جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Yildiz Bayazitogluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thermal Sciences
• Heat Transfer
• Nanotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yildiz Bayazitoglu is the Harry S. Cameron Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Professor of Materials Science and NanoEngineering at Rice University since 1996. She joined Rice in 1977 and has held prior roles as an assistant professor at Middle East Technical University (1973–74) and a visiting assistant professor at the University of Houston (1975–76). Her education includes a B.S. from Middle East Technical University (1967), and M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (1969 and 1974). Her research focuses on convective heat transfer with phase change , micro/nano-scale heat transfer , and radiation heat transfer . Key areas include thermal modeling of biomedical systems, containerless materials processing, and fuel cell design. She has pioneered work on nanofluids, interfacial thermal resistance, and radiation shielding for aerospace applications. Dr. Bayazitoglu has published over 200 technical papers and holds patents in thermal engineering. She authored two heat transfer textbooks and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Thermal Sciences . Her honors include ASME’s Heat Transfer Memorial Award, AAAS and AIAA Fellowships, and membership in the Turkish Academy of Sciences. Education: B.S., Middle East Technical University (1967) M.S., University of Michigan (1969) Ph.D., University of Michigan (1974) Leadership Roles: Former Vice-President of the International Center for Heat and Mass Transfer (2019–2021) Member of Turkish Academy of Sciences Energy Sources Committee (2017–2018) Her work bridges thermal engineering with biomedical, aerospace, and materials science applications, emphasizing practical solutions to complex thermal challenges.

• Product Development Methodology
• Lightweight Structures
• Systems Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Markus Zimmermann leads the Chair of Product Development and Lightweight Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). With a background in mechanical engineering from TU Berlin and the University of Michigan, and a doctorate from MIT on solid-state singularities, he bridges academic rigor with industrial application. His career spans 12 years at BMW focusing on vehicle development before transitioning to academia. Specializes in solution space engineering for robust design Expert in additive manufacturing and systems engineering Develops methodologies for managing design complexity and uncertainty His research focuses on multidisciplinary design optimization and lightweight structures , particularly in robotics and automotive systems . His team applies digital twin frameworks and attribute dependency graphs to enhance design processes. Recent publications emphasize topology optimization in robotic systems and thermal management for medical X-ray sources. Key trends in his 2024-2025 publications include: Topological optimization for additive manufacturing and robotics Application of solution spaces to manage design uncertainty Development of compact X-ray systems for medical therapy Integration of digital twin technologies in industrial contexts

Susanna Thonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Renewable Energy Conversion
• Photovoltaics
• Nanomaterials Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Susanna Thon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), affiliated with the Whiting School of Engineering. She serves as Associate Director of the Ralph O’Connor Sustainable Energy Institute (ROSEI) and a member of the Data Science and AI Institute. Her research focuses on nanomaterials engineering for optoelectronic devices, emphasizing solar energy conversion and sensing. Notable areas include plasmonic-photocatalytic systems using aluminum nanoparticles and nanostructured materials like colloidal quantum dots for next-generation devices. Thon holds a BSc from MIT (2005) and MSc/PhD in Physics from UC Santa Barbara (2008/2010). She joined JHU in 2013 after postdoctoral work at the University of Toronto. Her work is funded by agencies such as the NSF, U.S. Army, and Maryland Energy Innovation Institute. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers and received JHU’s Catalyst and Discovery awards. Key research projects include developing plasmonic systems to enhance light absorption in titanium dioxide and creating scalable fabrication techniques for optoelectronic materials. Thon’s team also advances quantum dot solar cells and novel characterization methods for energy materials. She actively participates in professional societies, including the Optical Society of America and IEEE. Her grants and collaborations aim to train the next generation in sustainable energy research, with recent initiatives funded through NSF and Space@Hopkins seed grants. Thon’s lab integrates nanophotonics, materials science, and machine learning to address global energy challenges.

