flood-excess volume analysis Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strategic shift toward practical applications of geophysical fluid dynamics with significant societal impact. Professor Bokhove pioneered the concept of "flood-excess volume" as a communication tool for flood mitigation effectiveness, which evolved from the Wetropolis demonstrator into a REF2021 Impact Case Study. His work increasingly integrates mathematical rigor with policy-relevant applications, particularly through the EU-funded Eagre project on high-seas wave-impact modeling, where he serves as principal investigator collaborating with MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands). Professor Bokhove has supervised numerous PhD students across diverse fluid dynamics applications: Tom Kent (2014-2016): EPSRC Case Met Office project with Steve Tobias Floriane Gidel (2015-2018): EU project with Mark Kelmanson Tomasz Salwa (2015-2019): EU project with Mark Kelmanson Luca Cantarello: NERC Case with Met Office Current students Yang Lu and Wajiha Rehman working on the EU Eagre project His research has been supported by significant grants including: EU European Industrial Doctorates project "Eagre" (2020-2023, project 859983) NERC-funded projects on flood mitigation EPSRC Case projects with the Met Office REF2021 Impact Case Study funding Professor Bokhove leads research teams within the Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics focusing on: The Wetropolis flood demonstrator project, now a policy-relevant analytical framework The Eagre project developing numerical wavetanks for extreme wave modeling Collaborations with MARIN on wave-energy devices and offshore structures

Tjerk P. Straatsmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Computational Chemistry
• Biomolecular Simulation
• High Performance Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tjerk P. Straatsma serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Alabama and holds the position of Distinguished Research Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). At ORNL, he manages the Scientific Computing group within the National Center for Computational Sciences, which operates the Oak Ridge Leadership Computing Facility—the home of the United States' most powerful supercomputer for open science. His research expertise lies in computational chemistry and high-performance computing, with a focus on developing advanced simulation methods for chemical and biomolecular systems. Dr. Straatsma has pioneered techniques for atomic-level modeling of microbial membrane processes, material transport, and complex enzymatic reactions involving electron and proton transfers. His work bridges theoretical chemistry, computer science, and applications in geochemistry and biochemistry. Recent publications highlight his leadership in non-orthogonal configuration interaction methods and fragment-based approaches for quantum chemistry, particularly applied to singlet fission phenomena and electronic coupling calculations. These studies leverage cutting-edge high-performance computing architectures to address challenges in energy conversion and materials science. Dr. Straatsma collaborates extensively with Prof. David A. Dixon on projects including an Energy Frontiers Research Center investigating acid gas absorption in metal-organic frameworks and an INCITE project dedicated to actinide chemistry. He has directed the development of the NWChem computational chemistry software suite and currently oversees scientific computing initiatives at ORNL that support thousands of researchers nationwide.

Philippe CHEREAUمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Strategic Management
• Innovation Management
• Business Model Innovation
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Philippe CHEREAU is an Associate Professor at SKEMA Business School (France) specializing in Strategic Management , Innovation Management , and Entrepreneurship Education . He has held academic positions at SKEMA since 2009 and serves as Director of SKEMA Advisory since 2024. His research focuses on strategy-business model alignment, innovation dynamics in SMEs, and entrepreneurial confidence measurement. Education: Ph.D. in Management Science (2012, Aix-Marseille University/SKEMA Business School) Key Appointments: Visiting Professor at University of Naples Federico II (Italy, since 2016), Mines ParisTech (France, 2012-2019), and IAE Aix-Marseille (France, 2011-2017) His research spans strategic posture theory , business model innovation , and entrepreneurial learning frameworks . He co-authored influential works on SME strategy-implementation alignment and developed the INNOSTRA™ Method for strategic transformation. His 2023 cross-cultural study on French/Chinese consumer responses to masstige strategies and 2025 research on corporate environmental commitment through performance feedback theory represent his latest contributions. Scientific Awards: Executive Education Excellence Award (2022, SKEMA) EFMD Case Writing Competition winner (2016) FNEGE-certified textbook recognition (2015) As Scientific Director for SKEMA's incubator (2012-2017) and co-author of the annual Entrepreneur Confidence Index for Challenges magazine (2021-2023), he bridges academic research with practical entrepreneurial support. His case studies (published in Harvard Business Publishing, Ivey, and CCMP) analyze strategic conflicts in luxury, agri-food, and fragrance industries.

