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Max Pellertمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Social Science
• Digital Traces
• Affective Expression
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Max Pellert is a computational social scientist and cognitive scientist with faculty appointments at multiple institutions. Since 2022, he has served as an Assistant Professor at the Chair for Data Science in the Economic and Social Sciences at the University of Mannheim . He previously held an interim Professor position at the University of Konstanz and an Assistant Researcher role at Sony Computer Science Laboratories Rome. His work bridges computational methods with social science theory. Education M.Sc., University of Vienna (2017) in Middle European interdisciplinary Master's program in Cognitive Science (with distinction) Ph.D., Medical University of Vienna (2022) in Medical Informatics, Biostatistics & Complex Systems Research interests center on Computational Social Science , Digital Traces , and Natural Language Processing for emotion and sentiment analysis. He develops Temporal Adapters for tracking longitudinal emotional patterns and FAULTANA pipeline for polarization studies. His AI Psychometrics framework assesses personality-like traits in large language models. Recent publications include: (1) 2025 ACL work on political bias in LLMs; (2) 2025 ICWSM study of temporal emotion analysis; (3) 2024 Perspectives on Psychological Science paper on LLM psychometrics; (4) 2024 PNAS Nexus polarization analysis; (5) 2023 Emotion cross-cultural study of pandemic emotions. Scientific Awards Habilitation candidate status at University of Mannheim Teaching includes IS 616: Large Scale Data Analysis , IS 809: Advanced Text Mining Lab , and IS 723: Data Science Seminar at master’s and PhD levels. His Barcelona Supercomputing Center role focuses on principal investigator duties for computational social science projects.

• Medical Image Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Multiple Instance Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ario Sadafi is a researcher at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) , affiliated with the Chair of Computer Science Applications in Medicine under Prof. Nassir Navab. His work spans medical image analysis , machine learning , and computational pathology , with a strong focus on developing AI-driven solutions for microscopic imaging in hematology and oncology. Research Focus: Multiple Instance Learning for weakly supervised medical image classification. Explainable AI for biomedical single-cell imaging. Continual and cross-domain learning for robust diagnostic models. Microscopic image analysis for blood cell disorders and leukemia subtyping. Teaching Contributions: Sadafi has been actively involved in teaching courses such as Computer Aided Medical Procedures , Medical Augmented Reality , and Deep Learning for Medical Applications . He also supervises practical courses and seminars in 3D Computer Vision and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging . Labs & Collaborations: He works closely with the MEDIA (Medical Image Analysis) and NARVIS labs at TUM, contributing to projects in surgical data science , generative models , and robotics & ultrasound . Publications Impact: His research output (2018–2025) emphasizes AI-driven hematology , with applications in red/white blood cell classification, leukemia subtype diagnosis, and interpretable deep learning models for clinical use.

Yeonghyeon Guمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Meta Learning
• Transfer Learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yeonghyeon Gu serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence Data Science at Sejong University, South Korea, a position held since 2022 after progressing from Principal Researcher (2014-2019) to Acting Professor (2019-2022). He maintains active affiliation with the university's AI Convergence Research Center and has produced 84 research outputs with 795 Scopus citations and an h-index of 14. His academic credentials include: B.A. from Sejong University (2004) M.A. from Sejong University (2006) Ph.D. from Sejong University (2014) Dr. Gu's research centers on Artificial Intelligence with specialization in Meta Learning, Transfer Learning, and Deep Learning methodologies. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary application across robotics, agricultural technology, energy systems, and meteorology. Key contributions include district heater load forecasting using parallel CNN-LSTM attention, image-based hot pepper disease diagnosis, and potato late blight prediction models. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals concentrated innovation in hybrid AI architectures, particularly combining graph networks with reinforcement learning for blockchain security and integrating physical models with deep learning for weather prediction. His work consistently addresses real-world engineering challenges through novel neural network applications while maintaining strong theoretical foundations in transfer learning frameworks. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. While specific student advisees and grant details weren't listed, his extensive publication record (29 outputs in 2025 alone) and international collaborations suggest active mentorship and research funding. His work shows particular strength in cross-institutional projects with researchers from Turkey, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea. As a core member of Sejong University's AI Convergence Research Center, Dr. Gu contributes to institutional initiatives bridging AI theory with practical implementation across multiple sectors. The center's structure facilitates his interdisciplinary approach, connecting computer science with engineering, agriculture, and environmental science domains through shared computational infrastructure and collaborative research frameworks.

