جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Maneesh Agrawalaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Visualization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maneesh Agrawala is the Forest Baskett Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Brown Institute for Media Innovation at Stanford University. He is also a consulting AI Scientist at Roblox. His research lies at the intersection of computer graphics, human-computer interaction (HCI), and visualization, with a focus on cognitive design principles for improving audio/visual media. He leads a vibrant research group and has advised numerous PhD students and postdocs. His research interests include: Computer Graphics Human-Computer Interaction Visualization and Visual Communication Cognitive Design Principles Generative AI and Diffusion Models Interactive Video and Sketch-based Interfaces Data and Information Visualization His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong trend toward leveraging generative models—particularly diffusion models—for video and image synthesis, editing, and personalization. Key themes include controllable generation (e.g., SparseCtrl, ControlNet), sketch-to-image translation, relightable texturing, and tools that enhance visual storytelling and data communication. His work integrates cognitive science with computational tools to build systems that support human creativity and understanding. His scientific honors include: MacArthur Foundation Fellowship (2009) Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Fellowship (2007) NSF CAREER Award (2007) SIGGRAPH Significant New Researcher Award (2008) Allen Distinguished Investigator Award (2014) Induction into the SIGCHI Academy (2021) ACM Fellow (2022) Okawa Foundation Research Grant (2006) A dedicated mentor, Agrawala has advised a large cohort of students and postdocs, many of whom have gone on to influential positions in academia and industry. His lab develops tools for video editing (e.g., AnimateDiff, ControlNet), sketch-based design, and visualization (e.g., EmphasisChecker), often bridging theory with practical applications in media and education. He continues to be a leading figure in visual computing and interactive systems.

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Medical Image Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laura Brandolini is a Researcher at the Department of Industrial and Information Engineering, University of Pavia, where she collaborates with the Computer Vision and Multimedia Laboratory. She simultaneously serves in the university's ICT area, administering over 200 central servers including backup systems, virtualized services, and hardware infrastructure. Her educational background includes: Master in Computer Engineering (cum laude), University of Pavia, 1998 PhD in Industrial and Information Engineering, University of Pavia, 2013 Dr. Brandolini's research integrates computational topology with practical imaging applications, specializing in Reeb graph computation for 3D mesh segmentation and medical shape analysis. Her work bridges theoretical computer science with clinical neuroscience, particularly in developing topological descriptors for brain structures like the striatum. This interdisciplinary approach enables novel solutions for surface mesh processing in both industrial and medical contexts. Her 2012 publications reveal a consistent focus on computational geometry applied to medical imaging, demonstrating how Reeb graph theory can simplify complex 3D shape analysis. These works established foundational techniques for efficient mesh segmentation with applications in neuroimaging and computer-aided diagnosis systems. She has received the following recognition: Best Student Paper Award at ICPRAM 2012 Dr. Brandolini maintains active industry engagement through her PMP certification (held since 2004) and PMI-NIC involvement, while her dual roles demonstrate unique synergy between academic research and enterprise IT operations. Her current work combines server infrastructure management with advancing computer vision methodologies.

Luo Maiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Systems
• Machine Learning Systems
• Data Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luo Mai is an Assistant Professor at the University of Edinburgh's School of Informatics , with an upcoming promotion to Associate Professor (UK Reader) in August 2025. He leads the Large-Scale Machine Learning Systems Group and co-leads the UK EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Machine Learning Systems and an ARIA Project on Scaling AI Compute by 1000X . PhD in Computer Science (Imperial College London, 2018) MRes in Advanced Computing (Imperial College London, 2012) His research focuses on the intersection of computer systems , machine learning , and data management . Key contributions include award-winning systems like WaferLLM (wafer-scale LLM inference), Tenplex (elastic ML), and ServerlessLLM (serverless LLM serving), published at top venues (OSDI, SOSP, ICML, NeurIPS, JMLR). Recent publications demonstrate trends in GPU-based distributed systems , LLM optimization , and adaptive machine learning . His team has developed groundbreaking open-source projects including TensorLayer , TorchOpt , and ServerlessLLM . Awarded Microsoft Research StarTrack Scholar (2024) , secured ARIA grant (2024) with Imperial College & Cambridge University, and received Google Fellowship during PhD (2012-2016). As an educator, he designed Edinburgh's popular Machine Learning Systems course (150+ students). His group supervises multiple PhD students including Yao Fu (recognized as 2024 Rising Star in ML & Systems) and Leyang Xue .

