جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Technology
• Digital Design
• Algorithmic Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Niels Martin Larsen is an Associate Professor at the Aarhus School of Architecture, affiliated with Research Laboratory 2: Technology, Building Cultures and Settlement. He holds a PhD in algorithmic design and has been part of academic staff since 2009. His roles include teaching and research in technology-driven architectural design. Education and Career: PhD student at Aarhus School of Architecture (2009–present) Master's and Bachelor's teaching assistant (2002–2008) Worked at architectural firms including Stuff Aps and 3XNielsen A/S (1999–2008) Graduated from Aarhus School of Architecture (1992–1998) with an internship at Enrique Miralles in Barcelona (1996) Research Interests: Focus on technology and digital design , including algorithmic design, architectural geometry, and sustainable materials. Recent work explores building reuse, digital fabrication, and timber structures. His projects bridge computational methods with practical architectural applications. Awards: 2012: Best Paper Award at Advances In Architectural Geometry for 'Engineering of complex geometry' Grants and Projects: Key roles in projects like 'Recycling on the Land Register' (2023–2025) and 'Material Imagination: Reconnecting with the Matter of Architecture' (2017–2021). Collaborates on Nordic networks for digital fabrication and timber innovation. Labs/Teams: Active in Research Laboratory 2, focusing on technology-driven solutions for building cultures and habitation.

Daniel M. Dowdenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Earthquake Engineering
• Self-Centering Systems
• Resilient Infrastructure
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel M. Dowden is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering at Michigan Technological University. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) from the University at Buffalo, along with MS and BS degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of Wyoming and Washington State University, respectively. Prior to academia, he worked as a structural engineer in Seattle for 10 years, which influenced his research focus on earthquake engineering and resilient infrastructure design. Education: PhD, Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering, University at Buffalo (2014) MS, Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering, University of Wyoming BS, Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering, Washington State University His research emphasizes innovative solutions for earthquake-resistant structures, particularly self-centering systems and low-damage frameworks to mitigate seismic impacts. He has conducted extensive experimental testing using shake-tables, pseudo-dynamic systems, and static methods. Key areas include steel plate shear walls, post-tensioned connections, and resilient friction dampers. Teaching focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, steel/concrete design, and structural analysis. He joined Michigan Tech in 2017 after serving as Structural & Testing Engineer at UB’s Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory (SEESL), where he contributed to seismic qualification testing. Recent publications highlight advancements in numerical modeling of friction dampers, shake-table testing methodologies, and analytical investigations of rocking wall systems.

Michael Ramageمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sustainable Architecture
• Structural Engineering
• Natural Material Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael Ramage is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Cambridge University , where he directs the Centre for Natural Material Innovation . He is also a fellow of Sidney Sussex College and co-founder of Light Earth Designs . His academic background includes architecture studies at MIT and professional experience at Conzett Bronzini Gartmann in Switzerland. His research focuses on low-energy structural materials , natural material innovation , and sustainable housing in developing regions, with particular emphasis on engineered timber and bamboo . The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in modular timber construction , 3D printed earthen materials , and climate action in the building sector . Key subfields include circular economy , resource optimization , structural testing , and behavioral impacts on decarbonization . He has secured research funding from the Leverhulme Trust , Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) , Royal Society , and British Academy .

