David Goldberg is Professor and Head of the Physics Department at Drexel University. His NSF-funded research focuses on theoretical cosmology, gravitational lensing, and large-scale structure. He holds a PhD from Princeton University and authored multiple books including The Standard Model in a Nutshell and A Relatively Painless Guide to Special Relativity . Research highlights: Cosmic structure formation modeling Flexion lensing techniques Cosmological applications of Bayesian statistics Recent publications analyze gravitational lensing signatures, galaxy mass estimations, and cosmic inflation models. He also contributes to cartography science, developing improved flat map projections.
Susanne Müller is a Lecturer at the University of Lorraine , affiliated with the Centre de recherche sur les médiations (CREM) . Her research focuses on the Unheimlich (the uncanny) in contemporary art, traces of World War II in artistic practices, and artistic writing/translation . She co-leads the Praxiteles research team since 2025. Research Themes: Exploration of the uncanny in contemporary visual culture Artistic responses to war heritage and historical trauma Interdisciplinary approaches to image education and media didactics Collaborations bridging art, cultural studies, and science communication Recent Articles (2024-2019) examine: Cultural heritage preservation in crisis contexts Art education frameworks in digital and post-crisis environments Geochemical implications for deep mantle processes Visual semiotics in media crisis narratives Artistic interpretations of war landscapes Interdisciplinary studies on hybrid artistic forms Projects include research contracts with the Ministry of Culture (France) , Lorraine Region , and Maison des Sciences de l'Homme Lorraine . She contributes to the Ciera (Interdisciplinary Center for Studies and Research on Germany) and integrates artistic practices into educational initiatives, particularly through the LéA PRO vocational high school research action.
Dr. John Hatch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Visual Arts at the University of Western Ontario, Faculty of Arts & Humanities. His scholarly work bridges art history, science, and cosmology, focusing on intersections between modern art, astronomy, and theoretical physics. PhD in Art History and Theory from University of Essex (1995) MA in Art History from Queen’s University (1989) BFA in Art History from Concordia University (1987) Hatch’s research explores how scientific concepts influence art and architecture, with recent studies on celestial imagery in works by Thomas Ruff, Anselm Kiefer, and Robert Smithson. His publications analyze relativistic theory’s impact on De Stijl architecture, wave patterns in Kupka’s paintings, and cosmic symbolism in surrealism. He has received multiple grants including SSHRC Explore Grants and Faculty of Arts Dean’s Travel-Research Grants (2015–2023). His monograph Kazuo Nakamura: Life & Work (2021) and articles in Culture and Cosmos and Nexus Network Journal highlight interdisciplinary approaches to art. 2023 Faculty of Arts Dean's Travel-Research Grant 2022 SSHRC Explore Grant 2019 SSHRC Explore Grant Hatch supervises PhD and Master’s students, with past advisees exploring topics like cultural astronomy, entropy in art, and scientific epistemology. His work continues to redefine relationships between artistic practice and scientific thought across historical and contemporary contexts.
Wolfgang E. Nagel is a Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Center for Information Services and High-Performance Computing (ZIH) at Technische Universität Dresden. Since 2001, he has held the Chair for Computer Architecture, leading research in parallel computing and high-performance systems. Previously, he served as Dean of the Computer Science Department (2006–2009) and Director of the High-Performance Computing Center (ZHR) at TU Dresden (1997–2005). His professional experience includes roles at the Research Center Jülich and the California Institute of Technology (CACR). Education : 1985: Diplom-Informatics in Computer Science, RWTH Aachen 1993: Dr. rer. nat. in Computer Science, RWTH Aachen Research Focus : Nagel’s work centers on high-performance computing (HPC), parallel system architectures, and performance analysis tools like VAMPIR. He has contributed to exascale computing roadmaps, cache architecture studies, and scalable application development frameworks. His interdisciplinary projects span computational biology (e.g., endocytosis modeling) and physics simulations. Leadership Roles : Chair of Gauss-Allianz e.V. (since 2008) Member of DFG Commission for Computer Infrastructure (2005–2012) Advisory Board roles for HLRS Stuttgart and FIZ Karlsruhe Grants & Collaboration : His leadership in ZIH and ZHR has driven infrastructure development for German HPC networks. He coordinates national and international initiatives in computational infrastructure and education. Labs/Teams : Directs ZIH, a central hub for Dresden’s HPC services, supporting research across engineering and natural sciences.
