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Philip Handsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Optical Engineering
• Liquid Crystal Technology
• Biomedical Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Philip Hands is a Senior Lecturer in Electronics and Electrical Engineering at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering, where he leads a research group focused on micro- and nano-scale engineering of electronic and photonic devices using soft materials like polymers and liquid crystals. His work bridges fundamental science and real-world applications, particularly in biomedical imaging and holographic displays. Education: MSci and PhD in Physics from Durham University, followed by postdoctoral roles at Durham and Cambridge Universities. He co-founded a spin-out company before joining Edinburgh in 2012. Research Interests: Liquid crystal lasers, flexible sensors, holographic technologies, nanophotonics, and medical devices. Notable projects include developing PressureCap for gastrointestinal pressure monitoring and tunable lasers for ophthalmic applications. Publications highlight advancements in liquid crystal laser technology, including wavelength-tunable systems, biomedical applications, and sensor innovations. His work emphasizes commercialization pathways for photonics-based solutions. Advising: Supervises research in optoelectronics and medical engineering. Active in developing interdisciplinary projects combining materials science with biomedical engineering. Labs/Teams: Leads a research group at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on liquid crystal-based devices and nanophotonic systems.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Cardiovascular Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jorge Amaya Catano is a Research Fellow - Mechanical and Validation Engineering at the Centre for Biomedical Technologies , Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from QUT (2024) and a Master's in Engineering from EAFIT University (2014). Roles: Research Fellow (QUT), Guest Lecturer (QUT), Adjunct Professor (EAFIT University, Colombia) Education: PhD (Biomedical Engineering, QUT 2024), Master of Engineering (EAFIT 2014) His research focuses on cardiovascular engineering , tissue engineering , and biomedical device validation , with technical expertise in fluid dynamics , biomaterials , bioreactor development , 3D printing , and cell culture techniques . Recent publications explore arterial geometry changes, coronary hemodynamics, optical coherence elastography, and microfluidic pump design. Professional experience includes: Mechanical design engineer for implantable medical devices at BioQ Devices - QHeart Medical (2019-2024) Research Assistant at QUT (Semester 1 2023, Semester 2 2021) Technical Service Engineer at Sesmacol SAS (2016-2018) Production Manager at Dumhos Investments (2015-2016) He supervises research projects and contributes to the Cardiovascular Technology Laboratory at QUT.

Özgür Bayerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Thermodynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Özgür Bayer is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Middle East Technical University (METU). He holds a BS (2000), MS (2002), and PhD (2009) from METU's Mechanical Engineering Department. His research focuses on heat transfer, CFD, radiative cooling, and HVAC systems. He has supervised multiple graduate students and contributed to projects involving phase change materials, thermal energy storage, and renewable energy applications. His work is published in leading journals and presented at international conferences. He has held roles such as Vice-Chairperson and collaborates on EU and TUBITAK-funded projects. Education: B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, METU, 2000 M.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, METU, 2002 Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, METU, 2009 Research Interests: His research integrates experimental and numerical methods to study heat transfer phenomena, including cooling systems for electronics, thermal energy storage, and geothermal applications. Key topics include CFD-based modeling, phase change material (PCM) behavior, and sustainable energy solutions. He explores applications in HVAC, renewable energy systems, and industrial waste heat recovery. Advising & Projects: He advises graduate students on projects such as PCM-enhanced heat sinks, magma chamber thermomechanics, and Li-ion battery thermal analysis. Collaborates on EU and national grants, focusing on energy-efficient technologies and thermal systems optimization. His lab conducts experiments in fluid dynamics and thermal characterization, leveraging advanced CFD simulations. Labs & Facilities: His research is based at the Thermal-Environmental Engineering Laboratory in METU's Mechanical Engineering Building. The lab houses equipment for CFD simulations, PCM testing, and thermal-fluid experiments, supporting both academic and industrial research.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Nanotechnology
• Manufacturing Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Thurgood is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. His research focuses on biomedical engineering, nanotechnology, and mechanobiology, particularly investigating the role of Piezo1 ion channels in endothelial cell mechanotransduction and developing microfluidic systems for disease modeling. He is actively involved in supervising postgraduate research projects, including studies on vascular mechanics and biomedical sensor technologies. His work spans interdisciplinary areas like lab-on-a-chip devices, tissue engineering, and photonic materials. Research interests include the interplay between mechanical forces (e.g., shear stress, substrate stiffness) and cellular responses, as well as the design of advanced microfluidic tools for biomedical applications. He has pioneered projects such as dynamic vortex generation in microfluidic systems and bioengineered vascular models for foam cell formation studies. Collaborative efforts involve developing wearable health sensors and optimizing LED exposure systems for skin cell research. Dr. Thurgood’s innovations in microfluidics include 3D-printed flow sensors and self-sufficient microfluidic pumps, emphasizing practical applications in diagnostics and therapeutics. His recent work explores high-accuracy nanoprobe technologies for cancer cell discrimination and the integration of plasmonic materials in biomedical sensors. Advising and grants: Open to supervising Masters and PhD students in mechanobiology, microfluidics, and biomedical device development. His research aligns with advancing personalized healthcare technologies through engineered systems and material innovations.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Cardiovascular Systems
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arian Aghilinejad is a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in Aerospace at the California Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Graduate Aerospace Laboratories (GALCIT) within the Division of Engineering and Applied Science. His work focuses on biomedical engineering, cardiovascular systems, fluid dynamics, and machine learning applications in healthcare. Research interests include non-invasive cardiovascular monitoring, hemodynamic modeling of the circulatory system, and microfluidic technologies for circulating tumor cell (CTC) separation. He investigates mechanisms like aortic stretch/recoil dynamics, wave-pumping effects, and age-related changes in heart-aorta-brain coupling. His methods combine machine learning with traditional engineering approaches, such as Fourier-based analysis and fluid-structure interaction modeling. Recent work emphasizes translating non-invasive pressure measurements into clinical insights via spectral regression and hybrid machine learning techniques. He also develops patient-specific models for aortic dissection using MRI validation and deep learning. His studies explore longitudinal wave dynamics in compliant tubes and bio-inspired pumping mechanisms. Publications span cardiovascular disease prediction, CTC separation via microfluidics, and the role of vessel wall mechanics in energy transmission. He collaborates on lab-fabricated phantoms and in-vitro hemodynamic simulators to bridge engineering and clinical challenges.

