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Mikael Johansson is a Professor at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH), specializing in Control Technology . He teaches and coordinates courses such as Distributed Optimization (FEL3311) and various advanced-level degree projects in computer science, electrical engineering, and systems engineering. His research spans Control Systems , Machine Learning , and Optimization , with a focus on asynchronous algorithms, federated learning, and applications in energy systems and construction. His work includes 15 recent publications on topics like neural networks, distributed optimization, and battery technology. Notable areas of contribution are in asynchronous learning, federated learning with privacy constraints, and quasi-Newton methods for optimization. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in urban design, healthcare, and autonomous systems.

• Control Technology
• Distributed Optimization
• Machine Learning
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Betty Tärning is a researcher at the Department of Philosophy, Lund University , specializing in Cognitive Science and Educational Technology . She is affiliated with the eSSENCE: The e-Science Collaboration and contributes to the LU Profile Area: Natural and Artificial Cognition . Her work focuses on digital learning environments, pedagogical agents, and feedback systems. Email: betty.tarning@lucs.lu.se Office: LUX:B467, Helgonavägen 3, Lund Research Interests: Tärning investigates how virtual reality and educational games can enhance learning outcomes, particularly in middle school and early childhood education . Her recent work explores robotic emotional expression and feedback neglect in digital contexts. Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize human-robot interaction , virtual learning environments , and feedback mechanisms in educational games. She integrates cognitive modeling with pedagogical design to address challenges in digital literacy and student engagement . Projects & Collaborations: Active in initiatives like DeSIDE: Designing Sustainable Digital Work and Virtuellt klassrum som forskningsplattform , she collaborates across disciplines, including with Pufendorf IAS and Humanities Lab . Her network includes researchers from Sweden , Europe , and North America .

• Cognitive Science
• Educational Technology
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Kjell Brunnström serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering (DET) at Mid Sweden University, based in Sundsvall. He maintains active affiliation with the STC Research Centre, contributing to cutting-edge research in multimedia quality assessment and immersive technologies through extensive international collaborations. His research centers on Quality of Experience (QoE) with specialized focus on 3D video systems , virtual reality environments , and augmented teleoperation interfaces . He pioneers methodologies for subjective and objective video quality evaluation, particularly examining human factors in sports broadcasting (Video Assistant Referee systems), mining applications, and automotive displays. His work bridges theoretical psychophysical models with industrial implementations through standards development like ITU-T Rec. P.919. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent investigation into latency effects, distortion impacts, and viewing condition variables across emerging media formats. Key application domains include sports video refereeing, 360-degree video systems, VR simulators for remote machinery control, and adaptive streaming protocols, demonstrating strong industry-academia translation. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source material. Advising and Grants: Student supervision and grant funding details were not disclosed in available documentation. Labs and Teams: Brunnström operates within Mid Sweden University's STC Research Centre framework, collaborating with global institutions including Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden), University of Surrey (UK), and multiple European research consortia. His work directly informs ITU standardization efforts and industrial implementations in broadcast and automotive sectors.

• Quality of Experience
• Video Quality Assessment
• Augmented Reality
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Petter Falkman is an Associate Professor in Systems and Control Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology, where he leads research in the Automation research group. With 68 publications spanning over two decades, his work bridges theoretical control systems with practical industrial applications, particularly in manufacturing and robotics. His research has been supported by major funding bodies including VINNOVA and European Commission projects. Falkman's research primarily focuses on intelligent automation systems, with key contributions in sequence planning, virtual commissioning, and human-robot interaction. His work integrates formal methods with practical industrial applications, developing frameworks like the Sequence Planner for control of intelligent automation systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on data-driven approaches, digital twin technologies, and the application of virtual reality for industrial applications. The research shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of human factors with automation systems, particularly through eye tracking and movement prediction technologies. Falkman has led or participated in 10 major research projects from 2011-2025, including CLOUDS (2022-2025) on circular solutions for sustainable production systems, UNICORN (2017-2021) on robotic refuse handling, and several VINNOVA-funded projects on virtual preparation and industrial automation. His collaborative network includes researchers across Chalmers and industry partners like Volvo Group, demonstrating strong industry-academia connections. Falkman has established himself as a key contributor to the development of frameworks for intelligent automation, with particular expertise in translating theoretical control concepts into practical industrial applications. His work on the Sequence Planner framework represents a significant contribution to the field, enabling more efficient preparation and commissioning of automation systems.

