جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Howard Stoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metallurgy
• Materials Science
• Nickel-Based Superalloys
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Howard Stone is a faculty member at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy. He has progressed through academic ranks, including Professor of Metallurgy (2021), Reader in Metallurgy (2017), and Lecturer in Metallurgy (2012). PhD (University of Cambridge, 2000) MA (University of Cambridge, 1995) His research focuses on metallurgy and materials science , particularly Nickel-Based Superalloys , High-Entropy Alloys , and Titanium Alloys . Key areas include microstructural evolution under thermal stress, oxidation resistance, and additive manufacturing techniques like laser powder bed fusion. Professor Stone’s recent publications highlight trends in superalloy design , phase stability , and additive manufacturing . Topics include gamma prime precipitation, lattice misfit analysis, and oxidation behavior modification. He is associated with the Rolls-Royce UTC (University Technology Centre) at Cambridge, which focuses on advanced metallurgical research and industrial collaboration.

Secil Ugur Yavuzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Eco-social Design
• Research through Design
• Tangible Human-Technology Interactions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Secil Ugur Yavuz is a Professor at the Faculty of Design and Arts, Department of Design, at Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. Her academic work spans eco-social design, research through design, and tangible human-technology interactions, with a particular focus on sustainable materials and collective making practices. She teaches courses including Design 3 for the Master in Eco-social Design and doctoral programs in Experimental Research through Design, Art and Technologies. Professor Yavuz's research explores the intersection of analog and digital through tangible human-technology interactions, with significant contributions to sustainable material systems. Her FERAL WOOL project investigates ecological and cultural dimensions of wool, while her work with biomaterials like microbial cellulose and open-source bioreactors addresses circular production systems. She employs embodied and speculative approaches to examine microplastic emissions, children's nature engagement through tools like TREESENSE, and social play with interactive toys. Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on material culture, sustainability, and human-centered design across multiple scales. The research demonstrates consistent exploration of how digital and physical realms interact to create meaningful user experiences while addressing ecological challenges. Key trends include the use of embodied interaction methods, speculative design for cultural critique, and co-creative processes that bridge technological innovation with social and environmental responsibility. Yavuz leads the Design Friction Lab, which investigates the philosophical foundations of design through customizable interfaces and DIY approaches. Her work with doctoral students in Experimental Research through Design emphasizes reshaping technologies through collective making processes. The FERAL WOOL research project represents a significant current initiative exploring sustainable textile futures through both ecological and cultural lenses.

Vincent Nierstraszمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface Modification
• Functional Textiles
• Textile Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Vincent Nierstrasz is a Professor in Textile Materials Technology at the Swedish School of Textiles, University of Borås since 2011. Previously, he held positions as a Marie Curie Fellow and senior researcher at Ghent University and assistant professor at the University of Twente. He earned his PhD from Delft University of Technology and MSc from Wageningen Agricultural University. Affiliations: Swedish School of Textiles (current) President of AUTEX (Association of Universities for Textiles) Member of FWO Review College (2025–2027) Research Interests: Focuses on surface modification, functional textiles (e.g., antibacterial, smart textiles), and resource-effective production methods. Leads projects like SMDTex (sustainable smart textiles) and Crosstexnet. Engages in EU-funded initiatives (FP5, FP6, FP7, H2020). Awards & Honors: Marie Curie Fellowship Foreign member of the Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities (KHMW) Advising & Grants: Supervised over 10 doctoral students. Involved in EU and industry-funded projects. Active in translational research bridging academia and industry. Labs/Teams: Head of the Textile Materials Technology research group, focusing on functionalization and sustainable textile processes.

Graham Ormondroydمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wood Modification
• Biomaterials
• Phenolic Resin Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Graham Ormondroyd is a Professor at the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences , Bangor University , specializing in the Biocompounds department. His research focuses on innovative wood modification techniques, sustainable biomaterials, and environmental impact assessments. Current projects include scaling waste-based composites for infrastructure and developing Welsh wool applications. Collaborations span academia-industry partnerships like Bangor University and Zentia Ltd KTP. Research Trends: His 2025 publications emphasize multi-scale resin diffusion analysis and UK wood recycling frameworks, while 2024 work explores laser incising and phenolic resin-NMR interactions. Recent studies also address VOC emissions from formaldehyde-free composites. Professional Activities: He chairs academic panels (e.g., International Panel Products Symposium) and reviews publications. Projects focus on net-zero construction and climate resilience.

