جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Additive manufacturing
• Biopolymers
• Polymer composites
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Giovanna Colucci is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of Politecnico di Torino. She is a member of the Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo - Integrated Additive Manufacturing and focuses on materials science and technology, particularly in additive manufacturing and polymer composites. Her research aligns with SDG Goal 12 (Responsible consumption and production). Research Interests : Additive manufacturing, Biopolymers, Polymer composites, Polymers and plastics, Green materials, Materials characterization Her work emphasizes sustainable material development, including bio-based photopolymers, lignin-based composites, and eco-friendly manufacturing techniques. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications in automotive, environmental engineering, and energy storage. Scientific Awards : Effective member of Associazione Italiana Macromolecole (2007-2013) Colucci supervises PhD students Federica Di Stefano and Francesca Sacchi in projects related to innovative photopolymerizable formulations. She participates in teaching roles across mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and sustainable design programs.

Tim Kowalewskiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Surgical Robotics
• Soft Robotics
• Medical Simulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tim Kowalewski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota. His research focuses on integrating robotics, biomedical engineering, and surgical training technologies. Academic Affiliation: University of Minnesota Primary Appointment: Mechanical Engineering Research Interests: Dr. Kowalewski leads research in four major areas: Smart Surgical Tools: Development of instrumented tools for quantitative surgical techniques. Surgical Robotics: Creation of custom robots for procedural automation and sensor stream analysis. Surgical Simulation: Collaboration with CREST to advance VR and tissue-based surgical training. Surgical Genome Project: Partnership with University of Washington to build an open database of surgical procedures. Publication Trends: His recent work emphasizes soft robotics fabrication, surgical skill quantification, and medical simulation innovations. Key themes include dynamic manufacturing, tissue mechanics, and crowd-sourced evaluation systems. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2019) NSF EFRI C3 SoRo Grant (2018)

• Engineering Design
• Product Design Engineering
• Design Theory and Methodology
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Boris Eisenbart is a Professor of Product Design Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology, jointly appointed between the School of Design and Architecture and the School of Engineering. He serves as the Course Coordinator for the Product Design Engineering Program and is actively engaged in research, teaching, and academic service. His research focuses on engineering design , innovation management , and composite manufacturing , with emphasis on digital modeling, process optimization, and interdisciplinary collaboration. His work spans fields such as Resin Transfer Moulding, finite element simulation, AI in manufacturing, and sustainable product development. Recent publications highlight a strong trend in data-driven modeling , Industry 4.0 , and composite process optimization , often integrating machine learning and simulation techniques to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality. His research also extends to futuristic domains like lunar metallurgy and smart product prototyping. Boris has served on the Programme Committee of the International Conference on Engineering Design (ICED) and is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Engineering Design . Supervision: He is actively supervising numerous PhD students in areas including AI in engineering change, composite automation, digital twins, and sustainable design. Grants: He has led multiple research projects funded by government bodies (e.g., Department of Education Victoria, CSIRO) and industry partners (e.g., Ford, FIA, FALCON UAV), covering topics such as hydrogen storage, lightweight composites, and drone-based bird scarers. Labs and Teams: He leads research through the Swin Composite Sync 4.0 (SCS4) data acquisition system, enabling Industry 4.0 advancements in composite manufacturing. His work integrates digital twins, simulation, and real-time monitoring for process optimization.

• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
• Battery Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Per Erik Vullum is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), based at Realfagbygget, D4-106, Gløshaugen campus (Høgskoleringen 5). His research spans materials science with emphasis on lithium-ion battery systems, electron microscopy characterization, and welding of dissimilar metals. Contact details: per.vullum@ntnu.no, +4773593486, +4793016522. Primary research interests include: Battery materials (silicon anodes, layered oxide cathodes, solid electrolytes) Intermetallic phase formation in aluminum-copper/steel welds Advanced microscopy techniques (TEM, STEM, in situ characterization) Industrial catalysis for energy and chemical processes Additive manufacturing of high-strength alloys Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant focus on battery technology (8 articles, 53%), particularly silicon anode degradation and cathode cracking mechanisms. Secondary themes include dissimilar metal joining (4 articles, 27%) and electron microscopy (2 articles, 13%), with one catalysis study. Collaborative work with SINTEF and industry partners is evident through co-authors on welding and subsea cable projects. Scientific awards: No awards mentioned in the source text Advising and grants: The provided text does not reference any PhD/Master's students, grants, or funding sources. His collaborative publications suggest team-based research but omit specific grant details. Labs and teams: Vullum operates within NTNU's materials research ecosystem, likely connected to electron microscopy facilities given his TEM-focused publications. His SINTEF blog contribution indicates active collaboration with Norway's applied research sector, particularly in subsea cable and battery projects.

