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Magdalena Lang is a Lecturer at the University of Regensburg’s Faculty of Mathematics, specifically affiliated with the Chair of Mathematics Education since 2024. She serves as a supervising teacher for trainee teachers and an internship teacher for students. Her work focuses on pedagogical strategies for teaching mathematics, including how mathematical concepts are internalized and structured in lessons. Education: Studied primary school teaching at the University of Regensburg (1st State Examination, 2016). Professional Timeline: Completed preparatory service (referendariat) in Straubing (2019–2021), taught at Aschheim and Beilngries Primary Schools (2019–2024), and now supports teacher training and curriculum development in mathematics. Her research emphasizes optimizing lesson structures to enhance mathematical learning, particularly in addressing cultural and cognitive challenges faced by students. She is actively involved in cross-departmental initiatives at the University of Regensburg, including collaborations with the Center for Language and Communication (ZSK) to develop academic skills in international students.

• Mathematics Education
• Educational Research
• Teacher Training
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Larissa Schlegel-Pape serves as a Scientific Associate at the Department for Ornamental and Pedigree Poultry within the Farm Animal Clinic of Freie Universität Berlin's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Her work focuses on developing innovative methods for assessing chicken welfare through the creation of the "Stressed Chicken Scale," which aims to systematically identify stress indicators in poultry. Her research interests center on animal welfare science, specifically stress assessment in chickens using both behavioral observation and computer vision technology. She investigates how body posture, movement patterns, and other visual indicators can reliably signal discomfort or stress in poultry, with the goal of creating practical assessment tools for veterinarians and poultry farmers. Her work bridges veterinary medicine, ethology, and technological innovation, contributing to refinement research (one of the 3Rs principles) in animal husbandry. Analysis of her publications reveals a strong focus on developing and validating the Stressed Chicken Scale across multiple contexts. Her work spans methodological development, practical implementation studies, and technological integration with computer vision systems. The research demonstrates progression from conceptual framework to validation studies and practical application, with increasing sophistication in assessment techniques and broader implications for animal welfare standards in poultry farming. Schlegel-Pape actively collaborates with the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) and participates in interdisciplinary projects involving artificial intelligence applications in agriculture. She presents her findings regularly at major German veterinary conferences including the DVG (Deutsche Veterinärmedizinische Gesellschaft) events, DACh Epidemiology conferences, and specialized poultry medicine gatherings. Her work contributes significantly to advancing animal welfare assessment methodologies and promoting refinement in poultry husbandry practices.

• Poultry Science
• Animal Welfare
• Stress Assessment in Chickens
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Prof. Dr. Philipp Heretsch is a Professor and Executive Director at the Institute of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Leibniz University Hannover. He leads the Natural Product Synthesis research group and holds key roles in academic governance, including Deputy Coordinator for Exchange Programmes and representation on various examination and curriculum boards. Research Interests: His research focuses on the synthesis of complex natural products, particularly terpenes and alkaloids, using biosynthesis-inspired strategies. He develops novel carbon–carbon bond manipulation techniques and rearrangement cascades. A significant emphasis is placed on the biological activity of synthesized compounds. He also pioneers the development of continuous flow reactor systems for the selective transformation of sensitive and short-lived chemical species. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2020–2025) demonstrate a strong focus on biogenesis-inspired total synthesis of highly complex natural products (e.g., canataxpropellane, swinhoeisterol), the application of radical-polar crossover and rearrangement strategies, and the innovative use of flow chemistry for scalable and efficient synthesis of both natural products and functional molecules like odorants and ferrocenyl compounds. Scientific Awards: ADUC Prize of the GDCh (2018) DECHEMA Young Scientist Prize for Natural Product Research (2020) ORCHEM Prize for Young Scientists of the Liebig Association for Organic Chemistry of the GDCh Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, he leads an active research group. His work is supported by significant external funding, including an ERC Consolidator Grant for the project "RadCrossSyn" and support from the DFG Heisenberg Program, which facilitated his move to Leibniz University Hannover in 2021. Labs and Teams: He heads the Natural Product Synthesis research group at the Institute of Organic Chemistry, Leibniz University Hannover. His research group, often referred to as the "Heretsch group," is dedicated to developing novel synthetic methodologies and applying them to the synthesis of biologically relevant natural products.

