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• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• Computational Algebra
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Jordi Guàrdia Rúbies is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics (FME). He is a member of the UPC's STNB research group (Seminari de Teoria de Nombres de Barcelona), specializing in Number Theory and Algebraic Geometry. His work bridges theoretical research with educational innovation, particularly in Open Educational Resources (OER) for STEM fields. Affiliations: UPC, STNB Group, FME. Research Interests: Computational Algebra, Valuation Theory, Modular Forms, Mathematics Education. Recent research focuses on OER development, with contributions to collaborative platforms like Gate2Math. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Algebra and Foundations of Computational Mathematics , addressing topics such as polynomial factorization over Henselian fields and valuation theory applications. Key awards include the Distinció Vicens Vives and UPC Quality Teaching Prize. He leads projects on OER quality assessment and has collaborated on EU-funded initiatives like the Erasmus+ Gate2Math program. His teaching contributions include innovative projects like Aprenentatge de l’Estadística basat en casos pràctics transversals , emphasizing practical case studies in statistics education.

• Operator Algebras
• Quantum Mechanics
• Spectral Theory
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Fernando Lledo Macau is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics at University Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M) . His research focuses on Operator Algebras , Quantum Mechanics , and Spectral Theory , with applications to Graph Theory and Mathematical Physics . Recent publications highlight his work on spectral bracketing , magnetic graphs , and Følner sequences in operator algebras. He investigates discrete weighted graphs , quantum symmetries , and amenability in inverse semigroups. His 2025 article on Isospectral graphs and 2024 work on weighted digraphs reflect trends in geometric and spectral analysis. He supervises theses on topics like coarse geometry and magnetic Laplacian matrices , contributing to grants such as QUITEMAD-CM and 6G-INTEGRATION-3 . His collaborations span institutions in Barcelona , Durham , Münster , and ICMAT .

• Pure and Applied Mathematics
• Algebraic Geometry
• Moduli Spaces
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Dr. David Alfaya Sánchez is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics, ICAI-Comillas, and an Associate Researcher at the Institute for Research in Technology (IIT). He holds a PhD in Mathematics from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2018), with prior degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science (both First National Prizes in their respective areas). His research integrates pure and applied mathematics, focusing on moduli spaces of decorated bundles (Higgs bundles, parabolic structures), Information Geometry, and AI-Math interactions. Education: PhD in Mathematics, UAM (2018) MSc in Mathematics and Applications (2014) MSc in Research & Innovation in ICT (2015) BSc in Mathematics (2013, First National Prize) BSc in Computer Science Engineering (2013, First National Prize) Research Interests: Algebraic Geometry: Moduli spaces of bundles, Higgs bundles, parabolic structures Information Retrieval & Geometry Blockchain technologies Applications of AI to mathematics His work bridges theoretical foundations (e.g., Torelli theorems) with computational tools (e.g., SymPy implementations). Grants & Projects: ERC Synergy Grant: Mathematicae Lingua Franca (2025–2031) Computational methods for moduli spaces (2023–2026) DLT-based distributed networks (2019–2020) Teaching & Innovation: Leads the Maths Team Contest (MTC), fostering collaborative problem-solving. Authored textbooks like Matemáticas Empresariales II and Habilidades Profesionales . Recent Publications: Focus on moduli spaces (e.g., Torelli theorems), AI applications (e.g., neural network sensitivity analysis), and symbolic computation (e.g., λ-ring simplifications).

• Algebra
• Number Theory
• Cryptography
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Anna Rio Doval is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Informatics of Barcelona (FIB) at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). She is a core member of the STNB (Seminari de Teoria de Nombres de Barcelona) research group, which serves as a hub for number theory research connecting UPC with Universitat de Barcelona and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. She earned her Mathematics Degree and Mathematics Doctorate from UPC, establishing a long academic career focused on theoretical mathematics with practical cryptographic applications. Her educational background laid the foundation for her expertise in algebraic structures and number-theoretic methods. Rio Doval's research spans Algebra, Number Theory, and Cryptography , with particular emphasis on Hopf-Galois theory, elliptic curves, and algebraic structures. Her work bridges abstract mathematical concepts with concrete applications in secure communications. Over her career, she has published more than 100 scholarly outputs across diverse formats including journal articles, conference presentations, books, and research projects, demonstrating remarkable productivity and sustained scholarly contribution. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a sophisticated evolution in her research focus, moving from foundational work on Galois representations and elliptic curves to more specialized investigations of Hopf-Galois structures and brace theory. Her current work explores the intricate relationships between algebraic structures of specific sizes (np, 8p) and their implications for field extensions, with applications to both theoretical mathematics and cryptographic implementations. While specific individual awards are not prominently documented in the available information, her sustained research productivity, leadership in the STNB research group, and consistent funding from competitive national and European research programs (including HORIZON 2020) indicate significant recognition within the mathematical community. Professor Rio Doval has maintained extensive collaborative networks throughout her career, with particularly strong partnerships with Teresa Crespo, Montserrat Vela, and Daniel Gil. She has contributed to numerous doctoral theses (including Daniel Gil's thesis on Hopf-Galois structures), though specific student names are not comprehensively listed in the available documentation. Her research funding includes multiple competitive grants from Spain's National Research Plans and Catalan research initiatives. As a key member of the STNB research group, she participates in a vibrant intellectual community that organizes regular seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects. The group's activities foster interdisciplinary connections between pure mathematics and applications in computer science, particularly in cryptographic implementations. Her involvement extends to educational innovation projects aimed at enhancing student engagement and integrating cutting-edge mathematical research into undergraduate and graduate curricula.

