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• AI-based feedback
• Computational thinking education
• Game-based learning
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Dr. Jingyun Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Durham University. Previously, she held an Assistant Professor position at Kyushu University, Japan. Her primary affiliations include the Centre for Neurodiversity & Development and the Artificial Intelligence and Human Systems Group (AIHS), as well as the Pedagogical Innovation in Computer Science Group (PICS). She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has led or contributed to research projects funded by JSPS, JST, NICT, Innovate UK, and industry partners. Her research focuses on AI-driven educational technologies, including AI-based feedback systems, computational thinking education, game-based learning, and ontology techniques. She actively contributes to editorial boards (e.g., Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence ) and serves as a conference chair for AIED, ICCE, and LTLE. Current research includes adaptive learning systems for mathematics education, serious games for cybersecurity training, and visualization tools for e-learning. Her scientific contributions span over 50 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing learning analytics, multimodal systems, and digital health interventions. She advises multiple PhD students and mentors in professional recognition pathways. Key projects include developing the BETTER speech training system, the MEMORABLE cybersecurity game framework, and ontology-based language learning platforms.

• Wind Turbines
• Autonomous Learning
• Deep Learning
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Yolanda Vidal Segui is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Escola d'Enginyeria de Barcelona Est (EEBE). Her research focuses on wind energy systems, predictive maintenance, and structural health monitoring of wind turbines. She leads projects in the CoDAlab and WinTurCoM research groups, specializing in data-driven models, condition monitoring, and failure prognosis. Her work integrates machine learning, mathematical modeling, and sensor technology to enhance turbine reliability and energy efficiency. Dr. Vidal holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics and has authored over 350 publications. Her contributions include advancements in SCADA data analysis, vibration-based diagnostics, and AI-driven condition monitoring systems. She has received several accolades, including the WindEurope Technology Workshop recognition and the IFIT Distinction in Mechanism and Machine Science. Her research bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in offshore wind turbine integrity and maintenance strategies. Active in professional service, she serves on conference committees and editorial boards (e.g., Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, Wind Energy). Her work emphasizes sustainable energy solutions and has been applied in real-world scenarios like the Alpha Ventus wind farm. She also contributes to educational initiatives, developing innovative teaching materials for engineering students.

Vassilios TzerposView profile

Associate Professor

• Audio Processing
• Machine Learning
• Digital Signal Processing
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Vassilios Tzerpos is an Associate Professor at the Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, where he has been since 2001. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Toronto (2001). His research focuses on audio processing for musical applications, deep learning, digital signal processing, machine listening, and software engineering education. He directs the APTLY lab exploring music-technology intersections and leads the LaSSoftE lab developing socially-oriented software solutions. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Toronto, 2001 Research Highlights: Dr. Tzerpos' work spans music information retrieval (e.g., automatic music classification), synthetic speech detection using neural networks, and software engineering pedagogy. His recent projects include Music-STAR for audio re-instrumentation and OER-based learning path creation systems. He has pioneered methods in design pattern detection and software clustering evaluation. Grants & Labs: Leads two research groups: APTLY (music-tech) and LaSSoftE (social impact software). Active in developing adaptive cybersecurity solutions against DoS attacks and refining software architecture recovery techniques. Key Themes in Publications: Recent work emphasizes machine learning applications in music technology and cybersecurity, with foundational contributions to software clustering methodologies and design pattern detection algorithms. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in education and creative industries.

