جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Francois Clemensمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Thermal Engineering
• Heat Transfer
• Pulsating Heat Pipes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francois Clemens serves as a Research Fellow at the Advanced Engineering Centre within the School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering at the University of Brighton, focusing on experimental thermal systems research. His work centers on advanced heat transfer technologies with practical applications in aerospace and electronics cooling. His academic foundation includes a Master's degree in Physics from Universite de Mons, awarded on 30 January 2021. Clemens specializes in pulsating heat pipe (PHP) technology, conducting rigorous experimental investigations into thermal performance under diverse conditions. His research encompasses polymeric PHP fabrication, gravity effects, bending angle impacts, and fluid dynamics characterization using infrared thermography and high-speed imaging. Current projects explore dissolved gas effects on pool boiling and flat-plate PHP configurations for space applications, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary methodology bridging thermal engineering and materials science. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals a clear trajectory from fundamental thermal characterization under variable gravity to applied studies on geometric constraints and fluid composition. The research consistently emphasizes experimental validation of polymeric PHPs, with growing focus on real-world deployment challenges in aerospace thermal management systems. No scientific awards are documented in the available records. While collaborative publications indicate active research partnerships, specific details regarding student supervision, grant funding, or dedicated laboratory infrastructure are not provided in current documentation. His work appears integrated within the university's Advanced Engineering Centre framework through multi-institutional research teams.

Mehran Masdariمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Experimental Aerodynamics
• Aeroacoustics
• Heat Transfer Optimization
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mehran Masdari is a Lecturer in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at City St George's, University of London, where he has been serving since 2024 after joining as a Research Fellow and Visiting Lecturer in 2022. He previously held the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Tehran from 2012 to 2022, where he founded and led the Experimental Aerodynamic Research Laboratory (EARL). Education: PhD in Aerodynamics, Sharif University of Technology, Iran (2011) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), City, University of London, United Kingdom (2024) Dr. Masdari's research focuses on experimental aerodynamics, measurement techniques, data analysis, and image processing. He specializes in heat transfer optimization using pulsating flows, aeroacoustic analysis of drone propellers, and energy harvesting from flow-induced motions. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical engineering applications in aerospace and sustainable technologies. He teaches core courses such as 'Measurements and Data Analysis', 'Advanced Aerodynamics', and 'Aeroelasticity', contributing significantly to aerospace education. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in experimental methods, particularly in image-based diagnostics, unsteady flow control, and energy conversion from fluid-structure interactions. His work spans thermal engineering, aeroacoustics, and smart materials, demonstrating interdisciplinary innovation in aerospace systems. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society Dr. Masdari has advised numerous graduate students at the University of Tehran and continues to mentor early-career researchers at City St George's. His research has been supported by institutional and national grants related to advanced measurement systems, drone technology, and sustainable energy solutions. He has led projects integrating optical diagnostics with thermal and structural testing, contributing to both academic knowledge and industrial applications. He established and directed the Experimental Aerodynamic Research Laboratory (EARL) at the University of Tehran, a facility dedicated to cutting-edge experiments in flow measurement, heat transfer, and aeroelasticity. His lab work emphasizes innovation in instrumentation and data interpretation, fostering a hands-on research environment for students and collaborators.

