جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Bordetella pertussis research
• Vaccine development
• Bacterial membrane vesicles
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Çiğdem Yılmaz Çolak is an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics within the Faculty of Science. Her research centers on bacterial pathogenesis, vaccine development, and diagnostic innovations with a primary focus on Bordetella pertussis . Her research interests span Bordetella pertussis molecular mechanisms , novel vaccine platforms (particularly bacterial membrane vesicles and multi-epitope designs), point-of-care diagnostics for infectious diseases, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms . She employs interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular microbiology, immunoinformatics, and microfluidics. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2024) reveals a strategic shift toward modern vaccine platforms against emerging pathogens (SARS-CoV-2) and neglected diseases (Clostridium chauvoei), while maintaining core expertise in pertussis pathogenesis. Her work increasingly integrates computational methods with experimental validation. Active principal investigator for the 2025-2026 project: Effects of growth conditions on the antimicrobial activity of Bacillus atrophaeus exopolysaccharides Research cited in 2 Wikipedia pages with significant Mendeley readership (420+) High-impact review on antibiotic resistance mechanisms (131 Scopus citations) Her laboratory investigates bacterial membrane dynamics, vaccine efficacy testing, and antimicrobial compound discovery, with recent projects gaining attention from news outlets and social media platforms.

Sertaç Çadırcıمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulence Modeling
• Fluid Mechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sertaç Çadırcı is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, specializing in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), turbulence modeling, and multi-objective optimization. His research focuses on fluid-structure interaction, aerodynamics, heat transfer, and biomedical applications. He leads projects on turbulence model calibration, wind turbine blade optimization, and rocket engineering. His work has been published in high-impact journals like Physics of Fluids and International Journal of Green Energy. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided text. Affiliations: Istanbul Technical University (Ayazaga Campus), College of Engineering. Projects: Includes BAP-funded initiatives on RANS turbulence model improvement, rocket production, and inertial focusing in microchannels. His research interests span CFD applications in aerospace, biomedical systems, and energy systems, with a focus on enhancing computational models for practical engineering challenges. He has supervised 32 theses and actively engages in collaborative international research. Recent articles analyze turbulence models for compressors, wind turbine aerodynamics, and blood pump hemocompatibility, showcasing his interdisciplinary approach. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the text.

Alperen Yıldızeliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Multi-objective Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alperen Yıldızeli is a Researcher at Istanbul Technical University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, actively contributing to research from 2020 to 2025 with expertise in computational fluid dynamics and thermal engineering applications. His research spans Computational Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, Multi-objective Optimization, Microchannel Heat Sinks, Turbulence Modeling, and Biomedical Engineering, utilizing numerical simulations to solve complex engineering problems in thermal systems and medical devices. Analysis of his 8 publications (2020-2025) reveals a dominant focus on optimization-driven thermal solutions, particularly microchannel heat sinks and compact heat exchangers, alongside significant contributions to turbulence modeling calibration and biomedical fluid dynamics for blood pump design.

• Combustion
• Micro-fluidics
• Compact Power Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christopher Cadou is a Professor and Keystone Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Maryland. He serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies and leads interdisciplinary research in combustion, micro-fluidics, and compact power systems. His work integrates advanced diagnostics like laser-based techniques and infrared measurements. Education: B.S./B.A. in Mechanical Engineering and History from Cornell University; M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA. Background: Joined UMD in 2000 as Assistant Professor, promoted to Associate (2006), and Professor (current). Prior roles include Postdoctoral positions at MIT, Caltech, and UCLA. Research interests focus on micro-scale combustion systems, fluid dynamics in miniature channels, and novel diagnostics for energy applications. His studies address flame stability, heat transfer optimization, and piezo-hydraulic actuator design. Collaborations span academia and industry, contributing to advancements in microturbomachinery and fuel-efficient systems. Grants/Advising: Active in securing NSF, AFOSR, and ARO funding. Advises on projects like microcombustor design and green aircraft engines. Mentors students through initiatives like the Maryland Energy Innovation Institute. Labs/Teams: Leads experimental facilities for combustion diagnostics and microfluidics. Collaborates with the Terrapin Rocket Team and MEI² startups in clean energy.