FANG YuanView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Mining
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
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FANG Yuan is a tenured Associate Professor at the School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS), Singapore Management University (SMU). He holds the prestigious Lee Kong Chian Fellowship and leads research in artificial intelligence and data science. His institutional affiliation includes: School of Computing and Information Systems, Singapore Management University Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2014) Bachelor of Computing (First Class Honors), National University of Singapore (2009) - Top student in Computer Science Research Focus: Dr. FANG specializes in data mining, machine learning, and AI with emphasis on graph learning, information networks, recommendation systems, and knowledge graph applications. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in social analytics, biomedical informatics, and digital transformation, often employing advanced neural network architectures. Publication Trends: Recent works (2024-2025) demonstrate strong focus on graph machine learning innovations, including graph foundation models, prompt-based learning for dynamic graphs, and LLM-graph integrations. Key themes include few-shot/zero-shot learning, non-homophilic graph processing, and applications in recommendation systems, bioinformatics, and NLP. Methodological advancements frequently involve contrastive learning, transformer architectures, and explainable AI techniques. Awards & Honors: Lee Kong Chian Fellow World's Top 2% Scientist (2024) by Stanford/Elsevier #1 Most Influential Paper at WWW'23 (GraphPrompt) - Paper Digest (2024-09) Top 5 Most Influential Papers at WWW'23 (GraphPrompt) - Paper Digest (2024-05) Top Computer Science Graduate, NUS (2009) Student Advising: Currently advises doctoral candidates including DONG Viet Hoang, LIU Ran, and NIU Yudong. Recently supervised Dr. Zhongzhou Liu's successful PhD defense (2024) on trustworthy recommendation systems. Professional Engagement: Regularly organizes tutorials at premier venues (WWW, KDD) and delivers invited talks internationally on graph learning advancements. Leads multiple research projects in collaboration with industry partners.

Matthew HoldenView profile

Associate Professor

• Surgical Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Computer-Assisted Surgery
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Matthew Holden is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University. He holds a PhD (2018) and MSc (2014) from Queen's University and a BScH (2012) from Western University. His research focuses on Surgical Data Science, applying machine learning to surgical time-series data from operating rooms and simulations to improve patient outcomes and surgical training. Key areas include real-time decision support, performance assessment, and surgical efficiency through domain-knowledge integration. Research interests emphasize machine learning for surgical workflows, skill assessment via sensor data (e.g., motion tracking, EEG), and computer-assisted interventions. Notable work includes automated proficiency evaluation in cataract surgery, ultrasound-guided procedures, and neurosurgical training. His contributions span medical robotics, surgical education, and clinical decision support systems. Publications highlight advancements in surgical workflow anticipation, tool detection, and skill metrics across domains like ophthalmology, emergency medicine, and neurology. Holden advocates for interdisciplinary approaches combining computational methods with clinical expertise to enhance healthcare delivery.

Bo WuView profile

Associate Professor

• Compilers and Programming Systems
• Heterogeneous Computing
• Machine Learning Systems
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Bo Wu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Colorado School of Mines. His research focuses on compilers and programming systems, particularly program optimizations for heterogeneous computing and emerging architectures, with applications in machine learning and graph processing. He joined Mines in 2014 after earning a Ph.D. from The College of William and Mary and earlier degrees from Central South University in China. Education : B.S. in Computational Science and Technology (Central South University, 2005) M.S. in Computer Science (Central South University, 2008) Ph.D. in Computer Science (The College of William and Mary, 2014) Research Interests : Wu's work emphasizes enhancing data locality in heterogeneous systems, GPU scheduling, and optimizing applications for emerging architectures. His contributions include frameworks like GraphZero for efficient graph mining and FLEP for GPU preemption. Awards & Grants : NSF SPX Award (2018) NSF CAREER Award (2018) Supercomputing Best Paper Award (2015) Multiple NSF grants for GPU-related research Advising & Grants : Wu has led several NSF-funded projects and actively participates in conference program committees (e.g., PPoPP, SC, ICS). His research spans compiler optimizations, parallel computing, and high-performance systems. Labs & Teams : While specific labs aren’t named, his work involves collaborations on GPU-based systems, graph processing frameworks, and compiler toolchains.

Mustafa BilgicView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Active Learning
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Mustafa Bilgic is a Professor and Chair of the Computer Science Department at Illinois Institute of Technology, where he also directs the Master of Artificial Intelligence program and the Machine Learning Laboratory. His research focuses on machine learning, active learning, explainable AI, and probabilistic graphical models, with applications in healthcare, social media analysis, and biomedical engineering. He has received funding from NSF, NIH, and Samsung, among others. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Maryland at College Park (2010) M.S. in Computer Science, University of Maryland at College Park (2006) B.S. in Computer Science, University of Texas at Austin (2004, with High Honors and Special Honors) Research Highlights: Dr. Bilgic's work emphasizes AI ethics, algorithm transparency, and interactive machine learning systems. Notable projects include analyzing political news engagement dynamics and developing frameworks for eliminating explanation noise in AI models. His lab explores tools like OrganoID for tracking organoid growth and IDGI for improving model interpretability. Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2014) ACM SIGKDD Best Student Paper Award (2008) Illinois Tech College of Computing Teaching Excellence Award (2021) Teaching and Leadership: Bilgic teaches advanced courses in AI, machine learning, and data mining. He leads initiatives to bridge AI theory and practical applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. His administrative roles include overseeing the AI master’s program and fostering innovation in computing education.

