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Per KrusellView profile

Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Inequality
• Climate Economics
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Per Krusell is Professor of Economics at Stockholm University and holds the Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair at the Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES). He is a Fellow of the Econometric Society and served as President of the European Economic Association in 2020. He is currently the Secretary of the Prize Committee for the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Minnesota Research Interests: Per Krusell’s research spans macroeconomics , inequality , climate economics , labor markets , and political economy . He has made foundational contributions to understanding incomplete markets, wealth distribution, optimal taxation, and the macroeconomic effects of climate change. His work often integrates dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) models with heterogeneous agents to study long-run outcomes and policy impacts. Publications Trend: His recent publications (2022–2025) reflect a strong focus on climate policy , integrated assessment modeling , and macro-labor dynamics . Key themes include carbon taxation, labor supply responses to productivity growth, fiscal multipliers in heterogeneous-agent settings, and the macroeconomic consequences of vaccination and epidemic control. Awards & Honors: Fellow of the Econometric Society Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair in Economics President, European Economic Association (2020) Secretary, Nobel Prize Committee in Economic Sciences Advising & Grants: While specific student names are not listed, his leadership roles in global economic associations and policy committees indicate extensive academic advising and grant involvement in macroeconomic policy and climate economics. Labs & Teams: He is affiliated with the Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES) at Stockholm University, a leading research institute in macroeconomics and international economics.

Zhonghai LuView profile

Professor

• Computer Architecture
• Embedded Systems
• Network-on-Chip (NoC)
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Zhonghai Lu is a Professor of Electronic Systems Design (specializing in Dependable and Autonomous Systems) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, part of the Department of Electrical Engineering in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). He serves as Program Director for KTH's Embedded Systems master's program and Director of Studies at the Division of Electronics and Embedded Systems. His research focuses on Network-on-Chip (NoC), computer architecture, embedded systems, and Prognostics and Health Management (PHM) of power electronics. He leads a research group exploring in-network processing and embedded intelligence, transforming passive networks into active computational frameworks. Lu holds a BSc from Beijing Normal University (1989), MSc and PhD from KTH (2002, 2007), and an MBA in Innovation and Growth from the University of Turku (2012). He has authored over 240 scientific papers, including journal articles and peer-reviewed conferences, with notable recognitions such as Best Paper Awards at NOCS’2015 and EU HiPEAC, and a Featured Paper in IEEE Transactions on Computers (2020). He serves as Associate Editor for ACM Transactions on Architecture and Code Optimization (TACO) and has chaired major conferences like HiPEAC’2017 and NOCS’2018. His research group’s recent work includes integrating AI into hardware acceleration, fault-tolerant neural networks, and RUL estimation for power electronics using recurrent neural networks. Lu has secured grants from the Swedish Research Council and Intel Corporation and developed courses like IL2230 (Hardware Architectures for Deep Learning) and IL2233 (Embedded Intelligence), pioneering embedded AI education at KTH. Education: BSc (Beijing Normal University), MSc/PhD (KTH), MBA (University of Turku) Awards: Best Paper Awards (NOCS, EU HiPEAC), Swedish Research Council Grants, Intel Research Gifts Labs/Teams: Research Group on In-Network Processing and Embedded Intelligence

Yang LiuView profile

Associate Professor

• Smart Manufacturing
• Smart Energy Systems
• Clean Energy Transition
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Yang Liu is a tenured Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Engineering , Linköping University, Sweden, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Oulu, Finland. His expertise spans smart manufacturing, clean energy transition, and Industry 4.0 applications. He holds an M.Sc. and D.Sc. from the University of Vaasa, Finland. Research & Awards: Liu's work focuses on sustainable systems, decision support systems, and AI-driven energy efficiency. He has authored over 140 Web of Science publications, including top 0.1% ESI Hot Papers. He is ranked among the world's top 2% scientists (Stanford-Elsevier) and leads globally in 'big data analytics in manufacturing' and 'Industry 4.0-driven circular economy' research. Leadership & Projects: He leads projects like FlexSUS (EU Horizon 2020) and PERSEUS, developing tools for smart urban energy planning and 15-minute city models. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Cleaner Engineering and Technology and Guest Editor for multiple journals. His research emphasizes bridging data science with sustainability challenges in manufacturing and energy systems. Key Achievements: Top-ranked in global citations, ESI Highly Cited Papers, and industry-driven sustainability frameworks. Grants: Leads EU-funded projects and collaborates with Siemens Energy on energy transition solutions. Labs & Teams: Part of the Environmental Technology and Management (MILJÖ) division and Unit for Product Service Innovation (MILJOPSI) at Linköping.

