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• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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Philipp Schlatter is a Professor in the Department of Mechanics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, turbulence, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), with expertise in high-performance computing and direct numerical simulations (DNS). He leads projects involving scalable CFD frameworks like Neko and Nek5000, and investigates turbulent boundary layers, flow control, and coherent flow structures. His work includes experimental and numerical studies of wing profiles, rotating systems, and transition dynamics. Schlatter teaches courses on computational fluid dynamics and turbulence, emphasizing both theoretical and practical aspects of fluid mechanics. Key research interests include developing numerical methods for high-fidelity simulations, understanding turbulence mechanisms, and optimizing flow control strategies. His contributions span aerodynamics, heat transfer, and the application of machine learning to fluid dynamics problems. Schlatter collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects, leveraging advanced computing resources to address complex fluid flow phenomena. Publications highlight advancements in DNS frameworks, Bayesian optimization for flow control, and analysis of turbulent structures in pipe and boundary layer flows. His research also addresses challenges in measurement techniques and uncertainty quantification in CFD simulations.

• Robotics
• Autonomous Systems
• Formal Methods
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Jana Tumova is an Associate Professor at the Division of Robotics, Perception and Learning, KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on designing algorithms for safe, purposeful autonomous systems using formal methods to ensure rigorous specifications and guarantees. Applications span autonomous driving, UAV exploration, and network control. She teaches courses like Artificial Intelligence (DD2380) and leads the Robotics, Reading Group (FDD3316) . Her work emphasizes formal methods integration with AI, safety-critical control, and human-robot interaction. Notable research directions include risk-aware planning, belief space control, and contingency planning under uncertainty. She has published extensively on motion planning, robust control synthesis, and multi-agent systems. Key technical contributions include techniques like Belief Control Barrier Functions , Backward Underapproximate Reachability (BURNS) , and Transitional Grid Maps . She actively participates in interdisciplinary initiatives like the Control for Societal-Scale Challenges: Roadmap 2030 .

Daniel EdlerView profile

Researcher

• Network Science
• Biodiversity
• Ecological Modeling
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Daniel Edler is a Researcher and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Physics, Umeå University. His work focuses on network science, biodiversity analysis, and ecological modeling, with a particular emphasis on developing computational tools for community detection and biogeographical mapping. He contributes to interdisciplinary research, integrating methods from computer science, ecology, and information theory. Edler leads the development of Infomap Bioregions, a tool for mapping biogeographical regions using species distribution data, and CoordinateCleaner, which standardizes biological occurrence records. His research also explores threats to Madagascar’s biodiversity and the interplay between socio-political factors and biodiversity data availability through tools like Bio-Dem. He has co-developed raxmlGUI 2.0, a phylogenetic analysis interface, and contributes to the Infomap software package for network analysis. Edler’s publications highlight themes in higher-order network flows, multilayer community detection, and ecological network modules. His work appears in journals such as Science , American Journal of Botany , and Methods in Ecology and Evolution . He is an active member of the Complex Systems research group at Umeå University.

Hadas Kress-GazitView profile

Professor

• Robotics
• Formal Methods
• Automation
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Hadas Kress-Gazit is the Geoffrey S.M. Hedrick Sr. Professor at the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical and Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania in 2008 and has been at Cornell since 2009. Her research focuses on formal methods for robotics and automation, particularly synthesis of verifiable robot controllers for complex tasks. She explores modular robots, soft robots, and swarms, integrating ideas from robotics, formal methods, control theory, and computational linguistics. Research Interests: Formal Specifications, Robot Task Verification, Feedback Mechanisms in Robotics Awards: IEEE Fellow, multiple awards for research, teaching, and advocacy Her work emphasizes bridging interdisciplinary gaps to advance autonomous systems. Recent talks include discussions on high-level verifiable robotics specifications and multi-robot systems.

