جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jeremiah D. Davisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Commercial Poultry Housing Systems
• Environmental Control for Animal Housing
• Instrumentation and Sampling Methods
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jeremiah D. Davis is a Professor and Director of the National Poultry Technology Center in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at Auburn University's College of Engineering. His expertise focuses on engineering solutions for sustainable and efficient poultry production systems. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from Iowa State University M.S. in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering from the University of Kentucky B.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Texas A&M University Dr. Davis's research centers on commercial poultry housing systems, environmental control for animal housing, instrumentation and sampling methods, water and energy conservation in agriculture, and animal instrumentation and tracking. His work integrates engineering principles with animal science to enhance welfare, sustainability, and productivity in poultry operations through innovations in lighting, thermal management, and resource efficiency. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in optimizing broiler house environments, particularly lighting systems (including GAP-certified natural illumination and LED technology), thermal performance, feed efficiency, and water conservation. His research demonstrates strong industry relevance through field validation of protocols for feed spillage measurement and spatial modeling of environmental parameters. No specific scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Information regarding Dr. Davis's student advising activities and research grants was not available in the source material. As Director of the National Poultry Technology Center, he leads research initiatives focused on developing practical engineering solutions for poultry housing, environmental control systems, and resource conservation technologies serving the global poultry industry.

Eric M. Hernandezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Structural Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Earthquake Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Eric M. Hernandez is an Associate Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of Vermont , where he directs the Structural Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Prognostics Lab. His research focuses on extracting actionable insights from wave and vibration data in structures, with applications in structural health monitoring, earthquake engineering, and biomechanical systems. His work spans seismic risk assessment, damage detection, and model-data fusion, supported by grants from the National Science Foundation (including a CAREER award), NASA, and the Vermont Agency of Transportation. He has taught courses such as Structural Analysis , Earthquake Engineering , and Reliability of Engineering Systems over 20+ years at institutions including Instituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo and Northeastern University. His recent publications highlight advancements in nonlinear model-data fusion for seismic monitoring Bayesian updating in structural diagnostics sensor optimization for state estimation His accolades include the NSF CAREER Award (2015) and the Gregory N. Sweeny Green and Gold Professor (2018).

Georgios Hadjidemetriouمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Construction Management
• Transport Infrastructure
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Georgios Hadjidemetriou is a Lecturer in Construction Management specializing in applying Data Science to address climate, socio-economic, and technological challenges in transport infrastructure and construction. His research focuses on optimizing automation/robotics in construction, predictive maintenance systems, and resilient infrastructure design. He holds MEng, MSc, and PhD qualifications. Education: MEng, MSc, PhD (specific fields not explicitly stated) Research interests include integrating Artificial Intelligence with construction processes, digital twins for highway monitoring, and sustainability strategies. His work bridges Transport Infrastructure, Construction Management, and Systems Science to enhance infrastructure resilience. Key projects include the EU-funded SAFEWAY system for extreme event response, the RE-PLACE urban planning initiative, and digital twin-based maintenance frameworks. He has led projects for the Israel Ministry of Innovation, Innovate UK, and SKANSKA UK. Notable Grants: DRF Initiative (UKRI/EU MSCA COFUND) RE-PLACE (Innovate UK KTP) SAFEWAY (EU Horizon-2020) Expertise includes predictive modeling (Bayesian, machine learning), asset information management, and infrastructure criticality assessment. His research outputs span over 30 peer-reviewed articles focusing on pavement condition prediction, AI-based defect detection, and resilient infrastructure systems.

Erik Komenderaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Autonomous Systems
• Space Robotics
• Field Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erik Komendera is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech. He leads the Field and Space Experimental Robotics (FASER) Laboratory, focusing on autonomous assembly, space robotics, and field robotics. His research integrates perception, machine learning, and multi-agent systems to enable precise robotic operations in large workspaces and off-nominal scenarios. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Colorado (2014) M.S. in Computer Science, University of Colorado (2012) B.S.E. in Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan (2007) Research Interests: Autonomous assembly and construction Space robotics and in-space assembly Field robotics for disaster response and environmental monitoring Perception and state estimation for large-scale operations Multi-agent motion planning and collaborative manipulation Machine learning for anomaly detection in robotics Key Projects: Built On-Orbit Robotically Assembled Gigatruss (BORG) system Development of lightweight manipulators for in-space operations Autonomous damage detection in constructed structures COVID-19 response efforts: PPE production via robotic prototyping Awards: NASA Early Career Achievement Medal (2018) Center Achievement Award (NASA Langley, 2017) First NASA Space Tech Fellow to earn a Ph.D. (2014) Outstanding Research Award (University of Colorado, 2014) Labs/Teams: Director of the FASER Lab, which advances robotics for space and terrestrial applications. Current projects include modular space systems, autonomous assembly algorithms, and robotic collaboration frameworks.

