جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dominik Büelerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Subseasonal-to-Seasonal Prediction
• Weather Regimes
• Extratropical Cyclones
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dominik Büeler is a Researcher at ETH Zurich's Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science and staff member of the Center for Climate Systems Modeling (C2SM). His work bridges atmospheric dynamics with practical climate services, focusing on subseasonal prediction systems and their societal applications in Europe. Research Focus: Büeler's work centers on subseasonal-to-seasonal prediction, with emphasis on weather regime dynamics, extratropical cyclone behavior, and stratosphere-troposphere interactions. His research integrates large ensemble modeling, forecast verification, and climate impact assessment, particularly for European weather extremes. Recent projects examine heatwave mortality prediction, energy meteorology applications, and the role of moist processes in atmospheric blocking. Analysis of his publication record since 2021 reveals consistent advancement in subseasonal forecasting methodology, with growing emphasis on societal applications including public health (heat-related mortality) and energy sectors. His work increasingly connects fundamental atmospheric processes with operational forecasting systems, leveraging collaborations through the Subseasonal-to-Seasonal Prediction Project. Affiliations: Center for Climate Systems Modeling (C2SM) - Core Research Staff ETH Zurich Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science MeteoSwiss Collaborator (Energy Meteorology) Büeler contributes to multidisciplinary teams developing climate services, with recent work supporting Swiss operational forecasting systems. His research group within C2SM focuses on improving subseasonal predictability through advanced diagnostics of model biases and atmospheric processes.

Edouard Boujoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fluid Dynamics
• Flow Stability
• Flow Control
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Edouard Boujo is a Scientist and Lecturer at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) and working in the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IGM) and Laboratory of Fluid Mechanics and Instabilities (LFMI) . He also teaches in the SGM-ENS department of the School of Engineering. Scientist at EPFL STI IGM LFMI Lecturer at EPFL STI-SGM SGM-ENS His research focuses on Fluid Dynamics with expertise in Flow Stability , Flow Control , Aeroacoustics , Thermoacoustics , Fluid-Structure Interaction , and Coating Flow Dynamics . He employs advanced mathematical modeling and computational methods to study complex fluid behaviors. Recent publications highlight his work on stochastic modeling of fluid instabilities, adjoint-based optimization of flow systems, and nonlinear dynamics of coating flows. His 15 most recent papers cover topics ranging from symmetry-breaking bifurcations to spin coating optimization and noise-induced transitions in fluid systems. Dr. Boujo actively collaborates with institutions across Europe and New Zealand, mentoring PhD student Atharva Lagwankar . He has received research funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation for two PhD theses and contributes to major fluid dynamics conferences like the European Fluid Dynamics Conference and APS Division of Fluid Dynamics meetings. His laboratory work at LFMI involves experimental and computational studies of fluid instabilities, with applications in aerospace, mechanical engineering, and industrial coating processes. He develops adjoint-based control methods for optimizing flow systems and reducing drag in various fluid configurations.

Atac Imamogluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Optics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Electronics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Atac Imamoglu is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics and Deputy Head of the Institute for Quantum Electronics at ETH Zurich since 2002. His research focuses on quantum optics, condensed matter physics, and semiconductor systems, with notable contributions to exciton-polaritons, quantum Hall effects, and cavity quantum electrodynamics. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1991) and has been recognized with prestigious awards including Fellowships from the American Physical Society and Optical Society of America. Education: 1991 Ph.D., Stanford University 1987 M.S., Stanford University 1985 B.S., Middle East Technical University Research interests span quantum electronic systems, with emphasis on moiré heterostructures, excitonic interactions, and topological phenomena. Recent work explores Wigner crystals, Feshbach resonances in semiconductor bilayers, and optically tunable quantum confinement. Over 2300 citations highlight his impact in Physical Review Letters , Nature series journals, and specialized optics/physics journals. Awards: Member of Turkish National Academy of Sciences (2002) Wolfgang Paul Award (Alexander von Humboldt Foundation) TÜBİTAK Science Award (2001) Leadership roles include organizing workshops on quantum information and nonlinear optics, and editorial roles at Journal of Quantum Information and Optical Physics B . Active in theoretical/experimental collaborations, his lab develops novel quantum sensing techniques and explores cavity-enhanced phase transitions in 2D materials.

