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• Algebraic Geometry
• Number Theory
• Representation Theory
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Andreas Bode is a Research Fellow at the University of Wuppertal, where he is part of the group led by Sascha Orlik in the Department of Mathematics. His research focuses on D-modules on rigid analytic spaces, integrating geometric representation theory and nonarchimedean geometry. His research interests span several areas of algebraic geometry and number theory, including the study of p-adic differential operators, nonarchimedean geometry, and representation theory. He explores the interplay between D-modules and rigid analytic spaces, contributing to the understanding of holonomicity, Auslander regularity, and the application of almost mathematics in p-adic contexts. His work bridges geometric and analytic approaches to problems in nonarchimedean settings. Bode's recent publications include advancements in the theory of Auslander regularity for p-adic structures, contributions to the holonomicity of D-cap-modules on rigid analytic spaces, and explorations into locally analytic representations of p-adic groups. His work often intersects with homological algebra and functional analysis, reflecting a deep engagement with both theoretical and methodological challenges in nonarchimedean geometry. He has not been mentioned as having received any scientific awards in the provided texts. Bode's current role as a postdoctoral researcher does not involve formal academic advising of students. No grants are specifically mentioned in the provided information. He is affiliated with the Algebra and Number Theory group at the University of Wuppertal, collaborating with colleagues such as Sascha Orlik and contributing to the broader research community in nonarchimedean geometry.

Urs HartlView profile

Professor

• Arithmetic Geometry
• Algebraic Number Theory
• Representation Theory
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Prof. Dr. Urs Hartl is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Münster, affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science. He is an Investigator in Mathematics Münster and a member of the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1442 'Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity.' His research focuses on arithmetic geometry, representation theory, algebraic number theory, and arithmetic of function fields. He holds a prominent position in the field, contributing to areas such as Shimura varieties, p-adic Hodge theory, and the Langlands program. Affiliations: Member of CRC 1442 Geometry Investigator in Mathematics Münster Research Interests: Arithmetic algebraic geometry Algebraic number theory Arithmetic of function fields Structure theory of Shimura varieties p-adic Hodge theory p-adic Langlands programme Model theory Recent Publications: Hartl's recent work includes studies on moduli stacks of global G-shtukas, periods of Drinfeld modules, and p-adic Galois representations. His research emphasizes foundational contributions to arithmetic geometry and number theory, often involving collaborations with leading mathematicians such as Rajneesh Kumar Singh and Eva Viehmann. Grants & Advising: Hartl’s involvement in CRC 1442 reflects his leadership in geometric research. While specific advising details are not provided, his extensive publications suggest active mentorship in advanced mathematical research. Labs/Teams: Collaborates within the Mathematics Münster research group and the CRC 1442 team, focusing on geometric and arithmetic structures.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
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Marc Erich Latoschik is a Professor in the Department of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Würzburg, Germany. He previously held roles at Bayreuth University, Bielefeld University, and FHTW Berlin. His research focuses on virtual and augmented reality, embodiment, human-computer interaction, and applications in health, education, and social systems. Education: Completed his PhD in 2001 at Bielefeld University with a thesis on multimodal interaction in virtual reality. Research Interests: Embodied interaction, virtual embodiment, presence and plausibility in VR/AR, avatar design, social virtual reality, health applications (e.g., VR therapy for body image issues), and XR security/privacy. Active in developing frameworks like Reality Stack I/O and MAIL for VR/AR research. Key Projects: ViTraS study on body image exercises in VR, avatars for mass use via smartphone reconstruction, and motion-based biometrics in XR. Collaborates with medical teams on cybersickness detection and emergency training simulations. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups on immersive technologies and social VR applications. Involved in interdisciplinary projects combining HCI, AI, and healthcare.

