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Irene Taurino is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Faculty of Engineering Science at KU Leuven, affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT). She leads the Laboratory of Electrochemical Materials and Bio Interfaces (eMATI), focusing on nano- and microtechnologies for biomedical applications. Her work emphasizes developing advanced electrochemical systems for therapeutic and sensing purposes, including biodegradable platforms and stretchable substrates. Research Interests: Electrochemistry, Nanotechnology, (Bio)sensing, Drug delivery, Bimetals/Metal Oxides, and Smart materials. Projects include HumiPlast (plant transpiration sensors), QuantPAH (firefighter health monitoring), and TALENT (thin-film deposition technologies). She holds leadership roles in Leuven One Health, LIMNI, and the Plant Institute. Advising & Grants: Promotes/Co-promotes 10+ projects on biosensors, CO2 electroreduction, and smart farming. Key roles in funding initiatives like EU Horizon and industry partnerships. Labs/Teams: Heads eMATI, fostering interdisciplinary research in bioelectronics and soft materials. Emphasizes creativity and translational research from fundamental science to practical applications.

• Electrochemistry
• Nanotechnology
• Microfabrication
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Geert Deconinck is a full professor at KU Leuven , leading the Electrical Energy Systems and Applications (ELECTA) research group within the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT). He also serves as scientific leader of the EnergyVille research center's algorithms domain, focusing on smart electrical networks and thermal systems. M.Sc. and Ph.D. from KU Leuven Head of ELECTA since 2012 (10 professors, 8 postdocs, 70+ PhDs) Over 8 million EUR research budget in last 5 years 44 completed PhDs and 10 current advisees IEEE Transactions editorial board member His research spans smart grid architectures , distributed control , and cyber-physical security , with recent focus on EV-grid integration , renewable energy democratization , and multi-carrier energy systems . Current projects include: Smart Charging - E-Mobility meets Renewable Energy Early Detection and Defense Systems for Smart Grids Open-source P2P energy sharing platforms Microgrid control strategies for PV-battery systems Awarded IET Fellow and IEEE Senior Member status, his work combines machine learning with power systems engineering through both theoretical modeling and experimental validation . He has contributed over 575 publications with 9800+ Google Scholar citations.

• Smart Grids
• Distributed Control Systems
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Johan Driesen is a full Professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Sciences, where he serves as Department Head of Electrical Energy Systems and Applications (ELECTA) and Director of the KU Leuven Institute for Energy and Society (KIEM). He also holds leadership positions at EnergyVille as Division Head and Subdivision Head. His work spans both academic and applied research in electrical energy systems. His research interests focus on renewable energy integration, power electronics, electrical drives, electric vehicles, and smart grids. Driesen's work particularly emphasizes distributed generation of electricity, with significant contributions to floating photovoltaics, offshore wind integration, and low-voltage DC systems. His research group actively investigates the optimization of grid integration for renewable energy sources and the development of advanced power electronic converters. Driesen's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of renewable energy systems, with particular focus on reliability analysis of low-voltage DC systems, optimization of PV-battery systems, and integration of electric vehicles with renewable energy sources. His work bridges theoretical analysis with real-world implementation challenges. Laureate prize of the Belgian Royal Society of Electrotechnics (KBVE/SRBE) 'Research and Development' for master theses 1996 2nd place in final round IEEE Region 8 Student Paper Contest 1997 in München, Germany Laureate biannual prize 'R.Sinave' of the Belgian Royal Society of Electrotechnics (KBVE/SRBE) for best PhDs 2002 Driesen has supervised numerous students and researchers, including J. Despeghel who completed work on residential PV-battery system optimization. His current research portfolio includes substantial projects such as Flux50 (working on the future energy system), solar and wind energy in the Belgian marine zone, and smart charging solutions that integrate e-mobility with renewable energy. He serves as promoter or co-promoter on multiple major research initiatives with funding extending through 2028. At EnergyVille, Driesen leads research teams working on cutting-edge energy solutions, with particular focus on DC systems, grid integration challenges, and the development of innovative power electronic solutions for renewable energy applications. His work has significant industrial relevance and practical implementation potential.