• Natural Product Synthesis
• Organic Chemistry
• Terpene Synthesis
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Prof. Christian Heipke is a distinguished academic serving as Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science at Leibniz University Hannover, Germany. He also holds the position of Executive Director at the Institute of Photogrammetry and GeoInformation (IPI), one of the leading research institutions in geospatial sciences within the faculty. His leadership extends across multiple committees including the Curriculum and Teaching Committee, Admissions and Examination Boards for Geodetic Science and Geoinformatics, and Navigation and Environmental Robotics. As a Professor at IPI, he maintains active research while overseeing significant academic and administrative responsibilities at the university. Professor Heipke's research spans multiple domains within geospatial sciences, with particular emphasis on: Advanced photogrammetric techniques and algorithms Remote sensing applications for environmental monitoring Computer vision approaches for geospatial data analysis Urban development monitoring using satellite imagery Machine learning applications in geoinformatics Disaster prediction and management systems His recent scholarly output reveals a strong focus on integrating cutting-edge computer vision and deep learning techniques with traditional photogrammetric methods. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications shows a clear trajectory toward more sophisticated AI-driven approaches for processing geospatial data, with particular attention to time-series analysis, uncertainty quantification, and multi-view systems. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in flood forecasting, deforestation monitoring, urban planning, and construction materials analysis. The geographic scope of his research has expanded significantly, with recent projects focusing on international case studies in the Philippines and tropical regions. Professor Heipke leads the Institute of Photogrammetry and GeoInformation, a major research hub that has celebrated 75 years of contributions to the field. His leadership extends to the Graduiertenkolleg 2159: "Integrity and Collaboration in Dynamic Sensor Networks," where he serves as a professor overseeing doctoral research. The institute maintains state-of-the-art facilities for processing satellite imagery, aerial photography, and developing novel algorithms for geospatial data analysis. Under his direction, the institute has strengthened its international collaborations and interdisciplinary research approaches, particularly in addressing Sustainable Development Goals through geospatial technologies.

• Photogrammetry
• Geoinformation
• Remote Sensing
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Prof. Dr. Nicole Ondrusch is a Professor at Heilbronn University (HHN) within the Faculty of Computer Science. She specializes in teaching methodological fundamentals of software engineering, including ERP systems, Design Thinking, Change Management, and digital transformation. Her research focuses on educational concepts for computer science technologies and future-relevant skills. Key Roles and Projects: Member of BW-CAR doctoral center Organizer of Barcamp Heilbronn, an unconference teaching project fostering student teamwork Principal investigator in funded projects like DigiTrans (digital transformation education) and DEV:GAMES (educational game development) SAP Academic Board DACH spokesperson since 2021 Research Interests: Her work emphasizes innovative teaching methods such as Design Thinking, agile project implementation, and digital experimentation. She explores ethical AI education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the societal impact of digital transformation. Nicole also develops practical teaching tools like virtual escape rooms and game-based learning frameworks. Grants & Partnerships: Funded by DAAD (DigiTrans), Stiftung Innovation, and others Collaborates with industry partners like SAP and local IT organizations (ConnectIT) Labs & Teams: She leads the Lab:D initiative, developing digital teaching platforms, and co-organizes the Barcamp, a student-led event integrating real-world project management and community building.

• Digital Transformation
• Innovation Management
• Design Thinking
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Ghazal Aarabi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Periodontology, Preventive Dentistry and Dental Conservation within the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). She actively participates in clinical research projects and publications focusing on oral-systemic health connections. Researcher in periodontal epidemiology Key contributor to the Hamburg City Health Study (HCHS) Principal investigator in migration health research (MuMi Study) Research Focus spans three main areas: Periodontal-Brain Interactions through inflammatory pathways Oral Health Literacy among migrant populations Oral-Cardiovascular Links in aging populations Selected Publications (2018-2022) demonstrate her work in: Periodontal disease and cerebral microangiopathy Dental care utilization during pandemics Oral health disparities in migration contexts Current Projects include: PAROCARD : Oral health and cardiovascular surrogate markers MuMi : Migrant oral health promotion Cerebral Microangiopathy study in periodontitis patients

