جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Zahra Ebrahimi Mamaghaniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Approximate Computing
• Reconfigurable Accelerator Design
• In-Network Computing for 5G/6G
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zahra Ebrahimi Mamaghani is an academic researcher affiliated with the Embedded Systems team at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Ruhr University Bochum. Her work focuses on approximate computing, reconfigurable accelerators, and energy-efficient embedded systems. She completed her B.Sc. and M.Sc. at Sharif University of Technology (Iran) and is a PhD student at TU Dresden. She managed the X-DNet (BMBF-funded, collaborating with Huawei) and GREEN-DNN (acatech/BMDV-funded) projects, emphasizing distributed and in-network computing for 5G/6G applications. Education: B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, Iran PhD Candidate at TU Dresden (Cfaed Institute, 2018–2024) Research Projects: ReAp (DFG, 2018–2021) Relearning (ESF, 2021–2023) X-ReAp (DFG, 2023–2025) X-DNet (BMBF, with Huawei) GREEN-DNN (acatech/BMDV) Research Interests: Approximate computing, energy-efficient edge-to-cloud systems, SW/HW co-design, and reconfigurable architectures for 5G/6G. Her recent publications emphasize cross-layer approximation techniques, energy-efficient CGRAs, and distributed computing frameworks for multi-kernel applications. She advises students on topics like approximation of ML models for high-throughput systems, requiring expertise in FPGA programming (Verilog/VHDL), Python, and ML frameworks like TensorFlow/PyTorch. Her lab focuses on embedded systems and collaborates with industry partners like Huawei. She holds a notable position in managing interdisciplinary projects bridging academia and industry, particularly in sustainable computing for next-generation networks.

Dan J Hillمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Applied Mathematics
• Dynamical Systems
• Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dan J Hill is a Hooke Research Fellow at the University of Oxford's Oxford Centre for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (OCIAM). He holds a PhD from the University of Surrey and previously held an Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship at Saarland University. His research focuses on dynamical systems and PDEs applied to physical and biological problems, with an emphasis on localized patterns in continuum models, such as ferrofluids, dryland vegetation, and Turing instability-driven phenomena. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with real-world applications, addressing questions in fluid dynamics, ecological modeling, and symmetry-driven pattern formation. Recent publications explore dihedral patterns, vegetation models, and ferrofluid surface dynamics. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Surrey Awards: Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship His research group at OCIAM investigates nonlinear systems, leveraging numerical methods and analytical techniques to study pattern formation in complex systems.

Andrew P. Murrayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Design
• Kinematic Synthesis
• Robotics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Andrew P. Murray is a Professor and Director of Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programs in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Dayton's School of Engineering. He has been a full-time faculty member since 1997 and leads the Design of Innovative Machines Lab (DIMLab), focusing on machine design and kinematic synthesis theory. Ph.D. in Engineering, University of California, Irvine (1996) M.S. in Engineering, University of California, Irvine (1993) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (1989) His research spans machine design, kinematics, robotics, and biomechanics , with applications in continuum robots, assistive tricycles for FES-stimulated riders, variable-geometry dies, and strain-energy mechanisms. He employs advanced geometric and computational methods to solve complex motion synthesis and mechanism design problems. His collaborative work includes long-standing partnerships with Dave Myszka and researchers at the Laboratoire d’Informatique, de Robotique et de Microélectronique in Montpellier, France. The recent trend in his publications (2016–2024) reflects a strong focus on kinematic synthesis of planar and spatial mechanisms , particularly four-bar and six-bar linkages, with increasing emphasis on biologically inspired and medical applications such as FES cycling and continuum robotics. His work combines theoretical rigor with experimental validation, often published in top-tier journals like the ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics and IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters . His scientific honors include: ASME Fellow (2014) A.T. Yang Memorial Award in Kinematics (2023) University of Dayton Alumni Award for Faculty Teaching (2013) Best Paper Award, ASME Mechanisms and Robotics Conference (2006) Multiple teaching excellence awards from student organizations Dr. Murray has advised numerous students and mentored research in the DIMLab. He has secured research grants supporting innovation in mechanical design and has served in key academic roles, including General Program Chair for the ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences (2010) and Associate Editor for the ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics since 2009. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses such as Theory of Machines, Kinematics of Mechanisms and Robots, and Computational Methods for Design. He directs the Design of Innovative Machines Lab (DIMLab) , which fosters interdisciplinary research in mechanism design, combining theoretical development with practical prototyping and application in assistive technology, aerospace, and manufacturing.

