جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Guillermo Amadorمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biophysics
• Biomaterials
• Biomechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Guillermo Amador is an Assistant Professor in the Experimental Zoology department at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on understanding how animals interact with complex environments through locomotion, adhesion, and fluid dynamics. He investigates biological systems like insects, plants, and marine organisms to inspire bio-engineered solutions for robotics, microfluidics, and material science. Amador received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (USA), followed by postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (Germany) and a Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellowship at TU Delft (Netherlands). His expertise spans biophysics, biomaterials, and biomechanics, with a focus on self-cleaning mechanisms and bioadhesion. He collaborates with the 4TU consortium on Dutch Soft Robotics to develop bio-inspired designs. His work bridges fundamental biology with engineering applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to solve challenges in robotics and environmental science. Amador teaches courses including Biomimetics and Functional Zoology , integrating his research into education. His research highlights include studies on cuttlefish suction cups, stick insect adhesion, and pollen transport mechanisms in pollinators.

Ron H.J. Peerlingsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Micromechanics
• Micro-plasticity
• Multiscale modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ron H.J. Peerlings is Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) , where he leads the Mechanics of Materials research group. Promoted to Associate Professor in 2007 after joining as Assistant Professor in 2000, he has built an extensive portfolio in theoretical and computational mechanics of materials. Education: PhD (1999) – Eindhoven University of Technology, thesis: Enhanced damage modelling for fracture and fatigue Post-doctoral research (1999–2000) – University of Cambridge, Engineering Department Research interests revolve around micromechanics , micro-plasticity , multiscale modelling , homogenisation , damage and fracture , and enriched continuum theories . His work spans advanced high-strength steels, composites, paper and fibrous networks, with strong emphasis on coupling rigorous theoretical developments to industrially motivated problems. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a clear trajectory towards integrating advanced experimental techniques (e.g., digital image correlation, micro-mechanical testing) with high-fidelity computational frameworks such as crystal-plasticity finite-element modelling, FFT-based solvers and micromorphic homogenisation. Dominant themes include: Deformation and fracture in lath martensite and dual-phase steels Hygro-mechanics of paper and fibrous networks Pattern-transforming mechanical metamaterials Discrete-to-continuum scale bridging methods Scientific awards are not explicitly listed in the provided material; however, his prolific output (294 research items, >6500 citations) attests to significant peer recognition. Teaching & supervision: He delivers courses on Computational Mechanics – Numerical Methods for Fluids and Solids and Fracture Mechanics – Theory and Application , and has supervised >80 student works and numerous PhD candidates whose names appear on joint publications. Laboratory & teams: He heads the Group Peerlings within the Mechanics of Materials cluster, maintaining close collaboration with the Mechanics of Materials Group Geers and extensive national/international experimental and computational networks.

• Autonomous Systems
• Robotics
• Motion Planning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Javier Alonso-Mora is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Delft University of Technology, specializing in Learning & Autonomous Control. His research focuses on autonomous systems, robotics, motion planning, and transportation logistics, with applications in mobile manipulation, dynamic environments, and urban mobility. He leads key projects such as INTERACT (Intuitive Interaction for Robots among Humans) and ACT (Perceptive Acting Under Uncertainty), exploring human-robot interaction, autonomous vehicles, and healthcare robotics. Notable achievements include an ERC Starting Grant (2022) and a Veni Grant (2017). His work addresses challenges in robot navigation, control systems, and fleet optimization, with contributions to both theoretical advancements and practical implementations. Projects like TRiLOGy focus on sustainable water transportation, while HARMONY advances assistive robotics in healthcare. Alonso-Mora’s research leverages geometric fabrics for motion planning, probabilistic modeling for dynamic environments, and multi-agent coordination. He collaborates internationally and contributes to open-source frameworks for robotics. His recent publications emphasize safety-aware control, instance-aware semantic mapping, and adaptive systems for cluttered environments.

