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• Mathematics Education
• Computing Education
• STEM Equity
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Sarah D Castle serves as Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Idaho with dual appointments in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (College of Science) and Curriculum and Instruction Department (College of Education, Health and Human Sciences). Her research bridges computational methods and mathematics education to advance equity and foster creativity in undergraduate STEM contexts. Her educational background includes: B.A. in Mathematics, Whitworth University (2012-2016) B.S. in Engineering Physics, Whitworth University (2012-2016) M.S. in Mathematics, Michigan State University (2019-2022) Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, Michigan State University (2018-2023) Castle's research centers on computational approaches to uncover systemic inequities in STEM education while creating environments that nurture mathematical creativity, particularly for marginalized students. She investigates how computational modeling—such as Jupyter Notebook implementations in linear algebra—can transform mathematical engagement and understanding. Her work critically examines power structures in educational spaces and develops pedagogical frameworks that leverage coding to deepen conceptual learning and promote equitable participation. Analysis of her 13 publications (2020-2024) reveals three dominant trends: (1) computational tools as catalysts for mathematical creativity and conjecture, (2) quantitative critical analyses of systemic advantages in STEM courses, and (3) investigations of student agency development in proof-based mathematics. These works span ACM computer science education conferences, mathematics education research forums, and interdisciplinary learning sciences venues. Castle actively contributes to major research initiatives: SEISMIC Project: Multi-institutional analysis of equity in introductory STEM courses Transition to Proof Project: Studying sense-making in advanced mathematics Computational Education Research Lab: Developing computational modules for mathematics learning Her teaching portfolio includes Secondary Mathematics Methods (EDCI 434), Proof and Viable Argumentation (MTHE 410), and Calculus I (MTH 132), reflecting her dual expertise. She has extensive experience as instructor of record, teaching assistant, and developer of STEM curricula including high-altitude balloon launch modules for K-12 students.

Sanda Katavić-ČaušićView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Intercultural Communication
• Business English
• English for Special Purposes (ESP)
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Sanda Katavić-Čaušić serves as Senior Lecturer at the Department of Interdisciplinary Courses, Faculty of Economics, University of Osijek. She teaches undergraduate Business English courses (Business English 1, 2, and 6) while holding dual master's qualifications in Education and Economic Sciences. Her academic credentials include: Master of Education in English and German Language and Literature, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Osijek (1998) Master of Economic Sciences, University of Rijeka (2009) Dr. Katavić-Čaušić's research centers on intercultural communication competencies , ICT integration in language pedagogy , and business language applications . Her work bridges linguistic theory with practical business communication needs, emphasizing digital tools like QR codes and social media for enhanced language acquisition. She has developed specialized ESP curricula for military, arts, and business contexts throughout her career. Analysis of her 2021-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on business discourse linguistics (phrasal verbs, word classes in business media) and pandemic-era learning adaptations . Her methodology combines corpus linguistics with pedagogical innovation, particularly in transmedia learning environments and authentic material implementation. Scientific Awards: No major awards documented in available sources She actively implements grant-funded initiatives including the COIL project ( Promicanje interkulturalnih kompetencija kroz suradničke online prakse ) and Erasmus+ collaborations. Professional engagements encompass: Translation of art/culture publications American Corner Osijek partnership projects Membership in UNJSVU (Professional Language Teachers Association) and HUPE (Croatian English Teachers Association)

• Tourism and Hotel Management
• Vocational Education
• Education in Tourism and Hotel Management
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Beysun Güneri serves as a Lecturer at Akdeniz University's Göynük Cuisine Arts Vocational School in the Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Catering since 2019, following her role as Research Assistant at the university's Faculty of Education (2006-2010). Her academic profile uniquely integrates tourism management with culinary arts expertise within Turkey's vocational education framework. Her educational foundation includes: Doctorate in Tourism Management, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Tourism (2010-2018) Postgraduate in Educational Sciences, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Education (2005-2010) Undergraduate in Tourism Management Education, Gazi University (1999-2003) Güneri's research centers on Tourism and Hotel Management, Vocational Education, and Culinary Arts, with specializations in tourist motivation typologies, sustainable hospitality practices, and gastronomy education methodologies. Her work consistently bridges theoretical tourism concepts with practical culinary applications, particularly in Turkish regional cuisines and vocational training models. Analysis of her 31 Web of Science publications reveals evolving research trajectories: early work focused on educational psychology in tourism programs, while recent studies (2022-2025) emphasize digital transformation (QR menus), circular economy applications, and post-pandemic operational challenges in hospitality. Her scholarship increasingly examines sociocultural dimensions including women's entrepreneurship in gastronomy and cultural heritage preservation through regional foods like Mersin Tantuni. She actively contributes to research projects: Creative Delicacies from Little Hands Project (2024) Taste Your Teacher Culture! Project (2024) EU Experience in Molecular Gastronomy (2017-2018) Administratively, she serves on the Department Quality Commission and College Management Board at her vocational school since 2021, shaping culinary education standards while teaching courses spanning tourism geography to advanced pastry techniques.

