جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Elvira Mulyukovaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geophysics
• Mantle Dynamics
• Plate Tectonics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Elvira Mulyukova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. She specializes in geodynamic modeling, focusing on microphysical processes governing planetary evolution. Her work bridges atomic-scale mineral grain physics with global-scale mantle dynamics, emphasizing the interplay between lithospheric deformation and tectonic plate boundary formation. She holds a Ph.D. in Geophysics from GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences (Potsdam, Germany) and completed her M.S. and B.S. in Physics at the University of Oslo (Norway). Her research explores how microscale mechanisms like grain damage and phase mixing influence Earth’s climate stability and biological evolution through tectonic activity. She also investigates planetary habitability, particularly for Venus, by analyzing CO₂ regulation and tectonic regime impacts. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the text. Dr. Mulyukova collaborates with colleagues like D. Bercovici on interdisciplinary projects, such as the Subduction Zone Initiation Database. Her advising activities and associated labs/teams are not detailed in the provided information.

Ericmoore Jossouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Materials Design
• Atomic Scale Simulations
• In Situ Materials Monitoring
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ericmoore Jossou holds the John Clark Hardwick (1986) Professorship and is an Assistant Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT. His research focuses on advancing materials for next-generation nuclear reactors through integrated experimental, computational, and data-science approaches. Key areas include high-throughput machine learning for nuclear fuel design, in situ monitoring of materials under irradiation, and atomic-scale simulations of radiation effects. Leads efforts to develop accident-tolerant fuels and high-entropy alloys using novel synthesis and characterization techniques. Develops multimodal imaging tools for real-time material analysis, including 3D X-ray tomography and Bragg coherent diffraction. Explores machine learning applications in materials discovery, phase prediction, and high-speed video segmentation. His work addresses critical challenges in nuclear energy sustainability, such as improving fuel performance under extreme conditions and enhancing materials durability for advanced reactor systems. Recent contributions include studies on uranium-doped fuel microstructures, strain relaxation mechanisms, and thermal conductivity optimization of composite materials. Research outputs span computational modeling, experimental validation, and data-driven methodologies, with a focus on bridging atomic-scale mechanisms to macroscopic material behavior.

• Isotope geology
• Geochronology
• Crustal evolution
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Chris Kirkland is a leading academic in isotope geology and geochronology at Curtin University's School of Earth and Planetary Sciences, part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He specializes in crustal evolution, tectonics, and mineral systems, focusing on the timing and mechanisms of geological processes. His research integrates advanced analytical techniques like laser ablation ICP-MS and secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) to study ancient rocks and mineral deposits. He holds a BSc in Geoscience from the University of St Andrews and a PhD in isotope geology from University College Dublin. Postdoctoral work at the Swedish Museum of Natural History preceded his move to Western Australia in 2008, where he contributed to the Geological Survey of Western Australia's development of isotope geology programs. Research interests span Proterozoic mineral systems, detrital zircon provenance analysis, and the evolution of early Earth's crust. He leads the Timescales of Mineral Systems Group, applying geochronology to reduce exploration risks and address geological questions across deep time. Notable projects include studies on the Yarrabubba impact structure (Earth's oldest confirmed meteorite crater) and the thermal history of Hadean continents. Teaching roles include coordinating the Mineral Exploration and Mining Geology stream in the MSc program and lecturing on tectonics and geology mapping. His work has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature , Nature Geoscience , and Earth and Planetary Science Letters .

Bruno Vieira Ribeiroمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Mineral Deformation
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Tectonics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bruno Vieira Ribeiro is a Research Fellow at Curtin University's John de Laeter Centre within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He also holds a Lecturer position in the same faculty since 2022, contributing to courses such as Structural Geology and Geological Mapping. His research focuses on multidisciplinary geoscience, including rock deformation processes, accessory mineral geochemistry, and tectonic events. He specializes in developing analytical tools using laser ablation mass spectrometry, such as mica Rb-Sr and garnet Lu-Hf geochronology. Bruno has been recognized with awards including the 2023 Curtin Research and Engagement Awards (Early Career Researcher) and the 2021 Best Referee for Geoscience Frontiers . His work bridges microscale mineral analysis with large-scale tectonic reconstructions, particularly in the Ribeira Belt (Brazil) and Pilbara Craton (Australia). Key research themes include continental margin evolution, supercontinent assembly, and deformation mechanisms in shear zones. Teaching roles: Course Coordinator for Masters of Geosciences and instructor for Structural Geology, Fieldwork Techniques, and Geological Mapping. Research affiliations: Monash University (2019–2023 as Teaching Assistant/Online e-Exams supervisor). His publications (over 25 articles) span structural geology, geochronology, and tectonics, with recent emphasis on Rb-Sr and Lu-Hf dating of deformation-related minerals. Collaborative projects involve institutions like the University of Western Australia and Monash University. Bruno is actively involved in the Curtin Research and Engagement community and contributes to the Office of the Provost's initiatives.

