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Jeannette BohgView profile

Assistant Professor

• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
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Jeannette Bohg is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stanford University, directing the Interactive Perception and Robot Learning Lab. Previously, she was a group leader at the Autonomous Motion Department (AMD) of the MPI for Intelligent Systems (2012-2017). She holds a PhD from KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Stockholm) and degrees from Chalmers University and TU Dresden. Her research focuses on perception, learning, and real-time multi-modal methods for autonomous robotic manipulation and grasping, aiming to bridge principles of human sensorimotor coordination with robotic implementation. Education: PhD in Robotics (KTH), MSc in Art & Technology (Chalmers), Diploma in Computer Science (TU Dresden) Research interests include developing goal-directed, real-time robotic systems capable of meaningful feedback for execution and learning. Key areas are dexterous manipulation, imitation learning, and cross-embodiment policy transfer. Notable contributions include the TidyBot platform and work on force-aware surgical robotics. Awards include the 2019 IEEE ICRA Best Paper Award, 2019 IEEE RA Early Career Award, and 2020 RSS Early Career Award. Her lab explores intersections of robotics, ML, and computer vision. Advising: Actively mentoring students/postdocs in manipulation, perception, and learning. Grants and collaborations span NSF, Stanford AI Lab, and industry partnerships. Future work emphasizes robust real-world deployment and human-robot collaboration. Labs/Teams: Leads the Interactive Perception and Robot Learning Lab, contributing to Stanford’s AI ecosystem. Previously managed the MPI AMD group, fostering interdisciplinary research in autonomous systems.

Weiqiang ChenView profile

Professor

• Lab-on-a-Chip
• Organ-on-Chip
• Biomaterials
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Weiqiang Chen is a Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering and Director of Research and PhD Programs. He holds a joint appointment at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center as a Faculty Member of the Tumor Immunology Research Program. B.S. in Physics (Nanjing University, 2005) M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2008) M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Purdue University, 2009) Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (University of Michigan, 2014) His research focuses on Lab-on-a-Chip , Organ-on-Chip systems, Biomaterials , and Mechanobiology , with applications in cancer biology, stem cell engineering, and immune monitoring. He pioneers microfabrication technologies for real-time observation of cellular interactions, including CAR T-cell immunotherapy efficacy and tumor microenvironment dynamics. Recent grants include NSF funding for leukemia bone marrow niche modeling, NIH Trailblazer Awards for glioblastoma immunotherapy research, and collaborations with the Arthritis Foundation for synovium-on-chip rheumatoid arthritis studies. His work has been supported by over $2M in federal and institutional research funding. National Science Foundation (NSF) grants for leukemia-on-chip and glioblastoma modeling National Institutes of Health (NIH) awards for immunotherapy research American Heart Association fellowships and institutional training programs Chen's scientific awards include the American Heart Association Fellow distinction, multiple Young Investigator Awards from Lab on a Chip and Biomedical Engineering Society, and recognition for his dissertation on nanotopography in stem cell differentiation. He leads the Applied Micro-Bioengineering Laboratory (AMBL) , which develops microphysiological systems for drug testing and personalized medicine. His team has created the first immunocompetent leukemia-on-a-chip for CAR T-cell therapy screening and glioblastoma models that enable patient-specific immunotherapy validation.

Shubho BanerjeeView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Physics
• Mathematical Physics
• Electrostatics
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Shubho Banerjee is a Professor of Physics at Rhodes University, where he has been affiliated since 2002. He teaches both introductory and advanced physics courses, and his research focuses on electrostatics, mathematical physics, and material science. A native of India, he earned his BS and MS from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and his PhD from Carnegie Mellon University, following a post-doctoral appointment at the University of Maryland, College Park. Education : BS and MS from Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur; PhD from Carnegie Mellon University His research explores fundamental aspects of electrostatic interactions, including analytical solutions for conducting spheres and orbital stability. He has contributed to mathematical physics through asymptotic expansions and zeta function analysis. Recent publications span electrostatics, mathematical physics, and statistical mechanics, with a focus on analytical modeling and asymptotic methods. His work combines theoretical physics with applications in electrical engineering and material science.