• Blockchain Technology
• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Cybersecurity
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Professor Kung Chen serves as a Professor in the Department of Management Information Systems at National Chengchi University (NCCU) in Taipei, Taiwan. With over two decades of academic experience, he has established himself as a leading researcher in blockchain technology, financial technology, and cybersecurity. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical business applications, particularly in the financial sector. Ph.D. in Computer Science, Yale University (1989-1994) M.S. in Computer Science, National Taiwan University (1985-1987) B.S. in Computer Science, National Taiwan University (1981-1985) Professor Chen's research primarily focuses on blockchain applications, cybersecurity solutions, and data privacy technologies. His work explores practical implementations of blockchain in financial systems, secure data management frameworks, and privacy-preserving protocols. He has made significant contributions to smart contract development, consensus algorithms, and blockchain integration with IoT systems. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration across computer science, business, and policy domains. Analysis of Professor Chen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on blockchain technology (45%), cybersecurity (25%), and IoT systems (15%). His work shows a clear evolution from foundational research in aspect-oriented programming toward applied financial technology solutions. The interdisciplinary nature of his publications spans computer science, medical informatics, and public policy domains, reflecting his ability to connect technical innovations with real-world applications. Senior Excellent Teacher Award (20 years service) Senior Excellent Teacher Award (10 years service) Distinguished Professor at National Chengchi University Special Outstanding Talent Award from National Science Council Excellent Research Award for Internationalization (multiple years) Type A Research Award from National Science Council Professor Chen has secured substantial research funding as Principal Investigator for numerous projects totaling millions of dollars, primarily from Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council and industry partnerships. His grants focus on blockchain applications in finance, cybersecurity solutions, and academic network infrastructure. He has led major initiatives including the Financial Technology Innovation Operations Research Center and various blockchain laboratory development projects across multiple institutions. Professor Chen is affiliated with several research laboratories at NCCU, including the Lab of Intelligent Finances and Smart Contracts, Blockchain and Financial Technology Innovation Lab, and the E-Business Lab. His research teams typically include interdisciplinary members from computer science, business, and policy backgrounds, reflecting the applied nature of his work. He frequently collaborates with industry partners, particularly in the financial sector, to ensure practical relevance of his research findings.

Jacob O. WobbrockView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Accessible Computing
• Mobile Computing
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Professor Jacob O. Wobbrock is affiliated with the University of Washington , where he holds a position in the Information School and a courtesy role in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering . He co-founded the DUB Group and MHCI+D degree , and serves as Interim Director of the MHCI+D program. As director of the ACE Lab and Founding Co-Director Emeritus of the CREATE Center , he leads research in human-computer interaction (HCI) and accessible computing . Education : B.S. in Symbolic Systems (1998), M.S. in Computer Science (2000), Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction (2006) Research Focus : Input techniques, performance modeling, mobile and accessible computing, VR, and gesture recognition Awards : ACM Fellow (2021), CHI Academy (2019), NSF CAREER (2010), ICMI/ASSETS/UIST Lasting Impact Awards His 15 most recent articles (2023-2025) explore AI-powered accessibility solutions, tactile 3D modeling, mobile reading adaptations, gesture recognition for motor impairments, and screen reader integration. These works span human-computer interaction , artificial intelligence , biomedical data analysis , and inclusive design in both academic and industry contexts. Scientific honors include the SIGCHI Social Impact Award and AMiner Most Influential Scholar rankings. As an entrepreneur , he co-founded AnswerDash (acquired by CloudEngage) and has contributed to patents and expert witness cases. His teaching and advising have produced doctoral graduates now at institutions like Harvard and CMU, though specific student names are not listed in this profile.

