جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Smart Grids
• Distributed Control Systems
• Renewable Energy Integration
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Geert Deconinck is a full professor at KU Leuven , leading the Electrical Energy Systems and Applications (ELECTA) research group within the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT). He also serves as scientific leader of the EnergyVille research center's algorithms domain, focusing on smart electrical networks and thermal systems. M.Sc. and Ph.D. from KU Leuven Head of ELECTA since 2012 (10 professors, 8 postdocs, 70+ PhDs) Over 8 million EUR research budget in last 5 years 44 completed PhDs and 10 current advisees IEEE Transactions editorial board member His research spans smart grid architectures , distributed control , and cyber-physical security , with recent focus on EV-grid integration , renewable energy democratization , and multi-carrier energy systems . Current projects include: Smart Charging - E-Mobility meets Renewable Energy Early Detection and Defense Systems for Smart Grids Open-source P2P energy sharing platforms Microgrid control strategies for PV-battery systems Awarded IET Fellow and IEEE Senior Member status, his work combines machine learning with power systems engineering through both theoretical modeling and experimental validation . He has contributed over 575 publications with 9800+ Google Scholar citations.

• Operations Research
• Operations Management
• Sequencing and Scheduling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Roel Leus is a full professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), part of the Operations Research and Statistics Research Group (ORSTAT). He holds roles such as Program Director for the Business Engineering programs and Chairman of the KU Leuven Advisory Committee for the Chinese Region. He earned his PhD in Applied Economics from KU Leuven in 2003, focusing on project planning under uncertainty. His research emphasizes operations research and management, particularly scheduling, project planning, and decision-making under uncertainty. Education: PhD in Applied Economics (KU Leuven, 2003); Master's in Business Engineering (Handelsingenieur, KU Leuven, 1998). He has held academic positions since 2003, including adjunct professorships at Beijing Jiaotong University. His administrative roles include heading ORSTAT research group (2012–2016) and program directorships. Research Interests: Sequencing and scheduling, project planning under uncertainty, discrete optimization, and practical quantitative decision support. He has supervised 12 graduated PhD students as primary supervisor and contributed to numerous publications in top journals like INFORMS Journal on Computing and European Journal of Operational Research. Teaching: Courses include 'Introduction to Operations Research,' 'Operations Research,' and 'Applications of Operations Research.' He coordinates master's theses in Data Science and Business Analytics, focusing on practical optimization problems. Grants and Projects: Acquired over €2 million in research funding from private companies, the National Bank of Belgium, and KU Leuven. His work spans satellite scheduling, supply chain management, and cross-docking logistics. Labs/Teams: Active in ORSTAT, collaborating on projects like drone-assisted delivery and robust scheduling algorithms. His research bridges theoretical advancements with real-world applications in logistics, manufacturing, and aerospace.

• Computational Chemistry
• Density Functional Theory
• Quantum Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Freija De Vleeschouwer is a postdoctoral researcher and teaching faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Brussels, Belgium. With an ORCID identifier 0000-0003-0563-1509, she has established herself as a prominent researcher in computational chemistry with 927 citations and a 15 h-index. Her academic journey includes multiple FWO postdoctoral fellowships and a Research Professor appointment in Basic, Nature & Applied Sciences (2020). Dr. De Vleeschouwer's research focuses on the application of computational quantum chemical methods to solve complex problems in molecular design and materials science. Her work spans several key areas including density functional theory, molecular reactivity, self-healing polymers, and nonlinear optical materials. She employs a multidisciplinary approach combining computational predictions, molecular dynamics simulations, and experimental validation to advance understanding in these fields. Her recent research output demonstrates a strong trend toward computational-experimental integration, particularly in the development of self-healing polymer networks through Diels-Alder chemistry. She has also made significant contributions to understanding hexaphyrin compounds and their optical properties using explainable machine learning approaches. This work bridges traditional computational chemistry with modern data science techniques. Scientific Awards: FWO postdoctoral fellowship (2010) for molecular design using conceptual DFT FWO postdoctoral fellowship (2013) for inverse molecular design in radical chemistry Poster prize at the 15th International Congress of Quantum Chemistry (2015) Research Professor in Basic, Nature & Applied Sciences (0.1 ZAP) (2020) Dr. De Vleeschouwer actively supervises graduate students and has served on PhD committees. Her research is supported by multiple competitive grants including FWOTM and SRP projects. She organizes international conferences, including the 19th International Conference on Density Functional Theory and its Applications (2022), and participates in international collaborations such as research stays at Palacky University Olomouc. She leads several active research projects through 2026-2027, including FWOTM1148 on accelerating Diels-Alder kinetics in self-healing polymers and SRP73 on molecular and material property prediction using combined quantum chemical approaches.

