جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Elliott Ashمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Law and Economics
• Political Economy
• Econometrics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elliott Ash is an Associate Professor of Law, Economics, and Data Science at ETH Zurich's Center for Law & Economics. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics and J.D. from Columbia University, a B.A. in Economics, Government, and Philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin, and an LL.M. in International Criminal Law from the University of Amsterdam. His research focuses on empirical legal studies using econometrics, NLP, and ML, examining topics like judicial behavior, legislative impact, and AI-driven governance. He has been funded by the ERC, Swiss NSF, and others. Research Interests: Elliott explores automation of legal decisions, text-as-data analysis in law, and the intersection of AI with legal systems. He develops tools like BallotBot and LePaRD to enhance legal transparency and public understanding. His work bridges law, economics, and computer science, with publications in top journals like the American Economic Journal and Review of Economics and Statistics . Teaching: Courses include Building a Robot Judge , Natural Language Processing for Law , and Big Data for Public Policy . He co-organizes the Zurich Workshop in AI+Economics and Monash-Warwick-Zurich Text-as-Data Workshops. Awards: European Research Council Starting Grant, Swiss National Science Foundation Grant, and multiple grants from U.S. and Swiss institutions. His work has been featured in NPR , VoxEU , and Georgetown Law Journal . Labs/Teams: Leads the Swiss AI Initiative's Human-AI Alignment team, collaborates with the CEPR on Political Economy research, and serves as an Economic Journal Associate Editor.

Raquel Fernándezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Linguistics
• Dialogue Systems
• Cognitive Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raquel Fernández is Full Professor of Computational Linguistics and Dialogue Systems at the University of Amsterdam, where she leads the Dialogue Modelling Group at the Institute for Logic, Language & Computation (ILLC). As Vice-Director for Research at ILLC and a Fellow of the ELLIS Society, she bridges computational linguistics, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence through her research on language use in multimodal and conversational contexts. PhD in Computational Linguistics from King's College London Prior research positions at University of Potsdam and Stanford University's CSLI Her work explores how cognitive constraints, social interaction, and perception shape language use, with a focus on: Visually-grounded language processing Multimodal dialogue modeling Model uncertainty and calibration Language grounding in multimodal data Language learning and semantic change Dialogue reference resolution Recent publications analyze multimodal reasoning limitations, cross-lingual knowledge consistency, and uncertainty modeling in dialogue systems. She has received multiple accolades including an ERC Consolidator Grant , NWO VENI/VIDI/Aspasia fellowships , and EMNLP/GenBench awards . Outstanding Paper Award (EMNLP 2023) Best Data Award (GenBench Workshop 2023) ELLIS Society Fellow ERC Consolidator Grant #819455 recipient NWO VENI/VIDI/Aspasia awardee As a leader in academic service, she serves on the SIGDAT Executive Committee and chairs multiple conference committees. Her lab develops models for multimodal dialogue, visual storytelling, and grounded language understanding.

Larissa Schlegel-Papeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Poultry Science
• Animal Welfare
• Stress Assessment in Chickens
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Larissa Schlegel-Pape serves as a Scientific Associate at the Department for Ornamental and Pedigree Poultry within the Farm Animal Clinic of Freie Universität Berlin's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Her work focuses on developing innovative methods for assessing chicken welfare through the creation of the "Stressed Chicken Scale," which aims to systematically identify stress indicators in poultry. Her research interests center on animal welfare science, specifically stress assessment in chickens using both behavioral observation and computer vision technology. She investigates how body posture, movement patterns, and other visual indicators can reliably signal discomfort or stress in poultry, with the goal of creating practical assessment tools for veterinarians and poultry farmers. Her work bridges veterinary medicine, ethology, and technological innovation, contributing to refinement research (one of the 3Rs principles) in animal husbandry. Analysis of her publications reveals a strong focus on developing and validating the Stressed Chicken Scale across multiple contexts. Her work spans methodological development, practical implementation studies, and technological integration with computer vision systems. The research demonstrates progression from conceptual framework to validation studies and practical application, with increasing sophistication in assessment techniques and broader implications for animal welfare standards in poultry farming. Schlegel-Pape actively collaborates with the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) and participates in interdisciplinary projects involving artificial intelligence applications in agriculture. She presents her findings regularly at major German veterinary conferences including the DVG (Deutsche Veterinärmedizinische Gesellschaft) events, DACh Epidemiology conferences, and specialized poultry medicine gatherings. Her work contributes significantly to advancing animal welfare assessment methodologies and promoting refinement in poultry husbandry practices.

