جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Fotis Kopsaftopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Aerospace Engineering
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Fotis Kopsaftopoulos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Nuclear Engineering (MANE) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) , where he has been since 2017. His research focuses on intelligent aerospace and mechanical systems , particularly structural health monitoring (SHM) , stochastic modeling , and machine learning applications for damage detection and fault diagnosis. Education: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering & Aeronautics (2012), University of Patras Diploma in Mechanical Engineering & Aeronautics (2004), University of Patras Research Interests: Kopsaftopoulos develops data-driven SHM frameworks using stochastic time series models , Gaussian process regression , and guided wave propagation for aerospace structures. His work addresses damage detection under varying loads , rotor fault diagnosis in multicopters, and health monitoring of batteries and adhesively bonded joints . Scientific Awards: 2021 Class of 1951 Outstanding Teaching Award at RPI 2015 Most Practical SHM Solution for Aerospace Award (sponsored by Airbus) 1998–1999 Academic Scholarship of Excellence from the State Scholarship Foundation of Greece Teaching & Leadership: He has taught courses such as System Identification , Aerospace Structures and Materials , and Engineering Dynamics at RPI. He served as co-Editor for Structural Health Monitoring proceedings, Associate Editor for the Structural Health Monitoring Journal , and Topic Editor for Sensors Journal . He has advised 6 PhD, 14 MEng/MS, and 46 BS projects.

Ivana Pajač Živkovićمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Agricultural Entomology
• Integrated Fruit and Grape Protection
• Taxonomic Identification
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Ivana Pajač Živković is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb , specializing in Agricultural Entomology at the Division for Phytomedicine. Her research focuses on integrated fruit and grape protection , molecular identification of pests , and invasive arthropod dynamics , with expertise in Cydia pomonella genetics and geometric morphometrics . Education: Doctor of Science (2009-2012), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb Master Engineer of Phytomedicine (2001-2007), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb Her publications emphasize technology-driven pest monitoring (e.g., machine learning, hyperspectral imaging) and biological control strategies for invasive species like Halyomorpha halys and Cydalima perspectalis . Recent work explores caffeine-based biopesticides and wing morphometric tracking for population spread analysis. Professional activities include editorial roles at Agriculturae Conspectus Scientificus (2021-) and Entomologia Croatica (2011-2016). She has coordinated projects on pesticide resistance monitoring and invasive species management , funded by Croatian Science Foundation and EU programs.

• Hypersonics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Planetary Entry Simulations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yu Liu is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering , The University of Queensland, with affiliations to the Centre for Hypersonics . His academic career focuses on hypersonic flight , planetary entry simulations , and advanced materials processing , particularly in radiation measurement and thermodynamic modeling. Yu Liu holds a PhD in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from The University of Queensland (2021) and a Bachelor (Honours) in Power and Energy Systems Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University. His research centers on non-equilibrium radiation in planetary entry conditions , validated through expansion tube experiments and spectroscopic analysis. Key contributions include electron density measurements , test gas substitution for Saturn entry simulations, and high-speed thermography using near-infrared cameras. The 15 most recent articles (2018–2025) span journal publications in Acta Astronautica , AIAA Journal , and Experiments in Fluids , alongside conference proceedings at major aerospace symposia. Topics emphasize hypersonic flow diagnostics , plasma radiation , and planetary mission testing . Dr. Liu is available for supervision and has participated in 2024 AEDS Sarl grant for radiation reconstruction in ExoMars capsule flowfields.

