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Albert PostmaView profile

Professor

• Spatial Cognition
• Neuropsychology
• Human Memory
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Prof. Albert Postma is a full professor in Experimental Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) at Utrecht University. He holds the chair in Clinical Neuropsychology and has served as department head of Experimental Psychology (2010–2017) and later as head of the Psychology Department (FSW, UU). His research focuses on spatial cognition, memory disorders, and sensory impairments, with notable contributions to understanding spatial navigation in neurological patients and the neurocognitive basis of spatial memory. Education: PhD in Psychology (1991, University of Nijmegen). Affiliations: Director of the Memory & Space Lab; Head of Research Committee at Korsakov Centrum Slingedael; Editorial roles in Cognitive Processing and Acta Psychologica . Research Interests: Spatial cognition, neuropsychology of memory (episodic, prospective), sensory deprivation effects (blindness/deafness), and neuroimaging studies of spatial processing. Key projects include EU-funded studies on spatial memory and the NWO Pioneer grant on spatial cognition development. Grants & Awards: Multiple EU Marie Curie grants, NWO Pioneer Grant (2000–2007), and coordination of the EU NEST Fp6 program on spatial orientation. His work emphasizes translational research in clinical settings, such as Korsakoff syndrome interventions. Labs & Teams: Leads the Memory & Space Lab, collaborating internationally on spatial cognition and neurological rehabilitation. Active in multidisciplinary initiatives like the Dynamics of Youth (DoY) research theme.

Frank WillemsView profile

Professor

• Control Systems
• Automotive Engineering
• Powertrain Control
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Frank Willems is a Full Professor of Systems and Control Technology and Chair of Integrated Powertrain Control at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), holding a part-time position realized with support from TNO. He is affiliated with the Control Systems Technology group within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and also contributes to EIRES and EAISI research initiatives. Dr. Willems obtained his MSc (1995) and PhD (2000) in Mechanical Engineering from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His academic journey continued with a position at TNO Automotive, where he currently serves as a principal scientist in powertrain control. Professor Willems' research focuses on developing optimal and robust control methods for automotive powertrain systems. His work addresses the critical challenge of integrating energy and emission management strategies at the powertrain system level, which is essential as traditional methods become infeasible due to increasingly strict environmental regulations. Key research areas include control-oriented modeling of internal combustion engines, cylinder pressure-based combustion control, and integrated energy and emission management. His research aims to minimize development time and costs through model-based control methods, with the ultimate goal of achieving auto-calibration where powertrain energy efficiency is optimized online using smart sensors and route information. Dr. Willems serves as an Associate Editor for Control Engineering Practice and is an active member of the IFAC Technical Committee Automotive Control. He has participated in numerous international program committees for conferences including the IFAC Conference on 'Engine and Powertrain Control, Simulation and Modeling (E-CoSM)', IFAC Symposium 'Advances in Automotive Control (AAC)', and 'Symposium for Combustion Control (SCC)'. His research has been supported by organizations including the Dutch Technology Foundation (STW) and DENSO Japan. At TU/e, Professor Willems teaches courses on 'Optimal control and reinforcement learning' and 'Advanced control for future heavy-duty powertrains.' His research group, part of the Control Systems Technology group, focuses on developing self-learning powertrain control systems to address the complexity and diversity of future ultra-clean and efficient vehicles.

