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• Information Management
• Data Security
• Scientific Databases
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Marianne Winslett is a Professor at the University of Illinois' Siebel School of Computing and Data Science, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science since 1987. Her research focuses on data security, information management, and privacy in cyber-physical systems. She co-led the TrustBuilder project, advancing access control and authentication in open computing environments, and directed the Advanced Digital Sciences Center (ADSC) in Singapore from 2009–2013, addressing challenges in data analytics and smart grids. Her work includes pioneering methods to ensure privacy in biomedical data analysis. Education: Earned her doctorate in Computer Science from Stanford University and worked at Bell Labs before joining Illinois. Awards: ACM Fellow (2006), NSF Presidential Young Investigator (1989), University Scholar, and Stanley H. Pierce Award for advising. She has supervised 24 PhD theses and mentored numerous graduate students, particularly supporting female scholars. Research Interests Secure data management in distributed systems Privacy-preserving techniques for biomedical data Adversarial attack detection in cyber-physical systems like smart grids Elastic resource scheduling in cloud environments Query optimization under differential privacy constraints Key Contributions Developed frameworks for self-supervised learning in smart grid cybersecurity Pioneered causal mechanism transfer networks for mechanical system domain adaptation Advanced auto-scaling strategies for real-time stream processing (DRS/Elasticutor systems) Labs & Teams Former Director of the Advanced Digital Sciences Center (ADSC), a University of Illinois research outpost in Singapore focusing on data analytics and IoT applications.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Cybersecurity
• Privacy and Ethics in Technology
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Leah Zhang-Kennedy is an Assistant Professor at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, University of Waterloo. She holds a cross-appointment in Faculty roles, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, ethics, and human behavior. Her research explores privacy implications in emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and extended reality (XR), with a focus on deceptive design patterns, cybersecurity education, and cryptocurrency user behavior. Key themes include ethical responsibility in AI failures, user perceptions of smart home devices, and mitigating privacy harms through storytelling and design interventions. Zhang-Kennedy’s work spans over a decade, with publications analyzing deceptive game mechanics, VR privacy risks, and children’s online privacy education. Her projects often involve collaborative development of educational tools such as interactive comics and visualizations to enhance public understanding of security and privacy concepts. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her contributions highlight innovative approaches to addressing technology’s societal impacts through both critical analysis and practical design solutions.

Alfred HeroView profile

Professor

• Data Science
• Statistical Machine Learning
• Distributed Optimization
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Alfred Hero is the John H. Holland Distinguished University Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the R. Jamison and Betty Williams Professor of Engineering at the University of Michigan. He is currently on leave from the University of Michigan as a Program Director in the CISE Directorate at the National Science Foundation. His primary appointment is in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) with secondary appointments in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Statistics. He is affiliated with multiple research centers including the UM Center for Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics (CCMB), the UM Graduate Program in Applied and Interdisciplinary Mathematics (AIM), the UM Applied Physics Program, and the Michigan Institute for Data Science (MIDAS). Hero's research focuses on data science, developing theory and algorithms for multimodality data collection, fusion, analysis and visualization using statistical machine learning and distributed optimization. His work has applications in wearable technologies for personalized health and predictive medicine, spatio-temporal networks in biology, climate, and social discourse, anomaly detection, and data analysis for international security. His research group has produced numerous PhD students who have gone on to prominent academic and industry positions. His recent publications show a strong focus on high-dimensional statistical methods, machine learning theory, network analysis, and applications in biomedical domains. The research trends indicate increasing emphasis on multimodal data fusion, robust learning algorithms, and applications to complex systems in biology and security domains. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations across diverse application areas. Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) Fourier Award in Signal Processing from the IEEE Hero has advised numerous PhD, MS, and undergraduate students who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry. His research has been supported by various grants, though specific grant details are not provided in the source material. His lab collaborates extensively across disciplines with researchers in statistics, biomedical engineering, and computational medicine. The Hero Research Group maintains active collaborations with institutions worldwide and participates in major conferences in machine learning, signal processing, and data science.