Xiaoming HuView profile

Professor

• Multi-agent systems
• Nonlinear control systems
• Systems theory
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Xiaoming Hu is a Professor at the Division of Numerical Analysis, Optimization and Systems Theory within the Department of Mathematics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan) in Stockholm, Sweden. Born in Chengdu, China, he received his B.S. degree from University of Science and Technology of China in 1983, followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Arizona State University in 1986 and 1989 respectively. After serving as a research assistant at the Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1983-1984), he was a Gustafsson Postdoctoral Fellow at KTH (1989-1990) before becoming a faculty member. His educational background includes: B.S. in Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, 1983 M.S. in Engineering, Arizona State University, 1986 Ph.D. in Engineering, Arizona State University, 1989 Xiaoming Hu's research primarily focuses on multi-agent systems, nonlinear feedback stabilization, nonlinear observer design, and sensing and active perception. His work bridges theoretical control theory with practical applications in robotics and autonomous systems. He has made significant contributions to geometric control theory, mathematical systems theory, and nonlinear systems analysis and control. His research often involves developing theoretical frameworks for distributed control, formation control, and cooperative behavior in multi-robot systems. Professor Hu's publication record shows a consistent research trajectory with numerous high-impact publications in top-tier journals like Automatica, IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, and Systems & Control Letters. His research has evolved from fundamental control theory to more applied problems in robotics and multi-agent systems, while maintaining strong mathematical foundations. Recent work shows increasing focus on safety-critical control, inverse problems in estimation, and networked systems. His scientific contributions include: Development of theoretical frameworks for multi-agent coordination and formation control Advances in nonlinear observer design for robotic systems Contributions to geometric control theory and systems theory Research on distributed estimation and control algorithms Applications of control theory to robotics and autonomous systems Professor Hu teaches several advanced courses including Mathematical Systems Theory, Geometric Control Theory, and Nonlinear Systems: Analysis and Control. He has supervised numerous degree projects at both undergraduate and graduate levels in mathematics, optimization, systems theory, and scientific computing. His teaching reflects his research expertise, providing students with both theoretical foundations and practical applications of control theory.

• Power System Control
• Smart Grids
• Communication Systems
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Lars Nordström is a Professor at the Division of Electric Power and Energy Systems within KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden. His work bridges control systems , communication networks , and power systems , with a focus on future architectures, functionality, and quality aspects of ICT for power grid operations. He has led initiatives such as the Swedish Centre of Electric Power Engineering and served as Thematic Leader for Smartgrids in KIC InnoEnergy. In 2014, he was a Visiting Professor at Washington State University. Education : Ph.D., MSc.EE Nordström's research explores the intersection of smart grids , machine learning , and cybersecurity for power systems. Key areas include: Wide-Area Monitoring and Control (WAMC) systems Decentralized control strategies for DC microgrids Impedance modeling using neural networks Data-driven methods for islanding detection ICT reliability and protocol design for grid operations His recent publications emphasize machine learning applications in power systems, including LSTM networks for EV charging management, graph attention networks for stability monitoring, and digital twin approaches for cyber-attack mitigation. These works span disciplines such as Smart Grids, Power Electronics, and Data Science. Scientific Recognitions : Senior Member, IEEE Senior Member, CIRED Senior Member, Cigre Past Chairman, Swedish IEC TC57 Mirror Committee Nordström actively teaches and examines graduate courses like Communication and Control in Electric Power Systems and Computer Applications and Machine Learning in Electric Power Systems . His work influences industry practices through collaborations on digital substations, energy market analysis, and resilience strategies.

