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Saeed Salehiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Subsurface Energy Systems
• Geothermal Energy
• Petroleum Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Saeed Salehi is the Herman Brown Endowed Chair of Engineering and a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU) Lyle School of Engineering, with a courtesy appointment in Civil & Environmental Engineering. His research bridges energy, environment, and sustainability through subsurface energy systems, geothermal repurposing of oil/gas wells, and sustainable materials. Ph.D., Missouri University of Science and Technology (Petroleum & Geological Engineering) M.Eng., University of Calgary (Chemical & Petroleum Engineering) B.S., Petroleum University of Technology (Petroleum Engineering) Dr. Salehi specializes in subsurface energy systems for geothermal and fossil fuels, greenhouse gas mitigation, well integrity for hydrogen storage, and sustainable cementing materials. His work integrates machine learning, computational fluid dynamics, and techno-economic analysis. His publications span geothermal energy, energy economics, and well integrity. Recent articles focus on physics-informed neural networks for wave modeling, contra-rotating pump-turbine dynamics, and geothermal repurposing of legacy wells. 2023 OU VPRP Award for Excellence in Research Grants ($1M+ secured) DOE-sponsored Geothermal Collegiate Competition Mentor (1st place, 2023 and 2022) SPE Regional Awards (2018, 2014) Early Career Researcher of the Year, University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2014) Dr. Salehi has led $10M+ in projects funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, and energy industry partners. He serves as associate editor for ASME journals and guest associate editor for Elsevier publications.

Amani A Fawziمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Retinal Diseases
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Age-related Macular Degeneration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amani A Fawzi, MD is the Cyrus Tang and Lee Jampol Professor of Ophthalmology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, where she serves as a full Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology. Her clinical expertise spans surgical retinal diseases and complex medical diagnostic cases, with diabetic retinopathy representing a critical nexus between her clinical practice and research endeavors. Dr. Fawzi's educational trajectory includes: High School Diploma: German Evangelical High School, Cairo, Egypt (1986) MB BCh: Cairo University Medical School (1992) Rotating Internship: Cairo University Hospitals (1994) Ophthalmology Residency: Cairo University Hospitals (1997) Ophthalmology Fellowship: Jules Stein Eye Institute (2000) General Surgery Internship: UCLA-San Fernando Valley Medical Program (2001) Ophthalmology Residency: Jules Stein Eye Institute (2004) Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship: Doheny Retina Institute, USC (2006) Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology Board Certification: Egyptian Board of Ophthalmology (2000) Her research program pioneers translational approaches to age-related macular degeneration and ischemic retinal diseases through functional retinal imaging and image-guided interventions. She investigates diabetic retinopathy as a model system while exploring novel connections between retinal vascular changes and early Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis, leveraging advanced imaging to identify non-invasive diagnostic biomarkers. Analysis of her 2025 publications reveals dominant themes in diabetic retinopathy progression monitoring using optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), systemic disease impacts on retinal perfusion, and standardized imaging protocols for inflammatory conditions. These works demonstrate methodological rigor in quantifying microvascular changes and establishing clinical correlations for disease management. Dr. Fawzi's scientific recognition includes: Election to the Retina Society (2011) Election to the Macula Society (2012) Election to the American Ophthalmological Society (2019) Founding Executive Board Membership in the International Ocular Circulation Society (2018) She directs the MACTEL natural history registry study for Macular Telangiectasia Type 2 while maintaining industry collaborations with Genentech, NIH, and medical communications firms. Her editorial leadership spans Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (2018-present), Retina Journal (2016-present), and Scientific Reports (2015-present), shaping scholarly discourse in retinal research. Dr. Fawzi maintains active affiliations with Northwestern's Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease, Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, and Simpson Querrey Institute for Epigenetics. She contributes to the Multimodal Imaging in Uveitis Task Force, developing evidence-based imaging standards for inflammatory eye diseases.

