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Olga Sorkine Hornungمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Geometric Modeling
• Geometry Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Olga Sorkine Hornung is a Full Professor of Computer Science at ETH Zürich, leading the Interactive Geometry Lab. She holds a BSc and PhD from Tel Aviv University (2000 and 2006) and conducted postdoctoral research at Technical University Berlin. Her research focuses on computer graphics, geometric modeling, and geometry processing, with applications in shape editing, digital fabrication, and animation. She has received numerous accolades, including the ACM Fellowship (2020), ERC Consolidator Grant (2020), and the Golden Owl Teaching Award (2021). Her work bridges theoretical foundations and practical algorithms, addressing challenges in parameterization, surface compression, and interactive design tools. Her research interests span: Computer Graphics & Visualization Geometric Modeling & Processing 3D Content Creation & Digital Fabrication Garment Design & Simulation Human Motion Analysis & Animation Awards and grants include: 2024: Best Paper Honorable Mention (EUROGRAPHICS) 2023: Member of Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences (SATW) 2020: ERC Consolidator Grant 2017: Rössler Prize (ETH Zurich) Her lab focuses on developing novel methods for interactive geometry processing, with recent advancements in garment modeling (e.g., AIpparel, Rags2Riches) and motion retargeting systems like WalkTheDog. She actively collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, including biomedical applications and sustainable fashion technology.

Otmar Hilligesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Robotics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Otmar Hilliges is a Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science at ETH Zurich. He leads the AIT lab and serves as the head of the Institute of Intelligent Interactive Systems. His research focuses on spatio-temporal understanding of human movement and interaction, leveraging algorithms and representations from videos, images, and sensor data for applications in Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Human-Robot Interaction. Education: Diplom (MSc) in Computer Science, Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany PhD in Computer Science, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), Germany (2009) Research Interests: Hilliges' work spans computer vision, robotics, and human-computer interaction. He develops methods for 3D human pose estimation, generative models for realistic avatar creation, and physically plausible simulation of human-object interactions. His research emphasizes practical applications in AR/VR and assistive robotics, aiming to bridge the gap between perception and action. Grants & Contributions: ERC Consolidator Grant (2022-2027): 'AI-Perceive: Robust Human-Centric Computer Vision for Advanced AI-Agents' Google Research Agreement (2020-2025): 'Generative Modelling of Humans' Microsoft Research Grants: Focus on human-centric robotics and interactive technologies Labs & Teams: Leads the AIT Lab at ETH Zurich, which pioneers research in intelligent interactive systems, emphasizing human-centric AI and robotics. The lab collaborates on projects ranging from drone cinematography to haptic feedback systems.

• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
• 3D Human Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael J. Black is a Professor and Honorarprofessor at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Science, Department of Computer Science, and a founding Director of the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, leading the Perceiving Systems department. He holds a B.Sc. from the University of British Columbia (1985), M.S. from Stanford (1989), and Ph.D. in Computer Science from Yale (1992). His research focuses on computer vision, 3D human modeling, motion capture, and AI-driven digital humans. Key contributions include the SMPL body model, optical flow algorithms, and datasets like Middlebury Flow and Sintel. He has received major awards such as the PAMI Distinguished Researcher Award, multiple Koenderink and Longuet-Higgins Prizes, and is a member of the German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina and Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. His commercial ventures include co-founding Body Labs (acquired by Amazon) and Meshcapade, advancing 3D human generation and interaction technologies. Recent work includes markerless motion capture systems (e.g., MAMMA, PICO), 3D hair and garment synthesis, and AI tools like ChatHuman for 3D human interaction analysis. His research bridges vision, graphics, and robotics, with applications in animation, healthcare, and robotics.

