جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Wei Sunمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Power System Restoration
• Self-healing Smart Grid
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wei Sun is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida, where he also serves as the Director of the Siemens Digital Grid Lab. His research focuses on power system restoration, self-healing smart grids, cyber-physical security, and renewable energy integration. Dr. Sun received his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 2011, and his M.S. and B.S. from Tianjin University in 2007 and 2004, respectively. Prior to joining UCF, he was an Assistant Professor at South Dakota State University (2013-2015), a power system engineer at Alstom Grid (2011-2012), a visiting scholar at the University of Hong Kong (2011), and an intern at California Independent System Operator (2010). His research interests include: Power System Restoration and Self-healing Smart Grid Resilient and Secure Critical Infrastructure Cyber-Physical Systems Renewable Energy and Microgrid Distributed Energy Resources Integration Dr. Sun's recent publications demonstrate strong focus on cyber-physical security in power systems, distributed energy resource integration, and resilient grid operations. His work shows increasing emphasis on AI and machine learning applications for grid security and resilience, particularly in the context of high renewable penetration. His notable scientific awards include: Microsoft Software Engineering Innovation Foundation Award (2014) Best Paper Award, 2019 IEEE PES ISGT Asia Mentor of the Year, UCF Graduate Student Association (2019) Dr. Sun has successfully secured multiple research grants totaling millions of dollars from agencies including the US Department of Energy, National Science Foundation, Florida Center for Cybersecurity, and Microsoft. He currently serves as PI or Co-PI on several major projects including "Secure and Resilient Operations Using Open-Source Distributed Systems Platform (OpenDSP)" funded by the Department of Energy. He leads the Siemens Digital Grid Laboratory at UCF, which is equipped with utility-grade software and hardware including Spectrum Power Microgrid Management System, Power System Simulator for Engineering, and Siemens Distribution Feeder Automation. The lab provides capabilities for both software modeling and hardware-in-the-loop testing of power systems.

Maarten de Hoopمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seismic Wave Analysis
• Inverse Problems
• Deep Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maarten de Hoop is the Simons Chair and Professor of Computational and Applied Mathematics at Rice University, part of the George R. Brown School of Engineering. He holds visiting roles at MIT and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research spans seismic wave analysis, inverse problems, deep learning, and planetary seismology. He earned his Ph.D. in Technical Sciences from Delft University of Technology (1992), and earlier degrees from Utrecht University. Notable awards include the 1996 J. Clarence Karcher Award and 2001 Fellowship from the Institute of Physics. His work integrates computational mathematics with geophysics, focusing on extracting signal information from large datasets, developing novel inverse scattering methods, and applying deep learning to geoscience challenges. Recent studies include transformer models for in-context learning, semialgebraic neural networks, and seismic waveform foundation models like SeisLM. He leads the Geo-Mathematical Imaging Group, fostering interdisciplinary projects in planetary missions and data-driven discovery.

Harri Lähdesmäkiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Probabilistic Machine Learning
• Deep Generative Models
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Harri Lähdesmäki is an Associate Professor (tenured) at the Department of Computer Science, Aalto University, where he leads the Computational Systems Biology research group. His work focuses on probabilistic machine learning and deep generative models with applications in biomedicine and molecular biology. Key Research Interests: Probabilistic machine learning, deep generative models, computational biology, bioinformatics, longitudinal data modeling Contact: harri.lahdesmaki@aalto.fi | Konemiehentie 2, 02150 Espoo, Finland His recent publications highlight advancements in: Gaussian process priors for scalable deep generative models Single-cell analysis of immune repertoires in leukemia and diabetes Probabilistic deconvolution methods for RNA-seq data Epigenetic analysis using hidden Markov and mixed models Transformer-based survival prediction and missing data handling Harri’s work integrates mechanistic modeling with Bayesian inference, particularly applied to immunology, cancer biology, and early disease prediction.

Ehsan Abbasnejadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Natural Language Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ehsan Abbasnejad is an Associate Professor at Monash University's Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and holds adjunct positions at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML, University of Adelaide) and the Centre for Augmented Reasoning (CAR). He specializes in foundational AI, focusing on vision-language tasks, adversarial machine learning, and reinforcement learning. His work bridges theory with real-world applications in agriculture, energy, healthcare, and sports. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Australian National University (ANU). Research Interests: Machine Learning Theory and Adversarial Defenses Neural Network Robustness and Generalization Multimodal Learning (Vision-Language) Continual and Transfer Learning Applications in Energy, Healthcare, and Robotics Awards: Finalist for Australian AI Academic/Researcher of the Year (2024) Multidisciplinary competition wins (e.g., OzMineral Explorer Challenge) Advising & Grants: Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project on Reinforcement Learning CSIRO's Next Generation Graduate Fund Accepting PhD students in foundational AI and applications Labs & Teams: Director of Foundational Machine Learning & Reasoning at Monash, leading global teams in AI competitions and industry collaborations (Microsoft Research, NEC Labs America).

