Viktor Prasanna is the Charles Lee Powell Chair in Engineering and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Southern California. He holds courtesy appointments in Computer Science and leads the Center for Energy Informatics, focusing on interdisciplinary research linking energy technologies, computer science, and engineering. Education: BE in Electronics (Bangalore University), ME (Indian Institute of Science), PhD in Computer Science (Pennsylvania State University) His research spans reconfigurable computing, FPGA accelerators, parallel and distributed systems, and big data applications. He has pioneered high-performance architectures and algorithms using FPGAs, impacting domains like networking, security, HPC, and machine learning. Prasanna has published over 600 papers, received 22 best paper awards, and secured >$50M in grants. His work emphasizes energy-efficient computing, with recent grants totaling $12.9M (2016–2021). His h-index is 73, with 23,454 total citations. Scientific Awards: IEEE Fellow, ACM Fellow, AAAS Fellow, W. Wallace McDowell Award, multiple Distinguished Alumnus Awards He has advised over 70 doctoral students and led major centers including CiSoft (Big Data in oilfield tech) and CAST. His editorial roles include Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Computers and Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing.
Elisa Riedo is a tenured Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at New York University (NYU) Tandon School of Engineering, with joint appointments as Professor of Physics in NYU’s College of Arts and Science and as affiliated Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Tandon. She serves as Director of Faculty Development at NYU Tandon and has held prior tenured positions at Georgia Tech (2003–2015) and CUNY ASRC (2015–2018). Her academic career spans over two decades, with a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Milano (2000) and postdoctoral work at EPFL. Her research focuses on nanotechnology , graphene and 2D materials , and thermal scanning probe lithography (tSPL) , with applications in biomedical diagnostics quantum electronics electromagnetic interference shielding mechanical reinforcement of materials She pioneered tSPL for sustainable nanofabrication and discovered diamene—a single-layer diamond structure from graphene under pressure. Her recent work involves transparent infrared electrodes using silver nanowires (2025) and self-organized graphene stacking domains for quantum technologies (2024). She has secured major grants from National Science Foundation , Department of Defense , and Army Research Office . Scientific honors include: 2023 NYU Tandon Excellence in Research Award 2013 American Physical Society Fellow 2005 CREA Innovation Award Membership in the Academy of Europe (2023) She contributes to editorial boards for journals like 2D Materials and Applications and advises companies such as Mirimus Inc. and SwissLitho AG .
Giovanni De Micheli is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at EPF Lausanne, Switzerland. He also serves as Director of the Integrated Systems Centre and the Institute of Electrical Engineering at EPFL, and chairs the Scientific Committee of CSEM in Neuchatel. Previously, he held academic roles at Stanford University for 18 years, including Full Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering. His research spans synthesis of digital circuits, hardware/software co-design, low-power design, and Networks on Chip (NoC) technology. 2003: IEEE Emanuel Piore Award 2000: Golden Jubilee Medal of the IEEE CAS Society 2000: ACM Fellow 1994: IEEE Fellow 1990: IEEE/CS Distinguished Service Award 1988: NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award His seminal contributions include pioneering C-based synthesis and Boolean matching algorithms for digital circuits, foundational work in dynamic power management using stochastic control, and the development of Network-on-Chip (NoC) technology. His publications, such as "Networks on Chips: A New SoC Paradigm" and "Dynamic Power Management for Portable Systems" , have shaped modern SoC design practices. With over 400 technical articles, 9 books, and an H-index of 56, his work remains highly influential.
Manolis G.H. Katevenis is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Crete, and Deputy Director and Head of the Computer Architecture and VLSI Systems (CARV) Laboratory at the Institute of Computer Science (ICS), Foundation for Research & Technology - Hellas (FORTH). He co-founded the European Research Center on Computer Architecture (EuReCCA) and is a founding partner of the European Network of Excellence on High-Performance and Embedded Architecture and Compilation (HiPEAC). PhD in Computer Science from University of California, Berkeley (1983) Co-founder of EuReCCA (2011) Contributed to RISC architecture (1980-1983), interconnection networks (1985-2011), and parallel computing (1993-2010) His research spans Scalable Multicore Systems , Interconnection Network Architecture , Packet Switch Design , Computer Architecture , and VLSI Systems . He has made foundational contributions to per-flow queueing, backpressure mechanisms, and wormhole IP over ATM, with applications in internet routers, data centers, and supercomputers. His publications focus on high-radix crossbar switches, flow control algorithms, and explicit interprocessor communication. Notable scientific awards include: ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award (1984) David J. Sakrison Memorial Prize (1983) IBM PhD Fellowship (1981-1983) Greek State Fellowship (1973-1978) He has supervised 40 graduate theses and participated in 22 R&D projects totaling €9M, including HiPEAC (coordinator of interconnection networks), SARC (FPGA prototype design), and ENCORE (cache-optimized remote DMA). His work has received over 2000 citations, with an h-index of 23.
