جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Pain Management
• Occupational Health
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Dr. Andrea Aegerter is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Lucerne , affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine . Her research focuses on musculoskeletal disorders, workplace health, and pain management, particularly in office workers. She leads projects like NEXpro, investigating interventions to reduce neck/back pain and improve work productivity. Dr. Aegerter also holds operational and strategic roles in initiatives addressing low back pain through personalized exercise medicine. Her academic background includes a PhD from the University of Zurich and advanced degrees in physiotherapy from Zurich University of Applied Sciences. She contributed to studies at the University of Bern and Zurich University of Applied Sciences, exploring online workplace interventions and pain reduction strategies. Dr. Aegerter actively participates in academic conferences (e.g., European Public Health Conference, Eurospine Congress) and maintains a teaching fellowship alongside her clinical practice as a physiotherapist. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to improve physical and mental well-being in occupational settings. Key projects include the NEXpro intervention, which combines ergonomic adjustments and exercise programs to mitigate neck pain. She has also analyzed pandemic impacts on workplace health and utilizes virtual platforms (e.g., WeMoveVirtual) for musculoskeletal pain management. Dr. Aegerter's work bridges clinical practice, research, and education, with a focus on translating evidence into actionable workplace health policies and interventions.

• Political Science
• Political Communication
• European Union Politics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Alexander Trechsel is a Full Professor of Political Science and Political Communication at the University of Lucerne's Department of Political Science within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Born in Bern (CH) in 1971, he holds a PhD in Political Science (with highest distinction) from the University of Geneva (1999). He served as the Swiss Chair in Federalism and Democracy at the European University Institute (2005–2016), including as Head of the Department for Political and Social Sciences (2013–2016). He has also been a Faculty Fellow at Harvard University's Berkman Center for Internet and Society (2012–2015) and a Faculty Associate there since 2015. His research focuses on political communication, electoral behavior, European Union politics, democratic innovation, and the role of digital technologies in governance. Key themes include voting advice applications (VAAs), transnational party positioning, e-voting systems, and the democratic deficit in EU institutions. He has led major projects like euandi analyzing EU election dynamics and InDivEU exploring citizen-political system alignment. Trechsel's work bridges academia and public engagement, emphasizing tools like VAAs to enhance voter decision-making and democratic accountability. His contributions address contemporary challenges in representative democracy, including polarization, electoral participation, and institutional reform across Europe. He currently holds a permanent faculty position at the University of Lucerne, where he also contributes to programs in Political Sciences and interdisciplinary initiatives like the Lucerne Master in Computational Social Sciences (LUMACSS).

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Recommender Systems
• Deep Reinforcement Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ingram Sandy is a Professor at the Haute école d'ingénierie et d'architecture de Fribourg (HES-SO), part of the iSIS Institute for Intelligent and Secure Systems. Her research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction, Recommender Systems, and Digital Wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on applying technology to education and workplace environments. She leads and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects addressing challenges in smart environments, user experience design, and AI integration in learning platforms. Key projects include developing serious games for mental health support (Sesame Project), workplace comfort systems (SpotOn), and chatbot-enhanced educational tools. She has also contributed to frameworks like eLogBook and Graasp, aiming to bridge formal and informal learning through social software innovations. Her work spans over 15 years, with publications in top venues like IEEE, ACM, and international conferences on human-computer interaction and learning technologies. Ingram Sandy’s research interests span from foundational AI methods (reinforcement learning, deep learning) to applied domains like digital wellbeing assessment, smart office comfort modeling, and chatbot-mediated education. She actively collaborates with industry partners (e.g., OrchardAI) and academic networks across Switzerland and Europe. Her contributions highlight the intersection of technology, human behavior, and educational design.

