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Stefanie KlattView profile

Professor

• Sports Science
• Cognitive Psychology
• Motor Learning
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Stefanie Klatt is a Professor in the Department of Cognition in Team Sports at the German Sport University Cologne. Her research focuses on integrating cognitive factors into the analysis and optimization of training and movement processes in sports games. Current academic leader in team sports cognition Active editorial contributor to sports science journals International collaborations with institutions like University of Brighton Her research spans Sports Science , Cognitive Psychology , and Motion Analysis , particularly examining attention mechanisms, decision-making dynamics, and cognitive-motor integration in high-pressure sports scenarios. Recent work explores stress responses in referees and novel training interventions for athletes. Key publication trends include team sports cognition , performance optimization , and health promotion initiatives. Awards include the DOSB Science Prize (2016) and Honorary Research Fellowship at University of Brighton (2020). DOSB Science Prize 2016 DVS Publication Prize 2015 Karl Hofmann Research Prize 2015 Honorary Research Fellow, University of Brighton 2020 Excellence in Research Award 2023 She supervises junior researchers like PhD student Benjamin Noël and leads third-party funded projects on referee training, movement analysis, and public health interventions through insurance partnerships.

Martin BastkowskiView profile

Lecturer

• English Language Teaching Methodology
• Teacher Training
• Active Learning
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Martin Bastkowski, M. Ed., OStR, serves as a Lecturer in English Language Education at the Faculty of Humanities and Cultural Studies at Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg and at the University of Hildesheim. He maintains a dual career as both an academic lecturer and a practicing school teacher at KGS Ernst-Reuter-Schule in Pattensen, where he holds the positions of Teacher and Head of Foreign Languages Department as well as Deputy Head of Secondary School I. His research and teaching interests focus on practical English language teaching methodology, with emphasis on active learning approaches, methodological diversity, communicative media use, performance assessment, and optimizing teaching and learning processes. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with classroom practice, providing valuable insights for both pre-service and in-service teachers. Bastkowski's recent publications reveal a growing engagement with digital education tools, AI applications in language teaching, collaborative learning approaches, and innovative assessment methods. His work consistently addresses practical classroom challenges while incorporating contemporary educational technologies and pedagogical approaches. Co-editor of the specialist journal 'Englisch 5-10' Co-author of the 'Lighthouse' textbook series (General and Advanced Editions) Regular contributor to professional development for English teachers Consultant for ministry commissions on English language education As an educator who maintains active classroom experience while contributing to academic discourse, Bastkowski offers valuable perspective on the practical implementation of teaching methodologies. His consultation hours at the university demonstrate his commitment to supporting teacher trainees in bridging theory and practice.

• Haptic Teleoperation
• Control Algorithms
• Network Communication
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Zican Wang is a Scientific Staff member and Ph.D. candidate at the Chair of Media Technology within the School of Computation, Information and Technology at Technical University of Munich (TUM). He joined TUM in 2021 after completing his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the Robotics Laboratory at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he had previously earned dual B.Sc. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science. Wang's research focuses on haptic teleoperation systems, control algorithms, network communication, and related technologies including digital twins and perceptual signal quality assessment. His work specifically targets the optimization and assessment of control methods and quality of experience in teleoperation over time-delayed networks. He employs data processing, machine learning, robotics, and virtual reality as assistive tools for his primary research objectives. Wang's publications demonstrate expertise in haptic dataset augmentation, teleoperation control systems, and subjective experience prediction. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of haptic technology in robotics, with particular attention to variable impedance control, human stiffness estimation, and GAN-based approaches for haptic data processing. Wang frequently collaborates with Professor Eckehard Steinbach and colleagues including Dong Yang, Xiao Xu, and Basak Gülecyüz on projects related to the Centre for Tactile Internet with Human-in-the-Loop (CeTI). IEEE Sensors Journal publication (2024) on haptic sensor-aided variable impedance control Multiple IROS and RO-MAN conference papers (2022-2023) on haptic dataset augmentation and teleoperation optimization Wang also supervises student research, including a project on GAN-based subjective haptic signal quality assessment database augmentation. His work contributes to TUM's research in haptic communication, video communication, and human activity understanding as part of broader projects including the Centre for Tactile Internet with Human-in-the-Loop (CeTI) and DFG-funded research on Teleoperation over 5G.

