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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.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
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Prof. Dr. Andreas Butz is a Full Professor and Chair for Human-Computer Interaction at the Department for Informatics, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU Munich). He leads the Media Informatics Group, focusing on innovative interaction techniques and interfaces in immersive environments like VR/AR, automotive systems, and smart spaces. His research emphasizes perceptual user interfaces, social robotics, and designing systems that balance invisibility with transparency. Key research areas include: Virtual/Augmented Reality interfaces for productivity and social interaction AI-driven decision support in safety-critical domains (aviation, healthcare) Haptic and wearable interaction technologies Automotive UI design for driver assistance systems Principles of explainable AI and human-AI collaboration His work bridges theory and practice through projects like: VR-based movement training systems AI trust calibration mechanisms Multi-modal interaction frameworks for automotive environments Systems for analyzing long-term music listening behavior Recent articles explore topics ranging from AI support in pilot decision-making to haptic wearables and creative writing interfaces. His team collaborates with industry partners on electric vehicle information systems and in-car interaction challenges.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
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Prof. Dr. Katja Thoring is a Full Professor of Integrated Product Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM School of Engineering and Design). She holds a doctorate in Design Research from Delft University of Technology and has previously served as Professor of Integrated Design at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in Dessau from 2009–2022. Her research bridges product design, architectural space, and technology, focusing on how physical environments stimulate creativity and design processes across functional, emotional, and cognitive dimensions. Key areas include generative AI applications in design, innovative research methodologies, and creative workspace design. She developed methods like the 'Delphi Design Sprint' and contributed to frameworks such as the FOD (Future-Oriented Design) model. Thoring is a member of prominent design societies (DGTF, Design Society, DRS) and a founding member of the Academy of Design Innovation Management (ADIM). Notable awards include the 'Best Paper Award' at ADIM Conference (2017) and recognition as a top early-career researcher (2019). Her work integrates design education innovation, with studies on pedagogical spaces and cross-cultural design thinking. She has published extensively on design knowledge models, creative environments, and future-oriented design strategies.

• Creative Workspace Design
• Design Thinking
• Generative AI in Design
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Professor Matthias Lederer serves as a faculty member at the Weiden Business School of Ostbayerische Technical University Amberg-Weiden, specializing in Business Informatics with a focus on Process Management. His academic position is complemented by extensive industry experience across multiple sectors including IT services, manufacturing, and consulting. Dr. Lederer's research spans four interconnected domains: process analysis and optimization, IT process management, agile process transformation, and didactics for process digitization. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly in business process management (BPM), digital transformation, and the integration of agile methodologies into organizational structures. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated applications of data science and artificial intelligence in process optimization. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on practical implementations of business process management, with particular emphasis on agile transformations, data-driven process design, and the application of AI in business contexts. His work consistently addresses the intersection of academic research and industry practice, with publications appearing in both academic journals and professional conference proceedings. The research demonstrates growing attention to digital platforms, smart manufacturing applications, and sustainable business practices. His scientific recognition includes: Best Program Director award from ISM International School of Management Project Award 'Innovative LernOrte' from OTH Award for Good Teaching from the Bavarian State Ministry Best Paper Award at the 2014 International Conference on Information Systems Multiple professional certifications including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and OMG-Certified Expert in Business Process Management Professor Lederer has developed significant academic leadership through his role as Chairman of the Institute of Innovative Process Management. His teaching approach integrates practice-integrated methodologies, reflecting his belief in connecting academic concepts with real-world applications. His extensive consulting background with organizations like REHAU AG + Co. and the Bavarian Ministry of Justice informs his academic work and student mentorship.

• Process Management
• Business Process Optimization
• Agile Methodologies
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Anja Eggert serves as an Artistic-technical teacher in the weaving workshop of the Textile Design course within the Department of Textile Design at the State Academy of Fine Arts Stuttgart. She also holds the position of Member of the Senate at the institution, indicating her involvement in academic governance and institutional decision-making processes. Her professional expertise centers on the intersection of artistic expression and technical textile production, with specialized knowledge in weaving techniques and methodologies. As an artistic-technical teacher, she bridges creative design concepts with practical implementation skills, likely instructing students in both traditional hand-weaving methods and contemporary industrial textile production processes. Her role emphasizes the material properties of fibers, structural design of fabrics, and the integration of aesthetic considerations with functional requirements in textile creation. Based at the Weißenhof Campus in the Ceramics Building, Room 226, she maintains a dedicated workspace for textile instruction. The presence of a weaving workshop within the Ceramics Building suggests interdisciplinary connections between textile and ceramic arts at the academy, potentially fostering cross-medium experimentation among students.

