جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Alexander Mathisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Neuroscience
• Machine Learning
• Sensorimotor Control
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Alexander Mathis is an Assistant Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the Brain Mind Institute (School of Life Sciences). His research bridges computational neuroscience and machine learning to decode sensorimotor behaviors and develop AI tools for behavioral analysis. Pure Mathematics MSc, Ludwig Maximilians University Munich PhD in Computational Neuroscience, Ludwig Maximilians University Munich His work focuses on understanding how the brain generates behavior through computational models and algorithms. Key contributions include the DeepLabCut toolbox, hBehaveMAE , and other frameworks for pose estimation, action segmentation, and brain-inspired AI. His group also explores proprioception, motor control, and neural coding theories. Recent publications include unsupervised hierarchical behavior modeling via masked autoencoders (ECCV 2024), synthetic basketball benchmarks (Shot7M2), and extensions of BABEL into hBABEL. These works highlight his interest in temporal hierarchies in behavior and scalable AI solutions for neuroscience. Scientific Honors Robert Bing Prize (2024) Eric Kandel Young Neuroscientists Prize (2023) Frontiers of Science Award (2023) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes scholarship He advises PhD candidates in neuroscience and life sciences, leads courses on brain-like computation and software engineering for life sciences , and collaborates across AI4Science initiatives. His group actively participates in competitions, such as NeurIPS' MyoChallenge, where brain-inspired reinforcement learning algorithms have won awards.

Margarita Boenig-Liptsinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social and political aspects of digital technologies
• Identity and citizenship in technological societies
• Ethics of Technology
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Margarita Boenig-Liptsin is a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ethics, Technology and Society at ETH Zurich's Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences, a position she has held since September 2022. Trained in Science, Technology and Society with dual PhDs from Harvard University (History of Science) and Université Paris-Sorbonne (Philosophy), she brings interdisciplinary expertise to examining the relationship between technology, power, democracy, and ethics. Her research spans several interconnected areas focusing on transformations to human identity and citizenship in relation to information technologies across time and cultures. She investigates the social and political aspects of digital technologies, identity and selfhood in technological societies, ethics of technology, and comparative cultures of innovation. Her work uniquely bridges historical analysis with contemporary ethical concerns, examining how concepts like human dignity evolve alongside technological developments from punch cards to AI governance frameworks. Her recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strong focus on AI ethics, data justice, and the philosophical implications of algorithmic systems. These works demonstrate her consistent interest in how technology shapes democratic processes, citizenship, and ethical frameworks. Her research shows progression from historical studies of computer literacy programs to contemporary analyses of generative AI's impact on knowledge production and everyday ethics. Her scientific recognition includes: NSF funding for her collaborative project on Silicon Valley's innovation imaginary Mozilla Foundation Responsible Computer Science Challenge grant (2018-2021) Academic Data Science Alliance support (2020-2022) Sorbonne Université's Paris IAS Chair on 'Major Changes' (2021-2022) At ETH Zurich, she leads research and teaching initiatives that build connections between engineering and social sciences. Previously at UC Berkeley, she directed the Human Contexts and Ethics Program, developing the Human Contexts and Ethics component for data science education. Her work consistently emphasizes translating social science theory for diverse audiences and connecting scholarly work to community needs in Zurich, Switzerland, and Europe. She teaches courses including 'Artificial Intelligence and Human Values' and 'Research in Ethics, Technology and Society' for the Fall 2025 semester.