• Nuclear Chemistry
• Hydrometallurgy
• Materials Recycling
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Professor Teodora Retegan Vollmer leads the Nuclear Chemistry and Industrial Materials Recycling unit at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. Her research focuses on the chemical safety of advanced nuclear reactor systems , including fuel-coolant-cladding interactions under normal and extreme scenarios, and novel nuclear fuel pathways via Partitioning for Transmutation (P&T) . She also drives hydrometallurgical innovations for materials recycling, particularly in WEEE (waste electrical and electronic equipment) and mining tailings. Her work spans European Commission (EC) projects like A-CINCH for nuclear education, SAFETY for accident-tolerant fuels, and RareGreen for sustainable rare earth processing. She collaborates closely with industry through platforms like ENEN (European Nuclear Education Network) and ANItA (Academic-Industrial Nuclear Technology Initiative). Key Research Themes: Nuclear Reactor Safety (Lead/Bismuth Coolants) Advanced Fuel Development (Uranium Nitride, Thorium Doping) Rare Earth Recovery (Neodymium Magnets, Fluorescent Lamps) Solvent Extraction (BTBP Ligands, TODGA, Cyanex 572) Urban Mining (E-Waste Recycling) Notable Projects: ENEN2plus (2022–2026) SKILLS4NUCLEAR (2024–2028) PASCAL (2020–2024)

• Expressive Speech Synthesis
• Multimodal Interaction
• Prosody Control
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Éva Székely is an Assistant Professor and Researcher at the Division of Speech, Music and Hearing at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Her work focuses on expressive speech synthesis, multimodal interaction, and the application of synthetic speech in human-robot and conversational systems. She teaches the course 'Human Perception for Information Technology (DM2350)'. Her research interests include adapting synthetic speech to situational context, analyzing prosody and pragmatic functions, and investigating ethical implications of synthetic voice design. Notable projects involve developing tools like ConnecTone for modular AAC systems and CreakVC for voice modulation. She has contributed to foundational studies on gender diversity in synthetic voices and the impact of disfluencies on speaker perception. Recent work explores spontaneous speech synthesis, controllable TTS with neural HMMs, and the integration of gesture and speech synthesis using flow matching techniques. Her research often bridges technical innovation with human-centered design principles.

• Interaction Design
• Music Technology
• Live Coding
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Professor Palle Dahlstedt is affiliated with the University of Gothenburg's Interaction Design department. His work bridges music technology, live coding, and interdisciplinary performance. He specializes in gestural interactions, algorithmic creativity, and systems for collaborative improvisation. Key projects include the Bucket System, OtoKin, and research on live coding frameworks. Research interests focus on creative technologies in music and performance, with emphasis on real-time systems, human-computer interaction, and artistic collaboration. Dahlstedt has published extensively in venues like NIME, ICLC, and Evolutionary Intelligence, addressing topics ranging from hybrid piano design to generative storytelling. Notable contributions include the Biosphere Code Manifesto (2015), exploring algorithms in environmental contexts, and the Electroacoustic Modular Ecosystem (2020). His work often involves cross-disciplinary collaborations with dancers, musicians, and technologists. Performance highlights include jury-selected NIME performances (2015) and collaborations with artists like Gino Robair and Tim Perkis. Dahlstedt actively participates in international festivals and conferences, advancing the field of computational creativity and artistic research.

• Software Engineering
• Decision Models
• Framework Evolution
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Michael Mattsson is a Professor in the Department of Software Engineering at Blekinge Institute of Technology (Faculty of Computing). His research focuses on software engineering practices, particularly in decision models for asset selection, framework evolution, and software architecture evaluation. Industrial collaboration and empirical validation are central to his work. Research Themes: Decision models, framework stability, quality attribute trade-offs, and industrial software evaluation. Projects: Completed the VITS project on test data visualization and contributed to the ORION project (funded by the Knowledge Foundation). Publications: Key topics include asset selection surveys, framework evolution comparisons, and systematic mapping studies in software engineering.

