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Michael C. FerrisView profile

Professor

• Optimization
• Mathematical Programming
• Algorithm Development
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Michael C. Ferris is the John P. Morgridge Chair and Jacques-Louis Lions Professor of Computer Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, with courtesy appointments in Mathematics and Industrial & Systems Engineering. He serves as Director of Hub Central, Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery. PhD in Mathematics from University of Cambridge (1989) Research focuses on optimization algorithms, mathematical programming, and applications spanning energy systems, transportation, environmental engineering, and biomedical domains His scholarly work includes 15+ recent publications on topics such as: Stochastic optimization for energy markets Complementarity problems in ecological systems Power flow formulations with sparse matrices Decision support tools for Great Lakes restoration Game-theoretic models of hydro-thermal electricity systems On-chip network optimization As a SIAM and INFORMS Fellow , he has received prestigious honors including the Beale-Orchard-Hays Prize, NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award, and Guggenheim Fellowship. His methodological contributions include software tools like PATH , NLPEC , and EMP for large-scale optimization problems, with applications ranging from cancer treatment planning to smart grid development .

Boyuan ChenView profile

Researcher

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Robotics
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Boyuan Chen is a research scientist at OpenAI and MIT's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), specializing in world models, reinforcement learning, and embodied AI. His work bridges AI systems with physical world understanding through innovative approaches to video generation, spatial reasoning, and robotic control. PhD in EECS from MIT with a minor in philosophy Bachelor's degree in computer science and mathematics from UC Berkeley His research focuses on: World Models: Developing architectures like Diffusion Forcing Transformer to enable stable long-horizon video generation and planning Embodied AI: Advancing spatial reasoning capabilities in Vision-Language Models (SpatialVLM) for robotics applications Reinforcement Learning: Creating self-supervised methods for cross-task transfer learning and soft robot control Key article trends: 2025: History-Guided Video Diffusion for flexible temporal conditioning 2024: Diffusion Forcing combining next-token and sequence-level modeling 2024: SpatialVLM introducing 3D spatial reasoning to vision-language models 2023: Self-supervised RL transfer using random features 2021: 3D keypoint learning for robotic control Advising & Collaborations: PhD advisors: Prof. Russ Tedrake and Prof. Vincent Sitzmann (MIT) Undergraduate mentor: Prof. Pieter Abbeel (UC Berkeley) Industry internship: Dr. Fei Xia (DeepMind) Robotics & Team Leadership: Co-founder of MIT's Robomaster ICRA challenge team Founder of high school's first FRC team Developer of personal robots like Autonomous Bogie Rover and Autonomous Drone

Qin HuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Security and Privacy
• Blockchain
• Edge Computing
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Dr. Qin Hu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University (GSU), with prior experience as an Assistant Professor at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from The George Washington University (2019). Her research focuses on security and privacy, blockchain, edge computing, federated learning, and IoT, with a goal to secure interactive computing in wireless systems. She has received multiple accolades, including the Best Paper Award at WASA 2020 and NSF CRII funding for her work on blockchain-based distributed machine learning. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, The George Washington University (2019) Affiliations: Georgia State University, Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis Her research interests emphasize securing mobile computing through mechanisms like federated learning and blockchain. She has contributed to journals such as IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing and IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security, and serves on editorial boards for Journal of Network and Computer Applications and High-Confidence Computing . She also chairs workshops and conferences like IEEE EUC 2022 and serves on TPC for IEEE INFOCOM and IEEE Blockchain. Dr. Hu has advised numerous students, including PhD candidates at GSU and Purdue University Indianapolis. Her NSF-funded project integrates blockchain with federated learning to enhance privacy in mobile crowd sensing. She has also held teaching roles, including the prestigious Indiana University Trustees Teaching Award in 2024.

Emeric HenryView profile

Professor

• Economics of Innovation
• Political Economy
• Industrial Organization
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Emeric Henry is a Professor and Head of the Department of Economics at Sciences Po. He holds a PhD in Economics from Stanford University and a Master's in Management Science & Engineering, alongside a Master's in Statistics and Economics from ENSAE. His research focuses on the Economics of Innovation, Political Economy, and Law and Economics, employing theoretical, experimental, and empirical methods. He has held roles including Scientific Director of Sciences Po's Master's and PhD programs (2013-2019) and is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR). Key awards include the ANR Chaire d'Excellence Junior (2009), Deutsche Bahn Prize (with Yann Algan), and Fulbright/Schultz Scholarships. His work has been published in top journals like the Journal of Political Economy and American Economic Review. Recent research explores topics such as social norms, fake news dynamics, and state-building impacts, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to understanding institutional and policy challenges. His academic leadership includes directing research clusters and policy analysis initiatives. Collaborations often address innovation spillovers, gender promotion gaps, and electoral sentencing cycles, emphasizing both theoretical rigor and real-world applicability.

