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Anna Rebecca HoffmannView profile

Assistant Professor

• Literature Didactics
• Empirical Research in Education
• German Literature
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Anna Rebecca Hoffmann is a Junior Professor for German Literature and its Didactics at the Department of German Studies, Faculty I, University of Siegen. She holds a permanent academic position and is actively engaged in research, teaching, and supervision. Her work is centered on empirical approaches to literature didactics, with strong affiliations to projects such as the DFG-funded SFB 1472 “Transformations of the Popular,” where she leads the sub-project on public relations and develops the virtual exhibition “Living Archive: Your Most Popular” with students and pupils. Doctorate: Justus Liebig University Giessen (2017), summa cum laude Prior academic roles: Research Associate at University of Leipzig, Humboldtschule Leipzig Education: University of Siegen and Université François Rabelais, Tours Her research interests include literature didactics, empirical classroom research, literary museums as cultural memory sites, graphic novels (especially ecological ones), interculturality in literature, and value communication in German classes. She investigates how teachers select texts, how values are communicated in classrooms, and how students experience substitute teaching roles amidst teacher shortages. Her recent publications and conference presentations show a strong trend toward empirical, qualitative studies in educational settings, with increasing focus on sustainability, ecological narratives, and digital media in teaching. She frequently collaborates with scholars like Christian Dawidowski, Angelika R. Stolle, and Jennifer Witte. Doctoral thesis awarded summa cum laude Traineeship completed with distinction (Grade: 1.0) She advises students and collaborates with emerging researchers, particularly in the context of her DFG project and teaching seminars. She has organized training events for teachers and is involved in curriculum development. She leads the internship semester coordination for German studies at her university and is a member of the Cooperation Council. She is involved in the Literature Didactics team at Siegen and collaborates with student assistants on the SFB 1472 project. Her outreach includes public lectures such as the UBA-Talks at the Federal Environment Agency, emphasizing the educational role of ecological graphic novels.

Michaela PelicanView profile

Professor

• Social and Cultural Anthropology
• Migration within the Global South
• Ethnicity and Indigeneity
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Michaela Pelican is Professor of Social and Cultural Anthropology at the University of Cologne, where she also serves as Rector’s Representative for International Affairs and Spokesperson of the Global South Studies Center (GSSC). She leads the international research unit on 'The Production and Reproduction of Social Inequalities' and the DFG research unit 5183 on 'Transborder Mobility and Institutional Dynamics'. Her academic journey includes prior positions at the University of Zurich, Kyoto University, and the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology. Education: PhD in Anthropology, Martin-Luther University Halle-Wittenberg MA in Anthropology, Philosophy, and Religious Studies, University of Bayreuth Research Interests: Michaela Pelican’s work centers on transnational migration within the Global South, with a focus on Africa-Gulf and Africa-China mobilities. She investigates ethnicity, indigeneity, conflict, and social inequality through innovative audio-visual and participatory methodologies. Her regional expertise spans Cameroon, Gabon, South Africa, the UAE, and southern China. She critically examines how global rights discourses intersect with local identities and how migration shapes citizenship, belonging, and economic practices. Publication Trends: Her recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus on decolonizing academia, social inequality, and transnational citizenship. She combines ethnographic depth with visual storytelling, often co-producing documentaries and multimedia outputs. Her work increasingly addresses the role of media, performance, and representation in shaping migrant identities and intercultural encounters. Scientific Recognition: Principal Investigator, DFG Research Unit 5183 Director, Conflict-Induced Displacement and Socio-Economic Resilience Project Speaker, Global South Studies Center Cologne Fellow, Morphomata International Center for Advanced Studies (2018/19) Advising and Grants: Michaela Pelican has supervised multiple doctoral theses on African migration to China, intercultural families, and student experiences. She has led major funded projects including 'Chinese Immigration Law and Policy' (2014–2019), 'Global African Entrepreneurs' (2007–2014), and VW-funded research on social inequalities. Her collaborative, interdisciplinary approach involves partners across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Labs and Teams: She leads the research cluster on conflict-induced displacement and socio-economic resilience, co-directs the GSSC, and has developed research-oriented teaching programs in methodology. Her team includes researchers, filmmakers, and students engaged in visual anthropology, migration studies, and participatory fieldwork.

