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Kurt EstermanView profile

Professor

• Composition
• Sacred Music
• Organ Music
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O.Univ.-Prof. Kurt Esterman is a Professor of Composition (Sacred Music) at the Department of Composition & Music Theory, Mozarteum University in Salzburg. He holds a position at the School of Music & Art Education (SOMA). Born in Innsbruck in 1960, he studied composition, church music, organ, and harpsichord at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna under notable teachers like Erich Urbanner and György Ligeti. His work bridges compositional innovation with historical organ traditions, earning awards such as the Tyrolean Music Promotion Prize (1987) and Federal Ministry Prizes (1989, 1995). His research focuses on expanding the organ’s expressive possibilities while preserving its historical context. He edits the series Tiroler Orgelschatz and Studia Wilthinensia Artis Organi , exploring Tyrolean organ heritage. Esterman’s compositions emphasize sacred music, including works for organ, choir, and orchestra, often performed at festivals like Klangspuren Schwaz and Easter Festival Tyrol. He serves as a juror for the Slatkonia Prize and collaborates with Wilten Abbey as a church musician. Key awards include the 1997 Federal Music Promotion Prize and the 1998 Prize for Artistic Creativity from Innsbruck. His compositions blend historical reverence with modern techniques, reflecting a lifelong dedication to sacred and organ music.

Mark GrossView profile

Professor

• Algebraic Geometry
• Differential Geometry
• Mirror Symmetry
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Professor Mark Gross is a Professor of Pure Mathematics in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on Algebraic Geometry and Differential Geometry, with particular emphasis on mirror symmetry and related areas. Professor Gross's research interests span a wide range of topics in Algebraic Geometry, with a particular focus on mirror symmetry, Calabi-Yau manifolds, and tropical geometry. His work bridges the gap between pure mathematics and theoretical physics, particularly string theory. He has made significant contributions to understanding the geometric structures underlying mirror symmetry through logarithmic degeneration data and tropical methods. His research often involves deep connections between combinatorial structures and complex geometric phenomena. Analysis of Professor Gross's recent publications reveals a strong focus on mirror symmetry, particularly through the lens of logarithmic geometry and degeneration techniques. His work consistently explores connections between algebraic geometry, differential geometry, and mathematical physics, with recurring themes of using combinatorial and tropical methods to understand complex geometric structures. The publications demonstrate a coherent research trajectory toward developing a comprehensive framework for intrinsic mirror symmetry, with significant contributions to Gromov-Witten theory, theta functions, and cluster algebras. Professor Gross leads research in the Algebraic Geometry group at Cambridge. His collaborative work with researchers like Bernd Siebert, Paul Hacking, and Sean Keel has been particularly influential in advancing the field of mirror symmetry. His work has established important connections between tropical geometry and algebraic geometry, providing new insights into the Strominger-Yau-Zaslow conjecture and related phenomena.

Brittany J. GreenView profile

Lecturer

• Music Composition
• Electronic and Electroacoustic Music
• Black Feminist Theory in Music
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Brittany J. Green is a North Carolina-based composer, performer, and educator currently teaching composition and music theory at East Carolina University while completing her Ph.D. in Music Composition as a Deans Graduate Fellow at Duke University. Her interdisciplinary artistic practice spans acoustic and electroacoustic composition, electronic performance, spoken word, and multimedia installation, creating collaborative musical spaces that explore the intersection of sound, video, movement, and text. Green's research interests center on the application of Black feminist theory to musical composition, particularly examining how systems can be constructed, displaced, and ruptured through sound. Her work frequently employs sonification techniques and algorithmic processes, as demonstrated in pieces like "r_upTure" which uses Python programming to create musical systems that disrupt themselves. She also investigates Julius Eastman's work through queer theory methodologies and explores sound as a site of strategic opacity in the Black Church tradition. Her compositional output reveals a consistent exploration of identity, community, and systemic structures, with a notable shift toward electronic and interdisciplinary work during the pandemic. Green's pieces often incorporate live electronics, field recordings, and collaborative elements with poets, dancers, and visual artists, reflecting her belief that meaningful musical creation requires both deep listening and community engagement. American Academy of Arts and Letters Charles Ives Scholarship ASCAP Foundation Morton Gould Award New Music USA Creator Development Grant Alarm Will Sound Matt Marks Impact Fund As an educator, Green emphasizes the importance of being a good listener and building community as foundational skills for musical careers. Her upcoming projects include the Saykaly Garbulinska Composer Residency with Lexington Philharmonic, a collaboration with the New York Philharmonic, and "Letters to America" at Carnegie Hall featuring GRAMMY-award winning soprano Karen Slack. She is particularly passionate about addressing systemic issues in the field, advocating for more holistic funding models that provide composers with health insurance and creative freedom beyond thematic constraints.