• Thermal Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer Enhancement
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Taiho Yeom is an Associate Professor in the Thermo Fluids Energy Faculty at the University of Mississippi. His research focuses on thermal engineering, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer enhancement, particularly in the context of electronics cooling and active flow control using piezoelectric devices. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (2012). Yeom's work emphasizes experimental and numerical studies on turbulent boundary layers, vortex generation structures, and convection heat transfer in channel flows. His research integrates advanced techniques such as particle image velocimetry (PIV), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and piezoelectric actuation systems to address challenges in thermal management and fluid dynamics optimization. Key research areas include: heat sink design improvements via synthetic jet arrays and piezoelectric fans; flow separation control using high-frequency surface actuation; and the study of passive and active flow control structures in turbulent environments. His publications span experimental validation, numerical modeling, and design optimization for energy-efficient thermal systems. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. Advising details and lab affiliations are not provided in the source text.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Hydraulic Turbines
• Cavitation Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jean Decaix is a Researcher at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO Valais-Wallis - Haute Ecole d'Ingénierie ) within the Department of Energy and Environmental Techniques . His work focuses on hydropower systems , computational fluid dynamics (CFD) , and cavitation modeling for hydraulic turbines. Decaix contributes to projects like SCCER-SoE (Supply of Electricity center) and XFlex Hydro , aiming to enhance grid stability through advanced turbine operation. Decaix's research spans Francis and Pelton turbines , with a focus on flow topology , unsteady cavitating flows , and hydraulic short-circuit modes . He develops freely distributable CFD tools for building airflow and turbine efficiency, validated through experimental measurements and numerical simulations . Notable projects : SCCER-SoE (2017-2020): Innovation roadmaps for geothermal and hydropower Solution de transfert d'énergie par pompage-turbinage à petite échelle (2015-2017): Economic model development for small-scale hydropower Decaix's 15 most recent publications (2015-2024) cover topics like cavitation suppression , vortex rope dynamics , Pelton turbine efficiency , and CFD validation for building energy systems. His work emphasizes renewable energy integration and mechanical stress reduction in hydropower plants.

Qiang Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gas Turbine Heat Transfer
• Aerodynamics
• Conjugate Heat Transfer
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Qiang Zhang is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering at City, University of London. His career spans leading academic and research roles at the University of Michigan - Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute, University of Oxford, and the University of Utah. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2005) and an MSc in Thermal Engineering (1996, 1993) from Dalian University of Technology. Key Affiliations : City, University of London (Reader, 2020–present; Lecturer, 2014–2020); University of Michigan - SJTU Joint Institute (Associate Professor, 2011–2014); University of Oxford (Research Staff, 2006–2011); University of Utah (Research Assistant Professor, 2005–2006). Research Interests focus on high-speed gas turbine heat transfer, aerodynamics, and cooling systems. He pioneered dynamic thermal management techniques like unsteady conjugate cooling and Turbo Heat Exchanger (patented 2022), which are transforming coolant efficiency in aerospace and electronics. His work bridges experimental methods (e.g., transient thermal measurements, wind tunnel development) with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) validation. Publications & Impact include over 95 documents with 2,365 citations and an h-index of 25. His 15 most recent articles (2009–2025) reveal a trend toward intermittent impingement cooling , ribbed/grooved surface optimization , and shock wave control . These span disciplines like mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, and thermal systems design. Awards & Recognition : ASME Fellow (2019) Rolls-Royce Award to Inventors (2013) ASME Turbo Expo Best Paper Awards (2016, 2017) ASME Journal of Heat Transfer Outstanding Reviewer (2012) Oxford University Award of Merit Review (2007) Professional Contributions include editorial roles (ASME Journal of Thermal Science and Engineering Applications, Aerospace Special Issues) and committee membership in the ASME K-14 Heat Transfer division since 2011. He leads an EPSRC project on unsteady cooling mechanisms and is commercializing a patented Turbo Heat Exchanger through a spin-off company.

Stavros Tavoularisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Turbulence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stavros Tavoularis is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Ottawa, cross-appointed in the Department of Physics. He holds the HPCVL-Sun Microsystems Chair in Computational Science and Engineering. His academic journey includes degrees from the National Technical University of Athens (Dipl.Eng., 1973), Virginia Tech (M.Sc., 1974), and Johns Hopkins University (Ph.D., 1978). He has served as Department Chair and Director of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Currently, he leads the uOttawa Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, supervising a multidisciplinary team of students and researchers. Education: Dipl.Eng., National Technical University of Athens (1973) M.Sc., Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (1974) Ph.D., The Johns Hopkins University (1978) Research interests span fluid mechanics, turbulence, vortex dynamics, aerodynamics, nuclear thermal hydraulics, and biofluid dynamics. His work emphasizes experimental and computational studies, including turbulence modulation, supercritical fluid heat transfer, and flow instrumentation. Notable projects involve CANDU reactor thermal hydraulics, mechanical heart valve fluid dynamics, and flow instability in eccentric channels. He has secured grants from NSERC, NRC, DND, and industry partners like Pratt & Whitney Canada. Publications reflect expertise in supercritical fluids, two-phase flow, and turbulence. Recent trends focus on flow instability mitigation, scalar dispersion optimization, and computational benchmarking for industrial flows. His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with engineering applications in energy systems and biomedical devices. Awards include Fellowships from the Canadian Academy of Engineering, Engineering Institute of Canada, and the American Physical Society, alongside the George S. Glinski Award. His advisory roles include supervision of over 50 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Current projects involve CFD simulations of nuclear reactor headers and biofluid dynamics in cardiovascular systems. Labs/Teams: Director of the uOttawa Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, collaborating with industry and government on experimental and computational flow analysis. Key facilities include supercritical fluid test loops and advanced PIV/PLIF measurement systems.

