جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Liping Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Performance Modeling
• HVAC Fault Detection and Diagnosis
• Energy Efficiency in Indoor Agriculture
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Liping Wang is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at the University of Wyoming, part of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. She also serves as the Director of the Center for Controlled Environment Agriculture, highlighting her leadership in sustainable building and agricultural systems. Her work bridges engineering, energy efficiency, and environmental resilience. Academic Background: B.S., Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, China M.S., Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, China Ph.D., National University of Singapore Her research interests focus on building performance modeling, fault detection and diagnosis for HVAC systems, energy efficiency in indoor agriculture, and the development of resource-efficient and resilient future communities. She applies data-driven and adaptive modeling techniques to enhance building energy systems and indoor environmental quality. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward intelligent building systems, with recurring use of machine learning (e.g., Gaussian mixture models, particle swarm optimization) for HVAC modeling, fault detection, and energy optimization. Her work increasingly integrates controlled environment agriculture, reflecting a shift toward sustainable food-energy-water nexus solutions. Topics span from fundamental thermodynamics to applied field evaluations of ASHRAE standards. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (1944823), National Science Foundation, 2019 Appreciation Award, Advisor of ASHRAE Student Branch, University of Wyoming, 2019 Liping Wang has secured competitive research funding, notably the NSF CAREER Award, and mentors students through research and professional engagement. She actively contributes to the academic community as an Associate Editor of the International Journal of Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments and a guest editor for Energy and Buildings . Her work involves interdisciplinary collaboration, with co-authors from diverse engineering and environmental science backgrounds. She has served as an ad hoc reviewer for top journals including Building and Environment , Energy and Buildings , and Applied Energy . She leads the Center for Controlled Environment Agriculture, which likely involves a research team focused on energy-efficient indoor farming technologies, greenhouse modeling, and sustainable building-agriculture integration. Her lab appears to utilize low-cost sensor systems (e.g., Arduino-based platforms) for real-time monitoring of environmental conditions.

• Magmatic Processes
• Hydrothermal Alteration
• Porphyry Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shaun Barker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on magmatic processes, hydrothermal alteration, and porphyry systems, particularly studying postsubduction magmatism and its economic implications. He supervises postdoctoral researchers such as Maria Alejandra Rodriguez Mustafa and has advised graduate theses on topics like the Dawson Range district's Late Cretaceous magmatism. Research interests include tectonomagmatic frameworks, fluid-rock interaction, and exploration methodologies using geochemical datasets and advanced analytical techniques. His work integrates field observations, geochemical analyses, and isotopic studies to unravel the genesis of ore deposits and geothermal systems. Key contributions include defining trace-element haloes around deposits, developing mineral mapping via µXRF, and applying machine learning to geological modeling. His studies span global regions like the Yukon, British Columbia, Nevada, and Peru, with a focus on Carlin-type gold, porphyry copper, and skarn systems.

• Geophysics
• Geochemistry
• Geology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bhavik Harish Lodhia is an Honorary Visiting Researcher at Imperial College London's Department of Earth Science & Engineering (Faculty of Engineering) and a Research Scientist at CSIRO, Australia's national research agency. His research focuses on geophysics, geodynamics, and the energy transition, particularly subsurface hydrogen migration and CO₂ storage. He holds a PhD in Geology and Geophysics from Imperial College London (2014-2018) and was a Postdoctoral Research Associate there (2019-2020). His current projects integrate computational, geochemical, and biological approaches to model hydrogen migration. He has supervised students on topics like CO₂ storage in the Wessex Basin, shale gas potential in Northern England, and unconventional basins in North America. Publications span hydrogen mobility, basin thermal evolution, and mantle convection. His work bridges geophysical modelling with applied energy challenges, emphasizing subsurface resource dynamics and climate resilience.

Chris Rylanderمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomechanical Engineering
• Medical Device Design
• Thermal/Fluid Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Rylander is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on biomedical engineering solutions for healthcare challenges, particularly in medical device design, biomechanical systems, and thermal/fluid systems. He leads the Medical Device Laboratory, emphasizing translational research to improve patient care and advance engineering education. Dr. Rylander holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UT Austin. He has secured $4.23M in grants from NIH, NSF, and the Wallace Coulter Foundation. His work spans 30 peer-reviewed articles and innovations like neonatal monitoring devices, convection-enhanced drug delivery systems, and laparoscopic cleaning tools. He advises current PhD students and has graduated 4 PhD and 9 MS students. Key research interests include: Medical device prototyping & testing Catheter-based drug delivery systems Biocompatible material development Optical instrumentation for diagnostics His clinical collaborations focus on neonatal care advancements, brain tumor treatment systems, and improving surgical instrument hygiene. He chairs the Research & Development Committee for the American Society for Lasers in Medicine & Surgery.

