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• Power System Analysis, Operation and Planning
• Power System Economics
• Electricity Markets
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Ivana Kockar is a Reader in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, within the Faculty of Engineering. She is affiliated with the Institute for Energy and Environment and leads research on the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) into power systems, focusing on optimization, market design, and policy analysis. PhD, McGill University, 2004 Her research interests include active network management, TSO-DSO coordination, agent-based modeling, Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA), and virtual power plants. She develops tools to support the transition to low-carbon power systems and improve grid flexibility through demand participation and energy storage. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in analyzing DSO risk, flexibility markets, and human behavior in energy planning. Her work increasingly integrates socio-technical dimensions, examining how corporate and individual behaviors impact grid operations. There is also a consistent focus on business models for virtual power plants and the economic impacts of forecasting accuracy, indicating a blend of technical and market-oriented research. Outstanding Engineer Award, 2024 Best Innovation Project, December 2015 Special Issue inclusion, International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 2008 She has supervised multiple PhD and MSc students and is Principal Investigator on several major research projects, including EPSRC-funded doctoral training and industrial knowledge exchange initiatives. Her work is supported by grants from EPSRC, Ofgem, and energy companies such as SSEN and Scottish Power. She actively collaborates with Management Science colleagues and contributes to policy development. She leads a research team at the Institute for Energy and Environment, working closely with industry partners and international research consortia such as the EU Horizon 2020 SmartNet project. Her team applies advanced computational methods, including high-performance computing and agent-based simulations, to real-world energy challenges.

Ellen Beate Hansen SandseterView profile

Professor

• Risky play
• Children's well-being
• Physical environment in early childhood education
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Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter is a Professor at the Physical Activity and Health Research Group within the Department of Science, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences at Queen Maud University College. She holds a master’s in sports science from the Norwegian School of Sports Science and a doctorate in psychology from NTNU. Sandseter’s research focuses on risky play in early childhood education, emphasizing how physical environments shape children’s exploration of limits and developmental opportunities. Education: Major in sports (Norwegian School of Sports Science), PhD in psychology (NTNU) Her work challenges Western societies’ overemphasis on safety in childhood environments, advocating for free outdoor play to build resilience and self-efficacy. Current projects like ViRMa (Virtual Risk Management) use VR and motion capture to study how risky play fosters risk assessment skills. Previously, she led the EnCompetence project, linking physical environments to play behavior and activity levels. Her academic output spans behavioral studies, psychometric assessments, and policy advocacy, with keywords including child development , virtual reality , and play-based learning . She actively disseminates findings through international lectures and collaborations, particularly on ethical challenges in risky play. No scientific awards or student advisement details are listed in the provided text.

• Renewable Energy Integration
• Power Systems Optimization
• Energy Storage
• +7 more

Daniel Fernández-Muñoz is an Associate Professor at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) , affiliated with the Department of Physical Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics. He earned his PhD in 2021 with a thesis on "Generation scheduling in isolated power systems with high variable renewable generation and pump-storage," receiving both the Extraordinary Doctoral Award and Carlos González Cruz Award. He has held academic roles since 2006, including Assistant Professor positions from 2016-2021 and a current permanent Associate Professor appointment. Education : PhD in Electrical Engineering (UPM), DEA in Electrical Engineering (2010), Civil Engineering degree (2006) Research Focus : Renewable energy integration, power system optimization, battery degradation modeling, and frequency control in isolated grids Collaborations : Instituto de Sistemas Eléctricos de Potencia (Austria), EERA Joint Programme on Energy Storage, H2020 project eNeuron His work emphasizes hybrid wind-battery systems , pumped-storage hydropower , and virtual power plants , with notable publications in JCR Q1 journals. He has contributed to the Energy2Win project on sustainability education and served as a peer reviewer for multiple scientific journals. Scientific Awards Premio Extraordinario de Doctorado (UPM) Premio Carlos González Cruz Teaching activities include Physics for Biomedical Engineering and Energy Systems for Telecommunications. He has participated in international conferences as an invited speaker and contributed to projects funded by the Spanish government and private entities.

