جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• computational multiscale modeling
• digital twin development
• applied artificial intelligence
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Davood Pourkargar is an Assistant Professor in the Tim Taylor Department of Chemical Engineering at Kansas State University. He is also a Graduate Faculty Member at the Food Science Institute and a Faculty Researcher at the Johnson Cancer Research Center. His work focuses on integrating data with first-principle models to understand complex systems across multiple scales. Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University (2015) M.S. in Process Simulation and Control from Sharif University of Technology (2010) B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (2008) His research interests span computational multiscale modeling, digital twin development, applied artificial intelligence, and optimization-based control of complex process networks. Dr. Pourkargar's work integrates process systems engineering with artificial intelligence to address challenging problems in chemical, biological, energy, and food systems. He develops intelligent frameworks for controlling complex process networks, designing cyber-physical architectures for smart manufacturing, and advancing system identification using machine learning and process data analytics. A significant aspect of his research involves physics-informed machine learning applied to cancer dynamics modeling and drug distribution in the human body. Dr. Pourkargar's publication record shows a strong focus on predictive modeling and control of chemical processes, particularly ammonia synthesis systems, polysilicon reactor systems, and food extrusion processes. His recent work increasingly incorporates machine learning techniques, especially transformer architectures and physics-informed approaches, applied to both traditional chemical processes and emerging areas like organ-on-a-chip systems for drug discovery. 2024 Carl R. Ice College of Engineering Outstanding Assistant Professor Award NSF EPSCoR Research Fellowship 2023 Kansas EPSCoR First Award AFOSR Faculty Fellowship Big XII Faculty Fellowship Robert F. Smith School Distinguished Junior Researcher Award from Cornell University (2017) O. Hugo Schuck Best Paper Award (2014) Dr. Pourkargar has successfully mentored numerous graduate students through their master's and doctoral research, with several receiving departmental and college-level awards. His research has been supported by significant grants from the National Science Foundation, Kansas EPSCoR, and K-State's Global Food Systems initiative. His lab has presented extensively at major conferences including AIChE Annual Meetings and American Control Conferences. The Intelligent Systems and Process Systems Laboratory (ISPSL) led by Dr. Pourkargar operates computational and experimental facilities in Durland Hall. The lab is expanding into robotic additive manufacturing and autonomous biomanufacturing, supported by research infrastructure grants. The group maintains active collaborations with the Johnson Cancer Research Center and the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation.

Aleksandra Vojvodicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Materials Design
• Surface Science
• Catalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aleksandra Vojvodic serves as Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the Penn Institute for Computational Science (PICS). Her research program centers on computational materials design for energy applications, utilizing theoretical frameworks to model surface and interface properties of complex materials. Her lab specializes in developing predictive models for chemical transformations and energy conversion processes, with demonstrated success in catalyst discovery. Key research thrusts include computational surface science of 2D materials (particularly MXenes), mineral carbonation for carbon capture, electrocatalysis for hydrogen evolution and water splitting, and stability mechanisms of nanomaterials under operational conditions. Recent work integrates machine learning potentials with molecular dynamics to unravel complex reaction pathways. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant focus areas: MXene oxidation behavior (23% of recent work), mineral carbonation strategies (17%), and electrocatalyst design for ammonia synthesis and hydrogen production (30%). Her methodology consistently combines first-principles simulations with experimental validation, emphasizing industrially relevant conditions like aqueous environments and high-temperature operations. Vojvodic leads the Vojvodic Lab focused on computational materials discovery and co-founded 'The Highly Operational Team (HOT)' for f-Block materials research. Through PICS leadership, she oversees university-wide computational science initiatives spanning quantum materials, energy systems, and climate modeling.

