جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Greg Folienteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Sustainability
• Urban Systems Science
• Built Environment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof Greg Foliente is an Enterprise Professor at the University of Melbourne's Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. He also serves as President/Board Chair of the International Initiative for a Sustainable Built Environment (iiSBE), and holds a Distinguished Visiting Professorship at De La Salle University (Manila) under the Philippine Balik Scientist Program. Recognized globally, he has received the James Croes Medal (ASCE), SWST George Marra Award, and is ranked in Stanford's top 2% scientists. His research focuses on urban systems science, sustainability assessment, and resilience engineering, integrating engineering, risk science, and socio-technical transitions. He has authored over 200 papers, 4 books, and serves on editorial boards of Discover Cities and Buildings . Education: PhD, Virginia Tech (1993) MSc (Civil Engineering), Virginia Tech (1993) MSc (Wood Mechanics), Virginia Tech (1989) BSc (Civil Engineering), Mapua Institute of Technology (1984) Research Interests: His work emphasizes systems approaches to improve safety, sustainability, and resilience in built/urban environments. Key areas include infrastructure resilience, net-zero carbon buildings (via IEA EBC Annex 89), and integrating digital/geospatial technologies with environmental science. Recent publications focus on urban social dynamics, sustainable logistics, and energy master planning. Awards & Recognition: James Croes Medal (ASCE) SWST George Marra Award Top 1% Civil Engineering Researcher (Stanford) Philippine Balik Scientist Awardee Advising & Leadership: Coordinates the Sustainable Built Environment (SBE) conference series, co-chairs WSBE2024, and advises UN agencies/World Bank. His work bridges academic research with real-world applications through ventures like Shadow Ventures and MIT Sloan training. Labs & Networks: Leads initiatives in the International Energy Agency's net-zero buildings program. Active in interdisciplinary teams combining STEM with public health/environmental science through platforms like the iiSBE and Digital Twin frameworks for urban projects.

Lydia Pattonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophy of Science
• History of Philosophy of Science
• Philosophy of Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lydia Patton is a Professor of Philosophy at the Virginia Tech and an affiliate in the Department of Science, Technology, and Society . Her work bridges the philosophy of science and the history of the philosophy of science , with a focus on the evolution of experimental and formal methods , hypotheses , and scientific communities . She investigates the interplay between differential equations and their application in physical theories , particularly in fluid dynamics and gravitational wave astronomy . Patton is a founding member of the VT Gravity Lab and serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the journal HOPOS . She is also the Series Editor of the Palgrave-Springer series New Directions in the Philosophy of Science . Her editorial contributions include Philosophy, Science, and History (Routledge, 2014) and the co-edited collection Laws of Nature (Oxford University Press, 2018). Key Research Themes : Epistemological questions in gravitational wave astronomy and fluid dynamics. Heuristic structural reasoning in solving complex equations like Navier-Stokes. Historical analysis of methodological transformations in physics and mathematics. Intersections of theory testing and empirical validation in general relativity and astrophysics. Recent publications in Studies in History and Philosophy of Modern Physics (2020), Journal for General Philosophy of Science (2019), and Synthese (2015) highlight her expertise in scientific realism , methodological analysis , and historical epistemology . Her upcoming role as the Findlay Visiting Professor at Boston University (2022) underscores her national and international influence. Awards and Leadership : Editor-in-Chief, HOPOS (2020–). Series Editor, New Directions in the Philosophy of Science (Springer). Co-editor, Laws of Nature (Oxford University Press, 2018). Her lab, the VT Gravity Lab , fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between philosophy, physics, and engineering, particularly in the context of LIGO and gravitational wave detection. This work explores the philosophical implications of scientific modeling and measurement in astrophysics .

