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Andreas ZendlerView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering for Cloud Computing
• Data Science / Data Mining
• Empirical Computer Science Didactics
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Andreas Zendler serves as Director of the Institute of Computer Science at Ludwigsburg University of Education (2023-25), where he has held various leadership positions since 2004, including Head of the Department of Computer Science (2018-2022) and Director of the Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science (2011-2016). As a Professor (C4) for Computer Science and its Didactics since 2004, he has shaped computer science education programs including the BA/MA degree program in Computer Science. Zendler earned dual doctorates - a Dr. rer. nat. in Practical Computer Science from the University of Potsdam (1997) and a Dr. phil. in Experimental Psychology from the University of Regensburg (1988), followed by his habilitation in Practical Computer Science at the University of Potsdam (2000). His academic journey spans computer science, psychology, and education, creating a unique interdisciplinary foundation for his research. His research focuses on empirical computer science didactics, software engineering for cloud computing, data science, and the digitalization of teaching through SaaS models. He investigates content and process concepts for computer science teaching, compares learning effectiveness of instructional methods, and develops research methodologies specifically for educational contexts with small sample sizes. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications across STEM disciplines. Zendler's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational software engineering research toward educational applications. His recent work (2018-2025) demonstrates increasing specialization in computer science education, particularly in competence measurement frameworks like cpm.4.CSE/IRT and their adaptations for small sample sizes. His upcoming publications indicate a strategic pivot toward AI applications, exploring how LLMs and GPTs can transform both data science practices and software engineering education. Throughout his career, Zendler has served as a dissertation reviewer for Practical Computer Science since 2001 and contributed to numerous research projects funded by organizations including the European Union, the Bavarian Research Foundation, and the German Aerospace Center (DLR). His project leadership spans bioinformatics, educational informatics, and software engineering domains. His methodological expertise includes experimental design for teaching research (particularly 3-factorial designs with repeated measurements), statistical evaluation approaches for small samples, and handling missing data in educational contexts. This technical proficiency supports his broader mission to establish rigorous empirical foundations for computer science education.

Harald KoschView profile

Professor

• Distributed Information Systems
• Big Data
• eHumanities
• +3 more

Professor Harald Kosch serves as Vice President for Academic Infrastructure and IT at the University of Passau. Since 2006, he holds the Chair of Distributed Information Systems within the Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics. He co-leads the tri-national IRIXYS research center (University of Passau, INSA Lyon, Università di Milano) and directs the German-French DFH/UFA Doctoral College. Current academic leadership roles Specialization in distributed systems and big data International research networks in digital innovation Recipient of French academic distinction His team develops tools for distributed information processing in multimedia and data-intensive applications, with applications in eHumanities and emergency logistics. Research emphasizes cross-border collaboration and technology transfer between academia and industry. Scientific distinctions include: Chevalier de l'Ordre des Palmes Académiques 2022 DFH Dissertation Prize (for Dr. Benjamin Planche) Active in EU digital strategy, Bavarian sustainability initiatives, and Franco-Bavarian AI competitions.

• Discourse Acquisition
• Development of Written Language Use
• Classroom Communication
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Prof. Dr. Sören Ohlhus is a Professor of Linguistics and Language Didactics at the University of Hildesheim , specifically within the Institute for German Language and Literature . His academic career spans institutions including TU Dortmund University, University of Hamburg, and Bielefeld University, reflecting a deep engagement with discourse studies and educational linguistics. Current position: Professor (since 2021) Prior roles: Junior Professor (2017–2021), Acting Professor (2014–2015), Temporary Academic Councillor (2012–2017) Ohlhus's research focuses on discourse acquisition , development of written language use , and multimodal communication in educational settings. His work examines how interactive learning processes shape narrative and argumentative competence, particularly in primary and secondary schools. He has led and contributed to interdisciplinary projects like 'Writing between Languages and Cultures' and 'The Role of Family Support in Discourse and Writing Skills', funded by the Volkswagen Foundation and Federal Ministry of Education and Research. His 15 most recent publications explore themes across oral and written narrative structures, classroom discourse, and semiotic resource integration. Notably, his 2019 work on perspectivity in learning processes and 2017 studies on multimodal resources in arithmetic education highlight his interdisciplinary approach. He has also co-edited special issues on classroom interaction and published monographs on topics like narrative as a process and knowledge generation in practice fields. Ohlhus has collaborated extensively, co-authoring with scholars such as Uta Quasthoff, Friederike Kern, and Miriam Morek. His projects often bridge theoretical linguistics with practical educational applications, emphasizing the role of interactive contexts in textual competence development.

