جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Anna Marie Munsterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• software studies
• technologies and embodiment
• multichannel and interactive installation work
• +۱۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Anna Marie Munster is a distinguished academic and artist at UNSW Art and Design (College of Fine Arts), where she has held a full-time tenured position since 2001. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with creative practice, establishing her as a leading figure in digital media art and critical theory. University: University of New South Wales School: College of Fine Arts (UNSW Art and Design) Position: Professor Qualifications: PhD from UNSW (2002), BA (Class 1 Hons with University Medal) from University of Sydney (1984) Professor Munster's research explores the intersections of art, technology, and philosophy, with particular focus on statistical visuality, radical empiricism, the politics and aesthetics of machine learning, and more-than-human perception. Her work integrates process philosophy with contemporary media practices, examining how time, movement, and sonicity shape our experience of digital environments. She approaches these topics through both theoretical scholarship and creative practice, often collaborating with artist Michele Barker on multi-channel audiovisual installations. Her publications reveal a consistent trajectory exploring the relationship between embodiment and digital media, with recent work focusing on AI and machine learning in cultural contexts. Munster's creative output demonstrates sophisticated integration of technical innovation with philosophical inquiry, particularly in how her installations challenge conventional perceptions of time and space. ARC, UNSW Student Council Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2017) Dean's Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2015) Highly commended for Materializing New Media at Prix Ars Electronica (2008) Winner of National Digital Art Awards 'The Harries' (2006) University Press of New England Publishing Award (2005) Professor Munster has completed over 20 PhD and Masters supervisions at UNSW and been involved in another 10 secondary supervisions. She currently supervises five PhD candidates working on diverse topics including coding materialities, critical bio-textiles, schizophrenia and XR technologies, sound and resonance, and affective drawing. Her ARC-funded research projects demonstrate sustained commitment to interdisciplinary work, particularly at the intersection of art, science, and technology. Her creative practice with Michele Barker has resulted in numerous commissioned installations exploring perception, embodiment, and the relationship between humans and technology.

John Nassourمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Cognitive Systems
• Robotics
• Wearable Robotics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Nassour is a Researcher at the Technical University of Munich's School of Computation, Information and Technology, affiliated with the Chair of Cognitive Systems. He holds engineering degrees from Tishreen University (electronics), a Master's in intelligent systems from University of Cergy-Pontoise/École Nationale Supérieure de l'Électronique, and a joint PhD from University of Versailles/TUM. His interdisciplinary research focuses on computational cognitive systems applied to robotics, including wearable devices, humanoid robots, soft robotics, and robot learning for locomotion/manipulation. Before joining TUM in 2020, he was a lecturer/researcher at Chemnitz University of Technology. He teaches courses in cognitive systems, neuro-inspired engineering, and soft robotics.

• Circular Economy
• Materials Science
• Infrastructure Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Phil Purnell is a Professor of Materials and Structures at the School of Civil Engineering, University of Leeds. His expertise spans materials science, infrastructure systems, circular economy, and interdisciplinary research. He leads projects addressing decarbonization, waste-to-resource systems, and sustainable construction materials. His roles include Deputy Head of School and advisor to UKRI, DEFRA, and the UK Government’s Circular Economy Taskforce. He holds visiting positions at the Royal College of Art and University of Cambridge. Education: PhD, BEng (Civil), and teaching qualifications (PCPCE, ACTLHE). His research focuses on circular economy applications in textiles, offshore wind, and foundational industries. Notable projects include the Textiles Circularity Centre, Yorkshire Circular Economy Living Lab, and Complex Value Optimisation for Resource Recovery (C-VORR). He advocates for systemic approaches to sustainability, integrating economic, technical, and environmental values. Research outputs emphasize decarbonization pathways, material lifecycle assessments, and robotics in infrastructure management. Collaborations with industry and policy bodies drive practical solutions for resource efficiency. His work bridges engineering, economics, and environmental science to address global challenges like waste management and climate change.