Sebastian BaderView profile

Researcher

• Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence
• Human Activity Recognition
• Assistive Systems for Dementia
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Sebastian Bader is a research scientist at the Institute for Visual & Analytic Computing at the University of Rostock, where he contributes to the Chair of Mobile Multimedia Information Systems. His work bridges artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and healthcare applications, particularly in assistive technologies. Doctoral Degree: Dr. rer. nat. in Neural Symbolic Integration, TU Dresden, 2009 (summa cum laude) His research interests focus on neuro-symbolic AI, human activity recognition, and intelligent assistive systems for dementia care and neurorehabilitation. He investigates how AI can support clinical interventions, improve patient monitoring, and enhance explainability in medical contexts. His work emphasizes ethical considerations, real-world usability, and integration with sensor and robotic systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in applying AI to healthcare, particularly in modeling patient behavior, evaluating robotic assistance, and developing explainable and ethical AI systems. Topics span from underwater robotics to Alzheimer’s diagnostics, showcasing interdisciplinary expertise. He supervises Bachelor's and Master's theses on topics such as visualizing uncertainty in ML, semi-automatic test generation using LLMs, and building probabilistic digital shadows of the Port of Rostock. Sebastian Bader actively collaborates with medical researchers and industry partners, and his projects include "SAMi" (sensor-based activity management for dementia) and "E-BRAiN" (robot-assisted neurorehabilitation). He contributes to both technical AI development and real-world deployment in healthcare environments.

Florian LoffingView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Performance Psychology
• Sensorimotor Expertise
• Laterality
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Florian Loffing is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Performance Psychology at the Psychological Institute of the German Sport University Cologne. His academic career spans multiple institutions, including the University of Kassel, Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, and Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster. He specializes in sensorimotor expertise, laterality (particularly handedness), and perception-action dynamics in sports. Senior Lecturer, German Sport University Cologne (2023–present) Lecturer for Special Tasks, German Sport University Cologne (2021–2022) Research Associate, University of Oldenburg (2017–2021) Research Associate, University of Kassel (2009–2016) Research Associate, WWU Münster (2007–2009, 2010–2011) His research interests focus on cognitive and perceptual aspects of sports performance, particularly in anticipation, expertise, and laterality. He is deeply involved in quantitative research methods and teaches courses in sports psychology, motor learning, and statistical software such as SPSS, JASP, and PsychoPy. His work emphasizes scientific thinking and evidence-based practice in sport. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on cognitive skills in sport, particularly in goalkeeping and table tennis. Themes include anticipation, decision-making, gaze behavior, and expertise development. His methodological contributions highlight data visualization and robust statistical practices. Many studies employ experimental designs and scoping reviews to explore perceptual-cognitive mechanisms in elite and developing athletes. Florian Loffing has contributed to several scientific journals as a peer reviewer, including Laterality: Asymmetries of Body, Brain and Cognition , Psychophysiology , and PLOS ONE . While no formal awards are listed, his sustained scholarly activity and editorial engagement reflect recognition in the academic community. He advises on research methodology and statistical analysis, supporting students and colleagues in designing and evaluating empirical studies. His teaching integrates software-supported tools to enhance scientific rigor. Though no formal grants are listed, his participation in DFG-funded projects (e.g., 'Laterality in Sport') indicates prior research funding. Loffing is affiliated with the research group Sensorimotor Expertise and the Department of Performance Psychology , where he collaborates on projects related to elite athlete cognition, anxiety, and heart rate variability. His network includes researchers such as Babett Lobinger, Philip Furley, and Jens Kleinert, with whom he has co-authored multiple publications.