Kent PalmkvistView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Electronics
• Mixed-Signal Electronics
• FPGA Design
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Kent Palmkvist is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering (ISY) and the Division of Electronics and Computer Engineering (ELDA). His work bridges research and education in digital, analog, and mixed-signal electronics, with a focus on programmable systems and processor design. Research Interests: Digital and mixed-signal circuit design FPGA-based high-performance computing Asynchronous (GALS) system architectures Low-power and energy-efficient design techniques Calibration and testing of high-resolution ADCs Hardware implementation of signal processing algorithms His recent publications highlight expertise in large-scale FFT implementations on FPGAs and innovative design flows for asynchronous systems, indicating a strong focus on hardware efficiency and scalability. Scientific Contributions: Pioneered design methodologies for integrating asynchronous modules using conventional synchronous tools Developed high-throughput FFT architectures capable of processing 1 million points on a single FPGA Advanced calibration techniques for flash ADCs using histogram methods Advising and Grants: While no formal students or grant details are listed in the provided text, his collaborative publications suggest active engagement in research teams and potential supervision of graduate students. His work likely involves industry and research collaborations, given the applied nature of his research and ISY’s emphasis on industrial partnerships. Labs and Teams: Kent Palmkvist is a key member of the Division of Electronics and Computer Engineering (ELDA), where he contributes to research in advanced electronic systems. The division conducts cutting-edge work in both analog and digital domains, supporting a collaborative environment for innovation in electronics and computing.

• Industrial Biotechnology
• Biocatalysis and Enzyme Technology
• Biochemicals
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Rajni Hatti-Kaul is a Professor at the Division of Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology, Faculty of Engineering (LTH), Lund University, Sweden. She is an active researcher in industrial biotechnology, focusing on sustainable production of bio-based chemicals and materials. Her research interests include biocatalysis, enzyme technology, metabolic engineering, bioprocess development, and circular bioeconomy . Her work contributes significantly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in environmental sustainability and responsible innovation. The recent publication trends show a strong focus on bio-based platform chemicals (e.g., FDCA), valorization of waste streams (e.g., glycerol, PolyAl), enzyme discovery, and sustainable material design . Her team employs microbial engineering, fermentation optimization, and green chemistry principles to develop low-carbon industrial solutions. Swedish Chemical Engineers Association award (2010) She leads multiple externally funded research projects and supervises numerous graduate students. Her collaborative network spans interdisciplinary research groups at Lund University, including involvement in the Lund University Pre Pilot Plant (LUPPP). She actively organizes scientific events on synthetic biology and sustainability. Her laboratory focuses on developing modular cell factories for high-value chemical production with minimal pollution, integrating biocatalysis, fermentation, and downstream processing for scalable and sustainable biomanufacturing.

• Automation
• Discrete Event Systems
• Supervisory Control
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Martin Fabian is a Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering , Chalmers University . As Head of the Automation research group , he leads research initiatives in automation and discrete event systems. His research focuses on Supervisory control theory Formal verification Cyber-physical systems Robotics Manufacturing automation Recent publications (2024) highlight advancements in timed automata synthesis, smart contract verification, and disturbance-handling controller design. Earlier works (2023-2022) explore compositional algorithms, automated driving safety, and vehicle routing optimization.

• Electroacoustic Music
• Experimental Composition
• Live Electronics
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Lars Bröndum is a Senior Lecturer in Music at the University of Skövde 's School of Informatics , specifically within the Department of Information Technology . He explores the intersection of acoustic instruments and electronic sound through live performance and composition. Co-founder of Antennae Media record label Board member in Fylkingen (new music society) and Swedish ICEM section Active in EMS (Swedish Electroacoustic Music) network Bröndum's research focuses on electroacoustic improvisation , graphic notation , and modular synthesis . He develops procedural frameworks that combine aleatoric techniques with live electronics , often using Max/MSP for algorithmic composition. His work critiques neoliberal cultural production through sonic experimentation. Recent artistic outputs include Suspended in the Pit (2019) examining electroacoustic aesthetics and Descending into the NOW! (2024) exploring live improvisation. He has published in Open Cultural Studies and PARSE Journal on topics connecting sound spatialization to political themes. Recipient of Swedish Art Council grants Multiple awards for experimental music from SOM Bröndum's pedagogical approach integrates digital transformation and creative technology in music education, reflected in his course coordination roles. He maintains active performance collaborations with ensembles like The Aleatoric Chamber Ensemble and ReSurge.

