جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Rui Niمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Experimental Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence and Turbulent Multiphase Flow
• Dusty Flow and Particle-Laden Flow
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rui Ni is an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, directing the Fluid Transport Lab. His research focuses on experimental fluid mechanics, turbulence, multiphase flows, and their applications in energy systems, environmental engineering, and physiological processes. He holds a PhD in Physics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (2011), followed by postdoctoral work at Yale and Wesleyan Universities. Before joining JHU, he held the Kenneth Kuan-Yun Kuo Early Career Professorship at Penn State University. His research interests include dusty flows, Lagrangian particle tracking, and animal collective behaviors. Notable projects include collaborations with NASA on plume-surface interaction and the development of advanced diagnostic tools like physics-informed machine learning and 3D particle tracking. He has received prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER Award and ACS-PRF New Investigator Award, and leads studies on turbulence modulation by deformable bubbles, fish schooling efficiency in turbulent environments, and interfacial mass transfer dynamics. Key Projects: Plume-Surface Interaction (NASA collaboration), Fish Aquarium with Turbulent Environment (FATE) facility, V-ONSET multiphase flow facility. Grants: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation’s Experimental Physics Investigators Initiative Grant. Lab Focus: Experimental and computational studies of multiphase flows, physiological flows, and complex systems. Ni’s work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications, such as improving energy efficiency and understanding biological systems like fish schooling and nasal drug delivery mechanisms.

Peter K. Kitanidisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Groundwater Flow
• Hydrologic Modeling
• Inverse Problems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter K. Kitanidis is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Institute for Computational and Mathematical Engineering at Stanford University . His research focuses on groundwater flow , hydrologic forecasting , and stochastic inverse modeling , with applications to pollutant remediation and CO₂ storage monitoring . Education : Diploma, National Technical University of Athens (1974) M.S., MIT (1976) Ph.D., MIT (1978) Research Interests : Groundwater modeling and contaminant transport Hydraulic tomography and aquifer characterization Stochastic methods for uncertainty quantification Bioremediation and enhanced in-situ pollutant decay Dilution and mixing processes in heterogeneous media Real-time river flow forecasting Scientific Awards : L.G. Straub Award (1979) W.L. Huber Research Prize (1994) ISI Highly Cited Researcher (2001) AGU Hydrologic Sciences Award (2011) ASCE Pioneers in Groundwater Lecturer (2011) Advising and Grants : Advised 20+ PhD and MS students (1978–2018) Principal investigator on NSF, EPA, and DOE-funded projects Developed software for groundwater data analysis and CO₂ monitoring Contributed to bioremediation protocols and hydraulic tomography algorithms Labs and Teams : Kitanidis Laboratory for groundwater crisis solutions Collaborated with Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Stanford Hydrogeology Group Mentored postdocs (2000–2017) in reactive transport and inverse modeling

Daria Frankمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Mathematics
• Environmental Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daria Frank is a Senior Teaching Associate in Computational Mathematics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP), University of Cambridge, a position held since 2023. Previously, she served as Sultan Qaboos Early-Career Research Fellow and College Lecturer in Mathematics at Corpus Christi College (2020-2023), Director of Studies in Mathematics at Selwyn College (2019-2020), and Research Associate in Fluid Mechanics at DAMTP (2015-2019). Her academic foundation includes a PhD from DAMTP, University of Cambridge (2012-2015), Part III Mathematical Tripos at Cambridge (2009-2010), Diploma in Mathematics from Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2010-2011), and undergraduate studies in Mathematics and Physics at the same institution (2006-2009). Dr. Frank's research centers on complex fluid phenomena with emphasis on buoyancy-driven environmental flows , rotating plume dynamics , and practical engineering applications . Her work investigates pollution dispersal mechanisms, tornado formation processes, and energy-efficient building systems through rigorous theoretical and experimental frameworks. Key contributions address multiphase interactions in stratified environments and vortex behavior under rotational forces, bridging fundamental fluid dynamics with real-world environmental challenges. Publication trends reveal consistent focus on geophysical and environmental fluid mechanics, with recurring themes of density stratification effects, multiphase plume behavior, and rotational influences across atmospheric, oceanic, and built environments. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between theoretical modeling and practical engineering solutions. Dr. Frank held the prestigious Sultan Qaboos Early-Career Research Fellowship, supporting her investigations into fluid mechanics phenomena. Her academic service includes significant teaching responsibilities as Director of Studies in Mathematics at Corpus Christi College. As Director of Studies, she oversees undergraduate mathematics education while conducting research within DAMTP's fluid dynamics community. Her Sultan Qaboos Fellowship provided dedicated research time for fluid mechanics investigations, complementing her teaching role through integration of cutting-edge research into pedagogy. Current work continues to explore environmental fluid dynamics with potential applications in climate modeling and sustainable engineering.

