Jara Uitto is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science. His research focuses on Massively Parallel Computation, Distributed Computing, and Sublinear Computing, with a particular emphasis on graph algorithms and distributed systems. Research Interests: Massively Parallel Computation (MPC) Distributed Algorithms and Symmetry Breaking Graph Theory and Edge Processing Algorithm Design for Sparse Graphs Approximation and Optimization in Streaming Models Key Project: Massively Parallel Algorithms for Large-Scale Graph Problems (2020-2024) , where he led research on optimizing algorithms for distributed and parallel computing environments. Publications highlight contributions to symmetry breaking, parallel coloring, and approximation algorithms in dynamic streams. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical distributed computing challenges.
Cristian Rojas is a Professor of Automatic Control at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in system identification. His research bridges control theory, statistics, and machine learning to develop data-driven methods for analyzing and controlling dynamical systems. He holds an MS in Electronics Engineering from Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María (Chile) and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Newcastle (Australia). Research focuses on efficient utilization of data for self-learning systems, including topics like continuous-time system identification, robust control, and statistical estimation. Notable contributions include work on subspace identification, input design for sparse systems, and algorithms for H-infinity norm estimation. His methodologies emphasize practical applications in industrial automation, smart infrastructure, and autonomous systems. Recent publications highlight advancements in inverse filtering, decentralized learning systems, and the theoretical underpinnings of data-driven control. He collaborates widely on projects involving Bayesian methods, adversarial systems, and privacy-protected decision-making frameworks. Rojas' work often addresses challenges such as undersampling effects, model consistency, and computational efficiency in real-world control scenarios. His academic contributions include organizing academic ceremonies at KTH and mentoring researchers in the Department of Automatic Control. Current research explores intersections between machine learning interpretability and control theory, with applications to explainable AI in engineering systems.
Dr Luca Manneschi is a Lecturer in Machine Learning at the School of Computer Science, University of Sheffield, with an IBM Liaison role. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Sheffield (2021) and completed a PostDoc there before his current position since March 2022. His research focuses on designing learning algorithms inspired by biological networks for physically defined systems, emphasizing neuromorphic computing, reservoir computing, and stochastic environments. Education: Bachelor's in Physics: University of Padua (Italy) Master's in Physics: Sapienza University of Rome (Italy) PhD in Physics: University of Sheffield (2021) Research Interests: Dr. Manneschi explores algorithms for physically defined networks, leveraging biological network principles to enhance computation in dynamic environments. His work bridges machine learning with neuromorphic hardware, emphasizing adaptability and energy efficiency. Key areas include reservoir computing, magnetic metamaterials, and multi-timescale learning strategies. Grants & Funding: "Real-time Reservoir Computing on Prosthetic Devices" (2023–2025, Royal Society, PI) "MARCH: Magnetic Architectures for Reservoir Computing Hardware" (2021–2025, EPSRC, Co-PI) "CausalXRL: Causal Explanations in Reinforcement Learning" (2021–2024, EPSRC, Co-PI) "ActiveAI" (2019–2024, EPSRC, Co-PI) Lab/Team Affiliation: Machine Learning Research Group, School of Computer Science.
H. Metin Aktulga is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Michigan State University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on high-performance computing, parallel algorithms, and numerical methods for large-scale scientific applications. He leads interdisciplinary projects involving collaborations with computational physicists and materials scientists to develop scalable software systems. His work includes the development of PuReMD, a reactive molecular dynamics code, and DOoC+LAF, a task-based middleware for data analytics. He explores parallel computing on emerging architectures, emphasizing energy efficiency and performance optimization. His research spans applications in molecular modeling, nuclear physics, and computational biology. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed, but his contributions are highlighted through collaborations with projects like MFDn (nuclear structure) and SHINES (electronic structure computations). He advises students in computational methods and leads efforts to automate force field optimization using machine learning and big data analytics. Labs and teams include the High-Performance Computing group at MSU, with active participation in interdisciplinary initiatives to bridge simulation and data-driven discovery in materials science and quantum systems.
Donald E. K. Martin is an Associate Professor of Statistics at North Carolina State University (NCSU), affiliated with the College of Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematical Statistics from the University of Maryland (1990). His research focuses on statistical theory, time series analysis, and pattern distribution in sequences. He has received awards including the 2018 College of Sciences Faculty Diversity Professional Development Award and the 2021-2022 Dennis Boos Citizenship Award. Dr. Martin has extensive professional experience, including roles as Co-Director of Graduate Programs (2015-2017) and active participation in departmental committees. He has supervised numerous PhD students and contributed to initiatives like ADJOINT, promoting diversity in mathematics. His teaching spans courses in statistical theory and applications, such as ST370, ST380, and advanced topics in time series (ST782/783). His research emphasizes computational statistics and probabilistic methods, with recent work on sparse Markov models and scan statistics. Key contributions include methodologies for pattern recognition in sequences and efficient algorithms for statistical inference. Grants include NSF funding for categorical time series analysis (2018-2023) and prior projects on pattern distributions (2011-2014). He is an active reviewer for journals and conferences, and a member of the American Statistical Association's JEDI outreach group.
