جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Raffaello D'Andreaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Aerospace Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Raffaello D'Andrea is a Full Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, affiliated with the Institute for Dynamic Systems and Control. His research focuses on bridging digital and physical worlds through robotics, control systems, and autonomous systems. He has pioneered work in aerial robotics, swarm systems, tactile sensing, and soft robotics. His philosophy emphasizes solving 'easy' problems with scalable, robust solutions, prioritizing simplicity and replicability. Key research areas include UAV navigation, distributed control, tactile sensor design, and fault-tolerant systems. He has founded multiple organizations and led roles as CTO/CEO, emphasizing cross-disciplinary innovation. His work has commercial applications in logistics, healthcare, and automation, driven by a belief in technology's role in improving human life. Notable projects include the Cubli robotic cube, aerial vehicle swarms, and optical tactile sensors for robotics. His lab emphasizes collaboration and team leadership, aiming to translate theoretical insights into practical, scalable technologies. Scientific awards: None explicitly listed in the provided texts. Advising and grants: No students listed in the provided texts; grants information not detailed. Labs/Teams: Leads research at ETH Zurich's Institute for Dynamic Systems and Control, collaborating with industry and academic partners globally.

Kaiyu Hangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Robotics
• Robotic Manipulation
• Grasping
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Kaiyu Hang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Rice University, where he directs the Robotics and Physical Interactions Lab (RobotΠ Lab). His research spans multiple domains of robotics with a focus on physical interaction systems. Before joining Rice, he completed his postdoc at Yale University, earned his Ph.D./M.Sc. at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and received his B.Eng. from Xi'an Jiaotong University. His research interests include robotic manipulation, grasping, in-hand manipulation, optimization, planning, learning, estimation, and control systems. He develops algorithms that enable robots to physically interact with other robots, people, and the world across scales from small grasping tasks to large-scale dual-arm and multi-robot manipulation systems. His work has practical applications in factories, kitchens, hospitals, warehouses, and construction sites. His recent publications demonstrate strong trends in in-hand manipulation techniques, energy-efficient drone operations, and benchmarking frameworks for robotic grasping. The 2025 IROS papers accepted highlight his leadership in developing standardized competition frameworks for evaluating robotic manipulation capabilities across diverse hardware platforms. ASME Rising Star of Mechanical Engineering (2024) NSF CAREER Award (2023) Multiple finalist awards at IEEE-RAS Humanoids and ICRA conferences Junior Fellowship Award from Institute for Advanced Study, HKUST (2017-2018) As an educator, he has taught multiple robotics courses including COMP 462/562: Introduction to Modern Robotics and COMP 461: Senior Design in A Robotized World. He serves as Faculty Advisor for the Rice Robotics Club and participates in graduate admissions. His lab actively recruits Ph.D. students and offers research opportunities for undergraduate and master's students who have completed core robotics courses.

Stephen Gravesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Research
• Supply Chain Management
• Manufacturing Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Graves is the Abraham J. Siegel Professor of Management and a Professor of Operations Management at MIT Sloan School of Management, with a joint appointment in Mechanical Engineering. He holds a PhD in Operations Research from the University of Rochester. His research focuses on operations research models applied to manufacturing systems, supply chains, and service operations, including strategic inventory positioning and order fulfillment optimization. Graves has served as MIT Sloan’s Deputy Dean and Chair of MIT’s Faculty Council (2001-2003). He is a Fellow of INFORMS, recipient of the Kimball Medal, and member of the National Academy of Engineering. Education: PhD in Operations Research, University of Rochester MBA and AB in Mathematics/Social Sciences, Dartmouth College Research Interests: Graves develops analytical frameworks for supply chain optimization, inventory management, and production planning. His recent work addresses post-pandemic supply chain resilience, digital twins for production systems, and closed-loop supply chains. Current projects explore operational challenges in e-commerce fulfillment and global supply networks. Awards: INFORMS Kimball Medal (2023) Elected to National Academy of Engineering INFORMS Prize for Operations Research President of INFORMS (2020) Advising & Grants: Supervisor to 25+ PhD students across manufacturing, supply chain analytics, and healthcare operations. Active in industry collaborations with companies like Intel, Polaroid, and Monsanto. Leads MIT initiatives including the Leaders for Global Operations program. Labs/Teams: Core member of MIT’s Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS). Co-director of the MIT Operations Research Center. Involved in interdisciplinary projects combining data science with operations management.

