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• Reinforcement Learning
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Cognitive Robotics
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Iñaki Vazquez Gomez is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Deusto , affiliated with the College of Engineering and Department of Computing, Electronics and Communication Technologies . He holds a PhD in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (University of Deusto and Lancaster University) and served as Director of Deusto Institute of Technology (2020-2023). His research focuses on Reinforcement Learning , Internet of Things , and Cognitive Robotics , with applications in human-robot interaction and ambient intelligence. Member of European Internet of Things Council Founder of technology startups Editorial board member of International Journal of Ambient Computing and Intelligence His 15 most recent publications (2005-2024) span themes of Autonomous Systems , Context-Aware Computing , and Smart Environments , with subtopics including semantic device communication, adaptive positioning algorithms, and collaborative robotics architectures. 2024: Adaptive Robot Behavior via Reinforcement Learning 2021: Gesture Recognition for Resource-Constrained Devices 2015: Context-Aware Service Matching in AAL Scientific honors include: X Premio UD-Banco Santander de Investigación (2015) Sexenio de Investigación (2018-2025) Profesor Doctor de Universidad Privada (2009-2025) He supervised PhD students like Asier Gonzalez Santocildes and Ignacio Fidalgo Astorquia, while leading grants such as AI-Driven Cognitive Robotics (2021-2024) and Quantum Technologies (2021-2022). His work includes developing middleware for smart spaces and founding the Sentient Things project for self-adapting environmental systems.

• Wireless Communications
• Mathematics
• Artificial Intelligence
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Keivan Navaie is a Professor of Intelligent Networks at Lancaster University’s School of Computing and Communications. He serves as a member of the Independent Scientific Advisory Committee at the Alan Turing Institute, overseeing the £100 million BridgeAI programme, and previously as Principal AI Technology Advisor to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). He is recognized with Fellowships from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Chartered Engineer status in the UK, Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), and the IEEE Young Investigator Award. Research Focus: Wireless communications, mathematics, artificial intelligence, 6G networks, blockchain technology, edge computing, cognitive radio networks, and non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA). Supervision: Actively supervises PhD students in areas like wireless communications and mathematical modeling. Projects: Involved in distributed learning, blockchain integration, 6G research, and spectrum sharing systems. Awards: IEEE Young Investigator Award, Fellow of IET, Chartered Engineer, Senior Fellow of HEA.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
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Pascal Morin serves as a University Professor at Sorbonne University within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He is an active member of the ASIMOV research team at the Intelligent and Robotic Systems Institute (ISIR), located at 4 Place Jussieu in Paris. His office H17 serves as the base for his research activities in advanced robotics and control systems. Professor Morin's research focuses on cutting-edge robotics applications, particularly in unmanned aerial vehicle navigation and control systems. His work spans nonlinear control theory, visual servoing techniques, and micro air vehicle development. Key interests include homography estimation for image stabilization, thermal anemometry for airflow sensing, and obstacle avoidance algorithms for precision robotics. His publications demonstrate consistent innovation in combining theoretical control frameworks with practical robotic implementations. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in UAV navigation systems, with increasing integration of deep learning techniques since 2020. His work consistently addresses GPS-denied environments and sensor fusion challenges, with notable contributions to thermal-based odometry and visual-inertial navigation systems. The research trajectory shows progression from theoretical control frameworks toward increasingly complex real-world applications including power line inspection and microscopy manipulation. Professor Morin actively collaborates with major aerospace institutions including ONERA and DLR, as evidenced by his participation in the EuRoC challenge. His editorial work on MAV navigation special collections demonstrates leadership in the micro air vehicle research community. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source material, his sustained publication output across multiple high-impact journals indicates successful funding acquisition. As a core member of the ASIMOV team at ISIR, Professor Morin contributes to Sorbonne University's leadership in robotics research. The team maintains strong industry connections through publications in Aerospace Lab and collaborations with organizations like AIAA. Current research directions appear focused on thermal sensor integration for MAVs and nonlinear control solutions for challenging operational environments.

