جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christopher Van Vlerkenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-robot Interaction
• Robotics
• Prosthetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Van Vlerken is a Researcher affiliated with the Department of Applied Mechanics at the Faculty of Engineering, Vrije Universiteit Brussel. His research focuses on Human-robot Interaction, wearable robotics, and prosthetics, with a particular emphasis on exoskeleton design, soft pneumatic actuators, and biomechanical interfaces. He collaborates with Federated labs AI and Robotics, contributing to projects like the AIR-exo initiative. Education: Doctoral scholarship in AI and Robotics (PhD). His research interests include developing assistive technologies for rehabilitation, integrating sensors for real-time monitoring, and improving human-robot collaboration through advanced materials and actuators. Recent work explores muscle oximetry sensors and methods to characterize soft tissue interactions with wearable robots. Key projects include OZR4007: AIR-exo (2022–2023), focusing on active physical interfaces for exoskeletons. His publications span topics like exoskeleton design, soft robotics materials, and biomechanical analysis. He has advised on STEM programs and contributed to grant proposals for strategic robotics research. Van Vlerken is part of the BruBotics research group, which has pioneered advancements in prosthetics and wearable robotics over two decades. His work bridges biomechanical engineering and robotics, aiming to enhance assistive technologies for clinical and industrial applications.

• Life Cycle Engineering
• Ecodesign
• Sustainable Manufacturing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wim Dewulf is a full professor at the Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences, KU Leuven, and serves as the dean of the faculty. He is a contact person for the Manufacturing Processes and Systems (MaPS) unit at Campus Group T Leuven and holds leadership roles such as division head and member of councils like the University Council and Academic Council. His research focuses on life cycle engineering, ecodesign, sustainable manufacturing, and computed tomography applications in industrial processes. His research interests span sustainable engineering, additive manufacturing (AM), dimensional quality control, and X-ray CT. Recent projects include using deep learning for CT reconstruction, improving AM surface quality via laser remelting, and enabling autonomous demanufacturing of battery-containing products. He actively supervises students in these areas, particularly in laser powder bed fusion and CT metrology. Wim Dewulf is a member of Leuven.AM (KU Leuven Institute for Additive Manufacturing) and SIM² (Institute for Sustainable Metals and Minerals). His work involves advising on circular economy strategies, process optimization, and advanced imaging techniques, with no explicit scientific awards listed in the provided data. He has contributed to education through courses like Applied Sustainability Assessment and Life Cycle Engineering , emphasizing sustainable design and manufacturing. His research teams focus on technology transfer, industrial collaboration, and developing data-driven models for AM and recycling.

• RF Engineering
• Microwave Systems
• Nonlinear Distortion Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dries Peumans serves as a Research Fellow at the Department of Electronics and Informatics within the Faculty of Engineering at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium. His research spans RF engineering, microwave systems, and nonlinear signal processing with significant contributions to measurement instrumentation and 6G technology development. Based at the Pleinlaan 2 campus in Brussels, he maintains an active research profile with an h-index of 139 according to institutional metrics. Peumans' research focuses on RF/microwave systems engineering and nonlinear distortion analysis , particularly in power amplifiers and time-varying systems. His work integrates intelligent instrumentation techniques using reinforcement learning and big data approaches to reduce measurement complexity. Key application areas include 6G communications, beamforming transmitters, and EMI shielding materials. His fingerprint analysis reveals dominant expertise in frequency response (100%), power amplifiers (58%), and nonlinear distortion (47%). Recent publications demonstrate strong trends in real-time signal processing for 5G/6G systems, with particular emphasis on digital predistortion techniques using ROVA modeling. His 2025-2024 output shows increasing diversification into materials science (EMI shielding composites) and geophysical applications (lava lake thermal sensing), while maintaining core expertise in RF measurement optimization and time-varying system modeling. Scientific contributions include: Development of scalable models for linear periodic time-varying (LPTV) systems Innovations in power sweep stitching for modulated RF experiments Compact impedance sensors for 24-31GHz beamforming transmitters Equivalent modeling of multilayered conductive composites Peumans actively supervises doctoral research, notably guiding Amedeo Varano's work on ROVA modeling applications. His current projects include OZR4181 (Reducing measurement complexity through intelligent instrumentation, 2023-2027) and SRP78 (Center for Model-Based Systems Improvement, 2022-2027), which integrate photonics, reinforcement learning, and transceiver design. He participates in the FOD168 initiative for 6G leadership development and maintains collaborations across European research institutions through the VUB's Center for Model-Based Systems Improvement. His laboratory work centers on advanced RF measurement systems, with emphasis on time-domain characterization of nonlinear systems and development of intelligent instrumentation frameworks. Current team projects focus on scaling LPTV modeling techniques to incorporate system parameter variations, enabling predictive design of rotating mechanical systems and electronic oscillators.

