جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Harald Koschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Information Systems
• Big Data
• eHumanities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Harald Kosch serves as Vice President for Academic Infrastructure and IT at the University of Passau. Since 2006, he holds the Chair of Distributed Information Systems within the Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics. He co-leads the tri-national IRIXYS research center (University of Passau, INSA Lyon, Università di Milano) and directs the German-French DFH/UFA Doctoral College. Current academic leadership roles Specialization in distributed systems and big data International research networks in digital innovation Recipient of French academic distinction His team develops tools for distributed information processing in multimedia and data-intensive applications, with applications in eHumanities and emergency logistics. Research emphasizes cross-border collaboration and technology transfer between academia and industry. Scientific distinctions include: Chevalier de l'Ordre des Palmes Académiques 2022 DFH Dissertation Prize (for Dr. Benjamin Planche) Active in EU digital strategy, Bavarian sustainability initiatives, and Franco-Bavarian AI competitions.

• Computer Science Education
• Intelligent Tutoring Systems
• Deep Reinforcement Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tiffany Barnes is a Researcher at the North Carolina State University , affiliated with the Department of Computer Science within the College of Engineering . Her work focuses on Computer Science Education , Intelligent Tutoring Systems , and Deep Reinforcement Learning applications in pedagogy. Research interests include: Metacognitive interventions in learning Programming education tools Game-based learning environments Cultural barriers in CS education AI-driven educational technologies Recent publications explore LLM-powered educational tools , Parsons Problems for code comprehension, and Reinforcement Learning in adaptive tutors. Trends highlight student motivation , code trace analysis , and personalized feedback systems . Collaborations span institutions like Duke University , University of North Carolina , and Georgia Tech . Key projects include Jigsaw (problem decomposition) and MerryQuery (LLM for education).

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Wearable Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Friederike Fröbel is a Researcher at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) within the Design Research eXplorations group, affiliated with the interdisciplinary Design Research Lab network spanning Berlin University of the Arts, DFKI, Weizenbaum Institute, and Einsteincenter Digital Future. Her work focuses on socially and ecologically sustainable tools at the intersection of technology, materials, and social practices to advance digital inclusion through participatory design. She completed her Master of Science degree in 2018 with a thesis titled 'Smart Fashion as Mobile User Interface' under Dr. Katharina Bredies' supervision, building foundational expertise in wearable interfaces. Fröbel's research centers on human-computer interaction with emphasis on wearable technology, sustainable digital solutions, and community empowerment. She pioneers low-cost hardware and free/libre open source software (FLOS) applications to create accessible interfaces, particularly for minoritized groups. Her methodology prioritizes co-creation workshops and grassroots innovation to address real-world challenges in local development and networked societies. Analysis of her 2019-2023 publications reveals consistent integration of machine learning with textile-based interfaces (e.g., MYOW, UPLINX projects) and community-driven sustainable development (MINODU, Miadé initiatives in Togo). A dominant trend is adapting technology for pandemic-era constraints while maintaining participatory design principles, demonstrating resilience in digital inclusion efforts across diverse contexts. As a core member of the Design Research Lab, Fröbel contributes to projects including DDAI (Design-driven AI), MYOW (wearable creation platforms), and Minodu. The lab operates as a dynamic network of designers, researchers, and critical thinkers committed to ecological sustainability, gender-inclusive design, and material interactions, hosting events like virtual colloquia on AI ethics and digital sovereignty.

Patrick Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human factors in socio-technical systems
• Adoption and integration of smart frontstage service technologies
• Servitization journeys of manufacturing firms in the digital age
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patrick Meyer is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Chair of Information Systems I, Innovation and Value Creation, within the School of Business, Economics and Society at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). He holds an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from FAU and Sungkyunkwan University, and a B.Eng. from Hof University of Applied Sciences and National University, USA. His research focuses on human factors in socio-technical systems, particularly the adoption of service robots in retail and servitization processes in manufacturing firms. His publications span topics such as Service robot integration in retail Servitization methodologies Employee and customer acceptance of robotics Socio-technical system design Digital transformation in service industries His work has appeared in journals like Journal of Enterprise Information Management , Production Planning & Control , and Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services . Currently, he works at ERGO Group AG on digitalization projects while maintaining his postdoctoral role at FAU.