Sam Salemمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Fire Engineering
• Performance-Based Fire Resistance Design
• Computer Modeling of Structures
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Sam Salem, Ph.D., P.Eng., is a Full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Lakehead University's Faculty of Engineering. He founded the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)-sponsored Fire Testing and Research Laboratory (LUFTRL), the only facility of its kind in a Canadian university. Ph.D. in Structural Fire Engineering, Carleton University M.A.Sc. in Structural Engineering, Zagazig University (Egypt) B.A.Sc. (Honors) in Civil Engineering, Zagazig University (Egypt) Dr. Salem specializes in structural fire engineering, focusing on performance-based fire resistance design, large-scale fire endurance testing, and finite element modeling of steel/concrete/timber structures. His research program investigates structural fire performance of innovative building systems, particularly mass timber construction, through experimental testing and computational modeling. His work has attracted over $2.1 million in research grants from NSERC, CFI, OMRI, NOHFC, MNRF, MTI, and other agencies. He has authored/co-authored 60+ peer-reviewed publications and holds two patents (Canada/USA) for beam-end connection mechanisms in mass timber buildings. Lakehead University 2023 Research Excellence Award Lakehead Merit Awards (Research 2022, Teaching & Research 2020/2015) Contribution to Teaching Awards (2022, 2018, 2014) ASFE 2019 Outstanding Paper Award Dr. Salem trained 40+ highly qualified personnel through a balanced approach emphasizing academic excellence, practical implementation, professional development, and career skills. He served as Dept. Chair (2021-2023), graduate program coordinator (2017+), and sits on multiple university and technical committees including ULC Standards Technical Committee and Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes.

Peggi L. Cloustonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Timber Engineering
• Bio-based Composite Materials
• Structural Behavior of Wood
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Peggi L. Clouston at University of Massachusetts Amherst specializes in timber engineering and bio-based composite materials. Affiliated with the School of Earth and Sustainability's Environmental Conservation department, she has over 30 years of experience in structural behavior research and teaching. Registered professional engineer (EGBC) Associate Editor, ASCE Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering Led 2016 Massive Timber Dome project at UMass Fine Arts Center plaza Her research focuses on advanced wood materials, including CLT panels from low-value species, timber-concrete composite floor systems, and laminated veneer bamboo connections. She teaches structural timber design, bio-based composites, and material mechanics to architects, engineers, and building technologists.

• Seismic Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Reinforced Concrete Structures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paolo Riva is a Full Professor of Structural Engineering at the Department of Design and Technologies of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Bergamo. He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2009-2012) and Director of the Department of Engineering at the same university since 2012. His expertise lies in seismic engineering and structural analysis of reinforced concrete structures. Professor Riva graduated in Civil Engineering from Politecnico di Milano in 1984 and earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada in 1987. He began his academic career as a researcher at the University of Brescia (1991-2001), became Associate Professor there in 2001, and joined the University of Bergamo as Full Professor in 2005. His primary research interests focus on the seismic behavior of reinforced concrete structures, particularly structural walls and prefabricated structures. He also specializes in seismic retrofitting of historic buildings, nonlinear analysis of reinforced concrete structures, and fire behavior of reinforced concrete structures. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications for enhancing structural safety in earthquake-prone regions. Professor Riva's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on seismic damage assessment, structural retrofitting solutions, and sustainability in structural engineering. His research often addresses practical challenges in post-earthquake scenarios, including damage identification through advanced monitoring techniques and development of innovative retrofit strategies for existing structures. A notable trend is his increasing emphasis on integrating sustainability principles into seismic retrofitting practices. Seismic Reliability of Structures (WP3 - Reluis), 2022, 24 months Structural vulnerability models for natural hazards and industrial cascading effects, 2024, 33 months Sustainable Approaches For Earthquake Resistant_REhabilitation solutions for the BUILT environment, 2024, 15 months Professor Riva has directed all these research projects as Scientific Director. His expertise has been recognized through appointments to post-seismic emergency commissions following major earthquakes in Italy, where he provided critical guidance on intervention methods for seismic repairs and improvements for public and monumental buildings.

Andrew Laceyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Structural Engineering
• Modular Construction
• Sustainable Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Lacey is a Lecturer at the School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Curtin University (Perth campus), within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a BE(Hons) from the University of Western Australia and a PhD from Curtin University. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and a Member of Engineers Australia (MIEAust). His research focuses on affordable, resilient, and environmentally friendly structural systems, particularly in modular steel construction, sustainable materials, and structural response to dynamic loads. Key areas include prefabricated modular structures, inter-module connections, CO2 mineralization concrete, and lightweight wall panels. His work bridges experimental testing, numerical modeling, and practical applications in sustainable infrastructure development. Dr. Lacey’s publications emphasize modular building systems’ structural performance under wind, earthquake, and other dynamic loads. Notable 2025 contributions include reviews on volumetric mining structures and CO2-mixing concrete optimization. His research also addresses challenges in delignification detection in timber components and GFRP connector performance in composite panels. He teaches engineering mechanics, structural analysis, and structural dynamics. His professional networks include ORCID (0000-0003-1171-5282), Google Scholar, and LinkedIn profiles.