• Verification and Validation
• Search-Based Software Engineering
• Autonomous Driving
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shaukat Ali serves as Research Professor and Head of the Department of Engineering Complex Software Systems at Simula Research Laboratory, concurrently holding the title of Chief Research Scientist. His academic leadership drives innovation at the critical nexus of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and software engineering, with concentrated expertise in verification, validation, and testing methodologies for complex systems including cyber-physical infrastructures and autonomous robotics. His primary research domains encompass: Verification and Validation Search-Based Software Engineering Autonomous Driving Systems Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering Digital Twin Technologies Quantum Software Engineering Analysis of recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a decisive trend toward quantum-AI convergence in software engineering, particularly through quantum software testing frameworks and AI foundation models applied to cyber-physical systems. His work systematically addresses noise mitigation in quantum hardware, uncertainty quantification in adaptive robotics, and novel testing paradigms using vision-language models for industrial robotics—demonstrating both theoretical rigor and industrial applicability. As department head, Ali spearheads strategic research directions in complex software systems, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration while actively shaping quantum software engineering through workshops like QAI2024 and Q-SANER 2024. His invited presentations at venues including JYU Quantum Electronics and EU-Korea Quantum Forums underscore his influence in defining emerging research landscapes.

• Control Systems
• Dynamic System Modeling
• System Identification
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Quanmin Zhu is a Professor in Control Systems at the School of Engineering, University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK, holding this position since 2004. His academic career spans over four decades, including roles as Lecturer at Qiqihar University (China, 1983-1986), Post-doctoral Researcher at University of Sheffield (UK, 1989-1994), Lecturer at University of Brighton (UK, 1994-1997), and Lecturer/Reader at Aston University (UK, 1997-2004). His educational background includes: MSc in Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology, China (1980-1983) PhD from University of Warwick, UK (1986-1989) Professor Zhu's research centers on dynamic system modeling, identification, control, and simulation, with pioneering contributions to nonlinear control systems, robust control methodologies, and U-model based control frameworks. His work bridges theoretical advances with practical applications in robotics, renewable energy systems, and industrial automation, emphasizing model-free and adaptive control solutions for complex nonlinear dynamics. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a dominant focus on robust control for uncertain nonlinear systems, with significant contributions to sliding mode control, multi-agent coordination, and cyber-physical security. His research increasingly integrates machine learning techniques (e.g., actor-critic reinforcement learning) while maintaining core expertise in optimization-based control algorithms applied to UAVs, robotic manipulators, and wind energy systems. His professional honors include: Chartered Engineer (CEng) Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) As an academic leader, Professor Zhu serves as President/Founder of the International Conference on Modelling, Identification and Control (ICMIC), Editor/Founder of Elsevier's Book Series on Emerging Methodologies in Modelling and Control, and University Ambassador for UK-China educational collaboration. His research group secures substantial grants in control theory applications, with ongoing projects in U-model control platforms and international partnerships. He leads the Control Systems research group at UWE, driving innovation in the U-control platform and its industrial applications. His team maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with Chinese institutions, and actively develops the Elsevier Book Series as a key publication channel for emerging control methodologies.

Sriraam Natarajanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Healthcare Applications
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sriraam Natarajan is a Professor and Director of the Center for Machine Learning and StaRLing Lab at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), part of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering & Computer Science. He holds additional roles as a hessian.AI Fellow at TU Darmstadt and an RBCDSAI Distinguished Faculty Fellow at IIT Madras. His expertise spans Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and their applications in healthcare, with a focus on Relational Learning, Reinforcement Learning, and Graphical Models. He has been honored as an AAAI Fellow (2025), elected to the AAAI Executive Council, and recognized with the UTD Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award. Education: Completed his PhD in Computer Science at Oregon State University in 2007 under Prof. Prasad Tadepalli. Postdoctoral work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with Professors Jude Shavlik and David Page. Previously served as faculty at Indiana University and Wake Forest School of Medicine. Research: Active in developing AI systems for healthcare, including predictive models for gestational diabetes and cardiac arrest in children. His work emphasizes integrating human knowledge into machine learning (e.g., Human-in-the-Loop systems) and advancing statistical relational AI frameworks like Markov Logic Networks and Probabilistic Circuits. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, including notable works on causal learning, relational reinforcement learning, and knowledge graph construction. Recent focuses include explainable AI and scalable probabilistic models. Awards: AAAI Fellow, RBCDSAI Distinguished Fellowship, UTD Teaching Excellence Award. Advising and Collaboration: Mentored over 30 students, many now in academia and top institutions like IBM Research, Facebook, and Microsoft. Collaborates globally on projects like GLAD (Glocalized Anomaly Detection) and StaRLing Lab initiatives. Labs/Teams: Leads the StaRLing Lab, focusing on statistical relational AI, and directs UTD's Center for Machine Learning. Engaged in interdisciplinary projects with healthcare, robotics, and data science communities.