Tim Wattsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Agriculture
• Veterinary Science
• Sheep Farming
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tim Watts serves as an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Agriculture, The University of Western Australia, while concurrently managing a 1,497-hectare mixed farming operation in Pingelly, WA. His leadership extends to Chair of the Western Australian Livestock Research Council (2017–present) and membership on the Sheep Industry Leadership Council (2015–present) and Sheep's Back Advisory Board (2010–present). Master of Veterinary Studies, University of Melbourne (1987) Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, Murdoch University (1984) Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Biology), Murdoch University (1982) His research integrates veterinary science with practical agriculture , specializing in oestrogenic pasture impacts on livestock fertility, benchmarking high-performance sheep/cropping systems, and implementing no-till permanent cropping rotations. As a host farmer for national programs like Life-Time Wool and Pastures from Space, he bridges academic research with commercial farming through intensive grazing techniques and data-driven enterprise management. He currently serves as Investigator 02 on the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development project "Determining the impacts of grazing oestrogenic clovers on cattle fertility" (2022–2025), collaborating with researchers including Vercoe and Blache to assess clover effects on cattle reproduction. Watts contributes to undergraduate education through AGRI2201 in the Agriculture Science major, leveraging his dual expertise as both academic and practicing farmer to deliver industry-relevant instruction grounded in real-world mixed-farming systems.

Gwendolyn Hustvedtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Textiles
• Fashion Merchandising
• Consumer Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gwendolyn Hustvedt is a Professor in the Fashion Merchandising department at Texas State University’s School of Family & Consumer Sciences. Her research focuses on sustainable textiles, consumer behavior regarding eco-labeling and ethical production, and STEM education through home economics. She leads projects such as a USDA-funded study on eco-labeling for US animal fiber products and collaborates with institutions like Kansas State University and the University of Delaware. Her teaching includes Textile Science and Textile Product Analysis courses, as well as an honors course on sustainable textile supply chains. Dr. Hustvedt has received awards including the 2023 American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Leader Award and the 2014 Presidential Distinction Award for Scholarship. She serves as President of the International Federation for Home Economics, advocating for holistic sustainability education and underrepresented groups in STEM careers. Her grants total over $750,000, supporting initiatives like climate change adaptation in Hispanic families and integrating sustainability into higher education curricula. Her research spans consumer preferences for sustainable apparel, textile innovation (e.g., UV-protective fabrics), and waste reduction through wool composting. Current projects include in vivo experiments on textiles for skin cancer prevention and collaborations with Texas natural fiber producers. She chairs events like Sustainable Fashion Week and coordinates Fashion Merchandising programs, emphasizing community engagement and industry partnerships.

• Animal Reproduction
• Reproductive Technologies
• Semen Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Simon de Graaf is a globally recognized expert in animal reproduction, artificial breeding, and reproductive technologies at the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, The University of Sydney . He holds a BScAgr(Hons/Medal), PhD, and GradCertEducStud(Higher Education). As Secretary General of the International Congress on Animal Reproduction, his research has secured over $7.4M in funding and produced 80+ journal articles and book chapters. His research interests focus on optimizing reproductive outcomes in livestock, particularly sheep, with emphasis on semen assessment, climate impacts, and fertility enhancement. He has trained over 2,500 students in veterinary medicine and agriculture. Recent publications address fertility trends in Australian sheep, laparoscopic insemination success, and dietary effects on sperm quality. Awards include Fellowships from the Royal Society of NSW and the Society of Reproductive Biology. He leads projects funded by Australian Wool Innovation and collaborates with the Sydney Institute of Agriculture and Sydney Nano Institute. His work bridges academic research with industry applications, enhancing livestock productivity and sustainability.

Maria Perssonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Textile Engineering
• Sustainable Materials
• Polymer Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Persson is a Researcher at the University of Borås, affiliated with the Department of Textile Technology within the Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business. She holds roles as Director of Studies for doctoral education in Textile Technology and Assistant Supervisor for doctoral students like Sabrina Kopf. Her research focuses on sustainable materials, polymer chemistry, and biomedical textiles, emphasizing innovation in textile processing and smart materials. Her work spans areas like resource-efficient dyeing methods, electroluminescent textiles, and biocompatible materials for tissue engineering. Publications highlight contributions to circular economy strategies in workwear, soft actuators for wearable robotics, and electrode design for biomedical applications. She actively participates in projects such as NSCirTex and EU Horizon 2020 initiatives. Key achievements include developing methods for textile actuation via conjugated polymers and optimizing adhesion for long-term EMG electrodes. Her research emphasizes sustainability, scalability, and interdisciplinary collaboration, reflecting her commitment to advancing textile science through both fundamental and applied studies.

