Jonathan Roberts is a researcher at Bangor University, UK, with a focus on data visualization, visual analytics, and educational technology. His work bridges computer science and creative design, particularly in data art exhibitions and authentic learning. Key research areas: Data Visualization, Visual Analytics, Educational Technology, Digital Art Recent publications explore generative AI in visualization design, multiple-view patterns for time series data, and frameworks for creative learning. His collaborations span institutions like QUT, University of Manchester, and University of Cambridge. Notable awards include VAST 2012 Honorable Mention and VAST 2010 Analytic Process Recognition. He contributes to visualization pedagogy and has co-authored works on haptic interfaces, immersive analytics, and coastal data modeling.
Prof. Constantin A. Rothkopf is a W3 Professor at the Department of Psychology, Technische Universität Darmstadt, and a secondary member of the Department of Computer Science. He serves as Founding Director of the Centre for Cognitive Science and founding member of the Hessisches Zentrum für Künstliche Intelligenz (hessian.ai). He is also part of the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS) and the DAAD Konrad Zuse Schools of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (ELIZA). His research focuses on the interplay between perception and action, using computational models and experimental studies in humans. Current work includes eye-tracking studies in naturalistic environments, inverse optimal control models, and developing algorithms for virtual agents. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Informatics from the University of Rochester, followed by postdoctoral research at Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS). He has held visiting professorships at Central European University (2017) and Columbia University (2023). Awards include an ERC Consolidator Grant (2022) and SCENE Project Funding (2025). Research Interests: Active vision, decision-making under uncertainty, sensorimotor control, and computational modeling. Key themes include how humans use sensory input to form beliefs, make decisions, and act in dynamic environments. Grants/Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (2022), SCENE Funding (2025) Labs/Teams: Centre for Cognitive Science, hessian.ai, ELLIS Unit Darmstadt
Prof. Robert Güttel is the Director of the Institute for Chemical Engineering at the University of Ulm. He is a member of the Ulm Center for Thermal and Environmental Technology (UZWR) since 2016 and serves on its executive board. His work focuses on catalytic reaction engineering, particularly in CO2 utilization, methanation, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and process intensification. Research emphasizes catalyst design, reaction kinetics, and reactor modeling under dynamic conditions. Educations : Not explicitly stated in the provided text. His academic career is highlighted through his leadership roles and publications. Research Interests : Güttel’s research spans heterogeneous catalysis for CO/CO2 hydrogenation, transient kinetic analysis, polymeric reactors for extraterrestrial applications, and AI-driven reactor design. His team develops advanced catalysts (e.g., Ru/TiO2, cobalt@silica core-shell structures) and investigates novel reactor concepts like fibrous structured catalysts and sorption-enhanced processes. Recent work explores in-situ methanation on Mars and the impact of light on catalytic selectivity. Publications Trends : His 2024–2025 articles focus on low-temperature methanation beyond Earth, AI-based residence time analysis, and deactivation mechanisms. Studies highlight both experimental and computational approaches to optimize catalytic systems for sustainability and industrial relevance. Awards : No specific scientific awards mentioned in the text. Grants/Labs : Leads the Institute for Chemical Engineering at Ulm, collaborating on EU-funded projects related to power-to-X technologies and extraterrestrial chemistry. Active in developing lab-scale reactor systems and industrial partnerships for catalyst testing. Labs/Teams : Directs research groups focused on catalytic reactor design, transient kinetic methods, and sustainable process engineering. Collaborates with institutions on Mars habitat resource utilization and green hydrogen production systems.
Priv.-Doz. Dr. Julia Landmann is an Acting Professor of English Linguistics at the Institute for Anglistik and Amerikanistik, University of Greifswald since 2025. She previously held positions at Heidelberg University (2021-2022), University of Basel (2022-2025), and research/lecturing roles at Heidelberg (2012-2021) and Mannheim/Stuttgart (2012-2014). Her academic journey includes a Habilitation (2022), Doctorate (2006-2011), and studies at Sorbonne Nouvelle (2002-2003), Aberystwyth (2001-2002), and Heidelberg (1999-2005). Research Focus: Cognitive Contact Linguistics, Language of Love/Hate, Migrant Discourse Analysis Publications: Monographs on socio-cognitive lexicon evolution, articles on loanwords from Yiddish/Turkish/Japanese, and cross-cultural discourse studies Projects: Integrates cognitive science with language contact research, examines emotion concept evolution (love/hate), and analyzes migrant identity construction through linguistic strategies. Her work combines Critical Discourse Analysis with Cognitive Science to study contact-induced linguistic changes.