Jonathan Boreykoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Interfacial fluid mechanics
• Biomimetic engineering
• Phase-change heat transfer
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Boreyko serves as an Associate Professor and John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow in Virginia Tech's College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research integrates fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and biomimetic engineering to develop sustainable solutions for water and energy harvesting through innovations like Fog Harps and synthetic trees. Dr. Boreyko earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Duke University (2012), following an M.S. and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Physics from Trinity College (2007). His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and faculty appointments in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics at Virginia Tech before transitioning to Mechanical Engineering. His research program centers on interfacial phenomena in micro/nano-structured materials, with core expertise in droplet dynamics, phase-change heat transfer (condensation, evaporation, boiling), and biomimetic water harvesting systems. The Nature-Inspired Fluids and Interfaces Lab examines how natural designs—from plant transpiration to insect surfaces—can inform engineered solutions for atmospheric water collection, anti-icing, and thermal management. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) biomimetic water harvesting systems (Fog Harps for atmospheric water collection), (2) thermal diodes leveraging droplet bridging for directional heat transfer, and (3) anti-clogging/anti-tangling mechanisms in fog harvesting meshes. These works consistently bridge fundamental fluid mechanics with practical sustainability applications. His scientific achievements include: John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow (2020) NSF CAREER Award for Thermal Transport Processes (2017) AFOSR Young Investigator Program Award (2016) 3M Non-Tenured Faculty Award (2016) Multiple best poster awards at APS, Gordon Research Conferences, and MRS meetings Dr. Boreyko has advised graduate students including Weiwei (Ph.D., 2020) and Viverjita (M.S., 2020), with research funded by NSF, AFOSR, and 3M. His lab maintains active collaborations with industry partners and national laboratories for technology translation. The Nature-Inspired Fluids and Interfaces Lab combines experimental fluid dynamics, materials characterization, and computational modeling to develop deployable systems. Current projects include scaling Fog Harps for real-world water harvesting, optimizing synthetic trees for passive desalination, and exploring jumping-droplet phenomena for thermal management in electronics.

Marc Olanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Graphics
• Real-Time Rendering
• Graphics Hardware
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Marc Olano is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), and serves as the Associate Dean of Academic Programs and Learning in the College of Engineering and Information Technology. He leads the Computer Science Game Development Track and co-directs the VANGOGH lab. His research focuses on interactive 3D computer graphics, programmable shading, graphics hardware, and surface appearance modeling, with contributions to foundational graphics technologies like procedural shading and normal mapping. Research Interests: Olano’s work spans real-time rendering, GPU algorithms, texture compression, and procedural shading. He has pioneered techniques such as LEAN mapping and variable bitrate texture compression, significantly impacting game development and real-time graphics. His research often explores the intersection of hardware capabilities and algorithmic innovation, with applications in medical visualization, visualization of scientific data, and haptic interaction. Key Contributions: Olano’s accomplishments include pioneering procedural shading on graphics hardware, developing homogeneous rendering techniques, and advancing normal mapping. His work on GPU-based curvature estimation and BT volumes for volume rendering exemplifies his focus on leveraging GPU parallelism for real-time visualization challenges. He has also contributed to standards in shading languages and GPU programming. Teaching & Mentorship: Olano teaches courses in computer graphics, game development, and advanced computer architecture. He mentors students in independent studies and has advised numerous MS theses exploring topics like GPU random number generation, volume rendering, and soft shadow algorithms. His students’ work often bridges theoretical research and practical GPU implementations. Labs & Projects: The VANGOGH lab under his co-direction focuses on advanced visualization and graphics research, including real-time rendering techniques, GPU algorithms, and interactive data visualization. His research collaborations span industry partners like Firaxis Games, contributing to titles such as Civilization V through texture compression innovations.

Yelva Roustanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Air Quality Modeling
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Pollutant Deposition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yelva Roustan is a Lecturer at CEREA (joint laboratory between École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées and EDF R&D) since 2005, specializing in air quality modeling . Her research focuses on multiscale modeling approaches, source-concentration relationships, and pollutant deposition processes. She teaches at the National School of Bridges and Roads, sharing knowledge from her research in atmospheric transport and environmental science. Her work addresses urban pollution challenges, including the impact of low-emission vehicles on air quality, urban tree effects, and pollutant dynamics in street networks. She has developed the MUNICH street-network model and contributed to projects like EURODELTA for multi-pollutant analysis across Europe. Her methods integrate data assimilation, inverse modeling, and Bayesian techniques to improve emission source reconstruction and model accuracy. Key contributions include studies on radioactive release scenarios (e.g., Fukushima, 106Ru event) and urban infrastructure impacts on pollution. Her research bridges atmospheric science with engineering solutions for sustainable urban environments. She holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées (2005) and an HDR in Numerical Modeling of Atmospheric Pollutants (2020).

