Matthew Louis Mauriello is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the University of Delaware , where he directs the Sensify Lab . He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Maryland (2018) and completed postdoctoral work at Stanford University (School of Medicine, 2020; School of Public Policy & Environmental Engineering Department, 2019). Research interests span Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Ubiquitous Computing, and User-Centered Design with applications in: Sustainability Human-Building Interaction Wearable Technology Personal Informatics Educational Game Design Mental Health Interventions Recent publications highlight trends in stress monitoring (skin-like biosensors, workplace wellbeing), energy auditing (thermography systems), and educational technology (block-based programming tools for teachers). His work appears in ACM CHI, ACM Human-Computer Interaction, and Building and Environment. Scientific awards include: Best Paper Honorable Mention, CHI 2016 Best Paper Honorable Mention, CHI 2015 Best of WebSci'18 Teaching at University of Delaware encompasses courses like Educational Game Design Operating Systems Advanced Web Technologies Computing for Social Good with a focus on project-based learning and systems thinking.
Dr. Jimeng Sun is a Health Innovation Professor at the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science and Carle Illinois College of Medicine at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Co-founder of Keiji AI , he leads groundbreaking research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, actively deploying clinical AI systems and developing frameworks like PyHealth and Therapeutics Data Commons . His research spans four major areas: Clinical AI Systems : Developing interpretable models (e.g., RETAIN) for patient similarity, temporal event prediction, medication recommendation, and clinical outcome forecasting Drug Discovery : Creating molecular optimization frameworks, drug-target interaction models, and AI-driven platforms Clinical Trials : Pioneering patient-trial matching, outcome prediction, and optimization frameworks using deep learning and graph neural networks Biosignal Analysis : Advancing sleep staging, seizure classification, and automated EEG/Cardiac monitoring systems With over 500 top-tier publications (including in Nature , NEJM AI , and leading AI conferences) and an h-index of 99, his work has been recognized with the Top 100 AI Leaders in Drug Discovery and Advanced Healthcare award. He maintains active collaborations with institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital , Medidata Solutions , and OSF Healthcare . His recent publications reveal a strong focus on: Reinforcement learning applications in medical data analysis Large language model adaptation for clinical tasks Knowledge graph integration with AI systems Synthetic data generation for healthcare Multi-modal learning in clinical contexts Explainable AI for medical applications Dr. Sun's lab ( Sunlab ) emphasizes practical impact over theoretical work, actively collaborating with hospitals and healthtech companies. He welcomes contributions from clinicians, researchers, and industry partners through initiatives like his AI for Health webinar series .
Dr. Jiamin Li is an Associate Professor at the School of Microelectronics, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, China. She holds a Ph.D. and B.Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National University of Singapore (NUS). Her research focuses on biomedical integrated circuits, energy harvesting, and wireless body-area networks. Education: Ph.D. and B.Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from NUS Employment: Associate Professor (2024–Present), Assistant Professor (2022–2024) at SUSTech; Research Fellow at NUS Dr. Li's research addresses wireless body area powering , low-power biosignal interfaces , and intelligent biosignal processors . Her work leverages microsystem design for applications in biomedical engineering , particularly in energy-autonomous medical devices and human body-coupled communication . Her recent publications highlight advancements in concurrent power/data transmission , subharmonic pulse injection , and triboelectric energy harvesting for biomedical systems. Key venues include IEEE JSSC , Nature Electronics , and conferences like ISSCC and BioCAS. Awards: IEEE SSCS Predoctoral Achievement Award, ISSCC Best Demo Award, ASSCC SDC Best Design Award Committees: IEEE SSCS Women-in-Circuit (WiC) Committee, ISSCC Student Research Preview Committee Opportunities: Positions available for Ph.D., Master's, Postdoctoral Fellows, and Visiting Scholars
Stephen Redmond is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD), where he leads the Biomedical Sensors and Signals Research Group. He completed his Bachelor of Electronic Engineering at UCD in 2002, followed by a PhD in biosignal processing in 2006 on at-home sleep staging. After spending 10 years at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, he returned to UCD in 2018. His educational background includes: BE Electronic Engineering, University College Dublin (2002) PhD Biosignal Processing, University College Dublin (2006) Redmond's research focuses on the intersection of signal processing, pattern recognition, and novel sensing hardware to enable longitudinal health monitoring in home environments. His group has developed expertise in wearable sensor systems for human movement analysis, robust physiological signal measurement in unsupervised settings, tactile physiology and sensing, and the application of deep neural networks for medical image segmentation and robotic manipulation. His work bridges biomedical engineering with practical applications in healthcare and robotics. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating tactile sensing with machine learning for robotic applications, particularly in slip detection and dexterous manipulation. His research spans multiple disciplines including biomedical engineering, robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, with a particular emphasis on practical applications that bridge the gap between laboratory research and real-world implementation. His notable recognition includes: Science Foundation Ireland President of Ireland Future Research Leaders Award for his project on tactile sensing As a research leader, Redmond mentors multiple doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers, securing significant research funding to support his team's work in tactile sensing and robotic manipulation. His research group has established strong industry connections, notably through the co-founding of Contactile, a tactile sensor company. The group maintains active collaborations with both academic and industry partners to translate research into practical applications. The Biomedical Sensors and Signals Research Group operates a well-equipped laboratory featuring advanced robotics platforms including a UR5e six-axis arm, Physik Instrumente Hexapods, ATI force/torque sensors, multiple 3D printers, and specialized tactile sensing equipment including Contactile Dev Kits and Meta Digit tactile sensors. This infrastructure supports their research in tactile physiology, sensor development, and intelligent robotic manipulation.