Wanjun ChuView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Design for Sustainability
• Sustainable Behavior Transitions
• Circular Economy
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Wanjun Chu is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Linköping University (LiU), specializing in design for sustainability and human-AI interaction. His research bridges sustainable behavior transitions, circular economy, and the implications of Automation, Autonomous systems, and AI (A3) in product/service systems. He holds a PhD in Design for Sustainability, with prior roles including Universitetslektor at LiU's Department of Computer and Information Science (2021–2023) and current work at Scania AB's R&D focusing on autonomous transport solutions. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Interaction Design Master of Science in Sustainable Development PhD in Design for Sustainability (LiU) Research Interests: Chu’s work emphasizes sustainable behavior at individual and socio-technical levels, leveraging theories like Activity Theory and Social Practice Theory. Key projects include the AIDA modular robot for sustainability education, Returnable Packaging Services analysis, and frameworks for designing anti-littering interventions. He actively engages in HA3I (Human-AI Interaction) projects. Teaching: Chu has led courses such as User Driven Product Development and co-created Design for Sustainable Everyday Life . His teaching spans design for sustainability, user-centered design, and interaction design/UX at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Current Role & Projects: At Scania AB, he designs product-service systems for autonomous transport. His AIDA platform bridges AI techniques with user-centered methods, enabling rapid prototyping of human-AI interactions. He also contributes to pedagogical innovation through LiU’s PUG funds. Labs & Collaborations: Collaborations include RMIT Australia (sustainable food packaging), UZH Switzerland (S-HCI frameworks), and LEAD incubators (AIDA education projects).

Richard William LindellView profile

Associate Professor

• Interaction Design
• Computer Science
• Electroacoustic Music
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Richard William Lindell is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. He is a multidisciplinary academic and artist, combining expertise in code craftsmanship with creative practice in electroacoustic music composition and experience design. His research focuses on interaction design, and he actively engages in artistic collaborations such as the Resonance of Darkness II exhibition with Anna Berglind, where he contributes sound pieces using Eurorack modular systems, flute, and bass flute. His artistic work explores intersections between technology, subculture, and high culture, exemplified by his use of Buchla modular synthesizers during studio sessions at the Royal College of Music. He has released experimental music collections like Études électroniques trois and contributes to immersive audio experiences for art installations.

Nooshin NosratiView profile

Research Fellow

• Hardware Design and Modeling
• Computer Architecture
• Embedded Systems Reliability
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Nooshin Nosrati is a Digital Futures Postdoctoral Fellow at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, where she leads the "Lego Inspired accessible and automated design framework for demanding Edge AI Systems" project (21 August 2024 – 31 May 2026). Her research focuses on developing the SiLago framework, a modular ASIC design automation tool achieving 10X-100X energy efficiency gains over GPUs/FPGAs. The project bridges system-level implementation with application synthesis for industrial Edge AI applications. She completed her Ph.D. in Digital Electronic Systems at the University of Tehran, with a thesis on hybrid reliability provisions in embedded systems . Her expertise includes hardware modeling, VLSI, and system architecture design. Supervisors: Main Supervisor: Ahmed Hemani (Full Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, KTH) Co-Supervisor: Artur Podobas (Associate Professor, Division of SCS, School of EECS, KTH) Project Context: Funded by KTH's Digital Futures initiative, the work aligns with societal goals in digitalized industry and cooperative research. The SiLago framework integrates computation, storage, and interconnect requirements to streamline ASIC design from application-level concepts to manufacturable silicon.