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Gierad Laput is a Senior Engineering Manager at Apple, leading the Perception and Interaction Engineering organization under Machine Intelligence Neural Design (MIND) at Apple AI/ML (AIML). He is also an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science and Human-Computer Interaction Institute. His research sits at the intersection of sensing systems, interactive technologies, and machine learning, with applications in ambient intelligence, wearables, and AI-driven interactive experiences. Ph.D. in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University Founding member of CMU's Future Interfaces Group Former Google Ph.D. Fellow, Disney Imagineer, and recipient of 10 Best Paper Awards/Nominations His research agenda at Apple leverages cutting-edge hardware to develop multimodal ML systems for vision, audio, and motion sensors, enabling features like head gesture detection for AirPods, Apple Intelligence integrations, and health monitoring tools. Recent collaborative projects include Vision Pro hand interaction systems and WatchOS updates for cycling/fall detection. Key research areas include human-computer interaction , machine learning for sensor fusion , and smart environment sensing . Over 35 publications cover transformative technologies like ViBand (bio-acoustic sensing), EM-Sense (touch recognition), SkinTrack (arm as touchpad), and ElectroDermis (stretchable electronics). Scientific honors include: Fast Company Innovation by Design Award (2017) Google PhD Fellowship (2018) Swartz Entrepreneurial Fellowship (2018) Best Paper Awards at ACM UIST (2016) and ACM CHI (2015) As an educator, he has taught courses at CMU and the University of Michigan on on-device machine learning , signal processing , and human-centered design . His lab has mentored numerous researchers now pursuing PhDs at MIT, UW, CMU, and Northwestern.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• Sensing Systems
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David Lindlbauer is an Assistant Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII), where he leads the Augmented Perception Lab and co-directs the CMU Extended Reality Technology Center. His research focuses on advancing Mixed Reality (MR) and Extended Reality (XR) interfaces through computational interaction methods that optimize spatial, temporal, and multimodal feedback.

• Mixed Reality
• Computational Interaction
• Extended Reality (XR)
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Dina El-Zanfaly serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Design at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), where she directs the hyperSENSE: Embodied Computations Lab. Her work bridges computational design and human-centered interaction, focusing on how physicality shapes sensory experiences and cognitive processes through intelligent systems. Education: PhD in Design and Computation, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Master of Science in Design and Computation, MIT (Fulbright scholar) Her research critically examines computational methods for augmenting sensory perception, with emphasis on embodied sense-making in hybrid environments. She investigates co-creative interactions between humans and intelligent systems, exploring how computational tools empower designers and non-designers to shape products, social spaces, and interconnected technologies. Key questions address mutual learning between humans and machines through improvisation and creative production. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in mixed reality interfaces, AI-augmented skill acquisition (particularly in crafts and welding), and tangible co-creation with generative AI. Her work consistently integrates physical computing with mindfulness applications and privacy-aware smart environments, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach across education, manufacturing, and therapeutic contexts. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Scholarship As lab director, El-Zanfaly mentors students in computational making and embodied interaction projects. Her research is supported through initiatives like Fab Lab Egypt and collaborations with MIT, where she co-founded the Computational Making Group. She chairs major conferences including Fab15 in Egypt and serves on the DESFORUM program committee, indicating significant leadership in maker education and design research communities. She founded and leads the hyperSENSE Lab at CMU, which investigates computational embodiment through projects like Origami Sensei and Sand-in-the-loop. Previously, she co-established the Computational Making Group at MIT and co-founded Fab Lab Egypt (the first community maker space in North Africa/Arab world), demonstrating sustained commitment to global maker ecosystems and interdisciplinary team building.

• Computational Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Embodied Interaction
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Xu Zhang is an Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. He directs the Zhang Lab, focusing on atomically precise 2D materials (e.g., graphene, tellurium) for nanoelectronic/photonic devices in computing, sensing, energy, and healthcare. His research bridges metamaterials, neuromorphic systems, and scalable nanofabrication. Zhang holds a PhD from MIT and BS from USTC, with honors including MIT Technology Review's Innovators Under 35 (2022), NSF CAREER Award (2023), and multiple MIT fellowships. His group's recent work demonstrates programmable mid-infrared metasurfaces, high-mobility tellurium photodiodes, and kirigami-actuated optical systems for biomedical imaging and AR/VR. Advisees include Kevin St. Luce, Yibai Zhong, and Tianyi Huang. Zhang has secured research funding from NSF and industry partners.

• Nanoelectronics
• Nanophotonics
• 2D Materials
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Yang Zhang is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department at UCLA, leading the Human-Centered Computing and Intelligent Sensing Lab (HiLab). His research focuses on enhancing ambient computing through novel sensing technologies and energy-harvesting systems, advancing IoT, assistive technologies, and sustainable intelligence. He earned his PhD from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with prior work at Microsoft Research and Disney Research. Research Interests: His work spans wearable computing, ubiquitous sensing, and hardware prototyping. Key areas include self-powered sensors (e.g., Sozu), laser-based environment sensing (Vibrosight), and body-centric interfaces (SkinTrack, ActiTouch). He emphasizes practical, inclusive, and energy-efficient solutions. Awards & Recognition: CHI Best Paper (2020: Wireality) CHI Best Paper (2018: Wall++) Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship (2017) Multiple Honorable Mentions at CHI/UIST Teaching: Courses include Circuit Theory, Engineer Interactive Systems, and Electrical & Electronic Circuits. Labs & Teams: Directs the HiLab, collaborating on projects like OptoSense, MorphingCircuit, and Wireality. His lab emphasizes cross-disciplinary innovation at the intersection of hardware and human-computer interaction.

• Human-Centered Computing
• Ambient Computing
• Sensing Technologies
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Lisa Porter is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University and serves as the Associate Dean for Faculty and Graduate Affairs in the College of Engineering. Her work spans semiconductor research, outreach initiatives, and academic leadership. Education : Ph.D. (1994) and B.S. (1989) in Materials Science and Engineering from N.C. State University and Cornell University, respectively. Porter’s research focuses on wide band gap semiconductors , particularly gallium oxide, with emphasis on phase stability, contact engineering, and energy-efficient device applications. Her work addresses challenges in thermal conductivity, dielectric responses, and defect dynamics for power electronics and photodetectors. Recent publications highlight advancements in gallium oxide polymorphs, contact metallization, and phase transformations under thermal stress. These studies leverage in situ microscopy and computational modeling to optimize semiconductor performance. Scientific Awards : AVS Fellow (2021), Philbrook Prize (2012), NSF Career Award (1999-2004), National Swedish Foundation Visiting Professorship (2000-2002).

• Electronic Materials
• Emerging Energy Technologies
• Industrial Decarbonization and Efficiency
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