John D. Cresslerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Silicon-Germanium Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors (SiGe HBT)
• Mixed-Signal Semiconductor Devices
• RF and Microwave Circuit Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor John D. Cressler is a tenured faculty member at the Georgia Institute of Technology, holding a position within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering. His research focuses on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, particularly silicon-germanium heterojunction bipolar transistors (SiGe HBTs) for mixed-signal applications spanning RF, microwave, mm-wave, analog, and digital domains. His research interests center on atomic-scale bandgap engineering for next-generation semiconductor devices, with emphasis on SiGe HBT technology development, radiation-hardened circuits for space applications, cryogenic electronics, and device-circuit interactions. His team explores fundamental device theory, broadband noise analysis, profile optimization, 2-D/3-D simulation, compact modeling, and radiation effects. Current projects include Europa-surface mission electronics, D-band/sub-THz systems, and radiation-tolerant receiver designs. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a dominant focus on radiation-hardened electronics for space applications (40% of works), millimeter-wave circuit design (30%), and SiGe HBT reliability optimization (30%). Key trends include Europa mission electronics development, D-band/sub-THz circuit innovation, and advanced radiation mitigation techniques using SiGe BiCMOS technology. Professor Cressler teaches multiple courses including ECE 3040 (Microelectronic Circuits), ECE 3450 (Semiconductor Devices), ECE 6444 (Silicon-Based Heterostructure Devices and Circuits), and the interdisciplinary IAC 2002 course on Science, Engineering and Religion. His research is supported by industrial collaborations and Georgia Tech facilities including the Georgia Electronic Design Center (GEDC), NanoTECH, and C-STAR.

• Digital Hardware Design
• Reliability Engineering
• Reconfigurable Devices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eleonora Vacca is a PhD student and Research Fellow in the Department of Automatic Control and Computer Science (DAUIN) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. She holds a B.S. in Electronic Engineering from the University of Palermo (2018) and an M.S. in Electronic Engineering-Embedded Systems from Politecnico di Torino (2021). Her research focuses on digital hardware design, reliability engineering, reconfigurable devices, and AI applications in aerospace and safety-critical systems. She is a member of the Aerospace and Safety Computing Lab and the CAD - Electronic CAD & Reliability Group (DAUIN). Her work addresses challenges such as radiation effects mitigation in space missions, fault-tolerant AI accelerators, and real-time anomaly detection in satellite telemetry. She has contributed to projects like the RAMSES CubeSat-1 Development (2025-2026), funded by commercial contracts. In 2024, she won the Best Student Paper Award at the NEWCAS Conference for her research on radiation effects in space missions. Vacca collaborates on teaching, including assisting in the course 'Electronic Calculators' for Computer Engineering students. Her recent publications explore AI resilience in RISC-V ecosystems, radiation environment analysis for space missions, and gesture recognition systems for smart cities. She actively contributes to conferences such as the ACM International Conference on Computing Frontiers and the IEEE International Smart Cities Conference.

• Computational Nuclear Engineering
• Nuclear Energy Systems
• Radiation Shielding
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Paul Wilson serves as the Grainger Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Chair of the Department of Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research develops computational tools for modeling nuclear energy systems with applications in radiation shielding, waste management, non-proliferation, and energy policy. Education: PhD in Nuclear Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1999) Dr.-Ing in Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Karlsruhe (1998) MS in Nuclear Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1995) B.A.Sc. in Engineering Science (Nuclear Power option), University of Toronto (1992) Wilson's research spans computational nuclear engineering with emphasis on Monte Carlo methods, nuclear fuel cycles, and proliferation analysis. His Computational Nuclear Engineering Research Group (CNERG) develops simulation tools for radiation transport, waste transmutation, and fusion systems. Key projects include the Infinity Two fusion pilot plant design and Cyclus nuclear fuel cycle simulator. Recent publications reveal strong focus on fusion energy systems (particularly stellarator-based designs like Infinity Two), machine learning applications in nuclear security, and advanced neutronics modeling. His work bridges computational methods with real-world nuclear challenges including waste management and non-proliferation. Scientific awards: Fellow of the American Nuclear Society (2023) American Nuclear Society Young Member Advancement Award (2019) American Nuclear Society Arthur Holly Compton Award (2018) Grainger Professor of Nuclear Engineering (2016) American Nuclear Society Presidential Citation (1996) Wilson advises graduate students through thesis research courses (N E 790/890/990) and has secured significant funding from the U.S. Department of Energy. His consultancy roles include work with CEA Saclay, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, and the Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Energy Future. He previously served on the Generation IV Technology Roadmap Committee (2001-2003). He leads the Computational Nuclear Engineering Research Group (CNERG), which develops open-source tools including PyNE and Cyclus. The group's work spans fusion pilot plant design, nuclear security applications, and fuel cycle simulation for next-generation nuclear systems.