Pia KnoeferleView profile

Professor

• Psycholinguistics
• Language Processing
• Register Studies
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Prof. Dr. Pia Knoeferle is a leading academic at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin , where she serves as a Professor in the Department of German Language and Linguistics . She is a principal investigator in the Collaborative Research Center (CRC 1412) focused on register phenomena and leads the Reaction Time, Eye-tracking, and EEG Laboratories . Her research spans psycholinguistics , cognitive neuroscience , and computational modeling of language , with a central interest in how real-time language comprehension interacts with social context , formality-register congruence , and morphosyntactic processing . Appointments: Professor at Humboldt-Universität (2024), CRC 1412 member Methodologies: Eye-tracking, EEG, Visual World Paradigm, ERP Her work investigates lifespan language processing (children, adults, older adults) through contextual cue integration , including emotional , spatial , and social context such as gender cues , eye gaze , and facial expressions . Key questions include: How do pragmatic and contextual factors modulate lexical and grammatical processing ? What representations underlie register sensitivity in spoken and written comprehension ? Recent articles (2022-2024) focus on register congruence effects in German sentence processing, age-related differences in formality-register anticipation , and interactions between register and morphosyntactic knowledge . Using eye-tracking and visual world paradigms , her team examines incremental integration of socially-situated context with verb-argument relations and grammatical constraints . Findings suggest subtle late-stage register effects and interference between pragmatic and syntactic processing . Her lab collaborates with researchers like Katja Maquate , Valentina Nicole Pescuma , and Camilo Ronderos , contributing to the Frame text of the Second Phase Proposal for CRC 1412 (2020) and subsequent reviews in Frontiers in Psychology (2023). The work emphasizes complementary methods to model register variability across languages , modalities , and cultural contexts .

Tanja EisnerView profile

Professor

• Functional Analysis
• Operator Theory
• Dynamical Systems
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Tanja Eisner is a Professor at the University of Leipzig , affiliated with the Institute of Mathematics. Her work bridges functional analysis and operator theory with dynamical systems and ergodic theory . Research Interests : Functional analysis and operator theory Dynamical systems and ergodic theory Applications to number theory and additive combinatorics Recent Publications (15 most recent): Her articles focus on ergodic theorems, stability of operators, and connections between dynamics and number theory, with keywords spanning Mathematics , Operator Theory , Dynamical Systems , and Harmonic Analysis . Notable subfields include multiple recurrence , nilsystems , automatic sequences , and Wiener's lemma . Teaching & Collaboration : Organized miniworkshops on operator-theoretic aspects of ergodic theory in Leipzig, Wuppertal, Kiel, Feldkirch, and Tübingen Co-authored books with Bálint Farkas, Markus Haase, and Rainer Nagel Co-organized seminars like the Internet Seminar on Ergodic Theorems

• Self-organized criticality
• Neuronal network dynamics
• Excitation/Inhibition balance
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Anna Levina is an Assistant Professor for Computational Neuroscience at the University of Tübingen , affiliated with the Department of Computer Science under the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on the self-organization of neuronal activity, critical dynamics in neural networks, and the excitation/inhibition balance in cortical circuits. Current positions: Assistant Professor (since 2018), Group Leader (2017-2018), Equality Officer (Computer Science) Previous roles: IST Fellow (2015-2017), Associated Researcher (2011-2015), Postdoc/PI (2011-2015), Postdoc (2008-2011) Her research integrates mathematical modeling , statistical physics , and computational neuroscience to study criticality phenomena, neural avalanches, and adaptive network dynamics. Key interests include: Self-organized criticality in neural systems Excitation/Inhibition balance mechanisms Network topology and dynamics Timescale analysis in neural processing Stochastic modeling of neural activity Recent publications reveal trends in understanding critical dynamics across biological and artificial networks, with applications to memory systems, sensorimotor integration, and disease modeling. She has received recognition as an IST Fellow .

Stefan LutherView profile

Professor

• Biomedical Engineering
• Cardiac Physiology
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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Prof. Dr. Stefan Luther is a Max Planck Research Group leader (W2, tenured since 2013) at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization, Göttingen, and an Honorarprofessor at the Faculty of Physics, University of Göttingen. He holds adjunct roles as Adjunct Associate Professor at Cornell University (2009–2012) and Northeastern University (2016–2018), and serves as DZHK-Professor at the Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University Medical Center Göttingen. His research focuses on nonlinear spatiotemporal dynamics in excitable biological media, particularly cardiac arrhythmias. He pioneered 4D imaging of heart function and developed algorithms for optogenetic and electrical control of arrhythmias. Translational efforts span basic research to preclinical and clinical studies. Education includes a Diplom in Physics (1997) and PhD (2000) from Georg-August-University, Göttingen. Postdoctoral training followed at the University of Twente (2001–2004) and Cornell University’s LASSP (2004–2006). His lab, the Biomedical Physics group, explores electromechanical coupling in cardiac systems and develops novel therapeutic approaches. Collaborations include work on computational modeling, uncertainty quantification in dynamical systems, and fluid dynamics of multiphase flows.

Marc HodesView profile

Professor

• Heat transfer
• Thermal management
• Supercritical fluids
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Marc Hodes is Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics at Tufts University. With a PhD from MIT, his research focuses on heat transfer phenomena with applications in electronics cooling, supercritical fluids, and thermoelectric systems. He directs the graduate program in Mechanical Engineering. Education: BS, University of Pittsburgh (1990) MS, University of Minnesota (1994) PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1998) Research Areas: Thermal management of electronics through microchannel cooling and liquid metal technologies; Apparent slip phenomena in microstructured surfaces; Mass transfer in supercritical CO 2 systems for aerogel processing; Thermoelectric module optimization for precision temperature control. Awards & Honors: NSF REU Fellowship (1989) E.T.S. Walton Visitorship Award Best Associate Editor, ASME Journal of Heat Transfer (2023) Research Leadership: Principal investigator on multiple NSF grants including projects on aerogel manufacturing, dropwise condensation, and analysis of convection in slip flows. Industry collaborations include Google, DARPA, and Bell Labs.

• Microbiome
• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Environmental Microbiology
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Prof. Dr. Michael Schloter serves as Director of the Research Unit for Comparative Microbiome Analysis at Helmholtz Munich since 2011 and holds a Professorship in Microbiology at the Technical University of Munich since 2010. He concurrently acts as Principal Investigator at both the German Center for Lung Diseases (DZL) and the Central for Food and Nutrition (ZIEL) at TU Munich, driving interdisciplinary research at the intersection of environmental and human health through the "Planetary Health" framework. His educational foundation was built through diploma studies at Ludwig Maximilian University Munich and doctoral research at the University of Bayreuth, followed by formative work in Brazil and the United States where he pioneered bioinocula development for stress-resilient agriculture. At Helmholtz Munich (formerly GSF), he evolved from group leader in soil microbial ecology (2001) to Research Unit Director, expanding his focus from agricultural systems to human microbiome-health connections. Dr. Schloter's research program centers on microbiome-host crosstalk across ecological scales, investigating how environmental microbiota interact with human and plant microbiomes to influence health outcomes. His work integrates ecological theory with microbiome analysis to decode host-microbe co-evolution patterns, with applications spanning sustainable agriculture, allergy prevention, and infection control. Key thematic pillars include holobiont theory, probiotic development, and microbiome-mediated disease prevention through environmental quality improvement. Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals a strategic research portfolio bridging fundamental and applied microbiome science. Agricultural studies dominate (maize, potato, apple systems), examining microbial inoculants and soil management, while human health investigations explore preterm birth complications and Antarctic mammal microbiomes. Computational approaches for antimicrobial resistance assessment and ecosystem-scale projects like JenaTron demonstrate methodological breadth, all converging on translating microbiome functionality into real-world sustainability solutions. Major recognitions include: Election to the Bavarian Academy of Science (2021) Consistent placement among the top 1% of highly cited global researchers (2019-2021) Heinrich Baur Research Award (2011) for agricultural microbiology contributions As Research Unit Director, Schloter leads large-scale collaborative initiatives including the DZL and ZIEL consortia, securing major funding for microbiome standardization projects and international research networks. His leadership extends to developing analytical frameworks for cross-ecosystem microbiome comparisons and establishing protocols for translating microbial ecology principles into clinical and agricultural applications. The Comparative Microbiome Analysis unit operates as a nexus for multi-host microbiome research, employing comparative genomics, field-scale agricultural trials, and clinical cohort studies to investigate microbiome dynamics across environmental, plant, and human systems. Current infrastructure includes advanced sequencing facilities and experimental platforms for plant-microbe and host-microbe interaction studies under controlled and natural conditions.

Peer Christian KunstmannView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Functional Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Harmonic Analysis
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Peer Christian Kunstmann is an Adjunct Professor at the Institute of Analysis, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). He teaches advanced mathematics courses for physics, electrical engineering, and mathematics students, including Analysis 4 (2025) and Höhere Mathematik II (2025). His research focuses on functional analysis, partial differential equations, and harmonic analysis. Key topics: Spectral theory, Navier-Stokes equations, and nonlinear Schrödinger equations Co-organized conferences: Parabolic Evolution Equations (2019), Evolution Equations (2010) Recent work explores maximal regularity for parabolic equations, modulation spaces in NLS analysis, and seismic imaging via Radon transforms. Publications span 2015-2023, with collaborations on topics like Banach algebras and inverse problems.

Peter SchneiderView profile

Professor

• Arithmetic geometry
• Representation theory
• Cohomology theories
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Prof. Dr. Peter Schneider is a faculty member at the University of Münster, affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science and the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science . He is a principal investigator in the CRC 1442 Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity and contributes to the Mathematics Münster cluster. University: University of Münster School: Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science Department: Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Academic Rank: Professor His research focuses on arithmetic geometry and representation theory , particularly the p-adic Langlands program , cohomology theories in mixed characteristics, and noncommutative algebraic structures. He investigates derived categories of p-adic representations, moduli spaces of Galois representations, and geometric approaches to automorphic forms. He has supervised numerous students, including Torsten Schoeneberg (2009), Marten Bornmann (2009), and Marius Kley (2016, 2019). His collaborative works with Rachel Ollivier, Otmar Venjakob, and Marie-France Vigneras explore modular Hecke algebras, Iwasawa theory, and (phi, Gamma)-modules. Emails: pschnei@wwu.de pschnei@uni-muenster.de Workshops Organized: Noncommutative Algebras (2006) Instructional workshop on noncommutative main conjectures (2011) International workshop on K-types for p-adic groups (2003)

Heinz KoepplView profile

Professor

• Self-Organizing Systems
• Systems Biology
• Control Theory
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Prof. Heinz Koeppl is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at TU Darmstadt. His research focuses on self-organizing systems, systems biology, and control theory, with applications in synthetic biology, robotics, and stochastic processes. He explores interdisciplinary topics such as genetic circuit design, UAV swarm dynamics, and machine learning-driven modeling of biochemical systems. Key research areas include the development of deep learning frameworks for kinetic modeling, Bayesian optimization for riboswitch design, and mean field control theory for sparse networks. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical engineering solutions, addressing challenges in molecular communication, gene regulation, and robotic swarm coordination. Publications from 2023–2025 highlight advancements in bio-inspired algorithms, swarm intelligence, and computational biology. Notable contributions include studies on RNA-based circuits, active matter dynamics, and optimization strategies for large-scale systems. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, leveraging tools from electrical engineering, mathematics, and life sciences. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided text. Advising and grants details are not available. Prof. Koeppl’s lab focuses on integrating systems biology approaches with engineering principles to solve complex problems in healthcare, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation.

Martin BurgerView profile

Professor

• Inverse Problems
• Applied Mathematics
• Mathematical Modelling
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Prof. Dr. Martin Burger is a leading scientist at DESY and a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Universität Hamburg, where he leads the Computational Imaging Group. His research bridges applied mathematics, imaging sciences, and machine learning, with a focus on inverse problems, mathematical modeling, and partial differential equations. He has held professorial positions at Universität Münster and FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg prior to his current dual appointment. Full Professor, Universität Hamburg (2023–present) Leading Scientist, DESY, Hamburg (2023–present) Full Professor, FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg (2018–2023) Full Professor, Universität Münster (2006–2018) His research interests include inverse problems, variational regularization, optimal transport, kinetic models, and mathematical modeling in biology and social sciences. He has made significant contributions to imaging reconstruction, sparse neural networks, and the analysis of transformer architectures. His work often integrates theoretical analysis with computational methods, influencing both pure and applied mathematics. The most recent articles reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary applications, combining deep learning with PDE-based modeling, analyzing social and biological systems via kinetic and mean-field models, and advancing mathematical imaging through graph-based and optimal transport methods. His publications span high-impact venues in applied mathematics and computational science. Calderon Prize, Inverse Problems International Association (IPIA) ERC Consolidator Grant (2014) Invited speaker at ECM (2021), ICM (2022), and ICIAM (2023) Editor-in-Chief, European Journal of Applied Mathematics (since 2017) Prof. Burger has supervised numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom appear as co-authors in his publications. His research is supported by major grants, including funding from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). He is actively involved in collaborative projects across mathematics, physics, and engineering disciplines. He leads the Computational Imaging Group at DESY, fostering a collaborative environment for developing novel mathematical tools in imaging science. The group works on both theoretical foundations and practical implementations, contributing to advancements in tomography, machine learning, and data analysis.

Felix KrahmerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Compressed Sensing
• Signal Processing
• Optimization
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Prof. Felix Krahmer is a TUM Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Optimization and Data Analysis at the Department of Mathematics, Technische Universität München (TUM), part of the School of Computation, Information and Technology. Previously, he held a Junior Professorship (W1) for Mathematical Data Analysis at the University of Göttingen (2012–2015). His research focuses on mathematical foundations of data science, including compressed sensing, signal quantization, uncertainty quantification, and optimization algorithms. He has led an Emmy Noether research group and contributed to the ZeMat interdisciplinary project. Education : PhD in Mathematics (2009), New York University, advisors: Percy Deift & Sinan Güntürk MSc in Mathematics (2007), New York University BSc in Mathematics (2004), Jacobs University Bremen Research Interests : Krahmer’s work bridges theoretical mathematics and applied data science. Key areas include compressed sensing algorithms, high-dimensional signal reconstruction, quantization theory for analog-to-digital conversion, and optimization methods for inverse problems. He also explores applications in imaging (e.g., MRI reconstruction) and stochastic processes. Key Contributions : His research on phase retrieval, sigma-delta quantization, and compressed sensing recovery has advanced signal processing techniques. Recent efforts focus on uncertainty quantification for high-dimensional inverse problems and the mathematical analysis of consensus-based optimization. Grants & Awards : Emmy Noether Research Group Grant (DFG) Funding from BMBF (ZeMat project) Teaching & Outreach : Krahmer has taught advanced courses on compressed sensing, functional analysis, and random matrix theory. He co-organized workshops on probabilistic techniques and clinical risk prediction, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Labs/Teams : Member of the TUM Data Science Research Group, focusing on optimization, imaging, and uncertainty quantification. Active in the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST).

• Multisensory Perception
• Predictive Processing
• Speech Perception
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Prof. Helen Blank is a Professor leading the Multisensory Perception Group and the Prediction in Communication Lab at the Institute for Systems Neuroscience, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf. Her work focuses on understanding how sensory information is integrated and predicted in contexts like speech perception and face recognition. She holds a Marie Curie Fellowship for her research on prior information's role in human communication. Fluent in German, English, and French, she contributes to experimental medicine and systems neuroscience. Her research spans predictive coding, neuroimaging, and clinical applications in Parkinson’s and developmental disorders. Education: Not explicitly stated in text, inferred as advanced degrees in neuroscience or related fields. Her research interests emphasize multisensory integration, predictive processing in speech and vision, and the neural bases of perception. Recent articles explore topics such as pupil responses to auditory surprise, face expectation hierarchies, and audio-visual speech processing. Awards include the Marie Curie Fellowship supporting her predictive communication work. She leads interdisciplinary teams within the Center for Experimental Medicine, advancing knowledge on perceptual mechanisms and their clinical implications.