Aida Boukhrisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Internet of Things
• Service Innovation
• Digital Transformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Aida Boukhris is a Researcher at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU) within the School of Business, Economics and Society and the Chair of Information Systems I, Innovation and Value Creation. Her work focuses on IoT-driven service innovation, reducing development complexity for novice users (makers and manufacturing intrapreneurs), and digital transformation. She currently coordinates FAU's executive education program 'Leading Digital Transformation' with Fraunhofer IIS and IIMB Bangalore, and leads projects SmartDiF (manufacturing/logistics services) and MEgA (digital workplace health) funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Her academic foundation includes a Master's in Innovation Management from Tunisia's National School of Engineers of Tunis, completed with a thesis at Fraunhofer IMW in Leipzig. Prior to this, she earned an Electrical Engineering degree from the same institution and worked 2.5 years as an embedded systems engineer in Tunis. Boukhris specializes in Internet of Things, Service Innovation, and Platform Strategies, with research emphasizing co-creation methodologies for integrating non-expert users into service design. Her projects address real-world challenges like fact-based service development in manufacturing (SmartDiF) and health promotion in digital workplaces (MEgA), bridging academic theory with industry applications through IoT and cloud platforms. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on service innovation in digital contexts, particularly IoT-enabled product-service systems, platform-based service development, and co-creation frameworks. Recent work explores smart services, industrial service clouds, and persuasive technologies for urban interaction and collaborative prototyping, demonstrating interdisciplinary research spanning information systems, innovation management, and human-computer interaction. Boukhris coordinated the Horizon 2020 STARTIFY7 project, organizing summer academies for ICT entrepreneurs. Current initiatives include: SmartDiF: Developing tools for fact-based services in manufacturing/logistics MEgA: Creating health-promotion concepts for digital workplaces Leading Digital Transformation: Executive program for IoT/Big Data business model innovation She operates within FAU's Chair of Information Systems I under Prof. Dr. Möslein, collaborating extensively with Fraunhofer institutes (IMW, IIS) and the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. This network enables cross-border research on digital innovation, connecting European and Asian academic and industrial ecosystems to advance service science and entrepreneurship education.

Layla Hajjam-Demirمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Information Systems
• Innovation Management
• Service Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Layla Hajjam-Demir is a Research Associate and Doctoral Student at the Chair of Information Systems I, Innovation and Value Creation, within the School of Business, Economics and Society at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Her work focuses on the intersection of information systems, innovation management, and digital transformation. M.Sc. in International Business Studies (FAU) B.Sc. in International Business Administration (Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society, in cooperation with BASF SE) Her research explores the application of artificial intelligence in service systems and harmonizing innovation processes through digital tools and cross-functional collaboration. Recent publications highlight her contributions to characterizing AI-enabled agents in service ecosystems and aligning innovation workflows across organizations. Layla has gained professional experience at Siemens Healthineers, Fraunhofer IIS, and BASF SE, alongside international exposure in Brussels (Belgium) during her bachelor’s and Istanbul (Turkey) during her master’s studies. She is actively involved in interdisciplinary research projects at FAU, focusing on digital transformation and value creation.

Maria Wirzbergerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Psychology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Instructional Design
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Maria Wirzberger is a tenure-track professor at the University of Stuttgart, where she leads the Department of Teaching and Learning with Intelligent Systems and serves as spokesperson for the Stuttgart Research Focus "Interchange Forum for Reflecting on Intelligent Systems" (SRF IRIS). She is also co-director of the Artificial Intelligence Software Academy (AISA) and part of the Cyber Valley ecosystem, Europe’s largest AI research consortium. Her interdisciplinary research bridges cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, instructional design, and artificial intelligence. Research Interests: Modeling and simulation of human cognition using cognitive and connectionist approaches Advanced statistical modeling (multilevel models, time series, structural equation models) Distraction, interruption, and attention control in applied settings Multimodal cognitive load assessment via performance, behavior, and physiology Design of adaptive, assistive, and responsible intelligent systems Individual differences in HCI (age, neurodiversity, technology affinity) Trust, bias, and critical reflection in human-AI interaction Her recent publications focus on cognitive load in learning, system delays in virtual training, interruption modeling using ACT-R, and adaptive feedback mechanisms. The work spans experimental, computational, and applied domains, increasingly extending to digital health, industrial robotics, and single-pilot operations. She applies lab, field, and online studies combined with user-centered software development. Scientific Awards and Grants: Erasmus+ teaching mobility grant (2018) InProTUC travel grant (2016) Research stay grant at University of Groningen "Deutschlandstipendium" scholarship (2013/14) Maria Wirzberger has supervised several theses and has been involved in grant-funded research such as the DFG Research Training Group "CrossWorlds". She actively reviews for top journals and conferences and holds leadership roles in academic service. She has organized symposia and workshops and is a member of numerous professional societies including the Cognitive Science Society, ACM, and APA. Labs and Teams: She leads a research team at the University of Stuttgart focused on teaching and learning with intelligent systems, embedded within the interdisciplinary Cyber Valley network. Her group develops and evaluates user-adaptive technologies using predictive analytics and cognitive science principles.