Vera Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biotechnology
• Microbial Genetics
• Fungal Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Vera Meyer is a Professor in the Department of Applied and Molecular Microbiology at Technische Universität Berlin’s Faculty III - Process Sciences. Her research focuses on optimizing fungal production systems for bioactive compounds, antifungal agents, and secondary metabolites. She leads projects such as the MY-CO SPACE exhibition, exploring fungal-based materials in architecture and sustainability. Notable contributions include work on Aspergillus niger morphology, pyomelanin synthesis for radiation shielding, and co-authoring over 150 publications. Meyer holds patents on fungal biosynthetic processes and collaborates internationally on interdisciplinary bioeconomy initiatives. Contact: vera.meyer@tu-berlin.de . Education details are not explicitly listed, but her career includes leadership roles in TU Berlin’s biotechnology programs and UniCat collaborations. Research emphasizes systems biology approaches to microbial engineering, combining microbiology, mathematics, and engineering for predictive models of cellular processes. Recent projects include the MY-CO SPACE exhibition at Bundeskunsthalle Bonn (2025-2026), showcasing fungal-based construction materials.

Jason Ostanekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy Storage
• Turbulence
• Heat Transfer
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jason Ostanek is an Assistant Professor at Purdue University's School of Engineering Technology and Environmental and Ecological Engineering. He directs the Applied Thermofluids Laboratory and Powertrain Technology Laboratory, focusing on battery safety and thermal management systems. Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech His research explores energy storage systems, thermal runaway phenomena, heat transfer mechanisms in Li-ion batteries, fluid dynamics, and internal combustion engine thermal management. He has developed analytical models for battery degradation, thermal abuse simulations, and innovative cooling strategies for large-scale energy systems. Key publication trends show expertise in: Li-ion battery thermal runaway modeling Heat transfer in confined geometries Thermal management for energy storage systems Renewable energy forecasting Computational fluid dynamics applications Scientific awards include: 2020 Purdue Teaching Academy's Award for Exceptional Teaching and Instructional Support during the COVID-19 Pandemic 2020 SOET Outstanding Faculty in Engagement 2019 SOET Outstanding Faculty in Discovery 2015 NAVSEA Commander’s Award for Innovation 2013 ASME IGTI Young Engineer Travel Award 2007 DOD SMART Fellowship Recipient As director of Purdue's Applied Thermofluids Laboratory, he leads research on battery safety mechanisms, combustion dynamics, and thermal systems optimization. His work spans fundamental and applied research with industrial collaborators.

Jason Trelewiczمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Nuclear Engineering
• Advanced Materials for Extreme Environments
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jason Trelewicz is a Professor at Stony Brook University’s Department of Chemical & Molecular Engineering and holds joint faculty status at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. His research focuses on interface-engineered materials for extreme environments, leveraging advanced processing, characterization tools, and multiscale modeling. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science from MIT (2008) and previously served as Research Director at MesoScribe Technologies. His work emphasizes fusion materials, nanocrystalline alloys, additive manufacturing, and radiation effects. Awards include the DOE Early Career Award (2017), NSF CAREER Award (2016), and multiple best paper awards (2022). His lab, the Engineered Microstructures and Radiation Effects Laboratory, explores topics like ceramic composite moderators and plasma-facing materials. Education: Ph.D., Materials Science & Engineering, MIT (2008) Affiliations: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (Joint Faculty) Key research areas include thermal-mechanical evaluation of fusion reactor components, alloy design for additive manufacturing, and radiation tolerance of nanocrystalline materials. He has pioneered studies on helium bubble dynamics in tungsten and stability of doped nanocrystalline alloys. Awards: DOE Early Career Award, NSF CAREER Award, 2022 Best Paper Awards in Nuclear Materials and Asian Ceramics. Grants/Projects: Supported by DOE, NSF, and collaborative initiatives with Japan (FRONTIER). His group investigates corrosion behavior in 3D-printed steels and develops novel composite moderators for high-temperature reactors. Ongoing work includes multiscale modeling for fusion materials and in-situ TEM studies of irradiation effects.

• Nuclear Energy Systems
• Accelerator Technology
• Reactor Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Yapıcı is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Başkent University . His research focuses on Nuclear Energy Systems , Accelerator Technology , and Thermodynamics . Nuclear Reactor Design Energy Systems Optimization Heat Transfer Analysis His work involves numerical simulations , neutronic analysis , and nuclear waste transmutation . Recent publications highlight three-dimensional power density modeling in accelerator-driven systems and tritium production studies. Prof. Yapıcı has supervised numerous students, including Gizem Bakır , Alper Buğra Arslan , and Büşra Durmaz , across diverse projects from fusion-fission hybrids to renewable energy systems .