• Neuroscience
• Developmental Biology
• Microscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kimberly L. McArthur is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, where she has been teaching since 2019. Her research focuses on neural circuit development using larval zebrafish as a model organism to explore fundamental questions about how neural circuits form and function. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Washington University in St. Louis (2011) B.A. in Biology from Gustavus Adolphus College in Saint Peter, MN (2004) Dr. McArthur's research investigates how neurons choose synaptic partners, how these partnerships change over time and respond to disruptions, and what consequences these have for circuit function and behavior. Her lab directly observes circuit development in the hindbrain of larval zebrafish using electrophysiology, neuronal tracing, calcium imaging, and behavioral analysis. Her work bridges developmental biology and neuroscience to understand the fundamental principles of neural circuit formation. Her recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate a continued focus on the structural and functional organization of cranial motor neurons, examining dendritic topography, respiratory circuit development, and activity-dependent refinement of neural connections. These works build on her earlier research exploring the resilience of neural circuits to disruptions in neuronal migration, revealing surprising robustness in neural circuit organization. Mentoring Achievements: Annika Tracy '25 won first place undergraduate talk award for neuroscience section based on collaboration with Dr. McArthur Multiple student co-authors on recent publications including Emma Astad '21, Emmett Griffin-Baldwin '22, Bria Tovar '22, and Vivian Tovar '22 Dr. McArthur actively mentors undergraduate researchers in her lab, providing hands-on experience with cutting-edge neuroscience techniques. Her teaching portfolio includes courses in developmental biology, neurobiology, and explorations in biology, where she emphasizes scientific thinking and critical analysis of primary literature. Her laboratory in Fondren-Jones 207 utilizes the larval zebrafish model system to directly observe neural circuit development through electrophysiology, transgenic approaches, and imaging techniques.

Bradley H. Dickersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurobiology
• Biomechanics
• Neural Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bradley H. Dickerson is an Assistant Professor at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute (PNI) at Princeton University, where he leads a research program at the intersection of neurobiology, biomechanics, and behavior. His lab investigates how sensory input structures motor output in Drosophila melanogaster , leveraging genetic tools to map and manipulate neural circuits involved in flight control. Research Focus: Dickerson's work centers on the functional organization of insect flight circuits, particularly the role of halteres as gyroscopic sensors. His integrative approach combines in vivo calcium imaging, muscle physiology, and behavioral analysis to study sensory feedback mechanisms during flight maneuvers. Publication Trends: His recent articles focus on neural encoding in biological gyroscopes, flight control mechanics, and sensorimotor integration in insects. Common themes include mechanosensory feedback, neural circuit mapping, and bioinspired robotics applications. Awards & Recognition: Searle Scholars Program Award McKnight Scholars Award Research Support: His lab is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), BRAIN Initiative, and other grants. He actively recruits postdoctoral researchers and students to study flight control circuitry and biomechanics.

• Rotorcraft Simulation Fidelity
• Helicopter-Ship Dynamic Interface
• Flight Handling Qualities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Mark White serves as Head of the Aerospace Division within the School of Engineering at the University of Liverpool, bringing over 30 years of research experience since completing his PhD in structural crashworthiness at Liverpool in 1989. His leadership spans academic administration, cutting-edge rotorcraft research, and industry collaboration with major defense and aerospace entities including BAE Systems, dstl, Leonardo, and NATO. His research focuses on rotorcraft simulation fidelity , helicopter-ship dynamic interface , and maritime operations aerodynamics , with significant contributions to UK naval projects including the Type 26 frigate design and Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carrier operations. Key methodologies include CFD modeling, piloted flight simulation, and motion fidelity assessment, addressing critical challenges in ship-helicopter operating limits and airwake hazards. Research Trends: Recent publications (2025) emphasize machine learning for pilot workload prediction, advanced airwake modeling, and certification-by-simulation frameworks, demonstrating evolution from foundational structural crashworthiness toward integrated operational safety systems. Disciplinary Impact: Work bridges aerospace engineering, naval architecture, and human factors, with applications spanning defense, commercial aviation, and emergency services. Scientific Recognition: BAE Systems Executive Committee Innovating for Success Award (2019) NATO AVT Panel Excellence Award (2017) American Helicopter Society Best Paper Award (2018) Society of Automotive Engineering Best Paper (2005) As an educator, Professor White coordinates the Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies program and lectures on flight handling qualities using problem-based learning approaches. His professional activities include NATO STO committee leadership, Royal Aeronautical Society specialist group participation, and extensive grant-funded research with European Commission, EPSRC, and DSTL. Current laboratory work centers on real-time simulation tools for harsh environment operations, supported by collaborations with NRC Canada and DSTG Australia.