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Surface Plastic Deformation
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Angel Petrov Anchev is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Mechanics of Materials at the Technical University - Gabrovo , Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Instrument Making. He holds a Doctorate in Technical Sciences and has led or participated in numerous research projects focused on fatigue strength, surface plastic deformation, and welding technologies. University: Technical University - Gabrovo Academic Rank: Professor Department: Materials Science and Mechanics of Materials His research interests span multiple domains, including: Materials Science: Surface integrity, fatigue behavior, and creep analysis of metals. Mechanical Engineering: Residual stress modeling, cold working processes, and structural component optimization. Welding Technology: Electron beam welding of dissimilar alloys and intermetallic phase control. His recent publications emphasize diamond burnishing, fatigue strength improvement, and surface engineering of stainless steels and aluminum alloys. He has collaborated on international projects related to surface integrity and welding. While specific scientific awards are not mentioned, his work has significantly advanced mechanical surface treatment methodologies.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Haptics
• +7 more

Lung-Pan Cheng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering at National Taiwan University. His research focuses on creating innovative interfaces that bridge physical and virtual realities, with particular emphasis on virtual reality systems, haptic feedback mechanisms, and perceptual illusions. Dr. Cheng's work explores how to create more immersive and believable virtual experiences through: Novel haptic feedback systems that simulate physical interactions in virtual environments Real walking techniques that overcome physical space limitations in VR Perceptual illusions that enhance the sense of presence in virtual worlds Human actuation approaches that leverage people as part of the VR infrastructure Optical illusions applied to digital media and gaming experiences Advanced fabrication techniques for interactive physical objects His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a continued trajectory of innovation in VR interaction techniques, with work focusing on directional force feedback, infinite vertical navigation, and the integration of optical illusions into virtual experiences. Dr. Cheng's research consistently combines hardware innovation with perceptual psychology to create compelling user experiences that push the boundaries of virtual environments. Dr. Cheng has received notable recognition for his work: Best Paper Award at CHI 2022 for 'AirRacket: Perceptual Design of Ungrounded, Directional Force Feedback to Improve Virtual Racket Sports Experiences' SIC People's Choice Award at UIST 2022 for 'Garnish into Thin Air' His research has been featured in media outlets including MIT News and New Scientist, indicating broader impact beyond academic circles. Dr. Cheng maintains active collaborations with researchers worldwide, as evidenced by his international co-authorship patterns across multiple disciplines including computer science, psychology, and engineering.

• Ergonomics
• Human-Machine Systems
• Industrial Engineering
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Alexander Mertens serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of the Institute of Industrial Engineering within RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, concurrently leading the Ergonomics and Human-Machine Systems group. His dual doctorates (Dr.-Ing. and Dr. rer. medic.) underpin his interdisciplinary approach bridging engineering and medical sciences. His research centers on human-centered technology integration , with core interests in Ergonomics , Human-Machine Systems , and Virtual Reality applications . He investigates physiological workload monitoring, human-robot collaboration, and inclusive workplace design—particularly through AR/VR systems and sensor-based interventions for manufacturing and healthcare contexts. His work emphasizes translating biomechanical and psychosocial insights into practical solutions for worker safety and performance. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals three dominant trends: human-robot collaboration in manufacturing (evident in VR-based robot assistance studies), physiological workload assessment (using pupillometry and multimodal signals), and workplace health innovation (addressing interruptions, musculoskeletal disorders, and aging populations). These threads consistently prioritize human factors in digital transformation across automotive, healthcare, and industrial domains. Prof. Mertens directs the Ergonomics and Human-Machine Systems laboratory, driving initiatives like AixistenzRobotik (Aachen Competence Center for Interactive Robotics in Health/Care) and workHEALTH (holistic prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders). His team develops adaptive interfaces for inclusive factories and evaluates digital escape signage through age-differentiated studies, maintaining strong industry partnerships for real-world implementation.

