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• Number Theory
• Combinatorics
• Discrete Mathematics
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Peter Kirschenhofer holds the Chair of Mathematics, Statistics and Geometry at the Graz University of Technology, within the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics and Geodesy. His research focuses on number theory, combinatorics, discrete mathematics, and polynomial analysis with applications to data structures. He has published 15 research outputs between 2005 and 2019, including peer-reviewed articles in journals like Monatshefte für Mathematik and INTEGERS . His work often explores distribution results of polynomials, Catalan sequences, and theoretical mathematical frameworks. Kirschenhofer has actively participated in academic events such as the 'Numeration and Substitution 2012' conference and the 'Seminar des steirischen Doktoratskollegs'. He contributed to academic recognition efforts, including a laudatio for Wilfried Imrich and an obituary for Gerd Baron. His research aligns with the university's focus on discrete mathematics and theoretical computer science.

• Number Theory
• Combinatorics on Words
• Mathematical Analysis
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Lukas Spiegelhofer holds the academic rank of Professor in a position associated with the Chair of Mathematics, Statistics and Geometry. His research focuses on number theory, combinatorics on words, and mathematical analysis with particular emphasis on automatic sequences, digit statistics, and entropy-related problems. His work has been published in prestigious journals such as Israel Journal of Mathematics , Journal of the Australian Mathematical Society , and Journal d'analyse mathématique . Recent research explores topics like synchronization of automatic sequences, digit sum collisions across bases, and gap distributions in the Thue-Morse word. Spiegelhofer actively participates in academic activities including invited lectures at conferences such as the 2024 Thue-Morse workshop and combinatorics on words symposium. His research collaborations span international institutions and focus on interdisciplinary areas combining number theory with dynamical systems.

• Forest Resource Management
• LiDAR Technology
• 3D Point Cloud Analysis
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Andreas Tockner is a researcher at the Institute of Forest Growth, part of the Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He holds a Dipl.-Ing. and B.Sc. degree and is currently pursuing PhD studies since 2021 as part of the "Building Like Nature" program at BOKU University. His work focuses on applying advanced laser scanning technologies to forest resource management and inventory. Dr. Tockner's educational background includes a Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.) and Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees. His PhD studies at BOKU University began in 2021 as part of the "Building Like Nature" program. He is actively developing expertise in software development for instance segmentation and feature extraction of 3D point clouds. His research interests center around forest resource management with a strong emphasis on ground-based laser scanning technologies, particularly mobile LiDAR systems. He specializes in software development for instance segmentation and feature extraction of 3D point clouds, which has significant applications in modern forest inventory and monitoring. His work bridges the gap between advanced geospatial technologies and practical forestry applications, enabling more precise and efficient forest management practices. He has developed expertise in analyzing forest structures through 3D point cloud data, with particular focus on tree species classification, forest regeneration monitoring, and timber measurement at individual log levels. Dr. Tockner's publication record reveals a clear progression toward increasingly sophisticated applications of laser scanning technology in forestry. His work has evolved from basic measurement techniques to complex analysis of forest ecosystems, including species identification, wood quality prediction, and even long-term forest projections using digital twin technology. His interdisciplinary approach combines forestry, computer science, and data analytics to solve practical challenges in forest management. Advancements in personal laser scanning for forest inventory Methods for tree species classification using intensity patterns Techniques for quantifying forest regeneration Digital twin applications for forest modeling and future projections Dr. Tockner has supervised two Master's theses in 2025: "Evaluierung boden-, luftgestützter und hybrider Methoden zur Forstinventur im Naturpark Sparbach" by Elias Kimmel and "Assessing the Potential of Personal Laser Scanning to Quantify Tropical Tree Structures" by Luca Stephan Seiler. His research is supported by multiple projects including "Lidar based forest monitoring and harvesting planning" (2023-2026) funded by Federal Ministries and "Forest Inventory with Personal Laserscanners" (2022-2025) funded by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG). He is actively involved in developing practical applications of laser scanning technology for forest management, with a particular focus on making these technologies accessible for field operations. His work on using Apple iPad Pro with integrated LiDAR technology demonstrates his commitment to practical, field-deployable solutions that can transform traditional forest inventory practices.