Stefan Diebelsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Continuum Mechanics
• Material Science
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Diebels is a Professor at the Chair of Applied Mechanics within the Department of Materials Science, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology at Universität des Saarlandes. His research group focuses on microstructured continua, developing models for material behavior across scales (metals, polymers, biomaterials) using continuum mechanics frameworks. Experimental work investigates mechanical properties and environmental interactions (e.g., temperature/humidity), validated through finite element simulations. Research Interests: The group’s work spans four key areas: Biomechanics : Fracture healing, orthopedic implant optimization, and biological material behavior. Metals : Multiscale modeling of metallic structures and failure mechanisms. Polymers : Moisture effects, aging, and viscoelastic behavior of adhesives/elastomers. Foams & Metamaterials : Auxetic materials, electrodeposition coatings, and porous media mechanics. Publication Trends (2023-2025): Recent articles emphasize computational biomechanics (fracture healing, digital twins), polymer degradation under environmental stress, and metamaterial design. Over 60% focus on medical applications (implants, trauma recovery), while 30% address material-specific challenges in polymers/metals. Recurring themes include moisture diffusion modeling, finite element validation, and patient-specific simulations. Infrastructure & Collaboration: The chair maintains experimental laboratories for material testing and collaborates on projects like NFDI-MatWerk (National Research Data Infrastructure) and Pro4CableSim (industrial transfer project). Team structure includes scientific/technical staff, with lab capabilities for multiaxial mechanical testing and environmental simulation.

Michael J. Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Solid Mechanics
• Finite Elasticity
• Metamaterials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael J. Taylor is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Santa Clara University's School of Engineering , where he has been affiliated since 2015. Chair of Mechanical Engineering (2021-present) Faculty Director of da Vinci RLC (2024-present) Co-director, WAVE HPC Center (2021-2022) His research spans computational solid mechanics , auxetic metamaterials, thin film mechanics, and peridynamics. Notable work includes modeling wrinkling in anisotropic sheets, rupture in biomembranes, and development of GPU-accelerated software for structural analysis. Recent projects focus on stress concentration reduction in metallic auxetic structures and fracture dynamics in thin films. Pioneered VOACH method for acoustic vowel analysis Developed 2D peridynamic plate theory Collaborated with Rolls-Royce Energy and Multiscale Systems He teaches courses in mechanical vibrations , finite element methods, continuum mechanics, and computational mathematics. His publications (2006-present) demonstrate expertise in elastic deformations, GPU computing, and biomembrane mechanics.

• Coastal Geology
• Sedimentology
• Seismic Stratigraphy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric Chaumillon is a Professor at the University of La Rochelle and Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), specializing in coastal geology and sediment dynamics. His research integrates very high resolution seismic stratigraphy , core sampling, geomorphological monitoring, and numerical modeling to study coastal environments. His research focuses on semi-closed coastal systems (estuaries, lagoons, river mouths, sandbanks) where high sedimentation rates preserve environmental change records spanning decades to millennia. Key projects include analyzing the Arçay Spit's evolution in the Vendée Atlantic coast and the Longe de Boyard sandbank within estuaries. His work addresses two primary objectives: (1) linking morphological evolution with hydrodynamic processes, and (2) deciphering sedimentary records of sea-level changes, climate shifts, storm-induced submersions, and anthropogenic impacts. Chaumillon's publication record demonstrates expertise in tsunami and storm deposit discrimination , coastal carbon sequestration , and historical bathymetric reconstruction . His research spans global sites including the Lesser Antilles, American Samoa, East African lakes, and French Atlantic coastlines, with methodological innovations like X-ray tomography for sediment fabric analysis. As Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), he leads multidisciplinary research on coastal resilience and environmental change. His work integrates field observations, geophysical surveys, and numerical modeling to address contemporary challenges in coastal management and climate adaptation.

