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Hillie AalderingView profile

Research Fellow

• Intra- and Inter-group Conflict
• Cooperation and Competition
• Negotiation
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Dr. Hillie Aaldering is a Visiting Fellow at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Department of Organization Sciences. She is also part of the Research Programmes - Social Sciences, Organization & Processes of Organizing in Society (OPOS) and the Network Institute. Her research focuses on understanding cooperation in group settings, particularly intergroup and intragroup dynamics, negotiation strategies, and conflict management. She has developed experimental paradigms to measure parochial and universal cooperation. Additionally, she explores student self-regulation and how to enhance academic motivation. Dr. Aaldering teaches quantitative research methods and supervises master’s theses in the BCO master program. She is a project researcher in initiatives like 'The Power of Words: The Role of Mediators' Language in Increasing Intergenerational Empathy in Online Discussions.' Her work spans experimental and qualitative methods, contributing to fields such as social psychology and organizational behavior. Education: Doctorate in Social Sciences (PhD) Her research interests include intra-/inter-group conflict, negotiation, social dilemmas, and experimental games. Recent articles highlight topics like prosocial behavior toward future generations, dovish/hawkish influences in negotiations, and servant leadership in religious contexts. She coordinates bachelor theses and teaches courses on cooperation, conflict, and research methods. Current grants include projects on mediating intergenerational empathy through language. Dr. Aaldering collaborates with institutions like the Amsterdam UMC and VU Research Portal, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on organizational dynamics and conflict resolution.

Mart LubbersView profile

Assistant Professor

• Task-Oriented Programming
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Embedded Domain-Specific Languages
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Mart Lubbers is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University , focusing on Computer Science . He transitioned from a PhD candidate (2018–2023) and Researcher roles to his current faculty position, with a research emphasis on Task-Oriented Programming and IoT systems . Academic affiliations: Radboud University (current), Netherlands Defence Academy (2017), Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics (2013–2015) Teaching: Compiler Construction , New Devices Lab , and Sustainable IoT workshops in SusTrainable summer schools His research bridges Embedded Systems , Functional Programming , and Green Computing , particularly through the development of the mTask framework for IoT orchestration. Publications highlight innovations in DSL design , low-power computing , and tierless language architectures . Current supervision includes PhD candidates Niek Janssen and Benedikt Rips , alongside BSc advisees. He actively contributes to conferences as PC member/chair (TFP, IFL, CompSys).

• Human-AI Interaction
• Generative AI
• Computer Vision
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Tianhao He is a Ph.D. candidate at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, where he serves as a Researcher in the Sustainable Design Engineering department. As an active member of the Design-at-Scale Lab, he focuses on Human-AI Collaboration in video-based design practices and contributes to the Knowledge and Intelligence Design (KInD) research group. His research spans Generative AI, Computer Vision, and Cognitive Science with particular emphasis on making AI algorithms accessible for professional design tasks. He teaches courses including Data, Machine Learning for Design, and AI Products and Services (2024), and Crowd Computing for Design (2023), demonstrating his expertise in translating complex AI concepts for educational contexts. His publications reveal a consistent focus on human-centered AI applications across diverse domains—from video-based design tools to brain-computer interfaces and industrial knowledge management systems—highlighting his interdisciplinary approach to enhancing human creativity through technology. As part of his academic role, he actively contributes to research projects focused on Design for Social Good and human-centered AI development, bridging theoretical research with practical design applications.

Seyit GokView profile

Lecturer

• Language Teaching Materials Development
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Lesson Study
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Dr. Seyit Gok is an EAP Lecturer & Researcher at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, affiliated with the Chair Group of Language Learning. He holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from the University of Leicester (2019). His expertise includes language teaching materials design, Lesson Study methodologies, and curriculum development. He has conducted extensive research on refugee education, academic integration, and task-based language learning approaches. Education: MA and PhD in Applied Linguistics from University of Leicester, UK Research focuses on designing effective pedagogic tools for diverse learner groups, particularly refugees and highly educated newcomers. His work emphasizes bridging gaps between EAP teaching practices and student-teacher expectations. Recent studies highlight strategies for improving access to higher education through tailored language programs. He has presented at international conferences including EuroSLA 31 (Switzerland) and delivered professional development workshops on EAP pedagogy. His collaborative work with volunteer organizations addresses challenges faced by displaced learners seeking academic integration. Awards: 2022 Faculty of Arts Impact Award (shared with Michel)

