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• Graph transformations
• Smart city technologies
• IoT networks
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Leszek Kotulski is a Professor at the Department of Applied Informatics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Automatics, Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków. His office is located in building C-2, 4th floor, room 425, with contact number +48 12 617 51 93 and email kotulski@agh.edu.pl. He serves on the Disciplinary Council for Technical Information Technology and Telecommunications. Professor Kotulski's research focuses on graph-based computational methods applied to smart city infrastructure, particularly in energy-efficient street lighting systems and IoT networks. His work integrates graph transformations, multi-agent systems, and spatial data processing to optimize urban infrastructure. He has developed innovative approaches for digital twin generation, lighting system modernization, and energy conservation in urban environments. His research bridges computer science with practical urban engineering challenges, creating solutions that improve both efficiency and sustainability of city infrastructure. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear research trajectory focused on applying graph theory to urban infrastructure challenges, with a particular emphasis on lighting systems. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in integrating IoT networks with graph-based computational models, evolving from basic lighting control systems to comprehensive smart city solutions involving digital twins and distributed network configurations. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects computer science, electrical engineering, and urban planning, with consistent contributions to both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations. Professor Kotulski has made significant contributions to the field through his development of graph-based methods for optimizing public lighting systems, energy conservation in smart cities, and spatial data processing techniques. His work on reactive power compensation algorithms for street lighting and graph-based approaches to lighting retrofit projects demonstrates practical applications of his theoretical research. His research activities include leadership in the GRADIS (Graph-based Distributed Adaptive Design) project and contributions to the Alvis modeling language for embedded systems. He has developed multi-agent systems supporting automated photometric computations and large-scale lighting design, creating frameworks that enable more efficient urban infrastructure planning and management.

Eric WidmerView profile

Professor

• Family Sociology
• Social Network Analysis
• Life Course Research
• +7 more

Eric Widmer is a Full Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Geneva, specializing in family configurations, social network analysis, and life course research. He leads the NCCR LIVES Swiss Centre and has developed a configurational framework to study family diversity beyond nuclear structures. Research Focus: Gender dynamics in divorce, social capital in LGBTQ+ networks, intergenerational relationships, and vulnerability/reserve mechanisms in aging. Methodology: Employs social network analysis, longitudinal studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to analyze family structures and their socio-spatial implications. His recent publications examine ambivalence in family triads, telework impacts on social relations, and institutional inclusion of same-sex couples. Articles highlight the role of residential mobility, leisure activities, and network overlap in shaping life outcomes. Despite extensive contributions, no specific scientific awards or student lists are mentioned in the provided data.

Dimitris StathakisView profile

Professor

• Geographic Information Systems
• Remote Sensing
• Urban Sprawl
• +4 more

Dimitris Stathakis is a Professor at the University of Thessaly's School of Engineering, Department of Urban Planning and Regional Development Engineering. He directs the Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems and Thematic Cartography Laboratory and chairs the Hellenic Land Registry since 2019. His research specializes in geospatial technologies for urban monitoring, notably using night-time satellite imagery to analyze urban sprawl, population dynamics, and economic activity. Education includes: PhD in Urban Planning (University of Thessaly, 2003) MSc in Geodetic/GIS (University College London, 1995) Engineering degree (University of Thessaly, 1994) Research focuses on GIS-driven urban analytics , including satellite-based population estimation, land use pattern evaluation, and spatial metrics for urban compactness. His work integrates AI techniques (neural networks, fuzzy logic) with geospatial data. Key projects include: Fulbright-funded work at Yale (2016-2017) on urban expansion EU Joint Research Centre postdoc (2004-2008) on food security applications Leading €150K project on seasonal population estimation via night lights (2018-2021) Awards: Fulbright Fellowship (2016-2017). Teaches courses in GIS, thematic cartography, and informatics.