Roy PeaView profile

Professor

• Brain and Learning Sciences
• Child Development
• Collaborative Learning
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Professor Roy Pea is the David Jacks Professor of Education & Learning Sciences at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Computer Science. He served as Director of the H-STAR Institute (2007-2021) and founded Stanford’s PhD program in Learning Sciences and Technology Design. His research focuses on technology-enhanced learning, social foundations of human learning, and interdisciplinary applications of digital tools. Stanford University, School of Education Graduate School of Education Department Courtesy appointment in Computer Science His work spans complex domains like concussion education, climate change learning, and AI-driven mental health interventions. He co-authored the 2010 National Education Technology Plan and co-edited key texts including Video Research in the Learning Sciences and AI in Education . His NSF-funded LIFE Center (2004-2014) advanced learning science theories. Recent publications address: (1) linguistic framing of concussions and reporting behavior, (2) AI chatbots for mental health, (3) "engineering fiction" to reduce climate change abstractness, and (4) immersive AR/LLM learning experiences. His research integrates data science, psychology, and educational technology. Fellow, American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2019) Inaugural Fellow, International Society of the Learning Sciences (2018) Honorary Doctorate, The Open University (2018) Best Bridging Paper, EDM 2014 LAK13 Best Paper Award (2013) Roy mentors doctoral and master’s students in learning sciences, advising on topics related to technology, cognition, and equity. He contributes to digital education policy through roles on advisory boards for organizations like NSF, NIH, and the Joan Ganz Cooney Center. His patents include methods for digital video analysis and collaborative learning systems.

LEE Mong LiView profile

Professor

• Data Management
• Data Cleaning
• Data Fusion
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LEE Mong Li is a Professor of Computer Science at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and serves as Director of the NUS Centre for Trusted Internet and Community. She holds a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. (First Class Honours) in Computer Science from NUS, where she was awarded the IEEE Singapore Information Technology Gold Medal as the top Computer Science student in 1989. Her academic career includes a visiting fellowship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1999) and consultancy with QUIQ USA (2000). Her research spans Data Management, Spatio-temporal Databases, Biomedical Informatics, and Retinal Image Analysis . She has pioneered work in data cleaning, data fusion, and analysis of semistructured data, with applications in social media analytics and healthcare. Her recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus, particularly in AI-driven medical diagnostics including diabetic retinopathy screening and chronic kidney disease detection from retinal images. She co-authored foundational books on 'Designing Semi-structured Database' and 'Temporal and Spatio-Temporal Data Mining'. Her 150+ publications in major database conferences and journals reflect leadership in both theoretical and applied research. Recent work shows significant emphasis on Medical AI applications (retinal analysis, kidney disease prediction) Temporal fact verification systems Misinformation detection in multimodal environments Privacy challenges in large language models Key honors include: Singapore's President Technology Award (2014) for co-inventing an AI system screening eye conditions IEEE Singapore Information Technology Gold Medal (1989) She actively contributes to government-funded multidisciplinary projects building practical deployable systems. Her leadership extends to program committees of prestigious database conferences and directing the NUS Centre for Trusted Internet and Community. She teaches BT5110 Data Management and Warehousing and has co-developed an AI system for diabetic retinopathy screening deployed in Singapore's national teleophthalmology program.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Biology
• Graph Neural Networks
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Pietro Liò is Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Technology at the University of Cambridge, where he leads research in Artificial Intelligence and Computational Biology as part of the AI group and the Cambridge Centre for AI in Medicine. He holds additional affiliations as Fellow and Council member of Clare Hall College, member of Ellis (European Lab for Learning & Intelligent Systems), and member of Academia Europaea. Professor Liò earned dual PhDs in Complex Systems and Non Linear Dynamics from the University of Florence and in Theoretical Genetics from the University of Pavia, Italy. His educational background bridges theoretical computer science with biological sciences, forming the foundation for his interdisciplinary research approach. His research focuses on developing Artificial Intelligence and Computational Biology models to understand disease complexity and advance personalized medicine. Current work emphasizes Graph Neural Network modeling for integrating multi-scale, multi-omics, and multi-physics data; combining deep learning with mechanistic approaches; explainability in medical AI; and developing AI-based medical digital twins and personal decision support systems. His work spans from fundamental algorithm development to clinical applications, with particular emphasis on translating computational advances into medical solutions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong activity in geometric deep learning , explainable AI for healthcare , and multi-omics integration , with increasing focus on clinically applicable tools that maintain both predictive power and interpretability. Member of Academia Europaea Listed among Top Italian Scientists by VIA-Academy Professor Liò has mentored over 40 PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, including notable names such as Petar Velickovic, David Buterez, and Chaitanya Joshi. His research is supported through collaborations with the Cambridge Centre for AI in Medicine and various international partnerships. He serves on departmental committees including Student Complaints and Postdoc Mentoring, and has completed equality and diversity training essentials. He leads research within the Artificial Intelligence group at Cambridge, focusing on creating computational frameworks that bridge biological complexity with clinical applications through advanced machine learning techniques.