• Wildlife Management
• Wildlife Ecology
• Wildlife Physiology
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Paul Griesberger is a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Wildlife Biology and Game Management under the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna , where he has contributed to both basic and applied research since 2017. He completed his Master’s in Wildlife Ecology and Wildlife Management (2014–2017) and Bachelor’s in Biology (Zoology) (2010–2014). Key research areas: Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, Wild Ungulates, Spatio-Temporal Modeling, GPS Telemetry His recent work integrates decision-support tools for sustainable ungulate management, mathematical approaches like Benford’s Law for telemetry data validation, and climate adaptation strategies for forest protection. Collaborations span EU institutions and national parks. His 14 publications (2018–2025) focus on wild ungulate behavior, interspecies competition, telemetry analytics, and canid morphology, with methodologies bridging ecology, statistics, and conservation policy. He has advised 4 Master’s students and contributed to practical guidelines for red deer and chamois management. Scientific awards: Granser-United Global Academy Forschungspreis für eine Nachhaltige Jagd (2022) YO Research Award by CIC (2020) Nationalpark Hohe Tauern stipend (2021)

Sergey KhoperskovView profile

Visiting Professor

• Galaxy formation and evolution
• Computational astrophysics
• Galactic dynamics
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Sergey Khoperskov, a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy (University of Vienna) during Summer Term 2025, specializes in computational astrophysics and galactic dynamics . Based at the Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam, his research spans Milky Way structure , Local Group dynamics , and galaxy formation simulations . He teaches Computational Galactic Dynamics to Vienna students while leading the HESTIA-2 simulation project. Key research areas: Bar dynamics, spiral structure mapping, stellar halo formation Methodology: Supercomputing simulations (up to 160M star particles), Gaia data analysis, orbit superposition techniques His work connects chemical evolution with dynamical modeling , using surveys like APOGEE, GALAH, and LAMOST. Publications focus on phase-space spirals , spiral arm metallicity patterns , and bar-driven radial migration . He emphasizes interdisciplinary training, blending theoretical modeling with observational data analysis. Current projects include: HIGH-RESOLUTION HESTIA-2 simulations of the Local Group Dark matter distribution reconstruction via orbit superposition Chemical abundance tracing for extremely metal-poor stars

Gemma de les CovesView profile

Research Professor

• Quantum Physics
• Mathematical Physics
• Universality
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Gemma de les Coves is an ICREA Research Professor at the Departament d'Enginyeria of Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Barcelona) and holds an Associate Professorship at the University of Innsbruck (Austria). Her research bridges quantum physics, mathematical theory, and philosophy, focusing on universality, undecidability, and interdisciplinary frameworks. She leads the Mathematical Quantum Physics research group in Innsbruck and has received prestigious awards including the START Prize (2020) and the ICREA professorship (2024). Education & Academic Path: PhD in Theoretical Physics (University of Innsbruck, 2011) Postdoc at Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics (2011–2016) Assistant Professor (University of Innsbruck, 2018–2023) ICREA Research Professor (2024–present) Research Interests: Universality in physical and computational systems Undecidability in quantum models and formal languages Mathematical foundations of quantum theory Interdisciplinary connections between physics, philosophy, and culture Awards & Recognition: START Prize (FWF, 2020) Elise Richter Fellowship (2016–2018) Emmy Noether Visiting Fellowship (Perimeter Institute, 2016) Advisees & Grants: Supervised PhD students include Tobias Reinhart, Andreas Klingler, and Mirte van der Eyden Recipient of the START Prize grant (FWF) Labs & Outreach: Runs the Mathematical Quantum Physics group at Innsbruck Active in science communication via YouTube, podcasts, and public lectures