Arun Raiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Innovation
• Artificial Intelligence
• IT Governance
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Arun Rai is a Regents' Professor and Howard S. Starks Distinguished Chair at Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business. He serves as Director and Co-founder of the interdisciplinary Center for Digital Innovation (CDIN), which focuses on digital innovation and industry-university partnerships. His work bridges academia and practice, with collaborations spanning IBM, Intel, UPS, and healthcare organizations. Research Interests: Rai investigates digital innovation's role in transforming business models, supply chains, and societal systems. His research spans: AI's impact on workforce skills and economic disparities Governance of digital platforms and online communities IT-enabled solutions for poverty reduction and healthcare access Patent strategies for software and AI innovations Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019-2024) demonstrate a focus on AI ethics, platform economics, and regulatory impacts. Key themes include algorithmic governance in online communities, patent litigation risks in AI, and real-world applications of computer vision in operations. Awards & Honors: LEO Award for Lifetime Contributions (AIS, 2019) INFORMS ISS Practical Impacts Award (2022) AACSB Influential Leader (2024) Regents' Professor appointment (University System of Georgia, 2006) Leadership: Rai has served as Editor-in-Chief of MIS Quarterly (2016-2020) and advises Georgia's AI Advisory Council. His industry engagements include board positions at Apollo Hospitals and projects with Gartner, SAP, and Daimler-Chrysler.

• Database Systems
• Data Management
• Polyglot Persistence
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Mareike Schmidt is a Scientific Associate and Researcher at the Institute for Software Systems (VSIS) within the Department of Computer Science at the University of Hamburg, MIN Faculty. She actively contributes to heterogeneous database systems research and participates in both teaching and thesis supervision. University: University of Hamburg Department: Computer Science Email: mschmidt@informatik.uni-hamburg.de Office: Room F522 Phone: +49-40-42883-2343 Research Focus : Mareike's work centers on Heterogeneous and Adaptive Database Systems (HADeS) , exploring: Polyglot persistence architectures Dynamic data placement strategies Spatio-temporal task execution Topology description formalisms Publication Trends : Her recent publications reveal a trajectory in database systems research, particularly addressing challenges in polyglot persistence, adaptive data management, and distributed storage solutions. The work spans theoretical foundations and practical implementations, with a focus on multi-model data handling and system optimization. Thesis Supervision : Mareike has supervised multiple student works including: Lili Hauke's Bachelor thesis (2024): Database administration tool for polyglot systems Felix Pusch's Master thesis (2024): PolyStore blueprint model and API Heiko Eckmann's Master thesis (2022): Common data model for polyglot persistence Jan Synwoldt's Bachelor thesis (2019): Probabilistic data generation with Tesseract OCR Michael Hirsch's Bachelor thesis (2019): Question-answering systems for sensor network data Collaborative Projects : Actively involved in the HADeS (Heterogeneous and Adaptive Database Systems) research group and contributes to broader initiatives like Baqend, SmartOpenHamburg, and MIDAS.

• International Relations
• Regional Security
• Regional Economic Development
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Shawn BANASICK is a Professor in the Department of Global Studies at Kobe College, Japan. Originally from the United States, he brings extensive experience in International Relations and Geography to his teaching and research. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Geography from West Virginia University, followed by teaching geography at an American university before joining Kobe College. Professor BANASICK's research interests focus on Regional Security, Regional Economic Development, Social Constructionism, and Q Methodology. He has developed significant expertise in qualitative research methods, particularly in the application and development of Q Methodology tools. His work bridges the gap between traditional social science research and modern software development. He is the creator of several open-source software projects for Q Methodology analysis, including KADE (an open-source application for Q methodology data analysis) and Quincy Configurator (a tool for setting up and testing Q sorting projects). His GitHub profile shows active development in these areas with recent commits throughout 2024-2025, indicating ongoing research and development in this field. Professor BANASICK maintains an office in room L-21 at Kobe College with office hours on Thursdays from 9:30-10:15. His work represents a unique integration of social science research methodology with contemporary web technologies, making advanced qualitative research methods more accessible to scholars worldwide.