Andrea Carronمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Model Predictive Control
• Learning-based Control
• Coverage Control
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Carron is a Senior Lecturer at ETH Zürich, affiliated with the Intelligent Control Systems group under Professor M. Zeilinger at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering. He holds a PhD in Information Technology from the University of Padova (2016) and was a Postdoc at ETH Zurich from 2016 to 2020. Education: B.S. and M.Sc. in Control Engineering (University of Padova, 2010 and 2012) Professional Roles: Senior Lecturer (ETH Zurich, 2022–present), Postdoc Fellow (ETH Zurich, 2016–2020) Research Interests: Andrea Carron's work focuses on Model Predictive Control (MPC) and Learning-based Control with safety guarantees. His research addresses challenges in Distributed Safe Learning , Coverage Control , and Autonomous Racing , utilizing Gaussian Processes and Stochastic Control frameworks. He has developed safety filters for racing vehicles, scalable MPC for mobility-on-demand systems, and Kalman-filter-enhanced GP regression techniques. Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize Autonomous Racing (ForzaETH Race Stack), Safe Learning for distributed systems, Gaussian Process applications in control, and Robust MPC under uncertainty. His work bridges machine learning and classical control theory, with applications in robotics and real-time systems. Teaching Activities: He has taught courses such as Signals and Systems and Advanced Model Predictive Control at ETH Zurich and Ashesi University since 2017. Course content includes discrete-time signal processing, system identification, and control algorithms.

• Architectural Acoustics
• Building Physics
• Sustainable Building Services Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Danny Elvidge serves as Senior Lecturer in Building Physics and Services at the University of the West of England within the College of Arts, Technology and Environment. He co-leads the Building Services Engineering and Architecture & Environmental Engineering programmes—both achieving 100% teaching satisfaction in the 2025 National Student Survey—and oversees modules including Environmental Physics & Materials, Mechanical Services, and Architectural Acoustics. His academic credentials include a PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons), PGCE, HECert, and professional designations (FHEA, AMIOA), complemented by prior experience as a UK Government Senior Scientist and physics teacher. Dr. Elvidge's research integrates technical domains—architectural acoustics, building physics, sustainable services design, and vibration control—with pedagogical investigations into educational theory and student wellbeing. His dual-focus approach bridges built environment engineering and educational innovation, emphasizing mental health support in higher education. Recent publications reveal evolving research trajectories: contemporary work centers on building physics (thermal comfort, acoustics) and educational technology (gamification), while earlier studies explore paleontological biomechanics of pterosaurs. He received the 2025 Outstanding Teaching Award from UWE Bristol's College of Arts, Technology and Environment, recognizing inclusive and impactful educational practices. As Co-Programme Leader, Dr. Elvidge directs curriculum development and student supervision across engineering programmes. His grant activities focus on pedagogical innovation and sustainability integration in built environment education. He actively contributes to research clusters in Acoustics, Building Physics, and Pedagogy within the College, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects that advance both technical and educational frontiers.