Onyema Ndukaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sustainable power systems
• Microgrids/Minigrids
• Power quality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Onyema Nduka is a Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Power Systems at the Department of Electronic Engineering, School of Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences (EPMS), Royal Holloway University of London. He holds IEEE Senior Membership, IET Membership, COREN Registration, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy with a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice from RHUL. His educational background includes: PhD in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College London (awarded 2018) MSc in Control Systems from Imperial College London (awarded 2014) Dr Nduka's research centers on sustainable power systems, developing analytical and computational tools for deeply decarbonised electricity networks. His work spans power system planning, physics-driven and data-driven modeling, and control strategies for high-renewable integration scenarios involving solar PV, electric vehicles, and battery storage. He employs advanced mathematics, statistics, control theory, and machine learning to address grid stability challenges. His recent publications (2022-2025) reveal strong thematic convergence in machine learning applications for power flow analysis, microgrid resilience under extreme weather, and optimization frameworks for electric vehicle charging. These works consistently integrate data-driven methodologies with traditional power engineering to enhance grid flexibility and reliability amid renewable energy transitions. Key recognitions include: Best Paper Award (Second Place) at International Conference on Smart Grid 2025 Aluminum Extrusion Industries Plc Alex prize for best graduating student at FUTO Best Graduating Student in EEE Department at FUTO Mathematics Olympiad top honors from Mathematical Association of Nigeria Nestle PLC competition excellence award for South-south Nigeria zone Dr Nduka actively mentors PhD researchers and secures competitive research funding through structured project leadership. His supervision portfolio includes current primary supervision of two funded doctoral candidates investigating data-driven grid operations and battery storage flexibility frameworks, alongside previous co-supervision of completed EV charging research at Imperial College. Active Projects: DENOC (2023-2027) on data-driven network operations; Automated framework for battery storage flexibility (2023-2026) Collaborations: TNEI Services Ltd (industry), Imperial College London, Nigerian/Indian universities He operates within Royal Holloway's Power Systems Engineering Research Centre while maintaining cross-institutional partnerships that drive innovation in decarbonised electricity network solutions through both theoretical and applied research initiatives.

• Food Science
• Bioprocess Technology
• Plant-Based Proteins
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Karolina Östbring is a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Food and Pharma at the Faculty of Engineering, Lund University. Her work lies at the intersection of food science, bioprocess technology, and sustainable innovation, with a strong focus on valorizing plant-based side streams such as okara and rapeseed residues. She contributes to Lund’s LTH Profile Area on Aerosols and is actively involved in interdisciplinary research and public engagement. Lund University, Faculty of Engineering (LTH), Division of Food and Pharma Active researcher in food waste upcycling and sustainable protein systems Principal Investigator and supervisor in multiple national research projects Contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in responsible consumption and sustainable agriculture Her research interests center on sustainable food systems, with emphasis on plant-based proteins , bioprocess technology , food waste valorization , and circular economy . She explores methods such as high-pressure pasteurization, extrusion, membrane filtration, and fungal bioconversion to enhance the functionality and sustainability of food ingredients. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on transforming agricultural and industrial by-products into high-value food and non-food products. Her work spans okara processing , rapeseed residue utilization , emulsion stabilization , and novel meat analogues . The interdisciplinary nature of her research integrates food engineering, environmental science, and industrial biotechnology. Karolina Östbring has supervised doctoral students and contributed to academic examinations and public lectures. She is involved in major research initiatives such as LUPPP and GreenBond2, demonstrating leadership in both fundamental and applied research. Her supervision and collaborative projects reflect a strong network across academia and industry. She is affiliated with laboratories and pilot-scale facilities such as the Lund University Pre Pilot Plant (LUPPP), where advanced membrane systems and bioprocessing technologies are developed. Her team collaborates closely with SLU, Vinnova, and industry partners to scale sustainable food technologies.

• Biofuels
• CO2 Processes and Technologies
• Electrocatalysis
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Guido Saracco is a Full Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of the Polytechnic University of Turin. His research focuses on cutting-edge topics such as Biofuels , CO2 Processing , Electrocatalysis , Hydrogen Production , Membrane Technology , and Wastewater Treatment . Research Interests: His work spans Environmental Catalysis , Photocatalysis , and Structured Catalysts , aligning with key SDGs like Clean Water , Affordable Energy , and Climate Action . He leads projects in Electrochemical Systems and Low-Temperature Heat Exploitation . Recent Trends: His latest publications emphasize Sustainable Energy Solutions (e.g., solid-state batteries, biochar-enhanced biomethane) and Environmental Applications (e.g., biosensors for herbicide detection, CO2 capture materials). Scientific Awards: Fellow, European Energy Research Alliance (2013-2015) Collaborations: He manages over 20 non-commercial agreements with institutions like Eni, Environment Park, and the LINKS Foundation, covering energy, biomedicine, and sustainable manufacturing. Patents: Holds multiple patents in electrochemical biosensors, flame-resistant coatings, and microfuel cell technologies.

