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Jason OakleyView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Health Informatics
• Medical Imaging
• Radiography Education
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Dr. Jason Oakley is currently the Head of the School of Dental, Health and Care Professions at the University of Portsmouth , serving in the Faculty of Science and Health . He has a long-standing academic career, transitioning from clinical radiography to educational leadership after completing his PhD in 2010 on factors affecting medical image interpretation in higher education. PhD in Medical Imaging Perception (University of Portsmouth, 2010) MSc in Medical Imaging (University of Portsmouth) Introductory Certificate to Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (City University, London) His research spans Health Informatics , Medical Imaging , and Radiography Education , with a focus on Leadership in Higher Education , Effective Learning Support , and Student Outcome Measures . His publications highlight trends in Digital Imaging , Diagnostic Technology , and Clinical Education Models . Dr. Oakley has contributed to professional development through projects like the Centre for Healthcare Modelling and Informatics and roles such as External Promotion and Liaison Lead (2012) and Associate Dean (Students) (2015). He actively supervises PhD students and engages in interdisciplinary collaborations.

Alexander McClellandView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical social science
• Violence
• Surveillance
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Dr. Alexander McClelland is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice , Carleton University. His research bridges critical criminology , public health law , and LGBTQ+ rights , with particular focus on the criminalization of HIV non-disclosure and police-involved deaths in Canada. Key Grants : CIHR Community-Based HIV Team Grant (2024-2025), SSHRC Insight Grant (2024-2028), SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2022-2024) Notable Publications : Criminalized Lives: HIV and Legal Violence (Rutgers University Press, 2024), recipient of POZ Magazine's Best in Literature Award (2024) His work critically examines how surveillance systems and criminal law intersect with health disparities , particularly for Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ communities . Through projects like the Tracking (In)Justice database and Policing the Pandemic Mapping Project , he documents systemic violence while advocating for legal reforms. Recent research focuses on data ethics in HIV surveillance , epistemological exclusion in community-based research, and medico-legal borderlands . His articles frequently address consent, stigma, and policy reform , with methodological emphasis on qualitative narratives and community partnerships .

• Business Processes
• Blockchain Technology
• Semantic Technologies
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Assoc. Prof. Julius Köpke is an Associate Professor at the University of Klagenfurt's Department of Informatics Systems. His research focuses on business processes, blockchain technology, and semantic interoperability, with particular emphasis on smart contracts, artifact-centric processes, and interorganizational systems. He is affiliated with the Information and Communication Systems research group and contributes to the Institute for Computer Science Systems. Research Interests: - Interorganizational business processes with a focus on blockchain and smart contracts - Application of semantic technologies for data interoperability - Artifact-centric process modeling and data provenance Key Contributions: - Developed SecBPMN2BC framework for secure blockchain-based process modeling - Authored methods for aligning global and local processes, optimizing data-flow implementations - Pioneered lightweight XML-Schema annotation techniques for data translation Recent Work: - Explored LLM-based conversational process modeling tools - Investigated blockchain channel storage for business process data - Published extensively on time-aware processes and temporal constraints Labs/Teams: - Member of the Information and Communication Systems team - Active contributor to the Department of Informatics Systems' research initiatives

• Information Systems
• Computer Science
• Process Modeling
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Josef Lubas is a PhD candidate in the Research Group Information and Communication Systems at the University of Klagenfurt , Austria. He holds a BSc and MSc and is supervised by Prof. Johann Eder. His work focuses on process modeling, temporal constraints, and legal technology applications in smart contracts. Education: BSc, MSc (details unspecified); current PhD candidate in Informatics Systems. Research Interests: Josef specializes in temporal aspects of process models , conflict resolution in workflow systems , and legal smart contracts . His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in business process management and regulatory compliance. Publications (2020–2023): Focus on temporal logic applications in process scheduling, dynamic controllability, and integrating time-aware models into legal frameworks. Recent work emphasizes smart contract systems with legal enforceability. Labs/Teams: Member of Team ICS within the Information and Communication Systems group. Collaborates with Prof. Eder’s research team on temporal data modeling and process engineering.

