جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jialuo Dingمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Additive Manufacturing
• Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing
• Process Modeling and Simulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jialuo Ding is a Principal Research Fellow in Additive Manufacturing at Cranfield University, where she leads the research development of digital aspects of wire-based Direct Energy Deposition Additive Manufacturing (w-DED AM) processes. She earned her PhD from Cranfield University in 2013 and has since established herself as a leading expert in this field. As the Research Programme Lead of the WAAMMat Programme, she is responsible for delivering research and industrial projects focused on providing practical solutions based on Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing processes. Her research focuses on process modeling and simulation, process monitoring and control, and the applications of large-scale DED AM component building. Dr. Ding's current projects include leading the process modeling research area for the NEWAM project (EPSRC), serving as project lead for HPWAAM (Innovate UK), acting as co-investigator for MultiFun (EU), and managing over 10 WAAMMat industrial projects annually. Dr. Ding's recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate her active research program in advancing additive manufacturing technologies, particularly in applications for large-scale component building. Her work spans diverse areas including plasma arc deposition, digital twin development, process monitoring frameworks, and material property optimization. Her research addresses critical challenges in additive manufacturing such as residual stress management, microstructure control, and process quality assurance. Dr. Ding collaborates extensively with industry partners including Airbus, BAE Systems, Boeing UK, Bombardier Aerospace, GE Avio, Lockheed Martin UK, Safran, Thales, and numerous other aerospace and manufacturing organizations. Her work bridges the gap between academic research and industrial applications, focusing on practical solutions for real-world manufacturing challenges.

Michael Kelzenbergمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Space Solar Power
• Photovoltaics
• Nanowire Solar Cells
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Kelzenberg is a Senior Research Scientist at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), working in the Atwater research group. His work focuses on advanced space propulsion and energy technologies, particularly for space solar power systems and interstellar exploration applications requiring ultralight and radiation-hardened solutions. His research spans cutting-edge domains including nanowire-based photovoltaics for space environments, lightsail propulsion leveraging radiation pressure, and integrated solar-driven systems for CO2 reduction. Key interests involve developing ultralight photovoltaic tiles, self-stabilizing lightsail membranes, and radiation-tolerant solar cells using novel architectures like silicon nanowires. His work bridges materials science, optics, and aerospace engineering to enable deep space missions and sustainable energy solutions. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a concentrated effort on experimental validation of lightsail technologies and space-based solar power systems. Dominant themes include radiation pressure measurement techniques, ultralight material development for spacecraft, in-orbit testing of photovoltaics (Alba Mission), and integrated solar-to-fuel devices. These works demonstrate increasing interdisciplinary convergence between propulsion physics, space engineering, and renewable energy conversion. Dr. Kelzenberg has received significant recognition for his contributions: Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Award (2010) for pioneering silicon microwire-array solar cell technology While specific advising roles aren't documented in available sources, his collaborative work with Professor Harry Atwater and the Caltech Space Solar Power Project indicates extensive mentorship within research teams. Current grant activities focus on NASA-funded initiatives for space solar power and interstellar propulsion technologies. He operates within Caltech's Atwater research group, which maintains advanced laboratories for nanomaterial synthesis, optoelectronic device fabrication, and space environment simulation. The group's facilities support rapid prototyping of ultralight spacecraft components and high-precision optical characterization essential for lightsail and space solar power development.

Maria Stefania Festilaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Transformation
• Organizational Theory
• Public Sector Digitalization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Stefania Festila is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Culture and Language, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in socio-technical dimensions of digital transformation within public sector and critical infrastructure contexts. Her work bridges humanities and social sciences through techno-anthropological frameworks to examine digital artifacts' impact on social practices and organizational dynamics. Education PhD in Information Systems Management, Aarhus Business School (awarded July 12, 2022) Research Focus Festila employs ethnographic methods to investigate digital work transformation, public sector digitalization, and complex legacy system transitions. Her research integrates practice theory, actor-network theory, and organizational cognition frameworks to analyze: Digital transformation in critical infrastructure (e.g., district heating, water systems) Data-driven decision-making in complex work environments Knowledge coordination during technology-mediated handoffs Socio-technical implications of digital transitions in public services Publication Trends Her 13 research outputs (2016-2025) reveal an evolving trajectory from healthcare IT affordances (2016-2018) toward infrastructure digitalization (2022-2025). Recent work emphasizes organizational cognition in digital transitions, employing case studies from Denmark with methodologies including ethnography, socio-technical network analysis, and actor-network theory. Key thematic clusters include infrastructure resilience, data-driven intuition, and knowledge coordination in critical systems. Projects and Collaborations Festila contributed to the DRONe project (Determinants of Resilience in Organizational Networks, 2022-2025) as core team member alongside Rasmus Gahrn-Andersen and Davide Secchi. She has presented research at 6 activities including HICSS 2025 and workshops on organizational cognition, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary collaboration patterns within organizational studies and information systems research communities.

