جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Khai D. T. Ngoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Power Electronic Circuits and Control
• Packaging and Integration
• Power Passive Materials and Components
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Khai D. T. Ngo is a Professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. He specializes in power electronics, with a focus on advanced packaging technologies, semiconductor devices, and high-voltage systems. His work includes contributions to unified synthesis and modeling of switched-mode converters, recognized by his 2015 IEEE Fellow designation. Education: Ph.D., Caltech (1984); M.S.E.E., Caltech (1980); B.S.E.E., California State Polytechnic University (1979). Research interests encompass power electronic circuits, energy harvesting, RF power electronics, and materials for high-performance power systems. His recent work emphasizes medium-voltage converters, field-grading coatings for high-voltage modules, and heterogeneous integration of wide bandgap devices. Key awards include IEEE Fellow (2015) for contributions to power converter synthesis and modeling. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Center for Power Electronics Systems (CPES), Virginia Tech, focusing on high-density integration, power management, and renewable energy systems.

Flemming Stassenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Integrated Circuits
• Design for Test
• Fault-Tolerant Circuits
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Flemming Stassen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He specializes in integrated systems design with a focus on test methodologies and fault-tolerant circuits. Since 1999, he has served on the appeal board for patents and trademarks under Denmark's Ministry of Business and Growth. His research interests span CMOS technology (including 90nm and 0.25 micron processes), high-speed low-power design, and curriculum development for engineering programs. He has contributed to CDIO-based curricula at DTU and authored textbooks on semiconductor design principles. Recent work emphasizes merging interdisciplinary educational programs and advancing low-power circuit techniques. His publications reflect a 40-year career in electronics innovation, from transistor history to modern nanometer-scale design. Projects: SecClo Master's Program in Security and Cloud Computing (2021–2026), UAV Ground Control System (2015–2016) Awards: DTU International Faculty of the Year (2001) Professional Activities: Peer reviewer for SecClo Network Meetings, organizer of computer arithmetic conferences He leads educational initiatives in embedded systems engineering and collaborates on security-focused graduate programs.

Tobias Jürgen Erbمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Synthetic Biology
• Biochemistry
• Metabolic Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Tobias J. Erb is a leading chemical biologist and Max Planck Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Marburg, Germany, since 2014. He holds a Professorship in Biology at Philipps-Universität Marburg (since 2018) and serves as Director and Head of the Department of Biochemistry and Synthetic Metabolism . Erb's work focuses on synthetic metabolism, particularly developing novel enzymatic pathways for CO2 fixation and carbon conversion. Academic Affiliation: Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Philipps-Universität Marburg Rank: Professor / Director Location: Marburg, Germany Research Interests revolve around: Synthetic CO2-fixation pathways Enzymatic carbon conversion Artificial cell systems Metabolic network engineering Photosynthetic efficiency optimization His research team has developed in vitro synthetic metabolic networks and pioneered "Photosynthesis 2.0" concepts. The group's work spans natural enzyme biochemistry to artificial organelles and cells, with applications in biofuels and pharmaceuticals. Recent publications highlight advances in: Engineering new-to-nature CO2-converting enzymes Implementing synthetic pathways in E. coli and cyanobacteria Developing electrobiological modules for carbon reduction Creating computational tools for metabolic sensor design Scientific Awards include: ERC Advanced Grantee (2024) Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize (2024) Future Insight Prize (2022) ERC Starting Grantee (2015) C&EN "Talented 12" (2015) His advising team includes 18 doctoral researchers and 5 master students working on projects like: Designing artificial chloroplasts Engineering carbon fixation pathways Developing novel biosensors Creating electrobiological systems The group maintains extensive collaborations with theoretical biophysics departments, industry partners, and international researchers, including a long-term partnership with Prof. Esteban Vöhringer-Martinez's quantum dynamics team in Chile.

James DiFriscoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Developmental Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Biological Individuality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James DiFrisco is a philosopher of science and theoretical biologist specializing in developmental and evolutionary biology. He currently serves as a Group Leader at the Francis Crick Institute, leading a research group focused on conceptual theoretical biology. His academic journey includes a PhD in Philosophy from KU Leuven (2015), followed by postdoctoral fellowships at the Konrad Lorenz Institute for Evolution and Cognition Research (Austria) and KU Leuven, and a visiting position at Yale University's Systems Biology Institute (2020). His work bridges philosophy and empirical biology, addressing themes such as biological individuality, levels of organization, and the dynamics of developmental systems. Research interests include the theoretical foundations of evolutionary and developmental biology, with a focus on homology, trait individuation, and the integration of dynamical systems approaches. Collaborations with institutions like Yale University and the Wagner lab have advanced his studies on modular characters and evolutionary novelty. Key publications from 2020–2025 explore interdisciplinary frameworks, such as 'Beyond Networks' (2025), which redefines dynamical systems modeling, and 'Biological agency' (2025), critiquing evolutionary research paradigms. His work emphasizes conceptual clarity in biological theories and their philosophical underpinnings. Labs/Teams: Leads the Conceptual Theoretical Biology group at the Crick Institute, fostering cross-disciplinary research at the interface of philosophy and life sciences.

Sanja Fidlerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
• 3D Reconstruction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sanja Fidler is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto (Department of Computer Science) within the Mathematical and Computational Sciences School. She is also a co-founder and affiliated faculty at the Vector Institute and serves as VP of AI Research at NVIDIA. Her research focuses on the intersection of Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Graphics, with emphasis on 3D reconstruction, generative models, and interactive methods. She previously held a Research Assistant Professor position at the Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago. Research Interests: Dr. Fidler specializes in Computer Vision and Machine Learning, particularly in areas such as 3D vision, 3D reconstruction/synthesis, object detection, and interactive scene understanding. Her work bridges graphics and vision, addressing challenges in geometric representations, generative models, and real-world applications like medical imaging and autonomous systems. Awards: She has received notable awards including the Canada CIFAR AI Chair (2018), Connaught Innovation Award (2020), NVIDIA Pioneer of AI Award (2016), and multiple outstanding reviewer distinctions at top conferences. Her teaching excellence was recognized with the Professor of the Year award by UofT's CS Student Union in 2014/2015. Collaborations & Labs: Leading the NVIDIA Toronto AI Research Lab and contributing to initiatives at the Vector Institute, her work integrates academic and industrial research. She co-organized workshops on topics like 'Geometry Meets Deep Learning' and '3D Indoor Scene Understanding' at major conferences.

• Computer Music
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Kiefer is a Professor of Musical Instrument Design at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities. His work bridges music technology, computer science, and arts, focusing on musician-computer interaction, physical computing, and machine learning. He leads projects such as the AHRC-funded 'Musically Embodied Machine Learning' and co-ran the 'Feedback Musicianship Network.' His research involves developing innovative instruments like the Nalima and Feedback Cello, emphasizing participatory design and dynamical systems analysis. Key research areas include feedback musicianship, livecoding, embedded AI for musical interfaces, and ecoacoustics. He has secured multiple grants, including from AHRC and NERC, and collaborates internationally in conferences like NIME and Sound and Music Computing. His work spans signal processing, tangible interfaces, and interdisciplinary performance systems, with a focus on embodied AI and sustainable technological practices. Grants: AHRC Fellowship (2024-2025), Musically Embodied Machine Learning; AHRC Feedback Musicianship Network (2021-2022) Notable Instruments: Nalima, Feedback Cello, uSEQ Eurorack module Key Publications: Focus on livecoding tools, feedback systems, robot music theatre, and embedded machine learning architectures His labs and collaborations emphasize merging computational creativity with traditional musical practices, fostering innovation in both academic and artistic domains.

