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Supratik Guhaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Semiconductor Materials
• Sensor Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Supratik Guha is a Professor at the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Senior Advisor to Argonne National Laboratory's Physical Sciences and Engineering directorate. His work bridges industrial R&D with academic and national lab research, focusing on quantum computing , semiconductor materials , and sensor networks for water and soil monitoring. Guha leads Argonne’s quantum information science strategy and serves as Faculty Director for the University of Chicago Center in Delhi. Education: PhD in Materials Science (USC, 1991), BTech in Engineering Physics (IIT Kharagpur, 1985) Research interests span multiple domains: Quantum technologies focusing on erbium-doped oxides for quantum memory and quantum interconnects Sensor networks for soil and water quality monitoring using cyberphysical systems Nanofabrication techniques including controlled spalling for heterogeneous material integration Advanced memory technologies exploring ferroelectric and optically addressable memory at atomic scales Scientific awards include: Election to National Academy of Engineering (2015) APS Prize for Industrial Applications of Physics (2015) Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellow (2018) Fellow of Materials Research Society and American Physical Society IBM Corporate Award (2013) Advising notable students like Manish Kumar Singh (co-founder memQ ), Cheng Ji (now at Intel), and Vamsi Nittala (now at Micron Technology). His group contributes to major DOE , NSF , and USDA funded projects including: Q-NEXT - DOE National Quantum Information Center AIFARMS - NSF/USDA AI for Agriculture Institute Thoreau Project - Geospatial sensor networks Labs and teams operate across University of Chicago and Argonne National Lab , with facilities for molecular beam epitaxy , nanofabrication , and optical/electrical characterization . The group has spawned startups like memQ (quantum networking) and K1 Semiconductors (wide-bandgap material transfer).

Kristofer S.J. Pisterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Control Systems
• Robotics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kristofer Pister is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. He co-directs the Berkeley Sensor and Actuator Center (BSAC) and the Ubiquitous Swarm Lab. His career spans groundbreaking innovations in Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS), Control Systems, and Low-Power Circuits, with a focus on Smart Dust and synthetic insects. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in EECS from UC Berkeley (1992, 1989); B.A. in Applied Physics from UC San Diego (1986). His research areas include MEMS , Control Systems , Robotics , and Integrated Circuits , with recent work on self-powered micro-sensors, crystal-free radios, and interplanetary swarm networks. Key awards include the ISA Albert F. Sperry Founder Award (2009) , Alexander Schwarzkopf Prize (2006) , and the NSF CAREER Award (1996) . He has authored numerous influential publications in wireless sensor networks and microrobotics. His lab, Ubiquitous Swarm Lab , explores distributed robotics and swarm intelligence. Pister emphasizes open collaboration in research, ethical conduct in academia, and efficient resource utilization for graduate students.

Ronaldo I. Borjaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Solid Mechanics
• Computational Solid Mechanics
• Geomechanics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ronaldo I. Borja is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University's School of Engineering. His academic career spans decades of research and teaching in theoretical and computational solid mechanics, geomechanics, and geosciences. He teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level courses including Geotechnical Engineering (CEE 101C), Mechanics and Finite Elements (CEE 281), Computational Poromechanics (CEE 314), and Plasticity Modeling and Computation (CEE 315). Professor Borja's research focuses on theoretical and computational solid mechanics, with particular emphasis on geomechanics and geosciences. His work includes the development of multi-scale discontinuity frameworks for crack and fracture propagation utilizing strong discontinuity and extended finite element methods; solution techniques for multi-physical processes such as coupled solid deformation-fluid diffusion in saturated and unsaturated porous media; stabilized finite element methods for solid/fluid interaction and nonlinear contact mechanics; and nanometer-scale characterization of the inelastic deformation and fracture properties of shales. His research spans multiple projects including shale characterization, poromechanics, and large deformation inelasticity. His recent publications demonstrate expertise across computational mechanics, geomechanics, and materials science, with a focus on finite element methods, constitutive modeling, and multi-scale analysis. His work bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in geotechnical engineering and earth sciences. 2016 ASCE Maurice A. Biot Medal for work in computational poromechanics Professor Borja serves as editor of two leading journals in his field: the International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics and Acta Geotechnica. He has also authored the textbook 'Plasticity Modeling and Computation' published by Springer. His research is supported by multiple projects examining shale mechanics, poromechanics in unsaturated porous media, and large deformation inelasticity in crystalline materials.

