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Anne Zouggar AmraniView profile

Associate Professor

• Lean Manufacturing
• Industry 4.0
• Production Management
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Anne Zouggar Amrani is an Associate Professor at the University of Bordeaux , France, and a researcher at the IMS Lab within the Production Engineering research group ( LOCO2 team). She holds a PhD in production/logistics and an HDR qualification in Lean manufacturing. Research focuses on Lean implementation models , particularly in automotive and aeronautics sectors. Active in national collaborations (GDR Digital Transformations for SMEs) and international partnerships (University of New Haven, USN Norway, Sheffield UK, Polytecnico Di Milano, University of Galway). Supervised multiple doctoral theses and contributed to European projects, co-authoring over 40 publications. Co-leader of the Lean Thinking and Practices SIG in the IFIP/WG 5.7 community, organizing webinars on Lean production research advances. Her recent work explores the intersection of Lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies, emphasizing supply chain optimization, complexity measurement, and educational innovation. Articles analyze strategic frameworks for Lean-Industry 4.0 integration, AI-driven supply chain transformations, and cross-sector applications in healthcare. She leads research transfer initiatives to industry through partnerships with Safran , Dassault , Thales , Stellantis , and Faurécia , translating academic insights into practical tools for manufacturing and logistics.

Pieter VansteenwegenView profile

Professor

• Public Transportation Optimization
• Metaheuristics
• Demand-Responsive Transport Systems
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Prof. Pieter Vansteenwegen is a full professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Science, leading the Centre for Industrial Management/Traffic and Infrastructure (CIB) and chairing the KU Leuven Institute for Mobility (LIM). With a PhD in Operations Research (2008), he works on robust public transport systems, metaheuristics for logistics, and demand-responsive mobility solutions. Chair, KU Leuven Institute for Mobility Program Director, Master of Mobility and Supply Chain Engineering Board member, International Association of Railway Operations Research His research integrates transportation engineering , logistics optimization , and smart mobility systems , focusing on: Demand-responsive public transportation Metaheuristic algorithm development Inventory routing problems Smart waste collection strategies Multi-robot scheduling Recent publications demonstrate expertise in variable neighborhood search , Benders decomposition , and genetic algorithms applied to public transport, satellite scheduling, and circular economy logistics. His work has been cited over 9,400 times (Google Scholar H-index 51). Scientific recognition includes: Multiple IAROR best paper awards Best Reviewer European Journal of Operational Research BIVEC-GIBET PhD awards (2009, 2021, 2023) RASIG-INFORMS Student Paper Prizes He directs KU Leuven's Planning and Operational Research subdivision , serves on faculty councils, and founded spin-off dyNAVic for electronic tourist guides. His teaching portfolio includes courses in Public Transportation Design , Distribution Logistics , and Operational Management .

Velibor MačkićView profile

Associate Professor

• Political Economy
• Behavioral Economics
• Competitiveness Analysis
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Velibor Mačkić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb, where he has been employed since 2009. He serves as President of the Economic Analytics module council at the Integrated Undergraduate and Graduate University Study Program in Business Economics and has been a Special Advisor for the Economy and Chair of the Economic Council of the President of the Republic of Croatia, Zoran Milanović, since 2020. His academic career includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Behavioural Microeconomics, Microeconomics, Principles of Economics, Political Economy, and Political-Economic Analysis, as well as doctoral courses in Political Economy and Competitiveness Analysis. Mačkić's research focuses on political economy, behavioral economics, and competitiveness analysis of modern economies. His scholarly work examines political budget cycles, electoral clientelism, fiscal transparency, and labor market dynamics, particularly concerning pensioner reactivation. He has published extensively in international journals and has received the prestigious Marijan Hanžeković Foundation Award in 2013 for the best scientific paper. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the intersection of politics and economics, with particular attention to Croatian and EU contexts. He has participated in research projects funded by the Croatian Science Foundation, European Social Fund, and Ministry of Science, Education and Sports. As a reviewer, he contributes to journals including Contemporary Economic Policy, Croatian Operational Research Review, Economic Thought and Practice, and Public Sector Economics. Mačkić is also an external associate of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation Zagreb, an alumni of the Academy for Political Development, and a member of the Management Board of the Miko Tripalo Center for Democracy and Law.

