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Ridha KhedriView profile

Professor

McMaster UniversityCanada

Ridha Khedri is a Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University . His research spans formal methods in software engineering, cybersecurity, information security ontology, network segmentation, and covert channels analysis. Full Professor since 2000 Contact: khedri@mcmaster.ca Research Interests : Prof. Khedri develops algebraic frameworks for software security, with recent work on network segmentation , ontology engineering , and covert channel detection . His interdisciplinary efforts include hybrid machine learning-ontology models for environmental predictions (e.g., river ice breakup) and digital twin healthcare systems . Article Trends : His 15 most recent works (2016-2025) focus on network security , knowledge representation , and formal verification . Notable trends include automated security testing , ontology modularization , and multi-context reasoning systems . Teaching : He has taught courses like Software Design (CAS 703), Discrete Mathematics (SFWRENG 2DM3), and Algebraic Methods in Software Engineering (CAS 738) since 2017.

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Robert J. WalkerView profile

Professor

University of CalgaryCanada

Professor Robert J. Walker is a faculty member at the University of Calgary's Department of Computer Science and serves as Director of the Laboratory for Software Modification Research. His work centers on software engineering, emphasizing software evolution, reuse, and practical tools for real-world development challenges. Research areas include pragmatic software reuse, structural patterns, heuristic search, recommendation systems, collaborative software development, software dependency analysis, and technical risk estimation. Teaches courses like CPSC 499.01 Software Analysis (Fall 2025/Winter 2026) and CPSC 233, focusing on static analysis techniques and structured computer science education. Provides service as former editorial board member for ACM Transactions on Software Engineering and Methodology and Advances in Software Engineering , including a stint as Acting Editor-in-Chief.

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Elisa BaniassadView profile

Teaching Professor

University of British ColumbiaCanada

Elisa Baniassad is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), within the Faculty of Science. She specializes in software engineering education and has received numerous teaching accolades including the UBC Killam Teaching Prize and CS-Can/INFO-CAN Excellence in Teaching Award. Her courses focus on software construction, engineering principles, and advanced software design. Dr. Baniassad has taught CPSC 310 (Introduction to Software Engineering), CPSC 210 (Software Construction), and CPSC 410 (Advanced Software Engineering) across multiple terms since 2000. Her research interests span educational methodologies in software engineering, aspect-oriented programming, and the design of effective learning tools. Notable contributions include studies on team dynamics in software development, automated assessment techniques, and pedagogical frameworks for large-scale programming courses. She has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles on topics ranging from mutation analysis in student tests to the efficacy of online learning environments. Awards include recognition for teaching excellence at UBC and contributions to computer science education. Her work emphasizes practical applications of software engineering principles in academic settings, with a focus on fostering student mastery through innovative assessment strategies and feedback mechanisms.

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Omar AlamView profile

Associate Professor

Trent UniversityCanada

Professor Omar Alam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Trent University. His research focuses on software engineering, particularly Model-Driven Software Engineering, Aspect-Oriented Modelling, and Mining Software Repositories. Prior to Trent, he earned his PhD at McGill University, specializing in Model-Driven Engineering. He has received notable awards such as the ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award (2019) and the Merit Award for Excellence in Research (2022). His teaching includes courses like Software Specification (COIS 3030), Software Design and Modeling (COIS 2240), and Software Architecture (COIS 3040). Key grants include the NSERC Discovery Grant (2017-2024) and past fellowships from NSERC and FRQNT. His work spans collaborative modeling, automated grading systems, and empirical studies on developer practices. Research often intersects software development methodologies, tool integration, and socio-technical aspects of computing. His recent publications explore topics like developer workplace communication, transit schedule deviations using real-time data, and three-way domain-specific model differencing. He actively contributes to journals like SoSyM and conferences such as SLE and ICSM. His teaching excellence is recognized through student awards and nominations, reflecting his commitment to pedagogy in computer science education.