• Physical Literacy
• Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
• Motor Skills in Children
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Dr. Johannes Noordstar serves as a Lecturer in Clinical Child and Family Studies at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. He maintains a dual professional role, working concurrently at the Wilhelmina Children's Hospital Utrecht where he conducts practice-oriented research on physical literacy in children with chronic diseases and physical limitations. His academic appointments include involvement in teaching Clinical Child, Family and Education Studies (Master) and Educational Sciences (Bachelor) programs, with specific course contributions to Developmental Psychopathology and Pedagogical systems in childhood and adolescence. Dr. Noordstar's research primarily focuses on physical literacy, developmental coordination disorder (DCD), motor skills development, and self-perception in children. His work extensively examines how children with chronic medical conditions—including congenital heart defects, cystic fibrosis, and sickle cell disease—engage with physical activity and develop motor competencies. He investigates the relationship between motor performance, exercise capacity, sports participation, and parental perceptions, with particular attention to how these factors influence children's self-perception and quality of life. His research methodology often employs longitudinal cohort studies and systematic reviews to establish evidence-based practices in pediatric exercise therapy. The trajectory of Dr. Noordstar's publications reveals a consistent focus on the intersection of motor development, physical activity, and psychosocial factors in children. From his doctoral work on self-perceptions and physical activity to his recent studies on physical literacy in children with chronic conditions, his research demonstrates a clear evolution toward addressing clinical applications of motor development theory. His publications span high-impact journals in pediatrics, developmental psychology, and physical therapy, indicating strong interdisciplinary relevance. The concentration of recent work (2023-2025) on specific chronic conditions suggests a strategic focus on translating research into clinical practice for vulnerable pediatric populations. Dr. Noordstar holds significant leadership positions in his field, including Chairman of the Platform for Children's Exercise Therapy, Chair of the Paramedical Working Group on Developmental Coordination Disorder, and Chairman of the Steering Committee DCD Network Netherlands. He serves as Coordinator and teacher for the guidance program for pediatric exercise therapists (BTK), and is an active member of both the Dutch DCD Research Network and the international DCD BIG group. His professional activities demonstrate a strong commitment to bridging academic research with clinical practice in pediatric motor development and exercise therapy.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Bilingual Processing
• Psycholinguistics
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Dr. S.S. Bultena is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University, affiliated with both the Centre for Language Studies and the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. Her research focuses on second language acquisition and bilingual processing, employing EEG, eye-tracking, and behavioral tasks to investigate first language influence on second language learning. Key interests include cognates and error-based learning. She holds an H-index of 10 and has received the Onderwijsprijs Letteren - junior teacher award in 2019. Her teaching spans courses like Introduction to Linguistics , Second Language Acquisition , and Research Topics in Second Language Acquisition . She leads the project The language leak: The statistics of language as a novel window into the multilingual mind (2023–2028). Media engagements include features in Tech Gelderland (2021) and NEMO Kennislink (2023). Research emphasizes neurobiological and cognitive mechanisms underlying language learning, with a focus on error detection and cross-linguistic influences. Recent work highlights the role of uncertainty and conflicting representations in L2 error processing, alongside electrophysiological markers of learning.

Anastasios SarampalisView profile

Researcher

• Cognitive Psychology
• Auditory Neuroscience
• Speech and Hearing Science
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Anastasios Sarampalis is a researcher at the University of Groningen , affiliated with the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences and the Experimental Psychology department. His work intersects cognitive psychology, auditory neuroscience, and educational innovation. Key research areas: auditory memory, cochlear implants, binaural beats, soundscape perception Active in interdisciplinary projects across 18 languages with ZENODO and DataverseNL datasets His most recent publications focus on novel methodologies for studying auditory cognition, including the ART framework for memory tasks and cross-cultural soundscape analysis. Articles frequently address applications in special populations (e.g., cochlear implant users) and educational technology. Scientific recognition includes: 5 major teaching/research awards (2019-2023) KNAW Pilotfonds grant for science communication RUG interdisciplinary funding for cocktail party effect studies Active in academic presentations (2019-2025) and supervisory roles, with collaborations spanning 25 institutions across 18 countries. Current activities emphasize critical pedagogy and pandemic visualization projects.

• Neurolinguistics
• Aphasia
• Clinical Linguistics
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Prof. Roel Jonkers is a Full Professor in Neurolinguistics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. He specializes in aphasia, neurolinguistics, and clinical linguistics, with a focus on language disorders in adults and neurodegenerative diseases. His work bridges theoretical and applied linguistics, emphasizing clinical applications. Current Position: Full Professor in Neurolinguistics, University of Groningen Affiliation: Faculty of Arts, Department of Neurolinguistics Research interests include neurolinguistic aspects of aphasia, language processing in neurodegenerative diseases, and morphological complexity in agglutinative languages. He has supervised numerous PhD students and collaborates internationally, notably with the University of Eastern Finland. Teaching activities span courses on aphasiology, neurolinguistics, and language disorders at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He has contributed to curricula since 1994, integrating clinical and theoretical perspectives. Key contributions include studies on Tagalog agrammatism and the role of pause duration in primary progressive aphasia. His work is published in journals like Aphasiology and Cognitive Neuropsychology . President of Afasienet, promoting aphasia research and support. Active in media outreach, including interviews on aphasia and dementia detection.

