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• Numerical Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Finite Element Method
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Dirk Praetorius is a Professor of Numerics of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) at the Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) , affiliated with the Institute for Analysis and Scientific Computing (ASC) within the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation . He leads the research group on Numerics of PDEs and has held various leadership roles, including Institute Director (since 2020) and head of the Numerics research area. His work focuses on numerical methods for PDEs, including Finite Element Methods (FEM), Boundary Element Methods (BEM), adaptive algorithms, and computational micromagnetics. Education and Career: Praetorius earned his Diplom in Mathematics (2000) and PhD in Applied Mathematics (2003) from TU Wien, followed by a Habilitation in Numerical Analysis (2005). He has been a faculty member at TU Wien since 2005, progressing from Assistant Professor to full Professor in 2017. He has also held visiting positions at institutions such as the University of Jyväskylä and RICAM (Linz). Research Interests: His research spans numerical analysis, adaptive FEM/BEM, a-posteriori error estimation, matrix compression, and computational micromagnetics. He has contributed to modeling spin dynamics, magnetic skyrmions, and multiscale systems. His work emphasizes efficient algorithms for large-scale problems and optimal computational complexity. Awards and Editorial Roles: Praetorius received the TU Best Teacher Award (2021) and TU Best Lecture Award (2019). He serves as Senior Editor for Computational Methods in Applied Mathematics (CMAM) and on the editorial board of Applied Numerical Mathematics (APNUM) . He co-founded the outreach initiative TUForMath to promote mathematics education. Grants and Projects: He leads or co-leads several research projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), including the collaborative SFB "Taming Complexity in Partial Differential Systems" (2017–2025) and international collaborations with Germany. His work addresses topics like functional error estimates, nonlinear PDEs, and computational design of magnetic devices. Labs and Teams: He contributes to the ASC Institute and coordinates interdisciplinary projects involving computational physics and engineering. His team develops software tools like MooAFEM and Commics for micromagnetic simulations.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Robotics
• Optimal Control
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Philipp Eichmeir is a Researcher at the Research Center Wels within the Upper Austria University of Applied Sciences . His work focuses on optimal control , multibody dynamics , and adjoint methods applied to robotics and automotive systems. Expertise in adjoint gradient computation for extremal value optimization Active in automotive/mobility and smart production domains Philipp's research spans computational mathematics , robotics , and mechanical engineering , utilizing advanced numerical methods and simulation modeling for complex dynamic systems. His recent publications focus on multibody dynamics , adjoint optimization , and inequality constraint handling in control systems. Collaborative projects include IOMMS (Innovative Optimization Methods for Multibody Systems) and JR-Centre for Thermal NDE of Composites . Scientific Awards Best Paper Award (2020) Automatisierte Körperschallauswertung (2015)

Gheorghe PaunView profile

Researcher

• Automata and Language Theory
• Natural Computing
• DNA Computing
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Gheorghe Paun is a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Mathematics of the Romanian Academy (1994–present) and a Visiting Researcher at the University of Sevilla (2009–present). He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Bucharest (1977), supervised by Solomon Marcus. His research spans Automata and Language Theory (descriptional complexity, regulated rewriting), Natural Computing (DNA computing, membrane computing), and he is the initiator of membrane computing . Education : M.Sc. in Mathematics (1974), University of Bucharest (specialization: computer science) Ph.D. in Mathematics (1977), University of Bucharest His work includes foundational contributions to DNA computing (book DNA Computing. New Computing Paradigms , 1998) and membrane computing (book Membrane Computing. An Introduction , 2002). He has collaborated with over 100 researchers globally and advised multiple Ph.D. students, including Victor Mitrana and Gianina Georgescu. His scientific awards include the Gheorghe Lazar award (1981), Corresponding Member of the Romanian Academy (1997), Doctor Honoris Causa from Silesian University of Opava (2007), and recognition as an ISI Highly Cited Scientist (2007). He also holds honorary citizenships in Curtea de Arges (1998), Arges County (2007), and Cicanesti village (2009). Paun has served on editorial boards for journals like Theoretical Computer Science. Natural Computing Series and Natural Computing , and organized major workshops in membrane computing. His academic contributions include over 150 publications and editorial roles in 20+ journals.