Mark LudwigView profile

Researcher

• Sports Communication
• Media and Sports
• Visual Communication
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Dr. Mark Ludwig is a researcher at the Institute for Communication and Media Research at the German Sport University Cologne. He is actively involved in research on sports communication, media in sports, visual communication, and sports scandals, with a strong publication and project portfolio. His work spans academic research, teaching, and public engagement. German Sport University Cologne – Institute for Communication and Media Research Mark Ludwig’s research focuses on the intersection of media and sports, particularly in digital environments. His work explores audience behavior, visual design in broadcasts, and the social impact of sports scandals. He investigates how media shapes public perception of sports and how platforms like Instagram are used by sports organizations and journalists. His research integrates communication theory, psychology, and media studies, contributing to both academic knowledge and practical applications in sports media. The recent publications of Mark Ludwig highlight a consistent focus on visual and digital aspects of sports media. Themes include Instagram use in sports journalism, visual parameters in live broadcasts, and media coverage of scandals. His work combines empirical research with theoretical analysis, often in collaboration with colleagues. The articles reflect interdisciplinary trends, bridging communication, psychology, and sports sociology. Mark Ludwig has received several academic honors: Best Paper Award of the Visual Communication Section of the German Society for Journalism and Communication Studies (DGPuK), 2012 Teaching Award of the German Sport University Cologne (1st place in Seminars category), 2017 Offermann-Hergarten-Preis for his dissertation, University of Cologne, 2011 Dr. Ludwig has supervised and collaborated on multiple research projects, often funded by third parties or self-financed. He has served on academic committees, including the Commission for Quality Improvement in Teaching and Studies. He regularly participates in national and international conferences such as ICA and DGPuK, and engages in peer review and guest lectures. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to both research excellence and educational quality. Mark Ludwig is involved in collaborative research networks, particularly with scholars like Inga Oelrichs and C. Bertling. He contributes to academic governance through committee membership and is active in professional associations related to communication and sports. His research projects often involve interdisciplinary teams and focus on contemporary issues in sports media.

Johannes MeyerView profile

Researcher

• Anticipation in Sports
• Gaze Behavior
• Decision-Making in Sports Games
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Johannes Meyer is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Training Science and Sports Informatics, Department of Cognition and Sports Game Research, at the German Sport University Cologne. He completed his doctorate in 2024 with a dissertation on anticipation in sports games and has been actively contributing to research in sports cognition, performance analysis, and decision-making. Education: Doctorate in Sports Science, German Sport University Cologne (2024) M.Sc. in Performance Analysis in Sport (with distinction), University of Salford, UK (2018) B.A. in Sports Science, German Sport University Cologne (2017) Research Interests: Dr. Meyer specializes in anticipation research, with a focus on gaze strategies during deceptive movements in sports such as football and basketball. His work also investigates the impact of additional substitutions on player workload, injuries, and tactical dynamics in professional football. He applies cognitive psychology and sports informatics to understand decision-making under pressure. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong emphasis on cognitive aspects of sports performance, including Bayesian models of anticipation, lab-based simulation methods, and practical applications in referee training and youth development. His work bridges theoretical research with real-world sports applications, particularly in football and basketball. Scientific Awards: Excellence in Research Award (2023) Young Investigator Award: Oral Presentation (2021) Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Dr. Meyer leads and co-leads externally funded research projects such as ActIv-KV (focusing on physical inactivity) and holistic training for basketball referees. He has been involved in both third-party funded and self-financed projects, demonstrating strong grant-writing and collaborative research skills. Labs and Teams: He is embedded in a collaborative research environment at the German Sport University Cologne, working closely with researchers like Stefanie Klatt, Karsten Schul, and Frowin Fasold. His work is part of interdisciplinary teams integrating sports science, psychology, and informatics.