Andreas KronenburgView profile

Professor

• Combustion Engineering
• Spray Combustion
• Turbulent Reactive Flows
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Professor Andreas Kronenburg serves as Institute Director and Dean of Studies at the Institute for Reactive Currents (WASTE) at the University of Stuttgart. With a background in mechanical engineering from RWTH Aachen and a PhD in Combustion Engineering from the University of Sydney, he has established himself as a leading researcher in combustion science. His career includes significant positions at Imperial College London where he served as Governor's Lecturer in Thermofluids (2000-2007) and Reader in Combustion (2007-2008) before joining the University of Stuttgart in 2009. Professor Kronenburg's educational background includes: RWTH Aachen, Mechanical Engineering (1989-1994) Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Study Abroad (1992-1993) University of California at Davis, Study Abroad (1992-1993) University of Sydney, PhD in Combustion Engineering (1995-1998) His research focuses on advanced combustion modeling, particularly turbulent reactive flows, spray combustion, and nanoparticle dynamics. Kronenburg has made significant contributions to Large Eddy Simulation (LES) techniques, Conditional Moment Closure (CMC) methods, and particle-based modeling approaches. His work spans fundamental combustion science and practical applications in energy systems, with recent emphasis on sustainable fuels including hydrogen, ammonia, and biomass conversion. His research group develops sophisticated computational models that address challenges in predicting complex combustion phenomena with high accuracy. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2026) reveals a strong focus on emerging energy technologies, particularly hydrogen and ammonia combustion for decarbonization, advanced particle dynamics in combustion systems, and computational methods for efficient simulation of complex reacting flows. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in modeling techniques while addressing practical engineering challenges in sustainable energy systems. Professor Kronenburg's scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: Fellow of the Combustion Institute (2019) Distinguished Paper Award of the Combustion Institute (2013) Hinshelwood Prize for meritorious work of a young researcher (2006) Two Sudgen Awards for significant contributions to combustion science (2005, 2006) Best paper award at the Australian Symposium on Combustion (1997) Springorum Commemorative Medal for academic excellence (1994) With over 3,300 citations across 164 publications and an h-index of 33, Professor Kronenburg maintains an active research program with significant impact. His work has received support from organizations like the German Research Foundation (DFG), and he collaborates extensively with international institutions including Imperial College London and the University of Sydney. The computational resources available to his research group through bwGrid and HLRS enable large-scale simulations that advance the understanding of complex combustion phenomena. The Institute for Reactive Currents under Professor Kronenburg's leadership focuses on cutting-edge research in combustion science and engineering. The institute develops advanced computational models for predicting combustion behavior in various applications, from traditional energy systems to emerging sustainable technologies. With expertise in both fundamental combustion processes and practical engineering applications, the institute contributes significantly to addressing current challenges in energy conversion and environmental protection.

Farzaneh DerakhshanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Programming Languages
• Language-based Security
• Type Theory
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Farzaneh Derakhshan is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at Illinois Institute of Technology . Her research focuses on Programming Languages , Type Theory , and Formal Methods , with applications to concurrent programming , security verification , and intermittent computing . PhD in Pure and Applied Logic from Carnegie Mellon University (2021) Postdoctoral Fellow at Carnegie Mellon University Her research projects include: Designing modal logic for system verification Relational logic for GPU side-channel security Type systems for intermittent computing Behavioral types for security Advising : PhD Students: Godha Pallavi Bhogadi (co-advised with Stefan Muller), Myra Dotzel (co-advised with Limin Jia), Lang Liu Master's Students: Akash Madhu (co-advised with Minxuan Zhou) Scientific Awards : NSF Collaborative Award #2350217 for "Mixed Assurance Reasoning via Modal Logic" (2024) Teaching : Courses include CS595. Language-based Security , CS534. Types and Programming Languages , and CS440. Programming Languages and Translators at Illinois Tech.

• Electrical Power Engineering
• Medium Voltage Networks
• Earth Fault Protection Systems
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Professor Józef Lorenc is a distinguished academic at Poznań University of Technology, holding the position of full professor within the Faculty of Environmental and Energy Engineering, specifically in the Institute of Electrical Power Engineering. With a scientific discipline classified under Environmental engineering, mining and energy (100%), he maintains an active research profile with numerous publications spanning several decades, including multiple publications in 2024. His research interests focus on critical aspects of electrical power systems, particularly medium voltage networks, earth fault protection systems, reactive power compensation, and demand response mechanisms. Professor Lorenc's work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications, addressing real-world challenges in power system reliability and safety. His expertise in electrical network analysis, particularly concerning earth asymmetry and fault detection, has positioned him as a leading researcher in his field. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on improving the reliability and efficiency of electrical power distribution systems. His work on reactive power compensation directly addresses energy loss reduction in distribution networks, while his research on demand elasticity informs better tariff design for residential consumers. The recurring theme across his publications is enhancing the safety and reliability of medium voltage networks, particularly through advanced fault detection and protection mechanisms. Professor Lorenc has supervised 10 doctoral dissertations and reviewed 11 additional dissertations, demonstrating his significant contribution to academic mentoring. His students have worked on topics including earth fault detection systems, medium voltage network protection, and demand response mechanisms. His editorial leadership on multiple editions of 'Blackout and the national power system' has shaped important discourse on power system security in Poland. His research has practical applications in improving the reliability of electrical networks, with several patented inventions including systems for detecting high-resistance short circuits and specialized measurement devices for network diagnostics. These contributions demonstrate his commitment to translating theoretical research into practical solutions for power system challenges.

