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Athos Agapiouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Remote sensing
• Earth observation
• Geoinformatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Athos Agapiou serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering and Geoinformatics, Cyprus University of Technology, where he holds the 'Geoinformatics and Earth Observation' chair. He also serves as Deputy Director of the UNESCO Chair on Digital Cultural Heritage and coordinates the EOCult Laboratory, a specialized research group focused on applying Earth Observation and Geoinformatics for archaeological research and cultural heritage landscapes. His research interests center on developing and applying innovative remote sensing technologies for cultural heritage preservation, addressing challenges posed by environmental and anthropogenic factors. Dr. Agapiou has led numerous high-profile research initiatives at European and national levels, including Horizon Europe and Horizon 2020 projects, as well as programs funded by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in remote sensing applications for archaeology, with particular focus on satellite image fusion, UAV technologies, spatial resolution optimization, and advanced data analysis techniques for archaeological prospection. His work bridges technical remote sensing methodologies with practical archaeological applications. Young Scientist Award from International Society for Digital Earth (2023) Young Researcher Award by Cyprus Research Awards (2018) Top 2% researcher worldwide in field (Stanford studies 2020-2024) Top three global researchers in Geoinformatics for cultural heritage (2024) Dr. Agapiou actively contributes to major research projects and collaborations, with his work influencing both academic research and practical applications in cultural heritage management. His laboratory (EOCult) serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research connecting geospatial technologies with archaeological practice.

Katja Hoseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Knowledge Graphs
• Semantic Web
• Data Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katja Hose is a Full Professor of Data Management at TU Wien's DBAI research unit, heading the Data Management and Knowledge-Driven AI Lab. She previously held a Poul Due Jensen Foundation Professorship at Aalborg University. Her research focuses on data and knowledge engineering, including graph databases, knowledge graphs, querying, analytics, and machine learning, with interdisciplinary applications in bioscience, healthcare, and environmental assessment. Education: PhD in Computer Science (Ilmenau University of Technology, 2009), Postdoc at Max Planck Institute for Informatics (2009–2012). Academic roles include Program Co-Chair for ISWC 2024 and EDBT 2023, and editorial board membership at VLDBJ and TGDK. She leads projects like TARGET (health virtual twins) and ARMADA (data management). Research Interests: Knowledge Graphs, Semantic Web, Big Data, Machine Learning, Data Integration, and Provenance Systems. Key contributions include SHACL shape extraction, conversational data analytics, and environmental knowledge graphs. Awards include the 2025 Distinguished Meta-Reviewer Award and 2024 Manfred Paul Award. Advising and Grants: Supervised students including E. Pürmayr (Diploma Thesis 2025). Active in EU projects (TARGET, ARMADA) and grant coordination. Labs/Teams: DMKI Lab at TU Wien, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare and environmental science.

• Data Visualization
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Big Data Analytics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Huamin Qu is a Chair Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). He serves as the Founding Dean of the Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS), Founding Head of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA), and was the Founding Acting Head of Computational Media and Arts (CMA) at HKUST(GZ). Qu directs the VisLab and coordinates the Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) group. He obtained his BS in Mathematics from Xi'an Jiaotong University and MS/PhD in Computer Science from Stony Brook University. Qu's research integrates Data Visualization , Human-Computer Interaction , and Human-Centered AI , with applications in urban informatics, social networks, and explainable AI. His work focuses on developing interactive systems for big data analytics, visual storytelling, and AI-driven decision support. Research extends to multimodal communication, fintech, and augmented reality applications. His publications emphasize visual analytics for complex datasets (mobility, social media, financial), interaction techniques for immersive environments, and AI-enhanced visualization tools. Recent works explore explainable AI interfaces and large-scale data communication frameworks. IEEE Visualization Academy (2020) IEEE VGTC Technical Achievement Award AI 2000 Most Influential Scholar (2019, 2023, 2024) 21 Best Paper/Honorable Mention awards IBM Faculty Award (2009) APICTA Merit Award (2015) Yelp Dataset Grand Prize (2018) Qu has advised 48 PhD graduates (21 now faculty at institutions like UC Davis, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M) and 30 MPhil students. He secured major grants including RGC theme-based projects (digital citizenship, air pollution), UGC AoE (slope safety), and China's 973 Program. As VisLab director, he leads 20+ researchers in visualization/HCI projects adopted by Microsoft, IBM, Huawei, and Tencent.