• Periodontology
• Oral Health Literacy
• Public Health
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Prof. Dr. Ulrike Freitag is a distinguished scholar in Islamic Studies and social history of the Arab world, holding a Professorship at Freie Universität Berlin and serving as Director of the Leibniz-Zentrum Moderner Orient (ZMO) . Her work bridges urban history, transregional Islamic networks, and Arabian Peninsula studies within Indian Ocean and Red Sea contexts. Education : PhD in Islamic Studies (Freiburg, 1991), Habilitation (Bonn, 2002) Research : Focus on Ottoman urban violence, Saudi state formation, Hadhrami diaspora, and historical urbanism in Jeddah Her supervision of PhD projects spans topics from Moroccan Sufi sanctußen to Yemeni Jewish communities. Recent scientific awards include fellowships at Leiden University and Käthe-Hamburger Kolleg. She contributes to public discourse through Tagesspiegel op-eds and international conferences.

• Social and cultural history of the Arab world
• Urban history
• Arabian Peninsula
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Klaus Hurrelmann is a Senior Professor of Public Health and Education at the Hertie School. Previously, he served as the founding dean of the first Faculty of Health Sciences in Germany at Bielefeld University and directed the SFB 227 research center for twelve years. His research emphasizes health and education policy, prevention strategies in childhood and adolescence, and the governance of healthcare systems. He has coordinated major studies such as the HBSC for the WHO and leads ongoing national studies on family and youth development. He studied at the University of Münster and the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a doctorate focusing on educational systems and society. His work spans multidisciplinary collaborations, including leadership roles in longitudinal studies like the COPSY project analyzing youth mental health during the pandemic. Research interests include health literacy, systemic crisis response in education, and the interplay between societal trends and youth development. His recent publications highlight generational shifts in responsibility, pandemic impacts on mental health, and policy reforms in healthcare governance. He advises government agencies on youth policy and health system reforms, leveraging his expertise in evidence-based strategies. His current focus includes digital health literacy and the role of schools in addressing societal polarization.

• Public Health Policy
• Education Policy
• Child and Adolescent Development
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Prof. Dr. Birgit Eickelmann is a Professor of School Pedagogy at the Institute of Educational Science within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Paderborn University. She has held this position since October 2012, initially as a W2 professor until January 2014, and then as a W3 professor (full professor) from February 2014 onward. Her research focuses on school and lesson development in the digital age, school pedagogy under digital transformation conditions, empirical school research, teacher education, and school leadership with emphasis on digital learning leadership. Her educational background includes a habilitation in Educational Science in May 2012, a PhD in Educational Science with summa cum laude in July 2009, and state examinations for teaching Mathematics and Physics in December 1996 and January 1999. Prof. Eickelmann's research centers on the digital transformation of educational systems, particularly examining how schools develop digital competencies among students and teachers. Her work emphasizes equitable access to digital learning opportunities, the role of school leadership in digital transformation, and the development of computational thinking skills. She investigates how schools can become resilient in the face of digital challenges, with special attention to organizational factors that support successful digital integration. Her publication record reveals a strong focus on international comparative studies, particularly the IEA's ICILS (International Computer and Information Literacy Study) across multiple cycles (2013, 2018, 2023). Her research spans digital literacy assessment, school-level factors influencing digital competence development, and policy implications for educational systems undergoing digital transformation. Prof. Eickelmann leads several major research initiatives including the National Research Center for the IEA Study ICILS 2023 (2021-2026), the German coordination of the Horizon-2020 project 'DigiGen' (2019-2022), and previous leadership of ICILS 2018 (2015-2021) and ICILS 2013 (2012-2015). She is actively involved in policy advising regarding digital education in Germany. She is a member of numerous scholarly organizations including the World Educational Research Association (since 2021), the Society for Empirical Educational Research (since 2016), and the German Society for Educational Science (since 2014), among others. Her work bridges academic research with practical implementation in schools through projects like 'Navigator Bildung Digitalisierung' and 'schultransformNEXT'.

