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Peter X. K. SongView profile

Professor

• data integration
• distributed inference
• high-dimensional data analysis
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Peter X. K. Song is a Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. With expertise spanning statistical methodology development and interdisciplinary applications, Dr. Song maintains active collaborations across Nutritional Sciences, Environmental Health Sciences, Chronic Disease research, and Nephrology. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical healthcare solutions, focusing on innovative approaches to complex data challenges in public health and medicine. Based at the M4140 SPH II building in Ann Arbor, he leads the Song Lab and contributes significantly to the academic community through teaching, research mentorship, and scholarly publications. PhD, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, 1996 BS, Jilin University, Changchun, 1985 Dr. Song's research focuses on the statistical foundation of big data analytics, with particular emphasis on data integration, distributed inference, high-dimensional data analysis, longitudinal data analysis, mediation analysis, and spatiotemporal modeling. His methodological innovations address critical challenges in smart health applications, including organ exchange programs, children's health, chronic disease management, environmental health assessment, and nutritional sciences. His approach combines statistical theory, integer optimization, and algorithm development to create practical tools that help researchers understand complex relationships between environmental exposures and health outcomes. Dr. Song's publication record demonstrates a consistent trajectory of methodological innovation applied to pressing health challenges. His recent work shows increasing focus on sleep classification using AI techniques, personalized treatment effect analysis, distributed statistical methods for high-dimensional data, and epigenetic applications in adolescent health. The interdisciplinary nature of his research is evident in publications spanning biostatistics journals, computer science venues, and domain-specific medical publications. His work increasingly addresses the challenges of integrating diverse data sources while maintaining statistical rigor in the era of big data. IMS Fellow ASA Fellow Elected Member of the International Statistical Institute 2017 ENAR John Van Ryzin Award Dr. Song has mentored an impressive 22 PhD students and 6 postdoctoral trainees throughout his career, with many now holding faculty positions at prestigious institutions or working as data scientists in leading technology companies. His lab, the Song Lab, currently supports two postdoctoral research fellows and eight doctoral students working on cutting-edge statistical methodology development. His collaborative research extends across numerous grants that support interdisciplinary projects in kidney paired donation programs, environmental health studies, nutritional sciences, and chronic disease research, demonstrating his commitment to translating statistical innovation into practical health solutions. The Song Lab serves as a hub for interdisciplinary statistical research at the University of Michigan, bringing together experts from statistics, operations research, and machine learning to address complex challenges in medical and public health sciences. Current lab members include eight doctoral students and three postdoctoral fellows working on projects related to optimal organ matching strategies, causal mediation pathways of omics biomarkers, and statistical methods for big data integration. The lab maintains strong connections with clinical researchers across nephrology, pediatrics, environmental health sciences, and nutritional sciences, ensuring that methodological developments remain grounded in real-world applications.

• Computational Complexity
• Graph Algorithms
• Distributed Algorithms
• +6 more

Aris T. Pagourtzis is a Professor of Computer Science at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where he also serves as the Head of the Computer Science Division. He is additionally a Lead Researcher at the Archimedes Research Center, Athena RC. His academic career includes positions at the University of Ioannina, the University of Liverpool, the ETH Zuerich, the University of Athens, and the Athens University of Economics and Business. Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering (1989) and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (1999), both from the National Technical University of Athens Professor Pagourtzis's research spans multiple areas of theoretical computer science, with particular emphasis on computational complexity, graph algorithms, distributed algorithms, approximation algorithms, network algorithms, cryptography, and counting complexity. His work often bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in network design, security protocols, and optimization problems. He has developed novel algorithms for problems ranging from community detection in networks to Byzantine fault-tolerant protocols and privacy-preserving voting systems. His recent publications show a continued focus on fundamental algorithmic problems while expanding into newer areas like temporal graph analysis, blockchain applications, and privacy-preserving technologies. There's a clear trend toward addressing real-world challenges through rigorous theoretical frameworks, particularly in distributed systems, secure computation, and optimization under constraints. Professor Pagourtzis has served on program and organizing committees for numerous theoretical computer science and cryptography conferences, co-chairing CIAC 2017 and FCT 2021. His research has received funding from diverse sources including US, UK, French, EU, and Greek national resources. He is actively involved in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses at NTUA, including Algorithms and Complexity, Foundations of Computer Science, Computational Cryptography, and Network Algorithms and Complexity. He leads the Computation and Reasoning Laboratory (corelab) at NTUA, which focuses on theoretical computer science research.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Deep Learning
• +5 more

