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• Tourism Management
• Family Business Studies
• Entrepreneurship
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Anita Zehrer is a Professor at the MCI Management Center Innsbruck, serving as Head of the MCI Management Center and the MCI Family Business Center. She holds a habilitation in Business Administration from the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt and a PhD in Social and Economic Sciences from the University of Innsbruck. Her academic career includes adjunct roles at institutions like the University of Notre Dame and the University of Canberra. Her research focuses on tourism management, family business dynamics, entrepreneurship, and risk management. Notable contributions include studies on family firm succession, destination competitiveness, and volunteer tourism. She has supervised numerous PhD students across topics like innovation in SMEs and female leadership in digital industries. Zehrer has been recognized with awards such as the AIEST 2021 Best Contribution Award and the Emerald Literati Award. She contributes to academic governance through editorial roles in journals like Journal of Family Business Management and TA | Tourism Analysis . Her work bridges academic research and practical application, addressing challenges in tourism destinations, family enterprise resilience, and sustainable development. Recent projects explore generational shifts, employer branding in family firms, and resilience strategies post-pandemic.

Cornelia SchneiderView profile

Professor

• Health Informatics
• Augmented & Mixed Reality Applications
• Sensor Data Analysis
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Cornelia Schneider is a Professor and Head of the Institute of Computer Science at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt. She leads research in digital health and care technologies, focusing on applications like Augmented Reality, sensor data analysis, and social robotics for vulnerable populations. Her work emphasizes user-centered design and has been supported by projects funded by FFG and the Active Assisted Living Programme. Her research spans telemedicine infrastructure, elderly care robotics, and health monitoring systems. Notable projects include 24/7-Digital (2023-2026), Care about Care (2021-2023), and AgeWell (2019-2022). She has pioneered solutions like CARU cares and DigiCare training programs. Dr. Schneider has been recognized with the AAL Award (2014) and the tecnet | accent Innovation Award (2021). She coordinates interdisciplinary teams and actively participates in conferences like Health Informatics Meets Digital Health. Her lab collaborations include FOTEC and Salzburg Research, where she previously led the e-Health Competence Center until 2019.

Senad BećirovićView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Digital Technologies in Education
• Intercultural Education
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Senad Bećirović serves as a full Professor at the University of Education Lower Austria (Pädagogische Hochschule Niederösterreich), having progressed from assistant professor (2014) to associate professor (2017) before attaining his current rank in 2023. His academic career spans teaching research methodology, pedagogy, and advanced statistics across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs at international institutions, delivered through both online and in-person formats. Bećirović's research focuses primarily on Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies in education , with significant contributions to intercultural education , gifted education , and foreign language pedagogy . His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward understanding how emerging technologies reshape educational practices and outcomes. Through four books published by Springer and Nova Science and over 60 articles in top-tier journals, he has established himself as a leading voice in digital educational transformation. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a pronounced emphasis on AI applications in education, with multiple studies examining AI literacy, policy frameworks, and implementation strategies across European higher education contexts. This research demonstrates both theoretical depth and practical relevance to current educational challenges. Bećirović actively contributes to the scholarly community as editor and reviewer for numerous Q1 journals including Smart Learning Environments (Springer), Education and Information Technologies (Springer), and TESOL Quarterly (Wiley). He participates in multiple European Commission-funded initiatives such as ENRICH (Enhancing Teaching and Research through Innovative Digital Technologies) and Erasmus+ projects focused on peace learning and English education. His professional activities extend to international collaboration through membership in the European Network Ethical Use of AI and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). He frequently delivers keynote addresses at international conferences, sharing expertise on AI in education, digital transformation, and intercultural competencies.

