جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Biomechanics
• Biomimetics
• Bio-inspired Structures
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Renate Sachse is a Researcher at the Chair of Structural Analysis, Technical University of Munich (TUM), where she has worked since May 2024. Previously, she held postdoctoral positions at Harvard University's Bertoldi Lab (2024) and TUM's Chair of Computational Mechanics (2021-2024), following academic staff roles at the University of Stuttgart (2015-2020). Her interdisciplinary work bridges civil engineering, biomechanics, and computational modeling. Her educational foundation includes a Master's in Civil Engineering from the University of Stuttgart (2014; thesis: 'Isogeometric contact analysis of thin-walled structures') and a Bachelor's from the same institution (2011; thesis: 'A Primary School Pavilion for Magagula in South Africa - Structural Analysis'). She also completed ERASMUS studies at ESTP Paris and internships at Foster + Partners and Werner Sobek AG. Dr. Sachse's research centers on biomechanics and biomimetics, with pioneering work on plant-inspired structures. She investigates snapping mechanisms in carnivorous plants (Venus flytrap, waterwheel plant) to develop bio-inspired adaptive systems, soft robotics, and metamaterials. Her expertise spans motion design for large-deformation structures, isogeometric analysis, and hygroscopic actuation in 4D-printed materials, emphasizing computational modeling of contact mechanics and structural stability. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on biomechanics (60% of articles), particularly plant movement mechanics translated into engineering solutions. Her work consistently integrates computational structural analysis with biological principles, showing increasing emphasis on motion design (25% of recent output) and additive manufacturing applications (15%). Key trends include translating snap-buckling phenomena into robotics and developing material design spaces for responsive structures. Her distinguished awards include the Bertha Benz Prize (2022), Klaus Tschira Boost Fund Fellowship (2022-2024), and University of Stuttgart Publication Award (2022). Additional recognition comprises GAMM Juniors Fellowship (2020-2022), AVK Innovation Award (2017), and Emil Mörsch Study Prize (2014). She has secured independent funding through the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund for high-risk interdisciplinary projects and participates in collaborative initiatives including CoDA, MistralWind, WINSENT, and FlexWing. While teaching advanced courses at TUM (Advanced Finite Element Methods, Theory of Plates), her mentorship focuses on computational mechanics and biomimetic design principles. Currently based at TUM's Chair of Structural Analysis under Prof. Bletzinger, she maintains active collaboration with Harvard University's Bertoldi Lab in developing next-generation adaptive structures.

Peter Müller-Buschbaumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Polymer Physics
• Energy Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Peter Müller-Buschbaum is a Full Professor and Head of the Chair of Functional Materials at the Physics Department of the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He has held this position since April 2018 and also served as Scientific Director of the Research Neutron Source Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM-II) and the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Center (MLZ) from 2018 to 2023. His leadership extends to multiple roles including Core Member of the Integrated Research Institute Munich Institute of Integrated Materials, Energy and Process Engineering (MEP) since 2021, and Head of the Renewable Energies Network (NRG) at MEP. Full Professor (W3), Head of the Chair of Functional Materials at TUM School of Natural Sciences (since 04/2018) Deputy Editor of "ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces" (since 01/2024) Supervising Professor "Electronics Laboratory" at TUM School of Natural Sciences (since 11/2023) Member of TUM Sustainability Board (since 05/2023) Core Member of MEP Institute (since 10/2021) Head of Renewable Energies Network at MEP (since 10/2021) Prof. Müller-Buschbaum's research spans energy materials for photovoltaics and battery technologies, smart responsive materials that adapt to environmental stimuli, and nanocomposite materials with tailored properties. His group employs advanced scattering techniques to characterize materials at the nanoscale, providing insights into structure-property relationships critical for developing next-generation energy technologies. His extensive publication record demonstrates particular expertise in perovskite solar cells, lithium-ion battery technologies, and polymer-based functional materials, with recent work focusing on improving device stability and efficiency while understanding fundamental degradation mechanisms. His publications reveal a strong emphasis on energy conversion and storage technologies, with particular attention to interfacial engineering in both photovoltaic and battery systems. The research shows sophisticated integration of materials synthesis, advanced characterization, and device engineering to address critical challenges in renewable energy technologies. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications through collaborations with major international research facilities. Scientific Service and Recognition Member of the Council of the Cluster of Excellence "ORIGINS" (since 01/2019) Spokesperson of the Chemical Physics and Polymer Physics Association of DPG (03/2021-10/2022) Member of the European Spallation Source Scientific Advisory Panel (since 03/2011) German representative at the European Polymer Federation for polymer physics (since 03/2011) Chairman of the Keylab "TUM.solar" in the Bavarian research project "Solar Technologies Go Hybrid" (since 03/2012) Prof. Müller-Buschbaum actively contributes to academic community through editorial work, having served as Associate Editor (2012-2022), Executive Editor (2023), and currently Deputy Editor (2024-present) of "ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces". He maintains strong international collaborations with synchrotron and neutron facilities worldwide, reflecting his expertise in advanced materials characterization techniques essential for cutting-edge materials research.

