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Masoud Asgharianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Survival Analysis
• Changepoint Problem
• Nonparametric Bayesian Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Masoud Asgharian is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at McGill University. His research focuses on survival analysis, changepoint problems, nonparametric Bayesian methods, and data envelopment analysis. He has contributed to influential studies on dementia survival rates, censored data methodologies, and statistical efficiency measures. His work bridges biostatistics and operations research, with applications in public health and medical sciences. Key contributions include methodologies for prevalent cohort survival analysis, input relaxation efficiency measures in stochastic DEA, and causal inference techniques. Asgharian has collaborated extensively with researchers in epidemiology and biomedical engineering, as evidenced by his co-authored publications on topics ranging from tooth enamel properties to low-precision neural network quantization. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as New England Journal of Medicine , Journal of the American Statistical Association , and Biometrics . Current affiliations include leadership roles in statistical research at McGill, with ongoing projects in computational statistics and healthcare analytics.

David Lieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Systems Security
• Trusted Execution Environments
• Mobile Platform Security
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David Lie is a Professor at the University of Toronto, jointly appointed in the Edward S. Rogers Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Department of Computer Science, and Faculty of Law. He directs the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society, co-founded the IT3 Lab, and serves as Associate Director at the Data Sciences Institute. His research focuses on securing computer systems through operating systems, architecture, and formal verification approaches. B.A.Sc (University of Toronto, 1998) M.S. (Stanford, 2001) Ph.D. (Stanford, 2004) His research emphasizes building secure systems for mobile platforms and cloud computing, with significant contributions to trusted execution environments (XOM architecture precursor to Intel SGX/ARM TrustZone) and Android permission mapping (PScout tool). Recent work spans cryptographic side-channels, web tracking detection, and AI safety. Key honors include SOSP 2003 Best Paper, Ontario MRI Early Researcher Award (2008), Connaught Global Challenge Award (2017), and Canada Research Chairs (Tier 2 2013-2018, Tier 1 current). He has secured over $30M in research funding and served as General Chair for CCS 2018. Lie leads the IT3 Lab (Technology and Policy Integration), collaborates with industry leaders (Google, VMware, Telus), and mentors graduate students working on practical security implementations. He co-teaches ECE1724: Privacy Problems with Lisa Austin from the Faculty of Law, reflecting his technology-policy interests.

• Data Systems for AI
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Database Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yongjoo Park is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), affiliated with the Grainger College of Engineering. He leads research in data-intensive AI systems as a member of the Data and Information Systems (DAIS) lab, focusing on novel data systems that bridge database theory and practical AI applications. His work emphasizes open-source contributions through GitHub and direct societal impact. Research interests center on systems for data-intensive AI , particularly efficient Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems for exploratory AI, data science versioning, and in-storage computing. Key projects include Kishu (the world's first undoable Jupyter notebook with time-travel capabilities), CARE (a causal-relational system for structured/unstructured data), and AirDB/AirIndex (serverless transactions and automatic index optimization). His group develops tools enabling scalable, optimized AI workflows from storage layers to LLM inference. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on interactive data systems (85% of recent work), with significant contributions to notebook environments (Kishu), vector databases (ISCA'25), and RAG optimization. Awards highlight technical innovation, including SIGMOD 2025 Best Demo Award and NSF CAREER funding. His open-source philosophy drives GitHub releases of all major systems. SIGMOD 2025 Best Demo Award (Kishu) NSF CAREER Award (Novel data science systems) SIGMOD'23 Best Artifact Award Honorable Mention (DeepOLA) IBM-Illinois Project Selection (VectorDB/RAG) Mentorship spans 12 current PhD/MS students and 6 graduated advisees, including Supawit Chockchowwat (now Postdoc at Google, future Assistant Professor at CMKL University). He teaches advanced courses like CS511 (Advanced Data Management) and recruits 1-2 new PhD students annually, prioritizing data systems research. His lab emphasizes diversity, individual respect, and concrete outcomes in a collaborative workspace.

