جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

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.

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.

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.

• Civil Engineering
• Sustainable Construction
• Composite Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Florian Brosch is a Researcher at the Institute of Green Civil Engineering , University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . He holds a Dipl.-Ing. B.Sc. in Environmental Engineering and Water Management, earned between 2014 and 2021. His work focuses on sustainable construction techniques , particularly timber-concrete composite systems and high-performance concrete (UHPC) . His research integrates experimental testing and numerical modeling to optimize structural performance. Recent publications highlight advancements in adhesive bonding for timber-concrete composites, resource-efficient ceiling systems, and shear strength analysis of glue lines. Collaborative projects include pilot implementations bridging lab findings to real-world applications. Scientific Awards : 2021: VCE Innovationspreis für Exzellenzforschung im Ingenieurbau

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.

Erik Loomisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor History
• Environmental History
• Global Capitalism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Erik Loomis is a Professor of History at the University of Rhode Island, specializing in the labor and environmental history of the United States, with a focus on global capitalism and the U.S. West. His work bridges academic research and public engagement, addressing critical intersections between workers' rights and environmental justice. Education: Ph.D., University of New Mexico, 2008 M.A., University of Tennessee, 1999 B.A., University of Oregon, 1996 Research Interests: Loomis's scholarship centers on how labor movements and environmental activism intersect, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. His research explores the historical relationships between workers, unions, and environmental policies, emphasizing how economic structures shape ecological outcomes and labor conditions. He investigates themes such as working-class environmentalism, the gendered dimensions of industrial labor, and the political economy of natural resource extraction. His body of work includes studies on timber workers, conservation movements, and the outsourcing of environmental harm by corporations. Through books, articles, and public commentary, he critically examines how historical narratives of labor and environment inform contemporary policy and activism. Scientific Awards: Theodore C. Blegen Award for Best Article in Forest and Conservation History (2015) Grants & Advising: While specific grant details are not listed, Loomis's extensive publication record and academic roles suggest ongoing research funding and graduate mentorship. His work under contract with major academic presses indicates sustained scholarly productivity and institutional support. Labs & Teams: Loomis is affiliated with the Department of History at URI and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives in labor and environmental studies. His public engagement includes writing for major media outlets, reflecting a commitment to bridging academic and public discourse.

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.

Josephine V. Carstensenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Structural Design Optimization
• Sustainable Materials Engineering
• Carbon Emissions Reduction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Josephine V. Carstensen is the Gilbert W. Winslow Career Development Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT. She holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from the Technical University of Denmark, and an M.S.E. and Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on leveraging digitalization and AI to revolutionize structural design, particularly in topology optimization and sustainable materials engineering. She teaches Senior Civil and Environmental Engineering Design (1.013) and Topology Optimization of Structures (1.583). Her lab, the Carstensen Group, develops algorithms for human-AI collaboration in design, emphasizing manufacturability and sustainability. Notable achievements include NSF CAREER Award (2021), CEE Maseeh Teaching Award (2021), and Denmark-America Fellowship (2012). Recent work includes minimizing carbon footprints in truss designs and automating hyperparameter tuning in topology optimization. Her research spans structural mechanics, material architecture, and carbon reduction strategies. Current projects explore AI-driven design frameworks, reclaimed material utilization, and timber-steel hybrid systems. The lab’s experimental work includes 3D-printed concrete beams and waterjet-cut steel reinforcement testing. Key Research Themes: Sustainable infrastructure, topology optimization, embodied carbon reduction, AI-human collaboration Affiliations: MIT Sustainable Materials & Infrastructure Faculty, MIT Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Lab Focus: Interdisciplinary engineering solutions for next-generation structural systems