Lucas Paoliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbiome Research
• Microbial Immunity
• Ecological Genomics
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Lucas Paoli is a Researcher and Course Instructor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland. He leads the Paoli Lab (Microbiome Immunity and Ecology) within the Global Health Institute (GHI) under the School of Life Sciences (SV). His roles include scientific collaboration and teaching responsibilities in life sciences engineering. Paoli holds a PhD in Microbiome Research from ETH Zürich (2018-2023), an M.Phil. in Environmental Policy from the University of Cambridge (2017-2018), and an M.Sc. in Ecology and Evolution from École normale supérieure (2015-2017). Research Focus: His work bridges microbial immunity and ecology, investigating how microbes defend against viral infections across ecosystems like oceans and human microbiomes. Techniques include global-scale metagenomics and functional genomics to study immune strategies and ecological interactions. Key themes involve microbial community dynamics, viral defense mechanisms, and the impact of environmental factors on microbial immunity. Lab & Education: The Paoli Lab explores microbiome-immunity interactions with a focus on ecological contexts. Paoli supervises PhD students in Life Sciences Engineering. His research outputs span microbial ecology, metagenomic tool development, and marine microbiome studies. Contact: lucas.paoli@epfl.ch, AAB 1 39, +41 21 693 16 99.

Patrick Rératمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transportation Studies
• Urban Mobility
• Sustainable Transportation
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Patrick Rérat is a Professor at the University of Lausanne, affiliated with the Institute of Geography and Sustainability within the Faculty of Geosciences and Environment. He is a prominent researcher at LIVES (Interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence for Research on Life Course Changes), where he focuses on urban mobility, transportation patterns, and sustainable mobility transitions. His research interests span transportation studies, urban mobility, sustainable transportation systems, cycling research, residential mobility, and the geography of daily mobility practices. Rérat employs interdisciplinary approaches to examine how individuals navigate urban spaces across different life stages, with particular attention to cycling infrastructure, e-mobility adoption, and the relationship between transportation modes and broader social patterns. Rérat's recent work demonstrates a strong focus on cycling practices, with numerous publications examining cargo bike adoption, e-bike usage patterns, and the effects of cycling infrastructure. His research employs various methodological approaches including user segmentation, longitudinal mobility studies, and spatial analysis of urban transportation patterns. He has made significant contributions to understanding how transportation choices evolve across the life course, particularly during youth transitions. His scholarly output includes numerous publications in leading transportation and geography journals, with recent work focusing on contemporary mobility challenges including pandemic-era transportation changes, telework impacts on mobility patterns, and the political dimensions of cycling infrastructure. As a professor at the University of Lausanne, Rérat contributes to advancing research on sustainable urban mobility while training the next generation of geographers and transportation specialists. His work bridges theoretical geographic concepts with practical urban planning applications, making significant contributions to both academic scholarship and urban policy development.

Mattia Andreolettiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Philosophy of Medicine
• Bioethics
• Clinical Ethics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mattia Andreoletti is a Lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich, working within the Professorship for Bioethics. His research spans philosophy of medicine and bioethics, with a focus on the ethical dimensions of AI in healthcare, dementia policy, drug regulation, and clinical reasoning. PhD from the European School of Molecular Medicine (SEMM), affiliated with the European Institute of Oncology (IEO, Milan) ORCID: 0000-0003-1880-0770 His work intersects with clinical ethics, particularly examining replicability in scientific research, evidential pluralism in drug regulation, and the ethical landscape of digital biomarkers. He contributes to courses such as Ethics in Drug Development and Ethics Workshop: The Impact of Digital Life on Society . The 15 most recent articles (2025-2023) highlight his engagement with AI ethics, dementia prevention, regulatory science, and clinical reasoning. Topics include ethical frameworks for digital biomarkers, evidential pluralism in drug approval, and philosophical foundations of rehabilitation sciences.

Christoph Mertenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bioengineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Microfluidics
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Christoph Merten is an Associate Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Biomedical Microfluidics Laboratory (LBMM). He is also involved in teaching within the School of Life Sciences (SV) and serves on the doctoral program committee for Biotechnology and Biological Engineering. Biomedical Microfluidics Laboratory (LBMM) School of Engineering (STI) School of Life Sciences (SV) Doctoral Program Committee (Biotechnology and Biological Engineering) His research focuses on biomedical microfluidics, bioinstrumentation, and the application of microdroplet technology for single-cell analysis. Teaching activities include courses on scientific literature analysis in bioengineering, entrepreneurship in life sciences, and practical bioinstrumentation fundamentals. Scientific literature analysis in bioengineering Entrepreneurship in life sciences Basics in bioinstrumentation Christoph Merten supervises doctoral students and has guided EPFL theses in areas related to bioengineering and microfluidics.