• Additive Manufacturing
• 3D Bioprinting
• Reverse Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Luca Iuliano is a Full Professor at the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he serves as both a Member and Coordinator of the Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo - Integrated Additive Manufacturing. His academic career spans multiple decades with continuous involvement in teaching and research related to manufacturing technologies. Professor Iuliano's research interests focus on advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly in the areas of additive manufacturing (AM), 3D bioprinting, reverse engineering, and 3D modeling. His work bridges theoretical understanding with practical industrial applications, addressing challenges in materials engineering, production processes, and design optimization. His research has significant implications for industrial innovation, sustainability, and the advancement of manufacturing technologies across multiple sectors. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the field of additive manufacturing, with recent work focusing on metal additive manufacturing processes, material properties of printed components, and applications in biomedical engineering. The research shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex material systems and applications, with growing emphasis on sustainability and industrial implementation of additive manufacturing technologies. President of Competence Industry Manufacturing 4.0 - CIM 4.0 (2019-2021) Coordinator of Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo Scientific Director for multiple research centers and agreements Professor Iuliano actively supervises PhD students and has been involved in numerous research projects funded by competitive calls, commercial contracts, and international collaborations. His leadership extends to coordinating significant research initiatives including PNRR projects, EU-funded programs like Horizon 2020, and regional research platforms focused on additive manufacturing. The Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo that he coordinates serves as a hub for additive manufacturing research, bringing together expertise from multiple departments to advance both fundamental understanding and industrial applications of these technologies.

Yu-Lin Shenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Heterogeneous Materials
• Micro-mechanical Modeling
• Surface Instabilities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yu-Lin Shen is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of New Mexico, with over 25 years of academic service. His research focuses on deformation and failure mechanisms in heterogeneous materials, micro-mechanical modeling, and computational analysis of thin films and microelectronic packages. PhD in Engineering (Materials Science) from Brown University (1994) Postdoctoral Research at MIT (1994-1996) Professor at UNM since 2006 Author of the book Constrained Deformation of Materials (Springer, 2010) Shen's work spans multiscale material analysis, including: Surface instabilities in thin films Nanoindentation characterization Thermo-mechanical reliability Computational modeling of porous materials His recent publications emphasize plasticity-driven surface patterns, indentation mechanics, and additive manufacturing optimization, with simulations of wind farms and FRP composites. Awards include NSF CAREER and ASME Fellowship. Teaching courses include continuum mechanics and advanced materials science.

Ian Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Soft solids and surfaces
• Food industry engineering
• Rheology of complex fluids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ian Wilson is a Research Professor of Soft Solids and Surfaces at the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology , University of Cambridge. His work focuses on the physics of structured semi-solid materials, particularly in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries, with expertise in rheology, micro-structured materials, and fouling/cleaning mechanisms. Research Areas: Soft solids mechanics, paste processing, bubbly fluids, and industrial cleaning optimization Collaborations: Partnerships with University of Santa Fe, University of Bath, University of Manchester, TU Braunschweig, and TU Dresden Key Contributions: Unified fouling/cleaning framework (Ishiyama et al., Heat Transfer Engineering, 2014), EPSRC Networking Project leadership Scientific Awards: ScD, University of Cambridge (2013) Co-led EPSRC Networking project on Roadmapping Quantitative Modelling in Cleaning and Decontamination

• Incremental sheet forming process
• Manufacturing design by innovative approaches
• Lightweight design and material characterisation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Giuseppina Ambrogio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering of the University of Calabria, Italy. She has been Coordinator of Management and Industrial Engineering courses since 2020 and serves as Scientific Responsible of the "Technology and Sustainable Manufacturing Lab Section" within MechLab. With habilitation as Full Professor since 2022, her academic career spans 19 years at the same institution. Research Interests focus on: Incremental sheet forming and superplastic forming Sustainable manufacturing technologies FEM-AI hybrid optimization techniques Biomedical prostheses manufacturing Lightweight material characterization She has coordinated multiple EU/IT-funded projects like ISIDE and FORMAE-BIO , and co-supervised numerous Marie Curie researchers. Her 20-year scientific production includes 119 SCOPUS-indexed papers (H-index 22) and 120+ master thesis supervisees. International Collaborations include Adjunct Professor at Brandenburg University of Technology and visiting researcher at RWTH Aachen University. She serves as Program Chair for ISM conference tracks and CoChair for ESAFORM symposia.

