جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Vivek Francisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Wave-Structure Interaction
• Hydrodynamics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vivek Francis is a Research Fellow in Offshore Renewable Energy Hydrodynamics at the University of Plymouth's School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He works on the AEON project developing next-generation floating hybrid energy platforms for island communities, investigating the viability of coupling solar panels with wave energy converter systems. His research focuses on wave-structure interaction problems, hydrodynamic characteristics of thin porous barriers, and coastal protection systems. Expertise includes experimental fluid dynamics, wave tank testing, and solitary wave modeling. Publications primarily focus on wave interaction with coastal structures, hydrodynamic performance of porous barriers, and wave energy converter integration. Research demonstrates strong experimental approach to coastal engineering challenges. Dr. Francis completed his PhD at the IITB-Monash Research Academy on 'Hydrodynamic Characteristics of Thin Porous Barriers' under supervision of Prof. Balaji Ramakrishnan and Prof. Murray Rudman. He holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from University College London.

Payam Khazaeinejadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational solid mechanics
• Bio-inspired materials design
• Architected & smart materials/structures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Payam Khazaeinejad is Associate Professor of Solid Mechanics at Kingston University London, where he also serves as School Director of Learning & Teaching and leads the IMechE-accredited Monitored Professional Development Scheme. A Chartered Engineer & Scientist, he is Senior Fellow of Advance HE, Fellow of IMechE, Senior Member of AIAA and sits on multiple national boards including IMechE Council and EPSRC Peer Review College. Education & Continuous Development PhD Engineering, University of Edinburgh (2016) MSc Mechanical Engineering – Applied Mechanics (2006) BEng Mechanical Engineering – Solid Mechanics (2004) MIT Professional Education – Machine Learning for Materials Informatics (2024) Chartered Manager Bootcamp, CMI Level 5 Diploma (2023) Certificate in Innovation in Teaching, Laspau/Harvard (2021) Chartered Engineer & Chartered Scientist status (2021, 2024) Research Interests His research integrates computational solid mechanics with bio-inspired design to create architected materials and structures that are lightweight, adaptive and resilient. Using high-fidelity finite-element and discrete-element modelling he investigates failure mechanisms under extreme thermomechanical environments, with applications spanning pharmaceutical tablet compaction, biomedical scaffolds for bone regeneration, floating solar-panel arrays, fire-exposed steel plates and subsea riser systems. Across 50+ peer-reviewed works he has advanced analytical solutions for functionally graded shells, nonlinear thermo-elastic plates, vibration of micro-composite skew plates and efficient riser elements, while recent outputs concentrate on additive-manufactured aerospace mounts, 3-D printed biodegradable scaffolds and data-driven engineering curricula. Honours & Recognition Provost's Award for Learning & Teaching Excellence 2025 Enterprising Value Award, Kingston People Awards 2024 Senior Fellow, Advance HE Fellow, Institution of Mechanical Engineers Senior Member, AIAA Chartered Engineer & Chartered Scientist (UK Engineering & Science Councils) Leadership & External Examining He is Chief External Examiner at UWE Bristol (2024-present) and External Examiner at Manchester Met and University of East London, having served on programme-revalidation panels nationwide. At Kingston he directs learning & teaching for the School of Engineering, chairs the IMechE Structural Technology & Materials Group, and founded the Engineering Simulation Group.

