جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tommi Mikkolaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Ship Hydrodynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tommi Mikkola is a University Lecturer in Fluid Mechanics at Aalto University, with a career spanning roles from summer trainee to postdoctoral researcher at the Ship Laboratory of Helsinki University of Technology. He focuses on advancing fluid mechanics education through systematic, student-centered approaches, emphasizing interactive learning and critical thinking. His research expertise includes computational fluid dynamics (CFD), ship hydrodynamics, and hydrodynamic interactions in maritime systems. Mikkola has contributed extensively to understanding ship stability, ice-structure interactions, and fluid-structure coupling in extreme conditions. His work bridges theoretical models with practical applications, addressing challenges like parametric roll resonance, air lubrication systems, and accidental load evaluations in maritime operations. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to both education and research innovation. Current projects involve developing efficient numerical methods for predicting hydrodynamic behaviors, such as wave-structure interactions and slamming impacts. He collaborates on boundary element methods and FSI modeling to enhance ship design and safety standards. Despite no explicit mentions of awards or grants, his publications indicate active engagement in advancing naval architecture and marine engineering disciplines. Notable research interests include: optimizing computational models for marine systems, analyzing ship dynamics in extreme sea states, and improving teaching methodologies in fluid mechanics. His recent studies cover topics like energy-based ice load evaluation, two-way coupled FSI simulations for grounding incidents, and asymmetry in hull structural responses. These efforts aim to improve maritime safety, energy efficiency, and operational reliability through rigorous hydrodynamic analysis.

Pietro D'Antuonoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Offshore Wind Turbines
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Fatigue Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pietro D'Antuono is a postdoctoral researcher affiliated with the Applied Mechanics Acoustics & Vibration Research Group. His research focuses on fatigue analysis, structural health monitoring, and offshore wind turbine systems. He has contributed to advancing methodologies for data-driven lifetime assessment of support structures and foundations, integrating physics-informed machine learning and probabilistic modeling. His work bridges mechanical engineering, civil engineering, and renewable energy systems. Research Interests: Offshore wind turbine structural dynamics Fatigue and damage mechanics Data-driven predictive models Structural health monitoring Materials degradation analysis Key Contributions: Developed the py-Fatigue open-source toolbox for fatigue assessment. Authored 24+ peer-reviewed publications and datasets on structural reliability and offshore energy systems. Awards: Best Paper Award (2nd place, ex-aequo) at an international conference (2022). Professional Activities: Presenter at conferences on topics like fatigue modeling, data-driven methodologies, and structural health monitoring. Contributed to international research collaborations in Europe and beyond.

Gabriel Barros dos Santosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Structural Engineering
• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gabriel Barros dos Santos is a Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire's School of Physics, Engineering & Computer Science. He specializes in metallic and composite structures, focusing on experimental testing, numerical modeling, and probabilistic assessments for sustainable design. He collaborates with BRE Trust and the Royal Academy of Engineering, contributes to standardization committees, and serves as an external examiner for UK universities. PhD in Structural Engineering, Imperial College London MSc in Materials and Structures, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro BEng in Civil Engineering, State University of Rio de Janeiro His research spans stainless steel and composite structures, with a focus on transverse loading, bolted connections, and design equation development. Recent work explores net-zero design through digital technologies. He has published extensively on structural collapse, nonlinear analysis, and sustainable construction. Key trends in his publications include structural reliability, finite element analysis, and design optimization for metallic and composite materials. His work has been cited over 150 times. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Highly Commended Graduate Teaching Assistant at Imperial College Recipient of Royal Academy of Engineering Fellowship for net-zero built environment research He leads MSc Civil Engineering and BEng/MEng courses at Hertfordshire, advises on structural fire safety, and accepts PhD applications aligned with his expertise. His industry background includes offshore structure design for FPSO vessels.