Anand N.K.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physics-Informed Neural Networks
• Finite Volume Techniques
• Reduced Order Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

N.K. Anand is a Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, holding the James J. Cain III Regents Professorship. He leads research in advanced computational methods and thermal-hydraulic systems, with affiliations to Multidisciplinary Engineering and Nuclear Engineering programs. His work focuses on physics-informed machine learning, finite volume methods, and aerosol transport in nuclear reactor contexts. Education: PhD (Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, 1983), M.S. (Kansas State University, 1979), and B.E. (Bangalore University, 1978). Awards include the ASME James Harry Potter Gold Medal (2020) and multiple teaching/administrative excellence awards from Texas A&M. Research emphasizes fluid dynamics modeling (e.g., PINNs for periodic flows, turbulent deposition studies), heat pipe systems, and nuclear reactor thermal-hydraulics. His Versatile Test Reactor (VTR) contributions include cartridge loop designs and aerosol transport experiments. Active in high-temperature reactor safety, with facilities studying pebble beds, helical coil exchangers, and HTGR upper plenum dynamics. Publications span physics-informed ML applications, finite volume techniques, and nuclear thermal systems. Grants supported development of advanced CFD tools and reactor safety infrastructure. His lab collaborates on international nuclear energy projects and emerging AI-driven simulation methodologies.

Bruño Fragaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Turbulent and multiphase flows
• Indoor air quality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Bruño Fraga is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Birmingham, part of the School of Engineering. He specializes in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) with a focus on turbulent and multiphase flows, particularly in applications like indoor air quality, water treatment, and airborne pathogen transport. His research group develops models such as Multiflow3D, addressing challenges in multiphase flow dynamics and environmental engineering. Education: MEng in Environmental Engineering (University of Santiago de Compostela, 1st class honors), MSc in Applied Math and Numerical Simulation (University of A Coruña), PhD in Civil Engineering (Universities of A Coruña and Chalmers). Research Interests: CFD modeling, bubble-induced turbulence, indoor air quality, water treatment technologies, and multiphase flow dynamics. Dr. Fraga leads major projects such as Fusion Forest (£1m, UKRI) and the IAQ-EMS initiative (£1m, Met Office), focusing on indoor air quality and pathogen transmission modeling. His work includes collaborations with organizations like Deltares Institute and Severn Trent, addressing wastewater treatment and environmental challenges. He is co-leader of the Fluids Research Group and the Water Technology stream at the University of Birmingham’s Water Centre. Scientific Awards: National Outstanding Graduate Prize (2011). Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students in CFD and multiphase flow research. Oversees grants totaling over £2.1M, including fusion forest and buildair projects. Focuses on translating CFD expertise into real-world solutions for public health and environmental sustainability. Labs & Teams: Leads the Multiflow3D development team and collaborates with the Fluids Research Group and Water Technology stream.

Rodney Weberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Aerosols & Clouds
• Air Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rodney Weber is a Professor in the School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Institute of Technology, part of the College of Sciences. His research focuses on atmospheric aerosols, urban air quality, and particle formation mechanisms. He holds a Ph.D. (1995) and M.S. (1991) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, and a B.S. (1987) from the University of Waterloo. Key research interests include atmospheric aerosol sources and processing, new particle formation via homogeneous nucleation, and aerosol growth processes. He develops novel instrumentation, such as the Particle Into Liquid Sampler (PILS), and leads field studies like the ALPACA project in Fairbanks, Alaska. His work bridges laboratory experiments and real-world atmospheric measurements. Dr. Weber has received awards including the Cullen-Peck Faculty Fellow Award (2007), Whitby Award (2005), and NASA Global Change Fellowship. His recent publications (2024–2025) address biomass burning plumes, urban pollution dynamics, and aerosol chemistry in cold climates. He collaborates on global initiatives like the NASA Atmospheric Tomography (ATom) mission and FIREX-AQ campaigns. His lab (ES&T 2107/2115) focuses on aerosol optical properties, reactive oxygen species in particulate matter, and the health effects of pollution. Research highlights include quantifying sulfur chemistry in Fairbanks and assessing oxidative potential of PM2.5 in urban environments.