Daniel Sageمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Biomedical Imaging
• Image Processing
• Deep Learning Applications
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Daniel Sage is a Lecturer and Scientific Advisor at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the Biomedical Imaging Laboratory (LIB) under the College of Engineering (STI) and School of Life Sciences (SV) . He specializes in bioimage informatics , structured-illumination microscopy , and deep learning applications for biomedical imaging. His work spans algorithm development for single-molecule localization microscopy (SMLM) , fluorescence imaging , and 3D reconstruction . His research group has developed open-source tools like FlexSIM for light inhomogeneity correction, DeepImageJ for integrating deep learning in ImageJ, and Steer'n'Detect for orientation-accurate template detection. His publications focus on correcting multiple-blinking artifacts in PALM, optimal transport metrics for SMLM evaluation, and contextual feature analysis for xenograft cell classification. He mentors PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary education through courses such as Bioimage Informatics and Fundamentals of Image Analysis , emphasizing practical software solutions and Java programming for bioimage processing. His collaborations include institutions like Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) .

• Plant Developmental Biology
• Epigenetics
• Plant Genetics
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Ueli Grossniklaus is an Ordinary Professor at the University of Zurich within the Faculty of Mathematical and Natural Sciences , affiliated with the Department of Plant and Microbiology . His work focuses on plant developmental biology, particularly epigenetic and genetic mechanisms governing reproduction and adaptation. Key Courses: Epigenetics, Plant Biology Workshop, Group Seminars on Current Research Laboratory Techniques: Advanced methods in plant cell mechanics, transcriptomics, and genome editing Research Interests span plant epigenetics, reproductive biology, and the interplay between environmental stress and genetic regulation. He investigates: Mechanistic control of gametogenesis and fertilization Epigenetic contributions to plant adaptation Evolutionary implications of asexual reproduction Biophysical forces in plant cell growth Publication Trends (2025–2018) reveal expertise in: Arabidopsis and fern model systems Epigenetic regulation (DNA methylation, histone dynamics) Apomixis and hybrid seed failure mechanisms Biomechanics of pollen tubes and carnivorous plants Genome editing tools (CRISPR) and long-read sequencing Scientific Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects on: Microfluidic devices for plant cell analysis Gene drive ecology and ethics 3D imaging of plant reproductive structures Advising and Grants focus on mentoring through research internships in developmental biology, genetics, and systems biology. His lab engages in: Epigenetic response to environmental stress Cell wall mechanics in reproduction Computational modeling of plant growth Laboratory Teams integrate plant biologists, bioengineers, and computational scientists to study: Mechanistic gene regulation Evolutionary developmental biology Microrobotics for cellular force measurement

