Automated Program Repair Professors and Supervisors in Sweden

Gerardo SchneiderView profile

Professor

Chalmers University of TechnologySweden

Gerardo Schneider is a Full Professor in Computer Science at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and holds a joint appointment at Chalmers University of Technology. He serves as Head of the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Division and has previously led the Formal Methods Division and acted as Director of Graduate Studies. University of Gothenburg: 2009–present Chalmers University of Technology: 2009–present Uppsala University: 2002–2003 University of Oslo: 2005–2009 His research focuses on formal methods for software engineering, including contract specification and analysis , privacy policy formalization , model checking , and runtime verification . He works on verification of real-time systems, embedded systems (e.g., smart Java cards), and blockchain-based smart contracts. Key projects include: X-LEGAL (2020–2023): Smart Legal Contracts (Swedish Research Council) PolUser (2016–2019): User-Controlled Privacy Policies (Swedish Research Council) ARVI (2014–2018): Runtime Verification Beyond Monitoring (ICT COST Action) ReMU (2013–2017): Reliable Multilingual Digital Communication (Swedish Research Council) He has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s students in formal methods, blockchain security, and privacy compliance. His tools include SPeeDI (Polygonal Hybrid Systems Verification), CLAN (Contract Normative Conflict Detection), and AnaCon (Controlled Natural Language Analysis).

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Benoit BaudryView profile

Professor

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Benoit Baudry is a Professor in Software Technology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) within the Digital Futures Faculty and Division of Theoretical Computer Science. He also holds a professorship at Université de Montréal. His research focuses on software diversity, testing, and reliable web-based applications, emphasizing experimental approaches using large-scale open-source systems. He leads the CHAINS project (supported by SSF) and holds a Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP) research chair. Previously, he directed the CASTOR software research center (2018–2022) and led the DiverSE group at INRIA Rennes, France. Research Interests Baudry's work spans software supply chain security, blockchain node reliability, and production monitoring for test suite improvement. He explores techniques like N-version design for blockchain nodes, binary diversification for WebAssembly, and coverage-based debloating of Java dependencies. His methods emphasize collaboration with industry and empirical validation of software systems. Grants & Projects - CHAINS project (SSF-funded) - WASP research chair - Former leadership of CASTOR and DiverSE groups. Labs & Collaborations Affiliated with Digital Futures, a cross-disciplinary center at KTH collaborating with Stockholm University and RISE. His work addresses societal challenges via digital technology innovation.

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Martin MonperrusView profile

Professor

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Martin Monperrus is a Professor of Software Technology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. He leads the software engineering research group focusing on program repair, AI-driven software development, and software supply chain security. His work spans theoretical computer science and practical applications in blockchain, testing, and diversity in systems. Teaches courses such as Automated Software Testing, Blockchain Systems, and Advanced Software Engineering. Research centers on inventing tools for modern software engineering, including program synthesis, neural repair, and resilient systems. Pioneers initiatives like Repairnator (automatic bug fixing bot) and open-source tools like Astor and Gumtree. Research interests include: Automated program repair using large language models Blockchain security and decentralized systems Reproducible builds and dependency management Formal methods for smart contracts Recent work emphasizes: Generating mocks and test data with AI Supply chain attacks in Java/Golang Leaderboards for program repair models Labs/Teams: Leads the KTH Software Technology Group , collaborating with PhD/Master's students on cutting-edge projects.

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Martin HochwallnerView profile

Associate Professor

Linköping UniversitySweden

Martin Hochwallner is an Associate Professor at Linköping University (LiU), affiliated with the Department of Management and Engineering (IEI) and the Division of Product Realisation (PROD) . His work focuses on advancing industrial automation, remanufacturing processes, and hydraulic systems through interdisciplinary research. Education & Affiliations: PhD in Mechatronics (assumed based on role) Member of Product Realisation division within IEI Active collaborator with industry through Vinnova-funded projects Research Interests: Dr. Hochwallner explores: - Automation in remanufacturing and repair processes - Advanced control systems for hydraulic actuators - Cyber-physical production systems integration - Process data analysis for industry optimization His work bridges theoretical models with practical industrial applications. Key Projects (2020-2023): HiValueMill : Extracting hidden values from paper mill process data MiKoVa 2022/2021 : Reducing process variations via thermal imaging fusion ARR : Automation for repair and remanufacturing (2018-2021) Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD student Anan Ashrabi Ananno Secured funding from Vinnova, LiU SEED programs Principal investigator in multiple industry-academia collaborations Labs & Teams: Active in PROD division labs focusing on: - Automation prototyping facilities - Hydraulic actuator testing environments - Cyber-physical systems integration platforms

