جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Aurelie Le Normandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fashion Design
• Fashion Communication
• Entrepreneurship
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Aurelie Le Normand is a Lecturer in Fashion CAD at the School of Materials, University of Manchester. She teaches courses on fashion buying, merchandising, CAD, and communication within the BSc Fashion Business program. With industry experience as a designer, her work challenges conventional fashion design paradigms. Education: Master of Arts in Fashion Innovation and Entrepreneurship (University of Salford, 2016) PGCE in Applied Art and Design (Liverpool John Moores University, 2010) Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design (Liverpool John Moores University, 2008) Her research focuses on entrepreneurship in fashion, sustainable material innovations, and educational practices. Recent work examines modular fashion systems, community-based clothing swapping, and corporate sustainability communication strategies. She co-authored a study analyzing how luxury brands market 'vegan' materials as sustainable alternatives to fossil-fuel derived fabrics. Her 2021 Teaching Excellence Award (team) recognizes contributions to pedagogical innovation. Collaborations include research on social practice theory in clothing disposition and modular garment design.

Yiting Zhaoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Complex Product-Service Systems
• Sustainable Design
• Responsible Project Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yiting Zhao holds a Doctor of Philosophy and is affiliated with the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace & Civil Engineering. Her research focuses on Complex Product-Service Systems (CoPSS), Sustainable Design, and Responsible Project Management. She explores interdisciplinary approaches to integrate sustainability into infrastructure and service systems, particularly in smart buildings and rural tourism. Key research interests include Service System Engineering, Intelligent Buildings, Ecodesign, and Revitalization strategies. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing climate action and responsible consumption. Recent publications analyze smart building design, waste management systems, and the impact of AI tools in education. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, environmental science, and project management to address global sustainability challenges.

Arthur Garforthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Polymer Recycling
• Environmental Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arthur Garforth is a Professor of Catalysis at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science (CEAS). He holds honorary roles in academic and research administration. His research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, structured catalyst fabrication, and environmental sustainability, particularly in polymer recycling and hydrocracking. He has supervised 27 PhD students and secured over £2M in grants, including notable awards like the Royal Society Brian Mercer Award (2008) and the ExxonMobil Excellence in Teaching Gold Medal (2008). Garforth's career includes leadership roles such as Director of Teaching and Learning (2011–2019) and Director of Undergraduate Studies (2004–2009). He has led IChemE accreditation visits and contributed to policy development in chemical engineering education. His research group explores sustainable technologies for waste plastics, including the NovaCrack project for polymer hydrocracking and collaborations with industry partners like B&M Longworth. He actively participates in conferences and organizes events, such as the International Conference on Environmental Catalysis (2020). Research Themes: Oil & Gas Catalysis, Structured Catalysts, Environmental Sustainability Awards: Royal Society Brian Mercer Award (2008), ExxonMobil Excellence in Teaching Gold Medal (2008) Grants: KTP award with B&M Longworth, UKRI grants (RE3 and Catalysis for the Circular Economy) Lab Teams: Catalysis Group, Molecular Systems and Biomaterials, Nanomaterials and Interfaces

Stefanos Fasoulasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Space Systems Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Plasma Wind Tunnel Testing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefanos Fasoulas is a Professor of Space Transportation Technology and Managing Director of the Institute of Space Systems at the University of Stuttgart. He has held leadership roles including Dean of Faculty 6 - Aerospace Engineering and Geodesy and has been instrumental in advancing research in aerospace engineering, plasma dynamics, and orbital aerodynamics. Education: Studied Aerospace Engineering at the University of Stuttgart, earning his diploma (1990) and PhD (1995). His research spans space systems engineering, gas-surface interaction modeling, and life support technologies. Recent work focuses on machine learning for scattering kernels, drag-based collision avoidance, and heterogeneous catalytic reactions in spacecraft environments. Key trends in his publications include: Innovations in DSMC and PICLas simulations for reentry analysis Development of atmosphere-breathing propulsion systems Environmental impact assessments of launchers and space debris He has acquired numerous research grants, particularly for projects like DISCOVERER and planetary sunshade concepts. His leadership extends to founding roles in the Competence Center Aerospace Saxony/Thuringia and the University Center for Aerospace at TU Dresden.

