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Toby Jia-Jun LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
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Toby Jia-Jun Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, where he leads the SaNDwich Lab. He also serves as the Director of the Human-Centered Responsible AI Lab in the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and is a Faculty Fellow at the Institute for Educational Initiatives (IEI). Previously, he was affiliated with Carnegie Mellon University's Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) and GroupLens Research. Dr. Li's research spans the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), End-User Software Engineering, Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP), with recent work focusing on addressing societal challenges in the future of work through human-AI collaborative approaches. His work has resulted in over 40 publications at premier venues including CHI, UIST, CSCW, ACL, and ICSE, with 8 papers winning Best Paper or Honorable Mention awards. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on human-AI collaboration across various domains, including code understanding, privacy, accessibility, and creative tools. The work shows a trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of human-centered design with AI capabilities, particularly using large language models to enhance human productivity and address societal challenges. Google Research Scholar Award recipient Recipient of Yahoo! Fellowship ($100,000/year) Best Paper Award at UIST 2020 Best Paper Honorable Mention Award at CHI 2021 Best Paper Award at CSCW 2024 Best Paper Award at CHI 2025 Dr. Li actively mentors Ph.D. students and has established collaborations with Google, Microsoft Research, IBM Research, Adobe, Verizon, and J.P. Morgan. His research has been supported by NSF, Google Research Scholar Program, AnalytiXIN Initiative, Yahoo! InMind project, and J.P. Morgan. He is currently recruiting Ph.D. students and undergraduate researchers for his SaNDwich Lab, which focuses on developing interactive systems to empower individuals to create, configure, and extend AI-powered computing systems.

Hannes ZacherView profile

Professor

• Work and Organizational Psychology
• Occupational Health and Well-being
• Proactive Employee Behavior
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Hannes Zacher is a Professor of Work and Organizational Psychology at Leipzig University's Wilhelm Wundt Institute of Psychology. He previously held academic positions at Queensland University of Technology (Australia) and the University of Groningen (Netherlands). His research focuses on occupational health, proactive employee behavior, aging in the workplace, and sustainable organizational practices. He has been awarded grants from institutions like the German Science Foundation (DFG) and the Volkswagen Foundation. Zacher earned his Ph.D. in Psychology from Justus-Liebig-University Gießen in 2009, following a Diploma (equivalent to B.Sc./M.Sc.) in Psychology from the Technical University of Braunschweig (2000–2006). His research interests include occupational health and well-being, proactive and adaptive employee behavior, aging at work and career development, and environmentally sustainable behavior in organizations. He employs methodologies such as longitudinal surveys, experience sampling, and experiments. Key themes in his work address the interplay between work environments and employee well-being, with a focus on fostering sustainable practices and mitigating age-related challenges in the workplace. Zacher leads projects such as the Centre for Digital Work and studies like 'The Role of Work in the Development of Civilization Diseases.' His publications span topics from green workplace behavior to leadership dynamics during crises. He has no listed scientific awards but has secured significant grant funding for his research. Advising and grant details reflect his commitment to impactful research, though specific student names are not provided. His lab and team efforts emphasize translating psychological insights into organizational practices for sustainability and employee well-being.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
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Marc Erich Latoschik is a Professor in the Department of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Würzburg, Germany. He previously held roles at Bayreuth University, Bielefeld University, and FHTW Berlin. His research focuses on virtual and augmented reality, embodiment, human-computer interaction, and applications in health, education, and social systems. Education: Completed his PhD in 2001 at Bielefeld University with a thesis on multimodal interaction in virtual reality. Research Interests: Embodied interaction, virtual embodiment, presence and plausibility in VR/AR, avatar design, social virtual reality, health applications (e.g., VR therapy for body image issues), and XR security/privacy. Active in developing frameworks like Reality Stack I/O and MAIL for VR/AR research. Key Projects: ViTraS study on body image exercises in VR, avatars for mass use via smartphone reconstruction, and motion-based biometrics in XR. Collaborates with medical teams on cybersickness detection and emergency training simulations. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups on immersive technologies and social VR applications. Involved in interdisciplinary projects combining HCI, AI, and healthcare.

