Angeliki Mali is an Associate Professor at the University of Crete , affiliated with the School of Sciences and Engineering and the Department of Mathematics . She holds a PhD from Loughborough University (2016) and specializes in mathematics education, focusing on pedagogical strategies, proof construction, and the integration of digital tools in higher education. PhD, Loughborough University, 2016 Her research explores technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) , student engagement with digital textbooks , and commognitive frameworks in proof teaching. She has extensively studied dynamic geometry systems and interactive learning materials to enhance mathematical meaning-making. Recent publications highlight trends in proof analysis , complex analysis pedagogy , and cross-cultural education challenges . Her work bridges cognitive theories with practical teaching methods, emphasizing the role of metarules and discourse structures in university classrooms.
Benjamin C. Pierce serves as the Henry Salvatori Professor of Computer and Information Science in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a Fellow of the ACM with extensive editorial experience, having served as co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of Functional Programming and Managing Editor for Logical Methods in Computer Science. His research spans programming languages, type systems, language-based security, formal verification, differential privacy, and synchronization technologies. Pierce is renowned for developing foundational frameworks in bidirectional transformations (lenses), property-based testing, and differential privacy verification. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical implementation, particularly evident in his development of the Unison file synchronizer and the Clowdr virtual conference platform. The trends in his recent publications reveal a sustained focus on verification techniques for privacy-preserving systems, particularly differential privacy, alongside continued innovation in bidirectional data transformations and property-based testing methodologies. His work increasingly integrates formal verification with practical implementation concerns. Fellow of the ACM Pierce has mentored numerous researchers through PLMW (Programming Languages Mentoring Workshop) events and has served on numerous program committees for major conferences including POPL, PLDI, and ICFP. His editorial work has significantly shaped the programming languages research community through his leadership roles in key journals. He leads development of the Unison file synchronizer, a cross-platform tool used worldwide, and co-developed the Clowdr virtual conference platform that gained prominence during the pandemic. His work demonstrates a consistent pattern of creating practical tools grounded in deep theoretical foundations.
Isambo Karali is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, a position she has held since November 2007. Prior to this, she served as a Lecturer at the same department from September 1999 to November 2007. Her academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to knowledge representation, uncertainty reasoning, and semantic web technologies. Dr. Karali's educational background includes: PhD in Informatics (1995) from the University of Athens MSc in Computer Science (1988) from University College, University of London Bachelor of Mathematics (1986) from the Department of Mathematics, University of Athens Dr. Karali's research focuses on Knowledge Representation and Reasoning with Uncertainty, Artificial Intelligence, Logic Programming, and Object-Oriented Programming. She has made significant contributions to applying Dempster-Shafer theory for handling uncertainty in Semantic Web applications. Her work bridges theoretical foundations of logic programming with practical applications in knowledge representation, particularly in distributed and heterogeneous environments. She has supervised numerous PhD and master's theses in these areas. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating uncertainty reasoning with Semantic Web technologies, particularly using Dempster-Shafer theory and fuzzy logic. Her work addresses challenges in managing imprecise and uncertain information in large-scale knowledge systems, with applications in recommendation systems, news analysis, and semantic search. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects artificial intelligence, knowledge representation, and web technologies to solve complex information management problems. Dr. Karali has been actively involved in research funding and collaboration: Principal Investigator for "Handling uncertainty in data intensive applications on a distributed computing environment (cloud computing)" under the "Thalis" Program Scientific Responsible for "Artificial Intelligence and Logic Programming Techniques for Knowledge on the World Wide Web" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Scientific Responsible for "Semantic Web and Logic Programming - Application to Guided Search" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Participant in multiple EU research projects including MISSION, COSMOS, ADDSIA, PARACHUTE, APPLAUSE, and EDS As an educator, Dr. Karali has taught core undergraduate courses including Object-Oriented Programming and Logic Programming, as well as graduate courses on Knowledge Technologies and Artificial Intelligence. She has supervised numerous PhD and master's students, with a focus on uncertainty reasoning, semantic web technologies, and logic programming applications. Her mentorship extends to student competitions, including guiding the Department's team in the Microsoft ImagineCup 2009. Dr. Karali has also contributed to the academic community through service activities, including membership on program committees for conferences like IEEE ICTAI, reviewer for prestigious journals, and organizational roles in academic events. From 2000 to 2012, she was responsible for the Department's website, contributing to its architecture design and system development.