Cheuk Wai TaiView profile

Researcher

• Structure-Property Relationships
• Functional Materials
• Electron Microscopy
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Cheuk Wai Tai is a Senior Staff Researcher at Stockholm University's Department of Environmental and Materials Chemistry since 2009. He manages the transmission electron microscopes and sample preparation equipment at the Electron Microscopy Center and serves as Section Editor for the Journal of Electronic Materials. His work focuses on quantitative structure characterization in functional materials research, particularly within nanoscience and nanotechnology contexts. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 2004 M.Phil. in Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 2001 M.Sc. in Physics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1998 B.Sc. (Hons) in Engineering Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 1997 Dip. in Mechanical Engineering (Computer Aided Engineering), Institute of Vocational Education (formerly Haking Wong Technical Institute), Hong Kong, 1992 His research centers on structure-property relationships in functional materials through advanced electron microscopy techniques. Current specializations include Pair Distribution Function (ePDF) & Diffuse Scattering, Energy Materials characterization, and EM sample preparation methodology development. The group maintains strong focus on translating structural data into functional performance metrics for nanomaterials. Recent publications (2013-2019) demonstrate consistent emphasis on electron microscopy applications for energy storage materials (batteries, photocatalysts) and functional ceramics. Key trends include structural disorder analysis in piezoelectrics, development of quantitative TEM methods like SUePDF, and nanoscale characterization of electrocatalyst surface phases. His work bridges materials chemistry with advanced imaging techniques. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow of The Royal Microscopical Society (U.K.) Senior Member of IEEE Marie Curie Fellowship (2007-2009) from European Commission Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowship (2003/2004) from Hong Kong S.A.R. Government He teaches Solid State Chemistry (KZ7003) and leads Introduction to Analytical Electron Microscopy (KZ8009), having previously taught Advanced Transmission Electron Microscopy (KZ8010) before 2011. Major grants supporting his work include: "Quantitative structural characterisation using 3D electron-based pair distribution function" (Swedish Research Council) "A Multidimensional Toolkit for Modern Electron Microscopy" (Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research) "Mitigating Ni-rich Li-ion cathode side-reactions" (Swedish Energy Agency, Co-applicant) He leads the Cheuk-Wai Tai group within Stockholm University's chemistry department and oversees operations at the Electron Microscopy Center, where his team develops and applies advanced characterization techniques for functional materials research.

Chang Hyun ParkView profile

Assistant Professor

• Virtual Memory Systems
• Address Translation
• Cache Hierarchy
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Chang Hyun Park is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Information Technology, Uppsala University, where he is part of the Uppsala Architecture Research Team. His research focuses on computer architecture with emphasis on memory systems, virtualization, and system software optimization. Dr. Park completed his doctoral studies at KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) in South Korea, where he was advised by Professor Jaehyuk Huh. Prior to his current position, he served as a post-doctoral researcher at Uppsala University working with Professor David Black-Schaffer. Dr. Park's research spans several critical areas in computer architecture and systems: Virtual memory systems and address translation mechanisms Cache hierarchy optimization and memory systems design Support for non-volatile memory and heterogeneous memory systems Virtualization technology and optimizations for cloud environments High-speed I/O device integration and accelerator support His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on improving memory system performance, particularly in virtualized environments. Over the past decade, his work has evolved from fundamental virtual memory optimizations to addressing challenges in emerging memory technologies and large-scale system architectures. Recent publications show increasing emphasis on heterogeneous memory systems, graph processing workloads, and hardware-software co-design approaches. Dr. Park actively collaborates with researchers at Uppsala University, particularly with Professor David Black-Schaffer, and maintains connections with his alma mater KAIST. His work appears regularly in top-tier computer architecture conferences including ISCA, MICRO, ASPLOS, and MEMSYS.

• Control Technology
• Distributed Optimization
• Machine Learning
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Mikael Johansson is a Professor at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH), specializing in Control Technology . He teaches and coordinates courses such as Distributed Optimization (FEL3311) and various advanced-level degree projects in computer science, electrical engineering, and systems engineering. His research spans Control Systems , Machine Learning , and Optimization , with a focus on asynchronous algorithms, federated learning, and applications in energy systems and construction. His work includes 15 recent publications on topics like neural networks, distributed optimization, and battery technology. Notable areas of contribution are in asynchronous learning, federated learning with privacy constraints, and quasi-Newton methods for optimization. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in urban design, healthcare, and autonomous systems.