Preet Singhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corrosion Science
• Electrochemistry
• Metals and Alloys
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Preet Singh is a Professor and Associate Chair for Graduate Studies in the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Georgia Tech, with affiliations to the College of Engineering. His research focuses on corrosion science, electrochemistry, and environmental degradation of materials, particularly metals and alloys. Prior to joining Georgia Tech in 2003, he was a faculty member at the Institute of Paper Science and Technology (IPST), where he investigated corrosion issues in the pulp and paper industry. Professor Singh's work explores fundamental mechanisms of material degradation in industrial environments, aiming to develop mitigation strategies against environment-induced failures. Key research areas include corrosion fatigue, hydrogen embrittlement, stress corrosion cracking, and oxidation behavior. His group employs experimental approaches to study material reliability under varying chemical and mechanical conditions. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration across oncology, agriculture, and energy systems, reflecting broad applications of materials science principles. Research trends show increased focus on biomedical materials and sustainable technologies alongside core corrosion studies. Professor Singh advises graduate students including Abdullah Alzubail, Yousif Al Rabie, Sai Shreeya, Yara, and Sean Li. He directs the Corrosion and Materials Reliability Laboratory (CMCRL), which partners with industry to solve practical engineering challenges related to material performance.

Behzad Fatahiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Unsaturated Soil Mechanics
• Dynamic Soil-Structure Interaction
• Ground Improvement Techniques
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Behzad Fatahi is a distinguished academic in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in geotechnical engineering, railway infrastructure, and sustainable construction technologies. With a career spanning over 16 years at UTS, he has served as Deputy Head of School - Teaching and Learning (2024-present), Head of Discipline (2020-2024), and School Research Coordinator (2012-2017). His research focuses on unsaturated soil mechanics , dynamic soil-structure interaction , and green infrastructure solutions . Academic Appointments : Professor (2024-present), Associate Professor (2017-2024), Senior Lecturer (2011-2017), Lecturer (2008-2011) Research Leadership : Supervised 21 PhD students to completion, developed groundbreaking techniques for landfill waste reuse and tyre-derived aggregates in railway construction His work on seismic resilience of LNG tanks and bioengineered soil stabilization has received international recognition, including the 2023 Best Research Paper Award at the Australasian Association for Engineering Education conference. Professor Fatahi's industry experience includes geotechnical engineering roles at Coffey International and SES Engineering prior to academia. Key Research Contributions : Developed green corridor models for railway lines using coupled flow-deformation equations Pioneered AI-integrated teaching frameworks for civil engineering education Advanced machine learning techniques for intelligent compaction and structural buckling analysis As a Category 1 supervisor , he mentors graduate researchers in Civil Engineering , Geomechanics , and Earthquake Engineering . His peer-reviewed work (>240 publications) demonstrates technical excellence and innovation across multiple geotechnical domains.

• Soil Mechanics
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Constitutive modeling of geomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arghya Das is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), where he has been serving since 2014. He previously held the position of Assistant Professor at IIT Kanpur from July 2014 to November 2020 before being promoted to Associate Professor in December 2020. Prior to joining IIT Kanpur, he completed his Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Northwestern University, USA, and served as a Research Associate at the University of Sydney, Australia. Dr. Das earned his educational qualifications from prestigious institutions: PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Sydney, Australia (2013), M.Tech from IIT Bombay, India (2009), and B.E. from Jadavpur University, India (2006). His research focuses on advanced aspects of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, with particular emphasis on constitutive modeling of geomaterials, micromechanics of granular materials, and flow through porous media. His work integrates numerical and physical modeling approaches to address complex geotechnical challenges including bifurcation and instability analysis in geomaterials. Dr. Das teaches several advanced courses including Constitutive Modeling of Frictional Materials, Advanced Geotechnical Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Computational Methods in Engineering, and Soil Mechanics. Dr. Das's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on discrete element modeling (DEM) applications in geomechanics, particle crushing behavior, and constitutive modeling of soils. His recent work (2020-2022) has particularly emphasized unsaturated soil mechanics, chemomechanical effects on granular materials, and advanced computational approaches to soil behavior. These publications appear in high-impact journals such as Acta Geotechnica, Geomechanics for Energy and the Environment, and International Journal of Geomechanics. PK Kelkar Fellowship - IIT Kanpur (2022-2025) FEIT University of Melbourne Visiting Researcher Fellowship (2022-2023) YGE Award for Best Paper on Computational Geomechanics, Indian Geotechnical Society (2018) SERB - Early Career Research Award (2016-2019) Dr. Das has successfully secured multiple research grants including projects funded by ONGC, CSIR, and SERB focusing on micro-poro-mechanical modeling, experimental assessment of Indian crushable sands, and permeability evolution in deep-reservoir rocks. He serves as a corresponding member of the International Technical Committee TC-105 on 'Geo-Mechanics from Micro to Macro' of the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) and is a member of the Indian Geotechnical Society.