• Structural Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Numerical Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Floriana Petrone is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno, part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on advanced numerical modeling of structural systems, high-performance computing for civil engineering challenges, structural damage assessment, and probabilistic safety analysis. She is actively seeking motivated graduate students to work on projects involving seismic design optimization and experimental testing of structural health monitoring techniques. Dr. Petrone’s work emphasizes practical applications such as improving building resilience to earthquakes and developing innovative methods for structural safety evaluation. Her research group employs cutting-edge tools like optical sensor systems for measuring building drift during seismic events, contributing to safer infrastructure design. Her publications span topics including progressive collapse analysis of reinforced concrete structures, calibration of capacity models, and composite material behavior. She holds a patent for a self-supporting steel truss system in mixed steel-concrete structures.

Huili Chenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Flood Risk Assessment
• Disaster Impact Modelling
• Satellite Observations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Huili Chen is a Senior Lecturer in Water Engineering at Loughborough University. Her research focuses on developing innovative methodologies using satellite observations and high-performance modelling tools to assess disaster impacts and risks, particularly in data-sparse regions. She specializes in flood risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and hydrodynamic modelling. Her work emphasizes safeguarding vulnerable populations in disaster-prone areas through advanced data analytics. Education: BEng, MSc, PhD Research Interests: Flood risk assessment, disaster impact modelling, satellite data integration, climate resilience strategies Dr. Chen leads and collaborates on projects such as the UNESCO Chair in Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction, the SPIRIT initiative for flood modelling standardization, and the FLASH project for hazard assessment in Bhutan. She has pioneered techniques like the High-Performance Integrated Hydrodynamic Modelling System (HiPIMS) and GIS-based DEM correction methods to enhance flood simulation accuracy. Her research also addresses agricultural flood damage, pluvial flood nowcasting, and glacial lake outburst flood impacts using open-source data. Her advisory and grant activities include roles as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (CoI) on multiple grants from NERC, EPSRC, and the Royal Society. She has managed projects totaling over £multi-million, demonstrating leadership in interdisciplinary environmental engineering solutions. Dr. Chen’s work contributes to global initiatives like the UNESCO Chair program and the SHEAR-funded WeACT project, advancing flood hazard assessment and forecasting systems for vulnerable regions. Her research bridges computational modelling, environmental science, and policy to promote sustainable resilience strategies.

Kevin Pittsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• High Energy Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Pitts is the Dean of the College of Science at Virginia Tech and holds the Lay Nam Chang Dean’s Chair. He is also a Professor of Physics at Virginia Tech and concurrently serves as Chief Research Officer at Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory. Previously, he was a Professor of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on experimental particle physics, particularly neutrino physics and the Muon g-2 experiment. Pitts has over 25 years of experience in academic and research leadership, including roles as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Associate Dean at the University of Illinois. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Oregon in 1994, preceded by a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree from the same university. His research contributions include over 600 peer-reviewed articles on particle physics, with a focus on neutrino experiments (e.g., DUNE) and precision measurements of the muon’s magnetic moment. He has led major accelerator projects at Fermilab, including the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment. Pitts’ work addresses fundamental questions in particle physics and detector technology. Education: B.Sc. Anderson University; M.Sc. and Ph.D. (1994) University of Oregon Affiliations: Virginia Tech (Dean, Physics Professor), Fermilab (Chief Research Officer) His articles emphasize cutting-edge projects like the DUNE neutrino detector and Muon g-2 experiments, reflecting expertise in particle detection, computational methods, and international collaborations. Recognized for leadership, Pitts has received the Lay Nam Chang Dean’s Chair, an endowed position supporting scientific leadership. Grants & Leadership: Directed Fermilab’s science program, managed undergraduate education initiatives, and secured funding for multi-institutional projects Labs/Teams: DUNE Collaboration, Fermilab Accelerator Division, Muon g-2 Experiment Team

Hrvoje Novakمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Control Systems
• Machine Learning
• Energy Management
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Hrvoje Novak is a Leading Researcher at the Department of Control and Computer Engineering, University of Zagreb Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing. His work focuses on interdisciplinary research spanning energy systems optimization, precision agriculture, and advanced control methodologies. He has contributed to innovative solutions in predictive control for building energy management, railway traction systems, and water treatment infrastructure. His research integrates machine learning, IoT, and remote sensing technologies to address challenges in smart grids, crop health monitoring, and insect pest management. Key research areas include: Predictive control strategies for energy-efficient systems Machine learning applications in agricultural pest detection Data-driven modeling of urban traffic and infrastructure IoT-based plant development modeling systems Optimization of railway traction and energy storage systems His publications emphasize practical implementations such as hierarchical building energy management, flight mill analysis for invasive species, and grey-box modeling of water treatment plants. Novak collaborates across academic and industrial sectors to advance sustainable technologies.