Thomas HoferView profile

Associate Professor

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Science
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Thomas Hofer is an Associate Professor in the Department of General, Inorganic and Theoretical Chemistry at the University of Innsbruck, affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy. He leads the Hofer Lab, focusing on theoretical and computational chemistry, materials science, and molecular dynamics simulations. His academic journey includes a Habilitation in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry (2011), a Doctorate (2006), and earlier roles as an Assistant Professor (2008-2011) and Erwin Schrödinger Fellow (2008-2010). Research Interests: Hofer specializes in quantum mechanical methods, molecular dynamics, and computational modeling of materials, with applications in energy storage, catalysis, and environmental chemistry. His work bridges theoretical approaches with experimental validation, addressing challenges in nanostructured materials and reactive systems. Awards: He has received prestigious honors such as the Young Scientist Excellence Award (2006), Georg und Christine Sosnovsky Award (2007), and IUPAC Award (2012). His teaching spans advanced courses in simulation methods, computer-based materials science, and data-driven discovery for PhD students. Labs/Teams: The Hofer Lab collaborates with other groups (e.g., Liedl Lab) and contributes to facilities like the Center for Chemistry and Biomedicine. His research impacts areas like battery materials, environmental pollutant interactions, and renewable energy systems.

Henning DetersView profile

Researcher

• EU Judicial Politics
• EU Environmental Policy
• EU Climate Policy
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Henning Deters is a political scientist and researcher at the University of Vienna's Centre for European Integration Research (EIF), part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. He holds a PhD from Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences. His primary research focuses on EU judicial politics, environmental policy, single market policy, and computational analysis. Deters has held roles including Assistant Professor at the University of Innsbruck and postdoctoral researcher in FWF-funded projects on EU judicial appointments. He has taught courses on EU regulatory policies and European integration at multiple institutions. Education includes a Diplom degree in Political Science from Universität Bremen and an MA from BIGSSS. His work combines qualitative and quantitative methods, with recent emphasis on computational approaches. Notable publications analyze EU policy dynamics in areas like the Posted Workers Directive, climate governance, and judicial politics. He actively contributes to academic discussions through blogs like Regioparl and maintains a focus on EU institutional transformations. His research highlights include examining the role of German regional parliaments in EU policymaking and analyzing the EU's Green Deal. Deters' current projects investigate judicial appointments at the Court of Justice of the EU and the politicization of legal challenges. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical data analysis, often using web-scraping and statistical methods. Key Positions: Postdoctoral Researcher (University of Vienna), Assistant Professor (University of Innsbruck), Research Associate (Danube University Krems) Teaching: Courses on EU policy, judicial politics, and European integration Awards: None explicitly listed, though his work has been peer-reviewed and published in top journals Labs/Teams: EIF Research Group, Regioparl Project

Wolfgang DürView profile

Professor

• Quantum Information Theory
• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Cryptography
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Univ.-Prof. Wolfgang Dür is a Professor and Head of the Department at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, University of Innsbruck. His research focuses on quantum communication, quantum networks, and quantum education. He leads the Quantum Communication and Quantum Networks research group, developing noise-resilient quantum protocols, scalable quantum repeaters, and quantum sensor networks. He has pioneered educational approaches integrating quantum information theory into school curricula, including games like 'Entangle Me!' and 'Encrypt Me!' to teach quantum principles. Collaborations include the RECC Physics West consortium to enhance teacher training and competency-based learning in secondary schools. Key projects include optimizing quantum resource states for networks, analyzing quantum metrology under noise, and exploring macroscopic quantum states' fragility. He has advised numerous students on topics ranging from quantum cryptography to quantum entanglement pedagogy. His work bridges foundational quantum theory with practical applications, emphasizing scalable architectures and educational innovation.

