Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonso is a researcher at the University of Vigo , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and the Marine Research Center . His work focuses on Earth Physics and Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) applications in marine and renewable energy systems. He is part of the FA9 EphysLab research group at the Ourense campus. Education: PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Vigo (2014) under advisors Dr. Moncho Gómez Gesteira and Dr. Alejandro Jacobo Cabrera Crespo. His research explores fluid dynamics , off-shore wind turbines , wave energy converters , and fluid-structure interaction . He has developed DualSPHPhysics for high-performance computing in marine environments. His recent articles (2024-2025) emphasize teaching numerical modeling to students, 3D hydrodynamic analysis , and coupled simulation techniques . His work bridges computational methods with real-world marine engineering challenges like coastal protection and renewable energy optimization.
Steven Collicott is a Professor in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. He holds a B.S. from the University of Michigan (1983), and M.S. and Ph.D. from Stanford University (1984, 1991). His research focuses on experimental fluid mechanics, low-gravity fluid dynamics, and capillary physics, with applications in space propulsion systems and microgravity environments. Collicott has led projects such as the Capillary Fluids Experiment on the International Space Station and pioneered the use of the Surface Evolver code for capillary fluid analysis. Education: B.S., University of Michigan, Aerospace Engineering, 1983 (magna cum laude) M.S., Stanford University, Aeronautics & Astronautics, 1984 Ph.D., Stanford University, Aeronautics & Astronautics, 1991 His research explores capillary-driven fluid behavior in space and terrestrial systems, including propellant management in spacecraft, spray dynamics, and cavitation in high-pressure systems. Collaborations include studies with Rolls-Royce and Purdue’s Civil Engineering School on aeroelastic failures of lighting towers. Collicott has also contributed to sub-orbital research platforms and educational initiatives. His awards include induction into Purdue’s Book of Great Teachers (2008) and the AIAA Special Service Citation (1997). Key projects span fluid interface stability in microgravity, propellant positioning in tanks, and optical diagnostics for flow visualization. He has developed technologies like cryogenic propellant gauging systems and fluidic spray control orifices. Advising & Grants: Advised on capillary fluid experiments and turbine engine projects. Collaborative grants include work with NASA and industry partners on propulsion and fluid dynamics. Labs/Teams: Leads Purdue’s Drop Tower experiments and collaborates with teams at NASA, Blue Origin, and commercial spaceflight entities.
Dr. Wei Bai is a Reader in Mathematics at Manchester Metropolitan University's Department of Computing and Mathematics, specializing in computational marine hydrodynamics. He holds a Ph.D. in Port, Coastal and Offshore Engineering from Dalian University of Technology. Research focuses on: Numerical modeling of wave-structure interactions Offshore renewable energy systems Sloshing dynamics and hydrodynamic stability Computational fluid dynamics development His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent innovation in numerical methods for marine applications, with recent emphasis on moonpool hydrodynamics, floating wind turbines, and advanced CFD techniques. Research integrates theoretical modeling with practical offshore engineering challenges. Dr. Bai serves on editorial boards for Applied Ocean Research, Ocean Engineering, and Journal of Marine Science and Application. He has supervised multiple doctoral students in marine hydrodynamics and offshore engineering.
Jun Zang is a Professor of Coastal and Ocean Engineering and Deputy Head of the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering at the University of Bath. She chairs the PRIMaRE Partnership for Marine Renewable Energy and serves as Associate Editor for multiple journals including Frontiers in Marine Science and the Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering . Her research focuses on offshore renewable energy systems, coastal resilience against extreme waves, and advanced computational fluid dynamics. Coastal and Ocean Engineering Offshore Renewable Energy Wave-Structure Interactions Computational Fluid Dynamics Climate Adaptation Jun Zang's recent work emphasizes nonlinear wave loading, gap resonance in floating structures, and machine learning applications for predictive modeling of offshore systems. Her team develops open-source tools like SeaSwallowsTool for simulating violent wave interactions with wind turbine foundations and coastal defenses. She actively supervises doctoral students and leads projects funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and EU Commission. Notable projects include: SEASWALLOWS (2021-2025): Extreme storm wave loads on offshore wind turbines CCP-WSI+ (2020-2026): Collaborative computational frameworks for wave-structure interactions
Prof. Arthur Veldman is a Professor in the Computational and Numerical Mathematics — Bernoulli Institute at the University of Groningen , within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics, turbulence modeling, and numerical methods for multiphase flows and fluid-structure interactions. He holds additional roles as a Scientific Consultant at the National Aerospace Laboratory (NLR, Amsterdam) and as a Member of the Advisory Board at the Maritime Research Institute (MARIN, Wageningen). Key research interests include structure-preserving numerical algorithms, conservation properties in fluid simulations, and applications in aerospace and marine engineering. Recent work addresses vortex-induced vibrations in marine risers, sloshing loads in LNG tanks, and quasi-simultaneous coupling methods in hemodynamics. Professional Affiliations: Scientific Consultant, National Aerospace Laboratory (NLR) Advisory Board Member, Maritime Research Institute (MARIN) Recent Contributions: Advanced multiphase flow models for engineering applications Development of invariant-preserving discretization schemes for Euler equations Validation of turbulence models for marine and biomedical systems
