Alan B. Palazzolo, James J. Cain Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, USA. Professor Palazzolo has extensive industrial, research, and teaching experience in vibrations. He has taught graduate level courses in Nonlinear and Parametric Vibrations (MEEN 649) and Rotordynamics (MEEN 639). In addition, he has also held industrial positions at Bently Nevada, Southwest Research Institute, and Allis Chalmers Corporation in these areas, and has performed approximately $21M in funded research.
Dongil Shin, Lead Research Engineer at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, New York. Dongil has extensive experience in nonlinear vibration analysis of turbomachinery systems and has published multiple journal papers in this field. At GE Vernova, he specializes in tackling practical nonlinear vibration challenges in turbomachinery components, including blades, dampers, and bearings, with a focus on gas and steam turbine systems.
Jeffrey Falzarano, Professor of Ocean Engineering, Texas A&M University, USA. Professor Falzarano has extensive research, teaching, and industry/government experience. He has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in vibrations and ship dynamics (seakeeping and ship maneuvering). He has held engineering and research positions in both government and industry. He has performed research funded by the Office of Naval Research, National Science Foundation, and other government and industry entities. He is also the 2022 recipient of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Davidson Medal for excellence in ship research.