جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Computation
• Machine Learning
• Natural Computing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Bäck is a Professor at the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS) , Leiden University , Netherlands, and a member of the interdisciplinary programme Society, Artificial Intelligence and Life Sciences (SAILS) . His academic career spans roles at Leiden University (1996–present) and leadership positions at the Center for Applied Systems Analysis in Dortmund (1994–2000). Education : Diplom-Informatiker (Computer Science), Technische Universität Dortmund (1990) Dr. rer. nat. (Computer Science), Technische Universität Dortmund (1994) Research Interests : Dr. Bäck specializes in evolutionary computation , machine learning , and their applications in sustainable smart industry and healthcare . Recent work focuses on integrating large language models (LLMs) and quantum computing into optimization frameworks, with projects like CIMPLO (predictive maintenance), ECOLE (experience-based optimization), and SAPPAO (airline operations optimization). Scientific Contributions : His 526+ publications cover evolutionary algorithms, quantum optimization, and LLM-driven design, with recent trends including: Quantum computing (e.g., quantum approximate optimization, quantum advantage challenges) LLM integration (e.g., hyperparameter tuning, mutation control, code evolution graphs) Healthcare and industry (e.g., predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, melt quality prediction) Algorithm benchmarking (e.g., IOHprofiler, MA-BBOB, explainable benchmarking) Scientific Awards : IEEE Fellow (2022) Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) member (2021) Academia Europaea member (2022) IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Evolutionary Computation Pioneer Award (2015) Fellow, International Society of Genetic and Evolutionary Computation (2003) Best Ph.D. thesis award, German Society of Computer Science (GI) (1995) Advising and Grants : He supervises Ph.D. candidates in evolutionary computation and machine learning and has secured 7 major grants from organizations like the Dutch Research Council , European Commission , and The Research Council of Norway . His editorial roles include Editor-in-Chief of the Evolutionary Computation Journal and associate editorships in leading AI journals.

• Agent-Based Modeling
• Socio-Economic Dynamics
• Environmental Resilience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Debraj Roy is a Visiting Professor at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), affiliated with the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science and the Informatics Institute. His research focuses on agent-based modeling, socio-economic dynamics, environmental resilience, and blockchain technology. He investigates complex systems such as urban slums, disaster recovery, and climate adaptation using computational methods like remote sensing and machine learning. His work bridges theory and practice, offering insights into policy design for sustainable development and social equity. Key research interests include slum dynamics, poverty traps, and the application of blockchain oracles for decentralized systems. He employs advanced techniques such as global sensitivity analysis and manifold learning to explore multi-scale socio-environmental challenges. His recent articles highlight trends in carbon pricing, flood risk valuation, and multi-agent systems. Earlier work concentrated on urban inequality in cities like Bangalore and Mexico City, leveraging geospatial and statistical tools. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed. His advising and team collaborations are unspecified in the provided text.

• Stochastic Processes
• Queueing Theory
• Probability Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michel Mandjes is a Professor at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Science and holds a Visiting Professor position at the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB). His research focuses on stochastic processes, queueing theory, and probability theory, with applications in risk modeling, network analysis, and operations research. Recent publications highlight his contributions to multivariate Hawkes processes , Lévy-driven systems , and dynamic random graphs , emphasizing large deviations, rare event simulation, and statistical inference. His work bridges theoretical probability with practical challenges in traffic flow, financial risk, and social network modeling. The trends in his research include the development of stochastic models for network stability, appointment scheduling optimization, and inference techniques for non-stationary processes. His methodological innovations often leverage advanced probability theory and queueing frameworks to address real-world problems in transportation, healthcare, and finance.

Nicola Ballhausenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Aging
• Prospective Memory
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Nicola Ballhausen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Developmental Psychology at the Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University, Netherlands. Her research focuses on cognitive and psychological aspects of aging, particularly prospective memory, executive function, and social influences on cognitive health in older adults. Her research interests include prospective memory , cognitive aging , metacognition , problem-solving in older adults , social cognition , and longitudinal studies of aging . She investigates how factors such as intergenerational contact, sense of purpose, and technology use impact cognitive performance and well-being in later life. Her work integrates experimental, survey-based, and qualitative methods, often in cross-national datasets like the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) and the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA). The most recent articles highlight a strong focus on prospective memory across the lifespan , the role of social engagement in cognitive functioning , and designing accessible cognitive interventions for older adults. Her publications span top journals in gerontology, psychology, and cognitive science, reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration and methodological rigor. Dr. Ballhausen contributes to research aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to healthy aging and well-being. She collaborates extensively with researchers across Europe and has contributed to major reference works such as The Oxford Handbook of Human Memory . Her work includes both empirical studies and methodological advancements, such as exploratory structural equation modeling. While no formal students or awards are listed, her role in supervising research and contributing to academic training is implied through her position and course involvement. Dr. Ballhausen is involved in the design and evaluation of web-based cognitive tools, such as the Shared, Web-based, Intelligent Flexible Thinking Training (SWIFT), emphasizing user-centered design and ecological validity. Her work bridges fundamental cognitive research with practical applications for aging populations.