Laura L. Van Eerdمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Soil Management
• Agriculture
• Cover Crops
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura L. Van Eerd is a Professor of Sustainable Soil Management at the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus, affiliated with the School of Environmental Sciences. Her research focuses on biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen and carbon in agroecosystems, emphasizing cover crops, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. She holds a BSc (Env), MSc, and PhD from the University of Guelph. Her research addresses: (1) cover crop roles in soil health and productivity, (2) nitrogen use efficiency, and (3) mitigating environmental impacts of agricultural practices. Current projects include cover crop nitrogen losses, remote sensing for crop nitrogen deficiency, and pest control product environmental impacts. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles, including the 2018 Best Paper in the Canadian Journal of Plant Science. Education: BSc (Environmental Science), University of Guelph MSc, University of Guelph PhD, University of Guelph Her awards include recognition as one of Canada’s Influential Women in Agriculture (2020), the Dr. Ron Pitblado Teaching Excellence Award (2016), and the OAC Distinguished Extension Award (2011). Her work bridges research, teaching, and extension to support Ontario’s agricultural sector. Advising and grants: Laura leads research teams at Ridgetown Campus, focusing on vegetable production systems and sustainable soil management. Her grants include funding for cover crop nitrogen dynamics and soil health indicator studies. Labs/teams: Active in Ridgetown Campus’s agricultural research initiatives, collaborating with growers and government to develop practical solutions for soil health and environmental sustainability.

Andrea Carminatiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Soil Physics
• Vadose Zone Hydrology
• Soil-Plant Water Relations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Carminati is a Full Professor at the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich. His research focuses on soil-plant hydraulics , rhizosphere dynamics , and drought adaptation mechanisms in crops and forest species. He investigates how root traits , soil texture , and biogenic substances like mucilage influence water uptake , gas exchange , and soil microbial activity . Key Research Areas: Soil-Plant Water Relations Rhizosphere Hydrology Drought Resistance in Maize and Trees Microplastics in Agricultural Soils Hydraulic Redistribution and Isohydricity Contact: Email: andrea.carminati@usys.ethz.ch Phone: +41 44 633 61 60 Recent studies highlight his work on soil texture-specific transpiration responses , rhizosheath properties under drought , and microplastic impacts on soil hydrology . He employs advanced techniques like X-ray computed tomography and neutron radiography to visualize root-soil interactions.

Edward Andòمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 3D Image Analysis
• Digital Volume Correlation
• X-ray Tomography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Edward Andò is a Principal Scientist and Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , with affiliations to the IMAGING group and the College of Engineering (ENAC) . His work bridges software development, experimental geomechanics, and educational initiatives in image analysis. Principal Scientist, IMAGING-GE (EPFL) Lecturer, Sciences et Génie Civil (SGC-ENS) Lecturer, Enseignement à la Défense (EDEE-ENS) Research Interests Andò specializes in 3D image analysis , with a focus on X-ray tomography , digital volume correlation (DVC) , and micromechanical modeling of granular materials. His work addresses geomechanical failure mechanisms, soil dynamics, and open-source software tools like SPAM for practical material analysis. Publication Trends His recent articles (2025–2023) emphasize X-ray tomography for studying granular deformation , rock failure , medical imaging , and soft particle compaction . Topics span geomechanics, computational modeling, and software development for experimental validation. Labs and Teams Andò contributes to the IMAGING group at EPFL, where he co-develops the SPAM (Software for Practical Analysis of Materials) . His teaching includes courses like Fundamentals of Image Analysis and Quantitative Imaging for Engineers , which integrate hands-on training with theoretical frameworks.