Tom VerhoeffView profile

Assistant Professor

• Software Engineering
• Model-Driven Engineering
• Domain-Specific Languages
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Tom Verhoeff is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computing Science of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) , working within the Software Engineering & Technology group. His research focuses on Model-Driven Engineering (MDE) , Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) , and the intersection of mathematics, computing, and the arts . He teaches courses in data analytics, programming, algorithms, theoretical computer science , and logic . Verhoeff earned both his MSc and PhD in Technical Science (Mathematics and Computer Science) from TU/e. He is actively involved in promoting mathematics and informatics through initiatives like the annual Bridges conference , and serves as board member and treasurer of the Dutch Mathematics Olympiad , as well as chair of the Koos Verhoeff MathArt foundation . He has also held roles as guest lecturer in Lithuania and Finals Director for the ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest . Research Interests: Verhoeff’s work spans Model-Driven Engineering , domain-specific language development , and 3D geometric modeling . His scholarship often explores symmetry, recursion, and mathematical visualization , particularly through computational art and algorithmic puzzles . Recent publications highlight 3D rotation methods , knot theory , and mathematical art using lattice paths and geometric transformations . Scientific Awards: ACM ICPC European Founders Award (2004) IOI Distinguished Service Award (2007) Second Place in the 2022 Wolfram Computational Art Contest Notable Collaborations and Affiliations: He is affiliated with the Esprit Working Group on Asynchronous Circuit Design (ACiD-WG) , WIRE (TUE Mathematics Alumni) , ACM (Senior Member) , CSTA , IEEE Computer Society , and Royal Dutch Mathematical Society (KWG) .

Barbara Groot-SluijsmansView profile

Assistant Professor

• Participatory Action Research
• Arts-Based Methods
• Qualitative Research
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Barbara Groot-Sluijsmans is an Assistant Professor at the Amsterdam Public Health Institute (APH) at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, holding dual roles in the Departments of Aging & Later Life and Methodology. Her research focuses on advancing participatory action research, qualitative creativity, and ethical frameworks in healthcare, particularly for vulnerable populations. She has a PhD in ethics of participation and over 20 years of experience across healthcare, academia, and policy. Her work emphasizes participatory arts-based methodologies, ethics of care, and transdisciplinary collaboration. She co-founded platforms like the Centre for Client Experiences and the School for Participation, aiming to integrate patient and community perspectives into healthcare systems. Key contributions include an ethics framework for citizen science and co-production in mental health care. She serves on advisory panels for NWO and the APH Methodology program and is an Associate Editor for Action Research (2022–2024). Her research spans healthcare clowning in dementia care, moral learning in nursing, and age-friendly urban design. Awards include the 2024 VU Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and the KNAW Early Career Partnership scholarship. Her courses emphasize qualitative research methods, reflecting her commitment to training future researchers in participatory and ethical practices.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Norm Enforcement
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Bas Testerink is a Researcher at the Faculty of Science , Utrecht University , focusing on Responsible AI . He works in the AI & Data Science subtheme with research interests in Human-centered Artificial Intelligence and Applied Data Science . Email: b.j.g.testerink@uu.nl Office: Minnaert Building, Leuvenlaan 4, Room 304, Utrecht His research explores Norm Enforcement in distributed systems, Multi-Agent System design, and Runtime Verification mechanisms. Key projects include AI-assisted message processing for police and Norm-based traffic control systems . Recent publications highlight his work on Argumentation-based Inquiry (2022) and Collaborative Monitoring (2016). He also investigates Security Threats in collaborative verification and Organizational Replication through inheritance models. He contributes to: Autonomous Vehicles regulation Crime Analysis through AI Peer-to-Peer Argumentation frameworks His work appears in venues like PRIMA , ECAI , and AAMAS .

Giovanni SilenoView profile

Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• Logic Programming
• Knowledge Representation
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Giovanni Sileno is an academic specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Logic Programming, and Knowledge Representation, with teaching appointments at the University of Amsterdam, EPITA Paris, and Université Pierre et Marie Curie. His primary affiliation is with the Informatics Institute at the University of Amsterdam where he serves as a Lecturer. His research interests span multiple domains within computer science, focusing particularly on formal methods for normative systems, agent-based programming, and logic-based knowledge representation. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in policy modeling, forensic science, and business information systems. Dr. Sileno has developed several notable software projects including AgentScriptCC for single-threaded intentional agents, DCPLschema for normative policy specifications, and libraries for normative primitives in Answer Set Programming. His GitHub activity shows consistent contributions from 2012 through 2025, indicating active engagement in both research and development. His publications reflect a strong focus on formal methods applied to practical problems, with particular emphasis on normative systems, agent architectures, and logic programming applications. The research trajectory shows evolution from foundational topics in logic and numeral systems toward increasingly sophisticated applications in policy modeling and agent-based systems. As an educator, he has taught across multiple institutions and disciplines, covering topics from basic programming paradigms to advanced knowledge representation and formal modeling techniques. His teaching spans undergraduate to master's level courses in information studies, cognitive science, data science, and forensic science.