• Renewable Energy
• Power Electronics
• Electrical Drives
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Pedro Fardim is a Professor at the KU Leuven , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Sciences, Department of Chemical Engineering , and leads the Chemical and Biochemical Reactor Technology and Safety (CREaS) division. He also serves as President of EPNOE (European Polysaccharide Network of Excellence) and is a member of multiple institutes including KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI) , Institute for Single Cell Omics (LISCO) , and Institute for Micro- and Nano-scale Integration (LIMNI) . PhD in Chemistry, State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil Habilitation in Chemical Engineering, Åbo Akademi University, Finland Pedro’s research focuses on topochemical engineering —mimicking natural bioassembly processes in trees and microorganisms to create sustainable materials and biofabrication technologies . His work spans drug delivery , regenerative medicine , biopolymer engineering , and green chemistry , with applications in pharmaceuticals , cosmetics , and energy . Recent projects include hydrogels for wearable sensors , biohybrid materials for bone tissue engineering , and lignin valorization using hydrotropic solvents. His scientific awards include Fellowships from the Royal Society of Chemistry and the International Academy of Wood Science , along with membership in the American Chemical Society . He teaches Chemical Engineering for Human Health , Biochemical Process Engineering , and Biopolymer-based Sustainable Technologies .

• Chemical Engineering for Human Health
• Biochemical Process Engineering
• Biomass Engineering
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Nick Gys is a Research Fellow in the Department of Materials and Chemistry at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels, Belgium, specializing in surface modification of materials and sustainable engineering applications. His work bridges experimental and computational approaches to address challenges in materials science and environmental remediation. Dr. Gys's research centers on the surface chemistry of metal oxides, particularly titanium dioxide functionalized with organophosphonic acids. He investigates how molecular parameters like chain length and pH influence binding modes, photooxidation stability, and metal recovery efficiency. His methodology integrates spectroscopic techniques (XPS, IR, EPR) with density functional theory (DFT) simulations to elucidate structure-property relationships at molecular interfaces. Key application areas include selective palladium recovery from industrial waste streams and designing photo-stable functional coatings. His 2022-2023 publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory focused on organophosphonate-grafted surfaces, with increasing emphasis on computational validation of experimental findings. The work demonstrates how molecular engineering of surface modifiers directly impacts performance in environmental applications, particularly in metal adsorption and photochemical degradation processes. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Collaborative Framework: Works within VUB's Materials and Chemistry research ecosystem alongside Prof. Meynen, Prof. Adriaensens, and Prof. Hauffman Project Scope: Leads interdisciplinary efforts in sustainable materials engineering, including TiO 2 functionalization for metal recovery and photooxidation studies Dr. Gys operates within VUB's Sustainable Materials Engineering initiative, contributing to laboratory-based experimental work and computational modeling teams focused on advancing surface modification technologies for circular economy applications.

• Materials Science
• Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
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Bruno Tiago da Silva Gomes is a Researcher in the Department of Electronics and Informatics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium. His work focuses on FPGA-based hardware acceleration, biomedical signal processing, and embedded systems. He leads several high-impact projects, including ENACT (environmental health interventions) and Tech4Health (future health technologies). His research spans FPGA design, machine learning acceleration, and real-time signal processing. Education: PhD in Electronics and Informatics (2019, VUB), supervised by Professors Touhafi and Braeken. His thesis addressed streaming application acceleration on FPGAs. Research interests include Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), biomedical sensors (e.g., photoplethysmography), beamforming, and high-level synthesis. He has co-authored over 60 publications and holds an h-index of 439. Key projects include OZR4103 (power-efficient AI for biomedical applications) and NSIS3 (decarbonisation technologies). His work integrates hardware-software co-design for edge computing and secure TinyML systems. Advising includes a Master’s thesis on PPG signal analysis. He contributes to datasets like the AMIVU Acoustic Map Imaging Dataset.