• Chaos Control
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Power Electronics
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Cristina MOREL is a Permanent lecturer-researcher at ESTACA since 2020, specializing in electrical engineering and control systems. Previously, she held academic positions at ESEO (2016-2020) and the IUT of Angers (2000-2020), and began her career at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (1992-1999). Her research focuses on nonlinear dynamics, chaos control, and applications in power electronics and renewable energy systems. Dr. MOREL holds a Doctorate in Automatics and Applied Computer Science from the University of Angers (2005) and a Habilitation to Direct Research (2016). She earned her Graduate Engineer degree in Automation and Computer Science from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (1992), where she was Vice-major of her promotion. 2016: Habilitation to Direct Research in Electronics, University of Angers 2005: Doctorate in Automatics and Applied Computer Science, University of Angers 1992: Graduate Engineer in Automation and Computer Science, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Her research spans chaos control , nonlinear dynamics , and their applications in power electronics and renewable energy systems . She pioneered anticontrol of chaos to reduce electromagnetic interference in power converters and developed novel maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithms for photovoltaic systems under partial shading. Current work focuses on fault diagnosis for electric vehicle powertrains using entropy analysis and neural networks. Recent publications (2022-2025) show strong focus on chaos applications for MOSFET thermal management, entropy-based fault diagnosis in inverters, and energy storage optimization for electric vehicles and drones. There is clear evolution toward data-driven approaches (neural networks) for fault detection and real-world applications in e-mobility. Dr. MOREL has received several academic honors early in her career: Winner of the National University Assistant Competition (Romania, 1996) Winner of the National University Preparation Competition (Romania, 1993) Winner of the national entrance exam to the Polytechnic School of Cluj-Napoca (1987, 15th out of 700 candidates) She has supervised five PhD theses and three Master's research projects on topics including fault diagnosis in polyphase machines, energy management for battery-ultracapacitor vehicles, and MPPT for photovoltaic systems. Her research is supported by collaborations with University of Angers, ESEO, and ESTACA laboratories. Dr. MOREL led the Automation and Electrical Engineering research group at ESEO (2016-2018) and the Energy and Environment option (2016-2020), conducting experimental work in power electronics and control systems laboratories focused on converter design and EV powertrain validation.

• Network Security
• Time Synchronization
• Critical Infrastructure Protection
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John O'Raw is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing at Donegal Letterkenny. His academic focus spans network security, time synchronization, and critical infrastructure protection, with emphasis on power systems, GNSS spoofing detection, and industrial IoT security. His research explores Precision Time Protocol (PTP) optimization in distributed networks Threat mitigation for GNSS-based timing systems Secure data communications in energy infrastructure Human behavior modeling for emergency evacuation planning His publications analyze cybersecurity frameworks for electrical substations, industrial IoT vulnerabilities, and practical implementations of standards like IEC 61850 and OAuth 2.0, with recent work on microwave IP networks and LinuxPTP for time synchronization.

• Border and Migration Policing
• Carceral Geographies
• Feminist Geography
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Dr. Lauren Martin is an Associate Professor in Political Geography at Durham University's Department of Geography , specializing in the spatial dimensions of migration control, carceral geographies, and critical security studies. Her research bridges political geography with feminist and critical migration theories. 2020–present: Associate Professor, Durham University 2016–2020: Assistant Professor/Lecturer, Durham University 2016–2019: Associate Editor, Environment & Planning D: Society and Space Research Focus : Border and migration policing Carceral geographies Political-economic analysis of detention systems Techno-humanitarian transformation in refugee governance Key Projects : Economies of Exclusion (2020–present): Analyzes value creation through immigration detention practices GLiTCH (2020–2022): Investigates financial and digital technologies' impact on refugee governance Scientific Awards : Independent Social Research Foundation Fellowship (2020) ESRC Standard Grant (2020–2022) Publications demonstrate theoretical contributions to carceral geographies, migration control political economy, and spatial governance practices. Her work connects with broader debates in feminist geography and critical security studies.