Stephan W. Schill is a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for International Law in Heidelberg, Germany, specializing in international investment law and economic governance. His scholarly work focuses on the evolving investment treaty practices of developing nations, particularly examining how these countries balance sovereign interests with international investment obligations. Dr. Schill's research centers on international investment law, with particular expertise in bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and their evolution in developing economies. His work examines how countries like China navigate the tension between protecting domestic regulatory autonomy and providing international investment protections. His research contributes significantly to understanding how developing nations engage with and shape the international investment law framework, especially regarding national treatment standards and investor-state dispute settlement mechanisms. His notable 2007 publication analyzes China's transition from traditional BIT approaches to more comprehensive investment treaties, demonstrating how these legal instruments facilitate China's integration into the global economy while supporting domestic legal and economic reforms. This work established him as a scholar examining the intersection of investment law and development policy. At the Max Planck Institute for International Law, Dr. Schill contributes to one of the world's leading centers for public international law research, participating in scholarly discussions on the evolving architecture of international economic governance and investment protection frameworks.
Ana Filipa Sequeira is a researcher affiliated with INESC TEC, Porto, Portugal, and the University of Porto. Her work spans biometrics, fairness in AI, and explainable artificial intelligence. She has contributed to advancements in face recognition, synthetic data applications, and bias mitigation through techniques like knowledge distillation and model compression. Institution: INESC TEC (Porto, Portugal) Research Themes: Face recognition, fairness, explainability, synthetic data, biometric security Her recent publications focus on addressing demographic biases in face recognition systems, developing privacy-preserving explainable methods, and evaluating synthetic data's impact. She collaborates extensively with researchers like Pedro C. Neto, Jaime S. Cardoso, and Naser Damer. Sequeira has participated in organizing and analyzing competitions such as FRCSyn, BIOSIG, and SYN-MAD, emphasizing robust evaluation frameworks. Her work intersects technical innovation with ethical considerations, advocating for responsible AI applications in biometrics.
Jannika Jahn is a Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law in Heidelberg, where she has been working since 2020. She also serves as an Associate Fellow at Maastricht University's Globalization and Law Network and as Associate Editor at Verfassungsblog for International Law and Human Rights Protection. Her work focuses on the intersection of international law, human rights, and environmental protection, with particular expertise in business and human rights law and climate litigation. Jannika Jahn received her LL.B. in English and German Law from University College London and the University of Cologne, where she completed her first state's exam. She earned her doctorate (summa cum laude) from the University of Heidelberg with a dissertation on "The media publicity of the judiciary and its limits." Her doctoral work was conducted at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Law and Public International Law. Jahn's research spans European and international human rights law, business and human rights law, international environmental law (particularly climate law), comparative constitutional law and theory, and interdisciplinary legal analysis. She examines how national courts can serve as guarantors of global climate protection and investigates the role of judicial independence in multi-level governance systems. Her work on supply chain regulation explores how to create effective human rights due diligence frameworks for multinational corporations. Her scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational work on judicial independence and media coverage of courts toward increasingly focused research on climate litigation and business and human rights. Recent publications highlight her expertise in analyzing how constitutional courts worldwide are becoming key actors in climate governance and how supply chain legislation can be designed to effectively protect human rights across global value chains. Jahn has received several prestigious honors for her academic work, including: Ruprecht-Karls-Preis awarded by the Stiftung Universität Heidelberg for the best legal doctoral thesis in 2020 Scholarship for the doctoral thesis by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship for law studies by Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes Scholarship for LL.B. studies by Alexander-Lüderitz-Stiftung As a Senior Research Fellow, Jahn leads her habilitation project and a business and human rights project at the Max Planck Institute. She has served as a legal expert for the Consultative Council of European Judges (CCJE) of the Council of Europe regarding judicial independence and freedom of expression of judges. Her advisory work extends to policy development, as evidenced by her contributions to the German Supply Chain Act. She regularly presents her research at international conferences and teaches courses on European human rights protection, climate change challenges, and comparative constitutional law. At the Max Planck Institute, Jahn is actively involved in research teams focused on business and human rights and climate litigation. She participates in the Institute's Gender Equality initiatives as the Gender Equality Officer and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on current challenges in international law through the Institute's research colloquia and workshops.
