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• Numerical Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Applied Mathematics
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Michael Herrmann is a Professor at the Institute for Analysis and Numerical Analysis within the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Münster. His academic position is situated in Room 120.001 at Orléans-Ring 10, 48149 Münster, with administrative support provided by Secretary Ms. Silvia Wernke. His research focuses on Numerical Analysis and Partial Differential Equations , operating within the broader context of applied mathematics. The Institute for Analysis and Numerical Analysis at Münster conducts research in advanced mathematical methods with applications across scientific disciplines. As a faculty member in this institute, Professor Herrmann contributes to the department's research initiatives in computational mathematics and numerical methods for differential equations. The department maintains active research seminars including the Advanced Seminar Analysis PDE and Advanced Seminar in Numerics, which likely form part of his academic engagement. His administrative responsibilities include oversight of departmental activities within the numerical analysis group, working alongside colleagues in the Applied Mathematics Münster research environment. The department maintains strong connections with both theoretical and applied mathematical research communities.

• Machine Learning
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Music Technology
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Theo Jourdan is a Post-doctoral researcher at ISIR (Institute of Intelligent Systems and Robotics), Sorbonne Université in Paris. He works under the supervision of Baptiste Caramiaux in the ACID/ACIDE research team, focusing on the intersection of machine learning, interaction design, and music technology. His educational background includes: PhD in Biotechnology from Institut National Sciences Appliquées (INSA) Lyon, completed with Carole Frindel and Antoine Boutet, focusing on privacy machine learning for healthcare Jourdan's research takes a critical perspective on machine learning technology, particularly examining how these systems are situated within human musical practices. His work emphasizes the socio-cultural aspects of musical expression and aims to develop more inclusive approaches to technology design. He also focuses on designing Accessible Digital Musical Instruments (ADMIs) for and with people with disabilities, considering the broader ecosystem in which these instruments exist. His publication record shows a clear evolution from healthcare privacy applications to music technology applications of machine learning. While his early work focused on privacy-preserving techniques for healthcare monitoring, his current research examines machine learning's role in musical expression, with particular attention to cultural and political dimensions of these technologies as evidenced by his recent publications at the New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME) conference. Based in Paris at Sorbonne Université's ISIR laboratory, Jourdan contributes to the Human-Computer Interaction research community through his interdisciplinary approach that bridges technical innovation with social and cultural awareness, working within the ACID/ACIDE team to advance both the technical and human aspects of interactive systems.

David SchusterView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Human Factors
• Cognitive Engineering
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David Schuster is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at San Jose State University's College of Social Sciences. His research bridges psychology and technology to optimize human-machine interaction in complex domains including cybersecurity, robotics, and healthcare systems. Schuster investigates cognitive processes in cybersecurity operations, focusing on mental models of threat response, team dynamics in security incident handling, and proficiency development for defenders. His robotics work examines shared understanding between humans and autonomous systems, while healthcare research analyzes training impacts on safety outcomes and team cognition. Current projects address critical vulnerabilities exposed by events like the SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange breaches. His publication trends (2018-2025) show concentrated cybersecurity research through cognitive engineering lenses, with significant contributions to team-level knowledge assessment, simulation-based training, and mental model analysis. Interdisciplinary education initiatives like APEX for community college students demonstrate applied computing integration across biology and statistics curricula. Schuster leads the VectrLab research group, developing human-centered approaches to security tool design and defender training. His work connects academic research to real-world challenges through community college partnerships and simulations addressing workforce development needs in cybersecurity.

• Digital Transformation
• Information Systems
• Organizational Change
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Eric Monteiro is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , Department of Computer Science, with primary research focus on digitalization of organizations , integration challenges , and standardization dynamics in large-scale infrastructural projects. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Oslo's Department of Informatics, contributing to Information Systems research on global infrastructures. Research Interests : Interplay between technical and non-technical design decisions, sociomateriality in digital work, healthcare information systems in developing countries, and oil and gas industry digitalization. Editorial Roles : Senior Editor at MISQ and Information and Organization , former Editor-in-Chief of Scandinavian Journal of Information Systems (2001-2005). Funded Projects : Project leader for Doil (2012-2015), member of EXAIGON (XAI research), and management group in the SIRIUS SFI center on data access in oil/gas. Collaborative Networks : Involved in GHeI (health IS in developing countries), FIPP (public sector integration), and HISP (health systems in Africa/South Asia). Publication Trends : Recent work emphasizes Human-AI collaboration , digital ethics , and sociotechnical challenges in sectors like renewable energy and healthcare. Earlier studies focus on sociomateriality , standardization paradoxes , and global IS implementation .

