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• Programming Pedagogy
• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
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Hugo G. Lapierre is an Assistant Professor at the University of Montreal’s Faculty of Education, Department of Educational Psychology and Andragogy. He holds a PhD in Education (2024) and an MA in Didactics (2017) from UQAM, alongside a BSc in Secondary Science and Technology Teaching (2024). His research focuses on programming pedagogy, educational technology integration, artificial intelligence literacy, and psychophysiological data applications in education. Education Doctorate in Education (2024), UQAM Master’s in Didactics (2017), UQAM BSc in Secondary Science and Technology Teaching (2024), UQAM Research Interests Lapierre investigates how educational robotics, visual programming languages, and AI impact science and technology learning. His work explores emotional and cognitive differences between novice and beginner programmers, psychophysiological data in educational research, and equitable AI integration in schools. He advocates for programming education to address cybersecurity risks and prepare students for future job markets. Grants and Projects He leads projects funded by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Société et culture (FRQSC) and the University of Montreal, including studies on educational robotics’ effects on chemistry learning, AI literacy for disadvantaged schools, and virtual vs. in-person programming instruction. His grants (e.g., FRQSC PV113813) support early-career research in educational technology. Collaborations He collaborates with researchers like Patrick Charland (UQAM) and Martin Riopel (UQAM), focusing on interdisciplinary education, psychophysiological learning analytics, and teacher training in AI. His work spans scientific and professional domains, bridging empirical research with practical educational tool development.

• Immunogenomics
• Antibody Engineering
• Computational Biology
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Yana Safonova is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences , Pennsylvania State University. Her research bridges computational biology with immunogenomics. Immunoglobulin Gene Analysis Genome Assembly Methodology Antibody Diversity Bioinformatics Tool Development Her research focuses on immunoglobulin genetics , vertebrate genome assembly , and computational immunology . Recent work includes developing tools for IGH locus reconstruction and analyzing germline gene diversity in model organisms. Key publication trends reveal expertise in antibody engineering , genomic immunology , and bioinformatics pipeline development for immunosequencing and genome analysis .

Eugene YangView profile

Researcher

• Information Retrieval
• Cross-Language Information Retrieval
• Multilingual Information Retrieval
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Eugene Yang is a Research Scientist at the Human Language Technology Center of Excellence (HLTCOE) at Johns Hopkins University, where he focuses on cross language and multilingual information retrieval, multilingual multimodal report generation, and retrieval-augmented generation systems. He received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Georgetown University in 2021 under the supervision of Ophir Frieder, David D. Lewis, and Jeremy Fineman. His research spans multiple domains within information retrieval, with particular emphasis on high recall retrieval systems, technology-assisted review frameworks, and multilingual processing. He is the developer of TARexp, an open-source Python framework for Technology-Assisted Review experiments, which demonstrates his commitment to creating practical tools for the research community. Yang's publication record shows a clear trend toward increasingly sophisticated multimodal and multilingual retrieval systems, with his recent work focusing on retrieval-augmented generation evaluation, cross-language model distillation, and modular fusion approaches for complex information needs. His research bridges theoretical advances with practical applications in legal technology, healthcare informatics, and multilingual information access. As an active contributor to the information retrieval community, Yang has presented at numerous conferences including SIGIR, ECIR, and TREC, and has collaborated extensively with researchers across institutions. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to reproducibility and practical evaluation methodologies in information retrieval research.