Jasmin Grosinger is an Associate Professor at Graz University of Technology's Institute of Microwave and Photonic Engineering, specializing in wireless systems and RF engineering. Her research advances sustainable wireless technologies through innovations in energy harvesting and communication systems. Primary research areas include: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), antenna design for IoT applications, wireless power transfer efficiency, and development of batteryless sensor systems. Recent work emphasizes miniaturization challenges in metal environments and radiation-hardened space applications. Publication analysis reveals strong focus on: impedance measurement methodologies, NFC/WPT interoperability solutions, ultra-low power circuit design, and robust wireless systems. Research consistently addresses energy efficiency in passive electronics. Awards recognize contributions to microwave theory and practical implementations: Administrative Committee Member of IEEE MTT-S, Distinguished Microwave Lecturer award, and multiple best paper contest awards. Current projects investigate electromagnetic compatibility in challenging environments and next-generation wireless standards.
Wolfgang Bösch is a Professor at Graz University of Technology's Institute of Microwave and Photonic Engineering, specializing in advanced RF components and measurement techniques. His research advances high-frequency systems through innovations in antenna technology and electromagnetic theory. Research domains include: metamaterial-based antennas, precision measurement calibration, microwave filter optimization, and 3D-printed RF components. Recent work demonstrates strong focus on millimeter-wave systems and reconfigurable antenna arrays. Publications highlight expertise in: machine learning for filter design, metasurface applications, PCB transitions for high-frequency systems, and uncertainty quantification in RF engineering. Research consistently addresses miniaturization and performance optimization challenges. Awards recognize contributions to measurement science and antenna design: Fellow of IET, Houska Prize, and best paper awards. Current laboratories investigate liquid crystal antenna systems and error calibration methodologies for next-generation wireless systems.
Priv.Doz.DI Dr.nat.techn. Günter Langergraber is a Professor and Head of the Institute of Sanitary Engineering and Water Pollution Control at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He also serves as Deputy Head of the Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure since 2025. With expertise in nature-based solutions , constructed wetlands , and resource-oriented sanitation systems , his work integrates modelling and simulation with practical applications for wastewater treatment and urban sustainability. Habilitation in Sanitary Engineering (2012), BOKU PhD in Natural Sciences (2001), BOKU His research focuses on developing advanced wastewater treatment technologies using constructed wetlands , biochar systems , and smart sensors . Key areas include urban water circularity , stormwater management , and climate resilience through nature-based infrastructure . He leads major EU-funded projects like ProCleanLakes and UniNEtZ , emphasizing the role of sustainable sanitation in achieving SDG 6 . Recent publications analyze: Design optimization of vertical flow wetlands using numerical models Implementation frameworks for circular cities via nature-based solutions Hydrological dynamics in Mediterranean and tropical wetland systems Soil water balance quantification via stable isotopes Scientific accolades include IWA Fellow (2014) and the IWA Project Innovation Award (2011) . He has supervised 478 publications and 56 projects, including EU Horizon 2020 initiatives and Austrian Science Fund (FWF) programs. As a keynote speaker at international conferences, he advocates for renaturalized urban water systems and decentralized sanitation . Langergraber contributes to technical guidelines (e.g., DWA-A 272) and policy reports for Austrian ministries. His work bridges academic research , industry collaboration , and public engagement through media appearances and training programs for wastewater plant operators.
Judith Schoonenboom is a Professor at the University of Vienna and Deputy Head of the Department of Education. She teaches courses in quantitative and interpretive methodologies, research design, and PhD/master's thesis supervision, including seminars like 'Methodology and Research Design' and 'Quantitative Methodologies in Education Science'. Her academic responsibilities reflect a focus on advanced research methodologies in educational contexts. Schoonenboom's research centers on mixed methods and multimethod approaches in education science, emphasizing methodological innovation, data integration, and theoretical development. Key interests include the interplay between qualitative and quantitative research, design patterns in mixed methods, and strategies for enhancing inferential rigor in social science studies. Her work bridges epistemological frameworks with practical research applications. Her scholarly publications demonstrate a consistent focus on advancing mixed methods research, particularly through innovations in design, integration techniques, and theoretical reflection. Recent works explore causal inference in qualitative research, visualization of methodological interactions, and performative approaches, highlighting trends toward interdisciplinary synthesis and practical methodology refinement.
