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Yaser Sheikh is an Associate Professor at the Robotics Institute of Carnegie Mellon University (on leave) and Director of the Facebook Reality Lab, Pittsburgh . He holds appointments in the Mechanical Engineering Department and focuses on ' metric telepresence ' for AR/VR interactions. His research spans machine perception , computer vision , computer graphics , and machine learning , with applications in social behavior modeling and dynamic 3D reconstruction. University: Carnegie Mellon University Roles: Associate Professor (Robotics Institute), Director (Facebook Reality Lab) Contact: yaser@cs.cmu.edu, yasers@fb.com Research Interests include: Computer Vision: Pose estimation, 3D reconstruction, camera calibration Computer Graphics: Face/Hand animation, photorealistic rendering Machine Learning: Neural rendering, unsupervised learning for landmark detection AR/VR: Telepresence, immersive social interactions Notable Trends in Publications reveal a focus on real-time pose estimation (e.g., OpenPose), dynamic 3D reconstruction , and codec avatars for VR/AR. Recent works emphasize universal priors and neural rendering for photorealistic avatars. Scientific Awards include: Popular Science’s Best of What’s New Award Honda Initiation Award (2010) Best Paper Awards: WACV (2012), SCA (2010), ICCV THEMIS (2009) Hillman Fellowship for Excellence in Computer Science Research (2004) Advising and Grants: He has advised numerous PhD students (e.g., Hanbyul Joo, Tomas Simon) and received funding from the National Science Foundation , DARPA, and industry partners like Intel , Disney , and Honda . Labs & Teams: Leads the Facebook Reality Lab in Pittsburgh, collaborating with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and Disney Research.

• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
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Chris Harrison is an Associate Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science, directing the Future Interfaces Group . His research focuses on novel human-computer interaction technologies, including haptics, AR/VR/XR, and ubiquitous computing. Research Interests: Ubiquitous Computing, Human-Centered AI, Physical Interfaces (Sensing, Haptics, Fabrication), AR/VR/XR, Social Computing Advisees: Daehwa Kim, Nathan DeVrio, Vimal Mollyn, Vivian Shen Scientific Recognition: Forbes 30 Under 30 (Science), MIT Technology Review 35 Innovators Under 35, Smithsonian Innovator (2013), Google/Microsoft/Qualcomm Fellows Contact: chris.harrison@cs.cmu.edu His recent publications explore advanced haptic systems (Reel Feel, Fluid Reality), body-centric sensing (SkinTrack), and environment-embedded interfaces (Wall++). Current work integrates UWB/IMU fusion for pose estimation and synthetic jet haptics.

• Ubiquitous Computing
• Human-Centered AI
• Physical Interfaces
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Lorrie Faith Cranor is the Director and Bosch Distinguished Professor in Security and Privacy Technologies at the CyLab Security and Privacy Institute, and the FORE Systems University Professor of Computer Science and Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University. She also directs the CyLab Usable Privacy and Security Laboratory (CUPS) and co-directs the MSIT-Privacy Engineering master’s program. She previously served as Chief Technologist at the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and is a co-founder of Wombat Security Technologies. Carnegie Mellon University – CyLab Security and Privacy Institute School of Computer Science – Department of Computer Science College of Engineering – Department of Engineering and Public Policy PhD Program in Societal Computing Human-Computer Interaction Institute (affiliate) Heinz College (affiliate) Dr. Cranor’s research centers on usable privacy and security, privacy engineering, and technology policy. Her work spans authentication systems, privacy policies, IoT security, and human behavior in digital environments. She has pioneered research on password usability, privacy labels (e.g., 'nutrition labels' for privacy), and privacy decision-making. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates computer science, public policy, and behavioral science to create systems that are both secure and user-friendly. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on privacy interfaces, consent mechanisms, IoT security labels, and user comprehension of digital privacy. Trends include evaluating the usability of privacy controls across platforms, designing tools for developers to generate accurate privacy disclosures, and understanding user behavior in online tracking and advertising contexts. Her work frequently appears in top venues such as CHI, SOUPS, and PETS. ACM CHI Academy inductee ACM Fellow IEEE Fellow 2018 ACM CHI Social Impact Award 2018 International Association of Privacy Professionals Privacy Leadership Award 2018 IEEE Cybersecurity Award for Practice Alumni Achievement Award, McKelvey School of Engineering Top 100 Innovator under 35, Technology Review Dr. Cranor has advised numerous PhD students in interdisciplinary programs including Societal Computing, Engineering and Public Policy, and Human-Computer Interaction. Her research has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, DARPA, and industry partners. She serves on the boards of the Computing Research Association, Center for Democracy and Technology, and Electronic Privacy Information Center. She is a frequent media commentator on privacy and security issues. She leads the CyLab Usable Privacy and Security Laboratory (CUPS), a multidisciplinary research group that includes faculty and students from computer science, policy, and HCI. The lab focuses on making privacy and security systems more intuitive, effective, and user-controlled. Key projects include the Usable Privacy Policy Project, privacy nutrition labels, and the Personalized Privacy Assistant Project.