• Digital Education
• School Pedagogy
• Educational Technology
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Dr. Jan Delcker is a Post-Doc Researcher at the University of Mannheim's Chair for Economic and Business Education, specializing in Learning, Design & Technology. With a background in social work and media education, his research examines digitalization in educational contexts. Key research areas include: AI competence assessment in teachers and students Digital curriculum development in vocational schools Mobile learning applications for language assessment Impact of COVID-19 on school development He teaches courses on educational systems management and research methodology while supervising graduate theses. Recent publications explore AI tool adoption predictors and text mining analysis of vocational curricula.

• Educational Technology
• AI in Education
• Digital Curriculum Development
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Prof. Dr. Mona Hess is a Full Professor and Chairholder of the Chair of Digital Heritage Technologies at Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg , Germany. She directs the M.Sc. Digital Technologies in Heritage Conservation program and serves as Vice-Speaker at the Centre for Heritage Conservation Studies and Technologies (KDWT) . Her work bridges digital documentation, 3D imaging, and heritage conservation, with a focus on cultural landscapes, historic timber, and artifact preservation. Education : Dipl.-Ing. in Architecture (TUM), M.A. in Heritage Conservation (University of Bamberg), Ph.D. in 3D Imaging Metrology for Cultural Heritage (University College London, 2015) Her research spans 3D laser scanning, photogrammetry, SLAM-based recording , and digital twin environments , particularly for structural monitoring, museum artifacts, and historic gardens. She leads projects like VirScan3D (virtual laser scanner simulator) and 3DPetrie (UCL Petrie Museum 3D models) and collaborates on international initiatives such as the British Museum War Canoe digital repatriation. Recent publications emphasize automated defect analysis in timber, multi-modal imaging for ceiling art, and linked open data in heritage. She has contributed to CIPA ICOMOS as an expert member and will chair their Education and Dissemination Commission (2024). Scientific Awards : Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (2016), Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2014) She teaches courses in Digital Object Recording , 3D Spatial Data Modeling , and Science Communication , and organizes international summer schools on heritage monitoring. Her lab, the Chair of Digital Heritage Technologies , collaborates with institutions in Italy, Spain, and the UK, focusing on interdisciplinary innovation in heritage conservation.

• 3D Imaging Metrology
• Heritage Conservation
• Digital Documentation
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Ulrik Schroeder is a Universitätsprofessor (Full Professor) at RWTH Aachen University, leading the Chair of Learning Technologies within the Faculty of Computer Science. His research focuses on the intersection of educational technology, learning analytics, and immersive technologies with particular emphasis on practical implementations in higher education settings. Professor Schroeder's research spans multiple interconnected domains in educational technology. His primary interests include Learning Analytics implementation (particularly using xAPI standards), Virtual Reality applications for education, Open Educational Resources development and conversion, and gamification approaches for programming education. He has developed several notable tools including convOERter for OER conversion, WebWriter for creating explorable explanations, and various xAPI-based learning analytics infrastructures. His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical educational applications, often focusing on computer science education contexts. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating Learning Analytics with immersive technologies, particularly Virtual Reality environments. His research demonstrates a systematic approach to educational technology development, with emphasis on scalability, interoperability through standards like xAPI, and practical implementation in real educational settings. The work increasingly focuses on personalized learning paths, quality assurance for educational resources, and privacy-conscious data collection. Co-editor of 21. Fachtagung Bildungstechnologien (DELFI) (2023) Co-editor of Hochschuldidaktik der Informatik HDI 2018 Co-editor of DeLFI 2018 conference proceedings Professor Schroeder has supervised numerous doctoral and postdoctoral researchers who frequently appear as co-authors on his publications, indicating an active research group. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations across computer science, education, and psychology. Current major initiatives include the AIStudyBuddy project for study path analysis and the development of VR classroom simulations for teacher training. His research group, the Learning Technologies Innovation Lab, develops open research tools that support various aspects of educational technology research and implementation.

