جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Fluid Mechanics
• Multiphase Flows
• Particle Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elham Doroodchi is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, specializing in Chemical Engineering. Her research focuses on fluid mechanics, multiphase systems, and energy technologies, with notable contributions to microfluidics and industrial applications. She has secured $2.9 million in research funding and published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Education : PhD, University of Newcastle (2005) Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), University of Newcastle (1st Class Honours) Research Interests : Dr. Doroodchi’s work spans fluidized bed hydrodynamics, particle technology, and energy systems such as geothermal power and waste heat recovery. Her recent studies include novel power cycles for geothermal energy and microfluidic applications in medicine and engineering. Grants & Awards : $2.9M total funding secured ARC College of Experts member (assesses Discovery Projects) Awards: Newcastle University Dean’s Medal (2000), Institution of Chemical Engineers Prize (2000), and National Award (2005) for the Reflux Classifier development Labs & Teams : Active in collaborative projects with Behdad Moghtaderi and others, focusing on energy storage, microreactors, and multiphase flow modeling.

Xiaolong Luoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microfluidics
• Biofabrication
• Mechatronics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Xiaolong Luo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Catholic University of America's School of Engineering. He specializes in microfluidics, biofabrication, and mechatronics, directing the Integrated BioMicroFluidics (iBMF) Laboratory. His work bridges engineering and biology, focusing on microscale device development for applications in drug discovery, tissue engineering, and biosensing. Ph.D., Bioengineering, University of Maryland (2008) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Temple University (2003) B.E., Mechatronics, Zhejiang University (2001) Research Interests: Dr. Luo's research centers on microfluidics and biofabrication , utilizing biopolymers like chitosan and alginate to create 3D hydrogels, membranes, and Lab-on-a-Chip devices. His projects address challenges in protein/metabolic engineering , cell-cell communication , and synthetic ecosystems , with implications for human health and drug discovery . Article Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in biopolymer membrane engineering (chitosan/alginate), microfluidic disease modeling (oral mucositis), and antibiotic susceptibility testing . His work also explores multi-species microbial interactions , chemotaxis quantification , and optical biosensing using holography and birefringence. Scientific Awards: Burns Junior Faculty Fellowship (2013) NSF CAREER Award (2016) Kaman Excellence in Research Award (2016) Young Faculty Scholar's Award (2017) GSA Dissertation Grant (2020) Sigma Xi Research Grant (2021) Cosmos Club Scholar (2022) Advising & Grants: He has mentored over 20 graduate and undergraduate students, including recipients of the Edward Hennessy Scholarship and Best Oral Presentation Awards. His grants include an NSF CAREER award ($500K, 2016-2021) and NIH internship supplements . Collaborations span institutions like NIH, FDA, and University of Maryland. Labs & Teams: The iBMF Lab develops Lab-on-a-Chip platforms for applications in protein engineering , microbial interactions , and tissue modeling . Recent projects include a reusable chemotaxis device and electrofabricated membranes for water purification and 3D cell assembly .

• Nuclear Reactor Design
• Advanced Reactors
• Integrated Energy Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ben Lindley is an Assistant Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison since 2020. He leads research in advanced reactor design, reactor physics, and integrated energy systems with a focus on cost reduction, nuclear-solar co-generation, and multiphysics modeling. His work spans computational methods development, safety analysis, and fuel cycle optimization, supported by DOE grants and collaborations with Argonne National Laboratory. Education: PhD in Nuclear Engineering (Cambridge, 2014), MEng & BA in Mechanical Engineering (Cambridge, 2011) Affiliations: Joint faculty appointment at Argonne National Laboratory His research explores nuclear reactor design , flexible operation (load-following, thermal storage), and economic viability of advanced reactors. Recent publications highlight innovations in microreactors, molten salt systems, and fusion-fission hybrids, with methodological advances in reinforcement learning for reactor control and open architecture design . Key article trends include: Advanced reactor cost reduction Nuclear-solar synergy Accident-tolerant fuel analysis Fusion energy commercialization Uncertainty quantification High-fidelity computational modeling Scientific Awards : 2021 ICONE21 Best Paper Award 2011 Babcock Award Runner-Up IET Bill Kerss Scholarship ANS 40 Under 40 Cambridge Rex Moir Prize Ben leads the RETI Lab (reti.ep.wisc.edu), mentoring graduate students through courses like Nuclear Reactor Theory (NE405) and advising on advanced reactor projects with national laboratories.