Benjamin W. Schaferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thin-walled structures
• Structural stability
• Structural optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benjamin W. Schafer is the Willard and Lillian Hackerman Professor of Civil and Systems Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, where he also serves as Director of the Ralph O'Connor Sustainable Energy Institute (ROSEI). He holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. His leadership roles include past chair of the Department of Civil Engineering, associate director of the Academic Center for Reliability and Resilience in Offshore Wind, and director of the Cold-Formed Steel Research Consortium. Education: BSE in Civil Engineering (University of Iowa, 1993), MS and PhD in Structural Engineering (Cornell University, 1994 and 1997). Research focuses on structural stability, optimization, and resilience in steel structures, particularly cold-formed steel. His work includes developing the Direct Strength Method, seismic testing of cold-formed steel buildings, and advancing standards for steel wind turbine towers. Recent publications emphasize buckling analysis, seismic performance, composite structures, and computational modeling. He actively contributes to standards committees for ASCE, AISC, and AISI, ensuring research translates into practical building codes. Scientific Awards: Norman Medal, Shortridge Hardesty Award, Huber Research Prize, Collingwood Prize, Robert B. Pond Sr. Excellence in Teaching, Dunn Family awards. He consults for Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger Inc. and leads the development of the open-source CUFSM software for elastic buckling analysis, with extensive GitHub activity and community engagement.

• Special Education
• Mathematics Education
• Educational Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anette Bagger is a Professor in Educational Work at the School of Culture and Society, Dalarna University, where she conducts research at the intersection of special education, mathematics education, and assessment practices. Her work critically examines national testing systems, inclusion policies, and accessibility in mathematics education, with a focus on socio-political, ethical, and relational dimensions. Her educational background includes a PhD from Umeå University in Educational Work with a specialization in mathematics, where her thesis investigated national mathematics assessments for third-graders and students requiring learning support. Prior to her current position, she served as an assistant professor at Örebro University for five years and was appointed Excellent Teacher before achieving Associate Professor status. Bagger's research centers on special needs education in primary schools, particularly in early mathematics education. She explores how mandatory assessments shape student identities, the ethical dilemmas in assessment practices, and how multilingualism affects testing environments. Her work emphasizes accessibility in mathematics materials and the implementation of inclusive policies, often through critical socio-political lenses that challenge conventional assessment frameworks. Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on inclusion and equity in mathematics education, with increasing attention to intellectual disabilities, care ethics in assessment, and digital learning materials. The research consistently bridges theoretical policy analysis with practical classroom implications, highlighting tensions between standardization and individualized support. Scientific Awards: Excellent Teacher award Bagger leads multiple national and international projects, including the Mathematics is MInE project (2024) exploring inclusion and equity in mathematics classrooms, and NaMId (2024) studying national mathematics assessments for students with intellectual disabilities. She established and leads a special education research environment at Dalarna University and serves as the Swedish representative in the Nordic Research Network on Special Needs Education in Mathematics (NORSMA). Her Erasmus+ projects include Digital Living Learning Materials (DigiLLM) and Access Maths in STEM (AMiS), focusing on inclusive educational materials and multilingual STEM contexts. She actively contributes to international research groups like the New Assessment Frontiers Project (NAFP), emphasizing relational approaches to assessment. Her committee work includes serving on the Board for Academic Appointments, and she maintains strong industry connections through LinkedIn, ResearchGate, and Twitter profiles.

Luke Healesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
• Upper limb injury and rehabilitation
• Persistent tendon pain
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luke Heales is a Senior Lecturer in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Postgraduate Research Coordinator at Central Queensland University’s School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences. He holds a PhD from The University of Queensland (Dean’s Award), a Bachelor of Health Science (Valedictorian) from Auckland University of Technology, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Tertiary Education from CQUniversity. Specialises in upper limb injury rehabilitation and persistent tendon pain Active researcher in occupational rehabilitation and beach accessibility for people with disability Recipient of multiple teaching awards including the Australian Awards for University Teaching (2021) Secured over $500,000 in competitive research and teaching grants His recent publications focus on tendinopathy management, biomechanical responses to taping/orthoses, and accessibility studies for inclusive beach environments. He supervises 4 research higher degree students and teaches musculoskeletal physiotherapy at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Scientific awards and grants include: Deans Award for Outstanding Research Higher Degree (2015) 3 Minute Thesis Competition awards (2015) Summer Research Scholarships (2010-2011) Best Research Project award (2011)