Prof. Dr. Enkelejda Kasneci is a Distinguished Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), leading the Chair of Human-Centered Technologies for Learning. She holds dual affiliations within TUM School of Social Sciences and Technology and TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology. Her research integrates AI, eye-tracking, and immersive technologies to advance educational paradigms. She directs the TUM Center for Educational Technologies and chairs the MSc program 'AI in Society.' Education: PhD in Computer Science from University of Tübingen (2013), M.Sc. from University of Stuttgart (2007). Earlier roles include Assistant Professor and Dean of Studies at University of Tübingen. Research Focus: Human-centered AI applications in education, multimodal interaction design, and privacy-preserving eye-tracking. Her work bridges technology and pedagogy through projects like AI tutor PEER, VR Classroom, and Privacy-Preserving Eye-tracking. Key Projects: Leads EU-funded projects VIVA (€1.125M), DigiProMIN (€163K), and SARA Kids (€244.8K). Active in policy initiatives like Europe’s AI Imperative. Awards: TUM Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Medal (2024), Liesel Beckmann Distinguished Professorship (2022), and Südwestmetall Research Prize (2014). Grants & Advising: Over €5M in secured funding across 12+ projects. Supervises 14+ PhD researchers and mentors postdocs in AI education and HCI. Labs & Teams: IT-Stiftung EdTech Lab houses advanced VR/eye-tracking setups. Research group includes 20+ members spanning AI, HCI, and educational technology.
Prof. Serge A. Shapiro is a Full Professor of Geophysics at Freie Universität Berlin since 1999 and Director of the PHASE consortium since 2004. He holds a Diploma in Applied Geophysics from Lomonosov Moscow State University (1982), a PhD from the Moscow Research Institute of Geosystems (1987), and a Habilitation from Karlsruhe University (1995). His research focuses on seismogenic processes, induced seismicity, rock physics, and subduction zone dynamics, with applications to geothermal energy, CO2 storage, and hydraulic fracturing. Education: Diploma in Applied Geophysics, Lomonosov Moscow State University (1982) PhD in Geophysics, Moscow Research Institute of Geosystems (1987) Habilitation, Karlsruhe University (1995) Research Interests: Induced seismicity from fluid operations CO2 storage and hydraulic fracturing risks Seismic hazard assessment Rock physics under stress Key Contributions: Developed the Seismogenic Index Model for induced earthquakes Pioneered DAS-based seismic monitoring techniques Advanced understanding of fault stability and pressure diffusion effects Awards: Virgil Kauffman Gold Medal (2013) for work in microseismic monitoring and rock physics Grants & Projects: PHASE consortium leader (2004–present) Utah FORGE EGS project advisor Labs/Teams: Seismology Group, Freie Universität Berlin PHASE university consortium
Daniela M Witten is a Professor of Statistics and Biostatistics at the University of Washington, holding the Dorothy Gilford Endowed Chair in Mathematical Statistics. Her research focuses on developing statistical machine learning methods for high-dimensional data, with a particular emphasis on unsupervised learning and theoretical foundations. Witten earned her BS in Math and Biology with Honors and Distinction from Stanford University in 2005 and her PhD in Statistics from Stanford University in 2010 under Robert Tibshirani. Her academic journey established her expertise in bridging mathematical theory with biological applications. Her research program centers on high-dimensional statistical learning , where she develops methods for unsupervised learning and graphical modeling when features outnumber observations. She pioneers statistical models for neural activity through collaborations with the Allen Institute for Brain Science and Princeton University, addressing functional connectivity and neuron sub-population identification. Her groundbreaking work on selective inference solves the "double-dipping" problem in hypothesis generation and testing, enabling valid inference after hierarchical clustering and regression trees. Additionally, she advances multi-view data analysis to integrate complementary data sources like clinical and genomic measurements. Applications span genomics, neuroscience, microbial ecology, and pathology, demonstrating her commitment to solving real-world biomedical challenges. Her 2025 publications reveal a cohesive trend toward developing theoretically rigorous inference frameworks for high-dimensional settings, with emphasis on linear regression validity, semi-supervised efficiency, Gaussian decomposition, and PCA variance quantification—showcasing her signature blend of methodological innovation and practical applicability. Witten's exceptional contributions are recognized through extensive honors: Presidents’ Award, Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies (COPSS) (2022) Mortimer Spiegelman Award, American Public Health Association (2019) Simons Investigator Award (2018-2023) Sloan Research Fellowship (2013-2015) NSF CAREER Award (2013-2018) NIH Director’s Early Independence Award (2011-2016) 23 major awards including named lectureships, fellowships, and editorial leadership As a dedicated mentor, she has guided students like Olivia McGough (NSF GRFP winner), Dwight (Zichun) Xu (ASA Nonparametrics Student Paper Award winner), Yiqun Chen (Hopkins Biostat faculty), and Anna Neufeld (Williams College faculty). Her research is sustained by major grants from NIH, NSF, and Simons Foundation. Witten co-authored the seminal textbook "Introduction to Statistical Learning" and currently serves as Joint Editor of the Journal of the Royal Statistical Society, Series B (2023-2025), shaping the field through both scholarship and community leadership.
