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Mirko Hornungمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aircraft Design
• Aviation Technology
• Aerospace Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Mirko Hornung is a Professor of Aircraft Design at the TUM School of Engineering and Design, Technische Universität München. His research focuses on conceptual aircraft design, integration of propulsion systems, and evaluation of aviation technologies in operational contexts. Education and Career: PhD in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of the Bundeswehr (2003), awarded a research prize for work on reusable space transport systems. 2003–2009: Worked at Airbus Group (EADS) on military air systems, propulsion integration, and program management. Executive Director of Research & Technology at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, a think tank for long-term aviation developments. Research Interests: Aircraft design optimization, including hybrid energy systems, electric propulsion, and UAV technologies. Environmental sustainability in aviation, such as hydrogen-powered aircraft and lifecycle assessment. Aerodynamic and structural analysis, including flutter suppression and composite materials. Key Publications Highlight Trends: Focus on hybrid-electric and hydrogen propulsion for reducing environmental impact. Advancements in UAV design, including morphing wings and autonomous systems. Integration of AI-driven tools for propulsion optimization and lifecycle analysis. Scientific Awards: EADS Promotion Award (1995) Research Prize for Thesis on Reusable Space Transport Systems (2003) Advising & Grants: Directs research at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, collaborating on future aviation concepts. Engaged in interdisciplinary projects like FLEXOP UAV demonstrator and Ce-Liner eMobility studies. Labs/Teams: Active in the Aircraft Design Professorship at TUM and leadership roles at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, focusing on next-generation aviation technologies.

Waldemar Kolanusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Immunology
• Cell Signaling
• Signal Transduction Pathways
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Waldemar Kolanus leads the Molecular Immunology and Cell Biology department at the University of Bonn's Life & Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) . His research bridges immunoregulation , stem cell dynamics , and metabolic stress responses in immune cells. Unit 2 member at LIMES Principal investigator in SFB 704 and ImmunoSensation Cluster Leads a multidisciplinary lab with postdocs, PhD students, and technical staff His work focuses on intracellular signaling pathways connecting immune activation to tissue homeostasis, particularly through: Cytohesin proteins in integrin-mediated adhesion and migration TRIM71 in stem cell regulation and congenital hydrocephalus High-salt environments affecting macrophage function Publication trends show expertise in immune cell migration , genetic models , and chemical inhibition , with frequent use of mice and zebrafish for in vivo studies. Key articles explore: TRIM71's dual role in auditory development and germ cell maintenance Cytohesin family's Golgi regulation and insulin signaling Ruxolitinib's off-target migration inhibition of dendritic cells Contact details: Address: LIMES Institute, Carl-Troll-Straße 31, Bonn Email: kolanus.sekretariat@uni-bonn.de Phone: +49 228 73-62788

• Spaceflight Mechanics
• Satellite Maneuvering
• Autonomous Guidance Navigation and Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Marcello Romano is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) , holding the Chair of Astrodynamics since January 2025. With a career spanning over two decades, he has served as a founding director of the Spacecraft Robotics Lab at the Naval Postgraduate School and held visiting professorships at TUM, NASA Ames, and Stanford University. Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering - Politecnico di Milano (2001) National Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow His research focuses on spaceflight mechanics , integrating theoretical analysis, simulation, and flight testing to advance: Rotational and orbital maneuvering of satellites Autonomous GNC systems Orbital robotics for debris removal Space-enabled sustainability initiatives Recent publications highlight his work in convex programming for orbital capture , aerodynamic attitude stabilization , and multi-spacecraft rendezvous maneuvers . He has received prestigious awards including the Patti Grace Smith Award and AIAA Associate Fellowship . Prof. Romano contributes to the field through: Leadership in the International Academy of Astronautics Development of advanced space systems Technology transfer and innovation projects

• Aerodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Aircraft Configuration Aerodynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Christian Breitsamter is a Professor at the Technische Universität München (TUM), leading the Chair of Aerodynamics and Fluid Mechanics within the TUM School of Engineering and Design. He has held this position since 2007 and has been a member of key committees such as the ICAS Programme Committee and STAB-Programmleitung. His research focuses on aerodynamics of aircraft and rotorcraft configurations, including vortex dynamics, aeroelasticity, and fluid-structure interaction. Education: PhD in Aerodynamics (1997) Master’s in Aerospace Engineering (1989) Research Interests: Prof. Breitsamter’s work spans experimental and numerical studies of high-agility aircraft, helicopter aerodynamics, and advanced wing designs. Key areas include leading-edge vortices, gust load mitigation using flexible wings, and flow control techniques. His group investigates cutting-edge topics like deep learning for buffet prediction and hybrid neural networks for aerodynamic modeling. Awards: Willy Messerschmitt Preis (1999) AIAA Associate Fellow (2007) Advising & Grants: While specific student names are not listed, his research involves collaborative projects with industry partners (e.g., RACER Compound Helicopter) and EU initiatives like the FURADO program. His team contributes to the NFDI4ING infrastructure for engineering data. Labs/Teams: Active in the Aerodynamics Wind Tunnel facilities (Windkanäle A/B/C) and leads the SAGITTA flying wing demonstrator project. His group also explores membrane wings and elasto-flexible morphing technologies.

• Bioengineering
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۸ مورد دیگر

John A. Rogers is the Louis Simpson and Kimberly Querrey Professor at Northwestern University, holding joint appointments in Materials Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Neurological Surgery. He directs the Querrey-Simpson Institute for Bioelectronics. His work bridges soft materials science, bio-integrated electronics, and nanotechnology, with a focus on wearable medical devices, bioresorbable systems, and neural interfaces. Educations: B.A. & B.S. from University of Texas Austin (1989), S.M. from MIT (1992), Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from MIT (1995). Prior roles include Director of Bell Labs' Condensed Matter Physics Department and faculty positions at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Research emphasizes soft materials for bio-inspired electronics, including flexible sensors, microfluidic platforms, and bioresorbable implants. His lab has pioneered epidermal electronics, injectable optoelectronics, and neural interfacing systems. Over 1000 peer-reviewed publications and 100+ patents highlight his contributions to nanotechnology and biomedical engineering. Awards include the Benjamin Franklin Medal (2019), MRS Medal (2018), and MacArthur Fellowship (2009). He is a member of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Current projects span bioelectronic medicines, wearable health monitors, and advanced medical imaging tools.

Mehrdad Ehsaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Power Electronics
• Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
• Energy Storage Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mehrdad Ehsani is a Robert M. Kennedy Endowed Professor of Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University, leading the Power Electronics and Motor Drives Laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has over four decades of expertise in power electronics, electric/hybrid vehicles, and energy systems. His research focuses on sustainable energy, advanced power conversion, and vehicle electrification. Educational Background: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1981) M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (1974) B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (1973) Research Interests: Sustainable power systems, electric/hybrid vehicles, energy storage, power electronics, and aerospace power systems. His work emphasizes practical applications, such as transmotor technology for energy efficiency and grid-interactive buildings. Awards & Recognition: Life Fellow of IEEE SAE Fellow (2005) IEEE Vehicular Technology Society Avant Garde Award (2001) Recipient of multiple Prize Paper Awards (IEEE-IAS) Advising & Grants: Director of Advanced Vehicle Systems Research Program. His lab collaborates with industry on patents, including over 30 granted/pending patents, and advises on sustainable transportation technologies. He has consulted for over 60 companies and government agencies. Labs & Teams: Founder and director of the Power Electronics & Motor Drives Lab, focusing on electric vehicle propulsion, renewable energy integration, and advanced control systems.

Beibei Renمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Dynamic Systems and Control
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Smart Grid Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Beibei Ren is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas Tech University. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National University of Singapore (NUS) in 2010, followed by postdoctoral work at UCSD and a research fellowship at NUS. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (NUS, 2010) Previous Positions: Postdoctoral Scholar (UCSD, 2010-2013), Research Fellow (NUS, 2009-2010) Her research focuses on dynamic systems and control with applications in renewable energy integration, microgrids, UAVs, MEMS, marine systems, and manufacturing. At Texas Tech, she directs the Dynamic Intelligent Systems, Control and Optimization (DISCO) Group , emphasizing robust control strategies for uncertain systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight her expertise in uncertainty and disturbance estimator (UDE)-based control , with applications in smart grid technologies, wind and solar energy systems, quadrotor robotics, and power electronics. Her work bridges theoretical control theory with practical implementations in renewable energy and autonomous systems. STEM Outreach: Actively promotes diversity in engineering through Texas Tech's STEM CORE programs.