Richard AllenView profile

Professor

• Seismology
• Earthquake Early Warning Systems
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Richard Allen is a Professor and the Class of 1954 Endowed Chair at the University of California, Berkeley, serving as Director of the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory. His work focuses on seismology, earthquake early warning systems, and seismic hazard mitigation. Research interests include earthquake rupture mechanisms, regional seismic structure and dynamics, mantle upwelling processes, fault interaction analysis, stress modeling in seismology, and machine learning applications in seismic data analysis. He pioneered smartphone-based seismic networks like MyShake and advanced technologies such as distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) for offshore monitoring. His recent publications highlight trends in earthquake early warning algorithms (EPIC, bEPIC), real-time ground-motion modeling, ShakeAlert system performance, and integration of multimodal data (e.g., social media, LLMs, DAS) for hazard mitigation. Collaborative efforts include global smartphone networks and cloud computing for seismic datasets. Allen leads the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory, driving innovations in seismic monitoring, structural health assessment, and public alerting systems to enhance disaster resilience.

Pardis PishdadView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Built Environments
• Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
• Digital Twin Technology
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Pardis Pishdad is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the School of Building Construction at Georgia Institute of Technology’s College of Design. She directs the Smart Built Environment Eco-System (Smart Bees) Laboratory, focusing on integrating cyber-physical systems, digital twins, and innovative project delivery methods (e.g., IPD, Flash Tracking) for sustainable built environments. Her research bridges technology adoption, trust-building in construction contracts, and supply chain optimization. Education: PhD, Environmental Design and Planning (Virginia Tech) Master’s Degrees: Civil Engineering (Virginia Tech), Design Studies in Project Management (Harvard), Architecture (University of Tehran) Bachelor’s in Architectural Engineering (Azad University of Shiraz) Research Interests: Her work emphasizes sustainable construction practices using IoT, BIM, and blockchain. Key areas include lifecycle cost analysis, lean construction, and smart building technologies. She explores trust dynamics and collaboration in construction projects through game theory and process optimization. Recognition: 2018 ENR Top 20 Under 40 Professionals 2016 CII National Outstanding Researcher Award 2020-2022 Georgia Tech Provost Teaching Learning Fellow Advisory Roles: Academic Advisor for CII’s Supply Chain Management Community, Vice Chair of BuildingSMART’s BIM Forum 5D Taskforce. Formerly advised the Construction Management Association of America’s Board (2016–2018). Industry Collaboration: Partnerships with Turner Construction, GDOT, and VDOT. Research on Flash Tracking and blockchain has been integrated into industry practices. Labs & Teams: The Smart Bees Lab pioneers cyber-physical systems for smart buildings, exploring AI-driven solutions and sustainable construction frameworks.

