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Ozan KaraaliView profile

Research Fellow

• Wireless Communications
• 5G Connectivity
• Bionic Limbs
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Ozan Karaali is a PhD Fellow at Aalborg University's Department of Electronic Systems within the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Copenhagen. His research centers on wireless communications for 5G-connected assistive robotics and bionic limb systems, with active contributions to the CLIMB (Cloud Connected Bionic Limbs) project and teaching responsibilities in network engineering courses. His educational background includes a Master's in Informatics from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering from Anadolu University (AGU), providing foundational expertise in computer systems and informatics. Karaali's research spans Wireless Communications, 5G Connectivity, Bionic Limbs, Cloud/Edge Computing, and AI integration. His work bridges telecommunications infrastructure with healthcare applications, specifically developing low-latency control systems for prosthetic devices through 5G and edge computing architectures. Recent publications reveal a cohesive trajectory from AI in architectural design (2024) to specialized 5G applications for bionic limbs (2025), demonstrating interdisciplinary innovation at the intersection of networking, cloud systems, and medical technology. As an educator, he serves as Internal Co-examinator for IoT courses and leads Wireshark laboratory sessions for network courses. His research is supported through two major projects: the "5G-connected assistive robots" PhD project (2023-2026) and the ongoing CLIMB initiative, both advancing cloud-connected bionic systems. Within the CLIMB research team, Karaali collaborates with bionics and wireless communication specialists to develop real-time prosthetic control systems leveraging 5G infrastructure and edge computing, aiming to revolutionize user experience in assistive robotic technologies.

Cedomir StefanovicView profile

Professor

• Wireless Communication
• 5G/6G Networks
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Cedomir Stefanovic is a Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems at Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on edge computing, wireless networking, 5G/6G technologies, IoT, smart grids, and bionic limbs. He leads projects like CLIMB (Cloud-connected bionic limbs) and 5G-connected assistive robots, emphasizing assistive robotics and medical technology integration. His work spans random access protocols, latency optimization, and energy-efficient communication systems. With 129 publications (2025: 12; 2024: 8; 2023: 12), his research addresses challenges in industrial IoT, smart grids, and UAV-assisted communication. He has supervised 3 PhD students and actively collaborates internationally. Notable contributions include advancements in deterministic multiple access patterns, AoI-aware scheduling, and bionic limb connectivity. His research is published in IEEE journals and conferences. He hosts guest lecturers and has been featured in media discussions on wireless innovation and smart energy systems. Education: While specific academic credentials are not detailed, his role as a Professor at Aalborg University indicates advanced degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Research Interests: 5G/6G and IoT networking Edge computing and latency-critical systems Wireless communication protocols (e.g., tree algorithms, NOMA) Smart grid optimization and microgrids Bionic limbs and assistive robotics Age of Information (AoI) minimization strategies Publications: Over 129 papers (2025:12; 2024:8; 2023:12), emphasizing trends in 5G-enabled prosthetics, deterministic access patterns, and industrial IoT optimization. Recent work explores UAV-assisted sensing, D2D communication for smart grids, and deep learning for industrial systems. Funding & Projects: CLIMB (2022–): PI for cloud-connected bionic limbs WindMill (2019–): Machine learning for windmill communication INCOMING (2020–2022): Massive-scale communication innovation Labs/Teams: Edge Computing and Networking group, Classique-Center for Classical Communication in the Quantum Era.

Jakob Lund DideriksenView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuromuscular Control
• Neurorehabilitation Technologies
• Biomimetic Design
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Jakob Lund Dideriksen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on neuromuscular mechanisms in movement control and neurorehabilitation technologies, emphasizing biomimetic design and compatibility with neuromuscular systems. He holds a PhD from Aalborg University (2012) and completed postdoctoral work at the University of Göttingen (2012–2015). Education: MSc in Biomedical Engineering, Aalborg University (2009) PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Aalborg University (2012) Research Interests: Development of advanced prosthetics, sensory feedback systems, computational modeling of neuromuscular dynamics, and rehabilitation technologies. Key areas include upper-limb prosthetics, vibrotactile feedback, and closed-loop control systems. Notable Projects: DISRUPT (2022–2025): Direct simultaneous control of upper-limb prostheses SimBionics (2019–2023): Neuromechanical simulation for bionic legs ROBIN (2018–2023): Natural control of hand prostheses via human-machine interfaces Awards: Svend Andersen Fonden Talentprize (2020). Advising & Grants: Supervised 4 PhD students and led projects funded by grants totaling over €2M. Research spans collaborations with institutions like University of Göttingen and industry partners. Labs/Teams: Active in the Neurorehabilitation Systems group at Aalborg University, focusing on bionic limb development and sensory feedback integration.