Rodrigo Gonzálezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data-driven modeling
• System identification
• Control systems engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rodrigo González is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology, since 2022. His research focuses on data-driven modeling, estimation, and control methods for high-tech precision systems, with applications in motion control and continuous-time system identification. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, 2022) M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering (Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, 2016) His work emphasizes continuous-time system identification, state-space modeling, and Bayesian estimation techniques. Key research themes include motion control tuning, multivariable systems, and noise/disturbance modeling in precision engineering applications. Rodrigo has received the Best Electronic Engineering Student Award (2016) and Best Thesis Award from Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María. He has active collaborations with institutions like Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María through visiting researcher appointments. Scientific awards include: Best Electronic Engineering Student Award (2016) Best Thesis Award (Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María)

Ralf Peetersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Signal and Image Processing
• Systems and Control Theory
• Mathematical Modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ralf Peeters is a Full Professor in Mathematics of Knowledge Engineering at Maastricht University's Faculty of Science and Engineering , Department of Advanced Computing Sciences. He serves as Vice-Dean of Research and Director of the STEM Graduate School, while leading the university's team at the inter-university research school DISC and co-chairing the Mathematics Centre Maastricht. Education: PhD in Mathematics (Free University, Amsterdam, 1994) Technical Mathematics (Delft University of Technology, 1988) Research Interests span applied mathematics, systems and control theory, signal/image processing, artificial intelligence, and biomedical engineering applications. His work bridges mathematical techniques with real-world challenges in healthcare and industrial systems. Recent Publications highlight advancements in deep learning for cardiac signal reconstruction, tensor-based signal decomposition, and recurrence plot analysis. These works integrate machine learning with clinical diagnostics, particularly in electrocardiographic imaging and arrhythmia characterization. Key Collaborations: Mathematics Centre Maastricht Dutch Mathematics Platform Dutch Institute of Systems and Control Leadership Roles: Vice-Dean of Research (FSE), Director of STEM Graduate School, Head of DISC-affiliated team, and Co-Chair of Mathematics Centre Maastricht. He has supervised over 25 PhD projects, emphasizing applied research across health and industrial domains.

• Reliability Engineering
• Power Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter C.J.M. van der Wielen is a part-time Professor of Reliability Grid Components at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), while maintaining a full-time role as Business Director for Power Failure Investigations and Principal Consultant in Power Cables at DNV GL – Energy. His work bridges academic research and industrial applications, focusing on grid component reliability, power cable technology, and asset management. Role: Part-time Professor (since 2018) Primary Affiliation: DNV GL – Energy (since 2000) Academic Affiliation: TU/e Department of Electrical Engineering His research interests center on grid component reliability , power cable degradation , and failure analysis , with a strong emphasis on translating scientific findings into practical tools like "Smart Cable Guard" for on-line partial discharge monitoring in medium voltage cables. He explores remaining life estimation , condition assessment , and maintenance methodologies to enhance power grid availability. Recent publications highlight his expertise in load scenario modeling using copulas, thermal monitoring of power cables via wave velocity, and congestion management strategies for power grids. These works align with his broader focus on asset management and reliability engineering . Scientific Awards : Hidde Nijland Award (2014) for groundbreaking power cable technology research At DNV GL, he leads power failure investigations and provides consultancy on power cable systems. As a TU/e Professor, he teaches grid component reliability and contributes to research on degradation mechanisms , failure analysis , and dynamic cable rating in collaboration with industry partners.

Peter van der Heijdenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Categorical Data Analysis
• Data Science
• Multivariate Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Peter van der Heijden is a Professor of Statistics for the Social and Behavioural Sciences at Utrecht University's Department of Methodology and Statistics. He also holds a professorship in Social Statistics at the University of Southampton. His roles include chairing the Ethical Review Board and the Committee for Policy on Integrity at Utrecht's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. He chairs the Advisory Council on Methodology and Quality of Statistics Netherlands and serves on the Executive Board of the European Statistical Advisory Committee (ESAC). Since 2017, he has led Utrecht's Applied Data Science focus area, focusing on human-centered AI and data-driven solutions. His research emphasizes population size estimation, fraud detection, and categorical data analysis, with applications for Dutch ministries and international bodies like the UN. He has pioneered methods for estimating human trafficking victims and optimizing healthcare treatments using multilevel models and neural networks. Key projects include the AI for Health initiative with Utrecht Medical Center and Wageningen University. His work bridges statistical rigor with societal impact, addressing challenges in criminal justice, public health, and policy-making through innovative methodologies. Universities: Utrecht University (Primary), University of Southampton Key Committees: European Statistical Advisory Committee, UN Human Trafficking Monitoring Research Themes: Multiple Systems Estimation, Data Science for Social Issues Research interests span statistical methods for complex societal problems, including: Register linkage and fraud detection Machine learning applications in healthcare Human trafficking prevalence estimation His publications (2019-2023) highlight advancements in multilevel modeling, randomized response techniques, and AI-driven clinical data classification. He has advised on policy frameworks for official statistics and contributed to global initiatives like the UN Sustainable Development Goals (Target 16.2). Grants and collaborations include projects with Dutch ministries, the EU, and international organizations. Current initiatives involve optimizing Hepatitis C treatment networks and improving criminal recidivism prediction models. His leadership in interdisciplinary teams ensures methodological innovation addresses real-world challenges.