• Cultural History
• Postcolonial Studies
• Colonialism
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Dr. Britta Schilling is Associate Professor of Cultural History at Utrecht University’s Department of History and Art History within the College of Humanities. Her research focuses on cultural memory, legacies of empire, and everyday experiences under colonialism. She has held prestigious fellowships, including the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship and NWO Aspasia Grant. BA, History and Art History, Brown and Rutgers Universities MPhil and DPhil, University of Oxford Schilling’s publications explore topics such as colonial architecture, material culture, street naming controversies, and Cold War-era European interventions. She supervises MA and PhD students, particularly in postcolonial and imperial history, with former advisees pursuing doctorates at institutions like the University of Toronto and Humboldt-Universität Berlin. Her recent work includes the Beyond the Bungalow crowdsourcing project and the Bitterzoete Route initiative, which re-examines colonial street names in Utrecht. She is actively involved in public engagement, media commentary, and community-based educational projects. German Historical Institute London Dissertation Prize (2010) Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship (2012-2015) NWO Aspasia Grant In her teaching, Schilling coordinates the Research Master’s program in History and leads courses on colonial memory. She collaborates with institutions like the Netherlands Institute of Advanced Study (NIAS) and contributes to editorial boards of journals such as the International Journal of History, Culture and Modernity .

Wouter KalfView profile

Lecturer

• Moral Philosophy
• Political Philosophy
• Meta-Ethics
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Wouter Kalf is a university lecturer in moral and political philosophy at Leiden University and a core lecturer in the Vision of the Future program. He is also affiliated with Utrecht University as a postdoctoral researcher and works with AOG School of Management. His academic journey includes obtaining a PhD from the University of Leeds in 2013, after which he has focused on bridging philosophy with practical applications in various domains. Dr. Kalf's research spans multiple areas of philosophical inquiry with a strong emphasis on practical application. His work primarily focuses on moral philosophy , political philosophy , and meta-ethics , examining how ethical frameworks can function as practical toolkits for decision making. He places significant importance on the cross-pollination between philosophy, science, and real-world practice, seeking to make philosophical insights accessible and applicable to contemporary challenges. His distinctive approach treats ethics not merely as subjective opinion but as a structured methodology for improving decision-making processes. His publications reveal a consistent trajectory toward making complex philosophical concepts relevant to everyday decision-making and future-oriented thinking. Kalf's work increasingly engages with contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, and the challenges of information integrity in the digital age, while maintaining a strong foundation in traditional philosophical inquiry. His 2023 book represents a significant contribution to making meta-ethical inquiry accessible to Dutch-speaking audiences. Since the fall of 2018, Dr. Kalf has served as program leader for Effective Thinking, where he develops approaches to enhance reasoning and decision-making capabilities. His teaching methodology emphasizes the critical distinction between mere streams of thought and norm-regulated thinking with specific goals, comparing effective thinking to chess where both purpose and rules guide meaningful outcomes. His vision centers on how sharper and more precise thinking about values contributes to a better world.