• Antennas
• Applied Electromagnetics
• Computational Electromagnetics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Giuseppe Vecchi is a Full Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of Politecnico di Torino , Italy. He leads the Applied Electromagnetics research group and contributes to projects in computational electromagnetics, metamaterials, and biomedical applications of electromagnetic fields. He has been a IEEE Fellow since 2010 and serves on PhD college committees for Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering. Research Interests : Antennas, Applied and Computational Electromagnetics, Metamaterials, Microwave Imaging for medical applications, Nuclear Fusion Reactor Physics. Scientific Leadership : Principal Investigator for projects like METEOR, MTSA, and RESOLVED-K, focusing on terahertz generation, metasurface antennas, and real-time temperature mapping in hyperthermia. Awards : IEEE Fellow (2010), recognizing his contributions to electromagnetic simulations and antenna design. Students : Supervises PhD candidates in advanced antenna engineering, computational electromagnetics, and biomedical applications, including Owais Khan, Francesco Lattanzio, and Sara Paknezhad Panahi. Patents : Holds multiple patents in antenna diagnostics, encrypted metasurface antennas, and microwave soil disinfection systems.

James F. O'Brienمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Animation
• Physical Simulation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. James F. O'Brien is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley, affiliated with research centers including the Berkeley Artificial Intelligence Research Lab (BAIR) and the Visual Computing Lab (VCL). His research focuses on computer graphics, animation, physical simulation, and image forensics, with applications in film, gaming, and virtual reality. O'Brien pioneered destruction modeling techniques used in over 200 films and games, earning an Academy Award in 2015. He holds leadership roles in tech companies like Juice Labs and Get Klothed, and has advised on patent litigation cases. Education: PhD in Computer Science (Georgia Tech, 2000), MS (Georgia Tech, 1997), BS (Florida International University, 1992). Research Interests: Computer Animation & Simulation Image/Video Forensics Human Perception of Motion VR/AR Privacy & Motion Data Machine Learning Applications Awards: Recipient of the 2015 Academy Award for Technical Achievement, ACM Distinguished Scientist (2009), and MIT TR-35 Innovator (2004). His work spans over 50,000+ VR user studies and groundbreaking contributions to cloth simulation and destruction modeling. Current Projects: Exploring ethical implications of extended reality (XR) motion data, developing privacy-preserving VR systems, and advancing AI-driven animation techniques.

Zichun Zhongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geometric Modeling
• Computer Graphics
• 3D Computer Vision
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Dr. Zichun Zhong is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Computer Science at Wayne State University's James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Dallas and completed postdoctoral training at UT Southwestern Medical Center. His research focuses on geometric modeling, computer graphics, medical image processing, and visualization technologies. Research encompasses: Geometric modeling of surfaces and volumes 3D computer vision and reconstruction Medical image segmentation and visualization Virtual/augmented reality applications GPU-accelerated algorithms Awards and honors include NSF CAREER and CRII awards, Faculty Research Excellence Award, and Excellence in Teaching recognition. He serves as Technical Paper Chair for Shape Modeling International conferences and associate editor for multiple journals. Current doctoral advisees: Shiman Zhou, Hongbo Li, Haikuan Zhu, and Sikai Zhong. Notable alumni include researchers at Samsung NEON, Skoltech, and General Motors.

Fernando Camelliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Urban Environmental Modeling
• Contamination Dispersion Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fernando Camelli is an Associate Professor in the Physics & Astronomy Department at George Mason University, holding dual roles as Instructional Faculty and Faculty. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), urban environmental modeling, and high-performance computing. He specializes in simulating complex fluid flows in urban environments, subway systems, and industrial applications, with particular emphasis on turbulence modeling, fluid-structure interaction, and GPU-accelerated algorithms. Key research areas include: CFD for urban airflow and contamination dispersion Meshless and immersed boundary methods Integration of geographic information systems (GIS) with CFD Large-scale simulations using parallel computing His work addresses practical challenges such as subway ventilation optimization, emergency contaminant dispersion prediction, and urban infrastructure design. Recent studies emphasize scalability improvements for fluid-structure interaction simulations and GPU-based code modernization.