Wolfgang Nejdlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Web Science
• Information Retrieval
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Nejdl is a Professor at the Institute for Data Science within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Leibniz University Hannover. He serves as Executive Director of the L3S Research Centre and Leibniz Forschungszentrum Inclusive Citizenship. Web Science Information Retrieval Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning His recent research focuses on AI applications in medicine , multimodal data fusion , and ethical AI systems . Projects include CAIMed (AI in Causal Medicine) and DAISEC (AI & Cybersecurity). His publications span conferences like AAMAS, WWW, and SIGIR. Notable awards include membership in the National Academy of Science and Engineering (acatech) . Former students hold positions at institutions like Stanford, TU Dresden, and ETH Zürich. Current projects involve climate resilience AI , federated learning for healthcare , and quantum-inspired data science .

Janick Edingerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Operating Systems
• Edge Computing
• Computation Offloading
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Janick Edinger is a Professor of Distributed Operating Systems at the Department of Informatics, Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, University of Hamburg, Germany. He leads a research group focused on distributed, context-aware, and adaptive computing systems, with a strong emphasis on edge computing, computation offloading, and assistive technologies. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Mannheim Studies at National Taiwan University Studies at University of Alberta, Canada Research stays at University of British Columbia, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and Georgia State University, USA His research explores how edge computing and computation offloading can enable efficient, privacy-preserving processing of sensor and video data close to their sources, particularly in dynamic environments. He investigates the integration of autonomous and heterogeneous systems—such as drone fleets and mobile devices—into scalable middleware platforms for real-time monitoring and decision-making in logistics and industrial operations. His work also emphasizes societal impact, contributing to accessible routing, adaptive interfaces, and crowd-sourced mapping. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in edge computing, federated learning, privacy-preserving analytics, and assistive technologies. Topics include WebAssembly-based offloading, emotion prediction via eye tracking, real-time traffic detection, and predictive maintenance in Industry 4.0, showcasing a blend of foundational systems research and applied human-centered computing. Scientific Awards: PerCom 2021 Mark Weiser Best Paper Award Best Paper Award at IEEE PerCom 2021 for 'Voltaire: Precise Energy-Aware Code Offloading Decisions with Machine Learning' Prof. Edinger actively advises students and leads research projects involving grants and collaborations. His team includes PhD candidates and researchers working on middleware, edge systems, and context-aware applications. He has served on conference program committees, such as shadow PC member for EuroSys 2021, and publishes in top venues including IPDPS, PerCom, CHIIR, and COMPSAC. Labs and Teams: He leads the Distributed Operating Systems research group at the University of Hamburg, where he mentors students and collaborates on projects involving edge computing, IoT, and adaptive systems.

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Edge Computing
• Cloud-Edge-IO Continuum
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carlos Enrique Palau is a prominent researcher in the field of Internet of Things (IoT), edge computing, and cyber-physical systems. His work focuses on interoperability, security, and scalability in distributed systems, particularly in industrial and smart city applications. He has contributed to frameworks for cloud-edge continuum integration, blockchain-based IoT solutions, and federated computing architectures. Key areas of research include: IoT interoperability and semantic frameworks Edge computing and distributed workload management Cybersecurity for IoT and critical infrastructure Smart port logistics and real-time data analytics Cognitive services in legacy port management systems His recent work explores: Data-as-a-Product frameworks for Industry 4.0/5.0 Autonomous workload scheduling in energy-efficient edge-cloud systems Deception mechanisms for IoT security Self-* capabilities in cloud-edge nodes Palau has collaborated extensively with institutions like Universitat Politècnica de València and international partners in projects funded by EU initiatives. His research addresses practical challenges in industrial IoT deployments, smart city infrastructure, and emergency management systems.