• Microchannel Engineering
• Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell
• Two-phase Flow
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Eon Soo Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). His primary research focuses on advanced materials engineering, biomedical microfluidics, and assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities. He has led federally funded projects including 'I-Corps: Multiplex Diagnostic Assay Using Interdigitated Nano-Sensing Technology' (NSF, 2023-2025) and 'Innovative Nano Catalysts for Automobile and Fuel Cell Applications' (NSF, 2018). Research Interests: Lee's work spans interdisciplinary areas including: Development of N-doped graphene/MOF composites for energy applications Microfluidic systems for blood plasma separation and antigen detection Design of accessible technologies for visually impaired users, including VR audio descriptions and remote sighted assistance systems Grants and Projects (select): National Science Foundation (2023): $500K for multiplex diagnostic assays National Science Foundation (2018): $300K for nano-catalysts in fuel cells Multiyear collaborations with industry partners on biosensor integration Innovation Highlights: Developed AIGuide: AR hand-guidance system for visual impairments Pioneered omnidirectional audio descriptions for VR music performances Published extensively in Carbon , Biomicrofluidics , and ACM/IEEE accessibility venues

• Pervasive Sensing
• Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML)
• Edge AI
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Prof. Eiman Kanjo is a Professor of Pervasive Sensing & TinyML and Head of the Smart Sensing Lab at Nottingham Trent University. She leads the Smart Nottingham and Smart Campus initiatives, focusing on impactful applications of mobile sensing, wearable tech, and edge AI. Her work bridges academia, industry, and community, emphasizing privacy-preserving AI for mental health, environmental monitoring, and social prescribing. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2005), University of Abertay Dundee. Formerly a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge and researcher at the University of Nottingham’s Mixed Reality Lab. Collaborates with organizations like the tinyML Foundation, Health Data Research UK (HDRUK), and the Alan Turing Institute. Research Interests : Pervasive computing, TinyML, Edge AI, wearable devices, environmental sensing, mental health technologies, and community-driven solutions for urban wellbeing. She pioneered early mobile sensing systems like NoiseSPY (2010) and MobSens (2009). Key Projects : 5G Connected Forest (£10m DCMS grant) : Smart environmental monitoring in Sherwood Forest. TagWithMe : AI-driven proximity-based games for community wellbeing. EPSRC Green+ Network : Tech for healthier environments. Awards & Recognition : Top 50 Women in Engineering (2023). Outstanding Educator of the Year Award (EDGE AI Foundation, 2023). 2021 Vice-Chancellor’s Outstanding Research Team Award (Smart Sensing Lab). Grants & Collaborations : Over £10m in funding from EPSRC, InnovateUK, MOD, and DEFRA. Partners include Nottingham City Council, tinyML Foundation, Health Data Research UK, and industry stakeholders. Labs & Initiatives : Leads the Smart Sensing Lab , developing technologies for Green Social Prescribing at Rufford Country Park and Highbury Mental Health Hospital.

Kendall CortelyouView profile

Professor

• Health Care Workforce Issues
• Consumer Informatics
• Health Care Informatics
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Kendall Cortelyou is a Professor and Director of the School of Global Health Management and Informatics at the University of Central Florida's College of Community Innovation and Education. She specializes in health care informatics, teaching in both undergraduate and graduate programs, and collaborates with community partners on workforce development initiatives. Dr. Cortelyou earned her Master's in Health Services Administration and Ph.D. in Public Affairs — Health Services Management and Research Track from her current institution. Her research focuses on health care workforce dynamics, consumer informatics, telehealth accessibility, and improving health literacy through technology. Recent publications emphasize health data privacy, telemedicine expansion in rural areas, and operationalizing patient-centered care models. Her work bridges academic research with practical healthcare challenges, particularly in leveraging technology for equitable access and workforce preparedness. Her professional activities include advising on electronic health record implementations and disaster preparedness for health information exchanges. She advocates for integrating technology into healthcare education to enhance clinical practice and patient engagement.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR)
• User Experience (UX)
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Vassilis Charisis is a Professor of Creative Technologies and Associate Dean of Research and Innovation at the School of Arts and Creative Industries, Edinburgh Napier University . He holds a PhD and MPhil in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and VR/AR from the University of Glasgow and serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of Nicosia (Cyprus) and University of West Attica (Greece). Former roles include Professor of HCI and VR/AR at Glasgow Caledonian University Founder and Director of VRS Lab and VRDS Lab Director of Visual, Affective and Pervasive Systems (VAPS) research group His research spans Human-Computer Interaction , Virtual/Augmented Reality , User Experience (UX) , Artificial Intelligence , and Medical Simulation . With over £12.5M in research funding and 100+ publications, he focuses on: Automotive Engineering : AR/VR interfaces, collision avoidance systems Healthcare Applications : Dialysis training, telemedicine Consumer Electronics : UX optimization, gesture recognition Recent publications highlight trends in XR for geriatric rehabilitation , AI-driven AR HUD systems , and IoT security frameworks . His work integrates AI, immersive environments , and user-centered design across domains. Scientific Awards International awards for automotive design (FIAT, Opel) Professional memberships: MIET, FBCS, FRSA, FDSRI, SFHEA He advises on PhD supervision (e.g., Kweku Bram Larbi) and contributes to advisory committees like the Scottish Arts and Humanities Alliance . His projects include: VR Dialysis Training Systems (Kidney Research UK, NHS) noPILLLS in the Water (EU FP7, £7.5M) Collision Avoidance AR Interfaces for emergency vehicles

