جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Steven Rogakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aerosol Science
• Nanoparticle Transport
• Combustion Processes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Rogak is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Applied Science. He holds a P.Eng. license and degrees including a B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from UBC, and M.Sc. and Ph.D. from Caltech. P.Eng., University of British Columbia B.A.Sc., University of British Columbia M.Sc., Ph.D., California Institute of Technology His research focuses on aerosol science, particularly solid nanoparticles from combustion processes, their climate and health impacts, and mitigation strategies. Key areas include: Soot morphology and transport properties Engine emission reduction via fuel injectors Indoor air filtration systems Membrane-based energy exchangers Atmospheric particulate analysis The 15 most recent articles span experimental and theoretical studies on soot characterization, membrane technologies, and aerosol dynamics, with applications in climate modeling, healthcare ventilation, and sustainable materials. Collaborations include Westport Innovations and interdisciplinary teams. Rogak leads the Aerosol Laboratory at UBC, where he applies fluid mechanics and heat transfer fundamentals to address environmental and health challenges. He emphasizes experimental rigor and welcomes graduate students with expertise in these areas.

Katherine T. Faberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Ceramics
• Fracture Mechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katherine T. Faber is the Simon Ramo Professor of Materials Science at the California Institute of Technology, part of the Division of Engineering and Applied Science. She leads the Faber Research Group, focusing on mechanical behavior of brittle materials, ceramics for extreme environments, porous solids, and cultural heritage science. Her work bridges engineering, art conservation, and space technology. Education: B.S., Alfred University, 1975; M.S., Penn State, 1978; Ph.D., UC Berkeley, 1982. Academic roles include Ramo Professor since 2014 and leadership in the American Ceramic Society. She collaborates with NASA, JPL, and institutions like the Art Institute of Chicago for cultural heritage projects. Research interests span energy materials (thermal barrier coatings, lunar regolith electrolysis), functional porous ceramics (battery separators, biomedical filters), and art conservation (nanoparticle analysis in historical artifacts). Recent projects include shape-memory ceramics and fracture mechanics studied via synchrotron X-rays. Publications highlight innovations in freeze-casting, environmental barrier coatings, and interdisciplinary studies. Awards include the W. David Kingery Award (2024) and American Academy of Arts and Sciences membership. Her group emphasizes sustainability, with a Platinum Green Lab certification. Advises numerous graduate and undergraduate students, including those in SURF and WAVE programs. Grants and collaborations span NASA, NSF, and industry partnerships. Labs focus on ceramic processing, advanced characterization, and additive manufacturing.

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.

Kim Joo-yeonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Textile Engineering
• Materials Science
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kim Joo-yeon is an Associate Professor at the Department of Clothing and Textiles , Seoul National University , within the College of Human Ecology . She holds a Ph.D. in Fiber and Polymer Science from North Carolina State University, with prior Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Clothing and Textiles from Seoul National University. Research Interests focus on Textile Engineering , Nanotechnology , and Environmental Materials , particularly photocatalytic fabrics, biodegradable filters, and sustainable textile processing. Her work integrates Photocatalytic degradation of pollutants Nanoparticle functionalization Smart filtration systems Waste-to-resource strategies Publications (2022–2024) highlight innovations in Photocatalytic fabric design Bacterial adhesion control Multi-jet electrospinning MOF-based gas filters with a focus on environmental and healthcare applications. She teaches undergraduate courses in Clothing Material Evaluation and Experimental Studies , and graduate courses in Textile and Polymer Chemistry and Filter Materials . Kim leads the Textile Materials Lab , part of the multidisciplinary W.E.A.R. Lab ( Wearable Ergonomics + Anthropometrics Research ), addressing real-world challenges through textile innovation.

