جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Harmony O'Rourkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural History of Modern Africa
• Environmental Humanities
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Harmony O'Rourke is Professor of History and Gender and Feminist Studies at Pitzer College since 2009, specializing in modern African history with emphasis on Cameroon, gender, and environmental humanities. Her acclaimed book 'Hadija’s Story' examines diaspora and belonging in the Cameroon Grassfields through oral history methodologies. Her educational background includes: PhD, Harvard University AM, Harvard University BA, Macalester College Research spans cultural history of modern Africa, gender and sexuality, religion, and postcolonial governance. She investigates how natural disasters, scientific knowledge, and political structures shape identity in West/Central Africa, particularly through oral histories of displacement and resilience. Publications reveal evolving focus from diaspora studies to contemporary crises: her work connects Cameroon's lake explosions with Cold War politics, analyzes pandemic impacts on academic gender equity, and contributes foundational entries to Oxford's African women's history references. Key themes include Islamic law in colonial contexts and decolonial approaches to religious knowledge. Her awards include: U.S. Department of Education Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Award American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship Professor O'Rourke teaches interdisciplinary courses from World History to specialized seminars on African film and natural disasters. Her grant-supported research drives collaborative projects like the African Studies Association Women's Caucus pandemic statement, demonstrating commitment to translating scholarship into equity-focused academic practice.

• Civil Engineering
• Construction Materials
• Sustainable Concrete
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacek Katzer is an academic faculty member at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, affiliated with the Department of Civil Engineering within the Faculty of Geoengineering. He holds the title of dr hab. inż. and functions as an Associate Professor, actively supervising doctoral research and contributing to advanced construction materials research. His research interests span innovative and sustainable construction technologies, with a focus on: Lunar soil simulants and lunar concrete for extraterrestrial construction 3D-printed plastic reinforcement in concrete Non-conventional concrete using waste aggregates and fiber reinforcement Anti-terrorist concrete elements for structural security His recent scholarly work reflects a strong trend toward sustainable, resilient, and futuristic construction materials, integrating circular economy principles and advanced manufacturing. Publications emphasize material innovation, durability, and security applications in civil infrastructure. Jacek Katzer is actively involved in doctoral supervision, currently guiding one doctoral student and open to supervising both Polish and international candidates. His research is supported by dedicated laboratory infrastructure and external funding.

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Bridge Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Georgios Balomenos is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at McMaster University. His academic work focuses on structural reliability, infrastructure resilience, and probabilistic modeling of structural systems under extreme loads. With over 50 publications in the last decade, he maintains an active research profile in civil engineering mechanics. Dr. Balomenos's research interests span several key areas of structural engineering: Earthquake engineering and seismic vulnerability assessment Bridge safety and infrastructure durability modeling Probabilistic analysis of structural systems Multi-hazard impact assessment Structural component behavior under extreme loads Infrastructure management using advanced computational methods His work consistently addresses complex challenges in structural reliability through innovative analytical frameworks. Analysis of Dr. Balomenos's recent publications reveals a strong focus on developing computational frameworks for infrastructure vulnerability assessment. His work frequently employs probabilistic methods, finite element analysis, and machine learning techniques to model structural behavior under diverse hazard scenarios including earthquakes, blasts, fires, and coastal hazards. The publications demonstrate consistent application of fragility modeling across different infrastructure systems. In teaching, Dr. Balomenos has instructed several core civil engineering courses including: Engineering Risk and Reliability (CIVENG 707, 2020-2022) Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics (CIVENG 2Q03, 2020-2022) Structural Dynamics and Seismic Design (CIVENG 4DD4, 2021-2022) Specialized Studies in Civil Engineering (CIVENG 704, 2020) Seismic Design of Structures (CIVENG 4ED4, 2019) This demonstrates substantial involvement in both fundamental mechanics and specialized structural engineering instruction.

Karl Butlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Hydrogeology
• Seismoelectric Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karl Butler is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of New Brunswick (Fredericton campus). His research focuses on geophysical methods for engineering, environmental, and exploration applications, particularly in groundwater resources, seismoelectric phenomena, and coastal marine sedimentology. He holds a PhD in Earth Sciences and has conducted extensive fieldwork involving electrical, seismic, and geophysical well logging techniques. Research Interests: Rock physics and geophysical method development Seismoelectric phenomena and instrumentation Groundwater monitoring and nitrate infiltration Coastal aquifer dynamics Recent work emphasizes dam seepage surveillance, ice-sheet characterization, and self-potential monitoring for aquifer transmissivity estimation. His projects often integrate field experiments with numerical modeling to validate theoretical predictions. Key Projects: Development of seismoelectric/electroseismic methods Seawater intrusion studies in New Brunswick aquifers Seismic amplification assessments in urban settings Lab/Team: Active in UNB's geophysical instrumentation group, collaborating on projects involving specialized equipment for resistivity and induced polarization measurements in rock cores.

