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• Database Management
• Data Privacy
• Data Science
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Dr. Tianbing Xia is a Lecturer at the School of Computing and Information Technology, University of Wollongong (UOW), where he has been employed since 2021. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from UOW (1997–2000) and has over two decades of experience in tertiary education, research, and the IT industry. Prior to his PhD, he worked in the IT department of China Construction Bank HUBEI Province, contributing to software networking systems that earned a national-level award. His teaching spans a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including CSIT115, CSCI 882, and others. Research interests include database management, data privacy, combinatorial code design, and computer security. He has actively supervised four Higher Degree Research students, focusing on topics like data processing optimization and cybersecurity. Dr. Xia’s research contributions span over 50 publications, with notable works in query optimization, parallel data transfer scheduling, and combinatorial matrix constructions. He has received funding for projects like Real-Time Visualisation of Intrusion Detection and Fuzzy-based Cryptography Applications . Notable recognition includes the national Technology and Advanced Development Grand Prize for a software networking system. He is currently available to supervise Masters and PhD students in data science and cybersecurity domains.

• Differential Geometry
• Global Analysis
• Homogeneous Spaces
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Prof. Dr. Kai Köhler is a faculty member at the Mathematisches Institut of Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf. He teaches advanced courses in Global Analysis , Homogeneous Lie Groups , and Mathematical Foundations , with active research in differential geometry, Arakelov geometry, and analytic torsion. Research Interests: Differential geometry, Global analysis, Homogeneous spaces, Arakelov geometry, Analytic torsion, Index theorems, and applications to physics. Advising: Supervised PhD theses by Tobias Ebel, Thomas Ueckerdt, and Pascal Teßmer on topics like equivariant torsion, arithmetic fixed points, and asymptotics of holomorphic torsion. Publications: Authored a textbook on differential geometry (Springer 2024) and published key works in Mathematische Zeitschrift , Inventiones Mathematicae , and journals on heat kernels, Dirac operators, and Lefschetz-type fixed point formulas. Contact: Office 25.22.03.58, +49 211 81-12191, koehler@math.uni-duesseldorf.de .

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
• p-adic Analysis
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Marc Masdeu Sabate is a researcher in the Department of Mathematics, focusing on advanced topics in number theory and algebraic geometry. He is actively involved in academic research, currently leading the project VALORACIONES NO ARQUIMEDIANAS EN GEOMETRIA Y TEORIA DE NUMEROS EXPLICITAS as a Co-Principal Investigator. His work emphasizes p-adic analysis, elliptic curves, and modular forms. Research interests include plectic theory, p-adic singular moduli, and computational methods in arithmetic geometry. Recent contributions involve interdisciplinary approaches to Darmon points and triple-product p-adic L-functions. He collaborates internationally on projects exploring non-Archimedean valuations and their applications in explicit number theory. Masdeu is accepting PhD students and has published extensively in top-tier journals like Advances in Mathematics and Research in Mathematical Sciences . His research integrates automorphic forms with computational experimentation to address foundational questions in arithmetic geometry.

Ivan Minchev MinchevView profile

Associate Professor

• Differential Geometry
• Quaternionic Structures
• Contact Manifolds
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Ivan Minchev Minchev is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics, University of Sofia, specializing in differential geometry and quaternionic structures. He serves as Vice-dean for Bachelor's Degree Programs and Postgraduate Qualification in Geometry. His research focuses on geometric analysis, mathematical physics, and special geometries. Research Interests: Dr. Minchev's work centers on quaternionic contact manifolds, twistor spaces, and geometric PDEs. His collaborative studies with S. Ivanov, D. Vassilev, and Jan Slovák explore Einstein structures, Yamabe problems, and subelliptic equations on Heisenberg groups. Publication Trends: His publications (2004-2022) reveal a sustained focus on quaternionic geometry, twistor theory, and geometric inequalities. Key contributions include advancements in Yamabe equations, extremal Sobolev functions, and existence criteria for special geometric structures.