Zhenghao Chenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computer Vision
• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zhenghao Chen is a Lecturer in Data Science at the University of Newcastle, affiliated with the School of Information and Physical Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Sydney in 2022, following a B.Eng. H1 degree from the same institution in 2017. Prior to his current position, Dr. Chen served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Sydney (2022-2024), a Research Engineer at TikTok (2024), and as a Visiting Research Scientist at Microsoft Research and Disney Research (2022-2023). Dr. Chen's educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Sydney (2022) Bachelor of Information Technology (B.Eng. H1), University of Sydney (2017) Dr. Chen's research spans multiple domains within artificial intelligence, with particular expertise in Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, and Machine Learning. His work in Generative AI has garnered significant recognition, with applications in both academic and industrial settings. His research interests are reflected in his Fields of Research percentages: Deep Learning (30%), Computer Vision (30%), Natural Language Processing (20%), and Multimodal Analysis and Synthesis (20%). His publications in top-tier venues like CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, and journals like IEEE TPAMI demonstrate the breadth and impact of his work. Analysis of Dr. Chen's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a consistent focus on neural compression techniques, 3D perception, and multimodal AI systems. His work spans medical imaging (CXR bone suppression), video compression, point cloud processing, and neural surface reconstruction. A notable trend is his exploration of efficient AI systems that work well under resource constraints, as evidenced by his involvement in the EMCLR workshop. His research often bridges theoretical advances with practical applications across multiple domains. Dr. Chen has received several prestigious awards: Microsoft Research Asia StarTrack Fellowship (2025) ACM SIGMM Award for Outstanding PhD Thesis in Multimedia Computing (2024) Australia Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fellowship (2019) Google Australia Prize for Excellence in Computer Science (2017) Dr. Chen is actively involved in the academic community, serving on the Program Committee for major AI conferences including CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, SIGGRAPH, AAAI, and others. He also organizes workshops in Multimedia and ICCV conferences, and serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals. His teaching responsibilities include courses on Intelligent Visual Signal Understanding, Video Intelligence and Compression, Database and Information Management, and Computing Fundamentals at both the University of Sydney and University of Newcastle.

Magdalena Schreter-Fleischhackerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Mechanics
• Additive Manufacturing
• Multi-phase Flow Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Magdalena Schreter-Fleischhacker works at the Technical University of Munich within the Professorship of Simulation for Additive Manufacturing . Her research focuses on physics-based computational modeling of coupled liquid-powder-gas dynamics in metal additive manufacturing, including melt pool dynamics and powder-gas interactions . She specializes in multi-phase flow modeling using cut-element and diffuse interface methods with continuous/discontinuous Galerkin schemes . She also develops constitutive models for quasi-brittle materials like 3D printed concrete and rock, incorporating anisotropy , gradient-enhanced damage mechanics , and micropolar continua . Her computational work leverages matrix-free algorithms and parallel computing , with significant contributions to the deal.II finite element library . Research Interests Physics-based computational modeling of coupled liquid-powder-gas dynamics in additive manufacturing Multi-phase flow simulation using sharp/diffuse interface methods Advanced constitutive modeling for quasi-brittle materials (rock, soils, 3D printed concrete) High-performance computing and matrix-free algorithms Notable Contributions Development of consistent diffuse-interface models for melt-vapor dynamics Improvements to continuum surface flux models in additive manufacturing Formulation of gradient-enhanced damage-plasticity models for geological materials Principal contributor to the deal.II library (version 9.6) Supervised Student Projects Johannes Resch (2024): DG-based thermo-hydrodynamic melt pool simulations Julian Brotz (2024): DEM-FEM coupling for fluid-powder interaction Andreas Ritthaler (2024): Matrix-free cutDG formulation for complex flows Tinh Vo (2023): Laser modeling for melt pool simulations Scientific Awards ERC Starting Grant recipient

