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Markku KilpeläinenView profile

Lecturer

• Cognitive Psychology
• Perception
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Markku Kilpeläinen is a University Lecturer at the Department of Psychology, University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine. His work focuses on cognitive psychology, perception, and neuroscience, with particular emphasis on visual system research and human-computer interaction. Dr. Kilpeläinen's research explores: Cognitive abilities and their impact on computer task performance Retinal processing mechanisms in primate and human vision Sound-action and sound-space symbolic associations Comparative studies of human and AI visual recognition capabilities His publications since 2025 demonstrate active engagement in interdisciplinary research spanning psychology, neuroscience, and technology design. Recent work includes studies on parenting interventions in perinatal care and novel methods for XR device legibility testing. In collaborative projects, Dr. Kilpeläinen has contributed to: Human Optimized XR (Multisensory Signals and Meanings) International collaborations with institutions like UC Berkeley Business Finland-funded research initiatives

• Computer Science
• Psychology
• Neuroscience
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Michiel Spape is a visiting researcher at Medicum , University of Helsinki, and a supervisor in the Doctoral Programme in Population Health. His research spans Computer Science , Psychology , and Neuroscience , with a focus on human-computer interaction and temporal perception. University: University of Helsinki School: Medicum Role: Visiting Researcher & Supervisor Spape's work investigates how cognitive processes like intention, emotion, and sensory feedback influence time perception and brain-computer interfaces . His recent studies combine EEG , virtual reality , and haptics to decode implicit user responses. Email: michiel.spape@helsinki.fi

Michael DietzView profile

Researcher

• Human Computer Interaction
• Mobile Assistive Systems
• Signal Processing
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Dr. Michael Dietz is a Researcher at the Chair of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence ( University of Augsburg , Faculty of Applied Informatics, Institute of Informatics). His work focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Mobile Assistive Systems , and Signal Processing with Machine Learning applications. Key research trends include: Development of mobile frameworks for real-time affective feedback (SSJ Framework, SenseEmotion) Augmented reality applications for public spaces and ambient media Privacy-preserving machine learning on mobile devices Physiological signal analysis for stress detection in older adults Eye-tracking innovations for visual search detection Explainable AI techniques in facial expression recognition Projects: EmmA (Emotional mobile Avatar) Glassistant (Smart Glasses for MCI patients) SenseEmotion (Multisensorial emotion recognition) SSJ Framework (Social Signal Processing)

Davy VANACKENView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-computer interaction
• Virtual reality
• Software engineering
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Prof. dr. Davy VANACKEN is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering Technology at Hasselt University, Belgium. He is a member of the Capacity group Engineering Technology and affiliated with the Digital Future Lab, which serves as both a research center of Hasselt University and a Flanders Make core lab. His work bridges computer science, human-computer interaction, and applied AI research. Prof. Vanacken's research spans several interconnected domains focused on human-centered digital technologies. His primary interests include human-computer interaction, virtual and augmented reality systems, software engineering for interactive applications, artificial intelligence with emphasis on explainability, and multimodal interaction design. He particularly investigates how to create intelligible user interfaces that give end users meaningful control over AI systems, with applications in manufacturing, education, and digital workplaces. Currently supervising multiple PhD candidates, Prof. Vanacken leads significant research projects extending to 2030, including initiatives on human-centered AI for manufacturing well-being, personalized learning through generative AI, and immersive reality prototyping. His teaching portfolio includes core computer science courses such as Algorithms and Datastructures, Augmented/Mixed/Virtual Reality, and Object Oriented Programming. Prof. Vanacken maintains active industry collaborations through Flanders Make and various research projects that translate academic research into practical applications. His work demonstrates a consistent commitment to developing technologies that prioritize human needs and capabilities in increasingly automated environments.

HASAN POLATView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Machine Learning Applications
• Electroencephalography (EEG) Analysis
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hasan Polat serves as Associate Professor at Bingöl University's Technical Sciences Vocational School since 2020, following progression from Instructor (2019-2020) and prior Research Assistant position at Mus Alparslan University (2014-2019). His academic foundation includes PhD and Master's degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Dicle University, and a Licence from Süleyman Demirel University in Electronics and Communication Engineering. His research expertise spans biomedical signal processing and AI-driven environmental monitoring , with 4 journal publications (2016-2019) and 12 international conference presentations. Key contributions include deep learning frameworks for epilepsy detection from EEG signals and machine learning models for Salmonella prediction in agricultural waters, demonstrating significant interdisciplinary impact. Teaching responsibilities encompass Algorithm and Programming, Digital Electronics, Power Electronics, and circuit analysis courses. His publications reveal a methodological evolution from wavelet transforms and empirical mode decomposition toward advanced convolutional neural networks, with consistent focus on real-world biomedical and environmental applications. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Current research activities appear sustained through academic appointments rather than specified grants, with teaching duties forming a core component of his institutional role. Collaborative work with international researchers like Michelle D. Danyluk indicates global engagement despite the absence of a formally named research laboratory.

