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Philip Donnelanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Energy Storage
• Renewable Energy
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Philip Donnelan is a researcher at the School of Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering , University College Dublin (UCD), where he focuses on sustainable energy storage and localized pharmaceutical manufacturing. His work addresses critical gaps in renewable energy reliability and cost-efficient medicine delivery. His research in sustainable energy involves developing a liquid air energy storage system powered by renewables (e.g., wind, solar), which also captures carbon emissions. This system uses standard hardware like tanks and compressors to store energy compactly, with a prototype currently under development at UCD. In pharmaceutical manufacturing , he explores 3D-printed reactors and components to enable portable, disposable medicine production. This approach aims to decentralize supply chains, reduce costs, and improve access to personalized medications in underserved regions. In chemical engineering , Dr. Donnelan’s team applies mathematical modeling to optimize reactor designs, shrinking volumes (e.g., pen-sized reactors) and automating processes. The technology could transform energy systems by bridging intermittent renewable generation and pharmaceutical practices by enabling on-site production in hospitals or remote areas.

Sara Veroمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Soil Physics
• Hydrology
• Nitrogen and Phosphorus Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sara Vero is a Lecturer in the Department of Land Sciences at Seton Technological University (SETU). Her research focuses on soil physics, hydrology, and agricultural environmental management, particularly nitrate time lag dynamics and phosphorus release mechanisms. She holds a PhD from the National University of Ireland, Galway (2016), an MSc from University College Dublin (2011), and a BSc in Agricultural Science (2011). Education: PhD in Agricultural Science, National University of Ireland, Galway (2016) MSc in Soil Compaction, University College Dublin (2011) BScAgr in Animal & Crop Production, University College Dublin (2011) Research Interests: Sara investigates soil-water interactions, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus transport in agricultural systems. Her work addresses time lag phenomena in nutrient dynamics, farmyard management practices, and mitigation strategies for watercourse pollution. She emphasizes practical field methodologies, as showcased in her 2021 guide Fieldwork Ready . Projects & Grants: Principal Investigator (2022–2026): "The Role of Soil Structure on Chemical and Physical Mechanisms of Phosphorus Availability" Former roles: Postdoctoral researcher at Kansas State University, Research Officer with Teagasc Agricultural Catchments Programme Teaching: She teaches courses ranging from introductory laboratory practices to advanced research methods, and supervises PhD students in organic agriculture and environmental science.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Spectroscopy
• Environmental Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Murphy is a Technology Leader in Analytical Science at the Department of Science Pharmaceutical and Molecular Biotechnology Research Centre, South East Technological University. His research focuses on spectroscopic techniques, material science, and environmental analysis. Key areas include Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), sensor technology development, and biomedical applications of marine macroalgae. He has contributed to advancements in sol-gel media for ATR/FTIR sensing, Fickian diffusion modeling, and chlorinated hydrocarbon analysis. His work bridges environmental, analytical, and biomedical disciplines, with applications in both academic and industrial contexts. Notable research outputs include studies on prebiotics from marine sources, novel sensor materials, and polymer-diffusant interactions analyzed via ATR-FTIR. Murphy collaborates across interdisciplinary teams, as evidenced by co-authored works in journals like Marine Drugs and Analyst.

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Bridge Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Quilligan is an Associate Professor at the School of Engineering, University of Limerick. His research focuses on structural engineering, particularly in bridge loading analysis, life cycle assessment, and engineering education methodologies. He has contributed to innovative projects like deployable tensegrity grids and traffic load modeling for long-span bridges. Dr. Quilligan actively integrates sustainability principles into civil engineering curricula through problem-based learning frameworks. His work bridges theoretical analysis with real-world applications, emphasizing infrastructure resilience and environmental impact. Key research areas include: Extreme load effects on bridges Life cycle assessment in construction Tensegrity structural systems Education innovation in civil engineering Connected vehicle infrastructure impacts Recent publications highlight advancements in biogenic carbon accounting, ARMA-based load simulation, and bridge traffic analysis. His work frequently appears in journals like Structural Engineering International and Advances in Engineering Software. Quilligan collaborates internationally on topics ranging from coal rock mechanics to sustainable timber use.