Professor Karl Jenkins is a Professor of Computational Engineering at Cranfield University , where he leads the Centre for Computational Engineering Sciences . His expertise spans Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) , Turbulent Combustion , High Performance Computing (HPC) , and Multiphase Flow Modeling . Jenkins has published over 100 papers and received the Gaydon Prize for his contributions to combustion research. His research focuses on reacting flows , turbulence modeling , and compressible multiphase flows , with recent work addressing green hydrogen production , aircraft component segmentation , and virtual reality applications in aviation safety. He has developed high-order numerical methods for shock wave analysis and interface-capturing in unstructured mesh environments . A former Sir Arthur Marshall Research Fellow at Cambridge University, Jenkins combines academic rigor with industrial collaboration , having worked with companies like Rolls-Royce plc , Airbus SE , and Siemens AG . He mentors research students including Yiren Tong and actively contributes to LES/DNS computational frameworks for aerospace and environmental applications .
Denis Pollney is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Rhodes University, specializing in theoretical physics and numerical relativity. His research focuses on black hole dynamics, gravitational waves, and computational modeling of Einstein equations. Fields of Interest : Gravitation, Gravitational Waves, Black Holes, Numerical Relativity, High-Performance Computing Teaching : Offers courses in Calculus of Variations, Partial Differential Equations, and Numerical Modeling Pollney develops simulation codes for solving Einstein equations to study astrophysical phenomena like binary black hole/neutron star mergers. His work contributes to gravitational wave astronomy and testing general relativity's predictions through energy loss, spin interactions, and recoil effects. He actively supervises honours projects in applied mathematics and computational modeling across physics, economics, and biology domains, emphasizing high-performance computing applications in algorithms, data visualization, and numerical methods.
Patrizia Turriziani is a Full Professor at the University of Palermo in the Department of Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences . She serves as the Delegate for Supporting Neurodiversity and contributes to institutional initiatives like CE.N.DIS (University Center for Disability and Neurodiversity) and the ARTEMISIA Center for Gender Studies. Her research is centered in Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience , with a focus on sensory processing, memory, and physical activity's cognitive effects. Institutional Roles: Delegate for Neurodiversity, CE.N.DIS, ARTEMISIA Center, NeuroTeam srl Labs: Neuropsychology Lab Research Interests include cognitive rehabilitation, sensory-motor integration, neurodevelopmental disorders, and neuromodulation techniques like rTMS and tDCS. Her recent publications highlight stroke recovery , Alzheimer's interventions , and sensory processing in neurodiverse populations. She also investigates spatial cognition and memory enhancement through prism adaptation and digital therapeutics. Key Collaborations involve the Neuropsychology Lab and translational research with the NeuroTeam srl initiative. Her work spans both clinical and developmental neuropsychology , integrating applied neuroscience with educational and rehabilitation frameworks.
Prof. Dr. Ralf Keidel is a faculty member at the Chair for Scientific Computing , Rhineland-Palatinate University of Technology Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU), since 2022. His academic career spans roles at Worms University of Applied Sciences , where he has served as Professor of Computer Science since 1993, Scientific Director of the Center for Technology and Transfer (ZTT) since 2000, and Head of the Technology Transfer Office since 1996. He is a key figure in international collaborations, including the ALICE Collaboration Board at CERN (2003–2023), Bergen pCT Collaboration (since 2018), and the MODE Collaboration (since 2022). His research merges Computer Science with High-Energy Physics , focusing on machine learning , secure heterogeneous distributed systems , and optimization of detectors in particle physics . Projects like SIVERT (2020–2024) aim to enhance Proton Computed Tomography (pCT) for clinical radiation therapy using AI-driven visualization and real-time reconstruction. He also contributes to serious games for financial education and mobile applications for musical training. Key publications highlight his work on differentiable programming for detector optimization, deep reinforcement learning in particle tracking, and convolutional neural networks for radiation topology analysis. His projects often involve interdisciplinary teams from institutions like the University of Bergen , DKFZ Heidelberg , and Western Norway University of Applied Sciences .
Julius Huijts is a postdoctoral researcher at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Coherence and Quantum Technology group. His work focuses on developing ultrashort pulses of ultracold electrons for ultrafast electron diffraction on membrane proteins. Supported by prestigious fellowships (Branco Weiss and Marie Skłodowska-Curie), he has contributed to advancing laser-plasma acceleration and coherent diffractive imaging. Previously, he held postdoc positions at LOA (France) and completed his PhD at Université Paris-Saclay (2019). Education Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Applied Physics from TU Delft PhD from Université Paris-Saclay (2019), conducted at CEA (France) and ICFO (Spain) Research Interests Huijts' research spans ultrafast electron diffraction , laser-plasma acceleration , and quantum technology . His current project, CoCoPro , aims to create molecular movies of membrane proteins using ultracold electron pulses. This work bridges applied physics with biophysics, targeting breakthroughs in structural biology. Recent Research Trends His articles highlight advancements in laser wakefield acceleration (e.g., optimizing H₂ plasma performance) and carrier-envelope phase control in relativistic electron dynamics. Collaborative efforts focus on biomedical applications of high-repetition-rate electron beams. Awards & Recognition Branco Weiss Fellowship (2022) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2022) First prize in Dutch Physical Society writing competition (2021) FELs of Europe Poster Prize (2024) Grants & Projects CoCoPro (2022–2025): High-coherence ultracold electron diffraction for molecular movies Labs & Affiliations Part of TU/e's Coherence and Quantum Technology group, collaborating with institutions like LOA (France) and École Polytechnique. Active in international workshops (e.g., RUEDI Ultrafast Biosciences) and conferences (CLEO 2024).