Karin StraussView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Computer Science
• Data Storage Systems
• DNA Technology
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Karin Strauss is a Senior Principal Research Manager at Microsoft and an Affiliate Professor at the School of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. Her pioneering work bridges computer science, systems engineering, and environmental sustainability, with a focus on revolutionary approaches to data storage and computing infrastructure that address the growing gap between data generation and storage capacity. Dr. Strauss received her PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2007. Prior to Microsoft, she collaborated with IBM Research on the Blue Gene project during her doctoral studies and subsequently worked at AMD Research for nearly two years. Her research centers on sustainable computing solutions, most notably the development of DNA data storage technology. She has pioneered methods to store digital information in synthetic DNA, leveraging its extraordinary density (one exabyte of data in a cubic inch), durability (thousands of years under proper conditions), and future-readiness. Her work extends to hardware accelerators for machine learning, emerging memory technologies, and sustainable AI through Project Zerix and Project Carbonix. 100 Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company (2016) Best of What's New by Popular Science (2016) Top 10 Emerging Technologies by World Economic Forum (2019) Dr. Strauss leads Microsoft's DNA Data Storage Project, collaborating with the University of Washington since the project's inception, along with partners including Twist Bioscience and ETH Zurich. Her multidisciplinary team spans coding theorists, computer architects, mechanical engineers, and molecular biologists from around the globe, working to automate the DNA storage process and scale it for practical implementation. She has recently expanded her research to explore molecular-level operations on DNA-stored data through DNA nanotechnology.

Diarmuid O'DonoghueView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Creativity
• Analogical Reasoning
• Natural Language Processing
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Diarmuid O'Donoghue is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science & Engineering at Maynooth University, specializing in Computational Creativity and Analogical Reasoning . His research explores topological similarities between text and source code to develop cognitively inspired systems for problem-solving and bias detection. Co-PI of the Modelling implicit bias project (€21/FFP-P/10118) Senior Scientific Coordinator for the €2.6M EU-funded Dr Inventor project Key research areas include: Latent homomorphism detection in lexical data Comparative analysis of LLMs and analogical systems Formal specification generation from code/text His work has shaped undergraduate project frameworks with ethical GenAI integration . Publications span ICCC , GECCO , and journals like Artificial Intelligence Review .

Uwe NaumannView profile

Professor

• Algorithmic Differentiation
• Computational Engineering
• Scientific Computing
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Uwe Naumann is a Universitätsprofessor (University Professor) for Computer Science at RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and Principal Scientist at the Numerical Algorithms Group (NAG) Ltd., Oxford, UK. His research focuses on Algorithmic Differentiation (AD) , including combinatorial problems in AD, integration of AD into numerical methods, AD software development, and AD in parallel high-performance computing. He also explores static and dynamic program analysis, transformation, optimization, and adjoint methods in computational science, engineering, and finance. Education : Dr. rer. nat. (PhD-equivalent in Mathematics, TU Dresden, 1999), Diplom in Mathematics (TU Dresden, 1996). Employment : Principal Scientist, NAG Ltd. (since 2022). Program Director, SIAM Activity Group on Applied and Computational Discrete Algorithms (2021-2022). Professor for Computer Science, RWTH Aachen (since 2004). Postdoctoral Researcher, Argonne National Laboratory (2002-2004). Research Trends : His recent publications emphasize GPU-accelerated optimization, interval arithmetic, Jacobian chaining, differential-algebraic equations, matrix-free methods, and adjoint sensitivity analysis. Contact : naumann@stce.rwth-aachen.de , +49 241 80-28920, IT Center, Room 230, RWTH Aachen.