Angelika LeviView profile

Professor

• Experimental Film
• Documentary Film
• Memory Studies
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Angelika Levi is a Professor of Film (50%) in the Department of Art at the Hochschule für Gestaltung (HfG) Offenbach , a university of art and design in Germany. She has been active since 1985, presenting her experimental and documentary films internationally at festivals, exhibitions, and on television. Her work is distributed by Arsenal – Institute for Film and Video Art. Her research and artistic practice focus on memory, identity, montage, and social resistance . Key themes include Jewish film heritage, autobiographical storytelling, and the intersection of personal and collective history. She has contributed to interdisciplinary projects such as the DFG-funded Jewish Film Heritage initiative, where she lectured on memory in montage. Her recent and notable films — including Ahorita Frames (2021), Children of Srikandi (2012), and My Life Part 2 (2003) — reflect a consistent engagement with marginalized narratives, political resistance, and cultural memory. These works span diverse geographical and cultural contexts, from Indonesia to Latin America and Germany. Levi has received multiple awards, including the Hamburg No-Budget Video Prize and accolades at the Berlin International Film Festival. Her films have premiered in prestigious sections such as Forum and Panorama. Hamburg No-Budget Video Prize (for FAUST AUFS AUGE , 1988) Multiple awards for MY LIFE PART 2 (2003) Multiple awards for CHILDREN OF SRIKANDI (2012) She actively mentors and engages in public discourse, with recent appearances on ZDF and lectures at institutions like the Potsdam Film Museum. She continues to contribute to both academic and artistic communities through screenings, lectures, and collaborative research. Her work is exhibited in contexts that bridge art, film, and social critique, including the Housing Question exhibition at HKW, Berlin. She is currently involved in ongoing research on Jewish film heritage and the politics of memory in cinema.

Paolo FusiView profile

Professor

• Urban Design
• Sustainable Architecture
• Architectural Theory
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Prof. Dott. Arch. Paolo Fusi is a Professor of Urban Design at HafenCity University Hamburg . His work focuses on urban morphology, architectural theory, and sustainable design, particularly in transforming existing urban structures and developing innovative campus scenarios. He teaches urban design theory , fundamentals of design , and methods of visual representation . Paolo Fusi leads the DFG graduate school Urban future-making: Professional agency across time and scale and collaborates internationally, notably with the Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago through the Urban Corridors initiative. His research explores the intersection of urban design, sustainability, and social inclusivity, addressing challenges like intelligent densification and adaptive reuse of buildings. Scientific Awards include the EDEKA Award 2023 for Renewal [De]Centrality 1st Place Concept Award for South House West, Bisingen (2025) Holcim Study Prize for Sustainability (multiple years) Polis Award 2024 nomination in 'Intelligent Densification' His recent publications address modular construction, urban campus typologies, and sustainable retail transformations. He also contributes to academic discourse through exhibitions like Frau Architekt: 100 Jahre Frauen im Beruf and events such as the International Bauforum .

Pascal BelouinView profile

Researcher

• Digital Humanities
• Knowledge Modeling
• Network Analysis
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Pascal Belouin serves as a Digital Humanities Scholar at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (MPIWG) in Berlin, part of the Max Planck Society. His role focuses on providing specialized technical support to historians implementing digital methodologies in their research. Belouin holds a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from the University of La Rochelle, a Master of Research in Human Computer Interaction from Lancaster University, and a Master of Arts in Social Sciences from the Open University (completed in 2010). His research interests span multiple domains within Digital Humanities, with particular expertise in knowledge modeling, distant reading techniques, network analysis, and data visualization. He is actively exploring innovative approaches to research data preservation through decentralized storage solutions, reflecting his background in software engineering and computer science. Belouin's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on research infrastructure development, particularly in the areas of data interoperability, semantic web technologies, and sustainable preservation of research data. His work shows a progression from API development for textual resources toward more comprehensive solutions for long-term data preservation using decentralized approaches. He is actively involved in multiple significant projects at the MPIWG including the Central Knowledge Graph (CKG), CORAL: Commoning Oral Histories of Knowledge, Heavens Map, VoH Image Database, Commoning Biomedicine, Measuring the Earth, and RISE and SHINE: Research Infrastructure for the Study of Eurasia. Before joining the MPIWG, Belouin had significant professional experience in the private sector and held a leadership role with the Medical Schools Council Assessment Alliance, where he spearheaded the design and implementation of the MSCAA Item Bank—a comprehensive web-based platform enhancing collaboration across the UK's medical assessment community.