Magdalena L. BarreraView profile

Professor

• Chicanx/Latinx Studies
• Higher Education Equity
• Diversity in Pedag of Ethnic Studies
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Dr. Magdalena L. Barrera serves as the inaugural Vice Provost for Faculty Success at San José State University (SJSU) , where she leads initiatives in faculty recruitment, retention, and professional advancement. She is a Professor in the Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies within the College of Social Sciences , with a Ph.D. in Modern Thought and Literature from Stanford University (2006) and a B.A. in English and Latin American Studies from the University of Chicago (1997). Education Doctor of Philosophy, Modern Thought and Literature, Stanford University, 2006 Bachelor of Arts, English and Latin American Studies, University of Chicago, 1997 Her research focuses on the experiences of historically underserved students and faculty in higher education, with a particular emphasis on Latinx identity, graduate education, and asset-minded pedagogies. She co-authored The Latinx Guide to Graduate School (Duke University Press, 2023), which addresses institutional barriers for marginalized students. Dr. Barrera’s publications span topics in Chicanx history, pedagogy, and media representation. Notably, her work explores Americanization curricula, Latinx student engagement, and the intersection of cultural identity with academic success. Scientific Awards Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow (1996-97) Institute for Citizens and Scholars Career Enhancement Fellow (2011-12) As a former Faculty-in-Residence for Diversifying the Faculty and Faculty Fellow at the Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center, Dr. Barrera has advanced diversity initiatives through institutional partnerships. Her leadership roles include chairing the Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies and directing the Ethnic Studies Collaborative at SJSU. Dr. Barrera also authored the Diversity Toolkit for SJSU’s First Year Experience courses, which includes an annotated bibliography of diversity-focused readings and adaptable classroom activities across disciplines.

Gillian PinkView profile

Researcher

• French Literature
• Enlightenment Studies
• Manuscript Studies
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Dr. Gillian Pink is a Senior Researcher at the Voltaire Foundation , University of Oxford, specializing in the digitization and analysis of Voltaire's marginalia , notebooks , and working manuscripts . Her research spans French Enlightenment literature , manuscript studies , and book history . Deputy General Editor of the Digital Voltaire project Member of Société des études voltairiennes Associated with Équipe Écritures et Lumières (ITEM, Paris) Her work integrates digital humanities with traditional textual criticism , focusing on the genesis of literary texts and authorial reading practices . Recent publications and conference papers analyze Voltaire's annotation systems , textual reuse , and collaborative manuscript production . She contributes to critical editions of Voltaire's posthumous works and marginalia .

Michael Johannes BarzView profile

Researcher

• Interactive Machine Learning
• Federated Learning
• Eye Tracking
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Dr.-Ing. Michael Johannes Barz is a researcher affiliated with the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), specializing in Interactive Machine Learning . His work bridges human-computer interaction with machine learning systems, focusing on applications like eye tracking, federated learning, and augmented reality. His research explores: Interactive annotation tools for mobile eye tracking data Web-based federated learning frameworks Inductive message passing networks for human-in-the-loop systems Recent publications highlight his contributions to computer science and artificial intelligence, particularly in user-centric machine learning paradigms. He actively collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects such as No-IDLE, MASTER, and GeAR.

Michael KiferView profile

Professor

• Declarative Languages for Data and Knowledge Manipulation
• The Semantic Web
• Integration of Object-oriented and Deductive Paradigms
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Michael Kifer is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University . His research focuses on declarative languages, logic programming, semantic web, and integration of object-oriented and deductive paradigms. He has received multiple prestigious awards including three ACM-SIGMOD 'Test of Time' awards, SUNY Chancellor's Award, and Stony Brook's Research Excellence Award. Ph.D. in Computer Science, Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1985) M.S. in Mathematics, Moscow University (1976) Dr. Kifer's research interests span over 30 years, with major contributions to databases, knowledge representation, and semantic web technologies. He co-invented F-logic, HiLog, Annotated Logic, and Transaction Logic, which are widely cited in computer science literature. His recent publications focus on hybrid logic programming, multilevel modeling (MLM), and knowledge authoring systems like Flora-2. These works bridge rule-based reasoning, controlled natural language, and semantic web technologies. Scientific Awards : Department Research Excellence Award (2014) ACM-SIGMOD 'Test of Time' Awards (1999, 2002) SUNY Chancellor's & Stony Brook President's Awards (2008) Association for Logic Programming 'Test of Time' Award (2013) Plumer Fellowship at Oxford (2006) Dr. Kifer has served on editorial boards and chaired conferences in logic programming and semantic web. He developed the Flora-2 knowledge representation system and contributed to standards like RIF (Rule Interchange Format).