Giacomo Indiveri is a dual Professor at the Faculty of Science of the University of Zurich and the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering of ETH Zurich . He serves as the Director of the Institute of Neuroinformatics at both institutions. Indiveri holds an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (1992) from the University of Genoa and a Ph.D. in Computer Science (2004) from the same university. Primary Affiliation: University of Zurich (Faculty of Science, Institute of Neuroinformatics) Secondary Affiliation: ETH Zurich (Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering) Indiveri's research bridges neuroscience , computer science , and machine learning to develop neuromorphic cognitive systems . His work focuses on spike-based learning , recurrent neural networks , and analog/digital circuit design for real-time sensory-motor systems . He integrates emerging memory technologies into fault-tolerant event-based architectures, enabling brain-inspired computing paradigms in applications like robotics and medical monitoring. His recent publications emphasize neuromorphic hardware for epileptic seizure detection , spiking neural networks in robotic painting , and scalable processors with on-chip learning . These works explore biologically plausible neurons , delay lines , and memory arrays for temporal processing, with applications in healthcare , edge computing , and adaptive control . Scientific Awards & Recognitions: 2021 IEEE Biomedical Circuits and Systems Best Paper Award Senior Member of IEEE Society ERC Fellow with three European Research Council grants Indiveri's group at the Institute of Neuroinformatics develops event-based systems for real-world validation of brain-inspired computing. His work includes multi-core processors , feedback optimizers , and dynamic routing architectures , supported by grants for advancing neuromorphic technologies .
Shrikanth (Shri) Narayanan is University Professor and Niki & C. L. Max Nikias Chair in Engineering at the University of Southern California (USC), with appointments spanning Electrical & Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Linguistics, Psychology, Neuroscience, Pediatrics, and Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. He serves as Research Director of the Information Sciences Institute and Director of the Ming Hsieh Institute. PhD in Electrical Engineering (UCLA, 1995) Engineer and MS in Electrical Engineering (UCLA, 1992 and 1990) BE in Electrical Engineering (Anna University, India, 1988) His interdisciplinary research focuses on human-centered signal processing and machine intelligence , addressing societal challenges in health, education, defense, and media arts. Key areas include: Behavioral signal processing Affective computing Multimodal signal processing Computational speech science Biomedical applications Scientific Awards : IEEE James L. Flanagan Speech and Audio Processing Award (2025) Edward J. McCluskey Technical Achievement Award (2024) ISCA Medal for Scientific Achievement (2023) Claude Shannon-Harry Nyquist Technical Achievement Award (2023) ACM ICMI Sustained Accomplishment Award (2020) USC Distinguished Faculty Service Award With over 1,000 publications and 19 patents , his work has been commercialized through startups like Behavioral Signals Technologies and Lyssn . He leads transformative university initiatives and has served in editorial roles for top journals including Computer Speech and Language and IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing .
Yasushi Sakurai is a Professor in the Department of Translational Datability at Osaka University's Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, co-leading the Sakurai and Matsubara Laboratory within the Center for Industrial Science and AI. His research mission focuses on transforming society through real-time prediction of natural and social phenomena using large-scale data analytics, with emphasis on practical technological implementation. His research spans time-series big data analysis, dynamic learning systems, and real-time information provision. Key areas include tensor stream mining, EEG-based healthcare applications, cybersecurity anomaly detection, and multi-omics cancer subtyping. The lab specializes in developing deployable technologies that optimize social activities through predictive modeling of evolving data streams. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal concentrated innovation in time-series data stream processing, with dominant themes in tensor analytics, frequency-domain forecasting, and causal modeling. His team produces high-impact work accepted at premier AI venues (ICLR, AAAI, KDD, WWW), consistently featuring oral presentations that highlight technical novelty and societal relevance. Scientific Awards: FY2024 Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award for Science and Technology (Research Category) for dynamic learning and real-time data stream analysis Professor Sakurai mentors graduate students including Naoki Chihara (DEIM2024 Outstanding Paper Award winner), Yuka Tamura (DEIM2024 Student Presentation Award winner), and Ren Fujiwara. His lab maintains active industry-academia partnerships focused on practical technology deployment, with research directly addressing real-world challenges in healthcare monitoring and cybersecurity. The Sakurai and Matsubara Laboratory operates as a dynamic research unit within Osaka University's Center for Industrial Science and AI, structured around specialized teams for tensor stream analysis, medical data mining, and network dynamics. Current projects emphasize real-time prediction systems with immediate societal applications, supported by strong industry collaboration frameworks.
W. Hong Yeo is a Professor in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering and Program Faculty in Bioengineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he also directs the WISH Center. He holds adjunct appointments in the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (2014-2016) and a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Beckman Institute. Dr. Yeo's research integrates nanomechanics, soft materials, and nano-microfabrication to develop bio-interfaced systems. Key areas include: Flexible Bioelectronics : Wearable/implantable sensors for health monitoring Human-Machine Interfaces : Neural prosthetics and soft robotics Translational Nanoengineering : Nanoparticle biosensing and diagnostics His publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on wireless health technologies, including multi-modal wearable systems, implantable sensors for cardiovascular/neurological monitoring, and AI-integrated diagnostics. Trends show increasing emphasis on closed-loop therapeutic systems and scalable manufacturing. Awards & Recognition : BMES Innovation and Career Development Award Virginia Commercialization Award Blavatnik Award Nominee NSF Summer Institute Fellowship Research funding sources include MEDARVA Foundation, NIH, DARPA, and industry partners like CooperVision. He leads the Center for Human-Centric Interfaces & Engineering , developing next-generation bio-interfaced systems.
Susana Paton Alvarez is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronic Technology within the College of Engineering at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. She is affiliated with the Microelectronic Design and Applications (DMA) research group and the University Institute on Gender Studies . Her contact information includes email addresses susana.paton@uc3m.es and spaton@ing.uc3m.es , and her office is located at 1.2.C06 - Agustin De Betancourt in Leganés. Her research focuses on analog and mixed-signal circuit design , with a particular emphasis on capacitance-to-digital converters , voltage-controlled oscillators (VCO) , and biomedical sensors . Recent work includes advancements in time-encoded sensors for physiological monitoring and noise analysis in multi-bit SigmaDelta modulators. She also explores applications in flexible electronics and edge computing for biosignal acquisition. Notable publications include contributions to IEEE Sensors Letters , IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II , and IEEE Sensors Journal , reflecting her expertise in microelectronic design and biomedical engineering. Her research often bridges theoretical circuit analysis with practical implementations in nanometer CMOS technologies. Dr. Paton Alvarez actively participates in collaborative projects and conferences, such as Modularos and Short Range Wireless Front-Ends initiatives. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her publications highlight sustained contributions to the field of analog and biomedical circuit design. Her academic roles include teaching Computer Science and Electronics subjects. She is involved in the University Institute on Gender Studies , indicating an interest in interdisciplinary research or outreach in gender-related academic issues.
Mikkel N. Schmidt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on statistical modeling, Bayesian methods, and their applications in science and industry. He has held visiting roles at Columbia University (2007) and Cambridge University (2008-2009). His work integrates probabilistic modeling with computational inference to address complex problems in diverse fields such as molecular discovery, optical communication, and brain connectivity analysis. Education highlights include visiting scholar and postdoctoral experiences at top-tier institutions. Research interests span statistical methodology development, machine learning applications, and interdisciplinary problem-solving. Current projects involve Bayesian neural networks for molecular discovery and federated learning optimization. Advising efforts include supervising multiple PhD students in areas like molecular discovery and denoising diffusion models. Notable collaborations involve work on materials science, quantum communication, and medical signal processing. His contributions bridge theoretical advancements with practical industrial applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.