Magnus Westerlundمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Trustworthy AI
• Cybersecurity
• IT Security
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Magnus Westerlund is a Senior Lecturer in Information Technology and Director of the Laboratory for Trustworthy AI at Arcada University of Applied Sciences in Helsinki, Finland. His industry background spans telecom and information management, and he holds a doctoral degree in Information Systems from Åbo Akademi University. He actively contributes to the Z-Inspection® network, focusing on ethical AI implementation and governance. Westerlund’s research emphasizes trustworthy AI, cybersecurity, and distributed systems. Key areas include AI regulatory compliance (e.g., EU AI Act), healthcare AI applications, blockchain security, and IoT edge solutions. His work bridges academia and industry, such as the Valohai-CSC collaboration for machine learning infrastructure in Finnish academia. His publications highlight practical AI assessment methods, ethical AI integration, and decentralized technologies. Notable contributions include frameworks for sustainable AI development, privacy-preserving autonomous systems, and smart contract-based IoT security protocols. Westerlund also explores educational innovations, such as integrating large language models (LLMs) into coding education. His research consistently addresses real-world challenges like pandemic-era healthcare AI, edge computing for IoT, and cybersecurity in autonomous systems.

• Machine Learning
• Reinforcement Learning
• Bandit Algorithms
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kevin G. Jamieson is a faculty member at the University of Washington , School of Computer Science , with prior affiliations at the University of California, Berkeley (Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences) and the University of Wisconsin-Madison (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering). His work spans machine learning, reinforcement learning, bandit algorithms, and robotics. Current university: University of Washington Academic rank: Professor His research focuses on: Bandit algorithms and sequential decision-making Optimization in non-stationary environments Reinforcement learning with real-world applications Multi-agent systems and game theory Efficient data selection for multimodal learning Human-in-the-loop AI systems Recent publications highlight his expertise in pure exploration strategies, robotic manipulation, and bridging simulation-to-reality gaps in RL. He has mentored numerous collaborators, though formal student advising details are not explicitly listed here. No scientific awards are mentioned in the provided data.

Cheng Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Ubiquitous Computing
• Wearable Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Cheng Zhang is an Associate Professor (with Tenure) in Information Science and a Field Member in Computer Science at Cornell University. He directs the Smart Computer Interfaces for Future Interaction (SciFi) Lab , focusing on integrating human-centered AI with advanced sensing technologies to empower everyday wearables. Ph.D. in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology (2020) M.S. in Software Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences B.S. in Software Engineering, Nankai University His research examines how to solicit information on and around the human body to address real-world challenges in interaction, health sensing, and activity recognition. He builds novel sensing systems spanning hardware prototypes, algorithm design (machine learning and physics-based modeling), and high-impact applications in accessibility and health. Article Trends : His recent work includes low-power, minimally intrusive wearables (e.g., EchoForce for muscle activity tracking, Ring-a-Pose for hand poses, SeamFit for smart clothing) using acoustic sensing and machine learning. The 15 most recent articles span 2025–2023, with applications in silent speech, authentication, and pose estimation. Scientific Awards : NSF CAREER Award Ubicomp 10-Year Impact Award Best Paper Honorable Mentions at ISWC’24 and ISWC’23 Advising : Mentored Ph.D. students like Ruidong Zhang (Qualcomm Fellowship recipient) and Ke Li, with research featured in Cornell Chronicle and IEEE Spectrum .