Nicola Mingottiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Carbon Sequestration
• Hydrogen Storage
• Multiphase Flows
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicola Mingotti is a Research Associate in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Institute for Energy & Environmental Flows (IEEF). His experimental research focuses on fluid mechanics in the context of energy transition, particularly carbon sequestration and underground hydrogen storage, while also addressing oceanic microplastics dispersion and atmospheric volcanic ash transport. Research Associate, University of Cambridge IEEF Flow Laboratory His work on multiphase flows spans volcanic eruptions, oceanic microplastics separation, and contaminant dispersion in hospital environments. Recent studies include Journal of Fluid Mechanics publications on bubble plumes (2023) and sediment-laden oceanic plumes (2022), alongside Communications Earth & Environment articles on CO2 storage (2024) and volcanic dynamics (2021). Scientific awards and honors: None explicitly mentioned in the text. As an engineering researcher, he led investigations on droplet transport in ventilation systems (Royal Papworth Hospital, 2021) and historical surgical environment design (2021). His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary expertise across environmental fluid mechanics, geological engineering, and public health.

Jesse Capecelatroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Multiphase Flow
• Turbulence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jesse Capecelatro is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan. He leads the Computational Multi-phase/Multi-physics Flow Lab (CRG), focusing on numerical methods and data-driven models for complex flows in renewable energy, disease transmission, and space exploration. Ph.D., Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University (2014) M.S., Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University (2012) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Colorado (2011) B.S., Mechanical Engineering, SUNY Binghamton (2009) His research spans fluid mechanics , multiphase flow , and high-performance computing , with applications in renewable energy systems , space exploration , and disease transmission modeling . Current projects include plume-surface interactions and turbulence modeling for particle-laden flows. Recent publications highlight advancements in multiphase flow instabilities and shock-particle interactions , reflecting his expertise in computational modeling of complex flows. CRG’s work often combines physics-based simulations with machine learning for predictive analysis. National Science Foundation CAREER Award Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award ASME Pi Tau Sigma Gold Medal Capecelatro’s mentoring style emphasizes regular collaboration, with weekly meetings, annual progress reviews, and support for conference attendance (e.g., AIAA, APS DFD). His lab includes postdocs, doctoral students, and international collaborators, fostering interdisciplinary research in scientific computing and fluid dynamics . CRG develops open-source tools for multiphase flow simulation and contributes to textbook revisions like Fluid Mechanics, 7th Edition , co-authored with David Dowling. The team’s work bridges fundamental research and practical applications in energy and aerospace sectors.

Cynthia Ebingerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Rifts
• Seismic Monitoring
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cynthia Ebinger is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Tulane University, affiliated with the School of Science & Engineering. She holds the Marshall-Heape Chair and previously served at the University of Rochester and as an Adjunct Professor at Royal Holloway, University of London. Her research focuses on geophysics, rift systems, seismic monitoring, volcanoes, and plate tectonics in West Africa and East Africa, particularly the Turkana Depression and East African Rift. She has conducted fieldwork in Ecuador, Peru, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Australia. Education : Ph.D., MIT/WHOI, Joint Program in Oceanography, Marine Geology & Geophysics (1988) M.A., MIT, Geophysics (1986) B.S., Duke University, Geology (1982) Research Interests : Dr. Ebinger investigates continental rifting mechanisms, magmatic processes, seismic anisotropy, and volcanic systems. Her work integrates geophysical methods (e.g., InSAR, receiver functions) to study deformation in regions like the East African Rift and Gulf of Mexico passive margin. She emphasizes understanding crustal dynamics, lithosphere modification, and the interplay between tectonics and surface processes. Publications : Her recent work addresses rift linkage mechanics, crustal anisotropy variations, and volcanic deformation (e.g., Nyiragongo eruption). Key themes include seismic imaging of rift zones, subsidence patterns in coastal Louisiana, and mantle lithosphere interactions. Awards : American Geophysical Union Distinguished Lecturer (2023-2024) NASEM Jefferson Science Fellow (2022-2023) Woollard Award (2021) Tulane Honors Professor of the Year (2021) Grants & Collaborations : Leads projects funded by NSF and international collaborations, focusing on Turkana Depression geodynamics, Gulf of Mexico subsidence, and volcanic monitoring in East Africa. Active in education initiatives to strengthen quantitative geophysics training. Labs/Teams : Core member of the Tulane Earth Sciences group and collaborates with global networks (e.g., Project TRAILS in East Africa). Engages in field-based research and satellite geodesy applications.