Dr. rer. nat. Thomas Hermann is a faculty member at Bielefeld University's Faculty of Engineering, leading the Ambient Intelligence Group and coordinating the Computer Science program. He specializes in sonification, auditory data science, and smart environments. Head of Ambient Intelligence Working Group Computer Science Program Coordinator Member of multiple academic advisory boards His research focuses on interactive sonification for biomedical applications, quantum systems, and smart environments. Key projects include ECG sonification for cardiac diagnosis, real-time auditory feedback in swimming, and sonic interfaces for AR cooperation. Recent publications span 2025 with Python-based sonification tools ( pya AGen ), quantum system sonification, and ST-elevation myocardial infarction monitoring. He contributes to open-access supplementary materials and interdisciplinary workshops. As a researcher , Hermann develops practical sonification frameworks like Panson for facial behavior analysis, CardioScope for portable ECG monitoring, and Base Cube One for smart environments. His work bridges academic research with industry applications.
Donald Lie is a Professor and the Keh-Shew Lu Regents Chair in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas Tech University's Whitacre College of Engineering. His research focuses on low-power RF/analog integrated circuits, System-on-a-Chip (SoC) design, and interdisciplinary applications in medical electronics, biosensors, and biosignal processing. PhD, Electrical Engineering, California Institute of Technology (1995) MS, Electrical Engineering, California Institute of Technology (1990) BS, Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan University (1987) Donald Lie's research bridges RF/analog circuit design with biomedical engineering, emphasizing millimeter-wave power amplifiers for 5G systems and non-contact vital signs monitoring using software-defined radio (SDR). His work explores CMOS FD-SOI, GaN HEMTs, and SiGe technologies for high-efficiency, linear RF front-end modules and wearable biosensors. His 15 most recent publications focus on 5G communication systems , millimeter-wave power amplifier design in CMOS FD-SOI and GaN , digital predistortion techniques, and non-contact biosensors . These works highlight advancements in wideband amplifiers for 5G FR2 bands and wireless power transfer for medical devices. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (2017) Excellent Paper Award Winner (2019) Best Student Poster Paper Award Winner (2019) Donald Lie has secured NSF Student Travel Grants for conferences like RFIC 2022 and 2020. He leads the RF/Analog System-on-a-Chip (SoC) Design Lab , which develops innovative solutions for 5G RF front-ends and biomedical sensing systems.
Professor Dario Farina is Chair in Neurorehabilitation Engineering at the Department of Bioengineering, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. He has previously served as Full Professor at Aalborg University, Denmark, and at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany, where he founded and directed the Institute of Neurorehabilitation Systems. His research spans biomedical signal processing, neural control of movement, and neurorehabilitation technology, with extensive contributions to electromyography, motor unit analysis, and neural interfaces. Chair in Neurorehabilitation Engineering, Imperial College London Former Full Professor, Aalborg University and University Medical Center Göttingen Founder and Director, Institute of Neurorehabilitation Systems Key Affiliations: Centre for Neurotechnology, Artificial Intelligence Network, Robotics Forum, Neuromechanics and Rehabilitation Technology His research focuses on biomedical signal processing , neural control of movement , and neurorehabilitation technology . He investigates how neural signals control muscles, develops methods to decode motor unit activity from EMG, and designs neural interfaces for prosthetics and rehabilitation. His work integrates computational modeling, signal processing, and clinical applications to improve bionic systems and neurorehabilitation outcomes. The recent publications (2024–2025) show a strong emphasis on high-density EMG , real-time motor unit decomposition , peripheral and cortical neural interfacing , closed-loop control systems , and AI-driven biosignal analysis . Key themes include decoding spinal and cortical signals, improving prosthetic control, understanding tremor mechanisms, and developing open-source tools for motor unit analysis. The work bridges neuroscience, engineering, and clinical practice. Scientific awards and honors include: Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award (2016) IEEE EMBS Early Career Achievement Award (2010) Nightingale Prize for best paper in MBEC (2007) Elected Fellow of EAMBES (2016) Elected Fellow of AIMBE (2012) Professor Farina has advised numerous researchers and students in neuroengineering and rehabilitation technology. He has led major research grants in neural interfaces and neurorehabilitation. He is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology , an editor for IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering and The Journal of Physiology , and has held editorial roles in multiple journals. He was President of ISEK (2012–2014) and is a Senior Member of IEEE. He leads a research group focused on neuromechanics, neural decoding, and bionic systems. The team develops tools like I-Spin live and MUedit for real-time motor unit identification and contributes to open-source platforms such as NeuroMotion . The lab collaborates internationally on projects involving spinal cord stimulation, prosthetic control, and wearable robotics, aiming to translate neural engineering advances into clinical rehabilitation.