• Steel Construction
• Composite Construction
• Fire Protection
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Maria-Mirabela Firan is a Researcher at the Chair of Metal Construction at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) . She holds a M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from TUM (2017) and a B.Sc. from both TUM and the Polytechnic University of Timisoara (2014). Her work focuses on the fire resistance of hot-dip galvanized steel structures , particularly in composite beams and bridge construction . Education B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2010-2014), Polytechnic University of Timisoara, Romania Double Degree B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2012-2014), Technical University of Munich M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2014-2017), Technical University of Munich Research Contributions span the analysis of high-strength steel and zinc-aluminum coatings under fire conditions, including thermal emissivity, connection vulnerabilities, and composite beam performance. Her publications address practical applications in bridge engineering and computational modeling validation. Teaching includes courses and seminars on Steel Construction and Computational Design of Steel Structures , alongside tutorial leadership in foundational steel engineering.

Loizos Pelecanosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computational Mechanics
• Earthquake Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Loizos Pelecanos is a Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the University of Bath, with expertise in Computational Mechanics, Earthquake Engineering, and Soil-Structure Interaction. He holds a PhD from Imperial College London and has conducted post-doctoral research at the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on sustainable infrastructure, embodied carbon optimization, and structural health monitoring using fibre-optic sensing. He leads projects on minimizing carbon emissions in construction and enhancing the resilience of civil structures against dynamic loads. Educations: PhD in Computational Earthquake Engineering, Imperial College London (2013) MEng in Civil Engineering, Imperial College London (2009) Research Interests: Computational Mechanics & Finite Element Analysis Offshore Wind Turbine Dynamics Geotechnical Engineering & Soil-Pile Interaction Sustainable Construction Materials Structural Health Monitoring via Distributed Fibre-Optic Sensing His recent work emphasizes reducing environmental impact through optimized pile design and mitigating risks in underground and marine infrastructure. Grants & Projects: Minimising Embodied Carbon in Foundations (2025) Cable Corrosion in Long-Span Bridges (2024) AI for Net Zero Construction (2022) Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES) and the Foundry: Centre for Digital, Manufacturing & Design at the University of Bath. Active in fibre-optic monitoring of CERN tunnels and offshore wind turbine foundations.

Filipe Teixeira-Diasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Impulsive Dynamics
• Terminal Ballistics
• Energy Absorption Materials
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Filipe Teixeira-Dias is Professor and Personal Chair of Impulsive Dynamics at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering. His research specializes in materials and structures under extreme dynamic loads, with applications in aerospace, defense, and transportation systems. His publications demonstrate expertise in blast dynamics, additive manufacturing for ballistics, and computational modeling of impact phenomena. Research trends show consistent focus on energy-absorbing materials and protective systems. Director of Mechanical Engineering (2021-2024) Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers

Christian Malaga Chuquitaypeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Applied Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Malaga Chuquitaype is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, leading research in Structural Earthquake Engineering and Applied Dynamics. He directs the Emerging Structural Technologies Lab and serves as Director of Undergraduate Admissions for the Civil Engineering Department and Director of the MSc in Earthquake Engineering program. His academic roles include Departmental Postdoc Champion and editorial positions at journals like Structures and Engineering Structures . He holds a PhD from Imperial College London (2012), MSc from the ROSE School in Italy (2007), and a five-year engineering degree from the National University of San Agustin (2000). His research integrates advanced numerical methods with experimental techniques to address extreme structural challenges, including earthquake-resistant design and extraterrestrial architecture. Notable awards include the Best Research Paper Prize from the Institution of Structural Engineers (2019) and the Tso Kung Hsieh Award (2015). His work emphasizes innovative technologies like AI-driven structural modeling and digitally manufactured materials. He actively contributes to international standards committees (e.g., ISO/TC 165) and advises on engineering education through roles at the Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT). The Emerging Structural Technologies Lab focuses on resilient structures, hybrid timber-GFRC systems, and lunar arch forms.