• Business Education
• Vocational Training
• Didactics of Business Informatics
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Dr. Franz-Karl Skala is a Senior Lecturer at the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) in the Business Education department, with over 15 years of academic and professional experience in higher education. He has held teaching and research positions at institutions including the University of Graz, University of Applied Sciences Burgenland, and Fachhochschule Wiener Neustadt. Current Senior Lecturer at WU (since 2012) Teaching focus on programming didactics and e-learning Specializes in business informatics didactics and vocational training Research interests center on curriculum development for hybrid education models, digital transformation in business training, and vocational education reform. His recent FLUENT project (2022-2025) develops flexible universal education models for AI-era learning. He has secured multiple Erasmus+ grants for international education initiatives in Central Asia. Scientific awards include four Vienna University of Economics and Business Innovative Teaching Awards (2020, 2019, 2017, 2010), University of Graz teaching excellence recognition (2020), AK Science Prize (2013), and Leopold-Kunschak Science Prize (2013). Developed modular curriculum frameworks Created e-learning platforms for entrepreneurs Conducted comparative studies on vocational vs academic degrees

Martin TeufelView profile

Professor

• Educational Technology
• Mobile Learning
• Digital Competency in Education
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Prof. Martin Teufel is a Professor at the University of Teacher Education Styria, Austria, affiliated with the Institute for Digital Media Education. He specializes in educational technology with a focus on mobile learning, digital competency, and innovative teaching methodologies. His work includes developing MOOC-based learning systems and analyzing student digital preparedness. Key projects include the Styrian University Conference digital competency analysis and the Digital Learning Lab initiative. He holds a BEd from the University of Graz and actively contributes to teacher training programs integrating emerging technologies. Research interests span digital pedagogy, seamless learning environments, and computational thinking tools like BBC micro:bit. His publications highlight patterns in online learning behaviors and institutional digital transformation strategies. He advises on educational technology policy and has led cross-institutional studies on student readiness for digital education. His work often bridges theory and practice through collaborative formats like the Hochschuldidaktik-Café for educators' professional development. Teaching responsibilities include courses on digital media in education and technology-enhanced learning design. He manages educational technology projects and serves as a consultant for digital learning infrastructure. His GPG public key (F361ADE9) indicates active engagement in secure academic communication.

Timo FleischerView profile

Associate Professor

• Chemistry Education
• Science Education
• Digital Media in Education
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Timo Fleischer is an Associate Professor in the Chemistry Didactics Working Group at the University of Salzburg, affiliated with both the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences and the School of Education. He leads key educational innovation projects including EXBOX-Digital, ChemGerLab-VR, and RECC Salzburg, and plays a significant role in digital science education development. Education: Bachelor of Science in Geography and Chemistry, University of Kiel (2011) Master of Education in Geography and Chemistry, University of Kiel (2013) PhD in Science Education, TUM School of Education (2017) Habilitation in Chemistry Didactics, University of Salzburg (2024) His research focuses on the effectiveness of digital media in teacher education and chemistry classrooms, the development of digital teaching and learning materials, and the integration of experimentation and modeling in science education. He is particularly interested in how digital tools support the learning of chemical language and representations. His work bridges educational theory and practical classroom innovation. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on digital scaffolding, augmented and virtual reality in chemistry labs, eye-tracking during experiments, and the use of fiction as an anchor in science teaching. These works reflect a trend toward immersive, technology-enhanced, and student-centered learning environments in science education. Scientific Awards: Ehrenurkunde Polytechnik-Preis 2022 – Projekt EXBOX-Digital Kulturfondspreis 2020 für das Projekt MINT:labs Science City Itzling Comenius-EduMedia-Siegel für EXBOX-Digital (2020) Qualitätslabel „Regional Educational Competence Centre“ (RECC) (2018–2021) Junior-Fellowship, Kolleg Didaktik:digital (2016–2017) Timo Fleischer has supervised various research projects and collaborated with numerous colleagues and students, though specific advisees are not listed. He has secured recognition and funding for initiatives such as EXBOX-Digital and MINT:labs, indicating successful grant acquisition. He is actively involved in teacher training, curriculum development, and science communication. He leads several innovative labs and teams, including ChemGerLab-VR (a virtual reality chemistry lab), EdTechAll, and the development of MINT:labs Science City Itzling. These initiatives focus on creating digital, hands-on, and inclusive science learning environments for both students and teachers.