• Automation Systems
• Control Engineering
• Robotics
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Giacomo Landeschi is an Associate Professor at Lund University's Department of Archaeology and Ancient History, affiliated with the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology. He serves as deputy director of the Digital Archaeology Laboratory (DARK Lab) and works as a research engineer in the LU Humanities Lab. His expertise lies in digital archaeology, 3D GIS, and digitally informed sensory archaeologies. Lund University, Department of Archaeology and Ancient History Deputy Director, DARK Lab Research Engineer, Humanities Lab Landeschi's research focuses on spatial analysis of ancient environments using advanced digital tools. He leads or co-leads projects studying: Space and movement in Pompeian houses via 3D GIS (since 2016) AI-based methods for Scandinavian forest land analysis Ancient urbanism in southern Etruria His recent publications include co-authored books on sensory archaeology and 3D GIS methods. Landeschi also contributes to academic evaluation as an ERC Consolidator Grant committee member (SH6 - The Study of Human Past). Grant for publication (2018) Travel grant (2018) Conference grant (2017) Research Initiation grant (2017)

• Digital Archaeology
• 3D GIS
• Sensory Archaeologies
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Ida Bergvall is a Senior lecturer at the Department of Pedagogy, Didactics and Educational Sociology at Uppsala University. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of mathematics education, linguistic analysis, and multimodal communication in educational contexts. Dr. Bergvall's research primarily investigates mathematical subject language and its impact on diverse student populations. Her work examines: How linguistic features in mathematics tests affect different student groups The multimodal nature of mathematical communication (text, symbols, images) Information density in mathematical materials Differences between language use in mathematics and science The role of dynamic elements in digital teaching platforms Collaborative problem-solving approaches in mathematics education Her publication history reveals an evolving research trajectory from foundational linguistic analysis of mathematics education toward contemporary investigations of digital learning environments. Bergvall consistently applies social semiotic perspectives to understand how multiple modes of communication function together in mathematical education. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on dynamic elements in digital teaching platforms and their influence on students' reading behavior and comprehension processes. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided materials, her research appears to focus on collaborative projects examining mathematical language, particularly through the lens of TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) data analysis and contemporary digital learning environments.