• Extreme Environmental Physiology
• Human Adaptation to Stressful Environments
• Environmental Health
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Edward Ashworth is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Sydney School of Health Sciences, University of Sydney. He is affiliated with the Thermal Ergonomics Laboratory and the Heat and Health Research Incubator. His research focuses on human adaptations to extreme environments, including heat, altitude, hyperbaric conditions, and space-related stressors. Key projects include improving sleep quality in hot environments and enhancing physical work capacity for outdoor workers. Edward's research interests span environmental physiology, with a focus on thermal tolerance, radiation injury mitigation, and the physiological effects of extreme conditions. He has contributed to studies involving nitrogen kinetics tracking using PET imaging, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and robotic surgery applications. Awards: Young Investigator Award (2023), Art of Science Contest 1st Prize (2024), Australia Space Biology Summit 1st Place (2022), and Sporting Blue (Auckland University of Technology). Associations: The Physiological Society and American Physiological Society. His work integrates clinical trials, statistical research design, and translational approaches to address challenges in environmental health, cardiovascular disease, and healthy ageing. Current projects aim to optimize thermal tolerance strategies for military and occupational settings.

Rodrigo VenturaView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Rodrigo Ventura is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon. He is also a senior researcher at the Institute for Systems and Robotics (ISR-Lisbon), leading the Space and Aeronautics thematic line. His research focuses on the intersection of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, emphasizing human-robot interaction, space robotics, and cognitive architectures. He coordinates the Minor in Space Sciences and Technologies at IST and the MBE on Space Systems for Tecnico+. As Adjoint Faculty at the International Space University (ISU), he contributes to global academic initiatives. His work includes experiments on the International Space Station and participation in analog space missions. Research interests span biologically inspired systems, machine learning, and teleoperation interfaces. Recent publications address reinforcement learning for UAVs, microgravity experiments, and pseudo-haptic feedback for robotic control. He teaches subjects like Artificial Intelligence and Decision Systems, Satellite Engineering, and Autonomous Systems.

Dana Z. AndersonView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear Optics
• Atom Optics
• Optical Precision Measurements
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Dana Z. Anderson is a Professor and Fellow at JILA at the University of Colorado Boulder, holding the Glen Murphy Endowed Chair in the Department of Physics within the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) . His research focuses on nonlinear optics , atom optics , and optical precision measurements . Key projects include advancing atomtronics (quantum analogs of electronic systems), neutral atom quantum computing , and ultracold atom gyroscopes . He leads the Anderson Optical Physics (AOPy) group , pioneering applications like shaken lattice interferometry for space navigation and quantum sensor development . Anderson's work bridges fundamental physics and applied technologies. His group develops window atom chip technology for ultracold atom manipulation and in-situ imaging systems . Collaborations include NASA's Cold Atom Laboratory (CAL) mission for microgravity experiments on the International Space Station (ISS). Notable contributions include demonstrating matterwave transistor oscillators and optical lattice-based quantum devices . His research has been recognized in high-impact journals like Physical Review Letters and Review of Modern Physics . He actively engages in public outreach and industry partnerships , serving as Chief Strategy Officer at ColdQuanta, a quantum tech startup spun from his lab's innovations.

• Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
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Dr. Frederick Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Durham University, UK. He holds editorial roles as Associate Editor of Frontiers in Education (Digital Education) and Editorial Board Member of Virtual Reality & Intelligent Hardware. His research focuses on Computer Graphics, Machine Learning, Geometric Modelling, Collaborative Virtual Environments, Visual Aesthetics, and Educational Technologies. He earned his B.A. (Hons) and M.Phil. from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and his Ph.D. in Computer Graphics from City University of Hong Kong. Prior roles include Assistant Professor at HK PolyU and project manager of a Hong Kong Government ITF-funded project. **Education**: B.A. (Computing Studies) and M.Phil. from HK PolyU; Ph.D. in Computer Graphics (CityU Hong Kong). **Research Interests**: His work spans mesh saliency detection, human-object interaction recognition, cloud modeling, face beautification, and educational technology. Recent achievements include awards for papers (e.g., Best Paper at ITiCSE 2014) and recognition such as EPSRC Peer Review College membership. He leads Durham's Undergraduate Board of Examiners and has been an external examiner at Northumbria University. **Awards**: Best Paper (ACM ITiCSE 2014), Outstanding Paper (ICALT 2013), EPSRC Peer Review College (2024), Outstanding BMVC 2024 Reviewer. **Grants & Labs**: His research is supported by grants from EPSRC and others. He collaborates with the Centre for Vision and Visual Cognition, VIViD, and AIHS group at Durham.