• 3D Computer Vision
• Geometric Deep Learning
• Topological Deep Learning
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Tolga Birdal is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow in the Department of Computing at Imperial College London. As the Principal Investigator (PI) of the CIRCLE group , his research focuses on topological deep learning, geometric machine learning, and 3D computer vision, with theoretical interests in non-Euclidean inference and deep learning principles. Education: PhD and MSc in Computer Vision from Technical University of Munich (2018), BSc in Computer Science from Sabancı University (2008). Projects: PI for UKRI-EPSRC's UNTOLD (Topological Deep Learning), Royal Society's drug discovery initiative, and EPSRC's GNOMON (Generative Models in non-Euclidean Spaces). Leadership: Area Chair for CVPR, ICCV, and 3DV 2025 Publication Chair. His work bridges differential geometry, algebraic topology, and deep neural networks, with applications in quantum computer vision, 3D/4D generative priors, and medical imaging. Key contributions include novel frameworks for rotation forecasting, graph generation, and topological generalization bounds. Scientific Awards: UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship EMVA Young Professional Award

Novi Herawati BongView profile

Assistant Professor

• Graph Theory
• Combinatorics
• Extremal Graph Theory
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Novi Herawati Bong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Delaware. Her research focuses on combinatorics, particularly in graph theory, with specializations in extremal graph theory, Turán-type problems, degree-diameter subgraphs, threshold strong/multiset dimension problems, graph labeling, spectral graph theory, and zero forcing numbers. Education: Bachelor's degree from University of Indonesia Master's degree in ALGANT (Algebra, Geometry, and Number Theory) program at Universiteit Leiden (Netherlands) and Université Bordeaux 1 (France) PhD in Mathematics from University of Newcastle, Australia (2017) Her research employs construction techniques and spans collaborations across multiple institutions, including a research visit at University of West Bohemia in the Czech Republic. She has received prestigious scholarships such as the Erasmus Mundus, AUN NUS Study Award, UNIPRS, and UNRSC50:50. Scientific Awards: Erasmus Mundus Scholarship AUN NUS Study Award University of Newcastle International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (UNIPRS) University of Newcastle Research Scholarship Central (UNRSC50:50) Her scholarly contributions include advancements in zero forcing numbers, threshold dimensions, and antimagic labelings. She is also engaged in mindfulness research and training through the Oxford Mindfulness Center.

Alexandre MayerView profile

Professor

• Genetic Algorithms
• High-Performance Computing
• Optical Engineering
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Prof. Alexandre Mayer is a faculty member at the University of Namur, affiliated with the Department of Physics. His research focuses on interdisciplinary topics such as genetic algorithms, quantum mechanics, and optical engineering. He leads major projects like PHOENIX (2024–2029) and Bessel-CNNs (2023–2024), advancing machine learning and materials science. He has been recognized with the Quantum Project Stipend (2000) and Fenia Berz Award (2003). His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals via photovoltaic innovations and materials optimization. Education: Doctor of Sciences (1998), DEA in Physics and Material Chemistry (1996), Master in Physics (1995). Research Interests: Mayer’s expertise spans computational intelligence, high-performance computing, and nanotechnology. Recent efforts include optimizing nanopyramidal absorbers and developing 2D quaternion convolutions for 3D image processing. His work intersects physics, computer science, and engineering, with applications in cosmology and historical document analysis. Grants & Activities: Principal Investigator of €5M+ projects, including PNV+ (2016–2020) and LED (2015–2019), focusing on photovoltaics and nanostructured devices. Active in conferences like SPIE Photonics Europe (2024) and workshops on quantum technologies. Labs & Affiliations: Namur Institute of Structured Matter (NISM) and Namur Institute for Complex Systems (naXys), fostering interdisciplinary research in materials science and computational physics.

• Active Debris Removal
• Flight Control Systems
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
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Dr. Jason Forshaw is a Research Fellow II at the Surrey Space Centre, University of Surrey. He holds a PhD in Electronics Engineering from the same institution, an MS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University, and an MEng in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Sheffield. His career includes roles at Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, and QinetiQ, where he led the QinetiQ Eye-On UAV project. His research focuses on active debris removal technologies, flight control systems for UAVs and satellites, and experimental robotics. Education: MEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, University of Sheffield (2008) MS in Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University (2010) PhD in Electronics Engineering, Surrey Space Centre (2013) Research interests include UAV control, debris removal, satellite dynamics, and optimal control algorithms. He led the EU FP7 RemoveDEBRIS mission (€11.3M), demonstrating netting, harpooning, and drag sail technologies. His work on the Intrepid satellite testbed and the Service-Oriented Active Debris Removal (SOADR) project further highlights his contributions to space engineering. Key awards include the IET Undergraduate Scholarship and Sir Basil Blackwell Award. He has managed over 60 staff across 9 partners in RemoveDEBRIS and coordinated a Royal Society exhibition on space debris, featured globally. His technical leadership spans project management, bid support, and dissemination in space research.