• Structural Equation Modeling
• Psychometrics
• Statistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yves Rosseel is a Professor at Ghent University (UGent) specializing in Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) , Psychometrics , and Statistical Methodology . With over 15 recent publications (2024-2025), he focuses on small-sample SEM solutions, factor score regression, measurement error, and Bayesian extensions. His work bridges Statistics with applications in Psychology , Education , and Neuroimaging . Research Trends Developed Mixture Multigroup SEM for cross-group comparisons Proposed Information-Theoretic Hypergraphs in psychometrics Advanced Two-Stage Estimation for round-robin data Created blavaan R package for Bayesian SEM Investigated Measurement Error in hypothesis testing Scientific Contributions Published 84 Social Sciences papers, 37 Statistics works, and 11 Neuroimaging studies Promoted 8 PhDs including Sara Dhaene and Julie De Jonckere Co-authored 12+ works with Marijke Welvaert and 10+ with Stijn Vanheule

• Additive Manufacturing
• Process Monitoring
• Control Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tegoeh Tjahjowidodo is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences , KU Leuven , affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Manufacturing Processes and Systems (MaPS) unit at Campus De Nayer. He serves as Head of Education for Electromechanics programs and leads Subdivision 17 at the campus. Research Areas: Additive Manufacturing (Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing), Process Monitoring, Control Systems, Laser Micromanufacturing, Wear Analysis, Robotics, and Condition Monitoring. Publication Trends: Focus on in-situ monitoring of laser micromanufacturing, machine learning for abrasive belt grinding, WAAM parameter optimization , and multi-sensor fusion for process control. Scientific Contributions: Co-promotor for MultiTRIBO (tribology), Promotor for WAAM structural integrity and pedicle screw surgical simulators . Active in international collaborations (e.g., 25th International Symposium on Laser Precision Microfabrication, Spain 2024).

• Signal processing
• Fault detection and diagnosis
• Rotordynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Konstantinos Gryllias is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Sciences. He leads research in the Mechatronic System Dynamics (LMSD) unit at the Arenberg campus. His academic affiliations extend across multiple KU Leuven institutes including Leuven.AI, Leuven.AM (Additive Manufacturing), and the Gravitation Institute. He serves on important governance bodies as a member of the Faculty Council of Engineering Sciences, Faculty Doctoral Committee of Engineering Sciences, and Departmental Council of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Gryllias specializes in signal processing, fault detection and diagnosis of rotating machinery, condition monitoring, and machine learning applications in structural health monitoring. His research spans linear and nonlinear vibrations, anomaly detection, rotordynamics, and pattern recognition. His work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical engineering applications in wind turbines, marine propulsion systems, and industrial machinery. His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on deep learning approaches for wind turbine anomaly detection, bearing diagnostics, stern bearing lubrication optimization, and structural health monitoring using advanced signal processing techniques. The research shows increasing integration of explainable AI methods with traditional vibration analysis. Dr. Gryllias teaches advanced courses including Monitoring & Prognostics, Structural Dynamics, Smart Sensing Technologies, and Applied AI perspectives. His teaching portfolio reflects the interdisciplinary nature of his research, connecting mechanical engineering fundamentals with cutting-edge AI methodologies. He currently leads multiple research projects through 2025-2029, primarily as Promotor, focusing on fault detection in gears using fiber optic sensors, multi-sensor monitoring of drivelines, physics-inspired machine learning for condition monitoring, and digital twin applications for wind turbine efficiency improvement.

• Riemannian Optimization
• Matrix Manifolds
• Low-Rank Matrix Completion
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pierre-Antoine Absil is a Full Professor at the Louvain Polytechnic School (EPL) , part of the Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) , affiliated with the Mathematical Engineering Center (INMA) and the Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, Electronics and Applied Mathematics (ICTEAM) . His research spans Riemannian optimization , matrix manifolds , and low-rank approximation with applications in astronomical imaging , signal processing , and environmental data imputation . His work emphasizes Riemannian optimization algorithms matrix and tensor completion geometric data analysis applications in astrophysics and bioinformatics Recent publications focus on Stiefel and Grassmann manifolds , variable projection methods , and exoplanet detection via alternating minimization . While no explicit scientific awards are listed, his collaborations with institutions like IEEE and Springer highlight his impact in computational mathematics and engineering. He has supervised researchers such as Simon Vary , Guillaume Olikier , and Valentin Christiaens through projects in direct imaging , economic dispatch , and graph-based data processing . His laboratory, INMA , drives methodological advances in manifold-valued data analysis and nonlinear optimization .