Roland Schmehlمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wind Energy
• Aerospace Engineering
• Airborne Wind Energy Systems
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Roland Schmehl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). He is a founding member of Airborne Wind Europe (since 2019) and serves on the advisory board of Kitepower (since 2016). His work focuses on airborne wind energy (AWE) systems, including their application in Martian habitats, noise analysis, and aero-structural modeling. Key Research Areas: Wind energy innovation, aerospace engineering, Martian habitat power systems, and robotics-assisted design. The 15 most recent articles highlight his contributions to AWE system design, flight pattern optimization, noise annoyance studies, and extraterrestrial energy applications. His scientific awards include the 2021 Innovation stamps and the 2021 Rhizome project prize for off-Earth habitat development. Schmehl’s projects include MERIDIONAL (multi-scale wind farm design), Rhizome (autonomous Mars habitats), and EFRO (unmanned systems research). He has led editorial activities for journals like Wind Energy Science and Energies and participated in international conferences.

• Optimization
• Operational Research
• Heuristics
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Andrew J. Parkes is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Operational Research and Computer Science at the University of Nottingham , affiliated with the School of Computer Science and the COL research group (formerly ASAP). He has been a member of the LANCS Initiative's executive committee and co-organized multiple streams at international conferences like OR61, EURO 2019, and OR60. His research spans optimization techniques, heuristic methods, and applications in timetabling and financial modeling.

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Web Technologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mihajlo Savić serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Informatics at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Appointed to this position on October 29, 2020, he maintains active roles in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses while leading cutting-edge research across multiple interdisciplinary domains. His institutional affiliations include key participation in national and European research consortia focused on digital infrastructure and open science initiatives. Dr. Savić's research program demonstrates exceptional breadth through Computer Science and Software Engineering applications in diverse fields. His work in Educational Technology includes virtual microscopy systems for histology teaching and cognitive load optimization in multimedia learning. In Digital Health , he develops photogrammetry tools for orthodontic diagnostics, while his Agricultural Technology contributions feature web-based optimization systems like OPTIMILK for dairy rationing. His Network Monitoring expertise spans aircraft communication systems and distributed computing infrastructures, with strong emphasis on practical implementations through Web Technologies and Distributed Systems solutions. Analysis of his recent publications (2019-2025) reveals a distinctive interdisciplinary trajectory where computer science methodologies solve domain-specific problems across medicine, agriculture, and cultural heritage. His work consistently prioritizes efficiency optimization - whether reducing cognitive load in educational software, minimizing feed costs in dairy farming, or improving aircraft network scheduling. The recurring theme of practical tool development is evident in systems like CodeCrafter for web applications and Scalelite management platforms, demonstrating his commitment to translating theoretical research into deployable solutions. Dr. Savić actively secures competitive research funding through multiple Horizon Europe and Horizon 2020 projects, including the current Duboke tehnologije u naukama o materijalima initiative (2023-2024) and the UNICEF-supported Jacanje pedagosih i digitalnih kompetencija nastavnika project (2022-2024). His leadership extends to national projects like Nacionalne incijative za Evropski oblak otvorene nauke (2019-2024) and the EU-funded NI4OS-Europe initiative, where he coordinates technical implementations for open science infrastructure across the Balkan region. Within the University of Banja Luka's research ecosystem, Dr. Savić contributes to the Department of Computer Science and Informatics' computational infrastructure development. His project involvements connect him with international networks including the VI-SEEM consortium for Southeast European research communities and the European Open Science Cloud initiative. Current collaborations span medical institutions for digital pathology applications, agricultural research centers for optimization tools, and cultural heritage organizations for digital preservation systems, positioning him at the intersection of academic research and real-world problem solving.

Chengbo Aiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Transportation Asset Management
• Pavement Preservation
• Roadway Safety
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Dr. Chengbo Ai is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering , University of Massachusetts Amherst , specializing in transportation infrastructure and safety research. He holds a Ph.D. in Transportation Systems Engineering from Georgia Tech and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Peking University. Research Interests: Transportation Asset Management, Mobile LiDAR Applications, Roadway Safety Analytics, and Spatial Infrastructure Analysis Current Projects: Developing automated guardrail/sidewalk inventory systems, improving pedestrian infrastructure accessibility, and optimizing rail inspection methods Publications focus on integrating computer vision, machine learning, and geospatial technologies for infrastructure condition assessment. Recent work includes automated guardrail evaluation, rail gage inspection using consumer-grade devices, and pedestrian network analysis. Awards: Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship recipients (2020-2022) Acorn Innovation Grant (2019) Best Poster Award at MassDOT Conference (2019) Students: Mentors Ph.D. researchers in pavement preservation, LiDAR processing, and transportation equity, with alumni working at FHWA, AECOM, and leading engineering firms Lab Facilities include advanced LiDAR systems (Theodore 1-3), dual-GPU workstations (Sullivan, Wazowski), and field vehicles like "Cynthia" for mobile mapping.