Elena CanadelliView profile

Associate Professor

• History of Science
• Visual Studies
• Museum Studies
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Elena Canadelli is an Associate Professor of History of Science at the University of Padua, where she also serves as Scientific Director of the Botanical Museum. Her academic trajectory includes postdoctoral fellowships at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, the University of Milan-Bicocca, and the University of Padua. She earned her Philosophy degree from Milan University and completed her PhD in History of Science at the University of Pisa in 2009, focusing on nineteenth-century Italian evolutionist Tito Vignoli. Her educational background bridges philosophical inquiry with historical analysis of scientific practices. Canadelli's research centers on visual epistemology in science, examining how scientific knowledge is constructed through visual and material cultures. She investigates museum exhibition frameworks, historical collecting practices of natural history objects (1800s-1900s), and contemporary digitization challenges. Her work critically analyzes how digitization transforms access to and interpretation of natural history collections, particularly botanical archives. Her 2019 publication Behind the Exhibit exemplifies her focus on science communication through exhibitions, analyzing world's fairs as sites of technological display. Current projects extend this to digitization's impact on collection mobility, reflecting her sustained interest in how scientific knowledge becomes publicly accessible through material and digital infrastructures. As Scientific Director of Padua's Botanical Museum, she integrates historical collection management with modern digitization initiatives. Her leadership connects with the Department's "Mobility & Humanities" project and the Italian National Biodiversity Future Center, developing digital frameworks to enhance research utility and public engagement with natural history collections.

Walid AbdelgawadView profile

Researcher

• Islamic Studies
• Arabic Studies
• Oriental Philology
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Walid Abdelgawad is an affiliated academic at the Dubnow Institute , specializing in Islamic Studies, Arabic Philology, and Orientalist traditions. His work bridges Quranic interpretation, postcolonial theory, and cross-cultural translation studies. After completing his MA in 2006 with a thesis on Arabic translations of Hitler's Mein Kampf , he pursued doctoral research on Amin al-Khuli's Quranic hermeneutics (2012–2016), followed by a postdoc at the Jewish Museum Berlin (2016–2018). Education : MA in Islamic Studies (Al-Azhar University, Leipzig); ongoing PhD at Dubnow Institute Research Focus : Quranic modernism, German-Jewish orientalism, antisemitic discourse in Arabic translation, and interfaith educational models Publications : 10+ works spanning 2007–2021, including analyses of Ignaz Goldziher's influence, Quranic reform movements, and ethical frameworks in Christian-Muslim dialogue Translations : Collaborated on Quran audio editions, Arabic subtitles for documentaries, and medieval religious texts Expertise : Dual-language academic translation, critical orientalist analysis, religious pedagogy

• Formal Methods
• Graph Databases
• Property Graph Schema
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Ştefania-Gabriela Dumbravă is an Associate Professor at Institut Polytechnique de Paris (ENSIIE/Samovar Laboratory). Her research focuses on formal methods for graph database algorithms , including schema design, query processing, and verification. She contributes to international standards through co-chairing VLDB 2026 Demonstration Track and organizing workshops like VLDB Summer School 2025 . Dumbravă serves on editorial boards (e.g., ACM Transactions on Database Systems ) and program committees for top-tier conferences ( SIGMOD , ICDE ). Research Interests include formal verification of graph databases , property graph schema constraints , certified inference engines , and distributed graph systems . She integrates proof assistants (Coq, Isabelle) with practical database development, emphasizing reliability and mechanical correctness . Her work spans theoretical foundations (e.g., category theory , type theory ) and real-world applications (e.g., transit accessibility analysis , SDN controllers ). Selected Scientific Awards : EASST Best Software Science Paper Award (ICGT 2025) SIGMOD Best Paper Award (2023) VLDB Best Regular Paper Runner-Up (2022) D4Gen Hackathon 3rd Prize Teaching includes Graph Databases , Functional Programming , and Formal Languages at ENSIIE, with additional roles at Université Paris-Saclay, ENS Lyon, and Université Rennes 1. She supervises research internships and participates in gender parity initiatives (e.g., Paris-Saclay Women & Science Mentorship Program).

