Microfabrication Methods Professors and Supervisors

Atilla Atliمشاهده پروفایل

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ECAM LyonFrance

Atilla Atli is a Lecturer-Researcher at ECAM Engineering School in Lyon, France, specializing in the Department of Materials Science and Structures. With a PhD, he has established himself as a prominent researcher in sustainable materials engineering with 35 publications and over 75,000 reads on ResearchGate. Dr. Atli's research interests focus on eco-design principles applied to materials science, particularly in developing biodegradable alternatives for electronic and energy applications. His work spans piezoelectric materials (especially Rochelle salt-based systems), polymer nanocomposites, and thermal management solutions for fuel cells. He has significant expertise in material characterization, mechanical properties testing, X-ray diffraction, and additive manufacturing techniques. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong trend toward sustainable engineering solutions, with emphasis on renewable resources like Rochelle salt, beeswax, and biopolymers. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in ultrasonic transducers, fuel cell technology, and eco-friendly piezoelectric devices, demonstrating a commitment to circular economy principles. Dr. Atli maintains an extensive collaborative network, frequently working with researchers including Etienne Lemaire, Dominique Certon, and Jean-Philippe Noyel. His research has garnered 270 citations, reflecting significant impact in the fields of sustainable materials and eco-design engineering. His laboratory work appears to focus on polymer metallization techniques, piezoelectric composite fabrication, and thermal management systems, often utilizing accessible manufacturing methods suitable for Fablab environments, making his research approachable and reproducible.

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Lucien Baldasمشاهده پروفایل

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IMT Mines AlbiFrance

Lucien Baldas is a Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the National Institute of Applied Sciences of Toulouse (INSA Toulouse), where he serves as Associate Dean since 2020 and previously held roles including Director for International Relations (2007-2013). He is a member of the Modeling of Mechanical Systems and Microsystems (MS2M) research group, focusing on microfluidics and gas dynamics. His research spans microfluidics , gas microflows , fluidic micro-actuators for active flow control , particle-laden flows in microchannels , and mini pneumatic systems . Key projects include coordination of the ANR/DFG Project PuCK (2023-2026), Work-Package leadership for European Projects PERSEUS and MACAO, and coordination of the MIGRATE Training Network. His work demonstrates strong integration of theoretical modeling with experimental validation across fluid dynamics applications. Analysis of his 125+ publications reveals consistent focus on microscale flow phenomena , thermal effects in gas flows , and fluidic actuator development . Recent work (2021-2025) emphasizes additive manufacturing for microsystems , high-frequency fluidic oscillators , and multi-physics integration in microfluidic devices, with significant contributions to rarefied gas dynamics and particle transport phenomena. Key Administrative Roles: Associate Dean of Mechanical Engineering Department (2020-present) Elected Board of Studies member (2022-present) Co-chair of ISTEGIM 2019 Symposium Work-Package leader for multiple EU projects Co-Leader of Microfluidics Working Group (since 1999) His teaching portfolio includes Solid Mechanics, Automatic Control, Fluid Mechanics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics at INSA Toulouse. He has supervised numerous PhD students through EU projects and coordinates international research collaborations across Europe and North America.

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Christine Barrotمشاهده پروفایل

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IMT Mines AlbiFrance

Christine Barrot is a Professor at the University Institute of Technology in Mechanical and Production Engineering of Toulouse (IUT GMP), part of the University of Toulouse, and a member of the Modeling of Mechanical Systems and Microsystems group (MS2M) at Espace Clément Ader. She serves as Director of the IUT of Toulouse Auch Castres, demonstrating significant leadership in academic administration. Her research focuses on microfluidics and experimental fluid dynamics, with particular expertise in molecular tagging velocimetry and thermometry techniques for studying liquid and gas flows in microchannels and microsystems. Dr. Barrot's work spans multiple applications including medical devices (micro-pumps for drug delivery), aerospace engineering, and environmental monitoring systems. Her recent publications (2019-2024) demonstrate a consistent research trajectory focused on molecular tagging techniques for measuring diffusion coefficients, temperature-dependent photoluminescence of vapors, thermally driven micropumps, and advanced optical thermometry methods for microscale gas flows. These works reveal her specialization in experimental characterization of mini- and micro-systems with applications across multiple engineering disciplines. Dr. Barrot has led and participated in numerous significant research projects including PUCK (2023-2027), PERSEUS (2020-2022), MACAO (2016-2020), MIGRATE (2015-2019), and GASMEMS (2008-2012), with funding from European programs including H2020 Clean Sky projects and Franco-German ANR-DFG collaborations. Her teaching portfolio includes Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), Numerical Control/Machining, Non-destructive testing, Aeronautical Sciences, and Active Pedagogies such as Problem/Project Based Learning. She has made substantial contributions to pedagogical approaches in engineering education, particularly in peer learning frameworks.