• Autopilot
• Dynamic Positioning
• Estimation
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Torleiv Håland Bryne is an Associate Professor at the Department of Technical Cybernetics, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He is affiliated with the Center for Autonomous Marine Operations and Systems and the Department of Engineering Cybernetics. Faculty: Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Departments: Technical Cybernetics, Engineering Cybernetics Center: Autonomous Marine Operations and Systems His research focuses on estimation and navigation systems for marine and aerial vehicles. Key areas include GNSS/INS integration , nonlinear observers , UAV navigation , inertial navigation , dynamic positioning , and sensor fusion . His work emphasizes robustness in GNSS-denied environments and risk-based sensor redundancy. Recent publications highlight advancements in UAV SLAM algorithms , phased-array radio calibration , MEMS sensor applications , and underwater positioning systems . These studies demonstrate cross-disciplinary applications in aerospace, maritime, and robotics domains. Labs/Teams: Center for Autonomous Marine Operations and Systems, NTNU Key Collaborators: Tor Arne Johansen, Thor I. Fossen, Sigurd Mørkved Albrektsen

Melike Erol Kantarciمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• 5G and 6G Networks
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Tactile Internet
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Melike Erol-Kantarci is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Ottawa, and a Canada Research Chair in AI-enabled Next-Generation Wireless Networks. She founded the Networked Systems and Communications Research (NETCORE) Laboratory and holds a courtesy appointment as Assistant Professor at Clarkson University's Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. With over 6,000 citations and an h-index of 40, she contributes to IEEE as a Senior Member, chairs the Green Smart Grid Communications special interest group, and serves as Editor for IEEE Communications Letters and IEEE Access . Research Focus: 5G/6G wireless networks AI/ML-driven network optimization Smart grid communications Cyber-physical system security Edge computing and IoT Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) Scientific Contributions: Her recent publications highlight generative AI integration in 6G, intent-driven network management using hierarchical reinforcement learning, physical layer security for connected vehicles, and explainable AI frameworks in communications. The 15 most recent works (2024-2025) span topics like beamforming optimization, federated learning security, UAV-assisted networks, and semantic communication systems. Leadership: As director of the NETCORE Laboratory, she leads cutting-edge research in networked systems, bridging wireless communication paradigms with energy sustainability and security requirements for next-generation networks.

• Combustion Engineering
• Hydrogen Energy
• Aerospace Propulsion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

F. De Domenico is an Assistant Professor in the Flight Performance and Propulsion research group at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Aerospace Engineering. His work focuses on advancing sustainable propulsion technologies through experimental and computational combustion research. His primary research interests involve hydrogen and alternative fuel combustion for aviation applications. He investigates dual-fuel systems (hydrogen-methane/kerosene), flame stability in swirl-stabilized combustors, and emissions reduction strategies. Current projects examine fuel blending effects, mixing dynamics, and multi-fuel burner design to enable cleaner gas turbine operations. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal concentrated efforts on hydrogen integration in aviation propulsion, spanning experimental combustor testing, CFD modeling, and hybrid power systems. Key trends include quantifying hydrogen-methane combustion characteristics, optimizing kerosene-hydrogen blends for flame stability, and developing solid oxide fuel cell-gas turbine hybrids for sustainable flight. Scientific recognition includes: Veni grant AES 2022 (awarded August 3, 2023) As a Veni grant holder, De Domenico leads independent research on sustainable aviation fuels with funding from the Dutch Research Council. His collaborations span multiple institutions and involve experimental dataset generation, computational modeling, and conference presentations at venues like the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences. He operates within TU Delft's Flight Performance and Propulsion group, utilizing advanced experimental facilities for combustor testing and high-fidelity CFD resources. The team maintains active partnerships with industry and academic researchers on decarbonizing aviation through next-generation propulsion technologies.

• Optimal Control Theory
• Vibrational Mechanics
• Thermal Systems Control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Vanya Rafaeli Barseghyan is a Professor in the Department of Mechanics at the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics, Yerevan State University. Her research focuses on optimal control theory, vibrational mechanics, thermal systems control, and variable structure systems. She has published extensively in journals such as Mathematics MDPI , Axioms , and Mechanics of Solids , often collaborating with researchers like Svetlana Solodusha, Tamara Simonyan, and Aram Matevosyan. Her work addresses boundary control problems, including string vibrations with intermediate constraints, thermal process control in heterogeneous materials, and dynamical systems with variable structure. Key methodologies involve energy minimization, partial differential equation control, and state-dependent constraints.