Andreas Reuterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wind Energy Systems
• Wind Turbine Design
• Rotor Blade Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Reuter serves as Managing Director at both the Institute for Wind Energy Systems (LUH) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems IWES . Affiliated with the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science at Leibniz University Hannover, his work focuses on wind turbine design, structural reliability, and renewable energy systems. PhD in Wind Turbine Fatigue (Technical University Berlin) Executive Director positions since 2010 Co-founder roles in multiple wind energy companies His research explores innovative wind turbine concepts , smart rotor blade design , fatigue load analysis , and technology assessment in wind energy. Recent publications emphasize aerostructural optimization , active load management , and offshore wind turbine modeling . Publications trends include multi-megawatt turbine evaluation , swept blade aerodynamics , and sensor technology integration for energy systems. His work spans mechanical engineering , renewable energy , and structural dynamics sub-fields. Courses taught include Rotor Blade Design for Wind Turbines , Wind Energy Technology series, and supervision of student projects/theses.

Paul Ong Pang Awnمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Offshore Engineering
• Ocean Renewable Energy
• Aquaculture Infrastructure
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Paul Ong Pang Awn is a Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore (NUS), affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He serves as Deputy Director for the Ocean Infrastructures and Renewables Cluster and Associate Director (Industry Relations) at the Centre of Offshore Research and Engineering (CORE). Prior to joining NUS, he accumulated over a decade of industry experience in managing oil & gas projects across Sakhalin, Kazakhstan, and Brunei, with expertise in both greenfield and brownfield developments of onshore and offshore pipelines. Chartered Engineer (ICE, IMarEST) PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Cambridge (2004) MEng & ACGI (First Class Honors), Imperial College (1998) His research spans Very Large Floating Structures, Offshore Renewables, Aquaculture Infrastructure, and Capital Project Management. Recent publications focus on floating offshore wind turbines, structural health monitoring of flexible pipes, and marine storage facilities, reflecting his work in hydrodynamic modeling and sustainable marine infrastructure. Awards include the 2019 MOE Outstanding Mentor Award and Shell's 2013 Impact Award. He contributes to industry engagement through roles in joint research with international partners like SINTEF and Shimizu. Co-PI, Cities of Tomorrow 2020 Grant in Intelligent Frame for PPVC Co-PI, Multi-Purpose Floating Structures project

Zenon Medina-Cetinaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stochastic Geomechanics
• Risk and Reliability Analysis
• Bayesian Networks
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Zenon Medina-Cetina is an Associate Professor in the Zachry Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University (TAMU), with affiliations to the Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics, and Public Policy at the Bush School of Government and Public Service. He holds courtesy joint appointments in Petroleum Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Multidisciplinary Engineering, and Geography (College of Arts and Sciences). Dr. Medina-Cetina specializes in probabilistic risk assessment of geo-systems, stochastic geomechanics, and integrated site characterization. His work bridges engineering, geoscience, and computational methods to address complex challenges in infrastructure resilience, offshore geotechnics, and environmental systems. Education: Ph.D. (2006), M.Sc. (2005) in Civil Engineering from Johns Hopkins University; M.E. (1996) in Geostatistics from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM); B.Sc. (1994) in Soil Dynamics from Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán (UADY). He completed postdoctoral research at SIMULA and the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI). Research Interests: Stochastic processes and spatio-temporal simulation (3D-T) Risk, reliability, and sensitivity analysis Uncertainty quantification and inverse problems Bayesian networks and machine learning applications Optimal modeling of geomechanical systems Arctic and Gulf of Mexico geohazard mitigation Awards & Recognition: 2024: Mosbacher Research Fellow, College of Engineering Excellence Award 2022: Zachry Career Development Professorship II, Excellence in Teaching Award 2012: Fellow, Society for Underwater Technology 2001: Fulbright Scholarship Grants & Projects: Lead investigator of $7.4M+ in research funding from federal agencies (e.g., DHS, NSF) and industry Director of the Stochastic Geomechanics Laboratory (SGL) Principal on initiatives like the Arctic X-Grant and Yucatán Initiative Co-lead of the Network-to-Network for the Gulf of Mexico Teaching & Mentoring: Developed TAMU’s Introduction to Research Abroad Program (IRAP) Advised 14 doctoral and 13 master’s students, plus postdoctoral researchers Course instructor in Bayesian Risk Networks, Stochastic Mechanics, and Geomechanics Labs & Teams: Stochastic Geomechanics Laboratory (SGL): Focuses on data-driven risk modeling and computational geomechanics International collaborations with institutions in Mexico, Norway, and the Arctic region