• Electronics Engineering
• Signal Processing
• Biomedical Engineering
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Prof. Dr. Wouter Van Gompel is an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) at Hasselt University's Faculty of Sciences, leading the Hybrid Materials Design (HyMaD) research group. His work focuses on designing hybrid materials for optoelectronics, particularly low-dimensional hybrid perovskites. He holds a PhD from Hasselt University (2019) and completed postdoctoral research at EPFL and the University of Cambridge, supported by FWO and BOF grants. Education: Master in Chemistry, Ghent University (2015) PhD in Chemistry, Hasselt University (2019) Research Interests: Hybrid perovskite design and synthesis Optoelectronic applications (solar cells, photovoltaics) Charge transfer dynamics and energy funnelling Material stability and structural engineering Organic-inorganic interfaces Grants & Projects: FWO-SB PhD grant (2015–2019) FWO-SBO project collaboration with imec and Belgian universities (postdoc) BOF postdoctoral mandate (2022) Current projects include optoelectronic materials for neuromorphic computing and solar cells Teaching & Supervision: Coordinating lecturer for courses like Fundamentals of Materials Chemistry and Hybrid Materials and Functional Interfaces Supervising PhD students in areas like perovskite stability, chirality, and neuromorphic applications Labs & Groups: Head of HyMaD expertise group at Hasselt University Collaborates with IMOMEC institute and international labs

• Hybrid Perovskites
• Optoelectronics
• Material Synthesis and Characterization
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Michael Kleemann is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering Technology within KU Leuven , affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT) . His research focuses on Power System Protection , Wireless Power Transfer , and Renewable Energy Integration , with a particular emphasis on inverter-based grid dynamics and fault analysis. Key Research Areas : Power system protection algorithms, capacitive wireless power transfer, fault location methods in medium voltage cables, and grid stability with high renewable penetration. Notable Projects : Lead projects on Protection of Future Distribution Grids (2021-2025), Capacitive Wireless Power Transfer (2020-2024), and Flux 50 ICON (2024-2026) for low-voltage DC grid protection. Publication Trends : Recent work explores capacitive wireless power transfer materials and control systems (2024-2025), fault detection algorithms for inverter-dominated grids (2023-2025), and machine learning applications in voltage regulation for photovoltaic-rich networks (2024). Teaching : Courses include Power System Protection (JPI322), Power Electronics (JPI0L8/JPI318), and Capacitive Wireless Transfer topics in graduate seminars.

• Power System Protection
• Power Electronics
• High Voltage Engineering
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Peter Karsmakers serves as Associate Professor at KU Leuven's Department of Computer Science within the Faculty of Engineering Technology, based at the Geel Campus. He coordinates the Declarative Languages and Artificial Intelligence (DTAI) research group and holds leadership roles including coordinator of Research and Education for Computer Science across Geel and Diepenbeek Campuses. Karsmakers earned his PhD in Engineering Science in May 2010, focusing on kernel-based learning algorithms for sparse modeling and efficient predictions from large datasets. His doctoral work established foundations for his current research trajectory in resource-constrained machine learning systems. His research integrates machine learning with signal processing for real-time sensor data interpretation, specializing in anomaly detection from acoustic, radar, and accelerometer signals on embedded devices. Current projects address industrial condition monitoring, elderly care systems, and livestock facility monitoring through three main tracks: acoustic monitoring (e.g., SINS, WATCHDOG), radar-based systems (e.g., FARADAY, NextPerception), and smart electronics for power converters. Recent publications demonstrate strong trends in constraint-guided deep learning architectures for industrial applications, cross-environment robustness in sensor systems, and domain-knowledge integration to reduce data requirements. His work consistently bridges theoretical machine learning with practical implementations in resource-constrained environments. No scientific awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided materials. Karsmakers supervises over 10 master's theses annually and coordinates a research team of 10 PhD students and a post-doc within DTAI-ADVISE. He has secured approximately 2.3 million euros in funding through VLAIO, EU-ECSEL, and bilateral industry contracts, including 10 active projects such as AutoEdgeML (2024-2028) and Fault Tolerant Neural Networks for Space Applications (2024-2027). He leads the DTAI-ADVISE research group focused on developing software that attaches semantics to sensor data on resource-constrained devices. The team operates across multiple campuses with specialized labs for acoustic monitoring (Geel), radar-based systems (in collaboration with ESAT-TELEMIC), and smart electronics (with Electrical Engineering department), maintaining strong industry partnerships with companies in healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors.

