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40
Citations
7282
World Ranking
7256
National Ranking
1981

Research.com Recognitions

  • 1986 - Member of the National Academy of Engineering For outstanding research in the fatigue and fracture of steel, and for practical applications to structural design.

Overview

John W. Fisher is affiliated with Lehigh University in the United States. Their research spans multiple fields, including computer science with a prominent focus on artificial intelligence, materials chemistry, molecular biology, ocean engineering, and electrical and electronic engineering.

The scientist's work often centers on machine learning applications and algorithms, particularly in materials science. Key topics related to their research include machine learning in materials science, machine learning and algorithms, machine learning and data classification, bone metabolism and diseases, osteoarthritis treatment and mechanisms, AI-based problem solving and planning, and underwater vehicles and communication systems.

Frequent coauthors collaborating with John W. Fisher include Tonio Buonassisi, Zekun Ren, Shijing Sun, Armi Tiihonen, and Kedar Hippalgaonkar.

John W. Fisher has contributed to several recent publications. Notable papers include:

  • Benchmarking the performance of Bayesian optimization across multiple experimental materials science domains, 2021, npj Computational Materials
  • A data fusion approach to optimize compositional stability of halide perovskites, 2021, Matter
  • Knowledge-integrated machine learning for materials: lessons from gameplaying and robotics, 2023, Nature Reviews Materials
  • Benchmarking the Performance of Bayesian Optimization across Multiple Experimental Materials Science Domains, 2021, arXiv (Cornell University)
  • Lead optimization of cathepsin K inhibitors for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, 2022, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters

Publication venues where John W. Fisher frequently publishes include arXiv (Cornell University), npj Computational Materials, Matter, Nature Reviews Materials, and Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters.

In addition to journal articles, John W. Fisher has published books, including one with Oxford University Press titled "John Fisher's Court Sermons: Preaching for Lady Margaret, 1507-1509" published in 2021.

The scientist has been recognized as a member of the National Academy of Engineering since 1986 for contributions in fatigue and fracture of steel and their practical applications in structural design.

Best Publications

  • Shear Strength of Stud Connectors in Lightweight and Normal-Weight Concrete

    Jorgen G. Ollgaard;Roger G. Slutter;John W. Fisher

  • Guide to Design Criteria for Bolted and Riveted Joints

    John W. Fisher;John H. A. Struik

  • Residual stress modification by post-weld treatment and its beneficial effect on fatigue strength of welded structures

    Xiaohua Cheng;John W. Fisher;Henry J. Prask;Thomas Gnäupel-Herold;Thomas Gnäupel-Herold

  • Fatigue resistance of welded details enhanced by ultrasonic impact treatment (UIT)

    Sougata Roy;John W Fisher;Ben T Yen

  • Fatigue and Fracture in Steel Bridges: Case Studies

    John W. Fisher

  • Shear strength of stud connectors in lightweight and normal weight concrete, AISC Eng'g Jr., April 1971 (71-10)

    J. G. Ollgaard;R. G. Slutter;J. W. Fisher

  • Effect of Local Details on Ductility of Welded Moment Connections

    Changshi Mao;James Ricles;Le-Wu Lu;John Fisher

  • FATIGUE STRENGTH OF STEEL BEAMS WITH WELDED STIFFENERS AND ATTACHMENTS

    J W Fisher;P Albrecht;B T Yen;D J Klingerman

  • Fatigue Strength of Fillet Welded Cruciform Joints

    Karl H. Frank;John W. Fisher

  • FATIGUE AND FRACTURE IN STEEL BRIDGES

    J W Fisher;D R Martz

  • Load and Resistance Factor Design Criteria for Connectors

    John W. Fisher;Mayasandra K. Ravindra;Geoffrey L. Kulak;Theodore V. Galambos

  • Development of improved welded moment connections for earthquake-resistant design

    J.M. Ricles;J.W. Fisher;Le-Wu Lu;E.J. Kaufmann

  • Evaluation of Cracking in the Rib-to-Deck Welds of the Bronx–Whitestone Bridge

    John W. Fisher;John M. Barsom

  • INELASTIC CYCLIC TESTING OF WELDED UNREINFORCED MOMENT CONNECTIONS

    James M. Ricles;Changshi Mao;Le-Wu Lu;John W. Fisher

  • Full-Scale Fatigue Tests of Steel Orthotropic Decks for the Williamsburg Bridge

    Paul A. Tsakopoulos;John W. Fisher

  • Evaluation of Fatigue Tests and Design Criteria on Welded Details

    P B Keating;J W Fisher

  • Identifying Effective and Ineffective Retrofits for Distortion Fatigue Cracking in Steel Bridges Using Field Instrumentation

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  • Fatigue Strength of Shear Connectors

    Roger G Slutter;John W Fisher

  • Manual for Design, Construction, and Maintenance of Orthotropic Steel Deck Bridges

    Robert Connor;John Fisher;Walter Gatti;Vellore Gopalaratnam

  • Resistance of welded details under variable amplitude long-life fatigue loading

    John W. Fisher;Alain Nussbaumer;Peter B. Keating;Ben T. Yen

  • Steel bridge members under variable amplitude, long life fatigue loading

    J W Fisher;D R Mertz;A Zhong

  • Fatigue and Fracture

    Robert J. Dexter;John W. Fisher;Sougata Roy

Frequent Co-Authors

Richard Sause
Richard Sause Lehigh University
James M. Ricles
James M. Ricles Lehigh University

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