• Blockchain and smart contracts
• Open API technology and security
• Social big data analysis
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陳恭 is a Professor at the Department of Information Management, College of Business, National Chengchi University. With expertise spanning blockchain technology, information security, and software engineering, he has established himself as a leading academic in Taiwan's fintech research community. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical business applications, particularly in digital finance and secure information systems. Dr. 陳恭 earned his PhD in Computer Science from Yale University (1989-1994), following Bachelor's and Master's degrees from National Taiwan University. His academic journey at National Chengchi University spans over two decades, progressing from Associate Professor to his current position as Professor, with significant administrative roles including Department Chair and Director of the Computer Center. Professor 陳恭's research primarily focuses on blockchain and smart contracts, Open API technology and security, social big data analysis, and programming languages. His work demonstrates a clear evolution from foundational programming language research to cutting-edge blockchain applications. He has made significant contributions to secure multi-party computation, aspect-oriented programming, and blockchain-based systems, with publications in top journals and conferences across computer science, public administration, and business innovation. An analysis of Professor 陳恭's recent publications (2016-2024) reveals a strong concentration on blockchain technology and its financial applications, particularly in smart contracts, consensus algorithms, and secure data dissemination. His research increasingly integrates with IoT systems and demonstrates practical applications in financial technology, showing a clear trajectory from theoretical foundations to real-world business solutions. His notable achievements include: Senior Excellent Teacher (20 years) from National Chengchi University Multiple Distinguished Professor appointments Special Outstanding Talent Award from the National Science Council Multiple Internationalization Excellent Research Awards Professor 陳恭 has secured numerous research grants from both governmental agencies like the Ministry of Science and Technology and private sector organizations including financial institutions and technology companies. His projects often focus on blockchain applications, fintech innovation, and information security, demonstrating strong industry-academia collaboration. He is actively involved in establishing National Chengchi University as a leading center for blockchain research in Taiwan, contributing to research centers focused on fintech innovation and digital transformation. His work has fostered significant collaborations between academia and industry in the rapidly evolving field of digital finance.

Francisco FerreiraView profile

Lecturer

• Type Systems and Formal Logic
• Formal Meta-theory
• Concurrency, Process Calculi and Session Types
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Francisco Ferreira is a Lecturer (tenure track, equivalent to Assistant Professor) in the Department of Computer Science at Royal Holloway, University of London. Previously, he was a postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Computing at Imperial College London, working with Professor Nobuko Yoshida. Dr. Ferreira's primary research interests include type systems and formal logic, formal meta-theory, concurrency and process calculi, session types, temporal logic and other modal logics, and principled approaches to programming. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, particularly in the realm of communication protocols and programming language design. His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on session types and their applications, with a trajectory moving from foundational theoretical work to practical implementations. Over the past decade, his research has increasingly emphasized the verification and implementation of communication protocols, resulting in tools and frameworks that ensure communication safety in distributed systems. Scientific Awards: ICFP'12 Student Research Competition First Place Dr. Ferreira has teaching experience in programming languages and paradigms, having served as both a lecturer and teaching assistant for COMP 302. His industrial experience includes Haskell consulting for Erudite Software, game programming for Bluberi, and developing mission-critical software for Motorola Argentina in the telecom industry.

Nathaniel LyndView profile

Associate Professor

• Polymer Science
• Materials Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
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Nathaniel Lynd serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, holding the Laurence E. McMakin, Jr. Centennial Fellowship. His research bridges fundamental polymer science with technological applications in energy, environmental sustainability, security, and healthcare through innovative materials design. His academic foundation includes: Postdoctoral Associate, Materials Research Laboratory, University of California, Santa Barbara (2007-2010) Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry, University of Minnesota (2007) B.S. in Chemistry, Michigan State University (2002) Dr. Lynd's research program centers on sustainable polymer synthesis with emphasis on structure-property relationships in functional materials. Key thrusts include: Advanced copolymer structure determination techniques Mechanistic studies of ring-opening polymerizations Design of acid-degradable polyethers and orthoesters Membrane materials for boric acid removal and water purification Cryoprotective polymers for biomedical applications Ion-conductive materials for energy storage systems Analysis of his 12 publications (2012-2022) reveals consistent focus on polymer architecture control and application-driven synthesis . Recent work (2020-2022) shows heightened emphasis on environmental remediation (membrane technologies) and biomedical materials (cryopreservation), while maintaining strong theoretical foundations in polymerization mechanisms and structure-property modeling. His distinguished recognition includes: ACS PMSE Arthur K. Doolittle Award (2018) 3M Non-Tenured Faculty Award (2019-2020) Editorial appointments for Macromolecules (2021-2024) and ACS Macro Letters (2019-2023) University of Minnesota Doctoral Fellowship (2006-2007) While specific grant details and student names aren't provided in source materials, his active research group conducts synthesis-driven projects supported by peer-reviewed publications and industry collaborations. Current work shows increasing integration of sustainability principles across all research domains. Dr. Lynd leads a dedicated research group developing next-generation polymeric materials, with projects spanning from fundamental mechanistic studies to applied membrane and biomaterials development. The group maintains strong industry connections through publications in Macromolecules and collaborations with membrane technology researchers.