Jonathan LazarView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Digital Accessibility
• Disability Rights and Policy
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Dr. Jonathan Lazar is a Professor in the College of Information Studies (iSchool) at the University of Maryland, where he serves as Executive Director of the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA) and core faculty in the Human-Computer Interaction Lab (HCIL). He previously held a professorship at Towson University, where he founded the Universal Usability Lab and directed the information systems program. His work bridges human-computer interaction (HCI), disability rights, and legal policy to advance digital accessibility for marginalized populations, particularly blind users, individuals with cognitive impairments, and people with Down syndrome. Education: LL.M. (Disability Rights Law, University of Pennsylvania), Ph.D. (Information Systems, UMBC), M.S. (Information Systems, UMBC), B.B.A. (Management Information Systems, Loyola University Maryland). Research Focus: Dr. Lazar's work emphasizes ICT accessibility in developing countries, non-visual modalities for blind users, ballot accessibility for voters with disabilities, and legal frameworks to enforce accessibility standards. He has authored/co-authored 17 books and over 200 peer-reviewed articles, with notable contributions on accessible data visualization, automated accessibility testing, and the intersection of law and technology. Awards: Includes the ACM SIGACCESS Outstanding Contribution Award (2020), ACM SIGCHI Social Impact Award (2016), and multiple University System of Maryland Board of Regents Awards. His research has influenced U.S. federal regulations, including airline website accessibility mandates following his work on discriminatory pricing for blind travelers. Professional Service: Serves on the executive board of the Friends of the Maryland Library for the Blind, co-chairs the Cambridge Workshop on Universal Access and Assistive Technology (CWUAAT), and advises government agencies on accessibility policy. He advocates for inclusive design in public libraries, voting systems, and educational technologies. Labs & Projects: Leads the Trace R&D Center's legacy work on accessibility, co-designs health IT tools with individuals with Down syndrome, and develops tools like FormA11y for PDF accessibility remediation. His research emphasizes translating academic findings into actionable policies and practices.

Maura R. GrossmanView profile

Research Professor

• High-Recall Information Retrieval
• AI Ethics
• Electronic Discovery
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Maura R. Grossman is a Research Professor at the University of Waterloo, specializing in High-Recall Information Retrieval, AI ethics, and legal technology. Her work focuses on ensuring comprehensive information retrieval in high-stakes contexts like electronic discovery in law, healthcare data curation, and medical evidence synthesis. She explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and legal systems, particularly addressing challenges posed by AI-generated evidence and deepfakes in judicial processes. Education: J.D. (Georgetown University Law Center, 1999), Ph.D. (Adelphi University, 1984), M.A. (Adelphi University, 1982), A.B. (Brown University, 1980). Research interests include AI accountability in courts, responsible data science practices, and improving electronic discovery methodologies. Recent work analyzes AI’s role in legal proceedings, ethical AI frameworks, and healthcare data governance. Her publications emphasize validating technology-assisted review (TAR) systems and evaluating generative AI impacts on marginalized communities. Her articles highlight trends in AI’s legal implications, healthcare data sharing protocols, and the need for transparent algorithmic systems in justice contexts. She contributes to TREC tracks, advancing high-recall retrieval techniques for legal and medical document analysis. Notable projects include developing frameworks for unbiased health data sharing and analyzing AI’s effects on marginalized writers. Her work underscores interdisciplinary collaboration between law, computer science, and healthcare to address emerging technological challenges.