Alfred Steinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spatial Statistics
• Image Analysis
• Remote Sensing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Alfred Stein is a Full Professor in Spatial Statistics and Image Analysis at the Department of Earth Observation Science, Faculty ITC, University of Twente. He earned his MSc in Mathematics and Information Science from Eindhoven University of Technology and a PhD in Spatial Statistics from Wageningen University. His career spans roles at Wageningen University (1988–2002), ITC (2002–present), including leadership positions as department head, vice-rector research, and portfolio holder for education. Education: MSc (Eindhoven University of Technology), PhD (Wageningen University) Leadership: Department Head (Earth Observation Science), Vice-Rector Research (2008–2012), Portfolio Holder Education (2012–) His research focuses on Spatial and Spatio-Temporal Statistics , emphasizing Bayesian inference , data quality , image analysis , and fuzzy techniques . Key application domains include agriculture, health, urban land use, coastal systems, hazards, and wildlife. He has mentored over 30 PhD students since 1998, with 11 currently under supervision. Recent research trends highlight AI-driven remote sensing for glacier mapping, urban livability, and disease modeling. Publications span Deep Learning for SAR tomography, Bayesian hierarchical models for health data, and multitemporal SAR analysis for environmental monitoring. Awards include the Best Paper Award (2019) and ISARA Founder's Award (2020) . Scientific Awards Best Paper Award (2019) ISARA Founder's Award (2020) As Editor-in-Chief of Spatial Statistics and associate editor for multiple journals, he leads academic discourse. Collaborations include the University of Cape Town and University of Pretoria as Honorary Professor. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in climate action and sustainable cities.

Herman Paryonoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Work Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Herman Paryono is a PhD Researcher at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen, specializing in Human Resource Management & Organizational Behavior. His research focuses on the impacts of role transitions between work and non-work domains on employee well-being and performance, particularly examining daily role diversity and sequence effects. Education: PhD in Organizational Behavior & HR Management (ongoing), University of Groningen MSc in Social-Organizational Psychology (cum laude), Leiden University BSc in Psychology (cum laude), Universitas Sanata Dharma, Indonesia His expertise spans work psychology, people analytics, and quantitative social sciences. Prior to academia, he held a senior management position at Nutrifood Indonesia, earning awards for leadership excellence. He currently serves as a guest lecturer and frequently presents at conferences like the European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology. Professional Contributions: Delivers talks on People Analytics and Work Psychology through mediums like Medium blog (25k+ followers) Skilled in multivariate analysis, psychometrics, machine learning, and data visualization tools (R, SPSS, Gephi) Research presented across 5+ international associations including Indonesian Positive Psychology groups Awards: Top 3 Indonesia Future Human Resource Leader Award Top 5 Indonesia Young Business Leaders Award His work bridges academic research with industry practice, emphasizing data-driven insights into contemporary work challenges.

Jan van den Brakelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Survey Methodology
• Statistical Analysis
• Time Series Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jan van den Brakel is an Extraordinary Professor of Survey Methodology at Maastricht University and a Senior Statistician at Statistics Netherlands. He holds a position in the Department of Quantitative Economics within the School of Business and Economics. His primary affiliation is with the methodology department at Statistics Netherlands, where he focuses on advancing statistical methods for official statistics. **Research Interests:** Professor van den Brakel specializes in survey methodology, with a focus on mixed-mode surveys, time series modeling, small area estimation, and discontinuity analysis. He explores topics such as sampling techniques, variance estimation, and the integration of non-probability data sources (e.g., social media) into official statistics. His work addresses challenges in labor force surveys, health surveys, and the impact of technological changes like tablet-based data collection. **Key Projects:** Current projects include mixed-frequency time series modeling for short-term statistics, accuracy assessments of non-probability web panels, and modeling discontinuities in official surveys. He has contributed to high-impact studies, such as analyzing mobility patterns during the pandemic and improving unemployment rate estimation using Bayesian models. **Awards:** His 2013 paper on factorial designs in probability samples was honored as the best journal paper by Survey Methodology in 2014. He is a member of the Advisory Committee on Statistical Methods at Statistics Canada, reflecting his international leadership in statistical methodology. **Professional Roles:** In addition to his academic role, he collaborates extensively with national statistical offices, advising on methodological challenges. His work bridges theory and practice, ensuring statistical methods are robust and applicable to real-world data collection and analysis.

