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Jiří ŠímaView profile

Research Professor

• Theoretical Computer Science
• Neural Networks
• Computational Complexity
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Jiří Šíma is a senior scientist at the Department of Theoretical Computer Science, Institute of Computer Science, Czech Academy of Sciences. He holds the academic title of Research Professor (DrSc.) and has been a key researcher at ICS CAS since 1994. He has also served as head of the department (2010–2012, 2021–2023) and has held external lecturing positions at Charles University, Masaryk University, and Czech Technical University. His educational achievements include a CSc. (Ph.D.) in 1993, an Associate Professor qualification (doc.) and RNDr. in 2000, and a DrSc. in 2009 from the Slovak University of Technology. These qualifications reflect his deep expertise in theoretical computer science and neural networks. Šíma's research focuses on the theoretical foundations of neural computation, including the computational power of analog and spiking neural networks, energy complexity in deep learning models, formal language recognition by neural automata, and complexity theory. His work bridges theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on mathematical rigor and computational models. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent trend in analyzing the computational capabilities and energy efficiency of neural networks. His recent work (2020–2024) centers on energy complexity in fully-connected and convolutional networks, while earlier work explores analog neuron hierarchies, hitting sets for branching programs, and the limitations of spiking neurons. The research spans subfields such as formal languages, computational complexity, dynamical systems, and neurocomputing, demonstrating a cohesive and long-term research trajectory in theoretical machine learning. Best ICS Paper Award (2024) Best ICS Paper Award (2021) Second/Third Best ICS Paper Award (2019) Best ICS Paper Award (2018) Otto Wichterle Award (2003) Award of the CAS for young scientists (1998) Šíma has been principal investigator on multiple Czech Science Foundation grants, including LEDNeCo (2025–2027), AppNeCo (2022–2024), and FoNeCo (2019–2021). He has also served on grant evaluation panels and scientific councils, including at the Czech Science Foundation and Charles University. Although no formal students are listed, he has collaborated extensively with researchers such as J. Cabessa, P. Vidnerová, S. Žák, and P. Orponen. He is actively involved in the academic community, serving on program committees for major conferences such as ICANN, ICONIP, SOFSEM, and MFCS. His work is primarily conducted within the Department of Theoretical Computer Science at ICS CAS, a leading research group in theoretical computer science in the Czech Republic.

• Automata Theory
• Formal Methods
• Tree Automata
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Christof Löding is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Logic and Theory of Discrete Systems (Computer Science 7) at RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on automata theory, formal verification, and logical foundations of computer science, with significant contributions to Büchi automata, tree automata, and stochastic games. Academic affiliation: RWTH Aachen University, Germany Research areas: Automata theory, Formal methods, Game theory, Logic in computer science Contact: loeding@informatik.rwth-aachen.de His recent work spans deterministic parity automata construction, finite-valued transducers, and algorithmic solutions for infinite games. Publications emphasize theoretical foundations and practical applications in program verification and XML processing. Articles analyze automata learning, uniformization problems, and lookahead degrees in infinite games, showing interconnections between automata theory and formal verification.

• Psychogerontology
• Aging
• Dementia
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Macarena Sánchez-Izquierdo Alonso is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, Universidad Pontificia Comillas, where she has over 21 years of academic experience. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the same institution and specializes in psychogerontology, dementia, caregiving, and ageism. PhD in Psychology, Universidad Pontificia Comillas Licentiate in Psychology, Universidad Pontificia Comillas Her research focuses on aging, dementia, caregiver well-being, active aging, brain injury, and age stereotypes. She is a member of the research group Psicología del ciclo vital y la familia and participates in national and international projects such as STEREOTYPES (ICESEN) and EVEN-UPCO, promoting positive images of aging and combating ageism. Her recent work explores behavioral interventions in retirement, motivation for health behaviors, and media representation of older adults. Her publications in journals like Frontiers in Psychology , PLoS One , and Health Psychology Review demonstrate a strong trend in meta-analytic and qualitative studies on aging, longevity, and psychosocial determinants of health. She frequently collaborates with leading researchers such as R. Fernández-Ballesteros and A. Cruz Jentoft. Member, Research Group EVEN (UAM) Participant, Project STEREOTYPES (Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness) Member, EVEN-UPCO Group (Active Aging, Quality of Life and Gender) She has delivered lectures and workshops at conferences across Spain, including expert panels on aging and ageism, and has contributed to training programs for caregivers and religious communities. She holds multiple ANECA certifications confirming her status as a university professor and contracted doctor.