Cathy Wuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Reinforcement Learning
• Transportation Systems
• Optimization and Control
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cathy Wu is an Associate Professor at MIT, with affiliations in the Laboratory for Information and Decision Systems (LIDS), Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE), and Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS). Her research group focuses on integrating machine learning with model-based optimization to solve complex problems in transportation systems and cyber-physical systems. Academic Leadership: Class of 1954 Career Development Associate Professor (MIT) Research Grants: NSF CAREER Award, Amazon Robotics, Mathworks, MIT Mobility Initiative, US DOT, Microsoft Research, Cintra, Symbotic Research Interests : Wu's work bridges AI and engineering challenges in transportation. Key areas include: Hybrid ML/Model-based Optimization (large neighborhood search, branch-and-cut) Sustainable Mobility (Project Greenwave, eco-driving) Multi-Agent Coordination (warehouse automation, cooperative driving) Cyber-Professional Systems (generalization in RL, transfer learning) Recent work demonstrates significant advances in eco-driving (11-22% emissions reduction), large-scale multi-agent path finding (1000+ agents), and foundational RL methods for traffic control. Her group has produced 15+ major publications since 2015, with notable media coverage in Science, Wired, and NewScientist. Selected Scientific Awards NSF CAREER Award (2023) Ole Madsen Mentoring Award (2025) IEEE ITSS WiE/YP Fellowship (2024) Harold L. Hazen Teaching Award (2022) Her lab has advised 12+ graduate students and postdocs, including: Vindula Jayawardana (PhD '24, now at Anthropic) Sirui Li (PhD '25, now at Microsoft Research) Yining Ma (Postdoc, active researcher) Zhongxia Yan (PhD '24, now at Anthropic)

Ivo J.B.F. Adanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Manufacturing Systems
• Warehousing Systems
• Transportation Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ivo J.B.F. Adan is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), holding chairs in both Industrial Engineering & Innovation Sciences and Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on stochastic operations research, queueing models, and manufacturing systems design. He has held visiting positions at the University of North Carolina and was part-time professor at the University of Amsterdam (2008–2011). Education: MSc and PhD in Mathematics from TU/e Affiliations: Eurandom Senior Fellow, Beta Research Director, editorial roles at Queueing Systems and Probability in Engineering and Informational Sciences His work addresses warehouse optimization, transportation logistics, and semiconductor manufacturing. Notable achievements include: Developed analytical models for zone picking systems and conveyor networks Advanced understanding of FCFS infinite bipartite matching systems Recipient of multiple best paper awards including the IE&IS Valorization Prize (2023) Current projects include the DigiTwop digital twin-based warehouse optimization initiative and modular construction research. He teaches courses on stochastic modeling, manufacturing systems, and smart industry applications.

Vipul Jainمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainability and Circular Economy
• Innovation and ICT
• +۵ مورد دیگر

About Vipul Jain: Associate Professor Vipul Jain leads Supply Chain and Logistics Management at RMIT University’s School of Accounting, Information and Supply Chain Management. With over 20 years of academic experience, he has held senior roles at institutions like Victoria University of Wellington (NZ) and IIT Delhi (India), contributing to curriculum development, research strategy, and academic-industry collaboration. His international collaborations span over 20 global institutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary research in supply chain resilience, sustainability, and Industry 4.0. Education & Academic Leadership: Previously served as Programme Director for Master of Technology (Industrial Engineering) at IIT Delhi, leading the establishment of the Modelling and Analysis of Supply Chain (MASC) Lab. Holds editorial roles for journals like International Journal of Intelligent Enterprise and Computers & Industrial Engineering . Research Focus: Specializes in supply chain design, sustainability, circular economy, and business analytics. His work integrates ICT and big data to address complex supply chain challenges, with notable contributions to vaccine distribution, blockchain adoption, and post-pandemic resilience. Over 145 peer-reviewed publications, including high-impact journals like OMEGA and International Journal of Production Economics , reflect his prolific output. Industry Impact: Conducted management training for organizations like JCB and IBM. Served as an expert assessor for New Zealand’s Ministry of Business and Industry and advised the Indian Railways. His research has been funded by the Department of Science and Technology (India) and EU initiatives like FP6 I*PROMS. Awards & Recognition: Ranked #7 in India’s top logistics academics (2018), recipient of Literati Awards (2024, 2020), and multiple editorial leadership roles. Active in global conferences, including co-chairing ANZAM 2023. Labs & Collaborations: Founded MASC Lab at IIT Delhi. Collaborates with Coventry University, Monash University, Hong Kong Polytechnic, and institutions in Switzerland, Spain, Canada, and the U.S. Focus areas include sustainable supply chains, digital transformation, and crisis resilience.