Christopher E. CarrView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aerospace Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Bioinformatics
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Christopher E. Carr is an Assistant Professor at the Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering in the College of Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, with a secondary appointment in the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences in the College of Sciences. He runs the Planetary eXploration Lab (PXL) and is a member of the Space Systems Design Lab (SSDL). His work focuses on searching for and expanding the presence of life beyond Earth while enabling a sustainable human future in space environments. Dr. Carr's research interests include: Astrobiology and space biology Development of life detection instruments Microbial habitability in extreme environments Molecular evolution and biosignature detection Miniaturization and integration of scientific instrumentation Interplanetary mission design Micro and nano device engineering for space applications His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on life detection technologies, planetary exploration, and space biology. The articles span topics from developing biosignature detection methods to analyzing microbial survival in extreme environments, with particular attention to Mars, Venus, and Europa exploration. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Scott M. Johnson Fellow in the U.S. Japan Leadership Program Dr. Carr's laboratory affiliations include: Planetary eXploration Lab (PXL) Space Systems Design Lab (SSDL) He is affiliated with the Center for Space Technology and Research at Georgia Tech.

• Materials Process Engineering
• Rapid Solidification
• Additive Manufacturing
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Hani Henein is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering. He obtained his MEng from McGill University (1975) and PhD from UBC (1981), later joining Carnegie-Mellon University before moving to the University of Alberta in 1989. His research integrates ICME, machine learning, and physical modeling to study additive manufacturing, rapid solidification, pipeline steels, and thermophysical properties. Research Focus: Dr. Henein leads projects on ultrasonic atomization, Al-Ce/Al-Sc alloy solidification, hybrid investment casting, and in-situ composite formation for wear-resistant applications. His work emphasizes microstructure control in high-temperature processes and industrial collaborations with Syncrude, EVRAZ, and space agencies (ESA/DLR). Awards & Leadership: Killam Research Fellowship and 5 best paper awards Fellow of 5 major societies (CIM, ASM, CAE, TMS, IOM3) 2019 President of AIME and 2014 President of TMS Education Initiatives: Founded international work-abroad programs (80+ students placed since 2002) and a Dual Degree Program with Université de Lorraine. Currently advises 6 PhD and 7 MSc students on projects spanning rapid solidification, pipeline welding, and lattice composites.

Debbie SeneskyView profile

Associate Professor

• Nanomaterials for Extreme Environments
• High-Temperature Electronics
• Venus Exploration Technology
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Debbie Senesky is an Associate Professor at Stanford University in both the Aeronautics and Astronautics Department and the Electrical Engineering Department, as well as a Senior Fellow at the Precourt Institute for Energy. She serves as the Principal Investigator of the EXtreme Environment Microsystems Laboratory (XLab) and Site Director of nano@stanford. Dr. Senesky received her B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Southern California (2001), followed by M.S. (2004) and Ph.D. (2007) degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to joining Stanford, she held positions at GE Sensing (formerly NovaSensor), GE Global Research Center, and Hewlett Packard. Her research focuses on developing nanomaterials and electronic systems capable of operating in extreme environments, including high-temperature conditions for Venus exploration, microgravity synthesis of nanomaterials, and harsh environment electronics. Dr. Senesky's work bridges multiple disciplines, connecting aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, and space technology to solve challenges in extreme environment applications. Dr. Senesky has made significant contributions to the field of high-temperature electronics, GaN-based sensors, graphene aerogel synthesis in microgravity, and materials for space applications. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of these technologies, particularly for space exploration and extreme environment sensing. Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), NASA (2025) Emerging Leader Abie Award from AnitaB.org (2018) Early Faculty Career Award from NASA (2012) Gabilan Faculty Fellowship Award (2012) Sloan Ph.D. Fellowship (2004-2006) Dr. Senesky actively advises students at all levels, from undergraduate to postdoctoral researchers, and has established herself as a leader in promoting diversity in STEM through her role as Faculty Advisor for the Stanford Chapter of the National Society of Women Engineers. Her collaborative approach is evident in her numerous interdisciplinary projects and partnerships with NASA, industry, and other research institutions. She directs the EXtreme Environment Microsystems Laboratory (XLab), which focuses on developing technologies for operation in extreme environments including high temperature, radiation, and microgravity conditions. The lab's work has applications for space exploration, particularly for Venus missions, as well as terrestrial applications requiring robust electronics.

