جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cell Mechanobiology
• Biophysics
• Extracellular Matrix
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ion Andreu is an Ikerbasque Research Fellow and group leader of the Cell and Tissue Mechanobiology group at the Biofisika Institute, a joint research center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the University of the Basque Country (EHU). His work bridges biophysics and cell biology, focusing on how mechanical forces regulate cellular functions in health and disease. PhD: Tecnun, Spain (Supervisor: M.R. Elizalde) Postdoctoral Training: Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), Spain (Mentor: Pere Roca-Cusachs) His research centers on cell mechanobiology , particularly how cells sense and respond to mechanical cues from the extracellular matrix, regulating processes such as malignancy, invasion, and development. He investigates how forces influence nucleocytoplasmic transport, chromatin organization, and gene expression, integrating biophysical tools with molecular and cell biology approaches. The analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on mechanotransduction , with recurring themes in nuclear mechanics, extracellular matrix dynamics, and cancer progression. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Cell , Nature Cell Biology , and Nature Materials , highlighting his contributions to understanding how physical forces govern cellular behavior. Scientific Awards: Ikerbasque Research Fellowship Ion Andreu leads an independent research group, securing competitive funding to support his work. While no formal students are listed, he mentors researchers within his group and collaborates across disciplines. His lab focuses on developing and applying quantitative methods to measure and manipulate mechanical forces at the cellular and tissue levels. The Cell and Tissue Mechanobiology group operates within the Biofisika Institute, a leading center for biophysical research in Spain. The team uses advanced imaging, microengineering, and biophysical assays to study how mechanical signals are transduced across cellular compartments and influence tissue-level behaviors.

• Multiphase Flow in Porous Media
• CO2 Storage in Subsurface Formations
• Reservoir Characterization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Avinoam Rabinovich is a Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering within the Iby and Aladar Fleischman Faculty of Engineering at Tel Aviv University. His research focuses on subsurface flow dynamics, particularly in oil and gas reservoirs, groundwater systems, and CO2 storage in saline aquifers. Key areas of interest include effective properties of heterogeneous media, upscaling methods for numerical simulations, core characterization, capillary heterogeneity effects, and oscillatory flow analysis. Education: B.Sc. (2007) and M.Sc. (2009) in Geophysics from Tel Aviv University, Ph.D. (2014) in Mechanical Engineering from Tel Aviv University. The research group led by Prof. Rabinovich employs theoretical approaches, numerical simulations, and experimental data analysis to develop engineering tools and understand fundamental flow mechanics. Their work has direct applications in carbon sequestration, aquifer recharge modeling, and petroleum production planning. Selected research trends include: Development of analytical solutions for heat and mass transfer in heterogeneous media Upscaling techniques for CO2 storage simulations Frequency-dependent hydraulic properties from oscillatory pumping tests The group's publications (2011–2018) span journals in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, geophysics, and petroleum engineering, with recent work focusing on capillary heterogeneity and low-flow-rate corrections.

Cécile Zakriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Self-organization
• Colloidal suspensions
• Nanotubes
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Cécile Zakri is a Professor at the University of Bordeaux and a researcher at the Paul Pascal Research Center (CRPP), a joint unit of CNRS and the University of Bordeaux. She has been heading the laboratory since 2016 and has maintained a continuous academic career at the University of Bordeaux since 1999, progressing from Assistant Professor (1999-2008) to her current Professor position. Her educational background includes a PhD from the Laboratoire de Spectrométrie Physique in Grenoble (1994-1997), a postdoctoral fellowship at EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland (1997-1999), and an Accreditation to Conduct Research (HDR) from the University of Bordeaux in 2006. Dr. Zakri's research focuses on self-organization , colloidal suspensions , nanotubes and graphene , and nanocomposites . Her work explores the fundamental properties and applications of these materials, particularly their mechanical, electrical, and structural characteristics. As a member of the NTG team at CRPP, she investigates how nanostructured materials can be engineered for advanced technological applications. Her publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research output, with publications in prestigious journals including Science, PNAS, and Nature Communications. Her work shows a strong trend toward graphene-based materials and nanocomposites with applications in energy storage, electromechanical systems, and smart materials. The interdisciplinary nature of her research is evident in her collaborations across physics, chemistry, and materials science. Dr. Zakri collaborates extensively with researchers such as Poulin, Neri, Yuan, and Colin, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of her work which bridges multiple scientific domains. Her leadership as laboratory head since 2016 indicates significant responsibility in research direction and likely mentoring of junior researchers.

