Andrew T. Duchowski is a Professor at Clemson University, specializing in Eye Tracking Methodology, Human-Computer Interaction, and Computer Graphics. His work spans over two decades with significant contributions to gaze-based interaction systems, foveated rendering, and cognitive load measurement. He authored three editions of the influential textbook Eye Tracking Methodology (Springer, 2003/2007/2017). Duchowski's research integrates eye movement analysis with applications in virtual reality, medical imaging (e.g., colonography viewers), and aviation safety. He actively collaborates with institutions globally and serves on editorial boards for journals like Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction . His recent projects include developing real-time gaze analytics pipelines and exploring entropy-based metrics for visual attention analysis. Publications (selected 15 recent): Focus on advancing gaze interaction in immersive environments, optimizing 3D visualization, and measuring cognitive load through pupillary activity and microsaccades. Key co-authors include Krzysztof Krejtz, Matias Volonte, and Donald House.
Christian Eichhorn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Technical University of Munich, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality applications. His research primarily focuses on developing serious games and immersive technologies for healthcare, education, and older adults. He has established a strong collaborative network, particularly with David A. Plecher and Gudrun Klinker, resulting in numerous publications in top HCI and VR venues. Dr. Eichhorn's research interests center around creating accessible and engaging technology applications. His work demonstrates particular expertise in developing serious games for various educational purposes (language learning, history education), healthcare applications (rehabilitation, dementia care), and technologies specifically designed for older adults. His research combines technical innovation in AR/VR systems with practical applications addressing real-world challenges in healthcare and education. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of immersive technologies. His work spans educational tools for programming and language learning, healthcare applications for rehabilitation and clinical training, and specialized technologies for older adults. The research demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, bridging computer science with healthcare, education, and gerontology. His technical contributions include innovations in AR/VR system design, collaborative environments, and novel interaction techniques. Dr. Eichhorn has been actively involved in organizing workshops and contributing to major conferences in the VR/AR field, including IEEE VR and ISMAR. His collaborative approach is evident in his extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple institutions. His laboratory work focuses on developing practical AR/VR applications, with particular emphasis on creating systems that bridge virtual and physical experiences. Current projects include serious games for health behavior change, rehabilitation assessment tools using wearable sensors, and social VR environments for older adults.
Prof. Dr. Klaus-Dieter Drüen serves as a University Professor at the Faculty of Law of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, where he holds the Chair of German, European and International Tax Law and Public Law. His academic leadership extends across multiple research centers and educational programs focused on tax legislation and public law frameworks. Research Center for European and International Tax Law Library for German Tax Law Center for Digitalization of Tax Law at LMU (LMUDigiTax) Association for International Taxes and Finance Munich eV Professor Drüen's research interests span the complex intersection of tax legislation with constitutional frameworks, European integration, and international legal standards. His work examines how digital transformation impacts traditional tax systems while maintaining constitutional protections. He investigates the evolving relationship between national tax sovereignty and supranational legal frameworks within the European Union context. His academic contributions focus on the constitutional dimensions of tax legislation, particularly examining how fundamental rights protections operate within multi-level governance systems. Professor Drüen analyzes the tension between administrative efficiency in tax collection and the protection of legitimate expectations in public law contexts. Through the BFH Moot Court and various research initiatives, Professor Drüen actively engages students in practical applications of tax law principles while fostering critical analysis of emerging challenges in tax administration and digital governance.
Dr. Maria Norkus is a Research Associate and Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at Technische Universität Berlin, affiliated with Faculty VI: Planning, Building, Environment. She specializes in Methodology and Mixed Methods in Social Research, with a focus on Social Inequality, Labor Markets, and the Sociological Analysis of Work and Welfare State dynamics. Her work critically examines projectification in academia, intersectonal inequalities, and temporary organizational structures' impacts on academic careers. She contributes to interdisciplinary research on gender equality, knowledge production, and organizational innovation in science. Research Interests: Her core areas include figurational sociology applied to spatial and organizational analysis, mixed-methods research design, and the socio-structural dimensions of inequality. She has co-authored influential works on projectification's effects on academic careers, feminist methodological critiques, and the interplay between temporary work conditions and social stratification. Labs/Teams: She serves as Scientific Coordinator at the Global Center of Spatial Methods for Urban Sustainability (SMUS), advancing interdisciplinary spatial analysis methodologies. Her publications frequently address methodological innovations and their applications to sociological questions, reflecting a commitment to bridging empirical rigor with theoretical depth.