Pierre BienvenuView profile

Researcher

• Arithmetic Combinatorics
• Number Theory
• Additive Combinatorics
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Pierre Bienvenu is a Research Scientist at the Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics (RICAM), part of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, since June 2025. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the Technische Universität Graz (2021-2022), the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in Bonn (2020-2021), and the Institut Camille Jordan in Lyon/St-Etienne (2018-2020). He also served as a Teaching Fellow at Trinity College Dublin (2022-2023) and as a Lecturer at the American University in Paris in Spring 2018. His educational background includes a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Bristol (2014-2018), supervised by Julia Wolf, with a thesis titled "Linear, bilinear and polynomial configurations in function fields and the primes." Bienvenu's research lies at the intersection of arithmetic combinatorics, number theory, and harmonic analysis. He employs analytic, combinatorial, probabilistic, and algebraic methods to study problems in additive combinatorics, such as configurations in prime numbers, sum-product estimates, and density of sumsets. His work has strong connections to ergodic theory and theoretical computer science, particularly in pseudorandomness and error-correcting codes. His recent publications, spanning from 2017 to 2025, focus on density constraints, intersective sets, power monoids, and transference principles in additive combinatorics. These works often involve deep applications of higher-order Fourier analysis and the Green-Tao method, addressing fundamental questions about the structure of sets of integers and primes. As a member of RICAM, Bienvenu contributes to the institute's research groups in computational mathematics and number theory, collaborating with an international network of mathematicians on cutting-edge problems in arithmetic combinatorics.

• Machine Learning
• Optimization Algorithms
• Wireless Communication
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Yurii Malitskyi is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics , University of Vienna , affiliated with the Department of Mathematics . His research focuses on optimization algorithms, machine learning, and wireless communication systems.

Philip RirisView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Archaeology
• Historical Ecology
• Palaeoenvironmental Modeling
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Philip Riris is a Senior Lecturer in Archaeological & Palaeoenvironmental Modelling at Bournemouth University's Institute for the Modelling of Socio-Environmental Transitions (IMSET), following postdoctoral work at the UCL Institute of Archaeology. His research integrates archaeology, historical ecology, and computational methods to investigate past human societies in tropical South America through extensive fieldwork across Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, and Oman. Dr Riris earned his PhD in 2015 from the University of Southampton, focusing on hunter-gatherer land use in northern Argentina. His educational trajectory reflects deep specialization in quantitative archaeological methods and environmental reconstruction. His research centers on two interconnected domains: coupled human-environmental systems and computational approaches to rock art and sacred landscapes . Employing spatial analysis and agent-based modeling, he draws from physical geography, quantitative ecology, and complex systems theory to explore how ancient populations interacted with environmental change. Recent work demonstrates how frequent disturbances enhanced societal resilience, revealing sophisticated adaptation strategies to climate pressures in prehistory. His methodologies bridge archaeological data with ecological theory to model long-term socio-environmental dynamics. Analysis of his 2019-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on South American archaeology, particularly the Orinoco region and Amazonia. His work integrates computational techniques with traditional archaeological analysis to examine rock art sequences, demographic responses to climate change, and spatiotemporal patterns of cultural transmission. Key methodological contributions include developing resolution-aware approaches for cultural dispersal studies and formal resilience metrics for archaeological time series. Dr Riris has secured major research funding including the AHRC-funded Comparative Legacies of Human Land Use in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest (2023), British Academy's Connected Communities: Network approaches to rock art (2018), and Sainsbury Research Unit's Ancient Networks of Art project (2017). His external roles include Honorary Research Fellow at UCL Institute of Archaeology (2018-present) and visiting positions at Venezuelan and Argentinean research institutions. Media coverage of his work in National Geographic, Newsweek, and Archaeology Magazine highlights discoveries of monumental rock art in Venezuela and climate-demerography linkages in ancient South America.