• Robotics
• Collaborative Robotics
• Safety Assurance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. James Douthwaite is a Researcher at the University of Sheffield's School of Computer Science, affiliated with the Complex Systems Modelling research group. His work focuses on intelligent sensing and tracking for collaborative robotics tasks, emphasizing safety assurance, digital twinning, and augmented reality applications. He holds a position as a Research Associate, contributing to advancements in human-robot collaboration, cyber-physical systems, and multi-agent systems. His research interests include safety frameworks for robotics, digital twin integration, and collision avoidance algorithms for autonomous systems. He explores methodologies to enhance safety in manufacturing cobots and develops modular frameworks for real-time system testing. His work bridges theoretical control systems with practical applications in robotics and aerospace engineering. Notable contributions include studies on augmented reality-based safety zone visualizations, verified safety controller synthesis, and comparative analyses of velocity obstacle approaches for multi-agent navigation. His research often intersects with industry needs, addressing challenges in autonomous vehicle coordination and industrial automation. Dr. Douthwaite's publications span topics from digital twin-driven testing of cyber-physical systems to symbolic computation for VTOL aircraft autonomy. His work highlights a strong emphasis on validation, verification, and real-world deployability of robotic systems.

Jaleh Bararمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Drug Development
• Gene and Protein Therapeutics
• Cellular Drug Delivery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jaleh Barar is a Professor at Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, specializing in multifunctional drug delivery systems and nanomedicine. She holds a Pharm.D. from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (1994) and a Ph.D. from Cardiff University (2004). As Editor-in-Chief of Bioimpacts , she contributes to advancing biomedical research. Her teaching spans courses like Pharmacy Skill Development II and Advanced Topics in Pharmaceutical Sciences . Her research focuses on cancer drug development, gene/protein therapeutics, and targeted nanomedicines. Key achievements include over 230 peer-reviewed articles (H-index 49), 17 book chapters, and recognition as a top 1% global scientist by WoS-ESI since 2020. She has supervised 40+ PharmD and 20+ Ph.D. students, emphasizing translational research in drug delivery and regenerative medicine. Dr. Barar’s work bridges nanotechnology and medicine, with innovations in hydrogels, aptamer-functionalized nanoparticles, and mRNA vaccine carriers. Her studies explore applications in osteogenesis, ocular delivery, and photothermal cancer therapy. Her awards reflect her global impact in biomedical innovation. Her lab focuses on scaffold-free tissue engineering, smart biomaterials, and nanoscale theranostics. She collaborates internationally to address challenges in drug delivery, with a focus on overcoming biological barriers and enhancing therapeutic efficacy through nanomedicine platforms.

Stefano Carrettaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Theoretical Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Stefano Carretta is a Full Professor of Physics of Matter at the University of Parma, leading research in theoretical physics with a focus on quantum computing, molecular nanomagnets, and chirality-induced phenomena. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Parma (2005) and has held roles at the National Institute for the Physics of Matter and the National Interuniversity Consortium for the Physical Sciences of Matter (CNISM). His research combines theoretical work with experimental collaboration, targeting applications in quantum computing, magnetic refrigeration, and materials science. He teaches courses such as Quantum Information and Computing , Magnetism and Quantum Computing , and Physics 2 at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. His work includes over 160 publications (h-index 41), with notable contributions to neutron spectroscopy (e.g., MIRACLES project at ESS) and the development of molecular spin qudits. Awards include the 2006 Le Scienze Medal and the 2011 Olivier Kahn Award. Research interests span molecular magnetism, multipolar interactions in f-electron systems, and quantum error correction. Collaborations include experimental groups worldwide and large-scale facilities like the European Spallation Source. He currently serves as an editor for Scientific Reports and referee for top journals (e.g., Physical Review Letters ). Education: PhD in Physics (2005, University of Parma) Key Roles: Full Professor (2019–present), ERC Synergy Project PI, MIRACLES spectrometer co-proposer Labs/Teams: Active in experimental-theoretical collaborations (e.g., neutron scattering, molecular synthesis) Grants: Multiple national/international projects, including European initiatives