Olivia Di Matteoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Software Engineering
• Quantum Compilation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Olivia Di Matteo serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within UBC's Faculty of Applied Science, leading the Quantum Software and Algorithms Research (QSAR) group since her January 2022 appointment. Her academic foundation includes a BSc from Lakehead University and MSc/PhD in Physics (Quantum Information) from the University of Waterloo, completed in 2019. Dr. Di Matteo's research centers on quantum software engineering , with pioneering work in quantum compilation , circuit optimization , and debugging tools . She champions open-source quantum frameworks and develops accessible educational resources to democratize quantum computing. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals dominant trends in quantum programming infrastructure, particularly circuit analysis (33%), bug classification (20%), and qubit network optimization (15%), with strong emphasis on practical software tooling over theoretical physics. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. She advises graduate students in the QSAR group while contributing to open-source quantum ecosystems through projects like PennyLane and The Ionizer transpiler, and teaches courses including CPEN 400Q (Gate-model quantum computing) and ELEC 221 (Signals and Systems). The QSAR group operates at the intersection of quantum software development and education, focusing on making quantum programming accessible through visual tools, real-time debugging environments, and hardware-agnostic compilation techniques.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• 3D User Interfaces
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert J. Teather is an Associate Professor and the Director of the School of Information Technology at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. He previously served as an interim Director of the School of Information Technology during the 2022-23 academic year. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from York University (2013) and a postdoctoral fellowship at McMaster University (2015). Dr. Teather's educational background includes: PhD in Computer Science from York University (2013) Master's Thesis: "Comparing 2D and 3D Direct Manipulation Interfaces" from York University (2008), which was awarded the Joseph Liu Thesis Award Dr. Teather's research broadly falls under the field of human-computer interaction, with specialization in 3D user interfaces, virtual reality, and user interfaces for computer games. His work establishes methods for direct comparison of 2D and 3D interfaces for conceptually equivalent tasks, such as selection and manipulation interfaces. He investigates factors influencing human performance in VR, including stereo 3D graphics, haptic feedback, and head-tracking. His research also evaluates novel user interfaces like tilt control or touchscreens, and examines human performance with game input devices in complex tasks involving navigation, selection, and manipulation of objects in game environments. His research has been published extensively in top venues including IEEE VR, ACM SUI, and Graphics Interface. Among his notable scientific achievements are: NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship during his PhD studies Ontario Graduate Scholarship during his PhD studies Best Paper Honourable Mention at the ACM Symposium on Applied Perception 2020 Best Demo Award for SUI 2017 Joseph Liu Thesis Award (2008) Dr. Teather actively supervises graduate students at Carleton University, currently overseeing multiple PhD and Master's students in the areas of human-computer interaction and interactive digital media. His research is supported by NSERC and the Canada Foundation for Innovation, providing funding for his students and laboratory equipment. His students have produced research spanning VR as a persuasive tool to improve vaccine confidence, selection performance using smartphones in VR, and text entry methods in virtual reality environments. Dr. Teather leads a well-equipped CFI-supported lab focused on virtual and augmented reality research. His team works collaboratively on projects related to interactive virtual reality systems, computer game user interfaces, and input devices for 3D interaction. The lab environment fosters interdisciplinary research with opportunities for students to work on cutting-edge VR/AR technologies and contribute to the growing field of spatial computing.

• Computer Networks
• Data Center Networking
• Software Defined Networking (SDN)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yashar Ganjali is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto , leading the Systems and Networking Group . His research spans computer networks , with a focus on data center networking , software-defined networking (SDN) , and congestion control . Education : Not explicitly detailed, but inferred from academic rank as a Professor. His work on flow consolidation , load migration in SDN controllers , and machine learning for network management has been influential. Recent projects include FORESIGHT (2025) for ML-driven scheduling and Meta-Migration (2023) to reduce switch migration latency. Scientific Awards include the IFIP Networking 2025 Best Paper Award . Collaborations with institutions like Google (2024) and Facebook (2019) highlight his industry impact. Advisees include Sepehr Abbasi Zadeh (PhD, 2024). Current projects integrate optical packet switching and eBPF-based network augmentation , aiming to address scalability, micro-bursts, and resource allocation efficiency in cloud environments.