• Linear Algebra
• Matrix Theory
• Data Science
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Jianzhen Liu is an Assistant Professor of Teaching at the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University at Buffalo, where he focuses on foundational mathematical research supporting data science and artificial intelligence applications. His educational qualifications include: MS in Analytics, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2024 PhD in Mathematics, Auburn University, 2017 MS in Mathematics, Beijing University of Technology, China, 2007 BS in Mathematics, Anyang Normal University, China, 2004 Dr. Liu's research centers on linear algebra and matrix theory, with significant contributions to positive partial transpose matrices, block matrix structures, Toeplitz systems, and quaternion-based matrix equations. His work bridges pure mathematics and computational applications, particularly in quantum information theory and data analysis frameworks. The theoretical depth of his publications demonstrates consistent expertise in matrix decompositions and algebraic structures. His publication history reveals a sustained focus on matrix theory since 2007, with recent work (2017-2020) emphasizing structural properties of matrices relevant to quantum computing and data science. This trajectory shows increasing alignment with his current role in an AI-focused institute. Scientific recognition includes: Tin-Yau Tam Graduate Fellowship, Auburn University, 2016 Ralph B. Bennett Graduate Fellowship, Auburn University, 2015 Don and Sandy Logan Graduate Fellowship, Auburn University, 2014 No information is available regarding graduate student supervision or externally funded research grants. Similarly, details about laboratory facilities or research team leadership could not be determined from the provided text.

Jian Sheng DaiView profile

Professor

• Theoretical kinematics
• Robotics
• Mechanisms
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Jian Sheng Dai is a Chair Professor of Mechanisms and Robotics at King’s College London , UK. He has held academic positions since 1989, including roles at University of Salford and University of Sunderland, and visiting positions in France, Italy, and Japan. His work focuses on kinematics, mechanisms, and robotics , pioneering metamorphic mechanisms and screw theory . Current: Chair Professor, King’s College London (2007–present) Adjunct Senior Research Professor, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (2007–2010) Research Interests : Jian Sheng Dai’s work spans theoretical kinematics , metamorphic mechanisms , screw theory , and compliant robotics . His research has led to novel applications in origami-inspired robotics , medical robotics , and reconfigurable systems . Article Trends : His recent publications emphasize mathematical formalisms (e.g., dual quaternions, screw algebra), origami-inspired robotics , and compliant mechanisms . These works bridge abstract geometric theory with practical applications in minimally invasive surgery and adaptive robotics . Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (2021) ASME Machine Design Award (2020) Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (2017) ASME DED Mechanisms and Robotics Award (2015) Overall Supervisory Excellence Award, King’s College London (2010) Labs and Collaborations : He co-established a reconfigurable robotics lab at Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), Italy, leading to the development of the ARBOT robot and Movendo Technology Srl . His compliant mechanism theories are core to AiTreat Pte Ltd ’s EMMA massage robots , deployed in Singapore with significant societal impact.

Saroglou ChristosView profile

Associate Professor

• Convex Geometry
• Functional Analysis
• Geometric Tomography
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Christos Saroglou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Ioannina, Greece. His academic career includes prior roles as Assistant Professor (2018–2023), Visiting Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, and postdoctoral positions at institutions including Kent State University and Tel Aviv University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Crete (2011), with a thesis on problems related to convex bodies. His research focuses on Convex and Affine Geometry, Isoperimetric Inequalities, Geometric Tomography, and Functional Analysis. Education: Ph.D. (2011) and M.Sc. (2005) from University of Crete; B.Sc. (2003) from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Key Research Areas: Convex Geometry, Functional Analysis, Geometric Probability, and Asymptotic Geometric Analysis. Recent Work: Contributions to the Lp-Minkowski problem, log-Brunn-Minkowski conjecture, and geometric inequalities involving Wulff shapes and projection bodies. His publications address topics such as symmetrization operators, convex body properties, and geometric inequalities. He actively participates in international conferences and collaborates with global researchers. Current advisees include Konstantinos Patsalos (PhD) and Lampros Athanassopoulos (MSc). His work bridges theoretical insights with applications in geometric functional analysis and convex geometry.