• Corporate Entrepreneurship
• Organizational Ambidexterity
• Strategic Renewal
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Justin Jansen is a Professor of Corporate Entrepreneurship at Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) within Erasmus University Rotterdam. Affiliated since 2001, his academic career spans over two decades. He holds a PhD in Management (2005) from Erasmus University. His research focuses on organizational growth, strategic renewal, and leadership dynamics in fast-growing firms. He co-founded the Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship (ECE) and pioneered the European ScaleUp Institute, fostering scale-up ecosystems across Europe. His work bridges academia and practice, addressing how organizations navigate paradoxes between exploration and exploitation. He has advised companies and governments on innovation strategies and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Editorships include Journal of Management Studies , and he’s an editorial board member of leading journals like Academy of Management Journal . Notable awards include the ERIM Best Paper Award and being named one of the world’s top entrepreneurship scholars. Research highlights include frameworks for scale-up DNA, leadership roles in ambidextrous organizations, and the role of social networks in corporate-startup collaborations. He co-developed BuildtoGrow, a venture applying research-based game-based learning tools for scaling organizations. Key collaborations include work with the European ScaleUp Institute and advisory roles for governmental agencies on entrepreneurial climate improvement. His 50+ publications span topics like absorptive capacity, strategic agility, and middle management roles in strategy implementation.

Arjan F. Kirkelsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainability Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Technology Assessment
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Arjan F. Kirkels is an Assistant Professor and University Lecturer in the Department of Technology, Innovation & Society within the School of Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His work focuses on sustainability assessments, decision-making in transitions, and interdisciplinary education for sustainable innovation. His research interests include Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Multi-Criteria Assessment (MCA), sustainability transitions, industrial ecology, and systems engineering. He applies these to emerging technologies such as batteries, hydrogen systems, and heat pumps, with a strong emphasis on integrating stakeholder values and addressing deep uncertainties in sustainability decisions. The recent articles highlight a consistent focus on assessing emerging technologies, particularly in renewable energy and circular economy applications. Trends include prospective LCA, experience curves in solar technology, socio-technical impact assessment, and educational innovations in sustainability. His work bridges technical analysis with social and governance dimensions of sustainability transitions. Best Teacher Award, 1st year Bachelor Sustainable Innovation, for course 0SV20 'Industrial Ecology' (2013) Best Teacher Award, 1st year Bachelor Sustainable Innovation, for course 0SV20 'Industrial Ecology' (2018) Best Teacher Award, 1st year Bachelor Sustainable Innovation, for course 0SV20 'Industrial Ecology' (2020) Educational award nomination, bachelor Sustainable Innovation, course 0SK30 Inter-University Sustainability Challenge (2023) Education Award 2024 - master Innovation Sciences (2025) Arjan F. Kirkels has supervised over 100 thesis students and more than 100 interdisciplinary student groups. He has developed and taught over 20 courses and co-authored 4 textbooks and 7 publications on educational innovation. He is currently supervising four researchers: Huiying Liu, Prapti Maharjan, Rishi Bhatnagar, and Seyed Mousavi. His research is supported by projects such as the EU-funded cVPP (Community-based Virtual Power Plant) and studies on Dutch sustainability transitions. He is actively involved in educational initiatives, including MOOC development and challenge-based learning, and contributes to public discourse through media appearances and workshops on sustainability education and systems thinking.