• Public International Law
• International Human Rights Law
• International Courts and Tribunals
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael A. Becker serves as Assistant Professor of International Human Rights Law at Trinity College Dublin's School of Law. He directs dissertations for the LLM programme and teaches Public International Law and International Human Rights Law modules. His academic work bridges legal theory and practical international justice mechanisms. Becker holds a law degree from Yale Law School and a B.A. in Political Science and French from Amherst College. He is completing his PhD at the University of Cambridge as a WM Tapp scholar at Gonville and Caius College. His pre-academic career includes service as an Associate Legal Officer at the International Court of Justice (2010-2014), private practice at Allen & Overy LLP and Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP, and judicial clerkship for Hon. Sidney H. Stein in the U.S. Federal Court. He remains admitted to practice as a New York attorney. His research examines international courts and tribunals , fact-finding mechanisms , law of the sea , and human rights in foreign policy . Becker's scholarship reveals evolving patterns in ICJ reliance on third-party evidence, challenges in genocide convention implementation, and the political dimensions of international adjudication. His recent work analyzes South Africa's Gaza case and Ireland's international law practice. Becker's publications appear in leading journals including European Journal of International Law , American Journal of International Law , and Harvard International Law Journal . As Editor-in-Chief of the Yale Journal of International Law during his studies, he maintains active scholarly engagement through the Irish Yearbook of International Law. WM Tapp PhD Studentship (Gonville and Caius College, University of Cambridge) 2014-17 Ambrose Gherini Prize (Yale Law School) 2004 Edward D Robbins Prize (Yale Law School) 2004 His professional trajectory combines high-level judicial experience with academic rigor. Becker's ICJ service informs his analysis of provisional measures and state compliance mechanisms. Current research explores the intersection of scientific evidence and international adjudication, particularly regarding climate change. His work demonstrates consistent focus on strengthening international legal accountability through institutional innovation.

• Terahertz Optics
• Optical Systems Design
• Millimeter-wave Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marcin Gradziel is a Lecturer in the Department of Experimental Physics at Maynooth University, part of the Faculty of Science & Engineering. He is affiliated with the Space Terahertz Optics Group and specializes in theoretical and practical aspects of optical systems design at millimeter and sub-millimeter wavelengths. His research integrates computational models with experimental physics, particularly in coherence studies of electron impact excitation and development of software frameworks like MODAL. Education: MSc in Physics (Physical Foundations of Microelectronics) from Nicholas Copernicus University (1998), PhD in Physics from National University of Ireland Maynooth (2003). Research interests include THz technology, CMB polarization experiments (e.g., QUBIC and LiteBIRD), and optical system optimization. He established Ireland’s first LabVIEW Academy in 2010, emphasizing computational tools in experimental sciences. Publications focus on THz propagation, bolometer design, and CMB instrumentation. Collaborations include international projects like QUBIC and LiteBIRD, aiming to advance cosmological observations. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in space-based and ground-based telescopes. Grants and advising: Active in research grants related to CMB experiments and detector technology. No formal student advisees listed in provided data. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Space Terahertz Optics Group and collaborator on QUBIC and LiteBIRD consortiums.

• Machine Learning
• Electrical Engineering
• Data Storage Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Barry Fitzgerald is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. His research focuses on applying machine learning to address challenges in data storage systems, particularly NAND flash memory endurance prediction, bit error correction, and process optimization. He has contributed to interdisciplinary work combining machine learning with process mining for industrial applications. Key research areas include machine learning algorithms for error prediction in flash memory, classification models, and system engineering. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure. Fitzgerald has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, with notable contributions in IEEE Access, Procedia Manufacturing, and international machine learning symposia. Collaboration highlights include partnerships on NAND flash endurance modeling and process optimization techniques. His research bridges electrical engineering and computer science, emphasizing practical solutions for data storage reliability and efficiency.

