Dr. Daniel Giese is a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Sterling College. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. in Physics from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, with a minor in Mathematics. His teaching emphasizes hands-on demonstrations and interdisciplinary connections, such as linking mathematics to music and natural phenomena like rainbows to foster wonderment in science. His research focuses on high-temperature atomic reconstruction of insulating materials and employs advanced microscopy techniques (TEM, AFM, SEM) and X-ray photoelectric spectroscopy. This work explores how materials like glass behave under extreme conditions. Dr. Giese has prior research experience at Argonne National Laboratory in Chemistry-related projects. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though his academic contributions are evident through his teaching and research focus on material science and interdisciplinary education.
Dr. Geoffrey Govier is a Professor of Fortepiano and Clavichord at the Royal College of Music (RCM), specializing in early piano performance and historical practices. He holds degrees from the RCM (MMus, ARCM, LTCL) and a DMA from Cornell University. His expertise spans Baroque and Classical eras, with a focus on Mozart and Hummel. He collaborates internationally with artists like Catherine Mackintosh, specializing in Mozart’s violin sonatas, and has recorded for Chandos, Hyperion, and other labels. Govier teaches at the RCM’s Junior Department and supervises doctoral research. His 1998 publication on Hummel’s piano treatise remains a key text in performance studies. Education: Graduated with first-class honours from RCM, Doctorate from Cornell University under Malcolm Bilson. Research interests include historical instrument techniques and period-performance methodologies. Active in masterclasses across Europe and France, he advocates for authentic interpretation of Classical-era repertoire. Labs/Teams: Involved with the RCM’s Historical Performance faculty and the Revolutionary Drawing Room chamber group. His work bridges academic research and practical performance, emphasizing the reconstruction of historical performance practices.
Prof. Leonardo Gabrielli is a Researcher at the Department of Information Engineering (Università Politecnica delle Marche). His work focuses on audio signal processing, machine learning, and embedded systems with applications in real-time audio generation, acoustic scene analysis, and smart transportation systems. He has contributed to projects such as emergency vehicle detection systems and audio enhancement techniques for reverberant environments. His research interests include neural network-based audio processing, physical modeling of musical instruments, and sustainable IoT applications. He has developed prototypes for driver-assistance systems, packet loss concealment algorithms, and biomedical signal analysis tools using deep learning approaches. Prof. Gabrielli collaborates on datasets like A3CarScene for driving scene understanding and has explored generative models for music synthesis and medical diagnostics. His work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical embedded system implementations, emphasizing real-world applications in automotive, healthcare, and environmental monitoring domains. Key Projects: Emergency vehicle detection, smart loudspeaker equalization, music streaming optimization Lab Affiliation: Department of Information Engineering's audio processing laboratories
Johannes Strobl serves as Lecturer and Study Coordinator for Bachelor programs in Classical Music Instrumental, Church Music, and Wind Music Direction at the Lucerne School of Music, part of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He is affiliated with the Institute of Classical and Church Music. Education: Strobl studied at the Mozarteum University Salzburg under Heribert Metzger, earning concert and teaching diplomas in organ and Catholic church music. He further specialized in historical performance at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, studying organ, harpsichord, basso continuo, and improvisation. Additional studies include musicology and Romance languages at the University of Salzburg. Research Focus: His expertise encompasses historical performance practices, particularly Baroque and early music repertoires, with special emphasis on organ literature and choral conducting. Strobl researches performance traditions of sacred music in monastic contexts and multi-choral spatial compositions. Professional Activities: As artistic director of Cappella Murensis and concert series at Muri Abbey, he revitalizes historical performance traditions. His discography includes award-winning recordings of Bach, Rathgeber, and Gabrieli, recognized internationally for their scholarly reconstruction of historical performance contexts.
Tom Beghin is a Research Fellow at the Orpheus Institute specializing in 18th- and early 19th-century keyboard performance. His research bridges historical musicology with modern technology, notably through projects like The Virtual Haydn , which recreated period instruments in virtual acoustic spaces. He holds expertise in Beethoven and Haydn performance, demonstrated through recordings on replicas of historical pianos. Research interests center on keyboard performance practice, technology-rhetoric intersections, and historically informed interpretation. Recent projects include Declassifying the Classics exploring rhetorical aspects in Haydn and Beethoven through material reconstructions of period instruments. Honors include the 2009 Ruth Solie Award and a 2011 Juno nomination. Key affiliations include the Haydn-Institut, Westfield Center for Historical Keyboard Instruments, and CIRMMT.