• Materials Engineering
• Welding Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Madeleine Du Toit is a Professor at the University of Wollongong (UoW), serving as Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences since 2022. She joined UoW in 2014 and is also the Academic Program Director for Materials Engineering. Her academic background includes BEng, MEng, and PhD degrees in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Pretoria, followed by an MEng in Welding Engineering from the University of the Witwatersrand. Roles: Professor, Associate Dean, Academic Program Director Affiliations: University of Wollongong, Weld Australia (Board Chair since 2023, Director since 2015) Certifications: International Welding Engineer (IWE), Certified Materials Professional (CMatP) Her research focuses on welding metallurgy of steels, aluminum alloys, and corrosion resistance. Notable projects include eliminating post-weld heat treatment for pipeline steels and developing novel braze repair techniques. She has secured funding for equipment upgrades and international collaborations, including with TU Delft. Teaching responsibilities include courses on materials in design, welding engineering, and engineering alloys. She has supervised multiple PhD students on topics like phase transformations in steels and hydrogen-assisted cracking. Awards: Harvey-Shacklock Gold Medal (2015, 2013, 2007), TMS Best Conference Manuscript (2019), SAIMM Gold/Silver Medals (1997) Fellowships: Engineers Australia, South African Academy of Engineering, Southern African Institute of Welding Leadership roles include chairing Weld Australia’s Board and Audit Committee, and serving on national councils for Materials Australia and the Australian Research Council.

Sara Adibiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Materials Science
• Metallurgy
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sara Adibi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at San Diego State University (SDSU), affiliated with the College of Engineering. Her primary email is sadibi@sdsu.edu , and her website is https://sadibi.sdsu.edu . Her research focuses on advanced materials science, particularly metallic alloys, nanomaterials, and computational modeling of material behavior under extreme conditions. Her research interests include hydrogen embrittlement in steels, molecular dynamics simulations of nanoscale materials, and the development of interatomic potentials for predictive material modeling. She explores topics such as vacancy clustering in metals, mechanical properties of magnesium alloys for biomedical applications, and the design of high-entropy alloys using machine learning. Her work spans from fundamental atomic-level studies to practical applications in engineering materials. Notable trends in her publications include computational materials engineering (ICME), analysis of material failure mechanisms (e.g., spallation and cavitation), and the integration of machine learning for property prediction. Dr. Adibi has not listed any advising students or grants in the provided information, though her research portfolio suggests active involvement in materials-related projects. She is associated with SDSU's mechanical engineering department and contributes to the broader engineering and materials science communities through her publications and academic role.

Ian Chesserمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Applied Science
• Materials Science
• Modeling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ian Chesser is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at George Mason University’s Department of Physics and Astronomy. His work bridges materials science, physics, and computational modeling. Education PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (2020) BS in Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2016) Research Focus Dr. Chesser specializes in modeling microstructural evolution in crystalline materials, with projects involving atomistic simulations of interface diffusion, creep in metal-ceramic composites, and data-driven theories for atomic dynamics during defect nucleation and motion. Awards National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (2016-2020) Krivobok-Brooks Award for Microscopy (2020) Bradford and Diane Smith Graduate Fellowship in Engineering (2018) Contact: ichesser@gmu.edu

