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Carlos Pereira SantosView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Game Technology
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Prof. Carlos Pereira Santos is a Professor of Applied Data Sciences and Artificial Intelligence at the Academy for AI, Games & Media, part of Breda University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on real-time systems, game engine technology, AI-driven solutions, and mixed reality applications. He leads projects in maritime spatial planning, virtual production, and serious games. With over 120 citations and involvement in 34 research projects, his work bridges technical innovation with societal impact. His research interests include AI, augmented reality, game technology, and virtual productions. Notable contributions include the MSP Challenge Simulation Platform for maritime planning and VR/AR tools for environmental management. He received the Gold FIPP Insight Award in 2018 for contributions to interactive media and simulation. Prof. Santos coordinates cutting-edge projects like AVENUE (EU-funded audiovisual education network) and AIDA (AI-enhanced data analysis). He collaborates with industry partners on virtual production techniques and has advised on EU initiatives such as Erasmus+ funding for VP research. His lab work involves procedural world generation, embodied agents, and immersive training systems. Key projects include: AVENUE: Enhancing European vocational education through audiovisual training networks OR ELSE: Recommending sustainable practices for sand extraction ecosystems AIDA: Improving data analysis through AI and qualitative research

Tess OsborneView profile

Researcher

• Humanities
• Multidisciplinary Geography
• Social Sciences
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Dr. Tess Osborne is a Researcher & Lecturer at the Faculty of Spatial Sciences , University of Groningen. Her work bridges Humanities , Social Sciences , and Digital Geographies , focusing on mobility , embodiment , and technology in aging populations and urban contexts. Research areas include digital geographies, mobility studies, and technology's impact on human experiences. Active in GDPR implications for geographical research and wearable biosensors for emotional analysis. Her recent publications analyze metaverse interviews , pandemic vulnerabilities , and seasonal mobility patterns in later life. She contributes to methodological innovation in qualitative and mobile geographies , emphasizing ethical and technical approaches. As an Editorial Board Member for journals like Health & Place and Wellbeing, Space and Society , she shapes discourse in health and wellbeing research. Her Meaningful Mobility project (2019-2024) involved collaborations with PhD students and researchers across Europe.

Niels SchraderView profile

Lecturer

• Information Design
• Digital Media
• Environmental Science
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Niels Schrader is the Head of the Master Non Linear Narrative (NLN) program and a tutor in Information Design at the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK). He is a concept-driven information designer and founder of Mind Design, focusing on the intersection of digital technologies and their societal/environmental impacts. Previously, he co-headed the BA Graphic Design program (2013–2021) and co-founded the NLN MA program (2017–2021). Education: Studied Communication Design at the University of Applied Sciences in Düsseldorf and the Sandberg Institute, Amsterdam. Research Interests: Explores hidden infrastructures of digital communication, environmental consequences of data storage, and collaborative research methodologies. His project Acid Clouds investigates data centre impacts, presented in exhibitions and publications. Labs/Teams: Member of the Design Lectorate Research Group (2018), co-founder of the Queer Computing Consortium (QCC).

• Statistics
• Biostatistics
• Computational Biology
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WN van Wieringen is a Researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He holds roles as a Research Associate in the Mathematics department and within Amsterdam Neuroscience’s Cellular & Molecular Mechanisms and Complex Trait Genetics divisions. His work bridges statistical methodology and biomedical applications, focusing on high-dimensional data analysis and network modeling. Research interests include covariance matrix estimation, Gaussian graphical models, penalized regression, and their applications in genetics, molecular biology, and clinical studies. His contributions span theoretical developments and practical implementations, with a focus on advancing statistical tools for biological and medical research. He teaches courses such as Biomedical Mathematics and Statistics for High-Dimensional Data, reflecting his expertise in applying statistical methods to complex datasets. With over 83 research outputs, van Wieringen collaborates internationally, addressing topics like gene expression regulation, fetal growth modeling, and wound healing mechanisms.

• Molecular Genetics
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
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Li You serves as a Researcher in the Department of Molecular Genetics at Erasmus Medical Center, Erasmus University Rotterdam. Their work integrates computational methodologies with biomedical research to develop AI-driven solutions for healthcare challenges, particularly in genomic analysis and medical imaging. Research focuses on Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics, with specialized expertise in RNA sequencing, transcriptomics, and single-cell analysis. Key investigations include tumor cell dynamics, expression-level modeling, and transfer learning applications. The interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science and molecular biology to address complex biological questions through emerging technologies like deep learning and neural networks. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a consistent trajectory in applying artificial intelligence to medical diagnostics and biological imaging. Core themes include arrhythmia classification, cardiac segmentation, 3D reconstruction for metaverse applications, and real-time cell analysis. This work demonstrates strong cross-disciplinary integration of computer vision, biomedical engineering, and molecular genetics to advance precision medicine tools.

