جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Model-Driven Engineering
• AutomationML
• Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Manuel Wimmer is a Professor affiliated with the Department of Business Informatics at TU Wien's Faculty of Informatics. His main research area is Model-Driven Engineering , focusing on topics such as AutomationML, Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), and industrial standards like IEC 62264 and ISA-95. He leads the Network Lab and contributes to interdisciplinary projects involving robotics, cloud computing, and blockchain applications. Research Interests: Model Transformation, Tool Interoperability, Industrial Automation, Educational Methodologies in Software Engineering. Key Technologies: UML, ATL, OPC UA, AutomationQL. Recent work emphasizes bridging metamodeling platforms (e.g., ADOxx/EMF integration) and adapting robotic mission planning systems. He has published extensively in workshops like MDE 2023 and conferences on model-driven engineering. Teaching activities include remote-learning strategies for software engineering education, as documented in his 2021 paper. No explicit awards are listed, but his contributions to standards like AutomationML reflect industry recognition.

Manas Bhargavaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soft robotics
• Deformable structures
• Computational design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Manas Bhargava is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria, working in the Material Molli Lab under Prof. Jérémie Palacci. Previously, he completed his PhD with Prof. Bernd Bickel, focusing on the design and control of deformable structures. His research spans several cutting-edge domains in computational design and robotics. Bhargava's work integrates principles from computer graphics, mechanical engineering, and materials science to create innovative deformable structures. His projects range from building 3D lighting displays using folded PCBs to developing musculoskeletal soft robots with laser-controlled artificial muscles. He has presented his research at prestigious venues including SIGGRAPH, Eurographics, and the Think and Drink Conference at ISTA. Bhargava has published in top-tier venues including ACM Transactions on Graphics (SIGGRAPH) and Computer Graphics Forum. His work demonstrates a strong trend toward practical computational fabrication methods that bridge digital design with physical implementation, particularly in soft robotics and interactive displays. The research shows increasing sophistication in control mechanisms and material integration across his publications. As an academic mentor, Bhargava has supervised multiple students including Chris Wernke (bachelor thesis on Dynamic Simulation and Fabrication of Origami Robots) and Yuhan Zhang (master thesis on Compatible Triangulations for Fabricating Deformable Structures). His collaborative approach is evident in co-supervision arrangements and multi-institutional projects spanning ETH Zurich and ISTA.

Haisen Zhaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Digital Fabrication
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Haisen Zhao is a Professor at Shandong University (SDU), affiliated with the School of Computer Science and Technology and the Interdisciplinary Research Center. His research focuses on geometric processing and digital fabrication, including additive and subtractive manufacturing. He completed his PhD at SDU in 2018 under Baoquan Chen, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Washington (with Adriana Schulz) and IST Austria (with Bernd Bickel). He has authored over 20 top-tier publications in venues like ACM SIGGRAPH/Asia and IEEE TVCG, and holds multiple patents. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2018, SDU), Master’s (2014, SDU), and Bachelor’s (2011, SDU). Key awards include the CCF Doctoral Dissertation Award (2019) and Shandong Natural Science Award (2020). He leads a research group focused on advanced manufacturing techniques, advising PhD and Master’s students in areas like robotics, computer-aided design, and fabrication optimization. Teaching responsibilities include courses on computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and advanced topics for both undergraduates and graduates. His lab actively explores hybrid manufacturing strategies, inverse design methods, and robotic fabrication systems. Recent projects include neural accessibility learning for CNC machining and generative design for microstructure fabrication.