Clément ImbertView profile

Professor

• Development Economics
• Labour Economics
• Political Economy
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Clément Imbert is a Full Professor at Sciences Po (Paris) in the Department of Economics, affiliated with BREAD, CEPR, EUDN, and J-PAL. His research focuses on Development Economics, Labour Markets, Political Economy, and the Environment. He holds a PhD from Paris School of Economics and previously taught at the University of Warwick (2015–2023). His work examines labor market programs, migration, environmental policy, and social protection in developing countries. Key contributions include studies on public works in Ethiopia, tax compliance in Belgium, and deforestation in Sub-Saharan Africa. Awards include the Becker-Friedman Fellowship and Excellence in Refereeing (AER 2018). He advises PhD candidates and teaches Development Economics and Policy Analysis. Education : - PhD in Economics, Paris School of Economics (2008–2012) - Ecole Normale Supérieure de Cachan (2003–2007) Research Trends : Recent articles emphasize policy experiments in fragile states, climate adaptation, and migration's economic impacts. His work bridges theoretical models with field data, often using randomized controlled trials. Awards & Grants : - Multiple grants from EU, J-PAL, and British Academy (e.g., £232K EU/ESRC for research on knowledge diffusion) - Fellowships: Becker-Friedman (2019/2022), AMID/LSE Teaching & Mentorship : Teaches Development Economics at Sciences Po and supervised over 7 PhD students. Served as examiner at LSE, PSE, and Warwick. Active in policy-oriented academic networks like EUDN and BREAD. Labs/Teams : Involved in interdisciplinary projects on India's migration patterns and Sub-Saharan deforestation, collaborating with institutions like the International Growth Centre and World Bank.

Vincenzo SavonaView profile

Professor

• Quantum Physics
• Nanophotonics
• Quantum Optics
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Prof. Vincenzo Savona is a Full Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), leading the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics of Nanosystems (LTPN). He holds positions in the School of Basic Sciences (SB) within the Institute of Physics (IPHYS) and the SPH teaching unit. His research focuses on quantum photonics, open quantum systems, and theoretical nanosystems. He has received a Swiss National Science Foundation professorship grant and supervises numerous doctoral students. Education: Bachelor/Master in Physics at Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa and University of Pisa PhD in Theoretical Physics at EPFL Postdoctoral research at Humboldt University Berlin Research Interests: His work explores quantum chaos, dissipative phase transitions, quantum computing algorithms, and nanophotonic devices. The LTPN lab investigates nonlinear photonics, cavity QED, and quantum error correction. Publications: Recent work includes studies on quantum chaos in open systems, variational quantum algorithms, and dissipative phase transitions in photonic resonators. His research bridges theoretical physics with experimental photonics. Awards: Swiss National Science Foundation Professorship Grant (2002) Teaching & Advising: Supervised over 15 doctoral theses in quantum physics and related fields Teaches Analytical Mechanics and Quantum Computing courses Labs/Teams: Director of LTPN, collaborating with the NCCR Quantum Photonics and involved in doctoral program committees at EPFL.

Christopher ClarkeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Policy
• Income Inequality
• Public Capital and Infrastructure
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Dr. Christopher Clarke is an Assistant Professor of Economics (Career-Track) at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). His research focuses on public policy, income inequality, public capital, and employment dynamics. Clarke holds a Ph.D. in Economics from WSU (2020), an M.A. (2013), and a B.A. (2012) in Economics from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He has taught economics at multiple institutions since 2013, including the University of Houston and University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Clarke is renowned for innovative teaching methods, particularly using TikTok and social media to popularize economics. He received the Media and Moving Images Teaching Prize (2021) from the University of Houston and the Oaks Academic Technology Award (2024) from WSU. His work bridges academic research and public engagement, addressing topics like trade policy, tariff impacts, and economic inequality. Key research interests include analyzing the economic effects of tariffs, labor market dynamics in conflict zones, and financial access in agrifood value chains. He frequently collaborates with institutions like the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and presents at conferences such as EconEd. Clarke’s educational outreach extends to YouTube and Bluesky, where he critiques economic policies and demystifies complex concepts for broader audiences.