• Data Mining
• Machine Learning
• Clustering Algorithms
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Claudia Plant is a Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science , leading the Research Group Data Mining and Machine Learning . Her research focuses on clustering algorithms, data mining, and machine learning applications in areas like biomedical data, wind energy, and causality inference. She has contributed to projects such as Knowledge-infused Deep Learning for Natural Language Processing (2020–2028) and Hybrid Computational Sciences (2021–2021). Plant has authored over 160 publications, with recent work emphasizing deep learning, anomaly detection, and GPU-optimized algorithms. She actively engages in academic activities, including talks on clustering methods and interdisciplinary projects like Governing Algorithms: The Politics of Data and Decision-Making . Her research interests span clustering algorithms , graph neural networks , causality discovery , and ethical digital transformation . Notable projects include causal analysis of wind farm dynamics and AI-enhanced education tools. Plant’s work bridges computational methods with societal challenges, such as empowering marginalized communities through ethical technology adoption.

Miklós Korenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Trade
• Economic Development
• Productivity Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Miklós Koren is a Professor of Economics at Central European University and Senior Research Fellow at the HUN-REN Centre for Economic and Regional Studies. His work bridges international trade , economic development , and managerial economics , focusing on trade policy, productivity spillovers, and the role of managers in development. Ph.D., Harvard University (2005) M.A., Central European University (2000) M.Sc., Budapest University of Economics (1999) His research explores trade facilitation , managerial impact on firm performance , and technological diversification . Recent work includes studies on expatriate managers, pandemic-related business disruptions, and the legacy of communist-era management practices. Key trends in his publications (2020–2024) emphasize managerial mobility and firm productivity (2024) machine learning vs. gravity models (2024) trade volatility and development (2023) data transparency standards (2022) Scientific awards include ERC Starting Grant (2012) Nicholas Káldor Prize (2014) Young Economist Award (2002, 2004) As Data Editor for Review of Economic Studies and Associate Editor for Journal of International Economics , he shapes methodological rigor in empirical research. His 2013 paper on technological diversification remains foundational for understanding volatility in developing economies.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Vision
• Natural Language Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Armin Kirchknopf serves as a Junior Researcher at the Media Computing Research Group within the Institute of Creative Media/Technologies, Department of Media and Digital Technologies at the University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten. His interdisciplinary work bridges artificial intelligence, computer vision, and social media analysis, with significant contributions to misinformation detection and disaster response systems. Based at Campus-Platz 1 in St. Pölten, Austria, he actively collaborates on EU-funded projects and publishes in top-tier AI venues. His educational journey spans humanities and technology: a Bachelor of Arts in Egyptology and Master of Arts in Classical Archaeology from the University of Vienna (including fieldwork at excavation sites across Austria, Germany, and Egypt), followed by a Bachelor of Science in Media Technology from FH St. Pölten. This unique background informs his human-centered AI research approach. Kirchknopf's research centers on explainable multimodal AI systems for real-world challenges. His recent work demonstrates expertise in transformer-based architectures for cross-lingual fake news detection, sexism identification, and flood monitoring through social media imagery. He pioneers techniques like Grad-CAM for object detection explainability and develops visualization tools for complex data interpretation, emphasizing transparency and social impact in AI deployment. Analysis of his 13 publications (2017-2022) reveals a strategic shift toward applied AI in societal contexts , particularly using social media data for disaster management and combating online toxicity. His projects consistently integrate computer vision with natural language processing, showing increasing sophistication in multilingual capabilities and model interpretability frameworks. His scientific recognition includes: Creative Business Award for co-developing the Tenjin learning quiz application No documented student advisement or grant leadership appears in current records, though he actively mentors through project-based collaborations. His work with the Media Computing Research Group drives innovation in educational technology and public safety applications. Kirchknopf contributes to the Media Computing Research Group's portfolio including Fake News Detection, SAiEX (Safe AI with explainable integrity), InfraBase (building footprint segmentation), and Ressel Center music therapy projects. His cross-disciplinary collaborations span computer scientists, archaeologists, and social scientists, reflecting the group's commitment to human-centric technological solutions .