Raktim Bhattacharya is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University, serving as Director of the Graduate Studies Program. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Minnesota (2003) and a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur (1996). His research focuses on uncertainty quantification, robust control, and nonlinear systems, with applications in aerospace systems design and control. Dr. Bhattacharya leads the Intelligent Systems Research Laboratory (ISRL), advancing algorithms for next-generation aerospace systems operating in uncertain environments. His work integrates optimal control, stochastic modeling, and data-driven methods to enhance system reliability and performance. Notable contributions include probabilistic robustness analysis, model validation frameworks, and sparse sensing architectures. Recent research trends emphasize optimal transport theory for state estimation, privacy-aware machine learning, and sensor-actuator co-design for resource-constrained systems. His publications span topics like UAV configuration optimization, LPV control frameworks, and invariant set estimation using physics-informed neural networks. Dr. Bhattacharya’s lab collaborates on projects involving tensegrity structures, cyber-physical systems, and space situational awareness. His work addresses challenges in hypersonic flight dynamics, celestial navigation, and resilient control under actuator degradation.
Kirill Simonov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Bergen. His research focuses on parameterized complexity, algorithm design, and graph theory, with particular emphasis on clustering algorithms, graph modification problems, and algorithmic graph theory. He has contributed to foundational work in fair clustering, approximate algorithms for graph cycles, and structural analysis of sparse graphs. His notable contributions include studies on coresets for fair clustering, algorithmic extensions of Dirac's theorem, and techniques for building large k-cores from sparse graphs. His work is supported by the Research Council of Norway (Project 314528). He frequently collaborates with leading researchers like Fedor Fomin and Petr Golovach on topics such as parameterized algorithms and combinatorial optimization. Simonov's publications span venues like the Journal of Computer and System Sciences and Leibniz International Proceedings in Informatics. His research bridges theoretical computer science with practical algorithmic solutions for graph problems and data clustering challenges.
Can M. Le is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of California, Davis, within the College of Letters and Science. His research lies at the intersection of statistics, network science, and high-dimensional data analysis, with a focus on theoretical and applied aspects of network modeling and inference. Ph.D. in Statistics, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor His research interests include network analysis, random graph theory, community detection, high-dimensional statistical inference, and regularization of network data. He develops methods for analyzing noisy, complex network structures and has contributed significantly to spectral methods and low-rank approximations in network science. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications in social and biological networks. The recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in modeling and inference for network-linked data, with emphasis on robustness, adaptivity, and concentration properties of random graphs. His work combines deep probabilistic analysis with statistical methodology, particularly in community detection and network estimation under noise and heterogeneity. His research is supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant DMS-2015134, indicating active funding and ongoing contributions to the field. While no formal list of advisees is provided, his collaborative work with leading statisticians such as Elizaveta Levina and Roman Vershynin suggests an active research group and mentoring role. He has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. However, his consistent publication record in top journals (JASA, JRSSB, Annals of Statistics, JMLR) underscores his scholarly impact. Dr. Le's work is closely tied to theoretical and applied statistical research on networks, likely involving a research lab or team focused on network data science, though specific lab names or team structures are not mentioned in the text.
Suryanarayana Sankagiri is a postdoctoral researcher at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland, affiliated with the Information and Network Dynamics (INDY1) group under Professor Matthias Grossglauser. Previously, he earned his Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering (2018-2022) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , where he was supervised by Bruce Hajek and participated in the Coordinated Science Lab . He also holds an M.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois (2016-2018) and a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (2012-2016). Education : Ph.D., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Illinois (2018-2022) M.S., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Illinois (2016-2018) B.Tech., Electrical Engineering, IIT Bombay (2012-2016) Suryanarayana's research focuses on discrete choice models and their application to recommendation systems , with a particular emphasis on learning from choice data and developing novel models for human decision-making. His broader interests include blockchain security under adverse network conditions, network dynamics , probabilistic modeling , and algorithm design . Recent work explores nonconvex matrix factorization and contextual dueling bandits for recommendation systems. His publications span theoretical and applied domains, including high-impact venues like ICML , Stochastic Systems , and IEEE Transactions on Networking . Themes include blockchain efficiency , hidden community detection in preferential attachment graphs, and temporal analysis of Indian classical music. Current projects involve refining recommendation systems through sparse comparison data and designing protocols for resilient blockchain networks. Scientific Awards : zkCapital Paper of the Week (2021) Rambus Fellowship (2021) Mavis Future Faculty Fellowship (2019) List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent (2019) Nomination for IIT Bombay Undergraduate Colloquium (2016) Best Poster Award, IIT Bombay Undergraduate Research Symposium (2013) Suryanarayana has advised no students listed in the provided materials. His work has been supported by fellowships such as the Mavis Future Faculty Fellowship and Rambus Fellowship . He contributes to the INDY1 group at EPFL, which investigates information and network dynamics through interdisciplinary approaches combining probability , network theory , and algorithmic design .