• Mathematics Education
• Mathematical Linguistics
• Multimodal Analysis in Education
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Donald McMillan is an Associate Professor (Docent) in Human-Computer Interaction at Stockholm University's Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. He is a core member of the Stockholm Technology & Interaction Research (STIR) group, which brings together technologists and social scientists to research and build new digital technologies within the Human-Computer Interaction field. His research focuses on the adoption, adaptation, and use of novel technology in everyday settings, with particular emphasis on expanding the interactional repertoire of conversational interfaces. McMillan investigates how insights from fluid human-human communication can inform the development of better human-computer interaction paradigms through machine learning applications. His work often examines the contextual and social dimensions of technology use in real-world environments. Currently, McMillan serves as Principal Investigator for the Advanced Adaptive Intelligent Systems project, which develops new ways for robots and intelligent agents to understand and adapt to human collaborative work, and the Designing New Speech Interfaces with Ambient Audio project. He is also involved in the Implicit Interaction project. Previous projects include Autonomous Last Mile (developing Extended Reality experiences for human intervention in autonomous vehicle scenarios) and From Tracking to Hacking (exploring how people interact with technology to hack traditional sleep schedules). Advanced Adaptive Intelligent Systems: Developing adaptive interaction frameworks for intelligent systems Designing New Speech Interfaces with Ambient Audio: Expanding conversational capabilities through environmental audio analysis Implicit Interaction: Exploring subtle, background interaction paradigms Autonomous Last Mile: Creating XR experiences for human-robot collaboration scenarios From Tracking to Hacking: Investigating technology adaptation for non-normative sleep patterns His extensive publication record demonstrates deep expertise across multiple HCI domains, with recent work focusing on conversational interfaces, ethical AI considerations, gaze patterns in speech interaction, and contextual wearable technology use. McMillan's research methodology often combines empirical studies of real-world technology use with design implications for future systems, resulting in practical contributions to the field of Human-Computer Interaction.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Conversational Interfaces
• Machine Learning Applications
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Martin Magnusson is a Professor at the Department of Natural Sciences and Technology, Örebro University, leading the Center for Applied Autonomous Sensor Systems (AASS) and the Robot Navigation and Perception Lab . His research focuses on robotics and artificial intelligence , particularly 3D mapping, localization, radar-based navigation, and human-robot interaction . Email: martin.magnusson@oru.se Phone: +46 19 303870 Location: Room T1222 His work addresses fundamental challenges in achieving robust autonomy through innovations like the 3D Normal Distributions Transform (3D-NDT) and methods for scan registration in dynamic environments. Recent research extends to radar-based navigation and heterogeneous map data integration , with ethical implications regarding military applications of autonomous systems. Key research themes include: Autonomous Perception: Radar and lidar sensor fusion for localization Dynamic Mapping: Flow-aware and quality-assessed environmental models Human-Aware Robotics: Predictive modeling for safe shared-space navigation Professor Magnusson teaches Computer Graphics , connecting academic principles (e.g., ray tracing, light scattering) to applied research in radar simulation models and neural rendering . His research projects span DARKO (agile production robots), NiCE (changing environment navigation), and Radarize (underground autonomous vehicles).

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Autonomous Systems
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David O'Carroll is a Professor in Sensory Biology at the Department of Biology, Lund University, Faculty of Science. His research centers on visual processing in insect brains, using electrophysiological methods and computational modeling to understand motion detection and attention mechanisms. He is particularly known for his work on dragonflies and hoverflies, revealing complex neural functions once thought unique to mammals. University: Lund University School: Faculty of Science Department: Department of Biology Position: Professor Email: david.ocarroll@biol.lu.se His research explores how insect brains efficiently process visual information despite their small size. Using nanoelectrodes, he investigates neural circuits in the optic lobe, focusing on target detection, motion tracking, and sensory adaptation. His interdisciplinary work bridges neuroscience and engineering, contributing to bio-inspired technologies such as collision avoidance systems and artificial vision chips. Collaborations extend to neural stem cell research for developing bionic interfaces. The most recent articles show a strong focus on temperature-dependent neural tuning, long-term adaptation in visual neurons, photoreceptor sensitivity in wasps, and the neurotoxic effects of pesticides like imidacloprid on pollinators. These studies reflect a dual interest in fundamental neurobiology and ecological implications. David O'Carroll actively supervises graduate students and leads multiple research projects, including dissertations on electrophysiology, optical mapping, and pesticide effects. He has recently participated in the International Conference on Invertebrate Vision and hosted visiting researchers such as Andrew D. Straw. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and responsible innovation. Modulation of motion-detecting neurons by odors and pesticide exposure (supervision of master’s student) Hosting and collaboration with international researchers Active supervision of PhD candidates on visual physiology and neurotoxicology He is involved in interdisciplinary research teams focusing on sensory biology, neural computation, and pollinator health, with ongoing projects exploring electrophysiological responses, optical mapping across species, and the impact of sublethal pesticide exposure on insect behavior and ecosystem function.