Debasish Dasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fluid Mechanics
• Electrohydrodynamics
• Computational Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Debasish Das is a Lecturer in Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Strathclyde. His research focuses on electrohydrodynamics, fluid mechanics, and computational mechanics, particularly studying the behavior of particles and drops in strong electric fields. He holds a Doctor of Engineering from the University of California San Diego, a Master of Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and a Bachelor of Technology from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela. His work explores phenomena such as bacterial swimming dynamics, dielectric particle rotation in suspensions, and the interplay between electric fields and fluid flows. He leads research projects funded by the London Mathematical Society and the EPSRC, focusing on mathematical modeling of active particles and fluid dynamics. Das has published extensively in journals like Physical Review Research and Soft Matter, with a focus on topics such as hydrodynamic hovering of bacteria, collective motion in dielectric suspensions, and cilia-driven fluid transport. He actively participates in academic activities, including journal peer reviews and invited talks on active matter systems.

Jens Hartingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thin Film Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jens Harting leads the 'Modelling of Thin Films' research group at the Helmholtz-Institut Erlangen-Nürnberg für Erneuerbare Energien (HI ERN). His work focuses on fluid dynamics, thin film behavior, and computational modeling. Key research areas include reactive thin films, microfluidic systems, and nanoscale particle interactions. He has published extensively in top journals like Advanced Materials , Physical Review Letters , and Journal of Fluid Mechanics . Notable contributions include studies on inertial particle migration, bioinspired microswarm robotics, and lattice Boltzmann method optimizations. Current projects explore phase-field simulations for thin film evaporation and energy materials. No awards are explicitly listed, but his work is widely cited in nanotechnology and materials science.

Carter Hainesمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Nanotechnology
• Energy Harvesting
• Carbon Nanotube Yarns
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carter Haines is an Associate Research Professor at the Alan G. MacDiarmid NanoTech Institute, part of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a BS (2011) and PhD (2015) from UT Dallas. His research focuses on nanotechnology applications, including energy-harvesting materials, carbon nanotube yarns, and smart materials for artificial muscles and actuators. His work spans thermal energy conversion, electrochemical systems, and biomimetic design. Key research contributions include twistron yarns for harvesting mechanical energy, thermally-powered polymer actuators, and torsional refrigeration systems. Recent studies demonstrate applications in self-powered sensors, ocean wave energy capture, and advanced textiles. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided texts. His work involves collaborations with institutions globally, including Hanyang University and Virginia Tech. Ongoing projects likely explore material innovations for sustainable energy solutions and biomedical applications.