Ozgur S. Oguz is an Assistant Professor at Bilkent University , Faculty of Computer Engineering, and the lead of the Learning for Intelligent Robotic Agents (LiRA) Lab . His research focuses on enhancing autonomous agents' capabilities in learning, reasoning, and planning, particularly for robotics applications. Education : PhD in Computer Science from TU Munich , studies at University of British Columbia (UBC) and Koç University , postdoctoral work at University of Stuttgart and Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems . His research explores algorithms for autonomous decision-making, with emphasis on deep learning , reinforcement learning , and robotics . Recent work includes diffusion-based reinforcement learning , hindsight experience prioritization , and hybrid manipulation planning , often addressing challenges in sequential task execution and tactile-based control. Key trends in his publications revolve around robotic manipulation , motion planning , and human-robot interaction . He has contributed to conferences like NeurIPS , ICRA , IROS , and journals such as IEEE TRO and Scientific Reports .

Valerio PascucciView profile

Professor

• Big Data Management
• Scientific Visualization
• Computational Topology
• +7 more

Valerio Pascucci is a Professor at the University of Utah's School of Computing and a DOE Laboratory Fellow at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. He directs the Center for Extreme Data Management Analysis and Visualization (CEDMAV) and previously led projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and University of Texas at Austin. PhD in Computer Science (Purdue University, 2000) MSc in Electrical Engineering (University 'La Sapienza', Rome, 1993) As a pioneer in Big Data Management , Scientific Visualization , and Computational Topology , his work connects topological methods with progressive algorithms to enable interactive exploration of petascale datasets. His research spans climate modeling , neuroscience , materials science , and precision agriculture , focusing on multi-resolution techniques and geometric compression . Recent publications show specialization in web-based visualization and AI-driven analytics for climate data, with emphasis on equity in data access and FAIR data principles . His ViSUS project enables real-time data streaming from supercomputers to desktops, while NAPA explores GPU-based architectures for streaming algorithms. Scientific Awards : Best Paper Award, IEEE Pacific Visualization 2011 Best Application Paper Award, IEEE VIS 2006 DOE Laboratory Fellow He advises numerous graduate students and leads collaborations across national laboratories , universities , and industry . Funded by NSF Grant #2127548 , he develops technologies for exascale computing and geospatial intelligence .

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Knowledge Graphs
• +5 more

Dr. Madhushi Bandara is a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in knowledge representation, complex system modeling, and data analytics. She leads the data management research stream at the UTS DigiSAS lab and is a core member of the Biomedical Data Science Laboratory within the UTS Australian Artificial Intelligence Institute. Her industry collaborations include Telstra, Cancer Australia, and Capsifi, focusing on AI integration in healthcare and finance. She coordinates the Business Information Systems major in UTS's Master of Information Technology program and convenes the Future Generation Enterprise Architecture Community of Practice. Education PhD in AI Systems Engineering, University of New South Wales (2020) BSc (Hons) in Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka (2015) Research Interests Madhushi's work bridges machine learning, knowledge graphs, and enterprise architecture to address challenges in data governance for SMEs, ESG metric management, and healthcare pathway analysis. Her research emphasizes translating cutting-edge AI into industry solutions through contextual domain knowledge integration. Scientific Awards UNSW-UTS Trustworthy Digital Society Scholarship Teaching & Leadership She teaches enterprise information systems, digital strategy, and AI for enterprises in UTS's online postgraduate programs. Her service roles include co-chairing tracks at the Australasian Conference on Information Systems and reviewing for Expert Systems with Applications.