• Operations Strategy
• Industry 4.0
• Supply Chain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc Sachon is a Full Professor and Director of the Department of Operations, Information, and Technology at IESE Business School, University of Navarra . He serves as Academic Director for Advanced Management Programs (AMP) and specialized courses like Successful Change Management and Industry 4.0 . His leadership extends to the annual IESE Automotive Industry Conference (since 1986) and consulting engagements with global firms such as BMW Group , Phoenix Group , and Traton Group . PhD in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from Stanford University MBA from IESE Business School Master's in Aerospace Technology from University of Stuttgart His research focuses on operations strategy , particularly in the automotive industry , and the impact of Industry 4.0 on manufacturing and logistics. He explores how digital transformation reshapes value chains, emphasizing human-machine collaboration and supply chain resilience. His work spans academic journals like IEEE Transactions and business publications like IESE Insight , with case studies on companies such as Porsche and Netflix . Professor Sachon has received multiple teaching awards and maintains an active consulting practice across industries including airlines , pharmaceuticals , and logistics . He previously worked at Airbus and IBM , and currently advises a mobility startup board. His recent publications highlight trends in electric mobility , 3D printing , and supply chain sustainability .

• Data Warehousing
• E-Commerce
• IT Architecture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Boris Jukic is a Professor and Director of Applied Data Science at the Reh School of Business , Clarkson University. With a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin, he teaches courses such as Visual Basic Programming for Business Applications and Development of Business Applications on the Internet. Dr. Jukic's research focuses on: Management and pricing of networks and telecommunication services Application of data management and presentation strategies in e-business and e-commerce IT architecture's impact on organizational success metrics His recent publications highlight trends in data warehousing , IT architecture , and business intelligence . Notable subfields include data modeling , incentive-compatible pricing , and process-data integration . Contact: Email: bjukic@clarkson.edu Phone: 315/268-3884 Office: 227 Bertrand H. Snell Hall, Clarkson University

Jan A. Van Mieghemمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Operations
• Operations Strategy
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Jan A. Van Mieghem is the A. C. Buehler Professor and Professor of Operations at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. He also serves as a Professor by Courtesy at the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. His research spans product, service, and supply chain operations, combining strategic and tactical perspectives with mathematical modeling, stochastic analysis, and empirical verification. Ph.D. in Business, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (1995) MS in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University (1990) MS in Applied Sciences, KU Leuven, Belgium (1989) His research interests focus on operations strategy, supply chain optimization, and digital operations. He explores topics such as operational hedging, capacity investment, network flexibility, and the application of AI in inventory management. His work addresses healthcare operations, dual sourcing, and the interplay between collaboration and productivity in service networks. Recent research trends center on AI-driven inventory systems, dual sourcing under uncertainty, and healthcare resource allocation. He has authored over 60 academic articles and two textbooks: Operations Strategy: Principles and Practice and Managing Business Process Flows: Principles of Operations Management . 2023: First place in POMS College of Supply Chain Management Student Paper Competition 2020: Flexibility Excellence Award 2014: Wickham Skinner Award 2007: First MSOM Best Paper Award Van Mieghem has held leadership roles at Kellogg, including Deputy Dean (2023–present), Faculty Director of the Executive MBA program (2012–2017), and Chairman of the Department of Managerial Economics and Decision Sciences (2006–2009). He advises firms on operations strategy and management and has served on editorial boards of Management Science , Manufacturing & Service Operations Management , and Operations Research . He has mentored numerous Ph.D. students, including Audrey Bazerghi, Simrita Singh, Yangzi Jiang, and Dennis J. Zhang, who have secured academic and industry positions. His teaching spans operations management and strategy across MBA, Ph.D., and executive programs. Van Mieghem's work examines the intersection of operations strategy and execution, emphasizing financial value as a guiding metric. His empirical studies leverage real-world data from healthcare, manufacturing, and e-commerce to validate theoretical models and develop practical frameworks.