• Microbial Biotechnology
• Industrial Biotechnology
• Systems Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Brigitte Gasser is an Associate Professor of Microbial Systems Biotechnology at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). She leads the "Sustainable Production" area at the Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology (acib) and heads the CD Laboratory for Growth-Decoupled Protein Production in Yeast. Her research focuses on optimizing yeast-based bioproduction systems, particularly Pichia pastoris and Komagataella phaffii, to enhance recombinant protein secretion and metabolic engineering for autotrophic growth using CO 2 . Education highlights include a Doctorate (2007) and Habilitation in Molecular Biotechnology (2013) from BOKU, alongside research stays at VTT Biotechnology (Finland). She has pioneered breakthroughs like CO 2 fixation in yeast (earning the 2019 BOKU Innovation Award) and engineered synthetic Calvin cycles for autotrophic growth (2019, 2020). Her work integrates systems biology approaches with genetic engineering, addressing bottlenecks in protein secretion, oxidative folding, and metabolic pathways. Notable achievements include enhanced protein production via vacuolar sorting disruption (2019), transcription factor engineering, and modular cloning systems (GoldenPiCS). Awards span academic and industry recognition, including the FEMS Yeast Research Best Article (2022), Science2Business Award (2012), and multiple poster awards for yeast physiology research. She advises on microbial biotechnology projects and contributes to knowledge transfer through industry partnerships and academic leadership roles.

Thomas W Leslieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architecture
• Building Physics
• Chicago Skyscrapers
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas W. Leslie is a Professor at the University of Illinois’ School of Architecture, specializing in architectural history with a focus on skyscraper development, structural engineering, and urban history. His research explores the intersection of technology, politics, and culture in architectural evolution, particularly in Chicago and 20th-century Italian works like those by Pier Luigi Nervi. Key works include Chicago Skyscrapers, 1934-1986 (2023), analyzing how political, financial, and racial dynamics shaped the city’s skyline, and Design-Tech: Building Science for Architects (2025), a pedagogical text addressing building physics. He has also written extensively on Nervi’s contributions to modernist architecture and preservation efforts for his structures. Research Interests: Chicago skyscraper history, structural engineering aesthetics, material innovation, and the cultural impact of architecture. Awards: ACSA Distinguished Professor Award (2023), Pattis Family Foundation Global Cities Book Award (2024). His articles span topics from 19th-century skyscraper materials to post-war construction techniques, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to architectural history. Leslie’s work bridges historical analysis with practical applications, influencing both academic discourse and contemporary design practices.

Laurence Boothمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Architecture
• Residential Design
• Commercial Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laurence Booth serves as Clinical Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. As principal of Booth Hansen Architects, he bridges academic theory with professional practice in architectural design. His educational background includes: B.A. from Stanford University (1958) Graduate studies at Harvard University Graduate School of Design (1958-59) Bachelor of Architecture from MIT (1960) Booth's research focuses on architectural innovation across residential, commercial, and urban contexts. His work examines light integration in structures like the House of Light, historic preservation in Chicago's Printer's Row revitalization, and sustainable approaches to religious and community spaces. He explores architectural history through both practice and scholarly work, including his theatrical analysis of Schinkel's legacy. His publication portfolio from 1970-1987 reveals consistent exploration of spatial organization, material innovation, and contextual responsiveness. Articles demonstrate evolving expertise from early residential experiments to complex urban interventions, with recurring themes of light manipulation, historical reinterpretation, and sustainable material use. Award recognition includes: Best Precast Project (2025) AIA People’s Choice Awards Finalist for St. Joseph Island Retreat (2024) AIA Chicago 'Gift-Worthy Read' designation for Modern Beyond Style (2024) While specific student advisement details aren't documented, Booth's influence extends through Booth Hansen's active projects like the Solar House and proposed Bears Stadium. The firm maintains research momentum through ongoing urban design initiatives including the Clarendon Community Center and UIC Computer Design Center. Booth Hansen operates as both design laboratory and professional practice, recently completing The Porter (2025) and breaking ground on 2700 N. Pine Grove (2024). Current projects span residential retreats, cultural institutions, and urban infrastructure, reflecting decades of accumulated design expertise.