Julia CostichView profile

Professor

• Public Health Policy
• Health Law
• Injury Prevention
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Julia Costich, J.D., Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Health Services Management at the University of Kentucky. She also serves as Associate Director of the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center, directing the Graduate Certificate in Improving Healthcare Value. Her research focuses on legal and policy issues in public health and healthcare, with a strong emphasis on injury surveillance, healthcare cost navigation, and medical legal partnerships. Dr. Costich holds a J.D. and Ph.D. from the UK College of Law and has over 25 years of experience in public and private sector legal practice before joining the UK faculty in 1998. Education: Ph.D. in Health Services Management, University of Kentucky J.D. from the University of Kentucky College of Law (Coif graduate) Research Interests: Legal frameworks for public health policy Injury prevention and surveillance methodologies Healthcare cost mitigation strategies Medical legal partnerships in clinical settings Health equity and disability inclusion Her recent work highlights innovative approaches to addressing opioid-related overdose trends, pandemic ethics in healthcare systems, and improving healthcare access through interdisciplinary collaboration. She has contributed to policy analyses on Medicaid expansion impacts and public charge implementation effects on healthcare utilization. Grants & Advising: While no formal advisees are listed, Dr. Costich oversees research teams and collaborates with multidisciplinary groups on projects funded by public health agencies. Her work integrates legal, clinical, and policy domains to address systemic challenges in healthcare delivery and public health infrastructure. Labs/Teams: Active in the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center (KIPRC), focusing on injury data analysis and policy interventions.

Chris DelcherView profile

Associate Professor

• Epidemiology
• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Substance Use Disorders
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Dr. Chris Delcher, an Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky, is a leading epidemiologist in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science and serves as Director of the Institute for Pharmaceutical Outcomes & Policy. His research bridges pharmacoepidemiology, substance use disorders, and public health surveillance systems. University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health (MS) University of Florida (PhD) His work focuses on analyzing prescription drug utilization patterns, evaluating drug policies, and enhancing surveillance methodologies in both high- and low-resource settings. Recent projects involve wastewater-based drug monitoring, overdose prediction models, and studying opioid-benzodiazepine co-use risks. Publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on substance use epidemiology , policy evaluation , and data science applications in public health. Key themes include the opioid crisis, healthcare disparities, and innovative surveillance frameworks. Dr. Delcher's team employs advanced geospatial analysis, machine learning, and multi-trajectory modeling to address critical questions in drug safety and population health outcomes. He actively collaborates on statewide harm reduction initiatives and national policy assessments.

Cynthia MatuszekView profile

Assistant Professor

• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Cynthia Matuszek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). She directs UMBC’s Interactive Robotics and Language lab, focusing on enabling robots to learn from human interaction using natural language. Her research spans robotics, machine learning, human-robot interaction (HRI), and natural language processing (NLP). Notably, she was recognized in IEEE's 2018 '10 to Watch in AI' list. Dr. Matuszek holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Washington (2014, 2010) and a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin (2000). Her work bridges theoretical and applied domains, addressing challenges in grounded language learning, multimodal data fusion, and ethical AI deployment. Her recent publications emphasize cybersecurity (e.g., malware detection using compact features), neurosymbolic reasoning, and the integration of large language models into robotics. The lab’s work often explores VR-based human-robot collaboration scenarios, leveraging photogrammetry and simulation for reproducible studies. Key thematic trends in her articles include: Advancing grounded language learning through cross-modal alignment and interactive labeling Developing ethical AI systems capable of moral reasoning and command rejection Pioneering domain-specific cybersecurity solutions using tensor factorization and vector stores Expanding multilingual and multimodal capabilities for robots in unstructured environments Her research also addresses societal impacts, including studies on gender stereotypes in AI datasets and privacy implications of pervasive robotics. The lab’s work often intersects with NSF-funded initiatives, such as the CAREER award for inclusive robotic learning environments.

• Universal Design of ICT
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Welfare Technology
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Professor Weiqin Chen is a faculty member at the Department of Computer Science, Oslo Metropolitan University, affiliated with the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. Their research focuses on Universal Design of ICT, Human-Computer Interaction, and Welfare Technology with emphasis on accessibility, emergency management systems, and inclusive education technologies. Key projects include the CHIP homeTec initiative exploring health technologies in pediatric palliative care and the SCALED project developing adaptive online learning platforms. Research interests span AI trustworthiness, elderly-centered AR design, situational disability awareness in emergencies, and digital accessibility in museums/education. They lead the Universal Design of ICT (UD-ICT) research group and have published over 172 scientific works including a textbook on ICT history. Notable contributions include heuristic evaluations of mobile apps for mental health, policy frameworks for inclusive education, and privacy engineering for learning analytics systems. Prof. Chen actively engages in dissemination through international conferences like ICCE and ICCHP, advocating for policy changes and teacher training in accessibility. Their work bridges technical innovation with societal needs, emphasizing participatory design approaches involving users with disabilities and marginalized groups.