Just van RossumView profile

Lecturer

• Type Design
• Typography
• Graphic Design
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Just van Rossum (born 1966) is a Lecturer at the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague, teaching type design and programming in the Graphic Design department for both the Bachelor Graphic Design program and Master Type and Media program. As an independent type designer, graphic designer, and software developer, he bridges academic instruction with professional practice in visual communication design. Education Graduated from the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague in 1989 under Gerrit Noordzij Research Interests Type Design Typography Graphic Design Software Development for Design Computational Design Coded Animations His work pioneers the integration of programming with type design, creating influential tools that transform digital typography workflows while exploring experimental visual forms through coded animation and generative design systems. Scientific Awards Permanent collection of MoMA, New York (for FF Beowolf typeface) Collaborations and Creative Practice LettError collaboration with Erik van Blokland producing award-winning typefaces Lowlands Festival Identity project with Hansje van Halem Dailydrawbot.tumblr.com generative art initiative Academic Contributions He shapes design education through specialized instruction in type programming and experimental typography, mentoring students in the intersection of traditional design principles and computational techniques within the Graphic Design department's curriculum.

• Learning Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Robert Ramberg is a Professor at the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) at Stockholm University, Sweden, and serves as research director at the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI). His academic journey began with a PhD in cognitive psychology from Stockholm University's psychology department, establishing a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research spanning cognitive science, educational technology, and human-computer interaction. Ramberg's research interests focus on learning analytics, AI for education, and the application of emerging technologies like IoT, VR, and MR in educational contexts. He leads the Learning Analytics and AI for Education Group and the ReVisE Research Group, which explores how technologies can enhance educational practice through innovative visualizations and real-world applications. His work bridges theoretical frameworks of socio-cultural learning with practical implementations in both educational and military training environments. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on teachers' design processes, simulation training (particularly Live-Virtual-Constructive integration for flight training), and the application of learning analytics in educational settings. His research demonstrates a consistent pattern of investigating how digital tools mediate human action, collaboration, and learning across diverse contexts from primary schools to military aviation. Ramberg teaches courses including 'Cognitive Psychology in HMI' for the bachelor program in interaction design and 'Design for complex and dynamic contexts' for the master's program in design for creative and immersive technology. His current research projects include 'Use of IoT to visualize teachers' patterns of movement in the classroom' and 'L(ive), V(irtual) & C(onstructive) for efficient flight training,' reflecting his dual focus on educational technology and military simulation training. His research methodology frequently employs participatory design approaches, collaborating with teachers, students, and military personnel to develop and evaluate technology-enhanced learning environments. Ramberg maintains active collaborations with schools, industry partners across Sweden, and international research institutions, contributing to the broader field of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) through both theoretical contributions and practical implementations.

David GauthierView profile

Assistant Professor

• Software Studies
• New Media Art
• Philosophy of Computing
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David Gauthier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Media and Culture Studies at Utrecht University's Humanities Institute for Cultural Inquiry. He bridges transdisciplinary research between computational studies, media art, and cultural analysis, with a focus on human-centered artificial intelligence. PhD in Cultural Analysis (University of Amsterdam) Media Arts and Sciences (MIT) Mathematics (Université du Québec à Montréal) His research explores computation as a performative locus through software studies, computational diagnostics, and media philosophy. Key areas include software execution theory, digital archaeology, and creativity post-automation. His artistic practice intersects with academic scholarship, producing commissioned works across Europe and North America. Recent publications interrogate computational processes in Executing (MIT Press) and Coding/Decoding the Archive (Routledge), while artworks like B42 (Surrogate) investigate material computing. Collaborations include the Voice of Machine Theft project with Anna Poletti. Scientific affiliations include: NWO Graduate Programme Fellowship ERC-funded MeLa* project researcher MIT Media Laboratory assistant Hexagram Institute research associate He previously held academic roles at the University of Amsterdam and Banff New Media Institute.

• Variation and Language Change
• Multilingualism and Language Contact
• Creole Studies
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Evelyn Wiesinger is a Junior Professor for Romance Philology (Linguistics) at the University of Tübingen , focusing on variation, language change, multilingualism, creole studies, and construction grammar. She leads the DFG-funded international network CoPrEspa (2023–2025) and collaborates on German-Spanish projects like Gramática de Construcciones (2020–2023). Her habilitation (2021) explores Spanish verb-particle constructions through a usage-based lens. Research Highlights : Specializes in verb-particle constructions in Spanish and French creoles. Analyzes language contact in Caribbean and Guianese creoles. Uses corpus linguistics and cognitive frameworks for diachronic studies. Recent Publications examine motion events in creoles, constructional approaches to Spanish, and multilingual strategies in heritage speakers. She has presented at conferences across Europe and online, including the International Conference on Construction Grammar (2021) and Deutscher Romanistentag (2023).