Timothy H. LaceyView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Digital Forensics
• Cyber Defense Exercises
• +7 more

Dr. Timothy H. Lacey is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. He contributes to graduate-level education and research in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and artificial intelligence applications in cyber defense. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Air Force Institute of Technology, 2010 M.S. in Computer Systems, Air Force Institute of Technology, 2000 B.S. in Computer Science and Management/Computer Information Systems, Park College, 1991 Dr. Lacey's research focuses on cybersecurity , particularly in reputation-based security for mobile networks (MANETs) , cyber defense exercises (CDX) , and qualia-based modeling of cyberspace awareness . His work bridges theoretical AI and practical military cybersecurity applications. He has extensively studied how cyber competitions shape curriculum and enhance graduate education in digital forensics and information assurance. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating artificial intelligence and cognitive models into cybersecurity, especially for situational awareness and intrusion detection. His work also emphasizes real-world training through NSA-sponsored Cyber Defense Exercises, influencing pedagogical strategies in military and academic settings. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Lacey has played a significant role in advising and shaping cybersecurity curricula, particularly through the integration of hands-on cyber defense exercises. While no specific grants are listed, his repeated collaboration with agencies like the NSA and DC3 suggests involvement in funded educational and research initiatives. He has contributed to multiple publications on curriculum development, indicating leadership in pedagogical innovation within information assurance. Though no formal lab or team is named, Dr. Lacey is part of a collaborative research group at AFIT, frequently publishing with colleagues such as R. F. Mills, R. A. Raines, S. K. Rogers, and B. E. Mullins. Their work centers on cyber operations, AI-driven security, and military cybersecurity education, likely operating within AFIT’s cybersecurity or digital forensics research units.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Design Informatics
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Tara Capel is a Lecturer in Design Informatics at the School of Informatics, The University of Edinburgh. She is actively involved in research areas including Artificial Intelligence and Human-Computer Interaction, and is affiliated with the Institute for Language, Cognition and Computation. Her research focuses on the intersection of design and informatics, leveraging principles from artificial intelligence and cognitive systems to develop interactive technologies. These efforts align with broader initiatives in human-centered computing and intelligent interfaces. Tara Capel contributes to advancing knowledge in AI-driven design methodologies and interactive systems, with a thematic focus evident in her institutional affiliations and research areas. She has no listed scientific awards at this time. Tara Capel advises students in the domain of Design Informatics and participates in research initiatives within the Institute for Language, Cognition and Computation. While specific grants are not mentioned, her work is situated within a strong research ecosystem at the University of Edinburgh. She is part of the research community at the Institute for Language, Cognition and Computation, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts in intelligent systems and human-computer interaction.

Simon WernerView profile

Researcher

• Knowledge Graph Embeddings
• Temporal Knowledge Graphs
• Hypergraphs
• +4 more

Dr. Simon Werner is a Researcher at the University of Trier within Faculty II , specifically the Computational Linguistics and Digital Humanities team. He serves as a Study Advisor for the Language, Technology, Media program with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing . His research focuses on Multimodal document representation , with key interests in Knowledge Graph Embeddings , Temporal Knowledge Graphs , Hypergraphs , Contextualized Embeddings , Natural Language Processing , Representation Learning , and Explainable AI . His recent publications explore dynamic entity representations, multimodal alignment using human perception, and temporally contextualized knowledge graph embeddings for recommendation tasks. The articles reveal strong contributions to Knowledge Graph Embeddings and NLP through innovative applications of Transformers , contextualization , and multimodal learning . The work bridges AI and digital humanities with technical advancements in representation learning .

• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Digital Learning Environments
• +12 more

Johan Lundin is a Professor at the Department of Applied IT, Faculty of Information Technology, University of Gothenburg. He holds a PhD in Informatics from the same institution. His research focuses on how information technology transforms learning and educational practices, with emphasis on mobile IT, AI in education, and sociomateriality of competence management systems. 2007 : Appointed member of Linneaus Center for Research on Learning, Interaction, and Mediated Communication (LinCS) 2011 : Division Head of Learning, Communication, and IT 2018 : Full Professor in Informatics with learning orientation 2018 : Guest Professor at University West 2020 : Chairman of UP-GRADE graduate school Research Focus: Conducts empirical and design-oriented studies on IT in educational practices, competence management, and mobile learning. Current projects include "The Missing Teacher In AI" exploring teacher agency in AI design. Key Collaborations: DigitaL project with University West and Region Västra Götaland; national graduate schools GRADE and UP-GRADE; and international initiatives like the Virtual Clinic study. Scientific Contributions: Co-authored 200+ publications on digital textbooks, AI fairness, and sociomateriality in education. His work bridges theoretical frameworks (activity theory, metadesign) with practical implementations.