Karl Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disaster Management
• Risk Assessment
• Transportation Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Karl Kim holds a faculty position in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa. He also holds appointments in the Center for Korean Studies and the School of Architecture. His research focuses on disaster risk reduction, resilience planning, transportation safety, and environmental management. Dr. Kim has secured over $67 million in research and training grants from federal, state, and international agencies. He received his Ph.D. in Urban Studies and Planning from MIT and an A.B. in Demography from Brown University, where he was awarded the Samuel C. Lamport Prize in Economics and Sociology. His work includes leadership roles such as Editor-in-Chief of Transportation Research: Interdisciplinary Perspectives and former Editor-in-Chief of Accident Analysis & Prevention . Key research interests include disaster management strategies, community resilience, and transportation infrastructure resilience. His recent articles explore island supply chain resilience, ASEAN urban disaster risks, and volcanic disruption impacts on infrastructure. He has developed training programs like the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center funded by FEMA. Dr. Kim’s awards include the BBC Media Action Award for “Tsunami Preparedness” and the PriMO Leadership Award. He has served as Chairman of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium and on committees of the Transportation Research Board. Current projects include the HI-DRAW Project evaluating disaster recovery efforts and Building Resilience Through Training for Indonesia.

Bianca Federiciمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geomatics
• Environmental Engineering
• Remote Sensing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bianca Federici is an Associate Professor at the University of Genoa's Department of Civil, Chemical and Environmental Engineering (DICCA), affiliated with the Polytechnic school. Her expertise lies in geomatics, remote sensing, and environmental engineering. She teaches courses such as Electronic Cartography, Geomatics, and Navigation within maritime science and environmental engineering programs. Research Interests: Focuses on interdisciplinary applications of geomatics in coastal dynamics, landslide monitoring, and environmental modeling. Specializes in 3D mapping, underwater positioning, GIS integration, and the use of satellite and UAV technologies for environmental assessment. Active in developing automated GIS procedures for disaster risk reduction and sustainable mobility analysis. Teaching: Delivers courses on electronic navigation, numerical cartography, and geomatics applications in construction and maritime technology. Known for innovative approaches in geomatics education, including remote learning adaptations during the pandemic. Key Projects: Leads research on coastal zone management, landslide susceptibility modeling, and hydrological-geotechnical forecasting. Collaborates on projects like the AD-VITAM landslide monitoring system and integrates machine learning for water resource prediction. Affiliations & Roles: Member of the Joint Teacher-Student Commission at the Polytechnic school. Involved in interdepartmental collaborations across environmental engineering, civil engineering, and marine science. Holds leadership roles in curriculum design for geomatics and environmental disciplines.

Alipio Ferreiraمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Economics
• Public Economics
• Applied Econometrics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alipio Ferreira is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Southern Methodist University (SMU). He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Toulouse School of Economics, a Master's from Tilburg University, and a Bachelor’s from São Paulo School of Economics. His research focuses on law enforcement in public finance and environmental regulation in developing countries, particularly policies to enhance environmental enforcement efficiency and reduce deforestation. Ferreira has worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab and as an environmental consultant in Brazil's São Paulo state government. His research interests include environmental economics, public economics, and applied econometrics. Notable projects involve analyzing tax audit algorithms in Senegal, historical indigenous land management impacts on deforestation, and satellite-based monitoring systems for environmental enforcement. Ferreira has contributed to policy reports on green infrastructure, energy poverty metrics, and flood management for institutions like the European Commission and World Bank. His work bridges theoretical economic models with practical policy solutions, emphasizing the intersection of technology (e.g., satellites, VR) and environmental governance. Ferreira’s op-eds and media engagements address topics like pandemic economic impacts and fiscal policies in emerging economies.

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Urban Planning
• Environmental Planning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Diana Mitsova is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), holding the John DeGrove Eminent Scholar Chair in Growth Management and Development. She is also an Affiliate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at FAU. Her research focuses on geospatial technologies (GIS), spatial analysis, and statistical methods to address challenges in sustainable urban planning, environmental management, and climate adaptation. Key areas include infrastructure resilience during extreme events, sea-level rise vulnerability, health impacts of climate change, and disaster recovery. Her work has been funded by major grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), FEMA, Florida Sea Grant, and The Nature Conservancy. Dr. Mitsova’s contributions include developing computational frameworks for assessing infrastructure interdependencies and co-authoring the book Geospatial Applications for Climate Adaptation Planning (2019), which explores geospatial tools for climate vulnerability assessment. She leads interdisciplinary research initiatives through FAU’s Collaborative Sciences Center for Road Safety and the Visual Planning Technology Laboratory. Recent studies examine hurricane recovery disparities, heat vulnerability in urban areas, and the role of greenspaces in cognitive health. Her research integrates environmental, social, and technological dimensions to advance equitable and resilient urban futures. Education : Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning Grants : NSF CMMI #1541089, #2028968; FEMA/Florida Emergency Management; Kresge Foundation Labs : Collaborative Sciences Center for Road Safety, Visual Planning Technology Laboratory Awards include the John DeGrove Eminent Scholar Chair, recognizing her leadership in growth management and environmental policy.