Pavlos Fafalios is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems at the School of Production Engineering and Management, Technical University of Crete, and an Affiliated Researcher at the Centre for Cultural Informatics (CCI) and Information Systems Laboratory (ISL), Institute of Computer Science, Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH). He holds a PhD and MSc in Information Systems from the University of Crete and an Engineer's Diploma from the University of the Aegean. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at L3S Research Center, Leibniz University of Hanover, and FORTH-ICS, as well as teaching roles at Hellenic Mediterranean University and the University of Crete. His research interests span Information Systems , Data and Knowledge Management , and Linked Data , with a strong interdisciplinary focus on applications in Cultural Heritage and the Humanities . He develops semantic technologies, knowledge graphs, and information management systems for complex, real-world domains. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in applying semantic technologies to cultural and historical data, including earthquake data modeling, feminism history documentation, and museum data integration. His work consistently focuses on knowledge representation, ontology development, and data interoperability, particularly using CIDOC CRM and Linked Data principles. Individual postdoctoral research fellowship 'Marie Skłodowska-Curie' (H2020-MSCA-IF-2019) Finalist for the '2019 ERCIM Cor Baayen Young Researcher Award' Fellowship from legacy 'Maria Michael Manasaki' (2014-2015) 1st prize in Hack4Med 2014 1st prize in Blue Hackathon 2013 PhD and MSc scholarships by FORTH Pavlos Fafalios has been involved in significant research projects such as PortADa (MSCA Staff Exchange), RICONTRANS (ERC Consolidator Grant), FE.P.I.B., ReKnow (Marie Curie project), SeaLiT (ERC Starting Grant), and ALEXANDRIA (ERC Advanced Grant), where he served as principal investigator, scientific responsible, or lead researcher. He has supervised student projects that led to award-winning software tools. He is active in scientific committees and regularly publishes in international venues. He leads and contributes to research in the Centre for Cultural Informatics (CCI) and Information Systems Laboratory (ISL) at FORTH-ICS, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects that bridge computer science with humanities and cultural heritage. His lab work emphasizes practical tools for semantic data integration, exploration, and analysis.
Themos Stafylakis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics of Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), a role he assumed in 2023. He also serves as the head of the Machine Learning and Voice Biometrics departments at Omilia (Cyprus and Greece) since 2018. Additionally, he collaborates as a researcher at the Archimedes unit of the "Athena" Research Center. His academic journey includes a PhD in voice applications from the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of NTUA (2011), a master's from Imperial College London (2005), and a bachelor's from NTUA (2004). Professional experience includes postdoctoral research at ÉTS University of Montreal (2011-2013) and CRIM research center (2011-2016), followed by work at the University of Nottingham on audiovisual speech recognition under a Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellowship (2016-2018). His research focuses on speaker recognition, audiovisual speech processing, and machine learning applications. Key contributions include advancements in speaker verification, diarization, and self-supervised learning techniques. He has contributed to datasets like KAN-AV and participated in challenges such as NIST-SRE and ASVspoof. Educations: Bachelor's: School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2004) Master's: Imperial College London (2005) PhD: NTUA (2011) His research interests span speaker recognition, audiovisual speech analysis, and machine learning innovations. Notable achievements include developing robust speaker verification systems and contributing to spoofing detection methodologies. He has received a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (2016-2018). His work bridges academia and industry, with applications in biometric systems, conversational AI, and multimodal data analysis. Collaborations include institutions like CRIM, ÉTS, and the Athena Research Center.