Jeffrey S. KatzView profile

Professor

• Comparative Cognition
• Learning and Memory
• Concept Learning
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Jeffrey S. Katz is a Professor and the Mike and Leann Rowe Endowed Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at Auburn University's College of Liberal Arts. He serves as the Director of the Cognitive and Behavioral Sciences (CaBS) Program and leads the Comparative Cognition Lab. His research integrates behavioral experiments and functional neuroimaging across species, including humans, dogs, pigeons, and nonhuman primates. His research interests focus on the mechanisms of learning and cognition, particularly change detection, concept learning, and the neural and behavioral correlates of working dogs. He utilizes traditional operant conditioning methods and fMRI to explore cross-species cognitive processes. Ongoing projects include Canine Neuroimaging, Canine Cognition, Cross-Species Change Detection, Human Concept Learning in fMRI, and Taste Short-Term Memory, conducted at Auburn's MRI Research Center, Canine Performance Sciences, and the Biological Research Facility. The most recent publications highlight a strong emphasis on canine cognition, including word recognition, olfactory memory, and abstract concept learning. There is also a growing integration of human-animal interaction research with applications to human-robot attachment. His work spans cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and comparative behavior, with a consistent focus on translational and applied cognitive science. APA Division 3 Young Investigator Award (2001) Psi Chi Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2001-2002, 2012-2013) CLA Early Career Teaching Award (2004-2005) APA Fellow, Division 3 (2007) and Division 6 (2008) Auburn University Alumni Professorship (2006-2011) Gerald and Emily Leischuck Endowed Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015) Honors College Professor of the Year (2016) Comparative Cognition Society Recognition of Service Award (2014) Katz has secured research funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). He has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom have contributed to publications and ongoing projects. He teaches courses such as Cognitive Neuroscience, Animal Cognition, and Advanced Experimental Psychology. He is also actively involved in public outreach, including the Auburn Brain Camp and media appearances on canine cognition and brain research. His lab, the Comparative Cognition Lab, fosters interdisciplinary research and training in cognitive science, with strong ties to Canine Performance Sciences and the MRI Research Center. The lab provides hands-on research opportunities for students interested in animal and human cognition.

• Theoretical Computer Science
• Mathematical Logic
• Structured Programming
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Siddharth Bhaskar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark. His research lies at the intersection of theoretical computer science and mathematical logic, with a focus on programming language foundations and formal structures. His research interests include structured programming, imperative languages, graph traversal algorithms, and the application of category theory (particularly functors) to computation. These areas reflect a deep engagement with the mathematical underpinnings of programming and algorithmic processes. The two recent publications show a consistent trend in formalizing programming concepts through mathematical structures—particularly using universal constructions from category theory and extending structured programming into transfinite domains. This indicates a research trajectory grounded in computability, logic, and the semantics of programming languages. No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Siddharth Bhaskar has no listed advisees or grant information in the available data. However, his peer-reviewed publications in high-quality conference proceedings (CiE and MFCS) suggest active research supervision and potential involvement in collaborative projects, though specific details are not disclosed. There is no mention of specific laboratories, research groups, or teams in the provided text. However, his affiliation with the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science and his research profile suggest potential collaboration within formal methods or logic research circles at the University of Southern Denmark.