Kristofer S.J. Pisterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Control Systems
• Robotics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kristofer Pister is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. He co-directs the Berkeley Sensor and Actuator Center (BSAC) and the Ubiquitous Swarm Lab. His career spans groundbreaking innovations in Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS), Control Systems, and Low-Power Circuits, with a focus on Smart Dust and synthetic insects. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in EECS from UC Berkeley (1992, 1989); B.A. in Applied Physics from UC San Diego (1986). His research areas include MEMS , Control Systems , Robotics , and Integrated Circuits , with recent work on self-powered micro-sensors, crystal-free radios, and interplanetary swarm networks. Key awards include the ISA Albert F. Sperry Founder Award (2009) , Alexander Schwarzkopf Prize (2006) , and the NSF CAREER Award (1996) . He has authored numerous influential publications in wireless sensor networks and microrobotics. His lab, Ubiquitous Swarm Lab , explores distributed robotics and swarm intelligence. Pister emphasizes open collaboration in research, ethical conduct in academia, and efficient resource utilization for graduate students.

• Embedded Machine Learning
• High-Performance Computing
• Computer Architecture
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Holger Fröning is a full professor at Heidelberg University’s Institute of Computer Engineering (ZITI), where he leads the Hardware and Artificial Intelligence (HAWAII) Lab. His research focuses on embedded machine learning , high-performance computing , and hardware-software co-design , with emphasis on resource efficiency, power optimization, and emerging architectures like analog , photonic , and resistive memory systems. He has held leadership roles including Managing Director of ZITI (2023–present) and Dean of Studies for Computer Science (2019–2022) , and has collaborated with institutions such as NVIDIA Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Graz University of Technology. Research Trends : His recent publications explore Bayesian neural networks , green machine learning , analog computing noise mitigation , and GPU/FPGA optimization . Articles highlight photonic computing for AI , memory-efficient training , and hardware-aware DNN compression . Scientific Awards : 2025 HiPEAC Paper Award (Nature Computational Science) 2014 Google Faculty Research Award Multiple Best Paper Awards (IPDPS, ICPP, ECML-PKDD workshops) Leadership & Service : Organized workshops (WEML, ITEM, F4HD), chaired tracks at EuroPar and ISC, and served on program committees for ICPR, ECAI, and FPL. Education & Affiliations : PhD and MSc from University of Mannheim (2007/2001). Sponsors include DFG, FWF, FFG, NVIDIA, SAP, and XILINX.

Qingguo Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanical system design
• Energy harvesting
• Wearable sensors
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Qingguo Li is a Professor and Associate Head at the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering , Queen's University , and a member of the Ingenuity Labs Research Institute . He specializes in biomechanical system design, energy harvesting, wearable sensors, gait analysis, and load carriage systems. His research integrates robotics, biomedical engineering, and sensor technology to develop human-centric devices and mobility aids. Current Roles : Professor, Associate Head, Queen's University Research Institute : Ingenuity Labs Research Institute Lab : Bio-Mechatronics and Robotics Laboratory His work focuses on biomechanical energy harvesting , IMU-based motion analysis , and assistive device development . Key applications include stroke rehabilitation, gait monitoring, and wearable power generation systems. Articles span cable-driven robots , smart walkers , and 3D printing mechanisms , emphasizing human-robot interaction and dynamic modeling . The lab explores sensor calibration , adaptive control algorithms , and human movement optimization . Areas of impact include rehabilitation engineering , load carriage stability , wearable sensor accuracy , and assistive robotics . His team develops solutions for gait asymmetry detection , post-stroke mobility , and low-cost energy systems , leveraging machine learning and kinetic modeling .