Mathias Sablé-MeyerView profile

Research Fellow

• Mechanistic implementation of compositional mental representation
• Geometry perception in humans and non-human primates
• Human reasoning and cognitive fallacies
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Mathias Sablé-Meyer is a Postdoctoral Researcher at University College London's Sainsbury Wellcome Centre, working in Tim Behrens's lab. He completed his PhD under the supervision of Stanislas Dehaene at PSL/Collège de France and NeuroSpin, CEA, where he investigated humans' ability to manipulate highly abstract structures, particularly focusing on the perception of geometry. His research spans cognitive neuroscience, computational modeling, and experimental psychology, with a focus on understanding the mechanistic implementation of compositional mental representations. He employs methodologies including MEG, fMRI, behavioral experiments, and computational models to investigate how humans mentally represent abstract structures like geometric shapes, language, and mathematical concepts. Sablé-Meyer's work reveals fascinating insights about human cognitive uniqueness, particularly in geometric perception compared to non-human primates. His recent research examines sequence processing mechanisms and aims to establish foundations for mechanistic implementations of Language of Thought models. He has published in top journals including Cognitive Psychology , Trends in Cognitive Sciences , PNAS , and Journal of Neuroscience . Glushko Dissertation Prize from the Cognitive Science Society (2023) As a supervisor, he co-advises Master's students including Maxime Cauté, who is exploring cross-modal representation of sequences, and is involved with several other students including Svenja Kuchenhoff, Amy Wong, and others. His lab follows open science principles, with code systematically published on the Open Science Framework alongside articles. His research program bridges cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, with implications for understanding both human cognition and developing more human-like AI systems. He maintains active collaborations across institutions including UCL, Collège de France, MIT, and École Normale Supérieure.

Hamed AlaviView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Smart Environments
• Urban Computing
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Hamed Alavi is a tenured Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam and founding member of the Digital Interaction Lab. His work bridges computer science, architecture, and urban design to develop inclusive intelligent spaces that reflect human values across architectural and urban dimensions. His educational background includes a PhD in Computer Science from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) and post-doctoral research at University College London (UCL). Prior to academia, he led an educational technology start-up for eight years with global impact. Alavi's research focuses on Human-Building Interaction (HBI), exploring how intelligent environments can co-create inclusive spaces through biophilic design, physiological sensing, and human-centered methodologies. His work emphasizes socio-technical integration in smart buildings and cities, addressing neurodiversity, environmental comfort, and ethical data practices. His recent publications reveal strong trends in multisensory interaction design, urban computing, and inclusive technology development. Key themes include physiological-environmental sensing integration, AI ethics in urban contexts, and human experience frameworks for smart buildings, with growing emphasis on neurodiverse populations and biophilic elements. Scientific recognition includes: Inclusive City-Making Grant (PI, €3.8M, NWO) Best Paper Award at CHI 2025 As Principal Investigator for the NWO-funded Inclusive City-Making project, Alavi leads large-scale interdisciplinary research translating academic insights into urban solutions. His entrepreneurial background informs practical technology deployment strategies and industry-academia collaboration models. The Digital Interaction Lab, which he co-founded, serves as a research hub for intelligent environment design, bringing together computer scientists, architects, and urban planners to prototype responsive built environments through living lab methodologies and wild deployment studies.

Rikke Munck PetersenView profile

Associate Professor

• Landscape Architecture
• Sensory Studies
• Film and Media Mediations
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Rikke Munck Petersen is an Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture and Sensory Conception at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management. She leads research in sensory landscape methodologies and co-organizes the Copenhagen Landscape Lectures series as part of the 'Landscape Architecture and Urbanism' and 'Spatial Change and Planning' research groups. Her educational background includes a PhD (2010) and Cand. Arch. (2000) from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture, supplemented by studies at the University of Pennsylvania (1999) and Royal Agricultural University of Denmark (1998). PhD, Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture (2010) Cand. Arch., Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture (2000) Non-degree studies, University of Pennsylvania (1999) Plant use course, Royal Agricultural University of Denmark (1998) Her research pioneers sensory analysis and filmic mediations in landscape transformation, focusing on the body's sensorium, affective experience, and performativity in climate-resilient design. Current projects include multi-sensory river valley analysis (Archive for Becomings, 2025-27) and EU Water4All's INTERLAYER project (2024-27) developing 'slow hydrology' approaches for flood/drought resilience. Her methodology integrates drone footage, film editing, and participatory processes to stimulate sensory awareness in landscape planning. Recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary convergence between landscape architecture, film studies, and environmental science, with emphasis on affective engagement in climate adaptation. Key trends include drone-mediated sensory co-creation (2020-2024), feminist landscape historiography (2024), and emergent design methodologies for regenerative landscapes (2025). Scientific recognition includes: ICAR-CORA Prize 2011 for PhD thesis 'Landscape transformations' Vola Prize 2000 for master project Frits Schlegel Honors 2003 for early-career architecture She supervises doctoral research including Hongxia Pu's 'Filmic Scroll' (2024) on Chinese desakota landscapes and Kristen Danielle van Haeren's 'Thickness of the Green' (2020) on Danish welfare landscapes. Major grants include Danish Arts Foundation funding (75,000 DKK for Archive for Becomings), EU Water4All (3 million DKK), and Danish Research Council support (6 million DKK for Drone Imaginaries project). As director of Surroundinglab.org and editorial board member for Emotion, Space and Society, she bridges academic research with professional practice. Her studio mupLA (founded 2003) has delivered award-winning landscape projects including Roskilde Festival area planning and Bornholm harbor designs, maintaining active engagement with municipalities and architecture offices.