Carlo Cavicchiaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistics
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carlo Cavicchia is an Assistant Professor of Statistics at the Econometric Institute, Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam. He holds a PhD in Methodological Statistics from La Sapienza University of Rome and has held roles such as Research Fellow at UnitelmaSapienza University and Consultant for NGOs in Zanzibar. His research focuses on latent variable models, composite indicators, and unsupervised classification, with applications in environmental policy, sports analytics, and teacher job satisfaction. Cavicchia teaches statistics and data science courses at undergraduate and graduate levels and actively contributes to academic communities through journal reviewing, conference organizing, and editorial roles. Education: PhD in Methodological Statistics (La Sapienza University of Rome, 2020) MSc in Statistics and Decision Sciences (La Sapienza University of Rome, 2016) BSc in Statistics (La Sapienza University of Rome, 2013) Dutch University Teaching Qualification (BKO, 2022) Research Interests: Cavicchia’s work emphasizes hierarchical models, non-parametric statistics, and data science applications. He develops methodologies for composite indicators, including ultrametric Gaussian mixture models and disjoint principal component analysis. His research bridges theoretical advancements with real-world problems, such as waste management in Italian municipalities and ranking European football teams using composite metrics. Grants & Awards: 2024: IFCS Chikio Hayashi Award 2023: ESE Starter Grant (€300,000) 2017: Research Grant for Junior Researchers (€1,270) 2016: PhD Scholarship, La Sapienza University Academic Engagement: Cavicchia serves as IASC Data Analysis Competition Officer (2023–2025), co-edits the ISI Magazine , and organizes conferences like DSSV 2020 and DSSV-ECDA 2021. He is an elected member of the International Statistical Institute and contributes to SVQS’s Sustainability initiatives. Labs & Teams: He co-organizes the Econometrics internal seminars at Erasmus University and collaborates with researchers at University of Naples Federico II on hierarchical models and convex clustering.

Arno Siebesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Mining
• Pattern Mining
• Minimum Description Length Principle
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Arno Siebes is Professor of Algorithmic Data Analysis in the Department of Information and Computing Sciences at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on data mining methodologies, particularly pattern mining and Minimum Description Length (MDL) principles. Key research areas include: Developing efficient algorithms for pattern discovery Applying MDL to data characterization Creating interpretable models for complex datasets Addressing challenges in data science education Recent publications demonstrate applications in diverse domains including mobility analysis, genomic screening, and pandemic response. His work combines theoretical foundations with practical implementations for knowledge discovery.

• Neuroimaging
• Parkinson's Disease
• REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sanne Meles is a researcher at the Faculty of Medical Sciences , part of the University of Groningen . Her work focuses on Neuroimaging and Neurodegenerative Disorders , particularly Parkinson's Disease and REM Sleep Behavior Disorder . She contributes to advanced imaging techniques like 18F-FDG PET and applies Machine Learning for data harmonization and disease classification. Email: s.k.meles@umcg.nl ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5505-3527 Her research explores metabolic brain networks in neurodegenerative conditions, identifying patterns in essential tremor , Parkinson's prodromal stages , and REM sleep disorders . She has published extensively on neuroimaging biomarkers , machine learning applications , and longitudinal disease progression studies. Recent work includes machine learning harmonization of multicenter PET data, metabolic brain patterns in REM disorders, and validation of phenoconversion markers for Parkinson's. Her articles highlight cross-disciplinary collaborations with institutions like Seoul National University and Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative . Press/media coverage of her research includes public commentary on a Parkinson's detection test , which has been referenced in Wikipedia and picked up by news outlets and X (Twitter) users .

• Extreme Value Theory
• Graphical Models
• Multivariate Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frank Röttger is an Assistant Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology, specializing in Mathematical Statistics. His primary research focuses on graphical models, multivariate extremes, and statistical inference in high-dimensional settings. Research Interests : Extreme value theory, probabilistic graphical models, causal inference in extremes, and data-driven risk modeling. Awards : NWO Prize (Scientific) - 2024 Organized Activities : Eurandom Workshop on Graph Laplacians, Multivariate Extremes, and Algebraic Statistics (2024) Causality in Extremes Workshop (2024) Courses Taught : Dependence Modeling Foundations of Statistics Mathematical Statistics Contact : Email: f.rottger@tue.nl