Louis SchiekieraView profile

Researcher

• Clinical Psychology
• Meta-Research
• Publication Bias
• +7 more

Louis Schiekiera is a PhD candidate at the Division of Clinical Psychological Intervention, Department of Education and Psychology, Freie Universität Berlin. He conducts research in clinical psychology with a strong focus on meta-research, publication practices, and global equity in psychological science. His work is conducted under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Christine Knaevelsrud and in close collaboration with Dr. Helen Niemeyer. His research interests lie at the intersection of clinical psychology and scientific methodology. He investigates publication bias , scientific productivity , and equity in global research collaborations , particularly how research involving the Global South is conducted and represented. He also applies natural language processing to detect positive result bias in literature and explores methodological improvements in psychological science. Louis Schiekiera's recent publications reveal a consistent trend toward improving research transparency and fairness in clinical psychology. His work spans quantitative analysis of publication patterns, ethical considerations in international research, and innovative use of computational methods to assess scientific reporting. These contributions reflect a commitment to robust, inclusive, and methodologically sound psychological research. Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in the provided text. Louis Schiekiera actively contributes to research projects and publications but there is no indication of formal student advising or grant leadership in the provided information. He is part of a larger research team focused on transcultural clinical psychology, psychotraumatology, and online mental health interventions. The research is conducted within the team led by Prof. Dr. Christine Knaevelsrud, which focuses on evidence-based psychological interventions, particularly for traumatized populations, refugees, and underserved groups. The team also develops digital mental health tools and evaluates their effectiveness across cultures.

Maret NieländerView profile

Researcher

• Digital Humanities
• Historical Textbook Research
• Text Reuse Detection
• +3 more

Maret Nieländer works as a Researcher at the Georg-Eckert-Institut für internationale Schulbuchforschung (GEI) in Braunschweig, Germany. Her career focuses on applying digital methodologies to historical textbook analysis, with leadership roles in projects like GLOTREC: Global Textbook Resource Center and Die Evolution des Schulbuchs . She specializes in text reuse detection, metadata utilization, and NLP-driven analysis of educational media. 2024–2026: Lead Project "Die Evolution des Schulbuchs" 2020–present: Co-Investigator in externally funded project "GLOTREC" 2020–2023: Led institutional projects on textbook lexicography and data curation Research Focus : Nieländer’s work bridges Digital Humanities and Educational Media Studies , examining historical shifts in educational terminology (e.g., "Leistung") and developing open-access digital infrastructure for textbook research. Her methods integrate NLP, corpus linguistics, and metadata analysis to trace conceptual evolution in educational materials. Scientific Contributions : She has published extensively on digital tools for historical textbook analysis, including chapters in peer-reviewed volumes and open-access internet publications. Her 2023–2025 outputs highlight the intersection of computational methods, educational history, and data-driven lexicography. Collaborations : Active in interdisciplinary teams (e.g., CLARIN-D Facharbeitsgruppe "Geschichte"), she collaborates with institutions like the German Historical Institute (GHI) in Washington, DC, and contributes to datasets such as the "Historische deutschsprachige Schulbücher" corpus.

Cornelia HamannView profile

Professor

• Formal Syntax
• Semantics
• Pragmatics
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Prof. Dr. Cornelia Hamann is a full-time Professor at the University of Oldenburg, holding a position in the Institute for English and American Studies within the School of Linguistics and Cultural Studies. Her office is located in building A06, room 2-223a, with contact numbers +49 441 798-2342 and +49 441 798-3771. Her research integrates descriptive English grammar analysis into formal linguistic frameworks, with emphasis on: Syntax, Semantics, and Pragmatics (focusing on adjectives and tenses) Cross-linguistic acquisition studies using comparative syntax models Bilingual and second language acquisition processes Language impairment phenomena Her empirical work primarily examines English, German, French, and Danish linguistic structures. The webpage was last updated on June 20, 2024, confirming her active status despite outdated 2020 consultation dates.