• Information Systems
• Healthcare IT
• Knowledge Management
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Atreyi Kankanhalli is a Professor at the National University of Singapore, specializing in Information Systems with a focus on knowledge management, healthcare IT, and digital innovation. Their research spans over three decades, with prolific contributions in top journals like MIS Quarterly, Journal of AIS, and Information & Management. They have co-authored over 150 papers addressing topics such as crowdsourcing, online communities, and the impact of AI on scholarly practices. Notable work includes studies on user adherence to health apps, innovation in public sector data utilization, and the ethical challenges of generative AI in peer review. Kankanhalli has also led research on global virtual teams and digital technologies' role in social justice, reflecting a commitment to both technical and societal dimensions of information systems. Education & Background: While specific degree details are not provided, their extensive publication history and academic roles imply advanced qualifications in Information Systems or related fields. They have collaborated with global researchers across institutions like NUS, University of Illinois, and Singapore Management University. Research Themes: Core areas include digital health interventions (e.g., fitness app adherence), organizational innovation via open data and crowdsourcing, and the socio-technical challenges of AI in academia. Their work often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, such as healthcare decision support systems and policy-driven technology adoption. Impact & Influence: As an editorial board member and frequent conference contributor (e.g., ICIS, PACIS), Kankanhalli shapes the field's research agenda. Their recent focus on generative AI's implications highlights proactive engagement with emerging technologies' ethical and methodological challenges.

Ingo ScholtesView profile

Professor

• Network Science
• Graph Neural Networks
• Computational Social Science
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Prof. Dr. Ingo Scholtes is Chair of Machine Learning for Complex Networks at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg's Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (CAIDAS). His research spans network science, graph machine learning, and computational social science, with applications in software engineering, ecology, biology, and physics. He received a Juniorfellowship from the German Informatics Society (2014) and an SNSF Professorship (CHF 1.5Mio, 2018). Current affiliations: JMU Würzburg (since 2021), University of Zurich (2018-2024), Bergische Universität Wuppertal (2019-2021) Research focus: Higher-order network modeling, temporal graph analysis, AI for collaborative systems, causality-aware machine learning His recent publications demonstrate strong trends in temporal network analysis , graph neural networks for time-series, and higher-order models across software engineering and social science domains. He co-chairs multiple international workshops on complex networks and serves as associate editor for EPJ Data Science and Advances in Complex Systems. Key scientific contributions: Foundational work on higher-order network models published in Nature Physics Methodological innovations in temporal network visualization (HOTVis) and path-based analysis (pathpy) As both educator and organizer, he leads the Computational Social Science Section at GI e.V., mentors across disciplines, and develops tools like git2net for collaboration analysis. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in network science.

Kirsten MeyerView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Education
• Ethics
• Intergenerational Justice
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Prof. Dr. Kirsten Meyer is a full professor for Practical Philosophy and Philosophy Education at the Institute of Philosophy, Faculty of Philosophy, Humboldt University of Berlin. She has held this position since the summer semester of 2011, after serving as a junior professor from 2008 to 2011. Her work bridges philosophical theory with educational practice, with a particular focus on ethics and intergenerational justice in the context of contemporary challenges like climate change. Dr. Meyer's interdisciplinary educational background reflects her unique scholarly perspective: Diploma in Biology (1999, University of Münster/Bielefeld/St. Andrews) State Examination in Philosophy (2000) Doctorate from Bielefeld University (2002) Kirsten Meyer's research program spans several interconnected domains of philosophical inquiry. Her primary focus is on intergenerational ethics, where she examines humanity's moral obligations to future generations, particularly regarding climate change and resource consumption. She has made significant theoretical contributions to educational philosophy, exploring how philosophical reasoning can be practically integrated into school curricula. Her work on educational justice addresses complex questions about talent development, equal opportunity, and the relationship between education and conceptions of the good life. Meyer also contributes to environmental ethics, analyzing the intrinsic value of nature and our responsibilities toward it, informed by her background in biology. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent thematic trajectory focused on intergenerational justice and educational philosophy. Meyer frequently examines how abstract philosophical concepts can inform practical educational policy, particularly regarding talent development and educational equity. She has become a prominent voice in climate ethics, connecting theoretical debates about future generations to concrete policy proposals like using estate tax as a climate protection instrument. Her interdisciplinary approach, combining insights from biology, philosophy, and education, allows her to address complex ethical questions with both theoretical rigor and practical relevance. Professor Meyer is deeply engaged in public philosophical discourse, regularly contributing to media discussions on intergenerational justice, climate ethics, and educational policy. She has participated in numerous interviews with major German media outlets including Deutschlandfunk, BR, ZDF, and RBB, helping translate complex philosophical concepts for broader audiences. Her practical contributions extend to educational initiatives, including the development of teaching materials for philosophy education through philovernetzt on topics ranging from 'What should I become? Work and the good life' to 'Fake News' and 'Consent.'

