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• Materials Science and Technology
• 3D and 4D Imaging
• X-ray Imaging
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Annapaola Parrilli is a research scientist and project leader at Empa's Center for X-ray Analytics (CXA) in Switzerland. She is habilitated as an Associate Professor in the Italian higher education system in the field of Materials Science and Technology and is actively involved in advanced imaging and materials research. She is affiliated with Empa, a leading Swiss federal research institute focused on materials and technology, under the '400 - Materials Meet Life' and '499 - Center for X-ray Analytics' divisions. Her research interests include: 3D and 4D imaging of organs and tissues Integration of imaging and biomechanics Biomaterials and tissue engineering Regenerative medicine Development of contrast agents for preclinical and translational research Advanced microtomographic techniques in orthopedic research She is the Principal Investigator of an SNF-funded project (2020–2024) on the 3D imaging of the microvascular anatomy of the meniscus. Her work bridges materials science, biomedical engineering, and clinical applications, with a strong emphasis on non-destructive evaluation and imaging technologies. She teaches in the Master in Biomedical Engineering program at the University of Bern, offering courses in 'Introduction to Material Science' and '(Bio)Materials', as well as a one-day Empa course on 'Introduction to Non-Destructive Analysis and X-ray Imaging'. Annapaola Parrilli is a member of the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society (TERMIS) and serves as a scientific chair for PhD and postdoc fellowships at the FWO (Fonds Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek) in Belgium. She is also a peer reviewer for several prestigious journals including Acta Biomaterialia , Biofabrication , Journal of Microscopy , and Surface Topography: Metrology and Properties . She previously spent ten years at the IRCCS Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute in Italy, a leading orthopedic hospital, before joining Empa. Her PhD was obtained from the University of Pisa in Italy, focusing on advanced microtomographic techniques for evaluating biomaterials in orthopedic applications.

Clément Luc RamesView profile

Lecturer

• Urban Sociology
• Computational Methods in Urban Studies
• Spatial Transformation of Societies
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Clément Luc Rames is a Lecturer at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , specifically affiliated with the College of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Laboratory of Urban Sociology (LASUR) . They also serve as a Doctoral Assistant in the Urban Sociology Laboratory and are a doctoral student in the Doctoral Program in Architecture and Urban Sciences (EDAR) at EPFL. Their research and teaching focus on integrating statistical techniques with critical urban theory to address challenges in environmentally and socially sustainable urban policies amid the climate crisis. They coordinate the course Computational Methods in Urban Studies (CMUS) , which emphasizes data-driven approaches to urban analysis. Contact: clement.rames@epfl.ch , ORCID , LASUR Website .

Pierre-Yves GilliéronView profile

Lecturer

• Geomatics
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• GNSS - Satellite Navigation
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Pierre-Yves Gilliéron is a Senior Scientific Collaborator and Section Assistant at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Environmental Engineering Sciences (SIE) section. He serves as Deputy Director of the SIE section since 2018 and is a Lecturer in satellite positioning and geomatics. His work spans teaching, research, and academic administration, including managing bachelor’s and master’s study plans, mobility programs, and internships. His research interests are centered on Geomatics, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), GNSS (satellite navigation), Geographic Information Systems, and road and transport standardization . He has extensive expertise in mobile mapping, precise road geometry, pedestrian navigation, and the integration of GNSS in transport systems. His work also explores big data, crowdsourcing, and the quality of traffic information in modern mobility contexts. His recent publications reflect a strong focus on positioning performance, integrity, and reliability in ITS, particularly for autonomous and safer driving. He has led and contributed to major European research initiatives like the COST TU1302 SaPPART Action, emphasizing the role of high-quality positioning in future transport systems. His work bridges technical research with practical applications in road safety, urban mobility, and infrastructure management. Scientific Affiliations and Service: Deputy Director, SIE Section, EPFL Member, Swiss Institute of Navigation (ION-CH) Member, Swiss Geodetic Commission (SCNAT/SGK) Member, VSS Expert Commissions Member, its-ch Committee Professional affiliations: IGSO, geosuisse, SSPIT Former member, ENAC Faculty Council (2004–2010) Member, SIE Teaching Committee He has supervised students such as D. Moreau and has been instrumental in developing educational resources, including a MOOC on geomatics available on Coursera. His research is supported by collaborations with institutions like IFSTTAR and industry partners, focusing on real-time data capture, navigation system enhancement, and the management of scientific projects and networks. Laboratories and Research Groups: Formerly affiliated with the Topometry Laboratory (TOPO) at EPFL Involved in the NEARCTIS project (Network of Excellence for Cooperative Traffic Management)