Anton FeenstraView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural Bioinformatics
• Protein Structure Prediction
• Computational Biology
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Anton Feenstra is an Associate Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with the Faculty of Science's Bioinformatics department, as well as AIMMS and Integrative Bioinformatics. He holds a PhD (dr.) and an engineering degree (ir.). His research focuses on structural bioinformatics, protein structure prediction, computational biology, and bioinformatics algorithms. Key interests include protein-protein interactions, molecular dynamics, and knowledge graph applications in health and microbiota studies. Feenstra leads projects such as ELIXIR-NL (Digital Research Infrastructure) and has contributed to initiatives like BIOEXE and ENFIN. He teaches courses including Algorithms in Sequence Analysis and Fundamentals of Bioinformatics. His work spans over 86 publications, with recent contributions on protein interface prediction (PIPENN-EMB), microbiota-gut-brain axis analysis, and structural bioinformatics tools. Notable achievements include developing the PRALINE alignment toolkit and advancing machine learning methods for protein function prediction. Collaborations include work on Mycobacterium tuberculosis and SARS-CoV-2 protein analysis. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and innovation.

Marije MichelView profile

Professor

• Second Language Acquisition
• Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)
• Digitally Mediated Language Learning
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Prof. Marije Michel is a Full Professor of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and Chair of Language Learning at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from the University of Amsterdam (2011) and previously held teaching positions at Lancaster University and German universities. Her research focuses on second language processing, task-based language teaching (TBLT), and digitally mediated language learning. She leads the Language Learning team within the European Languages and Cultures program, overseeing language courses in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish. Research interests include alignment in language interaction, cognitive task demands, and multilingualism in education. She has published extensively on L2 acquisition mechanisms, pedagogical task design, and technology-enhanced language learning. Major awards include the Faculty of Arts Impact Award (2022) and the Nuffic Europees Talenlabel Prize (2022). She supervises multiple PhD candidates and leads projects like the English Academy for Newcomers, providing language education for highly educated refugees. Key academic roles include membership in the European Second Language Association (EuroSLA), International Association of Task-based Language Teaching (IATBLT), and the Dutch Meesterschapsteam Moderne Vreemde Talen. She contributes to editorial boards of journals like System and Journal of Second Language Writing . Her recent work explores AI applications in collaborative writing and psychotypological perceptions of language distance.

Sake JagerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
• Virtual Exchange
• Online International Learning
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Dr. Sake Jager is an Assistant Professor in Applied Linguistics and Project Manager for Teaching and Learning Innovation at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. He specializes in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), Online International Learning (Virtual Exchange), and the integration of ICT in education. His roles include curriculum development, project leadership in initiatives like EVOLVE and ENVOIE, and promoting active learning through technology. He holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics (2009) and has extensive experience in managing educational technology projects since 1998. Education: PhD in Applied Linguistics, University of Groningen (2009) MA in Humanities Computing (1991) MA in English Language and Literature (cum laude, 1984) Research Interests: Focus on innovative educational technologies, virtual exchange, mobile-assisted language learning, and internationalization in higher education. His work bridges pedagogical theory and practical implementation, emphasizing digital tools for language proficiency and intercultural competence. Grants/Projects: Managed over €2.5M in projects including EVOLVE (Erasmus+), ENVOIE, and numerous faculty-wide initiatives. Notable projects include developing SpeakApps for language practice and leading the EVOLVE project on virtual exchange impact assessment. Labs/Teams: Coordinates the Centre for ICT & Education and contributes to the University Library's Teaching Support. Active in professional networks like EUROCALL and UNICollaboration, serving as Vice President of EUROCALL (2017–2021).