• Structural Control and Health Monitoring
• Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materials
• Structural Mechanics
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Hans Irschik is a Full Professor and Head of the Institute of Technical Mechanics at Johannes Kepler University of Linz, Austria. He has held key academic roles, including Vice-Rector for Research (1995-2001) and Chair of the Senate (2009-2013) at JKU, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Acta Mechanica . His work bridges structural mechanics, mechatronics, and control systems. Education: Studied Civil Engineering at Vienna University of Technology, earned Doctor of Technical Sciences (1981) and Habilitation in Mechanics (1986). Research interests include structural control, continuum mechanics, and smart materials. His contributions span theoretical developments and applied control strategies for aging structures. Recent articles focus on Lagrangian formulations, piezoelectric sensors, and beam theories, reflecting his expertise in mechanics and structural health monitoring. Scientific Awards & Memberships: Full Member, Austrian Academy of Sciences (since 2011) Honorary Doctorate, St. Petersburg Polytechnical University (2009) President, European Association of Structural Control and Health Monitoring (2008-2012) Fellow, Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (2006) City of Vienna Award (1988) Kardinal Innitzer-Award (1988) Grants & Projects: Led Austrian Science Fund (FWF) research since 1993. Key researcher in the K2-Austrian Center of Competence in Mechatronics (since 2001). Participated in EUROMECH committees and European Science Foundation programs.

Celso GrebogiView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear and complex dynamical systems
• Chaos theory
• Fractal geometry
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Professor Celso Grebogi, Sixth Century Chair in Nonlinear & Complex Systems at the University of Aberdeen, is a globally recognized leader in nonlinear dynamics , chaos theory , and systems biology . He founded the Institute for Complex Systems and Mathematical Biology and co-founded the Aberdeen-Lanzhou-Tempe Research Centre. His career spans institutions including University of Maryland, University of São Paulo, and Max-Planck-Society (External Scientific Member since 1998).

Miklós KorenView profile

Professor

• International Trade
• Economic Development
• Productivity Analysis
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Miklós Koren is a Professor of Economics at Central European University and Senior Research Fellow at the HUN-REN Centre for Economic and Regional Studies. His work bridges international trade , economic development , and managerial economics , focusing on trade policy, productivity spillovers, and the role of managers in development. Ph.D., Harvard University (2005) M.A., Central European University (2000) M.Sc., Budapest University of Economics (1999) His research explores trade facilitation , managerial impact on firm performance , and technological diversification . Recent work includes studies on expatriate managers, pandemic-related business disruptions, and the legacy of communist-era management practices. Key trends in his publications (2020–2024) emphasize managerial mobility and firm productivity (2024) machine learning vs. gravity models (2024) trade volatility and development (2023) data transparency standards (2022) Scientific awards include ERC Starting Grant (2012) Nicholas Káldor Prize (2014) Young Economist Award (2002, 2004) As Data Editor for Review of Economic Studies and Associate Editor for Journal of International Economics , he shapes methodological rigor in empirical research. His 2013 paper on technological diversification remains foundational for understanding volatility in developing economies.

Eitan TadmorView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear Conservation Laws
• Spectral Methods
• Kinetic Theory
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Eitan Tadmor is a Distinguished University Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Institute for Physical Science & Technology at the University of Maryland. He holds the 2024 Chaire d'excellence at Sorbonne University's Fondation Sciences Mathématiques de Paris, and has served as Director of multiple research centers including the Center for Scientific Computation and Mathematical Modeling (2002-2016) and The Sackler Institute of Scientific Computation (1993-1996). Current: University of Maryland (2005-present) Previous: UCLA (1995-2002), Tel-Aviv University (1989-1995), CalTech (1980-1982) His research spans nonlinear conservation laws , entropy-stable schemes , collective dynamics , spectral methods , and multiscale modeling . He pioneered the spectral viscosity method and developed stability criteria for numerical schemes. Recent publications focus on swarm-based optimization , Euler-Poisson equations , and hydrodynamic alignment with over 15000 citations. His work on kinetic formulations and regularizing effects in PDEs has become foundational in computational mathematics. 2022 Norbert Wiener Prize (AMS-SIAM) 2022 Gibbs Lecturer (AMS) 2015 Peter Henrici Prize (SIAM-ETH) 2013-2021 Fellow of AMS/SIAM NSF grants (1999, 2008-2012, 2012-2020) He developed CentPack software for hyperbolic conservation laws and co-authored influential review papers on numerical methods and mathematical modeling. His collaborative work with institutions like IPAM, KI-Net, and ETH-ITS demonstrates international scientific leadership.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
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Johanna Pirker serves as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Human-Centred Computing, Graz University of Technology, where she holds teaching authorization in Applied Computer Science. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in interactive technologies, maintaining active consultation hours for students every Monday morning. Her research centers on human-centered computing with emphases on virtual/augmented reality systems, serious game design, and AI-driven interactive experiences. She investigates player behavior, user experience optimization, and therapeutic/educational applications of immersive technologies across diverse contexts including rehabilitation, engineering education, and social platforms. Recent 2025 publications reveal strong trends in AI integration for gaming ecosystems (toxicity detection, dialogue systems), VR-based educational tools across disciplines, and cross-cultural analyses of gaming communities. Her work consistently combines experimental user studies with novel system development to address real-world challenges. While specific grant details and student advising records aren't documented in source materials, her extensive publication output across venues like FDG and iLRN indicates active leadership in interdisciplinary collaborations focused on advancing immersive technologies for societal benefit.