• Weaving
• Textile Design
• Artistic Textiles
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Carsten Deckert serves as Professor of Innovation and Production Management at Hochschule Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences within the Faculty of Mechanical and Process Engineering. He leads the WIM (Business Information Systems and Management) program and teaches courses including Basics of Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Technology Management, Innovation and Technology Management, and Operations Management, along with electives in Sustainable Logistics and Behavioral Economics. Dr. Deckert's research focuses on the intersection of cultural influences and innovation capacity at both national and organizational levels, sustainable logistics systems, engineering creativity, and social innovation. His work examines how cultural dimensions such as collectivism, performance orientation, trust, and tolerance impact a nation's ability to innovate. He has pioneered research on measuring engineering creativity and comparing it with artificial intelligence capabilities, while also exploring sustainable logistics solutions including micro-depots for urban parcel delivery and underground cargo transport systems. His extensive publication record of 117 publications with over 57,000 reads demonstrates significant scholarly impact across multiple disciplines. The recent articles reveal a clear research trajectory examining cultural determinants of innovation, sustainable logistics solutions for urban environments, and creativity in engineering education. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical business applications, often presented through detailed case studies on topics ranging from synthesizer development to rap music commercialization. Dr. Deckert actively supervises bachelor's and master's theses in areas including cultural influences on innovation capacity, creativity in engineering, social innovation, sustainable logistics, and behavioral economics. He encourages students to submit inquiries regarding thesis supervision with details about their degree program, expected supervision period, preferred subject areas, and academic transcripts. His research projects include the assessment of the ecological and economic implementation of the CargoCap system at the Bergisch Gladbach site, demonstrating his commitment to practical, sustainable logistics solutions.

• Cultural Influences on Innovation
• Sustainable Logistics
• Engineering Creativity
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Prof. Angela Roth is a Professor at the Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg, leading the Chair of Information Systems I – Innovation and Value Creation. She co-chairs the department and directs the Open Service Lab (OSL). Her research focuses on service innovation, digital service systems, organizational competencies, and the future of work, with a strong emphasis on interactive value creation and living lab methodologies. She collaborates closely with industry partners and non-university research institutes, driving projects in servitization, service systems engineering, and workspace innovation. Prof. Roth previously led the Decision Support Systems department at Fraunhofer IIS-SCS and holds a habilitation and dissertation in logistics. Her teaching includes innovation strategies for digital transformation, service systems, and interactive service innovation. Her work explores stakeholder integration in service innovation, AI-driven service design, and workspace change dynamics. The Open Service Lab (OSL) serves as a platform for co-creation with customers and industry, exemplified by projects like JOSEPHS®. She also investigates the role of data in business model innovation and the societal implications of automation in service sectors.