Lesley De Cruzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Modeling
• Regional Climate Downscaling
• AI for Environmental Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lesley De Cruz is a Research Fellow at Vrije Universiteit Brussel's Electronics and Informatics department within the School of Electronics and Computer Science, with concurrent research affiliation at the Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium since 2012. Current projects include climate-resilient urban modeling through BRGEOZ464 and flood prediction systems under FWOAL1127. Research focuses on AI-driven climate modeling with expertise in nonlinear dimension reduction (DIRESA framework), urban climate resilience, and renewable energy meteorology. Key methodologies integrate deep learning with environmental physics for applications including real-time flood prediction offshore wind farm optimization LEGO-based urban climate prototyping regional climate downscaling Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong trends in geospatial AI for environmental systems, with 64% focusing on climate change impact analysis, 54% on urban applications, and 51% on control measure development. The DIRESA framework represents a significant contribution to nonlinear dimension reduction in climate informatics. Awards include: Matìère Grise Science Communication Trophy (2024) Major media recognition for breakthrough rainfall prediction model (2021) Supervises multiple PhD candidates and leads public engagement initiatives including CurieuCity and Dag Van de Wetenschap. Current grants total 12 active projects (2021-2029) with €2.8M+ funding, primarily focused on climate adaptation and sustainable technology development. Labs and teams include the Climate Informatics Group at VUB and collaborative networks with Ghent University and the Flemish Institute for Carbon-Aware Technologies.

Peter Bienstmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photonics
• Neuromorphic computing
• Nanophotonics
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Peter Bienstman is a full professor at Ghent University, working in the Department of Information Technology (INTEC) where he has been since 1997. He is affiliated with the Photonics Research Group and also collaborates with imec. His research spans nanophotonics, neuromorphic computing, and biosensing applications. Bienstman received his electrical engineering degree from Ghent University in 1997 and completed his Ph.D. at the same institution in 2001. His doctoral work focused on "Rigorous and efficient modelling of wavelength scale photonic components." His research interests primarily revolve around nanophotonics and its applications, with specific focus areas including: Photonic Reservoir Computing for neuromorphic information processing Optical label-free biosensors based on ring resonators TE/TM biosensors for measuring conformational changes SiN biosensors operating in the visible spectrum Optical spiking neurons and neuromorphic architectures Nanophotonic information processing systems Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing photonic reservoir computing for practical applications, particularly in communications signal processing and biomedical sensing. His work demonstrates how photonic systems can implement neuromorphic computing paradigms with energy efficiency advantages over traditional electronics. Recent trends show increasing integration of phase-change materials and exploration of quantum-inspired photonic computing approaches. Bienstman has received significant recognition for his work, most notably an ERC Starting Grant for the Naresco-project: "Novel paradigms for massively parallel nanophotonic information processing." This prestigious European grant supports his innovative research at the intersection of photonics and computing. As an advisor, Bienstman has supervised numerous doctoral students to completion and currently mentors a large research group with nine active PhD students and two postdoctoral researchers. His research is supported by multiple grants that enable the development of novel photonic computing architectures and biosensing platforms. The group's work bridges fundamental photonics research with practical applications in communications, healthcare, and computing. The Photonics Research Group at Ghent University, where Bienstman works, maintains state-of-the-art facilities for nanophotonic device design, fabrication, and characterization. The group collaborates extensively with imec and other international research institutions, creating a vibrant ecosystem for advancing photonic technologies from fundamental research to potential commercial applications.

• Heat Network Optimization
• Additive Manufacturing
• Heat Exchanger Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maarten Blommaert is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Technology at KU Leuven. He leads the Applied Mechanics and Energy conversion (TME) unit at the Geel Campus and heads the Subdivisie EnergyVille TME. His research focuses on numerical optimization of thermal systems, particularly district heating networks, additive manufactured heat exchangers, and plasma-facing components for nuclear fusion reactors. Assistant Professor, KU Leuven Head, Subdivisie EnergyVille TME Member, KIES Institute Member, Leuven.AM Institute Member, EnergyVille Blommaert's research explores three main areas: heat network optimization through automated design tools like PATHOPT, additive manufacturing of high-performance heat exchangers, and thermally resistant wall modules for nuclear fusion reactors. His work combines computational modeling with advanced manufacturing techniques to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Scientific awards include collaborative research contributions in: Optimizing district heating networks for renewable energy integration Developing next-generation heat exchangers Advancing nuclear fusion reactor technology Blommaert actively supervises research projects in thermal-fluid systems and collaborates with institutions like VITO and EnergyVille. His research team IDEAL (Innovative Design for Energy Applications Lab) specializes in free-shape and topology optimization techniques for energy components and systems.

