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• Mobile Human-Computer Interaction
• Text Entry Systems
• Accessibility
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Mark D. Dunlop is a Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Strathclyde, UK. With a research career spanning over 30 years since his 1991 PhD on Multimedia Information Retrieval, he has established himself as a leading researcher in mobile human-computer interaction, particularly focusing on text entry systems and accessibility technologies. His research interests center on Mobile Human-Computer Interaction, Text Entry Systems, Accessibility for older adults and people with disabilities, Information Retrieval, Context-Aware Computing, and Assistive Technologies. Dunlop's work has evolved from early foundational research in information retrieval to contemporary applications in mobile health, with a growing emphasis on clinical applications particularly for kidney disease patients and individuals with intellectual disabilities. His research methodology often combines rigorous laboratory studies with real-world evaluations, as evidenced by his work comparing lab versus in-the-wild mobile text entry behavior. Dunlop has been particularly active in developing technologies for special populations, including older adults, people with intellectual disabilities, and clinical patients. His recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare professionals, producing practical applications like tablet-based communication aids for primary care consultations and electronic patient portals for haemodialysis patients. His TEXT2030 initiative shows his forward-looking approach to anticipating future challenges in mobile text entry research. Dunlop has mentored several researchers who have become active contributors in the field, including Ryan Colin Gibson, Al Majed Khan, and Ramsay Meiklem. His work has been consistently published in top venues including CHI, MobileHCI, and ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, demonstrating both academic rigor and practical impact.

• Smart Grid and Smart Energy
• Demand Side Management
• Virtual Power Plants
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Hongjian Sun is Professor and Director of Research in Smart Grid at Durham University's Department of Engineering, where he leads the Durham Smart Grid Laboratory. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Edinburgh and held postdoctoral positions at King's College London and Princeton University. Sun's research encompasses: Demand response and virtual power plant optimization Electric vehicle charging infrastructure management Smart grid communications and IoT integration Renewable energy-grid interface solutions His publications demonstrate consistent focus on energy system digitalization, with recent advancements in digital twins for virtual power plants, reinforcement learning for grid management, and integrated sensing-communication systems. Research integrates theoretical frameworks with practical implementations in microgrid optimization and EV-grid integration. Sun has secured significant research funding from EU H2020, EPSRC, and UK government programs for projects including TESTBED2 (€1.4M), CHEDDAR (£3M), and VPP-WARD (£1.84M). These initiatives develop solutions for grid decarbonization and renewable integration. Honors include Fellowship of Durham Energy Institute and Higher Education Academy. Sun serves on editorial boards for IET Smart Grid and IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, and organizes leading conferences in smart grid communications.

Gregory WelchView profile

Professor

• Simulation and Modeling
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
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Gregory Welch is a Pegasus Professor and AdventHealth Endowed Chair in Healthcare Simulation at the University of Central Florida (UCF), with a primary appointment in the Department of Computer Science within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. He co-directs the UCF Synthetic Reality Laboratory (SREAL) and is affiliated with the UCF Institute for Simulation & Training and the Learning Sciences Faculty Research Cluster. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MS in Computer Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill BS in Electrical Engineering Technology, Purdue University Welch's research focuses on human-computer interaction, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), computer graphics, motion tracking, and simulation technology for healthcare and training applications. He explores areas like user interface design, spatial cognition, and cross-reality systems, emphasizing accessibility and productivity in immersive environments. The 15 most recent publications highlight his work in VR/AR for training systems, user experience, spatial awareness, and cross-reality transitions. Themes include task efficiency, trust in autonomous systems, cognitive residue, social dynamics in VR, and inclusive design. His lab develops technologies like physical-virtual patient systems and adaptive XR interfaces for medical education. Scientific Awards: Fellow, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2022 Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (NAI), 2021 Scroll & Quill Society, UCF, 2021 Virtual Reality Technical Achievement Award, IEEE, 2018 Luminary Award, UCF, 2017 Research Incentive Award, UCF, 2017 Welch's leadership includes directing SREAL and contributing to NSF-funded initiatives like the Virtual Experience Research Accelerator (VERA). His work has generated over 25 patents and 140 publications, with applications in healthcare, robotics, and smart environments.

