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Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)
2013
Master of Science in Mining Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)
2001
Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)
1999
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Mining Health Safety Training Scope_Central Appalachian Regional Education Research Center
Sottile, J. (PI), Agioutantis, Z. (CoI) & Schafrik, S. (CoI)
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
9/1/26 → 8/31/31
Project: Research project
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Central Appalachian Regional Education Research Center
Sanderson, W. (PI), Abel, M. (CoI), Agioutantis, Z. (CoI), Anthony, T. (CoI), Barzee, T. (CoI), Browning, S. (CoI), Gribble, P. (CoI), Heebner, N. (CoI), Hoch, J. (CoI), McMaine, J. (CoI), Messer, T. (CoI), Montross, M. (CoI), Palli, S. (CoI), Perry, J. (CoI), Peterson, M. (CoI), Sampson, S. (CoI), Schafrik, S. (CoI), Sottile, J. (CoI), Stanifer, S. (CoI), Uhl, T. (CoI) & Witt, C. (CoI)
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
9/1/26 → 8/31/31
Project: Research project
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VAM Development and Testing - Phase III
Schafrik, S. (PI)
Precision Combustion Incorporated
5/14/26 → 12/13/27
Project: Research project
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Localized Solution for the Filtration of Air
Schafrik, S. (PI)
8/1/25 → 12/31/26
Project: Research project
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Automated Sensing Module for Enhancing Miner Safety
Agioutantis, Z. (PI), Beck, M. (CoI), Schafrik, S. (CoI) & Sottile, J. (CoI)
Alpha Foundation for the Improvement of Mine Safety and Health Incorporated
12/1/24 → 11/30/26
Project: Research project
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Characterization of Full Bridge Strain Transducers for Haulage Equipment Payload Distribution Monitoring
Strydom, J. P., Schafrik, S., Agioutantis, Z., Beck, M. & Sottile, J., Apr 2026, In: Sensors. 26, 8, 2374.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Concepts for autonomous navigation of underground mine face haulage equipment using depth cameras
Sottile, J., Rose, S., Rajvanshi, A., Schafrik, S., Agioutantis, Z., Sizintsev, M. & Chiu, H. P., Jun 20 2026, In: International Journal of Coal Science and Technology. 13, 1, 15 p., 67.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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From Foundation to Future: Revisiting AI Integration in Mining Engineering Education Through Current Perspectives of Students, Educators, and Industry
Alhaj-Bedar, R., Wilson, S., Agioutantis, Z., Schafrik, S., Moradi, A. & Roghanchi, P., Jun 2026, In: Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration. 43, 3, p. 2341-2357 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Measuring the Airflow Characteristics in a Bourbon Warehouse
Schafrik, S. J., Wedding, Z. E., Long, M. W., Kelley, N. T., Agioutantis, Z. & Diddle, B. M., Jun 2026, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 18, 12, 5797.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Tracking Shuttle Car Loading Weight and Distribution
Strydom, J. P., Agioutantis, Z., Schafrik, S. & Beck, M., 2026, MINEXHANGE 2026 - 2026 SME Annual Conference and Expo. 26-061. (MINEXHANGE 2026 - 2026 SME Annual Conference and Expo).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review