Ljubisa StankovicView profile

Professor

• Signal Processing
• Time-Frequency Analysis
• Radar Signal Processing
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Ljubisa Stankovic is a Full Professor at the University of Montenegro with extensive academic and political experience. He has served as Rector of the University of Montenegro (2003-2008), Member of the National Academy of Sciences and Arts (CANU) since 1996, and Ambassador of Montenegro to the United Kingdom since 2010. As an IEEE Fellow (2012), he has made significant contributions to signal processing research. His research focuses on Signal Processing , particularly Time-Frequency Analysis , Data Processing in Joint Time and Frequency Domain , Analysis of Non-Stationary Signals , and Radar Signal Processing . With about 300 technical papers published (83 in leading international journals, mainly IEEE editions) and several textbooks in Signal Processing, his work has substantially influenced the field. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on advanced time-frequency methods applied to radar systems, non-stationary signal analysis, and emerging applications in machine learning and quantum processing. His research shows evolution from theoretical foundations toward practical implementations in communications, radar, and biomedical applications. His notable scientific achievements include: Member of the National Academy of Sciences and Arts (1996) Highest State award of Montenegro '13. jul' (1997) Fellow of the IEEE (2012) Fulbright fellowship (1984-1985) Alexander von Humboldt fellowship (1997) Volkswagen award grant (2001) Scientific Achievement Award by Montenegrin Academy of Science and Art (1991) Stankovic has held significant editorial positions including Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Image Processing, IEEE Signal Processing Letters, and IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing since 2003. He was also a member of the IEEE Signal Processing Society's Technical Committee on Theory and Methods (2002-2008). His research group received a Volkswagen Foundation research grant (2001-2003), demonstrating his ability to secure competitive funding. Beyond academia, he has held prominent political positions including Vice-president of Montenegro (1989-1991) and Member of Yugoslav Parliament (1992-1996).

