Hossein Soleimani is a Research Fellow (Postdoc) at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark. He is currently engaged in the project 'Structural Analysis and Dynamics of Large Modular Vessels' (2025–2027), focusing on advanced structural dynamics. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark (2022–2025), where his dissertation addressed 'Substructuring for Contact and Stochastic Dynamics'. His research spans: Nonlinear & stochastic dynamics : Developing substructuring techniques for complex mechanical systems. Contact mechanics : Identifying joint forces and modeling friction in assemblies. Fluid-structure interaction : Analytical solutions for liquid sloshing in containers. Computational methods : Model reduction and frequency-domain analysis. Publications emphasize structural dynamics, joint identification, and fluid sloshing, with methodologies combining analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches. Recent works focus on frequency-response-based substructuring for nonlinear systems. Projects : Postdoctoral research on dynamics of modular marine vessels (2025–2027).
Iosif Polterovich is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Montreal , affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics . His work primarily explores spectral geometry , focusing on eigenvalue problems, Steklov-type operators , and isoperimetric inequalities . Research Interests : Spectral geometry, eigenvalue asymptotics, geometric analysis, inverse spectral problems, and boundary value problems on manifolds. Teaching : He is scheduled to teach Partial Differential Equations (MAT 6220) in 2025 at Université de Montréal. Scientific Awards : 2008 G. de B. Robinson Award, Canadian Mathematical Society Publications highlight collaborations with researchers like Michael Levitin , Nikolay Filonov , and David Sher , addressing topics such as Bessel function zeros, Aharonov-Bohm eigenvalue inequalities, and nodal persistence in spectral theory. His 2023 book Topics in Spectral Geometry (with Levitin and Mangoubi) synthesizes decades of research in the field.
U.S.N. Best is a researcher at the Delft University of Technology , affiliated with the College of Civil Engineering & Geosciences and the Department of Coastal Engineering . Their work spans coastal engineering, structural mechanics, and marine systems. Primary Focus : Coastal resilience (mangrove restoration, sediment dynamics, wave attenuation in Guyana's mudflats). Secondary Focus : Fatigue analysis, computational mechanics, and hydrodynamic modeling for marine structures. Recent research includes multidisciplinary studies on mangrove ecosystem services and advanced numerical methods for structural and fluid-structure interactions. Collaborative datasets highlight fieldwork in Guyana.
Joseph Love is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University . His research focuses on structural dynamics and vibration control, particularly through advanced applications of tuned mass dampers (TMDs) and tuned liquid dampers (TLDs) in tall buildings. He has pioneered nonlinear multimodal models for complex damper systems and conducted full-scale monitoring of structural performance under wind and seismic loads. Research Interests: Structural dynamics, vibration mitigation, wind engineering, seismic design, fluid-structure interaction, and computational mechanics. Notable Contributions: Development of practical performance-based design methods for dampers, modeling of nonlinear damping effects, and hybrid control systems combining mechanical and fluid-based solutions. Recent Publications: Focus on annular dampers with damping screens, horizontal baffles for robustness, and dual-function tanks integrating fire suppression with vibration control. Teaching: Instructor for Structural Dynamics and Seismic Design (CIVENG 4DD4).
Dr. Michael Tait is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University, specializing in structural engineering, seismic isolation, blast risk mitigation, and infrastructure resilience. His research integrates advanced computational modeling with experimental validation to enhance the safety and performance of critical systems. Research Interests Structural and seismic engineering with focus on fiber-reinforced materials Development and analysis of tuned liquid dampers for vibration control Resilience-based design frameworks for blast and multi-hazard scenarios Numerical modeling of complex systems using smoothed particle hydrodynamics Probabilistic risk assessment and infrastructure hardening Selected Publications His recent work (2025-2022) spans seismic fragility of bridges, blast risk mitigation for masonry systems, power grid resilience, and innovative damping technologies. Key themes include hybrid modeling, nonlinear dynamics, and geometric optimization of fluid control systems. Teaching Professor Tait has taught Structural Analysis (CIVENG 3G04) and Structural Dynamics (CIVENG 739) since 2017, emphasizing computational tools and real-world engineering applications.