Hanna Vehkamäki is a Professor at the Faculty of Science, University of Helsinki , and Vice Dean responsible for well-being, equality, bilingual affairs, and facilities/safety. She leads the Academy of Finland Center of Excellence VILMA (2022-2029) focused on molecular-level atmospheric transformations. Field of Science: Physical Sciences Email: hanna.vehkamaki@helsinki.fi Address: P.O. Box 64, Gustaf Hällströmin katu 2, 00014 Helsinki Her research bridges atmospheric science , physical chemistry , and computational modeling , with a focus on molecular cluster dynamics, ion-induced nucleation, and aerosol-cloud-climate interactions. She develops tools for molecular-level atmospheric simulations and machine learning applications in predicting particle formation. Recent publications highlight her work on APi-ToF mass spectrometer optimization , α-pinene ozonolysis mechanisms , and alkylammonium ion mobility . Her projects include VILMA (Virtual laboratory for molecular-level atmospheric transformations) and Atmospheric Mathematics . Scientific Awards : Finnish Aerosol Research Foundation Distinguished Scientist Award (2014) Magnus Ehrnrooth Foundation award (2010) Suomen Valkoisen Ruusun I luokan ritarimerkki (2022) NOSA Aerosologist Award (2014) University of Helsinki Maikki Friberg award (2015) She supervises Master’s/PhD theses (e.g., hydration layer simulations on K-feldspar) and participates in international conferences (e.g., ISSPIC XVIII, Gordon Research Seminar). Her grants include the Academy of Finland Center of Excellence and the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation project RESTART.
P. P. Vaidyanathan is the Kiyo and Eiko Tomiyasu Professor of Electrical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology , where he has served since 1983. His career spans over four decades with appointments as Assistant Professor (1983-88), Associate Professor (1988-93), Professor (1993-2018), and Tomiyasu Professor (2018-present). He has also held administrative roles as Executive Officer (2002-05). B.Sc., University of Calcutta (1974) B.Tech. (1977) and M.Tech. (1979) in Radiophysics & Electronics Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara (1982) Dr. Vaidyanathan's research focuses on Digital Signal Processing with emphasis on sparse sampling, network signal processing, number-theoretic signal processing, and applications in communications, radar, genomics, and multirate systems. His work on sparse arrays, coarray theory, and Ramanujan subspace signals has transformed direction-of-arrival estimation and genomic signal analysis. Key trends in his 2023-2024 publications include: Optimization of sparse arrays for mutual coupling reduction Advancements in mmWave MIMO channel estimation Mathematical foundations of beamspace methods Applications of number theory in signal processing Scientific recognition includes: IEEE Jack S. Kilby Signal Processing Medal IEEE Gustav Robert Kirchhoff Award EURASIP Athanasios Papoulis Award Membership in U.S. National Academy of Engineering and Indian National Academy of Engineering His academic legacy extends through 30+ PhD graduates including Tsuhan Chen (1993), Truong Nguyen (1989), and recent advisees Pranav Kulkarni (2025) and Po-Chih Chen (2024). His textbooks like Multirate Systems and Filter Banks and Signals, Systems, and Signal Processing (2024) remain foundational references in the field.
Rafael Pereira Pires is a Lecturer and researcher at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the Scalable Computing Systems Laboratory (SACS) and IC-SIN units. His research focuses on systems solutions at the intersection of privacy, efficiency, and machine learning in distributed environments. Education PhD in Computer Science (2019, University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland) Professional Master in Mechatronics (2014, IFSC, Brazil) Master in Computer Science (2009, UFSC, Brazil) His work explores privacy-preserving decentralized learning , trusted execution environments , and resource-efficient distributed systems . Recent publications address techniques like model fragmentation, approximate caching, and secure aggregation in decentralized learning contexts. Key trends in his 2023-2025 publications include: Advancements in federated learning and Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) models Applications of Trusted Execution Environments (SGX) to decentralized systems Optimization techniques for energy-aware and low-cost learning Scientific recognition includes the 2019 Léon Du Pasquier et Louis Perrier award for his PhD thesis. He has contributed to open-source tools like DecentralizePy and served as reviewer/PC member for top conferences including NeurIPS , Middleware , and ICDCS .