• Statistics
• Industrial Statistics
• Statistical Quality Control
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Javier Tarrío Saavedra is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at the University of A Coruña, Spain, where he contributes to the College of Engineering. His academic role centers on statistics and operational research, with extensive teaching and research engagement across multiple engineering and sustainability-focused programs. His research interests span a wide interdisciplinary spectrum, including Statistical Quality Control, Industrial Statistics, Statistical Learning, Materials Science, Thermal Analysis, Rheology, Naval and Ocean Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Epidemiology . He applies advanced statistical methods to real-world problems in industrial processes, environmental monitoring, and marine technology. His work often integrates machine learning and data science techniques for predictive modeling and process optimization. The recent publications highlight strong trends in applying statistical models to marine engineering, material degradation, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability . Many studies involve collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, focusing on data-driven solutions for industrial and ecological challenges. His work frequently appears in journals related to chemometrics, thermal analysis, maritime technology, and environmental science. He has directed or co-directed numerous master’s and final-year theses, indicating active involvement in student mentorship. His collaborative research projects are funded by national (Ministerio de Ciencia), regional (Xunta de Galicia), and international (CNRS, Sweden) agencies, reflecting broad academic impact. He is a member of the research group Modelización, Optimización e Inferencia Estadística , contributing to applied statistical modeling in science and engineering.

Sergio Campobassoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Renewable Energy
• Turbomachinery Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sergio Campobasso is a Senior Lecturer in Renewable Energy Engineering at the School of Engineering, Lancaster University , where he has worked since January 2013. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Turbomachinery from the Von Karman Institute (Belgium, 1996) and a PhD in Numerical Analysis from Oxford University (2004). Education: Postgraduate Diploma in Turbomachinery (Von Karman Institute), PhD in Numerical Analysis (Oxford) Professional Experience: BMW-Rolls Royce (aerodynamicist/stress engineer), Rolls-Royce CFD UTC (Oxford), Cranfield University (uncertainty propagation), Glasgow University (wind turbine research) His research focuses on advancing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) technologies for wind and gas turbine design, incorporating stochastic uncertainty from manufacturing and environmental variability. Key projects include: Development of harmonic balance Navier-Stokes solvers for unsteady flows Low-speed preconditioning methods for mixed-speed flow analysis Novel boundary conditions for complex turbomachinery geometries Hybrid parallelization techniques for high-performance computing His recent publications (2020-2024) emphasize blade erosion modeling, offshore wind turbine dynamics, and machine learning applications for energy loss prediction. Current research projects (2021-2024) address predictive maintenance, emissions reduction, and multi-rotor system optimization.

Yasser Safaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Mechanics
• Multiphysics Modeling
• Solid Mechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yasser Safa is a Researcher at the Institute of Computational Physics (ICP) within the School of Engineering at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), leading the Multiphysics Modeling and Imaging research group. His work focuses on advanced computational techniques for solving complex engineering problems across energy systems, materials science, and mechanical design. His educational background includes a PhD from École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in 2005, where his thesis addressed numerical simulations of thermo-magneto-hydrodynamic phenomena in aluminum reduction cells. This foundation in coupled physics has driven his subsequent research in multiphysics modeling. Dr. Safa's research spans computational mechanics, solid mechanics (particularly nonlinear elasticity and buckling), corrosion engineering, additive manufacturing, metamaterials, and energy systems including fuel cells and wind power. His methodology emphasizes developing validated numerical models for real-world engineering challenges, often involving thin-film mechanics, material degradation, and structural integrity under extreme conditions. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on renewable energy systems and advanced manufacturing processes. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in computational mechanics applied to energy and materials, with growing emphasis on wind energy systems and corrosion phenomena. His work consistently bridges theoretical mechanics with industrial applications, particularly in micro-fabrication and energy conversion technologies. He has secured and led multiple research projects including ongoing work on corrosion of multiphasic alloys and completed projects on airborne wind power systems, metamaterial wave guides, and additive manufacturing. These projects demonstrate his ability to translate computational expertise into practical engineering solutions across diverse domains. As part of ZHAW's ICP research group, Dr. Safa contributes to developing advanced computational tools for imaging and modeling physical systems, maintaining strong industry connections particularly in energy technology sectors. His current work continues to address critical challenges in material durability and energy system design through sophisticated numerical approaches.

• Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Renewable Energy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vikram Pakrashi is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Dynamical Systems and Risk Laboratory (DSRL) at University College Dublin. He specializes in structural dynamics, structural health monitoring (SHM), vibration control, and renewable energy systems. His work bridges industry and academia, focusing on infrastructure resilience and emerging technologies. Education: BEng (1st Class Hons) from Jadavpur University; PhD from Trinity College Dublin. Research interests include dynamical systems, risk analysis, and smart structures. He leads interdisciplinary projects funded by industry and agencies like SEAI and the EU. Recent research trends emphasize renewable energy infrastructure (e.g., offshore wind, wave energy devices) and innovative SHM techniques using machine learning and sensor networks. His articles highlight advancements in wave measurement, defect detection algorithms, and structural fragility analysis. Awards: Engineering Laboratory of the Year 2018 (Irish Laboratory Awards). Grants: Includes projects like SISdATA (Atlantic aquaculture systems) and FlOWDyn (dynamic cable analysis for floating offshore wind). Lab Leadership: Directs DSRL, fostering industry collaboration and applied research.

• Computational Multiphysics
• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Finite Element Methods
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oriol Colomes Gene serves as Assistant Professor in the Offshore Engineering section within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Delft University of Technology. He leads the Computational Multiphysics in Offshore Engineering research group, focusing on advanced numerical methods for offshore renewable energy applications. His teaching responsibilities include the “Floating and Submerged Structures” module for Civil Engineering master’s students and “Introduction to Computational Dynamics of Offshore Structures” in the Offshore and Dredging Engineering master’s program. His educational background includes a combined Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (2011) and a PhD in Civil Engineering (2016) from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, followed by postdoctoral research at Duke University (2016-2020). Colomes Gene’s research centers on computational multiphysics with emphasis on: Development of efficient Finite Element solvers for turbulent flows, free-surface flows, and visco-elasto-plastic solids Fluid-structure interaction in complex geometries Numerical methods for multi-phase and multi-material systems Applications in offshore wind, wave energy, and floating photovoltaics His recent work demonstrates strong integration of theoretical numerical methods with practical offshore renewable energy challenges, particularly in hydroelastic analysis of floating structures and optimization of energy capture systems. His scientific recognition includes: NWO Open Technologieprogramma subsidy for the RAPID-Wind project (2025) Colomes Gene actively supervises research within his Computational Multiphysics group and contributes to major collaborative projects including SPARKLES (2024-2030), which investigates nature-positive floating solar solutions. His research is supported by significant grants targeting offshore renewable energy innovation and computational methodology advancement. His laboratory work focuses on high-performance computing for multiphysics simulations, with particular expertise in developing and validating numerical frameworks for: Free-surface flows interacting with structures Vortex-induced vibrations Complex geometry hydrodynamics Hydroelastic response of very large floating structures

Benjamin W. Schaferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thin-walled structures
• Structural stability
• Structural optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benjamin W. Schafer is the Willard and Lillian Hackerman Professor of Civil and Systems Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, where he also serves as Director of the Ralph O'Connor Sustainable Energy Institute (ROSEI). He holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. His leadership roles include past chair of the Department of Civil Engineering, associate director of the Academic Center for Reliability and Resilience in Offshore Wind, and director of the Cold-Formed Steel Research Consortium. Education: BSE in Civil Engineering (University of Iowa, 1993), MS and PhD in Structural Engineering (Cornell University, 1994 and 1997). Research focuses on structural stability, optimization, and resilience in steel structures, particularly cold-formed steel. His work includes developing the Direct Strength Method, seismic testing of cold-formed steel buildings, and advancing standards for steel wind turbine towers. Recent publications emphasize buckling analysis, seismic performance, composite structures, and computational modeling. He actively contributes to standards committees for ASCE, AISC, and AISI, ensuring research translates into practical building codes. Scientific Awards: Norman Medal, Shortridge Hardesty Award, Huber Research Prize, Collingwood Prize, Robert B. Pond Sr. Excellence in Teaching, Dunn Family awards. He consults for Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger Inc. and leads the development of the open-source CUFSM software for elastic buckling analysis, with extensive GitHub activity and community engagement.

