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Prof. Waldemar Kolanus leads the Molecular Immunology and Cell Biology department at the University of Bonn's Life & Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) . His research bridges immunoregulation , stem cell dynamics , and metabolic stress responses in immune cells. Unit 2 member at LIMES Principal investigator in SFB 704 and ImmunoSensation Cluster Leads a multidisciplinary lab with postdocs, PhD students, and technical staff His work focuses on intracellular signaling pathways connecting immune activation to tissue homeostasis, particularly through: Cytohesin proteins in integrin-mediated adhesion and migration TRIM71 in stem cell regulation and congenital hydrocephalus High-salt environments affecting macrophage function Publication trends show expertise in immune cell migration , genetic models , and chemical inhibition , with frequent use of mice and zebrafish for in vivo studies. Key articles explore: TRIM71's dual role in auditory development and germ cell maintenance Cytohesin family's Golgi regulation and insulin signaling Ruxolitinib's off-target migration inhibition of dendritic cells Contact details: Address: LIMES Institute, Carl-Troll-Straße 31, Bonn Email: kolanus.sekretariat@uni-bonn.de Phone: +49 228 73-62788

• Molecular Immunology
• Cell Signaling
• Signal Transduction Pathways
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Jan Peters is a full professor (W3) at the Computer Science Department of Technische Universität Darmstadt and serves as the department head of the Systems AI for Robot Learning (SAIROL) at the German Research Center for AI (DFKI) . He is also a founding faculty member of the Hessian Centre for Artificial Intelligence . Peters holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California (2007) and dual master’s degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from USC and TU Munich respectively. Research Themes : Robot Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Imitation Learning, Tactile Sensing, Human-Robot Interaction, and Safe AI. Recent Article Trends : Focus on deep reinforcement learning (Iterated Q-Networks, Adaptive Q-Networks), safe robot foundation models , tactile-enhanced imitation learning , and physics-informed machine learning . Scientific Recognition : Recipient of the Dick Volz Best PhD Thesis Award , ERC Starting Grant , IEEE Fellow , and Amazon Research Award . Leadership : Founder of the IEEE RAS Technical Committee on Robot Learning and editor for journals including Autonomous Robots and IEEE Transactions on Robotics .

• Robot Learning
• Reinforcement Learning
• Imitation Learning
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Min Peng is a Professor at Wuhan University's School of Computer Science. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, and knowledge graphs. He has collaborated extensively with institutions like Hefei University of Technology and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. His work bridges theoretical advancements in AI with practical applications in finance, social media analysis, and network optimization. Recent contributions include neural-symbolic reasoning frameworks, contrastive learning for knowledge graphs, and financial benchmarking with large language models. Research interests emphasize scalable machine learning models for complex reasoning tasks, explainable AI, and domain-specific applications in finance and social networks. Over 100 publications span venues like WWW, ACL, and NeurIPS, highlighting interdisciplinary impact. Notable projects include SymAgent (neural-symbolic agent frameworks), PIXIU (financial LLM benchmark), and DTC (commonsense machine comprehension). Key technical trends include integrating large language models with structured data, temporal knowledge graph reasoning, and transfer learning across domains. His work often addresses real-world challenges in data efficiency, interpretability, and cross-domain scalability. Current efforts explore financial LLMs, agent-based reasoning systems, and multimodal applications. While no specific grants or awards are listed in the provided data, his prolific publication record indicates sustained research excellence. Collaboration networks include teams in computer science, electrical engineering, and finance disciplines.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
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Prof. Dirk Schneider is a Full Professor (W3) of Biochemistry at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz since 2010, with previous appointments at the University of Freiburg (2003-2009) and postdoctoral training at Yale University. His research spans membrane biochemistry, biophysics, and transmembrane protein folding/assembly, focusing on thylakoid membrane biogenesis and protein-lipid interactions in cyanobacteria and chloroplasts. Current roles: Full Professor, University Mainz Previous roles: Assistant Professor (W1), University of Freiburg Education: PhD (summa cum laude) from Ruhr-University Bochum His research interests include: Membrane protein folding and stability ESCRT-III/Vipp1/PspA family structural dynamics ABC transporter activity regulation (e.g., BmrA) Protein-lipid interaction mechanisms Thylakoid membrane remodeling Comparative membrane biology between prokaryotes and eukaryotes Development of spectroscopic and computational methods Recent publications reveal trends in bacterial membrane remodeling (SynDLP, PspA), lipid effects on transporter activity (BmrA), and IM30/Vipp1-mediated membrane fusion. His work combines structural biology, biophysics, and functional assays to elucidate membrane dynamics. Awarded the Dr. Heinrich Kost Award (2001) and Leopoldina Fellowship (2001) , he has held leadership roles including Study Section Speaker (2010-2014) , Director of Institute of Pharmacy and Biochemistry (2013-2015) , and Dean of Faculty of Chemistry (2015-2020) . His scientific advisory roles include editorial board memberships and study section leadership.