Kevin Trompelt serves as Lecturer and Chair of Hebrew Linguistics at Heidelberg University of Jewish Studies since 2006, teaching comprehensive Hebrew language courses from beginner to advanced levels including Modern Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Rabbinic Hebrew, and Tanakh with Accents. His academic foundation includes: M.A. in Bible from Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2005) Hebrew Language studies at Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1999-2005) Semitics/Islamic Studies, Protestant Theology and Judaic Studies at Jena, Halle and Leipzig Universities (1995-1999) Doctoral concept development at University of Tübingen (2005-2006) Trompelt's research centers on the Masoretic accentuation system's linguistic functions, examining its syntactic structure, exegetical significance, and role in text segmentation across Biblical Hebrew manuscripts. His work reveals how accentuation reflects textual variants between Masoretic tradition and earlier sources like Dead Sea Scrolls, with particular focus on poetic books (Psalms, Proverbs, Job). He demonstrates the system's dual function as both grammatical guide and textual preservation mechanism. Publication trends show escalating sophistication from foundational textual variant analysis (2009-2011) to current syntactic-exegetical integration (2022-2024), consistently bridging linguistic theory with practical textual criticism across Biblical and Rabbinic corpora. He has mentored numerous Hebrew language students through structured curriculum development while advancing research without documented external grants or awards.
Prof. Dr. Garvin Brod is a Research Professor at the DIPF | Leibniz Institute for Research and Information in Education and Goethe University Frankfurt, specializing in individualized learning and cognitive development. He is affiliated with the Department of Educational Psychology within the College of Psychology & Sports Science. His research focuses on technology-supported educational interventions, memory and learning dynamics, and the development of knowledge acquisition processes. Brod leads projects like ACHILLES (learning success diagnostics), PROMPT (digital prompting techniques), and VokSi (vocabulary learning), addressing self-regulated learning, reading education, and cognitive strategies. The 13 most recent publications highlight trends in educational technology, self-regulated learning mechanisms, and cognitive development. Key themes include mobile learning interventions, memory retention strategies, and the role of executive functions in belief revision. Brod’s work bridges experimental psychology with practical EdTech solutions for children’s learning challenges. As a visiting fellow at St John's College, University of Cambridge, and head of DIPF’s departments for Individualized Support and Education and Development, Brod collaborates on data-sharing initiatives like ShaReD. He holds a doctorate from Humboldt University and a diploma in psychology from Saarland University.
Prof. Dr. Julia Metag is Professor for Communication Science at the Department of Communication, University of Münster, where she heads the chair on 'Forms and Processes of Public Communication.' Her research focuses on political communication, science communication, media effects, and online communication. She is actively involved in major research initiatives such as the 'Hot SciComm Lab' (funded by the Volkswagen Foundation) and 'Global Warming’s Five Germanys,' and has led significant projects including the 'Science Barometer Switzerland.' Julia Metag's research interests include science communication, political communication, media use, public trust in science, science-related populism, climate change communication, and digital media. She investigates how audiences engage with scientific information, the role of visuals and AI in science communication, and the impact of misinformation and conspiracy theories. Her work often employs survey, experimental, and content analysis methods to understand public perceptions and media effects. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on trust in science, audience segmentation, science literacy in digital environments, and the multimodal nature of science communication. She frequently collaborates with scholars across Europe, particularly with Mike S. Schäfer and other colleagues in Switzerland and Germany. Scientific Awards and Memberships: Member of the Academia Europaea (The Academy of Europe) Member of the German Society for Journalism and Communication Studies (DGPuK) Member of the International Communication Association (ICA) Member of the European Communication Research and Education Association (ECREA) Member of the Center for Higher Education and Science Studies (CHESS), University of Zurich Editorial Board Member of Studies in Communication Sciences , Media and Communication , and Environmental Communication Advisory Board Member of the German 'Wissenschaftsbarometer' Julia Metag supervises student theses and leads collaborative research projects, often involving interdisciplinary teams. She has previously held academic positions at the University of Zurich and the University of Fribourg, and her work is widely published in top journals such as Public Understanding of Science , Science Communication , and Communication Research . She is also involved in public engagement through projects like 'Frag Sophie!' and 'Nachgefragt bei Sophie & Co,' which use creative formats to bridge science and society. She leads the 'Hot SciComm Lab,' which investigates science communication in highly contested, multimodal environments shaped by social media, AI, and deepfakes. Her leadership in research networks such as 'Cultures of Compromise' further demonstrates her interdisciplinary reach and academic influence.