Jan-Henrik Haunert is a Professor at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Institute of Cartography and Geoinformatics within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science. His research focuses on map generalization, geographic information systems (GIS), and optimization techniques in cartography. He has contributed to projects funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), particularly in deriving scale-dependent representations of geographic data. His work emphasizes logical consistency, semantic accuracy, and quality assessment in geospatial data processing. Key research areas include land cover map generalization, spatial data integration (e.g., volunteered geographic information), and rule-based incremental generalization. He has developed methodologies leveraging mixed-integer programming and straight skeleton algorithms for cartographic automation. His publications span peer-reviewed journals like GeoInformatica and Photogrammetrie - Fernerkundung - Geoinformation , as well as conference proceedings such as AGILE and ACM-GIS. Haunert’s contributions address challenges in geospatial data quality, including polygon simplification and river dataset matching. He has also explored applications in vehicle localization and virtual reality systems like the GeoScope for urban planning. His work bridges theoretical GIScience with practical applications in cartography and geoinformatics.
Bernhard Brehmer is a Professor of Slavic Linguistics at the University of Konstanz since 2020, holding a W3-professorship in Slavic Linguistics. He previously held academic positions at the Universities of Greifswald, Hamburg, and Tübingen, including a Juniorprofessur and W2-professorship. His research focuses on multilingualism, language attrition, heritage languages, and sociolinguistic aspects of Slavic languages. He earned his doctorate in Ostslavische Philologie from Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen in 2004 with a dissertation on politeness expressions in Russian. Brehmer has led numerous interdisciplinary research projects, including the DFG-funded 'Russian in Germany across Generations' (2021–2024) and the EU-funded 'Nachbarspracherwerb' initiative. His awards include the 2012 Junior Fellowship at FRIAS and the 2018 Sparkassen-Förderpreis for German-Polish collaboration. His scholarly contributions span monographs, edited volumes, and over 50 peer-reviewed articles. Key works include Politeness between Convention and Creativity (2009) and co-edited collections like Lost in Transmission (2020). He actively participates in academic governance, serving as director of Slavistik institutes and developing interdisciplinary programs like the Baltic Sea Region MA program. His research integrates corpus linguistics, sociolinguistics, and applied language policy, addressing contemporary issues such as minority language maintenance and digital language behavior.
Prof. Dr. Enno Bahrs is Head of the Department of Agricultural Business Management (410b) at the University of Hohenheim, Germany, where he has held a full professorship since 2008. His work is based at the Institute of Agricultural Business Management, and he plays a leading role in shaping sustainable agricultural systems through interdisciplinary research and policy engagement. His research interests lie at the intersection of agricultural economics, sustainability, and digital innovation in farming. Key areas include: Sustainable biomass production and agro-ecological transitions Climate resilience and adaptation strategies in agriculture Development of GIS-based tools for sustainability assessment Decision support systems (DSS) for farm-level climate risk management Innovations in pasture and grassland management Policy analysis in plant protection, biodiversity, and bioeconomy Although no specific publications are listed in the provided text, his involvement in multiple large-scale, interdisciplinary research projects indicates a strong and ongoing publication record in agricultural economics, environmental modeling, and sustainable land use. These projects often combine economic analysis with ecological and technological innovations. Prof. Bahrs holds several prestigious roles that reflect his scientific leadership: Scientific Advisory Board for Biodiversity and Genetic Resources at the BMEL Co-editor of the German Journal of Agricultural Economics Steering committee member of the research program 'Bioeconomy Baden-Württemberg' Member of the Senate of the University of Hohenheim Chairman of the DMK eV (German Corn Committee) Scientific Advisory Board of the National Action Plan for Plant Protection at the BMEL He has led and contributed to significant research grants and collaborative projects including NOcsPS 2.0, NBiomassBW, StressRes, KaRisMa, and GreenGrass 2.0—funded by agencies such as BMBF and BMEL. These projects involve partnerships with institutions like the Julius Kühn Institute and Georg-August University of Göttingen, demonstrating strong national collaboration. He supervises bachelor's and master's theses, following formal guidelines, though no specific students are named. His team operates within a well-structured research environment focused on translating scientific findings into practical tools for farmers, advisors, and policymakers. His research group is deeply engaged in developing integrative models and web-based tools that assess sustainability at multiple scales (field, farm, regional), support real-time monitoring of environmental stressors, and enable climate adaptation planning. Projects like GreenGrass 2.0 aim to restore ecological balance through innovative grazing systems, while others focus on pesticide-free agriculture and mineral fertilizer optimization.