Omar Husseinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Applied Mathematics
• Computational Methods
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Omar Hussein is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Physics & Astronomy Department at George Mason University, affiliated as Research Faculty. He is also an external collaborator at the MaCl Institute at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. His work focuses on materials science, engineering, and applied mathematics, with emphasis on computational methods like atomistic simulation and phase-field modeling. Education: PhD & MS in Mechanical Engineering (Clemson University, 2023/2022), BSc from University of Jordan (2019) Research Interests: Materials interfaces, thermodynamics/kinetics of materials, radiation damage, mechanical behavior, and nanoscale manufacturing His recent work investigates metal-nonmetal interphase boundary diffusion using atomistic modeling. Publications span topics like sintering mechanisms, grain boundary instabilities, and nanocrystalline alloy stabilization. Notable awards include the GEMS Award and multiple travel grants for conference presentations. Collaborations include Yuri Mishin's research group and the MaCl Institute. His research bridges theoretical analysis with experimental validation, addressing challenges in materials design and manufacturing at micro/nanoscales.

John Menziesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Glacial Geology
• Sedimentology
• Micromorphology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John Menzies is a Professor of Earth Sciences at Brock University, specializing in glacial geology, sedimentology, and micromorphology. He holds editorial roles in journals like Quaternary Science Reviews and Sedimentary Geology . His career spans over four decades, with extensive research on subglacial tills, drumlins, and glacial microstructures. He has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to landmark publications, including co-editing Past Glacial Environments . Education: Ph.D. (University of Edinburgh), B.Sc. (University of Aberdeen). Career highlights include roles as Chair of Geography at Brock and adjunct professorships. Research focuses on glacial sedimentology, with notable work on Neoproterozoic diamictites and Laurentide Ice Sheet dynamics. He received the 2023 Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences Best Paper Award for pioneering micromorphological analyses. Teaching includes courses on geomorphology, glacial geology, and sedimentology. Professional activities include organizing international micromorphology workshops and serving on editorial boards. His work bridges field studies, laboratory analysis, and theoretical frameworks to advance understanding of glacial processes and ancient environments.

• Experimental Petrology
• Geochemistry
• Planetary Differentiation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Raúl O.C. Fonseca serves as Chair of Experimental Petrology and Geochemistry at Ruhr University Bochum since 2019. His research combines high-pressure experiments with isotope geochemistry to investigate planetary differentiation, terrestrial magmatism, and element cycling in extreme conditions. Education : PhD in Geochemistry (Australian National University, 2007); Licentiateship in Geology (University of Lisbon, 2002) Key Research Areas : Trace element and stable isotope behavior during mantle melting/crystallization Fe-S melt mobility in planetary interiors Ti/B isotope applications to Archean crust formation and lunar evolution Diamond genesis through sulfide melt interactions Projects : Funded by DFG Heisenberg Professorship until 2024, with ongoing grants through 2028 for studies on: Metallic melt migration dynamics Ti isotopes in Archean TTG rocks Boron isotope fluid tracing in subduction zones Teaching : Courses in Earth materials, igneous petrology, geochemical methods, and high-temperature thermodynamics Editorial Roles : Associate Editor for Geochemical Perspectives Letters and Advances in Geochemistry and Cosmochemistry

• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
• Craniofacial Morphology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Freidline is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Central Florida (UCF), part of the College of Sciences. Her research focuses on paleoanthropology, specifically the evolution and development of human craniofacial morphology. She employs state-of-the-art methods including geometric morphometrics and surface histology to study fossil hominins, reconstructing virtual fossils and analyzing growth patterns in species like Homo erectus, Neanderthals, and modern humans. Dr. Freidline holds a Ph.D. from the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI-EVA) in Leipzig, Germany (2012). She served as a postdoctoral researcher at MPI-EVA's Department of Human Evolution until 2020. Her work addresses critical questions about the evolutionary origins of modern human facial features, integrating macroscopic and microscopic analyses to explore intraspecific variation and developmental processes. Her research highlights include developing novel 3D methods for quantifying bone histology, studying facial gracilization in hominids, and reconstructing Middle/Late Pleistocene fossils from Northern Africa and Southeast Asia. She currently supervises a PhD project on mandibular evolution and collaborates on projects like the Tam Pà Ling cave in Laos, which provides evidence of early Homo sapiens presence in Southeast Asia. Key grants and collaborations involve international partnerships with institutions like MPI-EVA and fieldwork initiatives. Dr. Freidline's lab focuses on computational paleoanthropology, combining advanced imaging techniques with evolutionary theory to reconstruct human origins.