• Coastal Zone Management
• Aquaculture
• Benthic Ecology
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Mats Lindegarth is a Professor at the Department of Marine Sciences, University of Gothenburg, and serves as scientific coordinator at the Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment. Based at the Tjärnö Marine Laboratory, his work focuses on coastal ecology and environmental assessment. Role: Professor & Scientific Coordinator Location: Tjärnö Marine Laboratory (Strömstad, Sweden) Collaborations: Works with Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment and international researchers Research Interests: Coastal zone management Aquaculture sustainability Benthic ecology Statistical and GIS-based ecological modelling Marine biodiversity mapping (PREHAB project) Environmental indicator development Scientific Contributions: Mats has published extensively on bivalve ecology, aquaculture impacts, and marine monitoring methods. His work includes species distribution models for oyster conservation, nutrient flux studies in mussel farms, and uncertainty analysis for ecological indicators. Current research focuses on policy-driven marine environmental assessment, particularly through the PREHAB and WATERS programs.

Kadri Can AtliView profile

Associate Professor

• Shape Memory Alloys
• Additive Manufacturing
• High-Temperature Materials
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Kadri Can Atli serves as an Instructional Associate Professor and Assistant Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University, with office location RDMC 228 and contact email catli@tamu.edu. His research focuses on advanced metallic materials , specializing in Shape Memory Alloys (particularly NiTi-based systems and high-temperature variants) and Additive Manufacturing techniques including laser powder bed fusion and directed energy deposition. His work spans alloy design, microstructural engineering, and thermomechanical characterization for applications in thermal energy storage, actuation systems, and structural components. He integrates experimental methods with computational approaches such as Bayesian optimization and artificial intelligence to optimize material performance and discover novel alloys. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant trend in leveraging additive manufacturing for creating defect-free and functionally graded shape memory alloys, with significant emphasis on NiTiHf systems for high-temperature applications. His work increasingly incorporates data-driven methodologies for alloy design while addressing critical challenges in phase transformation control, thermal hysteresis reduction, and cyclic stability for energy and aerospace systems.

• Global Respiratory Health
• Paediatric Environmental Health
• Behavioural Health Interventions
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Dr. Gioia Mosler is a researcher at the Centre for Genomics and Child Health , part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London . Holding a PhD in Environmental Epidemiology from Imperial College London, she leads the Global Research Group for Child Health and drives its community engagement initiatives. Her work focuses on respiratory and environmental health challenges in the UK and Africa, with projects including the MAIS (My Asthma In School) study, ACACIA (Achieving Control of Asthma in Children In Africa), CAPPA (Children’s Air Pollution Profiles in Africa), and the Children’s Environmental Health Clinic . Email: g.mosler@qmul.ac.uk Website: LinkedIn Profile Research Interests: Global respiratory health, particularly asthma in diverse populations Paediatric environmental health, focusing on air pollution exposure Behavioural health interventions using theatre, film, and games Research Trends: Her recent publications (2019-2024) emphasize asthma management in adolescents, exposure assessment to particulate matter in urban settings, and innovative community engagement methods like drama-based education. Studies span sub-Saharan Africa and the UK, addressing diagnostic gaps, pollution sources, and school-based interventions. Supervision: She supervises Andres Aharhel Mercado Velazquez and others in child health research.