Nivedita Guptaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Dynamics
• Interfacial Phenomena
• Surfactant Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nivedita Gupta serves as Professor and Chair of Chemical Engineering & Bioengineering at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), where she teaches core courses including CHBE 400 (ChE and BioE Lectures), CHBE 502 (Energy Balances), CHBE 601 (Fluid Mechanics and Unit Ops), CHBE 940 (Advanced Transport Phenomena), and CHBE 999 (Doctoral Research). Her office is located in Kingsbury Hall, Room W313, Durham, NH 03824, and she can be contacted at Nivedita.Gupta@unh.edu. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University B.S.E.T. from the Indian Institutes of Technology Dr. Gupta's research centers on fundamental fluid dynamics with emphasis on interfacial phenomena in multiphase systems. She investigates surfactant-laden bubble and drop dynamics, capsule hydrodynamics in confined flows, nanoparticle synthesis in microreactors, and thermocapillary convection in layered fluids. Her work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation, addressing challenges in transport phenomena relevant to chemical, biological, and materials engineering applications. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2007-2019) reveals consistent focus on multiphase flow mechanics, particularly surfactant effects on deformable interfaces in microscale and macroscale systems. Key trends include computational modeling of drop/bubble motion in confined geometries, synthesis of functional nanomaterials in continuous-flow reactors, and rheological characterization of nanowire suspensions for printable electronics. Her work appears predominantly in high-impact journals like Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research , Physics of Fluids , and Chemical Engineering Science . No scientific awards were documented in the available sources. As Doctoral Research course instructor (CHBE 999), Dr. Gupta supervises Ph.D. candidates, though specific student names and grant funding details remain unreported in the provided materials. Her leadership as department chair indicates significant administrative responsibilities alongside research and teaching duties.

Ali Kosarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microscale and Nanoscale Heat Transfer
• Microfluidics
• Cavitation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ali Kosar is a Professor at Sabanci University's Mechatronics Engineering Program , with affiliations in Materials Science & Nanoengineering and Molecular Biology, Genetics & Bioengineering. As Co-Director of the Center of Excellence for Functional Surfaces and Interfaces for Nano Diagnostics (EFSUN) and Senior Researcher at SUNUM Nanotechnology Center, he leads a multidisciplinary research group spanning 30+ members. His work bridges microfluidics, heat transfer , and biomedical device design , focusing on cavitation-on-a-chip systems and microscale thermal management. Key research themes: Micro/Nanoscale Heat Transfer, Cavitation Dynamics, Biomedical Microdevices, Energy Applications Labs: Microfluidics and Microthermal Systems Laboratory, EFSUN, SUNUM His 175+ journal articles (h-index: 33) appear in journals like Physics of Fluids and Lab on a Chip , with recent work featured in Advanced NanoBioMed Research and Biosensors . He serves as Associate Editor of Applied Thermal Engineering and Subject Editor for Advanced Materials Interfaces . Scientific awards include ASME Fellow , TÜBA Membership , and multiple conference honors. His team has secured substantial national/international grants and developed technologies like the SUTAB (Sabanci University Tissue Ablating Bubbles) system.