• Usable Privacy and Security
• Privacy Engineering
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Jeffrey P. Bigham is an Associate Professor at the Human-Computer Interaction Institute within the School of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University . His research spans human-computer interaction , human-AI interaction , accessibility , dialog systems , NLP , and crowdsourcing . Current PhD Students: Hamza El Alaoui, Jessica Yin Huynh, Sara Kingsley, Peya Mowar, Yi-Hao Peng, Atieh Taheri PhD Graduates: Erin Brady, Yu Zhong, Ting-Hao Huang, Anhong Guo, Cole Gleason, Prakhar Gupta, Stephanie Valencia, Kundan Krishna, Jason Wu His work is funded by Apple , Bosch , DARPA , Google , Microsoft , the National Institute of Disability Rehabilitation Research , the National Science Foundation , and Yahoo! He also holds a CMU HCII Career Development Fellowship . Selected Awards: NSF CAREER Award 2019 Best Paper at ASSETS 2021 Best Paper Nomination at CHI 2024 Best Paper Nomination at CHI 2021 Best Paper Nomination at DIS 2021

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Human-AI Interaction
• Accessibility
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Golan Levin is Professor of Electronic Art at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Art, with courtesy appointments in the School of Design, School of Architecture, School of Computer Science, and Entertainment Technology Center. From 2009 to 2022, he served as Director and Co-Director of CMU's Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry, a laboratory dedicated to supporting atypical, anti-disciplinary research at the intersection of arts, science, technology, and culture. Levin's research spans interactive art, digital fabrication, information visualization, and generative design. He explores the critical potential of visualization, generative computation for expressive form, and how abstraction connects to realities beyond language. His practice engages interactive gestural robotics, nonverbal interaction aesthetics, and tactical applications of personal digital fabrication through responsive artifacts and media provocations that highlight human-machine relationships. His publications reveal consistent innovation in real-time audiovisual systems, interactive fabrication interfaces, and pedagogic tools for artists. Key trends include slit-scan video techniques, tangible augmented-reality performance, and noise-based visualizations, demonstrating his commitment to expanding human action vocabulary through digital media while bridging artistic expression with computational systems. Levin's work has received significant recognition: Permanent collection inclusion at Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Whitney Biennial exhibition "50 Designers Shaping the Future" by Fast Company (2012) Competitive grants from National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, Creative Capital, and Rockefeller MAP Fund As an educator, Levin teaches "studio courses in computer science" on interactive art, experimental capture, and generative design, emphasizing computation as a medium for critical inquiry. His research funding from major cultural institutions supports interdisciplinary exploration at the arts-technology nexus. The Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry, which he directed for 13 years, remains a vital hub for anti-disciplinary collaboration, continuing his legacy of fostering creative agency through technology-infused artistic practice.

• Interactive Art
• Digital Fabrication
• Information Visualization
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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.