• Mathematical Modeling
• Stochastic Modeling
• Discrete Mathematics
• +7 more

Dr. Ivan Kryven is an Associate Professor in Mathematical Modeling at the Mathematical Institute, Faculty of Science, Utrecht University. His research spans graph theory, probability, numerical methods for dynamical systems, partial differential equations, stochastic analysis, and randomized algorithms, with applications primarily in chemistry and materials science. His expertise includes: Mathematical Modeling Stochastic Modeling Discrete Mathematics Graph Theory Differential Equations Statistical Physics Dr. Kryven's research focuses on the mathematical foundations of complex systems, with particular interest in network science, random graphs, and their applications to polymer science and materials engineering. His work often bridges discrete and continuous mathematical objects, revealing fundamental connections across different domains. Much of his research has practical applications in chemistry and materials science, with recent efforts expanding into complex societal systems and epidemiology. His scientific contributions demonstrate strong trends in percolation theory, random graph representations of physical processes, and computational methods for analyzing complex networks. His work connects theoretical mathematics with practical applications in materials science, epidemiology, and complex systems analysis. His notable scientific contributions include publications in Nature Communications, Physical Review E, and Scientific Reports, with research spanning from polymer networks to epidemic modeling and complex systems analysis. Dr. Kryven has supervised numerous students through their academic journey: PhD Students: Ruben Hendriks, Mike de Vries, Jochem Hoogedijk, Niek Mooij, Verena Schamboeck (now at Austrian Power Grid), Yuliia Orlova (now postdoc at University of Amsterdam) Master Students: Yeyang Hu, Josanne Verheule, Hannah Onverwagt, Niels Scholte, Fleur Slegers, Mike de Vries, Niek Mooij, Camillo Schenone, Andi Lin, Thomas Bakx, Nynke Brouwer, Yaïr Hein, Frits Verhagen, Femke Ieperen Postdoc: Rik Versendaal (now faculty at TU Delft) He is actively involved in the Mathematics of Complexity research theme at Utrecht University and participates in outreach activities through µ-Open, providing opportunities for student engagement in mathematical research.

Daniël SpeldekampView profile

Researcher

• Economic Geography
• Management Science
• Industrial Clustering
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Daniël Speldekamp is a researcher at the Rijksuniversiteit Groningen , affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Business and the Innovation & Organisation department. His work bridges economic geography and management science, focusing on organizational-environmental interactions. PhD in Management Sciences (2015-2021), Radboud University Nijmegen Research centers on industrial clustering , innovation networks , and skill migration dynamics . Recent publications analyze agglomeration economies in aerospace and Southeast Asian contexts using configurational approaches. Key contributions include the Oxford Handbook chapter on spatial diversity (2025) and the Research Policy study on cluster advantages (2020). Awards highlight influential reviews and high-impact publications. Top 10 Downloaded Article (IJMR, Wiley, 2022) Best Reviewer (2019) Active in public engagement, featuring in HorizonEU initiatives and cluster policy discussions. Collaborates with J. Knoben, A. Saka-Helmhout, and F. van Oort across Europe.

James McGinlayView profile

Research Fellow

• Environmental Sustainability
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Nature Conservation Policy
• +4 more

Dr James McGinlay serves as a Research Fellow at the Institute for Global Sustainable Development within the School of Cross-Faculty Studies at the University of Warwick. He joined in 2021 and currently leads research on two major projects: the ERC-funded FIDELIO project (€1.5 million, 2019-2024) examining public support for biodiversity conservation policies in Europe, and the ESRC-funded ESCALATE project (€200,000) investigating UK flood defence perceptions. Dr McGinlay holds qualifications from the University of Oxford and University of Nottingham, preceded by over a decade of professional experience in environmental assessment across public, private, and academic sectors. His career includes research roles at the Open University, Cranfield University, Anglia Ruskin University, and the University of Cambridge's Department of Land Economy. His research bridges environmental and social sciences with specialized expertise in biodiversity conservation policy , cultural ecosystem services , and public engagement with protected areas . Employing interdisciplinary mixed-method approaches, he investigates how socio-economic factors and crises like the COVID-19 pandemic influence conservation support, with particular focus on European landscapes and high nature value systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent exploration of social dimensions in conservation governance , with dominant themes including protected area management during crises, cultural service valuation methodologies, and stakeholder perception dynamics. His work demonstrates strong methodological emphasis on qualitative case studies and policy-relevant applications across environmental psychology and socio-ecological systems. No major scientific awards are documented in the provided information, though his research is supported by prestigious competitive grants including European Research Council and ESRC funding. Dr McGinlay manages significant grant portfolios through the FIDELIO and ESCALATE projects, though formal student supervision isn't specified. His €1.7 million in active funding reflects capacity for large-scale collaborative research, with project structures indicating mentorship of junior researchers within multi-institutional teams. He operates within the FIDELIO project consortium involving multiple European institutions and the ESCALATE project led by the University of Birmingham, contributing to Warwick's Institute for Global Sustainable Development as a hub for interdisciplinary sustainability research addressing biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation challenges.