Kamal H. Khayatمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High-Performance Concrete
• Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC)
• Self-Consolidating Concrete (SCC)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kamal H. Khayat serves as the Jones Professor of Civil Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology and directs the Center for Infrastructure Engineering Studies (CIES), focusing on advancing concrete technology for sustainable infrastructure development. His research spans high-performance concrete (HPC), ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), self-consolidating concrete (SCC), and concrete rheology, with specialized expertise in 3D printing applications, fiber reinforcement systems, and shrinkage mitigation techniques. He investigates innovative materials like superabsorbent polymers and alternative binders to enhance durability and sustainability in concrete infrastructure. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant trends in digital fabrication of concrete, particularly 3D printing optimization and rheological modeling for structural build-up. His work increasingly integrates machine learning for material property prediction while emphasizing eco-friendly formulations using recycled aggregates and carbon-mineralization techniques. As Director of CIES, Khayat leads multidisciplinary research initiatives in infrastructure materials engineering, overseeing projects related to concrete rehabilitation, sustainable construction methods, and advanced material characterization techniques for civil infrastructure systems.

Jacob Fishمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multiscale Computational Science
• Computational Mechanics
• Homogenization Methods
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacob Fish is the Robert A.W. and Christine S. Carleton Professor and Chair of the Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at Columbia University. He directs the Multiscale Science and Engineering Center and leads Columbia's Computational Science and Engineering initiative (iCSE), coordinating 65+ faculty. With 35 years of pioneering research, he specializes in multiscale computational methods bridging aerospace, automotive, and healthcare industries. His research integrates multiscale computational science with applications in: Homogenization and reduced-order methods for complex materials Stochastic modeling of heterogeneous systems Coupled thermo-chemo-electro-mechanical processes Data-physics driven frameworks for industrial processes Recent work emphasizes AI-enhanced modeling for composites, porous media, and environmental systems. His 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong trends toward: Data-physics integration in manufacturing (e.g., resin transfer molding) Multiscale environmental applications (canopy flows, CO2 mineralization) Advanced numerical methods (discontinuous Galerkin, solver-free homogenization) Digital twin development for composite lifecycle management Scientific Awards & Honors: 2018 JSCES Grand Prize 2010 IACM Computational Mechanics Award 2005 USACM Computational Structural Mechanics Award 2003 Rensselaer Research Award Fellowships: AAM, USACM, IACM Two Best Paper awards He founded the commercial Multiscale Designer software suite (250+ global clients) and secured major grants including an NSF-DFG collaboration on thermoplastic interfaces. His textbooks are used in 200+ universities worldwide. Leads the Multiscale Science and Engineering Center focusing on industrial-scale computational challenges and mentors researchers through Columbia's iCSE initiative. Former President of USACM and current IACM Vice-President for the Americas.

Esmaeel Esmaeeliمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Structural Engineering
• Sustainable Construction
• Composite Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Esmaeel Esmaeeli is a Senior Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Brunel University London, serving as Course Director for the MSc in Structural Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable structural retrofitting solutions, safety, and resilience of concrete and masonry structures. Brunel University London (Current: Senior Lecturer) Queen’s University Belfast (Postdoctoral Fellow, Horizon 2020 MSC Fellowship) University of Minho (PhD research on Hybrid Composite Plate) K. N. Toosi University (MSc research on seismic strengthening) His research spans advanced materials like Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composite (SHCC) and Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) for seismic retrofitting, computational modeling of FRP-concrete interfaces, and dynamic response under extreme loads. Recent work includes the SMArtPlate and Hybrid Composite Plate (HCP) systems. Scientific recognition includes the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship and a Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) scholarship. He has advised on structural vulnerability assessments and leads teams in consultancy projects.