Elvin Karanaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Design
• Emerging Materials
• Material Driven Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Elvin Karana is a Professor of Materials Innovation and Design at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering. His work bridges the gap between material science, design, and human-computer interaction with a focus on emerging materials and their experiential qualities. He leads the Materials Experience Lab, which investigates how materials communicate ideas and beliefs while enhancing functionality and user experience. Dr. Karana's research interests center on Materials Design, Emerging Materials, Material Driven Design, Bio-based Materials, and Materials Experience. His work explores how living materials can be incorporated into design practices, particularly focusing on microbial interactions, textile interfaces, and regenerative material ecologies. He investigates how materials can be designed to create serene experiences, facilitate multispecies interactions, and support sustainable practices in human-computer interaction. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward biodesign and living materials, with significant focus on microbial systems like cyanobacteria and flavobacteria. His work explores the design space of direct interactions with living organisms, examining how materials can be designed for performativity and how livingness can be understood as a material quality. The research spans textile interfaces, material ecologies, and regenerative design approaches that integrate living systems into everyday artefacts. Best Paper Honourable Mention (2023) Dr. Karana serves as a member of the Supervisory Board/Advisory Board at Avans University of Applied Sciences (CARADT) from May 2024 to December 2025. His research has been featured in various media outlets including TU Delft, Delta, Strawberry Earths, and architectmagazine, highlighting the societal impact of his work on living materials. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations across design, biology, and engineering disciplines. He leads the Materials Experience Lab, which approaches materials as a medium that communicates ideas, beliefs, and approaches while compelling users to think, feel, and act in certain ways. The lab's work emphasizes the dual role of materials as both technical and experiential components in design, exploring how material qualities can be harnessed to create meaningful interactions and sustainable solutions.

Laura Devendorfمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Smart Textiles
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Design Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Laura Devendorf is an Associate Professor at the ATLAS Institute and Department of Information Science at the University of Colorado Boulder. As director of the Unstable Design Lab, she bridges human-computer interaction (HCI), computational design, and craft practices through smart textiles and collaborative innovation. BFA in Studio Art and BS in Computer Science from University of California Santa Barbara PhD in Information Science from UC Berkeley Research Interests focus on smart textiles as a medium to challenge human-machine relationships, with projects exploring: Computational design tools for weaving Gendered labor in technology Biodegradable materials for wearables Interdisciplinary collaboration with craftspeople Speculative design practices Human-fungi relationships Recent Research Trends demonstrate her leadership in: AdaCAD software for parametric weaving Desktop biofiber spinning systems Interactive hygromorphic textiles Material-led HCI frameworks Scientific Recognition : Best Pictorial Award (TEI '23) Best Paper Honorable Mention (DIS ’22) Honorable Mention (CHI EA ’20) Best Pictorial Honorable Mention (DIS ’22) Collaborations & Grants : NSF CAREER Grant (2020) for smart textiles innovation Extensive partnerships with Mirela Alistar, Kristina Andersen, and others Advancing open-source tools like AdaCAD and Desktop Bio-spinning

Santiago Barredaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Speech Perception
• Phonetics
• Acoustic Phonetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Santiago Barreda is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Davis, specializing in speech perception and phonetic analysis. His research examines how acoustic properties of speech convey speaker characteristics including age, gender, and physical attributes. Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics (Phonetics), University of Alberta, 2013 M.A. in Hispanic Studies (Language and Linguistics), University of Western Ontario, 2008 B.A. in Linguistics and Spanish Language and Literature, University of Western Ontario, 2006 Research Focus: Dr. Barreda employs behavioral experiments and statistical modeling to investigate perceptual mechanisms in speech recognition. His work bridges theoretical phonetics with practical applications, particularly in vowel normalization techniques and formant tracking algorithms. Key questions address how listeners extract speaker identity from acoustic cues and interpret social characteristics through vocal signals. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal three dominant themes: computational phonetic tools (FastTrack, phonTools), perception of social/physical speaker characteristics from children's voices, and interdisciplinary public health research on speech-related aerosol transmission. His work demonstrates strong methodological consistency in combining acoustic analysis with perceptual validation. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were mentioned in the source material. Advising and Grants: The provided documentation does not specify graduate student advising roles or external grant funding. Technical Contributions: Dr. Barreda develops open-source phonetic analysis software including FastTrack (Praat-based formant tracking) and the phonTools R package, which have become standard resources in acoustic phonetic research.

