جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Claudia Mössenlechnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• eLearning and Online Education
• Higher Education Management
• Leadership Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Claudia Mössenlechner is a Professor and Head of the Learning Solutions Center at Management Center Innsbruck (MCI). She has over 20 years of experience in higher education, focusing on eLearning strategies, leadership development, and quality assurance. As Head of Learning Solutions, she leads the design and implementation of online programs and curriculum development. Previously, she was Head of the MCI Language Center and a Senior Examiner for Business English at the University of Cambridge. Education: She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Alpen-Adria University (2012) and a Master's in Translation Studies from the University of Innsbruck (1995). Her teaching spans tourism management, business administration, and leadership courses both online and on-campus. Research focuses on eLearning frameworks, blended learning models, and digital transformation in education. Key areas include workforce development, assurance of learning (AOL), and international accreditation standards (AACSB, EQUIS). Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing practical applications in teaching and organizational change. Recent contributions include exploring AI's impact on academic integrity (2023), pandemic-era online teaching adaptations (2021), and disruptive trends in online education (2018). She has been recognized as CEEMAN Teacher of the Year (2024) and received an IELA Honorable Mention (2018) for ePortfolio initiatives. Leadership roles include Deputy Head of MCI's Academic Council and member of the AACSB steering group. She has mentored over 30 students in bachelor/master theses addressing leadership, tourism management, and workforce challenges. Active in professional networks like Educause and EFMD, she advocates for innovative teaching practices globally. Her work at MCI includes pioneering Austria's first distance learning program in Business Administration (2013) and leading regional ePortfolio initiatives. Current projects emphasize lifelong learning through MOOCs and digital competency frameworks.

Thomas Dierkerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Work
• Social Policy
• Nonprofit Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Dierker is a Researcher at the Department of Social Work, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® since 2022, concurrently serving as an Academic Assistant and Project Manager. He holds a Dr. phil. in Educational Science (Free University of Berlin, ongoing) and completed a Master of Arts in Social Work, Social Policy & Management (MCI, 2020). His research focuses on digitalization challenges in social organizations, AI applications in social work, and participatory methodologies. He has led a major research project (2021-2025) funded by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) on digital solutions for social welfare planning. Education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Social and Organizational Pedagogy (Hildesheim University, 2017) and graduate school participation in Transnational Social Support (2016-2017). He teaches BA programs in Social Work and Social, Health & Public Management at MCI. Active in professional networks such as the European Educational Research Association and German Society for Social Work (DGSA), he presents at international conferences on topics like AI ethics in social work and organizational pedagogy. His supervised bachelor's theses explore innovative methods like Theatre of the Oppressed, circus pedagogy, and skateboarding as empowerment tools in social work. Professional training includes Change Management (MCI, 2024) and University Didactics (Austrian UoAS, 2021).

• Formal Methods
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Temporal Logic
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eleonora Nesterini is a PreDoc Researcher at TU Wien's Faculty of Informatics, specializing in Cyber-Physical Systems. She is affiliated with the E191-01 department and involved in the ProbInG project (2020–2025). Her research focuses on formal methods for system verification, particularly mining temporal logic specifications and applying them to safety-critical systems. She holds an ORCID identifier: 0000-0002-1229-5331 . Her work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in predictive safety monitoring and multi-class classification systems. Recent projects include developing tools like ShapeIt for automated specification generation and analyzing hyperproperties in cyber-physical systems. Eleonora's research has been published in venues such as ACM Transactions on Embedded Computing Systems and Runtime Verification conferences. She actively contributes to advancing formal methods through interdisciplinary approaches combining machine learning and temporal logic frameworks.

