Dr. Apostolos Koukouselis is a researcher and lecturer at the Laboratory of Structural Analysis and Design, University of Thessaly (Greece). He holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2011), an M.Sc in Applied Mechanics and Systems Modeling (University of Thessaly, 2013), and a PhD in Structural Engineering (University of Thessaly, 2016). His doctoral research focused on axially compressed cylindrical cementitious shells. Research Focus Dr. Koukouselis specializes in computational mechanics and structural behavior, with emphasis on: Buckling analysis of thin-walled cementitious structures (plates, cylinders, spheres) Ferrocement material performance under shear/compression Nonlinear dynamics of offshore structures including wave/soil interactions Finite element modeling of steel connections and retrofitting techniques Publication Trends His 15 most recent publications (2014-2018) demonstrate concentrated expertise in structural failure analysis, computational modeling of cementitious materials, and offshore engineering. Dominant methodologies include nonlinear finite element analysis and experimental validation of theoretical models. Teaching & Service Teaching assistantships include Structural Analysis I/II, Modeling of Civil Engineering Structures, and Computer Programming (2013-2017). No awards, grants, or student advising roles are documented. Laboratory Affiliation He conducts research at the Laboratory of Structural Analysis and Design, focusing on computational methods for structural integrity assessment.
Dr. David Hindle is a Lecturer at the University of Göttingen's Department of Structural Geology and Geothermics. He holds a PhD from the University of Neuchâtel (1993-1997) and has held academic and industry positions at Shell, GFZ Potsdam, Michigan State University, GEOMAR, and the Universities of Freiburg and Jena before joining Göttingen in 2012. His research focuses on plate kinematics, intraplate tectonics, lithosphere flexure, and dynamic topography. He combines field data with numerical models to study tectonic processes in regions like the Jura Mountains, Central Andes, Okhotsk Plate, and Central Western Europe. Recent work includes studies on the Subhercynian Basin's formation, seismicity along the Okhotsk-North America plate boundary, and structural modeling techniques. He emphasizes model simplicity while acknowledging the limitations of all models. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. He advises no students listed in the provided text. His contact is available at dhindle@gwdg.de.
Александра Радујковић is a Vanredni (Adjunct) Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering and Geodesy, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad. She has been affiliated with the faculty since 1994, initially appointed as an Assistant in the field of Construction Theory. Her teaching roles include courses on Structural Statics I and II, Theory of Plate Structures (Civil Engineering Section), and Construction Theory (Architecture Section). She has supervised one diploma thesis and contributed to 4 research projects in Serbia. With 17 peer-reviewed publications in journals and conference proceedings, her work spans structural analysis and civil engineering applications. She served as Secretary of the Executive Board for INDIS2000. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (1991, University of Novi Sad) Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (1999, University of Novi Sad) Research Interests: Focuses on theoretical aspects of structural mechanics, plate and shell analysis, and practical applications in civil infrastructure. Her work bridges academic research with engineering practice through collaborations with industry and academic institutions. Professional Activities: Active in organizing academic events (e.g., INDIS2000) and has contributed to 4 scientific research projects in Serbia. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Laboratory of the Department of Civil Engineering and Geodesy, where she conducts research and supervises technical projects.
Jean-Francois Babadjian is a Professor at Université Paris Saclay, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics at Orsay within the Faculty of Sciences. His research focuses on mathematical analysis with applications to material science, particularly in the areas of calculus of variations, partial differential equations, and geometric measure theory. His primary research interests include: Calculus of Variations Partial Differential Equations Geometric Measure Theory Applications to Materials Sciences (linear and nonlinear elasticity, damage, fracture, plasticity, shape optimization) Babadjian has published extensively in top mathematical journals, with recent work focusing on plasticity models, fracture mechanics, and the mathematical analysis of material behaviors. His research often explores the connections between theoretical mathematics and practical applications in material science, particularly examining how mathematical frameworks can describe complex material phenomena like crack propagation, damage evolution, and plastic deformation. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and has resulted in significant contributions to the understanding of variational problems in continuum mechanics. Recent publications demonstrate his ongoing engagement with cutting-edge problems in mathematical analysis as applied to material science, with particular emphasis on regularity theory, approximation methods, and the behavior of materials under stress. Babadjian is also actively involved in teaching advanced mathematics courses at Université Paris Saclay, including Calculus of Variations, Partial Differential Equations, and Functional Analysis, as evidenced by his course offerings for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Tobias Schwinn is a Senior Researcher at the Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD) at the University of Stuttgart, Germany. His work focuses on integrating agent-based modeling , robotic fabrication , and computational design for segmented shell structures and timber architecture . He leads the ICD's 'Agent-Based Modeling and Simulation' research group and manages the institute's robotic fabrication infrastructure. PhD in Architecture (2021) from University of Stuttgart Diploma in Architecture from Bauhaus-University Weimar and University of Pennsylvania His research explores behavior-driven design , cyber-physical systems , and distributed robotic construction , with projects like the Landesgartenschau Exhibition Hall (first robotically fabricated segmented timber shell) and HygroSkin Pavilion . Publications examine topics in timber morphologies , fibrous joints , and design-materialization feedback . Teaching activities include Behavioral Design seminars, Computational Design Techniques , and Digital Fabrication workshops. He has lectured internationally at institutions including Columbia GSAPP, Harvard GSD, and University of Sydney, and served on scientific review committees for Fabricate, ACADIA, and Advances in Architectural Geometry conferences.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Eddy Widjaja is a Professor of Structural Engineering and Constructive Design at Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin. He holds a Doctorate in Engineering from Technical University of Berlin (1997) and has held academic positions at TU Berlin, Berlin University of the Arts, and HTWK Leipzig. His research spans didactics in structural design, wide-span and hybrid structures, rammed earth reinforcement, and strip foundation behavior. His recent publications focus on structural planning fundamentals, including mathematical principles, load transfer, and material-specific design for steel, concrete, and timber. A 2014 Beuth Teaching Award winner, he emphasizes critical thinking and material application over pure calculation. Key structural projects include the Kadon Parish Church (Vietnam, 2016), Gando School (Burkina Faso), and collaborations with firms like Heinle Wischer and Partner and Wayss & Freytag Ingenieurbau AG . His teaching integrates cross-material fundamentals and holistic planning. 2014: Beuth Teaching Prize 2016: International Prize for Sacred Architecture (Kadon Church, Vietnam)
Ahmad Shawki Charkieh is a researcher at the Free University of Brussels (VUB), affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering under the Mechanics of Materials and Constructions group. His work focuses on advanced materials, including composite structures, ultrasonic testing, and additive manufacturing. Research Interests: Composite materials, self-healing mechanisms, 3D printing, mechanical metamaterials, structural engineering, and ultrasonic evaluation of cementitious systems. Recent Publications: Studies on tunable sandwich structures, recycled polymer composites, triply periodic minimal surfaces, and non-destructive testing methods for self-healing materials. Collaborations: Active collaborations with institutions in Belgium, France, and other countries, focusing on mechanical and civil engineering applications.
Vanessa Wood is a full professor and chair at the Institute for Electronics (IfE) in the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (D-ITET) at ETH Zürich. Since 2021, she has served as Vice President for Knowledge Transfer and Corporate Relations at ETH Zürich. She was appointed assistant professor in 2011, received tenure in 2014, and was promoted to full professor in 2019. From 2018 to 2020, she served as head of the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics from Yale University (2005), a master's in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT (2007), and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from MIT (2009). Her doctoral research with Prof. Vladimir Bulovic focused on quantum dot LED technology. She completed postdoctoral work at MIT from 2010-2011 with Profs. Yet-Ming Chiang and W. Craig Carter on lithium ion battery flow cell technology. Prof. Wood's research spans multiple areas of materials science and engineering, with particular emphasis on nanocrystal synthesis, battery technologies, and electronic materials. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy storage and optoelectronics. She employs advanced characterization techniques including cryo-TEM, neutron scattering, and various spectroscopic methods to understand materials at the nanoscale. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on next-generation energy storage systems, particularly lithium-sulfur batteries, with investigations into conversion pathways and rate limitations. Her research also encompasses nanocrystal engineering for catalysis, phase change materials for memory applications, and photonic crystals for optical applications. The interdisciplinary nature of her work combines materials synthesis, advanced characterization, and computational methods. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards including the 2014 Science Prize in Electrochemistry endowed by BASF and Volkswagen Group and the 2018 Materials Research Society Outstanding Young Investigator Award. As Vice President for Knowledge Transfer and Corporate Relations, Prof. Wood oversees ETH Zürich's engagement with industry and society, facilitating technology transfer and research collaborations. She leads the Materials and Device Engineering Group (MaDE), which focuses on the development of novel materials and devices through bottom-up approaches. Her group maintains strong collaborations with various research institutions and industry partners, securing significant funding for projects in energy storage, nanomaterials, and electronic devices.