Michele Dolceمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Partial Differential Equations
• Fluid Dynamics
• Kinetic Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michele Dolce is a Lecturer and Scientist at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences (SB) and the Chair of Mathematical Analysis, Calculus of Variations and PDEs (AMCV). He previously held positions as a Postdoc at EPFL and a Research Associate at Imperial College London, where he worked under Prof. Michele Coti Zelati. His academic journey includes a PhD from the Gran Sasso Science Institute. Current affiliation: EPFL, School of Basic Sciences (SB), Department of Mathematics (MATH), AMCV Past affiliation: Imperial College London His research focuses on the mathematical analysis of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) in fluid dynamics and kinetic theory. Key areas include hydrodynamic stability, long-time behavior of viscous vortex systems, and time-decay properties of kinetic models like the Boltzmann and Wave Kinetic Equations. Recent work explores vortex merging phenomena and Taylor dispersion in rotationally symmetric flows. Scientific activities include organizing workshops such as "Long time dynamics in random and deterministic systems" (2025) and co-organizing events like the "Deterministic and random features of fluids" summer school (2023) and the "Enjoying Probability and Fluids in Lausanne" workshop (2023). His publications span journals including Communications in Mathematical Physics, Archive for Rational Mechanics and Analysis, and Journal of Mathematical Fluid Mechanics. Supported by Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF Ambizione grant PZ00P2_223294) Partially funded by GNAMPA (INdAM group)

Karen Mullenersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Unsteady Flow Phenomena
• Bio-inspired Robotics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Karen Mulleners is an Associate Professor at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI), the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IGM), and the UNFOLD Laboratory (Laboratoire de diagnostic des écoulements instationnaires). She also serves in the SGM-ENS teaching department and is a member of the EDEY-GE doctoral program commission. Her research focuses on experimental fluid dynamics, particularly unsteady flow phenomena and vortex dynamics. Professor Mulleners specializes in the intersection of fluid dynamics and bio-inspired engineering, with research interests including: Unsteady vortex-dominated flow phenomena Fluid-structure interaction in flexible systems Experimental methods for flow visualization and measurement Application of fluid dynamics principles to bio-inspired robotics Aerodynamic performance optimization of wind turbine systems Vortex dynamics in flapping and rotating wing systems Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong experimental focus on understanding complex fluid phenomena, particularly in bio-inspired robotics and renewable energy applications. Mulleners' work consistently addresses fundamental questions about vortex formation, flow control, and fluid-structure interactions, with significant contributions to understanding dynamic stall in wind turbines and undulatory swimming mechanics. Her research group employs advanced diagnostic techniques to study unsteady flows, often bridging engineering and biological principles. Professor Mulleners actively supervises PhD students and has directed multiple EPFL theses. Her teaching responsibilities include courses on Measurement Techniques and Aerodynamics, where she imparts knowledge on experimental methods for observing and measuring physical variables such as force, resistance, temperature, flow velocity, and structural deformation. The UNFOLD Laboratory, which Professor Mulleners leads, focuses on diagnostic techniques for unsteady flow phenomena, employing advanced experimental methods including flow visualization, particle image velocimetry, and force measurement systems to study complex fluid dynamics problems with applications in renewable energy and bio-inspired engineering.

• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Model Reduction
• Data-Driven Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

George Haller is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering at ETH Zurich . He leads the Institute of Mechanical Systems and holds the Chair in Nonlinear Dynamics . His research focuses on: Nonlinear dynamical systems theory Data-driven model reduction Spectral submanifolds (SSMs) Coherent structure identification in fluids and solids Control of complex nonlinear systems His recent work emphasizes equation- and data-driven modeling across solids, fluids, and control systems . Key contributions include: SSMTool - a MATLAB package for nonlinear model reduction SSMLearn - open-source software for data-driven modeling Transport barrier detection algorithms with oceanographic applications Scientific accolades include: 2025 Lyapunov Award (ASME) 2023 Stanley Corrsin Award (APS) Fellowships: ASME, APS, SIAM External Member, Hungarian Academy of Sciences His group has trained notable alumni: Thomas Breunung (Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison) Shobhit Jain (Assistant Professor, Delft University of Technology) Mattia Serra (Assistant Professor, UCSD) Publications span Nonlinear Dynamics, Nature Communications , and Physical Review Fluids , with a 2025 book Modeling Nonlinear Dynamics for Equations and Data (SIAM Press). Current projects include: Reduced-order modeling of fluid-structure interactions Control of soft robots via nonlinear dynamics Identifying material barriers in turbulence