Marc Monotمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Genomics
• Transcriptomics
• Bioinformatics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Marc Monot is a researcher and platform manager at the Biomics platform within the Institut Pasteur, a leading institution in microbiology and infectious diseases. He plays a central role in managing next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and bioinformatics resources, supporting both internal and external research teams. His work bridges technological infrastructure and scientific discovery, particularly in microbial genomics and host-pathogen interactions. His research interests span genomics, transcriptomics, bioinformatics, phage biology, Clostridioides difficile pathogenesis, single-cell analysis, and microbial biofilms . He applies high-throughput sequencing and computational tools to understand bacterial virulence, adaptation, and gene regulation. His work often involves developing and applying bioinformatics pipelines for NGS data analysis. The recent publications highlight a strong focus on microbial genomics and host-pathogen dynamics. Key themes include pathogen evolution (e.g., Listeria, Candida, C. difficile), phage biology, biofilm formation, and vaccine development . The use of advanced techniques like single-cell transcriptomics and long-read sequencing (e.g., Oxford Nanopore) is evident, reflecting a commitment to cutting-edge methodologies. His work bridges fundamental biology with potential clinical and public health applications. Marc Monot has led and contributed to significant research projects such as CDPhages – ANR JCJC and the Single Cell Transcriptomics, Epigenetics and Genomics initiative. He has also developed key bioinformatics tools like PhageTerm and COV2HTML , demonstrating expertise in both wet-lab and computational biology. He has been actively involved in training and education, organizing and teaching workshops on bacterial RNAseq and NGS data analysis, contributing to capacity building in genomics both at Institut Pasteur and internationally (e.g., in Tunis). His collaborations span multiple teams and international partners, reflecting an integrative and collaborative research approach.

Jingjie Yeoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Materials Science
• Engineered Living Materials
• Multiscale Modeling
• +۱۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jingjie Yeo is an Assistant Professor in the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University and the Principal Investigator of the J² Lab for Engineering Living Materials. His research integrates computational modeling, machine learning, and biomaterials to design sustainable, adaptive materials for healthcare and environmental applications. He is also a co-instructor at Station1, a nonprofit advancing socially-directed STEM education. Ph.D. and B.Eng., Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Postdoctoral training, Tufts University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology Research Scientist, Institute of High Performance Computing, Singapore Prof. Yeo’s research focuses on computational design of engineered living materials , particularly bacteria-based systems and biopolymers. His lab employs multiscale simulations —from quantum mechanics to continuum modeling—and integrates machine learning and materials informatics to accelerate discovery. Key areas include nanomechanics of mucus-bacteria interactions, mucoadhesive biomaterials, sustainable materials, and living materials for gut health and infrastructure. The lab pioneers AI-driven frameworks for materials-by-design, aiming to advance a "Materials 4.0" paradigm. The lab’s recent publications reveal a strong trend in AI-enhanced materials discovery , bio-inspired soft materials , and biomechanical modeling of biological systems . Themes include antimicrobial surfaces, solid electrolytes, hydrogels, and sustainable carbon materials. The work is highly interdisciplinary, combining physics, biology, and computation. Notable scientific awards include: NSF CAREER Award (2024) Dennis G. Shepherd Excellence in Teaching Award, Cornell College of Engineering (2023) ASME Rising Star in Mechanical Engineering Emerging Investigator, Journal of Materials Chemistry B (2020) Multiple NSF grants including EFRI and Convergence Accelerator awards Prof. Yeo has advised numerous PhD, MS, and undergraduate students , including the lab’s first PhD graduates, Drs. Haoyuan Shi and Tianjiao Li. His research is supported by NSF, Cornell, and international seed grants . He serves on editorial boards for STEM Education and International Journal of AI for Materials and Design , reflecting his dual commitment to research and education innovation. The J² Lab is part of the Cornell Engineered Living Materials Institute and collaborates with researchers at MIT, Montana State University, Zhejiang University, and others. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, computational rigor, and socially impactful science.

Vinod Narayananمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Efficiency
• Thermal Management
• Microscale Heat Transfer
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Vinod Narayanan is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California, Davis. He serves as the Associate Director of the UC Davis Western Cooling Efficiency Center (WCEC) and leads the Supercritical carbon dioxide Thermal Energy Enhancement Laboratory (STEEL) and Microscale Thermal Energy Enhancement Laboratory (𝜇TEEL). His research focuses on energy efficiency, microscale heat transfer, and solar thermal energy applications. Key areas include designing compact heat exchangers for high-temperature systems, enhancing boiling and condensation in microscale environments, and optimizing energy efficiency in buildings and industrial processes. Research interests span thermal management for electronics and avionics, solar thermal power generation using supercritical CO2, and additive manufacturing of heat exchangers. Collaborations with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and funding from the Department of Energy highlight his work's impact. Awards include the IEEE ITherm Best Poster Award and ASHRAE's Best Paper Award. His labs develop technologies to reduce energy consumption in thermal systems, with applications in decarbonizing food processing and livestock cooling. Major grants include a $4.6M DOE grant for heat exchanger optimization and a $2.4M ARPA-E award for 3D-printed heat exchangers. He has contributed to numerous high-impact publications since 2013, with recent work emphasizing additive manufacturing and solar thermal systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges thermal science, materials engineering, and sustainable energy solutions.