Jeffrey R Morganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 3D Cell Culture
• Tissue Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey R Morgan is a tenured Professor at Brown University , holding dual appointments in the School of Engineering and Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine . He directs the Center for Alternatives to Animals in Testing and has pioneered the 3D PetriDish® technology for scaffold-free tissue engineering. Education : PhD (Harvard), BS (Syracuse) Key Collaborators : Kim Boekelheide, Eric Darling, Anubhav Tripathi Research Focus : 3D Tissue Engineering – Developing complex microtissue geometries (toroids, honeycombs) and studying tissue fusion for organ-scale fabrication. Cell-Cell Mechanics – Quantifying forces in multicellular aggregates to understand fibrosis and tissue remodeling. Drug Transport – Using spheroids to model drug uptake, efflux pumps, and multi-drug resistance in cancer. Article Trends : Recent work emphasizes 3D spheroid platforms for toxicity testing , collagen mechanics , and automated bio-manufacturing tools . Keywords span Biomedical Engineering , Tissue Morphogenesis , and Drug Discovery , with sub-fields including ECM alignment , microtissue hydrodynamics , and scaffold-free organoids . Scientific Recognition : 1996 La Roche-Posay Prize 2015 National Academy of Inventors Fellow 2016 American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering Fellow 2014-2025 Editorial roles and collaborative grants Labs and Teams : Leads a multidisciplinary lab at Brown collaborating with engineers, pathologists, and biomedical researchers. His team focuses on self-assembling microtissues , drug transport quantification , and toxicity modeling , with partnerships in the Center for Alternatives to Animals in Testing and School of Engineering .

Fatemeh Kalantarifardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Micro and Nano-scale Optical Trapping
• Fluorescent Microscopy
• Raman Spectroscopy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Fatemeh Kalantarifard is a Lecturer at Özyeğin University's Graduate School of Science and Engineering, specializing in optical trapping and quantum sensing. Her research intersects physics, biomedical optics, and quantum technologies, with a focus on nanodiamond-based sensing and intracellular dynamics. Doctorate: Physics/Optics Trap and Optical Sensing, Bilkent University (2019) Master's: Applied Physics, Payam E Nour University (2006) Bachelor's: Applied Physics, Shiraz University (1996) Her work explores micro/nanoscale optical trapping , fluorescent microscopy , and Raman spectroscopy , particularly for biomedical applications. Recent studies involve NV center quantum sensing, optical tweezer design, and intracavity trapping systems. Her publications (2007–2025) demonstrate sustained expertise in optical manipulation, with a 2023 Roadmap for optical tweezers indicating leadership in field development. Articles highlight interdisciplinary trends merging quantum physics, biophysics, and laser engineering.

Darshan G. Pahinkarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Heat Driven Energy Systems
• Carbon Dioxide Capture
• Complex Fluids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Darshan G. Pahinkar is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Civil Engineering Department at Florida Institute of Technology , with affiliate appointments in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering. He leads the Adsorption and Energy Technology Laboratory (AETL) , focusing on climate change mitigation through energy-efficient thermal systems. PhD from Georgia Tech (2016) M.E. from Indian Institute of Science (2009) B.E. from Government College of Engineering, Pune (2006) Prior industry experience at Tata Motors (2009-2011) Postdoctoral work at Georgia Tech (2016-2017) His research spans adsorption-based thermal energy systems , CO2 capture technologies , microchannel heat transfer , and biomedical thermal management . Current projects include NSF-funded work on gas-liquid-adsorbent interactions and DOE-supported biological CO2 conversion to bio-oil. Recent publications highlight advancements in adsorbent-coated microchannels for HVAC systems, yeast-engineered porous layers for carbon capture, and thermal modeling for heart transplants . Funded awards include multiple Florida Tech research incentives and significant external grants. He teaches graduate courses in heat transfer , thermal management , and fluid mechanics . Current advisees include PhD candidates Samuel Babatunde Olushola and Jakia Sharmin Mim, along with multiple MS and BS researchers.