Fokeltje CnossenView profile

Associate Professor

• Patient Safety
• Cognitive Psychology
• Human Factors
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Fokeltje Cnossen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen with dual appointments in the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Department of Artificial Intelligence) and the Faculty of Medical Sciences (UMCG) through the Lifelong Learning, Education & Assessment Research Network (LEARN). Her work integrates Cognitive Psychology, Human Factors, and Artificial Intelligence to enhance patient safety, medical technology design, and clinical education. Her research prioritizes optimizing patient safety through cognitive engineering of medical systems, with focus areas including trustworthy AI implementation , stress/workload impact on clinical performance , and medical skill acquisition pedagogy . Key specialties span mental fatigue mitigation, usability evaluation, and autonomy in healthcare systems, contributing directly to UN Sustainable Development Goals for health and wellbeing. Recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary convergence: AI-driven surgical planning tools (e.g., 3D fracture reduction visualization), physiological workload monitoring in cardiac surgery, and policy analyses of physician wellness frameworks. Her work bridges computer science, surgical practice, and healthcare administration with consistent patient-safety outcomes. Scientific Awards: Best Teacher Award - Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (2010) Dr. Cnossen supervises graduate research through the LEARN network and maintains active professional engagement, including keynote presentations at the Max Planck Institute of Human Cognition & Brain Sciences and Dutch Vascular Courses. Her team focuses on translating cognitive science into clinical safety improvements through the LEARN research consortium.

• Agricultural and Biological Sciences
• Computer Vision
• 3D Plant Segmentation
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Tim van Daalen is a researcher at Wageningen University & Research , actively contributing to agricultural technology and plant phenotyping. His work focuses on computer vision, deep learning, and data systems for disease detection in field crops like grape, apple, and carrot. Research Interests Van Daalen specializes in: 3D plant segmentation and phenotyping Deep learning for plant disease detection iRODS data management systems Computer vision in agricultural contexts Development of annotated datasets for plant trait analysis Smart camera technologies for open-field crop monitoring His recent publications highlight advancements in segmentation algorithms, disease detection systems, and open-source data infrastructure. Activities He has presented lectures on: iBridges interfacing with iRODS Prediction models for plant disease identification Early detection systems for crop diseases

Anastasiia BelyaevaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Communication Skills
• Academic Writing
• Business Communication
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Anastasiia Belyaeva is an Assistant Professor in Communication Skills and Academic Writing at the Center for Strategy, Organization & Leadership at Nyenrode Business University. Her primary role focuses on developing students' critical thinking, communication effectiveness, and problem-solving skills for academic and professional settings. Previously, she served as an Assistant and Associate Professor at Zaporizhzhia National University, Ukraine, where she taught English for Business, Professional Purposes, and Academic Writing for over 15 years. Expertise: Business Communication, Language Pedagogy, Contrastive Linguistics Research Focus: Cognitive Semantics, Corpus Linguistics, Discipline-Specific Language Instruction Her teaching philosophy emphasizes equipping students with tools to navigate communication challenges in both academic and corporate environments. Belyaeva designs specialized classroom materials to bridge language competencies with professional applications in fields like graphic design and IT. She actively contributes to language education through blogs like AllProfessionalEnglish , focusing on interactive learning methods and coding for educators. Publications highlight her work in contrastive linguistics and corpus-based approaches, with notable contributions to journals like Nova filolohiya and Diacrítica . Her books provide structured curricula for graphic design students, integrating language skills with creative disciplines.

• Computer Science
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Data Visualization
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Dr. S. (Shivam) Agarwal is a Researcher in the Visualization and Graphics group at Utrecht University 's College of Science, Department of Computer Science. His work focuses on advancing interaction techniques and visualization methodologies within computer science.

• Physics Education
• Special Relativity Pedagogy
• Simulation-Based Learning
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Paul Alstein is a Lecturer at the Freudenthal Institute under the Faculty of Science , Utrecht University. His work focuses on integrating advanced physics concepts into secondary education through innovative methods. Research Interests: Special relativity pedagogy, simulation-based learning, thought experiments, and interdisciplinary approaches combining history/philosophy of science with education. Email: p.alstein@uu.nl His publications emphasize simulation tools for relativity education, inquiry-based learning , and conceptual understanding in secondary physics. Collaborations with Krijtenburg-Lewerissa & van Joolingen highlight his focus on digital education environments. Alstein’s recent 2025 article on time dilation simulations demonstrates his ongoing contributions to modernizing physics education through accessible technology.