Stuart Xiang ZhuView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning and Inventory Control
• Marketing-Operations Interface
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Stuart Xiang Zhu is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen, specializing in Operations Management & Operations Research. His work intersects sustainable supply chains, digital business, and renewable energy applications. Ph.D. from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Cooperation with Chinese and Hong Kong scholars Fellow of research institute SOM Research focuses on stochastic dynamic programming, queueing theory, and game theory in sustainable operations. Key areas include sustainable supply chain management, production planning, and renewable energy integration. His 2025 publications address aspirational newsvendor models, CCUS opportunities, and sustainable aviation fuel supply chains. Recent articles analyze retail parallel importation, manufacturer resale strategies, and nonfungible token ecosystems. Teaching covers logistics, game theory, and queueing systems. Collaborations span National Natural Science Foundation of China and Hong Kong RGC grants.

• Gait analysis (kinematics and kinetics)
• Osteoarthritis
• Longitudinal Data Analysis
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Dr. Nikae te Moller is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University. Her research focuses on equine musculoskeletal health , combining gait analysis (kinematics/kinetics), osteoarthritis progression in equine joints, and longitudinal data analysis . She employs advanced techniques like facial electromyography (fEMG) and R programming for statistical analysis, with applications in science communication (e.g., public dance demonstrations of joint dynamics). Expertise in equine cartilage injury models (blunt vs. sharp lesions) Developed equine carpal groove model for osteoarthritis studies Innovator in optical coherence tomography (OCT) and near-infrared spectroscopy for cartilage assessment Recent publications (2024-2023) emphasize quantitative MRI , micro-CT , and infrared spectroscopy for early detection of cartilage defects. Her work bridges regenerative medicine and equine locomotion , with collaborations across biomedical engineering (e.g., 3D T1 relaxation time studies) and veterinary science. Awards include the Public Engagement Seed Fund . Current projects involve objective pain quantification and biomechanical response to treadmill exercise in horses.

• Functional Programming
• Compiler Design
• Game Development
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Jeroen Fokker is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Science , Utrecht University , affiliated with the Department of Information and Computing Sciences and the Software Technology group. He combines academic work with freelance software development for entomological field data processing using Klasse . His research interests focus on functional programming , compiler design , and game development , particularly in educational contexts. His recent articles (2019) emphasize game programming fundamentals, UI/UX design, and C# applications in game development, reflecting a strong pedagogical approach to teaching programming through games. He occasionally provides educational advice and web design services (2×2 days/year). His publications span functional programming tools, compiler architecture, and theoretical explorations of lambda calculus and Turing's work.

Alessandro SacconView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Nonlinear Control
• Optimal Control
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Alessandro Saccon is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research focuses on robotics, nonlinear control, and optimal control, particularly in dynamic robotic systems with intermittent contacts. He holds a PhD in Control System Theory from the University of Padova (2006) and has held postdoctoral and visiting positions at institutions including Instituto Superior Técnico (Lisbon) and the California Institute of Technology. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure. Education: - PhD in Control System Theory, University of Padova, Italy (2006) - M.Sc. (Laurea) in Computer Engineering, University of Padova (with honors) - Visiting positions at University of Colorado Boulder, Caltech, and Australian National University. Research Interests: - Modeling and control of complex robotic systems - Nonlinear control and estimation - Optimal control and trajectory optimization - Impact-aware robotics and dynamic manipulation - Geometric mechanics and multibody dynamics Awards: Claudio Maffezzoni Best PhD Thesis Award (2006) Dutch Data Prize 2024 (Natural and Engineering Sciences) Advising & Grants: Supervised 64 works (students/research projects). Project Manager for FIDCOM RBT (2024-2029). Labs & Teams: Lead research on Impact-Aware Robotics, with datasets published on 4TU.Centre for Research Data.

• Business Process Modeling
• Conceptual Modeling
• Data Visualization
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Dr. Jens Gulden is a Lecturer in Process Science at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His work spans business process modeling, information systems engineering, data visualization, and increasingly focuses on ethical considerations in business informatics. He is affiliated with the Software Process Science research group and has been actively publishing since 2006 with recent work extending into 2025. His research interests center around conceptual modeling, business process management, and data visualization techniques. He has made significant contributions to understanding how visual representations can support decision-making processes, particularly through eye-tracking studies. More recently, his work has evolved to address ethical dimensions of information systems, with growing focus on moral responsibility in conceptual modeling and ethical reasoning methods for ICT. His publications reveal a clear research trajectory from technical aspects of modeling and visualization toward addressing ethical implications of business information systems. He has co-organized multiple workshops on ethics and morality in business informatics (EMoWI) and has been instrumental in special sections of business process modeling conferences (BPMDS). Dr. Gulden has been actively involved in teaching courses such as Colloquium Business Informatics, Responsible ICT, and Scientific Research Methods for Business Informatics, reflecting his dual expertise in technical and ethical aspects of information systems. His collaborative network includes researchers like S. España, A. Bock, and R. Schmidt, with whom he has co-edited conference proceedings and organized workshops focused on both technical and ethical dimensions of business informatics.

Konstantinos TsilionisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Agile Software Development
• Business and IT Alignment
• Model-Based Systems Engineering
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Konstantinos Tsilionis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering & Innovation Sciences at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), where he conducts research at the intersection of agile software development, business-IT alignment, and enterprise architecture. His work focuses on reconciling agile software development practices at the operational level with strategic organizational intents, with applications particularly in healthcare and telecommunications sectors. His academic background includes: Bachelor's degree in Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece Master's degree in Business Economics from KU Leuven, Belgium Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in Business Information Management from KU Leuven, Belgium Ph.D. from the Research Center for Information Systems Engineering at KU Leuven, Belgium Tsilionis' research interests span multiple interconnected domains in software engineering and business-IT alignment. He investigates modeling-oriented approaches to drive feature-oriented development processes that deliver value to both end-users and strategic organizational layers. His work explores how agile methodologies can be scaled effectively in large software development projects while maintaining business-IT alignment. He has made significant contributions to understanding the complementarity between different modeling techniques like CMMN and iStar for complex domain problems. Additionally, his research examines diversity-driven power dynamics in software engineering environments, particularly focusing on gender and racial diversity impacts on workplace behaviors. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the intersection of agile software development, enterprise architecture, and business-IT alignment. The research shows a progression from tactical agile implementation concerns toward strategic alignment considerations. Key themes include capability-based management, digital transformation in specific industries, scaling agility in large organizations, and the integration of different modeling approaches to address complex organizational challenges. Tsilionis actively contributes to the academic community through service activities: Program committee member for the International Conference on Business Informatics and ACM Symposium on Applied Computing Reviewer for high-impact journals including Information and Software Technology, IEEE Transactions on Services Computing, and IT Professional He teaches courses on Digitalization and Enterprise Systems and the Design of Business Information Systems at TU/e, connecting theoretical frameworks with practical applications for students. His educational background in both physics and business economics informs his interdisciplinary approach to software engineering research.

H. (Hans) PhilippiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Database Systems
• Bioinformatics
• Data Science
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H. (Hans) Philippi is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Department of Algorithmic Data Analysis under the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on database systems, bioinformatics, distributed systems, and algorithms. He can be reached at h.philippi@uu.nl and is located in Room BBL464 of the Buys Ballot building in Utrecht. Philippi's work spans multiple areas, including leveraging database technology for bioinformatics challenges like sequence alignment (e.g., BLAST emulation) and exploring distributed database architectures. His earlier research also involved object-oriented systems evaluation, reflecting a longstanding interest in software design and systems optimization. His publications highlight contributions to both theoretical and applied database systems, with a strong emphasis on algorithmic approaches to data analysis. No notable scientific awards have been mentioned in the records. Philippi has not listed any current or past advisees or grants in the provided information. His work is primarily conducted within the Algorithmic Data Analysis group, part of Utrecht University's broader AI & Data Science initiative.