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Anomaly Detection
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Vincent Bonin is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biology at KU Leuven's Faculty of Sciences. He is affiliated with the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Neuro Electronics Research Flanders (NERF) and the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI). His research focuses on neural circuits and visual neuroscience, with an emphasis on cortical and subcortical mechanisms of perception and plasticity. Research Interests: Vincent investigates visual coding, cortical connectivity, and brain circuit dynamics. His work spans topics like: Role of non-hierarchical visual pathways in perception Dendritic processing in the superior colliculus Cell type-specific connectivity in layer 2/3 visual cortex Astrocyte-mediated cortical plasticity Development of high-resolution intracortical visual prosthetics Recent Projects: • The contributions of non-hierarchical visual pathways to visual coding and perceptual behavior (2025-2028) • An investigation into cell type-specific connectivity rules in visual cortex (2024-2027) • Short- and long-term circuit mechanisms of motor rehabilitation after spinal cord injury (2024-2027)

• Neuroscience
• Neurobiology
• Visual Neuroscience
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Lucca Geurts is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences at KU Leuven, where he is affiliated with the Department of Computer Science. He serves as chairman of the Leuven Centre for Accessible Health Technology, subdivision head of Subdivision 3, Campus Group T Leuven, and Head of Education of the OC Innovative Health Technology. Additionally, he is an active member of DigiSoc – KU Leuven Institute for Digital Society. His research focuses on Technology for Tangible and Playful Interactions, particularly in healthcare applications. Dr. Geurts leads numerous research projects including therapeutic games for children with visual disorders, flexible activity measurement systems, intimate interactive systems, and early-stage glaucoma screening platforms. His work bridges human-computer interaction with accessible health technology, emphasizing user-centered design principles and practical healthcare solutions. Dr. Geurts' publication record demonstrates a consistent trajectory from fundamental interaction techniques to applied healthcare contexts. His recent work shows increasing sophistication in squeeze interactions, emotion regulation through tangible interfaces, and medical applications of interactive technology. The research trends indicate a growing focus on accessible medical diagnostics, therapeutic applications, and user experience in healthcare technology. As an educator, Dr. Geurts teaches across multiple domains including Electronics, Computer Architectures, Health Entrepreneurship, Sensors and Circuits for Healthcare Applications, and Extended Reality. His educational leadership extends to Master's theses and internships in health engineering, reflecting his commitment to training the next generation of healthcare technologists. Committee for Culture, Art and Heritage Faculty Council of Industrial Engineering Sciences Evaluation Committee of the Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences POC Advanced Education Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences Secretary of the OC Innovative Health Technology Departmental Council for Computer Science Interfaculty Council for Global Development (as substitute member) Dr. Geurts maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in top-tier human-computer interaction conferences and journals. His work shows a clear progression toward increasingly impactful healthcare applications, with strong emphasis on accessibility and user experience in medical technology development.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Tangible User Interfaces
• Playful Interactions
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Dr. Laurence Lutsen is a Strategic Research Manager at IMEC-IMOMEC and Project Manager at UHasselt-MATCHEM, affiliated with Hasselt University in Diepenbeek, Belgium. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Montpellier II (1994) and has over 200 peer-reviewed publications with an H-index of 56 and over 10,900 citations. Her research focuses on designing and synthesizing novel semiconductors for organic and hybrid electronic devices, including solar cells, transistors, sensors, and light-emitting diodes. **Education:** PhD in Chemistry, University of Montpellier II (1994) Postdoctoral research at the University of Kent (1995) Joined Limburgs Universitair Centrum (now UHasselt) in 1997 **Research Interests:** Her work emphasizes organic and hybrid semiconductor materials, particularly layered hybrid perovskites, organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs), and photovoltaic technologies. Key areas include optimizing material stability, charge transport, and device performance in applications like solar cells and biosensors. She explores advanced synthesis techniques and defect engineering to enhance material reliability. **Labs & Teams:** Lutsen leads research initiatives at IMOMEC and MATCHEM, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects involving materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and device fabrication. Her contributions bridge fundamental material science and applied optoelectronics.