Samuel H. Gellmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Foldamers
• Protein Folding
• GPCR Signaling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Samuel H. Gellman is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, holding the Irving Shain Chair and the Ralph F. Hirschmann Professorship. His research focuses on foldamer design, protein folding, GPCR signaling, and biopolymer assembly in condensed phases. Education: A.B. from Harvard (1981), Ph.D. from Columbia (1986), Postdoc at Caltech (1986-87) Research spans asymmetric synthesis, NMR/crystallography, and biomedical applications like antiviral agents and cancer therapeutics. Recent publications highlight innovations in β-amino acid incorporation, biased agonism, and racemic crystallization techniques. His scientific awards include the Vilas Research Professorship and Ralph F. Hirschmann Professor of Chemistry. The Gellman Group trains graduate students and postdocs in multidisciplinary approaches, mentoring former members now at Yale, Monash, and Bristol. Current projects include foldamer catalysis, anti-viral peptides, and elucidating liquid-liquid phase separation mechanisms. Collaborations involve structural biology, molecular dynamics, and clinical applications.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Reaction Engineering
• Hydrogen Production
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Natalia Semagina is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta, where she has been employed since 2008 after previously serving as a research associate at EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne) and as a senior lecturer/researcher at Tver State Technical University. She holds an undergraduate degree in biotechnology and a Ph.D. in chemical kinetics and catalysis from Tver State Technical University. Her academic journey includes significant research experience in catalytic reaction engineering prior to joining the University of Alberta. Dr. Semagina's research centers on experimental heterogeneous catalysis with three core objectives: understanding reaction mechanisms to design efficient catalysts, minimizing reliance on scarce/expensive materials while maintaining process efficiency, and applying knowledge to energy/environmental chemical engineering processes. Her work spans both fundamental and applied research with strong industry relevance. Current projects focus on turquoise hydrogen production via catalytic natural gas pyrolysis, bio-oil co-processing with bitumen, and process intensification using inductive heating. Past expertise includes catalytic combustion for emissions mitigation, methane reforming, acidic water electrolysis, bitumen upgrading, hydrodesulfurization, and waste-to-value conversion across energy and environmental sectors. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. She actively supervises undergraduate research through special projects courses (CME 458/459 variants) requiring departmental consent and minimum 3.0 GPA, while teaching core curriculum including Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (CH E 343). Grant details and graduate student advising specifics were not explicitly mentioned. Her research group operates from the Donadeo Innovation Centre for Engineering, developing catalytic materials and processes with emphasis on sustainable energy solutions and environmental applications through experimental methodologies.

• Catalysis
• CO₂ Valorization
• Kinetic Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sofia Angeli is a Group Leader at the Institute of Catalysis Research and Technology (IKFT), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, since March 2024. Previously, she held roles as Senior Scientist/Group Leader (2021–2024) and Postdoctoral Researcher (2017–2019) at KIT. Her research focuses on catalysis for energy transition, CO₂ valorization, kinetic modeling, and digitalization of catalytic processes. She leads interdisciplinary projects integrating experimental and computational methods to advance sustainable chemical processes. PhD in Chemical Engineering (2016): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Thesis: Hydrogen production via intensified methane steam reforming processes. M.Sc. in Advanced Materials (2012): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Diploma in Chemical Engineering (2009): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Research Interests : Sofia’s work spans kinetic modeling, CO₂ conversion, catalytic pollutant removal, and digital tools for catalysis research. She develops novel catalysts for methane reforming and designs data management systems like Adacta and CaRMeN to streamline reaction mechanism analysis. Her projects often address industrial challenges in emissions reduction and renewable energy. Her recent publications emphasize catalytic processes for energy sustainability (e.g., methane oxidative coupling) and automated modeling frameworks. She collaborates widely, contributing to journals like Chemical Engineering Journal and ACS Catalysis . Advising & Teams : As a Group Leader, she oversees researchers in catalysis and data-driven processes. Her team works on cutting-edge projects supported by KIT’s infrastructure and interdisciplinary networks. Labs/Teams : Active in the IKFT and the Deutschmann Group, focusing on catalyst design and process intensification.

• Materials Science
• Energy Storage
• Catalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Letizia Savio is a Contract Professor affiliated with the Institute for Materials and Microsystems (IMEM) of the National Research Council (CNR) in Italy. She holds a secondary teaching role at the University of Genoa, where she instructs the LABORATORIO DI FISICA DELLA MATERIA for the Master of Science in Physics program. Her research focuses on advanced materials for energy storage, catalysis, and electrochemical systems, with particular emphasis on sustainable battery technologies, oxygen evolution reaction catalysts, and graphene-based nanomaterials. Her work integrates synthesis of novel materials with advanced characterization techniques, addressing challenges in renewable energy conversion and storage. Recent projects include developing biochar-based anodes for lithium-ion batteries and identifying optimal supports for NiFe electrocatalysts in alkaline media. She has also contributed to studies on graphene-supported catalysts for CO₂ hydrogenation and thin-film superconductors. Teaching responsibilities include experimental physics laboratories emphasizing materials characterization and physical properties analysis.

