Zhihong Cui is a Research Fellow at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Networks and Distributed Systems research group. His current role involves advancing interdisciplinary projects in autonomous systems and distributed computing. He contributes to the Revolutionizing Autonomous Driving: An AI-Driven, Multifaceted Framework project, funded by the European Union's Horizon Europe program (Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant No. 101126636). This project emphasizes AI integration into autonomous driving systems, focusing on robust network architectures and distributed computing solutions. Contact him via email or visit his office at Gaustadalléen 23B, Oslo.
Anders Meland serves as Head Engineer at the Department of Sport and Social Sciences at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (NIH), maintaining a unique professional distribution across three institutions: 20% at NIH where he leads concept development in the sports psychology lab, 20% as a sport psychology consultant at Olympiatoppen (Norway's elite sports center), and 60% as a senior advisor at Norges Bank Investment Management. His interdisciplinary career bridges sports psychology, military applications, and financial sector advisory work with expertise in cognitive performance optimization. Meland earned his PhD in Sports Psychology from NIH in 2016 and completed higher military officer training at the Norwegian Naval Academy. His prior decade-long tenure as a human factors specialist at the Norwegian Institute of Aviation Medicine established his foundation in high-stakes performance environments before transitioning to his current multifaceted roles. His research program centers on attention, cognition, executive functioning, fatigue management, and mental training in high-performance contexts. Key research themes include: mindfulness applications for stress reduction, attentional training techniques across elite sports and military settings, cognitive performance under physiological stress, and digital interventions for psychological well-being. His work demonstrates a distinctive blend of theoretical psychology and practical implementation in demanding real-world environments where optimal cognitive functioning is mission-critical. Analysis of his recent publications reveals three prominent research trajectories: (1) breast cancer survivorship research focusing on quality of life, digital stress-management interventions, and pandemic impacts; (2) military psychology investigations examining mindfulness effects in aviation units and sleep patterns in search and rescue personnel; and (3) physiological studies on cognitive performance during hypoxia and high-altitude operations. This portfolio demonstrates increasing emphasis on digital mental health solutions and cross-context applications of psychological principles. Extensive publication record in reputable journals including Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes, Cancers, JMIR Formative Research, and Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance Collaborative research spanning oncology, sports psychology, military medicine, and digital health domains Development of evidence-based interventions for stress management and cognitive optimization Meland teaches courses in Perception, Cognition, Psychophysiology, Simulation, and Mental Training Strategies at NIH, translating his research into educational content. His cross-institutional work suggests involvement in multiple research grants spanning sports science, military human factors, and healthcare innovation. While specific student names aren't documented, his research areas likely attract graduate students interested in applied sports psychology and performance optimization. At NIH, Meland leads concept development for the sports psychology laboratory, driving innovation in research methodologies and equipment. His Olympiatoppen consultancy connects him directly to Norway's elite athletic community, while his military background maintains links to defense-related human factors research. The Simulation Training Project in Alpine Skiing represents a key initiative applying psychological principles to enhance athletic performance through advanced simulation technology.
Chiara Lorenza Remondino serves as a Fixed-term tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy, within the College of Architecture and Design. Her academic appointment falls under Scientific disciplinary sector CEAR-08/D - Design (Area 0008 - Civil Engineering and Architecture). Dr. Remondino's research focuses on the multifaceted nature of creativity within design contexts, examining how creative environments foster innovation across disciplines. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly in systemic design approaches that address complex contemporary challenges. She investigates how creativity functions as a meta-discipline that transcends traditional boundaries while maintaining practical relevance in design education and professional practice. Her recent publications reveal a consistent trajectory exploring creative contexts, boundaries, and applications across diverse settings. These works demonstrate a methodological approach that combines analytical frameworks with ethnographic research to understand how creativity operates within Italian and international design contexts. A notable trend in her scholarship is the increasing focus on sustainability, examining how creative processes can drive innovative sustainable solutions in design practice. Dr. Remondino actively supervises PhD student Sergio Degiacomi Garbero in the Management, Production, and Design program (38th cycle, 2022-present), indicating her commitment to mentoring the next generation of design researchers. She has also secured a national patent for a 'Tool for monitoring and analyzing initiatives based on the use of social networking platforms' alongside colleagues Barbara Stabellini and Paolo Marco Tamborrini, demonstrating the practical application of her research. As an educator, Dr. Remondino teaches Systemic Design in the Innovation module across multiple academic years (2019/20-2025/26) and serves as Course Instructor for Workshop I and Design for Digital Retail in the Design and Communication program. Her teaching portfolio reflects her research interests, emphasizing practical applications of design thinking and systemic approaches to innovation.