Mario Medinaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Phase Change Materials
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Thermal Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mario Medina is a Professor in Multidisciplinary Engineering at Texas A&M University and serves as Director of Architectural Engineering. His work focuses on thermal performance and energy efficiency in building systems. He has extensive research on phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal management in building envelopes. Research Interests His research spans Phase Change Materials (PCM) integration in building systems Thermal performance optimization of building envelopes Passive cooling and energy conservation strategies Heat transfer modeling and experimental validation Research Trends Recent publications emphasize PCM applications in diverse building types, climate-specific performance analysis, and numerical/experimental validation of thermal models. Key themes include energy load reduction, thermal regulation, and material characterization. Contact Email: mmedina@tamu.edu

• Seismic-resistant steel structures
• Dissipative connections
• Steel-concrete composite structures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

apl. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Benno Hoffmeister is Associate Professor at the Chair for Steel and Lightweight Metal Construction , Institute of Steel Construction, RWTH Aachen University, Germany. His work integrates experimental and numerical approaches to develop safe, economical and repairable steel, composite and hybrid structures under extreme loads. Research Interests Hoffmeister’s core interest is seismic-resistant steel and composite construction . He investigates dissipative connections (replaceable shear links, laser-cut joints), performance of moment-resisting frames, hybrid coupled wall systems, and the seismic behaviour of industrial rack-supported warehouses and bridges. Additional topics encompass fatigue of thin-walled steel details, sandwich-panel cladding interaction, timber-steel hybrid systems, and life-cycle asset management of steel bridges. Across 50+ publications since 2020 he consistently couples large-scale laboratory testing with advanced nonlinear simulations, targeting practical design guidance for moderate-seismicity regions and retrofit of existing facilities. Scientific Awards No specific awards are listed in the supplied sources. Advising & Research Funding While individual student names are not provided, Hoffmeister leads experimental campaigns within publicly funded projects such as HYCAD, LASTEICON, STEEL-EARTH, ROBUSTIMPACT and SeDIF, involving numerous doctoral and master researchers. His laboratory hosts full-scale frame tests, component studies and long-term bridge monitoring programmes. Labs & Teams He operates within the Institute of Steel Construction’s testing hall at RWTH Aachen, equipped with 6 MN strong-floor reaction wall, servo-hydraulic actuators and environmental chambers, enabling cyclic, dynamic and fatigue testing of large steel, composite and hybrid specimens.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Reverse Engineering
• Advanced Manufacturing Technologies and Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Federica Valenza is a Ph.D. candidate in Management and Production Engineering at Politecnico di Torino (Polito), with a focus on multi-material additive manufacturing. She serves as a Research Fellow and External Collaborator at the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP), and contributes to teaching as an External Lecturer/Teaching Collaborator in Mechanical Engineering programs. Education: Bachelor's and Master's in Mechanical Engineering at Polito (completed April 2022 with Additive Manufacturing specialization). Her research interests revolve around Additive Manufacturing (Laser Powder Bed Fusion, Directed Energy Deposition), Reverse Engineering , and Advanced Manufacturing Systems . Recent work includes studying machinability of Ti6Al4V components and multi-material joining strategies for lightweight high-performance parts. Publications focus on interlocking structures, freeform surfaces, and process-structure-property relationships in additive manufacturing. She collaborates with the Integrated Additive Manufacturing (IAM) Center and the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), applying skills in MATLAB, experimental design, and materials characterization. Current involvement in PRIN projects aims to develop innovative dissimilar material joints.

• Structural Engineering
• Fire Safety Engineering
• Cold-Formed Steel Structures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Mahendran Mahen is a distinguished academic in Structural Engineering at Queensland University of Technology's School of Civil Engineering. With over two decades of research excellence, his work has significantly advanced the understanding of cold-formed steel structures under extreme conditions, particularly fire and bushfire scenarios. His leadership in the field is evidenced by his extensive publication record and supervision of numerous doctoral students. Professor Mahen's research interests center on structural performance under fire conditions, with particular emphasis on light steel framing systems, bushfire-resistant construction, and numerical modeling of structural behavior. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications, focusing on developing safer building systems that comply with stringent safety standards while maintaining structural integrity during extreme events. His research has directly influenced building codes and safety standards for steel construction in fire-prone regions. The publication portfolio reveals a clear research trajectory focused on fire resistance of light steel frame systems, with recent work expanding into bushfire protection for residential structures. His articles demonstrate sophisticated integration of experimental testing with advanced numerical modeling techniques, providing comprehensive insights into structural behavior under thermal stress. The consistent high citation counts across his publications indicate significant impact within the structural engineering community. Professor Mahen has received recognition through substantial research funding and collaborative projects with industry partners, though specific awards aren't detailed in the publication record. His work has formed the foundation for several building code provisions related to steel construction in fire conditions. As a dedicated educator and mentor, Professor Mahen has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students, many of whom have become prominent researchers in their own right. His laboratory facilities support cutting-edge research in structural fire engineering, with specialized equipment for full-scale fire testing of building components. Current research directions include developing innovative safe room designs for bushfire protection and enhancing the fire resistance of steel structural systems through novel material applications.