Härkönen Juhoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Life Course Research
• Family Dynamics
• Social Stratification
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Juho Härkönen is Professor of Sociology, Dean of Postdoctoral Studies, and Director of the Max Weber Program for Postdoctoral Studies at the European University Institute (EUI). He earned his PhD from the EUI in 2007, held a postdoctoral position at Yale, and was based in Stockholm from 2009. He served as visiting professor at the University of Turku (2010-2018). Current Affiliation: European University Institute Roles: Professor of Sociology, Dean of Postdoctoral Studies, Director of Max Weber Program His research focuses on life course research, family dynamics, social stratification, and health. Recent work examines divorce outcomes, health disparities, and educational inequality. He primarily uses quantitative methods but supports qualitative approaches. Juho Härkönen co-directs the Comparative Life Course and Inequality Research Center and Florence Population Studies at EUI, and serves as editor-in-chief of Advances in Life Course Research . His recent publications analyze parental separation’s impact on education and the life course consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Anastasios P. Vassilopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Composite Materials
• Offshore Renewables
• Wind Turbine Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anastasios P. Vassilopoulos is an Adjunct Professor and Head of the Composite Mechanics Group (GR-MEC) at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He holds additional roles as Director of the Doctoral Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering (EDCE) and is affiliated with multiple research groups and committees at EPFL. His expertise spans composite materials, structural adhesives, and offshore renewable energy systems. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Patras, Greece (2001) Dipl. Mechanical Engineer, University of Patras, Greece (1995) Erasmus Exchange, University of Bristol, UK (1994–1995) Research Interests: Offshore renewables, particularly wind turbine blade materials and joints Fatigue analysis of composite materials and adhesive joints Experimental and analytical methods for composite structures Design of composite constructions and structural integrity His work emphasizes practical applications in engineering, including wind energy systems and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites. Teaching & Labs: Teaches courses on structural mechanics, advanced composites, and floating offshore renewables Leads the GR-MEC lab, focusing on composite mechanics and joint behavior Supervised over 15 PhD students at EPFL Grants & Projects: Swiss National Science Foundation-funded projects on bonded composite structures and wind turbine blade materials Research on fire-resistant composite bridge decks and lightning effects on composite structures

Thomas Schlagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Practical Theology
• Religious Education
• Digital Religion
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Thomas Schlag is Professor of Practical Theology at the University of Zurich , with research foci in religious education, church theory, and pastoral theology . He directs the university-wide research focus "Digital Religion(s): Communication, Interaction and Transformation in the Digital Society" , exploring the intersection of theology and digital culture. His career includes roles as Chairman of the Center for Church Development (ZKE) and Dean of the Faculty of Theology (2014–2016). Key Research Areas : Digital religion, public theology, interreligious education, confirmation work, church development, and socio-political theology. Academic Leadership : Directed international studies on confirmation work, co-edited interdisciplinary theological compendiums, and contributed to debates on state religious education and digital ethics. Recent Publications (2024–2025) examine digital media in religious education, Swiss church reform, theological responses to polarization, and interfaith educational models. His "Digital Religion(s)" program analyzes church-state-civil society dynamics in digital societies. He teaches courses on existential religious education , digital transformation , and ecclesiological-practical semesters . Collaborations include the European Network for Confirmation Work , International Academy of Practical Theology , and projects with Swiss and international theological institutions. His work bridges digital innovation , democratic education , and pastoral care in virtual environments .

Matthias Kliegelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gerontology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Memory Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Matthias Kliegel is affiliated with the LIVES Centre at the University of Geneva, where he conducts research on aging and cognitive processes. His work spans multiple interdisciplinary collaborations across Switzerland and internationally, focusing on memory, cognitive aging, and health outcomes in older populations. As a prominent researcher in gerontology, he contributes significantly to understanding age-related cognitive changes and their implications for healthy aging. Professor Kliegel's research interests center on cognitive aging, with particular emphasis on prospective memory, cognitive complaints, and the interplay between physical activity, health literacy, and cognitive function in older adults. His work examines how individual differences affect cognitive trajectories across the lifespan and investigates factors that contribute to successful cognitive aging. Recent research has expanded into technology applications, including AI and consumer-grade devices for cognitive health monitoring and early detection of cognitive decline. Analysis of Professor Kliegel's recent publications reveals a strong focus on longitudinal approaches to studying cognitive aging, with an increasing integration of technology in aging research. His work spans traditional psychological methodologies while incorporating contemporary approaches like AI analysis of aging research priorities and digital screening tools for preclinical Alzheimer's disease. The research consistently addresses practical applications for improving cognitive health outcomes in aging populations, with several studies focusing on modifiable factors like physical activity that could inform public health interventions. Professor Kliegel maintains active collaborations with numerous researchers across Swiss institutions including the LIVES Centre network, with co-authors spanning psychology, public health, and geriatric medicine. His work appears in high-impact journals across gerontology, psychology, and public health disciplines, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his research program. The consistent funding evident from his publication record suggests successful grant acquisition supporting his longitudinal research initiatives. As a faculty member at the University of Geneva's LIVES Centre, Professor Kliegel contributes to a major interdisciplinary research platform focused on vulnerability throughout the life course. His work aligns with the Centre's mission to investigate social, economic, and health-related vulnerabilities across different life stages, with particular emphasis on aging populations in Switzerland and beyond.