Ian McLoughlinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Medical Imaging
• Deep Learning
• Hyperspectral Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ian McLoughlin is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science & Applied Physics. His research focuses on medical imaging, deep learning, and biomedical applications, with contributions to cancer diagnosis, tumor classification, and forensic healthcare technologies. He has an h-index of 13 and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and conferences since 2021. Key research interests include developing efficient machine learning models for medical diagnostics, such as brain tumor classification using neural networks and hyperspectral imaging, as well as optimizing diagnostic tools like lightweight deep learning frameworks for breast cancer. His work also explores mobile health applications for risk assessment in forensic settings. Collaborations include projects with researchers like H. Ayaz, D. Tormey, and S. Unnikrishnan, focusing on perfusion MRI analysis and computational biology. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. No grants or advising details are provided in the text. His research spans interdisciplinary areas at the intersection of computer science and healthcare, with a focus on practical clinical applications.

Saleema Pandaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis
• Structural Engineering
• Granular Flow Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Saleema Panda is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering & Construction at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Sligo, Ireland. She specializes in structural dynamics, nonlinear finite element analysis, granular flow mechanics, and earthquake engineering. Her work bridges computational methods with practical applications in resilient infrastructure design and material science. Education: PhD in Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (National Institute of Technology Rourkela, 2019). She has authored over 13 peer-reviewed articles addressing topics such as seismic resilience, granular segregation control, and advanced finite element methodologies. Research interests focus on: (1) Dynamic behavior of stiffened plates under extreme loads (2) Granular flow dynamics in industrial systems (3) Soft computing techniques for seismic prediction (4) Sustainable materials innovation. Notable contributions include hybrid TMD-TLD systems for MDOF structures and recycled plastic-based acoustic materials. Collaboration highlights include granular flow studies with experts like D.S. Tan, and structural dynamics research with A. Pandit and others. Active in PhD supervision and has contributed to 49 citations with an h-index of 49. Labs/Teams: Engaged in computational mechanics and granular materials research groups at ATU Sligo.

Yan Jiangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wastewater treatment
• Biowaste management
• Biorefinery
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yan Jiang is an academic in the Department of Environmental Science at ATU Sligo, specializing in wastewater treatment, biowaste management, and sustainable biorefinery processes. His research focuses on mitigating greenhouse gas emissions through life cycle assessment and enhancing bioenergy recovery from agricultural waste. With a Chartered Engineer certification from Engineers Ireland, he actively contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and resource efficiency. His work emphasizes anaerobic co-digestion of pig manure and food waste, exploring biochar's stimulatory effects, pathogen inactivation, and system stability. He has published extensively on topics such as methanogenic pathway dynamics, microbial community interactions, and the economic viability of on-farm biowaste systems. His research not only addresses environmental challenges but also bridges gaps between sustainable agriculture and renewable energy production. Key Projects: Dry anaerobic co-digestion optimization, pathogen elimination in biowaste processing, and life cycle assessment of biorefinery systems. Professional Membership: Chartered Engineer (Engineers Ireland). Contributions: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on advancing sustainable waste-to-energy solutions.

• Deep Learning
• Cybersecurity
• Smart Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Iram Arshad is a Research Engineer at the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest, specializing in cybersecurity and deep learning applications. Their work addresses critical challenges in smart manufacturing, adversarial machine learning, and data security. Research contributions include frameworks for detecting backdoor attacks in deep neural networks and methodologies for enhancing transparency in technology education research. Arshad's expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to industry innovation and infrastructure. Education: Doctoral degree from Technological University of the Shannon (2024) Key research interests focus on backdoor attacks, deep learning model vulnerabilities, and Industry 4.0 cybersecurity. Recent work explores runtime data-free attack methods and big data testing challenges. Arshad has collaborated internationally on projects addressing adversarial machine learning and educational research transparency.