• Dental Anthropology
• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
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Maria Martinon-Torres serves as an Honorary Professor in the Department of Anthropology at University College London, where she maintains an active research profile in dental anthropology and human evolution. Her work focuses on the analysis of fossil hominin dentition from key archaeological sites across Europe and Asia, particularly the Sima de los Huesos site in Spain's Atapuerca Mountains and various locations in China. Dr. Martinon-Torres specializes in dental morphology, with research spanning sexual dimorphism in dental tissues , enamel-dentine junction analysis , perikymata studies , and comparative dental morphology across different hominin species. Her work bridges biological anthropology with paleontology, examining how dental features can reveal evolutionary relationships, population dynamics, and adaptation patterns among Pleistocene hominins. She employs advanced techniques including morphometric analysis, tissue proportion studies, and increasingly, machine learning applications for reconstructing worn dental features. Her recent publication record demonstrates significant productivity, with numerous high-impact articles in journals like the Anatomical Record , American Journal of Biological Anthropology , and Journal of Human Evolution . Her research shows a clear trajectory toward integrating traditional morphological analysis with computational approaches, while maintaining strong field connections to major paleoanthropological sites. Notably, she has contributed to understanding human dispersal patterns in relation to paleoclimate changes, particularly regarding early modern human migration into East Asia. Dr. Martinon-Torres maintains an extensive collaborative network, frequently working with researchers including Bermúdez de Castro JM, Martinez de Pinillos M, and Martin-Francés L. She has contributed to special issues on critical transitions in human evolution and has developed community-engaged approaches to dental anthropology through projects like the Raton Perez collection of deciduous teeth. Her ORCID identifier (0000-0002-2750-4554) documents her substantial scholarly output across multiple dimensions of dental anthropology and human evolution research.

Angela P. WetzelView profile

Researcher

• Data Analytics
• Educational Leadership
• Higher Education Assessment
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Dr. Angela P. Wetzel serves as the Director of the Office of Data Analytics and as an affiliate faculty member in the Department of Foundations of Education at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Education. She is dedicated to leveraging data analytics for strategic decision-making in higher education. Education: Ph.D. in Education, Virginia Commonwealth University M.Ed. in Adult Education and Human Resource Development, Virginia Commonwealth University B.A. in Psychology, University of Virginia Her research focuses on three core areas: servant leadership in educational assessment and evaluation, accessible data analytics design for equitable data literacy and stakeholder engagement, and student learning assessment in higher education. She emphasizes creative data use to improve programs and foster inclusive dialogue around data-driven improvements. While no specific scientific awards are listed, her work reflects contributions to data ethics and educational equity. Advising/mentoring relationships and grant details are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. She is based at VCU’s School of Education, located at 1015 West Main Street, Richmond, VA 23284-2020.

Shu-Wei HuangView profile

Associate Professor

• Photonics
• Quantum Engineering
• Nonlinear Optics
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Shu-Wei Huang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, affiliated with the College of Engineering and Applied Science. His research focuses on advanced photonics and quantum engineering, with specialties in nonlinear optics, frequency combs, and ultrafast laser systems. He holds affiliations with both the ECEE department and the Photonics and Quantum Engineering group. His work emphasizes novel laser designs, microresonator-based systems, and applications in optical sensing and quantum technologies. Dr. Huang's research interests include the development of high-performance laser systems, such as counterpropagating all-normal dispersion (CANDi) fiber lasers, and the creation of advanced frequency comb technologies. He explores topics like dissipative soliton generation, parametric oscillation, and the integration of machine learning for predictive modeling in nonlinear optics. His experimental work involves cutting-edge platforms such as lithium niobate microresonators and graphene-enhanced devices. His recent contributions span innovations in photonic flywheel systems for stable frequency combs, broadband magnetometry using magnetic nanoparticles, and lidar measurement techniques. He has pioneered methods for deterministic microcomb generation and explored applications in high-resolution imaging and biochemical sensing. His research bridges fundamental physics with engineering applications, addressing challenges in precision metrology and quantum-enabled technologies. Dr. Huang's lab is located in ECEE 1B79, and his work is supported by grants focusing on nonlinear optics, ultrafast lasers, and integrated photonics. His team actively collaborates on projects involving coherent dual-comb spectroscopy, electrically tunable frequency combs, and nanophotonic devices for next-generation optical systems.