Megan SchliepView profile

Assistant Professor

• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Aphasia
• Implementation Science
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Megan Schliep, PhD, CCC-SLP, MPH, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at MGH Institute of Health Professions (IHP). She holds a clinical appointment as a speech-language pathologist at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital within the Mass General Brigham Network. Her research focuses on post-stroke aphasia, implementation science, and improving clinical practices through standardized assessments. She completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences at MGH IHP (2020) and a postdoctoral fellowship under Dr. Prue Plummer in the Cognitive-Motor Behavior Lab. Education: PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (MGH IHP), MPH (Northwestern University), MA in Communication Sciences & Disorders (Northwestern University), BA in English (Gustavus Adolphus College). Her research interests include language/cognitive assessment after stroke, implementation of standardized practices across care settings, and predicting patient recovery patterns. She leads a Precision Rehabilitation initiative with Johns Hopkins Medicine as a 2022 LeaRRn Scholar, focusing on scalable cognitive measurement methods. She previously directed the Online Prerequisites program for MGH IHP's Health Professions Program. Awards: LeaRRn Scholar (2022), Tedy’s Team Center Research Fellow (2023). Her work bridges clinical and research settings, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world application. Current projects address aphasia recovery, health literacy, and reducing research-to-practice gaps through frameworks like Quality Implementation and Theoretical Domains Framework.

Daniel GoldbergView profile

Associate Professor

• GIS
• Geocoding
• GeoComputation
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Dr. Daniel Goldberg is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University and Director of the TAMU GeoInnovation Service Center. His expertise spans GIS, geocoding, and geocomputation, with a focus on health and environmental applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (USC, 2010), M.Sc. (USC, 2003), and B.Sc. (Rutgers, 2002). His research interests include CyberGIS, 3D GIS, spatial databases, and environmental exposure assessment. Notable projects involve developing real-time mobile crowdsensing systems and analyzing the impact of natural disasters on public health. He has contributed to over 40 peer-reviewed articles, often leveraging interdisciplinary approaches. Dr. Goldberg has received awards such as the Texas A&M Montague Scholar Award (2015) and the CyberGIS Fellow designation (2014). His work emphasizes geospatial privacy, health data security, and innovative GIS education methods. He leads the TAMU GeoServices team and collaborates with national institutions like the National Center for Supercomputing Applications. Advising highlights include mentoring over 20 graduate and undergraduate students, with notable contributions to projects on cyberGIS frameworks and NTD surveillance. His lab focuses on bridging geospatial technology with societal challenges in health, environment, and urban planning.

Katherine FlaniganView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• Digital Twins
• Infrastructure Resilience
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Katherine Flanigan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. She holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (2020) and earlier degrees from the same institution (M.S.E. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2018, and M.S.E. in Civil Engineering, 2016) and a B.S.E. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Princeton University (2014). Her research focuses on transforming civil infrastructure and urban systems into intelligent cyber-physical systems (CPS) by integrating sensing, computing, and actuation technologies. Key areas include developing wireless sensor networks for smart cities, modeling infrastructure resilience, and leveraging digital twins for data-driven decision-making. She extends this work to cyber-physical-social systems (CPSS), emphasizing human-infrastructure interactions and equity in policy-making through community-driven data. Flanigan is particularly noted for projects combining technical and social dimensions, such as human-in-the-loop control solutions and privacy-preserving urban sensing technologies. Flanigan has received prestigious awards including the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, the Towner Prize for Outstanding PhD Research, and the Wimmer Faculty Fellow award for teaching innovation. She advises PhD student Lindsay Graff, whose work addresses transportation equity and multimodal networks. Her research also involves collaborations with industry leaders via the Manufacturing Futures Institute, and she leads the Autonomous Infrastructure Systems Lab at CMU. Her teaching contributions include course redesigns focused on hands-on projects, such as constructing habitats for pollinators and Little Free Libraries to blend engineering with community impact. She emphasizes preparing students for real-world challenges through project courses that teach sensing, data analysis, and infrastructure system design under constraints like risk and resource limitations.