Jakob Beetzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Digital Twins
• Artificial Intelligence in Construction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jakob Beetz serves as a University Professor at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Architecture, leading the Design Computation (DC) research group. His work addresses critical challenges in sustainable built environments through digital innovation, focusing on integrating knowledge, information, and data across disciplines to reduce the sector's energy and material consumption—which accounts for over one-third of global totals—while advancing climate goals under the European Green Deal. His research spans Building Information Modeling (BIM), digital twins, and artificial intelligence, with emphasis on graph-based data federation, semantic web technologies, and large language models in construction. Key interests include evidence-based planning, parametric design optimization, building physics simulation, and networked knowledge modeling. Recent projects explore federated digital twin ecosystems for infrastructure management, intelligent damage assessment systems, and AI-driven solutions for wood structure preservation, directly contributing to sustainable development targets. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a cohesive trajectory toward decentralized data environments and AI integration in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC). His work bridges theoretical foundations in knowledge representation with practical applications in bridge maintenance, road infrastructure, and timber construction, demonstrating consistent innovation in spatial data querying, federated issue management, and ontology-based process modeling. Prof. Beetz actively supervises PhD candidates, as evidenced by DC.Promotions 2024, and drives international collaboration through events like the Forum Construction Informatics 2025 and CIB W78 conferences. His research group engages with industry standards including Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) and Common Data Environments (CDEs), emphasizing open data principles and interoperability to transform construction workflows.

• Materials Engineering
• Wood Science
• Biomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lauri Rautkari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems at Aalto University, Finland. His research focuses on water interactions in biomaterials, particularly wood, with an emphasis on developing advanced analytical methods for water vapor sorption, creating novel low-sorption materials, and investigating hygroscopicity and fungal decay resistance in modified wood systems. Research Highlights: Gas-phase ozone treatment for improved wettability, thermal and chemical wood modification, hyperspectral imaging for moisture prediction, bioinspired coatings for fungal protection, and interlaboratory studies on sorption data quality. Recent Publications: Key contributions to understanding lignin's role in moisture interactions, acetylation reversibility, and the impact of fungal degradation on heat-treated wood. The trend in his publications reflects a strong focus on hygroscopicity, chemical modification techniques (acetylation, melamine-formaldehyde impregnation), advanced imaging methods (hyperspectral, neutron scattering), and the development of sustainable wood-based materials for construction and acoustic applications. Collaborative interlaboratory efforts dominate his work, ensuring standardized methodologies for moisture analysis.

Mikko Malaskaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Engineering
• Fire Engineering
• Steel-Concrete Composite Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Mikko Malaska is a faculty member at the Department of Civil Engineering, Tampere University of Technology, leading the Structural Fire Research Group. He holds a D.Sc. (Tech.) and has held professorial roles at both the University of Oulu (2009–2015) and Tampere University of Technology since 2015. His research focuses on structural engineering, fire safety of composite materials, and steel-concrete systems. Malaska has extensive industry experience as a Chartered Engineer in the UK and has contributed to reviving structural engineering education at the University of Oulu. Educations: Graduated from Helsinki University of Technology (1996), earned a PhD in Civil Engineering (2001), and conducted postdoctoral research at TNO Building and Construction Research Centre (Netherlands). Research interests include fire performance of structural components, composite materials, and fire engineering standards. His work emphasizes experimental and computational analysis of materials under fire conditions, such as steel-timber hybrids and cross-laminated timber. Recent studies explore sprinkler system integration and charring rates in timber panels. Advising and grants: Supervised 58 theses at the University of Oulu and remains active in academic leadership, including serving as Dean of Education at the Faculty of Technology (2014). His research group actively collaborates on international projects, addressing fire safety in construction materials. Labs/Teams: Head of the Structural Fire Research Group, focusing on experimental and computational studies of fire-resistant materials and structural systems.