Qing Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Impact Engineering
• Structural Crashworthiness
• High Strain-Rate Material Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Qing Li is a Professor of Applied Mechanics in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department at The University of Manchester. He holds an adjunct professorship at Beijing Institute of Technology. With a PhD and higher doctorate (DEng) from the University of Liverpool, his expertise spans impact engineering, structural crashworthiness, and high-strain-rate material behavior. His research addresses challenges in protective technology, multi-scale mechanics modeling, and shock environment dynamics. Education: BSc/MSc in Mechanics, Peking University PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Liverpool DEng (Higher Doctorate), University of Liverpool Research Interests: His work focuses on material and structural responses under extreme conditions, including penetration mechanics and protective systems. Key areas include cellular material mechanics, blast-resistant design, and computational modeling of dynamic material behavior. His contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to infrastructure resilience and safety. Labs/Teams: He leads the Impact & Explosion Research Group , advancing protective technology and structural safety through collaborative projects with industry and government bodies. Awards: Fellow of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (FIMechE) Grants & Activities: Editorial roles at International Journal of Impact Engineering and other journals Consultancy for industry/government on blast and impact engineering Supervised 15 postgraduate research projects

Todd Petersenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electromagnetics
• Instrumentation and Measurement
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Todd Petersen is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), where he has held academic roles since 2009. He previously earned his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State University (2000–2009). His research focuses on electromagnetics, instrumentation, materials science, and renewable energy systems, with notable contributions to wireless sensor networks and hydrokinetic device durability. Petersen holds a patent for long-lifespan wireless sensors (2016) and has advised projects like the SAE Baja team. He actively serves on committees, including the CoEng Computers and Software Committee and ACDLITe. His teaching spans foundational electrical engineering courses (EE A203/A204) to advanced topics like electromagnetics (EE A314/A324), instrumentation (EE A308), and communication systems (EE A462). Petersen’s work bridges theoretical research and applied engineering, demonstrated through collaborative projects like acoustic salmon tracking and snowplow real-time monitoring. His publications span journals (Renewable Energy, IEEE Transactions) and conferences, emphasizing practical solutions for energy systems, materials performance, and environmental monitoring. Education: Ph.D. Electrical Engineering, Kansas State University, 2009 M.S. Electrical Engineering, Kansas State University, 2003 B.S. Electrical Engineering, Kansas State University, 2000 Petersen’s research interests include sensor networks, tribology in renewable energy components, and precision engineering systems. His funded projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (2005–2008) and Honeywell (2004) highlight expertise in defense technology and industrial applications. Future work includes developing in-situ resistivity probes and advancing hydrokinetic device reliability.

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Welding Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Timo Björk is a Professor at the LUT School of Energy Systems, Lappeenranta University of Technology. His primary research focuses on fatigue analysis of welded joints, high-strength steels, additive manufacturing, and structural integrity. Key areas of expertise include the evaluation of fatigue performance under variable loading conditions, advanced welding techniques, and computational methods like the 4R approach and finite element analysis. His work involves experimental investigations of material behavior, including studies on ultra-high-strength steels (e.g., S700K, S960MC, S1100), aluminum alloys, and stainless steels. He explores methods to enhance joint fatigue life through treatments such as high-frequency mechanical impact (HFMI) and post-weld treatments. Recent projects address challenges in additive manufacturing for industrial applications, laser powder bed fusion, and the integration of computational models with physical testing. Björk collaborates on topics like distortion control in welding, material characterization under elevated temperatures, and fracture mechanics. His contributions span structural engineering, marine applications, and automotive steel components. He has published extensively on fatigue assessment methodologies, joint design optimization, and the mechanical properties of novel materials processed via advanced manufacturing techniques.

Rachael Hazaelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Material Science
• Ballistics
• Protective Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rachael Hazael is a Reader in Applied Materials at Cranfield University's Centre for Defence Engineering and Physical Science. Her research investigates the effects of extreme conditions on material behavior, specializing in novel materials, chemistries, and biological systems, particularly in the context of explosive and ballistic events, armour systems, and personal protective equipment. Her research interests span material science under extreme pressures and temperatures, with focus areas including ballistic impact analysis, blast pressure effects, and development of advanced functional materials for defence applications. She has extensive expertise in dynamic shock compression and frequently consults with military and security organizations. Her recent research publications demonstrate strong focus on combustion science of energetic materials, computational modeling of blast effects, and innovative protective solutions. Key themes include defining combustion regimes, numerical simulation of threats, and sustainable protection technologies. Women In Defence Awards 2022 (Research and Innovation) - Shortlisted Top 50 Women in Engineering 2023: Safety and Security - Finalist Dr. Hazael leads the Advanced Materials for Protective Engineering Group (AMPEG) at Cranfield Defence and Security, focusing on blast and ballistics research. She lectures on material response to impact events for multiple MSc programs in Forensic Explosives and Ballistics.