Steven Vanduffelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Financial Risk Management
• Actuarial Science
• Portfolio Optimization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven Vanduffel is a Professor at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium, affiliated with the Department of Finance, Insurance, Risk & Economics. He heads the FIRE (Finance, Insurance, Risk & Economics) research group and holds additional administrative positions including Rector, Vice Rector, Dean, or Department Chair roles. His office is located at Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Brussels. Professor Vanduffel's research focuses on quantitative risk management , actuarial science , and financial decision-making with specialized expertise in portfolio optimization, dependence modeling, longevity risk, pension systems, and Value-at-Risk methodologies. His work bridges theoretical finance with practical applications in insurance and pension design. His extensive publication record shows consistent focus on: Advanced risk measurement techniques and model uncertainty Optimal risk-sharing mechanisms in pensions and insurance Portfolio construction under complex constraints Statistical methods for financial applications Awards & Recognition: Robert I. Mehr Award (2022) Robert C. Witt Award (2018) PRMIA Frontiers in Risk Management Award (2014) Johan de Witt Prijs (2012) Lloyds Science of Risk Prize (2011) He actively advises graduate students, with recent Master's theses supervised on topics including COVID-19 impacts on businesses, pension systems, investment behavior, and insurance risk analysis. Current research projects (2024-2029) focus on systemic risk, longevity risk sharing, and dependence modeling applications in finance and insurance.

• Wireless Communication
• 5G and Beyond Networks
• Massive MIMO
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sofie Pollin is a Professor at KU Leuven's Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT), affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Science. She leads research in wireless systems and networked systems, focusing on 5G/6G technologies, Massive MIMO, cell-free communication, and non-terrestrial networks. Her work includes integrating communication and sensing, mmWave/THz systems, and sustainable electronics. She holds positions in Leuven One Health and LUSI Urban Studies Institute. Dr. Pollin earned her PhD in 2006 (with honors) from KU Leuven on cross-layer optimization for wireless systems, followed by post-doctoral research at UC Berkeley. She previously served as principal scientist at imec Leuven, working on cognitive radio and software-defined radio for LTE/WLAN standards. Her research has produced numerous publications and collaborations globally. Her current projects span spectrum analytics, machine intelligence in radio access, 6G resource clustering, and resilient healthcare networks. She actively promotes diversity as a faculty diversity promoter and leads initiatives through FITCE.be. Research interests prominently feature aerial networks, integrated ISAC (sensing/communication), and battery-less IoT. Recent work emphasizes mmWave VR systems, light-RF energy harvesting, and radar-based health monitoring. Her publications address technical challenges in beamforming, interference cancellation, and 6G testbed development.

• Reinforcement Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ann Nowe is a Professor at the Department of Electronics and Informatics (ETRO) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Her research focuses on reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, robotics, and energy management. She leads the Federated labs AI and Robotics, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration in artificial intelligence and sustainable robotics. With a prolific publication record (555+ outputs) and 152 active projects, her work spans theoretical advancements and applied solutions in AI ethics, explainability, and energy systems. Her research interests include AI security, neuro-symbolic integration, and federated robotics. Notable contributions include frameworks for explainable AI in multi-agent environments and predictive maintenance algorithms for wind turbines. She has received multiple awards, including the ALA Best Paper Award (2018) and Best Demonstration Award (2019). Dr. Nowe actively participates in conferences and workshops on trustworthy AI, co-organizing events like the World Conference on eXplainable AI (2025). Her work integrates ethical considerations and human-centric design principles across robotics, energy systems, and collective decision-making.