Thomas Cooperمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Solar Energy
• Thermal Science
• Radiation Heat Transfer
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Thomas Cooper is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Lassonde School of Engineering, York University. He leads the CooperLab, conducting cutting-edge experimental research in solar energy, thermal science, optics, and materials. His work focuses on developing technologies for efficient solar energy conversion into heat, electricity, and fuels. Education: BASc in Mechanical Engineering, University of Toronto MSc and DrSc in Mechanical Engineering, ETH Zurich Postdoctoral Associate, NanoEngineering Group, MIT His research interests include solar concentrators, photothermal materials, radiation heat transfer, high-temperature materials, thermochemistry, and solar desalination. He applies these to applications such as renewable fuel production, water purification, and even oxygen generation from Martian dust. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent trajectory in solar energy engineering, with a strong emphasis on optical design, thermal characterization, and material innovation for solar thermal and thermochemical systems. Key journals include Nature Communications , Energy & Environmental Science , and Optics Express , indicating high-impact interdisciplinary research. Scientific Awards: ASME Solar Energy Graduate Student Award ETH Medal Hans Eggenberger Prize Chorafas Prize NSERC PGS-M and PGS-D Fellowships Swiss National Science Foundation Early Postdoc Mobility Fellowship Best Paper Award 2013, Solar Energy Journal Dr. Cooper actively supervises graduate students and has secured multiple competitive grants, including from NSERC, CFI, and the Lassonde Innovation Fund. His lab, located in the Bergeron Centre, features advanced facilities for solar simulation, high-temperature experiments, spectroscopy, and aerogel fabrication. He collaborates with industry partners like Synhelion AG and academic researchers across disciplines. The CooperLab operates both indoor and rooftop experimental platforms, enabling on-sun testing of solar technologies. Current projects include photothermal materials for solar fuels, multifunctional aerogels, and high-temperature solar receivers. The lab fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

Andrew Blakersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Solar Photovoltaic Energy
• Energy Policy and Economics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Blakers AO FAA FTSE FRSN is a distinguished academic and engineer at the Australian National University's School of Engineering. He leads research in solar photovoltaics, renewable energy systems, and pumped hydro energy storage. His pioneering work on PERC solar cells revolutionized the solar industry, accounting for half of all solar panels globally and mitigating 3% of global emissions. He co-developed the Sliver solar cell technology, generating $12 million in royalties for ANU. His global pumped hydro atlas identified a million off-river storage sites, influencing multi-billion-dollar projects. Key awards include the 2024 Clunies Ross Award and 2023 Queen Elizabeth Prize (engineering's top prize). He holds Fellowships at the Australian Academy of Science and Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering. His research group, founded in 1991, employs 60 staff and students, securing $160M in grants. Major projects include 100% renewable energy pathway analysis and off-river pumped hydro storage systems. Recent articles focus on solar/wind farm siting via heatmaps, PHES cost analysis, and grid designs dominated by solar. His work emphasizes low-cost renewable transitions, especially in sunbelt nations. Awards: Clunies Ross (2024), Queen Elizabeth Prize (2023), Eureka Prize (2018) Grants: $160M (since 1979) in competitive research funding Projects: 100% Renewable Futures Group, PHES Atlas, Sliver Solar Commercialization His research spans solar cell innovation, energy policy, and storage solutions, with a focus on decarbonizing global energy systems through practical, scalable technologies.

• Information Systems Engineering
• Logic and Computation
• Smart Grids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Sandford Bessler is affiliated with the Technische Universität Wien's Faculty of Informatics, specifically within the Compilers and Languages department. His research focuses 75% on Information Systems Engineering and 25% on Logic and Computation. He teaches courses such as Bachelor Thesis for Informatics and Business Informatics . His work emphasizes smart grids, electric vehicle management, scheduling algorithms, and distributed systems. Research interests include optimizing energy networks, resilience in power grids, and integrating renewable energy systems. He has contributed to projects like ARTE (2012–2017) , exploring disruption-tolerant vehicle-infrastructure communication. Supervised theses include Electric vehicles recharge scheduling with time windows and A service overlay network for telematic applications . Key projects involve improving grid resilience through demand-side management and collaborative frameworks. He collaborates with industry and academia on smart grid technologies and electric vehicle infrastructure.

• Quantum Physics
• Semiconductor Materials
• Nanoparticle Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Binks is a Professor in the Photon Physics Group at The University of Manchester, part of the Photon Science Institute (PSI). He leads the 'Photonics Materials and Devices' theme within PSI, aligned with the Henry Royce Institute's 'Atoms to Devices' strand. His work focuses on quantum-structured semiconductors, including quantum dots, GaN quantum wells, and 2D materials. He has published over 100 journal articles and contributed to books on photorefractive polymers and laser technology. Education: PhD in Physics (1998, University of Manchester), BSc (Hons) in Physics (1992, University of Manchester). Collaborations: Advanced Photonics Research Institute (South Korea), University of Cambridge, Nanoco Technologies, University of Salford, and University of Leeds. Research Interests: Photophysics of nanostructures, solar cells, LEDs, and quantum materials. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to sustainable energy and innovation. Supervision: 18 PhD and 11 MSc students completed, currently supervising 2 PhD students on nanoparticle photophysics and 2D materials. His research explores light-matter interactions for device applications, combining physics with chemistry/materials science. Recent projects include cubic GaN quantum wells for high-brightness LEDs and spin-photon interfaces in quantum dots. Labs/Teams: Leads the Photon Physics Group and contributes to the Henry Royce Institute's materials innovation initiatives.