Constanze Leineweber is a Professor at the Department of Psychology, Stockholm University, and an active researcher in occupational health psychology. She leads the Swedish Longitudinal Occupational Survey of Health (SLOSH) and investigates work-life balance, organizational justice, and health outcomes in diverse employment contexts. Department of Psychology, Division for Epidemiology Focus on workplace stress, disability pensions, and precarious employment Teaches work and organizational psychology at undergraduate and graduate levels Her research spans longitudinal analyses of work environment impacts on mental health, retirement timing, and self-employment dynamics. Recent projects examine pandemic-era work transitions, telework consequences, and gender disparities in workplace decision-making. Current work explores intersections between flexible working hours, organizational fairness, and health preservation across career stages. She contributes to understanding how psychosocial resources mitigate physical work demands for older employees. Supervision includes PhD candidates Sophie Albrecht, Louise Bergman, and Andreas Sarling. Publications emphasize policy implications for sustainable working life and workplace health interventions.
Ermanno Giorcelli is a Tenured Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. He is affiliated with the Interdepartmental Energy Center Lab (Ec-L) and actively contributes to research in wave energy conversion, mechanical systems dynamics, and mechatronics. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor University: Politecnico di Torino Department: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) Email: ermanno.giorcelli@polito.it Research Interests Wave energy converters and marine renewable energy systems Mechanical systems dynamics and identification Mechatronics and servosystems design Numerical/experimental analysis of sloshing tanks and dynamic structures Recent Publications focus on optimizing inertial wave energy converters, robustness in design solutions, and mooring system validation. His work bridges computational modeling with experimental validation for marine energy applications. Patents include the New Inertial Sea Waves Energy Converter (New ISWEC) and the Inertial Sea Waves Energy Converter (ISWEC) , developed in collaboration with Giovanni Bracco, Giuliana Mattiazzo, and Michele Pastorelli.
Teemu Manderbacka is a Professor at Aalto University's Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering. He is affiliated with the Marine and Arctic Technology research group, focusing on maritime safety, risk assessment, and computational modeling. Primary Affiliation: Aalto University, Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering Research Group: Marine and Arctic Technology His research integrates artificial intelligence and big data analytics into maritime engineering challenges, particularly collision damage prediction, air lubrication systems, and flooding risk monitoring for ships. Recent work emphasizes operational safety and environmental data integration . Key trends in his publications (2016–2025) include: Application of deep learning and convex optimization to maritime scenarios Development of accident susceptibility indices for passenger ships Advancements in CFD modeling for ship systems Focus on Arctic technology and environmental resilience
Franco Mastroddi is a Full Professor at Sapienza University of Rome, affiliated with the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMA). His research focuses on aeroelasticity, fluid dynamics, and multidisciplinary design optimization, with applications in green aircraft development and structural analysis. He is a member of the Departmental Council, contributing to governance and strategic decisions within the department. His work emphasizes sustainable aviation solutions, sloshing dynamics in aircraft tanks, and advanced numerical modeling techniques. Key contributions include studies on sloshing-induced effects, neural network-based modeling, and life cycle cost analyses for eco-friendly aircraft designs. Despite no listed academic awards or grants, his extensive publication record reflects significant contributions to aerospace engineering research.
Stella Fulvio is a Full Professor at the University of Rome La Sapienza, affiliated with the Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering. Her research focuses on aerospace engineering, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), rocket propulsion, and fluid-structure interaction. She has extensive experience in simulating complex aerodynamic phenomena, combustion dynamics, and aeroacoustic environments in launch vehicles and rocket motors. Her work emphasizes high-fidelity numerical simulations, including large-eddy simulation (LES), immersed boundary methods, and neural network applications for aerodynamic load estimation. Key areas include liquid sloshing dynamics in cryogenic tanks, pressure oscillations in solid rocket motors, and the aeroacoustics of rocket launches. She has contributed to projects involving the VEGA and ARIANE launch vehicles, analyzing lift-off aerodynamics, structural stability, and thermal protection systems. Dr. Fulvio’s publications span over two decades, with a consistent focus on advancing computational methods for aerospace applications. Her research bridges experimental validation (e.g., wind tunnel measurements) and numerical modeling, addressing challenges in propulsion systems, heat transfer, and flow instability. She collaborates with institutions on fluid-structure interaction, combustion chamber design, and re-entry vehicle thermal analysis. Her advising and grants are not explicitly listed, but her extensive publication record suggests active mentorship in aerospace engineering and CFD. She has contributed to facilities and testbeds for shock-cell noise investigation and synthetic jet heat transfer enhancement in micro-channels. Dr. Fulvio is part of research teams exploring cutting-edge topics like machine learning integration in aerodynamic simulations and advanced CFD solvers for multiphase flows. Her work supports both academic and industrial advancements in propulsion and aerospace systems.