Ruslan Guseinovمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Computational Design
• Computer Graphics
• Digital Fabrication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ruslan Guseinov is a computational design researcher specializing in digital fabrication of curved structures and programmable matter, affiliated with IST Austria where he completed his PhD in 2020 under Bernd Bickel's supervision. His educational background includes: PhD in Computer Science, IST Austria, 2020 Guseinov's research bridges computer graphics, geometry processing, and materials engineering to develop algorithms for manufacturing complex shapes from flat materials. His work enables cost-effective glass façade design and self-actuating structures through computational geometry innovations, with applications in architecture and soft robotics. Key contributions include tension-actuated curvature methods and temporal morphing programming for programmable matter. His publication portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on computational fabrication techniques, evolving from foundational CurveUps research (2017) to advanced applications in glass engineering and programmable matter (2020), reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration across computer science, robotics, and architectural design. He has received significant recognition: Eurographics Best PhD Thesis 2021 TWIST Fellowship 2020 SIGGRAPH PhD Thesis Fast Forward 2020 No formal advising relationships or research grants are documented in available sources. His media coverage spans major outlets including ScienceDaily, phys.org, and Le Monde, highlighting real-world impact in industrial manufacturing. Guseinov operated within Bernd Bickel's research group at IST Austria, focusing on computational design and fabrication methodologies that transform theoretical concepts into practical manufacturing solutions.

Hubert Eggerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Sensory Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hubert Egger is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Linz (FH-Linz), focusing on advanced prosthetics and sensory augmentation technologies. His research emphasizes smart textiles, bionic limbs, and sensory feedback systems for prosthetic users. He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications, including work on tactile sensors in orthopedic devices and targeted sensory reinnervation techniques. Key contributions include the development of 'feeling' prosthetic legs and neurotechnology for amputee rehabilitation. His awards include the 1st Place Vienna Future Award (2008) and recognition as 'Oberösterreicher des Tages' (2015). Egger actively engages in public talks, discussing prosthetic innovation and biomedical engineering advancements. Research collaborations span sensory integration in bionic limbs and clinical applications of smart materials. His work bridges engineering and medicine, addressing functional and sensory restoration for disabled individuals.

• Material Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Biomechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Franz Maier is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Wels, affiliated with the Research Center Wels Center of Excellence Automotive/Mobility. His expertise spans material science, mechanical engineering, biomechanics, and computer simulation. He holds a BSc, MSc (implied via DI title), and PhD. His research focuses on composite material draping simulations, finite element analysis, and AI-driven manufacturing processes. Key research interests include reinforcement learning applications in draping automation, defect detection in simulations, and biomechanical studies of soft tissues. He has presented work at international conferences on topics like colorectal biomechanics and osteoarthritis progression. His recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize AI integration into manufacturing processes, including surrogate models for FE simulations and reinforcement learning for woven fabric automation. Collaborations involve robotics and sensor technologies for precision manufacturing. Maier collaborates with institutions on multiscale biomechanics and has contributed to advancements in composite material processing. His work bridges computational modeling with real-world manufacturing challenges, emphasizing automation and defect mitigation.

Birgit Döbrentey-Hawlikمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Computer Science Education
• Primary Education
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Birgit Döbrentey-Hawlik is a part-time lecturer and research staff member at the Vienna University of Teacher Education’s Department for Media Education, Information Technology Education and Digitality (Competence Center MINT and Digitality). She holds a 25% role, focusing on digital media integration in primary education and project coordination for initiatives like First Lego League Explore and the BMBWF project „Learning to think, solving problems.“ Her career includes 20+ years as a primary school teacher in Vienna, where she also served as IT custodian and led the SQA „New Media“ team. She has implemented projects such as „MINT School,“ „Digitally Competent Cash Register,“ and „Digicheck4,“ emphasizing technology integration and teacher training. Since 2018, she has contributed to the ZLI (Center for Learning Technology and Innovation), organizing events like the eBazar conference series and developing digital education resources. Research interests include coding/robotics in primary education, hybrid learning methodologies, and STEM education innovation. She co-authored the „digi.case“ media package and „ÖHA!“ sustainability-focused materials, recognized with the Comenius EduMedia Medaille 2021 and GENE Award. Key projects include the „Education Innovation Studio (EIS),“ which promotes experimental learning spaces, and the „Digitale Medienbildung in der Primarstufe“ training program for educators. She actively collaborates with EU initiatives (e.g., RoboCoop) and local organizations to advance digital literacy and teacher professional development.