• Synthetic Biology
• Organic Chemistry
• Molecular Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tsvetomir Ivanov serves as Group Leader of the Biocondensate Systems group within the Artificial Cells project at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz, Germany. He completed his PhD in 2025 under Prof. Katharina Landfester after joining her department in 2020, following dual chemistry degrees from Hamburg University of Technology and Sofia's University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy. His academic background includes: Double Chemistry Degree: Hamburg University of Technology & University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Sofia (DAAD scholarship) Diploma Thesis: Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems, Magdeburg (Prof. Kai Sundmacher) PhD in Polymer Research: Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (2020-2025) Ivanov's research integrates organic chemistry, molecular biology, and engineering to develop multicompartmental artificial cell systems. His dual focus encompasses: (1) Engineering adaptive protocells with growth/division capabilities using stimuli-responsive block copolymers and integrated suborganelles, and (2) Constructing peptide-based coacervate systems to model biomolecular condensates for synthetic organelle communication. This work bridges materials science and cellular biology with direct applications in nanomedicine and synthetic cell networks. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in biomolecular condensates and compartmentalized catalysis, with consistent methodology using peptide-based coacervates and vesicular systems. The research spans synthetic biology, soft matter physics, and nanomedicine, emphasizing bottom-up assembly of functional microreactors for therapeutic applications. As Group Leader, Ivanov directs the Biocondensate Systems team within Prof. Landfester's department, overseeing the Artificial Cells project's development of minimal cell models. His position implies active supervision of junior researchers and management of research funding, though specific grant details remain unreported in the source material.

• Renewable Energy
• Process Engineering
• Clean Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jan Haelssig serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Engineering, specializing in computational modeling for sustainable energy systems. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with industrial applications in renewable energy and clean technology development. Education: Ph.D. from University of Ottawa B.A.Sc. from University of Ottawa Research Focus: Dr. Haelssig’s expertise spans Renewable Energy , Process Engineering , and Clean Technologies , with emphasis on computational fluid dynamics for reactor design. His investigations cover multiphase flow systems, combustion dynamics, fluidization processes, and membrane separation technologies, targeting sustainable solutions for energy production and environmental challenges. Publication Trends: Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals dominant themes in CFD simulation (75% of works), renewable energy systems (65%), and waste-to-resource conversion (40%). Key applications include carbon capture via oxy-fuel combustion, enhanced oil recovery, and circular bioeconomy development, demonstrating consistent methodology-driven innovation. Scientific Recognition: No formal awards or fellowships documented in source materials Academic Engagement: While specific advisees aren’t listed, his active publication record suggests ongoing supervision of graduate researchers. Current grant funding isn’t specified, though recent work indicates collaboration with energy and environmental sectors on reactor optimization projects. Research Infrastructure: Computational modeling forms the core methodology evident in publications, implying strong digital infrastructure. No dedicated laboratory facilities are mentioned, though work aligns with the university’s chemical engineering experimental capabilities for validation studies.

Julea Buttمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysical Chemistry
• Microbial Electron Transfer
• Photocatalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Julea Butt is a leading academic in Biophysical Chemistry at the University of East Anglia’s School of Biological Sciences. She specializes in microbial electron transfer mechanisms, biohybrid materials, and photocatalytic systems. Her research focuses on engineering proteins like multiheme cytochromes for applications in sustainable energy and environmental biotechnology. Member of multiple research centers including the Centre for Molecular and Structural Biochemistry and the Wolfson Centre for Advanced Environmental Microbiology. Expertise spans protein structure-function relationships, nanomaterial integration with biological systems, and light-driven catalytic processes. Research interests include: Design of bioelectronic interfaces for solar fuels production Electron transport in bacterial outer membrane proteins Development of semi-artificial photosynthetic systems Mechanistic studies of cytochrome-mediated redox reactions Recent work highlights include: Engineering bespoke biomolecular wires for transmembrane electron transfer Photocatalytic nitrous oxide removal using liposomal microreactors Genetic code expansion for protein functionalization in Shewanella Her lab collaborates on projects involving microbial electron transfer, biohybrid nanomaterials, and sustainable biocatalytic systems. She is actively supervising PhD students in these areas and has published over 130 peer-reviewed articles.