• Wireless Network Technologies
• Microwave Electrodynamics
• Antenna Theory
• +6 more

Rimvydas Aleksiejūnas is an Assistant Professor at Vilnius University's Institute of Applied Electrodynamics and Telecommunications (IAET) and affiliated with the Department of Radiophysics . His work focuses on Wireless Network Technologies , Microwave Electrodynamics , and Antenna Theory . Research Interests : Radio Wave Propagation, GNSS Systems, MIMO Channel Modeling, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Antenna Design, Radio Interference Analysis Recent Publications : 15+ works on wireless channels, UAV detection systems, and microwave engineering from 2011-2022 Awards : Galileo Masters 2020 prize (with S. Rudys and P. Ragulis) Best lecturer of Physics faculty 2018

Nicholas BakerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Visual Perception
• Shape Abstraction
• Computational Cognitive Neuroscience
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Nicholas Baker is an Assistant Professor in Neuroscience at Loyola University Chicago's Psychology Department. His research bridges human visual perception and computational modeling, focusing on abstract shape representation and object recognition. He holds a BA from Johns Hopkins University and a PhD from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a post-doc at York University. Education: BA (Johns Hopkins), PhD (UCLA), Post-doc (York University) Teaching: PSYC 240 (Psychology and Biology of Perception), PSYC 316 (Lab in Experimental Psychology: Sensation and Perception) Baker's research explores how spatial relations, rather than physical properties, define visual object perception. He examines human-computer vision disparities, employs deep learning frameworks, and develops models for transforming contours into abstract representations. Key themes include Gestalt principles, shape abstraction, and computational cognitive neuroscience. His publications (2016-present) span visual perception, computer vision comparisons, and computational modeling. Recent work (2024) investigates object-based warping and dot-based shape abstraction, while 2023 studies highlight local/global processing mechanisms and configural relations. Earlier work (2021-2018) critiques deep learning's shape recognition limitations against human capabilities. Baker leads Loyola's Human Perception Lab, advancing psychophysics experiments and interdisciplinary research. His work, funded by computational neuroscience grants, has implications for AI training and human-centered design principles.

Michel OrisView profile

Professor

• Gerontology
• Demography
• Life Course Studies
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Michel Oris is a Full Professor of History at the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, University of Geneva, where he has been teaching since March 2000. He previously served as Vice-Rector of the University of Geneva, Co-Director of the National Center for Research LIVES (Overcoming Vulnerability. Life Course Perspectives), and Director of the Interfaculty Center for Gerontology and Vulnerability Studies. His work bridges historical demography, sociology, and gerontology, focusing on the intersections between individual life trajectories and broader social structures. Oris's research centers on the living conditions of older people, vulnerability across the life course, and the sociohistorical construction of social and economic reserves. His work spans historical demography examining mortality patterns in 19th-20th century Europe, contemporary studies of aging populations, and cross-national comparisons of vulnerability processes. He has made significant contributions to understanding how social structures shape individual life trajectories and how these trajectories accumulate advantages or disadvantages over time. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach combining historical methods with contemporary social science. His work spans demographic history (particularly on mortality patterns in Madrid and Geneva), contemporary gerontology (focusing on cognitive aging and social reserves), and cross-national comparative studies of vulnerability. The consistent thread across his work is examining how social structures interact with individual life courses to create patterns of inequality, particularly in later life. Oris has been deeply involved in major research initiatives, most notably as Co-Director of the National Center for Research LIVES, which focuses on overcoming vulnerability through life course perspectives. His work has contributed significantly to methodological approaches in life course research, particularly through the development of the Geneva Urban Sociodemographic Database. His teaching portfolio includes General Economic History (History of Globalization) for first-year bachelor's students in International Relations and Socioeconomics; Demography and Anthropology of Populations for second-year bachelor's students; and Economic and Social Demography (focusing on Asia from 1950 to present) for master's degree students.