• Engineering Geodesy
• Satellite Geodesy
• Geodynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernard Karol Kontny is a Polish geodesist and professor at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences , specializing in engineering geodesy , satellite geodesy , and geodynamics . He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Geodesy since 2012 and previously held the Vice-Dean position (2005-2012). Education: M.Sc. in Engineering, Agricultural University in Wrocław (1982) Ph.D. in Technical Sciences (Geodesy and Cartography), University of Agriculture and Technology in Olsztyn (1991) Habilitation in Technical Sciences (Geodesy and Cartography), University of Agriculture and Technology in Olsztyn (2004) His research interests focus on geodetic monitoring of rock mass deformations , GPS-based geodynamics , and tectonic strain analysis . His work includes deformation studies in the Polish Sudetes, Fore-Sudetic Block, and Mediterranean regions, with applications to engineering safety and natural hazard assessment . Key scientific trends from his publications include GNSS time series analysis , wavelet-based noise modeling , seasonal signal estimation , and integration of permanent and campaign-based GPS measurements for regional velocity field modeling across Central Europe. Awards: Silver Cross of Merit (2006) Gold Cross of Merit (2023) Silver Badge, Association of Polish Surveyors (2006) 10 Rector's Awards (2 individual, 8 team) 2 organizational activity awards As an organizational leader , he developed geodetic infrastructure through projects like "ASG+" and contributed to the GEOSUD/SUDETEN network for cross-border geodynamic research. His work bridges geodetic precision with tectonic risk mitigation for engineering structures.

Samel Arslanagicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Antenna Engineering
• Metasurface
• Dielectric Materials
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Samel Arslanagic is an Associate Professor and Head of the Electromagnetic Systems group at the Department of Space Research and Technology, Technical University of Denmark. His expertise spans antenna engineering, metasurfaces, and microwave technologies, with a focus on advanced measurement techniques and electromagnetic wave control. Lead supervisor for multiple PhD projects on near-field antenna measurements and nano-photonic circuits. Active in developing water-based microwave devices and dielectric resonators for directional scattering. Key contributor to ESA-EurAAP facility comparison campaigns for mm-wave antenna validation. Research interests include metasurface design , bound states in the continuum , all-dielectric materials , and novel antenna architectures . His work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation in electromagnetic systems. Recent publications emphasize dielectric metasurfaces , spherical near-field measurement accuracy , and quantum-enhanced nanoantennas . He employs computational methods like finite element analysis and eigenmode decomposition for material parameter extraction and field averaging. He supervises interdisciplinary projects involving optical communication , microwave sensing , and acoustic imaging , often in collaboration with European examiners and industry partners.

Saadet Erbayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Mathematics
• Nonlinear Wave Equations
• Elasticity Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Saadet Erbay is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Özyeğin University's School of Arts and Sciences. Her career spans institutions like Istanbul Technical University, Isik University, and University of Victoria (Canada). She specializes in Applied Mathematics, focusing on nonlinear wave equations and elasticity theory, with significant contributions to modeling wave propagation in elastic media. PhD (1988): Mathematics, Istanbul Technical University MSc (1982): Mathematical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University BSc (1980): Mathematical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University Her research explores nonlinear wave dynamics, including the Camassa-Holm and Boussinesq equations, with applications in elasticity and fluid mechanics. Recent publications analyze convergence properties, numerical methods, and stability of wave equations. Notable awards include the TUBITAK Incentive Award (1994) and the Sedat Simavi Science Award (1996). She serves in professional societies such as the Turkish Mathematical Society, AMS, and SIAM.

• Bioflows
• Cardiovascular Engineering
• Cardiovascular Fluid Mechanics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Umberto Morbiducci is Full Professor of Industrial Bioengineering at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) , Politecnico di Torino , Italy. He holds a Master's degree in Electronic Engineering from University of Rome La Sapienza and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona. He serves as Coordinator of Biomedical Engineering BS/MS programs and heads the Biomedical Simulations Unit since 2012. Research Interests focus on cardiovascular fluid mechanics , computational hemodynamics , digital twin , and in silico medicine . His work spans Prosthesis and artificial organ design Multiscale modeling (from atomistic to continuum) Dynamic culture devices (bioreactors) for tissue engineering Transport phenomena in biomedical systems Recent Articles highlight trends in hemodynamic risk assessment , stent design optimization , and AI-driven cardiovascular diagnostics . Key topics include coronary plaque stability, YAP mechanoactivation in vascular grafts, and CPAP device mechanics. Scientific Awards : Jack Perkins Prize (IPEM, 2018) ASME Swiss Section Young Engineer Award (2013) ESB Travel Award (2012) TERMIS Travel Award (2012) Editorial Roles : Associate Editor, Annals of Biomedical Engineering (2013-) Associate Editor, Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine (2017-) Associate Editor, Journal of Biomechanics (2022-) Editorial Board, Computers in Biology and Medicine (2021-) Labs & Collaborations : Board member, PoliToBIOMed Lab (80+ researchers) Bilateral agreements with Beihang University (China) and Cyprus University of Technology Scientific Director for projects with Istituto Superiore di Sanità