• Neuroscience
• Sensory Biology
• Visual Processing
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Christiane Schmidt is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), affiliated with the Communications and Transport Systems (KTS) research group. Her work focuses on algorithm design, air traffic management, railway optimization, and computational geometry. She contributes to both academic research and practical solutions for transportation systems. Education and Research: While specific educational details are not provided, her research emphasizes algorithmic solutions for complex transportation challenges. Her team develops models for air traffic controller workload prediction using machine learning and explores late train-crew rescheduling via heuristic approaches. Research Interests: Key areas include railway traffic optimization, air traffic management systems, and computational geometry applications. Recent projects involve guard route optimization for polygons, multi-agent path planning, and automated aircraft arrival scheduling. Publications: Her 2025 work highlights advancements in tabu-search-based scheduling, machine learning for air traffic analysis, and train path insertion methods. Earlier papers address workforce scheduling and disaster recovery in transportation networks. Labs and Teams: Active within the Communications and Transport Systems group, she collaborates on projects like the Flight Logistics Unit (FL) and contributes to initiatives like B-PREPARED for disaster preparedness.

• Algorithm Design and Analysis
• Computational Geometry
• Air Traffic Management
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Katerina Vrotsou is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), affiliated with the Media and Information Technology (MIT) division. Her research focuses on visual analytics, climate adaptation, and generative AI applications in energy systems. She leads projects exploring synthetic data for sustainable housing and AI-driven climate adaptation strategies. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration between basic and applied research. Key research areas include: Information visualization for complex data analysis Volunteered geographic information (VGI) integration for disaster management Interactive digital environment design Human factors in air traffic control decision-making Her recent publications (2023-2025) highlight advancements in: Real-time decision support interfaces Impact-based weather warning systems AI applications for urban climate adaptation Dr. Vrotsou's research contributes to both technical innovations (e.g., novel visualization tools) and societal challenges (e.g., climate resilience strategies).

• Visual Analytics
• Climate Adaptation
• Energy Systems
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Per Östberg is a Professor of Speech and Language Pathology at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology. He holds a PhD (2008) and Docent title (2013) from Karolinska Institutet. His research focuses on language dysfunction in neurological disorders, including aphasia, apraxia of speech, and dysphagia, with emphasis on stroke and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's. He co-authored the textbook Klinisk neurovetenskap (2015) and leads projects on patient-reported outcomes and speech-language rehabilitation. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Karolinska Institutet, 2008 Docent, Karolinska Institutet, 2013 Research Interests: His work spans speech disorders in acquired brain injury, longitudinal studies of apraxia recovery post-stroke, and validating clinical tools like the Eating Assessment Tool. He collaborates internationally on registries for stroke aphasia (I-PRAISE) and investigates neuroimaging correlates of speech motor recovery. Publications Trends: Recent work includes comparative studies of anomia in neurological conditions, randomized trials of aphasia treatments, and eye-tracking analysis in reading disorders. Key themes are interdisciplinary approaches to language assessment and rehabilitation efficacy. Advising: Supervised Martin Cederlöf's thesis on psychosis phenotype risks. Affiliated with Karolinska University Hospital and the Enheten för logopedi F67 unit.

• Speech Disorders
• Neurosciences
• Stroke Rehabilitation
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Carin Marciszko serves as an Associate Professor and Research Advisor at Uppsala University's Office for Medicine and Pharmacy, where she provides critical support to researchers securing external funding from Swedish and American agencies including NIH. Her institutional role centers within the Research Support Unit, bridging academic research and grant administration. PhD in Psychology Docent (Swedish academic title equivalent to Associate Professor) Dr. Marciszko's research program investigates the developmental trajectories of executive functions from infancy through adolescence, with particular emphasis on how motor control, attention, and working memory interact to shape cognitive and social outcomes. Her work integrates longitudinal methodologies with cutting-edge eye-tracking technologies to examine foundational processes in child development, especially regarding ADHD symptomatology and attachment dynamics. This research bridges cognitive neuroscience with clinical applications, revealing how early cognitive markers predict later behavioral outcomes. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on developmental mechanisms of executive function, with increasing sophistication in methodological approaches from 2011-2020. Key thematic clusters include infant cognitive development (27% of publications), ADHD-related executive deficits (33%), and social-emotional correlates of cognitive development (20%), demonstrating both depth in core specialties and expansion into translational applications. As a research advisor, Dr. Marciszko facilitates grant acquisition across the medical and pharmaceutical faculties, though specific grant details aren't documented in available materials. Her position within the university's administrative structure supports faculty research without direct oversight of student training programs. Dr. Marciszko operates within Uppsala University's centralized Research Support Unit, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across medicine and pharmacy faculties to enhance research competitiveness. Her dual role as active researcher and administrative support specialist creates unique synergy between theoretical knowledge and practical funding expertise.