Silvina Milstein is an Emerita Professor of Music at King's College London, based in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities' Department of Music. She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge, where she studied under Alexander Goehr after completing degrees at Glasgow University. Her research focuses on composition, twentieth-century music history, and Arnold Schoenberg's legacy, with particular attention to the Second Viennese School. She has composed works performed by leading ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and Lontano, championed by conductors Odaline de la Martinez and Oliver Knussen. Her 2018 composition 'Shan Shui' was a Royal Philharmonic Society Award finalist. Education: PhD (Cambridge, 1988), MPhil (Cambridge, 1984), BMus (Glasgow, 1983) Key Research Areas: Schoenberg studies, twelve-tone techniques, contemporary analysis Teaching: Leads composition programs at King’s, emphasizing interdisciplinary seminars on form and time Her analytical work bridges compositional practice, notably reconstructing Schoenberg’s methods in twelve-tone music. Recent projects explore time’s philosophical dimensions in early 20th-century music, intersecting with psychoanalysis and mysticism. She pioneered King’s innovative doctoral composition training program, fostering collaborative artistic discourse. Notable Compositions: fire dressed in black , Tigres Azules , Of Gold and Shadows Awards: 2018 Royal Philharmonic Society Award Nominee Milstein’s music merges Buenos Aires vernacular rhythms with Viennese modernism, exemplified in works like música de la ciudad . She actively engages with spiritual and literary themes, as seen in her meditative chamber works inspired by St. John of the Cross and Sergei Paradjanov’s cinematic style.
Alessandro Girolamo Rombolà serves as a Senior Assistant Professor (fixed-term) in the Department of Chemistry 'Giacomo Ciamician' at the University of Bologna. His research focuses on advanced analytical techniques for environmental and cultural heritage applications, with particular expertise in pyrolysis-GC/MS methodology. His primary research interests span Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry , specializing in: Development of pyrolysis-based methods for complex material characterization Biochar stability and soil amendment effects in agricultural systems Microplastic identification and environmental impact assessment Organic material analysis in cultural heritage artifacts Hydrothermal liquefaction process optimization for biomass conversion His work bridges laboratory analytical science with real-world environmental challenges. Rombolà's publication record demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals including Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis and Biomass & Bioenergy . His recent work (2021-2024) shows a clear trajectory toward solving environmental contamination problems through advanced analytical approaches, with increasing focus on microplastics, biochar applications, and sustainable biomass processing. The research integrates chemical analysis with environmental impact assessment across diverse matrices including soils, wastewater, and cultural heritage materials. Rombolà actively collaborates with international research groups, evidenced by multi-institutional publications spanning European institutions. His work demonstrates strong methodological rigor with emphasis on practical applications for environmental monitoring and sustainable resource management.
Kourosh Tatar is a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Högskolan i Gävle. His research focuses on machining processes, vibration measurement technologies, and tool wear analysis. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Luleå University of Technology (2008) and has published extensively in journals like The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology and Machines . His work integrates advanced measurement techniques such as laser vibrometry, holographic interferometry, and acoustic monitoring to improve manufacturing processes. Key areas include tool wear prediction in titanium alloys (Ti6Al4V), spindle vibration dynamics, and adhesion mechanics in metal cutting. He has contributed to the development of real-time acoustic systems for cutting tool analysis and vibration-based process optimization. Dr. Tatar’s research also extends to composite materials and musical acoustics, including studies on violin sound fields using laser vibrometry. His 15+ publications span over two decades, reflecting a sustained focus on precision engineering and manufacturing challenges. Notable contributions include: Development of integrated stability prediction models for high material removal machining Pioneering work in laser vibrometry for rotating machinery diagnostics Investigations into tool geometry effects (chamfer angles/widths) on wear patterns His work bridges theoretical mechanics with practical manufacturing applications, emphasizing data-driven approaches for process reliability and efficiency.