Arash Habibi LashkariView profile

Associate Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Network Security
• Threat Hunting
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Dr. Arash Habibi Lashkari is an Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity at York University's School of Information Technology. He holds a PhD from the University of Technology Malaysia and completed a Post-Doc at the University of New Brunswick. With over 25 years of teaching experience, he specializes in cybersecurity risk management, malware analysis, and threat hunting. He pioneered Canada’s first cybersecurity Capture the Flag (CTF) competition for post-secondary students and has authored 10 books and over 110 academic articles. Research Interests: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Hunting, Malware Analysis, Cybersecurity Risk Management, and Blockchain Security. He leads the Behaciour-Centric Cybersecurity Center (BCCC), focusing on vulnerability detection technologies and cybersecurity dataset generation. Awards: Mitacs 150 Top Researchers (2017), University of New Brunswick Teaching Innovation Award (2020), Gold Medal at 2020 Canadian Online Publishing Awards, and multiple international security competition awards. His work has been featured in CBC, CIC, and global cybersecurity conferences. Key Projects: Development of intrusion detection datasets (e.g., CIRA-CIC-DoHBrw-2020), malware analysis frameworks, and AI-driven cybersecurity tools. He actively collaborates with organizations like Aviva and NICT on cybersecurity resilience strategies. Teaching: Offers courses in Digital Forensics, Network Security, and Cybersecurity Management. His 'Think-Que-Cussion' teaching methodology emphasizes interactive learning.

• Commercial Law
• Consumer Law
• Contracts
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Florencia Marotta-Wurgler is the Boxer Family Professor of Law at New York University School of Law. She serves as Faculty Director of NYU Law in Buenos Aires, Director of the Jacobson Leadership Program in Law and Business, and Co-Director of the Center for Law, Economics, and Organization. Her primary research focuses on consumer contracts, privacy policies, and law and economics, with particular emphasis on digital commerce and regulatory frameworks. She holds a JD cum laude from NYU and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania (magna cum laude). Her academic contributions include work on consumer attention to contract terms, disclosure efficacy, and the intersection of technology and legal compliance. She has participated in FTC hearings and testified before the U.S. Senate, reflecting her influence in policy discussions. Marotta-Wurgler is a co-reporter of the American Law Institute’s Restatement of Consumer Contracts and a former board member of the American Law and Economics Association. Awards include the 2021 NYU Alumni Association Legal Teaching Award. Her courses cover consumer contracts, internet contracts, and law and economics. She mentors students through the Research Seminar for Future Academics, emphasizing scholarly publication and career development.

Peter J. MirskiView profile

Professor

• Management
• Information Technology
• Digital Business
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Peter J. Mirski is a Professor of Management and IT at the Management Center Innsbruck (MCI), a leading business school in Austria. He has been associated with MCI since 1998, serving as head of the Management, Communication & IT and Digital Business & Software Engineering Online programs, which he co-founded. As Chief Information Officer (CIO), he oversees the central IT services department. He also holds a visiting professorship at the University of Nebraska, Omaha, USA. His academic background includes a Doctorate (Dr. rer. soc. oec.) from the University of Innsbruck, specializing in business management and information systems. He co-founded the PDAgroup GmbH in 2008 and has led numerous EU-funded research projects, notably the OPENSKIMR initiative for skill matching in digital labor markets. Mirski's research focuses on eLearning innovations, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, and project management. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, books, and chapters, spanning topics like big data solutions, mentoring frameworks, and tourism technology. Key Awards: SAP University Alliances Visionary Member, ESCO Maintenance Committee (EU Commission) Professional Roles: Member of Academic Board (SAP DACH), Chair of ERP Summerschool, Scientific Advisor (PDAgroup) Mirski’s teaching spans design thinking, entrepreneurship, and IT governance. He has advised over 50 students in bachelor, diploma, and master theses, focusing on topics like digital twin applications, GDPR compliance, and IT governance maturity. His leadership in EU projects has driven innovations in education, tourism, and workforce development.