• Activity analysis
• Enaction
• Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nadège Rochat is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Sports and Physical Education (UFR STAPS) at University Clermont Auvergne (UCA), France. She is affiliated with the Activity, Knowledge, Transmission, Education (ACTé) research group and the Center for the Study of Transformations in Physical and Sports Activities (CETAPS). Her research focuses on activity analysis, enaction theory, and learning processes in sports contexts. Dr. Rochat earned her Doctorate in STAPS (Sciences and Techniques of Physical and Sports Activities) in 2017 from University of Lausanne and University of Rouen Normandy, under the supervision of D. Hauw and L. Seifert. Her dissertation was titled "Enactive analysis of activity in trail and ultra-trail: a multi-sourcing approach." Prior to her current position, she completed several post-doctoral fellowships including: 2021-2022: Post-doctorate, ANR-RIN OptiCog project, CETAPS and CRFDP Laboratories, University of Rouen Normandy; 2020-2021: Post-doctorate, ANR-DFG SALAMMBO project, GIPSA-Lab, Grenoble INP, CNRS, University of Grenoble Alpes; 2017-2019: Post-doctorate, ANR DynACEV project, CETAPS Laboratory, University of Rouen Normandy. Dr. Rochat's research interests center on the enactive and phenomenological approaches to understanding sports activity, particularly in trail running, climbing, and officiating contexts. Her work integrates mixed methods to analyze both behavioral data and lived experience. She investigates how athletes, referees, and coaches make sense of their activities through embodied cognition and environmental interactions. Her research has important implications for sports training, equipment design, and professional development in sports contexts. Her work often focuses on the relationship between physical activity and cognitive processes, examining how movement and environment shape perception and decision-making. She has made significant contributions to understanding emotional dynamics in sports coaching, the appropriation of sports equipment, and the development of skills frameworks for sports officials. Analysis of Dr. Rochat's publications reveals a consistent focus on enactive approaches to sports activity across diverse contexts including trail running, climbing, refereeing, and coaching. Her work demonstrates an evolving trajectory from analyzing individual athlete experiences toward examining professional transitions and skill development in sports officiating. A significant portion of her research examines the interplay between phenomenological experience and behavioral data, using innovative methodological approaches to bridge these typically separate domains of inquiry. Her recent work shows increasing emphasis on practical applications of enactive theory for sports training, equipment design, and professional development. Dr. Rochat has been involved in several significant research projects including: Learning Dynamics: Behavior and Lived Experience. What Place for Exploration Strategies?; Supporting Referees' Professional Transitions: using a skills framework to co-construct tools and methods; Optimizing the understanding of cognitive control abilities through Stroop interference: behavioral, electrophysiological and fMRI study of its different components. Dr. Rochat is an active researcher with numerous publications in high-impact journals including Frontiers in Psychology, Cognitive Processing, and PLoS ONE. Her work demonstrates strong collaborative networks with researchers across France and internationally.

• Environmental Engineering
• Metrology
• Life Cycle Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Igor Budak is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, where he leads the Chair of Metrology, Quality, Equipment, Tools, and Ecological-Engineering Aspects. He has held progressive academic positions since 2004, advancing from Assistant to Full Professor by 2020, and served as Head of Chair from 2009–2012 and 2012 onward. His educational background includes a Bachelor's (1998), Magister (2004), and PhD (2009) in Mechanical Engineering from the Faculty of Technical Sciences and Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Novi Sad. Professor Budak's research integrates environmental engineering, precision manufacturing, and sustainable design. Key focus areas include: Life cycle assessment methodologies for industrial and energy systems Advanced 3D digitization techniques for medical and manufacturing applications Optimization of fixtures, tooling, and clamping systems in mechanical engineering Multi-criteria decision frameworks for environmental impact reduction His work frequently intersects metrology with sustainability challenges. His publications demonstrate strong emphasis on environmental impact modeling (35% of articles), manufacturing precision (30%), and biomedical applications (20%), with consistent output in high-impact journals. Research collaborations frequently address industrial case studies, from cement mill failures to dental prosthetic digitization. Professor Budak has authored several academic books including Koordinatne merne mašine i CAD inspekcija (2009) and Ekodizajn i održivi razvoj u mašinskom inženjerstvu (2009), establishing expertise in eco-design and measurement systems. His laboratory work involves industrial collaborations on topics like burnishing tools, particle analysis, and alloy biocompatibility.