• Climate Change Mitigation
• Ecological Economics
• Technology Innovation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jing Meng is a leading academic at University College London's Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, holding the position since 2023 after progressing from Lecturer (2019-2021) to Associate Professor (2021-2023). She concurrently serves as a fellow at the Cambridge Centre for Environment, Energy and Natural Resource Governance and maintains active editorial roles as Executive Editor of the Journal of Cleaner Production and Associate Editor for Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres. Her research spans three interconnected domains: Energy Transitions and Technology Innovation (examining cost forecasts and structural emission declines in China), Climate Change Policies (analyzing South-South trade effects and multinational enterprise emissions), and Emission-Health-Socioeconomics Nexus (assessing air pollution impacts and integrated co-mitigation strategies). This interdisciplinary approach is reflected in her publication record across Nature family journals and PNAS. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on global carbon accounting methodologies, with increasing attention to subnational (city-level) analyses, health co-benefits of climate policies, and technological innovation pathways for hard-to-abate sectors. Her work frequently employs multi-regional input-output modeling to trace emissions through complex supply chains. AGU Global Environmental Change Early Career Award (2023) MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Asia Pacific (2022) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2020-2024) Nature Communications Top 50 Earth Sciences Article (2018) MDPI Emerging Sustainability Leader Award (2020) Environmental Research Letters Best Early Career Article (2017) Professor Meng has secured substantial funding from diverse sources including NERC, the British Council, Quadrature Climate Foundation, The Royal Society, and UCL internal grants. She leads an interdisciplinary research group focused on technology innovation and climate policy, with particular emphasis on China's role in global emissions systems. Her work directly supports Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action) through actionable policy insights.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Rock Mechanics
• Landslides
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eduardo Alonso Pérez de Agreda is a faculty member at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in the Departament d'Enginyeria del Terreny, Cartogràfica i Geofísica . He leads research in geotechnical engineering and rock mechanics, particularly focusing on landslides, tunneling in expansive rocks, and multiphase soil interactions. Research Highlights Analyzing soil saturation dynamics using digital imaging Modeling tunnel lining in anhydritic claystones Studying mineral precipitation impacts on infrastructure Recent Article Trends Over 15 articles (2021–2025) on landslides, tunneling, soil liquefaction, and multiphase interactions Keywords span geotechnical engineering, computational methods, rock mechanics, and material science Subfields include stress-dilatancy, material heterogeneity, swelling rocks, and landslide triggering mechanisms Awards Baker Medal (2017) Telford Gold Medal (2019) Advising Advised PhD students: G. Di Carluccio (2020), C. Alvarado (2017), M. Alvarado (2021) Co-advised: L. Tapias, Y. Salami, R. Fuentes Labs & Collaborations Active in the MSR - Mecànica del Sòls i de les Roques and GGMM - Grup de Geotècnia i Mecànica de Materials research groups Collaborated with institutions in Spain, Italy, and China

• Electron Microscopy
• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martin Saunders is an Associate Professor and leader of the Physical Science Electron Microscopy Platform at the University of Western Australia's Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation & Analysis (CMCA). He holds leadership roles in national microscopy consortia, including Microscopy Australia and the National Imaging Facility. His academic career spans over 20 years, with roles as Deputy Director and Acting Director of CMCA, and President of the Australian Microscopy and Microanalysis Society (AMMS). Saunders earned a PhD in Physics from the University of Bath (UK) and postdoctoral experience at institutions including the University of Bristol and the US Naval Postgraduate School. His research focuses on advanced electron microscopy techniques, including TEM, STEM, EELS, and tomography, applied across physical, biological, and geo sciences. Education: PhD in Physics (University of Bath, 1994), BSc in Applied Physics (University of Bath, 1990). Research interests include structural and chemical analysis of nanomaterials, biominerals, and geological samples. He collaborates globally, contributing to high-impact journals like Nature and Advanced Materials . Saunders has secured over $25M in grants from ARC, NHMRC, and NCRIS, funding cutting-edge microscopy infrastructure. Awards: Inaugural AMMS Fellow (2025), Life Membership (AMMS), Fellow of the UK Institute of Physics (2012). Teaching: Coordinates materials characterization courses for biomedical engineering and nanotechnology programs. Provides training in electron microscopy for researchers and postgraduates. Labs/Infrastructure: Manages state-of-the-art facilities including FEI Titan G2 80-200 TEM/STEM and DualBeam FIB-SEM systems at CMCA.