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Augmented Reality
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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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Vyas Sekar is the Tan Family Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in the Computer Science Department. He is affiliated with CyLab and co-directs the Future of Enterprise Security initiative. His research focuses on networking, cybersecurity, distributed systems, and IoT security, with an emphasis on data-driven approaches and network verification. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (2010) from CMU; B.Tech. from IIT Madras (President of India Gold Medal recipient). Professional roles include Chief Scientist at Conviva and co-founder of Rockfish Data. Research Interests: Cybersecurity, network security, software-defined networking (SDN), IoT security, DDoS defense, privacy-preserving data sharing, and network performance optimization. Recent work includes developing tools like Pigasus (FPGA-accelerated intrusion detection), Nomad (cloud side-channel mitigation), and frameworks for anomaly detection in IoT networks. Articles Trends: Recent publications address advanced threats like LLM-driven network attacks, stealthy automotive network exploits (CANDid), and optical-layer DDoS defenses. Emphasis on practical solutions (e.g., SketchPlan for telemetry, Pryde for firewall evasion detection). Awards: ACM SIGCOMM Test of Time Award (2022), IIT Madras Young Alumni Achiever Award (2022), Intel Outstanding Researcher Award (2021), and NSF CAREER Award (2016). Recognized for contributions to intrusion prevention, network security, and IoT resilience. Grants & Projects: Led NSF-funded ONSET project (optical-layer DDoS defense), CyLab's Secure IoT Initiative, and collaborations with industry partners like Intel, Facebook, and Nokia Bell Labs. Advises graduate students in cybersecurity and networking. Labs & Teams: Active contributor to CyLab, co-developer of frameworks like Lumos (hidden IoT device detection) and KalKi (IoT security platform). Engages in interdisciplinary research across CMU’s Robotics Institute and Software Engineering Institute.

• Networking
• Cybersecurity
• Network Security
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Aswin Sankaranarayanan is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) , where he leads the Image Science Lab . His research focuses on computational photography , 3D shape estimation , and novel imaging system design . He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2009) from the University of Maryland and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Rice University (2012) . Research Themes: Developing imaging systems that exploit low-dimensional signal models to overcome traditional sensing limitations Co-design of optics and processing algorithms for efficient sensing Application of non-linear signal models to high-dimensional data Advancing compressed sensing and big data processing techniques Scientific Recognition: SIGGRAPH 2023 Best Paper Award (Split-Lohmann Multifocal Displays) CVPR 2019 Best Paper Award (Fermat Paths for NLOS Reconstruction) NSF CAREER Award (2017) Dean’s Early Career Fellowship (2018-2021) Herschel Rich Invention Award (2016) Technical Contributions: His recent publications reveal expertise in non-line-of-sight shape reconstruction , VR/AR display systems , and biomedical imaging . Collaborations span institutions like University College London and University of Toronto.

• Computational Photography
• 3D Shape Estimation
• Imaging Systems
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Ken Koedinger is a University Professor at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), holding appointments in the School of Computer Science (Human-Computer Interaction Institute) and the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences (Department of Psychology). He is the co-founder of Carnegie Learning, Inc., and directs the LearnLab, now the scientific arm of CMU’s Simon Initiative. His research focuses on cognitive modeling, intelligent tutoring systems, and the science of learning. Dr. Koedinger has over 250 peer-reviewed publications and has been awarded prestigious titles such as the Hillman Professorship of Computer Science and Fellow of the Cognitive Science Society. Education: Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology (CMU, 1990), M.S. in Computer Science (University of Wisconsin, 1986). Prior to academia, he taught in an urban high school, informing his interdisciplinary approach to education research. Research Interests: Cognitive modeling, educational technology, learning analytics, and the integration of AI into learning systems. Key projects include Cognitive Tutors, LearnLab, and the Pittsburgh Science of Learning Center. Awards: Over 30 grants from NSF, Department of Education, and private foundations, including major contributions to K-12 math education and AI-driven personalized learning. Advising: Supervised over 30 graduate students, many now leading roles in academia and industry. Current students focus on AI ethics, scalable education, and mixed-reality learning.