Mike WaldView profile

Professor

• Accessibility Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Professor Mike Wald serves as a Professorial Fellow in Education at the University of Southampton's Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Department of Electronics and Computer Science. His work bridges cutting-edge technology with real-world accessibility challenges through the Web and Internet Science research group. Wald's research spans Accessibility Technology , Artificial Intelligence , and Human-Computer Interaction , with particular focus on assistive technologies for disabled communities. His work integrates natural language processing for text simplification, recommender systems for outdoor tourism, and AI-driven adaptations for augmentative communication. Current projects examine autonomous vehicle trust perception and context-aware climbing recommendation systems, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach spanning computer science, health informatics, and social inclusion. His recent publications reveal strong trends in applied AI for social good , particularly in disability inclusion and outdoor accessibility. The research consistently combines technical innovation with user-centered evaluation , often focusing on visually impaired and communication-disabled populations. Key methodological themes include practical metric development, contextual integration in recommender systems, and real-world deployment challenges. Professor Wald actively supervises postgraduate researchers including PhD candidate Yue Zheng in Computer Science. His research is supported by major funders including EPSRC, European Union (H2020/FP7), Qatar National Research Fund, and the Alan Turing Institute through projects like SemanticNews, Net4Voice, SlideWiki, and Michelangelo. As a recognized expert, Wald has delivered keynote addresses including "Building Rating System for Indoor Navigation by Blind People" (2018) and "How AI can overcome barriers to inclusion" (2021), demonstrating his leadership in translating research into practical accessibility solutions.

Philipp UrechView profile

Lecturer

• Digital landscape architecture
• Point cloud modeling
• Topology
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Philipp Urech lectures in digital landscape architecture at ETH Zürich's Department of Architecture. His pedagogy integrates point cloud technologies and narrative methods to enhance site-specific design processes. Research explores laser-scanning applications in Madagascar's water infrastructure, Swiss urban regeneration, and Singaporean landscapes. Articles demonstrate iterative frameworks bridging geospatial analysis with cultural narratives in landscape practice.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Emotional Regulation
• Developmental Psychology
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Andreia COSTA is a Researcher at the University of Luxembourg, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences and the Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences. She holds a Master’s in Experimental Psychology from the University of Minho (Portugal) and a PhD from the University of Luxembourg, focusing on emotional reactivity in children with ASD under Prof. Georges Steffgen’s supervision. Her research emphasizes understanding emotional difficulties in ASD, including alexithymia and family dynamics, alongside interventions and multilingualism impacts on academic success. Current projects include the Luxembourg National Research Fund-backed 'Academic Success in Autism: The Impact of Emotions and Multilingualism' (ASA) and 'The Situation of Autism in Luxembourg' (SAUL). She collaborates with local institutions to improve care for ASD individuals and their families. Notable contributions include exploring robotics in therapy for children with ASD and analyzing parental psychological wellbeing across neurodiverse conditions. Andreia has received a significant grant (€397,000) for her work on multilingualism and ASD. Her publications span emotional regulation in ASD, robotic interventions, and parental stress factors. She actively contributes to autism-related policy and clinical guidelines in Luxembourg.

Bechir HamdaouiView profile

Professor

• Intelligent networked systems
• Wireless and network cyber security
• AI for wireless and wireless security
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Bechir Hamdaoui is a Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Oregon State University. He leads the Networked Systems and Technology Advanced Research (NetSTAR) Laboratory, focusing on advancing technologies for future networked information, computing, and communication systems. His affiliations include IEEE, where he holds senior membership, and he has served as Chair of the IEEE Communication Society’s Wireless Technical Committee. Ph.D., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Wisconsin at Madison (2005) M.S., Computer Sciences, University of Wisconsin at Madison (2004) M.S., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Wisconsin at Madison (2002) Hamdaoui's research expertise spans intelligent networked systems, wireless and network cyber security, AI-driven networking, and protocol design for next-generation systems. His work addresses challenges in spectrum availability, energy-efficient cloud datacenters, and edge cloud caching for smart cities. Publications highlight innovative approaches to blockchain-enabled IoT resource sharing, machine learning for spectrum sensing, and virtualized network architectures. His scientific accolades include the NSF CAREER Award (2009), ISSIP Distinguished Recognition Award (2020), and multiple best paper awards at ICC and IWCMC conferences. He has served on editorial boards for IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing and IEEE Network, among others. NSF CAREER Award (2009) ISSIP Distinguished Recognition Award (2020) ICC Best Paper Award (2017) IWCMC Best Paper Award (2017) EECS Outstanding Research Award (2016) Hamdaoui mentors graduate students in the NetSTAR Lab, which focuses on wireless privacy, AI-driven networking, and resource optimization. The lab engages in theoretical and experimental research with applications to 6G networks, autonomous systems, smart agriculture, and cloud datacenters. Current projects include AI-driven hardware fingerprinting for IoT security, spectrum availability recovery, and energy-efficient resource utilization frameworks.