• Human-Machine Interaction
• Extended Reality (XR) Technologies
• Sustainability
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Valeria Orso is an Assistant Professor at the University of Padova. Her research focuses on Human-Machine Interaction in Industry 5.0, Extended Reality (XR) technologies, and their applications in marketing and sustainable development. She explores how technology can enhance workplace well-being, consumer experiences, and disaster preparedness through innovative approaches like augmented reality and mixed reality systems. Her research interests span across multiple disciplines including sustainable energy awareness, ergonomic design for aging populations, and the ethical implications of automation in workplaces. Key projects include virtual training for flood emergencies and the development of hybrid technologies for urban resilience. Her recent work highlights trends in AR-driven retail innovation, generational differences in sustainability awareness, and the role of technology in fostering safer human-robot collaborations. She has contributed to interdisciplinary studies bridging engineering, social science, and healthcare through over 50 publications. No scientific awards have been listed for Prof. Orso. Her advisory work focuses on integrating participatory design methods with video-analysis to drive employee-centric innovation in industrial settings. She has been involved in collaborative projects like the Hybrid and Sustainable Worlds initiative and the SHIP Project for inclusive urban park design. Her lab work emphasizes real-world applications such as smart home systems for fragile populations and IoT solutions for healthcare monitoring.

Simone BorsciView profile

Associate Professor

• Human Factors and Ergonomics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Medical Device Development
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Simone Borsci is an Associate Professor at the University of Twente's Digital Society Institute, specializing in Human Factors, AI, and Medical Device Development. He leads major EU projects like PROTECT-CHILD (pediatric genomics), ERJU Transport (rail human factors), and SepsPic (diagnostics). His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, focusing on user-centered design for healthcare systems, transport automation, and inclusive technologies. Research interests include Human-AI collaboration, usability evaluation of conversational agents, and resilience engineering in complex systems. Notable contributions include the Chatbot Usability Scale (BUS-11) and frameworks for clinical pathway mapping. He co-leads initiatives like the Lean and Agile Multi-dimensional Process (LAMP) for healthcare tech development and the Human Factors Co-Creation Methodology for user requirements engineering. Recent publications highlight advancements in mixed reality UX assessment, ethical AI dialogue systems, and scoping reviews on rail automation challenges. Active in interdisciplinary collaboration, he chairs international conferences (IS-EUD) and serves on expert boards for resilience research and transport innovation. His work aligns with UN SDGs 3 (Health), 9 (Industry), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 17 (Partnerships). Key grants include Horizon Europe funding for pediatric transplant research (PROTECT-CHILD, €6M) and rail safety innovation (ERJU, €5M). Advises on digital policy for public administrations and co-develops tools like eGLU-Box for web usability testing. Current projects explore AI explainability (XAI), human-robot collaboration in industry, and sepsis diagnostics through photonics.

Anne McbrideView profile

Professor

• Employment Relations
• Healthcare Management
• Gender and Diversity
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Anne Mcbride serves as Professor of Employment Relations within the Department of People, Management and Organisation at Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. Her academic profile centers on healthcare workforce inequalities, gender and diversity in employment relations, and skill mix implementation in primary care settings across global contexts. Her research interests integrate intersectionality frameworks to analyze structural bases of inequality in healthcare management, focusing on occupational segregation along gendered and racialized lines. This work examines how employers, managers, and HR professionals perpetuate systemic inequities while identifying pathways for transformative change that extends beyond traditional equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives. Mcbride's publication trends reveal consistent focus on skill mix transformation in primary care (2022-2024), industrial relations through intersectional lenses (2023-2024), and academic engagement with policy practitioners (2021-2025). Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary reach across healthcare management, industrial relations, and gender studies with strong policy relevance. The Role of Routines in the Implementation of Skill-mix Change in General Practice (2024) As primary supervisor for four PhD candidates between 2008-2017, Mcbride has guided research on industrial relations in African railways, union renewal strategies, Caribbean skill formation, and public sector employee participation in Brunei. She co-investigated two major research projects: 'An Investigation of the Scale, Scope and Impact of Skill Mix Change in Primary Care' (2018-2020) and 'Collaboration for leadership in Applied Health Research and Care' (2014-2019), securing significant research funding for healthcare workforce studies. Her academic activities include organizing the BUIRA Study Group workshop on intersectionality (2023) and delivering keynote presentations on feminism in industrial relations (2021) and reflexive academic engagement (2023, 2025), demonstrating active leadership in her research community.