• Taxation
• Data Analytics
• Financial Reporting
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Christine Cheng serves as Assistant Professor of Accountancy at the University of Mississippi's Patterson School of Accountancy, specializing in Tax and Data Analytics. She previously held a visiting scholar position at the Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (2020-2022) and currently contributes to the Financial Accounting Standards Board Taxonomy Advisory Group. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Business Administration from Pennsylvania State University (2011) M.B.A. in Business Administration from Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg (2003) Dr. Cheng's research examines machine-readable financial reporting determinants, tax-influenced decision making, and the intersection of tax analytics with corporate strategy. Her work bridges theoretical accounting frameworks with practical data science applications, particularly in post-Wayfair e-commerce taxation and marriage tax policy analysis. She employs advanced tools like Alteryx and robotic process automation to model complex tax scenarios. Publication trends reveal a strategic shift toward data-driven tax education and regulatory compliance, with 60% of recent work integrating analytics into financial reporting. Her articles frequently address real-world policy impacts, such as same-sex marriage tax implications and hail damage fraud detection, demonstrating applied relevance to both academic and practitioner audiences. Major recognitions include: 2023 Public Interest Section Best Paper Award (American Taxation Association) 2023 Graduate Teacher Award (American Accounting Association) Three ATA/Deloitte Teaching Innovation Awards (2019-2022) 2019 Best Article Award from The Tax Adviser As an educator, she pioneered Ole Miss's Master's of Taxation and Data Analytics program and maintains a YouTube channel with 200+ instructional videos. Her advising includes master's student Taylor, J. (lead author on a 2015 publication), and she has secured multiple curriculum development grants through Deloitte partnerships. Current projects focus on SEC disclosure analytics and blockchain-based tax compliance systems.

Albert H. Titusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wearable Sensors
• Biosensors
• Bioinstrumentation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Albert H. Titus is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. He serves as Associate Vice President for Regulatory Support in the Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development. His research focuses on analog VLSI design for neuromorphic visual processing, biosensors, wearable devices, optoelectronic systems, and neural networks. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1997) MS in Electrical Engineering, University at Buffalo (1991) BS in Electrical Engineering, University at Buffalo (1989) Research Interests: His work spans wearable and implantable sensors, bioinstrumentation, neural network-based visual processing, analog VLSI implementations, optoelectronics, and electronic packaging. He pioneered CMOS-based neuromorphic systems and developed patented technologies for glare sensing and RF power calorimetry. Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize CMOS-integrated sensors, machine learning for bioimpedance analysis, implantable medical devices, and xerogel-based optical biosensors. These works bridge biomedical engineering and microelectronics. Scientific Recognition: He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors and has received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service (2017), NSF CAREER award, and Western New York Inventor of the Year (2010). His inventions include a patented low-power glare sensor (U.S. Patent 7,586,079) featured in Popular Science’s 2011 Top Ten Inventions. Academic Leadership: As a faculty member, he has supervised nearly 20 PhD and over 40 MS students, while teaching courses in circuits, IC design, sensors, and signal processing across electrical and biomedical engineering disciplines.

Andrea Fumagalliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optical Networking
• Photonic Slot Routing
• Wavelength Routing and Protection
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Andrea Fumagalli is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science , The University of Texas at Dallas. He earned his Ph.D. (1992) and Laurea (1987) in Electrical Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, Italy. Research Interests: All-Optical Network Architectures, Photonic Slot Routing, Wavelength Routing and Protection, Sensor Networks, Cooperative Wireless Networks, Network Optimization, Next Generation Internet (NGI), and Multi-hop Optical Networks. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Politecnico di Torino (1992) Laurea, Electrical Engineering, Politecnico di Torino (1987) Key Research Trends: His recent publications focus on 5G networking, optical network automation, elastic optical networks, network reliability, and cross-layer optimization. He explores FPGA acceleration in 5G Low-PHY functions, live migration of containerized network components, and spectral fragmentation mitigation in EONs. Scientific Awards: Best Teaching Award, Electrical Engineering, UTD (2002) Best Thesis Award for Ph.D. Advisee Isabella Cerutti (2002) IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecturer Tour (2000) Best Paper Award (1999): 'An Optimal Design Algorithm for Photonic Slot Routing Networks Migrating to Optical Packet Switching' Advising and Grants: He advised Ph.D. student Isabella Cerutti. In 2001, he secured a $300,000 grant from FUNDACAO CPqD for optical network reliability research. He leads the Optical Networking Advanced Research (OpNeAR) Lab at UTD, collaborating on international projects like the Italian government-funded grid computing initiative (2002) and the OMEGA Test-bed for differentiated reliability. Laboratories and Teams: He directs the OpNeAR Lab , which develops tools for optical network emulation and reliability testing. His projects involve partnerships with institutions in Brazil (Unicamp), Sweden (KTH), Italy (Politecnico di Torino, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna), and CNR/CNIT.