• Egyptology
• Coptic Studies
• Computational Linguistics
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Eliese-Sophia Lincke is a Junior Professor at the Department of History and Cultural Studies, Freie Universität Berlin, since May 2022. Her work bridges computational methods with Egyptology, focusing on digital tools for studying ancient texts. Bachelor's and Master's in Egyptology, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2007) PhD in "The Conception of Spaces in Language" (TOPOI Cluster, 2012) Research interests include: Digital Humanities : Developing machine learning models for Hieroglyphic, Demotic, and Coptic text processing Linguistic Typology : Analyzing classifier systems in Ancient Egyptian and Sign Languages Spatial Linguistics : Investigating prepositions and spatial adverbs in Egyptian-Coptic Recent publications focus on Neural Lemmatization , OCR for Coptic , and Classifier Semantics , demonstrating her commitment to computational Egyptology. Scientific awards include the Humboldt-Preis 2008 for best Master's thesis and the Prize for Good Teaching 2014 . She has co-organized workshops like "Wege zum Ägyptischen" and served as Co-Editor for Lingua Aegyptia . Her teaching contributes to the Digital Studies of Ancient Texts Master's program.

Diogo Carbonera LuvizonView profile

Researcher

• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• Deep Learning
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Diogo Carbonera Luvizon is a Researcher at the Max-Planck-Institut für Informatik (MPI-INF) in Saarbrücken, Germany, and a member of the Visual Computing and Artificial Intelligence (VIA) Research Center. He holds a PhD in Computer Vision and Machine Learning from CY Cergy Paris University (2019), and Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Engineering and Applied Computing from UTFPR, Brazil. His research focuses on solving complex problems in Computer Vision, Computer Graphics, and Deep Learning, particularly in human modeling and real-time systems. Education: PhD (2019) - CY Cergy Paris University; M.Sc. (2015) - UTFPR; B.Sc. (2011) - UTFPR. Research interests include 3D human pose estimation, action recognition, multitask learning, and novel view synthesis. He has contributed to patents on multiplane image generation (Samsung) and vehicle speed measurement systems. His work has been recognized with awards like the Best Paper Honorable Mention at GCPR-VMV 2022 and Best Presentation Award at ETIS Lab (2018). He has developed open-source tools, including the deephar repository for human action recognition and pose estimation. His current affiliations include MPI-INF and the VIA Research Center, a partnership between MPI-INF and Google.

Michaela SambanisView profile

Professor

• English Language Teaching
• Positive Foreign Language Didactics
• Neurodidactics
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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Michaela Sambanis is a Professor of English Didactics at the Institute of English Philology within the Department of Philosophy and Humanities at Freie Universität Berlin. She has held this position since 2011 and previously served as the managing director of the Institute from Winter semester 2017/2018 to October 2019. Her academic journey includes research work at the Transfer Center for Neuroscience and Learning at the University of Ulm (2008-2011), completion of her habilitation in 2006, and her promotion in 2001. Professor Sambanis's research centers on the innovative intersection of educational neuroscience and language teaching methodology. Her work pioneers the field of Positive Foreign Language Didactics, connecting positive psychology with language education. She investigates embodied cognition approaches, particularly movement-based learning, and explores theater methods and arts integration in language instruction. Her research also addresses teacher well-being and health, multilingualism in educational settings, and the application of neuroscience findings to practical classroom situations. The k2teach project represents her current focus on teaching-learning labs in English teacher education. Her scholarly output demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward integrating neuroscience with language pedagogy, with recent publications increasingly addressing mental health, digital transformation in education, and positive psychology applications. The evolution of her work shows a progression from practical teaching methods to increasingly sophisticated neurodidactic frameworks that bridge scientific evidence with classroom practice. Professor Sambanis serves on multiple scientific advisory boards including the Goethe Institut in Munich, the Transfer Center for Neuroscience and Learning at the University of Ulm, and the Schlözer Program for Teacher Education. She is also the founding chair of the cross-state E&M Berlin-Brandenburg section and a member of the German Society for Foreign Language Research (DGFF). Her editorial work includes the SELT book series on English Language Teaching. Her teaching responsibilities include supervising master's theses in English teaching, and she has developed numerous teaching-learning laboratories that connect theoretical knowledge with practical application in teacher education. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based foreign language didactics that incorporates insights from neuroscience, psychology, and educational research.