Barbara SchoberView profile

Professor

• Educational Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Adolescence
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Barbara Schober is a full Professor in the Department of Developmental and Educational Psychology at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Psychology. Her research focuses on adolescent development, educational processes, and psychological well-being in school contexts. Key areas include motivation dynamics, self-regulated learning, gender role socialization, and pandemic-related educational challenges. She leads major research initiatives such as the COMET for Kids mental health literacy program and the 'Lernen unter Covid-19' project addressing pandemic learning disruptions. With 263 publications and 232 professional activities, her work bridges academic research with practical educational policy. Notable contributions include frameworks for school improvement, teacher competence development, and evidence-based policy implementation strategies. Her projects emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, having partnered on initiatives funded by Austrian Science Funds and EU programs. Media engagement includes expert commentary on digital learning challenges and pandemic education strategies. Schober's work consistently addresses UN SDG 4 (Quality Education) through interventions promoting equitable educational opportunities and student well-being.

Georg JäggleView profile

Professor

• Educational Robotics
• STEM Education
• Sustainability Education
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Prof. Georg Jäggle is a Professor of Vocational Education at the University College of Teacher Education Vienna (PH Wien), specializing in educational robotics, STEM pedagogy, and sustainability education. He leads the Department of Vocational Education within the Institute for Secondary Level Vocational Education (I:SBB). His work integrates technology-enhanced learning environments, focusing on project-based methodologies to bridge gaps between education and industry needs. Key projects include the Recycling Heroes initiative (2022–2024), which employs citizen science to promote circular economy awareness, and the EU-funded ER4STEM project (2017–2018), fostering STEM engagement through robotics. Prof. Jäggle holds a Dipl.-Ing. (FH) and a Dr. in engineering education, with prior industry experience as an engineer and vocational school teacher. His research emphasizes digital competence development, intergenerational learning, and inclusive education strategies. He has coordinated interdisciplinary teams across 10+ EU and national projects, including RoboCoop (2018–2022) and Makers@school (2017–2019), which implemented robotics and maker culture in schools. His teaching spans applied mathematics, engineering, and automation technology at both academic and vocational levels. Research interests include technology integration in vocational training, lifelong learning frameworks, and the impact of educational robotics on student motivation. Recent publications (2022–2024) explore STEM career self-efficacy, sustainability curriculum innovation, and cross-generational robotics collaboration. He currently serves in the Center for Research Management (Zentrum Forschungsmanagement) at PH Wien, advancing applied research in MINT (STEM) education and educational technology.

Morgane ChevalierView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Robotics
• Computational Thinking
• E-learning
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Morgane Chevalier is an Associate Professor at Vaud Teacher Training College (HEP Vaud) working within the Media, Digital Uses and Computer Science Teaching unit (UER MI). She specializes in multimedia pedagogical engineering, combining project management with e-learning scripting. Her work bridges educational theory and practical implementation of digital technologies in classroom settings, with particular focus on primary education. With prior experience teaching in primary schools in Seine-Saint-Denis (France), working in human resources in Montreal (Canada), and teaching in the Canton of Vaud, Chevalier brings diverse perspectives to her academic work. She holds a Master's degree in e-learning from IPM, Lille 1 and is currently pursuing a MAS in 'Theories, practices and training devices for teachers' to refine her understanding of institutional and social contexts of teacher training in French-speaking Switzerland. Her research interests focus on three complementary areas: online homework implementation in blended learning environments and fostering teacher communities of practice; how e-learning supports teacher professionalization; and robotics as a medium for knowledge, specifically examining how classroom robot integration impacts student learning and teaching practices. She is particularly interested in emerging communities of practice around educational technology. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on educational robotics as a vehicle for developing computational thinking in primary education. Her work consistently explores scaffolded learning approaches, intervention methods, and teacher perspectives on implementing robotics in classrooms. A recurring theme is the development of models to help teachers identify relevant computational thinking concepts during different phases of educational robotics activities. Chevalier serves in several organizational roles including as an Associate HEP Professor, delegate of the intermediate body to the HEP Council, delegate of the Specialized Pedagogy Study Commission, and scientific collaborator at EPFL's LSRO. She is also a member of the educanet2 Community. Her teaching spans Bachelor primary programs, MASPE education, and continuing education courses covering image creation and processing, media education, Thymio II robotics, and flipped classroom methodologies. She collaborates extensively with EPFL researchers, particularly on projects involving the Thymio educational robot, and has developed frameworks for creative computational problem solving through robotics. Her work demonstrates a commitment to translating research into practical classroom applications while supporting teacher development in the digital age.