Jonathan Grinhamمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Construction & Building Systems
• Design Engineering
• Energy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Grinham is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD). His research bridges material science, building science, and design to address climate change challenges, focusing on lifecycle carbon emissions, thermal health, and sustainable material systems. He is affiliated with the Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities, the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability, and the Aizenberg Lab at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Education: Architecture and Building Science, Virginia Tech Doctor of Design, Harvard GSD Grinham's work has produced novel technologies like the DryScreen vacuum membrane dehumidification system and the Vesma cooling solution, alongside publications, patents, and the start-up company Trellis Air Corporation. His research explores bioinspired microchannel designs, radiative sky cooling, and upcycling agricultural waste such as wool into building materials. Research Trends: His recent publications emphasize decoupling HVAC processes for energy efficiency, bioinspired material systems (e.g., duck feather hydrophobic coatings), and lifecycle carbon accounting for buildings. Projects like HouseZero and Origami Microfluidics highlight synergies between material geometry, thermal performance, and environmental impact reduction. Teaching and Collaboration: Grinham teaches courses on building simulation, materials, and thesis work. He collaborates with institutions like the Wyss Institute, Columbia University's Yu Lab, and industry partners including Faveker and American Woolen Company, mentoring students in hands-on climate-responsive design projects like the Sixteen Student Stools exhibition.

Cécile Michelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Assyriology
• Ancient Mesopotamian History
• Literacy and Education in Antiquity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cécile Michel is a renowned Assyriologist holding dual roles as a Senior Researcher at CNRS (France) and Professor at Universität Hamburg (Germany). She specializes in the history of Upper Mesopotamia and Anatolia during the second millennium BCE, focusing on private archives, literacy, material culture, and ethical research practices. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, particularly in analyzing cuneiform tablets and ancient textiles. Michel leads the 'Ethics' working group within the Cluster of Excellence ‘Understanding Written Artefacts’ (UWA) at Hamburg and coordinates international projects like the RFA09 (CT scanning sealed tablets) and RFE04 (Assyrian manuscript culture). Education details are not explicitly provided, but her career highlights include: Doctor honoris causa from Copenhagen University (2017) and Hamburg University (2023) President of the International Association for Assyriology (2014–2018) Scientific delegate at CNRS's Scientific Integrity Mission Recipient of the Knight of the Legion of Honor (2019) Her research interests span: Materiality of cuneiform tablets and digital preservation Gender roles in ancient societies Archival literacy and education Textile archaeology and trade networks Her documentaries, such as Thus speaks Taram-Kubi (2016) and Cuneiform script: writing and calculating (2017), have garnered international acclaim. She actively promotes ethical practices in archaeology and cultural heritage preservation, including work on safeguarding manuscripts from Timbuktu and Nepal. Key grants and projects include leadership roles in the SFB 950 ‘Manuscript Cultures’ (2011–2020) and Cluster of Excellence UWA (2019–2025). Her research teams collaborate globally, integrating archaeology, digital humanities, and experimental archaeology to decode ancient texts and artifacts.

Steve E. Rigdonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biosurveillance
• Election Prediction Models
• Quality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steve E. Rigdon is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the College for Public Health and Social Justice, Saint Louis University. His expertise lies in statistical inference, biosurveillance, and reliability modeling. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, University of Missouri-Columbia M.A., University of Missouri-St. Louis B.A., University of Missouri-St. Louis Dr. Rigdon's research focuses on biosurveillance , election prediction models , quality engineering , and survival analysis . He has made significant contributions to the statistical modeling of repairable systems and optical experimental design. His work bridges theoretical statistics with real-world public health and engineering applications. His publications appear in top-tier journals including Technometrics , Journal of Quality Technology , and Quality Engineering . He is also the author of influential textbooks such as Calculus (8th and 9th editions) and Statistical Methods for the Reliability of Repairable Systems . His election prediction models were featured in the Wall Street Journal and local media in 2008. Research Funding: National Science Foundation (NSF) grant for research on optical experimental design, in collaboration with Arizona State University. Dr. Rigdon teaches Bayesian Statistics and the Capstone in Biostatistics , mentoring students in advanced statistical applications. He is active in research dissemination through platforms like ResearchGate. His office is located at Wool Center, Second Floor, Room 276H, 3545 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63103.