Johannes Judمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Self-Regulated Learning
• Teacher Professional Competencies
• Motivation
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Johannes Jud is a Project Assistant at the Department of Upper Secondary Education with Special Focus on Research on Teaching and Learning, Institute of Education (IfE), University of Zurich. His work centers on self-regulated learning, teacher professional competencies, and motivation in educational contexts. PhD in Educational Sciences (2020), University of Basel Teaching Diploma (2018), School of Education Bern MSc in Geography (2018), University of Bern BSc in Geography with minor in Economics (2013), University of Fribourg Research focuses on self-regulated learning mechanisms, teacher competency assessment , and motivational frameworks like expectancy-value theory . He explores how teachers' professional development programs influence classroom practices and student outcomes, with a strong emphasis on metacognition , mindset studies , and diagnostic methodologies for lifelong learning in digitalized environments. Recent publications analyze video-based classroom insights, digital tools for measuring self-regulated learning strategies, and the interplay between teacher motivation and student achievement. Collaborative projects with Prof. Yves Karlen examine how teachers' success expectancies and costs affect their promotion of self-regulated learning.

Marla Metternichمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Biofluid Dynamics
• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marla Metternich is a doctoral student in the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zürich, affiliated with the Professur f. Geophys. Fluiddynamik (Chair of Geophysical Fluid Dynamics). Her research focuses on computational modeling of fluid dynamics, particularly in geophysical and biomedical contexts such as cilia-driven particle transport in lungs. She actively collaborates with institutions like Imperial College London and Helmholtz Munich through interdisciplinary programs like the Imperial-TUM joint doctoral academy.

Florian Dörflerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Control Systems
• Optimization
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Florian Dörfler is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering and Deputy Head of the Automatic Control Laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara (2013), and a Diplom in Engineering Cybernetics from the University of Stuttgart (2008). Prior to ETH, he was an Assistant Professor at UCLA (2013–2014). His research focuses on distributed control and optimization in complex systems, including smart grids, robotic coordination, and social networks. Key areas include power grid stability, online feedback optimization, and data-driven control. He has advised students who received or were finalists for prestigious awards at major conferences such as the European Control Conference and American Control Conference. Notable awards include the IFAC Manfred Thoma Medal (2020), European Control Award (2020), and IEEE Circuits and Systems Best Paper Award (2016). His work spans theoretical advancements and practical applications, with contributions to stability analysis, decentralized control, and energy systems. Led the Automatic Control Laboratory and contributes to ETH Zurich’s broader efforts in cyber-physical systems. Active in academic service, including editorial roles and conference organization. His lab develops cutting-edge solutions for grid resilience, distributed optimization, and networked systems.

Robert W. Sumnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Computer Graphics
• Mesh Processing
• Inverse Kinematics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert W. Sumner is an Adjunct Professor at ETH Zurich and Associate Director at Disney Research Zurich. He specializes in computer graphics, focusing on mesh deformation, inverse kinematics, and game programming. His work bridges academic research and industry applications, particularly in 3D modeling and animation. Affiliations: Disney Research Zurich, ETH Zurich Education: PhD in Computer Science from MIT (2005), MSc from MIT (2001) Research Interests: Developing algorithms for shape manipulation, deformation transfer, and game development. Notable contributions include the ETH Game Programming Laboratory course and foundational work on mesh-based inverse kinematics. Key Projects: Curvature-domain shape processing, embedded deformation techniques, and deformation transfer between 3D models.

Rico Zenklusenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Combinatorial Optimization
• Theoretical Computer Science
• Network Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Rico Zenklusen is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Deputy Head of the Institute for Operations Research at ETH Zurich. He previously held positions at Johns Hopkins University and conducted postdoctoral research at MIT and EPFL. His research focuses on Combinatorial Optimization, including algorithm design for complex optimization problems using structures like matroids, submodular functions, and polyhedral methods, with applications in Theoretical Computer Science and Graph Theory. Education: PhD in Mathematics from ETH Zurich Master's degree in Mathematics from EPFL Research Interests: Combinatorial Optimization, Network Design, Submodular Maximization, Matroid Theory, and Applications in Operations Research. His work emphasizes efficient algorithms for optimization problems with real-world applications, such as train engine scheduling, operating room management, and rolling stock scheduling for railways. Grants & Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (ICOPT) Swiss National Science Foundation Support Students & Advising: Advises PhD and master’s students in optimization and related fields. Current and past students include Adam Kurpisz, Etienne Bamas, and Vera Traub. Visit the group page for project opportunities. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Zenklusen Group, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects with industries like BLS Cargo (train engine optimization) and the SBB (rolling stock scheduling). Active in ETH Zurich's AI Center for complex system research.