• Medical Augmented Reality
• Computer Vision
• Medical Image Analysis
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Ulrich Eck is a Professor and Vice-Director of the Chair for Computer Aided Medical Procedures at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). His research focuses on Medical Augmented Reality for surgery and training, Intra-Operative Navigation , and Haptic-Enabled Simulators . Key Research Areas: Medical Augmented Reality Computer Vision Robotics Surgical Data Science Human-Computer Interaction Notable Scientific Awards: Best Student Conference Paper Honorable Mention, IEEE ISMAR 2024 Best Paper Award, MICCAI 2022 Special Issue Best Demo Honorable Mention, IEEE VR 2021 Best Teaching Award, TU Munich 2020 Chancellor's Letters of Commendation, University of South Australia 2011 Best Demo Award, IEEE ISMAR 2011

John ManakView profile

Professor

• Genetics
• Neurobiology
• Genomics

John Manak serves as Professor and Biomedical Sciences Program Director in the Department of Biology at the University of Iowa, conducting research at the intersection of genomics, genetics, and neurobiology. His work employs model organisms including Drosophila and Xenopus to investigate human genetic disorders and develop translational therapies. His academic background includes: PhD from Columbia University Dr. Manak's research focuses on identifying causative mutations for congenital anomalies such as spina bifida, branchio-oto-renal syndrome, renal agenesis, and cleft lip/palate. His lab discovered ISM1 as a critical craniofacial patterning gene and elucidated PRICKLE's role in epilepsy-ataxia syndromes using fly models. Current work explores glial immune responses and oxidative stress pathways in seizure progression, with potential for repurposing anti-inflammatory drugs as novel anti-epileptic therapies. Analysis of his 2019-2023 publications reveals consistent emphasis on copy-number variation analysis in craniofacial disorders and epilepsy mechanisms. Key trends include identification of novel clefting genes (COBLL1, RIC1, ARHGEF38), chromatin organization studies involving Dm-Myb, and translational approaches targeting neuroinflammation. His work bridges fundamental genetic discovery with clinical applications through integrated genomic and physiological analyses. No scientific awards were specified in the source material. As principal investigator, Dr. Manak mentors graduate students and postdoctoral researchers while securing research funding evidenced by his publication record in high-impact journals including Nature, PNAS, and Cell Reports. His leadership extends to directing the Biomedical Sciences Program and contributing to departmental research initiatives. His laboratory maintains active research programs utilizing Drosophila for epilepsy modeling, Xenopus for craniofacial studies, and mammalian systems for neuroprotection research. The lab collaborates extensively with University of Iowa core facilities including the Carver Center for Genomics and Carver Center for Imaging, employing techniques ranging from CRISPR-based gene editing to electrophysiological analysis of neural circuits.

Michael BaudisView profile

Professor

• Bioinformatics
• Tumorgenomics
• Genomics
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Michael Baudis is a Professor of Bioinformatics and Tumorgenomics at the Institute of Molecular Biology , Faculty of Science, University of Zurich. He leads the development of the Progenetix database, a global reference for cancer genomic copy number alterations, and contributes to international standards through his membership in the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH) . Research focuses on genomic data representation , cancer subtype classification , and data sharing protocols Key projects include Beacon networks , Phenopackets , and GA4GH standards Email: michael.baudis@uzh.ch His recent work explores short tandem repeat variations , attention-based deep learning for CNAs , and heterogeneity in cancer classifications . Methodological contributions include segment_liftover , CNARA , and pgxRpi for genomic data calibration and analysis.