Sabine HackethalView profile

Researcher

• Natural History
• Biodiversity Research
• Historical Zoology
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Sabine Hackethal is a researcher at the Museum of Natural History, Leibniz Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity Research, where she leads the Historical Department. She manages the Wiki Collector Biographies project and focuses on historical natural history research, particularly through the transcription and analysis of Friedrich Sellow's travel diaries from his 1814–1831 Brazilian expeditions. Specializes in historical scientific exploration narratives Works with zoological models and taxidermy history Contributes to museum knowledge transfer and digital archiving Active in Neotropical biodiversity research through historical sources Her publications examine German-speaking researchers' contributions to Central and South American herpetology, scientific visualization techniques, and the preservation of 19th-century oceanic biodiversity representations. Notably, her work connects modern biodiversity studies with historical collection practices and colonial-era scientific documentation. She has contributed to exhibition design projects like "Cabinet of Curiosities of the Oceans" and participates in institutional knowledge transfer initiatives. Her research bridges museological practices with evolutionary studies through historical documentation analysis.

Gullal CheemaView profile

Researcher

• Multimodal Analysis
• News Analysis
• Fake News Detection
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Gullal Cheema is a Researcher at the Visual Analytics department of Technische Informationsbibliothek (TIB), the German National Library of Science and Technology. Based in Hannover, Germany, Cheema is actively engaged in cutting-edge research at the intersection of computer vision, natural language processing, and multimedia analysis with a particular focus on news media and social platforms. Research interests primarily center around multimodal analysis, with specialization in news video processing, fake news detection, claim verification, and image-text relation understanding. Cheema's work bridges the gap between technical AI approaches and real-world media analysis challenges, particularly in the context of misinformation detection and verification. The research spans multiple modalities including text, images, and video, with applications in social media analysis, news verification, and hate speech detection. Cheema's publication record shows a consistent trajectory of impactful research in multimodal AI, with a strong emphasis on practical applications for media verification. Recent work has focused on speaker role identification in news videos, multimodal claim detection, and the analysis of image-text relations in news contexts. The research demonstrates expertise in both theoretical approaches and practical system development for complex multimodal challenges. Best Paper Award at International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval (ICMR 2024) for work on speaker roles and situation types in news videos Multiple publications at premier venues including ACM conferences, IEEE workshops, and Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence Active participation in major evaluation labs like CLEF CheckThat! and MediaEval Cheema is an active member of the Visual Analytics research group at TIB, contributing to projects that address contemporary challenges in media analysis and verification. The work has significant implications for understanding and combating misinformation in digital media landscapes.

Mark BlaschitzView profile

Professor

• Residential Construction
• Architectural Design
• Urban Planning
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Mark Blaschitz is a Professor of Residential Construction, Fundamentals and Design in the Department of Architecture at the State Academy of Fine Arts Stuttgart. He has held this position since 2010, following an acting professorship in 2009. His academic career spans multiple institutions including TU Graz, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Graz, and the Free University of Sarajevo. Blaschitz's research interests focus on the integration of built and media spaces, sustainable architecture (particularly his pioneering work on algae bioreactor facades), and the re-evaluation of ornamental surfaces in architecture. His teaching philosophy emphasizes student autonomy while providing foundational knowledge, with a focus on transdisciplinary architectural education. His most notable project is the BIQ – Das Algenhaus (The Clever Treefrog), the world's first building with a bioreactor facade, developed in cooperation with SPLITTERWERK, Arup, and Bollinger und Grohmann for the International Building Exhibition in Hamburg. This project represents his interest in the interweaving of built and media spaces, where surfaces become the primary architectural element rather than carriers of space. Ehrenurkunde der Internationalen Bauausstellung (IBA) Hamburg (2013) AIT Office Architecture Award (2012) Eternit Architekturpreis (2011) contractworld.award (2009) creative: graz award (2008) World Building of the Year Shortlist, World Architecture Festival Barcelona As co-founder of SPLITTERWERK, Blaschitz has exhibited internationally at prestigious venues including the Venice Biennale, Sao Paulo Biennale, Documenta in Kassel, and the National Art Museum of China in Beijing. His work exemplifies the expanded definition of art, spanning architecture, installation, painting, urban planning, and new media. He has published extensively, with his most recent work focusing on Las Vegas architecture and innovative residential design approaches.