Gero Mühlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed systems
• Distributed algorithms
• Event-based systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Gero Mühl is a W2-Professor at the University of Rostock, where he holds the chair for "Architecture of Application Systems" since October 2009. His academic journey includes positions as a Heisenberg Fellow at the Technical University of Berlin (2009), postdoctoral research at TU Berlin (2002-2009), and doctoral studies at TU Darmstadt where he received his Dr.-Ing. degree with distinction in 2002. He completed dual Diplomas in Computer Science (Dipl.-Inform.) and Electrical Engineering (Dipl.-Ing.) from FernUniversität in Hagen in 1998. Prof. Mühl's research focuses on Self-Organizing Distributed Systems , with particular expertise in distributed systems, distributed algorithms, event-based systems, middleware, energy-efficient systems, organic computing, sensor networks, web services, and electronic commerce. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations in real-world distributed environments. His recent publications show a strong trend toward time-sensitive networking, content-based publish/subscribe systems, and P4 programmable data planes. These works address critical challenges in industrial communication, real-time systems, and network reliability. His research group has made significant contributions to making distributed systems more autonomous, reliable, and efficient. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Nomination for the Berlin Science Award for Young Scientists (2008) Heisenberg Fellowship by the German Research Foundation (DFG) (2008) Best paper award in System Software and Security at SAC 2015 Prof. Mühl has been actively involved in numerous research projects and collaborations, particularly focusing on self-organizing and self-stabilizing systems. His work on the REBECA publish/subscribe middleware represents a significant contribution to autonomous distributed systems. He has supervised numerous students and researchers, contributing to the development of the next generation of computer scientists specializing in distributed systems. His laboratory at the University of Rostock focuses on practical implementations of self-organizing distributed systems, with current projects investigating time-sensitive networking, publish/subscribe systems, and energy-efficient distributed computing. The team combines theoretical analysis with practical system development to address real-world challenges in industrial and commercial applications of distributed systems.

• Business Process Management
• Process Mining
• Complex Event Processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Matthias Weidlich is a faculty member at Humboldt University of Berlin within the Institute of Computer Science under the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences . His research focuses on Process Mining , Complex Event Processing , and Data Privacy with applications in Business Process Management and Scientific Workflows . Research Interests: Business Process Management and Process Mining Complex Event Processing and Stream Data Analysis Data Privacy and Security in Process Systems Scientific Workflow Systems and User Behavior Heterogeneous Network Embeddings Algorithm Design and Optimization Recent Publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in: Efficient stream processing techniques Privacy-preserving process mining frameworks Scientific workflow analysis tools Graph neural network applications Multi-modal data integration Adaptive querying systems Contact: Office: Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin Phone: 030 2093-41277 Email: matthias.weidlich@hu-berlin.de Web: hu.berlin/data

Uwe Grünefeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Uwe Grünefeld is a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science , Institute for Computer Science and Business Information Systems (ICB) of the University of Duisburg-Essen. He has been actively contributing to Human-Computer Interaction research through multiple publications in 2025-2022 focusing on Virtual Reality , Augmented Reality , and Robotics . Research Interests span across immersive technology applications for health behavior change (situated artifacts, weight visualization mirrors), haptic feedback systems (EMS for weight perception, vibrotactile directional cues), and behavioral biometrics (hand tracking identification, gaze-based user recognition). His work addresses cross-reality system design , collaborative robotics , and human-in-the-loop simulation methodologies . Key Publications demonstrate significant contributions to VR/AR user engagement, with particular focus on Physical activity promotion through situated artifacts Advanced haptic feedback techniques for immersive environments Behavioral biometric identification systems Robot motion intent communication Cross-reality transition visualization His research often employs mixed-method approaches combining technical implementations with user studies involving quantitative and qualitative data collection.