María Belén Pérez LanchoView profile

Professor

• Multi-agent Systems
• Ambient Intelligence
• Context-aware Computing
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María Belén Pérez Lancho is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca, Spain. With over 25 years of academic experience since completing her PhD in 1995, she maintains active affiliations with multiple research groups including BISITE (Bioinformatics, Intelligent Computing Systems and Educational Technology), CaUSAL (Academic Culture, Heritage and Social Memory), and Process Supervision and Control. Dr. Pérez Lancho earned her doctoral degree from the University of Salamanca with her thesis "Integrated process control system: a practical approach" supervised by Dr. Eladio Sanz García. Her academic foundation in systems engineering and automation has evolved into diverse research applications across multiple domains. Her research program demonstrates remarkable breadth while maintaining technical coherence. She has pioneered context-aware multiagent systems for home care environments, developing architectures like HoCa and HoCCAC that monitor patients and optimize task scheduling. In environmental science, she created hybrid intelligent systems for forest fire prediction using Case-Based Reasoning with topology-preserving algorithms. More recently, she has addressed cybersecurity challenges in educational technology through two-factor authentication systems. Her work consistently bridges theoretical computer science with practical implementations in real-world settings. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a consistent focus on adaptive intelligent systems that respond to environmental changes. Her earliest work established foundations in systems engineering, which evolved into sophisticated multi-agent applications across healthcare, environmental monitoring, and security domains. The most recent publications continue this trajectory while addressing contemporary challenges in educational technology security. Dr. Pérez Lancho maintains extensive collaborative relationships, particularly with Juan M. Corchado at the University of Salamanca, as evidenced by numerous co-authored publications. Her research has been implemented in actual home care environments and environmental monitoring systems, demonstrating the practical impact of her work. Her research infrastructure includes: BISITE group focusing on intelligent computing systems and educational technology CaUSAL group examining academic culture and heritage Process Supervision and Control group applying her foundational work to industrial contexts These affiliations support her interdisciplinary approach to solving complex problems through computational methods.

Nira LibermanView profile

Professor

• Psychological Distance
• Construal Level Theory
• Decision Making
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Nira Liberman is a Professor of Social Psychology at Tel Aviv University, where she has been a faculty member since 2001. She completed all her formal education at Tel Aviv University, earning her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Comparative Literature, Master's degree in Social Psychology, and PhD in 1997. She also completed postdoctoral work at Columbia University and taught at Indiana University, Bloomington before returning to Tel Aviv University. Professor Liberman's research focuses on psychological distance and its effects on decision making, evaluation, motivation, and mental representation. She is particularly known for her work on Construal Level Theory (CLT), which examines how psychological distance influences cognitive processing. Her research also extends to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), where she developed the Seeking Proxies for Internal States (SPIS) model, as well as to essentialism, disgust, and conservatism. Her Social Psychology Lab investigates how people mentally traverse beyond the immediate 'here and now' to consider future and past time, distant locations, other people, and hypothetical (counterfactual) events. The lab examines what enables such expansion of mental scope and the consequences of this expansion, including how psychological distancing affects cognitive performance, working memory, and decision making. Professor Liberman's publication record shows consistent productivity across multiple domains of psychology. Her recent work continues to explore the intersection of Construal Level Theory with OCD mechanisms, moral judgment, and cognitive performance. Her research demonstrates strong theoretical integration across social, cognitive, and clinical psychology domains, with particular attention to the embodied and neural correlates of abstract thinking. Professor Liberman has established productive collaborations with researchers worldwide, most notably with Yaacov Trope with whom she has co-authored numerous foundational papers on Construal Level Theory. Her work has been published in top-tier psychology journals including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Psychological Review, and Journal of Experimental Psychology. Her lab continues to investigate fundamental questions about how people navigate between proximal and distal concerns, how abstraction enables traversing psychological distance, and how these processes relate to clinical phenomena like OCD. Professor Liberman's research program represents a sophisticated integration of basic cognitive processes with real-world applications in clinical and social domains.