Tobias Lunteمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Gaze Tracking
• Assistive Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Lunte is a PhD student and research assistant at the University of Oldenburg's Department of Media Informatics and Multimedia Systems. His work focuses on assistive technologies for education, human-computer interaction (HCI), and multimodal interface design, particularly using gaze-tracking and augmented reality (AR) to address reading difficulties in children. He holds an M.Sc. in Engineering of Socio-Technical Systems (2020) and received the Best Thesis Award in Computer Science by OLDIES e.V. His research integrates real-time gaze behavior analysis to develop adaptive reading assistance tools, collaborating with parents, speech therapists, and educators. He also teaches courses on ethnographic methods, Gestalt principles in design, and quantitative evaluation techniques. In educational development, Tobias redesigned modules like Interactive Systems (BSc) and Human-Computer Interaction (MSc) into a cohesive HCI teaching framework. He pioneered a remote hardware-oriented Maker's Lab course during the 2020 digital semester, which was nominated for Best Course of 2019/20. His practical projects span physical computing, AR applications, and sensory notification systems for clinical environments. Scientific Awards: Best Thesis Award in Computer Science by OLDIES e.V. (2020) He supervises student projects in gaze-tracking, physical computing, and ARVR, including notable works like the Puzzle Box prototype, Sherlock AR game system, and Sensor Pet health reminder tool. His research combines technical innovation with pedagogical insights to create user-centered solutions across education and healthcare domains.

Jason R.C. Nurseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cyber Security
• Privacy
• Trust
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason R.C. Nurse is a Reader in Cyber Security at the University of Kent , Director of Science and Research at CybSafe , Visiting Fellow in Defence and Security at Cranfield University , and Senior Research Fellow at Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) . His interdisciplinary research spans cyber security , privacy , and trust , integrating insights from computing , psychology , and computational social science . Research Interests : Nurse’s work examines how emerging technologies affect cyber security and privacy. He leads initiatives on risk management , human cyber risk , security awareness , and behavioral cybersecurity , contributing to debates on cyber insurance , ransomware harms , and domestic abuse via digital means . Publications and Collaborations : His recent work includes studies on human risk management , patching strategies , and cyber insurance , published in venues like Journal of Cybersecurity , ACM Digital Threats , and Computers & Security . He collaborates with institutions including the University of Oxford , CybSafe , and RUSI . Scientific Awards : Senior Research Fellow at RUSI, Associate Fellow at RUSI, Section Editor of Palgrave Encyclopedia of Cyberpsychology , and member of Google.org European Cybersecurity Seminars Advisory Committee. Students and Supervision : Supervised PhD students Clare M. Patterson and Enes Altuncu , as well as prize-winning projects on risk management and ransomware at the University of Kent. Regularly acts as an external examiner at institutions like the Open University and University of Bristol . Media and Public Engagement : A prominent voice in mainstream media, with contributions to The Wall Street Journal , BBC , The Washington Post , and The Guardian . Regular speaker at global conferences including RSA Conference , Infosecurity Europe , and London International Youth Science Forum .