Alexander Griffinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Architectural Education
• Architectural History and Theory
• Socially-Responsible Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Griffin is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield , affiliated with the School of Arts and Humanities and the Department of Design and Architecture . He is a member of the Centre for Urban Design, Architecture and Sustainability and actively supervises PhD students. Research focus on architectural education and its historical practices Expertise in socially-responsible architecture and rural African architecture Uses geocaching and digital tools for site analysis His 2019 book, The Rise of Academic Architectural Education , traces the Académie Royale d'Architecture's impact on modern pedagogy. Research trends highlight intersections between history, education, and technology, with a notable emphasis on GPS applications and pedagogical innovation. Scientific recognition includes being a RIBA Award-Winning Architect . He has supervised multiple student projects and delivered oral presentations on geocaching and virtual learning environments.

Sofie Nygaard Rønnov Olesenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Sustainable Development Goals
• Circular Economy
• Environmental Footprinting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sofie Nygaard Rønnov Olesen is a Research Fellow in the Department of Sustainability and Planning at Aalborg University’s Technical Faculty of IT and Design. Her work focuses on advancing sustainable product design, environmental policy frameworks, and renewable energy infrastructure. She actively participates in projects addressing product environmental footprints, ecodesign regulations, and durability of wind energy systems. Recent contributions include guides for circular furniture selection and analysis of EU sustainability reporting standards. Education: Not explicitly stated in provided texts Her research interests span Sustainable Development Goals implementation, circular economy strategies, and regulatory mechanisms for sustainable products. Key areas include environmental footprint assessment methods, durability of renewable energy infrastructure, and institutional sustainability practices. She contributes to policy discussions through publications like the Nordic Council’s discussion paper on Product Environmental Footprint standards. Her articles emphasize practical applications of sustainability principles, such as optimizing wind turbine lifespans and creating consumer-friendly circular economy guidelines. She has also co-authored Aalborg University’s Sustainability Report 2022-2023, showcasing institutional sustainability efforts. Awards: None explicitly mentioned As part of her roles, she collaborates on funded projects like ”CØ afklaring, strategi og værdikæde” (2023-2024) and ”The Role of Product Environmental Footprints” (2022-2023). She has presented at conferences like the Nordic PEF Conference and contributes to the PLAN Junior Researchers Network.

• Sustainable Design
• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Mawle is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for BA (Hons) Product Design at the University of the West of England (UWE) within the College of Arts, Technology and Environment (CATE) . He contributes to teaching and research in Product Design, with a focus on sustainability and interdisciplinary collaboration. Education: BEng in Mechanical Engineering (Imperial College), MA(RCA) in Industrial Design Engineering (Royal College of Art), PhD (Loughborough University). His research spans Sustainable Design , Circular Economy , and AI Ethics , with recent work on Robotics in sustainability contexts. He has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across Materials Science , Human Geography , and Information Systems , including EPSRC-funded projects with Boots and Philips. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Richard leads modules in Mechanical Design , Sustainable Design , and Mechanisms and Structures , integrating Product Design Technology and AI Ethics into curricula.

• Materials Science
• Physical Metallurgy
• Materials Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Cosmin GRUESCU serves as a Lecturer at the University of Lille within the Faculty of Science and Technology, holding joint appointments with IUT CERTIA and INRAE (National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment). He conducts research through the Materials and Transformations Unit (UMR CNRS 8207), a prominent French research laboratory focusing on advanced materials development and processing. His research expertise spans Physical Metallurgy , Materials Engineering , and Life Cycle Analysis , with significant contributions to biomedical materials and food industry applications . Dr. GRUESCU investigates bioresorbable magnesium alloys for temporary medical implants, examining their mechanical properties, corrosion behavior, and biocompatibility. His environmental research focuses on sustainable processing methodologies, particularly analyzing the environmental impact of food production systems through life cycle assessment frameworks. Recent publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary approach combining materials science with biological and environmental considerations. His work on Mg-Zn-Ca bulk metallic glasses demonstrates innovation in biomedical materials, while his research on antifouling surface modifications addresses critical challenges in food processing hygiene. These publications appear in high-impact journals including Intermetallics , Journal of Magnesium and Alloys , and ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering . Dr. GRUESCU actively collaborates within the Physical Metallurgy and Materials Engineering team and the Interface Processes and Materials Hygiene Research group. His involvement in LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) and Ecodesign initiatives positions him at the intersection of materials development and sustainability science, contributing to more environmentally conscious manufacturing processes and product design.