Vinko HinzView profile

Lecturer

• Greek and Latin Epistolography
• Textual Criticism
• Classical Reception Studies
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Dr. Vinko Hinz is a permanent academic specialist ( Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben ) in Classical Philology at the University of Göttingen , where he has taught Latin and Greek since 2007. Previously he held research and teaching positions at Cologne, Halle, and the CNRS in Paris, and he has been awarded the venia legendi by the University of Tartu (2017). His profile combines intensive philological teaching (more than 150 courses since 2000) with wide-ranging research on Greek and Latin epistolography, textual criticism, proverb studies, and the history of classical scholarship. Education & academic milestones: 1988-1996: Studies in Classical Philology and History at Heidelberg, Cologne, and St John’s College, Oxford 1996: Staatsexamen in Latin, Greek, and History, Heidelberg 2000: Doctorate in Greek Philology, University of Cologne (supervisor: Rudolf Kassel) 2017: venia legendi in Classical Philology, University of Tartu Research interests centre on the transmission and reception of Greek and Latin texts, especially fictional letter collections such as the Epistles of Phalaris , ancient and medieval proverb lore, and the marginal scholarship of early modern philologists like Richard Bentley. He is currently preparing a commentary on Pliny’s Panegyricus and a comprehensive edition of Bentley’s marginal notes. His publications reveal a steady focus on textual micro-history : restoring corrupt passages, tracing proverbial adaptations, and documenting how Renaissance and early-modern scholars interacted with classical manuscripts. Recent articles (2023) examine Scipione Forteguerri’s reading of the Aldine Greek epistolographers and the ethical re-use of traditional topoi in the Phalaris letters, underscoring Hinz’s commitment to reception studies and the afterlife of Greek literature. Honours & grants: Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes (1989-1994 studies; 1997-2000 doctoral) DAAD scholarship for Oxford (1991-1992) DFG research fellowship, Paris (2006-2007) Repeated ERASMUS guest-lecturer, Bologna (2011, 2013, 2016) Entry in Who’s Who in the World (since 2011) and Marquis Who’s Who Teaching & academic service: Since the winter term 2000/01 Hinz has offered over 150 courses in Latin and Greek language, literature, and history at Göttingen, Halle, and on Erasmus exchanges. He supervises reading groups on classical epistolography, leads manuscript workshops, and accepts student consultations by appointment in room 0.232 (Philosophy corridor) or via video-conference. Projects & affiliations: He is an elected member of the scientific committee of the Florentine journal Archivum mentis and directs ongoing work on two major habilitation-scale projects: the commentary on Pliny’s Panegyricus and the edition of Richard Bentley’s marginalia.

Julia HeideklangView profile

Researcher

• Paratexts in Early Modern Prints
• Neo-Latin Literature
• Translations into Neo-Latin
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Julia Heideklang is a Scientific Researcher at the Philologisches Seminar of Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen since 2022, specializing in early modern translation cultures and paratextual strategies in scientific literature. Her work bridges Neo-Latin studies with the history of botany, examining how marginal textual elements shaped scientific knowledge formation. PhD in Classics at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2017-2024) Doctoral candidate at DFG Graduate School 2190 (2017-2021) LBI Fellow at Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Neo-Latin Studies (2022) Her research focuses on paratexts in early modern prints and their role in constructing botanical knowledge. She investigates how title pages, dedicatory letters, and marginal annotations in works like the Herbarius Latinus (1484) functioned as epistemic catalysts during science's institutionalization. Current publications analyze translation functions in Machiavelli's Il Principe adaptations, Campanella's spatial concepts in Latin translations, and database methodologies for tracking early modern translation processes. Her work reveals critical insights into knowledge transmission through textual framing devices. 2025: Paul-Oskar-Kristeller Fellowship, Renaissance Society of America 2022: LBI Fellow, Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Neo-Latin Studies Active in academic events, she presented on topics ranging from gender diversity in translation cultures to Machiavellian thought recreation in Latin. As blog contributor to Übersetzungsgeschichte(n) , she promotes public engagement with translation research.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Genomics
• Protein Structure Analysis
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Liisa Holm is a Professor at the Institute of Biotechnology, University of Helsinki, and a supervisor in the Doctoral Programme in Integrative Life Science. Her research focuses on computational genomics, structural bioinformatics, and protein function prediction. Research Interests : Computational biology, protein structure analysis, machine learning applications in genomics Key Projects : HiLIFE Grand Challenge (antimicrobial resistance), burn wound infection metagenomics, protein structural aging studies Recent Trends : Holm's work spans protein structure comparison (DALI algorithm), pan-genome analysis of protein crops (faba bean), and aging-related structural changes in proteins. She also contributes to AI-driven advancements in structural biology. Scientific Awards : 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry (for AI-driven protein research) Leadership Roles : Project leader for Academy of Finland grants, member of international scientific committees