Strahinja DosenView profile

Professor

• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Robotics
• Myoelectric Control
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Strahinja Dosen is a Professor and Head of Research Group in the Department of Health Science and Technology at Aalborg University's Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on neurorehabilitation systems, particularly in rehabilitation engineering, robotics, and human-machine interfaces. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Aalborg University (2009) and serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of Novi Sad. His work addresses cutting-edge topics like myoelectric control, brain-machine interfaces, artificial sensory feedback, and functional electrical stimulation. Key projects include the development of closed-loop robotic prostheses and sensory feedback systems for amputees. Dosen has led over 17 research projects, including the PERSONIFY initiative on powered ankle prosthesis control and the DexterHand bionic prosthetics platform. With 216+ publications, his research emphasizes improving prosthetic control through electrotactile/haptic feedback, 5G-enabled bionic limbs, and stroke rehabilitation robotics. He collaborates internationally on neurorehabilitation technologies and has been featured in media for innovations like thought-controlled prosthetics and robotic rehabilitation systems. Grants and collaborations include EU-funded projects and industry partnerships. His team's work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Dosen advises on 6 PhD students and actively participates in academic workshops and editorial roles in haptics and prosthetics.

Hoda FaresView profile

Assistant Professor

• Intelligent Neuroprosthetics
• Artificial Sensory-Motor Restoration
• Tactile Sensing & Electronic Skin
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Hoda Fares is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Aarhus University, specializing in neuroprosthetics and human-machine interfacing. Her research focuses on developing brain-inspired neural interfaces (BI-BCIs) that integrate neuromorphic hardware and flexible materials to restore sensorimotor function in individuals with disabilities such as stroke or amputation. She works on closed-loop systems combining bioinspired spiking neural networks (SNN) with low-power neuromorphic hardware. Her expertise includes intelligent neuroprosthetics, tactile sensing technologies, and electrotactile stimulation for bionic limbs. Current projects involve wearable neuromorphic interfaces for bidirectional control of prostheses and enhancing rehabilitation systems through artificial sensory-motor restoration. Fares' work bridges artificial intelligence with neuroengineering to create adaptive, miniaturized neural implants. Selected publications highlight advancements in functional electrical stimulation for stroke recovery, electronic skin validation, and multi-channel tactile feedback systems. Her research emphasizes clinical translation of technologies for real-world prosthetic applications, leveraging flexible/stretchable materials and distributed sensing networks. Despite no listed academic awards, her contributions to tactile sensing and prosthetic control systems demonstrate significant innovation in biomedical engineering. Ongoing work includes collaborations on neuromorphic hardware design and validation of virtual prosthetic systems with tactile feedback interfaces.

Martin Alexander GarenfeldView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neurorehabilitation
• Human-Machine Interfacing
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Martin Alexander Garenfeld is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University. His work bridges biomedical engineering and neurorehabilitation, focusing on restoring motor and sensory functionality through advanced human-machine interfaces and haptic feedback systems. Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering (2019) with a thesis on multichannel electrotactile stimulation for prosthetic sensory feedback. Research Interests : Developing biomedical technologies to restore sensory feedback in prosthetics, enhancing virtual reality immersion through tactile feedback, and improving fall prevention via biofeedback systems. His expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals for healthcare innovation. Recent Article Trends : Recent publications emphasize electrotactile stimulation for prosthetic sensory fidelity, virtual hand embodiment, closed-loop myoelectric control, and fMRI signal processing. These works span biomedical engineering, neuroscience, and human-machine interaction. Projects : Active projects include StabiliTouch (PI, 2024) for fall prevention and SockEET (Project Participant, 2023) for high-resolution prosthetic feedback. Past collaborations involved CLIMB (cloud-connected bionic limbs) and TACTILITY (VR tactile feedback).

• Medical Anthropology
• Feminist STS
• Critical Disability Studies
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Alexandra Suzanne Middleton is an Assistant Professor of medical anthropology in the Centre for Medical Science and Technology Studies (MeST) at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. She is affiliated with the Department of Public Health, Section of Health Services Research, and holds a joint appointment as a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Global Fellow co-hosted at Yale University and the University of Copenhagen. Dr. Middleton earned her PhD in Anthropology from Princeton University (2015-2021), where she conducted ethnographic research on neuromusculoskeletal prosthesis clinical trials in Sweden. Her doctoral work examined the role of patient-subjects' domestic lives and embodied sensory knowledge in neuroprosthetic science development. Her research integrates medical anthropology with feminist STS, critical disability studies, sensory anthropology, and critical data studies. Middleton specializes in examining everyday lived and embodied experiences of highly experimental frontier science, with particular focus on assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) including uterus transplantation and stem cell-based human embryo models. She investigates the cultural politics of (m)otherhood, gender, and reproduction through ethnographic fieldwork with patients, families, clinicians, and researchers across the US, Sweden, and Denmark. Her scholarly output demonstrates a consistent trajectory exploring the intersection of emerging biomedical technologies and human experience, particularly in neuroprosthetics and pain management. Middleton's work examines how technologies reshape bodily experiences and social relations, with special attention to datafication processes in healthcare. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Global Fellowship (2022) As a researcher on Prof. Klaus Høyer's ERC Advanced Grant-funded project 'Data Space,' Middleton contributes to cross-border health data research while mentoring graduate students. Her peer review activities for BioSocieties Journal (2021-2023) demonstrate her engagement with the academic community. Her supervision framework for M.Sc. theses, which uses scientific article writing as a pedagogical tool, reflects her commitment to innovative research education. Currently conducting ethnographic fieldwork as part of her research examining frontier assisted reproductive technologies, Middleton works at the intersection of clinical practice, patient experience, and technological innovation. Her work with the ERC-funded Data Space project positions her at the forefront of research on health data governance and its experiential dimensions.