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• Blockchain Technology
• 5G/6G Networks
• Network Slicing
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Katina Kralevska is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at NTNU since 2018. She previously served as Deputy Head of Department (2019-2020). Her academic background includes an MSc in Wireless and Mobile Communications from Ss. Cyril and Methodis University, Skopje (2012), and a PhD in Telematics from NTNU (2016). She has also conducted research at Imperial College London (2017). Her research focuses on blockchain technology applications in digital trust systems, 5G/6G network slicing, cybersecurity, distributed storage systems, and intent-based networking. She leads the Digital Transformation project on blockchain trust mechanisms and co-founded MemoScale AS, specializing in data protection solutions. Her publications emphasize blockchain in healthcare, network slicing optimization, and secure communication frameworks. She has advised multiple PhD and Master's students on topics like network slicing, blockchain applications, and 5G security. She holds several patents on erasure coding and network security techniques. She actively participates in academic governance, including NTNU’s Faculty Board, and serves as a program co-chair for IEEE Cyber Science Congress and committee member for global networking workshops.

• Cybersecurity
• Blockchain Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
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Frode van der Laak is a Research Fellow at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at NTNU. With over 25 years in the high-tech industry, he holds an MSc from the University of Oxford and a PhD from King's College London. His expertise spans R&D leadership, cross-functional team management, and innovation in technology delivery under tight deadlines. Education: MSc, University of Oxford PhD, King's College London Research Interests: Frode focuses on cybersecurity, blockchain, AI, and distributed systems. He specializes in 5G networks, agile methodologies, identity management, and smart contracts. His work includes patent development and simulation of mobile networks. Labs/Teams: While specific lab affiliations are not detailed, his role at NTNU implies involvement in cutting-edge technology research groups.

• Cybersecurity and Privacy
• Anomaly Detection
• Time Series Analysis
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Jia-Chun Lin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at NTNU. She previously held positions as an Assistant Professor at NTNU (2019–2022) and as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Oslo (2015–2019). Originally from Taiwan, she earned her Ph.D. from National Chiao Tung University (2015) and her master’s from Tunghai University (2005). She has been a visiting scientist at UC Berkeley, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, and the University of Göttingen (2007, 2013, 2014). Her research focuses on cybersecurity, privacy, anomaly detection, AI/ML, cyber-physical systems, and cloud computing. She leads Work Package 3 of the NORCICS project and the DC12 project within TUAI, a European HORIZON MSCA Doctoral Network. She is affiliated with the Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Group (CISaR) and the e-Health and Welfare Security (e-HWS) research group at NTNU. She has received notable awards, including the 2022 Education Award from NTNU’s IIK department and the 2019 University Lecturer Qualification Scholarship. She supervises numerous Ph.D., master’s, and bachelor’s students, having guided over 15 master’s and 60 bachelor’s students to date. Professionally, she serves as Publicity Chair for the International Conference on Internet of Things, Big Data, and Security (IoTBDS), Co-chair of CWEURP 2024, and on program committees for conferences like DSAA 2023, COMPSAC 2023–2024, and DBSec 2025. She is an active reviewer for journals including IEEE TPDS, IEEE IoT Journal, and The Journal of Supercomputing. Administratively, she oversees expert committees for academic positions and examines student projects across all levels. Her work bridges academia and critical infrastructure security, emphasizing practical applications of AI and cybersecurity in real-world systems.

• Automation in Aquaculture
• Marine Systems Engineering
• Fisheries Cybernetics
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Jo Arve Alfredsen is a Professor at the Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He has held an Associate Professor position since 2004, with a PhD and Master's degree in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU. His research focuses on automation for marine systems, including aquaculture and fisheries. Key areas include mathematical modelling of marine biological systems, sensor development for aquaculture, and fish telemetry. He leads the research group on Automation in Fisheries and Aquaculture. Teaching responsibilities include courses like Industrial and Embedded Computer Systems Design (TTK4155), Topics in Fisheries and Aquaculture Cybernetics for PhD students (TTK8108), and Fish Telemetry . He coordinates the specialization program in fisheries and aquaculture cybernetics and offers Master’s projects in automation and marine instrumentation. Recent research highlights include developing robotic platforms for fish telemetry, optimizing dissolved oxygen levels in salmon cages, and behavioral studies using acoustic telemetry. His work bridges cybernetics, marine engineering, and biological systems to enhance sustainable aquaculture practices.

• Art Theory
• Documentary Practices
• Media Studies
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Florian Schneider is a Professor of Art Theory and Documentary Practices at the Trondheim Academy of Fine Art (NTNU), part of the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Art. He holds a dual role as filmmaker, writer, and curator, focusing on intersections between mainstream and independent media, art activism, open-source technology, and experimental curatorial practices. Core Affiliations: NTNU, KEIN.ORG collective Key Projects: Imaginary Property (2006), Dictionary of War (1993–), kein mensch ist illegal (1997) His research bridges analog and digital documentation methods, emphasizing networked collaboration. Recent works include hybrid installations at Sonar Festival (2024) and collaborative exhibitions exploring geopolitical themes. Schneider has pioneered internet art projects since the early web era, blending artistic practice with social critique. Notable contributions include redefining documentary practices through essayistic films, TV productions for ARTE, and curatorial innovations in documenta X. His lectures and workshops address contemporary issues in creative labor and knowledge production, including a 2021 New European Bauhaus talk in Stavanger.