Zohar Yosibashمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fracture Mechanics
• Biomechanics
• Computational Mechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Zohar Yosibash is a faculty member at the School of Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Tel Aviv University. He serves as Vice Dean for Research and Industry Relations and heads the Computational Mechanics and Experimental Biomechanics Laboratory . Previously, he was a Professor at Ben-Gurion University (1995-2017) and an Associate Professor at Brown University (2001-2007). Education: BSc in Aeronautical Engineering, Technion (1987) MSc in Applied Mathematics, Tel Aviv University (1991) DSc in Mechanical Engineering, Washington University, USA (1994) His research focuses on fracture mechanics , biomechanics of bones and arteries , and AI-driven computational modeling . He applies high-order finite element methods (h/p-FEM) and phase field models to study crack propagation, bone fracture risk, and arterial mechanics. Recent work integrates machine learning (e.g., nnU-Net) for tumor segmentation and autonomous finite element analysis. Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize 3D fracture mechanics for elliptical cracks CT-based finite element analysis for bone diagnostics phase field modeling of arterial responses machine learning in biomedical imaging failure criteria for V-notches multi-scale simulations in geophysics and medicine Scientific Awards: Hans Fischer Senior Fellow (2009) European Structural Integrity Society Fellow (2020) International Association for Computational Mechanics Fellow (2020) Additional Contributions: He co-founded two startups and served as President of the Israel Association for Computational Methods in Mechanics (2015-2021). His work bridges experimental, theoretical, and numerical approaches, with over 130 peer-reviewed articles and a Springer monograph on singularities.

• Distributed Systems
• Cloud Computing
• Edge Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nishant Saurabh is a tenured Assistant Professor at the Department of Information and Computing Sciences , Utrecht University , Netherlands. His research focuses on resource and data management , application scheduling , performance modeling , and optimization in large-scale hybrid distributed systems including Cloud, Edge, and Quantum computing. Recently, he has expanded into ML workload scheduling and causal performance attribution across the Cloud-Edge continuum. Research Expertise : Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing Quantum-HPC Middleware Systems Performance Modeling and Optimization ML/AI Workload Scheduling Cloud-Edge Continuum Architectures Observability Frameworks Scientific Leadership : Associate Editor, Springer's Journal of Cloud Computing Editorial Board, Frontiers of AI book series IBM HPC-Quantum Working Committee member Workshop Chair, IEEE IPDPS 2025 Supervision : He has supervised 16+ Master/Bachelor students on projects including container migration, reinforcement learning for serverless computing, and quantum middleware evaluation. Current PhD students include Diogo Landau (Performance Observability), Nathan Keyaerts (LLM Methods), and Negar Alizadeh (Energy Efficiency).

Erkan Oterkusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Peridynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• inverse Finite Element Method (iFEM)
• +۳۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Erkan Oterkus serves as Professor and Director of both the PeriDynamics Research Centre (PDRC) and Ocean Energy Research Unit (OERU) within the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. Previously a researcher at NASA Langley Research Center, he holds a PhD from the University of Arizona and maintains active supervision of PhD students while leading internationally recognized research initiatives in computational mechanics. Academic Background PhD, University of Arizona (USA) Research Focus His pioneering work centers on peridynamics and inverse Finite Element Method (iFEM) for computational mechanics of materials and structures. Key research thrusts include multiscale modeling of stress corrosion cracking, underwater shock response of marine composites, failure analysis of electronic packages, ship collision/grounding dynamics, and real-time structural monitoring. His methodology integrates artificial intelligence, multi-physics analysis, and high-performance computing to solve extreme loading scenarios in marine, aerospace, and energy systems. Recent publications demonstrate strong trends in applying peridynamics to ice-structure interactions and corrosion damage monitoring, reflecting urgent industry needs for predictive structural integrity assessment. Honors & Recognition Outstanding Graduate Student in Aerospace Engineering (2010) Research Leadership Prof. Oterkus has secured 41 major projects totaling £12.7M in funding from entities including the European Union, U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, DSTL, Samsung Electronics, Lloyd's Register, and ORE Catapult. His 264 research outputs include the seminal book on peridynamics and editorial leadership as Editor-in-Chief of Sustainable Marine Structures. He actively supervises 16 graduate students while directing two research centers that bridge academia-industry gaps in marine renewable energy and structural health monitoring systems. Research Infrastructure He leads the PeriDynamics Research Centre (PDRC) and Ocean Energy Research Unit (OERU), which operate advanced computational laboratories for multi-scale fracture simulation, structural health monitoring validation, and marine renewable energy device testing. These facilities support collaborative projects with Ferguson Marine, Babcock, and QinetiQ on pipe stress analysis and gas phase ventilation systems.