Mohamed Farhatمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cavitation & Multiphase flows
• Flow Induced Noise & Vibration
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mohamed Farhat is a Senior Scientist at EPFL's School of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, where he leads the Research Group on Cavitation and Interface Phenomena. He serves as PhD Director, Lecturer, and Member of EPFL Doctoral Committee (Mechanics), while also representing EPFL at CLUSER association and coordinating activities at the Société Hydrotechnique de France (SHF). His research expertise spans Cavitation & Multiphase flows, Flow Induced Noise & Vibration, Fluid-Structure Interaction, Flow control, Flow instabilities in hydro turbines and pumps, Condition monitoring of Hydraulic Machines, Hemodynamics, and Advanced Instrumentation in Fluid Dynamics. Farhat's work uniquely bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical applications across hydropower, marine propulsion, healthcare, and water management sectors. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong focus on cavitation bubble dynamics, with particular emphasis on measurement techniques for collapsing bubbles, vortex shedding control, hydrodynamic monitoring of hydraulic machinery, and biomedical applications of cavitation phenomena. His work increasingly integrates advanced imaging techniques with computational modeling to understand complex multiphase flow phenomena. 2021: Life Sciences Book Award of the International Academy of Astronautics 2019: 1st Prize Winner of Scientific Image Contest (Swiss National Science Foundation) 2020: EPFL-Rhyming Prize (Best PhD thesis in Fluid Mechanics) 2018: EPFL-EDME Prize (Best PhD thesis in Mechanics) 2015: Edmund Optics Educational Award 2014: APS-DFD Gallery of Fluid Motion Award Farhat has successfully supervised numerous PhD students including Ali Amini, Philippe Ausoni, and Outi Supponen, with research spanning from fundamental bubble dynamics to practical hydraulic machinery applications. His Cavitation Research Group maintains strong collaborations with industry partners in hydropower and medical device sectors. Current research directions include advanced instrumentation for cavitation monitoring, condition-based maintenance of hydraulic machinery, and biomedical applications of cavitation phenomena in therapeutic ultrasound and drug delivery.

• Multiphase Flow
• Turbulence
• Experimental Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yinghe Qi is a Professor in the Department of Experimental Fluid Dynamics at ETH Zürich, Switzerland. His research focuses on multiphase flows, turbulence, and free-surface dynamics, with applications in aerospace, marine engineering, and computational fluid dynamics. He has contributed extensively to understanding bubble dynamics, flow instabilities, and turbulence modulation through experimental and phenomenological studies. Research Interests: Dr. Qi’s work addresses complex phenomena in multiphase flow instabilities free-surface turbulence deformable bubble dynamics supersonic jet interactions vortex-induced fragmentation machine learning in fluid dynamics Recent Publications: His recent studies (2023–2025) explore multiscale bubble deformation, free-surface turbulence structure, and supersonic jet-plume interactions. Key themes include turbulent fragmentation, vortex-bubble coupling, and novel computational methodologies. Laboratory Affiliations: He collaborates with the Coletti Group, Jenny Group, and Supponen Group at ETH Zürich, advancing experimental and computational techniques in fluid dynamics.

Christian Zemanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Climate Modeling
• Weather Simulation
• Deep Convection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Zeman serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich, based at the Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science (CHN N 17.1) in Zurich, Switzerland. His research focuses on high-resolution atmospheric modeling with emphasis on kilometer-scale climate simulations and deep convection processes. Zeman's work centers on advancing regional climate modeling capabilities through rigorous model verification techniques and convection-resolving simulations. His research addresses critical challenges in simulating complex phenomena like island-induced vortex streets, tropical climate dynamics, and the impacts of reduced floating-point precision on model accuracy. Key methodologies include ensemble-based statistical verification and systematic model calibration for improved predictive reliability. Analysis of his 2020-2025 publications reveals a consistent trajectory toward higher-resolution climate modeling, with significant contributions to model intercomparison frameworks and computational efficiency optimization. His research bridges theoretical atmospheric science with practical applications in regional climate projection, particularly for island systems and tropical regions. Zeman operates within Prof. Christoph Schär's research group at ETH Zurich, contributing to cutting-edge developments in the Consortium for Small-scale Modeling (COSMO) and Integrated Forecasting System (IFS) frameworks. His work supports ETH Zurich's leadership in high-resolution climate simulation and verification methodologies.