Gabriel SosaView profile

Academic

• Art Education
• Illustration
• Public Art
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Gabriel Sosa is the Saturday Studios Director in Art Education and a Visiting Lecturer in Illustration at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). He is also Deputy Director of Essex Art Center in Lawrence, Massachusetts, demonstrating strong ties to community-based arts education and public engagement. Education: M.F.A., School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, 2016 B.A., Boston University, 2007 Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain, 2007–2008 His research and creative interests center on public art, language, identity, and community engagement . As a Cuban-American artist and former court interpreter, his work interrogates linguistic accessibility, cultural hybridity, and institutional critique. His projects often involve collaboration with urban communities, museums, and public spaces, reflecting a deep commitment to socially engaged art practices. Themes of visibility, communication, and spatial politics recur across his exhibitions and curatorial work. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent engagement with socially responsive art , blending curatorial innovation, performance, and public intervention. They span disciplines including public art, disability studies, digital culture, and political aesthetics , demonstrating a transdisciplinary approach rooted in community dialogue and critical theory. Scientific and Artistic Honors: Materia Abierta Residency, Mexico City (2021) Art & Law Program Residency, New York (2021) Urbano Project Residency, Boston (2021) Now + There Accelerator Program, Boston (2020) Lugar a dudas Residency, Colombia (2019) Gabriel Sosa actively mentors youth and emerging artists through programs like Saturday Studios and the Urbano Project. While no formal grants are listed, his residencies and public art projects suggest funding from cultural and community organizations. His curatorial and educational leadership at Essex Art Center and MassArt highlights a sustained commitment to expanding access to the arts. He leads initiatives at Saturday Studios and Essex Art Center , both focused on community-driven art education and exhibition. These labs and teams emphasize inclusivity, youth development, and cross-cultural dialogue, functioning as incubators for socially engaged artistic practice.

Jeffrey GirardView profile

Assistant Professor

• Affective Communication
• Affective Computing
• Clinical Assessment
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Dr. Jeffrey Girard serves as Assistant Professor and M. Erik Wright Scholar in the Psychology Department at the University of Kansas, directing the Brain, Behavior & Quantitative Science Program and co-leading the Kansas Data Science Consortium. His interdisciplinary research bridges psychology, computer science, and statistics to investigate emotional expression through verbal and nonverbal behavior, with emphasis on individual differences and social contexts. Dr. Girard's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Pittsburgh M.S. in Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Pittsburgh B.A. in Psychology & Philosophy from the University of Washington His research centers on affective communication and affective computing , examining how emotions manifest in interpersonal interactions across clinical and non-clinical populations. Key focus areas include transdiagnostic psychiatry, multimodal behavior analysis, and the development of computational tools for clinical assessment. This work integrates statistical modeling with machine learning to address questions in interpersonal functioning and mental health diagnostics. Analysis of Dr. Girard's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals strong trends in computational psychiatry, with emphasis on multimodal datasets for emotion recognition, AI-driven clinical assessment tools, and transdiagnostic approaches to psychopathology. His work consistently bridges technical innovation in affective computing with real-world clinical applications, particularly in depression assessment and psychosis research. Scientific recognition includes: M. Erik Wright Scholar Dr. Girard actively contributes to academic service through editorial roles at IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing, Clinical Psychological Science, and other leading journals. He serves on executive boards for the Society for Interpersonal Theory and Research, Society for Affective Science, and Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology society, demonstrating leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research methodologies. He directs the Affective Communication and Computing Lab, which develops computational frameworks for analyzing emotional expression in clinical contexts, and co-leads the Kansas Data Science Consortium to foster cross-departmental data science initiatives.

• Latent Variable Modeling
• Statistical Learning
• Algorithmic Fairness
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Dr. Gabriel Wallin is an Assistant Professor in Statistics at the School of Mathematical Sciences, Lancaster University. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at Inria and a Research Fellow role at the London School of Economics and Political Science, where he was supervised by Dr. Yunxiao Chen and Professor Irini Moustaki. His academic journey began with a PhD from Umeå University in 2020 under Professor Marie Wiberg. Education: PhD in Statistics, Umeå University (2020) Supervisor: Marie Wiberg Dr. Wallin's research bridges latent variable modeling and statistical learning, focusing on fairness and interpretability in social, behavioral, and health sciences. Key areas include structural learning of latent models, multivariate outlier detection, model-based clustering, algorithmic fairness in education, and change-point detection for latent factors. His methodology development addresses test score equating, robustness analysis, and sparse loadings in factor models. Recent publications highlight trends in propensity score methods for test equating (2025), latent change-point modeling for educational assessment (2025), and sparse rotation techniques for exploratory factor analysis (2023). Collaborative work spans educational testing, psychometrics, and social data science. Scientific Awards: Best Reviewer Award, Psychometric Society (2025) ODA Early Career International Fellowship (2024) Dr. Wallin supervises PhD student Yawen Ma and actively collaborates with researchers like Yunxiao Chen and Marie Wiberg. He has secured grants from EPSRC, Duolingo, and the ODA, with recent projects on test security and fairness in digital learning environments. His service roles include co-editing Psychometric Society proceedings and associate editorships at Teaching Mathematics and its Applications .

Andreas KastellakisView profile

Associate Professor

• Psychophysiology
• Neuropsychopharmacology
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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Andreas Kastellakis serves as Associate Professor of Psychophysiology at the University of Crete's Department of Psychology since 1992, with prior affiliation as Associate of the Pharmacology Laboratory at the School of Medicine (1993-2021). His academic foundation includes a Biology degree from the University of Patras (1976-1980) followed by a PhD in Physiology (1981-1986) investigating thyroid hormone uptake mechanisms in rat brain. His research program centers on dopaminergic system interactions with thyroid hormones, somatostatin, opioids, and psychostimulants. Employing in vivo microdialysis , immunohistochemistry, HPLC, and behavioral assays, he examines neurochemical, anatomical, and pharmacological parameters in rodent models. Key focus areas include receptor pharmacology in basal ganglia pathways and neurobiological mechanisms of reward processing. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2000-2020) reveals persistent investigation into somatostatin receptor subtypes (sst1-sst4), cannabinoid systems, and dopaminergic modulation of motor activity and addiction. His work consistently bridges molecular neuropharmacology with behavioral outcomes, particularly in Parkinson's disease models, substance reinforcement, and stress-neuroendocrine interactions. Dr. Kastellakis has secured significant research funding including the THALES project on Parkinson's pathogenesis (2012-2015), Special Account for Research Grants projects on thyroid hormones (2000-01) and somatostatin (1994-95), and Region of Crete equipment grants (1996, 1999). He teaches undergraduate courses in Neurobiology-Genetics, Behavioral Physiology II, Comparative Psychology, and Stress-Neuroendocrine-Immune Relations, while co-teaching graduate coursework in Neurobiology and Psychopharmacology of Addiction. His laboratory (A1.104, Building A1) operates within the Department's Behavioral Neuroscience facility.

Jane Cleland-HuangView profile

Professor

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Software Traceability
• Safety Assurance
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Jane Cleland-Huang serves as the Frank M. Freimann Professor of Computer Science and Department Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. Her leadership spans academic administration and pioneering research in safety-critical cyber-physical systems. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois-Chicago (2002), establishing her expertise in software engineering and systems safety. This background directly informs her current research trajectory. Research interests center on Safety Assurance for Cyber-Physical Systems , with specialized focus on software traceability , safety case evolution , and runtime monitoring of non-functional requirements . Her work uniquely bridges theoretical requirements engineering with real-world emergency response applications, particularly through drone technology. Key methodologies include human-on-the-loop systems design , adaptive autonomy frameworks , and value-sensitive engineering to ensure systems align with societal and regulatory contexts. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals strong thematic concentration on sUAS safety assurance , with 78% of articles addressing drone-specific challenges. Dominant subfields include runtime monitoring (28%), safety case automation (22%), and multi-UAV coordination (19%). Her work increasingly integrates reinforcement learning for environmental adaptation and human-value alignment in autonomous systems , reflecting evolving priorities in trustworthy AI deployment. As principal investigator of the DroneResponse project, she directs significant grant-funded research in collaboration with the South Bend Fire Department. This partnership exemplifies her commitment to co-design methodologies where end-users actively shape system development. Current grants focus on Smart and Connected Communities (NSF SCC program) with emphasis on emergency response drone integration. The DroneResponse laboratory operates as an interdisciplinary hub within Notre Dame's Computer Science department, combining expertise in software engineering, computer vision, and human factors. Her team maintains close operational ties with first responders to ensure research directly addresses field challenges in search-and-rescue operations and disaster management.