• Service Innovation
• Organizational Competencies in Service Innovation
• Service Systems in Digital Contexts
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Andreas Fender is a researcher at the Visualization Institute of the University of Stuttgart (VISUS), affiliated with the Schmalstieg Working Group. He has held postdoctoral positions at ETH Zurich (Switzerland) and the University of Sussex (England), following his PhD at Aarhus University (Denmark) with an internship at Microsoft Research (USA). His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction, particularly in Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) and camera networks. He develops novel input methods for productivity and artistic expression in Mixed Reality environments, creating hybrid physical-digital systems like OptiBasePen, PressurePick, InfinitePaint, and DeltaPen. Recent work includes contributions to Mixed Reality input methods (UIST 2024, CHI 2022) and collaborative systems (Asynchronous Reality). Projects like GuitarPie (UIST 2025) and OptiBasePen (UIST 2024) demonstrate his focus on mobile interaction and ergonomic design. Scientific accolades include the Best paper award at CHI 2022 Best application paper award at ISS 2019 . At VISUS, he collaborates with Dieter Schmalstieg and leads hiring for PhD students and PostDocs exploring physical-digital workflows, artistic tools, and critical AI engagement. His work integrates machine learning, hardware prototyping, and spatial user interfaces to redefine future workplaces.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
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Anna Oechslen is a Research Associate and postdoctoral researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Spatial Social Research (IRS) since March 2023, and holds a junior professorship for anthropological studies in culture and history at the University of Hamburg during the winter semester 2023/2024. She studied Social Science and Modern South and Southeast Asian Studies at Humboldt University of Berlin and University of Sussex. Research Interests: Digitalization and globalization of work practices Feminist research approaches Ethnographic methods Translocal work relationships via digital platforms Creative industries and platform economy Publications: Her work focuses on remote work, platform labor, socio-technical systems, and gendered spatial dynamics, with recent articles in journals like Global Networks and Digital Geography and Society . Projects: She is involved in the third-party funded project REMAKING (2024-2027), analyzing socioeconomic impacts of remote work. Her Platform Ecology research (2018-2021) explored digital platform work in fashion design and creative industries.

• Digitalization of Work
• Platform Economy
• Feminist Research Approaches
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Prof. Guido Englich is a Professor of Industrial Design/Strategic Product and Concept Development at Burg Giebichenstein Art Academy since 2004. He previously taught at the Berlin University of the Arts (1990–1996) after studying German and theater at Free University Berlin (1981–1985) and industrial design at Berlin University of the Arts (1985–1990). As Dean of the Design Department (2006–2010, 2014–2017) and Chairman of the Industrial Design Study Committee since 2005, he has shaped academic leadership in design education. Education German & Theater Studies, Free University Berlin (1981–1985) Industrial Design, Berlin University of the Arts (1985–1990) His research focuses on design strategies for sustainability, social intervention, and environmental crisis mitigation. Key interests include speculative design, human-environment interactions, open-source design, and integrating film/photography into design processes. Projects like Food Culture Empowerment and Studio Cambio: Forest exemplify his work in material innovation and systems thinking. He has supervised master's theses on topics ranging from Street Vendors to Design Without Sketching , mentoring students in prototyping, bionics, and post-industrial production strategies. His scientific award for the Mac Travel Guide (1991) highlights early recognition in design communication. Englich leads the VideoLab at Burg Giebichenstein, emphasizing film as a design tool. Collaborations with professionals like Benjamin Schief, Julius Abromeit, and institutions such as BioLab and ScobeyTec demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach.

• Industrial Design
• Strategic Product Development
• Sustainable Design
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Dr. Christian Hoßbach is a researcher at the Chair of Human Resource Management and Business Governance in the Faculty of Law and Economics at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg. His work bridges HR practices with innovation management, focusing on creativity in hybrid work environments. PhD in Economics (summa cum laude, 2023) M.Sc. in Human Resources Management (2017) B.A. in Business Administration (2015) Research spans: - Creative self-efficacy development through training - Hybrid work collaboration dynamics - Data-driven self-leadership approaches - Systemic research methodology applications Recent publications show a trajectory from creativity theory to practical AI integration in 2024-2025. Key journals include Research in the Sociology of Organizations and International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management . • Transferpreis Halle for regional innovation collaboration • Dr. Hans Riegel Foundation grant for pandemic-era creativity research • Springer Best Masters publication recognition

• Creativity Management
• Innovation Management
• Human Resources Management
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Dr. Susanne Draheim is the Managing Director of the Research and Transfer Center 'Smart Systems' at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences , within the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science and the Department of Computer Science . Her work bridges cutting-edge technology with ethical considerations, focusing on smart environments and interdisciplinary research. Managing Director, Research and Transfer Center 'Smart Systems' Department of Computer Science, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences Laboratory: 'Living Place' and 'Creative Space for Technical Innovations' Her research spans Affective Computing , Ambient Displays , Ethical AI , and Hybrid Work Technologies . She explores how technology integrates into human contexts, emphasizing ethics, small data challenges, and environmental awareness. Recent studies include the 'EmotionBike Project' and frameworks for long-term field research. Her work demonstrates a strong focus on Human-Computer Interaction in agile environments, leveraging Machine Learning for real-time health monitoring and stress detection. She investigates the sociotechnical dynamics of ambient displays in professional settings, aiming to enhance workplace efficiency and user-driven innovation. Key trends in her publications include Smart Systems for ethical agency, Environmental Monitoring via interactive interfaces, and Digital Ethics in academic labs. Her interdisciplinary approach merges Computer Science Education with Sustainability and Public Engagement strategies.