Arathy Karthaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Vision Rehabilitation
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arathy Kartha is a vision rehabilitation researcher with affiliations to the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She holds a K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Grant from the National Eye Institute and specializes in multisensory rehabilitation for ultra-low vision. Education: BS and MPhil in Optometry from Elite School of Optometry (Chennai, India) PhD in Pediatric Vision Rehabilitation (Australia) Postdoctoral Fellowship at Wilmer Eye Institute (Johns Hopkins University) Her research focuses on integrating virtual reality, augmented reality, and neuroprosthetics to develop assistive technologies for visually impaired individuals. Recent work explores spatial localization, head rotation patterns, and AI-powered smart vision glasses. K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Grant - National Eye Institute

Wigdan H. Farahمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Airway diseases
• Occupational lung disease
• Lung cancer prevention
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wigdan H. Farah is a board-certified Pulmonary and Preventive Medicine physician at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. She holds dual certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Pulmonary Disease and the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Public Health. Dr. Farah completed her medical degree at Ahfad University for Women in Sudan, followed by Internal Medicine residency at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System in Michigan. She then pursued dual fellowships in Preventive Medicine and Pulmonary Diseases at Mayo Clinic, where she also earned a Master of Public Health from the University of Minnesota. Her research focuses on personalizing care for chronic lung diseases using phenotypic profiling and biomarkers, developing implementation science programs to improve lung cancer screening access, and addressing health disparities. Dr. Farah has published extensively on occupational lung diseases, infectious disease responses including SARS-CoV-2 transmission patterns, and community-acquired pneumonia. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on health disparities, particularly in vaccine uptake and influenza outcomes by race/ethnicity, and occupational lung diseases including fatal asthma in cannabis production. Her work frequently employs systematic review and meta-analysis methodologies across pulmonary medicine, infectious diseases, and preventive medicine. Her notable awards include: 2024/2025 Arizona Approaches to Equity Scholar from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute 2023 CHEST Diversity Travel Grant 2021 APTR-AHRQ Preventive Medicine Rotation Scholarship Award 2020 Charles Craig, MD, Outpatient senior resident of the year award Dr. Farah actively contributes to multiple professional organizations including the American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society, and American College of Occupational Medicine. Her work bridges clinical practice, research, and public health policy to improve lung health outcomes with particular attention to health equity.

Julien FAVIERمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
• Lattice Boltzmann Method
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julien FAVIER is a Professor at Aix-Marseille Université, where he directs the M2P2 laboratory and coordinates the H2020 FALCON project on fluid-structure interaction in aeronautics. He also serves as an associate editor for Computers and Fluids . Research Focus: Fluid-structure interaction (FSI), Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM), Immersed Boundary Method (IBM), turbulent and compressible flows Applications: Biomedical (aortic valves, mucus transport), aerospace (hypersonic flows), and mechanical systems (rupture/fragmentation) Scientific Contributions include: Developing stable explicit FSI solvers for LBM-IBM coupling Modeling metachronal wave dynamics in cilia arrays Advancing compressible LBM with rotating overset grids Studying drag reduction via flexible filament coatings Pioneering non-Newtonian fluid transport simulations Technical Expertise spans: Multi-grid and dual-time stepping techniques GPU acceleration for heterogeneous architectures Viscoelastic and Herschel-Bulkley flow modeling Validation of immersed boundary methods for turbulent flows

James Creelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Directed Energy
• High Energy Laser Propagation
• Diagnostics for Hypersonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Creel serves as a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University and holds the position of Senior Research Engineer IV at the Aerospace Laboratory for Lasers, ElectroMagnetics and Optics (ALLEMO), with his office located in ALLEMO 202. His educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in Physics from Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin (2017) M.S. in Physics from Baylor University (2010) B.S. in Physics, Magna cum Laude, from the University of Texas at Arlington (2006) Dr. Creel's research program centers on high-impact aerospace challenges through advanced plasma and laser technologies. His primary expertise spans Directed Energy systems with emphasis on High Energy Laser Propagation through complex media, cutting-edge Diagnostics for Hypersonic flow characterization, Magnetohydrodynamics for propulsion applications, and fundamental Plasma physics/chemistry investigations. This interdisciplinary work bridges defense technology, aerospace engineering, and sustainable energy solutions through experimental plasma diagnostics and reactor design. Analysis of his 2019-2023 publications reveals a consistent trajectory in developing optical diagnostic techniques for extreme environments while expanding into plasma-based sustainable chemistry. His work demonstrates technical mastery in high-speed laser imaging (250,000 fps capabilities), plasma reactor engineering for nitrogen fixation, and electromagnetic manipulation of laser-produced plasmas, with applications spanning hypersonics, directed energy, and environmental technology. Dr. Creel operates within the Aerospace Laboratory for Lasers, ElectroMagnetics and Optics (ALLEMO), where he leads experimental efforts in laser-plasma interactions and diagnostic development. The laboratory serves as a hub for advanced research in directed energy applications and plasma-based aerospace systems, featuring specialized facilities for high-energy laser propagation studies and plasma reactor development.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Turbomachinery
• Numerical Methods
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ernesto Casartelli is a Professor and Head of the Competence Center for Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Methods at the Institute of Mechanical and Energy Engineering (IME) within Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (Hochschule Luzern) - Engineering & Architecture. He leads a research group specializing in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) applications for turbomachinery and fluid systems. His academic journey began with a Mechanical Engineering degree from ETH Zurich, followed by a PhD from the same institution. Prior to his academic career, he worked at Sulzer Innotec as a research engineer and group leader in Turbomachinery CFD. Professor Casartelli's research focuses on advanced computational methods for fluid dynamics problems, particularly in turbomachinery applications. His work spans CFD solver development, turbulence modeling (including Reynolds Stress Models), cavitation modeling, real gas effects, and adjoint optimization techniques. He has made significant contributions to understanding pump-turbine behavior, centrifugal compressor design, and multiphase flow phenomena. His research group actively collaborates with industry partners to solve practical engineering challenges in energy systems and fluid machinery. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward developing and validating advanced numerical methods for complex fluid flow problems, with particular emphasis on industrial applications. The research spans fundamental CFD methodology development to applied engineering solutions for turbomachinery, hydropower systems, and thermal management. His work increasingly integrates optimization techniques with high-fidelity simulations to improve design processes. Professor Casartelli leads several research projects including Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage; medical applications for cataract surgery; wind force analysis on green facades; urban area CFD studies; and energy-efficient appliance design. His work bridges theoretical fluid dynamics with practical engineering solutions across multiple sectors. As Head of the Competence Center for Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Methods, he oversees research activities, supervises projects, and maintains strong industry connections to ensure research relevance. His leadership has established the center as a hub for CFD expertise in Switzerland, particularly in turbomachinery applications and numerical method development.

Philip Osei Hinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Organic Farming
• Cropping Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Philip Osei Hinson serves as Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Cropping Systems at Tennessee State University's College of Agriculture, Department of Agricultural Sciences and Engineering since January 2024. His research program focuses on enhancing economic and environmental sustainability of Tennessee cropping systems through resource-efficient designs, cover cropping, crop rotations, and organic production methods. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Agronomy from Texas A&M University (2018-2021), Dissertation: Transitional organic dual-purpose wheat systems research for the Southern Great Plains M.S. in Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science from West Texas A&M University (2015-2017), Thesis: Effect of temperature on sugarcane aphid development on sorghum B.S. in Agriculture from University of Cape Coast, Ghana (2009-2013) Dr. Hinson's research centers on designing resilient cropping systems that optimize soil health and agroecosystem services. Key interests include cover cropping, conservation tillage, organic-regenerative transitions, crop-livestock integration, and perennial grain production. His work bridges field research with practical extension solutions for growers facing climate and sustainability challenges. His recent publications (2020-2024) reveal consistent focus on organic dual-purpose wheat systems, biological nitrogen fixation (particularly in guar), and soil health dynamics. The research spans Southern Great Plains and Mid-Atlantic regions, emphasizing practical applications for nutrient management, weed control, and climate resilience in grain production systems. Recognition for his contributions includes: Agrosystems, Geosciences, and Environment Outstanding Reviewer (2022) Multiple third-place awards at ASA-CSSA-SSSA and ESA conferences (2016-2021) Dryland Agriculture and Bill Piehl Scholarships (2016) Dr. Hinson leads funded research initiatives totaling $131,500 as Principal Investigator, with additional collaborative projects exceeding $1.2 million. Current work examines biochar impacts on soil microbes and soil health-nutrient density relationships in wheat/corn. "Understanding Biochar Effects on Soil Microbes" ($100,000, Nutrition Science Foundation, 2023-2026) "Soil Health Modulates Wheat Nutritional Quality" ($15,000, Toward Sustainability, 2023-2024) "Soil Health and Corn Nutrient Density" ($15,000, Toward Sustainability, 2023-2024) He collaborates extensively with Rodale Institute, Texas A&M, and USDA researchers through long-term cropping trials and on-farm studies, focusing on practical implementation of regenerative practices for diverse agricultural operations.