Tulika Mitraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hardware-Software Co-design
• Real-Time Embedded Systems
• Energy-Efficient Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Tulika Mitra is the Dean of the School of Computing and Vice Provost (Special Projects) at the National University of Singapore (NUS). She holds the Provost’s Chair Professor in the Department of Computer Science and has been instrumental in shaping academic policies and strategic initiatives at NUS since joining in 2001. PhD in Computer Science, Stony Brook University (2000) M.E. in Computer Science, Indian Institute of Science (1997) B.E. in Computer Science, Jadavpur University (1995) Her research focuses on hardware-software co-design for energy-efficient computing systems, particularly in real-time embedded systems, heterogeneous architectures, and AI accelerators. She leads major research programs such as the NRF Competitive Research Programme on Low-Power Edge Accelerators and the MOE Tier-3 Programme on Green AI , collaborating with industry leaders like ARM, AMD, and Meta. Her recent publications highlight innovations in CGRA optimization , sparse attention mechanisms , photonic-digital hybrid architectures , and low-power ML inference . These works often integrate compiler techniques, architectural design, and real-time constraints for edge computing applications. Scientific Awards : ESWEEK Test-of-Time Award (2022), ACM SIGDA Distinguished Service Award, IEEE CEDA Outstanding Service Recognition Award, Teaching Excellence Award (2006), and multiple best paper recognitions. Education Leadership : Spearheaded the Computer Engineering (CEG) Programme at NUS, a joint initiative between Engineering and Computing. As a mentor , she has supervised over 25 PhD students , many now in prominent academic or industrial roles. Her research group eCO Lab focuses on embedded computing challenges, while her grant collaborations include projects on 5G base stations, reconfigurable architectures, and IoT-optimized SoCs.

Gerd Bruderمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gerd Bruder is an Associate Professor at the University of Central Florida , affiliated with the Department of Computer Science . He previously held positions as a Research Associate Professor at UCF's Institute for Simulation and Training (2016-2022), Post-Doc at University of Hamburg (2014-2016), and Post-Doc at University of Würzburg (2011-2014). Habilitation : Computer Science, University of Hamburg (2017) Ph.D. : Computer Science, University of Münster (2011) M.Sc. : Computer Science (minor in Mathematics), University of Münster (2009) Research Interests : Gerd Bruder's work focuses on Extended Reality (XR) systems, spanning Virtual Reality (VR) , Augmented Reality (AR) , and Mixed Reality (MR) . Key areas include human factors , digital twins , 3D user interfaces , and perceptual modeling , with applications in healthcare, military operations, architecture, and smart environments. Recent Publications highlight innovations in XR locomotion , trust calibration with autonomous agents, spatial cognition , and haptic-visual integration . His 2025 articles address task-switching efficiency in XR and collaborative mixed reality design. Scientific Awards : Best Paper at ACM VRST 2023 2021 TechConnect Innovation Award Best Demo at ACM SUI 2021 Multiple Best Paper Awards (2016-2023) Best Poster & Demo Awards (2015-2020) Patents include systems for medical simulation , smart environment interruption management , and adaptive AR interfaces . His work bridges academic research and practical applications across VR, AR, and MR domains.

Surya Ganguliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theoretical Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Surya Ganguli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in Neurobiology and Electrical Engineering. He serves as Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI and is affiliated with the Stanford Neuroscience Institute , Bio-X , and Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute . His research spans theoretical neuroscience, machine learning, and statistical mechanics. Ph.D. , UC Berkeley, Theoretical Physics (2004) M.A. , UC Berkeley, Physics (2000) M.A. , UC Berkeley, Mathematics (2004) M.Eng. , MIT, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1998) B.S. , MIT, Physics (1998) B.S. , MIT, Mathematics (1998) B.S. , MIT, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1998) His lab explores how higher-level cognitive phenomena emerge from neural network dynamics, focusing on perception, memory, attention, and decision-making . Research themes include statistical mechanics of learning , neural representational geometry , and biologically plausible learning rules . Current work examines nonlinear interactions in neural networks through the Schmidt Science Polymath Award (2023). Key article trends reveal expertise in neural coding limits (2022 Nature), synaptic plasticity models (2022 Neural Computation), and deep learning theory (2022 NeurIPS publications). His 2019 Annual Review chapter on statistical mechanics of deep learning established foundational insights into network criticality. Scientific Awards : NSF Career Award (2019) Simons Foundation Investigator (2016) McKnight Scholar Award (2015) James S. McDonnell Foundation Scholar (2014) Sloan Research Fellow (2013) As advisor, he mentors 10+ doctoral students across Applied Physics, Neurosciences, and Computer Science, including Vamshi Balanaga and Mason Kamb. His lab collaborates with experimental teams at Stanford and beyond, supported by grants from NSF , Simons Foundation , and Swartz Foundation . The Neural Dynamics & Computation Lab unites physicists, mathematicians, and neuroscientists to decode cognition through interdisciplinary methods.