• Computational Linguistics
• Cognitive Science
• Machine Learning
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Lena Jäger is a Professor in the Department of Computational Linguistics at the University of Zurich (UZH). Her research focuses on the intersection of linguistics, computational cognitive science, and machine learning, particularly analyzing cognitive mechanisms underlying human language processing through experimental psycholinguistics, computational modeling, and NLP methods. She holds an MA in Chinese Language and Culture, an MSc in Experimental and Clinical Linguistics, a PhD in Cognitive Science, and a BSc in Computer Science. Prior to UZH, she led a Machine Learning Junior Research Group funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (2020) and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Potsdam. Her work emphasizes developing machine learning methods for analyzing eye-tracking data to uncover cognitive processes reflected in eye movements. Notable contributions include creating multilingual eye-tracking corpora (e.g., MultiplEYE, PoTeC) and advancing tools like pymovements for data processing. Her research spans applications in language comprehension, biometric identification, and clinical diagnostics (e.g., ADHD detection via eye movements). Education: BA/MA: Chinese Language and Culture (University of Freiburg, Tongji University, Beijing Language and Culture University, Université Paris 7) MSc: Experimental and Clinical Linguistics (University of Potsdam) PhD: Cognitive Science (University of Potsdam) BSc: Computer Science (concurrent with PhD) Awards: Machine Learning Junior Research Group Grant (2020). Labs/Teams: Leads computational linguistics and machine learning research groups at UZH, collaborating on projects like ScanDL and CoLAGaze. Her recent work bridges AI and cognitive science, exploring how language models emulate human reading behaviors and developing frameworks for ethical AI applications. Ongoing projects include improving fairness in biometric identification systems and analyzing individual differences in reading through synthetic data.

Jay PujaraView profile

Academic

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
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Jay Pujara is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with the Viterbi School of Engineering and the Information Sciences Institute (ISI). He directs the Center on Knowledge Graphs and leads research in artificial intelligence, specializing in knowledge graph construction, scalable machine learning, and probabilistic models. Education : PhD in Computer Science (University of Maryland, 2016), MS and BS in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University (2005 and 2004), with minors in Robotics, Mathematical Sciences, and Logic & Computation. Research Interests : His work focuses on probabilistic models for dynamic data, knowledge graph construction, entity resolution, and applications in NLP and social network analysis. He emphasizes scalable algorithms and real-world impact in domains like finance, climate science, and healthcare. Awards : Includes the SWSA Ten-Year Award (2023), Best Paper Awards at IUI 2019 and ISWC 2013, and grants totaling over $9M from DARPA, NSF, and industry partners. Grants & Mentorship : Principal Investigator on projects like "Artificial Domain-Understanding and Collaborative Agency" (DARPA) and "Explainable and Robust AI Agents" (NSF). Mentored over 50 students in PhD, MS, and undergraduate programs, focusing on knowledge graphs, NLP, and machine learning. Labs & Teams : Leads ISI’s Knowledge Graph and Neurosymbolic AI teams, coordinating the Open Knowledge Network (OKN) and tools like KGTK. Active in academic service, including roles on PhD admissions committees and ISI’s Space Management Committee.

David LangleyView profile

Professor

• Digital Transformation
• Strategic Management
• Management Information Systems
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D.J. (David) Langley is a Full Professor of Digital Transformation & Strategy at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, Department of Innovation Management and Strategy. He holds concurrent roles as Senior Scientist at TNO and co-chairs the Innovation Ecosystems working group at aioti.eu. His research focuses on digital transformation, strategic management, and healthcare innovation. Langley has led projects across telecom, energy, banking, and public sectors, collaborating with firms like Philips, Rabobank, and the Dutch government. His work emphasizes digital technology's impact on institutional logic and strategic development patterns. He teaches courses on digital roadmapping and technology-driven innovation at the master's level. Key research outputs include frameworks on smart product ecosystems, flexible investment systems using real options valuation, and the role of social media in healthcare. His recent publications address climate change gamification and circular economy principles.