Karnik Tarverdiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Composites
• Extrusion Technology
• Sustainable Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Karnik Tarverdi serves as Honorary Professor and Director of Extrusion Technology at the Wolfson Centre for Materials Processing within Brunel University London's Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. His leadership focuses on advancing sustainable materials manufacturing through innovative extrusion technologies. His research pioneers sustainable polymer composites, specializing in twin-screw compounding, reactive extrusion, and nano-materials enhancement for engineering applications. Key contributions include recyclable composites for lightweight packaging, bio(degradable) polymers, natural materials processing, and process-induced structuring—driving circular economy solutions in materials science. Over 80 publications and multiple patents validate his technical authority. Professor Tarverdi actively leads UK and EU-funded projects while lecturing MSc courses in Advanced Materials Processing, Biomedical Materials, and Sustainable Polymers. His work bridges industrial implementation with academic innovation through continuous extrusion blending technology. Professional engagements include Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining membership; Society of Plastics Engineers affiliation; Society of Chemical Industry participation; and dual Chartered Engineer/Biologist status through the Society of the Institute of Biology.

• Polymers
• AI/ML Material Discovery
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Connor Armstrong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas, affiliated with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He leads the Materials Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing Lab, focusing on polymer systems, additive manufacturing, and AI/ML-driven material discovery. Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Georgia Institute of Technology, 2023) M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (University of Maryland, 2019) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (University of Maryland, 2017) Postdoctoral Research in Materials Science and Engineering (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2025) Research Interests: His work bridges advanced manufacturing techniques with intelligent systems, emphasizing autonomous experimentation and 4D printing . Key areas include photopolymer optimization , fiber-reinforced composites , and thermoset ink development for ambient-temperature applications. Scientific Awards: Grainger Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023) Georgia Tech Tower Award (2023) NSF Student Award for Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (2021) Georgia Tech Presidential Fellowship (2019) GEM Fellowship (2019) He actively mentors students in research and is currently accepting both undergraduate and graduate advisees for projects at the intersection of materials science and manufacturing innovation.

Alistair McIlhaggerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Advanced Composites
• Aerospace Materials
• Polymer Composite Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Alistair McIlhagger is a leading academic at Ulster University's School of Engineering , where he serves as Professor of Advanced Materials and Director of the Engineering Composites Research Centre (ECRE) . As head of the Advanced Future Materials and Manufacturing Group (AFM2) , his work focuses on composites manufacturing for aerospace, renewable energy, and transport sectors. Key research areas: advanced composites, hydrogen safety engineering, and circular economy materials Major projects: Belfast Regional City Deal AMIC (£87M), Artemis SIP (£2.2M), NWCAM (€8.5M) Industry collaborations: National Composites Centre (UK), Northern Ireland Advanced Engineering Centre (NIACE) Scientific Recognition Visit Belfast Ambassador Award (2024) Scopus h-index: 22 Research Trends (2024–2025): Recent publications emphasize 3D woven composites, fused filament fabrication for medical composites, and sustainable carbon fiber solutions. His work combines biomimetic design principles with industrial applications, particularly in aerospace structural performance and hydrogen storage safety. Academic Leadership : Active in UK engineering policy through EPSRC Peer Review College and NATEP aerospace panels. Organized major conferences including ICMAC Belfast (2009, 2011) and ICCM23 Belfast. Co-founder of spinout company Axis Composites for commercializing preforming technologies.

• Materials Science
• Polymer Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jawad Ullah is a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering, Ulster University. His research focuses on polymer science, composite materials, and advanced 3D printing techniques, particularly in optimizing thermoplastic composites and exploring halide perovskites for energy applications. Role : Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering Institution : Ulster University School : School of Engineering Contact : j.ullah@ulster.ac.uk Ullah’s research spans polymer processing, mechanical properties of composites, and energy storage materials. Key themes include: 3D printing technologies (Fused Filament Fabrication, Material Extrusion) Thermoplastic and carbon fiber composites Crystallisation behavior in polyolefins Supercapacitor electrode materials (halide perovskites, fullerene, rGO) Environmental stress cracking analysis His recent publications highlight advancements in 3D-printed medical devices and supercapacitor composites. Ullah actively participates in conferences like the Polymer Processing Society and contributes to industry collaborations. He completed his doctoral thesis on The Influence of Additives (Pigments) on the Processing and Properties of Polymers , supervised by Dr. E. Harkin-Jones and Dr. E. Archer.