Manuel David Abad Roldánمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Thin Films
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Manuel David Abad Roldán is a Full Professor at the IQS School of Engineering , Universitat Ramon Llull , specializing in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science . His research focuses on thin film coatings , nanostructured materials , and additive manufacturing for biomedical and industrial applications. Email: manuel.abad@iqs.url.edu ORCID: 0000-0002-5935-5709 Research Interests include: Advanced surface treatments (e.g., dental implants) High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering (HiPIMS) Mechanical behavior of nanocomposites 3D-printed biocompatible materials Article Trends (2020-2024) show expertise in Multilayer coatings for industrial applications Carbon and Si incorporation in hard films Biomedical material optimization via additive manufacturing Tribological analysis of metallic alloys Notable Projects : EQUIDENTAL : Surface treatment equipment for dental implants (2023-2026) GAM : Applied Mechanics and Advanced Manufacturing (2022-2025) 3DPC : 3D-printed sandwich structures (2019-2022)

• Flame Retardancy of Polymers
• Polymer Nanocomposites
• Biobased Polymeric Coatings
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Federico Carosio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of the Polytechnic University of Turin , affiliated with the College of Chemical and Materials Engineering . His work focuses on designing nanostructured functional coatings using polyelectrolytes and nanoparticles for industrial applications. Research Interests: Flame retardancy of polymers, sustainable structural materials, graphene nanoplatelets, layer-by-layer assembly, nanocellulose, and polymer nanocomposites. Recent publications highlight his expertise in fire-safe materials, biobased coatings, and nanocomposite engineering. Key projects include GAIA (green cellulose-based insulating materials) and PANACEA (nanostructured cellulose recovery). He supervises PhD students working on layer-by-layer assembly and flame-retarded composites. Laboratories: Functional Coatings Laboratory, Chemical Synthesis Laboratory, Fire Testing Laboratory, and others within DISAT. Carosio contributes to commercial patents on flame-retardant coatings for polymers, soft magnetic materials, and foam impregnation processes.

• Textile Functionalization
• Thermal Comfort of Sportswear
• Sustainable Dyeing Processes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ada Ferri is a Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) , Politecnico di Torino , Italy, since 2014. With over 20 years in textile technology research, she leads the Comfort Lab , focusing on sportswear development and validation. She collaborates extensively with textile companies and academic partners in materials science and medicine. Research Interests include advanced textile functionalization, thermal comfort of sportswear, sustainable dyeing processes, and supercritical CO2 applications. Leadership Roles : Scientific Director for AUTEX membership, EPSI member, and coordinator of multidisciplinary projects like SUMMIT and METEO. Teaching : Courses on high-performance fibers, thermodynamics, and textile technology for Industry 4.0 and chemical engineering programs. Scientific Contributions : 15+ peer-reviewed articles on dyeing, antimicrobial textiles, and wearable tech. Notable projects address microplastic mitigation and biomedical textile applications. Patents : Innovations in auxetic backpack structures and smart sports apparel.

Xiao Kuangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Smart Polymer Composites
• Biomaterials
• Advanced Manufacturing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xiao Kuang is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leading the Adaptive Materials and Advanced Manufacturing (AM2) Lab. His research focuses on functional soft (bio)materials and additive manufacturing, addressing challenges in sustainability and healthcare through innovations in 3D printing, smart polymers, and biomedical applications. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and completed postdoctoral training at Georgia Tech and Harvard Medical School. Education: Ph.D., University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (2016) B.S., Beijing University of Chemical Technology (2011) Research interests span smart polymer composites, biomaterials, advanced manufacturing, ultrasound technology, and sustainability. The AM2 Lab explores stimuli-responsive materials, bioengineering approaches, and machine learning to develop multifunctional devices and systems for marine, aerospace, and biomedical fields. Awards include the 2019 ACS Distinguished Poster Nomination, 2018 Georgia Tech SPN Poster Prize, and multiple honors from Chinese academic institutions. His work has been featured in Advanced Materials , Small , and Composites Part B . Teaching includes courses on polymer additive manufacturing, manufacturing processes, and PhD research. The AM2 Lab collaborates on grants and projects in biofabrication, sustainable materials, and medical devices. Labs/Teams: The AM2 Lab pioneers adaptive materials and 4D printing for next-generation applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering and biomedicine.

