جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Robotics
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Control Systems
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Mohamed Bouri is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he is affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) and specifically the Microengineering Department (SCI-STI-MB). He is part of the ReHAssist research group (http://rehassist.epfl.ch), which focuses on rehabilitation robotics and human-robot interaction. His office is located in the MED Building (MED 3 1016) at Station 9, 1015 Lausanne. Dr. Bouri's research spans several key areas in robotics and rehabilitation engineering. His primary focus is on the development and control of exoskeleton systems for mobility assistance and rehabilitation. He has made significant contributions to hip exoskeleton technology, adaptive control strategies, and human-robot interaction paradigms. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications, particularly for individuals with mobility impairments and neurological conditions. Additional research interests include sensory substitution techniques, balance control systems, and astronomical instrumentation involving robotic fiber positioners for multi-object spectrographs. Analysis of Dr. Bouri's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on practical applications of robotics in rehabilitation settings. His work increasingly focuses on user-centered design, adaptive control systems that respond to individual user needs, and ecological validity in testing environments. There's a clear trend toward developing systems that can function effectively in real-world scenarios rather than controlled laboratory settings. His research also shows growing integration of physiological feedback mechanisms and multimodal sensing to enhance human-robot cooperation, with applications spanning from Parkinson's disease rehabilitation to astronomical instrumentation. Dr. Bouri has supervised numerous doctoral students whose theses reflect the breadth of his research interests, including work on lower-limb exoskeletons, robotic control systems, and rehabilitation technologies. His collaborative approach is evident in the extensive list of co-authored publications across multiple institutions and disciplines, demonstrating his ability to bridge engineering with clinical and astronomical applications. Based at EPFL's Microengineering Department, Dr. Bouri leads research activities within the ReHAssist laboratory, which specializes in rehabilitation assistance technologies. The lab focuses on developing innovative robotic solutions for mobility assistance, with particular expertise in exoskeleton design, control algorithms, and human-robot interaction paradigms. His work on projects like TWIICE One has demonstrated real-world impact in assistive technology development.

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
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Raquel Urtasun is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto and a co-founder of the Vector Institute for AI. She is also the Founder and CEO of Waabi, an autonomous vehicle company. Previously, she was Chief Scientist and Head of R&D at Uber ATG (2017–2021) and held faculty positions at the Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago (TTIC) and as a visiting professor at ETH Zurich. Her research spans machine learning, computer vision, robotics, and AI with a strong focus on autonomous driving and 3D perception. Education: Bachelor's degree, Universidad Pública de Navarra, 2000 Ph.D., Computer Science, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), 2006 Postdoctoral studies, MIT and UC Berkeley Raquel Urtasun's research focuses on developing AI systems for self-driving cars, emphasizing efficient perception using minimal sensors. Her work includes 3D scene understanding, stereo vision, optical flow, semantic segmentation, and object detection. She has developed the KITTI benchmark suite, widely used in autonomous driving research. Her lab is an NVIDIA NVAIL lab, reflecting its leadership in AI innovation. Her recent publications show a consistent trend in deep learning for visual perception, particularly in stereo matching, optical flow, 3D object detection, and semantic segmentation. These works integrate deep neural networks with structured models like CRFs and MRFs, pushing the boundaries of accuracy and efficiency in scene understanding for autonomous systems. Scientific Awards: NSERC E.W.R. Steacie Fellowship NVIDIA Pioneers of AI Award Google Faculty Research Awards (multiple) Amazon Faculty Research Award Connaught New Researcher Award Fallona Family Research Award Best Paper Runner Up at CVPR 2013 and 2017 UPNA Alumni Award Chatelaine 2018 Woman of the Year Adweek 2018 Toronto's Top Influencers Urtasun has advised numerous PhD and Master’s students, many of whom now hold faculty or research scientist positions at institutions like UIUC, NYU, UBC, MIT, and companies including Google, Amazon, NVIDIA, and Apple. She has secured significant research grants from NSERC, Google, Amazon, and NVIDIA. Her leadership extends to organizing workshops and serving as Area Chair and Program Chair at top conferences like CVPR, ICML, and NeurIPS. Labs and Teams: She leads a research group at the University of Toronto focused on AI for autonomous systems. Her team has been recognized as an NVIDIA NVAIL lab, and she continues to mentor students and postdocs working on cutting-edge problems in robotics and machine learning, both at UofT and through her company Waabi.