Professor Tim Bedding is a leading astrophysicist at the University of Sydney's School of Physics within the Faculty of Science. He earned his BSc (Hons) and PhD in astrophysics from the same institution. His career includes a fellowship at the European Southern Observatory (Germany) and a return to Sydney as a lecturer in 1995, later becoming Professor in 2007. He served as Head of the School of Physics from 2012 to 2018. His research focuses on asteroseismology—using stellar oscillations to study stars—and he has contributed to exoplanet studies and stellar structure analysis. Bedding has received the University of Sydney's Excellence in Teaching Award, reflecting his dedication to education. His work spans collaborations with major observatories and missions like TESS and Kepler. Notable grants include an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship (2022) and a Discovery Project (2017) on asteroseismology and exoplanets. His research students investigate topics like δ Scuti stars, red giants, and binary systems. Bedding's publications explore asteroseismic techniques, stellar oscillations, and the application of observational data to model stellar interiors and evolution. Key achievements include asteroseismic analysis of exoplanet host stars (e.g., ν2 Lupi, σ Draconis) and foundational work on δ Scuti pulsators. His contributions bridge theoretical models with observational data, advancing our understanding of stellar physics and galactic dynamics.
Ibuki Kusano is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering, IQS School of Engineering, Ramon Llull University. His research focuses on aerodynamic and aeroelastic design optimization of long-span bridges, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and structural reliability analysis. He has contributed to projects like the GEPI research group and studies on marine wind parks using machine learning. His work addresses challenges in bridge deck aerodynamics, vortex mitigation, and flutter constraints, with applications to sustainable infrastructure development aligned with UN SDGs. Key projects include GEPI (2017–2025), marine wind park analysis (2023), and CFD-based optimization of bridge designs. His expertise spans surrogate modeling for aerodynamic response prediction, probabilistic optimization under uncertainties, and experimental validation through wind tunnel tests and full-scale observations. Research interests emphasize deck geometry optimization, turbulence modeling, and structural stability under environmental loads. Collaborations involve international teams in bridge engineering and fluid dynamics.
Dr. Derek I. Gransden is an Assistant Professor - Teaching Stream in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University. He holds a B.Eng (2003) and Ph.D (2011) from Carleton University, specializing in vibration and control of parallel chain kinematics. His postdoctoral research at TU Delft focused on composite aircraft crash safety and open-rotor systems impact analysis. He has taught at Carleton University, Laurentian University, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, and Sudbury. His teaching emphasizes novel pedagogical methods in mechanics of materials, dynamics, and finite element analysis, earning a teacher-of-the-year nomination. Research focuses include UAV collision safety, space debris impact mitigation, finite element modeling, and aerospace structural dynamics. Education: B.Eng (Carleton University, 2003), Ph.D (Carleton University, 2011). Research Interests: Crashworthiness analysis of composite aircraft structures Impact dynamics of unmanned aerial systems (UAVs) Hypervelocity impact of space debris on spacecraft Finite element modeling of aerospace systems Active control of flexible aerospace structures Publications highlight advancements in UAV safety standards, space debris mitigation strategies, and material failure analysis under impact conditions. His work bridges computational modeling with real-world safety applications in aviation and aerospace sectors. Awards: Teacher-of-the-year nomination (unspecified year). Teaching Portfolio: Courses include ECOR 1047 (Visual Communications), AERO 4306 (Aerospace Vehicle Performance), and MECH 4604 (Finite Element Methods). He pioneered bio-inspired environmentally-friendly UAV design in AERO 4907O.
Dr. Harish Viswanathan is a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the Department of Engineering and Mathematics, affiliated with the Thermofluids Group. He holds an MSc in Industrial Mathematical Modelling and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Loughborough University. His postdoctoral research at the University of Colorado involved collaborative work with institutions like Iowa State University and the National Energy Technology Lab. Prior to academia, he worked as an Applications Engineer at COMSOL Multiphysics and as a Technical Leader in Fuel Systems CFD at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India. Education: MSc Industrial Mathematical Modelling, Loughborough University PhD Mechanical Engineering, Loughborough University His research focuses on aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, and thermofluids, with special interests in fuel tank filling, automotive aerodynamics, aero-vibro acoustics, and two-phase flows. He has authored numerous papers in top-tier journals like Journal of Fluid Mechanics and Physics of Fluids , and holds 8 patents with Daimler. Recent publications highlight advancements in corrugated wing aerodynamics, squareback vehicle noise reduction, and microfluidic droplet generation. His work bridges computational modeling (e.g., CAA, CFD) with practical automotive engineering challenges. He supervises doctoral students, including K.K. Chode , whose thesis on aerodynamic noise modeling was completed in 2024. His contributions to fuel system design and fluid-structure interaction have direct industrial applications. Dr. Viswanathan is actively involved in the Thermofluids Group, contributing to interdisciplinary research in automotive and aerospace engineering.