Anna-Sophie NovakView profile

Researcher

• Legal Informatics
• E-Government
• Digital Administration
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Anna-Sophie Novak serves as a Research Associate at the Center for E-Governance, University for Continuing Education Krems, where she focuses on the intersection of law, technology, and public administration. Her research spans digital governance frameworks, legal informatics, and disinformation regulation, with significant contributions to EU and nationally funded projects including 'Young Citizen Scientists against Disinformation' and 'Intelligent and sovereign use of data using the example of the timber industry'. Novak's research interests center on transforming legal and administrative processes through digital innovation. Her work examines how AI and automation can reshape administrative procedures while maintaining legal integrity, with particular focus on data governance frameworks and citizen participation in digital government. She investigates the tension between fundamental rights principles like purpose limitation and efficiency-driven concepts like the Once-Only Principle in digital service delivery. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent thematic development from foundational legal informatics research toward increasingly sophisticated examinations of AI governance in public administration. Her recent work shows growing emphasis on disinformation regulation and citizen-centric digital participation models, reflecting broader societal concerns about digital trust and democratic engagement. The interdisciplinary nature of her publications demonstrates strong collaboration between legal scholars, computer scientists, and public administration experts. Novak actively contributes to practical implementations of digital governance through multiple funded projects with diverse stakeholders including Austrian federal ministries, FFG, and EU institutions. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in areas such as digital legislation, automated administrative procedures, and legal information systems design.

Verena SchmidView profile

Researcher

• Digital Governance
• Artificial Intelligence in Public Administration
• Blockchain Technology
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Verena Schmid is a Researcher at the University for Continuing Education Krems, affiliated with the Center for E-Governance. Her work focuses on digital governance innovations, legal frameworks for automation, and interdisciplinary solutions for public sector challenges. She contributes to projects like DPP4Electronics (2024-2026) and 'Early disinformation recognition of dangerous online news trends' (2024-2025), funded by institutions like FFG and the Austrian Ministry. Her research explores AI integration in administrative processes, blockchain applications, and data-driven policy-making. She co-authored works on smart contracts, digital legislation, and automated decision-making systems. Schmid collaborates with experts across law, computer science, and public administration to address challenges in digital transformation. Key projects include 'Digitales Amt' (2019-2021) and 'Digitalisierungsfreundliche Gesetze' (2023), emphasizing legal infrastructure for emerging technologies. Her recent publications analyze AI ethics in public administration and blockchain governance solutions.

• Digital Transformation
• Disruptive Technologies
• Social & Digital Society
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Ephias Ruhode is a Lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland's School of Business and Creative Industries, with over 27 years of professional experience in Information Technology and Business Model Innovation. He holds adjunct roles as an Adjunct Professor at Cape Peninsula University of Technology and previously served as Associate Professor of Digital Business at the Wits Business School (University of the Witwatersrand) and Associate Professor of Transdisciplinary Studies in the Informatics and Design Faculty at Cape Peninsula University of Technology. His research focuses on Digital Transformation, Disruptive Technologies, Social & Digital Society, and Technology for Sustainable Development. Notable contributions include studies on e-government, healthcare information systems, and innovation in SMEs. He has published extensively, with works addressing disaster response collaboration, data governance in healthcare, and digital transformation for sustainable development. Ruhode received the 2021 Research Excellence Award for Postgraduate Supervision from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. He actively mentors PhD students, particularly in enhancing health and social care services through management information systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges technology, policy, and societal impact, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Recent research trends highlight collaborations on global digital transformation challenges, e-government service gaps, and healthcare system interoperability. His edited book Business Models and Innovative Technologies for SMEs (2023) underscores his focus on small enterprise innovation. He collaborates widely, addressing issues in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and beyond.