Eleni Mousena serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Education & Care at the University of West Attica (UNIWA), where she conducts research at the intersection of citizenship education, pedagogical communication, and early childhood development. Her academic journey spans political science, pedagogy, and educational sciences, with extensive experience in European Commission quality assessment initiatives and Greek Ministry of Education supervision roles. Her educational foundation includes: Bachelor Degree in Political Science and International Studies, Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences Bachelor Degree in Pedagogy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Master in Education, Hellenic Open University PhD in Sciences of Education – Citizenship Education, University of Patras Dr. Mousena's research centers on Citizenship Education within early childhood contexts, examining how democratic practices and inclusive pedagogies foster autonomous citizens. Her work integrates Discourse Analysis to decode communication patterns in educational settings, while pioneering Slow Pedagogy approaches that counter hurried schooling through play-based learning and child-centered timing. She critically investigates Curriculum Development frameworks across European ECEC systems, with particular focus on gender diversity in teaching workforces and quality assessment methodologies that move beyond standardized metrics. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: 1) Theoretical development of Slow Pedagogy as antidote to academic pressure in early years; 2) Democratization of preschool classrooms through inclusive citizenship practices; 3) Comparative studies of European ECEC quality frameworks with emphasis on Greece's integration challenges. Her Greek-language publications address culturally specific issues like male educator recruitment and museum-based citizenship education, while international collaborations examine refugee integration and sustainability curricula. Scientific contributions include: Leading the EU-funded InTra EduCare Project developing active citizenship pedagogies Authoring the 2021 monograph Επικοινωνία και Προφορικότητα στην Εκπαίδευση (Communication and Orality in Education) Co-editing the landmark 2021 volume Πέρα από την Ποιότητα (Beyond Quality) challenging ECEC evaluation paradigms Her advising focuses on doctoral candidates exploring citizenship curricula implementation, with research partnerships spanning the University of Patras, Panteion University, and European networks like NESET. Current grant activities include the InTra EduCare Project examining intra-active pedagogy localization, and EU policy analyses of ECEC quality frameworks where she serves as national expert for Greece. She contributes to the Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice as editorial board member. Dr. Mousena coordinates the UNIWA Early Childhood Research Collective, which partners with municipal kindergartens on action research projects. She co-leads the 'Slow Pedagogy in Practice' working group within the Hellenic Educational Research Association and collaborates with the European Early Childhood Education Research Association on comparative policy studies. Her departmental lab focuses on discourse analysis of teacher-child interactions using multimodal recording techniques.
Spyros Syrmakesis is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Peloponnese (Patras). He directs the E-Entrepreneurship and Interaction Design Laboratory and participates in StartUp Europe initiatives, focusing on research, innovation, and IT development. Director, E-Entrepreneurship and Interaction Design Laboratory Member, StartUp Europe Research Areas: IT Innovation, Social Web, Start-Up Ecosystems Research Interests : Information Systems, Databases, e-Government, Human-Computer Interaction, Data Mining, Personalized Services, and STEAM Education. His work bridges entrepreneurship with technology, emphasizing start-up creation and adaptive design. Recent Article Trends : Focus on STEAM education (2024), Blue Economy skill development (2024), PBL pedagogy (2024), and assistive technologies for aging populations (2018–2019). Earlier work (2002–2018) explores web personalization, e-commerce, and educational technology frameworks. Labs & Projects : Leads the E-Entrepreneurship and Interaction Design Laboratory. Involved in initiatives like the TRACCE project (2021) for cultural route personalization and RADIO (2019) for robotic assisted living.