• Geographic Information Systems
• Remote Sensing
• Spatial Analysis
• +5 more

Jos Van Orshoven is a full Professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Bioscience Engineering within the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. He serves as Division Head of the Spatial Information Processing Division (SADL) and leads subdivisions for Ground for GIS and Earth Observation, while holding membership in Leuven One Health Institute and the Departmental Council for Earth and Environmental Sciences. His research spans Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing, and spatial analysis applied to environmental challenges. Key interests include climate-resilient land management, urban green space planning, forest dynamics under climate change, soil carbon monitoring, and socioeconomic disparities in environmental exposure. His work integrates drone and satellite technologies (Sentinel-2, VNIR/SWIR/LWIR) with spatial optimization for sustainable resource allocation. Recent publications reveal strong trends in climate adaptation (forest composition shifts, drought impacts on orchards), green infrastructure health benefits (3-30-300 rule evaluations), and precision environmental monitoring (radiocaesium transfer meta-analyses, soil carbon mapping). His team develops innovative methods like YOLOv8 tree detection for quantifying visible green space and spatial optimization for sediment loss minimization through afforestation. Radiocaesium soil-to-plant transfer meta-analysis (2025) Atlantic lowland forest climate vulnerability assessment (2025) Urban green space accessibility disparities research (2025) Agrovoltaics site suitability framework (2025) Soil carbon monitoring via Sentinel-2 (2024) He actively supervises research through multiple grants as promotor/co-promotor, including EU-funded projects on digital twins for sustainable cities (2024-2027), climate resilience networks (2023-2027), and drone remote sensing training (2022-2024). His teaching portfolio covers Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Technologies, and Forest/Nature Landscape Planning across undergraduate and graduate bioscience engineering programs. His research group operates within KU Leuven's Spatial Information Processing Division, collaborating with international networks on the Omo-Turkana Basin management, Burundian land degradation monitoring, and Flemish urban green space initiatives. Current work focuses on scaling forest growth models for climate change predictions and optimizing spatial remediation strategies for radiologically contaminated soils.

• Machine Learning
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Data Mining
• +5 more

Wang-chien Lee is an active Associate Professor in Computer Science and Engineering, specializing in machine learning, data mining, and graph optimization. His work spans domains including social networks, wireless sensor systems, and location-based services. Key research focus areas: Recommendation systems, Graph neural networks, and Social network analysis Pioneering applications in traffic safety, VR configuration, and blockchain marketing His publications demonstrate expertise in transfer learning, deep learning frameworks, and heterogeneous network modeling. Recent work explores traffic crash prediction, social-aware VR systems, and NFT marketing optimization. Current projects include: Learning Latent Representations of Heterogeneous Information Networks Link Quality Estimation for Wireless Sensor Networks Community Clickthrough Model Development

Subhashni RajView profile

Assistant Professor

• Climate Change
• Food Systems Planning
• Climate Adaptation Planning
• +3 more

Subhashni Raj is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa's College of Social Sciences. Her interdisciplinary work bridges climate change research with food and water security planning for marginalized communities. Education: PhD in Urban and Regional Planning (University at Buffalo), M.U.P in Environmental Planning (University at Buffalo), B.Sc. in Microbiology, Chemistry and Zoology (Bangalore University) Her research employs mixed methods (statistical and spatial analysis, interviews, policy analysis) to examine climate impacts on food-water-energy systems and identify adaptation strategies. Key projects include analyzing agricultural competition in California general plans and developing network approaches for urban land teleconnections. Recent publications explore: Climate adaptation strategies in rural communities Global wheat network impacts on hunger Urban density metrics and land use efficiency Integrated FEW nexus planning Local food system network analysis She has received prestigious awards including the Jerome L. Kaufman doctoral fellowship and Fulbright Scholarship, contributing significantly to planning literature through her work on food systems, climate adaptation, and spatial analysis methodologies.