Whit Stewartمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sheep Production Systems
• Wool Quality and Genetics
• Mineral and Nutritional Supplementation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Whit Stewart is an Associate Professor and Extension Sheep Specialist at the University of Wyoming , affiliated with the Department of Animal Science . His work integrates research, teaching, and extension to enhance the sustainability, productivity, and resilience of the U.S. sheep industry. Education: B.S. in Agriculture Education, Brigham Young University - Idaho M.S. in Animal Science, Oregon State University Ph.D. in Animal Science, New Mexico State University Research Interests focus on alternative feedstuffs, mineral supplementation, range sheep crossbreeding, and the role of plant secondary compounds in sheep production systems. His teaching portfolio includes advanced sheep production, wool evaluation, and lamb feeding systems. Extension Interests emphasize adopting emerging technologies, on-farm research, and decision-making tools for producers. He also serves as faculty advisor to the UW Collegiate Wool Growers and coach of the UW Intercollegiate Wool Judging Team. Professional Experience spans roles at the University of Wyoming (2017–present), Montana State University (2015–2017), and prior positions in research and extension.

Sophia Hagolani-Albovمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Agroecology
• Extractivism
• Food System Redesign
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sophia Hagolani-Albov is a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Helsinki , affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS) . She is a member of the Trees For Development (TreesForDev) project and the Global Extractivisms and Alternatives Initiative (EXALT) . PhD candidate in Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies Doctoral Programme (DENVI) Co-host of the EXALT Initiative podcast Education: Master of Science in Geography, University of Montana (2012-2015) Bachelor of Arts in Government, California State University, Sacramento (2002-2006) Research Interests span agroecology, extractivisms (resource and data), food system redesign, ecological restoration, and sustainability transitions. Her work combines rural sociology and human geography methodologies to address socio-cultural barriers in Finnish food systems and global tree planting schemes. Recent Publications focus on multispecies organizing, counter-hegemonic ethics, and extractivism's social costs. Her 2025 article in Business Ethics Quarterly explores ethico-political dynamics in ecological restoration. Scientific Awards: Recipient of Conference Organizer of the Year 2019 Teaching & Organizational Roles: Co-organized master's and doctoral courses on extractivisms, sustainability communication, and transformation. Served as Teaching Assistant at University of Helsinki and University of Montana in sustainability science and geography courses. Grants & Projects: Funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2023-2026) and Research Council of Finland (2018-2023). Currently manages the Trees For Development Podcast Series and contributes to the Political economies of deforestation project.

Camilo Ayala Garciaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Materials for Design
• Emerging Materials and Technologies
• Circular Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Camilo Ayala Garcia is an Associate Professor in the Department of Design at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy, and a researcher in the Design Friction Lab. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at the Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia. He holds a PhD from Politecnico di Milano, an MA from Domus Academy, and dual bachelor's degrees in Industrial and Textile Design from Universidad de los Andes. His research focuses on DIY materials, circular design, and sustainable material innovation. Notable projects include work on cashew byproduct materials, fungal biomaterials, and the Innocell Bioreactor. He has published extensively on materials-driven design, emotional material experiences, and participatory design processes. Camilo leads the Design Friction Lab, exploring emerging technologies and materialities for circularity. He has secured patents for modular design systems and protective gear. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing community-driven, open-source solutions.

• Wood Science
• Wood Modification
• Sustainable Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Hansmann is a researcher at the Institut für Holztechnologie und Nachwachsende Rohstoffe , part of the Department für Biotechnologie und Lebensmittelwissenschaften at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . With a doctorate in wood technology (2004) and graduation in timber industry (2002), he has focused on wood modification, drying processes, and sustainable material applications. Education Doctorate, BOKU Vienna (2004) Graduation in Timber Industry (2002) His research explores wood science through innovations in wood drying , chemical modification , and bio-based composites . Notable projects include supercritical CO2-assisted impregnation, thermal insulation panels from agricultural byproducts, and eco-efficient hardwood utilization. He has supervised 15 university theses, including studies on wood laminates and bark beetle control. Recent publications highlight his work on wood modification techniques , with 15 articles from 2005–2025 covering topics like hydrophobic wood surfaces , dimensional stability , and flame-retardant treatments . Key methods include UV microscopy, siloxane treatments, and adhesive bonding analysis. Scientific Awards: tecnet Call 2009 'Eco-efficient Products' 1st Prize (2010) Dr. Wolfgang Houska Recognition Award (2009) Schweighofer Innovation Prize (2009) He has delivered 57 lectures across 15 countries, including presentations at SWST International Conventions and European Wood Modification Conferences . As a reviewer for journals like Wood Science and Technology and European Journal of Wood Products , he contributes to quality control in his field.