Colin Madenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Mass Spectrometry
• Analytical Instrumentation
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Dr. Colin Maden is a senior scientist at ETH Zurich's Institute of Geochemistry and Petrology, working under Professors Maria Schönbächler and Derek Vance. He specializes in isotope geochemistry and cosmochemistry, focusing on advancing analytical instrumentation like mass spectrometers. His role includes overseeing 15 mass spectrometers, 190 m² of clean labs, and IT infrastructure for the isotope geochemistry groups. Key research involves developing a Thermal Ionisation Cavity (TIC) source to enhance TIMS efficiency, collaborating with CEA, France. His career spans physics studies at ETH Zurich (BS 1998, PhD 2003), postdoctoral work on SuperSIMS, and roles at SUERC and the Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre. Education: BSc and PhD in Physics from ETH Zurich (1998, 2003). Research Interests: Instrumentation optimization for Earth sciences, noble gas analysis, and application of advanced mass spectrometry techniques. Current projects include enhancing TIMS for picogram-scale analysis of extraterrestrial samples and simulating ionization processes via software like Sofie. Lab Infrastructure: Manages a state-of-the-art facility including MC-TIMS, MC-ICPMS, and custom noble gas systems. Collaborates internationally on projects like analyzing Hayabusa2 asteroid samples. Grants & Awards: No specific awards listed, but his work contributes to major space missions and instrument development programs. Labs/Teams: Plays a central role in the Isotope Geochemistry groups at ETH, coordinating instrument development and sample analysis for cosmic and terrestrial materials.

• Agricultural Economics
• Agricultural Policy
• Sustainability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Robert Finger is a Full Professor at the Department of Management, Technology, and Economics at ETH Zürich, and Head of the World Food System Center. He holds a PhD from ETH Zürich (2009) and has held academic positions at Wageningen University (2012–2014) and the University of Bonn (2014–2016). His research focuses on agricultural economics, policy evaluation, and sustainability, emphasizing farm-level decisions and their linkages with environment, markets, and policy. He has published over 250 peer-reviewed papers and received accolades such as the ETH Medal and GEWISOLA Prize. Teaching responsibilities include courses at ETH's Agricultural Sciences program, doctoral programs, and continuing education. He chairs the World Food System Center, promoting interdisciplinary research on sustainable food systems, and leads the steering committee for a major ETH Domain open research data initiative. He is an editor for journals like the European Review of Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Systems , and co-founded the Agrarpolitik Blog to disseminate research insights to non-academic audiences. His research spans climate change adaptation, pesticide policy, risk management, and EU agricultural reforms. Notable awards include the 'Outstanding Journal Article Award' (2021) and the Societal Impact Award (2021). Under his leadership, eight team members have advanced to professorships at global universities.

Georgia Pierrouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Electric Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Optimization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Georgia Pierrou is a Research Fellow at ETH Zurich's Power Systems Laboratory, specializing in dynamic analysis, optimization, and control of electric power systems integrating renewable energy and electrified transportation. She holds a PhD from McGill University and a M.Eng. from National Technical University of Athens. Her research focuses on developing data-driven methods for power system stability, wide-area voltage control using PMUs, and optimal integration of electric vehicles in railway energy systems. She investigates renewable energy coordination, grid resilience against cyber threats, and stochastic modeling of power system dynamics. Her publications show consistent focus on renewable-integrated power systems, with recent work emphasizing EV charging optimization in transportation networks and physics-informed data methods for grid management. Awards & Honors: Future Digileaders (2023) Best Poster Award (2023) EECS Rising Stars (2022) D.W. Ambridge Prize (2022) Green Talents Award (2021) AQPER Student Contest Finalist (2020) McGill GREAT Award (2019) Constantina N. Frangouli Scholarship (2019) George Kontaxis Award (2018) Stiftung Mercator Scholarship (2016) She leads projects including RailPower for future railway energy systems and teaches power system dynamics, optimization, and sustainable energy courses at ETH Zurich. She mentors students in power systems research and sustainable mobility solutions.