Diana Grisolía Santosمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Modelling (Regional models, Oil spill models, Lagrangian models)
• Air-sea interaction
• Oceanography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Diana Grisolía Santos holds the position of Researcher at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC). She completed her Marine Sciences degree at ULPGC in 1989 and earned a Ph.D. in Physics in 1999, with part of her doctoral work conducted at the University of Rhode Island (URI) under Dr. Malcolm Spaulding's guidance in oil spill modeling. Her research focuses on oceanographic modeling, including regional models, oil spill simulations, Lagrangian models, and air-sea interaction with mesoscale oceanic structures. Key projects involve studying mid-ocean anticyclonic eddies' Lagrangian evolution and eddy-wind interactions. She has contributed to numerous regional, national, and European research initiatives. Publications highlight expertise in ocean-atmosphere coupling, eddy dynamics, sea-breeze fronts, and numerical simulations. Notable works include studies on the Cape Verde Frontal Zone, South Atlantic zonal flows, and the North Icelandic Irminger Current. Her work integrates observational and computational approaches to understand marine and atmospheric processes. Her research has addressed diverse topics such as tropical storm impacts on Canary Islands meteorology, oil spill dispersion modeling, and mesoscale convective systems. Diana has collaborated internationally, with a focus on regional oceanography and climatic dynamics in the Canary Archipelago and surrounding Atlantic regions.

Shawn Putnamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Interfacial Heat and Mass Transport
• Optical Diagnostics
• Phase-Change Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shawn Putnam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Central Florida (UCF). He joined UCF in 2012 after serving as a thermal/materials scientist at the Air Force Research Laboratory. His expertise spans interfacial heat/mass transport, optical diagnostics, and phase-change materials. Putnam holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering (UIUC, 2007) and dual bachelor’s degrees in Physics and Applied Mathematics from the University of Minnesota Duluth (2001). His research focuses on advancing thermal management technologies through optical diagnostics for biomolecular binding and interfacial transport. He has pioneered studies on microdroplet evaporation, pulsed spray cooling, and nano-scale thermal phenomena. Awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2017) and Air Force Summer Faculty Fellowships (2015, 2019). Key Research Areas : Interfacial Phenomena, Thermal Diagnostics, Alternative Energy, Biosensors Grants : NSF CAREER Grant for active cooling of extreme heat fluxes Teaching : Courses include Engineering Thermodynamics, Energy Systems, and Intermediate Heat Transfer Lab Work : Develops advanced cooling systems and thermal mapping techniques using quantum dots Recent work explores pulsed sprays for high-power device cooling and curriculum alignment strategies to support transfer students in engineering. His lab integrates experimental and computational approaches to solve complex thermal challenges.