Endre SüliView profile

Professor

• Numerical Analysis of Partial Differential Equations
• Finite Element Methods
• Computational Modeling of Fracture
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Endre Süli is Professor of Numerical Analysis at the University of Oxford, where he has maintained a distinguished academic career since 1985. He currently serves as Fellow and Tutor in Mathematics at Worcester College and Supernumerary Fellow at Linacre College. His progression at Oxford includes University Lecturer in Numerical Analysis (1985-1996), Reader in Numerical Analysis (1996-1999), and Professor of Numerical Analysis (1999-present). Süli completed his B.Sc. in Mathematics at the University of Belgrade (1974-1978), followed by an M.Sc. in Mathematics (1978-1980). As a British Council Visiting Student, he studied at Reading University and Oxford University in 1983/84, earned his Ph.D. from the University of Belgrade in 1985, and received his M.A. from Oxford University in the same year. Professor Süli's research centers on numerical analysis of nonlinear partial differential equations with applications across multiple scientific domains. His work spans free-discontinuity problems and computational modeling of fracture; finite element methods; Navier-Stokes-Fokker-Planck systems; adaptive algorithms with a-posteriori error control; implicitly constituted material models; and discontinuous finite element methods. His research bridges theoretical mathematics with practical computational approaches for complex physical phenomena. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate Süli's continued leadership in numerical analysis, with focus areas including fractional calculus, stochastic PDEs, and advanced finite element techniques. His work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between mathematical analysis, fluid dynamics, and materials science, addressing challenging problems in polymeric fluids, porous media, and capillary flow modeling. Professor Süli's distinguished career has been recognized with numerous prestigious honors: Invited Speaker at the International Congress of Mathematicians, Madrid (2006) Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (2007) Foreign Member of the Serbian National Academy of Sciences and Arts (2009) Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences (2010) IMA Service Award (2011) SIAM Fellow (2016) Member of the Academia Europaea (2020) London Mathematical Society Naylor Prize and Lectureship (2021) Fellow of the Royal Society (2021) As an educator, Süli has received the Oxford University Teaching Excellence Award (2009) and the Mathematical Institute Teaching Award (2013). He has supervised numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers throughout his career, though specific names aren't documented in the available materials. His research has been supported by various grants enabling work on computational methods for partial differential equations. Süli maintains active service to the mathematical community through editorial boards and professional organizations. Professor Süli is affiliated with the Numerical Analysis research group and the Oxford Centre for Nonlinear PDE at the Mathematical Institute. These research centers provide a collaborative environment for theoretical and applied work on partial differential equations. His research often involves interdisciplinary collaborations with physicists, engineers, and computational scientists to develop and analyze numerical methods for complex physical phenomena.

• Computational Systems Biology
• Multi-omics Data Analysis
• Single-cell Sequencing
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Nikolaus (Nik) Fortelny is a Group Leader in Computational Biology at the University of Salzburg, Austria, where he leads the Computational Systems Biology research group within the Department of Biological Sciences & Medical Biology. His research focuses on understanding biological systems at the molecular level through advanced computational approaches. Dr. Fortelny's research interests include: Computational Systems Biology Multi-omics data integration and analysis Single-cell and spatial biology Machine learning applications in biology Network science approaches to biological regulation Immune system modeling His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on applying computational approaches to understand complex biological systems, particularly in immunology and cellular regulation. His work often involves collaboration with experimental biologists to generate and analyze large-scale datasets from multi-omics experiments collected at single-cell or spatial resolution. Dr. Fortelny is actively involved in research recruitment and is currently hiring for professor positions in Medical Systems Biology and Animal Physiology at the University of Salzburg, with an application deadline of April 19th, 2025. His group regularly seeks students, PhD candidates, postdocs, and staff scientists to join their team.

Annemie BogaertsView profile

Professor

• Plasma Technology
• Gas Discharge Plasmas
• Plasma-Surface Interactions
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Annemie Bogaerts is a Full Professor at the University of Antwerp since 2014 and head of the PLASMANT research group , which she established independently after her supervisor's retirement. The group now has 37 members including 2 professors, 15 postdocs, 18 PhD students, and 2 technical coworkers. Academic Career: Lecturer (2004-2007), Senior Lecturer (2008-2011), Francqui Distinguished Research Professor (2013-2016), Full Professor (2012-now) Current Leadership Roles: Chair of Department of Chemistry, Head of PLASMANT group Research Focus : Computer modeling of plasmas, plasma-surface interactions, plasma catalysis for CO 2 conversion into value-added chemicals. Her work combines experimental and computational approaches to develop sustainable plasma-based chemical processes. Scientific Achievements : Over 400 peer-reviewed publications (H-index 52 in Web of Science, 64 in Google Scholar) 11,000+ citations (16,000+ in Google Scholar) 20+ major scientific awards including: Winter Plasma Award 2009 for laser ablation modeling Lester W. Strock Award 2008 for plasma/surface modeling Academia Europaea member since 2011 Koninklijke Vlaamse Academie member since 2012 Academic Service : Editor of Spectrochimica Acta Part B , guest editor for 10 special issues including 'Plasma & Cancer', Chair of International Symposium on Plasma Chemistry (2015), and active in university governance through multiple commissions.