Bernardini Matteo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD), with particular emphasis on compressible turbulent flows, shock wave/boundary layer interactions, and exascale computing. He leads the development of the STREAmS solver, a high-performance compressible flow solver optimized for exascale architectures. His work addresses challenges in aerospace engineering, including planetary entry systems, cryogenic tank pressurization, and rocket nozzle dynamics. Key research areas include direct numerical simulation (DNS) and large eddy simulation (LES) of supersonic/hypersonic flows, aeroacoustics, and flow control using microramps and surface modifications. His numerical methods are applied to study phenomena such as liquid sloshing in spacecraft, aeroelastic interactions in parachutes, and thermal effects in boundary layers. He collaborates on projects involving solid rocket motors, wind turbine aeroelasticity, and HPC optimization for exascale platforms. Publications from 2023–2025 highlight advancements in exascale-ready CFD, cryogenic system modeling, and turbulence characterization under extreme conditions. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics research with aerospace engineering applications, emphasizing high-performance computing and multiphysics simulation.
Professor Ling Qian is a Professor of Computational Fluid Dynamics and Director of the Centre for Mathematical Modelling and Flow Analysis (CMMFA) at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). His research focuses on computational modeling of water and air flow interactions with structures, with applications in offshore, ocean, and aerospace engineering. He leads projects funded by EPSRC and other bodies, with a focus on numerical wave tank (NWT) software for coastal and ocean engineering, particularly offshore renewable energy systems. Education: PhD in Aerospace Engineering, University of Glasgow (2001) MSc and BSc in Applied Mechanics (Aerodynamics), National University of Defence Technology, China Research Interests: CFD modeling of fluid-structure interactions Numerical wave tank (NWT) development Offshore renewable energy systems (wind/wave) High-performance computing for engineering flows Grants & Awards: Total research income exceeding £2.8M from EPSRC and other grants Baker Medal (2022), EPSRC project shortlist (2017), ORS Award (1995–1998) Teaching: Numerical methods, computational fluid dynamics, and engineering mathematics courses Labs & Teams: Director of CMMFA, collaborating on projects with industry partners like Hohai University (China) and international journals.
Dr. Reza Kianoush is a Professor of Civil Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University, specializing in structural engineering and earthquake-resistant design. His research focuses on preventing failures in liquid-containing structures like wastewater tanks, ensuring environmental safety through advanced materials and designs. He holds a PhD from the University of Alberta (1986), MEng from the University of Sheffield (1981), and BSc from the University of Warwick (1980). Research Interests: Seismic rehabilitation of concrete structures Performance-based design of liquid containment systems Non-linear finite element modeling Optimization of concrete joints and water stops in large tanks Dr. Kianoush is affiliated with major organizations including the American Concrete Institute (ACI), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and Canadian Standards Association (CSA). His work addresses challenges in massive concrete structures, balancing practical construction with leak prevention. He leads the Structural Lab and is available to supervise graduate students.
Prof. Mahmood Hosseini is a Faculty Member in the Department of Civil Engineering at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU). His research focuses on structural engineering, earthquake resilience, seismic retrofitting, and sustainable materials. He holds a PhD from Islamic Azad University and an MS from the University of Tehran. He has supervised numerous theses, including ongoing PhD work on building encasement techniques and master’s projects on topics like seismic behavior of RC buildings and sustainable construction materials. His research interests include advanced damper systems, structural dynamics, and disaster-resilient infrastructure. Notable contributions include studies on multi-stage yielding dampers, steel tube-based energy dissipation systems, and innovative structural systems for low-rise buildings. He has also explored the use of lightweight materials like hair-reinforced clay for sustainable construction. Prof. Hosseini’s work spans experimental, numerical, and analytical assessments, addressing challenges in both theoretical and applied aspects of civil engineering. His recent publications highlight advancements in seismic isolation strategies, progressive collapse analysis of tall buildings, and machine learning applications for building transparency requirements.
Sergio Pirozzoli is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering , Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) , Turbulence , High-Performance Computing , and Supersonic/Hypersonic Flow modeling. He specializes in developing advanced numerical solvers for compressible and turbulent flows, with applications to aerospace, thermal engineering, and environmental systems.