• Membrane Biochemistry
• Biophysics
• Protein-Lipid Interactions
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Prof. Dr. Lena Noack is a Professor of Planetary Geodynamics at the Institute of Geological Sciences, Freie Universität Berlin. She leads the Planetary Geodynamics research group, focusing on geodynamics, mineral physics, and planetary processes. Her work explores mantle convection, crust formation, and atmospheric evolution, with a particular emphasis on exoplanets and habitability. Dr. Noack holds prestigious grants such as the ERC Consolidator Grant (DIVERSE project) and has received awards including the Paolo Farinella Prize (2021) and the Teaching Award from her institute (2019). Education: PhD in Planetology (University of Münster, 2012), Diplom in Mathematics (Humboldt University Berlin, 2008). Research interests span planetary interior dynamics, exoplanet habitability, and the interplay between geology and climate. Key projects include modeling volcanic outgassing, mantle redox states, and thermal evolution of rocky planets. She collaborates on missions like PLATO and LIFE, advancing exoplanet detection and characterization. Her work on TRAPPIST-1 planets and induction heating mechanisms has been widely recognized. Current grants include leadership in ISSI workshops and ERC-funded research. Students and advisees include over a dozen doctoral researchers studying topics like mantle evolution and planetary atmospheres.

• Geodynamics
• Mineral Physics
• Planetary Processes
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PD Dr. phil. Evangelia Kordoni is a research assistant at Humboldt University of Berlin's Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies, specifically within the Institute for English and American Studies. Her office is located at Dorotheenstraße 28, Room 3.04, and she can be contacted via email for appointments. She is an active researcher in computational linguistics with a focus on grammar engineering and natural language processing. Kordoni's research primarily explores: Computational linguistics frameworks including HPSG grammar implementation Multiword expression processing and machine translation systems Treebank development for languages including English, German and Bulgarian Lexical acquisition methods for large-scale grammars Semantic parsing and disambiguation techniques Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical NLP applications. Kordoni's publication record shows consistent focus on deep linguistic processing, with recent emphasis on: Multiword expression analysis in machine translation systems Parallel treebank development for multilingual applications Verb subcategorization and compound noun disambiguation Dynamic annotation methodologies for Wall Street Journal texts Cross-linguistic studies of Germanic syntax

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Grammar Engineering
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Prof. Sabrina Büttner leads the Cell Biology group at the Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology, University of Münster. Her research focuses on intracellular communication during cellular aging, stress responses, and metabolic adaptation, utilizing yeast and Drosophila models. She investigates organelle connectivity via membrane contact sites and their role in proteostasis, neurodegeneration, and longevity. Her work integrates molecular biology, genetics, and imaging to explore: Organelle communication networks Proteostasis collapse in aging Autophagy and lipid metabolism Neurodegenerative disease mechanisms Recent publications emphasize membrane contact sites, stress-induced nuclear/vacuole dynamics, and autophagy regulation. Trends include organelle interfaces in proteostasis, mitochondrial quality control, and translational applications in longevity biotechnology. She mentors PhD students including Irene Álvarez-Guerra, Emma Block, Patricia Grabher, and Simon Prokisch. Her lab collaborates with CRC projects (e.g., CRC 1009, 1348, 1459, 944) and graduate programs (CiM-IMPRS, IRTG, SP BioSciences).

• Cellular Aging
• Organelle Communication
• Membrane Contact Sites
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Haitham Abu-Rub is a Professor at Texas A&M University at Qatar specializing in power systems, renewable energy integration, and power electronics. His research focuses on developing innovative solutions for grid stability, EV charging infrastructure, and intelligent control systems. He has published extensively in IEEE journals and conferences, addressing challenges in smart grids and sustainable energy systems. His work spans power converter design, fault diagnosis, and AI applications in energy management. Recent projects include decentralized PV trading systems, resilient inverter networks, and physics-informed neural networks for insulation diagnostics. Dr. Abu-Rub collaborates internationally on projects involving grid-interactive buildings, digital twins for power converters, and adaptive control techniques for electric vehicle charging.

• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Electric Vehicles
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Markus Oeser is a full professor at the Chair and Institute of Highway Engineering, affiliated with the Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt). His research advances pavement technology, smart infrastructure, and sustainable materials through computational modeling and experimental characterization. Research Focus His work spans: Advanced asphalt materials (self-healing, inductive, nano-enhanced) Digital twins for real-time pavement monitoring Traffic flow modeling and AI-driven infrastructure management Sustainable recycling of construction waste Piezoresistive sensors for smart roads Publication Trends (2024-2025) Recent articles emphasize multi-scale modeling (atomic to structural levels), integration of AI/ML in pavement systems, and sustainability-driven material innovations. Dominant themes include nanomaterial-enhanced composites, digital twins for infrastructure, and traffic microsimulation. Affiliations & Infrastructure Leads research at BASt's highway engineering facilities, leveraging laboratories for materials testing, computational modeling, and full-scale pavement validation.

• Highway Engineering
• Asphalt Materials
• Pavement Design
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Juan Carlos Merlano Duncan is a researcher at the University of Luxembourg, affiliated with the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT). His work focuses on satellite communications, signal processing, and synchronization techniques for distributed systems.

• Satellite Communications
• Signal Processing
• Quantum Key Distribution
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Ulrich Weller is a researcher at the Department of Soil System Science within the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ . His work focuses on soil hydrology, rhizosphere dynamics, and land use planning, with a strong emphasis on computational modeling and geospatial analysis. Institution: Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ Department: Soil System Science Key Collaborators: Prof. Dr. Hans-Jörg Vogel, Dr. Steffen Schlüter, Dr. Doris Vetterlein Research Interests Dr. Weller’s research spans soil physics, root-soil interactions, and sustainable land management. He employs advanced imaging techniques (e.g., X-ray tomography) and computational models to study soil structure, water infiltration, and rhizosphere processes. His work in West Africa (Benin/Niger) integrates SOTER-based land evaluation with geospatial data fusion for climate-resilient agricultural planning. Scientific Contributions His publications highlight interdisciplinary trends: 2018: Systematic soil function modeling 2017: X-ray imaging of soil water dynamics 2007: Landscape-scale clay content mapping via electromagnetic induction 2002: Land use planning in Southern Benin These studies bridge soil physics, plant ecology, and environmental data science, often leveraging machine learning and geostatistical methods.

• Soil Ecology
• Soil System Science
• Environmental Hydrology
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Jun.-Prof. Dr. Sangeun Lee leads a research group focused on developing smart polymeric nanomedicines for drug delivery and gene therapy. Her work exploits disease-specific microenvironments (elevated temperature, reactive oxygen species, pH changes) to create stimuli-responsive materials that control drug release and enable diagnostic functions through dynamic covalent bonds and supramolecular assemblies. Research Themes Stimuli-responsive nanocarriers for cancer/inflammatory diseases Biodynamers using dynamic covalent chemistry ROS/pH-activated degradation mechanisms Bioinspired polymer architectures siRNA/mRNA delivery systems Diagnostic-therapeutic dual-action materials Scientific Impact Lee's publications span polymer chemistry, nanomedicine design, and biomedical applications, with recent work on BODIPY-based tracking of intracellular polymer degradation and arginine-chitosan biodynamers for RNA delivery. Her group actively develops innovative solutions for overcoming biological barriers in drug administration.