• Satellite positioning
• Inertial navigation
• Integrated navigation systems
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Jan Skaloud serves as an Adjunct Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He holds positions across multiple departments including SSIE (Institute of Earth Surface Dynamics), EDCE (Doctoral Program in Environmental Sciences and Engineering), and leads the Earth Sensing and Observation (ESO) Lab. His office is located at GC C2 397 in the EPFL campus in Lausanne, Switzerland. Dr. Skaloud's research expertise spans satellite positioning, inertial and integrated navigation systems, sensor orientation and calibration, attitude determination, mobile mapping, airborne laser scanning, and Kalman filtering techniques. His work bridges theoretical development with practical applications in UAV navigation, photogrammetry, and remote sensing. He teaches across three EPFL sections and two faculties, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to education. His publication record shows consistent contributions to the field, with recent work (2023-2025) focusing on vehicle dynamic model-based navigation for various UAV platforms, including delta-wing and fixed-wing drones. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated navigation systems that integrate aerodynamic modeling with traditional sensor fusion approaches. This trend reflects the growing importance of model-based navigation in achieving higher precision and autonomy in UAV operations. 2021: Samuel Gamble Award for career contribution in photogrammetry & sensing (ISPRS) 2020: U.V. Helava Award for best paper in ISPRS Journal (2016-2019) 2017: Best Demo Award at IEEE International Workshop on Metrology & Aerospace 2014: Hansa Luftbild Award for best paper in PFG journal 2012: Karl Kraus Medal for best textbook in Photogrammetry 2009: GNSS Leader to Watch Innovation Award (GPS World) Dr. Skaloud has supervised numerous PhD students whose work focuses on advanced navigation systems, sensor calibration, and UAV applications. His research has received funding for projects involving direct georeferencing, mobile mapping systems, and UAV-based search and rescue operations. The ESO lab he directs serves as a hub for cutting-edge research in Earth observation technologies. The Earth Sensing and Observation Lab under Dr. Skaloud's direction brings together researchers working on navigation systems, sensor integration, and data processing techniques for geospatial applications. The lab maintains strong connections with industry partners and international research organizations, facilitating technology transfer and collaborative research projects.

• Multiscale Modeling
• Multiphysics Modeling
• Biophysics
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Dr. Igor V. Pivkin is a Full Professor at the Institute of Computing within the Faculty of Informatics at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) in Lugano, Switzerland. His academic journey includes degrees from Novosibirsk State University (B.Sc./M.Sc. Mathematics), Brown University (M.Sc. Computer Science and Ph.D. Applied Mathematics), and postdoctoral research at MIT's Department of Materials Science and Engineering. His research focuses on multiscale/multiphysics modeling , numerical methods , and large-scale simulations of biological and physical systems. Key areas include biophysics, cellular/molecular biomechanics, stochastic modeling, and coarse-grained molecular simulations. He leverages high-performance computing (HPC) and particle-based methods to address complex biological phenomena. His work spans diverse applications, from understanding cellular mechanosensitivity and biofilm engineering to modeling cancer cell behavior and red blood cell dynamics in the spleen. His contributions bridge computational science, biotechnology, and biomedical research. He has published extensively in top-tier journals, with recent work advancing automated biofilm analysis, deep learning for microbial classification, and systems biology approaches to metal bioleaching. His lab collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing computational innovation for real-world biological challenges.

Konstantinos Karapiperisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Solid Mechanics
• Multiscale Modeling
• Data Science
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Konstantinos Karapiperis is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at EPFL's Laboratory of Multiscale Modeling of Materials (LMD), within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). His research integrates mechanics , multiscale modeling , and data science to study geomaterials and structural materials. PhD in Applied Mechanics (minor in Applied Mathematics), Caltech Postdoctoral Researcher & Lecturer, ETH Zürich (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship) Research focuses on granular materials , architected materials , and nonlocal modeling using techniques like Level-Set Discrete Element Method (LS-DEM) and machine learning . Recent work explores fracture control via graph neural networks and thermodynamics-informed models. Selected scientific award: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Teaches courses in Soil Mechanics and Multiscale Modeling . PhD students include Thomas Henzel and Hrishikesh Gopakumar Menon. His Data-Driven Mechanics Laboratory (LMD) develops predictive tools for granular and structured material behavior.