Kolios Athanasiosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Risk and Asset Management
• Offshore Wind Energy
• Structural Integrity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kolios Athanasios is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, where he joined in 2018 as Professor in Risk and Asset Management. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and has held leadership roles in multiple major research initiatives, including EPSRC CDTs and EU H2020 projects. His research focuses on risk, reliability, and asset management in offshore and marine renewable energy systems. Key areas include: Quantitative risk and decision-making in engineering Performance- and risk-based design of offshore energy assets Reliability analysis using stochastic methods Integrity assessment of ageing structures Development and optimisation of renewable energy technologies Calibration of design standards The recent publications reflect a strong trend in reliability modelling, maintenance optimisation, and economic viability of offshore wind farms. Themes include leading-edge erosion, pitch system failures, data-driven maintenance, and uncertainty in weather forecasting. The work combines field data, stochastic modelling, and machine learning to improve O&M decision-making and reduce LCoE. His scientific recognition includes: Chartered Engineer, Institution of Mechanical Engineers Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Board Member, European Academy of Wind Energy Member, ISSC Offshore Renewable Energy Committee He has served as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator on numerous grants, including EPSRC Supergen, H2020-ROMEO, and REMS CDT. He has supervised research students and datasets, led the development of open-access O&M tools, and contributed to joint industry projects like SLIC. His work supports UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. He is actively involved in research networks and has contributed to the development of frameworks for floating offshore wind and vertical axis turbines. His collaborations span academia, industry, and certification bodies across Europe.

• Applied Mechanics
• Computational Mechanics
• Plasticity
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Panos Papanastasiou is affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cyprus, within the School of Engineering. He has held significant administrative roles including founding President of his department, Dean of the School of Engineering, and founding Director of the Master's Program in Natural Gas Engineering. PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota (1990) MS in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota (1986) BSc in Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1984) His research focuses on geomechanics across petroleum engineering, energy transition, and environmental applications. Key areas include hydraulic fracturing , wellbore stability , sand production , and CO2 geological storage . He also investigates green hydrogen storage , photovoltaic cracking , and offshore pipeline dynamics . Recent publications highlight his leadership in hydraulic fracturing modeling (2025), green hydrogen integration (2024), and geomechanical analysis of faulted reservoirs (2025). His work spans computational mechanics, energy systems, and environmental risk assessment. Scientific Recognition : Top 2% scientist worldwide in Geoscience, Energy and Engineering (Stanford University ranking)

Linda Hsiehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Business
• Internationalization of Firms
• Strategic Alliances
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Linda Hsieh is a full-time faculty member at the University of Birmingham , where she serves as Professor of International Business and Head of the Department of Strategy and International Business within the Birmingham Business School . She holds a PhD in Commerce from the University of Birmingham, an MSc in International Business and Finance (with Distinction) from the University of Reading, and a BA (Hons) in Accounting & Financial Management and Business Studies from the University of Sheffield. Her research centers on international business , with key interests in decision-making , internationalization of firms , strategic alliances , and reshoring . She has been funded by the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust and has published extensively in top journals such as Journal of World Business , International Business Review , and Journal of International Management . Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on SME internationalization, alliance governance, and the strategic implications of reshoring, often employing configurational and contextual analysis. Linda is an editorial board member of the Journal of International Management and serves as a reviewer for leading ABS 3* and 4* management journals. She also contributed to the British Academy’s 2019 Programme on Humanities and Social Sciences Tackling the UK’s International Challenges. She teaches courses such as International Cooperative Strategy (MSc), Cross-Cultural Management (MSc Dubai), and Directing Strategy (MBA Singapore). She is open to supervising PhD students in the areas of firm internationalization and strategic alliances.