Malte Brasholzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Photocatalysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Malte Brasholz is a faculty member in the Institute of Chemistry at the University of Rostock, where he leads the research group focused on Organic Chemistry—Synthesis Methods and Catalysis. His work bridges fundamental organic synthesis with modern photocatalytic techniques and flow chemistry applications. Research Interests: Photochemistry and photocatalysis under visible light Development of novel synthetic methodologies Synthesis of biologically active compounds Application of flow chemistry and microreactor systems Tandem and cascade reaction design Sustainable and orthogonal catalytic processes The recent publications highlight a strong trend in photoredox-induced cascade reactions, particularly involving dearomatization, cyclization, and oxidation sequences. His work integrates ruthenium-based photocatalysts and organocatalytic systems to achieve complex molecular architectures efficiently. These efforts are primarily directed toward heterocyclic compound synthesis with potential pharmaceutical relevance. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific details on students or grant funding are not mentioned in the text, Prof. Brasholz leads an active research group engaged in doctoral and master's level supervision, as typical for a university professor in Germany. The group's structure implies ongoing mentorship and likely participation in national or institutional research funding programs. Labs and Teams: The Brasholz Research Group at the University of Rostock operates within the Institute of Chemistry, focusing on experimental organic synthesis. The team conducts research in photochemistry, catalysis, and flow chemistry, utilizing modern laboratory infrastructure including microreactor setups. The group disseminates findings through peer-reviewed publications and contributes to academic teaching in chemistry programs.

• Catalysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Surface Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tiia Viinikainen is a Researcher at Aalto University, affiliated with the School of Chemical Engineering. Her work focuses on catalytic materials for gasification gas clean-up and CO2 conversion, particularly via atomic layer deposition (ALD) techniques. Primary research areas: Catalysis, Chemical Engineering, Surface Chemistry. Key methodologies: ALD, characterization of zirconia-based catalysts, toluene oxidation studies. Recent publications highlight her contributions to CO2 hydrogenation to methanol, ALD of zinc oxide, and nickel-supported zirconia catalysts. Awards and student supervision details are not currently available in the provided data.

Tanja Junkersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Chemistry
• Controlled Radical Polymerizations
• Flow Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tanja Junkers is a full Professor in the School of Chemistry at Monash University, Australia, where she leads research on continuous flow polymerizations, nanoparticle design, and precision polymers. She also holds a guest professorship at Hasselt University, Belgium. Education: PhD in Physical Chemistry from Georg-August University (Göttingen, Germany, 2006); Diplom (Master) in Chemistry from the same institution (2002). Prior roles include research associate at UNSW Sydney and senior scientist at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. Research focuses on controlled radical polymerizations, flow chemistry, and applying machine learning to polymer synthesis. Key interests include degradable polymers, self-assembly of block copolymers, and sustainable materials development. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable industry and innovation. Current projects include the ARC-funded 'Sustainable Reversible Polymerisation' and 'Data Driven Polymer Synthesis'. She serves as Associate Editor for Polymmer Chemistry (Royal Society of Chemistry). Advising: Actively supervising PhD students in areas like continuous flow reactor polymerization and peptidomimetic synthesis. Her research teams collaborate internationally, with recent projects involving universities in Australia, Germany, and Belgium. Lab/Teams: Leads the Monash group focused on precision polymer design, integrating automation and high-throughput experimentation. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on chemical manufacturing and energy materials.

John W. Dailyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Combustion
• Space Propulsion
• Wildland Fire Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. John W. Daily is an Emeritus Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. His research focuses on combustion science, space propulsion systems, wildland fire dynamics, biomass utilization, and medical instrumentation. He holds a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Michigan (1968-1969) and a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1975). Prior to his academic career, he worked at Aerojet Liquid Rocket Company as a Heat Transfer Analyst. He served as Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department at CU Boulder from 1990 to 1995. His work on optical biopsy technology led to the founding of Precision Biopsy, a medical instrumentation startup. Key areas: Combustion chemistry, propulsion systems, medical device innovation Collaborations: Extensive multi-disciplinary research spanning engineering and biomedical fields Research interests emphasize understanding reacting systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and health applications. His publications span combustion diagnostics, biofuel analysis, and medical device development. His lab work includes pioneering micro-reactor technology for studying large molecule decomposition. Grants: Not specifically listed in available texts Advising: Retired from active advising but contributed to numerous past graduate students He maintains affiliations with industry through Precision Biopsy, focusing on cancer diagnostics via fluorescence spectroscopy. His contributions to both academic research and applied technology highlight his cross-disciplinary impact.