Robert T. Jantzen is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Villanova University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds an A.B. in Physics from Princeton University (1974) and a Ph.D. in Physics from UC Berkeley (1978), specializing in general relativity. His research focuses on mathematical general relativity, cosmology, differential geometry, and Lie groups, with collaborations at institutions like the University of Rome's ICRA. He teaches applied mathematics courses, coordinates the Differential Equations with Linear Algebra course, and advocates for active learning in STEM education. Notable awards include the 2018 Mendel Award. His work bridges mathematics and physics, exploring topics like gravitoelectromagnetism and spacetime splitting. He is an honorary member of the Italian research group G9 and contributes to interdisciplinary projects, including climate change advocacy. Education A.B. in Physics, Princeton University, 1974 Ph.D. in Physics, UC Berkeley, 1978 Research Interests Focuses on general relativity, cosmological models with symmetry, observer-based spacetime analysis, gravitoelectromagnetism, differential geometry, and applications of Lie groups. His work integrates abstract mathematics with physical interpretation, often using computational tools like Maple. Publications & Talks His articles appear in journals like Classical and Quantum Gravity and General Relativity and Gravitation . Recent talks include discussions on geodesics on pasta surfaces and relativity. He has organized international conferences, including Marcel Grossmann Meetings, and co-edited their proceedings. Teaching & Innovation Develops Maple-based educational resources for calculus and differential equations. Emphasizes active learning, problem-solving, and technical communication. Maintains extensive course materials, including quizzes, tests, and grade calculators. Collaborations & Outreach Collaborates with Italian researchers on relativistic astrophysics. Engages in public science communication and progressive activism, supporting independent media and climate change initiatives. Serves as faculty advisor for student groups like the Armenian Student Organization and Villanova Against Sweatshops. Labs & Teams Active in the International Center for Relativistic Astrophysics (ICRA) network and the Vatican Observatory collaboration. Leads interdisciplinary projects blending mathematics, physics, and technology.
Dr. David Melon Fuksman is a researcher at the Planet and Star Formation Department of the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy in Heidelberg, Germany. His work focuses on protoplanetary disks , radiative transfer , planet formation , and numerical fluid dynamics . Contact: +49 6221 528-403, Room 308/2 Research Interests include the study of protoplanetary disk dynamics, radiation hydrodynamics, and numerical simulations of planet formation processes. He also investigates high-energy astrophysical phenomena such as gamma-ray bursts and neutrino production in extreme environments. Publication Trends (15 most recent) span computational astrophysics, radiation hydrodynamics, and multiwavelength analysis of protoplanetary disks. His recent work (2025-2024) emphasizes three-temperature models , spiral structures , and implicit solvers for disk-planet interactions, while earlier studies (2023-2013) explore neutrino astrophysics , binary-driven hypernovae , and observational data analysis . Projects and Tools: Development of the PyPLUTO software package and the MATRICS solver, enabling advanced simulations of astrophysical systems.
Andrew Simoson is a Professor of Mathematics at King University, where he has taught since 1980. His work bridges pure and applied mathematics, recreational puzzles, and historical analysis, with a focus on geometric reasoning and mathematical storytelling. Ph.D. in Mathematics (1979) from the University of Wyoming B.S. in Mathematics (1975) from Oral Roberts University His research spans optimization , game theory , celestial mechanics , and mathematical visualization , often incorporating interdisciplinary themes from literature, philosophy, and religion. Recent projects analyze the mathematical patterns in cicada life cycles , geometric principles in biblical texts , and recreational games like Mancala . His 15 most recent publications highlight trends in applied geometry , mathematical recreation , and interdisciplinary modeling , including collaborations with students on topics ranging from water fountain optimization to cipher analysis . Student collaborators: Rhianna Fillers, Wm. Linderman, Christopher Simoson, Bethany Wentzky, Shuler Hopkins Key addresses: Joint National Mathematics Conference (2015), ACMS Biennial Conference (2015) His book projects like Meton’s Neumenon and Mirrour reflect his interest in connecting mathematics to cultural narratives and historical contexts.