Stefan Wildermannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reconfigurable Systems
• Edge Computing
• Organic Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stefan Wildermann is a Professor at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), where he leads the Reconfigurable Computing Group within the Chair of Computer Science 12 (Hardware-Software Co-Design) in the Department of Computer Science. He has maintained continuous research activity at FAU since 2006, progressing from researcher to his current leadership position. Dr. Wildermann earned his Diploma degree in Computer Science from FAU in 2006 and completed his doctorate (Dr.-Ing.) in Computer Science at the same institution in July 2012. His academic career has been entirely rooted at FAU, demonstrating a strong institutional commitment and progression through the ranks. His research spans multiple cutting-edge areas in computer science and engineering, with particular emphasis on reconfigurable systems and hardware-software co-design. Wildermann's work in edge computing explores efficient processing at the network periphery, while his research in organic computing investigates self-organizing systems that can adapt to changing environments. His expertise extends to optimization techniques for embedded systems, applying game theory principles and convex optimization methods to solve complex resource allocation problems. More recently, he has integrated reinforcement learning approaches to enhance system adaptability and performance. His teaching portfolio includes courses on event-driven systems, computer engineering fundamentals, embedded systems, and hardware-software co-design. Analysis of Wildermann's publication record from 2021-2025 reveals a strong focus on hardware acceleration, security, and embedded systems. His work demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational research in reconfigurable architectures toward practical applications in IoT, robotics, and secure computing. A significant portion of his recent work addresses near-data processing using FPGAs for database acceleration, while maintaining parallel research streams in side-channel security analysis and energy-efficient embedded systems design. His publications frequently appear in top-tier conferences including DATE, FPL, ASP-DAC, and HOST, reflecting strong recognition within the computer architecture and embedded systems communities. Wildermann has held significant leadership roles including Head of the Reconfigurable Computing Group since 2015 and previously served as Head of the Self-organizing Systems Group (2012-2015) and Lab Leader of the Automotive Lab within the Embedded Systems Initiative (2016-2020). His research has been consistently funded through multiple projects investigating invasive computing, reconfigurable architectures, and embedded systems design methodologies. Currently based in Room 02.116 at Cauerstr. 11, 91058 Erlangen, Wildermann continues to lead active research in the Hardware-Software Co-Design group, supervising projects that bridge theoretical computer science with practical hardware implementation challenges.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Li Wei is a distinguished academic affiliated with Tsinghua University, with a focus on interdisciplinary research spanning artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision. His work often intersects with medical informatics, remote sensing, and signal processing, demonstrating a commitment to advancing technological solutions in healthcare, environmental monitoring, and engineering systems. Research interests include deep learning applications in clinical diagnostics, satellite data analysis for climate modeling, and optimization of energy storage systems. He has contributed to innovative solutions in areas such as UAV-enabled edge computing, privacy-preserving blockchain protocols, and thermal-based surveillance systems. His collaborative projects often involve multidisciplinary teams across institutions. Publications reflect a strong emphasis on practical applications, such as mobile health tools for tumor recognition, transformer-based super-resolution techniques for oceanography, and AI-driven risk classification models for respiratory diseases. While no specific awards or grants are listed, his prolific output across top-tier journals indicates sustained research impact. Professional activities include contributions to conferences like RecSys, MICCAI, and AAAI, and editorial roles are implied through his extensive publication record. Collaborations with industry partners (e.g., in energy systems and medical imaging) suggest engagement with real-world problem-solving.

Renato Negraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Frequency Electronics
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Neuromorphic Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Renato Negra is a faculty member at RWTH Aachen University, serving as the Chair of High Frequency Electronics within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. His research is centered on advanced electronic systems with a focus on reconfigurable and low-power architectures for real-time applications. Research Interests: His work spans high frequency electronics, neuromorphic computing, embedded systems, and cyber-physical systems. He develops FPGA-based and edge-computing solutions for computer vision, robotics, and smart infrastructure, particularly in elderly monitoring and autonomous navigation. His research integrates deep learning with hardware optimization for energy efficiency and real-time performance. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward event-based vision , neuromorphic sensors , and low-power embedded AI , applied in domains such as smart cities, healthcare, and robotics. There is a consistent emphasis on real-time processing, reconfigurable systems, and the deployment of neural networks on constrained hardware platforms. Scientific Awards: No awards or honors were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no specific students or advising roles are listed, the volume and depth of publications suggest active supervision or collaboration within research projects. Although no grants are explicitly named, involvement in EU-level initiatives (e.g., FitOptiVis ECSEL Project) and national R&D programs (e.g., BIO-PERCEPTION) can be inferred from the research topics and publication contexts. Labs and Teams: Prof. Negra leads the research activities in High Frequency Electronics at RWTH Aachen. While not directly linked to the Computer Vision and Robotics Lab (CVR-Lab) mentioned in the text, his work aligns closely with neuromorphic and CPS research themes, suggesting potential interdisciplinary collaboration.