• Science Education
• Technology Education
• Didactics of Technology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Heike Blümer is a Faculty Member at the University of Kassel in the Department 10 - Technology and its Didactics. Her work focuses on integrating technology into general education, particularly for primary school settings. University: University of Kassel Department: Technology and its Didactics Her research interests include: Science and technology education for children Curriculum development in elementary technical education Interdisciplinary approaches combining natural sciences with technical aspects Hands-on learning workshops (wood, metal, and ceramics) Energy concepts and sustainability in basic education Historical technology in modern classrooms Key publication trends show her focus on: Teaching methods for technical education in primary schools Application of new media in science literacy Everyday object dissection (e.g., ballpoint pens, sewing machines) Hydropower and renewable energy education Repair culture and sustainability Textile and clothing technology as educational tools She coordinates study workshops including: The wood workshop The metal workshop The ceramics workshop Learning workshop and reading room Current teaching activities cover: Children Discover Technology courses Introduction to Technology Subject-specific working methods in natural sciences Technical Internships Energy forms and effects

Yuning Leiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Robotics
• Nanotechnology
• Control Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuning Lei is a Research Associate at the Department of Computing Science, Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, Germany. He specializes in nanorobotics, microassembly, and nanocharacterization techniques. Bachelor's in Environmental Measurements (University of Orleans, 2017) Master's in Robotics and Automation (University of Orleans, 2019) Ph.D. in Engineering Science (University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté, 2023) His research focuses on nanocharacterization of liquid metal , microassembly in SEM-FIB environments , and development of large workspace nanorobotic structures . Based in the Division Microrobotics and Control Engineering, he works in the AMiR research group at the University of Oldenburg.

• Microengineering
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chishu Homma is a faculty member at RWTH Aachen University , holding the Chair of Micro- and Nanosystems within the College of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and affiliated with the Institute of Materials for Electrical Engineering . His research bridges nanotechnology, materials science, and biosensing. Current focus: Graphene-based sensory systems Expertise: Peptide-nanostructure interactions Key applications: VOC detection, biomimetic sensors Recent work demonstrates enantioselective odorant detection in humid conditions and de novo peptide design for catalytic nanoarchitectures. His publications highlight the integration of biological molecules with 2D materials for advanced sensing capabilities.

Osamu Tabataمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• MEMS
• Nanotechnology
• Micro/Nano Systems Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Osamu Tabata is a Professor at the Department of Microengineering, Kyoto University, and a member of the School of Soft Matter Research at FRIAS, Freiburg. He holds a M.S. (1981) and Ph.D. (1993) from Nagoya Institute of Technology. His career includes roles at Toyota Central R&D Labs and Ritsumeikan University before joining Kyoto University in 2003. He has been a guest professor at the University of Freiburg (2000) and ETH Zurich (2001). His research focuses on micro/nano processes, MEMS, and SENS (Synthetic Engineering for Nano Systems), assembling functional components into nanosystems. He is an associate editor of the Journal of Micro Electro Mechanical Systems and holds editorial roles in other journals. Research Highlights: Dr. Tabata pioneered SENS, a method to integrate micro/nano components like chips, particles, and cells onto MEMS substrates. His work includes DNA functional block assembly using NEMS assemblers and DNA origami scaffolds. Current FRIAS projects involve programmable self-assembly using DNA-coded adhesive sequences. Awards include multiple R&D 100 Awards (1993, 1998) and the Science News Award (1987). He is a senior member of IEEE and affiliated with several engineering societies.