Gordana Đukanović is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Forestry, University of Belgrade, where she has been employed since October 1, 1994. She currently teaches courses in geometry, engineering graphics, and related subjects across multiple academic programs including Basic Academic Studies, Master's programs, and Vocational Studies. Education: Graduated from the "Vuk Karadžić" High School (mathematics department - programmer) in Loznica Graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering in Belgrade (Construction department) on March 7, 1988 Defended her master's thesis from the Faculty of Architecture in Belgrade on December 26, 2000 Defended her doctoral dissertation from the Faculty of Architecture, University of Belgrade on November 2, 2012 Professor Đukanović specializes in the geometry of architectural form with research focusing on descriptive geometry, relativistic geometry, engineering graphics, and photogrammetry. Her work bridges architectural theory with practical applications in forest engineering and building design. She has published 49 papers including more than 5 peer-reviewed scientific papers in journals, 35 papers presented at congresses and symposia, one practical guide, and numerous studies and projects for wood processing companies. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach connecting geometry with environmental science, architecture, and engineering. The research spans from theoretical mathematical explorations to practical applications in air pollution analysis, flood management, structural integrity assessment, and renewable energy systems design. Scientific Awards and Recognition: University Scholarship as one of the three students with the best grade point average during the first two years of university Certified court expert in the field of building valuation Professor Đukanović serves as a member of the Serbian Society for Geometry and Graphics (SUGIG) and the International Society for Geometry and Graphics (ISGG). She has passed the professional exam in civil engineering at the Association of Engineers and Technicians of Serbia. Her teaching responsibilities include courses in descriptive geometry with engineering graphics for Ecological Engineering in Land and Water Resources Protection, Furniture and Wood Products Construction, and Technology of Wood House Production.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dipl.-Phys. Markus Bautsch is a full professor at the Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT) in the Department of Mechatronics since 2025. His career spans physics research, software development, and interdisciplinary studies connecting astronomy, music theory, and historical technology. PhD in Physics from Technical University of Berlin (TUB) Extensive work in international product testing consortia (ICRT) Contributions to DIN/DKE standards committees since 2003 Specializing in optomechatronic systems and computational modeling His research interests bridge optomechatronics and archaeoastronomy , with notable publications on ancient astronomical artifacts like the Tal-Qadi Sky Tablet and Rocher des Doms Stele . He has developed software for acoustic transmission lines , cellular automata , and celestial mechanics simulations. Bautsch's 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach through: Gravitational potential calculations for cosmic structures Digital restoration of 19th-century astronomical photographs Software implementations of historical mathematical patterns Analysis of spectroscopic principles in astrophysics Computational modeling of prehistoric orientation systems Programming language evolution from Basic to Component Pascal Scientific achievements include: 2024 Ehrenpreis der Berliner Hochschule für Technik Leadership in EU Twinning projects (2001-2005) Key role in International Consumer Research & Testing (ICRT) (2002-2025) Contributions to consumer protection standards with DIN/DKE As both a physicist and software engineer , Bautsch combines rigorous mathematical analysis with practical implementation skills across 8 programming languages since 1979. His work at the Wilhelm-Foerster-Sternwarte (since 2022) and MOBIUS European Project (2006-2008) demonstrates long-term commitment to public science and applied research.
Bart Ripperda is an Assistant Professor at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA) at the University of Toronto, with additional affiliation at the Center for Computational Astrophysics, Flatiron Institute in New York. His research focuses on theoretical and computational astrophysics and fundamental plasma physics with applications in black holes and neutron stars. Dr. Ripperda is a developer of both the general relativistic magnetohydrodynamics code BHAC (Black Hole Accretion Code) and its Newtonian basis MPI-AMRVAC. He is also a key member of the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) collaboration, which unveiled the first direct visual evidence of a supermassive black hole and its shadow on April 10th, 2019. The EHT collaboration has received prestigious recognition including the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics and the Einstein Medal for this groundbreaking achievement. His primary research interests include: High-energy astrophysical phenomena Computational methods in astrophysics Black hole accretion physics Neutron star magnetospheres Plasma physics in extreme gravitational fields Numerical relativity Dr. Ripperda's current research focuses on enhancing simulation capabilities by incorporating advanced physics into models, including radiation transport, quantum electrodynamics effects, and kinetic physics. His work involves studying plasmoid formation in current sheets, conducting 3D simulations of magnetic reconnection phenomena, and investigating kink-instabilities in flux tubes that model black hole jets. His notable achievements include: EPS PHD prize in plasma physics during doctoral studies Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics as part of EHT collaboration Einstein Medal as part of EHT collaboration Dr. Ripperda completed his PhD at KU Leuven with Professor Rony Keppens, where he developed computational methods including a general relativistic resistive magnetohydrodynamics algorithm and a general relativistic particle method.