Rishikesh Yadavمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Approximation Theory
• Functional Analysis
• Dynamical Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rishikesh Yadav is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics, Umeå University, Sweden , and previously held a postdoctoral position at the Namur Institute for Complex Systems (naXys), University of Namur, Belgium . He earned his Ph.D. in Approximation Theory from Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology Surat, India. His research focuses on Approximation Theory, Functional Analysis, Dynamical Systems, Operator Theory, and Optimization Theory. Notable contributions include work on Koopman operators, control theory, and compressed sensing. He has received awards such as the V. M. Shah Prize (2020) and Best Oral Presentation Award (2019). Recent research emphasizes developing algorithms for convex optimization on measure spaces, supported by the Kempe Foundation (2024–2026). His work bridges approximation theory with dynamical systems, including publications on Szász-Mirakjan operators, statistical convergence, and Koopman operator approximations via Bernstein polynomials. Grants/Fellowships: Kempe Foundation (2024–2026) Labs/Teams: naXys Institute (Belgium), Umeå University's Department of Mathematics

Gerd Vandersteenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nonlinear Systems Analysis
• RF Circuit Design
• System Identification
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gerd Vandersteen is a Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in the Department of Electronics and Informatics within the Faculty of Engineering. He serves as part-time Director (30%) of the Doctoral School of Natural Science and (Bio)Engineering (NSE) at VUB. His career spans academic research and industry collaboration, with significant contributions to nonlinear systems analysis and RF circuit design. His research interests focus on Nonlinear Systems Analysis , RF Circuit Design , System Identification , and Microwave Engineering . Vandersteen combines theoretical expertise in modeling nonlinear systems with practical experience in analog and RF design. His work emphasizes simulation-based analysis techniques, particularly using the Best-Linear-Approximation method for nonlinear system characterization. Vandersteen's publication record shows consistent output with 363 research outputs, including 103 articles and 164 conference papers. His recent work spans diverse areas from Arabic language processing to advanced RF measurement techniques, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach while maintaining core expertise in electronic systems. Key trends include nonlinear distortion analysis, frequency response characterization, and system identification methodologies. Best Paper Award (2002) Best Paper Award for 'Synchronizing modulated NVNA measurements on a dense spectral grid' (2012) IEEE Senior Member (2007) IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Society Outstanding Reviewer (2014) As an educator, Vandersteen teaches CAE tools for electronic design, microwave design, and telecommunication techniques at VUB. He mentors PhD students through the international spring school on system identification and modeling techniques. His research is supported by multiple active projects including SRP78 (Center for Model-Based Systems Improvement), HERC61 (110 GHz real-time oscilloscope development), and VLOV106 (Flemish AI Academy establishment).

• Robotics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Control Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hafsa Nouhi is a doctoral researcher at the ORCID -affiliated Faculty of Engineering Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium. Her research focuses on control systems for flexible robotics and collaborative robots (cobots). Doctoral scholarship recipient Active in robotics research since 2025 Research Interests Flexible link manipulator control Vibration suppression in robotic systems Safety protocols for human-robot interaction Dynamic modeling of cobots Scientific Awards Doctoral Scholarship Conference Participation 44th Benelux Meeting on Systems and Control (March 18–20, 2025) - Presented "Safe control for flexible link manipulators"

Joeri Hofmansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Personality Psychology
• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Joeri Hofmans is a Professor at the Work and Organizational Psychology department of Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) , Belgium. With an h-index of 35 and over 217 research outputs, his work focuses on personality dynamics, leadership studies, and workplace behavior. Current projects: Crimes of Character (2024-2028), Trust-building dynamics (2023-2027), Mindfulness at work (2022-2026) Research Interests : Personality psychology, organizational behavior, emotional intelligence, psychological contracts, and behavioral dynamics at work. His work examines how personality traits interact with workplace environments, including sleep effects on performance, trust mechanisms, and destructive leadership patterns. Scientific Contributions : Recipient of multiple awards including Best Faculty Paper Award (2014), Hogan award (2017), and runner-up for Journal of Organizational Behavior paper (2016). His recent articles explore emotion regulation across cultures, behavioral signatures in personnel assessment, and the dynamics of acting out of character. Notable Supervisions: Yara Bouckaert (Trust dynamics), Gina Rossi (PhD committee), Bart Wille (PhD committee) Editorial Roles: European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, European Journal of Personality

• Actuarial Science
• Machine Learning
• Insurance Pricing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roel Henckaerts is a Research Fellow at the Insurance Research Group, KU Leuven. His work centers on integrating advanced computational methods with actuarial science to optimize insurance pricing models. Research Focus: Henckaerts specializes in machine learning applications for insurance, including telematics-based dynamic pricing, interpretable AI for regulated industries, and data-driven risk assessment. His methodologies emphasize neural networks, tree-based models, and transparent surrogate systems to balance accuracy with regulatory compliance. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019–2025) demonstrate a shift toward neural networks and model interpretability, while earlier work (2016–2018) established foundations in tree-based methods and risk factor engineering. Thematic evolution shows consistent focus on bridging machine learning scalability with actuarial rigor. Affiliations: As part of KU Leuven's Insurance Research Group, Henckaerts collaborates on industry-facing projects, though specific lab/team structures are undisclosed.