Patrick Mitranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 5G/6G Communication Systems
• Millimeter-wave and Sub-THz Technologies
• Digital Predistortion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrick Mitran is a full-time Professor at the University of Waterloo's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced wireless communication systems, including 5G/6G technologies, millimeter-wave and sub-THz communication, digital predistortion techniques, MIMO systems, and beamforming architectures. He leads projects addressing challenges in transmitter linearization, network resource allocation, and hardware-efficient signal processing. Key research interests include optimizing frequency multiplier-based transmitters, mitigating inter-cell interference in massive MIMO networks, and developing algorithms for reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS). His work often intersects hardware design, signal processing, and network optimization, with applications in next-generation wireless infrastructure. Recent publications highlight innovations in ultrawideband signal generation for 6G testing, practical RIS configurations, and FPGA-based real-time digital predistortion implementations. His contributions emphasize both theoretical advancements and practical system-level solutions. Dr. Mitran's research group collaborates on cutting-edge topics such as hybrid NOMA in multi-cell networks, adaptive coding modulation for Gaussian channels, and interference decoding strategies. His work has been published in top-tier journals and conferences, reflecting a sustained impact on modern wireless communication technologies.

Yuping Heمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Autonomous Driving
• Vehicle System Dynamics
• Vehicle Chassis Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuping He is a Professor in the Department of Automotive and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo (2002) and has extensive academic and industry experience, including postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Windsor and University of Waterloo. His research focuses on autonomous driving, vehicle dynamics, chassis design, and active safety systems, with expertise in modeling and simulation techniques. Education: PhD (Mechanical Engineering), University of Waterloo, 2002 MASc (Automotive Engineering), Tsinghua University, China, 1991 BASc (Automotive Engineering), Hubei Automotive Industries Institute, China, 1985 Research interests include automated design synthesis, multidisciplinary optimization, and driver-hardware-in-the-loop simulations. He has contributed to advancements in heavy vehicle stability control, trailer steering systems, and energy-saving strategies for steer-by-wire vehicles. His work bridges mechanical systems, control engineering, and real-time simulation technologies. Awards include the 2010 Research Excellence Award from UOIT’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, and a nomination for the Governor-General’s Gold Medal (2003). His publications span journals like Vehicle System Dynamics and ASME Journal of Computational and Nonlinear Dynamics , with a focus on improving vehicle safety and performance through advanced control strategies. Advising and Grants: Dr. He has advised student teams in capstone projects, including the 2010 FEAS Capstone Design Competition-winning team. His research integrates industrial collaboration, as seen in roles like Senior Product Engineer at American Axle & Manufacturing (2005). His work emphasizes practical applications in automotive and mechatronic systems.

• Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)
• Avionics Systems
• Wireless Communication
• +۷ مورد دیگر

René Jr Landry is a full Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at École de technologie supérieure (ETS), Université du Québec, specializing in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), avionics, and wireless communication technologies. His academic journey includes a B.Ing. from Polytechnique Montréal, M.Sc. from University of Surrey (UK), and Ph.D. from SupAréo in Toulouse. He maintains active research leadership through two key laboratories: LASSENA (Laboratory of Space Technologies, Embedded Systems, Navigation and Avionics) and LACIME (Communications and Microelectronic Integration Laboratory). His research spans critical aerospace navigation domains including GNSS signal processing, inertial navigation systems, software-defined radio for avionics, radio frequency interference mitigation, and indoor positioning technologies. Landry's work addresses real-world challenges in satellite navigation robustness, precision positioning in urban/denied environments, and next-generation avionic system security. His current projects focus on blockchain-enhanced IoT security, AI-driven GNSS disruption analysis, and adaptive RF front-ends for multi-band avionics applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong emphasis on resilient positioning systems through multi-constellation integration (particularly Iridium-NEXT), blockchain applications for navigation security, and explainable AI techniques for GNSS signal quality assessment. His work increasingly bridges traditional navigation engineering with cutting-edge security and machine learning paradigms. 2014 Prix d'excellence du c.a. pour les services à la collectivité Landry has supervised over 100 graduate students across doctoral, master's, and research projects since 2005, with current supervision extending through Summer 2025. His research funding supports multiple industry partnerships focused on avionics certification, software-defined radio implementations, and next-generation navigation systems. The LASSENA laboratory under his leadership develops certified avionic products from open-source SDR platforms and advances multi-sensor fusion techniques for challenging navigation environments. His research infrastructure includes specialized facilities for GNSS signal simulation, avionics hardware testing, and multi-sensor integration. Current work emphasizes flight-tested validation of RF front-end technologies, blockchain-secured navigation data, and real-time interference mitigation systems for aviation applications.

David Junckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Nanotechnology
• Lab-on-a-Chip
• +۶ مورد دیگر

David Juncker is a Professor and Department Chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at McGill University. He serves as a Principal Investigator at the McGill University & Genome Quebec Innovation Centre and holds associate memberships in the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Division of Experimental Medicine, Department of Surgery, and Goodman Cancer Research Centre. His research focuses on micro- and nano-bioengineering technologies for bioanalysis, precision medicine, and organs-on-chips. Key areas include microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip devices, biomedical sensors, medical diagnostics, biomaterials, tissue engineering, and cancer biomarker discovery. His lab develops scalable antibody microarrays, self-powered diagnostic platforms, microfluidic probes for brain tissue perfusion, and nanogradients for neuronal navigation, with applications in cancer diagnostics, global health, and neuroscience. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal strong emphasis on extracellular vesicle analysis, single-cell proteomics, 3D-printed microfluidic/organ-on-a-chip systems, and capillary-driven circuits. Key trends include low-cost point-of-care diagnostics, advanced circulating tumor cell isolation methods, and biomimetic synthetic vesicles for drug delivery, demonstrating translational potential in early disease detection. Dr. Juncker leads a highly interdisciplinary team comprising undergraduate and graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and staff from diverse scientific, engineering, and cultural backgrounds. His lab actively recruits Canadian/permanent resident graduate students for projects on single extracellular vesicle and protein detection in cancer and infectious diseases, leveraging microfluidics and wearables for biomarker discovery. The Juncker Lab operates from the McGill University & Genome Quebec Innovation Centre (740 Dr. Penfield Avenue, Room 6206). It maintains a collaborative, multicultural environment focused on developing transformative micro- and nano-bioengineering technologies with significant potential impact on human health diagnostics and treatment.

Nicola Nicoliciمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Integrated Circuit Design
• Hardware Testing
• Post-Silicon Validation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicola Nicolici is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on methods and algorithms for the design of digital integrated circuits and systems, with significant contributions in manufacturing test, post-silicon validation and debug. His work has expanded to include embedded systems, low-energy computing, and custom hardware-accelerated computing systems. Professor Nicolici's research interests span multiple areas of digital system design and validation. His early work focused on manufacturing test methodologies and power-aware testing strategies for integrated circuits. More recently, he has made significant contributions to post-silicon validation techniques, including constrained-random stimuli generation, trace signal selection, and bit-flip detection. His research has evolved to address emerging challenges in embedded computing systems, low-energy design, and specialized hardware acceleration for various applications including deep neural networks and signal processing. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward hardware acceleration for specialized computing tasks. The research spans matrix multiplication algorithms (Strassen and Karatsuba), memory system optimization (DDR5 calibration), FPGA-based radar processing, and neural network acceleration. His work consistently bridges theoretical algorithm development with practical hardware implementation considerations, particularly focusing on precision analysis, fault tolerance, and energy efficiency. The research demonstrates a clear progression from traditional digital circuit testing to more complex system-level validation and acceleration techniques. Professor Nicolici has been actively involved in teaching courses related to system-on-chip design and test, digital systems, and embedded systems. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses such as System-on-Chip (SOC) Design and Test and Digital Systems Design , reflecting his expertise in the field. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record suggests ongoing research funding support. His research has contributed significantly to the fields of digital circuit testing, post-silicon validation, and hardware acceleration. The work has practical applications in semiconductor manufacturing, embedded systems design, and specialized computing architectures. His recent focus on neural network acceleration and memory system optimization reflects the evolving landscape of computer architecture research.

Trevor Brownمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Concurrent Data Structures
• Lock-Free Algorithms
• Transactional Memory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Trevor Brown is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science department at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the Cheriton School of Computer Science. He leads the Multicore Lab and specializes in concurrent data structures, non-blocking algorithms, and memory management. His research bridges theory and systems, focusing on practical implementations of lock-free trees, transactional memory, and techniques for non-uniform memory architectures. Education includes a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Toronto and a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Mathematics from York University. Research interests center on concurrent systems, with recent work exploring hardware-accelerated indexing, memory reclamation techniques, and performance anomalies in microbenchmarks. His publications demonstrate consistent innovation in parallel computing, with articles frequently appearing at top conferences like PPoPP, SPAA, and DISC. Sustainable energy research includes optimizing hybrid power systems and battery storage solutions. Awards include multiple best paper/artifact recognitions at SPAA and PPoPP, teaching excellence honors, and nominations for the Governor General’s Gold Medal. Extensive advising includes 13+ graduate students and PDFs, with research grants exceeding $965K from NSERC, Huawei, and CFI. He directs the Multicore Lab, developing open-source tools like SetBench for rigorous performance benchmarking.