Michael GruningerView profile

Professor

• Ontologies
• Semantic Integration
• Process Modelling
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Michael Gruninger is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto, serving as Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies. He holds a PhD and MSc in Computer Science from the University of Toronto and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Alberta. His research focuses on semantic integration, process modeling, and mathematical logic applications in manufacturing and enterprise engineering. He contributed to the ISO 18629 standard for Process Specification Language. Research interests include ontologies, semantic web technologies, knowledge representation, and formal methods. He leads the Semantic Technologies Laboratory, advancing theories in mereotopology, spatiotemporal ontologies, and ontology engineering. Recent work emphasizes automated spatial reasoning in robotics and standards-based ontology development. Publications span ontology validation, mereological foundations, and applied semantic technologies. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical enterprise systems and smart city applications. No awards are explicitly listed, though his contributions to ISO standards reflect industry impact. Advising and grants: No specific students/grants detailed here. His lab focuses on semantic technologies with applications in manufacturing and urban systems. Collaborations include NIST and the Industrial Ontologies Foundry.

• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation Management
• Public Sector Innovation
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Tommy Høyvarde Clausen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Oslo, specializing in Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on public sector innovation, organizational dynamics, and entrepreneurial processes. He holds a prominent position within the Entrepreneurship (ENT) research group. Clausen's work examines topics such as innovation capabilities, managerial roles in dynamic environments, and the interplay between policy and entrepreneurial opportunities. His academic contributions span over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, addressing themes like public sector entrepreneurship, organizational innovation, and venture viability in rural contexts. Notable publications include studies on middle management's role in dynamic capabilities and institutional logics shaping public entrepreneurial opportunities. Clausen has collaborated extensively with scholars across Europe, contributing to edited volumes on tourism innovation, entrepreneurship education, and start-up ecosystems. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis, emphasizing practical implications for policy and organizational strategies. His articles reflect a consistent focus on innovation strategies, institutional contexts, and cross-sectoral collaboration, with recent work highlighting managerial mediation in resource utilization and the adaptation of dynamic capabilities in public organizations.

Hao ChengView profile

Assistant Professor

• Statistical Genetics
• Computational Genomics
• Animal Breeding
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Hao Cheng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on developing statistical methods, computational algorithms, and software tools for quantitative and statistical genetics, particularly in the context of genomic prediction, genome-wide association studies, and functional genomics. He is affiliated with the Graduate Groups in Animal Biology, Biostatistics, and Integrative Genetics and Genomics. Dr. Cheng’s work emphasizes cross-disciplinary approaches, combining genetics, computer science, and animal science to address challenges in precision breeding, disease resistance, and trait improvement. His lab explores applications in diverse species including pigs, poultry, rainbow trout, and plants, with recent projects involving AI-driven phenotyping and secure genomic data collaboration frameworks. His research has produced tools like VTag for automated video-based phenotyping and XSim for simulation of breeding programs. His publications reflect a focus on methodological advancements in genomic prediction (e.g., MegaLMM, JWAS software), functional conservation between species (human-pig comparisons), and integrative approaches using multi-omics data. He also investigates practical applications such as improving nitrogen-use efficiency in maize and enhancing disease resilience in aquaculture species. While no specific awards are cited in the provided materials, his contributions to genomic methodology and computational biology indicate significant scholarly impact. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though his research program likely involves graduate students in genetics, biostatistics, and computational biology. Dr. Cheng’s laboratory is located in 2239 Meyer Hall, UC Davis, and maintains active collaborations across academia and industry to advance translational genetics in agriculture and animal health.