Martin Ilcik is a Researcher at the Department of Computer Graphics within the Faculty of Informatics at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien). His work focuses on procedural modeling, shape grammars, and related computer graphics techniques. He serves as a Scientist in the Rendering and Modeling workgroup and has been actively involved in research projects since 2008, including GameWorld, PAMINA, Wohnen 4.0, AgroEco, and currently Room Imageer and GreenFDT projects. Ilcik's research interests prominently feature procedural modeling techniques, with specializations in shape grammars, layout generation, semantic modeling, 3D reconstruction, and music generation. His work bridges computer science with practical applications in architecture, urban planning, and creative arts. He has made significant contributions to layer-based procedural design of building facades and collaborative modeling systems. His publication record spans from 2007 to 2024, with a strong focus on procedural modeling techniques. The research trajectory shows evolution from flow visualization to sophisticated procedural modeling systems, with increasing emphasis on shape grammars, collaborative design, and applications in architecture and music generation. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in making procedural modeling more intuitive and accessible. VC CultTech Hackathon winner category 'Vienna State Opera challenge' (2017) INiTS Award 2016 Ilcik has supervised student research, including Lukas Eibensteiner's 2021 Diploma Thesis on polyphonic music composition with grammars. He has been instrumental in organizing the Central European Seminar on Computer Graphics (CESCG) since 2008, which has grown into an important annual event for undergraduate students in computer graphics, vision, and visual computing across Central Europe. His community work includes creating educational resources and organizing EXPO events and Academy Videos through CESCG. He leads research in the Rendering and Modeling workgroup at TU Wien's Computer Graphics department, focusing on developing innovative procedural modeling techniques with applications in architecture, urban planning, and creative domains. His current projects (Room Imageer and GreenFDT) continue his longstanding interest in practical applications of procedural modeling techniques.
Dr. Alexander Eichler is a Senior Lecturer (Privatdozent) and Senior Scientist at ETH Zürich's Department of Physics. His research focuses on nanomechanical sensing, spin-mechanics coupling, and parametric phase logic devices. He holds a permanent position at ETH since 2019 and became a Privatdozent in 2022. Education: Doctoral studies at University of Basel (2006–2009) Teaching: Teaches Classical and Quantum Parametric Phenomena (Autumn 2025). His work explores cutting-edge topics like nuclear spin detection, parametric instability landscapes, and topological classification of nonlinear systems. Research highlights include developing membrane-based scanning force microscopy and creating Boltzmann machines using coupled parametric oscillators. Awards: KITE award for teaching innovation (2022) Swiss Physical Society ABB Award (2012) Marie-Curie IEF Fellowship (2010) Current projects involve nanoscale MRI, stochastic dynamics in coupled oscillators, and parametric phenomena in graphene resonators. His lab develops advanced microscopy techniques and quantum-classical hybrid systems.
Tobias Höllerer is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). He leads the Imaging, Interaction, and Innovative Interfaces research group, focusing on novel user interfaces, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and immersive visualization technologies. His work emphasizes 'Anywhere Augmentation' in AR and contributions to the Allosphere project, a three-story immersive visualization environment. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Columbia University MS in Computer Science, Columbia University Diplom (MSc equivalent), Technische Universität Berlin Research Interests: Höllerer explores AR/VR interfaces, spatial computing, human-computer interaction (HCI), and data visualization for analyzing large-scale information networks. His group develops solutions for 3D reconstruction, multimodal interaction, and applications in fields like digital fabrication, assistive technologies, and immersive storytelling. Publications Trends: Recent work spans AR navigation aids for visually impaired users, cognitive load analysis in VR, multimodal AI for spatial awareness, and creative applications like textile crafting and music instruments in AR. Scientific Awards: NSF Early Career Development Award Grants & Labs: Active in NSF-funded projects and directs the UCSB Allosphere Research Group. His lab collaborates on projects like Attention-Aware Mixed Reality Interfaces and Large-Scale Real-Time Information Visualization . Labs/Teams: Oversees the Allosphere, a unique immersive platform for data-driven exploration, and leads interdisciplinary teams advancing HCI and AR/VR technologies.