• Algebraic Geometry
• Algebraic Topology
• Motivic Cohomology
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Paulo Lima-Filho is a Professor at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on Algebraic Geometry and Algebraic Topology, with significant contributions to Motivic Cohomology, K-Theory, and Equivariant Cohomology. He holds a Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Stony Brook (1989), an M.A. from the Federal University of Pernambuco (1985), and a B.Sc. from the same institution (1984). His research explores advanced topics such as Chern cycles, regulator maps, and analytic currents, with recent work emphasizing connections between motivic cohomology and equivariant structures. Key contributions include studies on syntomic cohomology, real algebraic varieties, and arithmetic toric varieties. His work bridges pure mathematics with applications in geometric analysis and pharmacological modeling. Lima-Filho has published extensively since the 1990s, with notable papers on algebraic cycles, homotopy theory, and cohomological realizations. His scholarship reflects interdisciplinary rigor, integrating topological and geometric perspectives to address fundamental algebraic questions.

• Differential Geometry
• Representation Theory
• Mathematical Physics
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Batakidis Panagiotis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, where he has been serving since June 2019. His academic work focuses on the intersection of differential geometry, representation theory, and mathematical physics, contributing significantly to areas such as Poisson geometry, Lie theory, and deformation quantization. His educational background includes: PhD in Mathematics from Universite Paris 7-Denis Diderot (2009), with thesis titled "Deformation Quantization and Lie Theory" under the supervision of Prof. Charles Torossian Master's degree in Mathematics from Universite Paris Sud, Orsay (2005) Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2004) Dr. Batakidis's research primarily centers on differential geometry, representation theory, and mathematical physics. His work explores complex structures in geometry including Poisson structures, Lie algebroids, and deformation quantization. He has made significant contributions to understanding the interplay between algebraic structures and geometric frameworks, particularly in the context of mathematical physics. His research often bridges theoretical mathematics with physical applications, examining how abstract algebraic concepts manifest in geometric settings. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on geometric structures and their algebraic representations. The most recent works (2021-2025) show an increasing specialization in tetraplectic structures, Atiyah classes, and Courant-Dorfman algebras, indicating a deepening exploration of sophisticated geometric frameworks. Earlier publications (2009-2018) establish his foundational work in deformation quantization and Lie theory, showing a clear research trajectory from basic theoretical frameworks to increasingly complex geometric structures. Dr. Batakidis has held various academic positions internationally, including at Pennsylvania State University and the University of Cyprus, demonstrating his recognition in the global mathematical community. His collaborative research approach is evident from his extensive co-authorship record across multiple institutions.

Claudio GorodskiView profile

Professor

• Differential Geometry
• Lie Groups and Representations
• Riemannian Geometry
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Claudio Gorodski is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics of the University of São Paulo (USP), affiliated with the Institute of Mathematics and Statistics (IME). His research focuses on Differential Geometry, particularly in areas such as Riemannian geometry, symmetric spaces, Lie group representations, and geometric structures. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the São Paulo Journal of Mathematical Sciences . He teaches advanced courses including Geometric Analysis, Riemannian Geometry, and Differential Topology. Recent courses include 'Geometria Riemanniana' (Riemannian Geometry) and 'Grupos de Lie Compactos e Suas Representações' (Compact Lie Groups and Their Representations). His research group organizes a bi-weekly seminar on Differential Geometry. Key research interests include the geometry of isometric actions, submanifold theory, and the interplay between algebraic structures (Lie groups) and geometric objects. His work often explores curvature properties, symmetry, and classification problems in geometric spaces. He has authored over 60 research articles and a textbook on Smooth Manifolds. His contributions span topics like orbit space geometry, polar actions, and geometric analysis in symmetric spaces. Current projects include studies on positively curved manifolds, diameter gaps in sphere quotients, and representation-theoretic aspects of geometric actions.

Uwe SemmelmannView profile

Teaching Professor

• Differential Geometry
• Riemannian Geometry
• Geometric Analysis
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Uwe Semmelmann is a Teaching Professor and Dean of Faculty 8 at the University of Stuttgart , leading the Institute of Geometry and Topology as Chair of Geometry. His academic roles include serving on the Examination Board for Teaching Professions and overseeing the Mathematics department's administrative and academic functions. He specializes in Geometric Analysis , focusing on Riemannian manifolds, Killing spinors, Quaternion Kähler geometry, and geometric flows. His research bridges differential geometry with algebraic topology and mathematical physics, addressing topics like scalar curvature rigidity, Einstein deformations, and special holonomy structures. Grants: Principal Investigator of DFG Project SE 933/5-1 on nearly parallel G2 geometry (2020–2023). Teaching: Recently taught courses on Kähler manifolds, Riemannian geometry, and topology. His work spans over 50 publications, emphasizing geometric stability, spectral analysis, and geometric structures on symmetric spaces. He supervises PhD students in geometric analysis and has mentored numerous theses on topics like Einstein metrics, Sasakian manifolds, and spin geometry.