• Organizational Change
• Technological Change
• Knowledge Management
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Roberta Cuel serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Management at the University of Trento since 2014. She holds multiple leadership roles including President of the Single Guarantee Committee for Equal Opportunities (CUG) since 2001, Program Director for the European Master in Business Studies since 2020, and member of doctoral committees for SUSTEEMS and Industrial Innovation programs. Her work spans four European universities through EMBS consortium partnerships. Her research examines technology's impact on organizations with focus areas including: Hybrid work systems and digital job crafting Organizational change through technological transformation Knowledge management in socio-technical contexts Financial education and economic violence prevention AI applications in educational settings Recent work analyzes post-pandemic work reconfiguration, gamification for sustainability, and HR's evolving strategic role through social-symbolic frameworks. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward socio-technical integration in digital transformation, with increasing emphasis on: Human-AI collaboration models (40% of recent work) Hybrid work sustainability frameworks (30%) Gamification for behavioral change (20%) Methodological innovation in literature reviews (10%) Her interdisciplinary approach bridges organizational theory, information systems, and behavioral economics with strong European policy relevance. Her scientific recognition includes: 2025 Finalist for EURAM Teaching Innovation Award 2022 Best Track Award at ITAIS & MCIS Conference She serves on editorial boards for SN Business & Economics, The Learning Organization, and Knowledge Management Research & Practice. Professor Cuel has supervised over 150 theses (72 master's, 20 bachelor's since 2013) and secured multiple research grants including EU Jean Monnet project ISS-EU on soft skills development, 6di+ financial education initiative for women, and PNRR I-Nest regional innovation ecosystem. Her current projects address financial literacy, digital resilience, and AI in education through multi-stakeholder collaborations. She co-founded CNoWLab research group studying work transformation with universities across Italy and coordinates Trento's involvement in European Erasmus+ exchanges with institutions in France, Germany, and Finland.

Philipp Sembdnerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Medical Device Design
• Reverse Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr.-Ing. Philipp Sembdner is a Research Associate at the Chair of Virtual Product Development within Technische Universität Dresden . He completed his mechanical engineering studies at TU Dresden (2003–2009), specializing in "general and constructive mechanical engineering," followed by a doctorate in 2017 on computer-aided planning for bone implants . His research focuses on developing methods for patient-specific medical devices , emphasizing interdisciplinary workflows between physicians, engineers, and technicians. His recent work explores additive manufacturing of calcium phosphate cement scaffolds , 3D printing of bone implants , and CT data integration into CAD systems. Articles highlight workflow optimization and process validation for medical applications. He contributes to software tools bridging clinical data and engineering design, aiming to accelerate implant development and improve clinical acceptance.

• Applied Physics
• Physics applied to Cultural Heritage
• Environmental Physics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Lucio Calcagnile is a Full Professor of Applied Physics (SSD FIS/07 - Physics applied to Cultural Heritage, the Environment, Biology and Medicine) at the University of Salento, Department of Mathematics and Physics "Ennio De Giorgi" since 2005. He serves as Deputy Director of the Department and is a member of the scientific committee of ISUFI-Istituto Superiore Universitario di Formazione Interdisciplinare. His work is centered at CEDAD (Center for Applied Physics, Data and Diagnostics), which he founded and directs. Dr. Calcagnile received his PhD in Physics from the University of Bari in 1991. He began his academic career at the University of Lecce as a researcher in 1992 and was promoted to Associate Professor in 1999 before becoming a Full Professor in 2005. His educational background established the foundation for his interdisciplinary research approach spanning physics, archaeology, and environmental science. Professor Calcagnile's research is predominantly experimental and interdisciplinary, focusing on ion-matter interactions, development of new materials using ion beams, non-destructive nuclear techniques for dating and analysis of materials, isotope mass spectrometry, and accelerator mass spectrometry. His work has significant applications in archaeology, geology, environmental sciences, and forensic sciences. He has established CEDAD as the first Italian center for radiocarbon dating research and services, creating a hub for interdisciplinary scientific investigation. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on applied physics in cultural heritage preservation, environmental monitoring, and advanced materials. Calcagnile's work frequently involves accelerator mass spectrometry for radiocarbon dating across diverse applications from archaeological artifacts to environmental samples. He also conducts significant research on semiconductor materials and their applications in radiation detection, showing the breadth of his scientific contributions. Professor Calcagnile has held leadership roles in numerous international conferences, including serving as co-chairman of the 11th International Conference on Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (Rome, 2008) and upcoming co-chairmanship of the 4th International Radiocarbon in the Environment Conference (Lecce, September 2024). He is a member of the Advisory Committee for multiple international conferences including Radiocarbon International Conference and Accelerator Mass Spectrometry International Conference. As a research leader, Calcagnile has been responsible for significant projects including PON SIDArt, Blu-Archeosys, ITA@CHA, DICET formazione, DEDALO, BIO OPEN LAB, and PRP@CERIC. He has participated in PRIN, INFN, and International Atomic Energy Agency projects. For the IAEA, he developed two training courses on radiocarbon and accelerator mass spectrometry available on the NUCLEUS portal. He has also served as a referee for ESF, ERC, PRIN projects and the European IPERION-HS platform. Calcagnile coordinates the Applied Physics Group at the University of Salento and is co-responsible for the BIO OPEN LAB Laboratory for the strengthening of the CERIC-ERIC European Research Infrastructure. He is also responsible for the University of Salento's participation in the European research infrastructure project ACTRIS: Aerosols, Clouds and Trace Gases. His laboratory network supports international research collaborations and provides essential services for cultural heritage dating and environmental analysis.