Sam VerbovenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Causal Machine Learning
• Multi-task Learning
• Data Science
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Sam Verboven serves as Assistant Professor within the Department of Business Technology and Operations (BUTO) at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), based at the Brussels Humanities, Sciences & Engineering Campus (PL5.4.30, Pleinlaan 2). His teaching portfolio includes core courses such as Fundamentals of Data Science, Information Systems Strategy and Management, IT Modeling, and Introduction to Informatics and SCM, reflecting his integration of technical and business perspectives. Verboven's research program centers on context-aware analytical methodologies that harmonize machine learning innovations with operational realities across finance, healthcare, HR, and marketing domains. His primary expertise lies in causal machine learning and multi-task learning frameworks, specifically designed to incorporate domain expertise and business requirements into algorithmic development. This approach enables the creation of decision-support systems that maintain technical rigor while addressing organizational constraints. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals consistent emphasis on causal inference methodologies, fairness-aware decision optimization, and legally aligned machine learning architectures. His work spans high-impact applications including mortgage loan pricing, organ transplantation logistics, financial compliance systems, and sustainable energy forecasting, demonstrating how machine learning can be adapted to meet regulatory and operational demands across diverse sectors. Scientific awards: No awards or fellowships documented in available materials. Advising and grants: Source information does not specify doctoral students, master's advisees, or externally funded research projects. Laboratory affiliations: No dedicated research labs or specialized teams mentioned in provided content.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Logic
• Neural-Symbolic Integration
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Krysia Broda is an Honorary Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computing at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. She holds roles as HiPEDS CDT Programme Director and PhD Teaching Scholar Programme Coordinator. Her research focuses on computational logic, artificial intelligence, neural-symbolic integration, inductive logic programming, and multi-agent systems. She is affiliated with the Artificial Intelligence Network, Human-Like Computing group, and the SPIKE (Structured and Probabilistic Intelligent Knowledge Engineering) team. Her academic contributions span theorem proving systems (e.g., DARE for distributed abductive reasoning), logic-based machine learning, and neural-symbolic systems. She has advised over 15 PhD students and collaborates internationally, including with the National Institute of Informatics (NII) in Tokyo. Broda has developed teaching tools like Pandora and Raptor for logic education and contributed to EPSRC-funded initiatives. Her work bridges theoretical foundations (e.g., Labelled Deductive Systems) with applied domains like bioinformatics and policy design for reactive agents. She actively participates in conference PCs (e.g., SGAI, ICMLA) and chairs Imperial's PhD Teaching Scholarship Programme.

Daniel W. Linna Jr.View profile

Senior Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence for Legal Services
• Law, Regulation, and Governance of Artificial Intelligence
• Law & Technology
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Daniel W. Linna Jr. holds a joint appointment as Senior Lecturer and Director of Law and Technology Initiatives at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and McCormick School of Engineering. He is also an affiliated faculty member at CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, computational law, legal innovation, and technology-driven legal frameworks. Dr. Linna earned a BA from the University of Michigan, an MA in public policy from Michigan State University, and a JD magna cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School. His career includes roles as an equity partner at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, founder of LegalRnD at Michigan State University, and visiting professorships at Bucerius Law School and IE Law School. He co-founded the Institute for the Future of Law Practice and the Chicago Legal Innovation & Technology meetup group. His research focuses on AI in legal services, regulatory governance, and data-driven legal practices. Recent articles address algorithmic foundations in law, ethical AI tool development, and quality metrics for legal services. Awards include the 2015 Fastcase 50 and 2018 ABA Legal Rebel recognition. Linna chairs the ABA Business Law Section’s Legal Analytics Committee and hosts the Law Technology Now podcast, discussing innovations in legal technology and practice. His work bridges law, engineering, and data science to modernize legal service delivery.

Irini StamatoudiView profile

Professor

• Copyright Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Cultural Heritage Law
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Irini Stamatoudi is a Professor at the Department of Law, University of Athens. She specializes in Copyright Law, Intellectual Property, and Cultural Heritage Law. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering innovation and protecting cultural assets. She has held leadership roles including President of the EU Council's Working Party on Copyright (2014), Director of the Hellenic Copyright Organization (2007–2018), and academic roles at the WIPO Academy. Education: EU TMR Marie-Curie Research Fellow at the University of Leicester (1997–1999). Research focuses on digital cultural heritage, information technology law, and cross-border intellectual property disputes. Recent projects include 'Blue Shield Greece' (cultural heritage protection) and a sustainability model for heritage preservation. Her publications in 2024 address informatics in heritage management, dubbing rights, and repatriation of cultural artifacts. She advises on EU programs for law students and leads initiatives to integrate technology with legal frameworks.