Nesrin Sarigul-Klijn is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California Davis, affiliated with the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on finite element methods, aerospace structures, aeroelasticity, biomechanics, and vibro-acoustics, with significant contributions to renewable energy systems and ocean-based energy solutions. Research interests include advancing computational methods for biological tissues and aerospace systems, optimizing energy capture from wind and water, and developing innovative propulsion technologies. Her work spans interdisciplinary areas such as fluid dynamics, structural mechanics, and sustainable energy engineering. Recent publications highlight advancements in cavity flow dynamics, biomimetic winglet designs, and autonomous energy-harvesting systems at sea. These studies underscore her expertise in renewable energy storage, hydrogen production, and offshore energy infrastructure. Dr. Sarigul-Klijn advises students like Peng Wei, who won the 2019 N&M Sarigul-Klijn Flight Research/Space Engineering Award. Her research integrates computational simulations with experimental validation, addressing challenges in propellant tank dynamics and space mission engineering. Labs and collaborative projects focus on the Energy Ship Concept—an autonomous platform for generating and storing renewable energy at sea. This work aligns with global initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality through innovative marine and aerospace engineering solutions.
Yanlin Shao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he also serves as the study lead for the Nordic Master in Maritime Engineering programme. His research lies at the intersection of marine hydrodynamics, coastal engineering, and renewable energy systems, focusing on the interaction between ocean waves and marine structures including ships, offshore platforms, floating wind and wave energy converters, and marine aquaculture systems. PhD in Marine Hydrodynamics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2010) MSc, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2006) BSc, Tianjin University (1999–2003) His research expertise includes wave-structure interaction, sloshing dynamics, mooring systems, boundary element methods, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). He investigates both linear and nonlinear hydrodynamic phenomena, particularly in time-domain simulations of floating structures with large motions. His work supports the development of sustainable offshore technologies aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward renewable energy and sustainable aquaculture, with a focus on CFD modeling, experimental validation, and multi-body hydrodynamic interactions. Key themes include floating wave energy converters, gap resonance in side-by-side barges, hydrodynamics of flexible seaweed mimics, and LNG bunkering operations. His research combines theoretical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental validation to advance offshore engineering solutions. Scientific Awards: Associate Editor Award, ASME Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering (2024) Research Featured in "Advances In Engineering" (2021) Yanlin Shao has successfully secured research funding from the Independent Research Fund Denmark, Research Council of Norway, COWI Fonden, and DNVGL Technology Leadership. He actively supervises multiple PhD students working on projects related to floating energy systems, ship whipping, LNG bunkering, and marine aquaculture. He serves as an associate editor for the ASME Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering and has previously contributed to the editorial boards of Water and Journal of Marine Science and Engineering . He leads and contributes to several key research projects including ESOMOOR (Enhancing Shared Mooring systems for floating Offshore wind farms), hydrodynamic modeling of floating seaweed farms, and CFD studies of wave energy converters. His lab collaborates closely with institutions such as NTNU, Harbin Engineering University, and KU Leuven, fostering a strong international research network in maritime and offshore engineering.
Liu Zhan is an Associate Professor and Master Supervisor at the Department of Civil Engineering, School of Energy and Power Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology. He holds a PhD in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics from Xi'an Jiaotong University and is affiliated with the Key Laboratory of Space Cryogenic Propellant Technology. His research focuses on cryogenic engineering, particularly in space-related thermal management, fluid dynamics, and insulation systems. His research interests include: Cryogenic propellant thermal management Flow and heat transfer in cryogenic systems Cryogenic insulation materials and design Fluid sloshing dynamics Refrigeration and air conditioning simulation Thermal stratification in low-temperature tanks The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on the thermodynamic behavior of cryogenic fluids in space environments. His work spans experimental and numerical studies on liquid hydrogen and oxygen tanks, particularly under sloshing, varying gravity, and pressurization conditions. Keywords across his articles highlight recurring themes in aerospace thermal management, cryogenics, and fluid-thermal interactions. His research is highly relevant to long-term orbital storage of propellants and spacecraft thermal design. He is currently leading multiple research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Jiangsu Provincial Foundation, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and the State Key Laboratory of Space Cryogenic Propellant Technology. These projects focus on the coupling of sloshing dynamics with thermodynamic behavior, helium pressurization mechanisms, and thermal stratification in cryogenic tanks. Liu Zhan has published over 30 academic papers, with more than 14 first-author SCI papers in journals such as Energy Conversion and Management , Applied Thermal Engineering , and International Journal of Hydrogen Energy . His work demonstrates a consistent contribution to advancing cryogenic fluid management in aerospace applications.