Allahyar Akhbariمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Energy
• Power Electronics
• Controls
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Allahyar Akhbari is a Lecturer and Research Assistant at Aarhus University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, specializing in Energy Section focusing on Offshore Renewable Energy Systems. He holds a PhD in Electrical Power Engineering from the University of Kashan (2017-2022) and conducted a Guest PhD at Aarhus University (2021-2022). His academic roles include multiple Lecturer positions in MATLAB, Electrical Basics, Power Electronics, and Electrical Machines Laboratories at the University of Kashan (2018-2021). Research Interests: His work centers on energy systems integration, particularly DC microgrids, wind turbine control, and stability analysis of renewable energy systems. He explores artificial intelligence applications in power systems and hybrid energy generation systems combining wind, microturbines, and constant power loads. His research emphasizes real-time control, fault ride-through mechanisms, and efficient power management strategies. Projects: He participates in major initiatives including the BlueBARGE project (EU-funded, 2024-2026) for renewable bunkering solutions and the Wave Energy Converter project (2023-2025) focusing on reliable energy generation. Additional projects include FOSS (floating offshore substations) and Damping System research for semi-submersible wind turbines. Advising & Grants: Though no student advisees are listed, he is actively involved in multiple EU-funded research projects as a project participant. His work aligns with renewable energy transition goals, emphasizing offshore systems and grid stability. Labs & Teams: Collaborates within Aarhus University's Energy Section teams, particularly in offshore renewable energy systems and wave energy converter analysis. Engages with cross-disciplinary groups in power electronics and control systems development.

Hamid Sarlakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence Modeling
• Aerodynamics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Hamid Sarlak is an Associate Professor at the Department of Wind Energy, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on fluid mechanics, turbulence modeling, aerodynamics, and renewable energy systems. He holds a Ph.D. from DTU (2014), an M.Sc. from Sharif University of Technology (2010), and a B.Sc. from Amirkabir University of Technology (2007). He has conducted research on wind turbine design, solar chimney systems, and offshore wind energy technologies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13). Key research areas include wake interaction dynamics, floating offshore wind turbines, and thermal energy storage systems. He has led and participated in projects such as DigiWind (2024–2027) and IEA Wind Task 19 and 54 (cold-climate wind energy). His recent articles investigate wake interactions in FOWT rotors, solar chimney performance under crosswind, and wave excitation effects on offshore platforms. His educational contributions include co-authoring sections in DTU’s International Energy Report 2024. He has collaborated extensively with institutions like Johns Hopkins University and contributed to CFD simulations of wind turbine wakes and wave-energy converters. His work emphasizes numerical modeling, experimental validation, and sustainable energy solutions.

George Xydisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wind resource assessment
• Energy resources optimization
• Energy policy
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

George Xydis is a Professor at the University of the Peloponnese, Department of Mechanical Engineering, and also holds a position at Aarhus University in Denmark. He previously served as an Associate Professor at Aarhus University from February 2017 until becoming a Full Professor in January 2023. His academic career spans multiple institutions across Europe and includes significant industry experience in the renewable energy sector. Dr. Xydis's research focuses on wind resource assessment, energy planning, techno-economics of renewable energy systems, and the energy-food nexus. His work bridges engineering, policy, and economics, with particular emphasis on practical applications of renewable energy technologies. He has developed more than 1700 MW of renewable energy projects, primarily wind, giving him extensive field experience that informs his academic work. His publication record shows a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research connecting renewable energy with environmental concerns, grid integration challenges, and novel applications like vertical farming and power-to-X technologies. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on EU energy transition challenges, circular economy approaches, and the integration of multiple renewable technologies in complex systems. Dr. Xydis serves as Co-Editor in Chief of 'Cambridge Prisms: Energy Transitions' and as Associate Editor for several prominent energy journals. He leads multiple EU-funded research projects including TETHYS, JUSTGREEN, and JustWind4All, demonstrating his leadership in European energy research initiatives. He has supervised several PhD students working on topics including AI-based bird collision avoidance at wind farms, small-scale hydroponic systems, and portable hydrogen production systems. His research funding portfolio includes significant grants from Horizon Europe, Nordforsk, and other major European funding bodies.