Evan F. RiskoView profile

Professor

• Distributed Cognition
• Effort Perception
• Education and Training
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Evan F. Risko is a Professor and Associate Chair (Graduate Affairs) at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on Distributed Cognition, Effort Perception, and applying cognitive psychology principles to improve education and training. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Embodied and Embedded Cognition and has received multiple awards including Early Career Awards from the Psychonomic Society, Canadian Society for Brain, and Outstanding Performance Awards from the Province of Ontario. His work is funded by NSERC, SSHRC, and other major grants. He leads the Cognition and Natural Behaviour Laboratory, exploring how humans integrate body and environment to enhance thinking. Recent studies examine lecture design, cognitive offloading effects, and metacognition in digital contexts. Education: B.A., M.A., Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo in Cognitive Psychology. His research bridges theoretical and applied domains, with a focus on optimizing learning through lecture video design, understanding effort perception, and mitigating cognitive biases. Scientific Awards: Canada Research Chair in Embodied and Embedded Cognition Early Career Award (Psychonomic Society) Early Career Award (Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour, and Cognitive Science) 2014 & 2018 Outstanding Performance Awards (Province of Ontario) Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students in cognitive science and education research. Major grants include NSERC Discovery Grants, SSHRC Insight Development Grants, and Canada Foundation for Innovation funds. His work on video lectures and cognitive offloading has implications for educational technology and workplace training. Labs & Teams: Director of the Cognition and Natural Behaviour Lab, collaborating on projects like 'Distributed Metacognition' and 'Effort Perception in Technology Use'. Current initiatives explore how external tools (e.g., smartphones) shape cognitive processes and learning efficacy.

• Information Security
• Privacy
• Cybersecurity
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Kévin Huguenin is a Full Professor and head of the Information Security and Privacy (ISP) Lab at the University of Lausanne (UNIL), within the Faculty of Business and Economics (HEC). His research focuses on security and privacy in distributed systems, mobile/social networks, and interdisciplinary areas such as health informatics and legal aspects of privacy. He has held academic positions since 2016, including Assistant Professor (2016–2020) and Full Professor (2020–present). He previously worked at LAAS-CNRS and EPFL, with postdoctoral research at McGill University. Education: PhD (Computer Science, Université de Rennes, 2010), MSc (Network and Distributed Systems, University of Nice Sophia Antipolis, 2007), BSc (Computer Science, University of Rennes, 2006). He is an alumnus of École Normale Supérieure de Cachan. Research Interests: Interdependent privacy, wearable device security, genomic privacy, privacy-preserving technologies, and the social/human aspects of cybersecurity. His lab collaborates with institutions like CSEM and EPFL on projects such as PrivacyLife (SNF-funded). Recent Work: Focuses on second-hand storage device privacy, shadow health data, and participatory design for privacy solutions. Recent studies include personality inference from wearables and user behaviors in fitness data sharing. Awards: Best Paper Awards at OPODIS’09 and IEEE ICDCS’10, CNRS Excellence Award, and Best Teacher Award in the Master of Information Systems. Grants & Collaborations: Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF), Fondation Hasler, and industry partnerships like Nokia Research Center. Current projects include second-hand device privacy (SNF-funded) and mHealth privacy. Labs & Teams: ISP Lab at UNIL, collaborating with CSEM and EPFL on interdisciplinary projects. Active in program committees for venues like USENIX Security, PETS, and WEIS.

Robert McLemanView profile

Professor

• Environmental Migration
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Citizen Engagement in Environmental Science
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Robert McLeman is a Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU), Faculty of Science. His research focuses on environmental migration, climate change adaptation, and citizen engagement in environmental science. He leads the RinkWatch project, which uses citizen science to study climate impacts on winter recreation. McLeman teaches courses on environmental policy and migration studies, and his work bridges academia with practical applications in climate governance. His research interests include the intersections of climate change, migration, and policy, with a focus on drought impacts, displacement frameworks, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges. Key projects include historical drought analysis in Ireland and North America, migration governance in polycrisis scenarios, and vulnerability assessments in climate-vulnerable regions. Mcleman’s publications emphasize the human dimensions of climate change, including migration drivers, adaptation strategies, and policy recommendations. He collaborates on initiatives like the IPCC reporting analysis and frameworks for understanding complex migration flows. His work often highlights the need for adaptive planning and institutional collaboration to address climate displacement challenges. He advises students in migration studies and climate adaptation, and his research has been featured in media discussions on climate migration. McLeman’s office is located in Arts 3C10C at WLU, and he speaks English and French.