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• p-adic Analysis
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Marc Masdeu Sabate is a researcher in the Department of Mathematics, focusing on advanced topics in number theory and algebraic geometry. He is actively involved in academic research, currently leading the project VALORACIONES NO ARQUIMEDIANAS EN GEOMETRIA Y TEORIA DE NUMEROS EXPLICITAS as a Co-Principal Investigator. His work emphasizes p-adic analysis, elliptic curves, and modular forms. Research interests include plectic theory, p-adic singular moduli, and computational methods in arithmetic geometry. Recent contributions involve interdisciplinary approaches to Darmon points and triple-product p-adic L-functions. He collaborates internationally on projects exploring non-Archimedean valuations and their applications in explicit number theory. Masdeu is accepting PhD students and has published extensively in top-tier journals like Advances in Mathematics and Research in Mathematical Sciences . His research integrates automorphic forms with computational experimentation to address foundational questions in arithmetic geometry.

• Iwasawa Theory
• Modular Curves
• Number Theory
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Francesc Bars Cortina is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). He specializes in Iwasawa Theory, Modular Curves, and Number Theory, with a focus on arithmetic properties of modular curves and function fields. He has held continuous research positions since his Ph.D. in 2001 and has been accredited for a Full Professor position by AQU in 2023. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics (2001) and Degree in Mathematics (1995), both from UAB. He conducted postdoctoral research with Christopher Deninger’s team at the University of Münster (1998–2000). Research interests include developing Iwasawa Theory for function fields of positive characteristic and studying modular curves’ automorphism groups. Key contributions include the 2020 paper on the Iwasawa main conjecture for Carlitz cyclotomic extensions and the 2021 paper on automorphism groups of modular curves with square-free levels. Awarded over 150 reviews for MathSciNet and Zentralblatt, and currently reviews Prof. Kazuya Kato’s work. He co-organized workshops like STNB and presented at international conferences (e.g., Zagreb 2023, Busan 2022). Supervised 20 students, including E. Badr. Active in grants like 'VALORACIONES NO ARQUIMEDIANAS' (2021–2025) and earlier projects on arithmetic geometry.

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• Modular Forms
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Josep Gonzalez Rovira is a Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Departament de Matemàtiques at the Escola Politècnica Superior d'Enginyeria de Vilanova i la Geltrú (EPSEVG). His research focuses on Number Theory, Algebraic Geometry, and computational aspects of modular forms and curves. He is a core member of the STNB (Seminari de Teoria de Nombres de Barcelona) research group, contributing to projects like 'Aritmética de funciones L y estructuras de Galois' and 'Técnicas computacionales en teoría de números.' Key research interests include modular curves, elliptic curves, Q-curves, automorphism groups, and applications to cryptography. He has authored over 80 publications, including studies on division polynomials, bielliptic curves, and Frobenius distributions. His work often intersects computational methods, as seen in projects involving SageMath and collaborations on hyperelliptic curves. Josep has advised doctoral students like Santiago Molina (2011) and contributed to grants funded by Spain's Plan Nacional and Catalan agencies. His academic contributions include editorial roles in journals like Experimental Mathematics and Publicacions Matemàtiques , reflecting his leadership in advancing algebraic number theory and arithmetic geometry.

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• Arithmetic Geometry
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Santiago Molina Blanco is an academic affiliated with the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), specifically within the Department of Applied Mathematics IV . His primary research interests span Number Theory , Algebraic Geometry , and Arithmetic Geometry , with a focus on topics like p-adic L-functions, Heegner points, Shimura curves, and Galois representations. He has contributed to over 20 academic activities, including 11 indexed journal articles, 6 competitive R&D projects, and multiple conference presentations. His work often involves collaborations with leading researchers in the field, such as Victor Rotger and Xavier Guitart. His research has been supported by grants like the Plan Nacional de Investigación Científica and the Horizon 2020 program. Notable projects include studying exceptional zeros of p-adic L-functions and exploring the arithmetic of modular abelian varieties. Molina holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0001-9420-2807) and can be reached at santiago.molina@upc.edu. Key contributions include: Development of p-adic L-functions and their applications in number theory. Investigations into the reduction of Heegner points and their implications for arithmetic geometry. Work on equations of Shimura curves and their connections to automorphic forms. He is an active member of the STNB - Seminari de Teoria de Nombres de Barcelona research group and has advised doctoral research, though no named students are listed. His recent publications (2019–2021) emphasize p-adic methods and their role in understanding arithmetic structures.