• Nanotechnology
• Manufacturing Processes
• Automation and Control Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Placid Ferreira is the Tungchao Julia Lu Professor of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). He holds affiliate positions in the Micro-Nanotechnology Laboratory and leads the Micro-Nano Mechanical Systems Lab. His academic career includes roles as Department Head (2009–2015) and Director of the NSF-funded Nano-CEMMS Center (2003–2010). Ferreira's expertise spans nanoscale manufacturing, MEMS/NEMS, precision engineering, and advanced materials processing. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University (1987), M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Bombay (1982), B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bombay (1980). Research interests focus on nanopositioning systems, programmable automation, and nanofabrication techniques like electrochemical nanoimprinting. His work bridges computational modeling (e.g., die casting simulations) with experimental innovations in additive manufacturing and heat exchanger design. Notable contributions include solid-state superionic stamping (S4) for patterning and machine learning-driven process optimization. Recent publications (2020–2022) emphasize AI integration into manufacturing, including surrogate neural networks for uncertainty quantification and deep learning for fouling prediction. Ferreira has pioneered modular transfer printing techniques for heterogeneous device assembly and developed anti-scaling surface coatings. His research also addresses precision machining challenges, such as coordinate frame adjustments to mitigate casting/fixturing errors. Awards: AAAS Fellow (2014), NSF Presidential Young Investigator (1991), SME Outstanding Young Engineer (1990). He advises graduate students and collaborates with industry partners like Caterpillar and SFM Technologies. Ferreira’s labs focus on nanoscale systems, flexible automation, and energy-efficient manufacturing solutions.

• Software Engineering
• Software Documentation
• Software Maintenance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Seham Alharbi is a Research Student in the Department of Computer Science at the University of York, affiliated with the Automated Software Engineering research group. Her academic background includes an MSc in Software Systems and Internet Technology from the University of Sheffield (UK) and a BSc in Information Technology from Qassim University (Saudi Arabia). Prior to her research, she held a Lecturer position at Qassim University (2020-2021) and served as a Teaching Assistant there from 2013 to 2017. Her research interests focus on improving software documentation and maintenance through advancements in API code example design and program comprehension. This includes investigating how source code linearity impacts developer understanding of API examples, developing automated tools for generating maintainable API documentation, and exploring XML database architectures for engineering education systems. Alharbi's work bridges software engineering practices with human-centric design principles, aiming to enhance developer productivity and software sustainability. She collaborates within the Automated Software Engineering group at York, contributing to projects that address real-world challenges in software development and education infrastructure.

• Cryptography
• Industrial Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Benedikt Schmidt is a researcher affiliated with Darmstadt University of Technology , Germany, and has contributed to diverse fields including Cryptography , Industrial Artificial Intelligence , and Formal Verification . His work focuses on mathematical proofs for cryptographic systems, AI-driven industrial process optimization, and human-computer interaction in technical environments. Key collaborations with leading cryptographers like Gilles Barthe and Andre Scedrov Recent 2025 publications on alarm prediction transformers and multimodal AI in industrial contexts Research Themes span: Cryptography : Automated analysis of security assumptions, structure-preserving signatures, predicate encodings. Industrial AI : Virtual assistants, alarm prediction models, process automation. Ethics & Security : Explainability in ML for psychiatry, key confirmation protocols. Notable conferences include CCS, CRYPTO, IEEE Security & Privacy, and journals like J. Cryptol. and Eng. Appl. Artif. Intell.