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Kasper Dyrberg Randمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Kasper Dyrberg Rand is a Professor and Group Leader of the Protein Analysis Group at the Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. He has held this professorship since 2021, following his appointment as Professor MSO in 2017, Group Leader in 2012, and Associate Professor in 2011. Education: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Protein Research Group, University of Southern Denmark (2007) MSc in Biochemistry, Department of Protein Chemistry, University of Copenhagen (2003) Professor Rand's research focuses on Bioanalytical Chemistry and Protein Analytical Chemistry, with particular expertise in analyzing protein primary structures using liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry (LC-MS), examining higher-order protein structures and molecular interactions through hydrogen/deuterium exchange mass spectrometry (HDX-MS), and developing microfluidic systems coupled to mass spectrometry. His work bridges analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences, with applications in biopharmaceutical development and characterization. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advancing HDX-MS methodology, protein characterization techniques, and applications in antibody research, vaccine development, and biopharmaceutical analysis. The research spans analytical chemistry, structural biology, immunology, and glycobiology, with particular emphasis on developing novel analytical tools and approaches for protein characterization. Scientific Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant Investigator (2021-2026) Sapere Aude Research Leader of the Danish Research Councils (2016-2020) Industrial Doctorate Programme recipient from EU (2016-2020) Steno Fellowship from the Danish Research Council (2011-2015) Marie Curie Career Integration Award (2011-2015) Professor Rand has secured substantial research funding from diverse sources including the European Research Council, Danish Research Councils, EU Horizon programs, pharmaceutical companies, and foundations. He has served as main supervisor for over 13 PhD students and 25 Master's students, and has mentored 4 Postdocs and 2 Assistant Professors, demonstrating strong commitment to academic training and development. He leads the Protein Analysis Group within the Section of Analytical Biosciences at the Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen, focusing on developing and applying advanced analytical techniques for protein characterization, particularly in the context of biopharmaceuticals and therapeutic proteins.

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Takayuki Hommaمشاهده پروفایل

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Waseda UniversityJapan

Professor Takayuki Homma is a distinguished faculty member at Waseda University's School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Department of Applied Chemistry. With a Doctor of Engineering from Waseda University (1992), he has established himself as a leading researcher in electrochemistry and nanofabrication technologies. His career spans over three decades of significant contributions to materials science and electrochemical engineering. Doctor of Engineering, Waseda University Graduate School of Science and Engineering (1992) Professor Homma's research focuses on the intersection of electrochemistry, nanotechnology, and materials science. His work centers on nanostructure formation processes, microfabrication techniques, MEMS development, and surface/interface phenomena. He has made significant contributions to magnetic recording technologies, electrodeposition processes, and energy storage materials. His laboratory specializes in developing advanced analytical techniques, particularly surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for in-situ interface analysis, and has pioneered several electrochemical fabrication methods for functional micro/nano structures. His extensive publication record (263 papers with 3,553 citations and an h-index of 33) demonstrates consistent high-impact research output. Recent work shows a strong focus on CoPt magnetic nanowires for 3D memory devices, plasmonic sensors using electroless deposition, and advanced battery materials including zinc-based systems and electrocatalysts for CO 2 reduction. His research bridges fundamental electrochemical processes with practical applications in data storage, energy conversion, and sensing technologies. ECS Fellow (May 2019) Fellow of the Electrochemical Society (March 2019) Electrochemical Society Academic Award (March 2015) Electrochemical Society Best Paper Award (March 2012) American Electrochemical Society Research Achievement Award (2010) Multiple awards from Surface Finishing Association and Electrochemical Society Professor Homma has mentored numerous students and researchers while securing significant research funding. His laboratory maintains strong collaborations with international research groups and industry partners, particularly in the development of advanced materials for electronic devices and energy applications. He has led multiple joint research projects on competitive funding topics including magnetic recording media, micro-thermoelectric devices, and high-purity silicon production. His research group operates specialized facilities for electrochemical fabrication, surface analysis, and nanomaterials characterization. The laboratory is particularly known for its innovative approaches to in-situ interface analysis using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy and its expertise in precise control of electrodeposition processes for functional nanostructures.