Rong-Hao Liangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Tangible User Interfaces
• Intelligent Sensing Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rong-Hao Liang is an Assistant Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), affiliated with both the Future Everyday Group (Department of Industrial Design) and the Signal Processing Systems Group (Department of Electrical Engineering). His research bridges intelligent sensing systems and user interface technology for ubiquitous computing and embodied human-computer interaction . He co-organized international ACM conferences (CHI, UIST, DIS) and has over 70 peer-reviewed publications and 10 patents. PhD in Computer Science (2014) and MSc in Electrical Engineering (2010) from National Taiwan University Founded GaussToys Inc. in 2015, focusing on magnetic-field sensors Cross-appointed to Electrical Engineering in 2021 His research explores intelligent sensing systems , tangible user interfaces , and physiological sensors for real-world challenges. Key trends in his work include ubiquitous health monitoring (e.g., preterm infants), wearable technology , and innovative interaction design . Articles like GaussBits and NFCStack demonstrate his focus on magnetic and RFID-based tangible systems . Scientific awards include the ACM CHI 2013 Best Paper Award , 2014 Honorable Mentions , and the ACM SIGGRAPH Asia 2012 Emerging Technologies Prize . He mentors passion-driven projects in user interface design and embedded systems , emphasizing technical rigor and creativity. His STRAP project (2020–2025) addresses heart disease prevention via big data and AI . Labs and teams include the Future Everyday Group and Signal Processing Systems Group , with collaborations across healthcare , education , and technology startups . His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals , particularly good health and well-being .

• Soil and groundwater remediation
• Environmental policy and strategy
• Contaminated site management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Hu Qing serves as a Professor at the School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), and Director of the Engineering Innovation Center (Beijing) at SUSTech. With over 30 years of research and professional experience in environmental science and engineering, she has established herself as a leading expert in soil and groundwater remediation, environmental policy, and sustainable development. Education: PhD in Soil Environmental Pollution and Hydrology, Imperial College London (1993-1998) MSc in Water Treatment and Environmental Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1987-1990) BSc in Environmental Engineering, Tsinghua University (1982-1987) Professor Hu's research focuses on critical environmental challenges including soil and groundwater remediation, contaminated site management, environmental policy development, and sustainable urban development. Her work integrates technical innovation with policy implementation, particularly in the areas of green and sustainable remediation methodologies for contaminated sites. She has pioneered approaches that combine big data applications with traditional environmental engineering practices, contributing significantly to China's environmental protection framework and international collaboration efforts in ecological sustainability. Analysis of Professor Hu's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on practical environmental solutions with policy implications. Her work spans soil and groundwater remediation technologies, environmental policy development, and sustainable approaches to contaminated site management. A notable trend is the integration of international best practices with China-specific environmental challenges, particularly in the areas of brownfield redevelopment and soil pollution control. Her research demonstrates a consistent focus on translating scientific findings into practical applications that inform national environmental policies and standards. Scientific Awards: State Council Special Allowance Experts (2013) Second Prize of National Science and Technology Progress Award (2017) First Prize of Environmental Protection Science and Technology Award (2021) Science and Technology Progress Award of Ministry of Education (2012) IBM Global Distinguished Scholar Award (2016) Professor Hu has led and participated in more than ten national and provincial research projects, including the National 863 Program and the National Water Pollution Control and Treatment Science and Technology Major Project. She has managed dozens of site investigation and remediation projects across multiple industries including chemicals, printing and dyeing, petroleum, and electroplating. Her international collaboration experience is extensive, having served as the Chinese leading expert in the Sino-UK Soil & Groundwater Remediation Science & Technology Cooperation Program and as project leader for multiple World Bank and Asian Development Bank projects. As Director of the Engineering Innovation Center (Beijing), Professor Hu leads a multidisciplinary team focused on developing innovative solutions for environmental challenges. The center serves as a bridge between academic research and practical implementation, working closely with government agencies including the National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Science and Technology, and Ministry of Environmental Protection to shape national environmental policies and standards.