Andrei Petoukhovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Self-organization of colloids
• Nanomaterials science
• Synchrotron X-ray techniques
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrei V. Petukhov is an Associate Professor at the Van 't Hoff Laboratory for Physical and Colloid Chemistry within Utrecht University's Debye Institute for Nanomaterials Science . He holds a part-time associate professor position at Eindhoven University of Technology since 2016. As a leading expert in synchrotron-based X-ray techniques , he serves as Editor-in-Chief of MDPI journal Materials ' Advanced Nanomaterials section and chairs the beamtime allocation panel at ESRF. Founded and chairs International Advisory Council at Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University (until 2022 resignation) Developed XFEL pump-probe methodology for studying extreme irradiation conditions Created microradian SAXS setups for nanoscale structural analysis His research focuses on colloidal self-organization across multiple length scales, using both nonspherical colloids and external field manipulations . Key themes include: Entropic patchiness in crowded suspensions Magnetic field control of anisotropic colloids Confinement effects in droplet-based assembly Phase transitions in colloidal crystals His group performs in situ X-ray scattering experiments at prestigious facilities like ID10 beamline and BM-26 DUBBLE , with notable methodological contributions to: X-ray cross-correlation analysis Coherent diffraction imaging Advanced colloidal crystallography

Shravan Veerapaneniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Scientific computing
• Fast algorithms
• Potential theory
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Shravan Veerapaneni is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan, within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. His research focuses on developing large-scale computational tools for solving differential and integral equations on complex moving geometries that arise in engineering and biophysics. His work spans multiple interdisciplinary areas connecting mathematics, computational science, and applied physics. Education: B.S. from Indian Institute of Technology (2003), Ph.D. from University of Pennsylvania (2008) Previous Position: Research Scientist at Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences (NYU), 2008-2011 Teaching: Courses include Math 671, Math 371 (Numerical Methods for Engineers), and Math 156 (Applied Honors Calculus II) Professor Veerapaneni's research interests encompass scientific computing, fast algorithms, potential theory, complex fluids, microfluidics, soft-matter, and biomechanics. His core application areas include biomembrane mechanics, blood flow modeling, cilia-driven flows, and microfluidic-chip design. More recently, he has expanded his research to include scalable solvers and machine learning techniques for autonomous vehicle mobility in off-road settings. His work demonstrates a strong emphasis on developing high-order accurate numerical methods with practical applications in biomedical engineering and fluid dynamics. His publications reveal a consistent focus on boundary integral methods, Stokes flow simulations, and optimization problems in complex geometries. The research shows progression from fundamental mathematical methods to increasingly complex applications in biophysics and engineering. His work on vesicle dynamics, microswimmers, and particulate suspensions demonstrates expertise in computational fluid dynamics at microscales. NSF CAREER Award (2015) for project 'Fast Algorithms for Particulate Flows' Professor Veerapaneni has developed computational frameworks for simulating complex fluid-structure interactions, with applications ranging from biological systems (vesicles, cilia) to engineering problems (microfluidic chips, autonomous vehicles). His group has produced significant software contributions including visualization tools for fluid dynamics simulations, as evidenced by the animations of vesicle flows on his website. His collaborative work spans mathematics, engineering, and computer science departments, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research.

Dong Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Phase Change Heat Transfer
• Convective Heat Transfer
• Multiphase Flow
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dong Liu is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Houston, where he has held faculty positions since 2007 (Assistant Professor: 2007–2013; Associate Professor: 2013–2020; Professor: 2020–present). He directs the Microscale Thermal Transport Laboratory and serves as Associate Editor for the ASME Journal of Thermal Science and Engineering Applications (2023–present). His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (2006), and M.S./B.S. degrees in Thermal Engineering from Tsinghua University. Liu's research focuses on interdisciplinary thermal-fluid sciences, including: Phase change heat transfer (boiling, Leidenfrost phenomena) Micro/nanofluidic systems for energy conversion Electrowetting-enabled thermal management Optofluidic and photothermal technologies Multiphase flow dynamics in advanced materials Applications span electronics cooling, renewable energy, and biomedical devices. His recent publications (2017–2023) demonstrate consistent innovation in heat transfer enhancement, with themes including electrowetting-modulated boiling, laser-driven microfluidics, plasmonic thermal control, and nanoscale thermometry. Over 60% of articles involve experimental validation of novel concepts for industrial thermal management. Awards & Leadership: ASME Fellow (2024) Director of Graduate Studies (2020–present) Chair of multiple faculty search committees (Thermal Science, 2014–2023) As Director of Graduate Studies, Liu oversees academic programs and advises students in thermal sciences. He holds patents for microfluidic pumping systems and neural scaffold alignment technologies. His laboratory collaborates with national institutes and industry partners on next-generation thermal management solutions.