Mohamed Youssefمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Propulsion Systems
• Power Electronics
• Railway Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohamed Youssef is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering at Ontario Tech University. He holds a PhD (Electrical and Computer Engineering) from Queen’s University (2005). His primary affiliation is the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, with research focusing on propulsion systems, power electronics, railway systems, and renewable energy technologies. Education: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Queen’s University (2005) MSc, Power Electronics, Concordia University (2001) MSc, Electric Power and Machines, Ain Shams University (1999) BSc, Electric Power and Machines, Ain Shams University (1995) Research Interests: Dr. Youssef’s expertise spans propulsion systems for automotive and hyperloop technologies , power electronics for IoT and renewable energy , railway electromagnetic compatibility , and power system stability . His work emphasizes practical applications in electric vehicles, smart grid integration, and sustainable energy systems. He leads the PEDAL (Power Electronics and Drives Laboratory) at Ontario Tech. Awards and Recognition: Recipient of the NSERC Post-doctorate Scholarship (2006) Best Paper Award at IECON 2004 Award of Merit from Ontario Center of Excellence (2006) Nominated for the Howard Alper Prize (2007) Professional Activities: He serves as a reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics , IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics , and others. He has held roles as Technical Chair at IEEE SEGE 2015 and Track Chair at IEEE SEGE 2016. Current affiliations include Senior Member of IEEE and Chair of the IEEE Power Electronics Chapter in Toronto. Labs and Teams: He directs the PEDAL Lab , focusing on advanced power electronics and electric vehicle technologies. Collaborations include Bombardier Transportation and Armstrong Pumps.

David Latulippeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Membrane Science
• Bioprocessing
• DNA Purification
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Latulippe is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University. He joined McMaster in 2012 after postdoctoral work at Cornell University and a PhD at Penn State University, focusing on membrane filtration for DNA purification. His industrial experience includes roles at ZENON Environmental (now GE Water) in hollow-fiber membrane design for water treatment. Research interests include Membrane science and technology Bioprocessing of therapeutic viruses Microscale systems for biological applications Environmental engineering solutions for water treatment Current projects involve collaborations with industry partners like Ceapro and Aevitas, and the development of a biomanufacturing automation lab with Sartorius. Recent publications highlight advancements in Nanofiltration and microfiltration for viral vectors Conductive membranes for electrochemical applications Microfluidic systems for DNA analysis Environmental monitoring of biocides and microplastics Scientific recognition includes the Young Membrane Scientist Award (2014). Teaching activities focus on Fluid Mechanics (CHEMENG 2O04) and Industrial Separation Processes (CHEMENG 4M03).

Amir Keyvan Khandaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Information Theory
• Wireless Communications
• Optical Communications
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amir Keyvan Khandani is a Professor and Senior Ciena-NSERC Industrial Research Chair in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He holds prestigious research chairs including Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Wireless Communications and former Senior NSERC Chairs with Blackberry and Nortel. His research focuses on information theory, wireless and optical communications, and signal processing, emphasizing foundational principles and practical applications. Dr. Khandani earned his BEng and MEng from Tehran University (1985) and PhD from McGill University (1992). He joined Waterloo in 1993, supervising over 45 PhD students, 35 master’s candidates, and numerous postdoctoral researchers. His alumni work globally in academia and industry. Research interests include Network Information Theory , Media-Based Modulation , Full-Duplex Systems , and Quantum-Safe Encryption . Recent work explores secure key generation, interference management, and next-generation wireless innovations. Notable awards include NSERC/Ciena Industrial Research Chair and multiple Canada Research Chairs. His publications span foundational and applied topics in communications, with recent focus on cybersecurity and 5G/6G technologies. Dr. Khandani actively contributes to conferences, consults for industry/government, and teaches ECE 307 - Probability Theory and Statistics . His lab develops cutting-edge solutions in wireless networks, optical systems, and secure communication protocols.