Michel PleimlingView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Non-equilibrium Statistical Mechanics
• Complex Systems
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Michel Pleimling is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Virginia Tech's College of Science and serves as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs. He holds a Ph.D. from the Universität des Saarlandes, Germany. His research focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics, with emphases on non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, complex systems, and biological physics. Key areas include magnetic skyrmion dynamics, predator-prey models, and surface growth processes described by the Kardar-Parisi-Zhang equation. His work explores aging phenomena in disordered systems, control of pattern formation, and the interplay between nonlinearity and universality in critical dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on cyclic competition systems, vortex dynamics in superconductors, and the application of machine learning in statistical mechanics. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Society. Awards: Fellow, American Physical Society Roles: Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs, College of Science Key Research Themes: Non-equilibrium systems, magnetic topological defects, ecological modeling, and surface growth His recent publications highlight novel approaches to controlling surface roughness, analyzing spatiotemporal patterns in predator-prey systems, and investigating skyrmion behavior in disordered environments. His research bridges theoretical physics with computational and biological systems, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Dots
• Superconductivity
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Jens Paaske is a Professor at the Department of Condensed Matter Physics, Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on quantum transport phenomena in nanoscale systems, with a particular emphasis on strongly correlated electron systems, superconductivity, and topological materials. He investigates quantum dots, Majorana fermions, Kondo effects, and Shiba states through theoretical and computational approaches. His work bridges condensed matter theory and experimental nanoelectronics, addressing topics like Josephson junctions, hybrid superconductor-semiconductor devices, and low-dimensional spin systems. Recent studies explore Yu-Shiba-Rusinov states in unconventional superconductors and Majorana modes in topological quantum devices. Paaske collaborates on theoretical frameworks for analyzing impurity-induced subgap states and has contributed to understanding spin dynamics, nonequilibrium transport, and the interplay between magnetism and superconductivity. His research includes developing surrogate models for complex systems and probing electronic correlations via quantum dots.

Edouard SchaalView profile

Research Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Labor Markets
• Search and Matching
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Edouard Schaal is an ICREA Research Professor at the Centre de Recerca en Economia Internacional (CREI), Adjunct Professor at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), and Associate Research Professor at the Barcelona School of Economics (BSE). He is also a Research Affiliate of the Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR). His editorial roles include serving as Associate Editor at the Economic Journal and editorial board member at the Review of Economic Studies , following prior editorship at the Review of Economic Dynamics . He holds a PhD in Economics from Princeton University (2011) and previously held positions at New York University and the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Research Focus: Schaal's work centers on macro-scale economic phenomena with emphasis on: Labor market mechanics and search frictions Information asymmetry impacts on business cycles Spatial equilibrium modeling Uncertainty transmission in economic systems Network-based economic geography His recent publications explore behavioral economics in market cycles, optimal policy design during crises, and spatial infrastructure efficiency. Collaborative works frequently address coordination failures and equilibrium dynamics using rigorous theoretical frameworks.

• Urban Economics
• Economic Geography
• International Trade
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Yue Yu is an Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Toronto, holding cross-appointments at the UTSC Management and Rotman School of Management. Their research focuses on urban economics, economic geography, international trade, and development economics, with particular emphasis on transportation infrastructure impacts, land-use policies, and market access dynamics in China and Sub-Saharan Africa. Key contributions include analyzing the effects of China's Farmland Red Line Policy on economic welfare, the role of high-speed rail in enhancing firm exports, and Uganda's road upgrades on deforestation and urbanization trends. Their work has received recognition including the UEA Prize (2019) and EMUEA Kraks Fond Prize (2019). Teaching responsibilities include courses on regression analysis (MGEC11 and MGED11) at the University of Toronto. Current research explores housing supply expansion via subdivision remodeling and input sourcing in low-income economies.