• Virtual Reality
• Immersive Experience
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shane Wilson is a Lecturer in Computer Science at the Department of Computing, Letterkenny Institute of Technology. His research focuses on immersive technologies, virtual reality applications in mental health, educational pedagogy, and neurogaming. He actively collaborates internationally and has received notable awards including the Distinguished Education Excellence Fellowship (2019) and the Research Excellence and Impact Award (2020). Wilson is currently accepting PhD students and has contributed to interdisciplinary work spanning computer science, healthcare, and education. Education Background: Not explicitly detailed in provided texts. His research interests emphasize leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences and address societal challenges. Recent work explores AI's impact on assessment methods and comparative analyses of immersive technologies like 360° video and VR for older adults. His neurogaming studies bridge neuroscience and interactive systems, particularly examining age-related differences in neural responses. Key publications in 2024 include advancements in instructional video use, constructivist learning frameworks, and AI-driven assessment alternatives. Earlier contributions include neurophysiological studies on motion-onset visual evoked potentials. Awards: Distinguished Education Excellence Fellowship, Research Excellence and Impact Award Grants/Projects: Not explicitly listed in texts. Wilson is affiliated with the Department of Computing and collaborates on projects exploring technology's role in mental health and education innovation.

• Environmental Science
• Marine Biology
• Aquaculture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Colin Hannon is a Senior Research Fellow and Principal Investigator at the Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (MFRC), affiliated with the Department of Natural Resources & The Environment at the National University of Ireland, Galway. His research focuses on marine environmental science, aquaculture sustainability, and ecological risk assessment. Key areas include microplastic pollution, trace metal bioaccumulation, and the ecological impacts of human activities on marine organisms like oysters, sea urchins, and abalone. Recent work highlights include studies on geographic patterns of microplastics in the Mediterranean and Atlantic, analysis of oyster aquaculture practices across the Atlantic, and assessments of sea urchin restocking efficacy. Hannon collaborates internationally, with projects addressing environmental risk, food safety, and sustainable fisheries management. His contributions span peer-reviewed articles (9 listed), with notable citations in environmental pollution and aquaculture journals. Research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to marine conservation and aquaculture innovation, blending ecological, economic, and technological perspectives. Work on trace metals in the plastisphere underscores emerging environmental risks, while studies on species like Paracentrotus lividus and Haliotis tuberculata advance sustainable practices in fisheries and aquaculture.

• Blockchain Technology
• Deep Learning
• Cybersecurity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yuhang Ye is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Computer and Software Engineering at the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest. Their research focuses on blockchain technology, cybersecurity, video streaming optimization, and deep learning. Key areas include smart contract-based systems, adversarial machine learning, and network security. Research Interests: Blockchain applications (e.g., payment channels, decentralized agents), cybersecurity (e.g., backdoor attacks, anomaly detection), and video processing (super-resolution techniques). Recent work explores efficient neural architectures and defense mechanisms against adversarial AI. Publications (2021–2025) highlight contributions to blockchain scalability, video super-resolution algorithms, and AI security. Notable collaborations include studies on Ripple transaction networks and IoT security. No awards or grants explicitly listed. No student advisees identified in provided data. Research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure (SDG 9).

• Internet of Things
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Quality of Service
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert Stewart serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Computer and Software Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics. With an h-index of 5 and 83 citations according to Scopus, his research spans from 2003 to 2017, focusing on networked systems with particular expertise in Internet of Things (IoT), Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN), and Quality of Service (QoS) for real-time applications. His academic contributions demonstrate sustained engagement in solving critical communication infrastructure challenges. Stewart's research interests converge on technical optimization of IoT and WSN frameworks, with significant emphasis on precision agriculture applications. He has pioneered dynamic management systems using K-means machine learning for agricultural IoT, developed propagation models for wireless signal behavior in farm environments, and engineered resource allocation techniques to mitigate interference in mobile sensor networks. His research fingerprint highlights dominant expertise in Quality of Service (100%), Wireless Sensor Network (90%), and Internet-Of-Things (49%), reflecting a cohesive trajectory toward enhancing network reliability in resource-constrained operational settings. These efforts directly support UN Sustainable Development Goals for sustainable agriculture and resilient infrastructure development. Analysis of his 2016-2017 publications reveals a strategic focus on machine learning integration and protocol optimization for agricultural IoT systems. Key trends include using K-means clustering for dynamic resource management, developing propagation models for precision agriculture signal transmission, and optimizing coordinator functionality in Personal Area Networks to enhance QoS. His work demonstrates progressive sophistication in addressing channel interference, traffic differentiation, and duty cycle adaptation within IEEE 802.15.4 networks, establishing a clear research trajectory bridging theoretical networking principles with practical agricultural technology implementations.