Dr. Frank Hennrich is a Project Leader at the Institute of Nanotechnology (INT), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, within the Research Unit for Physical Chemistry of Nanoscale Systems. His research focuses on the synthesis, separation, and functionalization of carbon nanotubes and related nanomaterials. His primary research interests include nanomaterials, particularly carbon nanotubes and fullerenes, with an emphasis on their physical chemistry, spectroscopic characterization, and optoelectronic properties. His work spans synthesis, separation techniques, defect engineering, and applications in photonics and electronics. Recent publications highlight investigations into electroluminescence from quantum-defect-engineered nanotubes, ion mobility of metalated complexes and superatoms, and advanced separation methods for nanotubes. The trend in his recent publications shows a strong focus on the fundamental physical and chemical properties of low-dimensional carbon materials. His work integrates advanced spectroscopic and separation techniques such as trapped ion mobility spectrometry, Raman spectroscopy, and dielectrophoresis to understand and manipulate nanotube chirality, electronic type, and defect states. There is a clear trajectory toward optoelectronic applications, particularly in quantum light sources and integrated photonic devices operating in the telecom band. Dr. Hennrich has not been mentioned to have received any specific scientific awards in the provided text. He has collaborated extensively with leading researchers such as R. Krupke, M. M. Kappes, P. Weis, and others across numerous publications, indicating a strong network in the nanomaterials research community. While no specific grants are listed, his sustained publication record in high-impact journals suggests ongoing research funding. He has contributed significantly to the development of methods for sorting and functionalizing carbon nanotubes, which are foundational for their technological applications. His research is conducted within the Institute of Nanotechnology at KIT, a prominent institution for nanomaterials research, where he leads a group focused on the physical chemistry of nanoscale systems, particularly carbon-based nanostructures.
Dr. Wolfram Barfuss is the Argelander Professor of Integrated Systems Modeling for Sustainability Transitions at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Center for Development Research (ZEF). He is a member of multiple interdisciplinary research areas including TRA Sustainable Futures, TRA Modeling, and TRA Individual and Societies, as well as the Cluster of Excellence PhenoRob and the Center for Earth System Observation and Computational Analysis (CESOC). He also collaborates with the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and the Earth Resilience Science Unit. His research focuses on understanding whether humanity is 'smart enough for the good life' by developing formal models of collective learning and decision-making in complex social-ecological systems. He integrates methods from complex systems, multi-agent reinforcement learning, and dynamical systems theory to explore sustainability transitions, cooperation, and Earth system resilience. The recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on modeling collective intelligence, cooperation in stochastic games, decision-making under uncertainty, and integrated World-Earth system modeling. His work spans disciplines including computer science, environmental science, game theory, and cognitive science, with frequent contributions to high-impact journals like PNAS , Nature Communications , and Environmental Research Letters . Argelander Professor for Integrated Systems Modeling for Sustainability Transitions Member, TRA Sustainable Futures Member, TRA Modeling Member, TRA Individual and Societies Cluster of Excellence PhenoRob Center for Earth System Observation and Computational Analysis (CESOC) Earth Resilience Science Unit (Potsdam) Earth Resilience and Sustainability Initiative (Princeton-Stockholm-Potsdam) Dr. Barfuss teaches graduate courses at the University of Bonn and Humboldt University Berlin, including Complex System Modeling of Human-Environment Interactions, Economics on Sustainability, Systems Modeling, and Introduction to Agent-Based Modeling. He leads the BarfussLab, where his team develops computational tools such as pyCRLD for modeling collective reinforcement learning dynamics. While specific student advisees are not listed, his lab and publications suggest active supervision and collaboration with early-career researchers. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. His research is supported through institutional affiliations and collaborative projects rather than individually listed grants.