Paweł Hulisz is a trumpeter, arranger, composer, and Doctor of Musical Arts, currently serving as a Lecturer in Historical Trumpet at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk since 2023. His work bridges historical performance practices with contemporary innovation. Education: Graduate of Gdańsk Academy of Music Graduate of Bydgoszcz Academy of Music Research & Interests: Expert in baroque and classical music performance on period instruments Founder and leader of Tubicinatores Gedanenses ensemble, reviving Gdańsk’s tower music tradition Reconstructed 18th-century Warmia musical pieces through Cappella Warmiensis Restituta Specializes in arranging works for historical contexts and contemporary artists Notable Projects: Organizer of the 'Music from the Towers of Gdańsk' festival Collaborations with Goldberg Baroque Ensemble (14 CDs) and Sinfonietta Consonus Reconstructed Johann Wilhelm Stritzke’s 18th-century trumpet, displayed at Gdańsk Museum Awards & Recognition: 2012 Cultural Scholarship from Gdańsk Mayor 2022 Opus Classic Award for world premiere recordings
Asst. Prof. Dr. Hasan Sami YAYGINGÖL is a faculty member at Karabük Üniversitesi's Safranbolu Fethi Toker Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (Industrial Design Department), holding a full-time position since 2018. Previously served as Head of the Çalgı Yapımı ve Onarımı Department at Anadolu Üniversitesi (2000-2014). Specializes in music technologies, instrument making, and restoration. Holds doctorates from Marmara Üniversitesi (1988) and advanced music degrees from İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi (1979-1981). Research focuses on acoustic instrument design, historical replication techniques, and material science applications in musical instruments. Authored key works like Yaylı Çalgı Yapım Teknolojisi (2003) and presented at international exhibitions like Mostra Triennale Internazionale di Strumenti ad Arco (1990). Advised three postgraduate students on topics including bow effects and restoration techniques. Organized art exhibitions showcasing original designs such as the Stradivari 1716 Oppenheim Model Violin (2010) and Borulu Lale Keman (2017). Teaching includes undergraduate courses on Turkish art music repertoire and instrument history.
Blaise Douglas is a Lecturer in the UFR Letters and Human Sciences at the University of Rouen Normandy, specializing in Medieval Studies and Scottish Studies. He holds a doctorate in Medieval Studies (1999) and has been affiliated with the ERIAC research institute. His work bridges literary analysis with cultural history, focusing on Anglo-Scottish literature, medieval cosmology, and Scottish musical traditions. He coordinates the electronic journal Cercles and has published extensively on topics including prophecy in medieval texts, Scottish identity in literature, and the role of music in cultural preservation. His research intersects with interdisciplinary projects like the Rouen School of Phenomenology and the eGesta digital archive. Teaching areas include medieval literature, Shakespeare, and textual analysis. Research interests span medieval narrative techniques, the socio-political role of prophecy, and the interplay between music and cultural identity in Scotland. Notable contributions include analyses of Beowulf , Sir Gawain and the Green Knight , and the symbolic function of piobaireachd in Scottish fiction. His recent work emphasizes the preservation of Gaelic musical traditions and their historical significance. Despite no formal awards listed, his prolific peer-reviewed publications and editorial roles highlight academic impact. Advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed, though his involvement in doctoral supervision and collaborative research networks like GRENDEL and SAES indicates mentorship roles. He contributes to institutional initiatives such as the ERIAC doctoral program and participates in international conferences on medieval literature and Scottish studies.
Annette Richards is the Foundation Professor in the Humanities and University Organist at Cornell University, and Executive Director of the Westfield Center for Historical Keyboard Studies. She specializes in 18th-century music aesthetics, interdisciplinary studies between music and visual culture, and the organ. Her research focuses on C. P. E. Bach, music history, and the intersection of performance with technology and the senses. She holds a PhD from Stanford University and performer’s diploma from the Sweelinck Conservatorium Amsterdam. Education: BA and MA, Oxford University PhD, Stanford University Uitvoerend Musicus (Performer’s Diploma), Sweelinck Conservatorium Amsterdam Her research interests include music aesthetics, performance practice, and the cultural history of musical instruments. Notable projects include leading the 10-year Cornell Baroque Organ reconstruction and editing C. P. E. Bach’s organ works. She has received fellowships from the Mellon Foundation and Humboldt Foundation, and her recordings feature on Loft Recordings. Awards: International Organ Competition Prizes (Dublin, Bruges) Getty Center Fellowship Stanford Humanities Center Fellowship Her teaching covers 18th-century music aesthetics, organ performance, and interdisciplinary topics like music and the uncanny. She collaborates internationally, including with the University of Gothenburg on organ projects. Labs/Initiatives: Director of the Westfield Center for Historical Keyboard Studies, which preserves and promotes historical keyboard instruments and performance practices.
