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Thuswaldner Jörg is a Professor and Chair of Mathematics, Statistics, and Geometry at TU Graz’s Faculty of Mathematics, Physics, and Geodesy. His research focuses on fractal geometry, number systems, dynamical systems, and tiling theory. He has supervised 8 doctoral and master’s theses, notably on topics like Rauzy fractals, solidification microstructure modeling, and self-affine tiles. Key research trends include exploring the topology of self-affine tiles, properties of number systems (e.g., continued fractions, Ostrowski representations), and applications of fractal theory. His work bridges pure mathematics (e.g., algebraic geometry) with applied areas like material science (e.g., fatigue strength analysis of alloys). He has advised students such as Loridant, Surer, and Rossi, and contributed to 80+ publications. His research often intersects with computational geometry and discrete mathematics, with recent focus on fractal dimension theory and Lyapunov exponents in dynamical systems.

• Fractal Geometry
• Number Systems
• Dynamical Systems
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Norbert Kühtreiber is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Geodesy, Graz University of Technology (College of Engineering). His work focuses on geodesy, navigation systems, and physical geodesy. He is contact person for the Geodesy department's children, youth, and Guided Start activities, and holds a teaching authorization in Physical Geodesy. Contact: Email: norbert.kuehfahrer@tugraz.at Phone: +43 316 873 - 6352 Consultation hours: Monday-Friday 10-12

• Geodesy
• Navigation Systems
• Geospatial Engineering
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Yaakov Fein is a quantum-physics researcher at the University of Vienna, active within the interdisciplinary research cluster Quantum Optics, Quantum Nanophysics and Quantum Information . Operating from the Währinger Straße campus, he explores fundamental aspects of matter-wave physics using progressively more massive nanoparticles and molecules. His academic qualifications include a BA, MA and an MSc, and he is reachable at yaakov.fein@univie.ac.at ; however no explicit faculty rank is supplied in the text. Fein’s experimental and theoretical agenda centres on high-mass matter-wave interferometry, quantum-assisted metrology, and nano-scale magnetism. By levitating or beam-loading nanoparticles—ranging from metals to functionalised biomolecules—into long-baseline interferometers, he investigates quantum superposition limits, decoherence mechanisms, and novel sensing protocols that exploit干涉条纹位移 for measuring electromagnetic and inertial quantities. Across more than two-dozen peer-reviewed works (2017-2024) a clear trend emerges: continual push toward heavier masses (>25 kDa), longer interferometer baselines, and incorporation of internal degrees of freedom (spin, diamagnetism, polarizability) to boost sensing precision. Studies also encompass historical perspectives on Otto Stern’s legacy and foundational tests of wave-function collapse, positioning the research at the intersection of quantum optics, metrology, and quantum foundations. Awards & Funding: No specific prizes or grants are listed in the provided material. Advising & Collaboration: No named students or formal advising roles are mentioned; affiliations imply active participation within a larger quantum-optics consortium at Vienna. Labs & Teams: While no standalone laboratory title is given, the affiliation Quantum Optics, Quantum Nanophysics and Quantum Information indicates integration into a well-equipped research environment capable of ultra-high-vacuum facilities, hollow-core fibre loading, and high-mass interferometry stages.

• Quantum Optics
• Quantum Nanophysics
• Matter-wave Interferometry
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Philipp Berglez is a Professor at Graz University of Technology, leading the Institute of Geodesy and its Navigation Working Group . His expertise centers on geodesy and navigation systems, contributing to research and teaching in geospatial engineering. Contact: pberglez@tugraz.at , Phone: +43 316 873-6830.

• Geodesy
• Navigation Systems
• Geospatial Engineering

Jin Shuanggen is a Professor at the Shanghai Astronomical Observatory, Chinese Academy of Sciences (since 2010) and concurrently serves as Vice-President of Henan Polytechnic University (since 2022). He holds a B.Sc. in Geodesy from Wuhan University (1999) and a Ph.D. in Geodesy from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (2003). His career includes roles as Dean at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (2018–2022), Visiting Fellow at the University of New South Wales (2004–2005), and Professor at Bulent Ecevit University, Turkey (2014–2018). Jin's research focuses on Satellite Navigation, Space Geodesy, Remote Sensing, and Planetary Science. He has published over 500 papers (including 300+ peer-reviewed SCI articles), with 15,000+ citations and an H-index of 65 (Google Scholar). His work addresses Earth system variations, ionospheric seismology, climate change, and planetary exploration. Key projects include studies on GNSS reflected signals, seismic-ionospheric disturbances, and glacial dynamics. Education: B.Sc., Geodesy, Wuhan University, 1999 Ph.D., Geodesy, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2003 His awards include Fellowships from the Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association (2024), African Academy of Sciences (2022), and IUGG (2019). He led initiatives like the National First-Class Course 'GNSS Meteorology' (2023) and is a Principal Investigator for 30+ international projects funded by agencies like ESA, NSFC, and China-Germany collaborations. Jin chairs major international bodies, including Asia Oceania Geosciences Society’s Planetary Sciences division (2018–2020) and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Geosciences . He is part of global teams such as the Henan Higher Education Huang Danian Teacher Team and has organized five international conferences.