Jacob LeachmanView profile

Professor

• Cryogenic Hydrogen
• Thermodynamic Properties
• Energy Systems
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Jacob Leachman is a Professor in the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Washington State University (WSU) . He established the HYdrogen Properties for Energy Research (HYPER) laboratory in 2010, the first and only US academic lab focused on cryogenic hydrogen research. With a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2010, University of Wisconsin-Madison), M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (2007, University of Idaho), and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (2005, University of Idaho), his work bridges quantum mechanics and macro-scale energy applications. Academic Journey: University of Idaho (BS/MS), University of Wisconsin-Madison (PhD) Lab Leadership: HYPER Lab (2010–present), first cryogenic hydrogen lab in US academia Technical Contributions: NIST hydrogen standards, SAE J2601 fueling protocol, 3D-printed hydrogen tanks Research Interests center on leveraging hydrogen's quantum properties at cryogenic temperatures for energy systems. Key areas include: Cryogenic hydrogen thermophysical modeling and measurement Hydrogen fueling for aerospace and heavy-duty vehicles Para-orthohydrogen conversion for energy storage Leidenfrost dusting technology for space exploration Scientific Awards include: 2023 WSU Technology with an Impactful Contribution to Society Award 2023 R.B. Scott Award (Cryogenic Engineering Conference) 2021 NASA Artemis Award 2018 Roger W. Boom Award (Cryogenics Society of America) 2008 Western Association of Graduate Schools Distinguished Thesis Award Advising and Intellectual Contributions show his commitment to developing engineers through innovative pedagogy and mentoring. His lab has produced three National Science, Technology, Graduate Research Opportunities (NSTGRO) winners and trained students like Konstantin Matveev, Arezoo Zare, and Satyajit Mojumder. He co-authored Thermodynamic Properties of Cryogenic Fluids (Springer, 2017) and is completing Cool Fuel (Oxford, 2024). HYPER Lab Innovations include: Heisenberg Vortex technology for hydrogen dynamics H2-Flo thermal compression refueling station Cryogenic origami bellows for space applications World’s first 3D-printed liquid hydrogen tank

Smitha VishveshwaraView profile

Professor

• Quantum Condensed Matter Theory
• Strongly Correlated Systems
• Low-Dimensional Physics
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Smitha Vishveshwara is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She holds affiliations with the university’s Materials Research Laboratory and Beckman Institute. Her interdisciplinary work bridges quantum condensed matter theory, biophysics, and artistic expression. PhD in Theoretical Physics (University of California, Santa Barbara, 2002) Postdoctoral Researcher (2002–2005) in the Department of Physics at UIUC Her research focuses on quantum systems, including: Strongly correlated systems in low dimensions (Luttinger liquids, induced superconductivity in nanotubes) Topological order and Majorana fermions in superconductors Quench dynamics in spin chains and optical lattices Microgravity Bose-Einstein condensates and quantum bubbles Biophysics applications (protein networks via percolation theory) Gravitational parallels in quantum Hall systems Recent publications reveal trends in quantum Hall interferometry, Majorana detection schemes, and microgravity condensate dynamics. Awards include the NSF CAREER Award, Simons Fellowship, and APS Fellowship. She teaches courses like “Where the Arts Meets Physics” and has co-created art-science projects such as Quantum Voyages and Quantum Rhapsodies .