• Affective Computing
• Smart Systems
• Ambient Displays
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Prof. Mirco Becker is a Professor at the Leibniz University Hannover, holding roles as Executive Director of the Institute for Design and Presentation and leading the Department of Digital Methods in Architecture within the Faculty of Architecture and Landscape Sciences. His expertise focuses on computational aesthetics, digital fabrication, and robotic systems in architectural design. He manages the 3D printing facilities for the faculty and serves as the BAföG representative for Architecture students. His research integrates artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and advanced materials to explore innovative architectural solutions. Becker’s research interests emphasize computational methods for evaluating architectural aesthetics, immersive design environments, and modular robotic construction systems. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, such as using machine learning to quantify aesthetic preferences and developing materials like felt-concrete composites. He has contributed to projects like 'VRoxel' (an immersive design tool) and 'Project DisCo' (VR-based modular block choreography). His publications highlight themes such as algorithmic aesthetics, robotic fabrication, and sustainable materials, reflecting a commitment to advancing digital tools in architecture. He actively participates in academic leadership roles, overseeing institutional facilities and student support systems.

• Computational Aesthetics
• Architectural Design
• Digital Fabrication
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Mai Otsuki is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information and Computer Science at Keio University's Faculty of Science and Technology, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction with a focus on Augmented and Virtual Reality systems. Her research spans nearly two decades, with an extensive publication record in top-tier venues including CHI, UIST, VRST, and IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics. Dr. Otsuki's primary research interests center on developing novel interaction techniques for augmented and virtual environments, particularly focusing on remote collaboration, spatial interfaces, and haptic feedback systems. Her work addresses fundamental challenges in how humans perceive and interact with virtual elements, with practical applications in remote instruction, industrial training, sports education, and service industry skill development. She has pioneered approaches for gaze representation, semantic labeling in AR, and physical interaction with virtual objects. Her recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued innovation in applying AR/VR technologies to practical domains including industrial machinery operation, shopping experiences, and assembly tasks, with growing emphasis on physiological metrics and cognitive load assessment. Her work consistently bridges theoretical HCI principles with real-world applications, showing particular strength in experimental design and user-centered evaluation methodologies. Dr. Otsuki has established a robust collaborative network with researchers across Japan and internationally, frequently working with Hideaki Kuzuoka, Asako Kimura, Fumihisa Shibata, and Hideyuki Tamura. Her research group appears to focus on developing practical AR/VR systems that address specific human performance challenges in collaborative and instructional contexts.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
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Prof. Dr. Answin Vilmar is a marketing scholar with over 20 years of experience in marketing agencies and 15+ years as an academic at institutions including IST University of Applied Sciences (since 2013). His expertise spans marketing ethics, sustainability, brand cooperation, and creative processes . Education: B.A. in International Marketing, Dipl.-Kfm., and Dr. rer. oec. from Technical University Berlin, Vienna University of Economics, and N.I.H.E. Dublin Current Roles: Member of the University Council, owner of VILMARKETING consultancy, and operator of www.good.marketing His research focuses on social marketing, sustainable branding, and creativity in campaigns . Over his career, he has advised >100 brands and authored numerous publications on: Brand extensions in cultural venues Green marketing strategies LOHAS consumer markets Virtual team creativity Textile sustainability certification Workforce development campaigns Recent case studies analyze the Tonhalle Duesseldorf , Tchibo’s education initiatives , and tools for skilled crafts workforce shortages. His work emphasizes ethical marketing practices and creative risk-taking .

• Marketing
• Social Marketing
• Business Ethics
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