• Maritime engineering
• Computer vision and multimedia computation
• Graphics, augmented reality and games
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Jacqueline Christmas is a faculty member at the University of Exeter's Department of Computer Science. Her research spans interdisciplinary domains including maritime engineering, computer vision, machine learning, oceanography, and biomedical engineering. Institutional Affiliation: University of Exeter Core Expertise: Computer vision, machine learning, environmental monitoring Specialized Areas: Maritime engineering applications, sea state estimation, biometric recognition Collaborations: Active in Exeter Marine and Environmental Intelligence networks Her recent publications focus on sea wave prediction using radar data, computer vision applications in archaeology, and advanced Bayesian learning methods. Articles demonstrate expertise in environmental remote sensing, biometric security systems, and maritime engineering challenges, particularly in oceanographic and aerospace recovery contexts. She contributes to environmental intelligence initiatives through interdisciplinary research and maintains a strong publication record across statistical modeling, image analysis, and predictive systems.

Kotov Oleksiy Borisovichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• avionics
• multimodal transportation
• air transport

Kotov Oleksiy Borisovich is a Professor at the Department of Transport Technologies within the Faculty of Transport at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University. He commenced his activities at the university in 2021 and holds the academic title of Professor with a Doctor of Technical Sciences degree. His educational background includes higher education in 'Command and Staff Operational and Tactical Air Force' from Yuri Gagarin Air Force Academy (1988), and in 'State Military Administration' from Ivan Chernyakhovsky National University of Defense of Ukraine (2013). He defended his Candidate's thesis in 2008 at the National Defense Academy of Ukraine and his Doctoral dissertation in 2014 at the National Technical University 'Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute'. Kotov's scientific interests focus on avionics, multimodal transportation, and air transport. His research spans sustainable aviation technologies, alternative energy applications in transport, intelligent transportation systems, and UAV development. He has published 57 scientific works including 2 monographs, 2 textbooks, and 8 educational manuals. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward addressing Ukraine's transportation challenges through innovative technological solutions, with particular emphasis on sustainable practices, multimodal integration, and military-civilian technology transfer in the transport sector. He teaches courses in History of aviation, Warehouses and warehouse complexes, and Vehicles. His work bridges military expertise with civilian transportation applications, creating unique interdisciplinary research approaches. Kotov is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, with intermediate English proficiency. His office is located in room 164 at the university's campus on 64 Zhukovsky Street, Zaporizhzhia.

• Automation of Control Processes
• Electromechanical Systems
• Technological Process Automation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Едуард Михайлович Кулинич is an Associate Professor at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University, working in the Department of Electric Drive and Automation of Industrial Installations within the Electrical Engineering Faculty. With over 25 years of experience since joining the university in 1995, he has established himself as a specialist in automation of technological processes, particularly in aerated concrete production. His educational background includes a degree as an electromechanical engineer from Zaporizhia Machine-Building Institute (1993) and a Candidate of Technical Sciences degree (2014) from Kherson National Technical University with a thesis on improving the efficiency of automation of control processes for aerated concrete production. Dr. Kulinich's research focuses on electromechanical systems and automation of technological processes. His work spans theoretical modeling, optimization techniques, and practical implementation of control systems for industrial applications, with a particular emphasis on aerated concrete production processes. He has published over 44 scientific papers and participated in numerous international conferences, with recent work focusing on mechatronic systems, wireless interfaces for control systems, and operator performance evaluation in automated environments. Automation of technological processes Mathematical modeling of control systems Optimization of material flow distribution Waste utilization in production Electric drive systems Among his notable achievements are the "Outstanding Educator" award (1999), recognition for conducting student olympiads (2001), and an appreciation for Energy Day (2005). He teaches Discrete Automation and has been instrumental in developing research projects related to electromechanical systems and automation.