Wim Van Bortelمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Medical Entomology
• Vector-Borne Diseases
• Malaria Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wim Van Bortel is a senior researcher in the Unit of Entomology and Outbreak Research Team at the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp (ITM). He also holds a lecturer position at the University of Antwerp’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences. With a PhD in Biology (2002) from the University of Antwerp and extensive experience in vector-borne diseases, his work focuses on improving disease prevention through vector ecology and public health strategies. Research interests include medical entomology, malaria, arbovirus epidemiology, and climate change impacts on disease vectors. Current projects span vector control in Morocco, West Nile virus expansion studies, and Belgian mosquito surveillance (MEMO+). Leadership roles in EU initiatives like VectorNet and the MOOD data science project. Teaching includes tropical medicine courses and infectious disease control at ITM and the University of Antwerp. Over 150 publications since 1994, with recent focus on malaria surveillance, sand fly distribution, Bartonella quintana, and climate change implications. Grants include funding from Flemish Government, ECDC, and Belgian Science Policy, supporting projects on scabies, pandemic intelligence, and entomological research.

Epco Haskerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human African Trypanosomiasis
• Visceral Leishmaniasis
• Tuberculosis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Epco Hasker is a Researcher specializing in Mycobacterial Diseases and Neglected Tropical Diseases, affiliated with the University of Antwerp and the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) Antwerp. As Unit Head, they lead research on Human African Trypanosomiasis, Visceral Leishmaniasis, Tuberculosis, and Leprosy. Their work combines epidemiological analysis, diagnostic tool development, and public health interventions. Educational background includes a Doctorate (PhD) and Medical Doctor (MD) qualifications, though specific institutions are not detailed. Research focuses on disease transmission dynamics, elimination strategies, and drug accessibility. They have contributed to over 115 publications and lead high-impact projects like ZeroLeprosyRoadMap (Pakistan) and StrogHAT (Gambiense HAT elimination). Key projects include evaluating bedaquiline-enhanced leprosy prophylaxis (Comoros Islands), cost analyses of vector control (DRC), and serological surveillance for post-elimination monitoring. Collaborations span global institutions like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership. Recent publications emphasize leprosy transmission interruption (Leprosy Review, 2025), HAT diagnostic tool validation (Tropical Medicine and International Health, 2025), and fexinidazole accessibility challenges (Lancet Global Health, 2025). Their work bridges clinical research and policy to address neglected tropical diseases in resource-limited settings.

Viet-Hoang Tranمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Network Protocols
• Transport Layer Security
• Multipath Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Viet-Hoang Tran is a former member of the Cloud and Large Scale Computing group at UCLouvain, where he conducted research on network protocols and transport layer technologies. His work focuses on improving the extensibility and performance of transport protocols like TCP and QUIC, with applications in multipath communication, TLS integration, and network asymmetry handling. He holds a PhD from UCLouvain (2019), titled 'Measuring and extending Multipath TCP.' Key Research Contributions: Developed TCPLS protocol combining TCP and TLS for modern transport services Advanced Multipath QUIC implementations for asymmetric networks Extended Linux TCP stack using eBPF for enhanced flexibility Published extensively on MPTCP measurement and protocol optimization Recent Work: Contributions include Multipath Extension for QUIC, SRv6-FEC integration, and Plugin Distribution Systems. His research emphasizes practical implementations resistant to network intermediaries while maintaining performance. Collaborations: Worked closely with researchers like Olivier Bonaventure, Quentin De Coninck, and Maxime Piraux on transport layer innovations. Active contributor to IETF-related projects.

• Distributed Systems
• Computer Networks
• Embedded Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Hughes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Science, affiliated with the Distributed and Secure Software (DistriNet) research unit. He serves on the Social and Societal Ethics Committee and Faculty Council as senior academic staff. His research focuses on distributed systems, computer networks, and embedded IoT technologies, with emphasis on wireless communications security, energy harvesting, and low-latency control networks for industrial applications. Current work addresses constraints in dynamic environments through phase-coherent networking and capability-adaptive edge platforms. Recent publications analyze sustainable battery-free energy harvesting and flexible hardware platforms for smart environments, reflecting his dual focus on theoretical frameworks and practical embedded implementations. Projects like SwarmNET demonstrate applications in robotics control and 6G testbed development. He teaches Software for Embedded Systems (H04L2A), Real-Time Control (H09J9A), Industrial Internet Infrastructure (H04I0A), Computer Networks (G0Q43A), and Distributed Systems (H04G7A), integrating research insights into curriculum design.