• Multiphase Flows
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yan Delaure is Associate Professor of Fluid Mechanics at Dublin City University's School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and Deputy Director of the DCU Water Institute. His research focuses on multiphase flows, environmental hydraulics, and computational fluid dynamics applications in wastewater treatment and marine systems. Research includes microbubble dynamics for aeration, fluid-structure interactions in deformable systems, and biomimetic antifouling solutions. Recent publications explore advanced simulation methods for turbulent flows and additive manufacturing process optimization.

Fabien Evrardمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Surface-tension-driven Flows
• Particle-laden Flows
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fabien Evrard is an Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with the Grainger College of Engineering. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics, surface-tension-driven flows, and particle-laden flows. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Imperial College London (2018) and advanced degrees in Applied Mathematics and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Toulouse and ISAE-Supaéro. Education: PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London (2018) MRes, Applied Mathematics, University of Toulouse (2013) MSc, Aerospace Engineering, ISAE-Supaéro (2013) Research Interests: His work emphasizes numerical methods for multiphase flows, including high-order finite-volume frameworks and volume-of-fluid techniques. Notable contributions include error quantification in particle-source-in-cell methods and geometric algorithms for interface reconstruction. Awards: 2025: W. R. Marshall Award for paper on conservative two-phase flow simulations 2024: Teaching Excellence Recognition from students Grants & Collaborations: Principal Investigator on a NASA Early Stage Innovation grant (2024) for plume-surface interaction modeling Recipient of funding for high-order semi-Lagrangian advection and plume-surface interaction research Labs & Teams: Leads the Computational Multiphase Flow Research group, focusing on CFD methods and their applications in aerospace engineering.

Georges FOKOUAمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Experimental Fluid Mechanics
• Numerical Fluid Mechanics
• Multiphase Flows
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Georges FOKOUA is a Lecturer-Researcher at ESTACA (École Supérieure des Techniques Aéronautiques et de Construction Automobile), Paris-Saclay Campus, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France. He serves as the Training Manager for the 5A Specialty in New Energies and Environment. His academic career spans multiple institutions, including IRSTEA Rennes as a Research Engineer (2014-2016) and the Naval School in Brest as a Teaching and Research Assistant (2009-2014). Dr. FOKOUA's research focuses on experimental and numerical fluid mechanics with particular interest in multiphase flows, turbulence, wake flows, and the characterization of spatio-temporal dynamics of particulate and gaseous pollutants. His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical applications in transportation systems, naval propulsion, and environmental engineering. He has developed expertise in advanced measurement techniques including PIV, LDV, Ombroscopy, hot wire, optical probes, PTV, and both mono- and biphasic CFD using Ansys-Fluent, Comsol Multiphysics, and Matlab. His publication record demonstrates strong expertise in particle dispersion in transportation systems, with recent work focusing on brake particle dispersion in underground train stations, vehicle wake flows, and ultrafine particle dispersion. His earlier work investigated bubble effects in Taylor-Couette flow for naval propulsion applications. His research consistently combines experimental work with numerical modeling to address complex fluid dynamics problems. Dr. FOKOUA actively supervises doctoral and master's students, with current PhD candidates working on topics related to air quality in vehicle cabins, particulate pollutant dispersion in vehicle wakes, and navigation emissions. He has also contributed significantly to major research projects including CEPARER (2022-2025), AmCoAir (2020-2023), and CAPNAV (2019-2022), all funded by ADEME with various industrial partners. As an educator, he teaches Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Thermal Engineering, and Energy Conversion and Transfer courses across all undergraduate and graduate levels at ESTACA. He has also led the Euroglider project (2016-2019), developing a two-seat electric propulsion glider for pilot training.