Clinton P. Conradمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mantle Dynamics
• Intraplate Volcanism
• Global Sea-Level
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Clinton P. Conrad is a Professor of Mantle Geodynamics at the Department of Geosciences, University of Oslo, and leads a research group within the Norwegian Centre of Excellence CEED (Centre for Earth Evolution and Dynamics). He holds a double Bachelor degree in Physics and Geophysics from the University of California at Berkeley (1994) and a PhD in Geophysics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2000). Research Interests Earth and planetary mantle dynamics Intraplate volcanism Global sea-level changes Geodynamics 3D numerical modeling of mantle processes Recent Article Trends : His recent work focuses on mantle convection, sea-level dynamics, and tectonic processes. Key themes include climate interactions, lithospheric evolution, and numerical modeling of Earth's interior. Scientific Awards Evgueni Burov Medal (2020, International Lithospheric Programme) Career Award (2012, National Science Foundation, USA) Department Award (1994, UC Berkeley) Teaching & Supervision : He has taught over 16 courses across the USA and Norway, mentoring 9 Master's students, 5 PhD students, and 7 postdoctoral fellows. Labs & Teams : Conrad leads a research group at CEED (University of Oslo) and contributes to community numerical code development.

• Plant breeding
• Germplasm evaluation
• Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Erskine is a Senior Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia (UWA) , directing the Centre for Plant Genetics and Breeding. His career spans 18 years as a Lentil Breeder at ICARDA (Aleppo, Syria), followed by Program Leader (1998-2001) and Assistant Director General (Research) (2001-2007). Educated at the University of Cambridge (BA 1973, PhD 1979) and Papua New Guinea (MAg 1976), he focuses on plant breeding for food security. Education BA, University of Cambridge (1973) MAg, Papua New Guinea (1976) PhD, University of Cambridge (1979) His research integrates plant breeding, germplasm evaluation, and genetics to enhance food security through Climate-resilient crops in Nepal Salinity-tolerant legumes in Bangladesh Subterranean clover improvement Lentil breeding programs across 31 countries His 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in salinity tolerance mechanisms, waterlogging adaptations, and genomic approaches to crop improvement. Scientific awards Minister of Agriculture Award, Bangladesh (2005) for lentil research impact Grants include funding from ACIAR (Timor-Leste), MLA (pasture sequencing), GRDC , and ARC . He has supervised 24 PhD/MSc students at UWA and institutions in Finland, UK, Germany, Turkey, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan. Collaborative projects span Timor-Leste, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Australia, with a focus on sustainable farming systems and UN SDG contributions.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence
• Rotating Turbulence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Godeferd Fabien is a CNRS Researcher and former Head of the Turbulence and Instabilities team (2006-2015) at the Laboratory of Fluid Mechanics and Acoustics (UMR 5509) in Lyon, France. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, with emphasis on rotating and stratified turbulence, inertial wave dynamics, and geophysical fluid dynamics. He leads the Henri Bénard Center, an ERCOFTAC pilot center for fluid dynamics research. Research Interests: His work explores turbulent energy partitioning between waves and eddies in rotating systems, inertial wave focusing, and multiscale modeling of biological and geophysical flows. Recent studies include shock-like inertial wave focusing and vascular remodeling simulations under turbulent conditions. Publications: Recent work highlights inertial wave dynamics in rotating fluids, wave-eddy interactions in stratified turbulence, and computational models of intimal hyperplasia. These studies bridge fundamental fluid mechanics with applications in biomedical engineering and geophysics. Leadership: As team leader and center director, he coordinates large-scale numerical simulations and experimental facilities at LMFA, including high-performance computing resources and advanced flow measurement techniques (PIV, LDV, etc.). Labs & Teams: Active within the Turbulence & Instabilities team, collaborating with interdisciplinary groups on biofluid dynamics and plasma turbulence. Supports the lab’s partnerships with industries and academic institutions for applied research.