Yu Xiaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Electron Microscopy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yu Xia is a Post Doc at the Department of Chemistry, Stockholm University, Sweden. He is affiliated with the Tom Willhammar Research Group, focusing on advanced electron microscopy and diffraction techniques for structural characterization of materials. PhD (2019–2023) from a joint program between the University of Birmingham (UK) and the Southern University of Science and Technology (China). Research emphasizes fabrication of metallic nanoparticles with non-equilibrium structures and shapes using gas-phase condensation and thermal shock methods. Specializes in scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), in-situ heating experiments, and electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS) for nanoparticle analysis. Current work prioritizes 4DSTEM imaging for electron beam-sensitive materials and Python-based post-processing of electron microscopy datasets. Yu Xia's research spans Materials Science , Nanotechnology , and Electrocatalysis , with applications in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution , graphene composites , and advanced electron microscopy techniques . His work often integrates computational image processing with structural characterization to optimize material properties. Publications highlight innovations in heterostructure engineering , metallic alloy catalysts , and electron beam-sensitive material imaging . No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Yu Xia's technical expertise includes Python scripting for image analysis, in-situ electron microscopy , and multifunctional graphene-based materials .

• Textile Engineering
• Textile Design
• Yarn Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Asst. Prof. Zehra Evrim Kanat serves as an Assistant Professor in the Textile and Fashion Design Department at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University's Faculty of Fine Arts since 2020, following research assistant roles at Tekirdağ Namik Kemal University (2014-2020) and Ege University (2009-2014). Her expertise bridges academic research and industry applications in textile engineering. Her educational foundation includes: Doctorate in Textile Engineering from Ege University (2008-2013) Postgraduate in Textile Engineering from Ege University (2005-2007) Undergraduate in Textile Engineering from Ege University (1997-2002) Dr. Kanat's research centers on textile engineering and design, with specialized focus on thermal and moisture management properties of fabrics. She investigates yarn technology, cloth construction, and smart textile applications to enhance comfort in sportswear and technical garments. Her methodological approach integrates artificial neural networks and statistical modeling for predictive analysis of fabric behavior under varying humidity conditions, contributing significantly to thermophysiological comfort research. Publication trends reveal consistent advancement in thermal resistance modeling of knitted and woven fabrics, with recent expansion into smart textiles for sports applications and biomimetic design principles. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between textile science, materials engineering, and functional apparel design. Her research leadership includes: EU-supported project on Textile Insights and Future Aspects (2023-2024) Study on Hatay Silk's fiber properties versus Chinese-Japanese hybrid silk (2022-2023) TUBITAK-funded expert system for woven fabric defect diagnosis (2017-2018) Multiple projects on moisture management properties of technical textiles Dr. Kanat actively contributes to academic discourse through peer review for leading textile journals and participates in interdisciplinary art exhibitions that explore cultural and historical textile narratives.

Amol Patilمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Textile Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Sustainable Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amol Patil is a Research Engineer at the Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM), Deakin University, Australia. He holds an MTech in Textiles from IIT Delhi and a PhD in Textiles from Deakin University. His career spans industrial experience in Quality Assurance, R&D, and Product Development, followed by academic research focused on dyeing and finishing of textiles , environmental impact of textiles , and sustainable chemistry in fibre manufacturing . A key collaborator in industrial projects, he works on fibre-to-fibre recycling and microplastic pollution mitigation in laundry processes. Education: MTech (IIT Delhi), PhD (Deakin University) Affiliation: Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University Collaborations: ARC Research Hub for Functional and Sustainable Fibres, HeiQ-Marine Bioproducts (MBCRC) Research Trends The 15 most recent articles highlight his expertise in conductive polymers applied to cotton and polyester textiles, with implications for EMI shielding , gas sensing transducers , and smart materials . Topics include durable antimicrobial finishes , superhydrophobic treatments , and atmospheric aging resistance in textiles. His work bridges chemical engineering and environmental sustainability, particularly in reducing water usage and microplastic release during laundry.

Andrea Boteroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Participatory Design
• Collaborative Design
• Science and Technology Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Andrea Botero is an Associate Professor at Aalto University's Department of Design, leading the INUSE research group focused on designer-user relations in socio-technical change. She holds adjunct professorships at Universidad de los Andes' Faculty of Architecture and Design (COL) and guest professorship at Aalborg University's Centre for Sustainable and Digital Transformation (DK). Academic Background: Doctor of Arts (New Media, Aalto University), MA in Product and Strategic Design (Aalto), BA in Industrial Design (Universidad Nacional de Colombia) Her research explores participatory design, science and technology studies, and transformative creative practices. Key themes include: Relational and caring interactions in design More-than-human approaches to environmental challenges Decolonial design methodologies Recent publications analyze feral mapping, pictogram politicization, and entangled knowledge production. She has received international recognition including the Ziman Award (2024) and MAST Network funding. Active in teaching MA and doctoral design programs, she also engages in multigenerational diversity activism through NGOs Ninho ry (Finland) and Utopiabio (Colombia).