Oliver StaadtView profile

Professor

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Computer Graphics
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Prof. Dr. sc. techn. ETH Oliver Staadt is Full Professor of Computer Science and Chair of Visual Computing at the University of Rostock , Germany. Since 2023 he also serves as Director of the Institute for Visual and Analytic Computing within the Faculty of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering . Previously he was Dean (2016–2018) and Vice Dean (2010–2016) of the same faculty. Education Ph.D. in Computer Science, ETH Zürich (2001) M.Sc. in Computer Science, TU Darmstadt (1994) Research Interests Prof. Staadt’s research spans virtual and augmented reality , computer graphics , visualization , telepresence , immersive analytics , and human–computer interaction . A particular focus lies on real-time rendering and display technologies for large high-resolution display systems, depth-image enhancement for RGB-D sensors, and interaction techniques that leverage spatial cognition and eye-tracking. His work is frequently applied to collaborative settings and microgravity environments, including experiments aboard parabolic flights and the International Space Station. Recent Publication Trends Between 2019 and 2021 his output centers on foveated rendering , AR viewpoint guidance , collaborative analytics on wall-sized displays , and embodied interaction metaphors . Earlier work addressed bandwidth-efficient telepresence, depth-image filtering, and physically-based animation. The corpus reveals a steady evolution from fundamental graphics algorithms toward applied immersive systems. Scientific Awards & Honors Fellow of the Eurographics Association Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics (past) Associate Editor, Computers & Graphics (past) Associate Editor, Computer Animation and Virtual Worlds (past) Associate Editor, Frontiers in Virtual Reality (current) Chair, Expert Group on Virtual & Augmented Reality, German Informatics Society (2013–2020) Advising & Funding He has successfully supervised more than ten PhD graduates whose dissertations range from collision detection and physically-based animation to 3D interaction in microgravity and predictive user modeling. Current PhD researchers include Bipul Mohanto, Mana Takhsha, and Sven Kluge. His projects are supported by national and EU programs such as EVOCATION, SMOOTH, ARGuide, 3DPick, DIVA, and Telepresence. Labs & Teams Prof. Staadt leads the Visual Computing Group at Rostock, operating state-of-the-art facilities including large tiled display walls, VR/AR laboratories, and motion-capture systems. The institute hosts interdisciplinary collaborations with partners in visualization, computer vision, psychology, and aerospace engineering.

Jose D'IncaoView profile

Academic

• Ultracold Quantum Gases
• Efimov Physics
• Few-Body Systems
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Jose D'Incao is an Associate Research Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and an Associate Fellow at JILA, a joint institute of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado. His research focuses on ultracold atomic systems, particularly the study of few-body correlations in atomic systems at ultracold temperatures, including Efimov physics and quantum dynamics in Bose-Einstein condensates. His work addresses fundamental challenges in atomic, molecular, and nuclear physics, with applications to quantum control and novel phases of matter. His research interests include the theoretical analysis of three-body recombination processes, universal few-body physics in spinor condensates, and the interplay between coherence and dissipation in ultracold gases. He has contributed to understanding the generalized Efimov effect in one and two dimensions and explored dynamics in systems such as hybrid ion-atom mixtures and optical lattices. Key projects include studies of Efimov states via Feshbach resonances, light-assisted collisions in optical tweezers, and precision measurements of many-body interactions in microgravity. His work often involves collaboration with experimental groups to bridge theoretical predictions with advancements in cold atom technologies. Jose D'Incao has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Binational Science Foundation (BSF) for projects exploring universality in few-body systems and coherent control of Efimov physics. His research has implications for precision metrology, quantum simulation, and the development of novel quantum technologies.

Rodrigo Fernandez GonzaloView profile

Associate Professor

• Physiology
• Skeletal Muscle Physiology
• Space Physiology
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Rodrigo Fernandez Gonzalo is a Docent (Associate Professor) in Physiology and Principal Researcher at the Division of Clinical Physiology, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Karolinska Institutet. He leads the Space and Environmental Physiology research group focusing on skeletal muscle adaptation under various conditions including microgravity, aging, disease, and exercise. His research interests span skeletal muscle physiology, space physiology, and environmental physiology, with particular expertise in how skeletal muscle interacts with other physiological systems. His work employs diverse methodologies including human clinical studies, animal models, and cellular models to investigate functional, metabolic, morphological, molecular, and neural adaptations. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on space physiology applications, particularly how microgravity affects skeletal muscle and immune systems, along with translational applications for clinical populations like those with cerebral palsy. His research integrates molecular analysis, imaging techniques, and physical performance outcomes to develop countermeasures for spaceflight effects. 4.5 MSEK funding from the Swedish National Space Agency (2020) Member of European Space Agency's Life Science Working Group (2022-2026) Member of Space Researchers Sweden (2021-) Dr. Fernandez Gonzalo serves as course responsible for Anatomy and Physiology in the nursing program (since 2018) and Advanced Human Physiology Research in the Master's programme in Translational Physiology and Pharmacology (since 2023). He also teaches Human Spaceflight at KTH and participates in the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Physiology and Medicine of Humans in Space and Extreme Environments. His laboratory utilizes facilities at Karolinska University Hospital and ANA Futura for human, animal, and cellular studies investigating space exposome effects.