Simone SchäffnerView profile

Researcher

• Language Processing
• Bilingualism
• Speech Therapy
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Dr. Simone Schäffner serves as a Scientific Associate and Lecturer at the Chair of Pedagogy and Intervention for Language and Communication Impairments within the Institute for Special Education at the Faculty of Human Sciences, Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg. Since January 2021, she has held dual roles as both a lecturer in the Academic Speech Therapy/Speech Therapy program at Würzburg's Vocational School for Speech Therapy and as Coordinator of the Academic Speech Therapy/Logopedics program at the university. Her educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy (Dr. phil., summa cum laude) from RWTH Aachen University (2018) Master of Science in Teaching and Research Logopedics from RWTH Aachen University (2012) Bachelor of Science in Logopedics from RWTH Aachen University (2010) State-certified Logopedist qualification (2008) Dr. Schäffner's research centers on multimodal language processing , particularly examining how different sensory inputs affect language comprehension in children with language development disorders. Her work explores bilingual language processing in bimodal bilingual individuals and investigates the relationship between language disorders and sensory integration. A significant portion of her recent research focuses on metacognitive training approaches for improving executive functions in children, with direct applications for speech therapy interventions. She examines gesture production differences, modality switching mechanisms, and the role of modality compatibility in elementary school children's language processing. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a clear progression from foundational research on modality effects in language switching to applied research examining these phenomena in clinical populations. Her work increasingly bridges cognitive psychology and speech therapy, developing evidence-based interventions that translate theoretical findings into practical therapeutic approaches, particularly through metacognitive and working memory training protocols. Dr. Schäffner supervises bachelor's theses in the Academic Speech Therapy program and coordinates clinical internships at the ENT Clinic of the University Hospital Würzburg. Her teaching encompasses courses on research methodology in speech therapy, language comprehension disorders, and multilingualism. She leads several active research projects: Investigating modality-specific effects in language processing in children with language development disorder Conducting multitasking studies to examine modality effects in bimodal bilingual individuals Studying the relationship between diagnosed language disorders and sensory integration Her research takes place within the Chair of Pedagogy and Intervention for Language and Communication Impairments, which functions as part of the university's broader infrastructure for special education research and clinical practice.

Fang ZhaoView profile

Associate Professor

• Multimedia Learning
• Cognitive Psychology
• Educational Psychology
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Fang Zhao serves as Junior Research Group Leader of the Multimedia group at FernUniversität Hagen's Center of Advanced Technology Assisted Learning and Predictive Analytics (CATALPA) since April 2021. As a cognitive and educational psychologist, she conducts interdisciplinary research on multimedia learning and multitasking within this university-funded research center, collaborating with partners across psychological and educational domains. Her academic credentials include a 2024 Habilitation from FernUniversität Hagen, a Ph.D. in Psychology from University of Koblenz Landau (2012-2015), an M.A. in Linguistics and Translation Studies from Durham University, U.K. (2010-2012), and a B.A. in Linguistics and English Language from Henan University, China (2006-2010). Dr. Zhao's research examines how individuals process multimedia information through text-picture integration, interactive simulations, and video-based instruction, with particular focus on exploration-exploitation dynamics in learning environments. Her sequence learning investigations extend to multitasking scenarios involving basic sequences, timing patterns, and complex hierarchical structures like Origami folding. This work bridges cognitive theory with practical educational technology applications through rigorous experimental methodologies. Recent publication analysis reveals consistent emphasis on optimizing visual representations for data comparison, measuring cognitive load in online learning, and evaluating guidance structures in asynchronous courses. Her research demonstrates that while interactive elements are generally preferred by learners, their educational benefits remain context-dependent with significant individual differences in effectiveness. Leading the Multimedia junior research group at CATALPA, Dr. Zhao directs investigations into how interactive and multimedia components influence learning processes across diverse student populations. The team operates within an interdisciplinary framework that integrates psychological theory with technological innovation to develop predictive analytics for learning enhancement.