Associate Professor at the University of Klagenfurt , affiliated with the Department of Management Control and Strategic Management under the Faculty of Economics and Law . Research focuses on agent-based modeling applied to organizational dynamics , complex systems , and managerial economics . Holds a doctoral degree in Social Sciences and Economics (2012) and venia docendi in Business Economics (2018) . Core faculty member in the Self-Organizing Systems research cluster Academic editor for PLoS ONE and editorial board member for multiple journals Recipient of the 2021 Advancement Award (Humanities/Social Sciences) from Carinthian government Research integrates computational simulation with organizational theory , examining phenomena like decentralized task allocation , incentive mechanisms , and reproducibility in social sciences . Teaching portfolio includes business analytics , management control , and scientific modeling at undergraduate and graduate levels. Recent publications explore organizational resilience , team coordination dynamics , and financial modeling using agent-based simulation techniques. Active participant in international conferences like Social Simulation Conference and European Conference on Operational Research .
Ivan Viola is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Computer Graphics and Algorithms, part of the Faculty of Informatics at TU Wien, Austria. He holds a leave of absence until December 2024 while also being affiliated with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) as an Associate Professor funded by the Vienna Research Groups program. His research focuses on visualization techniques in medicine, biological sciences, and earth sciences, with a specialty in illustrative visualization and DNA-nanotechnology applications. Viola has contributed over 100 scientific works and serves as a reviewer and panelist for major conferences in computer graphics and visualization. Education: M.Sc. (2002) and Ph.D. (2005) in Computer Graphics from TU Wien. Postdoctoral research at the University of Bergen (2006-2011), where he became Full Professor before returning to TU Wien. Research Interests: Whole-cell visualization Molecular modeling Interactive 3D environments Biomedical visualization Data-driven colormap techniques Awards: IEEE VIS 2017 Best Paper Honorable Mention, 'Best Overall Concept' for CellView, and multiple visualization awards. Active in EuroVis and IEEE VIS organizing roles. Grants & Supervision: Leads the Visualization Group at TU Wien, supervising student projects and master’s theses. Involved in grants like the Vienna Research Groups program. Labs/Teams: Visualization Group at TU Wien, collaborating on projects like CellView and Molecumentary.
Prof. Walter Schwaiger is a Full Professor at TU Wien’s Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, leading the Institute of Management Science. His academic roles include serving as Head of the Faculty Council since 2010 and holding various curriculum committee positions. He teaches critical courses such as Financial Management, Enterprise Risk Management, and IT-based Management across bachelor’s and master’s programs. His research focuses on three core areas: Financial Enterprise Management (stochastic NPV modeling for renewable energy investments), Enterprise Risk Management (risk maturity assessments via ERMMA studies), and IT-based Management (ontology-driven accounting frameworks like OntoREA). Recent work includes predictive analytics applications in credit risk scoring and pandemic-driven default prediction studies. Prof. Schwaiger has authored influential textbooks like IFRS-Finanzmanagement series and pioneered the REA-based ERP-Control system. He actively contributes to management control research, publishing in venues like Controlling and WingBusiness , and collaborates with institutions like Funk Stiftung on large-scale ERM maturity studies. His professional service includes leading faculty strategy groups and quality management initiatives at TU Wien, reflecting his commitment to institutional governance and academic excellence.
Leandros Tassiulas is the John C. Malone Professor of Electrical Engineering at Yale University, with additional appointments in Computer Science. His career spans faculty positions at the University of Thessaly, University of Maryland, University of Ioannina, and Polytechnic University. A Fellow of both IEEE (2007) and ACM (2020), he is renowned for contributions to network control theory, including the max-weight scheduling algorithm and back-pressure network policy. PhD in Electrical Engineering (1991) from the University of Maryland, College Park His research focuses on computer and communication networks , emphasizing mathematical models for complex networks , wireless system architectures , stochastic systems , and energy-efficient network design . Recent work explores quantum networking (Pant et al., 2019) and federated learning in edge environments (Jiang et al., 2022). Key publication trends include stability analysis (earlier works), mobile edge computing (2019), software-defined networking (2021), and smart grid optimization (2012-2013). The list includes monographs on network theory and patents for distributed bandwidth allocation (2011) and directional antenna protocols (2002). Scientific Awards ACM Fellow (2020) for network control contributions IEEE Koji Kobayashi Award (2016) for scheduling/stability analysis IEEE INFOCOM Achievement Award (2007) for resource allocation Bodossaki Foundation Prize (1999) for distributed systems NSF CAREER, ONR Young Investigator, and multiple best paper awards His work has been funded by the NSF, ONR, and IBM. Current projects bridge AI , quantum communication , and next-generation network architectures .