• Clinical Virology
• Infectious Diseases
• Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tony Wawina Bokalanga is a researcher in Clinical Virology with a focus on emerging infectious diseases, particularly mpox (monkeypox) virus. His work involves genomic analysis, epidemiological studies, and public health responses to zoonotic pathogens. He collaborates extensively with institutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and international teams. Research interests include viral transmission dynamics, zoonotic origins of pathogens, and genomic surveillance of infectious diseases. His recent studies examine clade variations of mpox virus, outbreak management strategies, and surveillance systems in Africa. Key contributions include analyzing mpox transmission patterns linked to sexual health, genomic diversity of mpox strains, and retrospective epidemiological data from 2010-2023. He has published in high-impact journals like Cell , Lancet , and Emerging Infectious Diseases . Collaborations span global researchers in virology, epidemiology, and public health. His work informs policy and clinical guidelines on emerging pathogens.

Fatou Jaitehمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Malaria Research
• Public Health
• Socio-ecological Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Fatou Jaiteh is a dedicated researcher at the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp specializing in socio-ecological health research with a primary focus on malaria elimination strategies in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in The Gambia. Her work integrates transdisciplinary approaches to address complex public health challenges through community engagement and innovative intervention design. Her research interests center on malaria control and elimination, with specific expertise in community-based interventions, transdisciplinary research methodologies, and socio-ecological approaches to infectious disease control. Dr. Jaiteh's work examines the intersection of community structures, health systems, and malaria transmission dynamics, with particular attention to how household and village-level factors influence intervention effectiveness. Her research spans from clinical trials of new treatment approaches to social science investigations of community participation in malaria elimination efforts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on implementing and evaluating malaria elimination strategies in real-world settings, particularly in The Gambia. Her work demonstrates expertise across multiple dimensions of malaria control including vector management, mass drug administration, reactive case detection, and community engagement approaches. The research spans epidemiology, implementation science, social science, and clinical aspects of malaria control, reflecting her transdisciplinary approach to complex public health problems. Dr. Jaiteh is actively involved in significant research projects including SERVAL (Seasonal R21 mass vaccination for malaria elimination), CEASE (Controlling emergent Anopheles stephensi in Ethiopia and Sudan), and a long-standing project on community participation in malaria elimination that began in 2015. These projects demonstrate her leadership in addressing both current and emerging malaria challenges across multiple African countries. Her research has been published in reputable journals including PLoS ONE, Frontiers in Public Health, and Malaria Journal, with notable impact as evidenced by significant readership metrics on platforms like Mendeley. Dr. Jaiteh collaborates extensively with researchers across Africa and Europe, reflecting the international nature of malaria research and control efforts.

• Water quality
• Macroinvertebrates
• Ecological modeling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Anne Eurie Forio is an Assistant Professor at Ghent University specializing in aquatic ecology and environmental assessment. With a PhD completed in 2017 on stream invertebrate traits, she has established herself as a leading researcher in freshwater ecosystem analysis, particularly focusing on macroinvertebrate communities and water quality assessment across diverse geographical contexts including Belgium, Ecuador, Uganda, and the Galapagos Islands. Her research interests span water quality assessment, macroinvertebrate ecology, ecological modeling, biodiversity monitoring, and environmental impact assessment. Dr. Forio employs advanced statistical and modeling approaches including Bayesian belief networks to analyze complex ecological relationships and inform environmental management decisions. Her work frequently bridges theoretical ecological concepts with practical applications for river basin management and conservation planning. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on functional diversity metrics, habitat suitability modeling, and the development of bioassessment tools for freshwater ecosystems. Her research demonstrates how riparian vegetation, land use practices, and climate change impact aquatic communities, with particular attention to tropical river basins in South America. The integration of taxonomic and functional approaches in her work represents a cutting-edge methodology for comprehensive ecological assessment. Dr. Forio has successfully supervised multiple PhD students to completion, including Jawad Ghafoor (2025), Daniel Mercado Garcia (2023), and Gonzalo Sotomayor (2023), indicating her established position as a research mentor. Her extensive collaboration network, particularly with Peter Goethals (80 co-authored publications), demonstrates her integration within the international freshwater research community. Her research has practical applications for environmental policy and management, with studies directly informing river restoration practices, water quality monitoring programs, and sustainable development initiatives in both European and tropical contexts. The geographical diversity of her fieldwork reflects a commitment to understanding ecological principles across different biomes and socio-ecological contexts.