Christophe Randinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Climate Change Biology
• Ecological Modeling
• Plant Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christophe Randin is a Researcher at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne. His work focuses on understanding how species distributions respond to climate change, particularly in alpine and mountain ecosystems. He holds a PhD from the University of Lausanne and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Colorado (INSTAAR) and the University of Basel as part of the ERC TREELIM project. His research integrates field experiments, ecological modeling, and historical data analysis, with key areas including plant phenology, biodiversity conservation, and socio-ecological systems. Notable projects include the 'Herbier vaudois 2.0' leveraging historical herbarium records and the 'Atlas Scientifique du Mont Blanc' under the EU-funded PIT program. Randin’s publications emphasize high-resolution land use forecasting, vegetation dynamics, and climate impacts on ecosystems. He has co-supervised PhD students like Daphné Asse and contributed to tools like the 'ecospat' R package for ecological modeling.

• Parallel Computing
• Java Virtual Machine (JVM) Optimization
• Performance Profiling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Walter Binder is a Full Professor in the Faculty of Informatics at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI). He holds a MSc, PhD, and venia docendi from Vienna University of Technology. Previously, he was a senior researcher at the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, EPFL. His research focuses on program transformations, virtual execution environments, aspect-oriented programming, profiling, and resource management. Education: MSc from Vienna University of Technology PhD from Vienna University of Technology Venia docendi (Habilitation) from Vienna University of Technology Research Interests: His work spans JVM optimization, parallel computing, and dynamic program analysis. Notable contributions include tools like Renaissance (a JVM benchmark suite), S2S (SQL-to-Stream translator), and Akkaprof (profiler for actor-based systems). He explores topics such as thread management, vectorization, and performance profiling in distributed systems. Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes JVM performance (e.g., Java Vector API, Native Image optimizations), parallel execution policies (NAS benchmarks), and adaptive runtime systems (e.g., MPR framework). He also investigates big data systems (Spark, Node.js) and runtime verification tools. Grants & Labs: Leads projects on JVM profiling, polyglot runtimes, and large-scale program analysis. His lab develops tools like NodeMOP for Node.js and AccStream for stream processing systems.

Stefan G. Schmidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Constitutional Law
• State Organization Law
• Federalism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Stefan G. Schmid is a Full Professor of Public Law with a specialization in Constitutional Law at the University of St. Gallen, affiliated with the Law School . He holds a lic. iur. (1998) and Dr. iur. (2003) from the University of Zurich, followed by a habilitation in 2017. His career includes roles as a research assistant, legal officer in cantonal/federal institutions, and assistant professor at the University of Bern (2008–2014). He served as a visiting scholar at UC Berkeley in 2010 and became a full professor at St. Gallen in 2019. He co-directs the Centre for the History of Public Law and leads the PhD program in Law (DLS). His research focuses on State Organization Law (federalism/democracy), Comparative Public Law , and Constitutional History , with interdisciplinary ties to political philosophy. Recent work includes studies on mandatory referendums for international treaties and parliamentary declarations in Swiss/EU contexts. He co-teaches the innovative HSG im Bundeshaus course, offering students hands-on parliamentary simulation experiences with federal officials. Prof. Schmid advises theses in constitutional law and public policy, supervising students through structured research proposals. He collaborates with assistants like Luca Müller and Cédric Schad, leading a team based at the Chair of Public Law in St. Gallen. His affiliations include the Swiss Society for Constitutional Law and editorial roles in legal journals.

Johannes Binswangerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Macroeconomics
• Behavioral Economics
• Economic Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Johannes Binswanger is a Professor of Business Administration and Economics at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), affiliated with the Swiss Institute for Applied Economics (SIAW). He serves as Managing Director of the SIAW Institute and leads research on agent expectations, economic system dynamics, and data literacy education. His work integrates theoretical and empirical methods to analyze how limited understanding of economic environments impacts macroeconomic fluctuations and decision-making. Education & Roles: Professor at University of St. Gallen Managing Director, SIAW Institute Executive MBA Program Lead for Economics/Data Science Research Interests: Expectation formation in macroeconomic systems Cognitive models influencing agent decisions Data literacy tools like DataSight for education Key Projects: DataSight application (developed 2015) for interactive data analysis in teaching and research Investigates belief diversity's role in innovation success and economic growth Awards & Grants: Undisclosed Team & Collaboration: PhD students: Franziska Bender, Camilla Erencin, Albert Flak Cross-institutional use of DataSight at ZHAW and University of Lucerne