Gregor SneltingView profile

Professor

• Programming Languages
• Compiler Construction
• Program Analysis
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Gregor Snelting is a Professor and head of the Chair of Programming Paradigms at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Faculty of Computer Science, Institute for Programming Languages and Compiler Construction. His research focuses on compiler construction, program analysis, software security, and verification. His primary research interests include programming languages, compiler design, program analysis, software security, information flow control, formal verification, object-oriented and concurrent programming, and software reengineering using concept analysis. His work aims to provide solid theoretical foundations and empirical validation. The research output, particularly the 15 most recent articles, shows a strong emphasis on software security and program analysis, with a focus on information flow control in Java using the JOANA tool. There is also a significant thread on invasive computing and resource-aware parallel programming. The work combines deep theoretical contributions, such as formal semantics and correctness proofs, with practical tool development and empirical validation. Faculty Teaching Award for the course 'Practice in Software Development' Snelting leads a research group that has developed several significant tools, including JOANA for security analysis, the Praktomat system for automated grading of programming assignments, and contributions to the libFirm compiler framework. His group is a key participant in major research initiatives like the DFG Collaborative Research Center InvasIC and the DFG Priority Program RS3. He advises students and supervises theses, fostering research in programming paradigms and software security. The group is involved in several key research projects: JOANA for information flow control in Java, InvasIC for invasive computing and dynamic parallelism, Quis-Custodiet for machine-checked correctness proofs of security analyses, and the development of the libFirm compiler framework.

Katja MellmannView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Anthropology of Literature
• Reception Psychology
• Narrative Theory
• +5 more

PD Dr. Katja Mellmann is a Scientific Associate at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics in Frankfurt am Main, where she holds a Heisenberg Position since 2020. She maintains an adjunct professor status (Privatdozentin) at LMU Munich's Institute for German Philology. Her academic trajectory includes interim professorships at TU Darmstadt (2022-2023), Ruhr University Bochum (2021-2022), and Bielefeld University (2019-2020). Previously, she was a Dilthey Fellow at the University of Göttingen (2010-2018) and visiting scholar at Ohio State University's Project Narrative (2009-2010). Mellmann earned her Habilitation (2014) and PhD (2005) from LMU Munich, following an MA in German and French Languages and Literatures (2000). She serves as co-editor of the book series Poetogenesis: Studies and Texts on the Empirical Anthropology of Literature and was on the editorial board of Frontiers in Psychology (Evolutionary Psychology section, 2010-2023). Her research integrates literary theory with evolutionary psychology, examining the biological foundations of narrative, emotional responses to literature, and historical reception. Key areas include the anthropology of literary behavior, cognitive narratology, German literature of the 18th-19th centuries, and media history. She pioneers interdisciplinary approaches connecting philology with human sciences to understand literature's phylogenetic origins and cognitive mechanisms. Mellmann's publications demonstrate sustained focus on evolutionary literary theory, narrative psychology, and German literary history. Recent works explore biological functions of poetic behavior, cognitive principles of storytelling, and quantitative reception studies. Her research consistently bridges historical analysis with contemporary cognitive science frameworks. Heisenberg-Programm der DFG (2020) Senior Fellowship, Marbach Weimar Wolfenbüttel Research Association (2017) DFG Research Grant (2008) Dilthey-Fellowship, Volkswagen Foundation (2008) Weimar Scholarship, Stiftung Weimarer Klassik (2005) She directs the project Biological Anthropology of Literature: Phylogenetic Preconditions of Poetic Behavior , investigating language origins and narrative genres through evolutionary frameworks. Collaborating with Michelle Scalise Sugiyama (University of Oregon), she co-develops the Forager Folklore Database for cross-cultural narrative analysis. Her team includes doctoral researcher Jan Jokisch and student assistants.

Nihad El-KayedView profile

Researcher

• Social and Political Inequality
• Citizenship and Migration
• Urban Sociology
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Dr. Nihad El-Kayed is a Research Associate at the Berlin Institute for Empirical Integration and Migration Research (BIM) at Humboldt University of Berlin. She serves as Head of the DeZIM cooperation project "Political (In)Equality in Post-Migrant Democracy" (PoMigDem), funded by the BMFSFJ, and holds editorial roles at BIM publication series and sub\urban: Journal for Critical Urban Studies. As Internationalization Officer and spokesperson for BIM's SpaceMig cluster, she bridges academic research with policy and public engagement. Ph.D. in Sociology (summa cum laude), Humboldt University of Berlin (2018) M.A. in Sociology, University of Bielefeld (2011) B.A. in Social Sciences, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf (2008) Her research focuses on social and political inequality , citizenship , urban migration dynamics , and social boundary processes . Articles show expertise in migrant political participation , arrival neighborhoods , and urban integration infrastructure , with mixed-method approaches applied across Germany. Recent publications explore refugee housing in peripheral estates, urban citizenship frameworks, and decentralized urban frequencies . Her work spans peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes in multiple languages, emphasizing super-diverse communities and local governance . Hartmut-Häußermann-Preis Soziale Stadt (2021) Dissertation Prize of German Sociological Association (2019) ProFiL Fellowship for Women in Research (2021/22) Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Scholar (2012-2015) She leads projects like StadtumMig II (BMBF-funded) and Dezentrale Frequenzen (bpb-funded), while contributing to DGS sociology section leadership. Current work examines political participation in immigrant neighborhoods and urban infrastructure for newcomers.