Triantis Kostasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecology
• Biogeography
• Conservation Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kostas Triantis is an Associate Professor of Biodiversity of Ecosystems at the Department of Ecology and Taxonomy, Faculty of Biology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a PhD from the University of Crete and has held post-doctoral positions at institutions including Oxford University and the University of Azores. His research focuses on island biogeography, macroecology, conservation biology, and the biogeography of Aegean invertebrates. He has served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Bayreuth and held roles in Greece’s Ministry of Environment. Triantis is a leading expert in land snail biodiversity and has contributed to over 70 peer-reviewed articles. Awards include Marie Curie Fellowship and editorial roles in journals like Journal of Biogeography . His work addresses species-area relationships, island ecosystems, and conservation strategies for endangered species. Current projects include understanding biodiversity patterns in the Aegean under the Anthropocene and global avian extinction dynamics. Education: PhD and MSc in Biology, University of Crete Post-doctoral fellowships at Oxford, Azores, and Patras Research Interests: Island biogeography, conservation biology, macroecology, ecological modeling, Aegean biodiversity His articles explore topics like ant biodiversity on Aegean islands, global avian functional diversity loss, and extinction debt on oceanic islands. Triantis collaborates internationally on projects such as the European Red List of terrestrial molluscs and biodiversity databases like MEDIS. He actively contributes to conservation policy through IUCN Red Listing assessments for over 200 Greek land snail species. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator: 'Understanding the Anthropocene: the case of the Aegean Islands' (Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation, 2020–2023) Co-PI: 'Biodiversity on Oceanic Islands' (Portugal’s FCT, 2012–2015) Triantis leads the University of Athens’ Ecology and Taxonomy Department’s research on island ecosystems, emphasizing the interplay between ecological theory and conservation practice. His lab focuses on integrating spatial data and evolutionary dynamics to address biodiversity challenges.

• Forest Inventory and Monitoring
• LiDAR Technology Applications
• Forest Regeneration Quantification
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Ofner-Graff is a researcher at the Institute of Forest Growth within the Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Based at Peter-Jordan-Straße 82, 1190 Wien, his work focuses on advanced forest monitoring technologies. His research interests include: LiDAR and remote sensing applications in forestry Automated forest inventory systems Forest regeneration quantification Airborne Laser Scanning (ALS) data analysis Sustainable forest harvesting planning Recent project contributions include: Leading lidar-based forest monitoring systems development Developing spatial forest growth models Implementing digital inventory workflows His publications demonstrate expertise in: Quantifying forest resources through 3D point clouds Advanced timber stack measurement techniques ALS data integration for forest modeling Mobile laser scanning applications Forest climate adaptation strategies

Thomas Blaschkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Geosciences
• Geoinformatics
• Remote sensing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Blaschke is a Research Fellow at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS, University of Salzburg. His work bridges geospatial technologies, remote sensing, and sustainable urban systems, emphasizing object-based image analysis (OBIA) as a transformative paradigm in geographic information science. Research Areas : Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, Spatial Research, Physical Geography, Cartography Blaschke’s publications highlight advancements in OBIA techniques, sustainable landscape management, and urban monitoring using geospatial technologies. His 2014 paper on Geographic Object-based Image Analysis (GEOBIA) demonstrates its integration into modern remote sensing workflows. He has received prestigious awards including the Christian-Doppler-Preis , Marie Curie Research Grant , and Fulbright Professorship , underscoring his international impact. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations, supported by grants from institutions like the European Commission and University of South Carolina. Scientific Awards : Christian-Doppler-Preis des Landes Salzburg Marie Curie Research Grant Förderungspreis der Österreichischen Geographischen Gesellschaft Fulbright Professorship Provost Grant of the University of South Carolina