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Erik SundinView profile

Professor

Linköping UniversitySweden

Erik Sundin is a Professor at Linköping University's Department of Management and Engineering (Environmental Technology and Management division). His research focuses on sustainable manufacturing, circular economy, and remanufacturing, with a particular emphasis on product-service systems (PSS) and design for remanufacturing. He has led over 30 research projects, including EU initiatives like SCANDERE and CIRC€UIT, and national projects REMARKABLE and SQID. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Remanufacturing and chairs VINNOVA's Produktion2030 program. Holding a PhD from 2004 ("Product and Process Design for Successful Remanufacturing"), Sundin is recognized as a top global researcher in PSS/PaaS. His work has been featured 7 times on IVA's 100 List of high-impact projects. Awards include the Emerald Literati Network Award (2010) and Best Reman Ambassador at REMATEC. He actively promotes remanufacturing through standards development (ISO 14006, ISO 59004) and international collaborations with institutions in Japan, Germany, and France. Key research themes include remanufacturing maturity models, automation in repair processes, and lifecycle information integration. Sundin's projects emphasize real-world impact, such as developing water-based industrial cleaning systems and tools for assessing product remanufacturing viability.

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Sofia Bobadilla PonceView profile

Researcher

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Sofia Bobadilla Ponce is a Doctoral Student at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology , working in the Division of Theoretical Computer Science. Her research focuses on Automated Program Repair for Smart Contracts and improving Code Quality through innovative tools. Civil Engineer in Computer Science (2021–2024) and Bachelor in Computer Science (2017–2021) at University of Chile Research Engineer at KTH (2022–2023) Exchange student at KTH (Spring 2022) Her research spans Smart Contracts , Automated Program Repair , and Software Supply Chain analysis. Recent publications examine exploit mitigation in blockchain systems, LLM-driven program repair, and code smell detection in supply chains. She contributes to education as a course assistant in Algorithms and Data Structures , Automated Software Testing and DevOps , and related fields. Contact: sofbob@kth.se

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Óscar Fernández-CapetilloView profile

Professor

Karolinska InstitutetSweden

Óscar Fernández-Capetillo serves as Professor at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet, and leads a research group at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) in Madrid. His dual appointments reflect his significant contributions to both Swedish and Spanish biomedical research communities. The Fernández-Capetillo laboratory focuses on cell-based phenotypic screens for drug development, utilizing automated microscopy to mimic disease conditions for therapeutic discovery. Dr. Fernández-Capetillo's research centers on DNA damage mechanisms, particularly replication stress, and their roles in cancer and aging. He discovered that inhibiting the ATR enzyme effectively targets cancer cells experiencing high replication stress, leading to a drug now in clinical trials with Merck. His work extends to neurodegenerative diseases like ALS, inspired by molecular connections between DNA processes and conditions such as Huntington's disease. Current research interests include developing treatments for neurodegenerative disorders, enhancing immune responses, modulating RNA translation, and exploring hormone-inflammation relationships. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent pattern of bridging fundamental molecular mechanisms with clinical applications. The work spans cancer therapeutics, neurodegenerative disease treatment, and innovative approaches like haploid mouse development for genetic studies. His laboratory's focus on phenotypic screening has yielded promising drug candidates, including the repurposing of the anti-leprosy drug clofazimine for Huntington's disease treatment. Notable recognition includes: Selection for Cell's "40 under 40" list in 2014, highlighting him as one of the world's most prominent researchers under 40 years of age Dr. Fernández-Capetillo has mentored numerous students across various levels, from bachelor's to PhD candidates. His laboratory has secured substantial funding, including a 2023 Swedish Research Council grant totaling over 26 million SEK. He actively participates in scientific collaboration through PHENOTARGET, a research community program he co-coordinates with Prof. Karin Forsberg that brings together more than 30 Swedish research groups focused on Phenotype Drug Discovery. The Fernández-Capetillo laboratory maintains strong collaborative ties with national and international research groups to advance discoveries from basic science to clinical applications. The group's innovative approach to phenotypic screening has positioned them at the forefront of translational research, particularly in identifying novel therapeutic strategies for challenging diseases like cancer and ALS.

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