George VosselmanView profile

Professor

• Photogrammetry
• Remote Sensing
• Laser Scanning
• +7 more

George Vosselman is a Full Professor at the University of Twente, Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), specializing in Geo-Information Extraction with Sensor Systems. Educated with honours at Delft University of Technology (1986) and PhD in Photogrammetry from Rheinische Friedrich Wilhelms University of Bonn (1991), he has held academic roles at the University of Stuttgart, University of Washington, and Delft University of Technology (1993–2004). Since 2004, he has been a key figure at ITC, serving as department head (2012–2018, 2023–). Education: Delft University of Technology (BSc with honours, 1986), Rheinische Friedrich Wilhelms University of Bonn (PhD with honours, 1991) His research focuses on leveraging sensor technology advancements for large-scale geo-information production. Key expertise includes quality analysis of laser altimetry data, point cloud segmentation/classification, 3D building/road modeling, and model-driven imagery analysis. He has published over 220 papers and co-edited the textbook Airborne and Terrestrial Laser Scanning (2010). Recent work integrates deep learning with geospatial data, addressing semantic segmentation, visual question answering, and drone-based mapping. Recent publications (2025–2023) highlight trends in deep learning for remote sensing , including multimodal question answering benchmarks (HRVQA), vectorized building extraction (RoIPoly), latent diffusion for road modeling (LDPoly), and drone obstacle avoidance systems. His work bridges photogrammetry , computer vision , and robotic mapping , with applications in urban planning, disaster management, and informal settlement monitoring. Scientific Awards : Hansa Luftbild (1993), ISPRS Otto von Gruber (2000), Schwidefsky Medal (2012), Karl Kraus Medal (2012), ASPRS Fairchild Award (2015), ISPRS Fellow (2020) As an educator, Vosselman has taught photogrammetry, remote sensing, and laser scanning at Delft University of Technology and globally. He chaired the ITC Examination Board (2015–2023) and modernized geo-information education in Asia/Africa. His software for point cloud processing is commercialized in Europe, and he currently leads ISPRS working groups on point cloud methodologies. Labs/teams include the Earth Observation Science Chair Group at ITC, collaborating on UAV-based datasets (UAVid, UAVPal) and indoor laser scanning systems. Recent activities (2025) involve invited talks on pulse matching limitations in laser scanning and deep learning for point cloud classification.

Hongkai WenView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• +5 more

Hongkai Wen is a Professor (Chair in Machine Learning Systems) in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick, UK. He holds dual appointments as a Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute (serving as Independent Scientific Advisor for BridgeAI and member of Turing Research Ethics team) and previously worked as Senior Research Scientist at Samsung AI Centre Cambridge and postdoctoral researcher at Oxford University. Education: Computer Science, Keble College, University of Oxford Research Focus: Develops intelligent multi-modal perception systems for real-world deployment with extreme computational efficiency. Core expertise spans ML systems optimization, neural architecture search, and cross-disciplinary applications in robotics, urban mobility, and wearable/IoT security. Pioneered event-based vision techniques and training-free NAS frameworks. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates accelerating innovation in diffusion model efficiency, on-device AI deployment, and sensor fusion techniques. Dominant themes include computational resource optimization for edge devices, multi-modal temporal modeling, and privacy-preserving spatial analytics, with significant contributions to NeurIPS, ICML, and CVPR venues. Scientific Recognition: Best Paper Award, AutoML Conf 2023 (T-CET) Best Paper Runner-up, SenSys 2024 (AdaFlow) Best Paper Awards: IPSN 2014 & EWSN 2013 1st/2nd Place, Zero Cost NAS Competition (AutoML'22) Mentorship & Funding: Actively supervises PhD candidates through thesis committees at Warwick, Ulster, and Queensland universities. Secured National AI Strategy Fund for Macro Neural Architecture Search research. Recruits annually for PhD positions with scholarships from UKRI, Turing Institute, and industry partnerships. Research Leadership: Heads the AI/ML Systems (AMS) Division at Warwick, directing a 15+ member team developing deployable ML frameworks for mobile/robotic platforms. Maintains active collaborations with Samsung AI Centre and Turing Institute's BridgeAI programme on ethical AI deployment.

Vallipuram MuthukkumarasamyView profile

Associate Professor

• Cyber Security
• Blockchain Technology
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• +7 more