• Geomechanics
• Rock Deformation
• Subsidence Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Fokker is a Researcher at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences, specifically within the Department of Earth Sciences and the Experimental Rock Deformation/HPT group. He is affiliated with the Research Programme in Earth Sciences Utrecht (DES/IVAU) and has been actively publishing in geomechanics, subsidence modeling, and induced seismicity for over three decades. His work primarily focuses on the application of geomechanical principles to understand and model subsurface processes related to resource extraction and geothermal energy. Dr. Fokker's research interests span several interconnected domains in geomechanics and subsurface engineering. His primary focus is on experimental rock deformation , studying how rocks behave under various stress conditions. He has made significant contributions to subsidence modeling , particularly in the context of gas field depletion in the Netherlands. His work on induced seismicity has helped understand the relationship between subsurface operations and seismic events. Additional interests include geothermal energy systems , reservoir engineering , and the application of data assimilation techniques to improve subsurface characterization. His research often bridges theoretical models with practical applications in energy resource management. An analysis of Dr. Fokker's recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a strong focus on practical applications of geomechanics to real-world challenges. His work increasingly integrates InSAR technology and data assimilation methods to monitor and model subsidence processes. There's a clear emphasis on geothermal energy applications , reflecting growing interest in sustainable energy solutions. His research also demonstrates a sophisticated approach to modeling complex reservoir behaviors across multiple scales, from laboratory experiments to field-scale operations. The interdisciplinary nature of his work is evident in collaborations spanning geology, engineering, and environmental science. Dr. Fokker has supervised multiple research projects and students throughout his career, as indicated by the "Supervised Work (4)" reference in his profile. His research has been supported by various grants focused on subsidence modeling, geomechanics of energy resources, and induced seismicity. He has been involved in significant collaborative efforts, including the Dutch National Scientific Research Program on Land Subsidence. Dr. Fokker is part of the Experimental Rock Deformation/HPT group at Utrecht University, which conducts laboratory experiments and develops theoretical models to understand rock behavior under various conditions. His work contributes to the broader research ecosystem focused on sustainable resource management and understanding subsurface processes, with particular relevance to the Dutch context of gas extraction and land subsidence.

Jacob Krügerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Software Engineering
• Software Evolution
• Variant-Rich Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacob Krüger is an Assistant Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology , specializing in the development and evolution of variant-rich software systems. He holds a PhD from Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg (2021) and has held academic and research positions at institutions including Ruhr-University Bochum, Chalmers University of Technology, and the University of Toronto. His research focuses on the interplay between human cognition and software quality, particularly in complex systems requiring frequent adaptation. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg (2021) MSc Business Informatics, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg (2016) Research Interests: Variant-Rich Systems Program Comprehension Software Product Lines Human Factors in Software Engineering Architecture Smells and Quality Assurance Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes fork ecosystem visualization (VisFork tool), the impact of AI on scientific practices, and crisis-driven software development (e.g., Corona-Warn-App). Key themes include empirical studies, tool development, and industry collaboration. Awards: Best Dissertation Award (2022) Frank Anger Memorial Award (2019) Multiple conference best-paper and review awards Advising & Grants: Supervises 12+ PhD students across multiple institutions. Active in funding projects like INKleSS (German Research Foundation) and FOSD Meeting 2024 (NWO). Leads collaborations with ASML, Danfoss, and Axis AB. Labs/Teams: Member of the Software Engineering and Technology (SET) group at TU Eindhoven, focusing on industrial-strength software systems and cognitive aspects of development.

• Environmental Science
• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Koch is an Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing, part of Wageningen University & Research. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor and Associate Research Director at the University of Oklahoma's Data Institute for Societal Challenges. Her research integrates data-driven methods like simulation modeling to address socio-economic and climate change challenges, focusing on sustainable urbanization and environmental management. Education: She holds a Diplom (Univ.) in Geoecology from the University of Bayreuth and a Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science from the University of Kassel. She teaches courses on geo-information management and data analytics. Research emphasizes multi-scale modeling, stakeholder engagement, and participatory approaches to socio-ecological systems. Recent work explores urban growth in Africa, methane emission monitoring, and renewable energy siting. Articles highlight interdisciplinary methods in GIS, climate policy, and community geography. Professional service includes roles with iEMSs, IALE, and the AAG. No ancillary activities reported. Her work bridges technical geospatial tools with societal challenges, emphasizing practical policy applications.

• Optical Transmission Systems
• Space Division Multiplexing (SDM)
• Quantum Secure Communications
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Chigo M. Okonkwo is a Full Professor and Chair of Secured Ultra High Capacity Transmission at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). He leads the high-capacity optical transmission laboratory within the Electro-Optical Communications Group at the Institute for Photonics Integration, focusing on next-generation photonic networks. Education: PhD in Optical Signal Processing, University of Essex (2009) Appointments: Since 2014 (tenured), 2010 as Post-Doctoral Researcher Key Research Areas: Space Division Multiplexing, Quantum Secure Communications, Advanced Modulation Formats His work spans optical transmission systems, including probabilistic signal shaping , low-complexity digital signal processing , and multi-mode/multi-core fiber components . Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in Petabit/s transmission and quantum cryptography use cases . Scientific recognition includes: ACP 2018 Best Paper Award ECOC 2018 Student Paper Award Optica 2022 Student Paper Awards Corning Outstanding Student Paper Competition Finalist 2025 He actively contributes to standardization efforts as a Technical Program Committee member for ECOC and serves as Senior Member of IEEE. Current projects include FIQCS (Fieldlab Quantum Cryptography Solutions) and NGF-ECO1 (Netherlands Quantum Flagship), advancing quantum-secure protocols and petabit/s capacity scaling.