Jacob Gardnerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Bayesian Optimization
• Computational Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Gardner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer & Information Science at the School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Pennsylvania. His research bridges machine learning and scientific discovery with emphasis on computational biology and molecular design. His primary research interests include: Machine Learning Bayesian Optimization Computational Biology Molecular Design Artificial Intelligence Gaussian Processes Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a dominant focus on Bayesian optimization techniques integrated with large language models for biological applications. Key trends include therapeutic design using knowledge distillation from scientific literature, RNA splicing prediction, antibiotic development, and scalable Gaussian process methods. His work consistently addresses dimensionality challenges in molecular modeling while improving computational efficiency for high-dimensional biological data. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. No information regarding student advising or research grants was provided in the source material. His research appears supported by institutional initiatives including Penn AI, Innovation in Data Engineering and Science (IDEAS), and the Data Driven Discovery Initiative (DDDI).

James S. Nobleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Logistics and Distribution
• Supply Chain System Design
• Integrated Production Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

James S. Noble is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Missouri, where he also serves as the MU Site Director for the NSF I/UCRC Center for Excellence in Logistics and Distribution (CELDi). His work bridges academia and industry through applied research in logistics, supply chain, and integrated production systems. PhD, Purdue University MS, Purdue University BS, University of Oklahoma Dr. Noble's research focuses on logistics and distribution , supply chain system design , and integrated production systems , with applications ranging from humanitarian logistics to intelligent warehouse systems. His work emphasizes modeling, analysis, and optimization of material flow and transportation systems. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent trajectory in logistics systems analysis , supply chain modeling , and material flow improvement . These publications demonstrate a strong integration of operations research, systems engineering, and real-world problem-solving, with applications in energy, transportation, humanitarian aid, and industrial logistics. Keywords span Operations Research , Supply Chain Management , and Industrial Engineering , while sub-fields include Bayesian forecasting, reverse logistics, winter road maintenance, and intelligent systems. Dr. Noble has been recognized with several prestigious awards: Society of Manufacturing Engineers Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineering Award (1997) William T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence (2022) Win Horner Award for Innovative Writing Intensive Teaching (2014) Elected Fellow of the Institute for Industrial and Systems Engineering (IISE) (2019) His research has been generously funded by the National Science Foundation , Bayer , Boeing , Hallmark Cards , Honeywell FMT , Medline , Ameren , UMB Financial , the U.S. Economic Development Administration , the Midwest Transportation Consortium , and the Missouri Department of Transportation . While specific advisees are not listed, his leadership in CELDi and role as department chair suggest extensive mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students in real-world logistics projects. He is also a registered Professional Engineer in Missouri. As MU Site Director for CELDi, Dr. Noble leads a multidisciplinary team of faculty from Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geography, and Biological Engineering, collaborating with over 30 industry, military, and government partners to solve real-world logistics challenges and develop implementable, cutting-edge solutions.

Iris F.A. Visمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Design
• Sustainable Logistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Iris F.A. Vis is a Professor of Industrial Engineering at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business. She specializes in logistics and operations management, focusing on optimizing processes through quantitative and qualitative methods. Her work intersects logistics with sectors like healthcare, education, and energy. She leads major projects such as SMiLES (sustainable mobility-logistics integration) and designs logistics solutions for personalized learning systems in schools. She has advised over a dozen PhD students and collaborates with industry partners globally. Awards include Fellowship in the Netherlands Academy of Engineering. Education: M.Sc. Mathematics (Leiden University), PhD in Operations Management (Erasmus University Rotterdam) Roles: Captain of Science for Topsector Logistics, Member of multiple national advisory boards Research interests span sustainable transportation networks, port optimization, healthcare logistics, and educational logistics. Key projects include LNG supply chain design, offshore wind farm maintenance planning, and synchromodal transport networks. Over 45 peer-reviewed publications and 18 media engagements highlight her impactful contributions. Teaching includes courses on supply chain network design, technology-enabled innovation, and operations management at all academic levels. She advises on industrial partnerships and digital transformation initiatives in the Northern Netherlands region.