Michalas Loukas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Democritus University of Thrace since May 2024. His research focuses on the intersection of nanotechnology, microelectronics, and artificial intelligence applications, with particular expertise in RF MEMS and memristive systems. Dr. Loukas received his PhD in Physics from the University of Athens in 2009. His academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at: Institute for Theoretical Physics (2020-2024), Heraklion, Greece University of Southampton (2016-2019), United Kingdom IMM-CNR (2014-2016), Rome, Italy University of Athens (2011-2014), Greece His research spans several cutting-edge areas in nanoelectronics, with significant contributions to understanding memristive systems, RF MEMS reliability, and applying AI to nanotechnology challenges. Dr. Loukas has developed methodologies for characterizing TiO2-based memristors and RF MEMS switches, addressing critical issues in device performance and sustainability. His work bridges fundamental device physics with practical applications in next-generation electronics. Dr. Loukas leads significant research initiatives including: AIMS5.0: Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing leading to sustainability and Industry 5.0 (HORIZON-KDT-JU-2022-1-IA, GR. No. 101112089, Period: 2023 – 2026) as Principal Investigator PRIME: Predictive reliability for high power RF MEMS (H2020-MSCA IF-2020, GR. No. 101032925, Period: 2021 – 2023) as Marie-Sklodowska Curie Individual Fellow He teaches undergraduate courses in Materials Science, Sensors, and Special Chapters in Microelectronics, as well as a postgraduate course in Modeling and Simulation of Semiconductor Devices. Beyond his research and teaching, Dr. Loukas is actively engaged in science outreach activities to promote and disseminate scientific knowledge to the general public, reflecting his commitment to broader societal impact of scientific research.
Phivos Mylonas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics and Computer Engineering within the School of Engineering at the University of West Attica. He also maintains academic appointments at Ionian University where he previously served as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics. His academic journey includes adjunct professor positions at several Greek institutions including University of Central Greece, University of the Aegean, and University of Crete. Dr. Mylonas holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, a Master's Degree in Advanced Information Systems from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens. His research spans Artificial Intelligence applications, data science, user modeling, personalization technologies, and semantic frameworks. His scholarly output shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications, with recent publications focusing on ChatGPT integration, fuzzy logic systems, and multimodal interaction. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, education, and cultural heritage preservation. Thomaidio Grant for Science and Art Progress (2005, 2006) ICCS-NTUA Short Term Research Grant (2005-2006) As an academic leader, Dr. Mylonas has served as Director of the Humanistic and Social Informatics Laboratory at Ionian University (2013-2022) and as a Senior Researcher at the Image, Video and Multimedia Laboratory at National Technical University of Athens. He has been instrumental in organizing numerous international conferences and has served on over 200 conference program committees. His laboratory work spans multiple institutions including collaborations with University of Patras and Ionian University.
Nikos Spanoudakis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronic Engineering of Hellenic Mediterranean University , with concurrent research collaboration at Technical University of Crete . He holds a PhD in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) from Paris Descartes University (2009, "Très Honorable"), an MSc in Organization and Administration from Technical University of Crete, and a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from University of Patras. Research Focus: Multi-Agent Systems (AOSE, Computational Argumentation), Model-Driven Engineering , Smart Buildings , IoT , and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Ambient Intelligence, Finance, and Education Key Contributions: Created ASEME Methodology and AMOLA Language for agent modeling, developed Gorgias-B argumentation framework, and designed Kouretes Statechart Editor for robotic behavior specification His recent publications reveal a strong trend in Explainable AI (2023: Explainable Argumentation as a Service ), Smart Energy Systems (2025: Engineering IoT-Based Open MAS for Large-Scale V2G/G2V ), and EdTech Innovations (2024: Role Assignment in Programming Courses ). He has received prestigious ACM Senior Member (2023) and IEEE Senior Member (2012) distinctions, along with teaching recognition (2021) from Technical University of Crete. Academic Leadership: Serves as Editor for Springer Nature's Computer Science journal and has reviewed for 15+ top-tier publications including IEEE Intelligent Systems and Journal of Web Semantics Conference Involvement: Program Committee Member for 20+ international conferences (IJCAI, ECAI, AAMAS, AAAI) and organizer of multiple European Agent Systems Summer Schools
Dr. Menychtas Andreas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Digital Systems, School of Informatics and Communications, University of Piraeus. He holds a PhD from the National Technical University of Athens (2009), specializing in service-oriented architectures. His teaching focuses on distributed computing, programming, and information systems development across multiple institutions including the University of Piraeus and Hellenic Open University. Research interests center on modern computing infrastructures, software development, and IoT applications, with particular emphasis on Edge Computing, smart cities, telemedicine, and machine learning. He has led over 20 European and national projects, publishing >100 articles with 1,900+ citations. Key areas include AR healthcare solutions, bias mitigation in AI, and secure medical IoT systems. Notable contributions include the MedSecurance project (medical IoT security), CrowdHEALTH platform (big data-driven public health policies), and AGILE framework (open-source edge computing). His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementations in wearable tech, telemedicine systems, and urban smart infrastructure. Grants and collaborations highlight extensive industry partnerships, with current focus on digital twins for healthcare robotics (AI4Work), AI-driven pandemic monitoring, and gamification in healthcare platforms. His lab develops innovative solutions at the intersection of AR, edge computing, and healthcare informatics.