• Control Systems
• Drilling Engineering
• Hyperbolic Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)
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Ole Morten Aamo is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Cybernetics at NTNU. His research focuses on advanced control systems for complex engineering problems, particularly in drilling engineering and hyperbolic partial differential equations (PDEs). He holds a prominent position within the field of adaptive control, nonlinear systems, and fluid dynamics. His work often addresses challenges in offshore drilling, including vibration control, leak detection, and real-time data-driven decision-making. He employs cutting-edge methodologies like physics-informed neural networks and backstepping control designs. Key contributions include models for percussive drilling, distributed damping systems for reducing stick-slip vibrations, and adaptive control strategies for hyperbolic PDE systems. Recent publications highlight advancements in fault diagnosis for drilling operations, boundary control of hyperbolic systems, and the integration of machine learning for lithology classification. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical control systems with practical applications in energy and mining sectors. He has supervised numerous PhD and master’s students, including Haavard Holta, Nils Christian Aars Wilhelmsen, and Mia Olea Vettestad. His research groups collaborate with industry partners to translate theoretical innovations into deployable solutions for drilling automation and process safety. Notable projects include the development of real-time kick/loss detection systems and the design of decentralized damping subs for drilling rigs. His work is frequently published in top-tier journals like Automatica , IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control , and SPE Journal .

• Control Systems
• Robotics
• Energy Systems
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Damiano Varagnolo is a Professor at the Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on control systems, robotics, energy systems, and data-driven methodologies. He has collaborated extensively on projects involving underwater vehicles, renewable energy optimization, and biomedical engineering applications. Key contributions include advancements in formation control algorithms for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), adaptive control strategies for underactuated systems, and data synthesis techniques for tabular datasets. Varagnolo has published widely in top-tier journals such as IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology and IEEE Transactions on Power Systems. His work often integrates machine learning with classical control theory to address challenges in robotics, energy systems, and human-machine interaction. Notable projects include experimental validation of consensus protocols in networked systems and the development of energy expenditure estimation models for wheelchair users. He actively engages in educational initiatives, such as the 'Santa has Everything under Control' Advent calendar, aimed at demystifying control theory concepts for broader audiences. His interdisciplinary approach bridges mechanical engineering, computer science, and applied mathematics, with applications ranging from offshore wind energy optimization to autonomous navigation systems.

Nikolay NikolovView profile

Researcher

• Big Data
• Data Management
• Semantic Web
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Nikolay Nikolov is a Research Scientist in the Smart Data group at SINTEF Digital, Department of Sustainable Communication Technologies, located in Oslo. He is concurrently pursuing a PhD fellowship at the University of Oslo. His work focuses on novel methods for managing Big Data pipeline lifecycles, including their definition, analysis, optimization, simulation, and deployment on decentralized infrastructures. Education: Erasmus Mundus M.Sc. in Service Engineering from Stuttgart University, University of Crete, and Tilburg University Research Interests: Big Data pipelines on the Computing Continuum Cloud storage optimization and cost modelling Domain-specific languages for workflow orchestration Semantic web integration and data enrichment Key Projects: **DataCloud (2021–2023):** Enabling big data pipeline lifecycle management **enRichMyData (2022–2025):** AI-driven data enrichment pipelines Technical Contributions: Developed SIM-PIPE for data pipeline simulation Designed Dataclouddsl for visual/textual pipeline specification

Tomas Moe SkjølsvoldView profile

Professor

• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
• Societal Transitions and Transformations
• Energy Systems
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Tomas Moe Skjølsvold is a Professor of Science and Technology Studies (STS) and Director of FME NTRANS at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He holds a position in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies of Culture within the Faculty of Humanities. His expertise spans societal transitions, energy systems, climate science communication, and innovation policy. Education: Masters in Sociology (NTNU), focusing on institutional aspects of development projects in Malawi PhD in STS (NTNU), thesis on innovation in Norwegian and Swedish bioenergy industries Research Interests: Skjølsvold examines large-scale societal transformations, particularly energy systems transitioning to distributed renewable technologies. He explores how such transitions can be democratized and made inclusive, analyzing controversies around competing interests in policy, technology, and public engagement. His work also addresses climate science communication, gender dynamics in technological adoption, and the democratization of scientific practices. Teaching and Supervision: Current instructor for a master’s course on technology, innovation, and culture. Past courses include ICT and cultural change, energy-society interactions. Open to supervising motivated students in related fields. Labs/Initiatives: Directs FME NTRANS, a research center focused on sustainable energy transitions. Engages in interdisciplinary collaborations on technology policy, design, and societal integration.