Ira Kemelmacher-Shlizermanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• Generative AI
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ira Kemelmacher-Shlizerman is a Full Professor of Computer Science at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington and Director of the UW Reality Lab. She also serves as a Principal Scientist at Google, where she leads the Shopping Gen AI visuals teams focusing on Virtual Try-On, 3D, and product videos. Her research spans computer vision, computer graphics, and Generative AI, with particular contributions to virtual try-on technology, 3D modeling, and augmented reality applications. Professor Kemelmacher-Shlizerman's research interests focus on Generative AI applications in visual computing. Her work bridges the gap between theoretical computer vision and practical applications, particularly in e-commerce and virtual reality. She has made significant contributions to virtual try-on technology, 3D editing with generative models, and AI applications for shopping experiences. Her research combines deep learning with traditional computer vision techniques to solve challenging problems in image and video synthesis. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward Generative AI applications for visual shopping experiences, virtual try-on technology, and 3D content creation. The work spans multiple top conferences including CVPR, SIGGRAPH, and ICCV, with a focus on practical applications of computer vision and graphics. Her research has evolved from foundational work in face reconstruction and aging to current applications in virtual shopping and 3D content generation. Google faculty award Madrona prize GeekWire Innovation of the Year Award Covers of CACM and SIGGRAPH Best student paper honorable mention at CVPR'21 Best demo runner up MobiSys'22 Senior member of IEEE Distinguished Member of ACM Professor Kemelmacher-Shlizerman has successfully tech-transferred multiple research projects to industry. She founded Dreambit, a startup acquired by Meta, and previously built and launched the Face Movies feature at Google. She currently leads Google's Shopping Gen AI visuals teams, focusing on 10x improvements to shopping journeys. Her UW Reality Lab serves as a hub for AR/VR research with industry partnerships. She has mentored numerous PhD students who have become researchers in both academia and industry, with several publications featuring student co-authors receiving recognition at top conferences. Professor Kemelmacher-Shlizerman leads the Graphics and Imaging Laboratory (GRAIL) and the UW Reality Lab, which focuses on augmented and virtual reality research with industry partnerships including Google. The labs work on cutting-edge projects in virtual try-on, 3D modeling, and immersive experiences, bridging academic research with real-world applications.

• Computer Vision
• 3D Human Modeling
• Digital Humans
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael J. Black is a Professor and Director at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen, Germany, where he leads the Perceiving Systems department and serves as Managing Director . He is also an Honorarprofessor at the University of Tübingen 's Faculty of Science . His career spans roles at Brown University (2000-2010), Xerox PARC, and academic-industry collaborations with Amazon and Meshcapade.

Manuel Kaufmannمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• 3D Human Motion Capture
• Computer Vision
• Sensor Data Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manuel Kaufmann is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at ETH Zürich. His work focuses on advanced 3D human motion capture, sensor-based systems, and computer vision applications. He is affiliated with the Institute of Informatics (inf.ethz.ch) and contributes to research in real-time motion tracking, dataset development, and machine learning integration for human-robot interaction. Research interests include holistic human-scene reconstruction from monocular videos, gaze estimation using EEG signals, and expressive avatar creation. His projects emphasize practical applications in robotics, sports analytics, and biomedical engineering, often leveraging electromagnetic and inertial sensors for high-precision data acquisition. His publications reflect a trend toward multi-modal data fusion, real-world dataset creation (e.g., WorldPose, ARCTIC), and addressing challenges in loose garment modeling (Reloo). These efforts aim to improve markerless motion capture, crowd analysis, and human-robot collaboration. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed. He has no documented advisees, though his research may involve collaborations with students or teams. His office is located at OAT X 23, Andreasstrasse 5, Zürich, Switzerland, and contact details include a phone number and professional email.