Haochen Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Fluid Dynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Physics-informed Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Haochen Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, within the College of Engineering. He leads the multidisciplinary Water Infrastructure Laboratory (Ψ Lab), which focuses on advancing urban water infrastructure through high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD), physical modeling, and physics-informed machine learning (ML). Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Florida, 2019 MS in Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida, 2019 MS in Civil Engineering, University of Florida, 2015 BS in Coastal Engineering, Hohai University, 2013 His research centers on environmental fluid dynamics , particularly multiphase and multiphysics flows in urban water systems. He investigates turbulence, particulate matter transport, pathogen fate, and chemical dynamics using advanced CFD simulations, volumetric particle image velocimetry (PIV), and AI-driven models. His lab develops open-source tools like InterAdsFoam for adsorption systems and integrates ML with CFD to optimize infrastructure design, retrofit, and regulatory frameworks. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward hybrid CFD-ML frameworks for water infrastructure, with applications in clarifier design, stormwater basin optimization, and real-time sensing. His work emphasizes model validation, scalability, and practical deployment, including web-based tools for engineers. Scientific Awards: Rudolph Hering Medal, ASCE, 2023 Editor choice, Journal of Environmental Engineering ASCE, 2021 Editor choice, Journal of Environmental Engineering ASCE, 2020 Graduate School Fellowship, University of Florida, 2015 Academic Achievement Award, University of Florida, 2013 Haochen Li actively advises researchers and students in his lab, including Kai Liu, Mohamed Shatarah, and Ahmed Abdelmeguid. His team works on AI-empowered reactive flows, physics-informed ML, and CFD applications in energy and environmental systems. He has served as a reviewer for top journals and is a member of the ASCE/EWRI Computational Fluid Dynamics Committee. His lab is equipped with state-of-the-art HPC platforms and physical modeling facilities for experimental validation.

• Geochemistry
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Environmental Geology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Diego Fernandez is a Research Professor in the Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah, specializing in isotope geochemistry, mineral resource characterization, and environmental dust dynamics. His work spans four decades of academic appointments (2006–present) with expertise in strontium isotope applications for migration tracking, critical mineral assessments, and dust pollution health impacts. PhD in Thermodynamics, University of Buenos Aires (1992) Research Professor (2021–present) Research Associate Professor (2014–2021) Research Assistant Professor (2006–2014) Research focuses include: strontium isotope geochemistry for reconstructing animal migration and geological processes; critical mineral characterization of coal-bearing strata for rare earth element extraction; environmental health impacts of dust from the Great Salt Lake playa; dust source apportionment in urban settings; and magmatic system petrochronology of the Alta Stock region. Recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate methodological innovations in LA-ICP-MS analysis, Bayesian isotope turnover modeling, and dust-metal contamination frameworks. His studies document elevated health risks from thallium, arsenic, and lead in urban dust, while proposing solutions through dust suppression and international emission reductions. 2024 Distinguished Educator Award, University of Utah College of Science Current grants include USGS-funded terminal lake geochemistry, NSF projects on critical zone dust dynamics, and Bering Sea fisheries baseline studies Teaching activities include directing SRI Research courses (2024) and mentoring interdisciplinary projects on environmental isotopes. Collaborators include institutions across North America and Europe, with fieldwork in Utah, Alaska, Wyoming, and Kenya.

• Experimental Fluid Dynamics
• Data Assimilation
• Network Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. David E. Rival is a full Professor at the Institute of Fluid Mechanics within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig. His research spans interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of experimental fluid dynamics, data assimilation, network science, and bio-inspiration, with applications in renewable energy systems and bio-mimetic engineering. Former Associate Professor at Queen’s University, Canada Doctoral work on dragonfly flight aerodynamics at TU Darmstadt Alexander von Humboldt research fellowship recipient (2020) Postdoctoral associate at MIT studying shape morphing in nature Research chair at University of Calgary on atmospheric sensing His work focuses on unsteady flow phenomena, bio-inspired design, and advanced measurement techniques. Key projects include: Co-chairing NATO AVT task group on flow separation International collaborations with AFOSR, NATO, and ONR Development of cost-effective flow-tracking sensors for natural environments Investigations into shear-thinning suspension dynamics and vortex ring behavior Recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on: Large-scale particle tracking with natural light and UAVs Machine learning for sparse data reconstruction in fluid flows Soft coastal protection methods and ecohydraulics Advanced sensing techniques for atmospheric and industrial applications Scientific Awards: 2020: Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship Notable research achievements include textbook authorship on Biological and Bio-Inspired Fluid Dynamics (Springer) and media features in The Nature of Things (David Suzuki) and Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet .

• Mechanical Engineering
• Energy Conversion
• Sustainable Combustion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ali Haider is a Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable combustion processes and energy conversion systems. Institution: School of Engineering Department: Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering Research Interests: Ali actively investigates advanced combustion technologies, including methane utilization in industrial gas turbines, turbulent combustion modeling, and emission reduction strategies. His work spans thermocatalytic decomposition, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and energy efficiency optimization. Publication Trends: His recent publications highlight applications of CFD in combustion stability, LES modeling for turbulent flows, and innovations in solar energy systems. Key areas include gas turbine injectors, nanocatalysts for methane decomposition, and PVT systems enhanced with nanofluids. Collaborations: Ali collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving energy systems, aerospace combustion, and thermal comfort analysis, with a focus on sustainable and efficient engineering solutions.

• Energy Technology
• Chemical Engineering
• Bioenergy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Leteng Lin is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Built Environment and Energy Technology, Faculty of Technology, Linnaeus University. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (2013), Master's (2005), and Bachelor's (2002) degrees from the same field. His research focuses on energy technology, chemical engineering, and sustainable resource utilization, particularly in combustion, gasification, and pyrolysis processes for biomass and waste feedstocks.

• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
• Heavy Metal Removal
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maciej Thomas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Environmental Technologies, Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Energy, Cracow University of Technology. He holds a PhD in environmental engineering and has been actively researching since 2016. His work focuses on wastewater treatment technologies, heavy metal remediation, and environmental sustainability. Key areas include advanced oxidation processes (e.g., Fenton reagent), adsorption using metal-organic frameworks, and resource recovery from industrial byproducts. Dr. Thomas has published 74 articles, achieving a Scopus h-index of 15 and a WoS h-index of 13. His research also addresses challenges in groundwater quality assessment, particulate matter prediction via machine learning, and environmental risk management. Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering (2016). His research integrates chemical engineering principles with ecological sustainability, emphasizing practical solutions for industrial wastewater and soil contamination. He has contributed to projects involving cerium-based oxidation, poultry manure utilization in soil reclamation, and PFAS contamination in marine ecosystems. His recent work highlights optimization studies for hybrid treatment processes (e.g., ferrate/trithiocarbonate systems) and recovery of rare earth elements from mine waters. Collaborations span environmental chemistry, toxicology, and geosciences. Notably, he explores the intersection of machine learning with environmental monitoring, enhancing predictive capabilities for air and water quality. Dr. Thomas leads interdisciplinary projects addressing both technical and societal dimensions of environmental challenges, with a focus on industrial waste valorization and sustainable resource management.

• Raw Materials Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rossana Bellopede is an Associate Professor at the Politecnico di Torino, affiliated with the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) . She leads the Raw Materials (DIATI) laboratory and contributes to projects like CITERIA (critical raw material recovery) and SHOWCAVE (tourist cave impact mitigation). Her roles include coordinating PhD programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering and teaching courses on Circular Economy , Natural Stone Characterization , and Occupational Safety . Research focuses on solid waste recovery (tunnel muck, mining tailings) natural stone durability (weathering, bowing phenomena) microplastic pollution (karst systems, groundwater, caves) asbestos testing (industrial safety) Recent publications examine textile wastewater microfibers (2025), microplastic transport in karst environments (2025), and critical raw material recovery techniques (2025). Her work aligns with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities). Scientific participations include Advisor for ANIM (National Mining Engineers Association) Organizing committee of Heritage Stones Workshop (2021) Research network PROMETIA (2018-2025) She manages commercial projects like CE marking for Piasentina Stone , develops FAST4C circular textiles protocols (2024-2028), and supervises PhD candidates studying microplastic pollution in karst systems stone durability mechanisms sustainable construction materials

Pierre Le Clechمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Membrane and Separation Technologies
• Chemical Engineering
• Water Treatment Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Pierre Le Clech is a leading expert in membrane science and chemical engineering at the University of New South Wales , affiliated with the UNESCO Centre for Membrane Science & Technology. His work focuses on optimizing membrane processes for water and wastewater treatment, particularly addressing fouling mechanisms caused by biopolymeric materials and algal blooms. Current research explores fouling characterization, energy-efficient desalination, and membrane regeneration strategies. He contributes to Desalination and Water Treatment as Associate Editor, and serves on the editorial boards of Membrane Water Treatment and Process Safety and Environmental Protection . Research Trends : Recent publications highlight advancements in algal fouling analysis, graphene oxide membrane applications, and computational modeling of fouling dynamics. His work bridges chemical engineering with environmental technology , emphasizing sustainable solutions for global water challenges. Scientific Awards : Associate Editor, Desalination and Water Treatment Editorial Board Member, Membrane Water Treatment and Process Safety and Environmental Protection Supervision & Collaboration : He actively supervises projects in municipal wastewater treatment, potable water systems, and membrane fouling mitigation. His team collaborates with industry partners on innovations like solar-integrated desalination and biofouling prevention.