Rui HeView profile

Lecturer

• International Education
• Cross-cultural Psychology
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
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Rui He is a Lecturer in Education at the Manchester Institute of Education (MIE), The University of Manchester. She coordinates the MIE Postgraduate Academic Enlightenment Programme (PAE), serves as Social Responsibility Lead at MIE, and is a member of the SEED Social Responsibility Committee. She founded the Eastern Higher Education Research Network (ETHER) and contributes to the China and Higher Education Network (ChinaHE), as well as the HERE@Manchester and Education and Psychology research groups. Her research focuses on international students’ acculturation, mental health, and social connections, particularly through service learning and global citizenship education. Dr. He teaches on the MA International Education programme, including units like Engaging with Educational Research and Intercultural Engagement at Work , which incorporates student work placements. She holds a PhD and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals addressing quality education and reduced inequalities. Recent projects include the Connect&Contribute initiative promoting student socio-cultural engagement and the BeePart project exploring international students’ work placements. She has supervised PhD candidates researching topics such as international students’ multicultural group work experiences and global citizenship education in China. Dr. He’s awards include a Commended Award in the Making a Difference Awards for Social Responsibility (2025) and a nomination for the BERA SIG Best Presentation Award (2023). Her research outputs span international education, cross-cultural psychology, and innovative teaching methods.

Saverio PeruginiView profile

Professor

• Computer Science
• Programming Languages
• Artificial Intelligence
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Saverio Perugini is a Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Ave Maria University, leading the computer science program since 2022. Previously, he spent 18 years as a faculty member at the University of Dayton, where he held roles including undergraduate program director. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Virginia Tech in 2004. His research focuses on functional programming, engineering interactive computing systems, and applying programming language concepts to novel domains like human-computer interaction. Perugini is a Senior Member of the ACM and IEEE Computer Society. He has published extensively, including a textbook Programming Languages: Concepts and Implementation (2023), and co-authored a NSF-funded project (2017–2022) on active learning in computer science education. His work emphasizes practical, hands-on teaching, integrating programming with problem-solving and computational thinking. He has advised numerous students and contributed to curriculum development, including courses on programming languages, operating systems, and artificial intelligence. Perugini’s funded research includes a $299,864 NSF grant for active learning in STEM education. He also leads initiatives like the Ave Maria Computer Science program, emphasizing ethical and humanistic approaches to technology. His research and teaching align with Catholic educational values, fostering intellectual curiosity and moral integrity in students.

Carsten LanquillonView profile

Research Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
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Prof. Carsten Lanquillon is a Research Professor at Heilbronn University, specializing in Language Technologies and Cognitive Assistance Systems within the Department of Business Informatics. He leads the Center for Industrial AI (iAI), a Carl Zeiss Foundation-funded initiative addressing AI implementation challenges for medium-sized enterprises. His expertise spans Business Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Conversational AI with a focus on applying AI in industrial production processes. Key research areas include cognitive assistance systems, anomaly detection, and ethical AI frameworks. His work bridges academia and industry through collaborative projects like the iAI Center, which promotes sustainable AI adoption in regional manufacturing. Research emphasizes practical solutions for AI integration, including secure large language model adaptation, generative AI applications, and hybrid intelligence systems combining human and machine capabilities. Recent efforts explore explainable AI, digital twin integration, and user transparency in industrial contexts. Lanquillon's contributions include process models for data science projects and frameworks for knowledge-grounded NLP systems. He actively publishes on topics ranging from energy-efficient deep learning to interactive quality analysis tools in automotive industries. His research often combines technical innovation with user-centric design principles to ensure practical applicability.