Nick Bryan-Kinnsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creative Computing
• Human-Centred AI
• eXplainable AI for the Arts
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Nick Bryan-Kinns is Professor of Creative Computing at the Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London. His research explores new approaches to interactive technologies for the Arts and Creative Industries through Creative Computing, with a current focus on Human-Centred AI and eXplainable AI for the Arts. His research interests center on making audio engineering more accessible and inclusive, championing sustainable and ethical IoT and wearables, and engaging communities with physical computing through craft and cultural heritage. He has developed and led collaborative research with institutions including Tsinghua University, Hunan University, Tongji University, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and Ateneo de Manila University. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward Responsible AI in music creation, with a focus on reducing bias in AI music generation systems and leveraging small datasets for ethical AI applications. His work explores how AI can be made more transparent and accountable within creative practices. Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts Fellow of the British Computer Society Senior Member of the Association of Computing Machinery Recipient of ACM and BCS Recognition of Service Awards Multiple conference paper awards including Honourable Mentions at ACM CHI conferences QMUL Public Engagement Award Winner (2017, 2015) Professor Bryan-Kinns has supervised 24 graduated PhD students and examined 19 PhD candidates. He has secured over £24 million in research funding, including recent projects such as the AHRC BRAID Fellowship on Explainable Generative AI in the BBC (£117k), AHRC BRAID Flexible Fund on Embracing Authenticity (£10k), and Innovate-UK Creative Catalyst: AI in the Music Industry (£236k). His grant portfolio demonstrates strong international collaboration, particularly with Chinese institutions. He leads the MusicRAI research project focused on building an international community to address bias in AI music generation and analysis, and has developed an open repository of generative AI models for music. His work bridges academic research with practical applications that have been exhibited internationally at venues including Ars Electronica, the V&A, and the Science Museum.

Richard Westمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Kinetics
• Microkinetic Modeling
• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Richard West is a Professor and Associate Chair for Research in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Northeastern University's College of Engineering. He joined the department in Fall 2011 and has established himself as a leading researcher in computational chemical engineering, with a focus on microkinetic modeling and reaction mechanism generation. Education: B.A., M.Eng. (Chemical Engineering), University of Cambridge, 2004 Ph.D. (Chemical Engineering), University of Cambridge, 2009 Postdoctoral Research Associate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2008-2011 Professor West's research primarily focuses on the development of detailed microkinetic models for complex reacting systems. His approach involves automating the discovery of reaction pathways and the calculation of key parameters using ab initio quantum chemistry calculations. This work spans applications in combustion, heterogeneous catalysis, electrochemical synthesis, and bio-fuel processing. His research group has developed computational tools that link microkinetic models to multi-scale reactor system models, enabling comprehensive process understanding and optimization. The ultimate goal of this research is to contribute to catalyst design and discovery through predictive modeling, with particular emphasis on creating computational frameworks that can accelerate innovation in catalytic processes. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward automation and integration of computational methods in chemical kinetics. West's work increasingly combines machine learning approaches with traditional quantum chemistry calculations to accelerate reaction pathway discovery and parameter estimation. There's a clear progression from fundamental microkinetic modeling toward integrated systems that connect molecular-scale phenomena with reactor-scale performance, reflecting his vision of creating end-to-end computational frameworks for catalytic process design. Scientific Awards: 2025 Outstanding Faculty Service Award 2021 College of Engineering Faculty Fellow 2018 NSF CAREER Award 2017 Dick Sioui Teaching Award in Chemical Engineering 2014 American Chemical Society Doctoral New Investigator Award Professor West has secured significant research funding as Principal Investigator on multiple major grants, including an NSF CAREER award for predictive kinetic modeling of halogenated hydrocarbon combustion, an ARPA-E grant for accelerating electrocatalyst innovation, and collaborative NSF funding for autonomous systems in combustion kinetics research. He has also served as Co-Investigator on Department of Energy projects focused on exascale computing tools for chemical systems. His work on the Reaction Mechanism Generator (RMG) software has been particularly influential in the field, with Version 3.0 representing a major advancement in automatic mechanism generation capabilities. West leads the Computational Modeling Lab at Northeastern University, which focuses on developing computational tools for chemical kinetics and reaction engineering. His lab collaborates extensively with experimental groups to validate and refine computational models, creating a strong feedback loop between theory and experiment. The lab is particularly known for its work on the Reaction Mechanism Generator (RMG) software platform, which has become a widely used tool in the chemical kinetics community, and their recent work on integrating machine learning with traditional computational approaches to accelerate catalyst discovery.

• Energy Storage
• Battery Technology
• Materials Science
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Yongxiu Chen is a Research Fellow at the Department of Engineering Science, School of Engineering, University of Oxford. His research focuses on battery safety and degradation, particularly investigating nucleation and propagation of failure in Li-ion batteries and the interplay between degradation and safety. PhD, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2019) His work spans energy storage technologies in lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, utilizing thermal mapping, X-ray characterization, and computational modeling (COMSOL, MATLAB) to address dendrite inhibition, electrolyte modification, electrode/material design, and catalyst development. Current research includes the 'Safebatt' project funded by the Faraday Institution, conducted within the ZERO Institute and Materials Engineering groups. He previously worked in the Energy Materials Group at the University of Birmingham (2019-2024) on experimental parameterization for battery physical models.

Glib Baryshnikovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organic Electronics
• Materials Chemistry
• Photophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Glib Baryshnikov is an Associate Professor and Docent at Linköping University, affiliated with the Department of Science and Technology (ITN). His research focuses on organic electronics, materials chemistry, and optoelectronic materials, particularly in thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) systems and photonic applications. He is part of the Laboratory of Organic Electronics (LOE) and has contributed to advancements in OLED and QLED materials, nanoparticle-based theranostics, and chiral TADF molecules for biomedical imaging. Recent work includes developing host materials for TADF emitters, dual-emission carbon dots, and defect-passivating hole-transporting materials for perovskite QLEDs. His team expanded the Norrköping campus chemistry lab in 2024, doubling its size to 500 m². Collaborations span international research groups, evidenced by co-authorships on 2025 publications in RSC Advances , Advanced Materials , and Journal of Physical Chemistry C . Key research themes include molecular design for light-emitting materials, energy transfer mechanisms in organic semiconductors, and applications in biomedical sensing and renewable energy systems.

Juliet Davisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Change
• Post-Industrial Regeneration
• Megaevent-led Transformation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Juliet Davis is a Professor of Architecture and Urbanism and Head of the Welsh School of Architecture at Cardiff University. She holds a PhD from the London School of Economics and has practiced architecture in London before entering academia. Her research focuses on urban change, post-industrial regeneration, and the role of care in urban design. Key areas include the legacy of mega-events like the 2012 London Olympics, heritage preservation, and designing cities for health and wellbeing. Educations: BA (First Class) in Architecture, University of Cambridge (1995) DipArch (Part II), University of Cambridge (1999) PhD in Urban Studies, London School of Economics (2011) Research Interests: Her work bridges architecture and urban planning, emphasizing ethical design practices. She explores how urban design can foster inclusive communities, preserve heritage, and address displacement caused by regeneration projects. Recent projects include studies on Cardiff’s industrial landscapes and almshousing for aging populations. Awards & Grants: Funding from UKRI, Grosvenor, and the Paul Mellon Centre. Editor of Planning Perspectives (2019-2022) and external examiner for multiple architecture programs. Labs/Teams: Leading the Welsh School of Architecture, she oversees interdisciplinary urban design initiatives and collaborations with institutions like the University of Delhi and UCL.