• Organic Electronics
• Semiconductor Materials
• Photovoltaic Technology
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Marian Verhelst is a Professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Science, renowned for her research in hardware-efficient computing and dedication to STEM education. Her work spans hardware acceleration for machine learning, edge AI, and in-memory computing, with a focus on energy optimization and algorithm-hardware co-design. Her research interests include: Designing flexible hardware for ultra-low-power edge AI systems Optimizing sparsity-aware architectures for deep learning workloads Advancing chiplet-based and 3D memory technologies Co-designing algorithms and hardware for probabilistic AI Pioneering STEM outreach through KU Leuven InnovationLab Recent publications (2023–2025) demonstrate strong trends in: Hardware-software co-optimization for edge ML systems Efficient data movement in heterogeneous accelerators Low-precision and sparse computation techniques RISC-V based customizable SoCs Sustainable AI accelerator design Awards & Honors: Young Academy of Europe Award (2021) for science communication and STEM advocacy She leads significant educational initiatives, including the KU Leuven InnovationLab which has engaged 150 schools and 13,000 students since 2014. The program develops hands-on STEM projects (e.g., AI-powered wheelchairs, sustainable energy systems) and provides teacher training to inspire youth in engineering.

• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Machine Learning
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Omar Hegazy is a Professor in Electrical Engineering and Power Electronics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), affiliated with the MOBI - Electromobility Research Centre. He leads research in power electronics systems, electric vehicle drivetrains, and energy management. His work focuses on reliability, WBG semiconductors, and sustainable transportation systems. Education details are not explicitly provided, but his extensive publication record and project leadership imply advanced academic qualifications. Research interests include power electronics, battery management systems, hybrid/fuel cell vehicles, and V2X technologies. His projects address challenges in electric vehicle infrastructure, grid integration, and renewable energy systems. Key trends in his articles include digital twin development for electric trucks, advanced thermal management of SiC devices, and optimization of DC charging systems. His work emphasizes practical applications like modular converters, fault-tolerant drives, and interoperable charging solutions. Awarded Best Master Thesis (2019), Best Paper (2024), and Optimal Design Recognition (2016) Supervised over 49 theses, including master's and doctoral studies in power electronics and EV systems Secured funding for projects like HiPower 5.0, HARPOONERS, and FLEXMCS Labs/Teams: Active in MOBI's Electromobility Research Centre, collaborating on advanced power electronics and e-mobility solutions. Involved in interdisciplinary teams for microgrid design and DC charging infrastructure.

• Power Electronics Systems
• Electric Vehicles
• Battery Management Systems
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Gamze Egin Martin is a Researcher in the MOBI - Electromobility Research Centre at Vrije Universiteit Brussel's Faculty of Engineering, specializing in Electrical Engineering and Power Electronics. She focuses on advanced thermal management systems for wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors, power electronics for electric vehicles, and high-performance power module design. Her work includes projects like SOCMAAK36 (Smart Single Oil System), NEXTBMS (Next-Gen Battery Management Systems), and HiEfficient (GaN-based power systems). Research Interests: Power Electronics, Thermal Systems, Electric Vehicle Technologies, Semiconductor Reliability Her recent publications address challenges in GaN power modules, SiC MOSFET cooling, and additive manufacturing for automotive inverters. She actively collaborates with industry partners, contributing to EU-funded initiatives like ECSEL. Key Projects: BRGPROV9 (HiEfficient), EUAR140 (NEXTBMS), SOCMAAK36 She has supervised student research, including Aouami's Master's thesis on cooling systems for WBG-based chargers.

• Power Electronics
• Thermal Management
• Electric Vehicles
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