Professor Vallipuram Muthukkumarasamy is an Associate Professor at the School of Information and Communication Technology at Griffith University, where he has pioneered Network Security teaching and research since joining in 2001. He leads the Networking & Security and Blockchain Research Group at the Institute for Integrated and Intelligent Systems. Muthu holds a Ph.D. from Cambridge University and a B.Sc. Eng. with 1st Class Honors from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. His extensive academic appointments include Group Leader of Network Security and Blockchain Research (2008-present), Program Director for the Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Technology (2022-present), HDR Convenor (2022-present), Member of the University Council (2020-2021), and Deputy Head of School for Learning and Teaching (2013-2016). Muthu's research expertise spans Cyber Security, Blockchain Technology (DLT), and Wireless Sensor Networking. He has secured national and international funding for interdisciplinary research, published over 150 articles in international journals and conferences, and supervised more than 30 research Masters and PhD students to completion. He pioneered the Network Security teaching at Griffith and successfully proposed and led the development of Queensland's first Master of Cyber Security Program, creating a truly interdisciplinary curriculum with Law, Business, and Criminology Schools. His recent publications reveal a strong research trajectory in blockchain applications, security visualization techniques, and wireless sensor networks. His work explores DeFi user behavior analysis, NFT privacy risks in the metaverse, blockchain transaction visualization, and the integration of blockchain with AI for credit scoring systems. His wireless sensor network research focuses on energy-efficient routing protocols and network lifetime modeling. Muthu has received multiple best teacher awards from students and peers, and during his tenure as Deputy Head of School, the Griffith IT program was ranked #1 in Australia for overall student satisfaction. He successfully proposed and developed Cisco-related courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and instrumental in creating industry-sought-after networking and security courses across all academic levels. His funded research includes significant projects such as Increasing the South East Queensland Cyber Security Workforce, Linking Digital Payments to Crime Using Big Data Machine Learning Tools, Improving Water Markets through Digital Technologies, and developing Indo-Australian partnerships for digital transformation through blockchain. He is actively involved in community and charity activities and has been instrumental in internationalization efforts for Griffith University.

• Artificial intelligence
• Data compression
• Deep learning
• +15 more

Enrico Magli is a Full Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) at Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy. He serves as Director of the Image Processing and Learning group and Coordinator of the 'ICT for Smart Societies' M.Sc. degree program. Additionally, he is a committee member of the PhD program in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering and a member of the Interdepartmental Center SmartData@PoliTO - Big Data and Data Science Laboratory. Professor Magli's research focuses on applying machine learning and deep learning methods to satellite imaging, with applications to onboard processing and image analysis on the ground. His work spans deep learning for image and video analysis, image and video compression, compressive sensing, satellite imaging, and graph signal processing. He has published over 90 journal papers with 5900+ citations and an h-index of 40 on Google Scholar. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing deep learning architectures for satellite image processing, particularly for onboard applications. His research addresses challenges in hyperspectral image compression, super-resolution, change detection, and efficient neural network architectures suitable for resource-constrained satellite environments. There's also significant work on secure authentication systems using deep learning techniques and neural network optimization for edge devices. Elevated to IEEE Fellow (2017) 'for contributions to compression and communication of remotely sensed imagery' IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society 2011 Transactions Prize Paper Award IEEE Multimedia 2019 Best Paper Award Best Paper Awards at IEEE ICIP (2015, 2019) ERC Starting grant (consolidator type) and ERC Proof-of-Concept Grant recipient Multiple Best Paper Awards Francesco Carassa (2011, 2013, 2014) Professor Magli actively supervises numerous PhD students working on cutting-edge topics in deep learning for satellite imaging, image processing, and secure authentication systems. His research is supported by significant grants including ERC projects and multiple commercial contracts with space agencies and technology companies. He leads the Image Processing and Learning (IPL) Group at Politecnico di Torino, which focuses on developing innovative solutions for satellite image analysis and compression.

Damiano PiovesanView profile

Associate Professor

• Protein function prediction
• Intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs)
• Machine learning in bioinformatics
• +5 more

Damiano Piovesan is Associate Professor in Bioinformatics (SSD BIO/10) at the Department of Biomedical Sciences , University of Padua , Italy. Since March 2022 he has held this rank, having previously served as Assistant Professor (2022) and PostDoc researcher (2019) in the same department. Education 2013 – PhD in Biotechnology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Bologna 2009 – MSc in Bioinformatics, University of Bologna 2007 – BSc in Biotechnology, University of Bologna Research Focus Piovesan’s research integrates machine-learning approaches with structural bioinformatics to advance understanding of intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs) and protein function prediction . He develops widely used resources such as MobiDB for disorder annotation, DisProt for functional curation of disordered regions, and RING for residue interaction networks. Additional interests include tandem repeat proteins , cancer-related IDP targets , and community benchmarking initiatives (CAFA, CAID, CAGI). Publication Trends His 2024–2025 output is dominated by updates to flagship databases ( InterPro , DisProt , MobiDB ), next-generation disorder predictors leveraging deep learning ( PredIDR , MobiDB-lite 4.0 ), and large-scale genomics challenges ( CAGI6 ). Across the decade, recurring themes include methodological advances in disorder prediction, creation of interoperable bioinformatics platforms, and rigorous benchmarking to ensure community-wide reliability. Scientific Awards No specific awards are listed in the provided materials. Advising & Grants No individual students or grant details are explicitly supplied; however, his leadership in multi-institutional consortia (e.g., InterPro, DisProt, CAFA) implies substantial supervisory and funding coordination roles. Labs & Teams Piovesan is affiliated with the BioComputingUP Lab ( https://biocomputingup.it/ ) at the University of Padua, a hub for computational biology and bioinformatics tool development.