Charné Theronمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Development
• Water Resource Management
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charné Theron is affiliated with the Climate Adaptation Research Centre for Built Environment – NoorderRuimte at the University of Groningen. Her work focuses on climate resilience, water resource management, and sustainable development. She holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering (2023), a Master’s in Environmental Science (2015), and degrees in Civil and Structural Engineering (2000–2008). With over 25 years of professional experience in project and construction management, she bridges academic research with practical engineering solutions. Education: PhD (2023), MSc (2015), B.Tech (2008), National Diploma (2000) University Teaching Qualification (2023) Her research emphasizes climate adaptation strategies, including drought/flood risk management, resilient infrastructure design, and nature-based solutions. She investigates rainfall impacts on tailings dams, groundwater dynamics, and stormwater infrastructure resilience. Current projects include Thirsty Cities (2025–2030), GINA (2024–2027), and Floating Future (2024–2028), addressing water-sensitive urban environments and green infrastructure. Key collaborations involve international experts in hydrology, geotechnical engineering, and urban planning. Her work is funded by grants focused on climate-proofing built environments and floating solar energy systems.

Rafael J.P. Schmittمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• River Systems
• Hydrology
• Sustainable Water Infrastructure
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rafael J.P. Schmitt is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara's Environmental Studies Program, focusing on river systems, sustainable water infrastructure, and the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem Nexus. He leverages expertise in hydrology, geomorphology, and information technology to address environmental challenges through interdisciplinary research. Previously, he led Stanford's Natural Capital Project water research program and holds a PhD in Information Technology from Politecnico di Milano. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow, Stanford University (2017-2020) PhD, Politecnico di Milano (2017) M.Sc. Environmental Engineering, ETH Zurich (2013) B.Sc. Environmental Science, ETH Zurich (2009) Research Interests: His work spans river catchment processes, sediment dynamics, hydropower sustainability, climate adaptation, and biodiversity conservation. He develops models to quantify human impacts on river networks and designs strategies for low-impact infrastructure development in global basins like the Mekong and Amazon. Publications: Recent articles (2023-2025) focus on sustainable hydropower, sediment management, climate-smart agriculture, and renewable energy integration, emphasizing tradeoff analysis and system-scale solutions for river basins worldwide. Teaching: Courses include ENV144: Rivers and ENV194WW Water Collaboratory, emphasizing river science and interdisciplinary water management. Lab: Leads the Schmitt Lab for River System Science and Sustainability (RS3), advancing models for river processes and strategic environmental planning.

• Environmental Technology
• Environmental Sustainability
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hamid Pouran is a Lecturer in Environmental Technology at the University of Wolverhampton's Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield, an MSc from Stockholm University, and dual MSc/BSc degrees from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. His expertise spans environmental technology, nanomaterial behavior, climate change adaptation, and renewable energy systems. Education: PhD, University of Sheffield MSc, Stockholm University MSc/BSc, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad His research focuses on environmental sustainability, particularly the fate of engineered nanomaterials in ecosystems, floating photovoltaic solar farms, and science-policy interfaces. His work includes developing the Nano-DGT technique for measuring nanoparticle bioavailability, analyzing climate-energy linkages in China, and assessing FPV systems in Brazil, Vietnam, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Prior to his current role, Pouran served as a visiting scholar at Princeton University (2017) and guest editor for the Middle East in London Magazine (2015-2017). He chairs the IEEE UK Climate Change and Environmental Technology Special Interest Group and is a Senior Member of IEEE. Notable contributions include collaborations on floating solar farms, studies on metal speciation in crude oil-contaminated environments, and research on bacterial-mineral interfaces for bioremediation. He has received grants for floating solar farm research (2022-2023) and participated in the Cost Action Grant (2019).