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Machine Learning in Civil Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Marco Martino Rosso is a Research Fellow at the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering (DISEG) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he also serves as an external lecturer and teaching assistant in both DISEG and the Department of Mathematical Sciences (DISMA). He is affiliated with the Doctoral School (SCDOTT) and completed his PhD under the supervision of Professor Giuseppe Carlo Marano. His academic work bridges civil engineering with advanced computational methods, focusing on structural health monitoring, optimization, and machine learning applications. His research interests center on Structural Health Monitoring , Machine Learning in Civil Engineering , Earthquake Engineering , Structural Optimization , Operational Modal Analysis , and AI-driven diagnostics for infrastructure. He applies deep learning, neural networks, and hybrid modeling techniques to problems such as damage detection, post-earthquake assessment, tunnel and bridge monitoring, and dynamic analysis of timber and concrete structures. His recent publications, spanning from 2023 to 2025, demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating artificial intelligence with structural engineering, particularly in automating modal analysis, optimizing structural forms, and enhancing seismic resilience. These works appear in journals like Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing , Computers & Structures , and Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering , as well as in proceedings of international conferences such as IOMAC and EWSHM. Marco Rosso has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. However, his extensive publication record and active role in research projects indicate strong recognition in his field. He has contributed to teaching as a course collaborator in subjects including Dynamic Identification of Structures , Statistics , Construction Techniques , and Safety Assessment and Retrofitting of Structures . He has also been involved in the ARTISTE 2025 Summer School, indicating engagement in advanced training programs. While no formal lab or team name is specified, his frequent collaborations with researchers such as Angelo Aloisio, Giuseppe Carlo Marano, and Jonathan Melchiorre suggest he is part of a vibrant research group focused on intelligent structural systems and data-driven engineering at Politecnico di Torino.

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Agroforestry Systems
• Non-Timber Forest Products
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Dietrich Darr is a faculty member at Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT), specifically within the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition. His academic journey includes previous professorship at Hochschule Rhein-Waal (2012-2024) and visiting positions at Universidade de Brasília (2023-2024), Vietnam National University of Forestry (2020), and ICRAF Central Asia office (2018). Dr. Darr's research focuses on sustainable and resilient farming and food systems with particular expertise in agribusiness, corporate management, and sustainable resource utilization. His work prominently features baobab tree applications in African and European food industries, agroforestry systems, non-timber forest products, and sustainable land management. His international research projects span Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia. His recent publications reveal strong trends in sustainable value chain development, climate-smart agriculture, and innovative approaches to rural livelihood improvement. The articles demonstrate consistent focus on practical applications of agroforestry systems, analysis of non-timber forest products commercialization, and sustainable land management solutions for smallholder farmers in developing regions. Dr. Darr leads numerous research projects including SUFACHAIN (2022-2025) on sustainable agroforestry value chains in Central Asia, CONFARMED (2024) on edible insects for circular food economy in Uganda, and previously led BAOQUALITY (2019-2022) on baobab quality improvement for food security in Africa. His projects are primarily funded by German institutions including BMBF, BMEL, and DFG. As an active member of professional organizations including ATSAF, EFARD, IUFRO, DeFAF, and EURAF, Dr. Darr contributes to international agricultural research communities with focus on tropical and subtropical agriculture, agroforestry, and forest research.

• Continuum Mechanics
• Material Modelling (Composites and metamaterials)
• Computational Modelling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Zia Javanbakht is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering and Built Environment , Griffith University , specializing in Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Design . As a chartered engineer with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, he contributes to research in Continuum Mechanics , Material Modelling (composites and metamaterials), and Computational Modelling . He is affiliated with the Australian Centre for Precision Health and Technology (PRECISE) and has been involved in projects related to additive manufacturing, auxetic materials, and composite structures. Research Interests include the development of advanced computational models for material behavior, with a focus on auxetic structures , triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) , and additively manufactured composites . His work addresses challenges in residual stress analysis , multiscale modelling , and machine learning applications in material deformation mechanisms. Scientific Awards Fellow (FHEA) of Higher Education Authority, Dublin, Ireland (since 2021) Key Funded Projects span collaborations with Gilmour Space Technologies (CRC-P grant for rocket fuel tanks), Bond University (concrete sensor testing), and internal Griffith University grants for equipment like the Transient Plane Source Thermal Conductivity Analyser . He actively supervises PhD and Master’s students in topics such as polymer-matrix composites , auxetic timber structures , and additive manufacturing failure models . Collaboration Networks include the AuxeticsLab and partnerships with industry leaders like Stoddart Group Pty Ltd and ATL Composites . His teaching portfolio covers Constitutive Material Modelling (7015ENG) and Computational Statics and Dynamics (7252ENG), reflecting his expertise in computational techniques and structural analysis.