Areg Danagoulianمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nuclear Security
• Arms Control
• Nuclear Nonproliferation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Areg Danagoulian is an Associate Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he conducts research at the intersection of nuclear physics and security applications. His work focuses on developing technological solutions for nuclear nonproliferation, arms control, and cargo security. Dr. Danagoulian earned his PhD in Experimental Nuclear Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where his thesis focused on real Compton scattering on the proton at 2-6 GeV to probe the proton's internal structure. Following his PhD, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory and then as a senior scientist at Passport Systems, Inc. (PSI), where he developed the Prompt Neutron from Photofission (PNPF) technique for detecting shielded fissionable materials in cargo traffic. His research interests span multiple critical areas in nuclear security, including arms control verification technologies, nuclear nonproliferation methods, cargo security systems, and nuclear detection techniques. Dr. Danagoulian's work on nuclear resonance phenomena for warhead verification represents groundbreaking contributions to the field of nuclear disarmament verification. Dr. Danagoulian's research has earned him significant recognition, including: Fellow of the American Physical Society, Forum on Physics and Society (2025) - "For seminal technological contributions in the field of arms control and cargo security, which significantly benefit international security" Arms Control Association's Arms Control Person(s) of the Year award (2020) - "For developing an innovative new nuclear disarmament verification process using neutron beams" American Nuclear Society Radiation Science and Technology Award (2019) - "For technology-critical contributions exploiting nuclear resonance phenomena for warhead verification in nuclear disarmament and nuclear detection techniques in cargo security" In addition to his research, Dr. Danagoulian is actively involved in teaching and mentoring. He serves as faculty co-director for MIT's MISTI Eurasia program and teaches several graduate courses including Nuclear Detection Laboratory (22.09, 22.90), Advanced Nuclear Laboratory (22.s902), and Applied Nuclear Physics (22.101). His teaching approach emphasizes hands-on laboratory experience to prepare students for real-world nuclear detection challenges. Dr. Danagoulian leads the Laboratory for Applied Nuclear Physics (LANPh) at MIT, where his team develops innovative technologies for nuclear security applications. Current research directions include nuclear resonance transmission analysis for material identification, portable detection systems for cargo security, and cryptographic approaches to nuclear warhead verification that protect sensitive information while enabling verification.

Amir Bahadoriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Radiation Protection
• Radiation Transport
• Radiation Dosimetry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amir Bahadori serves as Professor and Nuclear Engineering Program Director in the Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering at Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, holding the Hal and Mary Siegele Professorship in Engineering. He directs the Radiological Engineering Analysis Laboratory (REAL) and established the Institute for Radiation Health Studies (IRHS) in 2024, focusing on radiation protection, space radiation environments, and radiation health effects. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Florida (2012) M.S. in Nuclear Engineering Sciences, University of Florida (2010) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics, Kansas State University (2008) Bahadori's research spans radiation transport modeling, dosimetry, and risk assessment with applications in space exploration, medical physics, and radiation epidemiology. He develops computational frameworks for radiation exposure scenarios and biological response prediction, emphasizing space radiation protection for Artemis missions and chronic exposure studies through the Million Person Study collaboration. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant themes in space radiation measurement (Artemis missions), radiation epidemiology (Million Person Study innovations), and advanced detection systems (miniaturized neutron spectrometers). His work increasingly integrates big data approaches for radiation risk assessment and electrostatic shielding concepts for deep-space exploration. His scientific recognition includes: NASA Graduate Student Research Fellowship (2009) Certified Health Physicist designation Big 12 faculty fellowship (2022-2023) NCRP council election (2024) Two USPTO patents Bahadori secures substantial research funding from NASA for space radiation instrumentation, Department of Energy projects via the Kansas City National Security Campus, and collaborative epidemiological studies. He mentors nuclear engineering graduate students while leading interdisciplinary teams developing radiation protection solutions for aerospace and medical applications. His laboratory infrastructure includes the REAL with Beocat high-performance computing resources, radiation detectors, and a 3D printer, plus the IRHS with a Precision X-ray XRad320 irradiator and radon chamber. These facilities support collaborations across K-State colleges and external organizations for radiation health effect studies.