• Nanomedicine
• Polymer Science
• Drug Delivery
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Prof. Dr. Chris Volkmar is a Professor for Electric Space Propulsion and Electromagnetic Compatibility at the Technical University of Mittelhessen (THM) since October 2019. He serves as Co-Head of the TransMIT EMC Laboratory and leads the Space Electronics Research Group. His institutional affiliations include membership in the Competence Center for Nanotechnology and Photonics (NanoP) and the Research Campus Mittelhessen (FCMH) in the field of space applications, where he serves as Deputy Spokesperson since April 2025. Prof. Volkmar's academic background includes: PhD (2015) from Justus Liebig University Giessen with dissertation on 'Self-consistent numerical 1D/3D hybrid modeling of radio frequency ion thrusters' Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (2012-2014) from THM Graduate Engineer in Information and Communication Technology (2007-2011) from THM Specializing in electric space propulsion systems and electromagnetic compatibility, Prof. Volkmar's research bridges plasma physics with spacecraft engineering. His work focuses on radio frequency ion thrusters, developing innovative measurement techniques and specialized testing facilities including vacuum-compatible reverberation chambers and semi-anechoic chambers for electromagnetic compatibility testing of electric propulsion systems. His expertise spans power electronics for space applications, plasma diagnostics, and spacecraft system integration challenges. Prof. Volkmar's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from fundamental plasma modeling toward increasingly sophisticated engineering solutions for space applications. His recent work emphasizes system-level integration challenges of electric propulsion systems, with particular attention to electromagnetic compatibility issues that arise when integrating these systems into spacecraft. The research demonstrates strong collaboration between theoretical modeling and practical engineering validation. Ombudsperson for Good Scientific Practice at THM (2023-2027) Deputy Member of the Executive Committee for Young Researchers at THM (2022-2025) Board Member for Instruments (MDPI) journal Guest Editor for Frontiers in Space Technologies research topic 'Advances in Electric Propulsion Systems' Prof. Volkmar actively supervises student research through structured thesis programs at THM, with formal guidelines and LaTeX templates provided for academic work. His research is supported through institutional affiliations with TransMIT GmbH, the Competence Center for Nanotechnology and Photonics, and the Research Campus Mittelhessen. He serves on multiple examination boards and departmental committees, demonstrating significant institutional involvement in academic governance and quality assurance across both THM and joint programs with Justus Liebig University (JLU). As Co-Head of the TransMIT EMC Laboratory and leader of the Space Electronics Research Group, Prof. Volkmar directs specialized testing facilities for electromagnetic compatibility of electric propulsion systems. His team has developed vacuum-compatible reverberation chambers and semi-anechoic chambers specifically designed for spacecraft component validation. The research group maintains strong connections with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and participates in international conferences including the Electric Rocket Propulsion Society events, contributing to the advancement of electric propulsion technology for space exploration.

• Electric Space Propulsion
• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• Radio Frequency Ion Thrusters
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Tim Schneider is a Ph.D. student at the Intelligent Autonomous Systems lab of Technische Universität Darmstadt , working in collaboration with École Centrale de Lyon under the Aristotle project. His research focuses on robotics , particularly at the intersection of active perception , tactile sensing , and robotic manipulation . His work investigates how robots can develop environmental understanding through physical interaction , drawing parallels to children's exploratory behavior . Key projects include tactile reinforcement learning , active inference for manipulation , and visuo-tactile sensor fusion in dynamic tasks. Recent publications emphasize foundation models for tactile learning , sensor simulation (TacEx), and multi-modal control systems (AllmAN). He supervises theses on topics ranging from teleoperation feedback to haptic MNIST benchmarks , with a focus on reinforcement learning applications in robotic systems.

• Robotics
• Reinforcement Learning
• Robotic Manipulation
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Prof. Dr. Evgeni Ilichev is a Scientist in the Quantum Systems Research Department at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology (Leibniz-IPHT), where he leads the Quantum Circuits work group. His research focuses on quantum computing, superconducting qubits, and quantum metrology, with particular emphasis on developing devices for axion detection and quantum standards. Dr. Ilichev's research interests span multiple areas of quantum physics and superconductivity: Quantum computing and quantum information processing Superconducting qubits and quantum circuits Josephson junctions and SQUIDs Quantum metrology and standards Axion detection and dark matter research Microwave photonics and quantum sensing His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing quantum devices for fundamental physics research and practical applications. Dr. Ilichev's work bridges theoretical concepts with experimental implementations, particularly in the areas of quantum computing hardware and quantum-limited detection. His research has produced significant results in quantum phase slips, axion detection technologies, and quantum metrology standards, with publications in top journals including Nature, Physical Review Letters, and IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity. Notable achievements include: Observation of quantized current steps due to AC coherent quantum phase slips published in Nature (2022) Development of superconducting qubit networks for single microwave photon detection for galactic axion search Research on Josephson voltage and current standards on a single chip Dr. Ilichev collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, contributing to advancements in quantum technology and fundamental physics. His work on NbN-Al hybrid technology has opened new pathways for quantum device fabrication, while his investigations into noise mechanisms in superconducting devices have provided critical insights for improving quantum computing hardware.

• Quantum Computing
• Superconducting Qubits
• Josephson Junctions
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