• Architectural History
• Architectural Theory
• Modernity in Architecture
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Francesco Ranocchi di Cesare is a Lecturer in the Department of History and Art History at the University of Girona, Spain. He holds a PhD in Humanities and Culture from the same institution, awarded in 2015 with distinction Excellent cum laude , and a Master’s in Architecture from Sapienza University of Rome. His academic role is listed as 'Substitute Professor,' indicating a temporary teaching position within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Academic Background: PhD in Humanities and Culture, University of Girona (2015) Master in Humanities Research, University of Girona (2012) Master in Architecture, Sapienza University of Rome (1995) His research focuses on architectural history and theory, particularly the evolution of modernity, design innovation, and the cultural dimensions of architecture. He has published extensively on figures such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Eames, Arne Jacobsen, and Frank Gehry, analyzing themes like ornamentation, industrial design, media representation, and urban transformation. His work appears in journals indexed in the Avery Index, a leading database in architectural literature. The 15 most recent articles reveal a consistent engagement with the intersection of architecture, design, and cultural theory. Key trends include the analysis of modernist legacies, the role of media in architectural self-promotion, and the philosophical underpinnings of design practices. His publications span architectural history, critical theory, and contemporary design discourse, with a strong emphasis on transatlantic influences and the socio-cultural contexts of built environments. Scientific Awards: Master Thesis' Award of the Fondazione Almagià Mention in the international competition Paesaggistica e Linguaggio Grado 0 dell'Architettura Ranocchi has contributed to the editorial boards of prominent architectural journals such as AR , L'Architettura. Cronache e Storia , and L'Architetto Italiano . He has presented at international seminars and conferences in Italy and Spain, including the Incontro Ischitano di Architettura Mediterranea and events on sustainable construction in Girona. He was a member of the scientific and organizing committee for the 1995 Los Angeles Temporary Eternity congress in Rome. He also conducted research at the Università Federico II di Napoli in multimedia design. There is no information available about student advising or research grants. His professional email is francesco.ranocchi@udg.edu.

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• Galois Theory
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Bernat Plans Berenguer is a researcher in the Department of Mathematics at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Escola Tècnica Superior d'Enginyeria Industrial de Barcelona (ETSEIB). His research focuses on algebraic number theory, Galois theory, and arithmetic geometry, with particular emphasis on rationality problems, field extensions, and group actions. He has contributed to foundational studies on Noether’s rationality problem, ramification theory, and special linear group extensions. Plans Berenguer has led and participated in numerous research projects, including those funded by competitive grants from the Catalan Government and Spanish national programs. His work spans pure mathematics, with applications in cryptography and computational algebra. Notable collaborations include projects on algebraic varieties, modular forms, and geometric mechanics through the GEOMVAP research group. He has published extensively in top-tier journals like Proceedings of the American Mathematical Society and Journal of Algebra , and has presented at international conferences such as the Journées Arithmétiques. His research bridges abstract algebraic structures with concrete computational methods in number theory.

• Nuclear Engineering
• Physics
• Scaling
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Victor Manuel Martinez Quiroga is a Researcher at the Department of Physics, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Escola d'Enginyeria de Barcelona Est (EEBE). He holds a Doctorate in Nuclear Engineering and specializes in scaling methodologies, thermal hydraulics, and nuclear safety analysis. His work focuses on validating thermal-hydraulic codes (e.g., RELAP5, LOCUST) through integral experiments like PKL and OECD benchmarks. Key contributions include development of scaling tools (e.g., PVST) and hybrid modeling frameworks for reactor safety analysis. Research interests revolve around: Best Estimate Plus Uncertainty (BEPU) methodologies Loss-of-Coolant Accident (LOCA) analysis Small Modular Reactor (SMR) safety Multi-physics coupling in reactor transients Recent articles highlight advancements in scaling distortion analysis, code validation against experimental data (e.g., PKL-4 benchmark), and application of inverse methods for uncertainty quantification. Active collaborations include the OECD/ETHARINUS and OECD/ATLAS projects. He leads the UPC’s Advanced Nuclear Technologies Research Group (ANT), contributing to national and international nuclear safety initiatives.