Nele Mentensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Cryptography
• Hardware Security
• Secure Coprocessor Design
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Nele Mentens is a full professor at both KU Leuven and Leiden University, where she leads cutting-edge research in applied cryptography, hardware security, and secure embedded systems. At KU Leuven, she is affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Technology and the Electrical Engineering Department (ESAT), leading the Emerging Technologies, Systems & Security (ES&S) research group at the Diepenbeek campus. Simultaneously, she holds a full professorship at Leiden University’s Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS), focusing on applied cryptography and security. She has been instrumental in numerous national and international research initiatives, including Horizon Europe and NWO-funded projects. Full Professor, KU Leuven (since 2023) Full Professor, Leiden University (since 2020) Associate Professor, KU Leuven (2014–2023) Post-doctoral Researcher & Lecturer, KHLim / KU Leuven (2007–2014) Ph.D. in Engineering Science, KU Leuven (2007) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, KU Leuven (2003) Her research focuses on secure and efficient hardware design, particularly for cryptographic applications on FPGAs, reconfigurable architectures, IoT security, and neuromorphic computing. She explores physical attack resistance, side-channel analysis protection, and trusted computing architectures, with applications in healthcare, industrial monitoring, and endpoint AI. Her work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical hardware implementations, emphasizing energy efficiency and real-time performance. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward secure, energy-efficient, and intelligent embedded systems. Topics include neuromorphic AI accelerators, trusted IoT architectures, dynamic reconfiguration for side-channel protection, and secure medical data processing. These works span disciplines such as computer architecture, cybersecurity, digital design, and embedded systems, with a focus on hardware-software co-design and real-world deployment. Nele Mentens has received recognition for her contributions, including: Best Paper Award, DATE'16 Best Paper Nomination, AsianHOST'17 Best Paper Award, CHES'19 She has supervised over 15 Ph.D. students and post-docs, both current and former, and has served as principal investigator in approximately 25 funded research projects. Her work has attracted significant grants from Horizon Europe, NWO, FWO, and national innovation programs. She actively contributes to the academic community through editorial roles in top journals and leadership in major conferences. Nele Mentens leads the ES&S research group at KU Leuven and collaborates closely with LIACS at Leiden University. Her team includes Ph.D. students, post-docs, and research experts working on projects like NimbleAI, NeuroSoC, and TrustedIoT. She has also established secure electronics labs through infrastructure grants and maintains strong international ties with institutions such as EPFL, Ruhr University Bochum, and ETH Zurich.

Sönke Knochمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Activity Recognition
• Process Mining
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sönke Knoch is a researcher affiliated with the Ubiquitous Media Technology Lab (UMTL) at the Saarland Informatics Campus and the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) GmbH . His work focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Activity Recognition , Process Mining , and Industry 4.0 technologies. Current Affiliation: DFKI GmbH (Saarland Informatics Campus) Academic Role: Researcher Research Interests span digital twins, augmented reality in manufacturing, and safety-critical systems. He leads projects like RZzKI (AI and Digital Transformation) and BaSySafe (risk assessment via management shells). His work addresses zero-defect manufacturing and cognitive support for impaired workers . Recent Publications focus on digital twins for industrial safety, AR-based task adaptation , and AI quality management in smart factories. Key themes include human-centric AI , real-time process conformance , and context-aware systems . Leadership includes contributing to the WALL-ET project for autonomous logistics and co-developing the PARTAS system for cognitively impaired workers.

• Wireless Communication
• Machine Learning
• Signal Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Haris Gačanin is a faculty member at RWTH Aachen University, affiliated with the Institute for Distributed Signal Processing under the College of Electrical Engineering. His research focuses on integrating machine learning with wireless communication systems, particularly in industrial IoT, edge computing, and network optimization. Current academic rank: Professor Contact: harisg@dsp.rwth-aachen.de Research Interests: Wireless systems, machine learning, signal processing, and network optimization. Key contributions include: Adaptive resource allocation in IIoT and vehicular networks AI-driven channel estimation and feedback mechanisms Security-oriented emitter identification via metric learning Federated/transfer learning for edge environments Hardware-efficient deep learning models for mmWave and THz communications Methodological Focus: Combines reinforcement learning, attention mechanisms, and robust neural architectures with practical implementations on FPGA and vehicular systems.

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Cloud Computing
• Edge Computing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Devki Nandan Jha is a researcher specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) , Cloud/Edge Computing , and Cybersecurity . His work focuses on runtime monitoring, security frameworks, and deployment optimization in heterogeneous environments. Collaborations include institutions across Europe and Asia, with frequent co-authorship with Rajiv Ranjan, David Wallom, and David Blundell.