Srishti Banerjiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Construction Materials
• Structural Fire Engineering
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Srishti Banerji is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Utah State University and Director of the Systems, Materials, and Structural Health (SMASH) Lab. She leads research on advanced construction materials, structural resilience under extreme loads (particularly fire), sustainable infrastructure, and structural health monitoring. Her group focuses on experimental testing, numerical simulations, and developing design solutions for civil infrastructure. Education: PhD in Civil (Structural) Engineering, Michigan State University (2021) MS in Civil (Structural) Engineering, Concordia University (2016) BS in Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar (2013) Research Focus: Her work spans: 1) Characterization of high-performance/sustainable materials (e.g., UHPC, recycled glass pozzolan), 2) Structural behavior under fire exposure, 3) Integration of electric charging systems in concrete pavements, 4) Non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring, and 5) Retrofitting techniques for infrastructure strengthening. She employs machine learning, thermo-mechanical modeling, and full-scale experimentation. Publication Trends: Her 13+ journal articles primarily analyze fire resistance of concrete/timber structures, UHPC material properties at high temperatures, sensor-based infrastructure monitoring, and sustainable material development. Recent works increasingly incorporate machine learning and electrification concepts. Awards & Honors: Teacher of the Year (USU, 2025) ASCE ExCEEd Faculty Teaching Fellowship (2023) Top Cited Article Award, Fire and Materials Journal (2023) SHMII-11 Early Career Grant (2022) NSERC Scholarship (2015) Best Conference Paper (SEC 2016) Current Projects & Teams: She leads 5+ funded projects including fire performance of polymer concrete, self-healing concrete for bridges, and Utah-sourced UHPC development. Mentees include 3 PhD students (Abdullah Al Sarfin, Mehrnoosh Nazari, Mahmoud Ali) and alumni working on sustainable materials and additive manufacturing.

Antti H. Niemiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Solid Mechanics
• Structural Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Antti H. Niemi is a Professor and Dean at the University of Oulu 's Faculty of Technology , specializing in computational solid and structural mechanics. His research focuses on advanced numerical methods for engineering analysis and design. Research areas include computational mechanics, structural engineering, and metamaterials Develops innovative finite element methods for thin-body problems Current projects address snow structures, timber building envelopes, and machine learning applications in mechanical systems His recent work emphasizes discontinuous Petrov-Galerkin (DPG) methods for plates and shells, with applications in civil and mechanical engineering. Publications cover: Snow and ice vaults (2024) Machine learning for steel beam capacity prediction (2024) Hygrothermal analysis of timber structures (2024) DPG formulation for Reissner-Mindlin plates (2023) Shell element benchmarking (2018-2022)

• Timber Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Timber Frame Construction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Abdy Kermani serves as Professor and Director of the Centre for Timber Engineering within the School of Engineering and The Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University. With over 80 research outputs spanning nearly two decades, his work focuses on advancing timber engineering practices and sustainable construction methodologies. His research portfolio includes significant contributions to timber frame construction, structural analysis, and innovative timber applications in building systems. Professor Kermani's research interests center on timber engineering with particular emphasis on structural performance, racking behavior in timber framed walls, vibration analysis of timber floors, and innovative applications of timber in bridge construction. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications, addressing critical challenges in sustainable construction and building performance. Through his leadership at the Centre for Timber Engineering, he has developed methodologies for assessing timber structural elements and implemented innovative design approaches for timber construction systems. Analysis of Professor Kermani's 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on timber structural performance, with particular attention to racking resistance in timber framed walls, vibration characteristics of timber floors, and innovative applications of timber in structural systems. His research demonstrates a progression from fundamental structural analysis toward practical implementation of timber engineering solutions, with increasing emphasis on computational modeling and optimization techniques in recent years. KTP Simpson Strong Tie (2007-2012): £191,048 - Developed structural elements for timber frame market providing racking resistance KTP Diageo Plc (2007-2011): £213,688 - Optimized whisky cask design POC: Composite Insulated Beams (2004-2009): £179,881 James Jones & Sons Ltd (2004-2006): £70,429 - Secured European Product Approval for timber products Oregan Timber Frame Ltd (2004-2006): £69,596 - Developed integrated manufacturing strategy Professor Kermani has supervised numerous doctoral students including Roshan Dhonju (Racking performance of platform timber framed walls), Ahmed Mohamed (Photogrammetric techniques for evaluating timber properties), Eleni Tsechelidou (Investigating gaps in civil engineering education), Zaihan Jalaludin (Water vapour sorption behaviour of wood), and Kenneth Leitch (Development of a hybrid racking panel). His leadership extends to the Centre for Timber Engineering, where he directs research initiatives focused on advancing timber construction technologies and promoting sustainable building practices through innovative engineering solutions.