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Michael WeissView profile

Associate Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Michael Weiss is an Associate Professor in the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering at Carleton University, affiliated with the Technology Innovation Management (TIM) program. He holds a Dr.rer.nat. (Mannheim) and Dipl.-Ing. (Munich). His research focuses on open source ecosystems, cybersecurity, and innovation management, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications. Weiss chairs conferences like MCETECH and PLoP, and serves on the Hillside Group board. Education: Dr.rer.nat. (Computer Science, 200?), Dipl.-Ing. (Computer Engineering, 200?) Research interests include open source governance, business process modeling, and patterns for collaborative systems. His work bridges technical and organizational aspects of innovation, emphasizing community-driven development and ethical technology use. Recent projects apply topic modeling and machine learning to analyze cybersecurity threats and domain-specific ecosystems. Publications span journals like Technology Innovation Management Review and conferences such as ACM PLoP. Notable contributions include frameworks for license compliance analysis and methodologies for managing remote software projects. Weiss also explores emerging technologies' societal impacts, including AI ethics in education. Advising focuses on graduate students in TIM and Systems Engineering programs. Collaborates with industry on open source security initiatives and contributes to standards through the Hillside Group. Active in innovation education, developing tools like the Community Design Canvas for fostering collaborative problem-solving communities.

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Robert WalkerView profile

Professor

University of CalgaryCanada

Robert Walker is a Professor and Assistant Head (Existing Graduate Students) in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary. He holds degrees from the University of British Columbia including a B.S. in Computer Science (1994), B.S. in Geophysics (1992), M.S. in Computer Science (1996), and a Ph.D. in Computer Science (2003). His research focuses on software evolution, reuse, empirical software engineering, and aspect-oriented programming. Key awards include the Italian National Scientific Habilitation (2015) and ACM Distinguished Paper Awards (2012). He teaches courses like SENG 300 (Introduction to Software Engineering) and advanced topics in software evolution. His work addresses challenges in test code reuse from open source software and unanticipated evolution patterns in software product lines.

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Christopher DutchynView profile

Associate Professor

University of SaskatchewanCanada

Christopher Dutchyn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Saskatchewan . He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of British Columbia and University of Alberta respectively, and a B.Sc. (honours) in Mathematics. His research spans programming language design and implementation , type theory , category theory , game semantics , and aspect-oriented programming . He has contributed to semantics for dynamic join points, continuation-based models, and multi-dispatch optimization in JVM. His recent publications focus on Aspect-Oriented Programming Programming Language Semantics Compiler Design Modularity in Software Category Theory Applications Multi-Dispatch Systems with citations in ACM, Elsevier, Springer, and Usenix. Scientific awards include Best Student Paper at COOTS 2001 for his work on multi-dispatch performance optimization. Dutchyn has developed open-source tools like AspectScheme and SLaTeX mode for Emacs , and maintains collaborations in programming language theory and software engineering principles.

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Celina BergView profile

Associate Professor

University of VictoriaCanada

Celina Berg is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Victoria, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. She also serves as Outreach, Recruitment, and Retention Coordinator, focusing on enhancing student engagement and diversity in computer science education. Her research interests span parallel programming, system software design, aspect-oriented programming, and educational tool development. Dr. Berg’s work emphasizes bridging gaps between theoretical concepts and practical implementation, particularly in improving accessibility to complex computer science topics for undergraduate students. She has contributed to frameworks such as Ice for binary analysis, eMOTE for online collaboration, and visualization tools like HiLPR for pattern representation. Her publications (2004–2011) explore concurrency solutions, abstraction layers, and educational innovations. Notable areas include parallel pattern languages, virtual machine architecture, and automation strategies in system design. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to teaching and infrastructure software reflect impactful academic engagement. In outreach, she coordinates initiatives like SPARCS (Supporting Sustainable and Integrated Outreach Activities) to inspire young minds in STEM fields. Her advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed in available records.