Dario Anastasio is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at Politecnico di Torino. He is affiliated with the College of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering and actively contributes to both teaching and research activities in mechanical engineering. Dr. Anastasio's research focuses on several key areas within mechanical engineering and dynamics. His primary interests include: Nonlinear dynamics and structural dynamics System identification and modal analysis Energy harvesting, particularly vibration energy harvesting Dynamics of mechanical systems with nonlinear characteristics Pantograph-catenary dynamic interaction in railway systems His work spans both theoretical modeling and experimental validation, with particular emphasis on negative stiffness oscillators, railway contact line dynamics, and nonlinear system identification techniques. Dr. Anastasio applies advanced methodologies including subspace identification, Bayesian model selection, and signal processing to solve complex mechanical engineering problems related to vibration analysis and structural dynamics. Analysis of Dr. Anastasio's publications reveals a strong focus on nonlinear dynamics, particularly in mechanical systems with complex behaviors. His research consistently bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation across multiple domains including railway systems, energy harvesting devices, and nonlinear oscillators. The publications demonstrate progression from fundamental nonlinear dynamics research toward practical applications in railway engineering and vibration-based energy harvesting systems. Dr. Anastasio has received notable recognition for his work: Quality Award 2019 conferred by Politecnico di Torino, Italy (2020) Dr. Anastasio actively contributes to the academic community through extensive teaching activities across multiple programs. He serves as a Teaching Assistant for "Dynamics and Identification of Nonlinear Systems" and as a Course Collaborator for "Dynamics of Mechanical Systems" and "Vibration Mechanics" at both Master's and Bachelor's levels. His teaching spans from 2019/20 through the upcoming 2025/26 academic year, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to mechanical engineering education. Additionally, he contributes to PhD-level instruction in "Rotordynamics of High-Speed Rotating Machinery." Dr. Anastasio is a key member of the "Dynamics of mechanical systems and identification" research group within DIMEAS. His research integrates multiple ERC sectors including Mechanical and manufacturing engineering, ODE and dynamical systems, Signal processing, and Simulation engineering and modelling. His work aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and clean energy) and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
Bhaswar B. Bhattacharya is an Associate Professor of Statistics and Data Science at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Mathematics. His research spans several interconnected areas at the intersection of statistics, probability, and computational geometry. Dr. Bhattacharya received his Ph.D. in Statistics from Stanford University in 2016 under the supervision of Persi Diaconis. Prior to that, he earned both his Bachelor of Statistics (2009) and Master of Statistics (2011) from the Indian Statistical Institute in Kolkata. His research interests focus on three main pillars: nonparametric statistics (including distribution-free inference, nearest-neighbor methods, and inference on networks), combinatorial probability (covering counting problems in random graphs, random colorings, and graph limit theories), and discrete and computational geometry (including facility location problems, Voronoi games, and geometric Ramsey problems). His work often bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in network analysis, statistical learning, and geometric optimization. Recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory in developing distribution-free methods for network analysis, with significant contributions to understanding fluctuations in graphon-based random graphs and developing optimal tests for inhomogeneous random graph models. His work also shows increasing focus on higher-order network structures through hypergraph models and applications to real-world problems like vaccination site optimization. NSF Career Award (2021-2026) Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship (2021) Probability Dissertation Award, Stanford University (2016) Sabyasachi Roy Memorial Gold Medal for best master's thesis, Indian Statistical Institute (2009-2011) Dr. Bhattacharya teaches advanced courses in mathematical statistics at both undergraduate and graduate levels at Wharton. His research program involves collaborations across multiple institutions and disciplines, with recent work applying statistical methods to public health challenges such as optimizing vaccination site locations. He maintains active research collaborations with colleagues in statistics, computer science, and applied mathematics departments.
Mahmut Tenruh is an Associate Professor at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He holds a bachelor's degree from Gazi University and a Ph.D. from the University of Sussex. His research focuses on wireless sensor networks, CAN protocols, embedded systems, and renewable energy applications. 2024: Performance analysis of photovoltaic systems in Yemen 2021: Robotics control systems and intelligent vehicle suspension design 2019: Time-triggered CAN FD protocol for real-time distributed control 2015-2014: Network modeling, solar data tracking, and scheduling optimization His work has been cited 23 times across various publications. He has supervised over 20 graduate theses and led multiple TÜBİTAK-funded projects, including remote pool control systems and wireless security solutions. TÜBİTAK Scientific Award (2011) Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Scientific Award (2011)