Dr. Ajay V. Singh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India. He leads the Combustion and Propulsion Laboratory and has established himself as a leading researcher in combustion science and propulsion technology in India. His work on detonation physics has positioned IIT Kanpur at the forefront of this field with the unveiling of "India's First Detonation Tube Research Facility". Dr. Singh's educational background includes: PhD in Mechanical Engineering from University of Maryland, College Park (2015) M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (2008) B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from U.P. Technical University, Lucknow (2006) His research spans fundamental and applied aspects of combustion science with particular focus on high-speed propulsion systems, detonation cycle engines, gas turbine combustion, soot formation and oxidation, flame-synthesized functional nanoparticles, and fire dynamics. His innovative work bridges theoretical understanding with practical applications in aerospace propulsion, energy systems, and fire safety engineering. The media has widely covered his research, with features in India Today, Times of India, Hindustan Times, and Republic Bharat. Dr. Singh's publication record shows a clear trend toward increasingly sophisticated detonation research and fire dynamics studies, with recent work focusing on turbulent wind-driven flames, detonation inhibition mechanisms, and alternative fuel combustion. His articles consistently address challenges in high-speed propulsion and fire safety, demonstrating both theoretical depth and practical relevance. His scientific contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards including the Distinguished Paper Award from the Combustion Institute (the only faculty member in India to receive this honor), a nomination for the Silver Combustion Medal, multiple Best Paper Awards, and the Exemplary Performance in Teaching Award. As an educator and mentor, Dr. Singh has guided numerous PhD and Master's students through their research. His Combustion and Propulsion Laboratory is supported by multiple research grants from agencies including ISRO, ARDB, SERB, and ANRF. He has developed specialized courses including "Explosion and Detonation Physics," which is the first of its kind at IIT Kanpur. Dr. Singh's laboratory serves as a hub for cutting-edge research in combustion science, featuring India's first Detonation Tube Research Facility and advanced experimental setups for studying flame dynamics, soot formation, and detonation physics. His international collaborations include institutions such as Stanford University, University of Maryland, Peking University, and Beijing Institute of Technology.
Dr. Alexander Plopski is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Visual Computing, Technische Universität Graz. His research focuses on advancing augmented reality (AR) technologies, human-computer interaction (HCI), and optical display systems. He holds a PhD, M.Sc., and BSc in relevant fields. His work emphasizes perceptual optimization in AR displays, eye tracking integration, and accessibility solutions for color vision deficiencies. Key research areas include gaze-contingent AR interfaces, light field manipulation for extended reality, and multimodal interaction techniques. Notable contributions include the development of the 'guitARhero' interactive AR guitar tutorial system and studies on focal distance effects in optical see-through displays. His publications span topics from AR display calibration to gesture recognition using radar sensing. He has explored applications in industrial training, medical AR, and robotic telemanipulation. His work often bridges theoretical perceptual studies with practical system implementations, aiming to enhance user experience and accessibility in AR/VR environments.
Professor Jonathan Coleman is an Erasmus Smith's Professor of Natural and Experimental Philosophy at the Department of Physics, Trinity College Dublin. He is affiliated with the CRANN Research Institute and holds simultaneous membership in the Chemical Sciences and Physics sections of the Royal Irish Academy. His research spans materials chemistry and nanotechnology, focusing on graphene, 2D materials, and printed electronics. With 378 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like Nature and Science, his work has accumulated over 107,000 citations (h-index 123) since 2001. Recent papers analyze charge transport limitations in nanosheet networks, defect engineering strategies for 2D materials, and battery electrode performance metrics. These publications reflect his expertise in solution processing techniques and low-dimensional nanostructures. Royal Irish Academy Gold Medal (2023) Tabor Medal, Institute of Physics (2022) Advanced Materials Hall of Fame (2022) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2014-2021) Professor Coleman secures major EU funding through grants like Graphene Flagship 2D-PRINTABLE (€0.6M, 2023-2026) and HYPERSONICS (EIC Pathfinder, €0.9M, 2024-2028). He serves as Principal Investigator at CRANN while delivering invited plenary/keynote lectures at international conferences including Flatlands and Graphene23.