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• Massive MIMO
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Nikolaos Kolomvakis is a researcher in the Division of Communication Systems at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden. He is also a visiting researcher at Ericsson AB in Stockholm. Previously, from 2017 to 2023, he held positions as Systems Engineer and Senior Researcher at Ericsson. His research focuses on wireless communications and signal processing, particularly on developing baseband physical-layer algorithms for distributed/cell-free massive MIMO, holographic MIMO, and large intelligent surfaces. Education: Ph.D. in wireless communications from Chalmers University of Technology , supervised by Prof. Mats Viberg with co-supervision from Prof. Thomas Eriksson and Prof. Michail Matthaiou M.Sc. in information technology & electrical engineering from ETH Zurich (2012) Research Interests: Wireless communications Signal processing Distributed/cell-free massive MIMO Holographic MIMO Large intelligent surfaces Publications: Recent work includes analyzing nonlinear distortion in large arrays and active reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (2025) Exploring spatial frequencies in near-field communications (2025) Investigating 6G performance through gigantic MIMO (2025)

• Semiconductor Physics
• Microwave Engineering
• Cryogenic Electronics
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Niklas Rorsman is a Research Professor at the Microwave Electronics group, part of the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience at Chalmers University of Technology . His work focuses on advanced semiconductor devices, particularly gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) high-electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs) for microwave and cryogenic applications. Expertise : Semiconductor device physics, microwave electronics, cryogenic transistor characterization Key Technologies : GaN HEMTs, SiC MESFETs, graphene FETs Rorsman's research investigates trapping effects, thermal management, and material optimization in GaN/SiC devices. Recent studies explore field plates for cryogenic stability, recessed ohmic contacts, and high-κ dielectric interfaces. His publications demonstrate a focus on improving device linearity, noise performance, and reliability through structural and process innovations. Selected trends in his work include: Cryogenic GaN HEMTs with superconducting Nb gates Buffer-free AlGaN/GaN heterostructures for high breakdown voltage Graphene integration for millimeter-wave communication systems Advanced SiNx passivation and gate stack engineering Contact: niklas.rorsman@chalmers.se

Saleh JavadiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Systems engineering
• Signal processing
• Machine learning
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Saleh Javadi is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH) in Karlskrona, Sweden. He is actively engaged in research and teaching within the field of systems engineering. His educational background includes: B.Sc. in Electrical-Control Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology (2009) M.Sc. in Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering from The National University of Malaysia (2013) Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH) (2021) Saleh Javadi's research focuses on signal processing, machine learning, and computer vision , with applications spanning remote sensing, intelligent transportation systems, and AI-driven industrial optimization. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, particularly in SAR imagery analysis, drone-based agricultural monitoring, and traffic surveillance systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on remote sensing technologies, particularly Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) image processing and analysis. There's a clear trend toward applying machine learning techniques to solve complex problems in aerial and satellite imagery, traffic monitoring, and agricultural applications. His research shows interdisciplinary connections between computer vision, signal processing, and practical engineering applications. Saleh Javadi has received significant recognition for his innovative work: Innovator of the Year award (SKAPA – Innovation Prize in Memory of Alfred Nobel) in Blekinge for innovative efforts in optimizing and reducing energy consumption in industries by using artificial intelligence ÅForsk Entrepreneur's prize at the Swedish Innovation Council Day – Swedish Incubators & Science Park's annual conference in May 2019 Dr. Javadi is involved in practical applications of his research through projects such as "Artificiell intelligens AI kan reducera ogräsfrön i utsäde" (ongoing) and "Bekämpa Renkavle med hjälp av drönare och Artificiell Intelligens (AI)" (completed). His work demonstrates a strong commitment to translating academic research into real-world solutions that address industrial and environmental challenges. His research appears to be conducted within a collaborative framework, working with colleagues on drone technology, SAR image analysis, and AI applications across multiple domains including agriculture, maritime monitoring, and transportation systems.