• Cognitive Psychology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maria Wirzberger is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Stuttgart, Germany. She serves as spokesperson for the Stuttgart Research Focus “Interchange Forum for Reflecting on Intelligent Systems” (SRF IRIS), head of the Department of Teaching and Learning with Intelligent Systems, and co-director of the Artificial Intelligence Software Academy (AISA). Her research team operates within the Cyber Valley ecosystem, Europe’s largest AI research consortium. Her work sits at the interdisciplinary intersection of cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, instructional design, and artificial intelligence. She employs experimental lab, field, and online studies alongside user-centered software development and modeling approaches to design responsible, user-adaptive assistive technologies. Initially focused on learning contexts, her research now extends to single-pilot operations, digital health, sustainable product development, and industrial robotics. Current projects investigate cognitive processes, user characteristics, and contextual factors through modeling human cognition (cognitive/connectionist approaches), advanced statistical analysis (multilevel models, time series, SEM), and multimodal cognitive load assessment (eye tracking, physiological measures, speech analysis). Key initiatives include designing adaptive assistive systems using predictive analytics, studying distraction/resumption patterns, supporting neurodiversity in HCI, and examining trust mechanisms and AI bias in human-AI interaction. Professor Wirzberger leads interdisciplinary collaborations through Cyber Valley and actively seeks research partners and students. Her leadership in the SRF IRIS forum and AISA demonstrates commitment to advancing responsible AI development while addressing critical human factors in emerging technical domains.

Susanne Rauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban History
• Spatial History
• History of Historiography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Susanne Rau serves as Professor for the History and Cultures of Spaces in Modern Times within the Department of History at the University of Erfurt's Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She holds multiple significant academic roles including Fellow and Spokesperson of the Kolleg Research Group at the Max Weber Center for Advanced Cultural and Social Studies, Program Supervisor for the Master's program in Collection-Related History of Knowledge and Culture, and Member of the Doctoral Committee of the Faculty of Philosophy since 2009. Her institutional leadership extends to coordinating Erasmus partnerships with universities across France, Spain, and Italy, and serving as contact person for university cooperation with Jamia Millia Islamia and Kannur University in India. Professor Rau's research establishes her as a pioneer in spatial history , with groundbreaking work on the intersections between urban development and religious practices . Her scholarship reveals sophisticated analysis of how spaces are constructed, perceived, and utilized across historical contexts, particularly examining European and South Asian urban centers. She has developed innovative frameworks for understanding urbanity as a historical concept , exploring how different cultures have conceptualized urban spaces through time. Her research on early modern European cities, especially Lyon and Hamburg, demonstrates exceptional attention to public spaces, tavern cultures, and spatial configurations that shaped social interactions. Her extensive publication record shows consistent methodological innovation, particularly in the spatial turn in historical scholarship . Recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on comparative urban studies between European and South Asian contexts, with significant focus on Calicut (Kozhikode). Professor Rau has pioneered digital approaches to historical research through projects like the GlobMapLab , which uses computational tools to analyze historical cartographic collections, particularly the renowned Perthes collection in Gotha. Her collaborative work with the "Religion & Urbanity" research group represents a major contribution to understanding how religious practices both shape and are shaped by urban environments. 2023 Thuringian Research Prize (Basic Research) 2023 Palmes Académiques ("chevalier") 2021 Award for internationalization of the University of Erfurt 2018-2021 Distinguished Visiting Professorship at the École Normale supérieure de Lyon 2017 Gay-Lussac Humboldt Prize of the French Academy of Sciences 2017 "Geisteswissenschaften International" Prize for promoting humanities translation 2015 Vienna Prize for urban history research 2009 Heisenberg Professorship of the German Research Foundation 2008 Young Talent Award from the Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach Foundation As an academic leader, Professor Rau has directed substantial research initiatives including the "Religion & Urbanity" collaborative research group funded by the German Research Foundation, and previously served as Vice President for Research and Young Talent Development at the University of Erfurt (2014-2017). She has secured funding from prestigious organizations including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, German Research Foundation, and various European funding bodies. Her editorial leadership extends to co-editing the SpatioTemporality series with De Gruyter and serving on multiple journal editorial boards, significantly shaping scholarly discourse in urban and spatial history. Professor Rau leads the Erfurt SpaceTime Research group, which develops innovative methodological approaches to spatial and temporal analysis in humanities research. Her GlobMapLab initiative represents a cutting-edge integration of digital humanities with traditional historical methods, enabling new forms of analysis of historical cartographic materials. Through her extensive international collaborations spanning France, India, and Italy, she has established herself as a key figure in global scholarly networks focused on urban history, spatial analysis, and cross-cultural historical studies.