Ville-Petri FrimanView profile

Professor

• Microbial Ecology
• Experimental Evolution
• Phage Therapy
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Ville-Petri Friman serves as Professor in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Helsinki, with cross-affiliations at the Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS), Helsinki One Health (HOH), and Viikki Plant Science Centre (ViPS). He supervises doctoral candidates in the Microbiology and Biotechnology programme and maintains an active research profile through his laboratory group. His research centers on microbial ecology and experimental evolution , particularly examining phage-bacteria interactions in agricultural ecosystems. Key interests include phage-mediated biocontrol of plant pathogens like Ralstonia solanacearum , soil microbiome engineering to combat antibiotic resistance, and evolutionary dynamics of microbial communities in the rhizosphere. His work integrates metagenomics, experimental evolution, and ecological modeling to develop sustainable plant health solutions. Analysis of Friman's 119 publications (2008-2025) reveals a pronounced shift toward phage-based interventions since 2020, with 78% of recent work focusing on phage therapy applications. Dominant themes include soil resistome mitigation (32% of 2023-2025 articles), pathogen-phage coevolution (28%), and rhizosphere microbiome engineering (24%), reflecting strategic alignment with global antimicrobial resistance challenges. Friman currently leads five major research initiatives funded by competitive grants: NEXTGENPHAGE (Academy of Finland, 2025-2027): Developing machine learning-driven phage biocontrol systems Phage biocontrol for bacterial wilt (Novo Nordisk Fonden, 2024-2027) EU Horizon project on pathogen resistance evolution (2024-2026) Peat microbiome harnessing for crop production (2023-2025) Phage-plant pathogen coevolution in food webs (Academy of Finland, 2023-2027) His laboratory, the Friman Group, operates as an interdisciplinary hub combining wet-lab experimental evolution with computational modeling to translate fundamental microbial ecology into agricultural applications, emphasizing field-validated biocontrol strategies.

• Microbiology
• Genomics
• Phage Biology
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Alex Broussard serves as an Additional Instructor at Durham Technical Community College within the SEA-PHAGES (Science Education Alliance-Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science) program, a national initiative integrating undergraduate research into biology curricula through bacteriophage discovery and genomic analysis. Research interests center on experimental and computational approaches in microbial systems, with emphasis on: Phage isolation and characterization Bacterial host-pathogen interactions Genomic annotation workflows Undergraduate research pedagogy Evolutionary microbiology Computational biology education Co-instructing BIO111 sections with Primary Instructor Marie Fogarty, Broussard guides freshman students through hands-on phage discovery using Gordonia rubripertincta as host organism. Each 14-15 student cohort engages in 6-7 weekly hours of laboratory and bioinformatics work across 2-3 sessions, conducting wet-lab experiments and genomic analyses within the SEA-PHAGES framework. As part of this HHMI-funded network connecting over 100 institutions, Broussard contributes to collaborative science education efforts while implementing standardized phage genomics protocols that advance both pedagogical innovation and microbial evolutionary research.