• Operations Research
• Logistics Optimization
• Combinatorial Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias Prandtstetter is an External Lecturer in the Department of Logic and Computation at TU Wien. His research focuses on optimization in logistics, transportation systems, and combinatorial problems. He has contributed to projects such as Algorithmic Discrete Optimization (EU-funded 2004–2008) and MyITS (2011–2013). His work integrates metaheuristics, integer programming, and semantic technologies to address challenges in warehouse logistics, home healthcare scheduling, and document reconstruction. Education: PhD in Hybrid Optimization Methods, TU Wien (2009) Diploma in Exact and Heuristic Methods for Car Sequencing, TU Wien (2005) Research interests include: Logistics optimization Metaheuristics and hybrid algorithms Multi-modal routing systems Document reconstruction from shredded fragments Production scheduling and car sequencing Key projects: Algorithmic Discrete Optimization (EU, 2004–2008) MyITS: Semantically Enriched Multi-Modal Routing (2011–2013) ASP and HEX-Programme (2008–2015) His research has addressed practical applications like cooperative delivery systems, spare parts warehouse routing, and cross-cut document reconstruction. Advising & grants: Supervised 8 students in optimization-related theses Received EU funding for Algorithmic Discrete Optimization Labs/teams: Active in TU Wien's operations research and logistics research groups, collaborating on projects involving semantic technologies and combinatorial optimization.

Martin Rienerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Automated Theorem Proving
• Higher-Order Logic
• Formal Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martin Riener is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Theory and Logic, Faculty of Informatics, TU Wien. His research focuses on automated theorem proving, higher-order logic, and formal methods. He contributes to the GAPT framework for proof theory and collaborates on the Vampire theorem prover. He has worked on projects like CERESω cut-elimination and TLAPM for TLA+. Education: PhD (2017) and MSc (2011) in Computer Science from TU Wien. Research projects include an Austrian Science Fund (FWF) project (2010–2012) on proof-theoretic applications of CERES. Teaching includes courses on programming fundamentals, digital systems, and formal modeling. He is involved in outreach activities explaining computer science concepts through unplugged activities for diverse age groups. Software contributions include GAPT, Vampire, and TLAPS. Contactable via three email addresses and ORCID: 0000-0001-8836-7808 .

• Automated Reasoning
• Formal Methods
• Theorem Proving
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Johannes Schoisswohl is a PreDoc Researcher at TU Wien's Department of Formal Methods in Systems Engineering. His research focuses on automated reasoning, theorem proving, and formal methods in computer science. He is involved in projects such as ForSmart (2023–2027) and SFB SPyCoDe (2023–2026), exploring topics like quantifier elimination, unification algorithms, and decision procedures for arithmetic systems. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in automated deduction and formal verification. Education: Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.) and Bachelor of Science (BSc). His academic contributions include seminal papers on conflict-driven quantifier elimination (VIRAS framework), superposition-based reasoning with delayed unification, and inductive benchmarks for automated systems. His research emphasizes improving automated reasoning tools for real-world verification challenges. Notable projects include contributions to the ALASCA system for quantified linear arithmetic and the development of reflection-based techniques for automating induction. His publications span conferences like CADE, LPAR, and CICM, showcasing advancements in formal methods and logic-based AI.

Ricard Parrilla Guixمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Marketing
• Mental Health Representation
• Media Accessibility
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ricard Parrilla Guix is a Senior Lecturer at Salzburg University of Applied Sciences in the Department of Business and Tourism. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Digitization & Responsibility, Fundamentals of Marketing, Branding, and Digital Communication. His research focuses on digital media's impact on society, particularly in mental health representation, accessibility, and social business models. Dr. Parrilla Guix investigates how media representations influence societal perceptions and develops educational interventions to combat stigma. His recent work explores digital accessibility frameworks and inclusive curriculum design for higher education institutions across Europe. Analysis of his scholarly output reveals consistent focus on: Media's role in shaping attitudes toward mental health Accessibility standards and training methodologies Comparative analysis of European media ecosystems Social marketing and ethical business models

• High Performance Computing
• MPI Programming
• Parallel Algorithms
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ioannis Vardas is a Researcher in Parallel Computing at TU Wien's Faculty of Informatics. His work focuses on optimizing high-performance computing systems through advanced process mapping, MPI programming, and performance analysis tools. Key research areas: Topology-aware process mapping for HPC MPI library development and optimization Performance profiling of parallel applications Resource allocation in hierarchical architectures Energy-efficient parallel computing He contributes to projects improving MPI performance tools and develops methods for efficient resource utilization in supercomputing environments.