Wenming Yangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Internal Combustion Engines
• Biofuels and Blend Fuels
• Combustion and Emissions Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wenming Yang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS). He has been with NUS since 2000, progressing from Research Fellow to Assistant Professor in 2011 and Associate Professor since 2017. His research focuses on combustion technologies across multiple scales and applications. Current research areas include internal combustion engines using biofuels, emulsion fuels, and natural gas Development of high-efficiency, low-emission boilers (grate biomass, pulverized coal, CFB, incinerators) Design of micro thermophotovoltaic power generators Active collaboration in computational modeling and experimental validation Dr. Yang's recent publications (2003-2015) primarily address combustion optimization, emissions control, and microscale energy systems. His work spans fundamental chemical kinetics to applied engine modeling, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and alternative fuels. Scientific Recognition Dean’s Chair Professor (2020) – NUS College of Engineering Academic Contributions Teaches Energy Conversion Process (ME3221), Internal Combustion Engine (ME4227), and Air-Conditioning and Building Automation (ME5204) Leads the GSTPG Lab, focusing on combustion innovation and energy systems Actively seeks Ph.D. candidates for research in IC engines, WTE plants, and biomass boiler technologies

Carmel Majidiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soft Robotics
• Wearable Robotics
• Soft Electronics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Carmel Majidi is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. He leads the Soft Machines Lab, where his research focuses on soft robotics, wearable computing, and advanced materials that mimic biological systems. His work enables robots and machines to safely interact with humans through soft, deformable technologies. Education: Ph.D. in EECS, University of California, Berkeley (2007) B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University (2001) His research interests span soft robotics, stretchable electronics, liquid metal materials, and bio-inspired engineering. He develops soft electromechanical materials for applications in haptics, medical devices, and human-machine interfaces. His group pioneers fabrication methods for soft composites and microfluidic systems that function as artificial skin, nervous tissue, and muscle. The recent trend in his publications highlights a strong focus on soft actuators, self-healing materials, liquid metal composites, and haptic interfaces for virtual and augmented reality. His work integrates materials science, robotics, and advanced manufacturing to enable scalable, robust, and practical soft systems. Scientific Awards: 2023 Inno Fire Award for Trailblazing Innovators, Pittsburgh Business Times Majidi leads a major research thrust in a new NSF Engineering Research Center (ERC) dedicated to improving robot dexterity, funded up to $52 million. He has been instrumental in developing soft robotic systems inspired by prehistoric organisms, such as the pleurocystitid, and in creating healthcare devices powered by body heat using liquid metal technologies. His research has been featured in Popular Science , Communications of the ACM , and Ars Technica . He is actively involved in advancing scalable manufacturing of soft electronics and enabling robust integration between soft materials and conventional microelectronics. His lab collaborates across disciplines to push the boundaries of physical AI and wearable robotics.

• Viticulture
• Precision Agriculture
• Plant Physiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrea Pitacco is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agronomy, Food, Natural Environment and Energy (DAFNAE) at the University of Padova, Italy. His academic field is AGR/03 (Arboriculture and Tree Cultivation), with research focused on viticulture and precision agriculture. Based at the Agripolis campus in Legnaro (Padova), he maintains an active research profile in plant-environment interactions. Dr. Pitacco's research spans multiple dimensions of modern viticulture, with particular emphasis on carbon and water flux dynamics in vineyard ecosystems. His work integrates micrometeorological techniques, remote sensing, and physiological approaches to address climate change impacts on grapevine production. Key research areas include: Carbon footprint analysis and carbon farming potential in vineyards Effects of climate extremes on grapevine physiology Microclimate modification through protective netting systems Soil management impacts on erosion and greenhouse gas emissions Plant-pathogen interactions under abiotic stress conditions His publication record demonstrates strong methodological expertise in eddy covariance measurements and turbulent flow characterization within vineyard canopies. The research output shows consistent focus on Mediterranean agricultural systems with practical applications for sustainable viticulture. Dr. Pitacco actively contributes to understanding how vineyards function as carbon sinks/sources and how management practices can optimize environmental performance while maintaining productivity. His work connects fundamental plant physiology with practical agricultural applications in changing climatic conditions.