• Work Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
• Economic Psychology
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Bettina Kubicek is Professor of Work and Organizational Psychology at the University of Graz, Faculty of Natural Sciences, where she leads research in the Smart Regulation profile area and contributes to the Human Factor in Digital Transformation and Brain and Behavior research networks. Her work bridges psychological theory with practical organizational challenges in contemporary workplaces. Her research spans work psychology, organizational psychology, and economic psychology with emphases on flexible work arrangements, work intensification, and human-robot collaboration. She investigates cognitive demands of flexible work, work-home interface dynamics, and digital transformation impacts through diary studies and experimental designs. Recent work explores telework challenges, AI in HR, and trust mechanisms in human-robot teams during disaster response. Analysis of her recent publications reveals growing focus on human-robot interaction in Industry 4.0, cognitive aspects of telework, and cross-cultural validation of work addiction scales. Her methodology combines intensive longitudinal designs with physiological measures, increasingly incorporating VR interfaces and AI-driven personnel selection experiments. Scientific awards include: Wirtschaftskammerpreis for project 'Flexible Arbeitsbedingungen und die Vereinbarkeit von Beruf und Familie' (2015) Innovationspreis der Universität Wien (2012) Multiple research stipends for University of Wisconsin-Madison stays (2005-2008) She has secured significant competitive grants including FWF-funded 'Cognitive demands of flexible work: Risks and challenges' (2017-2022) and FFG-supported 'Enabling and Assessing Trust when Cooperating with Robots in Disaster Response' (2021-2023), examining trust calibration and cognitive load in human-robot teams. Current projects address evidence-based guidelines for ICT use in work-life boundaries. As core member of the Human Factor in Digital Transformation network, she collaborates with engineers, computer scientists, and healthcare professionals to develop human-centered technological solutions, particularly in healthcare robotics and disaster response systems.

Wilfried KubingerView profile

Professor

• Embedded Systems
• Machine Vision
• Autonomous Robotics
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Prof. Wilfried Kubinger serves as the Head of the Department of Electronic Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien, Austria. He holds a PhD in Technical Sciences from the Technical University of Vienna (1999) and has extensive experience in research and industry. His academic roles include leading the 'Automation & Sensor Technology' competence field and managing the 'Automation & Robotics' research area. **Research Focus:** His work centers on embedded systems, machine vision, autonomous robotics, and real-time control systems. Notable projects include obstacle detection for autonomous vehicles, stereo vision algorithms, and agricultural robotics applications. He actively contributes to IEEE and OVE engineering associations. **Professional Journey:** Prior to academia, he worked at Siemens Austria (2000–2003) as a software developer and project manager, and at AIT Austrian Institute of Technology (2003–2010) managing research projects in autonomous systems. He participated in DARPA Grand Challenge/Urban Challenge as a principal scientist for vision-based obstacle detection. **Publications:** His research spans embedded vision systems, FPGA implementations, and autonomous vehicle technologies. Recent work emphasizes agricultural robotics and Industry 4.0 applications. He also leads R&D project acquisition and implementation for Technikum Wien.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Teacher Professional Development
• Generative Artificial Intelligence
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Michael Jemetz is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science, focusing on Education, Didactics, and Entertainment Computing. His work bridges artificial intelligence (AI) technologies with educational practices, particularly in secondary schooling contexts. He holds a BEd and MEd, though specific institutional affiliations remain unspecified. His research emphasizes teacher competencies in managing AI tools like generative AI, analyzing how these align with European digital frameworks. Recent outputs include studies on teacher self-perceived AI skills and qualitative investigations into professional development needs within educational settings. Jemetz has presented findings at international conferences in 2024, including talks on AI competences and generative AI's impact on pedagogy. His contributions address critical gaps between emerging technologies and educator readiness in modern curricula.