Lavinia Rognoneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Green/climate finance
• Asset pricing
• FinTech
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lavinia Rognone is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Sustainable Finance at the University of Edinburgh Business School (UEBS), where she is part of the Centre for Business, Climate Change, and Sustainability (B-CCaS). She also serves as a visiting Research Fellow at the Qatar Centre for Global Banking & Finance (QCGBF) at King's College London and as an Associate Editor of the Research in International Business and Finance (RIBAF) journal. Her educational background includes a PhD in Finance from Alliance Manchester Business School (2021), an M.Sc. in Finance from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden (2017), an M.Sc. in Finance & Banking from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy (2017), and a B.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Rome III, Italy (2015). Lavinia's research focuses on green/climate finance, asset pricing, FinTech, and text-analysis applications to finance. Her work explores the intersection of climate risks and financial markets, with particular attention to how climate-related information affects investment decisions and market dynamics. She has designed and constructed two daily text-based climate risk indicators - the Physical Risk Index (PRI) and Transition Risk Index (TRI) - which have applications in risk and portfolio management. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating climate risk metrics into traditional financial analysis, with increasing sophistication in text-based approaches to measuring climate risks. The research shows growing attention to ESG integration in investment decisions and the development of practical tools for measuring climate-related financial risks. Best Doctoral Paper, 1st runner-up, from AMBS, University of Manchester Best Ph.D. Paper Award at the Cryptocurrency Research Conference 2019 Teaching Assistant Award 2019 Teaching Excellence for the BMAN31792 Financial Market Microstructure module Lavinia has been actively involved in research activities including presenting at conferences such as the Annual Conference 2023 and the 1st Conference on Sustainable Banking & Finance. She has also served as an academic advisor and delivered invited talks, including a Research Seminar at the National Bank of Slovakia. Her work at the European Central Bank as an Economist and Climate Change Expert has directly informed her academic research on practical applications of climate finance indicators. She continues to bridge academic research with practical financial applications through her ongoing collaborations, editorial work, and research on text-based climate risk indicators that serve researchers, practitioners, and policymakers alike.

Oguzhan Copurogluمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Concrete Durability
• Forensic Building Materials Engineering
• Concrete Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Oguzhan Copuroglu serves as a Lecturer in the Section of Materials and Environment within the Department of Materials, Mechanics, Management & Design (3Md) at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. His expertise spans concrete technology, durability mechanisms, and forensic building materials engineering. Since 2009, he has organized the international Concrete Microscopy Course (CMC) and chaired the 15th Euroseminar on Microscopy Applied to Building Materials (EMABM) in 2015, demonstrating leadership in material characterization education. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Delft University of Technology (2006) His research focuses on concrete degradation processes including alkali-silica reaction, sulfate attack, chloride ingress, and carbonation. He pioneers forensic methodologies using advanced microscopy for damage diagnosis while exploring sustainable innovations like 3D concrete printing, self-healing materials, and recycled glass applications. This dual emphasis on failure analysis and eco-friendly material development addresses critical infrastructure longevity challenges. Publication trends reveal a progression from fundamental durability studies (2006-2012) on frost scaling and carbonation toward contemporary sustainable solutions (2015-2018) including industrial waste recycling and low-CO 2 concrete alternatives. His work consistently integrates experimental microanalysis with computational modeling across material science and civil engineering disciplines. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in source materials Dr. Copuroglu has shaped civil engineering education through continuous involvement in BSc/MSc programs since 2010, serving as responsible lecturer for core courses like Construction Materials and Sustainability (CTB1320) and Forensic Building Materials Engineering (CIE5102). His leadership in the Concrete Microscopy Course demonstrates commitment to professional development, though specific grant funding details remain unreported in available sources. Affiliated with TU Delft's Microlab facility, he contributes to material health monitoring research while maintaining active roles in the RILEM Applied Petrography Group and as editorial board member for the Journal of Case Studies in Construction Materials, fostering international collaboration in building materials science.