Markus Freitagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Sociology
• Political Psychology
• Comparative Politics
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Prof. Dr. Markus Freitag is a Professor of Political Sociology at the University of Bern . He studied political science, economics, and German language and literature at Heidelberg University, obtaining his Magister Artium in 1995, followed by a PhD in 1999. Positions: Post-Doc at University of Basel, ETH Zurich, University of Essex; Visiting Lecturer at University of Konstanz; Assistant Professor at Humboldt University Berlin; Chair of Comparative Politics at University of Konstanz (2005-2011) Current role: Director of the Institute of Political Science, University of Bern (since 2011) His research focuses on political sociology, political psychology, comparative politics, social capital , and direct democracy . Key themes include: Emotional drivers of political behavior during crises (e.g., pandemic politics) Personality traits and voter decision-making Trust in institutions and associational life Intergroup conflict and polarization Swiss militia system and local governance Global analysis of regime preferences and social cohesion Recent scientific publications emphasize affective polarization, pandemic preparedness, institutional trust , and arms export ethics , with empirical studies across Europe and post-conflict regions . His work appears in journals like British Journal of Political Science , Comparative Political Studies , and Political Psychology . Prof. Freitag leads teaching courses at the University of Bern, including "Demokratie und Gesellschaft I" and "The Political Sociology of Crises" , and collaborates with researchers such as Christopher Claassen, Sascha Göbel, Alina Zumbrunn , and Maximilian Filsinger .

Lilly Shanahanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
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Lilly Shanahan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology , University of Zurich (UZH), and an Adjunct Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She leads the Risk & Resilience Research Area and co-directs the z-Proso International Research Network . Her affiliations include the Jacobs Center for Productive Youth Development , the International Max Planck Research School on the Life Course , and Duke University's Center for Developmental Epidemiology . Her research focuses on: Social and biological risk factors for depression and anxiety Long-term developmental consequences of childhood mental/physical health issues Intersection of mental and physical health in adolescence Gender differences in developmental psychopathology Substance use and decision-making dynamics Recent publications analyze maternal mental health impacts, cannabis use trajectories, hormonal biomarkers, and digital mental health interventions. Scientific awards include a NICHD Postdoctoral Fellowship. She collaborates extensively with longitudinal cohort studies like the Zurich Project on Social Development and Great Smoky Mountains Study.

• Gender in Management and Organizations
• Sustainability
• Gender and Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Julia Nentwich is an Assistant Professor of Organizational Psychology at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), affiliated with the OPSY-HSG department. Her work focuses on gender dynamics in organizations, qualitative research methods, and discursive psychology. She co-leads the non-tenured faculty group and teaches courses on organizational psychology, gender, and diversity. Nentwich's research explores gender practices in management, resistance to organizational change, and inclusive leadership strategies. She has held visiting researcher positions at the Norwich Business School (UK) and serves on editorial boards for journals like Gender: Zeitschrift für Kultur und Gesellschaft and Gender in Management . Her academic contributions emphasize empirical studies of gender socialization in early childhood education, workplace inclusion initiatives, and the intersection of gender with professional roles. Notable projects include Leaders for Equality and Gender in the nursery , which investigate gender norms in childcare and corporate environments. Nentwich has received the Summa Cum Laude award for her doctoral thesis from the University of Tübingen and actively reviews for leading journals in organizational and gender studies. Teaching activities span undergraduate and graduate levels, covering topics like climate change psychology, gender identity, and qualitative research design. She coordinates HSG's Gender Studies program and collaborates with international research networks such as EGOS Standing Working Group Gender and Diversity. Nentwich's recent work addresses male advocacy in gender equality, resistance to diversity policies, and the discursive construction of leadership roles.