• Cloud Computing
• Edge Computing
• Distributed Systems
• +9 more

Amjad Ullah is a Research Fellow at the School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment , Edinburgh Napier University. His expertise spans cloud computing, edge computing, and bio-inspired models for resource management. MSc in Distributed Systems (University of Leicester, 2011) PhD in Cloud Elasticity (University of Stirling, 2017) Research interests include: Orchestration and runtime management in cloud-to-edge environments AI-driven resource optimization and network cost analysis Privacy-preserving encryption techniques Serverless computing frameworks and microservices deployment Current projects: Swarmchestrate (2024-2026): Decentralized orchestration across cloud-to-things continuum GREET (2025-2029): Explainability in cyber-physical systems Long-range Perceptive AVs (2024-2026): Autonomous vehicle situational awareness

• Universal Design
• Interactive Information Retrieval
• Human Computer Interaction
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Gerd Berget is a Professor at the Department of Archivistics, Library and Information Science within the Faculty of Social Sciences at Oslo Metropolitan University. Her office is located at Pilestredet 48 in Oslo, Norway, and she can be contacted via email at gerd.berget@oslomet.no or by phone at +47 672 38 656. She is an active member of the research group Information in use (INFUSE). Berget's research focuses on creating inclusive information systems through universal design principles. Her work spans several interconnected domains: Universal design applied to information systems and research methodologies Interactive information retrieval with special focus on accessibility barriers Human-computer interaction for users with cognitive variations Accessible literature development and promotion Information seeking behavior of neurodiverse populations Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on accessibility and inclusion across multiple domains. Key research trajectories include: designing accessible search interfaces for users with dyslexia and aphasia; developing universal design frameworks for research methodologies; examining the role of public libraries in accessibility; and creating inclusive technologies like chatbots for welfare services. Eye-tracking studies and qualitative user research form methodological cornerstones of this work. Current research initiatives focus on making higher education more inclusive and examining the role of public libraries in societal preparedness. No scientific awards are mentioned in the source material. Berget leads several research projects including collaborations with Books for Everyone organization and studies on inclusive education frameworks. She supervises graduate research but no specific student names are provided. Research groups include Information in use (INFUSE) at OsloMet.

• Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
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You Fang is a Professor at Tongji University's School of Art and Media, serving as PhD Supervisor in Design and Automotive Engineering. As Director of the Automotive Interaction Design Lab/User Experience Lab, they lead cutting-edge research in intelligent cognitive interaction, smart cockpit design, and embodied cognition applications. Their work bridges academia and industry through collaborations with Huawei, Baidu, and SAIC, while maintaining international partnerships with institutions in Germany, Australia, and Finland. PhD in Computer Software and Theory (Sun Yat-sen University, 2003) Master's in Computer Animation (Bradford University, 2005) Engineering Master's in Fashion Design (Northwest Institute of Textile Technology, 2000) Research focuses on three core areas: 1. Cognitive Interaction Design for autonomous vehicles, 2. Hybrid Spatial Information systems integrating physical and virtual environments, and 3. Art Therapy Applications using traditional movement cognition. Their work spans from theoretical studies in cognitive science to practical implementations in commercial automotive systems. Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on AR-HUD interface optimization (7/15 papers), human-vehicle collaboration (4/15), and multimodal interaction (5/15). Key themes include driver trust assessment, spatial perception modeling, and non-verbal communication mechanisms in intelligent transportation. Scientific Recognition : 2022 Chinese Cultural and Tourism Government Award 2021 Tongji Yucai Award (2nd Prize) Multiple Ministry of Education Technology Progress Awards 27 invention patents (2017-2022) As educational innovator, they developed the award-winning Interaction Design: Design Thinking and Practice textbook adopted by 10+ Chinese universities, and pioneered digital education sandboxes for interactive design pedagogy.