Kaja Schelkerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Architectural History
• Post-War Architecture
• Regional Architectural Cultures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kaja Schelker is a Research Associate at the Leibniz-GWZO (Leibniz Institute of European History) within the junior research group 'East Central Europe in Comparison.' She holds a Dipl.-Ing. Arch. (Master's degree in Architecture) from the Universities of Stuttgart and Porto (2003–2009). Her career includes architectural practice in Graubünden (2009–2013), research at the University of Stuttgart's Institute for Lightweight Structures (2013–2020), and doctoral studies in Art History at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich under Prof. Burcu Dogramaci (since 2017). Her research focuses on post-war architecture from transnational and regional perspectives, national architectural styles, lightweight construction's intersection with utopian and technical innovation, and sustainability discourse. Current projects include studying Zakopane's architectural culture comparatively. Teaching: Delivered courses at the University of Stuttgart's Institute for Lightweight Design and Construction for architecture and civil engineering students (2013–2020). Awards: 2018 scholarship from the German Historical Institute in Warsaw. Professional membership: Bavarian Chamber of Architects (since 2014).

Stefan Manegoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Database Systems
• Column-store Database Architectures
• Data Management for Sciences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stefan Manegold is a Professor for Data Management (0.2 fte) at Leiden University's Faculty of Science within the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS), while also serving as a Senior Researcher (0.8 fte) and former Head (2011-2024) of the Database Architectures Research Group at Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) in Amsterdam. His career spans over 27 years at CWI and 11 years as a professor at Leiden University, with prior experience at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. Professor Manegold's research focuses on innovative database architectures, particularly column-store systems and hardware-aware database technologies. His expertise spans database query optimization, parallel and distributed information systems, XML storage and processing, and scientific data management. He has pioneered work in adaptive indexing, progressive query processing, and main-memory database systems that leverage modern hardware capabilities. His research bridges theoretical database concepts with practical implementations, as evidenced by his involvement in the MonetDB open-source database system. His work shows a clear evolution from foundational database research toward addressing modern challenges in big data management, scientific data processing, and interactive analytics. Recent publications demonstrate his continued leadership in database indexing techniques, GPU-accelerated database operations, and geospatial data management. Professor Manegold has received significant recognition for his contributions to the database community, including the prestigious 2020 ACM SIGMOD Contributions Award, the VLDB'2011 Challenges & Visions Track Best Paper Award, and the VLDB'2009 10-year Best Paper Award. His work has had substantial impact on both academic research and practical database system design. He has been actively involved in the academic community through conference organization, particularly with SIGMOD and VLDB events, and has contributed to numerous workshops including the Data Management on New Hardware (DaMoN) series. His leadership extends to collaborative research projects such as SciLens, PROMIMOOC, and DAMIOSO, which address data management challenges in scientific domains. Professor Manegold leads the Database Architectures Research Group at CWI, which has been at the forefront of database system research for decades. The group's work on MonetDB has influenced modern column-store database systems and continues to push boundaries in areas like progressive query processing and hardware-aware database design.

Alan Druschitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metal Casting Processes
• Alloy Development
• Ballistic Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alan Druschitz is a Professor of Practice and Eminent Scholar in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Virginia Tech. He serves as Director of the Kroehling Advanced Materials Foundry and the Virginia Tech Foundry Institute for Research and Education (VT FIRE). His research focuses on advanced casting processes, alloy development, and materials testing, with emphasis on ballistic materials, corrosion resistance, and non-destructive evaluation. Dr. Druschitz holds a B.S. and Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology. He has been recognized with the 2018 College of Engineering Dean's Award for Excellence in Service. His work spans cutting-edge areas such as additive manufacturing for casting molds, advanced heat treatments for ferrous alloys, and the development of lightweight metal cellular structures. He has pioneered novel sacrificial anode technologies and explored the mechanical properties of intercritically austempered ductile irons through neutron diffraction studies. Dr. Druschitz's research also addresses industrial challenges like mitigating porosity in castings, optimizing lost foam casting processes, and improving the performance of automotive components through material innovation. His contributions bridge academic research with practical applications in manufacturing and materials engineering.

German Reyes-Villanuevaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Automotive Engineering
• Materials Science
• Fiber-reinforced Composites
• +۱ مورد دیگر

German Reyes-Villanueva is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's College of Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on automotive engineering, materials science, and composite materials, with emphasis on mechanical behavior under dynamic loading conditions. Research interests include: Automotive lightweight materials Fracture mechanics in composites Strain rate effects on material performance Hybrid material systems His publications demonstrate consistent focus on experimental characterization of composite materials, with recent work exploring educational aspects of manufacturing engineering. Grant funding includes: NSF Scholarship Program in Manufacturing Engineering Leadership Development (2015-2022) Roush Industries projects on mechanical behavior of lightweight materials (2012-2015)