Demetrios Sampson is a Professor of Digital Systems for Learning and Education at the University of Piraeus, Greece, since 2003. He holds leadership roles including Director of the MSc Program on Digital Learning and Director of the Research Laboratory Digital Systems in Learning and Education. Previously, he was a Professor of Learning Technologies and Director of Research at Curtin University, Australia (2015–2017), and a Senior Researcher at the Centre of Research and Technology–Hellas (2000–2003). He has been a Visiting Professor at 8 universities across 4 continents, including Peking University, University of Hong Kong, and University of Tartu. His research focuses on Learning Technologies and Digital Education, recognized globally, including being named in Stanford’s World’s Top 2% Scientists. He has authored/co-authored 314 publications (books, journal articles, chapters, conference papers), edited 22 books, and received 10 Best Paper Awards. He has supervised over 200 students and led 75+ research projects with €18M funding. Sampson co-authored groundbreaking works like Educational Data Literacy (Springer, 2022) and pioneered the first MOOC on Educational Data Analytics via edX, attracting 30,000+ participants globally. He initiated the open-access Educational Technology & Society Journal , now #4 in Google Scholar rankings. Leadership roles include Chair of IEEE Technical Committee on Learning Technologies (2008–2011, 2015–2018) and Editor-in-Chief of major journals. Awards include the IEEE Computer Society Distinguished Service Award and Golden Nikola Tesla Chain Award. He holds a PhD in Electronic Systems Engineering from the University of Essex (1995) and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Democritus University of Thrace (1989). Key contributions include promoting educational data literacy through the Learn2Analyse initiative, leading global conferences like IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, and advancing frameworks for teaching analytics, flipped classrooms, and MOOC design. His work bridges technology, pedagogy, and policy, shaping modern educational systems worldwide.
Panayiotis D. Tsanakas is a Professor of Computer Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), serving in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the Department of Information Technology and Computers. Since 2023, he has held the position of Dean of the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NTUA. His academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to computer engineering and informatics. His educational background includes a Dipl. in Electrical Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1982), an MSc in Computer Engineering from Ohio University (1985), and a PhD in Computer Engineering from National Technical University of Athens (1988). Tsanakas specializes in high-performance computer architectures, cloud-computing systems, Internet-of-Things (IoT), and AI-based applications in medicine and biology. His research spans parallel and distributed processing, computer architecture, supercomputing applications, and biomedical engineering. He has published over 100 research papers in established scientific journals and conferences, with recent work focusing on AI applications in healthcare, cloud computing security, and advanced medical monitoring systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward applying artificial intelligence to healthcare challenges, particularly in mental health monitoring, medical imaging, and biomedical diagnostics. His work frequently combines computer architecture expertise with medical applications, creating innovative solutions for healthcare challenges. 2023-now: Dean of the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NTUA 2018-2020: Board member of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking 2004-2019: Chairman of GRNET, the national research and education network 2005-2009: Member of EETT (The Hellenic Electronic Communications and Posts Regulator) Tsanakas has supervised eight doctoral dissertations and more than 50 diploma theses. He has co-authored seven textbooks on computer systems that have been adopted by several higher-education institutions. His professional experience includes significant roles in national infrastructure development, including leading the design and deployment of advanced networking and cloud services for Greek academic institutions and healthcare facilities.