Professor Clinton Fookes is a faculty member at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) within the School of Electrical Engineering & Robotics . His research focuses on leveraging computer vision and artificial intelligence to develop automated systems that understand, anticipate, and interact with human behaviors, with applications in medical diagnostics, autonomous vehicles, defense, and industrial efficiency . Research areas include AI adaptability, multimodal biosignal analysis, and human-machine interaction Collaborates with CSIRO Data61, Defence Science and Technology Group, Orica, Airbus, and Sentient Vision Systems Develops systems for human action detection, infrastructure monitoring, and stress response prediction His work addresses critical challenges in AI deployment, such as environmental adaptability and reducing diagnostic errors in medical and autonomous systems. Recent publications highlight trends in self-supervised learning, zero-shot knowledge transfer, multimodal integration , and 3D reconstruction for healthcare , while exploring ethical AI use in sectors like mining and defense . Professor Fookes emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging engineering, medicine, and social sciences to advance AI systems capable of real-world impact. His research agenda includes improving AI memory capabilities and explainability for safer, more reliable automation.
Courtney N. Reed is a Lecturer in Digital Technologies at Loughborough University London, where she joined in November 2023. She maintains a dual role as a visiting research fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics. Her academic journey includes a BMus in Electronic Production and Design from Berklee College of Music (2016), followed by an MSc (2018) and PhD (2023) in Computer Science from Queen Mary University of London. Prior to her current position, she completed postdoctoral research at both the Max Planck Institute for Informatics and King's College London. Bachelor of Music: Electronic Production and Design, Berklee College of Music (2016) Master of Science: Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London (2018) Doctor of Philosophy: Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London (2023) Dr. Reed's research explores the entangled relationships between humans, bodies, instruments, and technology in music interaction, with particular focus on vocal electromyography (VoxEMG) and the vocalist-voice relationship. Her work incorporates feminist and post-human theories to examine sociopolitical contexts within arts technology, aiming to design for creativity while acknowledging individual, messy bodies in artistic practice. She has developed an open-source platform for vocal electromyography to investigate how biosignal feedback changes understanding and perception of the body in vocal performance. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges music technology, human-computer interaction, and embodied interaction studies. Analysis of Dr. Reed's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on embodied interaction in music technology, with particular emphasis on vocal performance, biosignal feedback, and the philosophical underpinnings of digital instrument design. Her work consistently integrates theoretical frameworks like Karen Barad's agential realism with practical applications in digital musical instruments. Key trends include the exploration of ambiguity in data representation, the sociocultural dimensions of timbre in instrument design, and the development of novel methodologies for understanding embodied musical experiences through micro-phenomenology and ethnographic approaches. ACM SIGCHI Outstanding Dissertation Award (2024) for her thesis 'Imagining & Sensing: Understanding and Extending the Vocalist-Voice Relationship Through Biosignal Feedback' Best Newcomer Award at Loughborough University London's Community Awards Celebration (2024) Dr. Reed actively contributes to the academic community through conference organization and leadership roles. She serves as Member-at-Large on the NIME Board, previously chaired papers for NIME 2024, and co-organized the IBM SkillsBuild Sprint at Loughborough London. She has also chaired sessions at the ACM TEI Conference and co-chaired the Student Design Competition. Her collaborative work spans multiple institutions and includes significant contributions to interdisciplinary projects that bridge music, technology, and human experience. She has been instrumental in developing the senSInt research group and the RaveNET wearable network project. Dr. Reed leads the senSInt research group which focuses on sensorimotor interaction in music and performance contexts. The group develops innovative technologies including the VoxEMG platform for vocal electromyography, the Bones anti-corset for vocal performance, and the RaveNET network of wearable biosensing nodes. These projects explore the intersection of biosignals, embodied interaction, and musical expression, creating novel frameworks for understanding how technology mediates human creativity and performance. The group frequently collaborates with musicians, technologists, and theorists to develop and test these systems in real-world performance contexts.