• High Pressure Chemistry
• Carbon Sequestration
• Materials Synthesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

George Wolf is an Associate Professor at the School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University (ASU), specializing in high-pressure chemistry, materials synthesis, and carbon sequestration. His work focuses on understanding chemical behavior under extreme conditions, leveraging high-pressure diamond anvil cells for experimental studies. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from UC San Diego, an M.S. from UC Berkeley, and a Ph.D. in Geophysics from UC Berkeley. Wolf is a recipient of the NSF Presidential Investigator Award and ASU Centennial Teacher of the Year Award. Research Interests: Wolf’s lab explores high-pressure synthesis of novel materials, including graphitic derivatives and carbon sequestration mechanisms. His group uses advanced techniques like NMR, Raman spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction to study phase transitions and material dynamics. Current projects include developing bionic robotic prosthetics and investigating CO2 mineralization processes. Grants & Collaborations: Wolf has led multiple grants from NSF, DOE, and industry partners, focusing on carbon sequestration, ceramic materials, and high-pressure research. Notable collaborations include work with Argonne National Laboratory and Qynergy Corp. He teaches courses in physical chemistry and research methods, mentoring students in experimental physics and environmental chemistry. Service & Recognition: Wolf actively serves on ASU Senate committees, chairs curriculum development initiatives, and advises undergraduate research programs. His contributions to education and research have been recognized through teaching awards and national conference presentations.

• Cybersecurity
• Resilience Engineering
• Critical Infrastructure Protection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Smith holds a Chair in Networking at the Department of Computing and Communications , Lancaster University , and serves as Interim Head of Department . His research focuses on cybersecurity and resilience engineering for critical networked systems , particularly in digitalized nuclear infrastructure . His work explores risks of digital innovation in critical sectors, resilience frameworks , and cyber-attack mitigation . He leads national and international research projects , collaborating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to enhance computer security programs in nuclear facilities. Current projects include DSI: DVAC (2025), JUNO Mini Project (2023-2024), and Resilience for Cyber-Physical Energy Systems (2022-2024). Prioritizing knowledge exchange , he contributes to cybersecurity education via cyber ranges and international workshops . His team, Security Lancaster , supports nuclear sector cybersecurity through practical tools like the Goosewolf intrusion detection system and PLCblockmon for industrial control systems .

• Catalysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Sustainable Energy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Reetta Karinen is a Senior University Lecturer at Aalto University's Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, specializing in catalytic processes for sustainable energy and biofuels. With over 67 research outputs and 3 major projects, her work bridges industrial applications (e.g., Neste collaboration) and fundamental catalyst science, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through renewable fuel research. Her academic qualifications include: Doctoral Degree (Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology, June 6, 2002) Licentiate Degree (Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology, March 28, 2000) Master's Degree (Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology, September 4, 1997) Research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis for biomass conversion, particularly hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) and hydrodenitrogenation (HDN) of oxygen/nitrogen compounds like furfural, amides, and fatty acids. She pioneers atomic layer deposition for catalyst modification and zeolite characterization techniques, targeting efficient CO2-to-methanol conversion and bio-oil upgrading to hydrocarbons. Her fingerprint highlights zirconia-based catalysts (100% focus), Pt systems (39%), and ceria-zirconia composites (38%). Recent publications (2024-2025) emphasize support material engineering and promoter effects in HDN/HDO reactions. Key trends include zinc-modified copper catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation, Pt catalyst selectivity in amide conversion, and zirconia support optimization for amine hydrotreatment. All recent works address renewable fuel synthesis challenges, with 100% focus on catalyst design for sustainable chemistry. Scientific recognition includes: Young Scientists' Prize, International Association of Catalysis Societies (2000) She has supervised 7 theses and secured significant grants as Principal Investigator, including two Academy of Finland projects (2014-2017 microreactors; 2015-2018 biorefinery water reforming) and the industry-funded Neste-Aalto HDN Catalyst Development (2019-2023). Her grants target hydrogen production from biorefinery fractions and precious metal catalyst durability. Karinen operates within Aalto's catalysis research group, collaborating internationally on projects involving Pt, Cu, and NiMo catalysts. Her team leverages atomic layer deposition for precise catalyst engineering and conducts extensive reaction studies in microstructured reactors for oxidation and hydrotreatment applications.