• Snow Science
• Avalanche Research
• Glaciology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ingrid Reiweger is an Associate Professor at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), where she conducts research at the Institute of Mountain Risk Engineering within the Department of Civil Engineering and Natural Hazards. Her work focuses on snow physics, avalanche dynamics, and mountain risk management, bridging fundamental research with practical safety applications. Dr. Reiweger's research spans snow mechanics, glaciology, and cryospheric sciences, emphasizing both theoretical modeling and field applications. Her work combines physics-based approaches with innovative measurement techniques to understand snowpack stability, avalanche formation mechanisms, and risk assessment methodologies. Recent projects highlight her expertise in developing sensor technologies for snow monitoring and analyzing the impacts of changing snow conditions on avalanche hazards. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on practical applications of snow science, particularly in developing monitoring systems using drones and sensor arrays, optimizing avalanche simulation parameters, and addressing specific challenges like glide-snow avalanches in construction sites. Her research demonstrates a clear trajectory from fundamental snow physics toward increasingly applied studies that directly inform mountain safety practices. International Snow Science Workshop (ISSW) Avalanche Divas Award (2018) Marie Heim-Vögtlin Grant of the Swiss National Science Foundation (2014) Multiple ISSW Avalanche Divas travel grants (2016, 2010) Young Scientists Award at Swiss Geoscience Meeting (2009) Dr. Reiweger actively supervises graduate students and leads multiple research projects funded by national companies and federal ministries. Her work often involves transdisciplinary collaboration with practitioners in avalanche control, mountain rescue services, and winter tourism. She maintains a strong international research network, evidenced by her ongoing summer research visits to the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF in Davos.

Henning Rossaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Language Teaching
• Foreign Language Education
• Intercultural Competence
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Henning Rossa is a researcher and educator specializing in foreign language teaching and assessment. His work bridges teacher professional development with effective L2 pedagogy, particularly in task-based learning, intercultural competence, and inclusive education. He has taught English language teaching methods across primary, secondary, and vocational contexts, and contributed to international teacher education programs via Erasmus+ and the University of Canberra. Research Focus: Test validity, listening comprehension, CLIL, and standards-based curricula. Projects: BELT longitudinal study on teacher beliefs, DESI’s English proficiency assessment, and graduate research methodology training. Publications: A book on L2 listening assessment (Peter Lang) and chapters in journals like Zeitschrift für Fremdsprachenforschung . Extracurricular Roles: Editorial board member of Journal für Fremdsprachenforschung and consultant for national language assessment initiatives.

Gianluca Cusatisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Engineering
• Materials Science
• Concrete Mechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gianluca Cusatis is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University, with a courtesy appointment in Mechanical Engineering. He leads research in multiscale mechanics of infrastructure materials, focusing on constitutive modeling of concrete, cementitious composites, and wood. His work bridges computational modeling, experimental validation, and material innovation. He holds a Ph.D. and Laurea from Politecnico di Milano, Italy. Research interests include quasi-brittle material behavior, 3D concrete printing, infrastructure durability (e.g., alkali-silica reaction), and wood mechanics. He directs the Multiscale Mechanics of Infrastructure Materials (M2IM) group, collaborating with institutions like the University of Maine. Key achievements include pioneering the Lattice Discrete Particle Model (LDPM) and advancing understanding of cement hydration expansion via the Shard Test. Awarded ASCE/EMI Fellow, Cusatis serves on professional boards (ASCE Engineering Mechanics Institute, ACI Committees). His lab integrates advanced facilities for structural testing, 3D printing, and environmental control. Major projects include sustainable timber structure design, Martian concrete for extraterrestrial habitats, and mesoscale modeling of composite materials.