• Integrated Photonics
• Optical Frequency Combs
• Silicon Photonics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Minghao Qi is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University's College of Engineering, West Lafayette. His research focuses on integrated photonics systems for optical communications, quantum information, and precision metrology applications. Professor Qi's work spans several critical photonics domains: Design and application of microresonator-based optical frequency combs (Kerr combs) Silicon and silicon nitride integrated photonic circuits Thin-film lithium niobate devices for nonlinear optics Quantum information processing using frequency-bin entangled photons Photonic neuromorphic computing with machine learning co-design Optical sensors and time-of-flight ranging systems Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research vectors: (1) Vernier microcombs for optical atomic clocks and RF stabilization, (2) Trident edge coupler architectures for octave-spanning nonlinear processes on lithium niobate, and (3) Physics-informed neural networks applied to photonic device design and signal processing. His recent work demonstrates strong convergence between integrated photonics, quantum technologies, and machine learning.

Kim Jae-hoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Autonomous Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kim Jae-ho serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Information and Communication Engineering at Sejong University since September 2020, concurrently directing the Metaverse Autonomous Twin Research Center (ITRC) under the Ministry of Science and ICT. His leadership extends to the National Smart City Committee and TTA Internet of Things/Smart City Platform PG, with research focusing on hyper-connected autonomous intelligence systems for smart city applications. His research program centers on three interconnected pillars: (1) On-Device/Edge/Cloud-based autonomous intelligence architectures enabling distributed decision-making, (2) Spatial/situational awareness systems for intelligent environments, and (3) Collaborative intelligence frameworks for unmanned vehicle networks. This work bridges theoretical AI with real-world deployment in IoT ecosystems and metaverse applications, emphasizing practical implementations for societal benefit. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strategic shift toward metaverse-autonomous system integration, with 68% of articles addressing digital twin alignment, radar/vision sensor fusion, and multimodal AI for robotics. Key trends include UAV swarm coordination (23% of works), battery life prediction for industrial IoT (15%), and large language model integration for robotic perception (12%), demonstrating consistent focus on deployable autonomous intelligence solutions. His scientific recognition includes six major awards: Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Award for Smart City contributions (2020) National Academy of Engineering of Korea's '100 Technologies Leading Korea 2025' (2017) Prime Minister's Commendation for Science/Technology Promotion (2016) Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Technology Award (2016) KETI Person of the Year (2016) Minister of Science ICT Future Planning SW R&D Award (2014) Professor Kim actively mentors graduate researchers through doctoral and master's thesis supervision while managing $12.7M in active grants including the 7-year Metaverse Autonomous Twin ITRC (2021-2028) and Connected Intelligent Sensor Platform project (2022-2028), with recent funding targeting UAV safety interfaces and industrial IoT battery systems. He leads the Autonomous Intelligent Systems (AISL) Laboratory at Ocean AI Center 529, which integrates government-funded research with industry partnerships to develop deployable autonomous intelligence solutions for smart cities and metaverse applications.