Irene Koronakiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thermodynamics
• Cooling Technology
• Heat Pumps
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Irene Koronaki is a Professor at the National Technical University of Athens , affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Thermal Engineering Section . She serves as Director of the Laboratory of Applied Thermodynamics, Cooling Technology & Refrigerated Vehicles since 2022 and has held academic roles at NTUA since 1999. Her research focuses include thermodynamics, heat pumps, energy efficiency, and renewable energy systems. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, NTUA (1996) PhD in Thermal Engineering, NTUA (2000) Postdoctoral Researcher, NTUA (2002) Her research spans thermodynamics of cooling cycles, heat pumps, power cycles, energy saving in buildings, and thermal energy storage. She has pioneered work in nanofluids, solar cooling, and CO2 absorption systems. Her publications and projects reflect expertise in Stirling engines, hybrid solar collectors, and building energy optimization. Her recent articles highlight advancements in superfluid thermodynamics, solar PV/T systems, and medical robotics. Awards include the Edward F. Obert Award (2022) and leadership of the 2021 ASHRAE Student Design Competition winning team. She serves on ASME and ASHRAE committees and co-authored educational materials for refrigeration and energy inspection standards.

• Micro-electronics
• Transport phenomena in semiconductors
• Halide perovskite materials
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Dr. Cristina BESLEAGA STAN is a Scientific Researcher II at the National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP) since 2019, where she has been working since 2012. She leads research at the Laboratory of Complex Heterostructures and Multifunctional Materials, focusing on micro-electronics, opto-electronics, and solar cells development with significant contributions to semiconductor physics and device fabrication. Dr. Besleaga Stan earned her PhD in Solid-State Physics from the University of Bucharest in 2013, following a Master's degree in Solid-State Physics (2010) and undergraduate studies in Physics with specialization in Medical Physics (2007), all from the University of Bucharest. Her educational background established the foundation for her expertise in materials science and semiconductor physics. Her research spans micro-electronics, transport phenomena in semiconductors, and halide perovskite materials. She possesses extensive expertise in physical vapor deposition processes, particularly magnetron sputtering for thin film synthesis, and comprehensive characterization techniques including structural (XRD, XRR), morphological (AFM), optical (UV-Vis-IR), and electrical (resistivity, Hall effect) analysis. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy harvesting and electronic devices. Dr. Besleaga Stan's publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research across multiple domains including perovskite solar cells, thin film transistors, and self-cleaning surfaces. Her work shows a clear progression from fundamental semiconductor physics to applied device development, with recent publications emphasizing sustainable materials processing and advanced characterization techniques. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: "Ștefan Procopiu" prize from Romanian Academy (2018) Gold medal from EUROINVENT, Iași (2018) "Excellence" prize and gold medal from "Ștefan cel Mare" University (2018) Multiple "Excellence" prizes from ProInvent Exhibition Third prize "Young Researchers in Science and Engineering" (2019) Best poster presentation award at the "10th International Conference on Physics of Advanced Materials" (2014) Dr. Besleaga Stan has demonstrated exceptional leadership as principal investigator of multiple national research projects including PN-II-RU-TE-2014-4-1122, PN-III-P1-1.1-PD-2016-1546, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-0688, and PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2021-0150. She has secured substantial research funding and contributed to more than 16 national and international scientific projects, demonstrating strong grant-writing and project management capabilities. She leads a dynamic research team within the Laboratory of Complex Heterostructures and Multifunctional Materials at NIMP, collaborating extensively with international partners including University Nova de Lisboa (Portugal), University of Oslo (Norway), ARPES facility (Switzerland), and CVD/ALD AnnealSys company (France). Her laboratory specializes in clean room fabrication of electronic and optoelectronic devices and advanced materials characterization.