• Environmental Sustainability
• Manufacturing Systems
• Circular Economy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mélanie Despeisse is an Associate Professor in Production Systems at Chalmers University of Technology. Her research focuses on the relationship between industry and environmental sustainability at varying levels, from operational resource efficiency in manufacturing processes to corporate social responsibility in strategic planning. Her primary research interests include sustainable manufacturing systems, circular economy implementation, and the integration of digital technologies with environmental sustainability goals. She develops practical tools and methodologies to help companies create sustainable social value through concepts like eco-efficiency and circularity. Her work spans multiple industries including automotive, aerospace, maritime shipping, and battery production systems, addressing challenges from resource efficiency to strategic sustainability planning. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of digital technologies (such as virtual reality, computer vision, and digital twins) with environmental sustainability in manufacturing. Her research increasingly addresses the twin transitions of digitalization and sustainability, exploring how Industry 4.0 technologies can support eco-efficient production systems while building organizational resilience. She has developed frameworks for eco-efficient and circular industrial systems, examining both technical and organizational aspects of sustainability transitions. Mélanie Despeisse is actively involved in numerous research projects across multiple domains, including XR for battery production, visibility of value networks for circularity, aircraft architecture integration, and sustainable manufacturing for maritime shipping. Her collaborative work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary partnerships across engineering, environmental science, and business management domains.

Mariano Ramirezمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Design for Sustainability
• Circular Economy
• Industrial Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mariano Ramirez is a Senior Lecturer and Discipline Director of Industrial Design at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) School of Built Environment . With over 70 publications on design for sustainability and presentations at 30+ international conferences, he is recognized as a thought leader in sustainable design. He has served as a Visiting Academic at 24 universities across 10 countries and as a PhD Examiner in Australian, Swedish, and Italian universities. Education: PhD (Technological University of the Philippines, 2001), MSc in Industrial Design (UNSW, 1993), BSc in Industrial Design (Mapúa Institute of Technology, 1986) His research focuses on environmental sustainability and social responsibility in industrial design, including circular economy strategies , waste minimization , and responsible consumption through product design. He has contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals via collaborations in 12 countries. Grants include: $200,000 NSW Circular Challenge Program (2022) for hospital waste recycling $120,000 Transport for NSW (2024) for smart seating $20,000 UNSW-MAHE Collaborative Research Grant (2020) Awards : UNSW Built Environment Learning & Teaching Excellence Award (2017) Emerald Literati Network Award for Excellence (2007) UNSW Dean’s Research Excellence Award (2012) He leads the South-to-South Project (2018-present) and serves on the Editorial Board of Sustainability (MDPI). His teaching includes Industrial Design in the Asian Century and Design Collaboration Studio .

• Low-Power Electronics
• Integrated Circuit Design
• Internet of Things
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Bol is a Lecturer at Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain), affiliated with the Louvain Polytechnic School (EPL) and the Electrical Engineering Center (ELEN) within the Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, Electronics and Applied Mathematics (ICTEAM). His academic work spans both teaching and research in electrical engineering, with a particular focus on low-power circuit design and sustainable electronics. Dr. Bol's research interests center around low-power electronics , integrated circuit design , and sustainable approaches to electronic systems . His work bridges traditional electrical engineering with environmental considerations, particularly through life cycle assessment of electronic devices and IoT systems. He has developed expertise in ultra-low-power circuit design, analog and mixed-signal circuits, energy harvesting techniques, and the environmental impact of semiconductor manufacturing and wireless technologies. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on energy efficiency in electronic systems, with significant contributions to current reference design, biomedical amplifiers, and near-sensor computing architectures. A notable trend in his work is the integration of environmental sustainability considerations into traditional circuit design, particularly through life cycle assessment methodologies applied to IoT devices and communication infrastructure. Dr. Bol teaches multiple electrical engineering courses including Analog Electronic Systems (LELEC2532), Synthesis of Digital Integrated Circuits (LELEC2570), and Sustainable Development and Transition (LEPL1804), reflecting his dual expertise in circuit design and sustainability.