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotic Manipulation of Deformable Objects
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Carme Torras Genís is a Research Professor at the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), affiliated with the Institute of Robotics and Industrial Informatics (IRI) in Barcelona and the Technical University of Catalonia (UPC). Her career spans over three decades, focusing on robotics, neurocomputing, and artificial intelligence with applications in healthcare and deformable object manipulation. M.Sc. in Mathematics (University of Barcelona, 1978) M.Sc. in Computer Science (University of Massachusetts, 11981) Ph.D. in Computer Science (UPC, 1984) Research Interests : Robotic manipulation of deformable objects (especially textiles) Neurocomputing and machine learning for robotic control Human-robot interaction and assistive robotics Computational topology for cloth state representation Ethics in social robotics and AI Medical applications of robotics for neuromuscular disease assessment Scientific Leadership : ERC Advanced Grant recipient (2016) IEEE and EurAI Fellow Coordinator of Horizon Europe project SoftEnable and former ERC project CLOTHILDE Editorial leadership in IEEE Transactions on Robotics and multiple journals Active in ethics committees and AI policy advisory boards Advisory Committee of Ethics in AI (Catalan Government) Vice-President of CSIC Ethics Committee Member of Royal Academy of Engineering (Spain)

Shuran Songمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• Robot Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shuran Song is an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Computer Science. Previously, she was faculty at Columbia University. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Princeton University and a BEng from HKUST. Her research focuses on the intersection of computer vision and robotics, particularly in embodied AI, robot manipulation, and sensorimotor learning. Song's work emphasizes learning from physical interactions to enable robots to perform complex tasks autonomously. She leads the Robotics and Embodied AI Lab (REAL@Stanford) and has received prestigious awards, including the NSF Career Award, Sloan Fellowship, and Microsoft Faculty Fellowship. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, Princeton University; BEng, HKUST Affiliations: Stanford School of Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering Research interests include deformable object manipulation, visuomotor policy learning, and generalizable robot skills. Her lab develops algorithms for robots to learn through interaction, with applications in household assistance (e.g., TidyBot) and industrial automation. Notable contributions include the TossingBot and Diffusion Policy frameworks. Publications span robotics, computer vision, and AI conferences (RSS, ICRA, CVPR), focusing on policy learning, deformable object handling, and embodied intelligence. Awards highlight her impact in advancing robot learning and perception. Advises doctoral and master's students in robotics and AI, and collaborates on grants from NSF, DoD, and industry partners. Teaches courses on robot perception and embodied AI at Stanford.

Fernando De la Torreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fernando De la Torre is a Courtesy Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, with an affiliation to the Robotics Institute where he has been a research faculty member since 2005. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from Ramon Llull University (2002). His research focuses on machine learning and computer vision, with applications in human health, augmented/virtual reality, generative models, and data-centric methodologies. He directs the Human Sensing Laboratory, which explores technologies for human behavior analysis and health monitoring. Notable contributions include founding FacioMetrics LLC (acquired by Meta), advancing facial recognition and 3D human digitization, and developing frameworks for robust visual models. His work bridges theory and practice, with over 225 peer-reviewed publications and editorial roles, including Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence. Recent research trends emphasize generative AI applications in satellite imagery analysis, VR/AR rendering optimizations (e.g., Gaussian splatting), and clinical motion recognition for healthcare. His projects often intersect with industry, addressing challenges in wearable health monitoring and immersive technologies. His lab collaborations span academia and industry, focusing on scalable solutions for 3D human modeling, adversarial robustness, and multimodal data fusion. Key achievements include pioneering work on 3D face animation from speech and garment reconstruction from single images.

Xiaohu Guoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xiaohu Guo is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Texas at Dallas specializing in computer graphics, computer vision, and geometric modeling. His research develops algorithms for 3D/4D reconstruction, virtual reality, medical imaging, and physics-based simulations. Professor Guo has received significant recognition including a Best Paper Award at SIGGRAPH (2023) and an NSF CAREER Award (2012). His current research focuses on dynamic human capture, deformable models, and medical image computation. Education: PhD, Stony Brook University MS, Stony Brook University BS, University of Science and Technology of China Research Funding: Recently secured a $500,000 NSF grant for developing open-source 4D reconstruction frameworks for real-time dynamic human capture (2021). Editorial Roles: Serves on editorial boards of Graphical Models , Computer Animation and Virtual Worlds , and IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics .

Ming Linمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• AI and Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ming Lin is a Distinguished University Professor at the University of Maryland, College Park, holding joint appointments in Computer Science (Department of Computer Science), the Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS), Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), and the Maryland Robotics Center. She holds the Dr. Barry Mersky and Capital One E-Nnovate Endowed Professorships. Her research focuses on physically-based modeling, virtual environments, haptics, robotics, and AI applications in healthcare and urban computing. Education: Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences from UC Berkeley. She previously spent 20 years at UNC Chapel Hill before joining UMD in 2018. Research interests include collision detection algorithms (e.g., Lin-Canny algorithm), real-time physics simulation, virtual/augmented reality systems, and medical imaging applications. Her work has led to over 2 million downloads of her group's software tools and licenses with 60+ companies. Notable contributions include the Oculus Rift-related VR technologies and Amazon's virtual try-on system. Awards: IEEE Fellow (2012), ACM Fellow (2011), NAI Fellow (2022), and Washington Academy of Sciences Distinguished Career Award (2020). Active in professional service, she serves on the CRA Board and chairs the Committee on Widening Participation in Computing Research. Advising: Supervises 12+ PhD/Master's students. Her lab (GAMMA Group) focuses on AI-driven robotics, autonomous systems, and physically-based simulations. Key projects include traffic simulation frameworks, medical VR applications, and 3D garment modeling.

Paul Hendersonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Generative AI
• Probabilistic Machine Learning
• 3D Computer Vision
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paul Henderson is a Lecturer in Machine Learning at the School of Computing Science, University of Glasgow. He holds a BA in Mathematics (University of Cambridge, 2009), an MSc in Informatics (University of Edinburgh, 2010), and a PhD in Computer Vision (University of Edinburgh, 2018). His research focuses on generative AI, probabilistic machine learning, and minimally-supervised approaches to 3D computer vision, with applications in healthcare, computer graphics, and physical sciences. Education: PhD in Computer Vision (University of Edinburgh, 2018) MSc in Informatics (University of Edinburgh, 2010) BA in Mathematics (University of Cambridge, 2009) His work spans generative models, medical imaging, and robotics. Notable contributions include datasets like Flat’n’Fold and techniques in diffusion models for text-to-image retrieval. He has received grants including the Royal Society Research Grant (2022-2023) and the Vesuvius Challenge Autosegmentation Prize (2025). He supervises PhD students in topics such as medical image segmentation and generative AI. Teaching: CS5002 Advanced Programming, CS4061/CS5014 Machine Learning.

Emily Whitingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Graphics
• Computational Fabrication
• Architectural Geometry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emily Whiting is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Boston University and Director of the Shape Design & Computation Lab. She also serves as Director of PhD Admissions and Co-Director of the BU Computer Graphics Lab. Her research focuses on computational fabrication, architectural geometry, and computer-aided design, bridging digital geometry processing, engineering mechanics, and rapid prototyping. She holds a PhD from MIT (2012), an SM in Design & Computation from MIT (2006), and a BASc in Engineering Science from the University of Toronto (2004). Previously, she was faculty at Dartmouth and a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow at ETH Zurich. Her research interests include 3D printing optimization, structural design for fabrication, and tools for functionally-valid object creation. Notable projects include work on elastic garments, climbing experience replication, and print-wind instrument design. Her work has been featured on TEDx and PBS NOVA, and she has received awards such as the NSF CAREER Award and Sloan Research Fellowship. Education: PhD (MIT), SM (MIT), BASc (University of Toronto) Labs: Shape Design & Computation Lab, BU Computer Graphics Lab Key Projects: Knitting 4D garments, Environment-Scale Fabrication, Thermal-comfort casts Recent professional activities include program committee roles at SIGGRAPH 2025 and UIST 2024, and serving as Program Co-Chair for Pacific Graphics 2024. She advises a team of PhD and MS students, with alumni now in academia and tech industries.