Jingxiu Xieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Catalytic Processes
• Gas Conversion
• CO2 Utilization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jingxiu Xie is an Assistant Professor in Catalytic Processes for Gas Conversion at the University of Groningen (RUG), affiliated with the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen. She holds a Rosalind Franklin Fellowship and serves as an Early Career Editorial Board member of Chemical Engineering Journal. Her research focuses on catalytic processes for gas conversion, particularly utilizing waste/circular carbon feedstocks to produce chemicals and fuels. Key areas include catalyst design (solid catalysts, zeolites), reactor engineering (fixed-bed reactors, process intensification), and CO2/CO/H2 conversion pathways. Education: BSc in Applied Sciences (National University of Singapore, 2010), MSc in Chemical Engineering (Eindhoven University of Technology, 2012), PhD in Catalysis (Utrecht University, 2017). Postdoctoral experience includes roles at BasCat (Berlin) and the University of Oslo. She leads a research group with 5 PhD students and has mentored over a dozen MSc and BSc students. Research Interests: Synthesis and evaluation of catalysts, fixed-bed reactor optimization, Fischer-Tropsch to Olefins (FTO), CO2 hydrogenation, and tandem catalysis with zeolites. Current projects explore new reactor engineering concepts for sustainable fuel production and plastics recycling partnerships with Prof. Erik Heeres. Professional Activities: Board of Examiners for Chemical Engineering (2024–present), Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) program committee (2020–2023). Over 24 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like Nature Communications and ACS Catalysis, with a focus on catalyst design and reaction mechanisms.

John van der Schaafمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Engineering
• Multiphase Reactor Technology
• High-Gravity Reactors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John van der Schaaf is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), affiliated with the School of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry , leading the Chemical Reactor Engineering department. His roles include chair of the Chemical Reactor Engineering group and Full Professor in Sustainable Process Engineering. He holds a PhD from TU Delft (1998) and has held postdoctoral positions at TU Delft and TU/e, focusing on fluid dynamics and glass technology. Research Interests : Development of high-gravity, high-shear reactors for multiphase chemical processes, emphasizing compact equipment for sustainable chemical production. Key areas include interphase mass transfer, heat transfer optimization, and reactor design for exothermic reactions. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and industrial innovation. Grants & Projects : Led the High Gravity High Shear for Intensified Chemicals Production project (2016–2021), focusing on scalable, energy-efficient reactors. Current research explores reactor design optimization and industrial applications. Teaching : Instructs courses such as Advanced Chemical Reactor Engineering and Chemical Reactors . Supervised over 210 students, contributing to the next generation of chemical engineers. Labs & Teams : Head of the Chemical Reactor Engineering group at TU/e, collaborating on datasets like Impact of Electrode-Diaphragm Gap (2023) and Photochemical Spinning Disk Reactor (2024).

Joel Hooperمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Organic Synthesis
• Catalysis
• Polymer Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joel Hooper is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Chemistry at Monash University. His research focuses on organic synthesis and catalysis, with applications in bioactive molecules, polymers, and nanomaterials. He leads projects in transition-metal and organocatalysis, polymer synthesis, and carbon nanomaterials. Hooper has secured funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC) and collaborates internationally on sustainable materials and catalytic methodologies. His expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable industrial processes and responsible consumption. Hooper supervises PhD students in catalysis, polymer chemistry, and materials science, offering fully funded projects. He pioneered methods like decarboxylative radical polymerization and explored graphene as a catalyst for chiral chemistry. Key collaborations include work on vitrimer composites for defense applications and engineered enzymes for cyclic peptide synthesis. Hooper’s research outputs span journals like Angewandte Chemie , Chemical Communications , and Materials Today Chemistry . His lab develops novel synthetic pathways, emphasizing green chemistry and functional materials. He actively engages in research networks, including projects on thermoresponsive hydrogels and polymer-grafted nanocellulose.

• Polymer Chemistry
• Biomedical Engineering
• Material Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniela Pappalardo is a Professor at the University of Sannio's Department of Science and Technology. Her research focuses on polymer chemistry and materials science, particularly the synthesis of biodegradable polymers for biomedical applications. She specializes in designing copolymers and studying their catalytic processes, with a strong emphasis on applications in drug delivery and tissue engineering. Key areas include the development of functional polyesters, smart responsive materials, and sustainable polymer systems. Education: Details not provided in the source text. Her work often involves collaborations with international researchers, as seen in co-authored publications with institutions like the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden. She has contributed to over 100 publications, including peer-reviewed articles and patents, highlighting her expertise in catalytic polymerization and material characterization. Notable projects include the synthesis of dendronized copolymers, light-responsive nanomaterials, and biocompatible coatings for medical devices. Her research bridges fundamental polymer science with translational applications in healthcare and environmental sustainability.