• Business Informatics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Intelligence
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Prof. Dr. Harald Ritz serves as Professor of Practical Computer Science, especially Business Informatics, at the Technical University of Central Hesse (THM) within the Department of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Computer Science since 2003. He holds leadership roles as Chair of Examination Committees for B.Sc. and M.Sc. Business Information Systems and Spokesperson for the MNI department in the Business Informatics Working Group (AKWI). His educational background includes a Diplom in Business Informatics (Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Inform.) and doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) from the Technical University of Darmstadt, following professional experience at SAP SI AG and a professorship at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences. Ritz's research centers on AI-driven digital transformation for data-driven enterprises, with focus on the “Data to Decision” value chain encompassing Framing, Allocation, Analytics, and Preparation phases. His work integrates business intelligence, data warehousing, machine learning, and SAP ecosystems to address challenges in SME digitalization, operational IT management, and educational technology. Current projects emphasize AI applications in higher education, including intelligent tutoring systems and automated feedback mechanisms. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory toward applied AI solutions in business contexts, particularly in intelligent chatbots for educational support, financial trading algorithms, and cloud-based data infrastructure. The research demonstrates increasing integration of no-code platforms, real-time analytics, and domain-specific AI applications across logistics, banking, and procurement sectors. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Professor Ritz actively supervises academic development through bachelor’s and master’s theses, doctoral research, and collaborative projects. Current initiatives include the “Winfy” AI chatbot (v4.0, 2025), AI-based feedback systems for educational content (Freiraum 2025 grant), the frits intelligent tutoring project with Prof. Kammer, and doctoral research on AI adoption in SMEs. His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementation in SAP environments and cloud platforms. He operates within THM’s MNI department infrastructure, collaborating through the Business Informatics Working Group (AKWI) and contributing to the Digital Classroom communication platform for online education.

• American Studies
• US-American Literature and Culture
• Makeover Culture
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Mrs. Susana Rocha Teixeira is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Department of British and American Studies within the Faculty of Linguistics and Literature at the University of Bielefeld, where she contributes to the Collaborative Research Center (SFB) 1288 Practices of Comparing. She also serves as an Academic Trustee at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation and as Editor for the fiar: forum for inter-american research since 2018. Ph.D. from Heidelberg University (summa cum laude), supervised by Günter Leypoldt Research Focus : American Studies, Corporeality, Masculinities, Inter-American Studies, Social Movements, and Political Comparisons Her research examines body history and corporeal transformations in American media and literature, analyzing masculinity narratives in The Hunger Games, makeover culture in TV series like Nip/Tuck, and comparative practices during the Harlem Renaissance and Brazilian Movimento Negro. Her work intersects with gender studies , visual culture , and political discourse . Recent publications explore US political comparisons , inter-American cultural networks , and body modification myths in 20th-century fiction. She has participated in funded projects totaling over 4.25 million euros, including a 2.25 million euros grant from BMBF as project leader at the University of Mannheim. Scientific accolades include the Maria Gräfin von Linden-Preis nomination, DAAD research funding, and the Apollinaire Award from the Robert Bosch Foundation. Her academic activities span institutions like Harvard, Yale, Johns Hopkins University, and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

Katharina ThomaView profile

Professor

• Opera Directing
• Classical Music
• Scenic Arts
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Prof. Katharina Thoma is a renowned opera director currently serving as Head of the Opera School at the University of Music Würzburg . She also holds the positions of Deputy Chair of the Music Academy and Dean of Studies . With a career spanning major European opera houses including the Royal Opera House Covent Garden and Glyndebourne Festival, she specializes in blending historical accuracy with modern theatrical innovation. Studied piano at Lübeck University of Music Resident director at Dortmund Opera (2011-2014) Visiting professor at Graz University of Music (2018) Freelance director since 2008 Katharina Thoma's research and practice focus on opera stage direction , scenic training for singers , and historical opera interpretation . Her work spans from Baroque masterpieces to contemporary political operas, emphasizing: Contextual authenticity in period-specific productions Modern reinterpretation of classical works Interdisciplinary approaches to staging Integration of visual and musical elements Training of next-generation opera performers Exploration of war-related themes in opera Notable productions include: 2024: Johann Strauss' The Bat (University of Music Würzburg) 2023: De Falla's El retablo de Maese Pedro 2022: Britten's The Rape of Lucretia 2019: Schönberg's Pierrot lunaire 2007: European Opera Directing Competition Finalist Her artistic contributions have been recognized with: Second Prize at the European Opera Directing Competition 'Camerata Nuova' (2007) Katharina Thoma actively mentors young singers and develops innovative opera productions at the University of Music Würzburg's Opera School. Her recent work includes: Wagner operas debut (2019/20 season) Collaboration with composers like Richard Jones and Christof Loy Participation in renowned festivals (Munich Biennale, Glyndebourne) The Opera School under her leadership focuses on comprehensive training combining: Historical performance practices Contemporary staging techniques Technical vocal training Interdisciplinary collaboration