• Optimization
• Aerodynamics
• Machine Learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Andrew Ning is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University, with a joint appointment at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. He leads the FLOW Lab, focusing on optimization, deep learning, and aerodynamic simulation methods for wind energy systems and aircraft design . Education PhD & MS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University BS in Applied Physics from Brigham Young University His research spans optimization , aerodynamics , and machine learning , addressing challenges in wind farm layout, aerostructural design, and urban air mobility vehicle analysis. The FLOW Lab develops advanced computational tools including vortex particle methods, beam theory implementations, and meshless simulation techniques. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in gradient-based optimization , unsteady potential flow , and multirotor aerodynamics . Key application areas include electric propulsion , solar aircraft , and floating offshore wind turbines . His work integrates high-fidelity modeling with computational efficiency through novel algorithm development. Office hours for Winter 2025: Mondays 3:30-4:00pm, Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm, Wednesdays 11:00am-12:00pm, and Thursdays 1:00-2:00pm.

Angela Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy Meteorology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Atmospheric Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Angela Meyer is an Assistant Professor of Energy Meteorology and Artificial Intelligence at TU Delft, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, Department of Geoscience and Remote Sensing since October 2023. She concurrently leads the Energy Weather & AI Lab at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH), School of Engineering and Computer Science. She earned her PhD in atmospheric physics from ETH Zurich (2015) and a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Cambridge (2009). Research Focus: Intersection of data science, atmospheric science, and renewable energy applications. Machine learning for solar and wind energy forecasting. Federated learning for privacy-preserving wind turbine condition monitoring. Satellite-based solar radiation retrieval and bias correction. Probabilistic intraday and sub-seasonal forecasting. Her research is supported by major grants from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and Innosuisse , and she is a project partner in the Horizon Europe UrbanAIR initiative. Scientific Contributions: Over 40 peer-reviewed publications since 2015 in journals such as Applied Energy , Solar Energy , Energy and AI , and Journal of Climate . Key publications include advances in deep generative models for solar forecasting, federated learning in renewable energy, and AI-based satellite retrieval of solar radiation. Active reviewer for Applied Energy , Energies , and program committee member for ECML PKDD and LOD conferences. Research Team & Supervision: Dr. Meyer currently supervises six PhD candidates and six postdoctoral researchers across her labs at TU Delft and BFH. Her group focuses on AI-driven solutions for renewable energy reliability and resilience. Laboratories & Collaborations: Energy Weather & AI Lab – Bern University of Applied Sciences. GRS Lab – TU Delft, Department of Geoscience and Remote Sensing. Active collaborations with ETH Zurich, Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Hexagon AB, and NVIDIA. For more information, visit her personal website or ResearchGate profile .

• Computational Multiphysics
• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Finite Element Methods
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oriol Colomes Gene serves as Assistant Professor in the Offshore Engineering section within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Delft University of Technology. He leads the Computational Multiphysics in Offshore Engineering research group, focusing on advanced numerical methods for offshore renewable energy applications. His teaching responsibilities include the “Floating and Submerged Structures” module for Civil Engineering master’s students and “Introduction to Computational Dynamics of Offshore Structures” in the Offshore and Dredging Engineering master’s program. His educational background includes a combined Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (2011) and a PhD in Civil Engineering (2016) from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, followed by postdoctoral research at Duke University (2016-2020). Colomes Gene’s research centers on computational multiphysics with emphasis on: Development of efficient Finite Element solvers for turbulent flows, free-surface flows, and visco-elasto-plastic solids Fluid-structure interaction in complex geometries Numerical methods for multi-phase and multi-material systems Applications in offshore wind, wave energy, and floating photovoltaics His recent work demonstrates strong integration of theoretical numerical methods with practical offshore renewable energy challenges, particularly in hydroelastic analysis of floating structures and optimization of energy capture systems. His scientific recognition includes: NWO Open Technologieprogramma subsidy for the RAPID-Wind project (2025) Colomes Gene actively supervises research within his Computational Multiphysics group and contributes to major collaborative projects including SPARKLES (2024-2030), which investigates nature-positive floating solar solutions. His research is supported by significant grants targeting offshore renewable energy innovation and computational methodology advancement. His laboratory work focuses on high-performance computing for multiphysics simulations, with particular expertise in developing and validating numerical frameworks for: Free-surface flows interacting with structures Vortex-induced vibrations Complex geometry hydrodynamics Hydroelastic response of very large floating structures