Giorgio Guglieri is a Full Professor of Flight Mechanics at Politecnico di Torino, where he serves as Head of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS). He is a member of the Academic Senate, the Executive Committee of Specialising Master's Programmes, and the steering board of the PhD Program in Aerospace Engineering. His work is centered at the intersection of flight mechanics, autonomous systems, and human-machine interfaces. Professor Guglieri's research spans multiple key areas in aerospace engineering. His primary interests include flight dynamics and control of both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, flight simulation technologies, unmanned aerial systems for urban applications, and human factors in aviation. His work has significant applications in urban air mobility, precision agriculture using drones, and enhancing aviation safety through physiological monitoring of pilot workload. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends toward integrating artificial intelligence with traditional aerospace engineering. His research group has produced significant work on UAV navigation in GNSS-denied environments, reinforcement learning for path planning, physiological monitoring for pilot stress assessment, and digital twin technologies for predictive maintenance. The research shows increasing focus on practical urban applications of drone technology, particularly in logistics, precision agriculture, and urban air mobility solutions. Professor Guglieri actively supervises numerous PhD students working on cutting-edge aerospace projects including drone navigation systems, pilot workload monitoring, urban air logistics, and advanced flight control systems. He leads multiple research projects funded by EU programs (including Horizon 2020), national research councils, and industry partners such as Leonardo, ENAC, and various agricultural technology companies. He heads the Flight Mechanics Research Team at Politecnico di Torino, which operates the STREAM Robotics Laboratory and collaborates extensively with international partners including ZHAW, University of Maryland, and multiple European research institutions. The team has developed patented technologies including an anti-sloshing tank for agricultural spraying drones and fixed-wing micro UAVs.
Juan Carlos López Ríos is an Associate Professor at the School of Mathematics, Industrial University of Santander (UIS), Bucaramanga, Colombia. He specializes in Partial Differential Equations, Inverse Problems, and Fluid Mechanics, with a focus on water-wave dynamics and control theory. His work involves collaborations with international researchers from Chile, Spain, and France. Education: PhD in Engineering Sciences (2015), University of Chile Bachelor in Mathematics (2006), National University of Colombia His research addresses mathematical modeling of fluid dynamics, including sloshing problems, chemotaxis-Navier-Stokes systems, and heat transport in Hele-Shaw geometries. Recent work explores controllability of surface gravity waves and inverse problems in shallow water equations. Publications span journals like Inverse Problems , ESAIM: Control, Optimization and Calculus of Variations , and Journal of Mathematical Fluid Mechanics . Collaborative efforts include numerical methods for PDE-constrained optimization and surface measurement-based bottom detection in water waves.
Hector Gutierrez is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering at Florida Institute of Technology's College of Engineering and Science. He also holds an affiliate faculty position in the Department of Aerospace, Physics and Space Sciences within the same college. Motion Control Electromechanical Systems Mechatronics Aerospace Systems Vision-Based Navigation Autonomous Systems Instrumentation His research focuses on aerospace systems, autonomous navigation, and control mechanisms, with applications in spacecraft dynamics, robotics, and sensor technologies. Recent publications highlight his work in vibration control, eddy current modeling, and reinforcement learning for spacecraft automation. Collaborative efforts include GPS-denied navigation and electromagnetic actuation for energy-efficient spacecraft control. Notable awards include the 2003 Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award, 2001 NSF Career Award, and multiple Florida Tech research excellence recognitions. Affiliations include the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). Contact: hgutier@fit.edu | Office: F.W. Olin Engineering Complex, 214 | Phone: (321) 674-7321