Axel Polleresمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semantic Web
• Knowledge Graphs
• Ontology Reasoning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Axel Polleres is a full professor at the Institute for Data, Process and Knowledge Management in Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Wien). He leads the department of Information Systems and Operations Management while maintaining active research in knowledge graphs, semantic web technologies, and ontology engineering. PhD and Habilitation from Vienna University of Technology Former positions at University of Innsbruck, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, DERI Ireland, and Siemens AG Co-chair of W3C SPARQL working group Editorial board member for Semantic Web Journal and IJSWIS His research focuses on: Querying and reasoning over ontologies Graph schema languages (SHACL, SPARQL) Wikidata constraint formalization Ontology reuse in collaborative platforms Crisis management knowledge graphs FAIR data principles implementation Recent publications analyze knowledge graph evolution, constraint validation methodologies, and semantic web standardization efforts. Key topics include: OWL/RDF interoperability solutions Unit conversion systems for Wikidata Partition-based query processing frameworks Network resilience analysis for urban planning Open data platform discovery tools Temporal analysis of collaborative knowledge graphs He has co-organized major conferences like ISWC2023 and ESWC workshops while maintaining active roles in European research projects. Current work involves spatiotemporal knowledge graphs for city resilience and semantic web infrastructure development.

Hüseyin Kaya Akyüzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bioethics
• Science and Technology Studies
• Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hüseyin Kaya Akyüz is a researcher at the Faculty of Social Sciences , specifically within the Department of Science and Technology Studies . His work spans Bioethics , Genomics , and Big Data ethics, addressing complex intersections between technology, society, and medicine. Education: B.Sc., MSc Key Research Areas: Ethical frameworks for biobanking, genomic data privacy, AI in healthcare, and public health policy. Research Trends : A significant portion of his work focuses on ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of emerging technologies, particularly in genomic research and AI-driven diagnostics . His recent publications highlight challenges in data identifiability and dynamic consent in rapidly evolving sociotechnical environments. Scientific Awards : Dissertation Completion Fellowship (2019) uni:docs Fellowship (2016) Engagement & Collaborations : Actively involved in science communication , he co-organized the 4S Annual Meeting 2019 and delivered talks on topics like "Scientists' Bestsellers: Alternative Spaces for Doing Science by Communicating" and "Hype, Risk, Modesty, and FAQs in Science" . His collaborations extend across Europe, focusing on genomic data governance and AI ethics .

Eric Lambinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geography
• Environmental Sciences
• Human-Environment Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eric F. Lambin is a Full Professor at both Stanford University (Inaugural George and Setsuko Ishiyama Provostial Professor in the Department of Environmental Earth System Science, School of Earth Sciences) and Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium). His research focuses on human-environment interactions, land-use change, sustainability science, and remote sensing. He has held leadership roles, including Chair of the Scientific Steering Committee for the LUCC project (1999-2005) and Co-Chair of the Department of Environmental Earth System Science at Stanford (2013-present). Education: PhD in Sciences (Geography), University of Louvain, Belgium (1988) Master in Sciences (Geography), University of Louvain, Belgium (1985) Baccalaureate in Philosophy, University of Louvain, Belgium (1985) Research Interests: Dr. Lambin explores land-use dynamics, environmental governance, and the impacts of land change on ecosystems and human health. His work integrates remote sensing, socio-economic data, and multi-agent simulation models to address global challenges such as deforestation, desertification, and vector-borne diseases. Key themes include forest transitions, sustainability transitions, and the socio-ecological feedbacks driving land-use changes. Awards & Recognition: Member of the Academia Europaea (2010) Foreign Associate, U.S. National Academy of Sciences (2009) Francqui Prize in Sciences (2009) Zayed International Prize for the Environment (2005) Member of the Royal Academy of Belgium (2006) Advising & Grants: Dr. Lambin has advised over 20 PhD students on topics ranging from soybean supply chains to malaria epidemiology. His grants and collaborations involve international organizations like IIASA, the Beijer Institute, and the National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC). Labs & Teams: As a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment, he leads interdisciplinary projects on sustainability science. His work bridges academia and policy, contributing to global initiatives like the Kyoto Protocol and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Josef Stroblمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geoinformatics
• GIScience
• Spatial Data Infrastructure
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Josef Strobl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Geoinformatics , Paris Lodron University of Salzburg. With over 40 years of research activity (since 1982), he has produced 168 publications and participated in 51 projects. His work focuses on GIScience, spatial data infrastructure, remote sensing, and environmental engineering applications. Education : Not explicitly detailed in the text Research Interests : Geospatial technologies, data sharing frameworks, climate action support, hydrological modeling, and interdisciplinary applications in Central Asia Recent Publications (2021-2025) demonstrate expertise in geospatial ecosystems, water resource analysis, disease monitoring, and educational frameworks using GIS technologies across multiple domains including climate science, health geography, and regional development. Scientific Awards Christian-Doppler Preis (1989) Ehrenzeichen des Landes Salzburg (2018) Erasmus+ Botschafter (2022) Kulturfonds Salzburg Kinder- und Jugendprojektpreis (2020) Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) Leadership Roles include membership in the European Academy of Sciences and Arts (since 2021), full membership in the Austrian Academy of Sciences (since 2010), and organizing major conferences like GISCA 2024-2025. He contributes to editorial activities and peer review processes.