Rafael de Miguel GonzálezView profile

Professor

• Geographical education
• Digital education
• Urban and regional planning
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Rafael de Miguel González is a Full Professor of Geographical Education at the University of Zaragoza's Faculty of Education, where he also serves as Associate Dean for International Relations. He leads the HARMONY project with Indian universities and directs the Confucius Institute at the University of Zaragoza. His academic career includes visiting professorships at 26 institutions globally. Key roles include President of EUROGEO (European Association of Geographers) since 2019, Member of the European Academy, and Fellow of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Luis. Education: B.Sc. (Summa cum Laude) in Geography from University of Zaragoza and University of Nancy 2 (France), M.Sc./Ph.D. in Urban Planning (Magna cum Laude, University of Paris), and Doctor of Education (Magna cum Laude, University of Valladolid). Research focuses on geographical education, urban geography, and geopolitics. He has authored/co-authored 224 publications including 38 in JCR-indexed journals, with 21,000+ citations and an h-index of 23. Notable projects include the Digital Atlas for Schools (National Education Award) and the MYGEO initiative recognized by the European Commission. Awards: AAG Grosvenor Honors, IGU Distinguished Practice Award, BELMA Award, and Geospatial World Policy Award Leadership roles: Co-PI of ARGOS research group, PI of GEOT-DS group, and editorial board member for multiple journals He coordinates teacher training programs and has directed 33 research projects (7 national, 26 EU-funded). Active in policy-making through roles at UN-HABITAT, ECOSOC, and the Council of Europe's Landscape Convention.

• Psychology
• Motivational Psychology
• Resilience
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Eva Jonas is a Professor at the University of Salzburg , School of Psychology, Department of Psychology. She actively leads research projects in motivational psychology, resilience, and workplace coaching while maintaining a significant publication record (259 publications) and media engagement (6 press mentions). Current projects include studying volunteer motivation in Salzburg, coaching final examinations, resilience-building in educational spaces, and neuroimaging studies on reactance. Her research spans psychology, social psychology, environmental psychology, neuroscience, and educational psychology. Research Trends: Recent articles focus on climate change skepticism, identity-reframing interventions for marginalized students, reactance neuroimaging, pandemic threat responses, self-regulation in coaching, and future narratives for environmental engagement. These studies employ experimental designs, neuroimaging, and longitudinal analysis. Scientific Awards: Excellence in Teaching Award 2018/19 Kurt Zopf Förderpreis 2015 Staatspreis Ars Docendi 2015 Advising and Grants: Mentors students, leads 16 projects (including ongoing initiatives until 2028), and contributes to public discourse through 6 media appearances. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with researchers like J. Klackl, C. Mühlberger, and M. Tulis-Oswald, managing teams in projects related to education, resilience, and neuroscience.

• Digital Communication
• Media Studies
• Digital Literacy
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Manuela Grünangerl is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Salzburg in the Department of Communication Science . Her career spans over two decades of research and teaching in digital communication and media studies. Active in 8 research projects (2011-2025) Published 12 academic works focusing on digital skills, media democratization, and educational interventions Contributed to EU-wide digital literacy frameworks Research Focus: Driven by the intersection of digital transformation and social equity, her work examines: Digital skills gaps across demographics Media education's role in democracy Technology training effectiveness Policy impact on digital inclusion Austrian-specific digitalization challenges Recent Trends: Recent publications emphasize longitudinal studies of digital skills development (2022-2025), including comparative analyses with EU benchmarks and regional disparities in rural Austria. Public Engagement: Regularly participates in science-to-public lectures, including keynotes on prejudice reduction and digital skills presentations.