Giancarlo Ferrari Trecateمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Automatic control
• State estimation
• System identification
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Giancarlo Ferrari Trecate is an Adjunct Professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the School of Engineering and the SCI-STI-GFT department. He is also involved in teaching and research through the STI-SGM and EDRS-ENS programs. Research Interests : Automatic control, state estimation, system identification, machine learning, distributed control, hybrid systems, microgrids, biochemical networks, voltage and frequency stabilization in AC/DC microgrids. Publications Trends : His recent work focuses on integrating Neural ODEs and Hamiltonian structures for stable control systems, regret minimization in distributed control, and robust state estimation under uncertainty. Applications include autonomous mobility-on-demand , power grid optimization , and secure microgrid control against cyber-attacks. Scientific Awards : No specific awards mentioned in the provided data. Teaching & Advising : He supervises PhD students in mechanical engineering and teaches courses on Multivariable control and Networked control systems . His lab, DECODE , specializes in Dependable Control and Decision systems.

David Basinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Information Security
• Formal Methods
• Cryptography
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David Basin is a Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science, ETH Zurich, and heads the Information Security Group. He has held academic positions since 2003, including roles at the University of Freiburg (1997–2002) and the Max-Planck-Institut für Informatik (1992–1997). His research focuses on Information Security, including methods and tools for secure systems, formal verification, and cryptographic protocols. He is Editor-in-Chief of the ACM Transactions on Privacy and Security and Springer's Information Security and Cryptography book series. Basin founded the Zurich Information Security Center (ZISC) in 2003 and led it until 2011. Education: B.Sc. in Mathematics (Reed College, 1984), Ph.D. (Cornell University, 1989), and Habilitation (University of Saarbrücken, 1996). Research interests span formal methods for security protocol verification, privacy-preserving systems, and cryptographic implementations. He has contributed to foundational work on security protocols, including the Tamarin verification framework. His work addresses real-world systems like payment protocols (EMV), DNS security, and database isolation guarantees. Awards: ACM Fellow (2018) for contributions to Information Security and Formal Methods, IEEE Fellow. He has organized numerous conferences, including IEEE S&P, Euro S&P, and ACM CCS. Labs/Teams: Leads the Information Security Group at ETH Zurich and co-founded Anapaya Systems, a startup focused on network security solutions. His team develops tools like VeriMon (formally verified monitoring) and Tamarin for protocol analysis.

• Computational Physics
• Electronic Structure Calculations
• Atomistic Simulations
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Professor Stefan Goedecker is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Physics at the University of Basel, Faculty of Science. He holds the position of Professor of Computational Physics and leads an active research group focused on developing advanced computational methods for materials science and quantum physics. Dr. Goedecker received his physics education at the Technical University Munich and the College of William and Mary, followed by a Ph.D. from EPFL Lausanne. His postdoctoral training included positions at Cornell University and the Max-Planck Institute in Stuttgart. In 2003, he was appointed Professor of Computational Physics at the University of Basel, where he has established himself as a leading researcher in computational methods development. His research interests center on computational physics with emphasis on electronic structure calculations, atomistic simulations, and the development of novel algorithms for materials science applications. His work has strong interdisciplinary connections spanning physics, mathematics, material sciences, chemistry, and computer science. Current research directions include machine learning applications in catalysis, fourth-generation neural network potentials for molecular chemistry, and methods for quantifying material synthesizability. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing computational methods for electronic structure calculations, with particular emphasis on machine learning potentials, molecular dynamics optimization, and accurate modeling of material properties. His work bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in materials science and nanotechnology, with increasing integration of artificial intelligence techniques into traditional computational physics frameworks. Machine learning for Catalysis (Ongoing) Fourth-Generation Neural Network Potentials for Molecular Chemistry (Completed) Towards Quantifying the Synthesizability of Materials (Completed) Professor Goedecker's research group operates within the Department of Physics at the University of Basel, which is part of the NCCR SPIN initiative focused on silicon-based quantum computing development. The department hosts over 20 research groups with more than 180 teaching staff members, creating a vibrant research environment for computational physics and quantum technologies.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Deep Learning
• Recurrent Neural Networks
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Juergen Schmidhuber is Associate Professor at the Faculty of Informatics of Università della Svizzera italiana and a leading researcher at the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA USI-SUPSI). He is also Chief Scientist at NNAISENSE, a company dedicated to building practical general-purpose AI. His work has profoundly influenced modern artificial intelligence, particularly through the development of Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks in 1991, now deployed across billions of devices for speech recognition, machine translation, and virtual assistants. His research interests span Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks, Universal AI, Meta-Learning, Algorithmic Information Theory, Artificial Curiosity, Robotics , and Low-Complexity Art . He has pioneered mathematically rigorous frameworks for self-improving AI systems and formal theories of creativity and beauty. His work bridges theoretical foundations with real-world applications in computer vision, natural language processing, and autonomous robotics. The recent articles reflect a consistent trajectory of innovation, combining deep theoretical insights with scalable machine learning architectures. His publications emphasize sequence modeling, universal learning, intrinsic motivation, and computational creativity , demonstrating both foundational contributions and industrial impact. From LSTM to Goedel machines, his work consistently targets the long-term goal of self-improving general AI. Scientific Awards: Numerous awards in AI and machine learning (specific names not listed) Schmidhuber leads a research group at IDSIA, where he mentors students and researchers in advancing the frontiers of AI. His lab has secured significant recognition and industrial collaboration, though specific grants are not detailed. He promotes the 'New AI'—general, sound, and relevant to physics—and continues to explore the convergence of intelligence, computation, and the universe. Labs and Teams: Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) NNAISENSE (as Chief Scientist)

