


Lei Chen
My research interests are computational modelling and artificial intelligence for clean energy manufacturing, with a focus on E-mobility, additive manufacturing, and material circularity. The core theme of my research is to employ a combination of simulations,...
Chenhui Shao
The overarching goal of my research is to develop innovative data science methodologies that enable responsive, optimal, and intelligent decision-making in manufacturing. My work focuses on three interconnected research thrusts: (1) online process control and...
Nicholas Forcone
My research is is on numerical simulation of the atmosphere and Earth system. I am working on a project to permit and evaluate kilometer-scale climate modeling with the Community Earth System Model (CESM). Kilometer-scale resolution will allow for storm systems in the...
Diana Karosas
The Neural Engineering in Epilepsy Lab leverages computational modeling and data science to better understand and control epilepsy. My research utilizes a dynamical model of bursting to study seizures. Right now, I am focused on investigating propagation, suppression,...
Efe Yamac Yarbasi
Dr. Yarbasi’s expertise encompasses uncertainty quantification in complex systems, verification, and validation (V&V) activities, robotics, energy systems modeling in smart building infrastructure, and systems engineering. Before joining UMTRI, he extensively...
Elizabeth Holm
Professor Holm uses the tools of computational materials science to study a variety of materials systems and phenomena. Her research areas include the theory and modeling of microstructural evolution in complex polycrystals, the physical and mechanical response of...
Rebecca Lindsey
Dr. Lindsey develops new artificial intelligence-driven simulation methods to accelerate the design, discovery, and synthesis of next-generation materials. She leads the development of ChIMES, a physics-informed machine-learned interatomic model and generation...
Khalil Khanafer
My recent research project is focusing on finite element analysis of thermo-mechanical behavior of a multi-layer laser additive manufacturing process. Also, I am characterizing the mechanical properties of 3D printing metal parts under various process parameters such...