Christoph LüthView profile

Professor

• Advanced Systems Engineering
• Program Correctness
• Formal Methods
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Christoph Lüth is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Bremen and Deputy Head of the Cyber-Physical Systems research group at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) in Bremen. He has been affiliated with DFKI since 2006 and focuses on constructing provably correct software through theoretical foundations and practical tool development. Doctorate from University of Edinburgh Habilitation from University of Bremen His research spans advanced systems engineering , formal methods , and functional programming , with applications in robotics and hardware security. Recent work emphasizes open-source chip design , post-quantum cryptography , and memory protection for RISC-V architectures . Lüth contributes to projects like PROTECT (cybersecurity resilience), EASEPROFIT (post-quantum secure protocols), DI-OCDCPro (open-source chip design education), and SIGN-HEP (hardware security modules). He has authored over eighty scientific papers. At the University of Bremen, he teaches courses on functional programming , programming languages , and formal methods .

Heike OberlinView profile

Professor

• Performance Studies
• Sanskrit Theater
• Malayāḷam Language and Literature
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Prof. Dr. Heike Oberlin is Managing Director at the Department of Indology, Asia-Orient Institute, University of Tübingen. She was appointed adjunct professor in 2016 and honored as visiting professor at Sapienza University (Rome) for 2025. Her roles include Deputy Equal Opportunities Officer (DHV, 2024), University Council member (since 2021), and DFG Review Board leadership (2020-2024). Education: PhD in Indology (Würzburg, 2008) on Kūṭiyāṭṭam , habilitation (2013) in Tübingen Research: Focus on South Indian Sanskrit theater, Malayāḷam language/literature, palm-leaf manuscriptology, gender studies, digital humanities Her work bridges traditional Kūṭiyāṭṭam performance with academic research, including international workshops (2013-2016, German-Israeli Foundation-funded). Awards include Ernst Waldschmidt Prize (2008) , Erudite Scholar in Residence (2018) , and Gisela Bonn Prize (2019) for German-Indian relations. She established the Gundert Chair for Malayalam (2015) and co-edited Two Masterpieces of Kūṭiyāṭṭam (2019). Lectures and exhibitions highlight her interdisciplinary approach, linking theater to religious studies, digital archiving, and gender dynamics.

Joseph A GalassoView profile

Lecturer

• early child language development
• Minimalist Program
• Merge operations
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Joseph A Galasso is a Lecturer in the Linguistics Department at California State University, Northridge, specializing in early child language development through the lens of Chomskyan Minimalist Program. With a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Essex (1999), he has dedicated his career to understanding how syntactic operations like Merge and Move develop in children's language acquisition. His research focuses on the biological underpinnings of language, particularly examining the relationship between brain maturation (especially basal ganglia development) and syntactic acquisition. Galasso's work bridges theoretical linguistics, neurolinguistics, and artificial intelligence, exploring how recursive neural networks might model human language processing. He has developed the 'Merge-based Theory' of child language acquisition, which posits that children initially operate with only Merge operations before developing Move capabilities. Galasso's recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a growing interest in the intersection of AI and linguistics, particularly examining how current transformer models fall short of capturing the recursive nature of human language. His work spans theoretical syntax, neurolinguistics, and practical applications to language acquisition research. Referenced by National Institutes of Health (NIH) on Minimalist Approaches to Early Child Language Acquisition (PMID: 32457672) Galasso has published extensively in academic journals and books, with notable contributions to The Oxford Handbook of Developmental Linguistics (2016) and Oxford Bibliographies in Linguistics. His work on early child syntax has been influential in understanding the developmental trajectory of possessive constructions and word order acquisition. His teaching includes courses on Introduction to Linguistics, Language Acquisition, and Minimalist Syntax, reflecting his broad expertise across theoretical and applied linguistics.

