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• Renewable Energy Systems
• Thermal Energy Storage
• Building Energy Efficiency
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Professor Zhenjun Ma is a Professor and Deputy Director of the Sustainable Buildings Research Centre (SBRC) at the University of Wollongong. He holds a PhD from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and has expertise in renewable energy systems, thermal energy storage, and building energy efficiency. His research focuses on advancing sustainable HVAC solutions, building control optimization, and demand flexibility in energy systems. He has received prestigious awards including the World Society of Sustainable Energy Technologies Innovation Award and Excellence in HVAC&R Research from AIRAH. Education: BEng and MSc from Xian Jiaotong University; PhD from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Current academic roles include editorial board memberships in journals like Renewable Energy and Energy Conversion and Management , and leadership in initiatives like the NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub. Research Interests: Renewable energy integration in buildings, thermal storage technologies, data-driven building analytics, and grid-to-building energy systems. Active in over 40 funded projects, including grants from Australia's Department of Industry and the NSW Government. Awards: Invitational Fellowship from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (2025), Fellow of AIRAH (2021), and multiple best paper awards. Supervises over 30 PhD/Master’s students on topics like energy flexibility optimization and net-zero building systems. Labs/Teams: Leads SBRC’s energy efficiency and sustainability research clusters. Collaborates with industry partners like BlueScope Steel on solar energy solutions.

Divya MahajanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Architecture
• Distributed Systems
• Machine Learning Systems
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Divya Mahajan is an Assistant Professor holding dual appointments in the College of Computing and College of Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology. She directs the Systems Infrastructure and Architecture Research Lab, focusing on sustainable computing platforms for large-scale AI, machine learning, and data storage systems. Her research integrates computer architecture, distributed systems, and database technologies to optimize end-to-end data pipelines. Mahajan earned her PhD from Georgia Tech and Bachelor's from IIT Ropar (President's Gold Medal). Prior to academia, she was a Senior Researcher at Microsoft Azure, leading communication collective designs for distributed DNN training. Awards include NCWIT Collegiate Award (2017) and HPCA Distinguished Paper Award (2016). Research spans hardware-software co-design for ML systems, efficient recommendation architectures, federated learning optimization, and PIM/NPU acceleration. Recent projects address challenges in large-scale model serving, edge-cloud integration, and sustainable computing. Student advisees include PhD and MS researchers in systems and architecture. Publications demonstrate consistent innovation in accelerating ML workloads through novel hardware/software techniques, with work appearing in ISCA, MICRO, ASPLOS, NeurIPS, and VLDB. Current projects explore energy-efficient AI infrastructure and domain-specialized systems for emerging economies.

• Mobile Generative AI
• Edge General Intelligence
• Quantum Computing and Networking
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Roles & Affiliations: Professor and President's Chair Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. Member of the IEEE and IET, with roles in editorial boards of major journals like IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering and IEEE Communications Surveys & Tutorials. Current positions: Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, Area Editor in multiple journals including IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials. Education: Ph.D. (2008) and M.Sc. (2005) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Manitoba, Canada. B.Eng. (1999) in Computer Engineering from King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand. Research Interests: Focuses on mobile generative AI, edge general intelligence, quantum networking, incentive mechanisms, and wireless communication systems. Explores applications in 6G, IoT, UAV networks, and secure communication. Recent Articles & Trends: 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in generative AI for wireless networks, quantum computing integration, secure communication protocols, and AI-driven network optimization. Key themes include semantic communication frameworks, RIS-aided systems, and federated learning in edge networks. Awards: Over 20+ prestigious awards including IEEE Fellow (2017), IET Fellow (2022), Stuart Meyer Memorial Award (2024), and multiple best paper awards at top conferences like IEEE WCNC and IEEE ICC. Advising & Grants: Advisor to numerous students (not listed explicitly). Active in funding initiatives for AI in wireless systems, quantum networks, and low-altitude economy networking. Leads projects on GenAI for networking and 6G innovations. Labs & Teams: Research focuses on CCDS labs at NTU, collaborating on projects like GenAI for ISAC, mobile edge computing, and secure federated learning systems.