• Learning Analytics
• Educational Technology
• Virtual Reality Education
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Anna Levina is an Assistant Professor for Computational Neuroscience at the University of Tübingen , affiliated with the Department of Computer Science under the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on the self-organization of neuronal activity, critical dynamics in neural networks, and the excitation/inhibition balance in cortical circuits. Current positions: Assistant Professor (since 2018), Group Leader (2017-2018), Equality Officer (Computer Science) Previous roles: IST Fellow (2015-2017), Associated Researcher (2011-2015), Postdoc/PI (2011-2015), Postdoc (2008-2011) Her research integrates mathematical modeling , statistical physics , and computational neuroscience to study criticality phenomena, neural avalanches, and adaptive network dynamics. Key interests include: Self-organized criticality in neural systems Excitation/Inhibition balance mechanisms Network topology and dynamics Timescale analysis in neural processing Stochastic modeling of neural activity Recent publications reveal trends in understanding critical dynamics across biological and artificial networks, with applications to memory systems, sensorimotor integration, and disease modeling. She has received recognition as an IST Fellow .

• Self-organized criticality
• Neuronal network dynamics
• Excitation/Inhibition balance
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Umakishore Ramachandran is a Professor in the School of Computer Science within the College of Computing at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research spans edge computing, distributed systems, and real-time video analytics, with significant contributions to fog computing infrastructure, mobile systems, and sensor networks. Over a prolific 38-year career, he has authored 142 publications with major contributions in 2022-2025. His research interests focus on bridging the gap between cloud and edge computing, with pioneering work in video analytics systems like EVA and MicroEdge. He investigates resource optimization for latency-sensitive applications, developing novel approaches for load shedding, data management, and container runtime efficiency at the network edge. His work addresses fundamental challenges in distributed camera networks, autonomous vehicle systems, and real-time stream processing. Ramachandran's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical edge computing solutions, with 75% of his 2021-2025 work focusing on video analytics and infrastructure optimization. His research shows increasing collaboration with industry partners while maintaining academic rigor, with publications appearing in top venues like SIGMOD, Middleware, and DEBS. The work consistently addresses real-world constraints of resource-constrained edge environments. Ramachandran has mentored numerous researchers who have become principal investigators on edge computing projects, with notable collaborators including Harshit Gupta, Enrique Saurez, and Zhuangdi Xu appearing as first authors on multiple papers. His work has received significant grant support for projects related to mobile fog computing and distributed video analytics. He leads research in the Edge Computing Laboratory at Georgia Tech, focusing on the development of practical frameworks for real-world deployment of edge infrastructure. Current projects include eCAV for connected autonomous vehicles and MicroEdge for multi-tenant camera processing systems.

• Edge Computing
• Fog Computing
• Distributed Systems
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Mahmoud Abdallah is a Researcher at the Center for Islamic Theology , University of Tübingen, where he has worked since 2020. His career includes roles as Senior Scientist at the University of Innsbruck (2019–2020), Project Leader at ZITh (2016–2019), and Post-Doc researcher (2013–2018). He also held guest lectures at Marmara University (2017) and served as an Arabic Editor (2012–2013). Education : PhD in Comparative Linguistics (2012, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf), Master’s summa cum laude (2002, University of Minia), State Examination (1998, Al-Azhar University). Research Interests focus on Islamic Theology , Pastoral Care , Interreligious Dialogue , and Religious Institutions in Pluralistic Societies . He explores hermeneutics in Islamic counseling, Ḥisba in public order, and Umma dynamics in multicultural contexts. Recent Publications (2014–2022) analyze Qur’anic ambiguity , interfaith education , religious responses to crises (e.g., pandemic pastoral care), and Islamic social ethics . Key themes include Abrahamic unity , contextual theology , and religious hermeneutics . Scientific Awards : Master’s degree with summa cum laude distinction (University of Minia, 2002). Advising & Projects : Co-editor of Grundlagen muslimischer Seelsorge (2020) and Theologie des Zusammenlebens series (2017–2022). Led the 2016 project Scientific Education and Social Responsibility (Baden-Württemberg Ministry). Currently working on books about Prophetic Hermeneutics (2023) and Religious Transformations in Crisis (2022). Committee Memberships : Member of the German Islam Conference (since 2018), Scientific Advisory Boards at Zukunftsforum Islam e.V. (since 2017), and the DAVO (German Working Group on the Middle East, since 2009).

• Islamic Theology
• Pastoral Care
• Interreligious Dialogue
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