Mohammad Malikan is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanics of Materials and Structures within the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology. His research focuses on advanced composite materials and structural mechanics with applications in smart materials and micro/nano-scale structures. His primary research interests include: Nanocomposites and functionally graded materials Composite structures and laminated composites Mathematical modeling of mechanical systems Mechanics of materials with emphasis on elasticity and nonlinear behavior Smart materials including piezoelectric, flexoelectric, piezomagnetic and flexomagnetic properties Dr. Malikan's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on three-dimensional modeling of smart composite structures, particularly examining electro-magneto-elastic coupling effects. His work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation, often employing advanced numerical techniques like finite element analysis. A significant portion of his research investigates novel applications of graphene-reinforced composites and their piezoelectric properties. His research has been supported by projects including "Nonlocal Models of Plates and Shells with Applications in Micro- and Nanomechanics" and a "Research internship at the University of Massachusetts Lowell to work on experimental tasks regarding functionally graded nano-composites" funded by MINIATURA.
Thierry Auger is a Research Fellow at the PIMM laboratory (Arts et Métiers Sciences et Technologies) since October 2017, where he leads research in the CoMet team focusing on Behavior and Microstructure of Metals. His extensive academic career spans over two decades with previous positions at the Laboratory of Mechanics of Structures, Soils and Materials (Ecole CentraleSupélec/MSSMAT, 2008-2017) and the Laboratory Centre for the Study of Metallurgical Chemistry (CNRS/CECM, 2001-2008). Dr. Auger's research centers on liquid metal embrittlement phenomena, metallurgy, and fracture mechanics. His work investigates how liquid metals interact with structural materials causing embrittlement, with particular focus on nuclear materials exposed to liquid sodium, lead, and lead-bismuth eutectic. His expertise spans from fundamental understanding of embrittlement mechanisms to practical applications in nuclear engineering systems. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on high-entropy alloys exposed to liquid metals, advanced characterization of embrittlement mechanisms, and multi-scale modeling approaches. These works appear in leading journals including Corrosion Science, Scripta Materialia, and Journal of Nuclear Materials, reflecting his significant contributions to understanding material degradation in extreme environments. Dr. Auger actively contributes to nuclear materials research through multiple collaborative projects including ANR Gauguin and Meso3D, and maintains strong connections with national and international research institutions working on advanced nuclear systems and liquid metal technologies. His teaching portfolio includes Structural Integrity and Continuum Mechanics courses at ENSAM for Energy Engineering students, bridging his research expertise with educational responsibilities in materials science and mechanical engineering.
Dr. Georgina Marsh serves as Associate Professor in Pharmaceutics and Clinical Pharmacy and Head of Pharmacy at the University of Suffolk's School of Health, Sciences and Society, having joined in March 2025 after her role as Senior Lecturer at Swansea University (2023-2025). Her academic qualifications include: Master of Pharmacy with Honours (MPharm Hons), First Class, University of Nottingham, 2012 PhD in Formulation Sciences and Targeted Therapeutics, University of Nottingham Her research pioneers patient-centered dosage form development through: Pharmaceutical additive manufacturing (3D printing) for precision drug delivery Biomimetic surface engineering to create antibacterial interfaces Paediatric formulation optimization for vulnerable populations Advanced respiratory drug delivery systems Material characterization for pharmaceutical applications Innovative pharmacy education methodologies Publication analysis (2016-2024) reveals consistent focus on micro/nanoscale 3D printed structures for antibacterial surfaces and drug delivery enhancement, demonstrating interdisciplinary integration of materials science, clinical pharmacy, and manufacturing technology. Her professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy With over five years of academic teaching experience, she has designed MPharm curricula and instructed large student cohorts. Her research receives funding through competitive grants including the 2023 FRGS project on 3D printed wound dressings for controlled release of growth factors and antibiotics. She maintains active international research networks across the UK, Malaysia, Japan, and Singapore, leveraging prior professional experience in Malaysia, India, and Sweden.
Professor Niels Fold is a distinguished academic at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science. He has served as a Professor since 2015, following previous roles as Professor (MSO) from 2006-2015 and Associate Professor from 1997-2006. His extensive career includes significant research management experience, coordination of multi-country programs, and cross-disciplinary project leadership across numerous international collaborations. Dr. Fold earned his PhD in Economic Geography from the University of Copenhagen in 1993, following a Master of Science in Geography (1984), Bachelor of Arts in Economics (1982), and Bachelor of Science in Geography (1979), all from the same institution. His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on the intersection of geography, economics, and development studies. His research addresses the relationship between economic-geographic globalization processes and local responses, primarily examined through the analytical lens of global value chains (GVCs). He specializes in agro-industrial value chains connecting producers in the Global South with consumers in the Global North. His approach combines structural GVC analysis with livelihood studies to understand rural development and agrarian transformation. His work extends to mineral-based GVCs, focusing on small-scale mining in Africa and increasingly on large-scale mining and value chain segments in Europe. His regional expertise spans Africa (Ghana, Tanzania), Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Vietnam), and more recently Greenland. His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on GVCs, rural development, and socio-ecological systems across multiple continents. The research spans Africa (particularly Tanzania, South Africa, and Colombia), Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Malaysia), and Greenland, with increasing attention to sustainability issues, ecological infrastructure, and the intersection of tourism with natural resource exploitation. His work shows methodological sophistication in linking macro-level global processes with micro-level local impacts. Member of Editorial Board, Journal of Agrarian Change (2012-present) Member of Editorial Board, Danish Journal of Geography (2004-present) Director, Centre for Sustainable Artisanal Small-Scale Mining, Geocenter Denmark (2009-present) Coordinator, Danish University Consortium for capacity development at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania (2014-present) Task leader in European-African partnership for Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (2018-2022) Professor Fold has supervised approximately 40 Bachelor's theses and 70 Master's theses, in addition to numerous PhD students whose research spans multiple continents and addresses critical development issues. His research has been supported by major funding bodies including the European Commission, Council for Development Research, Geocenter Denmark, and the Carlsberg Foundation, with total funding exceeding millions of Danish kroner and Euros across numerous projects. His field work spans multiple continents with extensive experience in Africa (Ghana, Mali, Burkina Faso, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia), Asia (Vietnam, Malaysia, Nepal), and Latin America (Colombia). He currently leads research projects in South Africa (Socio-economic benefits of ecological infrastructure), Colombia (Aquaponics and livelihoods), Tanzania (Contract farming), and Greenland (the nexus between tourism and exploitation of natural resources), demonstrating his continued active engagement in cutting-edge research across diverse geographical contexts.
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