Markus Reschمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Project Management
• Evaluation
• E-Learning
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Markus Resch is a Course Director in the university course Digital Basic Education at the Vienna University of Teacher Education. He holds a position at the Competence Center MINT and Digitality (K:MID) within the Department for Media Education, Information Technology Education and Digitality. His work involves project management, e-learning, and serious game development, with a 25% part-time engagement. He has been actively involved in teacher training since 2016 and currently works at GRG5/Rainergymnasium as an IT manager and teacher of computer science, sound engineering, theater, German, and mathematics. Education: Musical education during school Studied German, computer science, and mathematics at the University of Vienna (graduated 2020) ÖH trainer training (2018) Drama pedagogy course at KPH Vienna/Lower Austria (2020) Cultural education course at PH Lower Austria (since 2021) His research interests focus on digital literacy, game-based learning, and serious games for education. Notable projects include the anti-bullying app Stop the Mob (2015) and the calculus-focused game Patorimath (2019). He is also involved in initiatives like the HOORCH project and contributes to the Future Learning Lab Vienna through "Mutmillion" funding. His work emphasizes innovation in digital education, as seen in events like the eBazar 2025. Resch collaborates with labs such as the Maker Lab (MAL) and the Education Innovation Studio (EIS), promoting interdisciplinary approaches to teaching and technology integration.

Katja Schirmerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Digital Basic Education
• Teaching and Learning with New Media
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katja Schirmer is a researcher and project coordinator at the Competence Center MINT and Digitality (K:MID) within the Department for Media Education, Information Technology Education and Digitality at the Vienna University of Teacher Education (PH Wien). Since 2021/22, she has been employed at the Center for Learning Technology and Innovation (ZLI), focusing on developing teaching materials and coordinating projects like the free online keyboard program Typewriter Vienna and the AI-focused change project AI and Language . Her work bridges artificial intelligence applications in schools, digital literacy, and sustainable education practices. Before joining the PH Wien, she taught computer science, German, and psychology/philosophy at the Kenyongasse Education Center. Her prior career included roles in media documentation, including editorial research at the Süddeutsche Zeitung in Munich. She actively contributes to initiatives such as the Digital LEVEL-UP Licence and the participatory sustainability project ÖHA! – Media Action and Ecological Awareness . Her research emphasizes innovative pedagogical approaches to AI integration in education, digital basic education frameworks, and spatial design for learning environments. She co-authored the PH Wien position paper on AI in higher education and leads projects funded by the Innovation Foundation for Education (ISB), such as the Embracing Technology initiative. Her professional network includes collaborations with the Future Learning Lab Wien (FLL), the European Digital Skills Awards, and interdisciplinary teams across Austrian schools. She regularly organizes workshops, conferences (e.g., eBazar 2025), and publishes in journals like medienimpulse .

• Surgery
• Surgical Oncology
• Gastroenterology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Franz Singhartinger is a Senior Physician at the University Clinic for Surgery, University of Salzburg. His research focuses on surgical oncology, gastrointestinal procedures, and medical cost-effectiveness analysis. Recent publications include studies on anastomotic leaks after esophageal resections, clip migration during hemicolectomy, endoscopic fistula closure techniques, and the application of botulinum toxin in hernia surgery. His work often intersects with robot-assisted surgical methods and oncological care. As a collaborative researcher, he has co-authored multiple high-impact studies with teams from European Surgery and Cancers journals. No formal awards or student advising details are provided in the available records.

• Biomimetics
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ilse-Christine Gebeshuber is an Associate Professor at TU Wien's Forschungsbereich Atomic and Plasma Physics , specializing in biomimetic engineering and nanotechnology. She leads projects on bio-based materials and sustainable design methodologies, including the development of recyclable stretch foils. Her research integrates biological principles into engineering solutions, focusing on nanostructures, biomaterials, and additive manufacturing. Education : Technical background in engineering and biomimetics. Research Interests : Biomimetic design, functional surfaces inspired by nature (e.g., insect wings, plants), and sustainable materials. Her work bridges biology, physics, and engineering to address global challenges like climate change and healthcare innovation. Notable contributions include the VDI Technical Rule on biomimetic design and collaborations on bactericidal nanopillar replication. She actively publishes in biomimetics, nanotechnology, and green engineering, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

• Robot Learning
• Autonomous Systems
• Human-Robot Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chengxi Li is a postdoctoral researcher at TU Wien focusing on robot learning algorithms to develop universal cross-body systems enabling autonomous human-machine interaction in real-world applications. His work emphasizes interactive robots that intuitively learn tasks through reasoning about execution. Key projects include the INVERSE initiative, which explores robots that invert tasks via reasoning about their execution. Current research trends are centered on advancing autonomous systems and human-robot collaboration. No specific awards or grants are documented in the provided text. Dr. Li's team, Team Chengxi Li , likely coordinates these research efforts, though specific lab or team details are not elaborated here.