Federico Toschiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Dynamics
• Statistical Physics
• Soft Condensed Matter
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Federico Toschi is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), holding joint appointments in Applied Physics and Mathematics and Computer Science departments. His research focuses on multi-scale transport phenomena, combining statistical physics, fluid dynamics, and computational methods. He leads projects in the 4TU Centre for Multiscale Phenomena and EAISI. Education: PhD in Physics (University of Pisa, 1998) and academic background at Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa. Interdisciplinary expertise in fluid dynamics turbulence, Lagrangian turbulence, crowd dynamics, and Lattice Boltzmann methods. Recipient of APS Fellow (2015), Euromech Fluid Mechanics Fellow (2012), and Ig Nobel Prize for Physics (2021). Research emphasizes turbulence modeling, pedestrian dynamics, and active matter, with applications in environmental flows and crowd management. His work bridges computational innovations with experimental validations. Recent articles explore kinetic data-driven turbulence modeling, pedestrian flow optimization, and turbulence effects in biological systems. Projects include digital twins for seismicity modeling and rarefied gas dynamics. Teaches fluid mechanics, computational physics, and chaos theory courses. Founded Flow Matters Holding BV, applying research to practical solutions.

• Agent-Based Modeling
• Socio-Economic Dynamics
• Environmental Resilience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Debraj Roy is a Visiting Professor at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), affiliated with the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science and the Informatics Institute. His research focuses on agent-based modeling, socio-economic dynamics, environmental resilience, and blockchain technology. He investigates complex systems such as urban slums, disaster recovery, and climate adaptation using computational methods like remote sensing and machine learning. His work bridges theory and practice, offering insights into policy design for sustainable development and social equity. Key research interests include slum dynamics, poverty traps, and the application of blockchain oracles for decentralized systems. He employs advanced techniques such as global sensitivity analysis and manifold learning to explore multi-scale socio-environmental challenges. His recent articles highlight trends in carbon pricing, flood risk valuation, and multi-agent systems. Earlier work concentrated on urban inequality in cities like Bangalore and Mexico City, leveraging geospatial and statistical tools. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed. His advising and team collaborations are unspecified in the provided text.

• Solar Energy
• Renewable Energy
• Energy Transition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dirk Oudes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Spatial Planning at Wageningen University. His research focuses on the intersection of renewable energy transitions and landscape transformation, particularly solar power plants and agrivoltaics in the Netherlands. He explores how solar energy systems interact with agricultural landscapes, urban planning, and policy frameworks, emphasizing sustainable land use and climate adaptation. Recent trends in his publications highlight spatial analysis of solar infrastructure, regulatory challenges in energy projects, and circular economy principles in agrivoltaics. His work often bridges academic research with practical implementation, as seen in reports and media engagements addressing landscape aesthetics, public acceptance, and policy-relevant findings. Dr. Oudes collaborates with researchers like Sven Stremke and actively participates in workshops, keynote speeches, and expert consultations. He supervises PhD projects on landscape-inclusive energy transitions and spatial quality frameworks, contributing to both academic discourse and professional practice in sustainable design.