• Bio-Inspired Materials
• Drug Delivery
• Cell Manufacturing and Therapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hyunjoon Kong is the Robert W. Schafer Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois, with additional affiliations in Bioengineering, Pathobiology, and the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2001), completed postdoctoral work at the University of Michigan (2001-2004), and served as a Research Associate at Harvard University (2004-2006). His research focuses on developing active biohybrid materials for applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and environmental sustainability. Research interests include: Bio-Inspired Materials Drug Delivery Cell Manufacturing and Therapy Tissue Engineering Recent publications highlight work on: Stimulus-responsive hydrogels Self-propelling colloids Cell surface engineering Neurodegenerative disease therapies Scientific honors include: IAMBE Fellow (2023) AIMBE Fellow (2017) NSF CAREER Award (2009) American Heart Association Scientist Development Grant (2008) Prof. Kong advises graduate students in chemical and biomedical engineering and leads the Active bioHybrid Matter lab, which investigates dynamic interfacial systems for human health and sustainability.

Wonjae Choiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Microfluidics
• Interfacial Fluid Mechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wonjae Choi is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology at the Gildart Haase School of Computer Science and Engineering, Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), New Jersey. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with a focus on oil-repelling surfaces, and earned his BS and MS from Seoul National University. Prior to FDU, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas and as a Research Fellow at Harvard University. His research lies at the intersection of fluid mechanics, microfluidics, and surface science. Key interests include interfacial phenomena, low-Reynolds number flows, wetting dynamics, bubble and drop behavior, and microfabrication techniques. His work has applications in thermal systems, heat transfer, and advanced materials. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on microscale fluid dynamics, surface engineering, and thermal-fluid systems. Broad keywords include Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Microfluidics, Heat Transfer, and Materials Science. The research trends emphasize fundamental understanding of interfacial behaviors and their technological applications in cooling, transport, and bio-inspired design. Oil-Repelling Surfaces: Design and Applications (2023) Dynamics of Bubbles in Microconfined Geometries (2023) Low-Reynolds Number Hydrodynamics in Bio-Inspired Microfluidic Devices (2023) Wetting Transitions on Hierarchical Microstructured Surfaces (2022) Thermal Management Using Microfluidic Evaporative Cooling (2022) Dr. Choi has published 30 journal papers and 9 conference papers. He advises students in mechanical engineering and leads research in microfluidic and thermal systems. There is no mention of external grants in the provided texts. He is associated with the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology program at FDU, contributing to both education and research in thermal sciences and fluid dynamics.

Minghao Rostamiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applied Mathematics
• Numerical Analysis
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Minghao Rostami is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Binghamton University. His research focuses on interdisciplinary problems at the intersection of applied mathematics, computational fluid dynamics, and biophysics, often leveraging machine learning and numerical methods. His recent work spans topics such as mixed noise removal in signal processing, data-driven fluid trajectory prediction, and multi-scale modeling of actin polymer dynamics. Publications highlight collaborations between mathematical theory and biological applications, particularly in biofluid mechanics. The trends in his publications from 2012 to 2025 emphasize scalable numerical algorithms for dense/sparse matrices, stability analysis in incompressible flows, and hybrid modeling frameworks combining machine learning with physical simulations. Specific subfields include multigrid methods, kernel regularization, and bio-inspired fluid pumping optimization.

• Protein Structure and Function
• Drug Development
• Signaling Proteins
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Marko Hyvönen is a Professor at the University of Cambridge's Department of Biochemistry and a visiting professor at the University of São Paulo. His research focuses on understanding protein structure-function relationships and developing protein-engineered or small-molecule modulators for disease targets. Key areas include TGF-β family signaling, cancer therapeutics, and enzyme inhibitors. He co-founded Qkine, a biotech company producing high-quality growth factors and cytokines. Research Interests: Protein engineering and modulation Drug discovery targeting cancer, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders Structural biology of signaling proteins Development of plastic-degrading enzymes (plastizymes) Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms via efflux pumps Collaborations: Collaborates with Florian Hollfelder on enzyme families and plastic degradation. Industrial partnerships include AstraZeneca, Apollo Therapeutics, and Bicycle Therapeutics. Labs/Teams: Maintains a satellite lab at the University of São Paulo and leads a Cambridge-based research group with members like Paul Brear and Nicola Coker Gordon.