Sotirios Xydis is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Computer Science at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), with prior faculty appointment at Harokopion University of Athens (2020-2023). He maintains ongoing collaboration with the Institute of Communication and Computer Systems (ICCS) since 2014 and previously served as an engineer at HEDNO (2015-2018) and postdoctoral researcher at Politecnico di Milano (2011-2013). His academic credentials include: BSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2005) MSc in Techno-Economic Systems, NTUA (2011) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2011) Dr. Xydis specializes in hardware/software co-design , energy-efficient hardware acceleration , and memory management for embedded and cloud-edge systems. His research bridges low-power circuit design , heterogeneous architecture optimization , and resource management frameworks , with particular emphasis on AI workloads and serverless infrastructures. Current projects target Edge AI accelerators (CONVOLVE), disaggregated memory systems, and LLM inference optimization through hardware-aware algorithms. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) Energy-efficient hardware accelerators for Edge AI using approximate computing techniques, (2) Memory/resource management innovations for disaggregated serverless environments, and (3) GPU/FPGA optimization for LLM inference through dynamic frequency scaling and predictive throttling. These works consistently address the power-performance tradeoffs in heterogeneous computing systems. His scientific recognition includes: Best Paper Award, IEEE/NASA/ESA AHS (2007) Best Paper Award, ACM PARMA (2013) Best Paper Award, ACM Computing Frontiers (2020) Hipeac Award at DAC (2019, 2020) Dr. Xydis has secured over 15 European/national research grants as Principal Investigator and Technical Coordinator, focusing on hardware acceleration frameworks and energy-efficient computing. His advising encompasses graduate research in hardware design and optimization, though specific student names aren't publicly listed. Current projects include CONVOLVE for Edge AI and CollectiveHLS for collaborative hardware synthesis. He is a core member of NTUA's Microelectronics Laboratory (Microlab) and collaborates with ICCS on hardware acceleration projects. His team develops frameworks like CollectiveHLS and throttLL'eM, with active participation in DATE, DAC, and ISCA conference communities.
Dr. Zhenman Fang is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering Science (Computer Engineering Option) and Associate Member in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University, Canada. He founded and directs the HiAccel Lab, focusing on accelerator-rich architectures. His PhD (2014) is from Fudan University, China, with 15 months spent at the University of Minnesota. Prior to SFU, he was a Staff Software Engineer at Xilinx (2017-2019) and a postdoc at UCLA (2014-2017). His research spans: Hardware acceleration for ML, big data, genomics, and HPC FPGA-based customizable computing and near-data processing Compiler/runtime systems for heterogeneous platforms Performance/reliability optimization of accelerator-rich systems His recent publications (2024-2025) focus on FPGA acceleration for machine learning (e.g., on-device training, quantization), computational chemistry, image/video compression, database systems, and reconfigurable computing, demonstrating cross-domain applications of specialized hardware. Awards & Honors: Best Paper Awards: FPL 2024, MEMSYS 2017, TCAD 2019 Best Paper Nominations: ICCAD 2025, FCCM 2025, HPCA 2017, ISPASS 2018 SFU Research Excellence Horizon Award (2025) NSERC Alliance, CFI JELF, and Xilinx University Awards He advises 20+ PhD/Master's students in HiAccel Lab, focusing on accelerator design. Major grants include NSERC Alliance (2020) and CFI JELF (2019). The lab operates a 10-node cluster with FPGA/GPU infrastructure.