Xiaobo LiView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Medical Imaging
• Machine Learning Applications in Neurology
• +3 more

Xiaobo Li is a Professor in the Department of Bio-Medical Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Aided Geometric Design from the University of Birmingham and a B.S. in Automation from Nanjing University of Aeronautics, their research bridges computational methods with neuroimaging and psychiatric disorder analysis. Ph.D., University of Birmingham (Computer Aided Geometric Design, 2004) B.S., Nanjing University of Aeronautics (Automation, 1999) Dr. Li’s work focuses on applying machine learning and graph theory to understand brain network abnormalities in conditions like ADHD , schizophrenia , and traumatic brain injury . Their studies analyze structural-functional connectivity , reward processing , and gut-brain axis interactions using fMRI , fNIRS , and diffusion tensor imaging . Recent publications highlight their development of tools like the GAT-FD MATLAB toolbox for brain network analysis and their exploration of multimodal MRI in schizophrenia diagnosis. They also investigate the neurobiological effects of photobiomodulation and vision therapy interventions.

Bihuan ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Software Engineering
• Software Supply Chain Security
• Program Analysis
• +4 more

Bihuan Chen is an Associate Professor at the College of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Fudan University, specializing in software engineering with focus on software supply chain security and trustworthy AI systems. His research spans multiple programming languages including JavaScript, Python, Java, and C/C++ across application and AI domains. Dr. Chen earned his B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from Fudan University in 2009 and 2014 respectively, followed by postdoctoral research at Nanyang Technological University (2014-2017). His research interests include software supply chain risk assessment, trustworthy AI systems, and program analysis. His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on malicious package detection in NPM/PyPI ecosystems, vulnerability patch porting using LLMs, and safety verification for autonomous driving systems. The work shows increasing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional program analysis approaches, particularly evident in the 2024-2025 publications that leverage LLMs for vulnerability detection and code refinement. ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award (FSE 2016, ASE 2018, ASE 2022, FSE 2025) IEEE TCSE Distinguished Paper Award (ICSME 2020, SANER 2023) CCF Prototype Competition Awards (2nd and 3rd Prizes) Dr. Chen has advised over 50 students including current PhD candidates and notable alumni now at Huawei, ByteDance, and other leading tech firms. His fuxi platform assesses security, legal, and maintenance risks across the software engineering lifecycle. He serves on program committees for major conferences including ICSE, FSE, ASE, and ISSTA, and as Associate Editor for the Journal of Software: Evolution and Process.

• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
• Bioinformatics
• +11 more

Andrea Passerini is a Full Professor in the Department of Information Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Trento, Italy, where he also serves as Coordinator of the PhD programme in Information Engineering and Computer Science (Ministerial Decree 45/2013). His academic footprint spans multiple departments including Mathematics, Sociology, Cellular Biology, and Industrial Engineering, reflecting deep interdisciplinary engagement across computational sciences and life sciences. His research centers on Machine Learning and Data Mining with specialized expertise in Neuro-Symbolic AI , Probabilistic Reasoning , and Statistical Relational Learning . He pioneers methods for graph-based learning, medical AI applications, and explainable systems, with significant contributions to bioinformatics (particularly RNA-protein interactions) and healthcare diagnostics. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical implementations in critical domains. Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals dominant trends in neuro-symbolic integration for graph data, human-AI collaboration in medical decision-making, and robust recommender systems. His research increasingly focuses on interpretable AI for high-stakes applications like surgical planning and physician support, while advancing foundational techniques in graph neural networks and concept-based modeling. As PhD programme Coordinator, Professor Passerini mentors doctoral candidates across AI and computer science disciplines. His collaborative network extends to medical researchers at CIBIO (Cellular, Computational and Integrative Biology department) and industrial partners, though specific lab structures aren't documented in available materials. Current projects emphasize medical AI validation, temporal network modeling, and LLM integration with structured reasoning frameworks.