Lloyd Nicholas TrefethenView profile

Professor

• Numerical analysis
• Applied mathematics
• Approximation theory
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Lloyd Nicholas Trefethen is Professor of Numerical Analysis and Fellow of Balliol College at the University of Oxford, a position he has held since 1997. He also has concurrent appointments as Global Distinguished Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at New York University (2013–2019) and has served as Von Neumann Professor at TU Munich and Matheon Professor at TU Berlin in 2010. Education: PhD (Computer Science/Numerical Analysis), Stanford University, 1982 MS (Computer Science/Numerical Analysis), Stanford University, 1980 AB summa cum laude (Applied Mathematics), Harvard College, 1977 Research Interests: Trefethen’s work centers on numerical mathematics, with particular emphasis on spectral methods , numerical linear algebra , approximation theory , numerical conformal mapping , quadrature , and pseudospectra . His research often bridges rigorous mathematical theory and practical algorithms, most notably through the widely used Chebfun software system. Recent publications illustrate a trend toward developing fast, high-accuracy algorithms for solving classical problems such as the Laplace and Helmholtz equations, rational approximation via the AAA algorithm, and stability analysis in fluid mechanics without traditional eigenvalue techniques. Scientific Awards: Pólya Prize for Mathematical Exposition (SIAM, 2017) Naylor Prize (London Mathematical Society, 2013) Gold Medal (Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, 2011) Fellow of the Royal Society (2005) Member of the US National Academy of Engineering (2007) ERC Advanced Grant (2012–2017) Honorary doctorates from Stellenbosch University and University of Fribourg (2019) Advising & Grants: Trefethen has supervised 24 PhD/DPhil students at MIT, Cornell, and Oxford; twelve have launched academic careers. He has held major grants including an ERC Advanced Grant on “Computing with functions instead of numbers” (€2.4 M, 2012–2017) and EPSRC funding for the Chebfun System (2006–2010). Labs & Teams: He leads the Chebfun Team at Oxford, an interdisciplinary group developing open-source software for numerical computing with functions. The team collaborates globally with researchers in mathematics, computer science, and engineering.

• Biomechanics
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Digital Health
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Brian Horsak is a Professor and Head of the Center for Digital Health and Social Innovation at Fachhochschule Steyr. He holds an endowed professorship in Applied Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Research, focusing on integrating advanced technologies like VR/AR, machine learning, and wearable devices into clinical gait analysis and motor rehabilitation. His roles include leading the Institute of Health Sciences and contributing to the Department of Health Sciences and Media and Digital Technologies. Education: Dr. rer. nat. (2012, University of Vienna), Habilitation in Kinesiology (2020, University of Vienna), Master's in Sports Science (2002–2008, University of Vienna). Research interests revolve around improving patient care through biomechanical innovations, including musculoskeletal simulations, gait pattern analysis, and rehabilitation technologies. He leads projects like ReMoCap-Lab (motion capture for motor rehabilitation) and chairs the Applied Biomechanics in Rehabilitation Research initiative. Key achievements include the Lower Austria Innovation Prize (2021), multiple best paper awards, and grants for projects like TRUST AI and VReeze. His work bridges clinical practice with digital health solutions, emphasizing explainable AI (XAI) in gait classification and VR-based balance training. Notable contributions include developing the GaitRec dataset and studies on smartphone-based motion capture reliability. He collaborates internationally, publishing widely in Gait & Posture , Scientific Reports , and IEEE journals. Current projects focus on AI-driven gait analysis, musculoskeletal modeling, and XR applications in healthcare.

• Multimedia Systems
• Computer Science
• Data Management
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Wolfgang Klas is a Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science, leading the Research Group Multimedia Information Systems. His research focuses on multimedia systems, data management, and information retrieval, with significant contributions to multimedia content analysis and database systems. He has been actively involved in multiple research projects, including TP2 PRECIOUS (2013-2016), SciLink (2011-2014), and OptFI (2010-2013). His work intersects with emerging technologies like blockchain, as seen in his public engagements and talks on topics such as 'From Blockchain to Web' and IT4S Forum presentations. His research interests span multimedia systems, database design, and the application of declarative programming for security and data integrity. Recent projects emphasize fake review detection and sentiment analysis using advanced algorithms and neural models. He has collaborated internationally, contributing to workshops like SMAP 2020 and publishing in journals like Algorithms and Applied Sciences . Grants/Projects: TP2 PRECIOUS (2013-2016), SciLink (2011-2014), OptFI (2010-2013) Activities: Speaker at IT4S Forum (2024), Blockchain-related talks (2020–present) Labs/Teams: Research Group Multimedia Information Systems