Cesar Dario Cadena Lermaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cesar Dario Cadena Lerma is a Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering and a tenured Senior Scientist at the Institute of Robotics and Intelligent Systems (IRIS) at ETH Zurich. He leads the Perception, Mapping and Navigation team within the Robotics Systems Lab (RSL), co-founded and directs the ETH RobotX initiative focusing on educational robotics, and previously held roles at ETH Zurich's Autonomous Systems Lab, University of Adelaide, and George Mason University. His research focuses on robotics perception, particularly in SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), semantic scene understanding, and robust perception systems for dynamic environments. Education: PhD in Computer Science and System Engineering from the University of Zaragoza, followed by postdoctoral research at George Mason University and The University of Adelaide. Professional roles include managing director of ETH RobotX and leadership in multi-modal mapping frameworks like maplab 2.0. Research interests emphasize integrating perception and learning in robotics, with a focus on semantic mapping, data association, place recognition, and navigation in unstructured environments. His work bridges traditional SLAM techniques with modern deep learning approaches to create robust, modular systems. Key contributions include the PHASER registration algorithm, SCIM obstacle avoidance framework, and C-Blox dense mapping system. Awards include the Best Paper Award at the 2017 IEEE International Symposium on Safety, Security, and Rescue Robotics. His articles span topics like semantic pointcloud filtering, volumetric mapping, and embodied domain adaptation. He collaborates widely, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications in top venues such as IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters and International Journal of Robotics Research.

Kevin Kochersbergerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dynamics and control
• Autonomous aerial systems
• Applied aerodynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kevin Kochersberger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech , with a career spanning academic research, technical innovation, and educational leadership. His work focuses on autonomous aerial systems , robotic control , and applied aerodynamics , particularly through the Uncrewed Systems Laboratory . Kochersberger's research has pioneered UAV-based radiation detection , 3D terrain mapping , and low-resource drone applications , including establishing the African Drone and Data Academy in Malawi . Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech (1994) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech (1984) B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech (1983) A.S., Engineering Science, Jamestown Community College (1981) Kochersberger's publications demonstrate expertise in UAV path planning , smart material actuation , and radiation source localization , with over $9M in research funding. His scientific awards include AIAA Associate Fellow (2009) and Aviation Week Aerospace Laureate (2003). Notable projects involve helicopter-deployable robotic systems and urban canyon navigation without GPS. Recent articles highlight BVLOS drone simulators , 2.5D terrain mapping , and autonomous negative obstacle traversal , reflecting his focus on real-time adaptive control and heterogeneous robotic systems . He teaches Drone Technology and Flight Operations and Advanced Design Projects , emphasizing student-driven innovation and industry collaboration .

Hongye Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Superconductor Technology
• Cryogenic Techniques
• Electric Machines and Drives
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hongye Zhang serves as a Lecturer in Superconducting and Cryogenic Electric Machines at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, while maintaining a Visiting Research Fellow position at the University of Manchester. He actively contributes to the European Society for Applied Superconductivity (ESAS) as a Board Member and chairs the international HTS 2026 workshop. His educational foundation includes: BSc and MSc in Electrical Engineering from Xi’an Jiaotong University (2015, 2018) Diplôme d’ingénieur (MEng) from École Centrale de Lyon (2018) PhD in Applied Superconductivity from the University of Edinburgh (2021) Dr. Zhang’s research centers on decarbonizing transport through superconducting/cryogenic electric machines for hydrogen-powered aircraft, integrating artificial intelligence with superconductor technology and cryogenic techniques. His work targets net zero emissions by developing high-power-density propulsion systems that leverage hydrogen energy and advanced numerical modeling of superconductors. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in superconducting machine design for wind energy and electric aviation, with significant contributions to loss mitigation, flux pump technology, and trapped field magnet applications. His research bridges fundamental superconductor characterization with practical system integration for renewable energy. Recognized with the 2021 IEEE Council on Superconductivity Graduate Study Fellowship, his professional engagements include: Early Career Editorial Board Member for Elsevier’s Superconductivity journal Technical Editor for IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity Program Committee Member for SMT 2023 He leads critical research within the £54-million H2GEAR project developing hydrogen-electric aircraft propulsion, while teaching Power Engineering 2 and Electrical Machines courses. His advisory roles span doctoral supervision and industry collaboration through Energy Systems research institute. Based at the University of Edinburgh’s Faraday Building, Dr. Zhang directs a research group focused on hydrogen energy applications and superconducting machine testing, with strong ties to the H2GEAR consortium and ESAS working groups.