• Hydraulic Energy
• Hydroelectric Power
• CFD Simulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Cécile Münch-Alligné is a Professor in Hydraulic Energy at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO) in Sion, where she serves as the Head of the Hydroelectricity Research Group and the Renewable Energy Program. She leads the Hydro Alps Lab, which conducts applied research in hydropower combining experimental and numerical approaches. Her work focuses on enhancing the flexibility of both small and large hydropower plants, with particular emphasis on adapting these systems to the evolving energy landscape and integration of renewable energy sources. Her educational background includes a BSc in Energy and Environmental Techniques, an MSc in Engineering, and a BSc in Industrial Systems, all from HES-SO Valais-Wallis. Her research spans multiple domains within hydraulic engineering and renewable energy systems, with particular expertise in CFD simulation, numerical methods, and hydraulic machine design. Münch-Alligné's research interests primarily center around improving hydropower flexibility through innovative approaches such as hydraulic short-circuit operating modes, variable speed operation, and energy recovery systems in water networks. She investigates both large-scale pumped storage power plants and micro-hydropower systems for urban water networks, with a strong focus on practical implementation and commercialization of research findings. Her work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation to address real-world challenges in the energy transition. Her research has been published extensively in leading journals, covering topics from Pelton turbine dynamics and Francis turbine vortex analysis to micro-turbine implementations in drinking water networks. The publications reveal a clear trend toward enhancing operational flexibility of hydropower systems to better integrate with intermittent renewable energy sources, with increasing emphasis on practical demonstration projects and commercial applications. As Principal Investigator, she has led multiple significant research projects including the SCCER 4 WP 3.2.0 2017-2020 (Supply of Electricity), Hydrolienne pour canaux artificiels Centrale de Lavey, and SOLUTION DE TRANSFERT D'ENERGIE PAR POMPAGE-TURBINAGE A PETITE ECHELLE. These projects, totaling over 2 million CHF in funding from sources including CTI, OFEN, and industrial partners, demonstrate her ability to secure substantial research funding and collaborate effectively with both academic and industry partners. Münch-Alligné leads the Hydro Alps Lab research team, which includes numerous researchers such as Steiner Amandus, Walpen Olivier, Vaccari Aldo, and others. Her collaborative approach extends to partnerships with institutions like Stahleinbau GmbH and The Ark Energy, facilitating the transfer of knowledge from research to industry application. The lab's work spans from fundamental fluid dynamics research to full-scale demonstration projects, creating a comprehensive pipeline from theory to practical implementation.

Seunghwan Shinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Fluid Dynamics
• Polymer Science
• Rheology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Seunghwan Shin is a postdoctoral researcher at ETH Zurich's Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, affiliated with the Institute of Fluid Dynamics and working within Prof. Filippo Coletti’s group . His research spans fluid dynamics, polymer science, and biophysics, with a focus on multiphase flows, shear-banding in entangled polymers, and bacterial motility in complex fluids. Bachelor’s Degree : Chemical & Biological Engineering from Seoul National University (minor in Economics) PhD : Chemical Engineering at the University of Minnesota under Prof. Xiang Cheng and Prof. Kevin D. Dorfman His work explores turbulent suspensions , polymer microstructure , and active matter systems , combining experimental and rheological approaches. Publications emphasize quasi-2D turbulence , shear-banding , and colloidal media interactions in both synthetic and biological systems. The 15 most recent articles highlight trends in non-Newtonian fluid behavior , DNA-polymer dynamics , and enhanced motility mechanisms , with subfields spanning viscoelastic flows , microscale transport , and active colloids . He is part of the Coletti Group at ETH Zurich, advancing research on fluid dynamics and complex media.