Diogo Barradasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Network Traffic Analysis
• Internet Censorship Circumvention
• Anonymous Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Diogo Barradas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on network security, internet censorship circumvention, and anonymous communication systems. He holds a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. from Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal. His work addresses challenges such as website fingerprinting defenses, programmable network security, and steganographic techniques for censorship resistance. Education: Ph.D., Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa (2021) M.Sc., Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa (2016) B.Sc., Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa (2014) Research interests include: Network traffic analysis and obfuscation Security of programmable network infrastructures Digital forensics and information hiding Covert channels in multimedia protocols His recent publications explore cutting-edge topics like time series analysis for website fingerprinting detection, distributed traffic correlation on programmable networks, and satellite-based censorship circumvention. These contributions highlight advancements in both theoretical frameworks and practical tools for privacy-preserving communication.

Robert Laganièreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Image and Video Analysis
• Visual Surveillance
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Robert Laganière is a Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Ottawa, where he has been actively contributing to the fields of computer vision and image analysis. He is a member of the VIVA research laboratory and holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. from INRS-Telecommunications in Montreal, as well as a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from École Polytechnique de Montréal. Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering: École Polytechnique de Montréal (1987) Master's Degree: INRS-Telecommunications (1990) Doctorate: INRS-Telecommunications (1996) Professor Laganière's research focuses on computer vision, with particular expertise in image and video analysis, visual surveillance, embedded vision systems, and deep learning applications. His work spans fundamental research in feature detection and matching to practical applications in autonomous driving, human recognition, and real-time object tracking. He has made significant contributions to the development of algorithms for pedestrian detection, age and gender recognition, and 3D object localization. His publication trends reveal a consistent focus on practical computer vision applications with a strong emphasis on real-time performance and embedded implementation. Over the past decade, his research has evolved from foundational work in feature matching and homography estimation toward more complex applications in action recognition, human-computer interaction, and intelligent surveillance systems. His work consistently bridges theoretical computer vision with practical engineering constraints, particularly for mobile and embedded platforms. Best Paper Award, IEEE International Conference on Computer and Robot Vision (CRV 2014) Best Paper Award, CVPR Embedded Vision Workshop, Providence, RI, June 2012 Best Real-time Tracker, IEEE International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV) Workshop on Visual Object Tracking (VOT2015) Professor Laganière has supervised numerous graduate students through the years, with a particular focus on practical applications of computer vision in surveillance, human recognition, and embedded systems. His research has been supported through industry partnerships with companies including CogniVue Corp, NXP, iWatchLife.com, Solink Corp, CBSA Canada, Ross Video, Thales, Habitat Seven, and YouI Labs. He has successfully translated his research into commercial applications through his founding of Visual Cortek (acquired by iWatchLife in 2009) and Tempo Analytics (founded in 2016). As a member of the VIVA research laboratory, Professor Laganière collaborates with colleagues on advanced computer vision projects, particularly those involving intelligent video analytics for security and commerce applications. His work on NAVIRE (Virtual Navigation in Remote Environments) demonstrates his commitment to developing practical solutions for real-world navigation challenges using image-based representations of real environments.

Mohammad Rostamiمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Machine Learning
• Transfer Learning
• Domain Adaptation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Rostami is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering, with a joint appointment at the USC Information Sciences Institute (ISI). He holds a PhD in Electrical and Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and additional degrees in Robotics, Philosophy, Electrical Engineering, and Pure Mathematics from prestigious institutions including the University of Waterloo and Sharif University of Technology. His research focuses on machine learning in data-scarce environments, particularly transfer learning, domain adaptation, low-shot learning, and improving learning efficiency through continual and collective learning. He incorporates symbolic logic and neuro-symbolic approaches to address challenges in catastrophic forgetting and knowledge retention. Applications span medical imaging, computer vision, and explainable AI. Rostami has received several accolades including the UPenn Best PhD Dissertation Award, IJCAI Distinguished Student Paper Award, and University of Waterloo Outstanding Achievement Award. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, emphasizing real-world applications in healthcare and autonomous systems. He teaches graduate courses in applied natural language processing and knowledge graph construction. Rostami advises students at all academic levels and collaborates with remote researchers, emphasizing motivated, long-term project commitments.