• Special Education
• Conductive Education
• Inclusion
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Krisztina Desits is a Lecturer at the Protestant University of Applied Sciences Nuremberg (EVHN) since 2018 and Lecturer for special tasks since 2019. She teaches in the Dual study program in Special Education and Study Program in Childhood Education, Training and Health, with 25+ years of professional experience in conductive education and leadership roles including Head of Conductive Education at Nuremberg's Association for People with Physical Disabilities and Vice Presidency of the European Conductive Association. Her academic credentials include: Master's in Applied Educational Sciences (EVHN, 2017-2020) - Thesis: "Living independently despite high support needs" Diploma in Conducting (Petö András Institute, Budapest) State-certified special education teacher (Bavaria, 2017) Primary School Teacher qualification (Budapest) Vocational nurse/medical assistant training (1983-1987) Her professional focus centers on conductive education for motor impairments, transition processes to independent living, and inclusion strategies. She specializes in competence development within everyday contexts using ICF Vita frameworks, with extensive practical experience in parent-child interventions, early support systems, and integration services for educational settings. Her international work across Hungary, Germany, UK, Greece and Austria informs her evidence-based approach to disability support. Desits maintains active leadership in professional organizations including the European Conductive Association (Vice President since 2004), Professional Association for Special Education (Board member since 2020), and Federal Association for Conductive Education (Board member since 2012). Her practice-oriented methodology emphasizes self-determined living solutions and individualized support systems for people with complex disabilities.

Marcel KernView profile

Assistant Professor

• Work Psychology
• Occupational Stress
• Emotion Regulation
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Dr. Marcel Kern is a Junior Professor (Assistant Professor) of Applied Psychology in Work and Health at Ruhr-Universität Bochum, where he heads the work unit in the Work and Health department (AOW) within the Faculty of Psychology. His research focuses on understanding work stressors, emotional labor, and organizational change processes, with particular attention to how these factors impact employee well-being and performance. Dr. Kern completed his academic training at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt, where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees (2008-2014), followed by his PhD in Psychology (2014-2019). He then served as a postdoctoral researcher at the same institution (2019-2022) before joining Ruhr-Universität Bochum as a Junior Professor in April 2022. Dr. Kern's research program centers on work psychology, particularly examining: The dual nature of work stressors (both positive and negative effects) Social dynamics in teams, including stressors, resources, and conflict processes Emotional demands in service work and related regulation strategies Organizational changes driven by digitalization and new information technologies His recent work shows an increasing focus on digital work challenges such as email overload, availability ambiguity, and hybrid work arrangements. Dr. Kern's research often employs longitudinal designs and contributes to both theoretical development in occupational health psychology and practical applications for organizations seeking to improve work design and employee well-being. Dr. Kern maintains active scholarly engagement through multiple publication outlets and professional networks, as evidenced by his profiles on Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Web of Science, and Twitter.

Xiao YuView profile

Researcher

• LLMs Data Governance and Evaluation
• Intelligent Software Engineering
• Software Security and Reliability
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Xiao Yu is a Research Fellow (Assistant Research Professor) at the State Key Laboratory of Blockchain and Data Security, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China. Previously, they were a Postdoctoral Researcher at Huawei under Prof. Xin Xia. They hold dual PhD degrees: from Wuhan University's School of Computer Science (December 2020) supervised by Prof. Jin Liu, and from City University of Hong Kong's Department of Computer Science (March 2021) supervised by Prof. Qing Li and Prof. Jacky Wai Keung. Research focuses on three interconnected domains: LLMs Data Governance and Evaluation addressing hallucination phenomena and task-specific LLM evaluation in software engineering; Intelligent Software Engineering leveraging deep learning for code generation, annotation, and maintenance; and Software Security and Reliability investigating vulnerability detection, log anomaly identification, and security bug classification. Their work bridges theoretical advancements with industrial applications, particularly in blockchain and data security contexts. Recent publications demonstrate strong trends in realistic LLM evaluation (RealisticCodeBench), vulnerability detection using semi-supervised learning, and industrial anomaly detection. Key thematic areas include effort-aware defect prediction, code smell detection, and the practical application of large language models in software engineering tasks, with increasing emphasis on data quality and privacy considerations. Xiao Yu actively contributes to the academic community through extensive service roles including journal reviewing for ACM Transactions on Software Engineering and Methodology, IEEE Transactions on Dependable and Secure Computing, and serving on program committees for major conferences like APSEC 2025 and ASE 2025. They have supervised numerous graduate students as evidenced by authorship patterns in publications. Based at Zhejiang University's State Key Laboratory of Blockchain and Data Security, their research operates at the intersection of academic rigor and industrial relevance, with strong collaborations spanning multiple institutions including Huawei, Wuhan University, and City University of Hong Kong.