M. Muñoz Rojoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Thermal Management
• Energy Harvesting
• Thermometry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

M. Muñoz Rojo serves as Associate Professor at the University of Twente's Faculty of Engineering Technology within the Department of Thermal and Fluid Engineering, while holding a dual appointment as tenured senior researcher at Spain's National Research Council (CSIC). His educational background includes a PhD in Condensed Matter Physics & Nanotechnology from CSIC (2015) and M.S./B.S. in Physics from Autonomous University of Madrid. During doctoral studies, he conducted research stays at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Bordeaux, and UC Berkeley. In 2012, he earned selection for the 62nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting through international competition. His research focuses on thermal management systems and energy conversion technologies, with specialization in nano/micro-scale thermometry, thermal sensing, and thermoelectric materials. Expertise spans Material Science, Nanoscale Physics, Thermal Conductivity mechanisms, and advanced microscopy techniques applied to liquid films and energy harvesting devices. Key recognitions include the CSIC-funded JAE pre-doctoral Fellowship and Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting participation. His career progression includes postdoctoral research at Stanford University (2016-2018) followed by Tenure Track Assistant Professorship at Twente (2018-2021) prior to current appointments. He leads the Munoz Lab research group investigating thermal transport phenomena, with current work emphasizing device engineering for thermal management applications. No student advisement details are provided in source materials.

• Tissue Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Polymer Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesco Carfi' Pavia is a Researcher (ICHI-01/B) at the Polytechnic School of the University of Palermo . His work focuses on biomedical engineering, polymer science, and tissue engineering, particularly scaffold fabrication for 3D cell culture systems. Research Interests : His research spans scaffold design for bone and tissue regeneration, computational modeling of bioreactors, and microbial bioremediation studies. He explores advanced fabrication techniques like thermally induced phase separation (TIPS) and galvanic deposition for biomedical applications. Publications Trends : His recent articles emphasize 3D scaffold development for cancer models, orthopedic implants, and microbial adaptation to toxicants, with applications in drug delivery, tissue regeneration, and biodegradable materials. Contact : Email: francesco.carfipavia@unipa.it Office hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Building 6, Third Floor.

Nur Schubaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geophysics
• Structural Geology
• Fault Characterization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nur Schuba is a Research Assistant Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, with a focus on seismic interpretation, structural geology, fault characterization, salt tectonics, and science communication . She contributes to energy and environmental research through advanced geophysical analysis and reservoir characterization. Education : M.F.A. in Visual Communication (Savannah College of Art and Design, 2023), Ph.D. in Geoscience (Rice University, 2019), and B.Sc. in Geophysical Engineering (Istanbul Technical University, 2011). Research interests span salt tectonics, subsurface storage, fault mechanics, and the application of machine learning in seismic velocity estimation. Her work addresses geological challenges in energy recovery, carbon sequestration, and hydrogen storage, with a strong emphasis on science communication for public engagement. Selected publications include studies on salt dome morphology for underground storage, serpentinization patterns in the Galicia margin, and innovative carbon storage incentive models. Her recent work explores the intersection of geophysics and energy transition technologies. Professional history includes roles at ExxonMobil, Schlumberger, and Yellowstone National Park, alongside postdoctoral and research assistant positions at Rice University and UT Austin.

W. Kendal Busheمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Combustion
• Turbulence
• Numerical Simulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

W. Kendal Bushe is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Applied Science , University of British Columbia , within the Department of Mechanical Engineering . His research focuses on turbulent combustion, numerical simulation, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with applications to internal combustion engines and thermal power generation. Developed the Conditional Source-term Estimation (CSE) method for turbulent combustion modeling. Conducted experimental studies on methane/natural gas ignition in engines. Expertise in Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) and Large Eddy Simulation (LES) for reacting flows. Current projects involve autoignition modeling in HCCI engines using Stochastic Particle Models . Teaching Activities : Courses on heat transfer, energy conversion systems, computational fluid dynamics, combustion, and turbulent shear flows. Scientific Recognition : Fellow of the Combustion Institute.