Alfred O. Hero, IIIمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Science
• Statistical Machine Learning
• Distributed Optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alfred O. Hero, III is the John H. Holland Distinguished University Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the R. Jamison and Betty Williams Professor of Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He is currently on leave from the University of Michigan as a Program Director in the CISE Directorate at the National Science Foundation. His primary appointment is in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), with secondary appointments in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Statistics. He is also affiliated with the UM Center for Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics (CCMB), the UM Graduate Program in Applied and Interdisciplinary Mathematics (AIM), the UM Applied Physics Program, and the Michigan Institute for Data Science (MIDAS), which he co-founded from 2015-2018. Hero's research focuses on data science, developing theory and algorithms for multimodality data collection, fusion, analysis and visualization that use statistical machine learning and distributed optimization. His work has applications in wearable technologies for personalized health and predictive medicine, spatio-temporal networks in biology, climate, and social discourse, anomaly detection, and data analysis for international security. His recent research interests include high dimensional spatio-temporal data analysis, multimodal data integration, statistical signal processing, and machine learning, with particular emphasis on predictive mathematical models for biological and physical sciences, social networks, network security and forensics, and personalized health and disease. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on high-dimensional statistical methods, contrastive learning, neural network optimization, change detection in temporal graphs, and applications in microbiome analysis and epidemic modeling. The research spans theoretical foundations in information theory and statistical learning while addressing practical applications across multiple domains. Scientific Awards: IEEE Signal Processing Society Best Paper Award (1998) Best Original Paper Award from Journal of Flow Cytometry (2008) Best Magazine Paper Award from IEEE Signal Processing Society (2010) SPIE Best Student Paper Award (2011) IEEE ICASSP Best Student Paper Award (2011) IEEE Signal Processing Society Technical Achievement Award (2014) IEEE Signal Processing Society Society Award (2015) IEEE Fourier Award (2020) University of Michigan Distinguished Faculty Achievement Award (2011) Hero has advised over 60 PhD students and 30 postdocs in areas including modeling, computation, and inference for large scale time varying data in the biosciences. He has received significant research funding from the Department of Energy, Army Research Office, Air Force Office of Scientific Research, and National Science Foundation. He has held leadership positions including President of the IEEE Signal Processing Society (2006-2007), Director of Division IX (Signals and Applications) on the IEEE Board of Directors (2009-2011), and Chair of the Committee on Applied and Theoretical Statistics of the US National Academies (2018-2020).

• Numerical Modeling
• Computational Simulation
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Ng Teng Yong is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (NTU), specializing in numerical modeling and simulation. With a background as Research Manager at A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing, his work spans materials science, nanotechnology, and aerospace engineering. Current focus on graphene-based desalination membranes Expertise in molecular dynamics simulations Investigates nanoscale fluid mechanics and structural dynamics Recent publications highlight advancements in energy-efficient electrodialysis, smart robotics, and nonlinear vibration analysis. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational methods with experimental validation in additive manufacturing and soft material mechanics.

Xiang Jiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistical Phylogenetics
• Bioinformatics
• Viral Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xiang Ji is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Tulane University, affiliated with the School of Science & Engineering. His research focuses on statistical phylogenetics, computational biology, and bioinformatics, particularly in viral evolution and genomic epidemiology. He collaborates with Dr. Wu-Min Deng on cancer biology research from a bioinformatics perspective. Education: Ph.D., 2017: Bioinformatics and Statistics (Co-Major), North Carolina State University M.S., 2013: Material Science and Engineering, North Carolina State University B.S., 2011: Economics (Double Major) and Physics, Peking University Research Interests: Dr. Ji develops statistical models and computational tools for phylogenetic analysis, including scalable algorithms for large-scale genomic data. His work spans viral evolution, zoonotic disease surveillance, and parallel computing libraries for Bayesian inference. He emphasizes practical implementations such as Torchtree and TreeFlow . Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize viral evolution dynamics (e.g., SARS-CoV-2, avian influenza), genomic surveillance strategies, and computational methods for phylogenetic inference. His work often bridges statistical theory with real-world applications in public health and epidemiology. Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not listed, his active research program indicates involvement in funding initiatives related to computational biology and viral evolution. He teaches advanced courses in data analysis, linear models, and probability theory. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with Tulane’s Cancer Biology group and maintains partnerships with institutions globally, focusing on genomic epidemiology and phylogenetic software development.