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Richard St-DenisView profile

Associate Professor

University of SherbrookeCanada

Richard St-Denis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada. His academic work focuses on theoretical and applied aspects of discrete event systems, supervisory control theory, and formal methods in software engineering. With a career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a significant contributor to the field of controller synthesis and formal specification methods. St-Denis's research interests center around discrete event systems and supervisory control theory, with particular emphasis on the development of formal methods for system specification and controller synthesis. His work bridges theoretical computer science and practical applications in industrial control systems. He has made substantial contributions to extending statecharts with process algebra operators, developing entity-based black-box specification methods (EB3), and creating automated measurement techniques for software size. His recent work has focused on solver-aided programming languages like αRby, ProB, and Rosette, exploring their applications in supervisory control theory. Analysis of St-Denis's publication record reveals a consistent evolution from foundational work in discrete event systems and controller synthesis toward more modern applications involving solver-aided programming and formal verification techniques. His research shows a clear progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, with increasing emphasis on automated reasoning and formal verification in recent years. The interdisciplinary nature of his work connects computer science, control theory, and software engineering, demonstrating how formal methods can be applied to solve complex problems in system design and verification. St-Denis has been involved in the MELODIES (Modeling Environment for LOgical DIScrete Event Systems) project, which provides a prototyping environment for novices in the field of discrete event systems. This educational tool demonstrates his commitment to making complex theoretical concepts accessible to new researchers and practitioners. His work on Strongly Connected Components modules, State-based control theory implementations, and N-inference observability models showcases his dedication to both theoretical advancement and practical implementation of control systems concepts.

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Yvonne CoadyView profile

Professor

University of VictoriaCanada

Yvonne Coady is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Victoria. She leads the MOD(ularity) Squad, focusing on system infrastructure modularity, mixed reality systems, and geospatial computing. Her research spans scalable distributed systems, immersive technologies, and AI-driven applications. She has co-authored over 170 papers and supervised numerous graduate students. Research interests include citizen science integration, advanced software modularity, and cloud computing architectures. Collaborations include projects with IBM, Ericsson, and Urthecast, addressing Earth observation, urban planning, and virtual reality analytics. Recognized with the 2015 Knowledge Mobilization Award, her work emphasizes real-world impact through industry partnerships. Current projects explore immersive applications via VR/AR, such as the RAVR and SAVR initiatives, and accessibility-enhanced interfaces. She also investigates geospatial computing for environmental monitoring and disaster response. Awards and grants include NSERC Collaborative Research and Mitacs Accelerate funding. Grants: NSERC grants (2023-2024), Mitacs projects (2020-2024) Labs/Teams: MOD(ularity) Squad, RAVR (Research in Augmented and Virtual Reality) Key Collaborations: Ocean Networks Canada, SALA Lab (UBC)

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Emil SekerinskiView profile

Professor

Laurentian UniversityCanada

Dr. Emil Sekerinski is a Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University, located at ITB 215. He serves as the Undergraduate Advisor for Computer Science (Jan 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025). His research focuses on Programming Logic , Concurrency , Embedded Systems , and Programming Languages , with specialization in Computer Systems, Software Quality, and Computation Theories. He is affiliated with the Digital & Smart Systems research cluster. Recent academic contributions include advanced compiler design, concurrent system design, and formal specification techniques. His work spans theoretical aspects of computing, such as program algebra and automata, alongside practical applications in real-time monitoring and wireless sensor networks. He actively contributes to academic communities, serving as a conference co-chair (FMTea'24) and program committee member (ICTAC'24, iFM'24). Teaching highlights include courses like CAS 781 Advanced Topics: Advanced Compiler Design and Optimization (Fall 2025) and SFWR ENG 3BB4 Concurrent System Design (Fall 2024). His publications emphasize concurrency, formal methods, and algorithm optimization, bridging theoretical foundations with real-world system implementations.

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Gunter MussbacherView profile

Associate Professor

McGill UniversityCanada

Gunter Mussbacher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McGill University, where he has held the William Dawson Scholar position since 2017 and the INRIA International Chair since 2021. His research focuses on requirements engineering, model-driven development, and sustainability engineering. He has contributed significantly to standards like the User Requirements Notation (URN) and has led initiatives in standardization through ITU-T roles. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (2010, University of Ottawa), MSc (1999, Simon Fraser University), and undergraduate studies at Technische Universität Graz. Professional activities include organizing major conferences like RE 2022 (Program Co-Chair), ICT4S 2023 (General Co-Chair), and serving on steering committees for RE conferences and MoDRE workshops. Research Interests: Goal-oriented requirements engineering, aspect-oriented modeling, sustainability in software systems, and human values in technology. His work emphasizes practical applications in crisis management, regulatory compliance, and model-driven tools like jUCMNav and TouchCORE. Awards include the Most Effective Reviewer Award at RE 2019 and Best Paper at ICMT 2018. He has authored over 100 publications in top venues like IEEE RE, MODELS, and ACM/IEEE conferences. Current activities include advancing AI-driven modeling tools and promoting sustainability in software engineering.