Martin Diehl is a computational materials scientist affiliated with KU Leuven (Departments of Computer Science and Materials Engineering) and the Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung GmbH in Germany. His work focuses on crystal plasticity simulations, computational materials engineering, and multi-physics modeling of metallic systems. Research interests include: Crystal plasticity finite element method (CPFEM) and spectral solvers Microstructure evolution and damage mechanics Machine learning applications in materials design Development of the DAMASK simulation toolkit Multi-phase steel alloys and heterogeneous deformation Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) Key trends in his publications since 2021 highlight advancements in: Multi-physics DAMASK framework for coupled chemo-mechanical and thermal simulations AI-driven inverse design of steel microstructures Damage modeling in dual-phase steels Collaborative software development for materials science Experimental-simulation integration for stress-strain partitioning High-resolution spectral methods for finite strain analysis He actively collaborates with institutions like Harbin Institute of Technology, University of Oxford, and research groups across Europe and Asia.
Tania de León Yong is a Mexican visual artist and academic currently serving as Assistant Professor in Experimental Animation at the Academy of Media Arts Cologne (Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln) while also holding a tenured professorship at the Faculty of Arts and Design (FAD UNAM) in Mexico City. Her career spans institutions including Universitat Jaume I (Spain) and Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM). Bachelor's in Visual Arts (UNAM) Master's in Multimedia Internet Production (UPV Spain) PhD in Fine Arts (UPV Spain 2005) Master's in History of Art (UNAM) As a specialist in experimental animation theory and practice, her work explores time perception through installations and films using traditional techniques like engraving alongside emerging technologies like VR. She has exhibited in 11 solo shows and over 50 collectives across Canada, Germany, Mexico, and other countries. Key publications include 2020 research on VR drawing and 2017 analyses of Kentridge/Yamamura's work. Her 2018 award-winning Chronography series investigates temporal structures through animation loops and interactive installations. Grants include PAPIME UNAM for VR environments and PECDAT 2019 for artistic books. Scientific Awards: 2013 National Acknowledgment for Young Academic (UNAM) 2018 International Silent Film Festival Experimental Prize She has mentored over 25 animation students in postgraduate programs and developed educational media for Mexico's National University Open Learning platform. Her research bridges traditional media like etching with digital innovation, focusing on expanded animation formats and temporal storytelling.
Nina Otter serves as a Computational and Applied Mathematics Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles. She previously held a postdoctoral position in the Nonlinear Algebra group at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences (MPI MiS) through December 2018. Dr. Otter also acts as an executive editor for the open-access journal Compositionality , which commenced operations in August 2018. Her research program centers on applying algebraic topology and geometric methods to analyze complex-structured data. Current initiatives include developing topological signatures for galactic morphology classification and implementing persistent homology techniques for climate data interpretation. She maintains active theoretical interests in category-theoretic approaches to group finiteness properties, bridging abstract mathematics with real-world applications across astrophysics and environmental science. Dr. Otter's primary research affiliation was with the Nonlinear Algebra group at MPI MiS during her postdoctoral tenure (2017-2018), where she contributed to interdisciplinary projects connecting pure mathematics with data science. Her editorial work at Compositionality establishes her role in advancing research on compositional structures in mathematical sciences, reflecting her commitment to open-access scholarly communication.