• Process Technology
• Device Design
• Silicon Carbide (SiC) Electronics
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Carl-Mikael Zetterling is a Professor and Head of Department at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden, affiliated with the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (ICT) and the Electronics and Embedded Systems department. His research focuses on process technology and device design for high-temperature, high-power silicon carbide (SiC) electronics, expanding into SiC-based analog and integrated circuits. He has authored over 300 publications, including books on SiC process technology and plagiarism prevention. Dr. Zetterling has held leadership roles such as Vice Dean of the School of ICT (2013–2017) and teacher representative on KTH's faculty board. He has collaborated internationally at Stanford University, Kyoto University, and Kyoto Institute of Technology. His work addresses applications in extreme environments, including Venus exploration and fusion reactor monitoring, with a focus on radiation tolerance and thermal resilience. The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in wide bandgap semiconductors, gamma irradiation effects on SiC devices, and high-temperature integrated circuits. His articles span structural health monitoring with machine learning, novel SiC diode designs, and radiation-hardened electronics. Key contributions include advancements in self-aligned contacts, trench MOSFETs, and compact modeling for extreme conditions. While no formal awards are listed, his roles in technical program committees (TMS Electronic Materials Conference, IEEE SISC Conference) and editorial work demonstrate significant academic service. He teaches courses ranging from digital design to high-temperature electronics, overseeing degree projects in embedded systems, communication, and nanotechnology.

Ahmed HemaniView profile

Professor

• Computer Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Hardware Acceleration
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Professor Ahmed Hemani is a faculty member at the Division of Electronics and Embedded Systems, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Digital Futures Faculty. He holds the role of PI for the project 'New Chip Architectures for Industrial Vision' and leads research in reconfigurable computing, memristor-based systems, and hardware acceleration for AI and edge computing. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical VLSI design and embedded systems development. He actively contributes to cross-disciplinary initiatives at Digital Futures, a joint center with Stockholm University and RISE Research Institutes of Sweden focused on digital innovation. His research emphasizes scalable FPGA/HPC architectures, low-power neuromorphic systems, and optimization techniques for custom silicon solutions. Current projects include a Lego-inspired edge AI framework and memristor-driven MIMO acceleration. Teaching responsibilities span advanced courses in SOC design, digital system verification, and embedded systems. He supervises advanced-level degree projects across computer engineering and ICT innovation specializations, emphasizing hands-on hardware-software co-design methodologies. Recent publications highlight innovations in memristor applications, FPGA-based acceleration, and reconfigurable architectures for neural networks and bioinformatics. His work addresses challenges in dark silicon utilization, energy-efficient computation, and high-performance embedded systems.

• Computer Architecture
• Reconfigurable Computing
• Network-on-Chip (NoC)
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Ioannis Sourdis is a Full Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. His research focuses on computer architecture, reconfigurable computing, network-on-chip (NoC) design, memory systems, and fault-tolerant embedded systems, with applications in biomedical informatics and hardware security. Current projects include EUMMSS (Efficient Uncore Mechanisms for Multicore Space Systems, funded by the Swedish National Space Board) and eProcessor (European Processor Ecosystem, funded by the European Commission). Past initiatives include the DeSyRe project (on-demand system reliability), ECOSCALE (exascale reconfigurable computing), and SHARCS (secure hardware-software architectures). His work spans NoC router design (e.g., FastTrackNoC, DDRNoC), memory compression (MemSZ, L2C), and biomedical security applications (heartbeat-based protocols). He has published extensively in venues like DATE, ICS, PACT, and IEEE Transactions on Networking. Key research areas: Chiplet-based systems , hybrid memory architectures , FPGA acceleration , and real-time stream aggregation .

• Nonlinear Programming
• Optimization Methods
• Radiation Therapy Optimization
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Anders Forsgren is a Professor of Optimization and Systems Theory at the Department of Mathematics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology since 2003. His research focuses on nonlinear programming, particularly Newton-type methods for smooth optimization, with applications in radiation therapy, cell biology, and telecommunications. PhD in Optimization and Systems Theory (KTH, 1990) MS in Operations Research (Stanford, 1987) MSc in Engineering Physics (KTH, 1985) Research Interests: Anders develops methods for constrained optimization and applies them to intensity-modulated radiation therapy, metabolic networks, and wireless communication systems. His work bridges algorithmic innovation with real-world clinical and engineering challenges. Recent Publications: Focus on robust optimization for radiation therapy under uncertainty, quasi-Newton methods, and applications in medical physics. His 2025 papers address interplay-robust optimization and scenario positioning in proton therapy. Scientific Leadership: Co-chair, 8th SIAM Conference on Optimization (2005) Editorial board member, Computational Optimization and Applications (since 1998) Member, Mathematical Optimization Society and SIAM Mentorship: Supervises PhD students in optimization and systems theory, with former advisees working on radiation therapy robustness, metabolic modeling, and network design.