El Mahdi Chaytiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Machine Learning
• Optimization
• Meta-learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

El Mahdi Chayti is a doctoral researcher at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Computer and Communication Sciences and the Department of Computer Science. He works under the Machine Learning and Optimization (MLO) lab, focusing on advanced optimization techniques and machine learning theory. Contact: el-mahdi.chayti@epfl.ch . Current Roles: Doctoral Assistant and PhD Student in Computer and Communication Sciences Research Interests: Machine Learning, Optimization Algorithms, Meta-learning, Second-order Optimization, Energy Forecasting His publications highlight expertise in stochastic and cubic Newton methods, hybrid deep learning models, and personalized collaborative learning. Recent works include Improving Stochastic Cubic Newton with Momentum (2025) and Hybridization of Deep Learning with Physical Knowledge for Energy Forecasting (2019) . Key trends in his research span optimization efficiency , meta-learning frameworks , and integration of domain knowledge into AI models. He emphasizes theoretical guarantees and practical scalability in algorithm design.

• Electrical Power Systems
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Distributed Generation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Rachid Cherkaoui is a Senior Scientist at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering, specifically within the Department of Electrical Engineering. He is actively associated with research units SEL-ENS, EDEY-ENS, and DESL, contributing to the Distributed Electrical Systems Laboratory (DESL). His work focuses on advanced power system optimization, smart grids, and energy market modeling. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, EPFL, 1992 M.S. in Electrical Engineering, EPFL, 1983 Dr. Cherkaoui's research interests include electrical power and distribution systems, distributed generation, energy storage, electricity market deregulation, and power system vulnerability mitigation. His work bridges theoretical modeling and real-world applications, particularly in flexibility provision, grid resilience, and market integration of renewable energy. His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong focus on smart grid technologies, energy storage integration, and market mechanisms. Key themes include optimal dispatch of hybrid systems, TSO-DSO coordination, frequency control, and stochastic optimization under uncertainty. His work is frequently published in top-tier journals such as IEEE Transactions on Power Systems and IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid. ABB Swiss Award '83 Senior Member, IEEE Member, CIGRE Task Forces C5-2 IEEE Swiss Chapter Officer since 2005 Dr. Cherkaoui actively supervises doctoral students and collaborates extensively with researchers like Mario Paolone. He has contributed to numerous projects funded by industry, CTI/Innosuisse, and Horizon 2020. His research includes experimental validation and real-time control systems, particularly in hydropower and battery storage applications. He is also involved in national and international energy strategy discussions, including Switzerland's path to carbon neutrality.

Wenzel Jakobمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inverse Graphics
• Differentiable Rendering
• Physically Based Rendering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wenzel Jakob is an Associate Professor and leader of the Realistic Graphics Lab at EPFL's School of Computer and Communication Sciences , currently on sabbatical at the University of Tokyo until Fall 2025. His work bridges inverse graphics , physically based rendering , and compiler/systems research , with a focus on developing robust differentiable rendering frameworks. Key research themes include: Backpropagation through rendering algorithms for inverse problems Material appearance modeling and optical measurement systems Compiler design for differentiable rendering pipelines Manifold sampling techniques and light transport derivatives His group created Mitsuba renderer , Dr.Jit , and Instant Meshes (recipient of the SGP Software Award). Recent publications (2021–2024) explore volumetric rendering, SDF-based differentiable systems, and efficient Monte Carlo estimators. Awards include the ACM SIGGRAPH Significant Researcher Award , Eurographics Young Researcher Award , and ERC Starting Grant . Teaching roles (2016–2024) span Advanced Computer Graphics and Numerical Methods for Visual Computing courses at EPFL.