Jonas SchnidrigView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainable Energy System Modelling
• Life Cycle Assessment
• Renewable Energy Planning
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Jonas Schnidrig is a Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) and the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He works as an External Employee in the SCI STI FM Group at EPFL Valais Wallis, based at the IPESE institute in Sion. His research focuses on sustainable energy policy and planning, specializing in energy system modeling, optimization, and decision support for the energy transition. He actively bridges research, industry, government, and society by developing strategies that balance ecological, social, and economic dimensions of energy transitions. Dr. Schnidrig's educational background includes: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Energy and Technologies) from EPFL-HES-So Valais Wallis (2020-2024) Master's in Mechanical Engineering (Thermodynamics & Energetics) from EPFL (2018-2020) Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from EPFL (2013-2018) His research interests span sustainable energy system modeling, life cycle assessment, renewable energy planning, rational use of energy, and thermoeconomic optimization. He specializes in energy system integration, incorporating sustainability metrics into energy planning, policy support for sustainable energy transitions, and renewable energy finance and infrastructure planning. His work emphasizes a life-cycle perspective to evaluate the ecological, social, and economic dimensions of energy systems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on decentralized energy systems, multi-actor energy planning, and the integration of environmental metrics into energy modeling. His research demonstrates how strategic decentralization can reduce system costs by up to 10% while increasing self-consumption by up to 68%. He has pioneered methodologies that integrate life-cycle impact assessment into energy system modeling, showing potential for 15-47% cost reductions alongside 31-81% reductions in environmental impacts. His notable scientific achievement includes: Zanelli Prize for outstanding contribution to sustainable development (2020) Dr. Schnidrig coordinates the EnergyScope Community, which brings together over 50 researchers and practitioners, and contributes to major international projects including EnergyScope Community, Net Zero Valais, and collaborations with Polytechnique Montréal, Hydro Québec, and Swiss energy institutions. He supervises semester and master projects at EPFL and teaches the course "Sustainability, climate and energy" (ENV-421). He leads research on digital twins for cities within the Blue City project and focuses on understanding the role of infrastructure in high share renewable energy systems, investigating synergies across different scales, and developing sustainable energy systems that align economic efficiency with environmental sustainability.

• Signal Processing
• Computational Biology
• Quantitative Biology
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Maria Boulougouri is a Doctoral Assistant at the Signal Processing Laboratory 2 (LTS2) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), within the School of Engineering and the Institute of Electrical Engineering. She is concurrently pursuing her doctoral studies in the Doctoral Program in Computational and Quantitative Biology (EDCB) under the EDOC Doctoral School at EPFL. Research Interests: Her work bridges signal processing and computational biology, focusing on the development and application of quantitative methods for biological data analysis. Her research interests include signal processing, computational biology, bioinformatics, machine learning in biological systems, and data-driven approaches in life sciences. This interdisciplinary profile suggests strong expertise in algorithmic modeling and analysis of complex biological signals and datasets. No publications are listed in the provided text, so no trends can be derived at this time. Scientific Awards: Advising and Grants: There is no information available regarding student advising or research grants in the provided text. Labs and Teams: Maria is affiliated with the Signal Processing Laboratory 2 (LTS2) at EPFL, a research group focused on advancing theoretical and applied aspects of signal processing with applications in biology, medicine, and engineering.