Sara ArenaView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Cooperative Learning Strategies
• Problem-Based Learning
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Sara Arena is a Collegiate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics at Virginia Tech , where she also serves as Associate Department Head for Curriculum and Course Coordination . Her work spans biomechanics research and innovative engineering education methods. Education: Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. from Virginia Tech Research Interests: Focus on human movement biomechanics, particularly balance recovery and postural stability, combined with educational research emphasizing cooperative and problem-based learning strategies in engineering education. Current projects include modeling human movement dynamics and improving remote teaching methodologies. Scientific Awards: Leader in Teaching, BEAM (2019, 2023) National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship (2008-2011) Panelist for NSF and Department of Defense Key Contributions: Developed novel methods for assessing landing kinematics outside laboratory settings, explored friction requirements in aging populations, and pioneered virtual conferencing tools for problem-based learning. Her work has been published in journals like Annals of Biomedical Engineering and Applied Ergonomics . Collaborations: Partnered with institutions including Virginia Tech, American Society of Engineering Education, and multidisciplinary teams focused on biomedical engineering education and clinical biomechanics.

• Biometrics
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
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Raghavendra Ramachandra is a Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (IIK) , within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Gjøvik. His research focuses on biometric systems, particularly in face, fingerprint, and finger vein recognition, with emphasis on presentation attack detection, morphing attack detection, and deep learning applications. Current research projects include: SALT (2022-2026) : Developing privacy-preserving facial biometric authentication systems. OffPAD (2022-2025) : Creating cryptographic tools and presentation attack detection for fingerprint biometrics. SWAN (2015-2020) : Developing biometric countermeasures against presentation attacks. His recent publications demonstrate technical expertise in: Face morphing attack detection using vision transformers and point cloud networks Image fusion techniques for multispectral biometrics GAN-based synthetic data generation for security evaluation Explainable AI approaches for biometric verification Professor Ramachandra also supervises PhD and Master’s students, and has extensive experience in leading national and EU research initiatives.

Kangsoo KimView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• eXtended Reality (XR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
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Kangsoo Kim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Software Engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, where he leads the Human-X Interaction (HXI) Lab. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Central Florida and previously served as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Delaware and the Synthetic Reality Lab at UCF, with an additional appointment in the College of Nursing. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Central Florida, 2018 M.S. in Electronics and Computer Engineering, Hanyang University, 2011 B.S. in Electronics and Computer Engineering (Cum Laude), Hanyang University, 2009 Dr. Kim's research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction, particularly in immersive eXtended Reality (XR), including Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality. His work explores virtual avatars, social interaction in XR, perception and cognition, and the integration of XR with IoT and digital twins. He investigates how embodied virtual humans influence social presence, trust, and user behavior in educational, healthcare, and industrial settings. His recent publications span top-tier venues such as IEEE TVCG, ISMAR, and IEEE VR, with themes centered on virtual agents, empathy in XR, avatar embodiment, and industrial applications of XR and digital twins. Trends include the use of AI-powered avatars, physiological feedback integration, and XR for public education and infrastructure safety. Scientific Awards: AKCSE Early Achievement Award (2023) Innovation Award at TechConnect World (2021) ACM SUI Best Paper Award (2019) ICAT-EGVE Best Demo Audience Choice Award (2020) ACM VRST Best Student Paper Award (2017) Dr. Kim actively mentors students and has advised numerous graduate researchers in areas including virtual pets, avatar behavior, XR for health, and industrial applications. He has secured research funding through competitive fellowships and grants, including UCF Graduate Fellowships and IEEE VR Doctoral Consortium support. He has also contributed to patents in AR magnification and serves as an Associate Editor for Presence: Virtual and Augmented Reality. He leads the HXI Lab, which conducts interdisciplinary research bridging computer science, psychology, and engineering to advance XR technologies for real-world impact in education, healthcare, and industry.