Friedrich Fraundorferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 3D Computer Vision
• Robot Vision
• Multi View Geometry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Friedrich Fraundorfer is a Professor at Graz University of Technology, specializing in 3D Computer Vision and Autonomous Systems at the Institute of Computer Graphics and Vision (ICG). He has held academic positions at institutions including ETH Zurich, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Technische Universität München, where he served as Deputy Director of the Chair of Remote Sensing Technology. Research : Focuses on Micro Aerial Vehicle (MAV) autonomy, Visual-Inertial Fusion, and Multi-View Geometry. Projects : Led EU-funded SFly (autonomous MAVs for search-and-rescue), SNF MAV (camera-only 3D mapping), and VCharge (vision-based self-driving cars). Teaching : Offers courses like 'Camera Drones' and 'Mathematical Principles in Vision.' His Pixhawk project created open-source MAV platforms adopted globally. Key Collaborations : With NVIDIA, Volkswagen AG, University of Zurich, and German Space and Aerospace Center (DLR). His students (e.g., Dominik Hirner, Rafael Weilharter) have published on lightweight CNNs for stereo vision and self-supervised 3D reconstruction.

• Sustainable Construction
• Timber Engineering
• Dust Control in Manufacturing
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Maria Georgiades serves as a researcher at the Institute of Green Civil Engineering within the Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Her work bridges academic research and industrial applications in sustainable construction technologies. Her research focuses on critical challenges in modern construction: developing prefabricated facade systems for energy-efficient building renovation and mitigating occupational health hazards through dust reduction in timber processing. This dual focus addresses both environmental sustainability in the building sector and workplace safety in manufacturing. Current research trends show increasing emphasis on automation in timber construction, as evidenced by her 2024 presentation on robotic production of prefabricated timber elements. Her publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to practical engineering solutions with immediate industrial applicability. Georgiades maintains active industry collaborations, particularly through the Prefab.Facade project (2022-2025), which develops thermal renovation solutions with direct market implementation pathways. Her work exemplifies BOKU's mission of translating academic research into practical engineering applications. Her laboratory work centers on construction technology testing and optimization, particularly regarding prefabricated building elements and dust control systems. The research environment emphasizes practical testing methodologies that directly address industry pain points in sustainable construction implementation.

• Underground Structures
• Tunnel Engineering
• Optical Radar
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Watzko is a Researcher at the Institute of Geodesy, Graz University of Technology, specializing in positioning systems for underground and indoor environments where GNSS signals are unavailable. His work directly addresses emergency response and military operational challenges through advanced localization technologies. He holds a BSc and Dipl.-Ing. (Master's equivalent) in Engineering. Watzko's research centers on underground navigation and tunnel engineering , utilizing optical radar , mobile robotics , and wireless sensor networks to solve GNSS-denied positioning challenges. His methodology emphasizes factor graph optimization and multi-sensor fusion of inertial data, UWB ranging, and 3D environmental models for real-time tracking in complex subterranean structures. Publication analysis (2022-2025) reveals progressive development from foundational pedestrian positioning systems to collaborative emergency task force solutions. The NIKE BLUETRACK project dominates his output, evolving from basic underground tracking to integrated real-time capabilities with UWB/IMU fusion. His work consistently bridges theoretical algorithm development with practical implementation in operational environments. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. Watzko maintains active research collaborations including a 2025 visit to Czech Technical University in Prague. While student supervision details are absent, his conference presentations indicate knowledge dissemination to scientific audiences. Grant specifics remain undisclosed in public profiles. His research operates within the Institute of Geodesy framework, focusing on the NIKE BLUETRACK system development team. This interdisciplinary group combines geodetic expertise with robotics and wireless communications to deliver operational tracking solutions for underground military and emergency applications.