• Computer Hardware
• FPGA Acceleration
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor Wayne Luk is a Professor of Computer Engineering at the Department of Computing, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. He leads the Programming Languages and Systems Section and the Custom Computing Research Group, and directs the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in High-performance Embedded and Distributed Systems and the Centre for Advanced Financial Engineering. He previously served as a Visiting Professor at Stanford University from 2006 to 2009. His research spans FPGA acceleration, quantum computing, deep learning optimization, and algorithm-hardware co-design, with affiliations to the CRUK Convergence Science Centre and the Engineering Secure Software Systems group. His research interests include computational modeling for particle physics, causal discovery in agent-based systems, and high-throughput digital electronics. Notable contributions include FPGA-accelerated algorithms for neural networks, quantum circuit simulation, and Bayesian optimization frameworks. His work emphasizes practical applications of reconfigurable hardware in fields like medical imaging, high-energy physics, and financial systems. Professor Luk is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, IEEE, and BCS. His publications focus on advancing hardware-aware machine learning, FPGA-based acceleration techniques, and scalable design methodologies. His research bridges theoretical computer science with applied engineering, addressing challenges in real-time systems, embedded computing, and next-generation computing architectures. His academic leadership includes directing interdisciplinary centers and training programs, fostering collaboration across computing, engineering, and physics. Current projects explore quantum computing tools, causal inference systems, and high-performance graph neural networks for particle physics applications.

Markus Heinonenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Machine Learning
• Probabilistic Modeling
• Bayesian Inference
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Markus Heinonen is an Academy Research Fellow at Aalto University's Department of Computer Science within the School of Science. His academic position is tied to Harri Lähdesmäki's Professorship, focusing on probabilistic machine learning. He holds a Doctoral degree in Engineering and Technology from the University of Helsinki (2013). His research integrates probabilistic modeling , deep learning , and differential equations , with applications in computational biology, drug discovery, and biophysics. Key themes include Gaussian processes, Bayesian inference, generative models, and their use in understanding complex biological systems like immune cell behavior (e.g., T cell receptor analysis in aplastic anemia) and molecular design. He leads major projects such as the Deep Learning with Differential Equations initiative (2020–2025), exploring continuous-time models and physics-informed neural networks. His work bridges theory and application, evidenced by collaborations in diffusion models , optimal transport , and single-cell analysis . Publications span over 65 peer-reviewed outputs, with recent emphases on robust neural network training, multi-target molecular prediction, and interpretable drug design frameworks. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health) through advancements in disease modeling and therapeutic development. He has undertaken visiting research roles at the University of California, San Francisco (2017) and Telecom ParisTech (2013–2014). Media highlights include recognition for work on TCR-epitope prediction and AI-driven enzyme engineering.

Andrew Riceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Programming Languages
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Rice is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology, and holds the Hassabis Fellowship in Computer Science. He is also the Director of Studies in Computer Science at Queens' College. His research focuses on programming languages, software engineering, and machine learning applications in software development. He leads projects like Isaac Computer Science and ALTA (Automated Language Teaching and Assessment), advancing adaptive learning technologies. His work includes static analysis tools such as Error Prone at Google, energy efficiency studies in computing infrastructure, and contributions to the Computing for the Future of the Planet initiative. His teaching emphasizes practical skill development through flipped classrooms and video lectures, earning him the 2014 Pilkington Prize for teaching excellence. He has held visiting roles at Google and collaborated on energy consumption research for mobile devices and data centers. His research spans systems, networking, and natural language processing, with a strong focus on applying computational methods to real-world challenges. Key Projects: Isaac Physics/Computer Science, ALTA, Error Prone Static Analysis Research Themes: Programming Languages, Machine Learning, Energy Efficiency Awards: Pilkington Prize (2014)

Bruno Felisberto Martins Ribeiroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Networking and Operating Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bruno Felisberto Martins Ribeiro is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Purdue University, joining the department in Fall 2015. His research focuses on endowing machine learning algorithms with robust invariant representations for relational and temporal data, emphasizing causal and associational tasks. Key research areas include Networking and Operating Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2010). Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 2010 Research Interests: Explores invariances in mathematics and machine learning to improve model robustness. Key topics include graph and tensor invariances, causal relationships, adversarial robustness, and applications in recommendation systems, robotics, and drug discovery. His lab’s work has advanced counterfactual task frameworks and causal reasoning in machine learning. Recent Contributions: Recent publications address zero-shot generalization in graph neural networks, causal discovery methods, and defenses against adversarial attacks. His work spans conferences like ICML, NeurIPS, and SIGCOMM. Awards: Best Paper Award at ACM CODASPY 2021 Best Paper Award at SIGMETRICS 2016 Best Paper Award at IEEE NetSciCom 2014 Advising & Students: Supervises current PhD students Beatrice Bevilacqua, Jincheng Zhou, and Yucheng Zhang, along with MSc student Ipsit Mantri. Notable former students include S Chandra Mouli (Meta), Yangze Zhou (Spotify), and Jianfei Gao (Vector Institute). Labs & Teams: Leads research in invariant representations and causal ML, collaborating with institutions like Stanford during his sabbatical. His work bridges theory and practice, impacting areas like network analysis and AI-driven healthcare.

Andrea Montanariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High-dimensional statistics
• Machine learning theory
• Statistical physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Montanari is a Professor of Mathematics and Statistics at Stanford University, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. His research focuses on high-dimensional statistics, machine learning theory, optimization algorithms, and statistical physics, with applications to neural networks and complex systems. He has contributed extensively to understanding generalization in overparametrized models, spin glass theory, and algorithmic methods like approximate message passing. His work bridges theoretical computer science and mathematical physics, addressing challenges in data analysis and learning from high-dimensional datasets. Notable themes include analyzing neural network dynamics, optimizing high-dimensional landscapes, and developing efficient algorithms for sparse and low-rank matrix estimation. Montanari’s publications explore topics such as the interplay between statistical and computational limits, the behavior of gradient-based methods, and the theoretical foundations of modern machine learning. His recent research demonstrates a focus on fundamental questions in learning theory, including the study of phase transitions in statistical estimation, the role of overparametrization in generalization, and the mathematical underpinnings of contemporary algorithms. While no specific awards are listed here, his contributions reflect significant impact in interdisciplinary fields.

Tamás Budaváriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Statistics
• Bayesian Inference
• Astronomy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tamás Budavári is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), with joint appointments in Physics and Astronomy and a secondary appointment in Computer Science. He is affiliated with the Whiting School of Engineering and the Institute for Data-Intensive Engineering and Science (IDIES). His research focuses on computational and statistical methods for big data in astronomy and interdisciplinary applications such as urban blight analysis. Education: PhD in Astrophysics (2001), Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest Master’s in Theoretical Physics (1997), Eötvös Loránd University Research Interests: Budavári develops algorithms for handling large astronomical datasets, including Bayesian inference, streaming algorithms, and GPU-accelerated processing. His work includes SkyQuery (an online astronomy data tool), photometric redshift estimation, and cross-matching catalogs. He also applies computational methods to urban planning, such as optimizing strategies to address vacant housing in Baltimore City. Publications & Tools: Budavári’s recent work spans topics like deep learning for astronomical image restoration, combinatorial optimization for urban policy, and probabilistic catalog matching. His tools, such as CUDAHM and NWAY, enable scalable analysis of multi-epoch survey data and N-way catalog cross-identification. Awards & Grants: Recipient of the Gordon and Betty Moore Fellowship and SAMSI Research Fellowship Funded by NSF, STScI, NIH, and others Leadership & Outreach: He serves on the Steering Committee of the 21st Centuries Cities Initiative and is a founding editor of the Journal of Astronomy and Computing. His interdisciplinary work bridges astrophysics, data science, and urban systems.

• Multiscale Modeling
• Multiphysics Modeling
• Biophysics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

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.

Esteban G. Tabakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Dynamics
• Data Science
• Optimal Transport
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Esteban G. Tabak is a Professor of Mathematics at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from MIT (1992) and a Hydraulic Engineer degree from the University of Buenos Aires (1988). His research spans fluid dynamics, data science, and optimization, with notable contributions to optimal transport theory, atmospheric and ocean modeling, and machine learning methodologies. He leads the Research and Training Group in Mathematical Modeling and Simulation at NYU. Research Interests include Data Analysis, Optimal Transport, Applied Mathematics, and Physics, particularly in fluid dynamics and geophysical flows. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications, such as sea ice dynamics, internal waves, and turbulence modeling. Publications highlight innovations in density estimation, constrained optimization, and energy spectrum analysis of oceanic internal waves. Collaborations span disciplines, including biomedical applications (e.g., heart transplant diagnostics) and climate science. His methodologies, such as dual ascent algorithms and prototypal analysis, emphasize data-driven solutions to complex systems. Teaching includes courses on partial differential equations, fluid dynamics, and mathematical modeling. His work has been supported by grants addressing stratified flows, internal wave energy spectra, and turbulent mixing.