Bozidar Stojadinovicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Disaster Resilience
• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bozidar Stojadinovic is a Full Professor and Chair of Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering at ETH Zürich's Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering. He leads the Institute of Structural Engineering and previously held professorships at UC Berkeley and the University of Michigan. His research focuses on community disaster resilience, seismic design, and experimental methods like hybrid simulation. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, UC Berkeley (1995) MS in Civil Engineering, Carnegie-Mellon University (1990) BS in Civil Engineering, University of Belgrade (1988) Research Interests: Performance-based probabilistic resilience evaluation of civil infrastructure. Earthquake engineering, including seismic isolation and response modification techniques. Development of experimental testing methods, such as hybrid simulations for dynamic structural analysis. Awards: ICE Journal John Henry Garrood King Medal (2023) ACI Chester Paul Siess Award (2017) NSF CAREER Award (1999) Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses on seismic design and structural dynamics at ETH. Advised 49 doctoral students to date. His work integrates advanced methodologies to enhance structural resilience against natural hazards. Labs/Teams: Leads ETH's Institute of Structural Engineering, advancing research in seismic protection and infrastructure resilience through experimental and computational innovations.

Arash Adelمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• human-robot collaboration
• automated building assembly
• additive manufacturing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arash Adel is an Assistant Professor in the School of Architecture at Princeton University, where he serves as Director of the ARG laboratory and holds an Associated Faculty appointment in Computer Science. His interdisciplinary work bridges architectural design, computational systems, and robotics to pioneer sustainable, low-carbon construction methodologies through human-robot collaborative frameworks. His academic foundation includes a Doctorate in Architecture (Dr. sc.) from ETH Zurich and a Master of Architecture (M. Arch.) from Harvard University, establishing technical rigor in digital fabrication and structural innovation. Adel's research program investigates human-robot collaborative processes to transform construction practices, focusing on automated assembly, additive manufacturing with timber and clay, and computational design systems. His work targets resilient building cultures through precision robotics, extended reality interfaces, and STEM education initiatives that democratize access to advanced fabrication technologies. This research directly addresses industry inefficiencies and climate change imperatives by enabling novel architectural forms previously deemed economically or technically unfeasible. His publication trajectory (2018-2025) demonstrates consistent advancement in robotic construction, with evolving emphasis from timber frame systems to multi-robot coordination and adaptive clay formwork techniques. Key thematic threads include human-robot teaming for complex assembly, perception-driven uncertainty reduction, and sustainable material utilization through digital workflows. Major recognitions include: Architectural Research Centers Consortium (ARCC) New Researcher Award (2023) Canadian Wood Council’s Wood Design & Building Awards Architecture Press Release’s Global Future Design Awards Adel leads significant research initiatives including a $1.58M NSF grant (2021) for human-robot teams in construction, mentoring graduate students like Ruxin Xie and Daniel Ruan who contributed to award-winning projects. His ARG laboratory operates as an interdisciplinary nexus, integrating architects, computer scientists, and structural engineers to develop practical robotic solutions for industry adoption. The ARG laboratory currently drives research in multi-robot timber construction, perception modeling for adaptive fabrication, and clay-based formwork systems, with recent projects like the Robotically Fabricated Structure (RFS) pavilion demonstrating scalable applications of human-robot collaboration in sustainable building practices.