Laurent Caraffaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 3D Data Processing
• Surface Reconstruction
• Point Cloud Processing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Laurent Caraffa is a Researcher at Université Gustave Eiffel, working at the LaSTIG laboratory of IGN (National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information). His research focuses on large-scale 3D data processing, including surface reconstruction from point clouds and images, leveraging triangulated structures and implicit methods. His work also covers indexing and searching within point clouds for large-scale place recognition, with applications in urban environments and navigation systems. Caraffa's research interests span 3D Data Processing, Surface Reconstruction, Point Cloud Processing, Large-scale Place Recognition, Indexing and Retrieval, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Mathematical Optimization, 3D Mapping, and Photogrammetry in degraded conditions. His work bridges theoretical computational geometry with practical applications in geographic information systems and autonomous navigation. His publication record demonstrates significant contributions to distributed 3D processing, particularly through advancements in Delaunay triangulation, watertight surface reconstruction, and neural radiance fields. Recent work shows a clear trajectory toward more efficient and scalable methods for processing massive 3D datasets, with growing emphasis on implicit representations and learning-based approaches for 3D reconstruction. Caraffa actively participates in the scientific community through organizing events like the Big Data Day 2023 at IGN and contributing to major research projects. His work has resulted in publications in top-tier conferences including ICLR, CVPR, ISPRS, and IEEE Big Data, establishing him as a significant contributor to the field of large-scale 3D data processing. As a research supervisor, Caraffa currently co-supervises four PhD students working on projects funded by AID, Criteo, and Huawei, focusing on large-scale place recognition, implicit representations for 3D reconstruction, and 3D reconstruction in degraded conditions. He is also the co-founder of ExtraLabs, a company developing distributed computing solutions for cooperative digital twins, demonstrating the practical impact of his research.

Christophe Charrierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Image Forensics
• Video Forensics
• Biometrics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christophe Charrier is a Full Professor in Forensics and AI at Université de Caen Normandie, affiliated with GREYC UMR CNRS 6072 and IUT Grand Ouest Normandie's Multimedia and Internet Department (Dept. MMI). He obtained his PhD in Computer Science from Université Jean Monnet (Saint-Etienne) in 1998, followed by an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in 2011 from Université de Caen Normandie. His academic journey includes roles as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Université Laval (1998-2001), Associate Professor at IUT Saint-Lô (2001), and Visiting Scholar/Professor positions at University of Texas at Austin (2008) and University of Sherbrooke (2009-2011). His research focuses on Digital Image and Video Forensics (e.g., deepfake detection), Image/Video Quality Assessment , Computational Vision , and Biometrics (fingerprint quality, template update, presentation attack detection). He leads the SAFE research group since 2016 and collaborates with the E-payment & Biometrics team at GREYC. His work integrates machine learning for quality metrics, biometric system evaluation, and forensic analysis. Recent publications highlight advancements in deepfake detection , 3D mesh quality assessment , and biometric security . Articles span journals like Intelligent Service Robotics (2024), IEEE Access (2024), and conferences such as CORESA (2024) and Cyberworlds (2023-2024). His studies on fingerprint systems, behavioral biometrics, and environmental impacts on data quality underscore his interdisciplinary approach. Scientific Awards : Best PhD Paper Award (ASONAM 2022) Best Full Paper Award (CW2022) He has mentored 14 PhD students since 2003, including notable alumni like Xinwei Liu (Zhejiang Wanli University) and Antoine Cabana (ALTEN, Toulouse). His projects span biometric certification, latent space manipulation, and 3D mesh evaluation, often in collaboration with institutions in Canada, Norway, and Morocco.

Minglun Gongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Visual Computing
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Minglun Gong is a Professor and Director of the School of Computer Science at the University of Guelph (since 2019). Previously, he served as Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta (2003), M.Sc. from Tsinghua University (1997), and B.Engr. from Harbin Engineering University (1994). His research focuses on visual computing, including computer graphics, computer vision, visualization, image processing, and pattern recognition. He has authored over 150 referred papers and holds patents in the field. He is an Associate Editor for Pattern Recognition and IEEE Signal Processing Letters , and has received awards such as the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Award and multiple best paper awards. Dr. Gong has advised numerous students, including Ph.D./M.Sc. candidates and visiting scholars. His lab's recent work includes UAV path planning for urban reconstruction, image stylization techniques, and 3D human pose estimation. He actively participates in academic service, including editorial roles, conference program committees, and administrative roles at multiple institutions. His teaching spans courses in image processing, computational photography, and technical communication. He is also involved in administrative committees, such as Graduate Studies and Promotion at Memorial University. Key research contributions include advancements in transparent object modeling, underwater 3D reconstruction, and image-to-image translation. His work emphasizes practical applications in fields like medical imaging, autonomous systems, and environmental modeling.