Gary Leal is Research Professor and Professor Emeritus of Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara , within the Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering. A member of the National Academy of Engineering and a Fellow of the American Physical Society, AIChE, Society of Rheology, and American Academy of Arts & Sciences, he has spent decades investigating the dynamics of complex fluids including polymer solutions, emulsions, foams, and liquid-crystalline polymers. Education: B.S. Chemical Engineering, University of Washington, 1965 M.S. Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, 1968 Ph.D. Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, 1969 Research Interests: Leal's current work centers on microstructure–flow coupling in complex fluids. Using a blend of large-scale computation and advanced experimental techniques (many unique to his laboratory), his group studies coalescence, thin-film stability, surfactant effects, nanoparticle-laden interfaces, and the nonlinear rheology of entangled polymers and liquid-crystalline systems. A strong emphasis is placed on quantitative prediction of macroscopic properties from molecular and mesoscale physics. His recent publications reveal sustained leadership in shear banding , flow-induced concentration fluctuations , and orientation imaging via Rheo-SANS. Collectively these works advance the multiscale modeling of soft materials undergoing industrial processing flows and provide diagnostic tools to fingerprint microstructural evolution in real time. Honors & Awards: Bingham Medal (Society of Rheology, 2001) Fluid Dynamics Prize (American Physical Society, 2002) G.I. Taylor Medal (Society of Engineering Science, 2015) Fellow of APS, AIChE, Society of Rheology, AAAS National Academy of Engineering Member since 1987 Dozens of named lectureships including Batchelor, Mason, Lacey, Finlayson, and more Grants & Teams: While specific grant numbers are not cited, Leal has continuously led large, multi-investigator projects—evidenced by NASA Group Achievement Awards, NSF/DOE citations in articles, and extensive experimental facilities. His team operates a multifaceted laboratory coupling rheometry, microfluidic four-roll mills, custom tensiometers, and neutron/x-ray scattering beamlines, maintaining collaborations with national laboratories and international centers for soft-matter research.
Jukka Horppila is a Professor at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, where he leads the Lake Ecosystem Dynamics research group within the Ecosystems and Environment Research Programme and the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS). His research focuses on the dynamics of lake ecosystems, particularly addressing challenges related to water quality, lake restoration, and the increasingly important issue of lake brownification. Horppila's research interests span several critical areas in freshwater ecology and management: Lake ecosystem dynamics and responses to environmental change Mechanisms and impacts of lake brownification (increasing water color) Innovative approaches to lake restoration, particularly concerning internal phosphorus loading Development of biomonitoring tools for assessing water quality changes Interactions between water color, light conditions, and aquatic community structure His work has significant practical applications for lake management and restoration efforts, with a particular focus on developing methods to address eutrophication and brownification challenges in boreal lakes. Horppila's research bridges fundamental ecological understanding with practical restoration techniques that can be implemented by water managers. Horppila has received recognition for his work, most notably as a recipient of the Frontiers Planet Prize 2023 National Champion of Finland award in April 2024. His research has been instrumental in developing new approaches to lake restoration, particularly regarding the management of internal phosphorus loading. As a supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Interdisciplinary Environmental Sciences, Horppila has guided numerous doctoral students through their research. His grant portfolio includes multiple significant projects focused on lake restoration techniques, including "Humuskuormituksen mittarit, jatko" (2023-2028), "VESIKUJA: Vesistöjen sisäinen kuormitus hyötykäyttöön" (2020), and "Alusveden puhdistus ympärivuotiseksi" (2018-2020). Horppila leads the Lake Ecosystem Dynamics research group, which focuses on understanding the complex interactions within lake ecosystems and developing practical solutions for lake management challenges. The group's work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in biogeochemistry, hydrology, and environmental engineering to address the multifaceted challenges facing freshwater ecosystems.
Adrián Carrió Fernández is a multifaceted academic and technology leader currently serving as Associate Professor of Computer Vision at IE University and CEO of Dronomy , a pioneering autonomous drone technology company. His career spans roles as Lead Data Scientist at Shapelets and Chief Technology Officer at Accurate Quant and ThermoHuman, where he developed AI-driven solutions across industries. He has held research positions at prestigious institutions including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) , Arizona State University's Autonomous System Technologies Research & Integration Laboratory, and the Center for Automation and Robotics (UPM-CSIC). Education: PhD in Automation and Robotics (Polytechnic University of Madrid, 2020), Industrial Engineer (University of Oviedo, 2012) Research Expertise: Computer vision for aerial robots, AI-based automation, and data science. Professional Leadership: CEO of Dronomy (2020–present), Lead Data Scientist at Shapelets (2021–2024), and CTO roles at Accurate Quant (2020–2021) and ThermoHuman (2015–2021). Awards: Recognized by the Norman Foster Foundation and multiple robotics accolades. His research integrates machine learning, robotics, and drone technology, emphasizing practical applications in automation. Beyond academia and entrepreneurship, Carrió is an accomplished professional jazz pianist , performing internationally.