Thomas StäckerView profile

Professor

• Digital Humanities
• Library Science
• Digitization of Early Printed Books
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Prof. Dr. Thomas Stäcker is a Part-time Professor for Digital Humanities at the Department of Information Sciences, University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. He serves as Director of the University and State Library Darmstadt (since 2017) and Deputy Director of the Herzog August Library Wolfenbüttel (since 2009). His career spans roles as a librarian at Herzog August Bibliothek (since 1998) and Johannes a Lasco Library in Emden (1997-1998). Education: Master's degree in History of Philosophy and Latin (1991), doctorate (1994) from TU Braunschweig, University of Essex, and University of Osnabrück Research: Digital Humanities, digitization of early printed books, XML/TEI encoding, OCR technologies, and cultural heritage preservation Leadership: Key roles in major digitization projects (e.g., VD17, Dünnhaupt Digital) and digital library development His work bridges library science with scholarly research, emphasizing open access, digital editions, and metadata standards. He has authored/co-authored numerous monographs, including the 2015 'Grenzen und Möglichkeiten der Digital Humanities' and the 2016 Festschrift chapter on open access. Stäcker co-edited digital editions like Christoph Heidmann's Oratio de Bibliotheca Julia (2013) and maintained active engagement through blogs like 'dhd-blog.org' (2015 post on humanities research data).

• Old Testament Wisdom Literature
• Psalm and Psalter Research
• Old Testament Prophecy
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Prof. Dr. Markus Saur has been Professor of Exegesis and Theology of the Old Testament at the University of Bonn's Protestant Theological Faculty since 2017. Previously, he held professorships at the University of Kiel (2009-2017) and served as an Academic Councilor at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2007-2009). Education: Habilitation in Old Testament, University of Basel (2007) Dr. theol., University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2003) First Theological Examination/Diplom-Theologe, University of Marburg (1999) Studies in Theology, Philosophy & Ancient History at Kiel, Montpellier, and Erlangen-Nuremberg (1993-1999) Research Focus: Saur specializes in three core areas: (1) Old Testament wisdom literature, examining texts like Proverbs and Ecclesiastes; (2) Psalm and Psalter research, analyzing liturgical and theological dimensions; and (3) Old Testament prophecy, particularly the Book of Ezekiel. His work integrates literary, historical, and theological methods to explore ancient Israelite thought. Publications Trend: Saur's recent articles (2019-2024) predominantly analyze wisdom literature and prophetic texts, emphasizing theological anthropology, divine justice, and historical-critical approaches. His 2023 monograph Gelassenheit interprets Ecclesiastes, while articles showcase intertextual analysis of Proverbs, Ezekiel's oracles, and royal Psalms. Awards & Fellowships: Senior Fellow, Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald (2018) German Research Foundation (DFG) Scholarship (2000-2002) Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes Scholarship (1993-1999) Academic Service: Saur has edited multiple Festschriften and thematic volumes, contributed to encyclopedias (WiBiLex), and published extensive book reviews. He maintains active scholarly engagement through conferences and collaborative projects in Old Testament studies.

Arie LevitView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Discrete Groups
• Geometric Group Theory
• Analytic Group Theory
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Dr. Arie Levit is a Senior Lecturer (tenure track) in the Department of Theoretical Mathematics at Tel Aviv University's School of Mathematics, a position he has held since 2021. Previously, he served as a Gibbs Assistant Professor at Yale University from 2017. His academic career centers on pure mathematics with emphasis on structural properties of discrete groups and dynamical systems. His educational background includes: B.A in Mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2004) M.A in Mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2012) Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Weizmann Institute of Science (2017) under Prof. Tsachik Gelander Levit's research spans discrete groups, geometric and analytic group theory, and ergodic theory, with significant contributions to lattice theory, invariant random subgroups, character rigidity, and group stability. His work integrates algebraic, geometric, and probabilistic frameworks to solve fundamental problems in classification and rigidity of group actions, particularly in non-Archimedean and hyperbolic settings. Analysis of his 14 publications (2014-2024) reveals evolving focus from foundational lattice theory toward contemporary stability phenomena and character theory, with 60% of recent work (2022-2024) addressing permutation stability, Hilbert-Schmidt representations, and ergodic properties of group actions. Key methodological threads include the application of ergodic theory to group-theoretic classification and the development of analytical tools for stability problems. His scholarly recognition includes: Klein Prize (2017) ISF-BSF research grant (2020) As principal investigator of the ISF-BSF grant, Levit leads research on group stability and ergodic theory. His extensive collaborations with Gelander, Lubotzky, and Lazarovich demonstrate active mentorship within the global mathematics community. His work is conducted within Tel Aviv University's Theoretical Mathematics department, which maintains strong international partnerships in geometric group theory and dynamics.