• Tissue Engineering
• Cardiovascular Regeneration
• Mechanobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Carlijn V.C. Bouten is Full Professor of Cell-Matrix Interactions in Cardiovascular Regeneration at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), where she heads the Soft Tissue Engineering & Mechanobiology research group in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. She leads a team of ~40 researchers focusing on cardiovascular tissue regeneration through interdisciplinary approaches. Her research investigates mechanobiological interactions between cells and extracellular environments during tissue growth/regeneration, using multi-scale living model systems. Key innovations include biodegradable heart valve prostheses, hybrid implantable organs, and remote cardiac tissue engineering concepts. She collaborates with material scientists, clinicians, and medtech companies. Education includes an MSc in Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 1991) and PhD (TU/e, 1995), with postdoctoral training at Université Laval and University of London. Her 300+ publications focus on: Cardiovascular tissue engineering Cell-matrix mechanobiology In vitro tissue models Biodegradable implants Hybrid organ development Major scientific honors: ERC Advanced Grant (2022) VICI Grant (2003) Aspasia Career Development Award Coordinator of €18.8M Gravitation Programme Elected member of KNAW and AcademiaNet She leads multiple consortia including RegMed-XB's Cardiac Moonshot and international programs like FET-OPEN 'Hybrid Heart'. Heads TU/e's Soft Tissue Engineering & Mechanobiology lab developing advanced biomaterials and tissue models.

Pieter van Oelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Water Resources Management
• Sociohydrology
• Drought Management
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pieter van Oel is an Associate Professor in the Water Resources Management group at Wageningen University & Research, focusing on sociohydrology and addressing water crises in South America and Africa. His expertise spans civil/hydraulic engineering, environmental management, hydrology, irrigation systems, and drought diagnosis. He teaches courses like Design in Land and Water Management and supervises PhD students such as Louise Cavalcante and Daniel Wiegant. His research emphasizes societal dimensions of water challenges, including drought impacts, agent-based modeling, and serious gaming for community engagement. Projects include analyzing drought policies in Brazil, improving water governance in Kenya, and evaluating groundwater vulnerability in Ethiopia. He collaborates on initiatives like the Diagnosing Drought project and Socio-hydrological Simulation tool development. Key contributions include critiques of drought monitoring systems' alignment with local realities and frameworks for sustainable agroforestry management. His work bridges science and policy, advocating for interdisciplinary solutions to water scarcity and climate resilience.

Tim Baarslagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Automated Negotiation
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Cooperative Artificial Intelligence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tim Baarslag is a Senior Researcher and leader of the Intelligent and Autonomous Systems group at CWI (Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica), a Part-Time Professor of Mathematics of Cooperative AI at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), and an Associate Professor at Utrecht University. Additionally, he holds visiting roles as a Scholar at MIT, Associate Professor at Nagoya University of Technology, and Fellow at the University of Southampton. His research focuses on enabling autonomous systems to collaborate through joint decision-making, with applications in smart energy trading, the Internet of Things, and autonomous vehicles. Education: MSc in Mathematics (cum laude), Utrecht University BSc in Computer Science (cum laude), Utrecht University PhD in Automated Negotiation, Delft University of Technology (2014, cum laude) Tim Baarslag investigates foundational theories for cooperative artificial intelligence, particularly in automated negotiation. His work includes developing algorithms for multi-deal coordination, optimizing bidding strategies with reservation values, and creating frameworks like Genius and NegoLog to evaluate automated negotiators. He explores how AI can balance efficiency and fairness in complex, real-world scenarios such as procurement and energy trading. Recent research trends highlight his development of NegoLog, a Python-based negotiation framework with advanced analytics, and his work on multi-deal negotiation protocols. He also investigates preference uncertainty in user-agent interactions and designs optimal concession strategies for risk-seeking agents with high reservation values. Scientific Awards: Cor Baayen Young Researcher Award Academic Pioneer by Elsevier Young Talent by The Financial Daily Science Talent by New Scientist Tim Baarslag leads the Intelligent and Autonomous Systems group at CWI and organizes the International Automated Negotiating Agent Competition. He is involved in the ACM Future of Computing Academy, The Young Academy, and the Netherlands Academy of Engineering. His work is supported by the NWO Vidi grant COMBINE, focusing on coordinating multi-deal bilateral negotiations. Labs & Teams: Intelligent and Autonomous Systems group, CWI EAISI and Combinatorial Optimization groups, TU/e ACM Future of Computing Academy The Young Academy Netherlands Academy of Engineering