Dimitra Georgiadouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Flexible Nanoelectronics
• Green Manufacturing
• Neuromorphic Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Dimitra Georgiadou is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science, leading the Flexible Nanoelectronics Lab. She is a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and serves as Deputy Impact Champion in the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Machine Intelligence for Nanoelectronic Devices and Systems (MINDS-CDT). Her research focuses on green manufacturing of flexible nanoelectronics, photonic synapses for neuromorphic computing, and solution-processed non-toxic materials. Key projects include developing Pb-free perovskite photoelectric memristors and radiofrequency Schottky diodes for IoT applications. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering/Organic Electronics from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Prior roles include Industrial Fellow at Imperial College London and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow. Research spans nanoscale optoelectronic devices, energy harvesting, and flexible substrates. Publications highlight advancements in photodetectors, memristors, and neuromorphic systems, with recent work on self-powered organic photodetectors and γ-ray-induced memristor effects. She has over 40 peer-reviewed articles, including in Laser & Photonics Reviews , Optica , and Advanced Electronic Materials . External roles include editorial positions at Frontiers in Nanotechnology and IEEE Sensors Letters , and membership in the EPSRC Peer Review College. She actively participates in conferences, delivering invited talks on nanosciences, flexible electronics, and neuromorphic devices.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Chemical Engineering
• Process Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elena Niculina Dragoi is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection 'Cristofor Simionescu' at Gheorghe Asachi Technical University in Iasi, Romania. Her academic work integrates Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning tools for solving complex problems in Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection . With over 30 published papers and six active research projects, her contributions span process optimization, nanomaterials, and sustainable technologies. Teaches Applied Informatics (Years 1 & 4) and Artificial Intelligence at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Contributes to Programming Engineering at the Faculty of Computer Science, University 'Alexandru Ioan Cuza' Engaged in interdisciplinary courses at the Faculty of Automatic Control and Computer Engineering Research Interests : Elena's work focuses on modelling and optimization (90% emphasis) of chemical processes using AI methodologies, with cross-disciplinary applications in environmental engineering (70%) and chemical engineering (95%). Her recent publications highlight innovations in: 3D-printed nanocomposite adsorbents for pollutant removal Metaheuristic optimization algorithms for industrial processes Hydrogen generation via nanocatalysts Electrochemical biosensors for environmental and health monitoring AI-driven wastewater treatment systems Green chemistry applications in pharmaceutical and dye removal

Nebahat Aralمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Engineering Fundamental Field
• Textile Science and Engineering
• Nanotechnology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nebahat Aral is a Lecturer in the Department of Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Engineering. Her research focuses on Textile Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology, and Radiation Shielding Materials. She has contributed to advancements in coated fabrics for X-ray protection, nanofiber development, and sustainable composites. Education: PhD (2016) in Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University - Thesis: Design of an Alternative Textile Material to Lead Aprons Master's (2009) in Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University - Thesis: Investigation of Performance Properties of Composites Made from Textile Waste BSc (2006) in Textile Engineering, Uludağ University Research Trends: Recent publications highlight her work on essential oil-infused coaxial nanofibers, biodegradable food packaging films, and ionizing radiation protection using bismuth oxide and pomegranate peel powder. Her studies bridge Textile Engineering with Nanotechnology and Environmental Sustainability. Grants and Projects: She has secured funding through TÜBİTAK projects (1004, 3501, 2219) and institutional grants, focusing on radiation shielding, biodegradable composites, and medical textiles. Leadership: Dr. Aral has served as Deputy Head of Department at Yeditepe University and Program Coordinator at Istanbul Kavram Vocational School and Istanbul Gelisim University. Patents: Co-inventor of a patent for X-ray shielding textile materials with nano-powder with Istanbul Technical University.