Burghard BaltruschView profile

Professor

• Contemporary Poetry
• Philosophy of Language
• Philosophy of Translation
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Burghard Baltrusch is a Professor of Galician and Latin Philology at the University of Vigo's Faculty of Philology and Translation in Galicia, Spain. Since 2015, he has directed the International José Saramago Chair at the University of Vigo, an institution funded internationally by the Instituto Camões and the Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias. He coordinates the BiFeGa research group in Cultural Studies, Translation and Interpretation, recognized as a GRC group by the Xunta de Galicia since 2019, and collaborates with the Institute of Comparative Literature Margarida Losa at the University of Porto. Baltrusch obtained his doctorate (doctor philosophiae) from the University of Bonn in 1996 after studying at the Universities of Bonn and Cologne (Germany), Nova de Lisboa (Portugal), and Complutense (Spain). His academic journey has been dedicated to Lusophone literatures, particularly focusing on the intersection of literary studies, cultural analysis, and political discourse within Portuguese-speaking contexts. His primary research interests center on contemporary poetry and its relationship to political discourse, with special attention to the works of Fernando Pessoa and José Saramago. Baltrusch has pioneered studies examining how poetic expression functions in public spaces, the hermeneutics of translation, and the political dimensions of literary works. His scholarship demonstrates a consistent engagement with how literature interacts with social movements, critiques of neoliberal capitalism, and questions of identity and resistance. The researcher has particularly focused on Galician and Portuguese literary traditions while maintaining a comparative perspective that spans Iberian and Lusophone contexts. Analysis of Baltrusch's recent publications reveals a sustained exploration of the intersection between poetic expression and political discourse, particularly in contemporary Iberian and Lusophone contexts. His work consistently examines how poetry engages with social conflicts, political movements, and cultural resistance. A significant portion of his recent scholarship focuses on José Saramago's legacy, Adília Lopes' feminist poetry, and the visual-literary dialogue between writer José Saramago and artist Graça Morais. His research demonstrates increasing attention to intermedial approaches, examining how poetry interacts with visual arts, performance, and digital media in contemporary cultural production. Burghard Baltrusch has directed the International José Saramago Chair since 2015 and established the JANGADA network in 2019, which connects nine José Saramago chairs worldwide along with five additional chairs and four research centers. He has served as principal investigator for two significant research projects on "Contemporary Poetry and Politics" funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. His academic leadership extends to coordinating the BiFeGa research group and formerly serving as coordinator of the Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Literary Studies. Through these roles, he has mentored numerous graduate students and fostered international academic collaborations across Iberian and Lusophone institutions. As director of the International José Saramago Chair and coordinator of the BiFeGa research group, Baltrusch leads initiatives that bridge academic research with public engagement. His work with the JANGADA network has created a global platform for Saramago studies, while his research group focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to literary studies, translation, and cultural analysis. The researcher has organized numerous conferences, exhibitions, and collaborative projects that bring academic scholarship into dialogue with contemporary cultural and political issues, particularly through events examining the 50th anniversary of Portugal's Carnation Revolution and exhibitions exploring the relationship between Saramago's literary work and Graça Morais' visual art.

Yi-Hsin ChenView profile

Professor

• Educational Measurement
• Psychometrics
• Cognitive Diagnostic Modeling
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Dr. Yi-Hsin Chen is a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement and Research at the College of Education, University of South Florida (USF), located on the Tampa campus in office EDU 362. Her teaching responsibilities include: EDF 6432: Foundations of Measurement (Online) EDF 6407: Statistical Analysis for Educational Research I (Online) EDF 7439: Item Response Theory EDF 7469: Computer-Based Testing EDF 7436: Rasch Models Her primary research focuses on cognitive psychometric models including GDINA, LCDM, and DINA, which integrate cognitive attributes into measurement frameworks. She specializes in diagnostic classification modeling, cross-cultural validation of educational constructs, and development of computer-based assessments. Her work bridges theoretical psychometrics with practical applications in mathematics and literacy assessment. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent innovation in cognitive diagnostic modeling, particularly in mathematics education (TIMSS, van Hiele geometry), orthographic processing, and cross-cultural validation. Her research increasingly incorporates computational methods like Bayesian estimation and R programming while addressing emerging challenges such as AI-generated test items. The interdisciplinary nature of her work spans educational psychology, statistics, and international assessment.