Sai Ravelaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Nonlinear Stochastic Dynamics
• Coherent Fluids
• Uncertainty Quantification
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sai Ravela is a Principal Research Scientist in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on nonlinear stochastic dynamics, coherent fluid systems, uncertainty quantification, and autonomous observing technologies. He specializes in developing data-driven methodologies for natural hazard detection, climate change impacts, and environmental risk assessment. Ravela’s work integrates computational science with geophysical applications, including storm surge modeling, extreme rainfall analysis, and geothermal exploration. He pioneers techniques like neural dynamical systems and adversarial learning to improve predictive accuracy in nonstationary climate regimes. His contributions span environmental monitoring systems, autonomous aircraft resilience frameworks, and policy-informed climate vulnerability assessments. Key research areas include: Coastal flood risk in Bangladesh and Vietnam Dynamic data-driven applications systems (DDDAS) Machine learning for geosciences and environmental systems Uncertainty quantification in complex fluid dynamics He leads interdisciplinary projects at MIT’s Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) program, advancing methods for data assimilation, surrogate modeling, and real-time environmental observatories. His innovations bridge theoretical frameworks with practical solutions for climate adaptation and disaster resilience.

Ryan Carneyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Paleontology
• Epidemiology
• Functional Morphology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ryan Carney is an Associate Professor of Digital Science at the University of South Florida's Department of Integrative Biology (College of Arts and Sciences). His research bridges paleontology and epidemiology, using cutting-edge technologies like 3D imaging, AI, and VR/AR. He studies dinosaur biomechanics (e.g., Archaeopteryx flight mechanics) and mosquito-borne diseases (e.g., malaria, Zika) through NSF/NIH-funded collaborations with agencies like NASA and the CDC. His work integrates citizen science platforms (iNaturalist, Mosquito Alert) for disease surveillance and develops AI tools for mosquito classification. Education: PhD (Brown), MPH/MBA (Yale), B.A.'s in Biology & Art (UC Berkeley) Lab: SCA 107 (focuses on digital paleontology and disease modeling) Research interests span dinosaur functional morphology, epidemiological modeling using GIS/remote sensing, and translating science through immersive technologies. He received awards like the National Geographic Emerging Explorer and multiple USF teaching/research accolades. Awards: CAS Liberal Arts Teaching Award, Outstanding Research Achievement, etc. Grants include NSF funding for AI-driven mosquito surveillance and NIH support for disease control. His lab's innovations include the Global Mosquito Observations Dashboard (GMOD) and VR reconstructions of prehistoric species.

• Machine Learning
• Dynamical Systems
• Control Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael Mühlebach is a Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen, Germany, leading the independent Learning and Dynamical Systems group. His academic journey began at ETH Zurich where he earned his B.Sc. (2010) and M.Sc. (2013) in mechanical engineering, specializing in robotics, systems, and control. He completed his Ph.D. at ETH Zurich in 2018 under Prof. R. D'Andrea, followed by postdoctoral research at UC Berkeley with Prof. Michael I. Jordan. Dr. Mühlebach's research spans machine learning, dynamical systems, control theory, and optimization . His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in robotics, developing methods that incorporate physical constraints and system dynamics into learning frameworks. His group focuses on online learning, physics-informed machine learning, and large-scale optimization for cyber-physical systems, with applications in electromagnetic navigation, robotic table tennis, and energy-efficient flight systems like the shape-changing robot Floaty . His publication record shows a strong focus on constrained optimization, with recent work exploring decision-dependent stochastic optimization, nonlinear feedback, and the theoretical foundations of reinforcement learning. His research integrates perspectives from control theory, dynamical systems, and optimization to develop algorithms with strong theoretical guarantees and practical performance. Outstanding D-MAVT Bachelor Award Willi-Studer prize for best Master's degree ETH Medal and HILTI prize for doctoral thesis Branco Weiss Fellow (2018) Emmy Noether Fellowship (2020) Amazon Fellowship (2024) Dr. Mühlebach actively mentors doctoral researchers and is seeking talented students for PhD and Master's projects. His research group has received funding from multiple prestigious fellowships and maintains collaborations across institutions including ETH Zurich, UC Berkeley, and various Max Planck research units. The group's work spans theoretical developments to practical implementations on robotic systems, demonstrating strong connections between mathematical theory and physical realization.