Julie ArenbergView profile

Associate Professor

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Cochlear Implants
• Clinical and Translational Audiology
• +1 more

Julie Arenberg is an Associate Professor of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School , affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary . Her work focuses on auditory neuroscience and clinical/translational audiology , particularly improving cochlear implant functionality. Research Interests : Auditory perception, hearing assistive devices, electrode-neuron interface optimization, and developmental auditory plasticity in implant users. Laboratory : The Emerging Auditory Research Lab investigates individualized cochlear implant programming through translational studies spanning basic science to applied clinical trials. Collaborations : Active participation in clinical trials related to pediatric and adult cochlear implantation, device programming, and auditory system modeling.

• Industrial Engineering
• Operations Research
• Optimization
• +5 more

Shunichi Ohmori , a Professor at the Faculty of Science and Engineering , Waseda University , holds a Doctorate in Engineering from the same institution. His academic journey includes continuous affiliation with Waseda University since 2011, currently serving as a faculty member and concurrently as Director of Research Institute at the Institute of Global Production & Logistics (2022-2026). Education: Doctorate (2009-2012), Master's (2007-2009), and Bachelor's (2004-2007) from Waseda University His research focuses on industrial engineering and operations research , with specific interests in optimization , facility planning , logistics , and supply chain management . He has developed innovative frameworks for: Robust supply chain design under disruption risks Multi-echelon inventory optimization 3D facility layout planning with pipeline arrangements Collaborative vehicle routing cost allocation Green product portfolio strategies under uncertainty His publication record demonstrates expertise in stochastic optimization (15+ peer-reviewed papers) and heuristic algorithms (14+ conference proceedings). He has received multiple Best Paper Awards (2012-2016) and contributed to curriculum development through courses like Advanced Facilities Planning , Supply Chain Transformation , and Logistics at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Green Infrastructure
• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Agriculture
• +5 more

Attila Tóth is an accomplished Associate Professor and Head of the Institute of Landscape Architecture at the Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra's Faculty of Horticulture and Landscape Engineering. With extensive international experience including research positions at BOKU University in Vienna and RWTH Aachen University, he has established himself as a leading expert in green infrastructure planning, design and implementation across multiple European contexts. His educational background includes advanced studies at TU Wien (Spatial Planning and Landscape Architecture), BOKU University (Landscape Planning), and Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (Garden and Landscape Architecture). This strong foundation has enabled his research expertise in cultural, historical and sacred landscapes, urban agriculture, nature-based solutions, and ecosystem services, with fieldwork conducted across Austria, Germany, New Zealand, Slovakia, and Spain. Tóth's research portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on practical application, with particular attention to green infrastructure as a cross-scale strategy bridging planning and design. His work examines how landscape architecture can address contemporary challenges including climate adaptation, urban resilience, and sustainable development through research by design approaches. Recent publications reveal growing emphasis on participatory planning processes, forgotten urban spaces, water-sensitive design, and peri-urban landscape transformation. As a recognized scholar with 188 publications and nearly 100,000 reads on ResearchGate, Tóth has received prestigious awards including the Action Austria-Slovakia Postdoc Scholarship and Green Talents Research Stay. His professional influence extends through leadership roles as ECLAS Contact Person for SUA Nitra, Chair and Board Member of LE:NOTRE Institute, and IFLA Europe Vice President for Education. His academic work integrates teaching with practical implementation through projects like the Living Laboratory of Green Innovations in Landscape Architecture, demonstrating commitment to translating research into tangible landscape solutions. Tóth maintains active collaboration with international institutions while focusing on regional Slovak contexts, particularly addressing challenges in Nitra and surrounding areas through accessibility studies, housing estate green spaces, and rural village transformations.