Jung Yun Baeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Robotics
• Multi-robot systems
• Coordination of Heterogeneous Robot Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jung Yun Bae serves as Assistant Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Michigan Technological University with a secondary appointment in Applied Computing within the College of Computing, joining MTU in 2019 after five years as Research Professor at Korea University's Intelligent Systems and Robotics Laboratory. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University MS in Mechanical Engineering from Hongik University BS in Mechanical Engineering from Hongik University Dr. Bae's research program centers on Robotics with emphasis on Multi-robot systems, particularly Coordination of Heterogeneous Robot Teams and Vehicle Routing Problems. Her work develops operational strategies for multi-agent autonomous vehicle systems through Multi-robot System Control and Optimization techniques, extending to Autonomous Navigation and Operational Research applications. Current investigations focus on underwater robotics coordination and neuroevolution approaches for connected vehicle systems. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on workload-balanced task allocation for heterogeneous robot teams across challenging environments. Her underwater robotics research addresses tether management and entanglement avoidance, while neuroevolution applications target autonomous vehicle control at uncontrolled intersections and hybrid powertrain optimization, bridging robotics with operations research and artificial intelligence. Prior to MTU, Dr. Bae maintained affiliation with Korea University's Intelligent Systems and Robotics Laboratory. Her current work at MTU connects with the Great Lakes Research Center context, though specific laboratory details aren't provided in available materials.

Nicole Megowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Combinatorial optimization
• Discrete optimization
• Mathematical optimization
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Nicole Megow is a Professor holding the chair for Combinatorial Optimization in the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Bremen since 2016. She is affiliated with several research clusters including Humans on Mars Initiative, Minds, Media, Machines, and Dynamics in Logistics. Her academic journey includes positions at TU Berlin, Max Planck Institute for Informatics, TU Darmstadt, and TU Munich. Professor Megow's research focuses on mathematical optimization, algorithm design and analysis, and operations research. Her specific interests span combinatorial and discrete optimization, efficient algorithms, scheduling theory, resource allocation, packing problems, network design, routing, and uncertainty models including online, stochastic, robust, and explorable approaches. Her work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in logistics and decision-making systems. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating prediction models with traditional optimization frameworks, particularly in scheduling and matching problems. She has made significant contributions to understanding the role of uncertainty in optimization problems, developing algorithms that work effectively with incomplete or uncertain information. Her work spans multiple prestigious venues including Mathematical Programming, Algorithmica, SODA, STACS, and NeurIPS. Dissertation Award by the German Operations Research Society (2007) Berlin Science Award for Young Researchers (2013) Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize (2013) Listed among Germany's top 40 researchers below 40 (Capital, 2014, 2015) Professor Megow actively supervises PhD students and postdocs, including Max Stahlberg, Joes Biburger, Sarah Morell, Bart Zondervan, Zhenwei Liu, and Alexander Lindermayr. She serves on numerous program committees for major conferences including SODA, IPCO, and STOC, and holds editorial positions for several prestigious journals. Her current research projects include Optimization under Explorable Uncertainty (DFG funded), How robots learn how to use structure (seed grant from MMM research cluster), and Scheduling Invasive Multicore Programs Under Uncertainty (within TCRC 89).

René M.B.M. de Kosterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Logistics
• Operations Management
• Warehousing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

René M.B.M. de Koster is a Full Professor of Logistics and Operations Management at the Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University, where he has been a faculty member since 1995. He holds a PhD from Eindhoven University of Technology (1988) and is a leading expert in warehousing, material handling, and sustainable logistics. PhD, Eindhoven University of Technology, 1988 Professor, RSM, Erasmus University, 1995–present Honorary Francqui Chair, Hasselt University, 2018 His research focuses on warehousing systems , robotics in logistics , container terminals , and behavioural operations . He integrates operations research with real-world logistics challenges, emphasizing sustainability and automation. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to responsible consumption and industry innovation. The most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward autonomous systems and AI-driven logistics , particularly in robotic fulfillment, dynamic routing, and human-robot collaboration. These works reflect interdisciplinary engagement with computer science, industrial engineering, and behavioural science. Notable scientific awards include: IISE Annual Conference Best Student Paper Award (2024) Transportation Science Paper of the Year (2023) EJOR Best Paper Award (2023) Best European Journal of Operational Research Review Paper (2022) Best Paper Finalist at major logistics conferences Professor de Koster has supervised over 30 students and is actively involved in editorial service for top journals such as Transportation Science , Production and Operations Management , and International Journal of Production Research . He is chairman of Stichting Logistica and founder of the Material Handling Forum, contributing significantly to both academic and industry advancement in logistics. He leads research in advanced logistics labs focusing on robotic sorting, mobile fulfillment, and sustainable supply chains, often in collaboration with European institutions and industry partners.