Valerio Varano serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Roma Tre University, where he bridges architectural design with structural engineering and biomechanics. His academic profile reflects a unique interdisciplinary approach connecting form-finding techniques in architecture with medical shape analysis methodologies. His research interests span structural mechanics, shell structures, and shape optimization, with particular focus on R-funicularity concepts for architectural forms. He also conducts significant work in cardiac biomechanics, applying geometric morphometrics to analyze heart structures. His publications reveal a consistent pattern of collaboration between engineering, architecture, and medical researchers, including partnerships with Princeton University's Form Finding Lab. Varano teaches multiple courses including Fundamentals of Structural Mechanics, Shells and Membranes: Shape Research and Optimization, and Architectural Design Laboratory 2 across various architecture degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His teaching approach integrates theoretical mechanics with practical architectural applications. His recent publications demonstrate a dual research trajectory: one focused on architectural shell structures and optimization techniques, and another on cardiac biomechanics and shape analysis. This interdisciplinary work has produced significant contributions to both fields through novel mathematical approaches to shape analysis and structural optimization. Varano maintains active research collaborations across disciplines and institutions, with office hours scheduled on Tuesday mornings for student consultations. His work exemplifies the integration of architectural design principles with rigorous structural analysis and biomedical applications.
Kjell Magne Mathisen is a Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializing in computational mechanics and numerical methods. His work bridges advanced engineering computation with practical applications in structural analysis, contact mechanics, and fluid-structure interaction. Research Focus: Computational mechanics, Isogeometric analysis, Finite Element Method, Nonlinear structural analysis, Fluid-structure interaction, Error estimation. Affiliation: NTNU, Department of Structural Engineering. His recent publications (2019-2024) emphasize wind-resistant bridge design using ALE-VMS and Isogeometric methods, machine learning applications in additive manufacturing, and adaptive refinement techniques for thin plates. Collaborations with leading researchers like Yuri Bazilevs and Trond Kvamsdal highlight cross-institutional efforts. Professor Mathisen's technical competencies include software architecture for engineering computations, parallel processing, and multiscale modeling, with historical contributions to shell analysis, sparse matrix methods, and contact problem simulations.
Dr. Jan Dellith serves as Head of the Microstructure Analysis Working Group within the Competence Center for Micro- and Nanotechnologies at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technologies (Leibniz-IPHT) in Jena, Germany. His research program bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in photonics, catalysis, and nanoelectronics, leveraging the institute's advanced fabrication and characterization facilities. Dr. Dellith's research spans multiple frontiers in nanotechnology, with particular emphasis on quantum dot engineering, photocatalytic materials, and resistive switching phenomena. His group develops novel synthesis approaches for nanomaterials including perovskite quantum dots with engineered organic shells, Prussian blue coated ZnO nanostructures for water oxidation, and antimony sulfide patterns created through grayscale electron beam lithography. Quantum dot surface engineering for enhanced optoelectronic properties Core-shell nanostructures for photocatalysis and energy conversion Memristive materials based on multiferroic oxides Nanozyme development for point-of-need sensing applications Advanced membrane technologies using 2D materials Analysis of Dr. Dellith's recent publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus connecting materials synthesis with device applications. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in nanofabrication techniques while maintaining practical relevance across energy, sensing, and electronics domains. The research shows particular strength in correlating nanoscale material properties with macroscopic device performance, especially in quantum-confined systems and resistive switching materials. While no specific awards are listed in the available documentation, Dr. Dellith's publication record in high-impact journals including ACS Measurement Science Au, ChemPhysChem, and Optical Materials Express demonstrates significant scholarly contribution to the field. His collaborative approach is evident through extensive co-authorship networks across multiple institutions. As Head of the Microstructure Analysis Working Group, Dr. Dellith leads a research team focused on advanced characterization and development of novel nanomaterials. The group maintains strong technical capabilities in electron microscopy, optical spectroscopy, and nanofabrication techniques, enabling comprehensive analysis of material structure-property relationships. Their work bridges fundamental research with practical applications in photonics, energy conversion, and sensing technologies.
Stefano Valvano serves as an Associate Professor in Integrated Computational Materials Engineering within the College of Science and Engineering. His academic appointment focuses on advanced computational methodologies for materials design and structural analysis. Valvano's research spans computational materials science , composite structures , and lattice materials engineering . His work integrates multiscale modeling with mechanical analysis of advanced materials, particularly focusing on high entropy alloys, additively manufactured lattice structures, and viscoelastic composite systems. Key research thrusts include thermo-mechanical optimization of aerospace components, noise/vibration control in multilayered structures, and development of higher-order finite element formulations for complex material systems. Analysis of his publication record reveals strong emphasis on Computational homogenization techniques for lattice structures Advanced finite element modeling of multilayered composites Thermo-mechanical behavior of high entropy alloys Passive damping systems for aerospace applications Optimization of variable-angle-tow composite structures His scientific contributions demonstrate consistent output in high-impact journals including Composite Structures , Computational Materials Science , and Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing , with recent work increasingly addressing space propulsion and lunar outpost applications.