Ida FuchsView profile

Researcher

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Solar Energy
• Battery Storage Technology
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Ida Fuchs is a Researcher and Innovation Manager at the Department of Electric Energy, NTNU. She holds a MSc in Industrial and Electrical Engineering (2006) and a Pre-Diploma in Physics from Chemnitz University of Technology. Her work bridges technical research with practical implementation, focusing on decentralized renewable energy systems, particularly solar and battery-based solutions for off-grid communities in Africa and Norway. She is actively involved with Engineers Without Borders Norway, contributing to field projects in Nepal, Tanzania, Kenya, and Madagascar. Her research emphasizes swarm electrification, energy sharing in nanogrids, and leveraging surplus energy from solar home systems. Recent projects include studies in Madagascar’s interconnected nanogrids and Kenya’s Eco Moyo Education Centre. She teaches courses like Solar and Storage Technologies and mentors student initiatives such as GridVille, which designs microgrids for emerging countries. Publications span topics like p2p electricity trading, battery control strategies, and machine learning in energy communities. She advocates for community-driven energy solutions and has contributed to policy discussions on the green shift through media engagements in Norway.

• High Performance Computing
• Cloud Computing
• Interconnection Networks
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Ernst Gunnar Gran is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where he leads the communication technology discipline. He also holds an adjunct research scientist position at Simula Research Laboratory, focusing on High Performance Computing (HPC) and cloud computing. Education: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Oslo (2007, 2014) Research: Intersections of HPC, interconnection networks, enterprise data centers, cloud computing, and data-intensive multi-cloud processing His recent work addresses real-time anomaly detection in IoT systems, traffic speed prediction for transportation networks, and adaptive routing in HPC environments. Articles span machine learning, network security, and distributed computing, with a focus on lightweight, self-adaptive algorithms. Current projects include leadership of the RCN-funded eX3 infrastructure project and contributions to the EU H2020 Melodic initiative. He has designed the NorNet Core testbed and holds patents in network reconfiguration and cloud architecture.

• Data Fusion
• Sensor Validation
• Statistical Signal Processing
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Apoorva Chawla is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Electronic Systems, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway. She holds a B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Gautam Buddh Technical University (2012) and an M.Tech.-Ph.D. Dual Degree in Electrical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (2022), where she was supported by the TCS Research Fellowship. She was a finalist for the Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship (2019). Research Interests : Data Fusion & Sensor Validation Statistical Signal Processing IoT and Sensor Networks Wireless Communications Industry 4.0 Applications Carbon Capture and Storage Systems Recent Trends in Publications : Her work focuses on distributed detection algorithms, federated learning for wireless systems, fault diagnosis in critical infrastructure (e.g., natural gas pipelines), and RIS-aided communication networks. Recent 2025 publications emphasize region-specific channel estimation in RIS-enabled networks and fault diagnosis in CO2 pipelines. Awards & Recognition : TCS Research Fellowship (IIT Kanpur) Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship finalist (2019) Grants & Projects : Associated with the SIGNIFY project on sensor validation for digital twins of safety-critical systems. Labs & Teams : Collaborates with NTNU's Electronic Systems group and international teams on federated sensor networks and industrial IoT applications.

Anders Kofod-PetersenView profile

Professor

• Knowledge-Intensive CBR
• Cognitive Systems
• Big Data Analytics
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Anders Kofod-Petersen is Professor at NTNU's Department of Computer Science and CEO of PiedBoeuf implementing industrial AI solutions. His research develops knowledge-intensive case-based reasoning systems for complex problem-solving. With doctorate from NTNU, he focuses on knowledge modeling, mobile informatics, and cognitive systems. He teaches AI/ML courses and has 20+ years experience commercializing AI through startups. Industrial applications: Manufacturing optimization, predictive maintenance, and intelligent mobile services.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Knowledge Representation
• Case-Based Reasoning
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Pinar Øztürk is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her research focuses on artificial intelligence, integrating it with cognitive science through knowledge representation, case-based reasoning, multiagent systems, and addressing bias and fairness in AI systems. She teaches courses including Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Distributed Artificial Intelligence and Multiagent Systems, and Context Sensitive Systems. Her competencies span machine learning, decision support systems, and experience transfer. No scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided information. She currently holds no recorded advisee relationships. No lab or team affiliations are specified.

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Gastrointestinal Diseases
• Epithelial Cells
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Ingunn Bakke is an Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Her research focuses on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), gastrointestinal diseases, and translational medical research. She leads the Clinical Academic Group - Precision Medicine in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (CAG-IBD) and collaborates with St. Olav Hospital. Her work integrates organoid cultures, histopathology, and advanced image analysis techniques to study IBD pathogenesis and therapeutic targets. Notable contributions include biomarker discovery (e.g., NGAL in collagenous colitis) and developing protocols for patient-derived colonoid drug testing under physiological conditions. Research interests span epithelial cell biology, immunomodulatory pathways (e.g., ISG15 in IBD), and gastric physiology. She contributes to medical education reforms at NTNU, emphasizing evidence-based practices and pedagogical innovation in professional medicine studies.