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Executive Function
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Victoria Johansson is a Professor in The Teaching and Learning of Swedish at the Faculty of Education, Kristianstad University. She leads the research environment Learning in Language and Literature (LiLL) and serves as subject representative for Swedish. Her affiliations include Lund University’s Centre for Language and Literature, where she held roles such as Deputy Director of the Humanities Laboratory (2018–2021) and Researcher in General Linguistics. PhD in Developmental Aspects of Text Production, Lund University Reader in General Linguistics, Centre for Language and Literature External positions at Lund University (2016–2024) Her research spans language production, cognitive aspects of writing, and interdisciplinary collaborations with fields like psychology, speech pathology, and cognitive science. Key methodologies include keystroke logging and eye-tracking. Recent projects include "Based on a True Story?" (2020–2025) and "Will Writing Ever Be the Same?" (VR-funded AI and writing study). Recent publications focus on cognitive effort in writing/speech, L2 writing processes, and multimodal analysis. She supervises doctoral students at Lund and Kristianstad Universities, including Kajsa Gullberg (Spoken/Written Processes) and Kristina Lundgren (Teacher Self-Efficacy). She engages in educational outreach via Läslyft, teacher guidance programs, and popular science lectures for schools, speech therapists, and policymakers. Her leadership roles include board memberships at Kristianstad University’s Forskningsplattformen Lärande I Samverkan and Lund University’s Language Acquisition, Multilingualism, and Teaching (LAMiNATE) platform. Her work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education through literacy research, methodological innovation, and teacher training initiatives.

• Language Production
• Language Development
• Writing Processes
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Carl Westin is an Assistant Professor at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), within the Media and Information Technology (MIT) division. He holds a PhD in Human Factors from Delft University of Technology (2017), an MSc in Applied Ergonomics from the University of Nottingham (2012), and a Commercial Pilot diploma from Lund University (2006). His research focuses on enhancing human-automation collaboration in safety-critical environments like aviation, maritime transport, and air traffic control. Key themes include automation transparency, personalized decision support, and the application of eye-tracking and visual analytics to improve system design and user understanding. Westin's work emphasizes designing automation that aligns with human cognitive strategies (e.g., 'strategic conformance') to foster trust and efficiency. He leads projects such as the EU-funded 'Explain Yourself' initiative, which explores automation transparency for end-users. His research bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in air traffic management, maritime piloting, and unmanned aerial systems. Collaborations include partnerships with organizations like the Swedish Transport Agency and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Education: PhD in Human Factors, Delft University of Technology (2017) MSc in Applied Ergonomics, University of Nottingham (2012) Air Traffic Pilot Diploma, Lund University (2006) Key Projects: Explain Yourself: Designing Automation Transparency for End Users (EU Horizon 2020) RESKILL: Interactive Visualization for Self-Explanatory Automation DiTA Digital Tower Assistant for Remote Air Traffic Control Labs/Teams: Member of the Media and Information Technology (MIT) research group, focusing on visual analytics and human-automation systems. His publications span journals like Cognition, Technology & Work and conferences like IEEE Visualization, with a focus on empirical studies of human-automation interaction in safety-critical domains. Recent work explores AI transparency, visual analytics for decision support, and guidelines for ethical AI in air traffic management.

• Human Factors
• Human-Automation Collaboration
• Safety-Critical Systems
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