Andreas Riedlمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cartography
• Geoinformation Systems (GIS)
• Geovisualization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andreas Riedl is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Geography and Regional Research, University of Vienna, where he serves as Head of the Hyperglobe Research Group and Vice-Director of Studies for Geography. His work bridges cartographic heritage with cutting-edge geospatial technology, focusing on spherical display systems for global data visualization. His educational background includes a Doctorate in Geography/Cartography from the University of Vienna (1987-1992) and an Industrial Engineering degree from HTL-Hollabrunn (1979-1985). Career milestones include research at Simon Fraser University (1995-1996) and software development at ITC Enschede (1996). Riedl's research centers on Hyperglobes —interactive 1.2-meter spherical displays that visualize weather patterns, continental drift, and climate change through dual 4K projection. His group operates these systems for public education, serving schools and museums with free demonstrations of geophysical phenomena, flora/fauna distributions, and extraterrestrial topics. Complementing this, he advances GIS applications in urban planning, 3D visualization, and multimedia geocommunication. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dual research trajectories: (1) Environmental hydrology studies quantifying dew/fog water inputs in grasslands using isotope tracing and micro-lysimeters, and (2) Media studies examining migration coverage, journalistic roles, and gender representation in news. Both strands emphasize data visualization's role in public understanding of complex systems. As an educator, Riedl supervises Master's theses on GIS implementation, 3D city modeling, and geovisualization. His students explore topics including e-charging infrastructure planning, infographic-style maps, and AR navigation systems, reflecting his commitment to applied spatial analysis. The Hyperglobe Research Group provides critical infrastructure for these projects through its spherical display technology and public engagement initiatives.

Marta Arzarelloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• First European peopling
• Prehistory
• Excavation methods
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marta Arzarello is an Associate Professor in Prehistory and Protohistory at the Department of Humanistic Studies, University of Ferrara (Italy). She serves as Deputy Director of the Department of Humanistic Studies and Coordinator of the Doctorate in Human Sciences and the International Master in Quaternary and Prehistory, both funded by Erasmus Mundus. She has coordinated numerous international projects (FP7, Erasmus Mundus, CNR-CNRST) and acted as EC expert since 2011. Director of over 60 Master’s and 21 PhD theses Director of excavations at Pirro Nord and Ciota Ciara Focus on Middle/Lower Palaeolithic technology, first European peopling, island colonization, and Sahara cultures Her recent publications (2025–2024) span archaeology , anthropology , and lithic technology , addressing topics such as: Neurocranial morphology of Palaeolithic remains Lithic analysis of Lower Palaeolithic sites Diet and subsistence strategies in Palaeolithic Italy Use-wear analysis for tool functionality Early human presence in Western Europe She received the Prix Prince Rainier III de Monaco (2018) for research at Pirro Nord. Her work integrates field campaigns, experimental archaeology, and museum curation to reconstruct human behavior and environmental interactions.