Wander LowieView profile

Professor

• Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Phonetics
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Prof. Wander Lowie is a Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, Department of Applied Linguistics. He specializes in second language acquisition (SLA), phonetics, and multilingualism. His research integrates dynamic systems theory, cognitive linguistics, and educational methodologies. Education & Roles: PhD in Linguistics (University of Groningen, 1998) Research Associate at the University of the Free State Associate Editor of The Modern Language Journal Chair of the Meesterschapsteam Moderne Vreemde Talen Research Interests: Focuses on L2 development dynamics, prosody perception, musicality's role in language learning, and pedagogical innovation. Key themes include: Second language phonology and prosody Lifelong language learning in older adults Complex systems approaches to SLA Recent Article Trends (2023-2025): Explore intersections between music and language processing, late-life language learning, and collaborative research frameworks. Recent work emphasizes empirical studies on prosody perception and pedagogical strategies for multilingual education. Awards: 2011 Faculty of Arts Teacher of the Year Teaching & Leadership: Designs courses on phonetics, SLA theories, and research methodologies. Leads projects like PEIL.Engels (national English proficiency study) and EMBED (CEFR-aligned language assessment). Labs/Teams: Collaborates on projects involving cochlear implant users' language acquisition and digital storytelling pedagogy. Active in national academic committees for language education policy.

Mirela RiveniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Network Science
• Social Computing
• Crowdsourcing
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Mirela Riveni is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen, working within the Information Systems Group at the Bernoulli Institute, Faculty of Science and Engineering. Her research focuses on network science, social computing, and crowdsourcing, with particular expertise in large-scale network analysis using graph-based algorithms, machine learning, and natural language processing techniques. Dr. Riveni earned her PhD from the Distributed Systems Group at the Institute of Information Systems, Vienna University of Technology, and completed her M.Sc. in Computer Networks at KTH - The Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden. Her doctoral research focused on provisioning and management mechanisms for automating human computation processes in adaptive systems with humans-in-the-loop. Her current research interests span several interconnected domains in network science and social computing. She investigates disinformation detection and analysis of (dis)information spreading patterns, particularly focusing on polarization and echo chambers in social networks. A significant portion of her recent work examines information dynamics in decentralized social platforms like Mastodon (the fediverse). She also explores provenance in large-scale network analysis, including code and workflow provenance. Additionally, she studies bias and discrimination issues in recommender systems, with a special emphasis on privacy and ethical considerations in all her research areas. Dr. Riveni's publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from foundational work in human computation and social computing to her current focus on misinformation analysis and decentralized networks. Her recent publications (2023-2025) show a strong emphasis on analyzing misinformation spread on platforms like Twitter (now X) and Mastodon, with several papers examining echo chambers, adoption dynamics, and growth patterns in decentralized social networks. Her work consistently applies network science metrics, graph-based algorithms, machine learning, and NLP techniques to address these challenges. Dr. Riveni actively contributes to the academic community through peer review and conference organization. She has served on program committees for conferences including DAIS 2024, ASONAM 2023, and the Workshop on Recommender Systems in Fashion. She has also reviewed for journals such as ACM Computing Surveys, IEEE Internet Transactions on Services Computing, and IEEE Internet Computing. As an educator, Dr. Riveni teaches courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including Introduction to Computing Science, Network Centric Systems, Introduction to Information Systems, Enterprise Application Integration, and Social Network Analysis. She mentors students interested in her research areas and has served as co-supervisor for PhD students.

• Foreign Language Learning
• Instructional Models (TBLT, CLIL)
• Digital Environment Applications
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Dr. Eline van Batenburg is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Faculty of Education (FE) of Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool van Amsterdam) since 2013. Her work focuses on foreign language learning, task-based language teaching (TBLT), content and language integrated learning (CLIL), and multilingualism in vocational education. Education: Not explicitly detailed in provided texts. Her research explores multilingualism in vocational settings, emphasizing digital environments and pedagogical models. Recent work investigates plurilingual repertoires, learner-learner interactions, and teacher beliefs in CLIL classrooms. Key subfields include digital tools, visual mapping, and synchronous communication. She collaborates with scholars like Liz Dale and Marije van de Guchte, contributing to datasets on multilingualism in vocational education. Activities include invited talks and oral presentations on multilingualism and language teaching. External roles include serving as an Inspector at Nuffic since March 2015. No specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts.

• Digital Technologies in Language Education
• Intercultural Communication
• Virtual Reality in Education
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Kristi Jauregi Ondarra is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Department of Languages, Literature and Communication under the Humanities College. She leads the Institute for Language Sciences' Language and Education research group, focusing on digital technologies in language education, including Virtual Reality and telecollaboration. Current projects: E-LIVE (2022-2024), exploring Virtual Exchange integration. Former projects: TeCoLa (2016-2019), TILA (2013-2015), NIFLAR (2009-2011), EUROVERSITY (2011-2014). Her research spans: Virtual Reality applications for intercultural learning Telecollaboration and gamification in language curricula High/low-immersion VR environments for language acquisition Recent publications analyze VR-mediated virtual exchange and pedagogical differentiation through gaming. She also contributes to the Language in the Digital Age book series (Peter Lang) and serves on the Unibasq Advisory Board (since 2022).