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Shota Nakamuraمشاهده پروفایل

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Nagoya Institute of Technology (NIT)Japan

Shota Nakamura is an Assistant Professor at Nagoya Institute of Technology's Graduate School of Engineering, specializing in condensed matter physics with a focus on chiral magnets and strongly correlated electron systems. He holds a PhD from the University of Tokyo (2018) and completed his undergraduate and master's studies at Hokkaido University. His research primarily investigates chiral magnetic materials, particularly rare-earth intermetallic compounds like DyNi 3 Al 9 , GdNi 3 Ga 9 , and YbNi 3 Al 9 , examining their magnetic structures, phase transitions, and electronic properties. His work combines experimental techniques including neutron scattering, X-ray diffraction, specific heat measurements, and magnetization studies to understand the complex magnetic ordering in these materials. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on chiral helical magnetic structures, quadrupolar ordering phenomena, and the relationship between crystal symmetry and magnetic properties in rare-earth compounds. His research demonstrates expertise in both fundamental magnetic phenomena and the synthesis of specialized magnetic materials. 2019 Highly Cited Article of JPSJ (2020) - Giant Hall Resistivity and Magnetoresistance in Cubic Chiral Antiferromagnet EuPtSi 2019 Highly Cited Article of JPSJ (2020) - Field-rotational Magnetocaloric Effect Actinides2017 Student Poster Award (2017) - Magnetization Study on the Ising Ferromagnet URhGe Multiple Editors' suggestions from Physical Review B (2017) Dr. Nakamura leads several competitive research projects including 'Microfabrication of Chiral Helical Magnets and Cross-Correlation Phenomena' (Tatematsu Foundation, 2024-2027) and 'Control of Helical Period in Chiral Magnets for Electrical-Magnetic Cross-Correlation' (Hibi Foundation, 2024-2025). He is an active member of The Physical Society of Japan and frequently presents his work at international conferences including the International Conference on Magnetism.

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Rahman Omidinia Anarkoliمشاهده پروفایل

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DWI – Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials, AachenGermany

Rahman Omidinia Anarkoli is a Postdoctoral Researcher at RWTH Aachen University, working within the De Laporte Research Group. His contact information shows affiliation with Room A-2.14 and phone number +49 241 80-23341, indicating his position within the university's research infrastructure. He actively contributes to multiple research projects including BioArchitecture, Anisogel, and µTISSUEfab. Dr. Omidinia specializes in developing advanced fabrication methodologies for tissue engineering applications. His research focuses on creating biomimetic 3D tissue constructs using 3D bioprinting, fiber spinning, and microfluidics techniques. He designs minimally invasive scaffolds that respond to external stimuli like magnetic fields to create anisotropic microenvironments mimicking native tissues such as muscle, tendon, and spinal cord. His work bridges the gap between in vitro tissue models and in vivo regenerative biomaterials, with particular emphasis on neural tissue engineering and organ-specific fibrosis models. Analysis of his publication record from 2017-2025 reveals a strong focus on neural regeneration, with multiple studies on axon guidance in 3D hydrogels and nerve extension using specialized biomaterials. His more recent work has expanded into kidney fibrosis modeling and advanced microgel production techniques. The research demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational work on nerve guidance (2017-2020) toward more complex organ models and scalable production methods (2021-2025). Dr. Omidinia collaborates extensively with Professor Laura De Laporte's research group, appearing as co-author on all his publications. His research is supported through various projects including the Leibniz SAW Female Professors Program BioMat and the Anisogel project focused on spinal cord repair. He also contributes to projects addressing tissue adhesion prevention (AparTextile) and cultured meat development (HydroSpin). The researcher is involved with multiple advanced laboratory initiatives including µTISSUEfab for high-throughput screening of human tissue models, AnisoPlate for preclinical tissue testing, and BioArchitecture for complex tissue-mimicking structures. These projects demonstrate his integration into a comprehensive tissue engineering research ecosystem at RWTH Aachen University.