Prof. Jan Vietze serves as Professor of Industrial Design within the Department of Design and Culture at HTW Berlin - University of Applied Sciences, maintaining his office at the Wilhelminenhof Campus (WH Building A, Room 306). His multifaceted role includes Laboratory Manager of the 3D model building studio alongside administrative responsibilities as BAföG Officer, Selection Committee Chair, and Examination Board Deputy Chair. His educational foundation was established through product design studies at Berlin-Weißensee School of Art (1997-2003), where he concurrently gained industry experience as a student trainee at MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG. Prof. Vietze's research expertise centers on transportation systems design, with particular emphasis on: Mobility Design frameworks for urban environments Public Transport Design solutions for mass transit systems Rail Vehicle Design innovation Technical Design integration of engineering constraints This specialization directly informs his leadership in high-impact projects including the Berlin public transport company's (BVG) tram fleet redesign. His 13 publications reflect consistent contributions to industrial design literature, particularly in transportation applications. He maintains active supervision of bachelor's theses through structured industry partnerships, providing students with authentic design challenges from transportation authorities and manufacturing firms. His teaching portfolio spans design fundamentals, advanced vehicle design in the Automotive Engineering Master's program, and practice-oriented design discourse. The 3D model building studio under his management serves as a critical resource for physical prototyping, supporting both academic coursework and research initiatives through hands-on model construction capabilities essential for transportation design validation.
Dr. Jessica Anne Rosewitz serves as Assistant Teaching Professor in Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where she also coordinates the Construction Project Management (CPM) Graduate Program and Early Research Experience in E-Term (EREE) initiative. Her multifaceted role includes founding WPI's Associated General Contractors student chapter and advising the ASCE/AISC steel bridge team. Her educational background features: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from WPI (2020) M.S. in Civil Engineering from WPI (2016) B.S. in Civil Engineering from WPI (2007) Dr. Rosewitz's research bridges sustainable construction materials with historic preservation, focusing on bioinspired cement-polymer composites, enzymatic repair systems for concrete infrastructure, and advanced conservation methods for historical monuments. As a licensed Professional Engineer specializing in Accelerated Bridge Construction, she integrates industry partnerships into WPI's project-based learning model through regional firm collaborations and construction site visits. Her publication record (2016-2020) reveals consistent innovation in sustainable infrastructure materials, with particular emphasis on self-healing concrete technologies and bioinspired design solutions that address durability challenges in both modern construction and historic preservation contexts. Dr. Rosewitz actively cultivates student development through multiple channels: coordinating graduate programs, advising competition teams, developing industry-connected IQP/MQP projects, and leading K-12 STEM outreach initiatives including WPI's Touch Tomorrow event. Her EREE program provides structured early research experiences for undergraduates, while her AGC chapter connects students with construction industry professionals. Community engagement forms a cornerstone of her work, with dedicated outreach to vocational schools and community organizations that brings engineering concepts to diverse audiences through hands-on activities and real-world applications.
Jorge Raul Navarro-Cabrera serves as a contracted lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at Peruvian Union University since March 2025, while concurrently holding technical and editorial roles at Universidad Nacional de San Martin in Tarapoto, Peru. His institutional affiliations demonstrate dual engagement in academic instruction and university publishing operations. He earned his Systems and Computer Engineering degree from Universidad Nacional de San Martin, establishing the foundation for his interdisciplinary research career. This educational background directly informs his applied technical approach across diverse domains. Navarro-Cabrera's research program centers on artificial intelligence and data science applications addressing Peruvian societal challenges. His work in health informatics develops non-invasive diagnostic tools using computer vision, while tourism technology research focuses on ICT solutions for destination promotion. Educational data mining constitutes another pillar, particularly unsupervised learning for student retention prediction. These threads converge in practical implementations like municipal sociocultural web applications and immigration risk classification systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent pattern of collaborative research with Miguel Valles-Coral and Lloy Pinedo, spanning healthcare diagnostics, tourism innovation, and educational technology. The geographical focus remains predominantly Peruvian, with methodological strengths in unsupervised learning algorithms and multimodal data analysis. His academic service includes editorial assistance for scientific journals at Universidad Nacional de San Martin, complementing his technical role in the university's editorial department. This combination of teaching, research, and publishing support reflects a multifaceted academic profile engaged with both theoretical and operational aspects of higher education.