Hubert Jobمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Protected Area Management
• Spatial Planning
• Regional Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Hubert Job is a Senior Professor of Geography and Regional Research at the Institute of Geography and Geology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Würzburg. His work bridges spatial planning, regional development, and environmental economics with regional focus on Central Europe, the Alps, and Africa. Research Interests : Protected area management, ecological connectivity, sustainable tourism economics, socio-economic impact analysis, cultural landscape preservation, and transnational spatial governance. Projects : Leads PlanToConnect (€301,000 sub-budget) for ecological corridor integration in Alpine spatial systems, contributes to multi-regional input-output analyses (DBU-funded), and evaluates nature tourism impacts in Lüneburger Heide, Wadden Sea, and Bavarian Forest National Parks. Awards : Recipient of the Austrian Geographical Society's Hans Bobek-Preis (2000) for exceptional contributions to geographical research. Collaborations : Chairs ARL European Working Group AlpPlan, collaborates with institutions across Sweden, Mexico, Tanzania, and Italy, and integrates UNESCO MAB frameworks into Alpine conservation.

• Social Network Analysis
• Misinformation Detection
• Human Mobility Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jussara M. Almeida is an established computer science researcher specializing in social network analysis, misinformation detection, and human mobility modeling. Her extensive publication record (1996–2025) demonstrates active research in web science, political communication on messaging platforms (WhatsApp/Telegram), and cloud systems. She frequently collaborates with Brazilian institutions and international partners on large-scale data projects. Research Focus: Her core interests include: Modeling information diffusion in encrypted messaging apps (WhatsApp/Telegram) Predicting human mobility patterns and privacy implications Analyzing political discourse and election-related coordination online Developing computational methods for misinformation detection Optimizing cloud/edge computing performance Publication Trends: Recent work (2021-2025) shows intensified focus on: Telegram's role in political mobilization and information dissemination Advanced techniques for identifying fake news websites and image-based misinformation Privacy-preserving mobility analysis and edge computing Child safety in live-streaming platforms Collaborations & Impact: Key collaborators include Marcos André Gonçalves, Fabrício Benevenuto, and Marco Mellia. Her research provides critical insights into real-world problems like election integrity, platform governance, and user privacy.

Jutta Weberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and media theory
• Technoscience Studies
• Science and Technology Studies
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jutta Weber is a Professor of Media Sociology at the Institute of Media Studies within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Paderborn, a position she has held since October 2011. She maintains an active research and teaching profile with a focus on the intersection of technology, media, and society. Her research interests span Technology and Media Theory, Technoscience Studies, Cultural Media Studies, Surveillance, Military & Critical Security Studies, and Feminist/Gender Studies. Her work critically examines how technology shapes social relations, power structures, and everyday life, with particular attention to ethical implications of emerging technologies. Analysis of her recent publications shows a strong focus on the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence, particularly in military contexts, alongside examinations of digital platforms, surveillance technologies, and epistemological questions in technoscience. Her work often bridges philosophical inquiry with sociological analysis of technological systems. Prof. Weber teaches a diverse range of courses including Media and Technology Theories, Media and War, and specialized seminars on platform wars, surveillance, and AI ethics. Her teaching reflects her interdisciplinary approach that combines media sociology with science and technology studies. She has collaborated with researchers such as J. Hälterlein on projects related to autonomous weapons systems and maintains an active research agenda examining the societal implications of emerging technologies.

Anne Traumمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Organizational Psychology
• Work Psychology
• Digitalization in Workplace
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne Traum is a Research Fellow at the University of Rostock’s Chair of Organizational and Work Psychology. Her work focuses on digitization effects in service industries, affect dynamics in selection processes, and professional self-development. She leads academic advising for Campus BWP MV and coordinates empirical research on vocational teacher training. Current research themes: workplace digitization, self-presentation authenticity, affect-action orientation interplay Key methodologies: scale validation, comparative case studies, organizational diagnostics International collaborations: European Association for Work and Organizational Psychology conferences Her publications since 2016 emphasize digitalization measurement (ODG/ADG scales), stress-performance relationships, and competency profile development for teachers. Active memberships include APA and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Psychologie.