Katalin SolymosiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biophysics
• Cell Biology
• Photosynthesis
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Katalin Solymosi is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Plant Anatomy , Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Budapest, Hungary . She teaches plant cell biology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmaceutical botany at all academic levels (BSc, MSc, PhD) at ELTE and Semmelweis University , and has served as an invited lecturer at the University of Burgundy (2006–2010). Her research focuses on stress-induced alterations in plastid structure/function, particularly under abiotic stresses (salt, drought, heavy metals) biotic stresses (mycorrhization) , with emphasis on photosynthesis and plastid-derived natural products. Her scientific work spans collaborations with institutions in France (University of Burgundy, Université du Maine), Sweden (University of Gothenburg), Poland (Jagiellonian University), and Hungarian research centers (Biological Research Centre of HAS, Wigner Research Centre). Notably, she received the l’ORÉAL-UNESCO Women in Science national scholarship and recognition from multiple Hungarian scientific societies. She supervises 2 PhD students 3 MSc students and contributes to science policy as a founding member of the Hungarian Young Academy (2019–2020 board). Her 15 most recent publications (2020–2023) explore: Salinity stress impacts on thylakoid membranes Iron homeostasis in chloroplasts Photosynthetic adaptation to environmental stresses Role of ion channels in photosynthesis Molecular mechanisms of paramylon accumulation Heavy metal-induced plastid alterations . These studies span Botany , Plant Physiology , Biophysics , and Food Science disciplines. Scientific awards include: l’ORÉAL-UNESCO Women in Science scholarship Hungarian Biophysical Society award Hungarian Society for Microscopy recognition Hungarian Society for Plant Anatomy honors She actively promotes science communication through Popular science articles (15+ in Hungarian) Social media outreach Participation in Researchers’ Night and Fascination of Plants Day Microscopy art exhibitions Science-policy white papers and serves on the editorial board of Botany Letters since 2013.

Tatjana TchumatchenkoView profile

Research Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural Networks
• Spiking Activity
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Tatjana Tchumatchenko is a Research Professor leading the Theory of Neural Dynamics group at the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research in Frankfurt, Germany, with a formal affiliation at the University of Bonn Medical Center's Institute of Experimental Epileptology and Cognition Research. She began her research career as a postdoctoral fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, followed by a position at Columbia University's Center for Theoretical Neuroscience before establishing her independent research group in 2013. Her research focuses on computational neuroscience, particularly modeling spiking activity in neurons and neural networks, with recent expansion into dendritic protein distribution along neurons. She combines mathematics, physics and computer science to understand how neurons encode information and organize global dynamics. Her work has established numerous interdisciplinary collaborations worldwide. Dr. Tchumatchenko has received significant recognition including the prestigious Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Prize and the Computational Sciences Fellowship from the Volkswagen Foundation. Her research is supported by grants from the Max Planck Society, German Research Foundation (DFG), and Hessian Ministry of Science and Arts. Computational Sciences Fellowship of the Volkswagen Foundation (2011) Dollwet Foundation Award (2016) Behrens-Weise-Foundation Award (2013) Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Prize (2016) Focus Magazine's 25 young innovators who will shape Germany She has mentored over thirty MSc, BSc and PhD students, actively promotes women in science, serves on journal editorial boards, and participates in conference organization including the Bernstein Conference 2019. Her teaching includes Computational Neuroscience modules at the University of Bonn and previously at the Sommerakademie der Studienstiftung.

Deniz PetersView profile

Professor

• Artistic Research
• Music Aesthetics
• Musical Empathy
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Deniz Peters is a Professor at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (KUG) in Austria, serving as Head of the Artistic-Scientific Doctoral School KWDS, Chair of Curricula Commission XIII for Dr.artium, and Co-Head of the FWF Project P 34449 'The Epistemic Power of Music'. His academic position is centered at the Center for Artistic Research in Graz, Austria. Peters is an artistic researcher in music with a focus on expression, empathy, improvisation, and the theory and methods of artistic research. His approach of 'artistic exploration towards conceptual refinement' combines artistic practice with aesthetic and phenomenological inquiry. His research examines how musical experience confronts listeners with emotions that may not be their own, distinguishing between musical and social empathy. His scholarly work investigates the relationship between embodiment and musical experience, particularly in electronic music contexts where the coupling of action and sound generation is altered or effaced. Peters' publications reveal how composers', performers', improvisers' and listeners' bodies, as well as works' and technologies' figurative bodies, serve as rich sources of expressive articulation that reclaim performativity. His research projects include the Embodied Generative Music (EGM) project, which explores interactive performance environments and the relationship between dance and sonic perception. Peters' publications span interdisciplinary perspectives including aesthetics, philosophy of mind, phenomenology, dance, interactive performance arts, sociology, computer music, and sonic arts. Head, Artistic-Scientific Doctoral School KWDS Chair, Curricula Commission XIII – Dr.artium Co-Head, FWF Project P 34449 – The Epistemic Power of Music