• Arabic Natural Language Processing
• Machine Translation
• Dialect Identification
• +7 more

Ahmed Abdelali is a prominent researcher at Hamad Bin Khalifa University's Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI), where he works in the Arabic Language Technologies department. With 97 publications spanning from 2004 to 2024, he has established himself as a leading figure in Arabic natural language processing research. His work has been presented at major conferences including ACL, EMNLP, EACL, and specialized Arabic NLP venues. Dr. Abdelali's research focuses on several key areas within Arabic computational linguistics, with particular emphasis on Arabic language technologies. His work spans Arabic dialect identification, diacritization, machine translation, offensive language detection, and part-of-speech tagging. In recent years, he has been at the forefront of adapting large language models for Arabic language processing, contributing significantly to benchmarking frameworks like LAraBench and LLMeBench that evaluate Arabic language models' performance. His publication record shows consistent high-impact contributions, with notable collaborations with researchers including Hamdy Mubarak (45 co-authored papers), Kareem Darwish (38 co-authored papers), and Nadir Durrani (26 co-authored papers). Recent work has focused on large language models for Arabic, cross-lingual spaces, and benchmarking frameworks to advance Arabic AI capabilities. His research bridges theoretical advances with practical applications, particularly in processing the linguistic complexities of Arabic and its dialects. Through his leadership in developing resources like the Farasa segmenter and contributions to major Arabic NLP conferences, Dr. Abdelali has played a pivotal role in establishing the infrastructure and community for Arabic language technology research.

• Social Network Analysis
• Misinformation Detection
• Human Mobility Modeling
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Jussara M. Almeida is an established computer science researcher specializing in social network analysis, misinformation detection, and human mobility modeling. Her extensive publication record (1996–2025) demonstrates active research in web science, political communication on messaging platforms (WhatsApp/Telegram), and cloud systems. She frequently collaborates with Brazilian institutions and international partners on large-scale data projects. Research Focus: Her core interests include: Modeling information diffusion in encrypted messaging apps (WhatsApp/Telegram) Predicting human mobility patterns and privacy implications Analyzing political discourse and election-related coordination online Developing computational methods for misinformation detection Optimizing cloud/edge computing performance Publication Trends: Recent work (2021-2025) shows intensified focus on: Telegram's role in political mobilization and information dissemination Advanced techniques for identifying fake news websites and image-based misinformation Privacy-preserving mobility analysis and edge computing Child safety in live-streaming platforms Collaborations & Impact: Key collaborators include Marcos André Gonçalves, Fabrício Benevenuto, and Marco Mellia. Her research provides critical insights into real-world problems like election integrity, platform governance, and user privacy.

Gero HolthoffView profile

Professor

• Controlling
• Management Accounting
• Corporate Management
• +3 more

Prof. Dr. Gero Holthoff serves as Professor for Controlling at the THM Business School (Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen) in Giessen, Germany, a position he has held since 2018. Additionally, since 2023, he leads the Master's program in Corporate Management. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Holthoff worked in Strategic Group Controlling at Bayer AG (2013-2018) and completed his doctoral studies in Controlling at the Justus Liebig University, Giessen, where he also earned his business administration degree (2003-2009). Dr. Holthoff's research program explores the intersection of accounting systems, language, and business analytics. His scholarly work investigates how cognitive styles and linguistic elements impact management accounting communication, the practical implementation of predictive analytics in corporate forecasting, and the challenges organizations face with translated financial reporting standards. His research demonstrates particular expertise in corporate performance management systems and the integration of technical language in business contexts, often drawing from his industry experience at Bayer AG. His publication record reveals an evolving research trajectory from foundational work on accounting language and cognitive aspects of management accounting toward more recent applications of business analytics and predictive modeling in corporate settings. This progression reflects the growing importance of data-driven approaches in controlling functions while maintaining his focus on practical implementation challenges in real-world business environments. Dr. Holthoff actively contributes to business education innovation, with recent work focusing on teaching code-free business analytics using platforms like KNIME. His industry background informs his practical approach to both academic research and teaching in controlling and corporate management, bridging theoretical concepts with real-world business applications.

