جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Volker Birkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Chemistry
• Groundwater Remediation
• Hazardous Waste Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Volker Birke is a Full Professor of Chemistry/Technical Chemistry at the Wismar University of Applied Sciences, Germany, since 2016. He has over 30 years of experience in environmental chemistry and remediation technologies, with a focus on groundwater and soil contamination. He teaches courses in general, physical, technical, and environmental chemistry for process and environmental engineers. Professor, Wismar University of Applied Sciences (2016–present) Extraordinary Professor, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences (2009–2016) Research Interests: Specializing in permeable reactive barriers (PRBs) for groundwater pollution, mechanochemical dehalogenation of persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and emerging contaminants like PFAS and pharmaceuticals. His work spans ex situ and in situ remediation technologies for chlorinated ethenes, PCBs, and chromite ore processing residues. International Collaborations: Long-term research partnerships with University of Newcastle and CRC CARE Institute in Australia (since 2004), including student exchanges and joint FuE projects. Also collaborates with Indian Institute of Technology Delhi on groundwater remediation projects. Grants & Projects: Coordinated Germany's large-scale R&D cluster RUBIN for PRB technologies (2006–2012). Currently supervises a DAAD-funded internship in Australia (2024) and a BMWi-funded FuE project (2023–2025) with German companies on wastewater treatment. Labs & Teams: Leads the Chemistry and Environmental Analytics Laboratory in Malchow, Germany, focusing on innovative remediation methods. Has managed over 50 national and international remediation projects in USA, India, and Australia.

Gerrit Höfkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Physics
• Thermal Building Simulation
• Urban Climate
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Gerrit Höfker has been Professor of Building Physics at Bochum University of Applied Sciences since 2003, within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He teaches Building Physics, Fire Protection, Building Climatology, and Room Acoustics at Bachelor and Master levels, focusing on practical applications for residential and commercial buildings. His academic journey began with vocational training as a central heating and ventilation engineer (1987-1990) and paramedic (1990-1991). He then earned a Diploma in Building Physics from Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences (1991-1996) and a doctorate from De Montfort University Leicester (2001) on sorption-assisted building cooling with solar energy. Prof. Höfker's research priorities include thermal building simulation, urban climate adaptation, and thermal/auditory comfort. His work in room acoustics focuses on planning spaces with demanding acoustic requirements, while his thermal research addresses energy-efficient building design across diverse climate zones. He employs advanced simulation tools like EnergyPlus and IDAIce for thermal analysis and ray tracing for complex room acoustics. His publications from 2009-2017 show a consistent focus on building acoustics (nearly half) and thermal comfort. Notable trends include 3D visualization for energy systems, non-auditory noise effects in offices, and bottom-up models for urban energy demand. His research increasingly connects building physics with urban climate challenges. Prof. Höfker is actively involved in the Building Physics Laboratory at Bochum University of Applied Sciences, where he oversees teaching laboratories for heat transport, water vapor diffusion, and acoustics calculations. The lab supports both educational activities and applied research in building physics.

• Building Information Modeling
• Digital Twinning
• Information Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Sebastian Esser serves as Group Lead for Information Management at the Chair of Computing in Civil and Building Engineering at Technical University of Munich. His research focuses on advancing Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodologies, particularly in infrastructure and railway applications. He contributes significantly to international standardization efforts including IFC-Road and IFC-Rail projects, and leads research initiatives such as RIMcomb and BauPuls360. Dr. Esser's research spans several critical areas in digital construction: Graph-based version control systems for BIM collaboration Digital twin development for infrastructure management Semantic modeling of built environments BIM-based regulation checking for railway infrastructure Interdisciplinary model coordination techniques Knowledge representation in civil engineering His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical civil engineering applications, focusing on improving data interoperability and workflow efficiency in construction projects. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on graph-based approaches to BIM challenges. His research has evolved from foundational work on BIM programming interfaces to sophisticated implementations involving knowledge graphs, semantic reasoning, and digital twin architectures. Key trends include increasing integration of semantic web technologies with BIM standards, development of specialized query interfaces like GraphQL for construction data, and application of formal methods to infrastructure modeling problems. Dr. Esser actively supervises numerous bachelor's and master's theses annually, with recent topics covering graph-based entity alignment, BIM-GIS integration for flood assessment, incremental model updates, and digital twin implementations. His teaching portfolio includes courses such as Bau- und Umweltinformatik, BIM.fundamentals, BIM.infra, and Semantic Modeling of the Built World, demonstrating his commitment to educating the next generation of digital construction professionals. He is involved in multiple research initiatives including DFG FOR 5672 (The information backbone of robotized construction), SPP 2187 (Adaptive modularized constructions), and AM2PM (Additive to Predictive Manufacturing). His laboratory work spans the BIM-Lab and related computational infrastructure supporting his research in digital construction technologies.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Kristina Schädler is a faculty member at the West Coast University of Applied Sciences (FH Westküste), where she serves as Professor of Data Processing within the School of Technology. She has been with the university since 2005 and also served as Dean of the Department of Technology. Her academic background includes a PhD in machine learning from TU Berlin, where she was awarded the Chorafas Research Prize for young scientists. West Coast University of Applied Sciences (since 2005) TU Berlin, Institute of Computer Science (1994-1999) Martin Luther University Halle/Wittenberg (1990-1994) Professor Schädler's research focuses on artificial intelligence and machine learning applications, particularly in image processing and data analysis. Her work spans multiple domains including industrial automation, agricultural technology, renewable energy, and animal husbandry. She has led numerous research projects that bridge academic theory with practical industrial applications, with particular emphasis on developing robust image processing systems that can be deployed in real-world settings. Her research portfolio demonstrates a consistent pattern of applying advanced machine learning techniques to solve practical problems across diverse industries. The ANIMET project, which developed facial recognition for horses, and the MaviSeg system for multichannel image segmentation represent her innovative approach to adapting computer vision technologies for specialized applications. Her work often involves close collaboration with industry partners to ensure practical relevance and implementation. Chorafas Research Prize for young scientists Innovationspreis at Equitana (2013) for the ANIMET project Professor Schädler has supervised numerous student theses that have resulted in practical applications across various domains. Her research group has secured funding from multiple sources including the European Commission, BMBF, and regional development agencies. She has established the CICAD project as a sustainable competence center for industrial image processing, which has trained multiple doctoral students through cooperative programs with the University of Lübeck. Her work demonstrates strong industry connections with companies like HIT Hinrichs Innovation + Technik, MBJ Solutions, and Fischer und Tausche Kondensatoren. Her research laboratory focuses on industrial image processing applications, with specialized equipment for 2D/3D imaging, spectral analysis, and machine learning implementation. The CICAD project established a dedicated competence center that continues to develop new applications of image processing technology across multiple industries.