• Set Theory
• Mathematical Logic
• Ontologies
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Domenico Cantone is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Catania, Italy. With an extensive publication record spanning from 1987 to 2025, he has established himself as a leading researcher in mathematical logic, set theory, and their applications to computer science problems. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in ontologies, blockchain technology, and quantum computing. Professor Cantone's research interests primarily focus on set theory and mathematical logic, with significant contributions to computational aspects of these fields. His work has evolved from foundational set theory to practical applications in semantic web technologies, blockchain systems, and quantum algorithms. He has made substantial contributions to decidability problems in set theory fragments, developing decision procedures that have applications in automated reasoning systems. His recent work demonstrates a strategic expansion into interdisciplinary areas, particularly the application of formal methods to blockchain technology and the exploration of quantum computing for string algorithms. The trajectory of Cantone's publication record shows a consistent focus on theoretical foundations while gradually incorporating more applied research directions. His early work concentrated on pure set theory and logic, then expanded to include applications in automated reasoning and ontology representation, and more recently has embraced emerging technologies like blockchain and quantum computing. This evolution reflects both his theoretical depth and ability to identify promising intersections between formal methods and cutting-edge technologies. Professor Cantone has maintained exceptionally productive collaborations throughout his career, most notably with Marianna Nicolosi Asmundo (58 joint publications), Simone Faro (54 publications), Daniele Francesco Santamaria (35 publications), and Eugenio G. Omodeo (35 publications). These long-standing collaborations demonstrate his ability to build and sustain research teams focused on complex theoretical problems. His work has appeared in prestigious venues including Theoretical Computer Science, Journal of Automated Reasoning, and Fundamenta Informaticae, among others.

Samuel J. BreeneView profile

Professor

• Baroque performance practice
• Classical performance practice
• Mozart chamber music
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Samuel J. Breene is a Professor in the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance at Rhode Island College, specializing in Baroque and Classical performance practice as a music historian and violinist. His scholarship examines Mozart's chamber music through Enlightenment cultural lenses, while also exploring American string band traditions and intersections of music with scientific thought. He founded RIC's Early Music Ensemble in 2010 and teaches core music history courses alongside interdisciplinary General Education and Honors seminars. His academic preparation includes: Lawrence University Conservatory of Music, B.M. in Music History and Violin Performance Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, Germany, Advanced Performance Studies Duke University, A.M. in Performance Practice (baroque violin) Duke University, Ph.D. in Musicology Professor Breene's research bridges historical performance practice with cultural studies, emphasizing how scientific paradigms and Enlightenment philosophies shaped musical expression. His work consistently connects archival research with practical performance insights, particularly in 18th-century repertoire. His publications and presentations reveal deep engagement with Baroque/Classical eras through interdisciplinary frameworks, merging musicology with history of science and cultural theory. This approach yields innovative perspectives on embodiment, aesthetics, and cross-disciplinary knowledge transfer in historical musical contexts. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through: Javits Fellowship Mellon Fellowship NEH Fellowship As an educator, he mentors through chamber music coaching and directs RIC's Early Music Ensemble, which serves as both pedagogical laboratory and community resource. His fellowship awards directly supported archival research, public lectures at venues like Lincoln Center, and symposium presentations on global music history. Performance activities with professional ensembles extend his academic work into public engagement. He actively participates in three performance collectives: the Hope Collective for Early Music (RIC faculty ensemble providing outreach), Providence Baroque Chamber Orchestra (Museum Concerts of Rhode Island resident ensemble), and Musicke's Cordes (Early Music Missouri resident ensemble), maintaining strong connections between scholarly research and historical performance practice.