• Wave Propagation
• Seismic Data Modelling and Inversion
• Exploration Geophysics
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Prof. Dr. Johan Robertsson is a Full Professor of Applied Geophysics and Head of the Exploration and Environmental Geophysics (EEG) Group at ETH Zürich's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. He holds a MSc from Uppsala University (1991) and a PhD in Geophysics from Rice University (1994). Before joining ETH in 2012, he spent 15 years at Schlumberger in R&D roles, leading projects that revolutionized marine seismic data acquisition. His research focuses on wave propagation physics, seismic data inversion, and applications in exploration and environmental geophysics. He pioneered the use of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) for landslide monitoring and contributed to Mars seismology via the InSight mission. Education: MSc in Engineering Physics, Uppsala University (1991) PhD in Geophysics, Rice University (1994) Research Interests: Seismic wavefield modeling and inversion Planetary seismology (Mars, Moon) Acoustic metamaterials and wave control Environmental geohazard monitoring Marine seismic acquisition techniques His work on the Martian soil properties using InSight data and lunar exploration instrumentation (ALGEP) reflects his cross-disciplinary approach. He holds 90+ patents and has secured prestigious grants like the ERC Advanced Grant. Awards: EAGE Guido Bonarelli Award (2020) ERC Advanced Grant MATRIX (2017) EAGE Conrad Schlumberger Award (2018) Grants & Advising: Led the MATRIX ERC project advancing seismic imaging algorithms Advised over 20 PhD/MS students (names not listed) Secured Schlumberger's largest R&D project in marine seismic sampling His EEG Group operates cutting-edge labs for immersive wave experimentation and planetary geophysical instrumentation. Current initiatives include lunar subsurface exploration and acoustic invisibility experiments.

• Theoretical Computer Science
• Algorithms
• Convex Optimization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rasmus Kyng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at ETH Zurich, where he has been since 2019. His research focuses on fast algorithms for graph problems, convex optimization, and their applications in machine learning. He has received grants from the Swiss National Science Foundation, including project grants and a starting grant. Education: B.A. in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge (2011), PhD in Computer Science from Yale University (2017), advised by Daniel A. Spielman. Postdoctoral positions included Harvard University (2018–2019) and a research fellowship at the Simons Institute, UC Berkeley (2017). Research Interests: Development of nearly linear-time algorithms for fundamental graph problems (e.g., maximum flow, minimum-cost flow), dynamic graph algorithms, discrepancy theory, and fine-grained complexity. His work bridges numerical linear algebra and combinatorial optimization, emphasizing practical implementations such as the Laplacians.jl package. Awards: FOCS Best Paper Award (2022), Inaugural ICBS Frontiers of Science Award (2022), Machtey Award (Best Student Paper, FOCS 2017). Teaching: Advanced Graph Algorithms and Optimization (ETH Zurich, 2020–2023), Algorithms, Probability, and Computing (ETH Zurich, 2020–2022). Supervised numerous PhD students and mentored postdocs in theoretical computer science. Labs/Teams: Co-leads a research group with Maximilian Probst Gutenberg, focusing on dynamic graph algorithms and optimization. Collaborations include work on sparsification, spectral graph theory, and machine learning applications.

Edward Andòمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 3D Image Analysis
• Digital Volume Correlation
• X-ray Tomography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Edward Andò is a Principal Scientist and Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , with affiliations to the IMAGING group and the College of Engineering (ENAC) . His work bridges software development, experimental geomechanics, and educational initiatives in image analysis. Principal Scientist, IMAGING-GE (EPFL) Lecturer, Sciences et Génie Civil (SGC-ENS) Lecturer, Enseignement à la Défense (EDEE-ENS) Research Interests Andò specializes in 3D image analysis , with a focus on X-ray tomography , digital volume correlation (DVC) , and micromechanical modeling of granular materials. His work addresses geomechanical failure mechanisms, soil dynamics, and open-source software tools like SPAM for practical material analysis. Publication Trends His recent articles (2025–2023) emphasize X-ray tomography for studying granular deformation , rock failure , medical imaging , and soft particle compaction . Topics span geomechanics, computational modeling, and software development for experimental validation. Labs and Teams Andò contributes to the IMAGING group at EPFL, where he co-develops the SPAM (Software for Practical Analysis of Materials) . His teaching includes courses like Fundamentals of Image Analysis and Quantitative Imaging for Engineers , which integrate hands-on training with theoretical frameworks.