• Cognitive Science
• Educational Technology
• Intelligent Tutoring Systems
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Mahadev Satyanarayanan is the Jaime Carbonell University Professor of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. His multi-decade research focuses on performance, scalability, availability, and trust in distributed systems spanning cloud to mobile edge computing. He pioneered foundational concepts in mobile computing and Edge Computing through his seminal work on VM-based cloudlets. His current research explores cloudlet-based Edge Computing for latency-sensitive applications, wearable cognitive assistance systems integrating augmented reality, and edge-based machine learning frameworks for efficient training data discovery. He collaborates with Dan Siewiorek, Martial Hebert, and Bobby Klatzky on transformative applications. Dr. Satyanarayanan received his PhD from Carnegie Mellon University after completing Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. His honors include ACM and IEEE Fellowships recognizing his contributions to distributed systems and mobile computing. ACM Fellow IEEE Fellow

• Mobile and Pervasive Computing
• Distributed Systems
• Security and Privacy
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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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Joshua D. Bard is an Associate Professor and Associate Head for Design Research at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Architecture. His work bridges traditional craft and cutting-edge robotics, focusing on human-machine collaboration in construction domains. He leads Archolab, an award-winning research group exploring digital fabrication methods like 'Morphfaux' (robotic plaster techniques) and 'Spring Back' (parametric steam bending). Education: M.Arch (Distinction) from University of Michigan; B.A. in Literature & Philosophy from Wheaton College. Professional affiliations include the Manufacturing Futures Institute and rob|arch. Research emphasizes reviving historical crafts through digital tools, such as augmented reality interfaces for architectural education and thermal-tuned concrete panels via robotic processes. His teaching includes generative modeling and architectural robotics labs. Awards: Architect Magazine R+D Award, Canadian Wood Council Merit Award Key Projects: Plaster ReCast AR app, Thermally Informed Robotic Concrete Panels Collaborators: Dana Cupkova, Garth Zeglin, Steven Mankouche Current courses include 62-225 Generative Modeling and 48-555 Introduction to Architectural Robotics. His work is featured in venues like the Carnegie Museum of Art and academic journals like International Journal of Architectural Computing .

• Robotic Fabrication
• Architectural Design
• Human-Machine Collaboration
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Karan Ahuja is the Lisa Wissner-Slivka & Benjamin Slivka Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Northwestern University, directing the Sensing, Perception, Interactive Computing & Experiences (SPICE) Lab. He earned his Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction from Carnegie Mellon University (2023) and a B.Tech. in Computer Science (2017). His research focuses on creating technologies that sense and understand human behavior, with applications in mobile health, extended reality, and natural user interfaces. Key projects include LemurDx for ADHD diagnosis, EITPose for wearable hand pose tracking, and MobilePoser for full-body pose estimation via consumer IMUs. Awards include Forbes 30 Under 30 (2024), MIT 35 Innovators Under 35 Asia Pacific, and ACM SIGCHI's Outstanding Dissertation Award. He has worked at Google, Apple, Microsoft Research, Meta Reality Labs, and IBM Research. His lab emphasizes real-world deployments, with technologies licensed and integrated into products used by millions. Prospective students are invited to join his lab at Northwestern via a dedicated application form. Research spans embedded systems, computer vision, and on-device ML, with a focus on impactful applications in healthcare and XR.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Mobile Health Sensing
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Minchen Li Assistant Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science (Computer Science Department). Formerly an Assistant Adjunct Professor at UCLA's Mathematics Department. Holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania's SIG Center for Computer Graphics, followed by a postdoctoral position there. Research focuses on physics-based simulation, integrating numerical analysis, high-performance computing, and machine learning. Notable contributions include the IPC method for frictional contact simulation and large-scale material point methods. Education Ph.D., Computer and Information Science, University of Pennsylvania (2020) M.Sc., Computer Science, University of British Columbia (2018) B.Eng., Computer Science and Technology, Zhejiang University (2015) Research Interests Advances in physical simulation for visual computing, robotics, and manufacturing. Specializes in robust and efficient methods for solid/fluid dynamics, contact modeling, and GPU acceleration. Combines numerical analysis with machine learning to address challenges in simulation accuracy and versatility. Awards 2021 ACM SIGGRAPH Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award 2024 SCA Early Career Researcher Award Advising & Labs Leads the Simulation Intelligence Group (SIG) at CMU Graphics Lab. Advises PhD students Guying Lin, Juntian Zheng, Michael Liu, and Zhaofeng Luo. Collaborates with industry and academic partners on projects like VR-based modeling systems and scalable simulation frameworks.

• Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
• Robotics
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