جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Stuart Ryderمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Astronomical Transients
• Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs)
• Core-Collapse Supernovae
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stuart Ryder is an Adjunct Fellow at the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Macquarie University, and a member of the Astrophysics and Space Technologies Research Centre. He also serves part-time as a Program Manager with Astronomy Australia Limited at Macquarie University, where he oversees Australia’s strategic partnerships with the European Southern Observatory and the Rubin Observatory’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time. Previously, he led the International Telescopes Support Office at the Australian Astronomical Observatory. PhD in Astronomy & Astrophysics, Australian National University (1989–1993) B.Sc. (First Class Honours) in Astronomy, University of Canterbury (1985–1988) Dr. Ryder's research focuses on astronomical transients, particularly core-collapse supernovae and Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs). He co-leads the SUNBIRD collaboration, which uses advanced infrared adaptive optics on 8–10 metre class telescopes (Gemini, Keck, Subaru, VLT) to uncover obscured supernovae. He has flown eight missions on NASA’s SOFIA observatory. His work with the CRAFT collaboration on FRB localization led to the 2021 AAAS Newcomb Cleveland Prize for the most impactful paper in Science in 2019/20. In 2023, his team discovered the most distant FRB to date, originating from a compact galaxy group nearly 8 billion years ago. The recent publications of Dr. Ryder reflect a strong trend in high-energy transient astrophysics, particularly in the optical and radio follow-up of FRBs and supernovae. His work integrates multi-wavelength observations and international collaborations to probe cosmic phenomena such as baryonic matter distribution, host galaxy properties, and the origins of explosive transients. Key journals include Science , Nature , and Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society , indicating high-impact contributions to astrophysics and cosmology. AAAS Newcomb Cleveland Prize (2021) – for the most impactful paper in Science (2019/20) Allison-Levick Lecturer (2023) Dr. Ryder has supervised several research students, including Erik Kool (PhD, Macquarie), Igor Andreoni (PhD, Swinburne), Lachlan Marnoch (MRes and PhD, Macquarie), and Srivardini Ayyappann (MRes, Macquarie). He is involved in major collaborative projects such as the MQAAAstro research centre at Macquarie University. His external role as Program Manager with Astronomy Australia Ltd involves strategic engagement with international observatories, facilitating Australian access to cutting-edge facilities. Future research will likely continue to explore FRB origins, supernova populations, and cosmological applications of transients. Dr. Ryder is a key member of the CRAFT and SUNBIRD collaborations, leading optical follow-up campaigns for FRBs and infrared studies of supernovae. His work involves close coordination with international teams using the Very Large Telescope, SOFIA, and radio arrays like ASKAP. These teams are at the forefront of transient astronomy, combining data from multiple observatories to achieve precise localizations and physical characterizations of cosmic explosions.

Tom Huiskampمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• High-Voltage Pulsed Power Technology
• Transient Plasma Generation
• Environmental Applications (Air Purification, Sustainable Agriculture)
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Tom Huiskamp is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), specializing in high-voltage pulsed power technology for transient plasma generation. His research focuses on environmental applications such as air purification and sustainable alternatives to pesticides in agriculture through plasma-activated water. He is affiliated with the Electrical Energy Systems research group and the High Tech Systems Center, with external collaborations at institutions like the University of Southern California and Leibniz Institute for Plasma Science. MSc and PhD in Electrical Engineering from TU/e (cum laude, 2011 and 2015) Postdoctoral researcher at TU/e (2015-2016), later appointed as Assistant Professor Visiting Scientist at INP Greifswald (2016), Research Associate at USC (2017-2018) His work spans nanosecond pulsed power circuits, CO2 plasma technology, and programmable high-voltage systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight advancements in solid-state Marx generators, plasma diagnostics for NOx removal, industrial emission control, and CO2 dissociation for future fuels. These align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly environmental protection and sustainable agriculture. Notable scientific awards include the NWO Veni Prize (2018), Hidde Nijland Prize (2024), NWO Vidi Prize (2024), and the Kenneth J. Germeshausen Award (2024). He has led projects like "Plasma for Plants" and "Making plasma-assisted combustion efficient" and teaches courses on high-voltage and pulsed power technology. NWO Veni Prize: Flexible, Fast High-Voltage Pulses for a Better Environment (2018) NWO Vidi Prize: High-Voltage on the Rocks (2024) Hidde Nijland Prize: Scientific Excellence (2024) Kenneth J. Germeshausen Award: Career Achievement (2024) Tom actively contributes to conferences and organizing events like the HAKONE XVII symposium. His research integrates theoretical and experimental approaches, emphasizing real-time diagnostics, impedance matching, and sustainable applications.

Hans Albert Riesenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Laser Spectroscopy
• Optical Data Storage
• X-ray Storage Phosphors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Hans Albert Riesen holds the position of Professor in Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics at UNSW Canberra, specializing in laser spectroscopy and optical data storage. He served as Associate Dean (Research) at UNSW Canberra from May 2012 to May 2020. His research focuses on applications of laser spectroscopy, including spectral hole-burning in transition metal ion-doped materials and novel X-ray storage technologies. Riesen has authored over 140 journal articles and holds international patents. His recent work includes advancements in slow/fast light generation via transient hole-burning and collaborations with ANU and industry partners for high-density optical storage. Education: lic.-phil.-nat. (1983), Dr. phil.-nat. (1987) from University of Bern, Switzerland. Research Supervision: Active in laser spectroscopy, X-ray storage phosphors, and nano-materials. Key achievements include a 2020 Spotlight on Optics highlight for research on ruby spectroscopy, and co-founding Dosimetry & Imaging Pty Ltd to commercialize X-ray storage technology. Grants include ARC Large Grants (2000-2004), Discovery Projects (2007-2010), and a Linkage Project (2011-2015). Awards: ARC Fellow (1993-1998). Labs/Teams: Involved with UNSW's research infrastructure, including collaborations on high-density storage and medical imaging ventures with ANU and industry.

Liam Connorمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Astrophysics
• Fast Radio Bursts
• Machine Learning in Astronomy
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Liam Connor is a Canadian astrophysicist and Tolman Postdoctoral Fellow at Caltech, where he has been since 2020. Previously, he worked at the University of Amsterdam. He earned his PhD in 2016 from the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics at the University of Toronto, specializing in cosmology before transitioning to Fast Radio Burst (FRB) research. His work integrates artificial intelligence with astronomy to advance understanding of the universe. Connor's research interests include FRBs, astrophysical phenomena, and machine learning applications in observational astronomy. His academic journey includes a notable shift from cosmology to FRBs mid-doctorate, reflecting his focus on transient astrophysical events. He also contributes to public outreach through events like the Caltech Astro seminar on FRBs (December 2021), where he discussed FRB origins, magnetars, and the role of the James Webb Space Telescope. Beyond academia, Connor enjoys back-country skiing, puppet stop-motion animation, and keeping silkie chickens.

Shri Kulkarniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Compact Objects
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Shri Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology , where he has been a faculty member since 1987. He has served as Department Chair and Director of Caltech Optical Observatories (Palomar and Keck Observatories). Currently, he leads the Zwicky Transient Survey , a large-scale effort to monitor the sky for short-timescale phenomena. His research focuses on Compact objects, including neutron stars and gamma-ray bursts Cosmic explosions and related discoveries Key contributions: first detection of millisecond pulsars, brown dwarfs, galactic fast radio bursts, and determination of gamma-ray burst distances Scientific accolades include Helen B. Warner Award (American Astronomical Society) Alan T Waterman Prize (National Science Foundation), awarded to the most accomplished scientist/engineer under 35 in the USA

Igor Andreoniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electromagnetic counterparts to gravitational waves
• Multi-messenger Astronomy
• High Energy transients
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Igor Andreoni is an Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, serving as co-Chair of the Rubin Transients and Variable Stars Scientific Collaboration. His research focuses on electromagnetic counterparts to gravitational waves, multi-messenger astronomy, and high-energy transients. He leads the Andreoni Transient Astronomy Lab (ATA Lab), which explores extreme cosmic events using telescopes like the Dark Energy Camera and the Zwicky Transient Facility. He is actively involved in preparations for the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, aiming to maximize its discovery potential post-2024. His work includes contributions to the GROWTH network and the 'Deeper Wider Faster' program during his PhD, targeting fast astrophysical bursts and gravitational wave events. Andreoni collaborates widely, as evidenced by his GitHub repositories, which include tools for astronomical data reduction and visualization.

Matthew Gieslerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Astrophysics
• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Numerical Relativity
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Matthew Giesler is a postdoctoral scholar in the TAPIR group at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), specializing in computational and theoretical astrophysics. His research focuses on numerical relativity, particularly using the Spectral Einstein Code (SpEC) as part of the Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes (SXS) collaboration to study black holes and gravitational waves. He contributes to large-scale simulations of binary black hole mergers and neutron star collisions, emphasizing high-precision modeling and waveform analysis. His work involves advancing numerical methods like discontinuous Galerkin techniques and investigating topics such as black hole ringdown overtones, small mass-ratio corrections, and gravitational wave parameter estimation. Giesler collaborates extensively with international teams including LIGO, Virgo, and KAGRA to analyze observational data from gravitational wave detectors. Key projects include the SXS Collaboration's catalogs of binary black hole simulations and studies of extreme mass ratio systems. His research bridges theoretical predictions with observational data, contributing to tests of general relativity and cosmological parameter constraints. Despite no listed formal awards, his contributions to gravitational wave astronomy are highlighted through high-impact publications and collaborative efforts in multi-messenger astrophysics. His work supports the development of SpECTRE, a multi-physics simulation framework, and informs future gravitational wave detectors' data analysis methods.

Dana Sulas-Kernمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Photovoltaics
• Device Physics
• Materials Reliability
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Dana Sulas-Kern serves as a Researcher IV in the Materials Science Advanced Manufacturing group at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), where she has worked since 2018. Her research spans two primary areas: photovoltaic module/cell reliability and solar photochemistry, combining fundamental research on ultrafast processes with applied studies of photovoltaic durability. Her educational background includes dual bachelor's degrees in Chemistry and Materials Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, followed by a Master's and PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Washington. Sulas-Kern's research focuses on photovoltaics device physics, reliability, and durability, with particular expertise in luminescence and thermal imaging, ultrafast transient absorption spectroscopy, time-resolved microwave photoconductivity, and photoinduced charge transfer processes. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical solar energy applications, addressing critical challenges in photovoltaic performance and longevity. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on understanding degradation mechanisms in emerging photovoltaic technologies, particularly perovskite modules, while also exploring fundamental charge transport phenomena in novel materials systems. Her research integrates advanced characterization techniques with computational modeling to address real-world solar energy challenges. Scientific Awards: American Chemical Society, Chemistry of Materials – Editor's Choice, Top 5 Most Read Article (2015) David M. Ritter Chemistry Graduate Fellowship Award (2011) National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship (2012) National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (2012) National Science Foundation – Graduate Research Internship Program (2017) Sulas-Kern has built an extensive research portfolio with over 85 publications spanning from 2018 to 2025. Her work demonstrates strong collaboration across national laboratories, universities, and industry partners. At NREL, she contributes to both fundamental understanding of photovoltaic materials and practical solutions for improving solar module reliability in field conditions. Her research program integrates advanced experimental techniques including luminescence imaging, ultrafast spectroscopy, and microwave photoconductivity to address critical challenges in photovoltaic technology development and deployment. She maintains active collaborations with Brookhaven National Laboratory, MIT, and various academic and industry partners in the solar energy field.

• Cosmology
• Astrophysics
• Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gary F. Hinshaw is a cosmologist and Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of British Columbia. His work focuses on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) and radio astronomy, with leadership roles in major projects like the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) and the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME). Undergraduate: University of California, Berkeley PhD: Harvard University His research spans CMB analysis, HI intensity mapping, galaxy cluster studies, and fast radio burst (FRB) detection. Current projects include the Simons Observatory and CHORD (Canadian Hydrogen Observatory and Radio-Transient Detector). Recent publications highlight CHIME's contributions to HI emission detection, CMB foreground separation, and Faraday tomography of Galactic magnetic fields. Awards include the 2018 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics and the NASA Goddard Space Science Achievement Award.

• Astrophysics
• Gravitational Waves
• Binary Evolution
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Dr. Marc van der Sluys van der Sluijs is a researcher at Utrecht University's Department of Gravitational and Subatomic Physics (GRASP) and the Dutch National Institute for Nuclear and High Energy Physics (Nikhef) in Amsterdam. His academic focus spans gravitational-wave detection, binary evolution, and computational astrophysics, with active roles in the Virgo, LIGO, and Einstein Telescope collaborations. Research Interests: His work centers on gravitational-wave data analysis, neutron star and black hole coalescences, common-envelope evolution, and multi-messenger astronomy. He employs heavy computing and Bayesian statistics for empirical modeling of astrophysical phenomena. Teaching: He teaches Introduction to Astrophysics and Stellar Evolution in Utrecht University's physics bachelor program. Publications: His recent articles (2019–2025) predominantly explore gravitational-wave detection methodologies, dark matter searches, and solar position algorithms. Key themes include machine learning applications in astrophysics, multi-instrument data analysis, and open-source software development for scientific computation. Ancillary Activities: He founded hemel.waarnemen.com , a popular Dutch astronomy website with 1–2 million annual visits, providing observational guides for celestial phenomena in Belgium and the Netherlands.

• Astrophysics
• Photometry
• Multicolor Photometry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Erika Pakštienė is a senior researcher at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomy (ITPA) at Vilnius University, Lithuania. Her research spans astrophysics, asteroseismology, variable stars, and exoplanet detection through photometric methods. She is actively involved in doctoral supervision, international summer schools, and science outreach. Education: While specific degrees are not listed, her senior researcher title and publication record indicate advanced academic training in astronomy and astrophysics. Research Interests: Asteroseismology and stellar oscillations Photometric studies of variable stars and exoplanets Gravitational microlensing events Chemical composition of stars and star-planet connections Trans-Neptunian objects and stellar occultations Scientific Contributions: Her recent work includes high-impact studies using TESS data to analyze solar-type stars and their planets, detailed chemical abundance analyses of northern hemisphere stars, and contributions to international collaborations on microlensing and occultation events. Supervision and Teaching: She supervises PhD student Rūta Urbonavičiūtė on variable stars in eclipsing binaries and has mentored numerous master's and bachelor's students during international summer schools and observational training programs. Outreach and Service: Dr. Pakštienė is active in science popularization through media interviews, public lectures, and authoring encyclopedia articles. She serves on the Academic Ethics Commission of the Faculty of Physics and is a member of the Molėtai Astronomical Observatory inventory commission.

Gintautas Tamulaitisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semiconductor physics
• Spectroscopy
• Nonlinear optics
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Prof. Gintautas Tamulaitis is a faculty member at Vilnius University's Institute of Photonics and Nanotechnology, Department of Semiconductor Physics. His academic roles include leadership in the Excellence Center for Advanced Light Technologies and participation in Horizon 2020 projects like AIDAinnova and SCINTIGLASS. His research spans semiconductor physics, scintillators, radiation detectors, and nonlinear optics. Key focus areas include carrier localization effects in nitrides, scintillator engineering for fast response, and optoelectronic material development. His work bridges fundamental studies and applied technologies, particularly in radiation-hard materials and LED-based systems. Recent articles highlight advancements in multicomponent garnet scintillators, transient optical absorption techniques, and carrier diffusion dynamics. Collaborations span institutions like CERN, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and international consortia. Scientific accolades include two Lithuanian National Science Awards (2002, 2008) and a State Fellowship (2004-2005). He supervises doctoral students and has led major grants from the Lithuanian Research Council and Horizon 2020.

Joshua Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gravitational-Wave Physics
• Optics
• Interferometry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joshua Smith is a Professor of Physics and Director of the Nicholas and Lee Begovich Center for Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astronomy at California State University Fullerton. As Deputy Director of the Cosmic Explorer next-generation GW detector project, he bridges cutting-edge optics research with large-scale astrophysical discovery. Current roles: Professor of Physics Dan Black Director, Begovich Center Deputy Director, Cosmic Explorer Research focus: Gravitational wave detector optics LIGO interferometry Detector network characterization Dark matter searches via GW data His publications span gravitational wave detection methods, optical coating materials, and astrophysical implications of GW observations. Recent work includes next-generation observatory siting criteria and advanced data analysis techniques for transient GW events. Joshua Smith contributes to open-source detector characterization software and collaborates across the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA network. He leads efforts to improve detector sensitivity through materials science and interferometry innovations, while exploring multi-messenger astrophysics connections. The Begovich Center under his leadership supports gravitational wave research, education, and public outreach. His team actively participates in Cosmic Explorer R&D initiatives and maintains key detector diagnostics tools used across the global GW community.

Pascal Mérindolمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Routing
• Internet Measurements
• Network Security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pascal Mérindol is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the ICube Lab (UMR CNRS 7357) and the Network Research Group. His academic career spans roles in routing, internet measurements, and network security. He obtained his HDR (Habilitation to Direct Research) in 2022 and leads the national ANR project NanoNet (2019-2022). He has served on the Editorial Board of Elsevier's Computer Communications Journal (2016-2020) and contributed to European projects like GN4 (2016-2018) and TRILOGY (2008-2011). Research interests include: Multipath and Loop-Free Routing: Developing algorithms for network reliability and fast rerouting in wired intra-domain networks. Internet Measurements: Tools like MERLIN and mrinfo for topology discovery, MPLS signatures, and fingerprinting. Energy-Efficient Wireless Networks: Distributed heuristics for MLST (Maximum Leaves Spanning Tree) to optimize battery usage. Fast IP Protection: Schemes for tunnel protection and restoration in IP networks. His work has been published in journals such as IEEE Transactions on Networking (TON), Computer Networks (COMNET), and conferences including INFOCOM and IMC. He mentors PhD students like François Clad and has contributed to teaching modules on networks, protocols, distributed systems, and performance evaluation at the University of Strasbourg.

Aris Karastergiouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulsar Astronomy
• Radio Astronomy
• Fast Radio Bursts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Aris Karastergiou serves as Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Oxford and holds a Fellow by Special Election in Astrophysics position at St Edmund Hall, where he is also a College Lecturer in Physics. His research leverages next-generation radio telescopes including the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), LOFAR, and MeerKAT to advance pulsar science and transient astronomy. Specializing in pulsar astrophysics, Karastergiou investigates emission mechanisms, timing properties, and interstellar medium effects through observational and computational techniques. His work emphasizes real-time processing systems for transient detection and large-scale data analysis from international collaborations, with significant contributions to understanding neutron star physics and fast radio bursts. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals concentrated focus on the Thousand-Pulsar-Array programme using MeerKAT, yielding insights into pulsar polarization, timing variability, Galactic magnetic fields, and pulse profile evolution. These studies frequently address millisecond pulsars, fast radio bursts, and computational methods for handling massive radio astronomy datasets. Fellow by Special Election in Astrophysics (St Edmund Hall) As principal investigator of the ARTEMIS project, Karastergiou leads real-time pulsar and fast radio burst discovery initiatives, securing research funding for advanced instrumentation including FPGA-based accelerators. His leadership in major international collaborations like SKA and MeerKAT demonstrates significant mentorship roles despite limited student listings in available records. He actively contributes to the Square Kilometre Array, LOFAR telescope network, and MeerKAT operations, participating in key working groups for pulsar timing arrays and transient science. His research group develops specialized pipelines for real-time data processing across multiple observatories in southern Africa and Western Australia.