Doris TophinkeView profile

Professor

• Literacy and Writing Practices
• Graffiti Studies
• (Social-)Cognitive Grammar
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Professor Doris Tophinke is affiliated with the University of Paderborn, where she serves in the Faculty of Cultural Studies within the Institute of German Studies and Comparative Literature, specifically in the Department of German and General Linguistics. She maintains her office in room H3.134 at Warburger Str. 100, 33098 Paderborn and serves as the project leader for the Paderborn location of the Dialect Atlas of Central West Germany (DMW). Professor Tophinke's research spans multiple interconnected areas within linguistics, with a primary focus on literacy and writing practices across historical and contemporary contexts. Her work uniquely bridges contemporary graffiti studies with medieval linguistic research, examining how written forms carry grammatical significance. She investigates 'small forms' of writing like graffiti through the lens of multimodal grammar and cognitive linguistics, while simultaneously documenting language change through her extensive work on Low German dialects and the Dialect Atlas of Central West Germany. Her research demonstrates how seemingly marginal linguistic phenomena provide profound insights into grammatical structures and language evolution. The patterns in her recent publications reveal consistent engagement with informal language in everyday contexts - from street graffiti to digital communication. Her scholarly output shows increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with computational linguists on projects analyzing grammatical change. Her work on political graffiti and linguistic expressions demonstrates how language functions as political commentary and social identity marker in public spaces. Since 2008: Member of the editorial board of Praxis Deutsch (Friedrich Verlag) Since 2008: Member of the editorial board of Zeitschrift für Germanistische Linguistik (de Gruyter) December 2011-February 2016: Member of the DFG Subject Committee 'Sprachwissenschaften' October 2011-September 2015: Service in DAAD selection committees Since March 2019: Member of the review board of 'Niederdeutsches Wort' journal Since June 2019: Member of the advisory board for Low German language at the Ministry of Home Affairs of North Rhine-Westphalia September 2011-May 2019: Deputy Ombudsperson for Good Scientific Practice at University of Paderborn June 2019-March 2022: Ombudsperson for Good Scientific Practice at University of Paderborn Professor Tophinke actively supervises doctoral students through the DMW project and related research initiatives, providing opportunities for students to work with research data in their theses. She teaches courses including 'Zeichensetzung und (komplexe) Sätze' (Punctuation and Complex Sentences), 'Wörter: Semantik und Funktionen im Wandel' (Words: Semantics and Functional Change), and 'Der Wortschatz der Mode' (Vocabulary of Fashion), integrating her research interests across German teacher training programs and Linguistics degree programs. She leads the Paderborn team for the Dialect Atlas of Central West Germany (DMW), which involves systematic fieldwork collecting dialect data throughout North Rhine-Westphalia and neighboring states. The project team includes scientific associates, research assistants, and student collaborators who conduct interviews in participants' homes across the survey region, documenting linguistic variations with particular attention to Low German where it is still spoken. The team also works on the Informationssystem Graffiti in Deutschland (INGRID) project, which catalogs and analyzes graffiti as a linguistic phenomenon.

Jochen BaierView profile

Professor

• Language Didactics
• Literature Didactics
• Cultural Studies
• +7 more

Jochen Baier is a Professor at the Pedagogical University of Schwäbisch Gmünd , serving as deputy head of the Institute for Language & Literature and head of the English Department . His academic work focuses on language and literature didactics , media education , interactive drama , and body language in virtual language learning . He has led research projects on dramatic methods in digital contexts, new media integration, and cross-cultural coaching, emphasizing bilingual teaching and intercultural communication. Current research includes Body Language in Virtual Language Learning Scenarios and practical implementation of EBU Unteaching Prejudices through student projects. He explores subfields like Neural Language Processing , Interactive Learning , and Cultural Awareness in digital environments. Baier’s publications span books on nonverbal communication, teaching literature with digital tools, and bilingual curricula (e.g., Abitur NRW preparation materials). His work also addresses Shakespeare pedagogy , digital edutainment , and intercultural studies .

Stefan FaasView profile

Professor

• Early Childhood Education
• Social Pedagogy
• Family and Parent Education
• +4 more

Prof. Stefan Faas is a Professor of Social Pedagogy and its Didactics at PH Schwäbisch Gmünd, leading research on early childhood education quality, professionalization, and diversity. He directs the Centre for Quality Research and Monitoring in Child and Youth Welfare (ZQM) and serves as Academic Director of the pädquis Stiftung Berlin. Research Interests: Early childhood education, family pedagogy, quality assessment, professionalization in social work, cultural education, migration integration in childcare. Projects: Leads quality monitoring initiatives in daycare centers across Mössingen (2023–2026), Schwäbisch Gmünd (2024–2026), Offenburg (2022–2027), and other German regions. Evaluates policies like the KIQUTG law and internationalization frameworks. Publications: Authored/edited 10+ books on media education, parental involvement, and competency models. Published in journals like Global Education Review and Frühe Bildung . Collaborations: Partners with Springer VS, Palgrave Macmillan, and researchers like Sabine Kluczniok and Simone Geiger.