Wael H. Ahmedمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multiphase Flow Analysis
• Thermo-Fluid Dynamics
• Energy Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wael H. Ahmed is a Professor at the University of Guelph's Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on multiphase flow analysis for energy, water, and food systems, including thermo-fluid dynamics of mechanical systems. He teaches undergraduate courses such as Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Heat Transfer, and graduate courses on phase change heat transfer and two-phase flow. His research lab, the Flow, Energy and Dynamics Solution (FEADS) lab, collaborates with industry to develop sustainable solutions for mechanical systems, addressing fluid-structure interaction challenges. Current projects involve optimizing airlift pumps for aquaculture, biogas production, and CO2 capture. Dr. Ahmed emphasizes hands-on learning, engaging students in real-world engineering problems through 'Learning by Doing' initiatives. Key research areas include multiphase flow dynamics, two-phase flow instabilities, and energy-efficient technologies. He has developed innovative pumping systems and sensors for industrial applications, such as the FloNergia airlift pump commercialized with academic-industry partnerships. His work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD), experimental validation, and machine learning for flow pattern identification. Recent projects explore applications in nuclear power plant safety, catalytic converter flow analysis, and sustainable energy systems design.

• Hydraulic Fluid Power
• Fluid Mechanics
• Positive Displacement Pumps
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Massimo Rundo is an Associate Professor at the Polytechnic of Turin 's Department of Energy (DENERG) and coordinator of the Fluid Power Research Laboratory (FPRL) . With over 70 Scopus-indexed publications, his work focuses on modeling, simulation, and experimental validation of fluid power systems. Research Interests: Positive displacement pumps (gerotor, gear, vane, piston) Hydraulic valves (flow forces, pressure control) Mobile hydraulics (excavators, telehandlers) CFD and lumped parameter modeling Incomplete filling phenomena at high speeds Recent Publications analyze flow dynamics in pumps, vibration-based fault detection, and energy-efficient hydraulic architectures through 1D/3D simulations. He has coordinated industry-funded projects with companies like Casappa and Pierburg Pump Technology. Honors: MDPI Energies Editor's Choice (2018) SAE Excellence in Oral Presentation (2004) SAE Certificate of Appreciation (2000) Rundo teaches graduate courses in Mobile and Industrial Fluid Power and advises master's theses, while serving as Associate Editor for the International Journal of Fluid Power and committee member for major conferences including ASME/BATH Symposium and International Maha Fluid Power Conference.

Alan Kayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurobiology
• Cell Biology
• Biophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan Kay is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Iowa . His research focuses on the biophysical mechanisms underlying ion and water fluxes in nervous systems, with particular emphasis on the sodium pump's role in cell volume stabilization and the interplay between ion transporters, impermeant molecules, and the Donnan effect. He collaborates with Dr. Dan Eberl to study sensory transduction in Drosophila antennae and pioneered the innovative goggatomy technique for exposing live cells in arthropods. Research Areas : Neurobiology, Cell Biology, Biophysics, Computational Modeling, Sensory Systems Methods : Electrophysiology, Fluorescent Imaging, Drosophila Genetics, Mathematical Modeling Key Discoveries : Mechanisms of ion homeostasis, Role of Donnan effect in cell volume regulation, Development of goggatomy for physiological experiments

Leonid Hrebienمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Dynamics and Control Systems
• Aerospace Medicine
• Pattern Recognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Leonid Hrebien is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Drexel University's College of Engineering. His career spans decades of research at the intersection of biomedical engineering and aerospace medicine. Dr. Hrebien's research focuses on biological dynamics and control systems applied to aerospace physiology, particularly through G-suit development for pilots and pattern recognition algorithms for proteomics/cytometry. He also investigates biological data detection and estimation with applications in predictive toxicology and drug development . His Google Scholar publications demonstrate expertise in physiological monitoring , hypoxia detection , and acceleration stress mitigation . Key trends include sensor fusion for biomedical devices, machine learning applications in molecular profiling, and cognitive performance analysis under aerospace stressors. Nominated for Alan T. Waterman Young Investigator Award Three-time ASEE Summer Faculty Fellow IEEE Senior Member Aerospace Medical Association: Associate Fellow → Fellow Best Navy Paper at Air Force/Navy Symposium 2003/2007 Aerospace Medical Association Awards Dr. Hrebien has served as Guest Editor for IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine and Editor for the 'Science and Technology Watch' column in Aviation, Space and Environmental Medicine . His work has received continuous support from US Federal agencies and pharmaceutical industry partners like Glaxo Smithkline and Centocor.