Wout JosephView profile

Professor

• electromagnetic field exposure assessment
• in-body electromagnetic field modelling
• electromagnetic medical applications
• +12 more

Wout Joseph is a Professor in the domain of Experimental Characterization of wireless communication systems at Ghent University (Belgium), where he has been working since October 2009. He is also an IMEC Principal Investigator since 2017. His research is conducted within the wireless, acoustics, environment & expert systems (WAVES) research unit at the Department of Information Technology (INTEC). Dr. Joseph was born in Ostend, Belgium on October 21, 1977. He received his M.Sc. degree in electrical engineering from Ghent University in July 2000. From September 2000 to March 2005 he was a research assistant at the Department of Information Technology (INTEC), where his scientific work focused on electromagnetic exposure assessment around base stations for mobile communications related to health effects. This work led to his Ph.D. degree in March 2005. Professor Joseph's research expertise spans multiple domains within wireless communications and bioelectromagnetics. His primary research interests include electromagnetic field exposure assessment, in-body electromagnetic field modeling, electromagnetic medical applications, propagation for wireless communication systems, IoT, antennas and calibration. He also specializes in wireless performance analysis, industry 4.0 applications, wireless localization, and Quality of Experience metrics. His work is particularly notable for its focus on dosimetric studies in the radiofrequency range, where his research is ranked first in number of peer-reviewed studies. His research has practical applications in wireless network planning, occupational safety, and public health policy related to electromagnetic fields. His extensive publication record (over 886 publications with an h-index of 45 in ISI Web of Science and 66 in Google Scholar) demonstrates a clear trajectory from fundamental electromagnetic field measurements to applied research in industrial wireless networks and bioelectromagnetic applications. Recent work shows a strong emphasis on 5G exposure assessment across multiple European countries, millimeter-wave channel modeling, and the application of machine learning techniques to exposure assessment and wireless localization. EBEA council board member (2015-2018) EBEA board member at large (2019) Bioelectromagnetics Society board member (2022) Bioelectromagnetics Society board member (2024) 24 research awards Professor Joseph leads significant research efforts in electromagnetic field exposure assessment, with particular emphasis on developing measurement methodologies and computational models for real-world exposure scenarios. His work bridges theoretical electromagnetic modeling with practical applications in wireless communications and bioelectromagnetics. His research group within the WAVES unit is highly active in both theoretical and experimental aspects of wireless communications and bioelectromagnetics, with current projects focusing on 5G exposure assessment across Europe, millimeter-wave channel modeling for data centers and industrial environments, and the development of novel exposure assessment methodologies using advanced signal processing and machine learning techniques.

Benjamin Bloem-ReddyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Statistics
• Machine Learning
• Probabilistic Modeling
• +4 more

Benjamin Bloem-Reddy is an Assistant Professor of Statistics at the University of British Columbia (UBC), affiliated with the Department of Statistics within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on probabilistic approaches in statistics and machine learning, emphasizing symmetry, causality, and model-driven scientific knowledge acquisition. Prior to UBC, he completed his PhD under Peter Orbanz at Columbia University and a postdoc with Yee Whye Teh at the University of Oxford. He holds a physics background from Stanford and Northwestern Universities. Education: PhD in Statistics, Columbia University Postdoctoral Research, CSML Group, University of Oxford Physics degrees from Stanford and Northwestern Universities Research Interests: Bloem-Reddy explores symmetry in modeling and inference, causal discovery, and integrating scientific models with statistical frameworks. His work includes developing hypothesis tests for symmetry, causal inference via cocycles, and leveraging invariance properties in neural networks. He collaborates with scientists to apply statistical methods to domain-specific problems. Awards: Best Student Poster Award at NeurIPS 2014 Workshop on Networks Teaching & Advising: He teaches courses like STAT 460/560 (Statistical Inference) and advises a vibrant research group. His students include Boyan Beronov, Kenny Chiu, and Johnny Xi. He emphasizes recruiting curious, mathematically skilled students aligned with his research themes. Grants & Funding: Supported by NSERC, CANSSI, and UBC, with computational resources from ARC at UBC.