• Computer Architecture
• Computer Hardware
• Energy Efficiency
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nam Sung Kim is the W. J. "Jerry" Sanders III-Advanced Micro Devices Inc. Endowed Chair and holds a Professorship in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois. He is also affiliated with the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science, Coordinated Science Lab, and National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). His research focuses on computer architecture, memory systems, chiplet integration, and hardware security. Key areas include energy-efficient computing, processing-in-memory (PIM), and mitigating hardware vulnerabilities like rowhammer attacks. Kim has received prestigious awards including IEEE Fellow (2016), MICRO Hall of Fame (2018), NAI Fellow (2023), and NSF CAREER Award (2015). His work spans publications in top venues like ASPLOS and IEEE journals, addressing topics such as CXL-based memory systems, DRAM module optimization, and GPU architecture improvements. Collaborations emphasize interdisciplinary research in hardware-software co-design and emerging technologies. His labs and teams at Coordinated Science Lab and NCSA drive innovations in scalable computing, near-memory processing, and cloud infrastructure for AI workloads. Ongoing projects include developing resilient memory hierarchies and accelerating large-scale machine learning models through novel architecture designs.

Elisa Donatiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuromorphic Engineering
• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Wearable Healthcare Technologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elisa Donati is a researcher and independent group leader at the Institute of Neuroinformatics , affiliated with both the University of Zurich and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich . Her work bridges neuromorphic engineering, biomedical signal processing, and wearable healthcare technologies, with a focus on creating brain-inspired systems for neuroprosthetics and rehabilitation. Affiliation: Institute of Neuroinformatics, University of Zurich & ETH Zurich Email: elisa@ini.uzh.ch Elisa’s research emphasizes developing neuromorphic signal processing strategies for wearable and embedded systems, enabling real-time closed-loop interactions with the nervous system. She specializes in translating neuroscience insights into energy-efficient technologies for digital health applications, including neuroprosthetics and personalized biomedical devices using neuromorphic hardware. Her recent publications (2024–2025) highlight advancements in gesture recognition via EMG and event-based systems, neuromorphic heart rate monitoring , and spiking neural network architectures . These works span biomedical signal processing, low-power computing, and adaptive algorithms, reflecting her commitment to robust, real-time, and brain-inspired solutions for healthcare. Elisa’s contributions to neuromorphic computing are evident in her exploration of heterogeneous population encoding , event-driven processing , and ultra-low-power microcontrollers . Her projects often integrate wearable systems with neuroscience, aiming to improve prosthetic control and rehabilitation technologies .

Jiwon Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Transport Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jiwon Kim is a leading researcher in Transport Engineering at the University of Queensland's School of Civil Engineering. She serves as Director of Higher Degree by Research and was a DECRA Fellow from 2019-2022. Holding degrees from Korea University and Northwestern University, she specializes in AI/ML applications for transportation systems. PhD, Northwestern University BS & MS, Korea University Her research focuses on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications in transportation, including: Deep learning for traffic management Reinforcement learning in mixed traffic environments Multi-agent systems for urban mobility optimization Spatiotemporal trajectory analysis Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Eco-driving strategies Traffic incident prediction Queue length estimation Crash risk modeling Scientific recognition includes: ARC DECRA Fellowship (2019-2022) She supervises doctoral students in: Transportation data analytics Autonomous vehicle systems Intelligent traffic management Current projects explore real-time traffic monitoring, synthetic mobility data generation, and connected vehicle technologies.