HU Longhuaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fire Dynamics
• Combustion Science
• Fire Safety Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

HU Longhua is a Professor at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and serves as Director Assistant of the State Key Laboratory of Fire Science. His primary research focuses on fire dynamics under extreme conditions including wind effects, sub-atmospheric pressures, and microgravity environments. His research interests span multiple critical areas of fire science: Fire and pollutant transportation under wind with environmental impact Urban/building fire safety (tunnels, metros, high-rises) and risk assessment Energy system fire safety and sustainability Buoyant flow dynamics and turbulent fire plume entrainment Combustion behavior under extreme conditions (microgravity, high altitude) Analysis of his publication record reveals strong emphasis on experimental fire dynamics, particularly in cross-flow conditions and reduced-pressure environments. His work consistently bridges fundamental combustion physics with practical fire safety engineering applications across 190+ refereed papers. Major scientific recognitions include: Royal Society Newton Advanced Fellowship (2015) Elsevier Most Cited Chinese Researcher (2014-2018) National Science and Technology Innovation Leadership Talent (2018) IAFSS Outstanding Image Award (2017) Prof. Hu has supervised numerous graduate students (receiving Anhui Province's Excellent Master Thesis Supervisor Award) and secured significant research funding including eight National Natural Science Foundation projects and three Ministry of Science and Technology projects. He serves as Editorial Board Member for Fire Technology and holds leadership positions in the International Association for Fire Safety Science. His laboratory conducts cutting-edge research on fire behavior in complex environments, with strong industry collaboration for urban fire safety consultancy and risk assessment projects.

N Sri Namachchivayaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multi-scale Modeling
• Stochastic Dynamical Systems
• Stability Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. N. Sri Namachchivaya is Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Waterloo with PhD from University of Waterloo. His research develops mathematical frameworks for stochastic dynamical systems, focusing on stability analysis, bifurcation theory, and multi-scale modeling. Recipient of NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award and multiple distinguished professorships, he has secured $8M+ in research funding and published over 250 scholarly works. Research examines noise-induced phenomena in nonlinear systems using asymptotic methods, dimensional reduction, and computational techniques. Current projects investigate stochastic bifurcations in fluid-structure systems, data assimilation for chaotic systems, and filtering algorithms for multiscale dynamics. Publications demonstrate theoretical advances in stochastic stability analysis and practical algorithms for engineering systems. Recent work focuses on Hopf bifurcations in turbulent flow models, particle filtering for chaotic systems, and stability of infrastructure in turbulent conditions. Scientific Awards: NSF Presidential Young Investigator (1990) Russell Severance Springer Distinguished Professor (2011) MSRI Distinguished Professor (2007) Xerox Research Award (1989, 1993) ASME Outstanding Service Award (2007) Supervised 20 doctoral students and 21 master's students. Lectures internationally on stochastic dynamics and nonlinear systems theory. Directs the Fields-CQAM Laboratory for Inference & Prediction, developing mathematical tools for complex system analysis across physics, engineering, and environmental science domains.

Mohammad El Smailyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Partial Differential Equations
• Nonlinear Analysis
• Reaction-Diffusion Models
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohammad El Smaily is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from Aix-Marseille Université (2008). Before joining UNBC, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of British Columbia (PIMS postdoc), Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Toronto (NSERC postdoc). His research focuses on Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) , dynamical systems , and their applications in population dynamics , mathematical biology , and ecology . Key areas include reaction-diffusion models, integro-difference equations, and the analysis of traveling waves in heterogeneous environments. Recent work explores mixed local/nonlocal operators , nonlinear advection-diffusion systems , and free boundary problems in ecological contexts. His publications span topics like front propagation in shear flows, Wolbachia infection models, and spectral analysis of nonlocal operators. Dr. El Smaily currently advises students in MSc and PhD Mathematics programs at UNBC. His research has been supported by collaborations with institutions globally, including the University of New Brunswick and INRAE (France). Publications (selected): Over 20 peer-reviewed articles, including work on KPP equations, integro-difference systems, and predator-prey dynamics with free boundaries. Full list available on Google Scholar .