Jie Xuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microfluidics
• Acoustofluidics
• Biosensors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jie Xu serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), where he directs the Microfluidics Laboratory focused on micro/nanoscale engineering solutions for global health, energy, and environmental challenges. His research centers on two interconnected domains: Acoustofluidics : Investigating acoustic wave-fluid interactions at microscale for applications including microfluidic mixing, pumping, particle manipulation (worm/sperm/fish sorting), sensing enhancement, soundproofing, and additive manufacturing Microfluidic biosensors : Developing cost-effective, user-friendly biological microchips to address critical global health concerns through reliable point-of-care diagnostics Dr. Xu's research program has secured sustained funding from premier agencies including: NASA National Science Foundation (NSF) National Institutes of Health (NIH) Army Research Office DARPA Sigma Xi Anthem Telovision Amazon Web Services (AWS) CADMIM His laboratory operates on the principle that micro/nano-engineering represents the modern equivalent of electronic chip miniaturization, pursuing 'lab-on-a-chip' systems through fundamental exploration of micro interfacial science to create revolutionary fluid processing technologies.

Zhiyong Liangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composite materials and processing
• Multifunctional nanomaterials
• Carbon nanotube buckypaper
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Zhiyong Liang serves as Professor, Director of the High-Performance Materials Institute (HPMI), and Associate Dean for Research at Florida State University's College of Engineering. He holds dual appointments in the Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering departments. His research drives innovation in advanced composite materials and nanotechnology through leadership in multiple centers including the Florida Center of Excellence in Advanced Materials (CEAM). His educational background includes a Ph.D. (2000), M.Sc. (1990), and B.Sc. (1987) in Materials Science and Engineering from Beijing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics. His research focuses on carbon nanotube buckypaper materials, multifunctional composites, and nanoscale manufacturing processes. Key achievements include developing roll-to-roll manufacturing techniques for aligned carbon nanotubes and creating novel nanocomposite structures with enhanced thermal/electrical properties. Liang's publication portfolio demonstrates consistent innovation in nanomaterials science, with emphasis on carbon nanotube alignment mechanisms, buckypaper composite fabrication, and energy storage applications. His work bridges fundamental nanoscale characterization with practical manufacturing solutions, particularly in aerospace and energy sectors. Recent publications highlight advancements in atomic-resolution interface analysis, flexible sensor design, and sustainable composite recycling methods. As principal investigator, Liang has secured over 50 research grants from NSF, AFOSR, ONR, and industry partners like Cytec Engineering Materials. His leadership has generated significant intellectual property including 25 US patents related to carbon nanotube processing and composite manufacturing. The Florida Center of Excellence under his direction represents major state investment in advanced materials research. Liang has mentored 36 graduate students (10 Ph.D. and 26 Master's graduates) and 22 postdoctoral researchers. His former students hold prominent positions in academia (including two U.S. professors), national laboratories, and industry leaders like Honeywell and M.C. Gill Corp. His research group maintains strong industry partnerships through sponsored projects and technology transfer initiatives.

Lucien Baldasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Gas Microflows
• Fluidic Micro-actuators
• +۴ مورد دیگر

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.

Christine Barrotمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Gas Microflows
• Molecular Tagging Velocimetry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

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.

Sevki Cesmeciمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Complex Fluids
• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermal-fluid science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sevki Cesmeci serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the College of Engineering at Georgia Southern University, where he joined in 2018. His research bridges thermal-fluid science and smart materials, with significant contributions to magnetorheological systems and supercritical carbon dioxide applications. His research interests focus on Complex Fluids, Fluid Mechanics, Thermal-fluid science, and Smart Materials and Structures , with specialized expertise in supercritical CO 2 power cycles and magnetorheological damper technologies. His work demonstrates strong fingerprint connections to Power Cycle Engineering (100%), Proof-of-Concept Development (92%), and Turbomachinery (92%). Professor Cesmeci maintains active research funding from major agencies including the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Air Force, and JDRF, with recent projects spanning: A Novel Magnetorheological Insulin Pump (JDRF, 2023-2024) Elasto-Hydrodynamic Seal for sCO 2 Applications (DOE, 2020-2021) Innovative Aircraft Engine Seal (US Air Force, 2020) His publication record shows consistent output with 33 research outputs including patents, journal articles, and conference proceedings. Recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary impact across mechanical engineering and biomedical applications, with notable publications in 2024-2025 focusing on novel seal systems and insulin pump advancements.