• Algorithms
• Constraint Programming
• SAT Solving
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Florentina Voboril is a Research Fellow in the Algorithms and Complexity group at Technische Universität Wien. Her research explores how Large Language Models can solve Constraint Programming instances efficiently, with additional focus on SAT-solving and algorithm design. She investigates applications of AI in combinatorial optimization problems and develops innovative approaches to algorithmic challenges. Voboril has developed methods for SAT-based local improvement in string problems and generates streamlining constraints using LLMs. Her work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in computational biology and AI-assisted programming.

• Pediatrics
• Childhood Obesity
• Adolescent Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gabriel Torbahn is a researcher at the Klinikum Nürnberg specializing in pediatric obesity , adolescent health , and nutritional therapy . His work focuses on evidence-based guidelines, anti-obesity medications, and dietary interventions for cardiovascular risk reduction. Research Themes : Systematic reviews, meta-analysis, drug therapy, and obesity management in children/adolescents. Awards : Rising Scientist Award (2023), multiple poster prizes (2014), travel grants (EASO, 2024). Peer Review : Active reviewer for journals like Obesity Reviews , PLOS ONE , and Pediatric Obesity . His recent publications highlight trends in anti-obesity pharmacology , systematic evidence mapping , and digital health tools for premature infant growth monitoring.

• Pediatrics
• Neurosurgery
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Roman Patrick Metzger is a Professor at the University of Salzburg's University Clinic for Pediatric and Adolescent Surgery. His research focuses on pediatric neurosurgery, advanced imaging techniques, and child health care systems. He has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications since 1999. Key Research Areas: Hydrocephalus treatment, neuronavigation, MRI applications, and early childhood intervention programs. Collaborations: Works with institutions like Salzburg University Hospital and international journals such as Child's Nervous System and Clinical Pediatrics . His recent work emphasizes improving surgical outcomes through intraoperative imaging and developing screening protocols for family psychosocial stress.

• Vocational Education
• Educational Technology
• Blended Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Silvia Dreer is a Professor at the Upper Austrian University of Education (PH-OÖ) , affiliated with the Institute for Vocational Education and Training . She specializes in integrating technology into vocational pedagogy, focusing on Blended Learning , Media Education , and Industry 4.0 curriculum adaptations. Her work spans teaching, research, and Austria-wide pilot studies on digitalization in education. Education: PhD in Educational Technology (University of Duisburg-Essen, 2008); Master’s in Business Administration/E-Learning (WWEDU Worldwide Education, 2010). Research Interests: Silvia Dreer’s research emphasizes technology’s role in vocational training, including Interactive Multimedia , Curriculum Development , and Self-Directed Learning . She leads Austria-wide studies on Industry 4.0’s impact on technical college curricula and develops Blended Learning frameworks using MS Teams and Zoom. Publications & Trends: Her 15 most recent articles focus on Vocational Education and Technology Integration , with subfields like Media Didactics , Connectivist Learning , and Curriculum Modernization . These works highlight evolving digital tools in pedagogy and their alignment with industry needs. Scientific Awards: 2012: Forscherinnen-Award for Konnektivistisches Lernen mit Web 2.0 (Upper Austria Research). Advising & Grants: She advises on Blended Learning and E-learning projects, contributing to Online Campus Virtuelle PH and E-Didaktik training. Grants include Austria-wide pilot funding for Industry 4.0 curriculum research.