Zoe LindenfeldView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health Policy
• Health Inequities
• Substance Use Disorders
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Zoe Lindenfeld, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University , specializing in health policy and services research. Her work focuses on mitigating health inequities for individuals with substance use disorders through mixed-methods research, including qualitative, quantitative, and geospatial analyses. Dr. Lindenfeld holds a Ph.D. in Public Health Policy and Management from NYU School of Global Public Health and a B.S. from Cornell University . Her research explores harm reduction approaches in clinical settings, racial disparities in substance use treatment availability, telemedicine feasibility for opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment, and fiscal determinants of overdose mortality. Her studies highlight the intersection of healthcare access, policy, and social determinants of health. Notable areas include evaluating hospital-community partnerships for care coordination, analyzing trends in substance use treatment facilities, and examining how local government expenditures impact overdose deaths. She advocates for evidence-based solutions to address systemic inequities in healthcare delivery and policy. Dr. Lindenfeld’s publications span health policy , health inequities , telemedicine , and social policy , with a focus on opioid use disorder and marginalized populations. Her work aims to inform decisions by policymakers, health system leaders, and practitioners to improve service distribution and reduce disparities. She has collaborated with institutions such as the Northpoint Health and Wellness Center and participated in payment reform initiatives in states like Oregon and New York. Her research emphasizes actionable insights for hospitals, community organizations, and government entities to strengthen healthcare systems.

Lisette van BeekView profile

Researcher

• Climate Policy
• Environmental Governance
• Public Participation
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Dr. Lisette van Beek is a postdoctoral researcher at the Urban Futures Studio within the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development at Utrecht University. Her work focuses on climate policy, environmental governance, and the role of narratives and discourse in shaping climate futures. She holds a PhD in Climate Imaginaries (2019–2023), supervised by Prof. Maarten Hajer and Prof. Detlef van Vuuren, and is currently exploring the transformative role of universities in the climate crisis through her postdoc project funded by Pathways to Sustainability. Her research integrates critical interpretive analysis with transdisciplinary collaborations involving artists, policymakers, and citizens. Notable projects include the CLIMAGINARIES initiative examining Integrated Assessment Models (IAMs) and the development of a citizen engagement tool for Dutch climate policy. She also coordinates the Mixed Classroom on Just Transitions and blogs about reimagining universities in the Climate University Express series. Van Beek’s publications emphasize the socio-political dimensions of climate modeling, governance, and participatory processes. Her work has been featured in journals like Environmental Science and Policy , Global Environmental Change , and Energy Research and Social Science . She received the Pathways to Sustainability Award in 2021.

Mark StephanView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Policy
• Urban Governance
• Environmental Justice
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Mark Stephan is an Associate Professor of Political Science in the School of Politics, Philosophy, and Public Affairs at Washington State University Vancouver. His research focuses on environmental policy, urban governance, and environmental justice, with extensive work on climate change governance through polycentric frameworks. He employs mixed-methods approaches combining quantitative analysis with survey and interview research across US and international contexts including Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Kenya, and Switzerland. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Politics, Princeton University M.A. in Politics, Princeton University B.A. in Psychology, University of California, Santa Cruz Stephan's research examines environmental information disclosure systems , toxic waste regulation , and cross-jurisdictional climate governance , often analyzing how polycentric arrangements affect environmental outcomes. His fieldwork spans industrial emissions monitoring, estuarine recovery initiatives, and comparative analyses of environmental justice frameworks across diverse cultural contexts. Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a concentrated focus on polycentric governance efficacy in climate policy, with significant attention to industrial greenhouse gas emissions, urban ecosystem management, and the intersection of cultural factors with environmental policy implementation. His work consistently bridges political science theory with practical governance challenges in environmental management. Dr. Stephan has secured major research funding including an NSF grant for a multi-year study on climate change governance analyzing state-local connections. He actively mentors graduate students in political science and has served as President of the Board of Governors for Portland's City Club, the city's oldest civic organization, demonstrating strong community engagement. He leads the Portland-Vancouver ULTRA-Ex project evaluating governance-environmental quality relationships in urban ecosystems and contributes to international environmental policy dialogues through edited volumes covering Mongolia, Kenya, and Switzerland. His current work emphasizes translating polycentric governance theory into actionable climate adaptation strategies.