• Remote Sensing
• Planetary Science
• Space Geodesy
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Massimo Cocco is a Senior Seismologist and Senior Researcher at the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV), Roma 1, with a career spanning over two decades. He has held faculty roles as a Professor of Seismology at the University of Rome III, University of Milan, and University of Bologna, along with a lecturing position at the Rose School, University of Pavia. Current Role: Senior Researcher at INGV, Rome Past Academic Roles: Professor/Lecturer at multiple Italian universities His research focuses on earthquake physics, fault interaction, and seismic hazard assessment. He has contributed to theoretical and observational studies of fault mechanics, dynamic rupture propagation, and pore pressure effects on seismicity. His work bridges natural fault observations (via geophysical and geological measurements) with laboratory-scale experimental faults. Key trends in his publications include earthquake dynamics, Coulomb stress modeling, and geodetic/seismic data inversion techniques. His 110+ peer-reviewed papers reflect expertise in seismology and geophysics, with an H-index of 34 and recognition as one of the top 10 most cited scientists in earthquake science by ScienceDirect in 2010. Scientific honors include: Chair of the European Research Council (ERC) grant panel PE10 (Earth System Sciences) Leadership in major infrastructure projects like EPOS (European Plate Observing System) Membership in the Scientific Council of EUCENTRE and Scientific Board of GEM He has served as president of ERC grant committees and holds editorial roles for journals such as Journal of Geophysical Research and Geophysical Journal International . As a leader in European and international earth sciences, he coordinates research frameworks and contributes to national civil protection initiatives.

• Strong Motion Seismology
• Earthquake Physics
• Seismic Monitoring and Management of Research Infrastructures
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Thorsten Becker is a Shell Foundation Distinguished Chair in Geophysics at The University of Texas at Austin since 2016. He previously held positions as Assistant (2004-2009), Associate (2009-2012), and Professor of Earth Sciences (2012-2016) at the University of Southern California. His research focuses on geodynamic processes, including mantle convection, subduction dynamics, and lithosphere-mantle interactions. Visiting Professor at Universitá di Roma TRE (2012), University of Tokyo (2010), and Princeton University (2008) His scientific contributions have been recognized through election to the Academia Europaea (2021), AGU fellowship (2015), and prestigious awards like the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Award (2013). Becker also delivered the C. F. Gauss lecture series in 2008. Fields: Subduction, Mantle Convection, Dynamic Topography, Terrestrial Planet Evolution

• Subduction
• Mantle convection
• Dynamic topography
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Anny Cazenave is a prominent Earth scientist holding multiple academic and administrative roles. She serves as Director for Earth Sciences at the International Space Science Institute (ISSI) in Switzerland, Senior Scientist at CNES/LEGOS in Toulouse, France, and previously held an invited professorship at Collège de France (2012-2013). Her research focuses on satellite geodesy, Earth's gravitational field dynamics, sea level changes, and climate systems. Key professional positions include Head of the 'Geophysique, Océanographie et Hydrologie Spatiale' group at LEGOS and Deputy Director of LEGOS. Her work integrates space-based observations to study Earth system processes, including tides, hydrological cycles, and mass redistribution effects. Awards: Over 20 major honors including AGU's Bowie Medal, French Légion d'Honneur, and membership in multiple national academies Leadership: Directed ISSI's Earth sciences program and led key research groups in geophysics/oceanography Interdisciplinary focus: Bridges geodesy, oceanography, hydrology, and climate science through satellite data analysis Her research contributions have significantly advanced understanding of global sea level rise mechanisms and Earth's dynamic processes observed from space.

• Satellite Geodesy
• Earth Sciences
• Climate Research
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Roles & Affiliations: Diana T. Stoeva holds positions as Senior Postdoc/Principal Investigator of the FWF-project "Challenges in Frame Multiplier Theory" at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Mathematics and Senior Scientist Guest Researcher at the Acoustics Research Institute, Austrian Academy of Sciences. She has held roles including Associate Professor at the University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (Bulgaria) and postdoctoral researcher across institutions in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, and Serbia. Education: PhD in Mathematics (2006, Sofia University), Habilitation in Mathematical Analysis (2012). Research Focus: Frame Theory, Banach spaces, Operator Theory, applications in acoustics and signal processing. Key Projects: Led international projects including FWF-funded research on Frame Multipliers, UNESCO collaborations, and initiatives promoting mathematics education (e.g., International Day of Mathematics events in schools). Outreach: Organized workshops, public lectures, and international conferences. Active in Bulgarian folklore dance education and community engagement.

• Functional Analysis
• Geometry of Banach spaces
• Frame Theory
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Konrad Rautz is an Associate Professor at Graz University of Technology, affiliated with the Geoinformation Working Group. His research focuses on geodesy, geoinformation systems, remote sensing, and spatial data analysis. Contact details include konrad.rautz@tugraz.at as his official email and +43 316 873 - 6354 as his telephone number. He operates within the Institute of Geodesy and offers consultation hours by appointment.

• Geodesy
• Geoinformation
• Remote Sensing
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Roland Pail is a Senior Lecturer at the Graz University of Technology , affiliated with the Department of Theoretical Geodesy and Satellite Geodesy. His research focuses on geodetic theory and satellite-based geodetic measurements. Email: roland.pail@tugraz.at Phone: TU Graz Office: Steyrergasse 30/III, 8010 Graz His academic work centers on theoretical geodesy and satellite geodesy, contributing to both research and teaching in geodetic sciences.

• Geodesy
• Satellite Geodesy
• Theoretical Geodesy

Sandro Krauß is an Assistant Professor at Graz University of Technology, affiliated with the Institute of Geodesy and the Working Group Theoretical Geodesy and Satellite Geodesy. He specializes in geodetic research, focusing on theoretical frameworks and satellite-based measurement techniques. Contact: sandro.krauss@tugraz.at .

• Geodesy
• Satellite Geodesy
• Theoretical Geodesy

Fabian Theurl is a researcher at the Institute of Geodesy (Graz University of Technology). His work focuses on autonomous robotics, sensor fusion, and geospatial engineering, with expertise in GNSS, LiDAR, and factor graph optimization for localization systems. Key collaborations include research on smart composting , autonomous agricultural systems , and emergency response robotics . Active in presenting at conferences like IEEE/ION PLANS and ION GNSS+ (2023-2025). Research interests include: Enhancing robustness in LiDAR/IMU/wheel odometry integration for SLAM. Low-cost GNSS-based positioning for autonomous agents. Application of sensor fusion in industrial and agricultural environments. Recent publications highlight trends in factor graph optimization, adaptive multi-sensor integration, and sustainable agricultural automation. Activities encompass conference talks on GNSS weighting, LiDAR route planning, and composting technologies (2023-2024).

• Geodesy
• Autonomous Robotics
• GNSS Technology
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Franziska Hübl is a researcher at the Institute of Geodesy, Graz University of Technology, specializing in geospatial technologies and machine learning applications for environmental and energy challenges. Her work bridges geodesy, remote sensing, and urban systems analysis with tangible real-world implementations. Education BSc in relevant field MSc in relevant field Research Focus Her expertise spans Geodesy , Remote Sensing , and Geographic Information Systems , with concentrated efforts in urban environment modeling , photovoltaic potential assessment , and water resource monitoring . Key innovations include neural network applications for shadow analysis and satellite-based water detection systems, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary integration of geospatial engineering with sustainable energy solutions. Publication Trends Recent work (2023-2025) reveals a strategic focus on sensor fusion for environmental monitoring and renewable energy optimization. Publications consistently integrate GNSS/INS/LIDAR technologies with machine learning to address photovoltaic site selection, wave dynamics, and urban shadow modeling, reflecting a cohesive research trajectory targeting climate-resilient infrastructure. Collaborative Impact WAMOS project: Wave monitoring system using GNSS/INS on buoys PV4EAG initiative: Geospatial identification of photovoltaic installation sites Media engagement: ORF features on Kärnten heute and Steiermark heute Conference leadership: Presentations at ION GNSS+ and GIScience

• Geodesy
• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems
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Helmut Fuchs is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Geodesy, Graz University of Technology. He holds a teaching authorization (Lehrbefugnis) in Photogrammetry and is affiliated with the university's engineering faculty. His research focuses include geodetic sciences and surveying technologies. Academic rank: Senior Lecturer Institution: Graz University of Technology Department: Institute of Geodesy Teaching field: Photogrammetry

• Photogrammetry
• Geodesy
• Surveying Technology