Stuart Bruce Dalzielمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Mechanics
• Environmental Fluid Dynamics
• Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Stuart Bruce Dalziel is a Professor of Fluid Mechanics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP), University of Cambridge, where he has held academic roles since 2001. He leads the GK Batchelor Laboratory, a world-leading facility for experimental fluid dynamics. His research focuses on geophysical, environmental, and industrial fluid mechanics, employing theoretical, numerical, and experimental methods. Key areas include internal gravity waves, granular flows, turbulence, and building ventilation. Recent projects involve buoyant plumes, reactive flows, and applications like decontamination and hydrogen gas pipeline management. He is actively involved in supervising PhD students and has earmarked funding for projects on skipping stone dynamics and hydrogen gas purging in pipelines. Education and Career: Professor of Fluid Mechanics (2016–present) Reader in Fluid Mechanics (2012–2016) University Senior Lecturer (2001–2012) Director of the GK Batchelor Laboratory (1997–present) Research Interests: Dalziel’s work bridges experimental, numerical, and theoretical approaches to address challenges in fluid mechanics. Recent projects include studying stratified turbulence, Rayleigh-Taylor instabilities, and fluid dynamics in rotating systems. His applied research extends to environmental engineering, such as improving building ventilation systems and mitigating airborne disease transmission. Advising and Grants: He mentors PhD students from diverse backgrounds (mathematics, engineering, physics) and oversees funded projects combining experimental and computational methods. Current opportunities focus on novel fluid dynamics problems with practical applications. Labs and Facilities: The GK Batchelor Laboratory, under his leadership, develops advanced diagnostics and software for fluid dynamics research, widely adopted in the scientific community.

• Multiphase Flow
• Turbulence
• Experimental Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yinghe Qi is a Professor in the Department of Experimental Fluid Dynamics at ETH Zürich, Switzerland. His research focuses on multiphase flows, turbulence, and free-surface dynamics, with applications in aerospace, marine engineering, and computational fluid dynamics. He has contributed extensively to understanding bubble dynamics, flow instabilities, and turbulence modulation through experimental and phenomenological studies. Research Interests: Dr. Qi’s work addresses complex phenomena in multiphase flow instabilities free-surface turbulence deformable bubble dynamics supersonic jet interactions vortex-induced fragmentation machine learning in fluid dynamics Recent Publications: His recent studies (2023–2025) explore multiscale bubble deformation, free-surface turbulence structure, and supersonic jet-plume interactions. Key themes include turbulent fragmentation, vortex-bubble coupling, and novel computational methodologies. Laboratory Affiliations: He collaborates with the Coletti Group, Jenny Group, and Supponen Group at ETH Zürich, advancing experimental and computational techniques in fluid dynamics.

Yelva Roustanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Air Quality Modeling
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Pollutant Deposition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yelva Roustan is a Lecturer at CEREA (joint laboratory between École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées and EDF R&D) since 2005, specializing in air quality modeling . Her research focuses on multiscale modeling approaches, source-concentration relationships, and pollutant deposition processes. She teaches at the National School of Bridges and Roads, sharing knowledge from her research in atmospheric transport and environmental science. Her work addresses urban pollution challenges, including the impact of low-emission vehicles on air quality, urban tree effects, and pollutant dynamics in street networks. She has developed the MUNICH street-network model and contributed to projects like EURODELTA for multi-pollutant analysis across Europe. Her methods integrate data assimilation, inverse modeling, and Bayesian techniques to improve emission source reconstruction and model accuracy. Key contributions include studies on radioactive release scenarios (e.g., Fukushima, 106Ru event) and urban infrastructure impacts on pollution. Her research bridges atmospheric science with engineering solutions for sustainable urban environments. She holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées (2005) and an HDR in Numerical Modeling of Atmospheric Pollutants (2020).