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Samuel AjilaView profile

Associate Professor

Carleton UniversityCanada

Dr. Samuel Ajila is an Associate Professor in the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering at Carleton University. His work bridges software engineering, cloud computing, and data science. Research Focus: Software Requirements Engineering, Model-Driven Development, Cloud Resource Provisioning, and Big Data Analytics. Technical Expertise: Network Traffic Analysis, Multi-tenancy Architecture, and Spatio-Temporal Modeling. Professional Affiliations: Licensed Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario, Senior Member of IEEE (SMIEEE), Senior Member of ACM (SMACM). His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of machine learning in forest fire prediction , DDoS detection , air pollution forecasting , and 5G handover management . Key themes include spatio-temporal modeling , transformer architectures , and few-shot learning . Notable methodological contributions involve agnostic sampling and meta-learning frameworks for imbalanced datasets. Dr. Ajila’s career spans foundational work in aspect-oriented design , software architecture decomposition , and model transformation semantics , with recent expansions into cloud-native systems and explainable AI.

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Lucas HofView profile

Professor

École de Technologie SupérieureCanada

Dr. Lucas Hof is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering , École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), University of Québec . He holds a B.Sc. , M.Sc. from Delft University of Technology and a Ph.D. from Concordia University. Research Axes: Aeronautics/Aerospace, Sustainable Development & Circular Economy, Innovative Materials, Intelligent Systems Labs: NUMERIX (Organizational Engineering), DYNAMO (Machine Dynamics), CIRODD (Sustainable Development), LFIC (Smart Manufacturing) His research focuses on advanced manufacturing (SACE micromachining, additive manufacturing), smart corrosion monitoring in bolted joints, industry 4.0/5.0 integration , and circular economy strategies for materials like eggshells and titanium alloys. Recent work explores neural networks for powder coating optimization and electrochemical post-processing of 3D-printed parts. Key publications span glass machining ( Manufacturing Letters ), smart maintenance systems ( IFAC-PapersOnLine ), and circular supply chains ( Journal of Cleaner Production ). He co-supervises numerous PhD/MSc students in topics including solar panel design, medical mask recycling, and metamaterial applications.

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Joanne AtleeView profile

Professor

University of WaterlooCanada

Joanne Atlee is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo, Canada. She serves as Director of Women in Computer Science, actively promoting gender equity in the field. Her research focuses on software product line engineering, feature interaction analysis, and visualization of software analysis results. She holds a Ph.D. (1992), M.Sc. (1988), and B.Sc. (1985) from the University of Maryland and College of William and Mary. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Maryland, 1992 M.Sc., Computer Science, University of Maryland, 1988 B.Sc., College of William and Mary, 1985 Research Interests: Analysis and visualization of large distributed software systems Semantics of software feature composition Feature interaction detection and resolution Formal methods in software engineering Model-driven engineering Her work emphasizes industrial applications, particularly in automotive software and safety-critical systems. Recent research trends in her publications include: Exploring AI-driven code analysis (e.g., distinguishing human vs. GPT-4-generated code) Advancing visualization techniques for software product line analysis (e.g., Neo4j-based tools) Addressing scalability challenges in formal verification for industrial systems As an advocate for diversity, her work on gender representation in software engineering communities bridges technical and sociotechnical aspects of the discipline. She has advised numerous industrial collaborations in automotive and embedded systems domains, though no specific student names are listed in available materials. Labs/Teams: Leads the Women in Computer Science initiative at Waterloo and collaborates with automotive industry partners through formal methods research.

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