• Graph Theory
• Combinatorics
• Discrete Mathematics
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Jose Luis Ruiz Muñoz is a Researcher at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Barcelona School of Informatics (FIB) and the Department of Mathematics. He is a core member of the COMBGRAPH research group focused on Combinatorics, Graph Theory, and Applications. His work spans over three decades, with contributions in graph theory, hypergraphs, combinatorial optimization, and mathematical education. Notable areas include dominating sets in graphs, De Bruijn/Kautz digraphs, and educational tools like EngiMath@UPC for linear algebra. Research interests emphasize theoretical contributions to graph algorithms, hypergraph structures, and their applications in combinatorial optimization. He has co-authored over 20 publications since 1992, including journal articles in Discrete Applied Mathematics , Discussiones Mathematicae Graph Theory , and conference proceedings like Gdansk Workshop on Graph Theory. His work bridges discrete mathematics with practical applications in education and computational systems. Key projects include the EngiMath@UPC platform for engineering mathematics education and foundational studies on hypergraph decomposition. Collaborations span institutions like the University of Almería (Spain), University of Seville, and UPC’s own departments of applied mathematics and engineering.

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Electrical Engineering
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Emilio José Bueno Peña is a full Professor at the Department of Electronics, Universidad de Alcalá, Spain. He leads the GEISER research group (Electronic Engineering Applied to Renewable Energy Systems). His research focuses on power electronics, renewable energy integration, and control systems for distributed generation. He holds a PhD in Electronics from Universidad de Alcalá (2005), supervised by Dr. Francisco Javier Rodríguez Sánchez and Dr. Felipe Espinosa Zapata. His work emphasizes grid-forming converters, smart grid technologies, and thermal modeling of power electronics components using artificial neural networks. Recent contributions include DC/AC interface impedance shaping, mobile charging infrastructure analysis, and adaptive model predictive control for high-efficiency converters. He has published extensively on multilevel converters, virtual synchronous machines, and renewable energy system stability. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in railway systems, wind turbines, and solid-state transformers. No scientific awards are listed, but his work has significant industry and academic impact.

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• Arithmetic Geometry
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Francesc Xavier Xarles Ribas is a mathematician affiliated with the Department of Mathematics at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from UAB (1993) and has held various academic positions including postdoctoral researcher at the University of Southern California and assistant roles at UAB since 1991. His research focuses on number theory, algebraic geometry, and arithmetic geometry, with contributions to topics like arithmetic progressions, p-adic groups, and number fields. He has been involved in multiple research projects funded by Spanish ministries, focusing on non-Archimedean valuations, effective methods in arithmetic geometry, and combinatorial approaches in algebraic geometry. Xarles has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to collaborative projects across international institutions. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 1993 Master’s in Mathematics, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 1988 Research Interests: Number Theory, Algebraic Geometry, Arithmetic Geometry, p-adic Groups, Modular Curves, and Effective Methods in Arithmetic Geometry. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with computational approaches, emphasizing explicit valuations and geometric structures. Recent Projects: VALORACIONES NO ARQUIMEDIANAS EN GEOMETRIA Y TEORIA DE NUMEROS EXPLICITAS (2021-2025) Métodos efectivos en Geometría Aritmética 2 (2016-2021) Collaborations: Works with international researchers on modular curves, Iwasawa theory, and algebraic structures.

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• Number Theory
• Analytic Number Theory
• Spectral Theory of Automorphic Forms
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Fernando Chamizo Lorente is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Sciences, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). With a career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a prominent researcher in number theory and related fields. His work bridges pure mathematics with applications in mathematical physics and harmonic analysis. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (1994), an Expert in University teaching from UAM (2014), and a Master in Theoretical Physics from UAM (2016). Chamizo's research primarily focuses on Analytic Number Theory, with special emphasis on spectral theory of automorphic forms, exponential and character sums, and lattice point problems. His work extends to Algebraic Number Theory and Mathematical Physics, demonstrating the interconnectedness of these fields. He has made significant contributions to understanding the connections between number theory and harmonic analysis, particularly through his work on Fourier series with number-theoretic implications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a continued focus on number-theoretic problems with connections to quantum physics, as seen in works on the quantum Talbot effect, Dirac equation solutions, and expanded quantum infinite wells. His mathematical work spans both pure number theory (sums of squares, Diophantine series) and applied mathematical physics, showing remarkable versatility across disciplines. Chamizo has supervised numerous doctoral students including Adrián Ubis, Elena Cristóbal, Dulcinea Raboso, Serafín Ruiz-Cabello, Carlos Pastor, and José Granados. His research has been supported by grants including MTM2014-56350-P, MTM2017-83496-P, and PID2020-113350GB-I00. He is an active member of the mathematical community, serving on editorial boards including Revista Matemática Iberoamericana and Pensamiento Matemático. He has participated in organizing significant mathematical events such as the Polish-Spanish joint meeting and the Quintas Jornadas de Teoría de Números.