Helene Feichterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Student perspective in school and educational research
• School and teaching development
• Participatory evaluation research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Helene Feichter serves as Professor for Continuing Education with a focus on school and teaching development and Head of the Institute for Continuing Education and School Development at the University of Education Upper Austria since 2019 and 2022 respectively. Her leadership spans institutional strategy, research direction, and national educational initiatives in Austrian teacher training and school reform. Her academic credentials include a BEd in Special Education (2010-2016) from Kirchlich Pädagogische Hochschule Wien/Krems and Graz, a PhD in Education (2008-2013) from the University of Vienna, and a Mag.phil. in Education (2002-2008) with specializations in school and vocational pedagogy. Additional qualifications include the SCOL Certificate in Social Competence and Organizational Learning from Alpen-Adria University Klagenfurt. Feichter's research centers on student perspectives in educational systems, employing participatory action research to investigate school development processes. Her work critically examines how institutional structures constrain student participation while developing methodological frameworks for authentic youth engagement in school improvement. She pioneers approaches to democratizing educational research through student-led inquiry and co-constructed evaluation models. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2014-2022) reveals consistent focus on Austrian school reform implementation, particularly the Neue Mittelschule initiative. Her scholarship bridges educational theory and practice through longitudinal evaluations of teacher training programs, with strong emphasis on qualitative methodologies and organizational barriers to participatory change. Recurring themes include power dynamics in educational settings and epistemological challenges in student-centered research. Theodor Körner Prize for Science and Art (2012) for dissertation research Feichter has directed major national evaluations including the "Reading in All Subjects" teacher training series and the Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Intervention Research. Her grant portfolio demonstrates sustained funding from Austrian educational authorities for school development projects, with particular emphasis on building evaluation capacity within schools. She actively mentors researchers through supervising doctoral candidates and coordinating collaborative projects across universities. As head of her institute, Feichter leads teams focused on quality management in school systems and continuing education design. Her work with the NOESIS project established participatory evaluation frameworks now embedded in Austrian school development practices, while current initiatives center on institutionalizing quality assurance mechanisms through the "Qualitätsmanagement in Schulen" program.

Katharina Hirschenhauserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Biology
• Zoology
• Biology Didactics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katharina Hirschenhauser is a University Professor of Biology specializing in behavioral biology and zoology within secondary school teacher training programs at the University of Education Upper Austria (Pädagogische Hochschule OÖ) since 2012. She completed her habilitation at the University of Vienna in 2013 and maintains a lecturing position there since 2005. Her academic journey includes significant research positions at the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology (2009-2011), the Konrad Lorenz Research Station, and the Instituto Superior de Psicología Aplicada in Lisbon. Her research spans multiple interconnected domains with primary focus on biophilia and the educational applications of animals in school settings, stress physiology and resilience in educational contexts, and biology didactics with emphasis on effective science teaching methodologies. Early work focused on hormonal patterns in birds (particularly geese and quails), examining testosterone dynamics and social behavior. This foundation in behavioral endocrinology evolved into studies on human-animal interactions in educational settings and the physiological aspects of learning and stress in school environments. Professor Hirschenhauser's scholarly contributions reveal consistent integration of biological research with educational practice. Her recent work emphasizes citizen science approaches in primary education, children's relationships with animals in school contexts, and stress physiology research with direct educational applications. She serves as an Advisory Editor for Acta Ethologica (Springer Verlag), contributing to the scholarly discourse in ethology. 'For Women in Science' award (2012) from L'Oréal Österreich and the Austrian Academy of Sciences 'Focus of Excellence' from the Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Vienna (2010-2012) 'Niko Tinbergen Preis' from the Ethological Society (2010) Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship (2009) Professor Hirschenhauser has supervised numerous students through their academic journeys and has been involved in significant research grants related to science education, human-animal interactions in schools, and citizen science projects. Her work on the Waldrapp (northern bald ibis) project exemplifies her integration of conservation biology with educational initiatives, engaging school children as citizen scientists in monitoring endangered species. She leads research groups focused on biology education, with particular attention to how exposure to living nature affects children's conceptual understanding and emotional development.

• Educational Sciences
• Classroom Management
• Teacher Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Alexandra is a Professor at the Department of Elementary and Primary Education at the Upper Austria University of Teacher Education (PH OÖ). Their work focuses on educational sciences, classroom management, and teacher training, with an emphasis on mentoring and coaching methodologies. They have contributed to numerous publications exploring feedback mechanisms, student motivation, and the professionalization of educators. Research interests include the integration of practical pedagogical approaches with theoretical frameworks, the psychological dimensions of teaching and learning, and the development of effective teacher training programs. Recent work highlights collaborative learning strategies, the role of feedback in educational settings, and the impact of teacher behavior on student well-being. Publications span conference presentations, journal articles, and edited book chapters, addressing topics such as classroom management in teacher education, the interplay between student self-worth and mental health, and the implementation of standardized feedback tools in professional development. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though their contributions to educational research and pedagogy are notable. Professional activities include leading academic initiatives, supervising educational projects, and collaborating on national and international studies.