Robbin BastiaansenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mathematical Modelling
• Differential Equations
• Dynamical Systems
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Dr. Robbin Bastiaansen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Utrecht, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. He holds dual roles in the Mathematical Institute and the Marine and Atmospheric Research department, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of mathematical modeling, climate dynamics, and ecological systems. His work emphasizes the application of dynamical systems theory to understand tipping points in spatial ecosystems and climate feedback mechanisms. Research interests include: mathematical modeling of climate systems, differential equations applied to ecological resilience, and spatial pattern formation in dryland and marine environments. He explores how spatial heterogeneity influences climate tipping cascades and develops early warning frameworks using Earth observation data. Recent publications highlight contributions to understanding fragmented tipping phenomena, transient climate feedbacks, and the role of spatial self-organization in ecosystem resilience. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with applied environmental science, addressing global challenges like climate change impacts on ecosystems. Labs/Teams: Active within the Mathematical Institute's modeling group and collaborating with Marine and Atmospheric Research teams at Utrecht University. Engages in interdisciplinary projects combining mathematical analysis with ecological and climatic data.

Sebastian SchreiberView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Ecology
• Mathematics
• Community Structure
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Sebastian Schreiber is a Professor in the Department of Evolution and Ecology at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on theoretical ecology, mathematics, community structure, population dynamics, and evolutionary processes. Contact: sschreiber@ucdavis.edu. Research Interests: Dr. Schreiber's work bridges mathematical biology and ecological theory to explore mechanisms of species coexistence, impacts of environmental stochasticity, and evolutionary responses to ecological pressures. Key themes include metapopulation dynamics, bet-hedging strategies, and the role of density dependence in population stability. Recent Publications: His 2025 work examines flow-kick systems, Lyapunov exponents, and Allee thresholds, while prior studies address eco-evolutionary feedbacks, seed dispersal mutualisms, and climate-driven germination strategies across stochastic environments. Scientific Contributions: He has advanced modern coexistence theory by integrating community assembly dynamics and quantifying extinction risks in spatially/temporally variable ecosystems. His 2024 publications emphasize fitness limitations, mutualism quality, and novel density dependence frameworks.

Robert McDonoughView profile

Academic

• Applied Microeconometrics
• Labor Economics
• Crime
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Robert McDonough is a Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Department of Economics. He holds a PhD from the University of Oregon (2023) and specializes in applied microeconometrics with research interests spanning labor economics, education policy, and crime. His work employs quasi-experimental and structural methods to address policy-relevant questions such as the impact of social transfers on spatial distortions and the effects of violent video games on crime. He has published in the Journal of Labor Economics and is on the editorial board of multiple journals. Teaching responsibilities include large undergraduate courses like ECON 101 (Introduction to Economics) and ECON 111 (Economics of Innovation & Entrepreneurship) at UNC, as well as labor economics electives. At the University of Oregon, he taught introductory economics and labor market courses, earning the 2022 Teaching Award. He manages teams of up to 30 teaching assistants and focuses on interactive pedagogy, emphasizing real-world applications through case studies like Lyft, Netflix, and Tesla. His research demonstrates significant contributions to understanding locational inefficiencies in U.S. transfer programs and refuting causal links between violent video games and crime. Current work explores workplace injury labor supply dynamics and GPA measurement challenges. McDonough actively collaborates with policymakers and has received recognition for innovative teaching methods that make complex economic principles accessible.

• Quantum Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Theoretical Physics
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Jens H Bardarson is a Professor of Theoretical Physics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research focuses on the physics of quantum matter, exploring how collective quantum phenomena emerge from the interplay of particles, waves, and entanglement. He emphasizes bridging theoretical understanding with experimental observations and applications in quantum technology, particularly quantum computers. His work employs computational simulations and quantum information tools to study many-body localization, topological phases, and non-equilibrium dynamics in materials like topological insulators and Weyl semimetals. His research interests encompass quantum matter dynamics, the development of novel theoretical frameworks for describing quantum systems, and the practical implementation of these insights. Key areas include symmetry fractionalization in spin models, the role of disorder and interactions in topological systems, and the exploration of non-Hermitian quantum phenomena. He also investigates transport properties in nanowires and the application of quantum information concepts to characterize quantum states. Recent publications (2021–2025) highlight advancements in many-body localization, symmetry-protected topological phases, and quantum quench dynamics. His studies often address the thermalization of local observables and the utilization of numerical methods for large-scale quantum dynamics. While his research has significant implications for quantum computing and topological materials, no specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided information. No advisees or laboratory affiliations are explicitly mentioned.