Yu-Fang ChenView profile

Professor

• Formal Verification
• Quantum Programming
• Automata Theory
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Yu-Fang Chen is a Full Professor and Research Fellow at the Institute of Information Science, Academia Sinica, Taiwan, where he has been affiliated since 2018. His research group focuses on cutting-edge work in formal methods, quantum programming, and automata theory, with significant contributions to quantum circuit verification and constraint solving. His research centers on developing automata-based frameworks for quantum program verification (AutoQ Project), string constraint solving (Z3-Noodler), and symbolic execution techniques. Core interests include formal verification of quantum systems, satisfiability modulo theories, automata theory applications in quantum contexts, and developing practical verification tools. Chen's recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on quantum circuit verification, automata theory adaptations for quantum systems, and string constraint solving. Work frequently combines theoretical foundations with practical tool development, showing consistent innovation in quantum program analysis techniques and symbolic execution methods. Awards & Honors: Academia Sinica Scholar Award (2025-2029) SIGLOG/CACM research highlights nomination (2025) Distinguished Paper Awards (OOPSLA 2023, PLDI 2023) Best Paper Awards (FM 2023, TACAS 2010) Young Scholar Creativity Award (2023) MOST Research Project for Excellent Junior Research Investigators (2020-2023) Chen actively advises PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, with open positions advertised for his quantum computing and formal methods research group. He leads significant projects including the AutoQ framework development and has secured multi-year funding through the Academia Sinica Scholar Award and MOST grants. He directs a research laboratory at Academia Sinica focused on automata theory and quantum verification, developing tools like AutoQ and Z3-Noodler. The team collaborates internationally and regularly contributes to top-tier conferences in formal methods and programming languages.

• Music Performance
• Music Education
• String Instruments
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Lauren McCombe is a part-time lecturer in the Music Department at the University of North Georgia (UNG). She holds a Master of Music in Double Bass Performance from Valdosta State University (2008) and a Bachelor of Music in Music Theory & Music Education from the University of Georgia (2006). A native Georgian from Marietta, she has extensive practical experience as a music educator and performer. Education: MM, Music Performance – Double Bass, Valdosta State University, 2008 BM, Music Theory & Music Education, University of Georgia, 2006 Her research interests align with her professional focus on Double Bass pedagogy, string instrument education, and classical music performance. She maintains a private Double Bass studio and serves as the Double Bass teacher at Greater Atlanta Christian School.

Knut AndreasView profile

Professor

• Musicology
• Cultural Education
• Aesthetics
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Prof. Dr. Knut Andreas is an Honorary Professor of Music History and Music Management in the Cultural Work programme at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam . A conductor and musicologist, he bridges theory and practice through teaching, orchestral leadership, and international cultural exchange. Education: University of Potsdam (Music Education, German Language/Literature), University of Music and Theatre "Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy" Leipzig. Doctorate at Ludwig Maximilian University Munich on Paul Graener. His research focuses on 20th and 21st-century music , German-Brazilian cultural exchange , film music , orchestral management , and music education for vulnerable groups . Courses include Music and Film – The Qatsi Trilogy and Music in Totalitarian Systems . Publications span Paul Graener's works, cross-cultural projects, and socio-cultural initiatives like Sinfonieorchester für Senioren . His 15 most recent publications highlight intercultural musicology , 20th-century German composers , and Brazilian-German artistic collaboration , often analyzing orchestral practices, film scores, and educational methodologies. Scientific Awards : Order of Cultural Merit (2012, Rio de Janeiro), Honorary Service Award for Cultural Commitment (2012, Potsdam). He directed the Collegium musicum Potsdam since 1998, initiated Klassik am Weberplatz open-air festival, and led the Youth Symphony Orchestra Berlin . His socio-cultural projects include intercultural exchanges with Brazil and music programs for seniors and socially vulnerable youth.

Sarah WinterView profile

Associate Professor

• Theoretical Computer Science
• Automata Theory
• Logic in Computer Science
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Sarah Winter is a tenured Associate Professor (Maîtresse de Conférences) at Université Paris Cité and a member of the Automata and Applications team at IRIF (Institut de Recherche en Informatique Fondamentale). Previously, she was a postdoctoral researcher at Université libre de Bruxelles (2019–2023) in the Formal Methods and Verification group, and she completed her PhD in Computer Science at RWTH Aachen University under Christof Löding (2014–2018). Doctoral Degree: Computer Science, RWTH Aachen University, 2018 Master’s Degree: Computer Science, RWTH Aachen University, 2013 Bachelor’s Degree: Computer Science, RWTH Aachen University, 2011 Her research lies at the intersection of theoretical computer science, logic, and automata theory. She focuses on transducer synthesis, formal verification, streaming string transducers, delay games, and hyperproperties. Her work explores the computability and definability of functions and relations over infinite words and trees, often using logical and automata-theoretic frameworks. She investigates how systems can be synthesized from specifications, especially under constraints like delay or partial observability. Her recent publications, appearing in top-tier journals and conferences such as LMCS, TheoretiCS, LICS, and ICALP, show a consistent trend toward formal models of computation involving transducers, games with delay, and logical synthesis. Keywords across her work include reactive synthesis, automata on infinite structures, function uniformization, and model checking for hyperlogics. Her collaborations with researchers like Martin Zimmermann and Emmanuel Filiot reflect a strong network in European formal methods. Best Student Paper Award, MFCS 2018 Sarah Winter has advised students at the Master’s and PhD levels, as evidenced by her own academic lineage and supervision roles in publications, though no explicit list of advisees is provided. She has not mentioned specific grants, but her postdoctoral and faculty positions suggest funding support. She is actively involved in the theoretical computer science community, giving talks at international venues and workshops. She is a core member of the Automata and Applications team at IRIF, contributing to research on automata theory and its applications in verification and programming languages. Her work forms part of a broader effort to develop rigorous foundations for computing systems.

Freddie BryantView profile

Professor

• Jazz Performance
• Classical Guitar
• Brazilian Music
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Freddie Bryant is a Professor in the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music, where he teaches courses in jazz, Brazilian, Latin, and African grooves, harmonic knowledge, and guitar technique. He is a renowned guitarist and composer with a global artistic footprint, leading ensembles such as Kaleidoscope and Trio del Sol. Master of Music in Classical Guitar, Yale School of Music, 1994 Bachelor of Arts in Music, Amherst College, 1987 His research and artistic interests focus on global jazz fusion, harmonic development, cross-cultural rhythm integration, and guitar performance. He emphasizes connecting with diverse grooves and strengthening the balance between pick and finger-style playing. His work bridges jazz, Brazilian, Latin, African, and blues/funk traditions, with a strong emphasis on original composition and voice leading. His recent works, including Upper West Side Love Story and Monk Restrung , reflect a trend toward thematic song cycles, reimagined jazz standards, and cross-genre collaborations. These projects highlight his expertise in narrative composition, cultural storytelling, and innovative ensemble arrangements. Honorary Doctorate from Amherst College 2019 Chamber Music America New Jazz Works grant for Upper West Side Love Story Bryant has advised numerous students through Berklee’s programs and has secured competitive grants for new jazz works. He has performed and recorded with jazz luminaries such as Eliane Elias, Tom Harrell, and the Mingus Orchestra, and has toured in 55 countries, collaborating with Indian classical musicians, African singers, and traditional Arab groups. His professional experience deeply informs his pedagogy. He leads multiple ensembles, including Kaleidoscope, Trio del Sol, and the Freddie Bryant Quartet, and is a member of the Ben Riley’s Monk Legacy Septet and the Mingus Orchestra. These groups serve as laboratories for his creative and educational vision, integrating performance, composition, and cross-cultural dialogue.

N. Emil Bjerrum-BohrView profile

Associate Professor

• Scattering Amplitudes
• Quantum Field Theory
• Quantum Gravity
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Dr. N. Emil Bjerrum-Bohr is a Danish theoretical physicist and Associate Professor at the Niels Bohr International Academy (University of Copenhagen) and Niels Bohr Institute . He specializes in scattering amplitudes with applications to quantum field theory , quantum gravity , and string theory , particularly focusing on their connections to LHC phenomenology and gravitational wave predictions. Primary Affiliations University of Copenhagen Niels Bohr International Academy Niels Bohr Institute (Theoretical High Energy Physics) Research Themes Amplitude analysis and computations Quantum gravity via string theory Post-Minkowskian expansion for gravitational physics Scattering equation formalism Effective field theory applications Scientific Recognition Lundbeck Foundation Junior Group Leader (2011) FNU STENO Grant awardee (2009) Recent Publications 2024: Color-kinematic numerators for fermion Compton amplitudes 2024: Covariant Compton amplitudes in gravity with classical spin 2024: Scattering on the worldvolume in Brower-Goddard string models 2023: Classical spin gravitational Compton scattering 2022: Post-Minkowskian radial action from soft limits 2022: SAGEX review on scattering amplitudes 2021: Classical gravity from loop amplitudes Collaborations & Networks Discovery Center (DNRF, 2010-2019) European Union Horizon 2020 SAGEX network International collaborations with U.S., German and French institutions

Alex J FeingoldView profile

Professor

• Algebra
• Lie Algebras
• Kac-Moody Algebras
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Alex J Feingold is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Binghamton University, where he has taught since 1979. His research focuses on algebraic structures such as Kac-Moody Lie algebras, vertex operator algebras, and conformal field theory, with notable contributions to hyperbolic Weyl groups and fusion rules. Education: Ph.D., Yale University (1977) He teaches foundational and advanced courses like Linear Algebra (Math 304) and Advanced Linear Algebra (Math 404), often serving as course coordinator. His scholarly work includes collaborations with institutions like the Albert Einstein Institute and IHES, and he has supervised multiple Ph.D. students. Research Trends: His publications span hyperbolic Kac-Moody algebras, modular forms, and mathematical physics, often intersecting with representation theory and combinatorics. Recent work includes decomposition of Kac-Moody algebras and fusion rule theorems. Advising: He actively advises honor societies Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Mu Epsilon at Binghamton University, organizing induction ceremonies. Labs/Projects: Known for mathematical sculptures, he has exhibited works at venues like the Roberson Museum and the University of South Florida, blending art with hyperbolic geometry and knot theory.

Aybike ÖzerView profile

Professor

• Supergravity
• Lie Algebra
• Double Field Theory
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Aybike Özer is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. She maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and projects focusing on theoretical physics and mathematical structures in string theory. Her work bridges advanced mathematical concepts with fundamental physics problems. Her research interests span Supergravity, Lie Algebra, Double Field Theory, Field Equations, Noncommutative Geometry, M-Theory, String Theory, General Relativity, and Cosmology. Özer's work particularly emphasizes the mathematical structures underlying string theory and supergravity, exploring connections between algebraic structures and physical theories. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a consistent focus on advanced theoretical frameworks in string theory and supergravity. Her research demonstrates strong connections between algebraic structures like Drinfel'd doubles and bialgebroids with physical theories including M-theory and Double Field Theory. The work shows particular emphasis on geometric formulations, duality symmetries, and mathematical consistency conditions for theoretical physics models. Özer currently supervises 5 students and leads multiple research projects including "Poisson geometri ve sicim düaliteleri" (2025-2026), "Poisson Lie T dualite" (2024-2025), and "Sicim Düaliteleri, Genelleştirilmiş Geometri ve Süperkütleçekim ve Kozmolojide Yeni Çözümler" (2021-2024). Her research is supported by grants from TUBITAK and other research funding bodies. Her academic work includes significant contributions to understanding the mathematical foundations of string theory, particularly through projects exploring Poisson geometry, string dualities, generalized geometries, and supergravity equations. Özer's research bridges abstract mathematical concepts with concrete physical applications in theoretical physics.

• Information Retrieval
• Search Engine Technologies
• Data Compression
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Alistair Moffat is a prominent faculty member at the University of Melbourne's School of Computing and Information Systems, with an extensive publication record spanning over four decades from 1980 to the present. His career demonstrates sustained contributions to information retrieval, data compression, and evaluation metrics within the field of computer science. Moffat's primary research interests encompass: Information Retrieval and Search Engine Technologies Data Compression Algorithms and Indexing Techniques Development and Analysis of Evaluation Metrics Process Mining and Event Log Analysis User Modeling in Information Seeking Behavior Theoretical Foundations of Search Effectiveness His recent work (2023-2025) reveals a continued focus on refining search evaluation methodologies, with particular attention to user-oriented metrics, rank-biased quality measurement, and the relationship between query variations and experimental consistency. Moffat has also expanded into process mining applications, developing entropy-based metrics like Entropia for measuring log representativeness. His publications consistently appear in top-tier venues including SIGIR, ACM Transactions on Information Systems, and Information Processing & Management. Moffat maintains extensive research collaborations, most notably with Justin Zobel (70 joint publications), J. Shane Culpepper (35), and Matthias Petri (32), demonstrating a strong network within the information retrieval research community. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in search technology, medical information retrieval, and process analysis. As evidenced by his continuous publication output through 2025, Moffat remains an active and influential researcher in his fields of expertise, contributing both to foundational theories and practical implementations in information access systems.

Mauricio RodriguezView profile

Lecturer

• Composition
• Sonology
• Experimental Acoustic Art
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Mauricio Rodriguez is a composer and educator affiliated with the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) , where he teaches AP Music Theory, Musicianship, and Composition at the Pre-College Academy. He also leads the piano lab at San Jose City College. Education: DMA in Composition (Stanford University), MA in Sonology (Royal Conservatory The Hague), BFA in Composition, Piano, and Ethnomusicology (University of Mexico) His research and artistic practice focus on contemporary composition, experimental acoustic art, sonology, and music technology. Rodriguez blends archetypal sonorities with avant-garde techniques, creating intricate, multi-modal sonic experiences. Rodriguez's work has been performed by renowned ensembles like the JACK String Quartet, International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), and Talea Ensemble. He has held residencies at institutions such as Arteles Creative Center (Finland), Xenakis Centre (Paris), and Royaumont Foundation (France). Scientific Awards include a fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts of Mexico, distinctions from the Telmex Foundation, Medal University of Mexico, and recognition from the British Council, among others.