David E. Breenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Image Informatics
• Geometric Modeling
• Textile Modeling and Design
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

David E. Breen is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science within the College of Computing & Informatics (CCI) at Drexel University. He leads the Geometric Biomedical Computing Group and is affiliated with the Metadata Research Center and the Center for Biological Discovery from Big Data. His research spans interdisciplinary domains including biomedical image informatics, geometric modeling, textile modeling, and bio-inspired self-organization algorithms. Education: PhD, Computer and Systems Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute MS, Computer and Systems Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute BA, Physics, Colgate University His research interests focus on computational methods for biomedical applications, including shape and image analysis for cancer diagnosis, 3D reconstruction of biological tissues, and video analysis of animal behavior. He also investigates geometric modeling techniques for textiles and self-organizing systems. His work integrates computer science with biology, medicine, and engineering to solve complex problems in biomedical computing. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in computational modeling of textiles, biomedical image informatics, and AI-driven data analysis. Key themes include geometric modeling of knitted fabrics, deep learning for medical image classification, agent-based modeling of cancer metastasis, and metadata generation for biological image collections. His work bridges fundamental geometric algorithms with practical applications in healthcare and digital archives. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the provided text. Breen has advised numerous students and collaborators across multiple domains, particularly in biomedical computing and textile modeling. His research has been supported through affiliations with major centers and collaborations with institutions such as Johns Hopkins University and the Max Planck Institute. He has been involved in projects related to NSF Center for Visual & Decision Informatics and has contributed to over 100 technical publications. He leads the Geometric Biomedical Computing Group , which conducts research at the intersection of biology, medicine, engineering, and computer science. The group develops algorithms and software for geometry-related computing problems in biomedical applications. Collaborations include the Drexel Integrated Laboratory for Cellular Tissue Engineering, Dr. Dan Marenda's Lab, and Dr. Aleister Saunder's Lab in Drexel's Biology Department.

Alla Shefferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geometry Processing
• Computer Graphics
• Discrete Geometry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alla Sheffer is a Professor and Associate Head of Faculty Affairs in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Science. She is affiliated with multiple research centers including CAIDA (Centre for Artificial Intelligence Decision-making and Action), the Institute of Applied Mathematics, and ICICS (Institute for Computing, Information and Cognitive Systems). B.Sc., Hebrew University, Jerusalem (1991) M.Sc., Hebrew University, Jerusalem (1995) Ph.D., Hebrew University, Jerusalem (1999) Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1999-2001) Assistant Professor, Technion, Israel (2001-2003) Assistant Professor, University of British Columbia (2003-2008) Associate Professor, University of British Columbia (2008-present) Professor Sheffer's research focuses on geometry processing, addressing algorithmic challenges in digital shape modeling and manipulation. Her work primarily deals with discrete geometry representations, specifically meshes (polygonal model representations), with applications in computer graphics and computer-aided engineering. She utilizes tools from computational and differential geometry, discrete mathematics, and graph theory to generate, manipulate, and edit discrete geometric models. Her research spans virtual and augmented reality, visual computing, and 3D modeling, with significant contributions to sketch-based modeling, mesh processing, and cloth simulation. The 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent research trajectory in geometry processing, with recent work focusing on vector sketch processing, VR drawing tools, and advanced mesh manipulation techniques. Her work demonstrates a strong connection between human perception and computational methods, particularly in the interpretation of freehand sketches and the generation of perceptually-accurate geometric representations. The recurring themes across her publications include flowlines, curve networks, mesh parameterization, and the application of perceptual studies to improve algorithmic outputs. Eurographics Fellow ACM Fellow IEEE Fellow Royal Society of Canada Fellow SIGGRAPH Academy Member UBC Killam Research Prize NSERC Discovery Accelerator Supplement IBM Faculty Award Professor Sheffer has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, with recent theses focusing on geometric mesh processing, vector sketch interpretation, VR drawing tools, and garment modeling. Her research group maintains strong connections with industry through various partnerships and has received substantial grant funding to support their innovative work in geometry processing and computer graphics. She teaches courses in computer graphics, geometric modeling, and video game programming, contributing significantly to both undergraduate and graduate education in computer science.