• Medical Education
• Anatomical Sciences
• Digital Health
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Andrew O'Malley is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Medicine at the University of St Andrews, where he serves as Deputy Programme Director of the Scottish Graduate Entry Medical Programme (ScotGEM) and Deputy Director of Teaching. His work focuses on the intersection of medical education and technology, particularly in the areas of anatomical sciences, digital health, and artificial intelligence. Dr. O'Malley holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Anatomy & Human Identification and a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Anthropology, both from the University of Dundee. His educational background as an anatomist and forensic anthropologist informs his teaching across various subjects in the School of Medicine, including ScotGEM Case Based Learning, medical ethics, and generative artificial intelligence. His research interests center on the use of technology in health professions education, with specific focus on Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL), telehealth, and generative artificial intelligence. Dr. O'Malley's work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and good health. Dr. O'Malley's publications demonstrate a strong trend toward exploring AI applications in medical education, with particular emphasis on diagnostic accuracy, question generation, bias mitigation, and simulation technologies. His recent work shows increasing sophistication in prompt engineering for medical AI applications and attention to equity issues in AI-generated medical content. #TopDownloadedArticle Prize (2024) Best Poster (2023) CELPiE Research Fund Award (2024) Dr. O'Malley actively supervises postgraduate research students and has been involved in multiple research projects including ComSIM: Community Orientated Simulation, and research on AI diagnostic accuracy. He has presented his work at international conferences including the 1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education in Kuala Lumpur and contributed written evidence to the House of Lords UK Engagement with Space Committee. Dr. O'Malley is affiliated with the St Andrews SETI Post-Detection Hub, reflecting his interest in broader applications of technology and scientific methodology beyond traditional medical education.

Lihi Zelnik-ManorView profile

Professor

• Haptics
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
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Lihi Zelnik-Manor is a Professor at the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology . Her research focuses on digitizing the sense of touch, integrating Haptics , Robotics , and Computer Vision to create digital representations of physical properties and develop haptic feedback devices for virtual interactions. Executive Vice President for Innovation and Industry Relations (2023-2026) Vice Dean for Graduate Studies (2022-2023) General Chair: CVPR’21, ECCV’22 Her work spans Neural Architecture Search (NAS) , 3D Reconstruction , and Image Processing , with recent publications on haptic devices (2025), diffusion models (2025), and soft-tissue simulation (2024). She actively contributes to academic leadership through roles in top conferences and community initiatives like the Schmidt Postdoctoral Award steering committee.

Olivia PetitView profile

Lecturer

• Consumer Neuroscience
• Sensory Marketing
• Digital Marketing
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Dr. Olivia Petit is a Lecturer and researcher in Marketing at KEDGE Business School specializing in consumer neuroscience, sensory marketing, and digital marketing. Her research employs advanced methodologies including functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies to investigate mental imagery and multisensory interactions in consumer experiences. Her research interests focus on consumer neuroscience , sensory marketing , digital marketing , AR/VR applications , and food marketing . Dr. Petit examines how sensory cues influence consumer behavior, particularly in digital environments, with emphasis on visual, auditory, and tactile elements that shape consumer experiences and decision-making processes. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2024) reveals a strong trajectory toward multisensory digital experiences , ethical considerations in customer experience , and advanced applications of extended reality in marketing contexts. Her work bridges neuroscience, psychology, and business applications with particular focus on food and beverage marketing. Scientific recognition includes: Nestlé Foundation award (2012) EMAC McKinsey Marketing Dissertation Award (2015) Dr. Petit has established significant collaborations with researchers across Europe and has published in top-tier journals spanning marketing, neuroscience, psychology, and food science domains. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding the cognitive and sensory mechanisms underlying consumer behavior in both traditional and digital contexts. Her laboratory work incorporates advanced technologies including virtual reality systems and neuroimaging techniques to explore how multisensory cues influence consumer perception, decision-making, and behavior in retail and online environments.