Marcel DrabbelsView profile

Professor

• Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Dynamics
• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
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Prof. Marcel Drabbels is a Titular Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences and the Institute of Chemical Sciences and Engineering . He leads the Laboratory of Molecular Nanodynamics (LND) , where his research focuses on the spectroscopy and dynamics of nanoscale systems, particularly using ultrafast lasers and time-resolved electron microscopy. Academic Rank: Professor Appointment: Senior Scientist (1998), Promoted to Titular Professor (2021) Previous Positions: Free University of Amsterdam, FOM Institute, University of California Santa Barbara His research interests include ultrafast molecular dynamics, helium nanodroplets, photodissociation, quantum solvation, and cryogenic electron microscopy . He employs advanced laser and electron imaging techniques to study real-time processes in isolated molecular systems and quantum fluids. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in microsecond time-resolved cryo-electron microscopy , where his group develops methods to flash-melt and revitrify cryo-samples to capture dynamic structural changes in biomolecules and materials. Other key themes include ultrafast electron diffraction , nanoplasma dynamics , and quantum fluid effects in doped helium clusters. Scientific Awards: Prix Polysphères for excellence in teaching (2008) Fellowship from the Royal Dutch Academy of Sciences (1997) Advising: Prof. Drabbels has supervised numerous PhD students, including A. D. B. Clark, V. Oliver Álvarez de Lara, X. Zhang, and E. Loginov. His lab fosters interdisciplinary research at the intersection of physics, chemistry, and structural biology. While no specific grant information is listed, his sustained output suggests active funding support for instrumentation and experimental programs in ultrafast science. Laboratory: The Laboratory of Molecular Nanodynamics (LND) operates at the forefront of time-resolved imaging, combining laser spectroscopy with electron microscopy to probe dynamics at the nanoscale.

Virginia CarnevaliView profile

Lecturer

• Theoretical condensed matter physics
• Materials for photovoltaics
• 2-dimensional materials
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Virginia Carnevali is a Lecturer at the Laboratory of Computational Chemistry and Biochemistry (LCBC), part of the Institute of Chemical Sciences and Engineering (ISIC) within the School of Basic Sciences (SB) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). She works on theoretical and computational investigations of advanced materials for energy and quantum applications. Research Interests: Theoretical condensed matter physics, including structural, electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of materials using tools like Quantum ESPRESSO and CP2K Development of tight-binding Hamiltonians and transport property analysis Investigation of photovoltaic materials, including Pb/Sn-based organic perovskites and HTL-ETL interfaces 2D materials research focusing on graphene on metallic surfaces and mathematical modeling of stacked systems Thermoelectric materials optimization for PbCuBiS₃ (aikinite) and Cu₃SnS₄ (kuramite) families Topological materials discovery via symmetry-breaking mechanisms Quantum computing applications for condensed matter problems on D-Wave annealers Teaching: She contributes to educational programs at EPFL through the EDCH-ENS teaching consortium.

• Bioinformatics
• Microbial Meta-omics
• Computational Biology
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Emma Bell is a Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the EDCE-ENS program under the Vice Presidency for Academic Affairs (VPA-AVP-DLE). She specializes in bioinformatics and teaches hands-on courses focused on microbial meta-omics . Role: Lecturer Status: Invited guest Her research and teaching bridge computational biology and life sciences , emphasizing practical applications in microbial data analysis. No scientific awards or publications are explicitly listed in the provided text.

• Nuclear Materials
• Radiation Effects
• Alloys in Nuclear Industry
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Yong Dai is a Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) specializing in nuclear materials research and radiation effects on materials. They are affiliated with the VPA-AVP-DLE (Vice Presidency for Academic Affairs - Advanced Virtual Programs - Digital Learning Ecosystems) and AVP-DLE-EDOC (Advanced Virtual Programs - Digital Learning Ecosystems - Education Outreach) departments. Teaches graduate-level courses on radiation effects in nuclear materials Supervises PhD and Master's students through hands-on workshops and seminars Focuses on experimental nuclear materials research and simulation techniques Their work emphasizes defect analysis in irradiated materials and mechanical property evolution. Yong Dai actively engages in collaborative projects on advanced manufacturing and analytics for nuclear systems. Past advisees include: Cui Lijuan Long Bin Vieh Christiane Wang Kun

Rima Mekdaschi StuderView profile

Researcher

• Sustainable land management
• Landscape restoration
• Climate change adaptation
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Rima Mekdaschi Studer is a Senior Research Scientist specializing in sustainable land systems at the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE) , University of Bern. With field experience across Niger, Syria, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Mongolia, her work focuses on dryland restoration, climate adaptation, and knowledge management for land degradation neutrality. Key affiliations: World Overview of Conservation Approaches and Technologies (WOCAT), World Association of Soil and Water Conservation (WASWC) Geographic expertise: Dryland regions in Africa, Middle East, and Asia Research Interests center on: Sustainable land management in arid regions Climate change adaptation/mitigation strategies Agroforestry implementation Plant water relations and nutrition analysis Capacity building for land restoration Networking for global SLM implementation Publication Trends show a consistent focus on dryland conservation, with recent works addressing gender integration (2024), climate adaptation frameworks (2023), and participatory planning (2022). Collaborative outputs emphasize technical guidelines (2019), cross-regional comparisons (2020), and knowledge dissemination (2016). Professional Contributions include leading the WOCAT program and developing decision support tools for land managers. She has authored/coauthored 31 publications, with 10 recent works spanning 2016-2024. Languages & Networks: Fluent in English, German, French, and Arabic. Active in global soil/water conservation networks.

Negar KiyavashView profile

Professor

• Business Analytics
• Causal Inference
• Machine Learning
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Negar Kiyavash serves as a Full Professor and Chair of Business Analytics at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), specifically within the College of Management of Technology (CDM), Institute of Management of Technology and Entrepreneurship (MTEI), and Business Analytics department (BAN). She maintains an active presence at EPFL with office location at ODY 1 01.1 (Odyssea), Station 5, 1015 Lausanne, and can be contacted via email at negar.kiyavash@epfl.ch or phone at +41 21 693 02 59. Her research interests span Business Analytics, Causal Inference, Machine Learning applications in econometrics, Network Analysis, and Management of Technology. Professor Kiyavash teaches specialized courses including Causal Inference , where students learn network analysis with emphasis on causal relationships, and Machine Learning Methods in Econometrics , which provides graduate students with grounding in machine learning techniques applied to business analytics. As an active academic leader, she serves on multiple institutional committees including the Open Science Strategic Committee and the CDM Council. She also participates in doctoral education as a PhD program committee member for the Management of Technology doctoral program. Professor Kiyavash currently supervises seven PhD students and has previously mentored two doctoral candidates to completion. Her laboratory, the Business Analytics Lab (BAN), serves as the research hub for her team's work at the intersection of data science and business applications.

Damian BorthView profile

Professor

• Digitalization & Transformation
• Machine Learning
• Remote Sensing
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Prof. Dr. Damian Borth is a faculty member and Academic Director of the Doctoral Program for Computer Science at the University St.Gallen , affiliated with the School of Computer Science and the Institute of Computer Science (ICS-HSG) . His research spans Machine Learning , Remote Sensing , and Digitalization & Transformation , with a focus on diffusion models, vision transformers, and environmental data analysis. Recent publications highlight advancements in anomaly detection , cross-modal translation , and climate monitoring using AI. Key themes include weight space learning , federated learning , and data-efficient AI for Earth observation. His work bridges theoretical deep learning and practical applications in financial auditing, pollution estimation, and satellite imagery.

• Mathematics
• Linear Algebra
• Mathematical Analysis
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Anastasia Khukhro serves as a Lecturer at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) within the Centre des méthodes mathématiques et statistiques (CMS), operating under the Associate Vice Presidency for Education (AVP-E). Her primary role focuses on delivering foundational mathematics instruction for EPFL's preparatory year program across multiple academic tracks. Her teaching portfolio encompasses core mathematical disciplines essential for engineering and science students: Linear Algebra (for CMS): Integrating set theory, elementary logic, and geometric interpretation of fundamental linear algebra concepts in dimension 2 Analysis I (for CMS): Comprehensive introduction to differential calculus principles Analysis II (for CMS-3): Advanced continuation of calculus topics (coursebook pending section approval) Analysis B (for MAN): Establishment of differential and integral calculus fundamentals Her pedagogical expertise centers on foundational mathematics education, with specialized focus on Linear Algebra, Mathematical Analysis, and preparatory curriculum development for diverse student cohorts. Based at EPFL's Lausanne campus in Building BS room 281, she maintains direct accessibility through her professional email anastasia.khukhro@epfl.ch and office phone +41 21 693 12 73.

• Social inequalities
• Poverty
• Quantitative Methods
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Elisabeth Gutjahr is an Associate Professor at the Fribourg School of Social Work, part of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO). She holds a main contract as Associate HES Professor and maintains an active research and teaching profile with expertise in quantitative methods, social inequalities, poverty studies, and accessibility. Her institutional affiliations include serving on the ARTIAS committee as a representative of the social work domain of HES-SO since 2016, membership on the Swiss Household Panel scientific commission, and participation in the Swiss Social Work Society (SSTS) board since 2021. Professor Gutjahr's research interests center on social inequalities, poverty dynamics, precariousness, and socio-professional integration. Her work employs sophisticated quantitative methodologies to examine poverty trajectories, social assistance systems, and the structural factors contributing to social vulnerability. She has developed particular expertise in analyzing how life events, employment status, and family dynamics intersect with poverty experiences. Her research often bridges academic inquiry with practical policy implications, focusing on how social protection systems can be improved to address emerging social risks. Her publication record reveals consistent engagement with longitudinal analysis of poverty and social assistance. Her work demonstrates a methodological sophistication that combines sequence analysis, growth mixture modeling, and mixed methods approaches. A clear thematic progression shows her moving from foundational work on poverty trajectories to more recent investigations of emergency housing systems and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on independent workers. Her research consistently highlights how social inequalities are embedded in institutional structures rather than merely reflecting individual circumstances. Professor Gutjahr has secured significant research funding from diverse sources including CDAS, FOPIS, Ville de Fribourg, DGCS Vaud, CSTS, and FNS. Her current projects include analysis of shelters and emergency accommodations on behalf of SODK (as co-applicant) and a study on work quality in social institutions affiliated with INFRI (as principal investigator). She has previously led investigations into social assistance outside LASoc in Fribourg, evaluation of emergency housing in Vaud, dynamics of social assistance in Switzerland, and the impact of patient suicide on professionals. Her leadership extends beyond research to educational innovation, having conceptualized and implemented bilingual education programs since 2018-2019, co-managed the initial training department from 2016-2020, and previously held responsibility for the social service orientation (2006-2014) and social service program (2005-2006). She has also developed specialized training programs for state employees on violence prevention since 2004 and was instrumental in establishing the social work training program at HETS-FR between 2003-2005.

Giacinta JeanView profile

Professor

• History of Architecture
• Conservation and Restoration of Historic Monuments
• History and Archaeology of Built Heritage
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Giacinta Jean is a Full Professor of History and Techniques of Conservation and Restoration at the Department of Environment Constructions and Design (DACD) at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI). She has been responsible for the Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in Conservation-Restoration since 2005 and holds significant leadership roles in conservation education and research. Her academic background includes an Architecture degree from the Polytechnic of Milan (1991), a Docteur ès sciences from EPFL (1997), and a Ph.D. in History of Architecture and Urban Planning from the Polytechnic of Turin (1999). Prior to joining SUPSI, she worked as an assistant at the University of Geneva (1991-1995) and as an invited lecturer at the Polytechnic of Milan (1998-2004). Dr. Jean's research focuses on the intersection of historical preservation, architectural heritage, and modern conservation techniques. Her work spans several key areas: History and archaeology of the built heritage History of construction techniques Conservation and restoration of historic monuments Stucco decoration techniques and analysis Ethical considerations in conservation practices Preservation of intangible cultural heritage Her publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical conservation challenges at UNESCO World Heritage sites including Sacro Monte di Varallo and Sacro Monte di Ossuccio. She employs interdisciplinary approaches combining art history, scientific analysis (PLM, SEM-EDS, FTIR), and practical conservation techniques to address complex preservation issues. Among her notable recognitions is the Premio Credit Suisse Award for Best Teaching (2013-2014). She leads multiple significant research projects including 'Arches of Light' (focused on Mendrisio's Holy Week Processions, inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2019), 'Ticino Artists in Europe,' and 'Be amazed - Discovering the masters of stucco in Ticino.' Dr. Jean's work bridges theoretical research and practical application, with projects spanning Switzerland, Italy, and Lebanon. She has developed guidelines for conservation practices and contributes significantly to international conservation discourse through conferences, publications, and collaborative research initiatives.