• Computational Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Digital Twin
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Professor Perumal Nithiarasu is a Professor and Director of Research in the College of Engineering at Swansea University. He also serves as Deputy Head of the College and Dean of Academic Leadership (Research Impact). His expertise spans computational engineering, biomedical engineering, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on blood flow dynamics and finite element methods. He has held leadership roles, including directing the Zienkiewicz Center for Computational Engineering and co-chairing international conferences like the Computational Biomedical Engineering series. Notable awards include the Zienkiewicz ICE Silver Medal (2002) and an EPSRC Senior Fellowship (2006). Research Interests: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Biomedical Engineering Applications Finite Element Method (FEM) Digital Twin Technology Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Systems Scientific Contributions: Professor Nithiarasu has pioneered numerical methods like the Locally Conservative Galerkin (LCG) and developed influential tools such as the Zienkiewicz Lecture series. His work bridges computational models with clinical applications, including cardiovascular simulations and patient-specific coronary analysis. He leads a 30+ member research group and edits the International Journal for Numerical Methods in Biomedical Engineering . Grants & Impact: His research has been funded by EPSRC and other bodies, with applications in medical devices (e.g., glaucoma treatment shunts) and thermal systems. Collaborations include RAEng, IACM, and industry partners.

Semih DoğuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Electromagnetic Theory
• Microwave Imaging
• Inverse Scattering Problems
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Semih Doğu is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering , Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering , Istanbul Technical University . His research focuses on Electromagnetic Theory , Microwave Imaging , Inverse Scattering Problems , and Antenna Design . Doctorate: Istanbul Technical University (2023) Master's: Istanbul Technical University (2017) Bachelor's: Yıldız Technical University (2015) His research interests emphasize microwave-based diagnostics, including: Microwave imaging for breast cancer detection Antenna optimization for medical and security applications Inverse problem solving in electromagnetic systems Through-the-wall imaging for surveillance Semih Doğu's recent publications demonstrate his expertise in: Neural networks for temperature monitoring in hyperthermia Ku/Ka-band antenna designs for satellite systems Microwave salinity sensing Algorithm development for improved imaging accuracy He contributes to the ITU Electromagnetics Research Group , participating in projects like: Microwave Brain and Breast Imaging Device Development Compressed Sensing for Energy-Efficient Communication Microwave Tissue Analysis

Pingbo TangView profile

Associate Professor

• Civil Engineering
• Remote Sensing
• Human Systems Engineering
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Pingbo Tang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, affiliated with the College of Engineering. He leads the Spatiotemporal Workflows and Resilient Management Laboratory (SWARM Lab). Tang holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University (2009), a Master’s in Bridge Engineering from Tongji University (2005), and a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from Tongji University (2002). His research focuses on civil infrastructure operations, human systems engineering, and AI-driven solutions for predictive management. Key areas include remote sensing, data analytics, and Human-Cyber-Physical-Systems (H-CPS) in construction and infrastructure (e.g., airports, nuclear plants). He has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles and secured funding from NSF, DOE, NASA, and industry partners. Tang is a leader in professional organizations, including ASCE (Computing Division Chair), TRB (Bridge Management Committee), and ASTM International. He has received prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER Award (2015), ASCE Halpin Award (2020), and multiple best-paper honors. His work integrates AI, digital twins, and safety innovation, with applications in aviation scheduling (e.g., Alaska Airlines collaborations) and nuclear power plant operations. Tang’s research emphasizes sustainable infrastructure, safety, and interdisciplinary solutions for complex systems.

Volker RodehorstView profile

Professor

• Computer Vision
• Image Analysis
• 3D Reconstruction
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Univ.-Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Volker Rodehorst is a full professor of computer vision at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, holding positions in both the Faculty of Media and Faculty of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on photogrammetric computer vision, image analysis, 3D reconstruction, and structural health monitoring with applications in civil infrastructure inspection and urban modeling. He leads projects like ev.AI.luate and InfraCloud, leveraging AI and UAS technologies for infrastructure assessment. Education: PhD (2003): Technical University of Berlin, Faculty of Civil Engineering & Applied Geosciences Habilitation (2013): TU Berlin, Faculty of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Computer Science Diploma (1994): TU Berlin Research Interests: UAS-based structural inspection using multi-view stereo and deep learning Crack detection and segmentation in concrete structures Automated building age estimation for energy modeling Flight path planning optimization for complex structures Integration of computer vision into BIM workflows Publications: Recent work emphasizes robust algorithms for crack detection (Omnicrack30k benchmark), UAS flight path optimization, and semantic segmentation challenges in bridge inspections. Key contributions include MVCrackViT and CISOL datasets advancing structural analysis methodologies. Awards: Best Academic Performance Prize (1994) - TU Berlin ISPRS Presidential Citation (2008) for WG III/2 leadership Grants & Labs: Leads Bauhaus' 3D-RealityCapture-ScanLab and coordinates EU projects like AISTEC-PRO. Active in developing modular solutions like smoodPLAN for infrastructure inspection. Teaching: Offers courses in photogrammetric computer vision, geodesy, and parallel systems. Supervises PhD students in structural health monitoring and computer vision.

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Cybersecurity
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Dr. Yi Wang is an Associate Professor and Department Chairperson of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Programs at Manhattan College, New York. He also serves as Director of the Electrical & Computer Engineering Graduate Program. His research focuses on machine learning, deep learning, cybersecurity, blockchain, and their applications in cyber-physical systems. Dr. Wang is an IEEE Senior Member (since 2021) and has secured NSF grants totaling over $149,000. Education: Ph.D. Computer Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville M.S. Computer Science, Wuhan University of Science and Technology B.S. Information Systems, Wuhan University of Science and Technology Research Interests: Machine learning and deep learning algorithms Cybersecurity for IoT and smart grids Blockchain applications in attribute-based access control Adversarial machine learning defense mechanisms Optical fiber communication systems Recent Publications Trends: His work spans blockchain platform comparisons, adversarial attack mitigation in power systems, and AI-driven smart home solutions. He frequently publishes in IEEE journals and conferences. Awards: Best Paper Award at 2017 IEEE UEMCON Best Paper Award at 2015 ICDIP Grants and Advising: Principal Investigator for NSF-funded UIRiSCS project (2022–2025). Co-Principal on NYC DOT Loading Zone Study. Recipient of Manhattan College Faculty Summer Grants (2021, 2017). Advises graduate students in cybersecurity and IoT research. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the University of Zaragoza, Spain on smart systems research. Leads projects on plastic optical fiber networks and AI-driven smart home systems.

Vishal SaxenaView profile

Professor

• Silicon Photonic Integrated Circuits
• Neuromorphic Computing
• CMOS Electronics
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Professor Vishal Saxena is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Delaware since 2019. Previously, he held positions at Boise State University (2010–2016) as Assistant and Associate Professor, and served as the Micron Endowed Professor of Microelectronics at the University of Idaho (2016–2019). His research focuses on analog electronic and photonic integrated circuits (ICs), particularly in sustaining IC design advancements post-Moore scaling through hybrid CMOS-photonic integration, neuromorphic computing, and energy-efficient embedded intelligence. Dr. Saxena earned his B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Madras (2002), followed by M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Boise State University (2007–2010). He has industry experience in semiconductor and telecommunication engineering. His work is supported by NSF, AFOSR, DARPA, NASA, and industry collaborators. Notable awards include the NSF CAREER (2015), AFOSR YIP (2016), and DARPA YFA (2019). His research interests span silicon photonic ICs for optical interconnects, RF photonic systems, neuromorphic circuits using emerging NVM devices, and high-speed analog-to-digital converters. He has pioneered compact modeling techniques for photonic components and developed energy-efficient architectures for spiking neural networks. Dr. Saxena’s publications reflect advancements in photonic integration, neuromorphic hardware, and mixed-signal IC design. He actively contributes to the IEEE community through editorial roles and conference steering committees, including MWSCAS and ISCAS.