Fiona McConnellView profile

Professor

• Political Geography
• Diplomacy
• Mediation
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Professor Fiona McConnell is a leading political geographer at the University of Oxford , affiliated with the School of Geography and the Environment and St Catherine's College as a Tutorial Fellow. Her career spans institutions like Newcastle University (as Lecturer) and Trinity College, Cambridge (Junior Research Fellow). Education: BA in Geography, University of Cambridge (Fitzwilliam College) PhD, Queen Mary University of London McConnell's research explores governance beyond the state , focusing on stateless communities , diplomacy in marginalized spaces , and geographies of peace . She pioneers concepts like liminal geopolitics and diaspora diplomacy , examining how marginalized groups engage in statecraft and redefine legitimacy. Her recent publications reveal trends in digital diplomacy , self-determination , and legal geographies . Collaborations with scholars like Costas Constantinou, Elaine Ho, and Liam Saddington highlight her interdisciplinary approach. Scientific Awards: Philip Leverhulme Prize for Geography (2019) Back Award, Royal Geographical Society (2022) British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship (2017) McConnell supervises doctoral students in areas including contested sovereignties , digital mediation , and peacebuilding through natural resources . She leads the Gobi Framework project (2018–2021) on sustainable mining in Central Asia and co-founded the Model UNPO teaching initiative.

• Neuroarchitecture
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Architectural Design
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Fiona Zisch serves as Associate Professor at The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London (UCL), holding key roles including Programme Director for the MArch Design for Performance and Interaction and Co-Chair of the UK chapter of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture (ANFA). She directs the International Centre for NeuroArchitecture and NeuroDesign and leads research at UCL's BodyLab. Her academic trajectory spans positions at the University of Innsbruck, University of Greenwich, University of Westminster, and University of Plymouth. Her educational foundation includes a Dipl. Ing. in Architecture (BSc/MSc equivalent) from the University of Innsbruck and Lunds Tekniska Hogskola, followed by a PhD from UCL's Bartlett School of Architecture and Institute of Behavioural Neuroscience. Zisch's transdisciplinary research explores cognitive ecologies through the integration of architecture, cognitive neuroscience, experimental psychology, philosophy of mind, critical theory, and cyberfeminism. Central to her work is the concept of wickedness and wicked thresholds —dynamic spaces of transformation where discovery emerges through reciprocity between neural spatial construction, architectural design concepts, and experiential qualities. Her investigations into embodied cognition examine how movement and bodily presence shape architectural experience, informed by her background in dance and collaborations with choreographers across spatial and temporal scales. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant interdisciplinary trajectory merging architectural design with neuroscience. Key trends include neural mechanisms of spatial aesthetics, comparative studies of real/virtual environments, and the application of neuroarchitecture to equitable design. Her work consistently addresses spatial memory distortions , embodied navigation , and affective responses to built environments, while expanding into exhibition-based explorations of care ethics, disruption, and societal transformation through art-technology collaborations. Zisch supervises PhD candidates in UCL's Architectural Design MPhil/PhD programme and cross-departmental students in Neurology and Behavioural Neuroscience. Her teaching emphasizes 5EA cognition (extending 4EA models to incorporate Entanglement) and atmospheric design within performance-oriented architectural education. She actively contributes to international academic discourse through lectures, workshops, and external examination roles. She leads the BodyLab at UCL Here East, a transdisciplinary research space investigating the intersection of architectural design, neuroscience, and movement studies. The lab fosters collaborations with neuroscientists, choreographers, and technologists to develop experimental frameworks for understanding embodied spatial cognition through both physical and virtual environments.

• Coastal Engineering
• Numerical Modeling
• Nature-Based Solutions
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Tomohiro Suzuki is an Associate Professor at KU Leuven and Ghent University (UGent) , affiliated with the Department of Civil Engineering under the Faculty of Engineering Science (KU Leuven) and Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (UGent) . With 25 years of expertise in coastal engineering, he specializes in wave overtopping , wave-structure interactions , and Nature-Based Solutions for coastal management. Key research areas: Numerical Modeling (DualSPHysics, SWASH), Wave-Current-Vegetation Interaction , Coastal Flood Resilience Teaching roles: Project Hydraulic Engineering 3 , Hydraulic Structures , Hydrodynamics His recent projects include: INTEGRATOR (2024–2026): Integrated coastal hydrodynamics modeling Numerical Coastal Basin (2021–2025): Virtual testing for floating structures Wind Generation System (2025–2028): Fan Array Wind Tunnel for Coastal & Ocean Basin Publications focus on 3D wave-vegetation dynamics , SPH-based coastal simulations , and shallow foreshore resilience against extreme waves. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned.