جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Sara Magliacaneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Causality
• Causal Representation Learning
• Causality-inspired Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sara Magliacane is an Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam , affiliated with the Amsterdam Machine Learning Lab (AMLab) and the Informatics Institute . She also holds a Research Scientist position at the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab and has been an ELLIS Scholar since 2022. Education PhD in Artificial Intelligence (2017), VU Amsterdam MSc in Computer Engineering (2011), Politecnico di Milano BSc in Computer Engineering (2008), Università degli Studi di Trieste Research Focus : At the intersection of Causality and Machine Learning , her work addresses Causal Representation Learning from high-dimensional data (images, sequences) Causal Discovery in latent confounder scenarios Causality-inspired Reinforcement Learning for robustness and adaptability Neurosymbolic AI for theoretical guarantees Publication Trends : Her recent work explores Factored adaptation in non-stationary environments (NeurIPS 2022) Temporal causal identifiability (ICML 2022) Binary interaction-based causal discovery (UAI 2023) Safe exploration in visual RL (HSCC 2021) Structure learning lower bounds (NeurIPS 2020) Scientific Recognition : ELLIS Scholar (2022–present) Spotlight presentations at ICML 2022 and ICLR 2022 Advising & Collaborations : Currently supervising 6 PhD students at the University of Amsterdam and AUMC, with 12 alumni advisees. Collaborates with researchers at MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab, Simons Institute, and TUM.

Jalal Etesamiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Statistical Decision Making
• Causal Inference
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jalal Etesami is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Technical University of Munich (TUM), leading the Decision Sciences & Systems group. He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at EPFL in Switzerland. His research focuses on machine learning, causal inference, multi-agent systems, and game theory, with applications to systemic risk modeling and market design. He teaches advanced courses such as Causal Inference in Time Series , Algorithmic Game Theory , and Optimization, Learning, and Market Design . Notable contributions include work on causal structure learning, stochastic optimization, and non-Gaussian causal models. Recent research explores causal effect identification under confounding, neural networks for market analysis, and optimal experiment design. Prof. Etesami’s work appears in top venues like NeurIPS, AAAI, and IEEE journals. He actively contributes to the academic community, organizing seminars and workshops on topics ranging from causal reasoning to computational social choice.

Valeria Bruschiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Audio Engineering
• Signal Processing
• Spatial Audio
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Valeria Bruschi is a Researcher at the Department of Information Engineering (DII) within the Faculty of Engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM) in Ancona, Italy. Her academic profile was last updated on April 13, 2024, and she maintains her office at the Engineering Faculty on via Brecce Bianche, with contact information including phone +39 071-220-4486 and email v.bruschi@staff.univpm.it. Dr. Bruschi's research spans multiple domains within audio and signal processing, with particular expertise in spatial audio systems, automotive human-computer interaction, and biomedical signal applications. Her work bridges theoretical signal processing techniques with practical implementations across diverse fields including automotive safety systems, hearing aid technology, sleep medicine, and agricultural monitoring. She has made significant contributions to head-related transfer function (HRTF) processing, real-time audio enhancement algorithms, and innovative monitoring systems that utilize acoustic signals for various applications. Analysis of Dr. Bruschi's recent publications reveals a strong trajectory in developing practical audio processing solutions with real-world applications. Her work shows increasing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional signal processing approaches, particularly in areas like driver monitoring systems, snoring detection and cancellation, and spatial audio rendering. A notable trend is her focus on creating lightweight, real-time implementations suitable for embedded systems and practical deployment scenarios, while maintaining high performance standards. Her research consistently demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration, connecting audio engineering with fields as diverse as automotive safety, sleep medicine, and agricultural technology. Dr. Bruschi actively contributes to advancing audio engineering through her research on equalization techniques, noise reduction systems, and immersive audio technologies. Her work on pulse compression techniques for hearing aid distortion measurement represents an important contribution to audiological assessment methodologies. Her publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with increasing impact across multiple application domains, reflecting her ability to translate theoretical signal processing concepts into practical engineering solutions.

Simon Masnouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Mathematics
• Image Processing
• Shape Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Simon Masnou is a Full Professor at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, affiliated with the Institut Camille Jordan (CNRS UMR 5208). He holds leadership roles as Head of the 'Applied Mathematics, Statistics' Master's degree and Head of the 'M2 Maths in Action' program. Previously, he served as Director of the Camille Jordan Institute (2018-2022). His research focuses on applied mathematics, image processing, shape optimization, and geometric measure theory, with contributions to variational models, geometric flows, and applications in computer vision and materials science. Education: PhD in Mathematics (1998, Paris Dauphine) and HDR (2008, Paris 6). Research projects include ANR STOIQUES (2024-2028), PEPR PDE-AI (2023-2028), and collaborations with industry on topics like defect prediction in aluminum production and high-dimensional data analysis. Teaching includes courses on linear algebra, optimization, and machine learning at undergraduate and graduate levels. Key contributions span phase field models, varifold-based surface approximation, and image inpainting. He supervises PhD students in geometric variational problems and computational methods. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with industrial challenges, addressing issues in materials science, medical imaging, and cultural heritage preservation.

• Quantum Information Theory
• Quantum Many-Body Theory
• Quantum Optics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jens Eisert is a Professor at the Free University of Berlin, where he leads the Quantum Many-Body Theory, Quantum Information Theory, and Quantum Optics research group (Eisert AG) within the Institute of Theoretical Physics at the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems. His office is located at Arnimallee 14, Room 1.3.06 in Berlin-Dahlem. His research focuses on the intersection of quantum information theory and condensed matter physics, specifically exploring what information processing tasks are possible using individual quantum systems as information carriers. His group develops mathematical-theoretical foundations of quantum information, particularly in entanglement theory and tomography, while also investigating quantum optical implementations using light modes or cold atoms in optical lattices. A major emphasis of their work is on quantum many-body systems, including static properties, efficient numerical simulation methods like tensor networks, and non-equilibrium quantum dynamics. Recent publications highlight significant contributions in thermalization of quantum systems (Communications Physics 2025), quantum thermodynamics (Nature Physics 2025), and quantum error correction (PRX Quantum 2025). The group's work is characterized by combining the rigor of mathematical physics with physically motivated applicability, frequently leading to direct collaborations with experimental groups. Quantum Information Theory Quantum Many-Body Theory Quantum Optics Entanglement Theory Tensor Networks Quantum Error Correction Prof. Eisert maintains active supervision of numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, with research positions regularly available in areas including quantum error correction, quantum information theory, tensor networks, and quantum simulation. His group has published extensively in top journals including Nature Physics, PRX Quantum, and Physical Review series.

Marc Olanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Graphics
• Real-Time Rendering
• Graphics Hardware
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marc Olano is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), and serves as the Associate Dean of Academic Programs and Learning in the College of Engineering and Information Technology. He leads the Computer Science Game Development Track and co-directs the VANGOGH lab. His research focuses on interactive 3D computer graphics, programmable shading, graphics hardware, and surface appearance modeling, with contributions to foundational graphics technologies like procedural shading and normal mapping. Research Interests: Olano’s work spans real-time rendering, GPU algorithms, texture compression, and procedural shading. He has pioneered techniques such as LEAN mapping and variable bitrate texture compression, significantly impacting game development and real-time graphics. His research often explores the intersection of hardware capabilities and algorithmic innovation, with applications in medical visualization, visualization of scientific data, and haptic interaction. Key Contributions: Olano’s accomplishments include pioneering procedural shading on graphics hardware, developing homogeneous rendering techniques, and advancing normal mapping. His work on GPU-based curvature estimation and BT volumes for volume rendering exemplifies his focus on leveraging GPU parallelism for real-time visualization challenges. He has also contributed to standards in shading languages and GPU programming. Teaching & Mentorship: Olano teaches courses in computer graphics, game development, and advanced computer architecture. He mentors students in independent studies and has advised numerous MS theses exploring topics like GPU random number generation, volume rendering, and soft shadow algorithms. His students’ work often bridges theoretical research and practical GPU implementations. Labs & Projects: The VANGOGH lab under his co-direction focuses on advanced visualization and graphics research, including real-time rendering techniques, GPU algorithms, and interactive data visualization. His research collaborations span industry partners like Firaxis Games, contributing to titles such as Civilization V through texture compression innovations.

Sally Paganinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bayesian Statistics
• Statistical Computing
• Statistical Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sally Paganin is an Assistant Professor of Statistics at The Ohio State University, affiliated with the Department of Statistics within the College of Arts and Sciences. She joined the faculty in 2023 and holds a PhD from the University of Padova (2019). Her research focuses on Bayesian statistics, computational methods, and latent variable modeling, with recent emphasis on genomic data analysis for cancer detection and software development for hierarchical models. Her expertise spans Bayesian nonparametrics, statistical computing, and domain knowledge integration in modeling frameworks. She actively contributes to the NIMBLE project, an R-based platform for hierarchical modeling, and has developed open-source tools like the compareMCMCs package for MCMC efficiency analysis. Dr. Paganin serves as an Associate Editor for the software section of The New England Journal of Statistics in Data Science and previously served as Treasurer of j-ISBA (2021–2022). Her work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in healthcare and computational statistics. Key research themes include Bayesian model assessment, latent variable models, and statistical methods for complex data structures. Her publications reflect contributions to MCMC algorithms, semiparametric IRT models, and prior-driven clustering techniques.

Frank NIELSENمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data science
• Geometric science of information
• Information geometry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frank NIELSEN is a Professor at École Polytechnique with expertise in information geometry, data science, and machine learning. He holds a PhD (1996) and HDR (2006) in computer science and has established himself as a leading researcher in geometric approaches to information science. His educational background includes a PhD in computer science (1996) followed by a Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) in 2006, the highest academic qualification in France that qualifies one to supervise doctoral candidates. Dr. NIELSEN's research focuses on the Geometric Science of Information , where he develops theoretical frameworks for understanding data through geometric and information-theoretic lenses. His work bridges Computational information geometry Statistical manifold theory Bregman divergences and their applications Machine learning with geometric foundations High-dimensional data analysis He aims to address the challenge of inappropriate data representation in current Data Science by building a theory of Computational Information Geometry to enable Intrinsic Data Science with principled distances. His extensive publication record shows a clear trend toward developing geometric frameworks for understanding statistical divergences, with recent work focusing on Bregman geometry, Fisher-Rao metrics, and their applications in machine learning. His research spans theoretical developments in information geometry to practical implementations like the pyBregMan Python library, demonstrating both theoretical depth and practical relevance. Dr. NIELSEN has made significant contributions through his teaching and publications. He has taught courses at École Polytechnique including INF442, INF517, and INF591. His authored textbooks include Introduction to HPC with MPI for Data Science (2016), A Concise and Practical Introduction to Programming Algorithms in Java (2009), and Visual Computing: Geometry, Graphics, and Vision (2005). He has also edited influential volumes such as Computational Information Geometry for Image and Signal Processing (2016) and Geometric Theory of Information (2014). He actively organizes and participates in academic events, serving on program committees for major conferences including GSI (Geometric Science of Information), CVPR, and ICCV. His work has established him as a key figure in the growing field of geometric approaches to information science.

Paolo Prandoniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Signal Processing
• Audio Processing
• Image Processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paolo Prandoni is a Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the School of Computer and Communication Sciences (IC). He serves as a Scientist in the Audiovisual Communications Laboratory (LCAV) and teaches in the SSC-ENS and SIN-ENS units, focusing on signal processing theory and practical applications in audiovisual communications. He earned his PhD from EPFL after completing all prior education there, driven by childhood fascination with long-distance telephony. His doctoral work established foundations in communication systems that continue to inform his research. Prandoni's research spans audio/image processing, machine learning for media analysis, and DSP education. Key areas include computational photography (e.g., spectral imaging, stained glass rendering), speech quality assessment via transfer learning, music information retrieval (e.g., fingering prediction), and audience analytics through his company Quividi. His work consistently bridges theoretical signal processing with real-world implementation. Recent publications reveal a strategic shift toward machine learning integration in signal processing tasks, particularly non-intrusive speech assessment and lensless imaging reconstruction. Simultaneously, he advances DSP pedagogy through MOOC development and hands-on teaching tools using off-the-shelf hardware, emphasizing accessibility and practical skill development. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. He has advised PhD student Thanikachalam Niranjan (thesis: Image Based Relighting of Cultural Artifacts , 2016) and teaches Communication Systems and Computer Science courses. His educational impact extends through the open-access textbook Signal Processing for Communications (2008) and tools like MultiPub for maintainable online classes. Industry engagement includes Quividi co-founding (2006) and ongoing CSO role in attention analytics. As a core LCAV laboratory member, he collaborates on interdisciplinary projects including cultural heritage digitization, embedded signal processing systems, and real-time audience measurement, leveraging EPFL's infrastructure for both academic and commercial applications.

• Applied Geometry
• Discrete Differential Geometry
• Numerical Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Max Wardetzky is a Professor at the Institute for Numerical and Applied Mathematics within the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Göttingen, Germany. His office is located at Lotzestraße 16-18, 37083 Göttingen, and he can be reached via email at wardetzky@math.uni-goettingen.de or by phone at +49 551 39 26778. Professor Wardetzky leads the Discrete Differential Geometry Lab at the University of Göttingen, where he conducts research at the intersection of mathematics, computer science, and geometry processing. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in computer graphics and scientific computing. His primary research interests include: Applied Geometry Discrete Differential Geometry Numerical Analysis Geometry Processing Physical Simulation Computer Graphics Professor Wardetzky's extensive publication record demonstrates significant contributions to the field of discrete differential geometry and its applications. His work shows a consistent focus on developing mathematically rigorous yet computationally efficient methods for geometric problems. Key trends in his research include the development of discrete analogues of smooth geometric objects, the study of convergence properties between discrete and continuous models, and the application of these methods to problems in computer graphics and physical simulation. Professor Wardetzky has made substantial contributions to the theoretical foundations of discrete differential geometry while maintaining strong connections to practical applications. His work on discrete Laplacians, curvature approximations, and geometric flows has influenced both theoretical mathematics and practical geometry processing algorithms.

Amr Rizkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Networking
• Communication Systems
• Network Calculus
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Amr Rizk is the Director of the Networks and Communication Systems (NCS) Lab at the University of Duisburg-Essen, where he has been serving as Professor since April 2021. Previously, he was Assistant Professor at Ulm University (2019-2021) and completed his habilitation at TU Darmstadt in 2019. His academic journey includes research positions at prestigious institutions including University of Massachusetts Amherst, University of Warwick, and TU Darmstadt where he was an Athene Young Investigator. Professor Rizk's research spans multiple aspects of networking and communication systems with a particular focus on network performance analysis, stochastic modeling, and practical implementations. His work bridges theoretical foundations with real-world applications, especially in content delivery, video streaming, and network protocols. He has made significant contributions to network calculus, quality of experience optimization, and novel approaches to congestion control and caching mechanisms. His publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions across top networking conferences and journals. Recent work shows a growing emphasis on programmable data planes, AI/ML applications in networking, and advanced techniques for network measurement and performance prediction. His research group at Duisburg-Essen maintains strong connections with both academic and industrial partners in the networking ecosystem. Best Paper Award at ACM MMSys Conference (2023) Distinguished TPC Member for IEEE INFOCOM (2020, 2022) Best Paper Award at ACM/USENIX Middleware Conference (2017) Athene Young Investigator Award, TU Darmstadt (2017) Professor Rizk serves as Associate Editor for Elsevier Computer Communications and has extensive experience with research funding bodies as a reviewer. His leadership extends to conference organization, including roles as PC Co-Chair for IEEE MIPR (2023) and Steering Committee member for Workshop on Network Calculus (2022). He maintains active participation in numerous top networking conferences as Technical Program Committee member, reflecting his standing within the international networking research community.

Tim Futing Liaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inequality & Mobility
• Life Course Analysis
• Quantitative Methodology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tim Futing Liao is a Professor of Sociology & Statistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding the LAS Alumni Distinguished Professorial Scholar title. He serves as President of the Sequence Analysis Association and incoming Editor of Socius . His research focuses on inequality, life course analysis, quantitative methodology, population studies, and collective memory. Liao earned his PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Research Interests: Dr. Liao's work spans migration patterns (especially Filipino/Indonesian domestic workers), health disparities, sequence analysis methodologies, and social stratification. He combines advanced statistical techniques with sociological theory to explore topics like wage inequality, mental health among migrants, and the role of collective memory in social movements. Awards & Roles: Recipient of the ASA Methodology's Paul F. Lazarsfeld Award (2021), he has held editorial roles at top journals including Sociological Methodology , Demography , and Advances in Life Course Research . He also developed influential software tools for sequence analysis and inequality measurement. Grants & Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary projects, his work involves collaborations on migrant labor conditions, health policy analysis, and methodological advancements. Notable outputs include R/Stata packages for sequence analysis and inequality decomposition. Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives on life course trajectories and quantitative sociology methodologies at the University of Illinois, contributing to both theoretical advancements and practical applications in social science research.