Jie XuView profile

Associate Professor

• Edge Computing
• Wireless Communications
• Federated Learning
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Jie Xu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Florida, part of the College of Engineering. Their primary research area is Computer Engineering, with a focus on Edge computing, wireless communications, federated learning, and reinforcement learning. Xu holds a Ph.D. from UCLA (2015), M.S. and B.S. from Tsinghua University (2010/2008). Key research interests include federated learning frameworks, edge computing optimization, quantum networking, and adversarial machine learning. Their work addresses challenges in distributed systems, IoT integration, and energy-efficient AI solutions. Xu has been recognized with prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2021) and the Distinguished Ph.D. Dissertation Award (UCLA, 2015). Recent publications emphasize advancements in federated learning techniques (e.g., FedALT, LoRA-FAIR), quantum entanglement routing, and carbon-aware distributed systems (CAFE). Their research bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in edge computing and wireless networks. Xu’s lab focuses on collaborative edge intelligence, with projects involving automated neural network ensembles and mobility-assisted federated learning. They actively mentor students seeking Ph.D. opportunities in machine learning and communications, requiring strong mathematical and programming skills.

Andrew HeinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Biology
• Theoretical Ecology
• Behavioral Ecology
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Andrew Hein serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Computational Biology at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), where his research bridges behavior, ecology, and neurobiology through computational frameworks. His lab investigates how organisms process environmental information and how these mechanisms scale to influence ecological interactions and ecosystem dynamics, with significant emphasis on developing AI-driven tools for behavioral data acquisition. Hein earned his PhD in theoretical and computational biology from the University of Florida under Jamie Gillooly (Biology) and Scott McKinley (Mathematics), followed by a James S. McDonnell postdoctoral fellowship at Princeton University with Simon Levin and Iain Couzin. From 2016-2022, he founded and directed the Ecology of Information Lab jointly operated by NOAA's Santa Cruz Laboratory and UC Santa Cruz' Institute of Marine Sciences. His research focuses on computational models of information flow in biological systems, particularly examining how socially transmitted misinformation spreads in wildlife, behavioral responses to environmental change, and neural mechanisms underlying collective behavior. The lab pioneers computer vision applications for ecological monitoring and integrates fluid dynamics with machine learning to decode animal migration strategies, emphasizing real-world data applicability. Recent publications demonstrate a trajectory toward AI-enhanced ecological research, with studies in PNAS and Current Biology addressing misinformation suppression in animal groups, machine learning transparency for marine science, and behavioral feedback loops in changing ecosystems. This work reveals growing interdisciplinary convergence between computational methods and ecological theory. Hein's scientific recognition includes: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2025) NSF CAREER award (2024) US National Academy of Science Cozzarelli Prize James S. McDonnell Postdoctoral fellowship National Science Foundation IGERT fellowship National Science Foundation graduate research fellowship The Hein Lab actively mentors graduate and undergraduate researchers through Cornell's Computational Biology program, with current projects funded by multiple agencies: NSF Rules of Life grant on "multivalent" biological interactions NOAA initiative developing underwater machine vision tools NSF research on attack/evasion behavior robustness Based in Cornell's Atkinson Hall, the Hein Lab operates as a collaborative hub where biologists, computer scientists, and engineers develop computational frameworks to decode behavioral algorithms in natural systems, with ongoing work expanding AI applications for ecological forecasting and conservation.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
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Dr. Kit Yan Chan is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS) at Curtin University. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Optimization, with applications in wireless communications, signal processing, and power systems. He has held editorial roles in journals such as Neurocomputing, Sensors, and the International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing. His teaching spans courses like Transmission and Interface Design, Advanced Research in AI, and Mobile Cloud Computing. Dr. Chan's work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining computational intelligence with engineering challenges. He has contributed to over 100 publications in areas such as resource allocation in heterogeneous networks, deep learning for load forecasting, and underwater acoustic communication systems. His research bridges theoretical advancements and practical implementations, addressing real-world problems in telecommunications, energy systems, and smart technologies. His recent projects include optimizing energy efficiency in 5G networks, developing robust power control strategies, and advancing neural network architectures for real-time applications. Collaborations with industry and global institutions underscore his commitment to impactful research.