• Electron Microscopy
• Atomic Resolution Microscopy
• Low-Voltage Electron Microscopy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rolf Erni is a leading expert in electron microscopy and materials science. Since 2009, he has served as Head of the Electron Microscopy Center at Empa (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology) and became a Titular Professor at the Department of Materials, ETH Zurich, in 2022. His research spans atomic-scale characterization techniques, including aberration-corrected TEM, low-voltage electron microscopy, in-situ imaging, and valence electron energy-loss spectroscopy. PhD in Materials Science from ETH Zurich (1999-2003) Postdoctoral work at UC Davis and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Former faculty at the University of Antwerp's EMAT Institute Rolf's research bridges fundamental physics of electron scattering with applied studies in nanostructured materials , functional oxides , and energy storage systems . His recent work focuses on operando liquid-phase TEM for battery interfaces, catalysis under reaction conditions, and AI-driven nanoparticle analysis. He has taught advanced microscopy courses at ETH Zurich since 2013, including High Resolution TEM and Diffraction Physics . Rolf actively contributes to scientific governance through memberships in the Scientific Committee of the Fondation pour la recherche en biologie et médecine , COST Action committees, and review panels for international facilities like ePSIC and KNMF. His methodological innovations include correlative microscopy techniques and multislice simulation models that enhance atomic-scale analysis precision.

Benedikt Rösnerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• X-ray Optics
• Orbital Angular Momentum in Light-Matter Interaction
• Soft X-ray Microscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Benedikt Rösner is a researcher at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in the Laboratory for Non-linear Optics under the Center for Photon Science. He specializes in X-ray optics, orbital angular momentum (OAM) of light, and nanofabrication techniques for advanced microscopy. Education : PhD in Physical Chemistry from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg). Rösner's research focuses on developing diffractive X-ray optics for high-resolution imaging, achieving a world-record 7 nm spatial resolution in soft X-ray microscopy. His work explores light-matter interactions with OAM beams, demonstrating novel phenomena like helical dichroism and magnetic helicoidal dichroism . He also investigates ultrafast processes via X-ray transient grating spectroscopy and time-streaking experiments at free-electron lasers. Key trends in his publications include advancements in X-ray microscopy resolution, OAM-based spectroscopies, and magnetic dynamics studies using femtosecond pulses. Collaborations span institutions like CNRS, University Pierre and Marie Curie, and FERMI free electron laser. His technical contributions involve designing optical elements for beamline upgrades in the SLS 2.0 project.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Hydraulic Turbines
• Cavitation Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jean Decaix is a Researcher at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO Valais-Wallis - Haute Ecole d'Ingénierie ) within the Department of Energy and Environmental Techniques . His work focuses on hydropower systems , computational fluid dynamics (CFD) , and cavitation modeling for hydraulic turbines. Decaix contributes to projects like SCCER-SoE (Supply of Electricity center) and XFlex Hydro , aiming to enhance grid stability through advanced turbine operation. Decaix's research spans Francis and Pelton turbines , with a focus on flow topology , unsteady cavitating flows , and hydraulic short-circuit modes . He develops freely distributable CFD tools for building airflow and turbine efficiency, validated through experimental measurements and numerical simulations . Notable projects : SCCER-SoE (2017-2020): Innovation roadmaps for geothermal and hydropower Solution de transfert d'énergie par pompage-turbinage à petite échelle (2015-2017): Economic model development for small-scale hydropower Decaix's 15 most recent publications (2015-2024) cover topics like cavitation suppression , vortex rope dynamics , Pelton turbine efficiency , and CFD validation for building energy systems. His work emphasizes renewable energy integration and mechanical stress reduction in hydropower plants.

Jonathan Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Neutron Scattering
• Topological Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jonathan White is a Group Leader and Senior Scientist at the Laboratory for Neutron Scattering and Imaging at the Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI), Switzerland. He leads the Solid State Structures group and is responsible for the SANS-I instrument at SINQ. His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, particularly using neutron scattering to study magnetic materials, topological phases, and superconductivity. Education: Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Birmingham (UK), with postdoctoral fellowships at EPFL and PSI. He has held roles including Tenure-Track Scientist and Senior Scientist at PSI since 2011. His expertise includes neutron diffraction, vortex lattice studies, and advanced instrumentation. Research Interests: Topological magnetism, skyrmion dynamics, multiferroic materials, and the interplay between magnetism and superconductivity. His work explores novel magnetic phases in non-centrosymmetric lattices and challenges in neutron experiments with small samples or extreme conditions. Grants: PI/co-PI on projects like the SNSF-funded 'Discovery of new quantum effects in topological materials' (2025) and a Sinergia grant exploring skyrmion-hosting materials (2017–2022). Projects include developing high-field magnets for neutron experiments and exploring magnetoelectric coupling in new materials. Labs/Teams: Active in PSI’s neutron scattering facilities and collaborates with global researchers, including EPFL, University of Tokyo, and University of Notre Dame. His work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation, advancing understanding of emergent phenomena in quantum materials.