Prof. Idit Avrahami | Fuel Cells | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Idit Avrahami | Fuel Cells | Best Researcher Award

Vice Dean at Fuel Cells Ariel University, Israel

👨‍🎓She remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 She successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Idit Avrahami completed her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Tel Aviv University in 2003, focusing on “The Effect of Structure on Hemodynamics of Artificial Blood Pumps,” advised by Prof. Shmuel Einav and Prof. Moshe Rosenfeld. Prior to that, she earned an M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering (Cum Laude) from Tel Aviv University in 1998, with a thesis on “Flow across Models of Mechanical Heart Valves,” under the supervision of the same advisors. Prof. Avrahami obtained her B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (Cum Laude) from Technion- Israel Institute of Technology in 1993.

Professional:

Prof. Idit Avrahami has been serving in various academic administration roles at Ariel University. Since 2018, she has been the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering. Additionally, since 2022, she has served as the Department’s Final Project Coordinator. Since 2018, she has been a member of the Faculty Academic Committee. Prof. Avrahami has also been the Head of the Research Program in Top-Ariel for excellent students since 2018 and has served as the Head of the Mentoring Program for first-year students since 2017. From 2019 to 2022, she was a member of the Ariel Committee for the Advancement of Technology-Supported Teaching.

Post Doctoral Studies:

After completing her Ph.D., Prof. Idit Avrahami pursued post-doctoral studies at the California Institute of Technology from 2004 to 2006, focusing on Biomedical Engineering under the supervision of Prof. Morteza Gharib. Additionally, in 2004, she conducted post-doctoral studies at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology in Biomedical Engineering under the guidance of Prof. Amir Landesberg.

Publications:

  1. Influence of microcalcifications on vulnerable plaque mechanics using FSI modeling
    • Authors: D Bluestein, Y Alemu, I Avrahami, M Gharib, K Dumont, JJ Ricotta
    • Journal: Journal of biomechanics
    • Year: 2008
    • Citations: 215
  2. Vascular flow assessment
    • Authors: I Lavi, R Kornowski, I Avrahami, N Benishti, G Lavi
    • Patent: US Patent 9,858,387
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 105
  3. Vortical Flow Structures in Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs)
    • Authors: ED., A Kheradvar, G Pedrizzetti
    • Book: Vortex formation in the Heart
    • Year: 2012
    • Citations: 104
  4. Calculating a fractional flow reserve
    • Authors: I Lavi, R Kornowski, I Avrahami, N Benishti, G Lavi
    • Patent: US Patent 10,595,807
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 87
  5. Computational studies of resonance wave pumping in compliant tubes
    • Authors: I Avrahami, M Gharib
    • Journal: Journal of Fluid Mechanics
    • Year: 2008
    • Citations: 82
  6. DPIV prediction of flow induced platelet activation—comparison to numerical predictions
    • Authors: S Raz, S Einav, Y Alemu, D Bluestein
    • Journal: Annals of biomedical engineering
    • Year: 2007
    • Citations: 64
  7. Creating a vascular tree model
    • Authors: N Benishti, I Lavi, R Kornowski, I Avrahami, G Lavi
    • Patent: US Patent 9,814,433
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 60
  8. Numerical model of flow in a sac‐type ventricular assist device
    • Authors: I Avrahami, M Rosenfeld, S Raz, S Einav
    • Journal: Artificial organs
    • Year: 2006
    • Citations: 50
  9. Unsteady effects on the flow across tilting disk valves
    • Authors: M Rosenfeld, I Avrahami, S Einav
    • Journal: J. Biomech. Eng.
    • Year: 2002
    • Citations: 44
  10. Resonant pumping in a multilayer impedance pump
    • Authors: L Loumes, I Avrahami, M Gharib
    • Journal: Physics of Fluids
    • Year: 2008
    • Citations: 39