• Interfacial Fluid Dynamics
• High-Speed Photography
• Cavitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathan B. Speirs is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Brigham Young University's College of Engineering. He joined the faculty in 2023 and specializes in interfacial fluid dynamics using high-speed photography and theoretical modeling. His research explores water entry mechanics, cavitation bubble dynamics, and microphysical interactions of droplets with airborne particulates. PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Utah State University (2018) BS in Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University (2015) His research spans: High-speed imaging of water entry and cavitation phenomena Hydroelastic effects on cavity formation Droplet-particulate interactions in atmospheric flows Acceleration-induced fluid instabilities Recent publications focus on water entry dynamics, cavitation control, and fluid-structure interactions, with applications in naval engineering and environmental science. Trends include experimental validation of theoretical models and visualization of transient fluid behaviors. Scientific honors include the American Physical Society Division of Fluid Dynamics Gallery of Fluid Motion Award (2023). Teaching interests emphasize fluid dynamics and engineering measurement techniques. Professional roles include ad hoc peer review for the Journal of Fluids and Structures , Journal of Fluid Mechanics , National Science Foundation grant proposals, and American Physical Society conferences.

Joshua Bostwickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Surface Tension
• Wetting
• Drops
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joshua Bostwick is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University's College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences. He joined Clemson in January 2016 after appointments as Golovin Assistant Professor at Northwestern University and postdoc researcher at NC State University, focusing on interfacial fluid mechanics with industrial and biological applications. Education: Ph.D., Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, Cornell University, 2011 B.S., Civil Engineering and Mechanics, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2005 B.S., Physics, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2005 His research centers on wetting phenomena and elastocapillarity—examining liquid interactions with soft substrates through mathematical modeling and experimentation. Key interests include surface tension-driven dynamics, pattern formation, soft matter physics, and interfacial instabilities. Current projects span droplet durotaxis, ultrasonic soldering, splashing on soft substrates, and granular raft mechanics, emphasizing fundamental physics with practical applications in microfluidics and manufacturing. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal expanding work on granular-fluid systems, electrokinetic instabilities, and elastocapillary transitions, demonstrating cross-disciplinary impact in environmental remediation (oil spill cleanup), bioprinting, and semiconductor manufacturing. His group integrates theoretical frameworks with experimental validation across scales. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2018) for elastocapillary fluid mechanics research Dr. Bostwick actively mentors graduate students and recruits researchers for his group, supported by federal grants including the NSF CAREER award. His ultrasonic soldering platform enables precise study of flux-free joining for dissimilar materials, with industry collaborations enhancing manufacturing applications. The research group collaborates with Clemson colleagues like X. Xuan on complex fluid microfluidics and develops experimental systems for studying droplet dynamics, soft fracture, and granular matter. Current initiatives include automated soldering platforms and investigations into mitochondrial membrane mechanics.

James Bishopمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ocean carbon cycle dynamics
• Remote sensing
• Aquatic chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James Bishop is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Science at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Faculty Senior Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He earned a B.Sc. (Honors) in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry from the University of British Columbia and a Sc.D. in Marine Chemistry from the MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program in Oceanography. His research focuses on ocean carbon cycle dynamics, remote sensing, aquatic chemistry, marine biogeochemistry, and autonomous observing systems. Key affiliations: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (since 2006), University of Victoria (School of Earth and Ocean Sciences), and Columbia University (Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory). Dr. Bishop’s research spans marine particle dynamics, biogeochemical cycling, and development of autonomous sensors for ocean carbon monitoring. His work involves major initiatives like GEOTRACES and VERTIGO, with emphasis on particulate inorganic/organic carbon (PIC/POC) proxies, carbon flux validation, and optical sensor integration. Recent publications highlight advancements in robotic oceanography, carbon export quantification, and cross-polarized light detection methodologies.