Hervé LE SOURNEمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Maritime Engineering
• Structural Analysis
• Offshore Wind Energy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hervé LE SOURNE is a Researcher at ICAM in Nantes, France, with a HDR qualification. He is associated with the GeM laboratory and focuses on structural response analysis, particularly in ship collisions, offshore wind turbines, and underwater explosion effects. His research bridges applied mechanics with engineering solutions for maritime safety and renewable energy infrastructure. Research interests include structural integrity under accidental loads, fluid-structure interaction, and analytical modeling for collision scenarios. He collaborates with global research institutions to develop rapid assessment tools for ship-grounding damage and offshore structure resilience. His work emphasizes practical applications in naval architecture and civil engineering. Key contributions involve simplifying complex simulations for real-world scenarios, such as monopile wind turbine resistance to ship impacts and dynamic response of submerged cylinders to underwater explosions. These studies aim to enhance safety standards and design methodologies in maritime and offshore environments.

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Hydrogen Safety
• Risk Assessment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ehsan Arzaghi is a researcher at the University of Tasmania, affiliated with the College of Sciences and Engineering, School of Engineering. His work focuses on offshore renewable energy systems, hydrogen safety, corrosion modeling, and risk assessment in marine environments. His research interests include offshore renewable energy, hydrogen safety, risk assessment, marine infrastructure reliability, corrosion modeling, process safety, offshore wind energy, green hydrogen production, computational fluid dynamics, and machine learning applications in safety engineering. These areas are reflected in his extensive publication record in high-impact journals such as Renewable Energy , Ocean Engineering , and International Journal of Hydrogen Energy . The recent articles highlight a strong trend toward integrating risk assessment with renewable energy systems, particularly in offshore and hydrogen-related applications. His work combines computational modeling, machine learning, and multi-criteria decision-making frameworks to address safety and reliability challenges in marine and energy infrastructure. There are no scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Arzaghi has collaborated extensively with researchers such as Rouzbeh Abbassi, Vikram Garaniya, and Mohammad Mahdi Abaei on numerous projects related to offshore safety and renewable energy systems. No specific grants are mentioned, but the collaborative nature and scope of the research suggest involvement in funded projects. There is no mention of labs or research teams in the provided text.

• Marine Mammalogy
• Conservation Biology
• Marine Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Iwona Pawliczka serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Gdańsk's Faculty of Oceanography and Geography, based at the Hel Marine Station. Her research integrates marine mammalogy, conservation genomics, and environmental toxicology to address critical threats to Baltic Sea ecosystems, with particular focus on harbor porpoises ( Phocoena phocoena ) and grey seals ( Halichoerus grypus ). Her research portfolio demonstrates exceptional depth in three interconnected domains: Conservation Genomics: Leading population structure analyses of harbor porpoises across North Atlantic gradients, utilizing long-read genome assemblies to understand adaptive evolution and inform management units Environmental Toxicology: Pioneering investigations into mercury, rare earth elements, and phenolic compounds across life stages of Baltic grey seals, with emphasis on maternal transfer mechanisms and health impacts Anthropogenic Impact Assessment: Quantifying underwater noise effects from munitions and shipping, developing evidence-based guidelines for offshore wind farms and tourism traffic near critical habitats Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strategic shift toward integrated 'One Health' approaches, combining genomic, toxicological, and acoustic methodologies to address cumulative stressors on Baltic marine mammals. This interdisciplinary synthesis directly informs EU-level conservation policy, particularly through her contributions to ICES Working Group on Marine Mammal Ecology (WGMME) and national marine spatial planning initiatives. Her applied work manifests in concrete conservation outcomes including: Development of mandatory guidelines for offshore wind farm environmental impact assessments in Polish waters Creation of tourism traffic protocols for newly established grey seal haul-out sites Implementation frameworks for minimizing fisheries interactions with marine mammals Standardized protocols for handling stranded marine mammals Based at the Hel Marine Station, Dr. Pawliczka's research directly supports the University of Gdańsk's Baltic Sea research infrastructure, contributing to long-term monitoring programs that track population recovery of recolonizing grey seals and critically endangered harbor porpoises in Polish waters.