Clemens Nylandsted KlokmoseView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Collaborative Systems
• Ubiquitous Computing
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Clemens Nylandsted Klokmose is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University. His research focuses on collaborative systems, ubiquitous computing, and human-computer interaction, particularly in educational and cross-device contexts. He leads projects such as CoTinker and CCTD (Center for Computational Thinking & Design) , aiming to enhance computational thinking and adaptive interfaces. Klokmose’s work spans hybrid collaboration tools, gesture-based analytics platforms, and participatory design methodologies. Selected projects include DashSpace (2025) for immersive analytics, TableBot (2024) for telepresence robotics, and MyWebstrates (2024) for local-first software. He collaborates extensively with educators and researchers to bridge theory and practice in computing education. His contributions address challenges in multi-device ecosystems, adaptive UI design, and ethical AI integration. He has been involved in research initiatives since 2012, including Shared Surfaces and PLACED , exploring activity-centric digital services. His work emphasizes user-centered design principles and real-world applicability across domains like libraries, classrooms, and workplaces.

Lucio IsaView profile

Professor

• Soft Materials
• Colloidal Systems
• Fluid Interfaces
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Prof. Dr. Lucio Isa is a Full Professor of Soft Materials and Interfaces at ETH Zurich's Department of Materials. His research focuses on colloidal systems, fluid interfaces, and active matter, with applications in soft materials engineering and nanotechnology. He holds leadership roles in initiatives like Swiss Soft Days to foster soft matter research in Switzerland. Education & Career: PhD in Soft Matter Physics (University of Edinburgh, 2008) Masters in Nuclear Engineering (Polytecnico di Milano, 2004) Postdoctoral roles at ETH Zurich (2008–2013), UC Santa Barbara (2012), and promotions to SNSF Assistant Professor (2013), Associate Professor (2019), and Full Professor (2024). Research Interests: Prof. Isa investigates colloidal particles, fluid interfaces, and responsive materials. Key areas include Colloidal gels and their mechanical properties Active matter dynamics in confined environments Surface-driven assembly of soft particles Applications in biocompatible materials and microfluidics Awards & Honors: Recognized with prestigious grants and awards such as the ERC Consolidator Grant (2020), Vernon Harrison Award (2008), and multiple Marie Curie fellowships. He is an EPJ Distinguished Referee (2017) and Soft Matter Lectureship awardee (2015). Teaching & Labs: Teaches courses in materials science, statistical thermodynamics, and surface science. Leads the Laboratory for Soft Materials and Interfaces, pioneering studies on microswimmers, adaptive systems, and colloidal assembly.

Vicky WardView profile

Professor

• Knowledge Mobilisation
• Policy Analysis
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Vicky Ward is a Professor of Management at the University of St Andrews Business School, where she also serves as Director of Impact and Innovation. Her research focuses on knowledge mobilisation, examining how academic and professional knowledge is applied in policy, practice, and interprofessional collaboration. She specializes in knowledge brokering, embedded research initiatives, and parliamentary research services. She leads the RURU Network (Researching and Understanding Research Use) and chairs the UK Knowledge Mobilisation Forum. Her work spans frameworks for knowledge translation, the role of researchers in organizations, and the mobilisation of knowledge in healthcare contexts, including naturopathic practices. Ward has contributed to international studies on legislative research mechanisms and the design of collaborative research projects. Her research emphasizes practical application through frameworks like the SUFFICE framework for gathering service user experiences and principles for research coproduction. She has explored gender equality interventions in academic medicine and evaluated large-scale health research programs like the ASPIRE initiative.