• Applied Mathematics
• Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nikolas Olson Aksamit is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of applied mathematics and environmental science. His work focuses on understanding coherent structures in fluid flows relevant to the coupling between the cryosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. His research interests include applied mathematics, nonlinear dynamical systems, fluid dynamics, Lagrangian coherent structures, snow science, and climate dynamics. He develops mathematical tools to analyze complex environmental systems, particularly in polar and alpine regions, with applications to sea ice, blowing snow, and ocean turbulence. His work bridges theoretical modeling with field observations and data analysis. The recent articles reflect a strong trend in using Lagrangian methods and nonlinear dynamics to study geophysical flows. Key themes include the detection of coherent structures in turbulent flows, sea ice dynamics, climate modeling, and the application of machine learning to oceanographic data. His publications span high-impact journals in fluid mechanics, geophysics, and environmental science, often in collaboration with leading experts in dynamical systems and climate science. He is a member of the research group Changing Arctic and contributes to the project Development of nonlinear dynamics-based techniques for sea ice diagnosis . While no formal students or awards are listed, his active publication record indicates a vibrant research program. His work has implications for climate prediction, polar monitoring, and environmental engineering.

Shaowei Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Heat and mass transfer in porous media
• Fluid mechanics
• Mathematical methods in mechanics

Shaowei Wang is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Mechanics at the School of Civil Engineering, Shandong University, China. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics (2007) from Shandong University and completed post-doctoral research in fluid mechanics (2009) at Peking University. His research focuses on heat and mass transfer in porous media , fluid mechanics , and mathematical methods in mechanics . His recent publications highlight advancements in electro-osmotic flows, oscillatory non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, and stability analysis of bioconvection in porous media. Key themes include modeling viscoelastic fluids (Oldroyd-B, Maxwell), fractional calculus applications, and microchannel transport phenomena. First Prize in Natural Science of the Ministry of Education (2015) Second Prize of Natural Science Award of Shandong Province (2015) Du Qinghua Young Scholar Award (2016) Wang serves as Director of Shandong Society of Mechanics and editorial board member of multiple journals. His work bridges theoretical fluid dynamics with practical applications in microfluidics and geophysical systems.

• Thermodynamics
• Biophysics
• Quantum Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Umberto Lucia , Full Professor of Thermal Physics at the Politecnico di Torino 's Department of Energy (DENERG), is a leading expert in Non-Equilibrium Thermodynamics , Biophysics , and Quantum Thermodynamics . His work bridges Industrial Engineering with Biomedical Applications , focusing on entropy production, structural irreversibility, and thermodynamic modeling of biological systems. Education: PhD in Energetics (1995, University of Florence), MSc in Physics of Matter (1997, University of Ferrara), MSc in Experimental Nuclear Physics (1991, University of Turin) His research interests span: Thermodynamic analysis of cancer growth via exergetic and Constructal Law approaches Magnetocaloric refrigeration for sustainable technologies Quantum thermodynamics in open atomic systems Transport phenomena in biological membranes Thermoeconomic indicators for sustainability (THDI index) Photofission and nuclear energy systems Recent publications highlight his work on biomethane production from rice straw , low-frequency EMF effects on tumors , and thermodynamic time definitions , reflecting interdisciplinary trends in Energy Systems , Quantum Biology , and Sustainable Policy . Scientific awards include Constructal Law Prize (2024) Siebel Energy Institute Smart Energy Award (2015) Fellowships at Constructal Law Conferences (2012-2019) Advising and grants feature PhD student Giulia Grisolia. He leads projects like ELF (EMF cancer inhibition), PlaSNeuriM (neurorehabilitation), and ReVideo (visual rehabilitation), with patents on magnetic cancer therapy and neurorehabilitation insoles . Labs: PolitoBIOMed Lab (Biomedical Engineering), Energy Center Lab, and INFN (National Institute for Nuclear Physics) collaborations.

• Physical Acoustics
• Ultrasonic Imaging
• Modeling and Simulation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Brunet is a researcher at the University of Bordeaux, specializing in physical acoustics and functional materials for acoustics. His work spans ultrasound physics, material characterization, and advanced modeling/simulation techniques. Key collaborations with research groups: APY (Physical Acoustics) , Functional Materials for Acoustics , and GCE (Civil and Environmental Engineering) . Focus areas: acoustic metamaterials , Anderson localization , contactless micromanipulation , and viscoelastic wave propagation . His publications (over 30 in the last decade) demonstrate expertise in ultrasonic imaging, nanophononics, and multiphysics problems involving mechanical, thermal, and fluid interactions. Collaborative projects include DuMAS (Sustainability of Materials) , IMC (Mechanical Engineering) , and MPI (Materials-Procedes-Interactions) initiatives. No formal awards or student advising details are publicly available in the provided data.