Karunanayake Esselleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electromagnetic Engineering
• Antenna Design
• Telecommunications
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Karunanayake Esselle (Karu P. Esselle) is a Distinguished Professor in Electromagnetic & Antenna Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), School of Electrical and Data Engineering. He is a world-renowned expert in telecommunications, defence, and space technologies, leading the MetaSteerers research team. His affiliations include roles as Senior Editor for IEEE Access, Visiting Professor at Macquarie University, and Fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales, IEEE, and Engineers Australia. Education includes a BSc (First Class Hons) in Electronic Engineering from the University of Moratuwa (Sri Lanka), and MASc/PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ottawa (Canada). Research focuses on electromagnetic engineering, antenna design (including resonant cavity, metasurface, and millimeter-wave antennas), wireless communication systems, and applications in defence/space. His work emphasizes high-gain beam-steering antennas, wearable/implantable devices, satellite communications, and electromagnetic shielding. Recent trends include meta-steering techniques, CubeSat-compatible arrays, solar-cell-integrated antennas, and 3D-printed metasurfaces. Awards include the Premier’s Prize for Innovation Leadership (2024), Australian Eureka Prize (2023), Professional Engineer of the Year (2022), and 21 major prizes in 5 years. Key recognitions span innovation, mentorship, and research excellence across defence, space, and engineering sectors. Advises undergraduate/postgraduate students in engineering capstones and internships. Secured research grants exceeding $35 million, including ARC grants and the $245M SmartSat CRC. Leads labs like the MetaSteerers team and collaborates with defence/space industries.

• Uncertainty Quantification
• Non-equilibrium Plasmas
• Hypersonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marco Panesi is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Director of the Center for Hypersonics and Entry Systems Studies (CHESS). His research focuses on non-equilibrium phenomena in high-enthalpy flows, plasma dynamics, and uncertainty quantification. He holds a Ph.D. from the von Kármán Institute for Fluid Dynamics (2009) and M.S. degrees from Università di Pisa (2003) and VKI (2005). Roles: Faculty Member, Research Director, Principal Investigator Key Affiliations: CHESS, University of Illinois, VKI Research Interests: Hypersonic flow modeling, non-equilibrium plasmas, radiation effects, machine learning applications in aerothermodynamics, ablation processes, and state-to-state chemistry. His work bridges computational fluid dynamics with experimental validation in facilities like the Plasmatron X wind tunnel. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles on topics ranging from plasma kinetics to thermal protection systems. Recent work emphasizes adaptive neural operator models and Bayesian uncertainty quantification. Awards: Includes the Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship (2021), NASA Groundbreaker Award (2021), and multiple early-career recognitions from AFOSR, NASA, and ESA. Grants & Leadership: Secured funding from NSF, NASA, and DOD. Leads multidisciplinary teams on projects like the CHyPS material response solver and hypersonic entry modeling. Labs & Facilities: Principal investigator for the UIUC Plasmatron X facility, a key resource for studying high-enthalpy plasma flows.

Mohamed S. El-Genkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Engineering
• Thermal-Hydraulics
• Space Nuclear Power Systems
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mohamed S. El-Genk is a Regents’ Professor and Distinguished Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of New Mexico (UNM). He also serves as Founding Director of the Institute for Space and Nuclear Power Studies (ISNPS) and is affiliated with the Configurable Space Microsystems Innovations & Applications Center (COSMIAC). Education: Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering (UNM, 1978), M.S. in Nuclear Engineering (University of Alexandria, 1975), B.S. in Nuclear Engineering (University of Alexandria, 1968) His research spans nuclear reactor thermal-hydraulics, space nuclear power systems, energy conversion, heat pipes, boiling heat transfer, two-phase flow, radiation shielding, and molecular dynamics modeling of nuclear materials. He has pioneered thermal management solutions for terrestrial and space applications. The 15 most recent publications focus on reactor design optimization (e.g., SLIMM-1.2, VSLLIM), heat transfer correlations in microchannels and helically coiled tubes, radiation damage modeling, and thermal-hydraulics of modular and lunar reactor systems. These works reflect his expertise in nuclear materials, CFD simulations, and energy conversion technologies. Scientific Awards: 2017 ASME Heat Transfer Memorial Award, 2015 ANS Thermal-Hydraulics Technical Achievement Award, AIChE Donald Q. Kern Award (2009), ANS Fellow (1996), ASME/AIChE Max Jacob Award Committee Chair (2005-06) El-Genk has supervised over 60 graduate students (30 Masters, 32 Doctoral) and contributed to 380+ refereed papers. He leads the development of global standards for space nuclear reactors and serves on editorial boards for journals including Thermal Science and Engineering Progress and Energy Conversion and Management .