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Stephen P. Johnstonمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Massachusetts LowellUnited States

Stephen P. Johnston is a Professor in the Department of Plastics Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell's Francis College of Engineering. He holds a B.S. in Plastics Engineering Technology from Pennsylvania State University, an M.S. in Plastics Engineering (2005), and a Ph.D. in Plastics Engineering (2007) from UMass Lowell. His industrial experience includes positions at Moldflow Corp., Bausch & Lomb, and Lord Corp. Dr. Johnston's research focuses on polymer processing and product design with specialization in: Injection molding process monitoring, control, and development Computer-aided engineering for part and mold design Process instrumentation and finite element analysis Industrial applications of polymer processing technologies His publication portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on injection molding optimization, sensor-based process control, and polymer characterization. Recent work explores capillary rheometry, microstructured surfaces, and thermally conductive polymers. Significant Awards: Teaching Excellence Awards (2014, 2011) Faculty Member of the Year (2013) Outstanding Paper Award from SPE (2011) Multiple graduate research awards (2004-2006) He leads industrially-funded research supported by over 25 companies, resulting in 40+ publications, a book chapter, and three patents. Johnston advises the Student Chapter of the Society of Plastics Engineers and teaches courses including Mold Design Engineering, Product Design, and Introduction to Engineering.

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Dorothee DEBAVELAERE-CALLENSمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Hauts-de-FranceFrance

Dorothee DEBAVELAERE-CALLENS is an Associate Professor (Maître de Conférences HC) at ISTV, University of Valenciennes, where she has been working since 1993. Her academic career progressed from Monitor Grantee (1993-1996), to ATER (1996-1997), to Maître de Conférences (1997-2013), and finally to Maître de Conférences HC since September 2013. She earned her Doctorate in Electronics from the University of Valenciennes in 1996, with a thesis titled 'Characterization of Bone Progenitors in Culture. Development of an Ultrasound Technique for Dynamic Analysis.' Prior to this, she obtained a DEA in Ultrasound and Imaging (1993) and a Master's degree in Physics (1992), both from French universities. Her research is multidisciplinary and structured around four main axes: (I) Non-destructive characterization of bone media by ultrasonic waves; (II) Characterization of osteoblast cell adhesion by low-frequency ultrasonic detachment; (III) Characterization of biological cells in Lab-on-a-chip (Bio MEMS); and (IV) Quantification of dairy deposit adhesion and characterization of bacterial proliferation in the food industry. Her work has led to the development of specialized ultrasonic characterization methods and sensors, including a patented Lab-On-Chip technology for acoustic cell characterization at 1 GHz. Her publication record shows a consistent output of high-quality research, primarily focusing on ultrasonic characterization techniques applied to biological systems, materials science, and industrial applications. The publications demonstrate expertise in high-frequency acoustics, microfabrication, and the development of novel measurement protocols. Patent FR2940450 for 'Dispositif et procédé pour étudier une zone d'étude par onde acoustique' filed with CNRS As an educator, she serves as the pedagogical responsible for the 3rd year of License SIAMN (Science de l'Information de l'Audiovisuel et des Médias Numériques) at ISTV. Her teaching portfolio includes Optics, Hyperfrequency, Thermodynamics, and Signal Analysis courses across various engineering programs. Her research has involved collaborations with multiple institutions including the Orthopedic Surgery Department of Henri Mondor Hospital, Val de Marne Blood Transfusion Center, Groupe de Recherche sur les Biomatériaux in Lille, and INRA.

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