Melanie Volkamerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• IT Security
• Privacy Protection
• Human-Centered Security Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Melanie Volkamer is a leading computer scientist at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where she heads the SECUSO (Security, Usability, Society) research group within the Institute for Applied Informatics and Formal Description Methods at the Faculty of Business and Economics. She moved her research group from TU Darmstadt to KIT at the beginning of 2018 and has established herself as one of Germany's foremost experts on the human factor in security and privacy. Professor Volkamer's research focuses on human-centered security design, emphasizing that technical security solutions must be developed with user behavior and mental models in mind. She investigates why users often choose less secure passwords, fall for phishing emails, and how they react to security warnings. Her interdisciplinary team combines computer science, mathematics, and psychology to develop security solutions that better protect users against attacks while being usable in real-world contexts. Her publication record shows a strong focus on electronic voting security, email security, and cybersecurity awareness. Recent work includes analyzing the security challenges of online general meetings for listed companies, developing child-friendly authentication systems like KidzPass, and creating effective tools for detecting phishing emails. Her research demonstrates consistent attention to both technical security requirements and human factors in security design. Scientific Awards and Recognition: SECUSO tools recommended by the Federal Office for Information Security NoPhish concept materials included in the Federal Office for Information Security's CyberFibel since January 2021 Development of open source privacy-friendly apps available in the App Store Creation of educational tools like the Phishing Master Shooting Game Professor Volkamer actively advises on cybersecurity policy and regularly contributes to public discourse through media appearances and expert statements. She has supervised student projects that have resulted in practical security tools and has collaborated with government agencies including the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the EU on security research projects. Her work with the Competence Center for Applied Security Technology (KASTEL) positions her at the forefront of Germany's cybersecurity research efforts. SECUSO, under Volkamer's leadership, develops practical security awareness measures including lectures, videos, flyers, and online tools that help citizens recognize fraudulent messages and better protect themselves online. The research group's work bridges academic research and practical application, making significant contributions to both theoretical understanding and real-world security solutions.

• Consumer Behavior
• Consumer Psychology
• Brand Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lien-Ti Bei is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Business Administration at National Chengchi University's College of Commerce in Taipei, Taiwan. She also serves as Chairman of the Center for Public and Business Administration Education. With over 25 years of academic experience, Professor Bei has established herself as a leading scholar in consumer behavior and marketing research in Taiwan and Asia. Her research interests span Consumer Behavior, Consumer Psychology, Brand Management, and Marketing Research, with recent work focusing on ESG implementation, consumer neuroscience applications in marketing, and sustainable business practices. Professor Bei's work bridges theoretical marketing concepts with practical business applications, particularly in the Asian context. Her publication record shows consistent productivity with over 50 journal articles in SSCI/TSSCI-indexed journals since 1995, including recent publications in Journal of Engineering and Technology Management, Journal of Product & Brand Management, and Harvard Business Review Chinese Edition. Her research demonstrates an evolution from traditional brand extension and consumer behavior topics toward contemporary issues like ESG, AI-human interaction, and sustainable marketing practices. Distinguished Professor at National Chengchi University (multiple years) Asia's Top 100 Marketing Scholars (2017) Chungni Outstanding Teaching Award Multiple Research Awards from Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council Management Journal Paper Award Professor Bei has successfully secured numerous research grants, primarily from Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council, with current projects extending through 2026. Her active role as Principal Investigator on multiple grants demonstrates ongoing research productivity. She serves as Editor for Management Review and has contributed to special issues on sustainable development and consumer behavior trends.

Youssef Marzoukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Uncertainty Quantification
• Bayesian Computation
• Inverse Problems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Youssef Marzouk is a Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT, serving as co-director of the MIT Center for Computational Engineering and director of the Aerospace Computational Design Laboratory. His research focuses on integrating physical modeling with statistical inference, emphasizing Bayesian computation, uncertainty quantification, and optimal experimental design. He holds a SB, SM, and PhD from MIT and has been recognized with prestigious awards including the DOE Early Career Award and the Junior Bose Teaching Prize. Education: PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT SM in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT SB in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MIT Research Interests: Uncertainty Quantification techniques for complex systems Bayesian computational methods and inverse problem solutions Optimal experimental design strategies Interdisciplinary applications in geophysics, environmental science, and engineering Awards: 2022: Report to the President, Center for Computational Science and Engineering 2021: Bayesian Inference Software Framework (hIPPYlib-MUQ) 2012: MIT School of Engineering Junior Bose Award 2010: DOE Early Career Research Award Labs & Leadership: Aerospace Computational Design Laboratory (Director) MIT Center for Computational Engineering (Co-Director) Editorial Board roles: SIAM Journal on Scientific Computing, Advances in Computational Mathematics