Ken Haenenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Material Physics
• CVD Diamond Technology
• Opto-Electronics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ken Haenen is a Full Professor at Hasselt University, serving as Vice-Rector for Research & Internationalisation and Head of the WBGM research group within imo-imomec. He holds a doctorate from 2002 and has extensive postdoctoral experience, including at Japan’s National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS). His research focuses on CVD diamond synthesis, opto-electronic characterization, and carbon-based materials for energy applications. He leads international conferences like the Diamond and Carbon Materials Conference (as Chair) and co-leads the Hasselt Diamond Workshop. As Editor-in-Chief of Diamond and Related Materials and MethodsX , he contributes to advancing materials science literature. His career spans roles from tenure-track lecturer (2008) to full professor (2019), with expertise in diamond-based devices, surface functionalization, and quantum sensing applications. His work bridges material synthesis and practical device development, addressing challenges in energy conversion and nanotechnology.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Laser Directed Energy Deposition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zoé Jardon is an Applied Mechanics postdoctoral researcher at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), working within the Applied Mechanics Acoustics & Vibration Research Group. Her research focuses on additive manufacturing processes, particularly laser-based directed energy deposition techniques, with expertise spanning structural health monitoring, residual stress analysis, and crack mitigation in additively manufactured components. Dr. Jardon completed her PhD at VUB, for which she received the prestigious Belgian National Committee for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (NCTAM) Best PhD Thesis Award in 2022 (awarded March 2023) and VUB's Doctoral Derby in 2023. Her doctoral work centered on structural health monitoring systems, building upon two Master's theses she completed at VUB in 2018: one on crack localization verification and another on turbulent noise production in duct systems. Her research program demonstrates exceptional depth in advanced manufacturing technologies, with particular emphasis on thermal management and structural integrity of additively manufactured components. Dr. Jardon's work bridges theoretical mechanics with practical industrial applications, addressing critical challenges in laser-based directed energy deposition processes including powder-gas flow dynamics, residual stress control, and real-time monitoring systems. Her fingerprint analysis reveals strong expertise in Structural Health Monitoring (100%), 3D Printing (55%), Powder Processing (48%), and Laser Materials Processing (47%). Dr. Jardon's publication record shows consistent growth and increasing impact, with 31 research outputs spanning from 2017 to 2025. Her recent work demonstrates a clear trajectory toward developing intelligent manufacturing systems that incorporate in-process monitoring and real-time control to enhance component quality and reliability, moving beyond traditional post-process inspection methods. Her notable achievements include: Belgian National Committee for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (NCTAM) Best PhD Thesis Award 2022 (awarded March 2023) VUB's Doctoral Derby 2023 Physical understanding of propagating waves through eSHM - system for crack localization (October 10, 2019) As principal investigator for the FWOTM1172 project "Thermal history and Residual Stress Control and Mitigation for Hybrid Additive Manufacturing Techniques" (2023-2026), Dr. Jardon leads fundamental research addressing residual stresses in manufacturing processes. She actively contributes to the academic community through conference presentations and workshop organization, recently chairing the VUB Additive Manufacturing Workshop in September 2024. Her collaborative research network includes strong partnerships with colleagues at VUB and beyond, focusing on advancing additive manufacturing technologies for industrial applications. Working within VUB's Applied Mechanics Acoustics & Vibration Research Group, Dr. Jardon contributes to the group's mission of developing innovative solutions for structural analysis and advanced manufacturing challenges. Her leadership in organizing research events and presenting at international conferences demonstrates her growing influence in the additive manufacturing research community.