• Machine Learning
• Reinforcement Learning
• Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Georg Martius is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Science and a Max Planck Research Group Leader at the MPI for Intelligent Systems. Since April 2023, he has been a core member of the DFG-funded Cluster of Excellence 'Machine Learning: New Perspectives for Science,' which received extended funding through 2032 for its mission to integrate machine learning into fundamental scientific discovery processes. His academic foundation includes a PhD from the University of Göttingen and Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience (2005), a Diploma in Computer Science from the University of Leipzig (2003), and a visiting research period at the University of Edinburgh's Division of Informatics. Postdoctoral positions followed at the Max Planck Institutes for Dynamics and Self-Organization (Göttingen, 2009), Mathematics in the Sciences (Leipzig, 2010), and IST Austria (2015). Professor Martius's research pioneers the intersection of reinforcement learning, robotics, and tactile sensing, with emphasis on developing autonomous systems capable of natural locomotion, dexterous manipulation, and physical-world understanding. His work bridges theoretical machine learning with practical hardware applications, particularly in creating differentiable simulators, superresolution tactile sensors, and biologically plausible learning frameworks for robotic control. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in offline reinforcement learning (especially goal-conditioned and diversity-maximization techniques), object-centric representation learning for video understanding, and tactile sensing innovations. A strong thread connects foundation models to world model construction, while his work on differentiable physics engines enables precise collision handling and contact dynamics for real-world robotic control. His leadership roles include directing the Distributed Intelligence research team at Tübingen and contributing to major collaborative initiatives like the Real Robot Challenge and Myochallenge 2022. The Cluster of Excellence appointment represents recognition of his contributions to transforming scientific methodology through machine learning, particularly in automating hypothesis generation and experimental design. Current projects focus on integrating large-scale machine learning with embodied intelligence, advancing tactile perception systems like the Minsight vision-based sensor, and developing neuroplasticity-inspired approaches for robust out-of-distribution detection. His work directly impacts fields requiring physical interaction intelligence, from autonomous navigation to medical robotics, with emphasis on sample-efficient learning from limited real-world data.

Brett Sandersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Flood modeling and prediction
• Coastal and urban flooding
• Hydrological modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Brett Sanders is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Samueli School of Engineering, University of California, Irvine. His research focuses on developing innovative algorithms for flow and transport in river and coastal systems and integrating information technologies to create more accurate and efficient simulation tools for flood hazard assessment. His primary research interests include: Flooding and erosion hazards, particularly coastal flooding and urban flooding Surface water quality Low impact development impacts on hydrology Dam-break flooding Aerial and terrestrial lidar scanning Geographical information systems High performance computing for simulation tools Social dimensions of flood risk and adaptation behaviors Dr. Sanders' recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a comprehensive research program addressing both technical and social aspects of flood risk. His work spans computational hydrodynamics, flood hazard mapping, infrastructure vulnerability assessment, and the socioeconomic dimensions of flood risk. He has made significant contributions to understanding multi-grid modeling of urban flooding, post-fire flood hazards, satellite-based monitoring of land motion, and social inequalities in flood exposure. His research demonstrates how flood dynamics are more complex than simple bath-tub filling models suggest, with important implications for urban planning and climate adaptation. Dr. Sanders has received recognition as a Chancellor's Professor at UC Irvine, indicating distinguished scholarly achievement. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (1997) M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (1994) B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley (1993)

• Edge Computing
• Fog Computing
• Distributed Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Umakishore Ramachandran is a Professor in the School of Computer Science within the College of Computing at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research spans edge computing, distributed systems, and real-time video analytics, with significant contributions to fog computing infrastructure, mobile systems, and sensor networks. Over a prolific 38-year career, he has authored 142 publications with major contributions in 2022-2025. His research interests focus on bridging the gap between cloud and edge computing, with pioneering work in video analytics systems like EVA and MicroEdge. He investigates resource optimization for latency-sensitive applications, developing novel approaches for load shedding, data management, and container runtime efficiency at the network edge. His work addresses fundamental challenges in distributed camera networks, autonomous vehicle systems, and real-time stream processing. Ramachandran's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical edge computing solutions, with 75% of his 2021-2025 work focusing on video analytics and infrastructure optimization. His research shows increasing collaboration with industry partners while maintaining academic rigor, with publications appearing in top venues like SIGMOD, Middleware, and DEBS. The work consistently addresses real-world constraints of resource-constrained edge environments. Ramachandran has mentored numerous researchers who have become principal investigators on edge computing projects, with notable collaborators including Harshit Gupta, Enrique Saurez, and Zhuangdi Xu appearing as first authors on multiple papers. His work has received significant grant support for projects related to mobile fog computing and distributed video analytics. He leads research in the Edge Computing Laboratory at Georgia Tech, focusing on the development of practical frameworks for real-world deployment of edge infrastructure. Current projects include eCAV for connected autonomous vehicles and MicroEdge for multi-tenant camera processing systems.