Ielka van der SluisView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human Communication
• Information Presentation
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Dr. Ielka van der Sluis is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Communication and Information Science, Faculty of Arts at the University of Groningen since 2011. She holds a PhD in Computational Linguistics from Tilburg University (2005) and has held research positions at Trinity College Dublin (2008–2011), the University of Aberdeen (UK), and the University of Twente. Her research focuses on human communication, multimodal interaction, natural language generation, and affective computing. She is a member of the Center for Language and Cognition Groningen and has contributed to projects like TUNA (EPSRC-funded), the OLIVE EC project, and the PAT framework for multimodal instruction analysis. Her work bridges computational linguistics and human-computer interaction, emphasizing the design and evaluation of multimodal systems. She has explored topics such as cross-linguistic referring expression generation, affective text impact, and procedural instruction design. Key contributions include developing the PAT annotation model for multimodal instructions and investigating cross-cultural assessment of automated referring expressions in virtual environments. Her research history spans over two decades, with impactful contributions to the understanding of text-picture alignment in procedural instructions, action categorization in multimedia, and user-centric evaluation frameworks. She collaborates internationally, particularly in computational linguistics and next-generation localization technologies.

Tanja VosView profile

Professor

• Software Testing
• Automated Testing
• Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
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Tanja Vos is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Science , Department of Computer Science , specializing in Software Testing , Automated Testing , and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) . Her work extends to Gamification in Education and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Learning Systems . Research Program: Towards High-quality and Intelligent Systems (THIS) Active in Graphical User Interface (GUI) Analysis and Test Automation Research Interests : Vos focuses on advancing software testing methodologies through AI-driven solutions , particularly in 3D game testing , chatbot applications , and gamified educational platforms . Her work bridges theoretical research with industrial implementation . Recent Article Trends : Her publications emphasize automated testing frameworks (e.g., iv4XR ), GUI regression analysis , and AI chatbots for personalized learning . Subfields include evolutionary algorithms , dynamic interface testing , and gamification mechanics . Supervision & Collaboration : Vos leads projects like TESTOMAT and AI Study Coach , collaborating with institutions such as Universidad Politecnica de Valencia .

Peter AchtenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Functional Programming
• Graphical User Interfaces
• Web Applications
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Peter Achten is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Software Science, Radboud University Nijmegen, Faculty of Science. His academic work focuses on functional programming, interactive systems, and programming education. Teaches courses like Imperative Programming, Bachelor Thesis, and Advanced Programming Developed the Soccer-Fun educational framework for teaching functional programming Coordinates the bachelor program in computer science since 2015 Active in functional programming research (GUIs, iTask system, TOP paradigm) His research explores high-level specifications for interactive applications, verification techniques for functional programs, and enhancements to programming workflows. As co-organizer of conferences like TFP and IFL, he contributes to academic community-building. The iTask system and Soccer-Fun library showcase his practical applications of theoretical concepts. His teaching portfolio spans over a decade, covering algorithms, functional programming, software engineering, and compiler design. The Soccer-Fun framework enables programming footballer brains through functional programming exercises, with collaborations extending across Dutch programming language circles.

Nicky van ForeestView profile

Associate Professor

• Probability
• Optimization
• Stochastic Processes
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Dr. Nicky van Foreest is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business , University of Groningen. His research bridges probability theory and optimization , focusing on applications in manufacturing, inventory, queueing, and service processes. His 15 most recent articles explore computational methods in probability, recursion, and entropy (e.g., Solving Wordle with Entropy ), geometric properties (e.g., Sagemath Proofs for Three Circles ), and stochastic system analysis (e.g., Memoryless Excursions ). He develops educational materials and open-source software, including contributions to stochastic_or and sicm_sagemath . Contact: n.d.van.foreest@rug.nl | University Profile | Personal Homepage .

Thomas BuxóView profile

Lecturer

• Typography
• Graphic Design
• Computational Design
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Thomas Buxó is a graphic designer based in Amsterdam who graduated from the Rietveld Academy in 1996 and received the Prix de Rome Basisprijs in 1998. He founded his own design studio and has integrated code into his practice through Headless Design research . Buxó is a strong advocate for free/libre open source software. Teaches Typography at the Royal Academy of Art (KABK) Class coach for the 4th year (graduation year) in the Bachelor Grafisch Ontwerpen program Past teaching roles: ECAL (Lausanne), Werkplaats Typografie (Arnhem), Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)