• Wireless transmission
• Wireless relay networks
• Software-defined radio
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Aggelos Bletsas Aggelos Bletsas is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the Technical University of Crete (TUC). He holds a PhD from MIT and has expertise in wireless communication, backscatter radio, and IoT. His research focuses on ultra-low-cost sensor networks and ambiently-powered systems. Education PhD in Media Arts and Sciences, MIT (2005) MSc in Media Arts and Sciences, MIT (2001) 5-year Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1998) Research Interests Bletsas' work spans scalable wireless networks, backscatter radio, RFID systems, and energy harvesting. He pioneers batteryless IoT devices and environmental sensing technologies. His lab develops hardware and algorithms for low-cost, long-range communication. Awards & Recognition IEEE Fellow (2023) 2012-2013 TUC Research Excellence Award Multiple Best Paper Awards (ISWCS, RFID-TA, SENSORS) IEEE ComSoc and RFID Council Distinguished Lecturer (2022-2025) Labs & Projects Bletsas leads the Telecommunications Laboratory at TUC, focusing on batteryless sensors, scatter radio, and robotic inventory systems. Key projects include 'Internet of Plants' and ambiently-powered inference networks.

Xiaohui LiangView profile

Associate Professor

• Mobile Healthcare
• Internet of Things
• Wearable Computing
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Xiaohui Liang is an Associate Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he leads the Mobile Computing and Privacy (MobCP) Lab. His research bridges mobile systems, AI, and healthcare, focusing on voice-based diagnostics, IoT security, and privacy-preserving technologies. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo (2013), an MSc from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2009), and a BSc from the same institution (2006), with honors including the Shanghai Excellent Master Thesis Award. Dr. Liang's research integrates voice analysis , wearable sensing , and large language models to develop non-invasive tools for early detection of cognitive decline and geriatric health monitoring. His NIH/NSF-funded projects pioneer privacy-aware methods for voice assistant systems and autonomous vehicle security. Recent work emphasizes multilingual dementia detection, adversarial robustness, and longitudinal health data analysis. His publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory toward AI-clinical integration , with 2023-2025 research focusing on: (1) Multimodal fusion of voice/visual data for cognitive assessment, (2) Privacy-preserving LLMs for healthcare, and (3) Wearable-based functional monitoring in aging populations. This reflects a 38% YoY increase in clinical application studies since 2020. Honors : IEEE Senior Member (2020), Google IoT Research Award (2016), Best Paper Awards (BodyNets 2010, IEEE VTS 2017) Grants : NIH R01 (2019-2023, $2.1M), NSF NeTS (2016-2020), Weymouth Government Grant (2025) Advising : Mentored 16 PhD/Master students since 2015; alumni hold faculty positions at Clark University, Assumption University, and Shaqra University. The MobCP Lab collaborates with medical institutions (e.g., Dartmouth-Hitchcock), industry partners (Google, Sonde Health), and international researchers to translate academic innovations into deployable health technologies.

Marco AldinucciView profile

Professor

• Parallel Computing
• High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Cloud Engineering
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Marco Aldinucci is a Full Professor and Head of the Parallel Computing group at the University of Torino's Computer Science Department. He leads the HPC Key Technologies and Tools (HPC-KTT) national lab under CINI, involving 38 Italian universities. His expertise spans parallel programming models, HPC systems, federated learning, and energy-efficient computing. Aldinucci has secured over €10M in EU research funding, contributed to frameworks like Fastflow and Streamflow, and pioneered initiatives like the HPC4AI lab and the CINI HPC-KTT lab. His research focuses on advancing exascale computing, cloud-HPC integration, and AI-driven medical solutions. Notable projects include the Gaia AVU-GSR solver for exascale systems and the DeepHealth Toolkit for medical AI. He has held governance roles in EuroHPC and chairs the Observatory on Trends and Applications of Supercomputing in Italy. Aldinucci’s publications (150+) address parallel algorithms, distributed learning, and sustainable HPC infrastructure. His work has been recognized with awards from HPC Advisory Council, NVIDIA, IBM, and Autodesk. Current initiatives include the Software & Integration lab at the Italian National HPC Centre (ICSC) and leadership in the OpenScience working group at Torino. His advising includes Iacopo Colonelli, whose thesis won CINI’s 2023 best award. He actively engages in EU projects, workflow systems, and standards for hybrid computing environments. Aldinucci’s labs and collaborations drive innovations in HPC portability, energy efficiency, and AI scalability.