• Distributed computing
• Parallel computing
• Cloud computing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dana Petcu is a Professor at the Computer Science Department of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at West University of Timisoara. She serves as Director of both the Institute for Advanced Environmental Research and Institute e-Austria Timisoara. With expertise in distributed and parallel computing, she has published over two hundred papers on Cloud, Grid, Cluster, and HPC computing. She is also the chief editor of the open-access journal Scalable Computing: Practice and Experience (SCPE) and has coordinated multiple European Commission-funded projects. Education: Ms. Degree in Computer Science Ph.D. in Numerical Analysis Dana Petcu's research focuses on distributed and parallel computing systems. Her current interests include Cloud & Grid computing, and HPC & Cluster computing. Previously, she worked on Mathematical software, Numerical methods, and Computer graphics. Her work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, particularly in resource management, scheduling algorithms, and scalable computing architectures. She has developed significant expertise in applying these technologies to scientific computing, data-intensive applications, and multi-cloud environments. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on cloud and distributed computing evolution. Over the past decade, her research has shifted from foundational grid computing to modern cloud technologies, edge computing, and exascale systems. Key themes include resource management across heterogeneous environments, autonomic systems, security SLAs, and multi-cloud portability. Her work shows increasing interdisciplinary connections, particularly with AI/ML techniques applied to resource optimization and anomaly detection in large-scale systems. Scientific Awards: Maria Sibylla Merian-Award (2005) IBM Faculty Award (2009) MLNR Award "Spiru Haret" (2015) Romanian Academy Award "Gheorghe Cartianu" (2015) Dana Petcu has advised numerous graduate students through various master's programs in Distributed and Parallel Computing. She has secured substantial research funding as coordinator of FP7 projects HOST and SPRERS, and as scientific coordinator of mOSAIC. Her grant portfolio includes multiple European Commission-funded initiatives focused on cloud computing infrastructure, resource management, and multi-cloud environments. She has also contributed to EU Research Activities in Cloud Computing as an editor, demonstrating her leadership in shaping European research agendas in this field. She leads the Computer Science Research Center (CCI) and High Performance Computing Service Center (HPC-UVT) at West University of Timisoara. Her teams develop and maintain significant infrastructure for distributed computing research, including simulation environments like CloudSim and iFogSim. She has established strong connections between academic research and practical applications through Institute e-Austria Timisoara, fostering technology transfer and innovation in cloud computing solutions.

Vahid Rezaniaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Complex physical systems
• Dynamical systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vahid Rezania is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Physical Sciences at MacEwan University since 2004. He holds a PhD in Theoretical Physics (Institute for Advanced Studies, Iran) and has previously served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate at the University of Alberta (2000-2005). Education: PhD in Theoretical Physics (Institute for Advanced Studies, Iran, 2000) MSc in Physics (Shiraz University, Iran, 1995) BSc in Physics (Shiraz University, Iran, 1994) His research integrates biophysics , theoretical physics , and computational modeling to study complex biological systems. Current projects include simulating drug metabolism in the liver and analyzing electrostatic properties of microtubules for cancer therapy applications. Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach: 2024 work on fibrotic liver modeling , 2021 studies of microtubule conductivity , and 2020-2019 collaborations on TTField therapy for glioblastoma. These span computational biology , nonlinear dynamics , and nanobiophysics . Scientific Awards: Strategic Research Grant (2015, 2020) Research Project Grants (2010, 2014, 2018) Dissemination Grants (2008, 2010, 2018) PhD Scholarship (Iranian Ministry of Culture, 1995-2000) First rank graduate (Shiraz University, 1994) Collaborations: University of Alberta University of Calgary University of California, Santa Barbara University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee He has supervised senior student research projects and developed physics courses from first-year to advanced levels. His work bridges mathematical modeling with experimental validation across biological and quantum systems.