Ivar Midtkandalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sedimentology
• Tectonostratigraphy
• Planetary geology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ivar Midtkandal is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Department of Geosciences, specializing in the Section for Study of Sedimentary Basins. His work focuses on sedimentology, tectonostratigraphy, and planetary geology with a particular emphasis on CO2 storage and basin evolution. He is affiliated with research groups such as Basin Studies and CO2 Storage. Research interests include rift basin dynamics, fault seal analysis, and sedimentary architecture. His projects involve Arctic petroleum exploration (ARCEx), CO2 containment (COTEC), and Triassic reservoir prediction (FORCE Triassic). Recent studies explore topics like fault complexities in CO2 storage sites and seismic geomorphology of submarine canyons. Midtkandal's work integrates field data, seismic interpretation, and experimental methods. He leads initiatives like the VISTA Centre for CO2 Storage in Volcanic-Sedimentary Systems (VICCO) and collaborates internationally on projects such as NOR-R-AM2 (volcanism and tectonics). Publications span 20+ years, addressing topics like Paleogene basin development, sedimentation records of glacial cycles, and volcanic influences on basin evolution. His research bridges geology, geophysics, and environmental science, with applications to energy and climate challenges.

Elaine Kirkpatrickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nanomagnetic Materials
• Nanostructured Thin Films
• Magnetic Nanoparticles
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elaine Kirkpatrick is an Associate Professor of Physics and Optical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on nanomagnetic materials, nanostructured thin films, and magnetic nanoparticles. She has pioneered collaborative undergraduate research projects in planetary science, establishing advanced laboratory facilities for student experimentation. Education: PhD in Applied Physics, Carnegie Mellon University (1997) MS in Physics, Carnegie Mellon University (1994) BS in Physics, University of Dayton (1992) Her work bridges nanotechnology and astrophysics, with recent emphasis on asteroid lightcurve analysis and photomagnetic effects in cobalt ferrite systems. Notable contributions include seminal studies on magnetic nanoparticle behavior and asteroid rotational dynamics. Awards: NASA/American Society of Engineering Education’s Summer Faculty Fellow (2002) Best Poster Award at Nano ’98 Conference (1998) National Science Foundation Travel Grant (1996) Teaching emphasizes foundational physics concepts with hands-on labs in X-ray diffraction and semiconductor physics. She mentors students through Rose-Hulman's Oakley Observatory and advanced materials labs, integrating research into undergraduate education.

• Biomaterials Engineering
• Plant Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Adams Sebastian is a Research Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Sciences and Faculty Instructor at the University of Mississippi's School of Pharmacy, Department of Biomolecular Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Botany from Bharathidasan University (2018) and is affiliated with the GlyCORE (Glycoscience Center of Research Excellence). His research focuses on biomaterials engineering, plant chemistry, and analytical techniques such as HPTLC, LC-QToF, and advanced microscopy. He has contributed to studies on nanobiocomposites, plant metabolomics, and ethnobotanical conservation strategies. His work bridges biomaterials development with pharmaceutical applications, including biocompatible polymers and microbial bioconversion processes. Key research areas include: biomaterials synthesis (e.g., carbon nanotube-reinforced composites), plant-derived drug discovery (e.g., curcumin bioconversion), and glycoscience imaging technologies through the GlyCORE initiative. He also investigates ethnobotanical practices in regions like the Western Ghats and Andaman Islands, emphasizing traditional knowledge integration with modern analytical methods. His publications span 2010–2025, covering topics from herbal quality assessment to microbial metabolite production. Notable projects include the development of cytocompatible nanobiocomposites and the application of energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy in botanical characterization. He is based in Oxford, Mississippi at Faser Hall.

Debanjan Mukherjeeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Cardiovascular Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Debanjan Mukherjee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, leading the FLOWLab research group. His work focuses on interdisciplinary flow physics, particularly in biomedical and cardiovascular systems, aiming to improve medical device design and treatment strategies for conditions like stroke and thrombosis. His research integrates computational fluid dynamics, quantitative image processing, and patient-specific modeling to address clinical challenges. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.Tech. in Ocean Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. His postdoctoral training at UC Berkeley was supported by the American Heart Association Fellowship. He has held a Visiting Assistant Professor position at the University of Colorado Boulder. Key research areas include cardiovascular and cerebrovascular hemodynamics, embolic stroke mechanisms, thrombus biomechanics, and particle-laden flow dynamics. His group develops tools for disease biomechanics and drug delivery systems, with applications in advanced manufacturing and biomedical engineering. Quantifying hemodynamic forces and flow-mediated transport processes are central to his work. Mukherjee has received several awards, including the NIH Trailblazer Award (2020) and the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award (2020). His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with clinical translation, emphasizing patient-specific solutions to reduce mortality from cardiovascular diseases. His teaching contributions include designing courses on computational fluid dynamics using open-source tools and active learning strategies for biofluids concepts. He also focuses on remote education innovation in biomechanics through initiatives like the BIORES-21 survey.