Ephrem Taddesseمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pavement Design
• Road Materials Technology
• Geometric Design of Roads
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ephrem Taddesse is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Technology and Science, University of Agder. His research focuses on pavement design, road materials technology, geometric design of highways, pavement maintenance, and non-destructive testing using techniques like Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). He specializes in developing predictive models for pavement performance, leveraging artificial neural networks and advanced material characterization. His work integrates civil engineering principles with data-driven approaches to enhance infrastructure durability and sustainability. Education & Affiliations: PhD in Civil Engineering from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2010), with postdoctoral contributions in pavement management systems and material science. Research Groups: Sustainable Built Environment and Materials for Construction and Construction. Key publications include studies on asphalt concrete deformation, fatigue damage analysis, and bridge element condition assessment. His work emphasizes practical applications in Norwegian and international road networks, with a focus on coastal and low-volume road infrastructure. Collaborations with institutions like NTNU and international conferences highlight his global impact.

• Civil Engineering
• Historic Building Preservation
• Building Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Beata Nowogońska is a Professor at the University of Zielona Góra, affiliated with the Institute of Construction's Department of General Construction and Building Physics. Her primary research focuses on civil engineering, geodesy, and transport, with a specialization in historic building preservation, structural diagnostics, and renovation strategies for heritage structures. She has conducted extensive studies on non-destructive testing methods for wooden elements in historic buildings, aging processes of buildings, and the consequences of delayed renovations. Her work often involves case studies of medieval churches, industrial heritage sites, and urban revitalization projects. Prof. Nowogońska's research addresses technical challenges in adaptive reuse of post-industrial buildings, maintenance management, and the integration of sustainable practices in heritage conservation. She holds a prominent role in advancing methodologies for assessing building performance and predicting structural degradation over time. Her contributions include developing frameworks for prioritizing renovation needs and mitigating risks in historic structures. Education: While specific educational details are not provided, her academic credentials include doctoral and habilitation titles in engineering (Dr. Hab. Eng.). Research Interests: Prof. Nowogońska’s work bridges engineering and conservation science, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to preserving cultural heritage. Key themes include: Diagnostic techniques for historic structures Risk management in building degradation Renovation strategies for timber and masonry structures Urban revitalization and historic city center preservation Mathematical modeling of building longevity Publications: Her recent work highlights trends in heritage building management, including analyses of 15th–20th century structures, diagnostic innovations using thermographic and non-destructive methods, and case studies in bridge restoration and industrial site adaptation. Common themes are the interplay between technical durability and cultural sustainability. Labs & Teams: As part of the Institute of Construction, she collaborates with teams specializing in structural diagnostics, building physics, and heritage conservation, contributing to the university’s research infrastructure in construction sciences.

Henrik Greenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pharmacogenetics
• Toxicology
• Forensic Sciences
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Henrik Green serves as Deputy Head of Department and Professor in forensic sciences at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. He also holds a position as Researcher/Molecular Biologist in Engineering and Genomics at the Department of Forensic Genetics and Forensic Toxicology, National Board of Forensic Medicine, Linköping. His research spans three primary tracks: Genetic variation affecting drug response and side effects in cancer treatment Pharmacology and toxicology of new psychoactive substances (internet drugs) Forensic applications of genetics, including post-mortem metabolomics and AI for solving murders Green's work focuses on identifying predictive biomarkers for drug metabolism and effects, with recent publications examining synthetic cannabinoids, pharmacogenomics in pediatric oncology, and cardiac genetics. His research group has developed tools to predict nerve damage from taxane-based cancer treatments and methods for rapid narcotics classification of new psychoactive substances. He leads the Strategic Research Area in Forensic Sciences, a joint venture between the National Board of Forensic Medicine and Linköping University, and is part of the Cancer research network and SciLifeLab Linköping infrastructure. His team recently received SEK 13 million from the Swedish Research Council to develop AI methodologies for crime solving through detailed chemical analyses. Green has developed rapid methods for measuring the effects of new psychoactive substances, contributing directly to narcotics classification efforts. His work on fentanyl analogues helped remove these dangerous substances from the market, preventing numerous deaths. He emphasizes the critical race against time when new designer drugs emerge, comparing consumption of unknown substances to 'playing Russian roulette.'