Ayşe Zeynep Aydemirمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Architectural Education
• Design Studio Pedagogy
• Architectural Design Research
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ayşe Zeynep Aydemir is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at MEF University's Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture since 2017. She earned her PhD in 2017 from a joint program between Istanbul Technical University and KU Leuven, focusing on architectural design studio practices. Her academic journey includes a TÜBİTAK 2219 Research Fellowship at Royal College of Art (2019–2020) and a TÜBİTAK 2214 fellowship at KU Leuven (2014–2016). Her research interests span architectural education, design studio pedagogy, adaptive reuse of urban structures, and the intersection of architectural humanities with practice-based research. She emphasizes process-driven design, horizontal learning, and the role of spatial experience in education. Key publication trends include studies on adaptive reuse of office buildings for housing practice-led research in small architectural firms parallax views in metropolitan analysis Her work bridges academic theory with real-world applications, particularly in Istanbul's urban context. Scientific awards include TÜBİTAK 2219 and 2214 fellowships. She also led the Kilyos Boathouse design-build studio (2018), which won recognition in Turkey.

Jane Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Theoretical Condensed-Matter Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Affiliations and Roles Professor Wang holds dual appointments as Professor of Physics and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University. She is affiliated with the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences. Education B.S. in Physics, Fudan University, Shanghai, China (1989) Ph.D. in Physics, University of Chicago (1996) NSF-NATO Postdoctoral Fellow, Theoretical Physics, Oxford University (1997) Visiting Member, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, NYU (1997-1999) Research Her research focuses on the physics of living organisms, particularly insect flight dynamics , biophysics , and computational modeling . Key projects include: Dragonfly righting reflex mechanisms Neuro-mechanical control in fruit flies Unsteady aerodynamics and fluid-structure interactions Awards and Honors Simons Fellowship in Theoretical Physics (2020) Radcliffe Fellowship (2007) Cornell Provost's Award for Distinguished Scholarship (2005) David and Lucile Packard Fellowship (2002) Labs and Collaborations Her work integrates experimental and computational approaches, often conducted in collaboration with institutions like the Janelia Research Campus (HHMI) and the Joint Texas Experimental Tokamak (J-TEXT).

• Forest Economics
• Agrobiodiversity Management
• Forestry Efficiency Analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Marietta Metzker is a researcher at the Institute of Agricultural and Forestry Economics within the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . She specializes in Forest Economics , Agrobiodiversity Management , and Test Farm Network Analysis , with a focus on sustainable development and economic efficiency in agricultural and forestry sectors. University: University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) School: Department for Economics and Social Sciences Department: Institute of Agricultural and Forestry Economics Email: marietta.metzker@boku.ac.at Research Interests center on developing economic frameworks for sustainable forestry, agrobiodiversity valuation, and data-driven agricultural management. Her work bridges ecological conservation with financial viability through test farm networks and efficiency metrics. Publication Trends show a consistent focus on Forest Economics (2018-2025), analyzing revenue models, efficiency indicators, and regional comparative studies across Austria and the DACH region. Key subfields include Timber Revenue Analysis , Forest Management Efficiency , and Agricultural-Biodiversity Integration . Projects include the EU-funded FARMER CLUSTERS FOR REALISING AGROBIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT ACROSS EUROPE (2020-2025), where she contributes to sustainable agricultural practices.