Dan Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Materials Science
• Microstructure Science
• Image Driven Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dan Lewis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), part of the School of Engineering. His research focuses on microstructure science, mesoscopic modeling, and image-driven machine learning applied to materials design. He has held roles including Director of RPI’s Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Research Lab and oversees the Materials Day Camp for high school students. Lewis earned his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Lehigh University (1995–2001). Notable awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2011) for studying materials structure at high temperatures. His work bridges computational methods and experimental techniques, addressing challenges in advanced materials for energy systems and structural applications. He is affiliated with RPI’s Center for Computational Innovations (CCI), Center for Future Energy Systems (CFES), and CMDIS. Recent research includes studies on high-entropy alloys, oxidation-resistant coatings, and stochasticity in materials behavior. Education: Ph.D., M.S., B.S. in Materials Science from Lehigh University Affiliations: CCI, CFES, CMDIS Key Projects: NSF CAREER Award (2011), Machine Learning in Materials Design His research interests emphasize the interplay between microstructure, processing, and material performance, leveraging advanced imaging and computational tools. Recent publications highlight innovations in grain growth modeling, oxidation mechanisms, and AI-driven materials characterization.

Xinfang Jinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Thermal fluids
• Transport phenomena
• Energy storage and conversion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xinfang Jin is an Associate Professor at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Texas at Dallas , specializing in Mechanical Engineering. Her research bridges thermal fluids, transport phenomena, and energy storage/conversion technologies. Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering (2014), University of South Carolina M.S., Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering (2007), University of Science & Technology, Beijing B.S., Thermal and Dynamic Engineering (2004), University of Science & Technology, Beijing Dr. Jin focuses on multi-physics modeling and microstructure design for systems like solid oxide fuel/electrolysis cells, lithium-ion batteries, and redox batteries. Her work integrates electrochemical characterization and mathematical algorithm development , particularly for electric vehicle battery control. Recent publications highlight advancements in membrane reactor design , crack growth prediction in electrolysis cells, and non-aqueous redox flow battery optimization . Themes include energy efficiency, materials durability, and system integration. 2024 NSF CAREER Award 2019 UMass Lowell recognition for prolific publications Outstanding graduate and mentor awards from Beijing (2007, 2006) Her affiliations include the Mechanical Engineering Faculty and Jonsson School at UT Dallas, with research collaborations spanning electrochemical systems and renewable energy integration.

Ashley Paz y Puenteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Physical Metallurgy
• Phase Transformations
• Diffusion Reactions and Kinetics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Ashley Paz y Puente is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at the University of Cincinnati since August 2016. She leads the Reaction and Transformation Engineering (RATE) Laboratory, focusing on metallic materials processing, phase transformations, and diffusion kinetics. Her research emphasizes Kirkendall effect-driven microtube fabrication, additive manufacturing of metallic scaffolds, and high-temperature alloy characterization using in situ X-ray tomography. Education: PhD (2016) in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University; MS (2012) and BS (2011) in Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida. Research interests span physical metallurgy, intermetallics, diffusion coatings, and shape memory alloys. She has secured over $1.4M in NSF grants, including a CAREER Award (2022–2027), exploring vacancy migration and Kirkendall pore evolution. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with applications in energy and biomedical systems. Teaching: Courses include MTEN6070/5071 – Phase Transformations. She has mentored undergraduate researchers and served on pedagogical innovation committees at Northwestern University. Awards: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2012), Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship (2008), and Summa Cum Laude (2011).

Edward Davisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Polymer Science
• Biomedical Materials
• Nanocomposites
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Edward Davis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable polymer science, biomedical nanocomposites, and materials recycling. He leads NSF/NIST-funded initiatives on polymer upcycling and sustainable packaging. His work spans polymer degradation analysis (EVOH, underfill materials), recycling technologies (multilayer plastics, K-Cups), and engineering education (community-centered STEM programs, naval applications). Recent publications emphasize thermo-oxidative stability, supercritical CO₂ extraction, and reliability of electronic packaging under thermal stress. His article trends highlight: (1) Sustainable materials engineering, (2) High-temperature reliability, and (3) Educational innovation. No awards or student advisees are documented.