Mark Simons is the John W. and Herberta M. Miles Professor of Geophysics and Director of the Brinson Exploration Hub at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). He holds a B.S. from UCLA (1989) and a Ph.D. from MIT (1995). His career includes roles as Assistant Professor (1997-2003), Associate Professor (2003-2007), and full Professor (2007-2017), before becoming Miles Professor. He served as Jet Propulsion Laboratory Chief Scientist (2017-2023) and assumed the Directorship of the Brinson Hub in 2024. His research focuses on Earth and planetary deformation processes, including seismic cycle mechanics, glaciology, and Enceladus geodynamics. Key tools include space geodesy (GNSS, InSAR, gravity). Current projects involve Enceladus tectonics, ice-ocean interactions, and earthquake cycle dynamics. Recent publications emphasize tidal effects on Enceladus' ice shell, subduction zone locking, and comparative planetary habitability. He advises multiple graduate students and postdocs, and oversees the Seismo Lab and Brinson Exploration Hub. His work bridges field observations with computational modeling, contributing to natural hazard mitigation and planetary science.
Yifan Zhu is a Research Fellow at the Mechanics of Materials and Constructions department, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels, Belgium, focusing on advanced material systems and structural mechanics. His core research interests include: Carbon Fibers Minimal Surfaces Sandwich Structures Filaments Crystallinity Fiber Composites Zhu's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate concentrated expertise in mechanical metamaterials and composite structures, with emphasis on additive manufacturing techniques, geometric optimization, and multi-scale mechanical behavior. His work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation for applications in lightweight engineering and high-performance materials. As an active peer reviewer for Engineering Structures and contributor to the Mechanics of Materials and Constructions research group at VUB, Zhu advances innovative approaches to material design and structural analysis.
Salvatore Brischetto is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy. He serves as Coordinator of the Academic Board for the Ph.D. program in Aerospace Engineering, is a member of the Interdepartmental Center Photonext on Applied Photonics, and is part of the Doctoral School Board. His academic career at Politecnico di Torino has spanned since 2005, progressing from research fellow to Assistant Professor (2010-2018), Associate Professor (2018-2022), and Full Professor (since 2022). Dr. Brischetto earned his Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin in 2005, followed by a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the same institution and in Constituants Elementaires from Université Paris Ouest–Nanterre La Défense in 2009. His academic progression demonstrates steady advancement through the ranks, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. His primary research focuses on 3D and 2D analytical/numerical solutions for thermo-hygro-electro-magneto-elastic analyses of composite, sandwich and functionally graded material (FGM) plates and shells, as well as additive manufacturing applications for aerospace. His work addresses advanced structural modeling, multifield coupling phenomena, and the development of computational methods for complex material systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding the behavior of smart structures under various environmental and mechanical loads, with particular emphasis on the interplay between thermal, moisture, electrical, magnetic, and mechanical fields in advanced composite structures. Dr. Brischetto's publication record shows a consistent focus on multifield structural analysis, with recent work (2022-2025) concentrating on coupled phenomena in advanced materials. His research demonstrates a progression from fundamental structural mechanics to increasingly complex multifield problems, with growing emphasis on practical aerospace applications. The publications reveal strong collaboration with researchers like Domenico Cesare and Roberto Torre, focusing on numerical methods, shell modeling, and specialized analyses for composite and functionally graded materials. Dr. Brischetto serves as associate editor for 'Journal of Composites Science' and 'Curved and Layered Structures,' academic editor for 'Technologies' and 'Science and Engineering of Composite Materials,' and is on the editorial board of two additional international journals. He has served as a reviewer for over 100 international journals, demonstrating his standing in the academic community. He currently supervises PhD student Domenico Cesare (39th cycle, 2023-present) in Computational Solid Mechanics. Dr. Brischetto chairs several degree courses including '3D shell models for composite structures,' 'Aeronautical Constructions,' and 'Numerical modeling and simulation techniques of aerospace structures.' He has been actively involved in teaching across multiple academic years and will serve as Lecturer College Coordinator for the PhD course in Aerospace Engineering from 2024-2027. Dr. Brischetto is co-founder and co-chair of the research group 'ASTRA: Additive manufacturing for Systems and Structures in Aerospace,' which collaborates with various aeronautical/space companies and national and international universities. He is also the founder and chair of the 'PoliDrone' project, developing a multipurpose modular drone produced via 3D printing. His research group works on projects like FreME (Smart Electromechanically Actuated Multi-Disc Brake) and regional technology platforms, demonstrating strong industry connections and practical applications of his research.