Kevin Fernandez CosialsView profile

Associate Professor

• Nuclear Engineering
• Safety Analysis
• Thermal-Hydraulics
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Kevin Fernandez Cosials is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy and Fuels at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). He has been an active member of the research group Ciencia y Tecnología de sistemas avanzados de fisión nuclear since 2015. His work focuses on nuclear reactor safety, particularly thermal-hydraulic modeling of containment buildings during design-basis accidents (e.g., LBLOCA) and external hazards like flooding. His research interests span nuclear engineering, computational fluid dynamics (GOTHIC code applications), passive safety systems in Generation III+ reactors (AP1000®), severe accident management, and bibliometric analysis. Recent publications analyze post-Fukushima safety enhancements, including external flooding risks and station blackout scenarios. He also explores pedagogical innovation in nuclear engineering education, such as role-play exercises to teach creative problem-solving for accident scenarios.

Amy LangenbergView profile

Professor

• Classical South Asian Buddhism
• Monasticism
• Gender Studies
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Amy Langenberg is Professor of Religious Studies at Eckerd College , specializing in classical South Asian Buddhism with emphasis on monasticism, gender, sexuality , and ethics . She also engages in ethnographic research on contemporary Buddhist feminisms and sexual abuse dynamics in American Buddhism. Her work interrogates power structures , survivor-centered methodologies , and intersections of bodily experience with liberation theology . Degrees: Ph.D. & M.A., Columbia University; B.A., Harvard University Research Interests span Buddhist gender theory , sexuality studies , and postcolonial ethics . Recent publications analyze non-harm (ahimsa) in sexual practices , male celibacy strategies , and decolonizing Buddhist study abroad programs . Collaborative work with Ann Gleig on sexual abuse in convert Buddhism received the Henry H. Luce Foundation Award . Leadership : Inaugural Faculty Director of the Eastman Citizenship and Leadership Program , mentoring students in justice-oriented education. Her feminist hermeneutics challenge androcentric readings of vinaya texts, revealing women's agency in early monastic communities.

Rachel GalvinView profile

Associate Professor

• comparative poetics
• U.S. Latino/a poetry
• poetry of the Americas
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Rachel Galvin is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Chicago's Division of the Humanities, specializing in transnational poetry and poetics across English, Spanish, and French. Her interdisciplinary work bridges literary scholarship, creative practice, and translation studies while maintaining affiliations with the Center for Latin American Studies, Center for the Study of Race Politics and Culture, and Committee on Creative Writing. Her educational background includes a PhD from Princeton University (2010), followed by prestigious fellowships at the Newberry Library (NEH/Andrew W. Mellon) and Johns Hopkins University (Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship). These experiences shaped her focus on diaspora studies and hemispheric literary exchange. Galvin's research explores how poetic form engages with political crises, particularly examining civilian perspectives on war, multilingual identity construction, and cross-cultural translation practices. Her work reveals how formal constraints in movements like Oulipo intersect with socio-political critique, while her hemispheric approach challenges national literary boundaries through studies of U.S. Latino/a poetry and trans-American literary networks. Key methodologies include archival analysis of periodical culture and comparative textual studies of poetic recycling. Her publications demonstrate consistent engagement with modernist legacies and contemporary poetic innovation, particularly in how poets navigate mediated war experiences and construct belonging through linguistic hybridity. The recurring themes across her work include ethical witnessing, transcultural poetics, and the political dimensions of formal experimentation. John N. Serio Award for best article in Wallace Stevens Journal (2013) Scott Moncrieff Prize for French Translation (2014) Boston Globe recognition as best poetry book of the year (2014) Galvin actively mentors emerging scholars through her role as Associate Literature Editor for ASAP/Journal and has secured significant research support through Mellon and NEH fellowships. Her collaborative projects include the OuTransPo international translation collective, which fosters creative cross-linguistic exchange through constraint-based methodologies. Current initiatives center on Hemispheric Poetics , examining identity construction through literary relationality and political critique across the Americas.