Dr. Kristin Knipfer is a Senior Research Fellow at the TUM School of Management and Executive Director of the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning . Her research focuses on leadership as a catalyst for organizational learning and innovation, examining how leaders influence team dynamics in academic, entrepreneurial, and corporate settings. Leadership development in academia and business Organizational learning mechanisms Knowledge management systems Digital transformation in leadership education Her recent publications explore leader identity construal, narcissistic leadership impacts, and team reflection processes. She has received multiple awards including the TUM Digital Innovations in Management Education Award and the Richard A. Swanson Research Excellence Award nomination. She leads evidence-based leadership programs for academic leaders and has co-developed digital tools like the TUM Leadership Toolbox and EMMA digital leadership coach. Her work bridges theory and practice through collaborations with institutions like the Vienna University of Economics and Business.
Prof. Dr. Ursula Klingmüller is a Professor at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg and Head of the Division Systems Biology of Signal Transduction (B200) at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Heidelberg since 2007. She holds a Venia Legendi in Cell Biology (Heidelberg University, 2004) and Molecular Biology & Genetics (University of Freiburg, 2000). Her career spans leadership roles in systems biology, integrating computational and experimental approaches to understand cellular signaling networks in cancer and other diseases. Education: Diploma in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Virology (University of Heidelberg, 1988) Bachelor of Science (University of Bayreuth, 1985) Doctoral Thesis in Molecular Biology (Heidelberg University, 1992) Research Interests focus on systems biology approaches to signal transduction, particularly the JAK2/STAT5, AKT/ERK, and TGF-β pathways, their roles in cell proliferation, cancer invasion, and dynamic threshold regulation. Her work emphasizes computational modeling of signaling networks and their integration with clinical applications in precision medicine. Key Scientific Contributions include elucidating the context-specific dynamics of ERK phosphorylation, defining the regulatory roles of BAMBI in TGF-β signaling, and advancing personalized dose prediction models for erythropoietin therapies. Her publications reflect interdisciplinary research bridging molecular mechanisms with quantitative modeling. Scientific Awards: FEBS Anniversary Prize (1997) DAAD-Fellowship (1986) DFG-Research Fellowship (1993-1994) Election to the German Ethics Council (2016) Labs & Teams include the Systems Biology of Signal Transduction division at DKFZ, collaborations with the German Cancer Research Center, and leadership in the Master Program Molecular Biosciences at Heidelberg University. She also serves on editorial boards, including as Associate Editor for Nature Systems Biology and Applications , and chairs the Executive Women's Initiative at DKFZ.
Hilário Alencar is a full Professor at the Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), affiliated with the Institute of Mathematics. He holds significant leadership roles, including Coordinator of the Center for Research in Computational Mathematics (CPMAT/UFAL) and President of the Commission for Monitoring and Evaluation of the Management Contract (MCTI/IMPA). Previously, he served as President of the Brazilian Mathematical Society (2009–2013; 2015–2017) and Provost of Graduate Studies and Research at UFAL (1995–2000). His research focuses on Differential Geometry , particularly hypersurfaces, curvature flows, and geometric analysis, with additional interests in mathematics education for basic education. He co-founded the PROFMAT national professional master's program in mathematics. Alencar has advised 3 doctoral and 21 master's students, emphasizing geometric analysis and applied mathematics. His recent publications (2014–2025) explore rigidity theorems, self-shrinkers, and geometric inequalities in Riemannian manifolds. Awards and Honors: Order of Scientific Merit (Commander and Grand Cross classes) University Merit Medal (UFAL 45 years) FAPEAL Merit Commendation Honorary Member of the Brazilian Mathematical Society Full Member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) He leads the Computational Mathematics Research Center (CPMAT) and has coordinated major projects funded by CNPq, CAPES, and FINEP, strengthening mathematical infrastructure and education in Brazil.
Prof. Dr. Marcus Hasselhorn is Acting Director at DIPF | Leibniz Institute for Educational Research and Information and serves as a professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at Goethe University Frankfurt's Department 05 Psychology & Sports Science . His career spans over 25 years of leadership roles in educational research, including geschäftsführender Direktor (2012-2019) at DIPF and speaker of the Hessian LOEWE Center IDeA (2008-2019). Professor of Psychology (2007-present) at DIPF Former Director roles (2012-2019) and ongoing Scientific Board membership Leadership in Leibniz Research Network Bildungspotenziale (2013-2025) Research focuses on the ontogenesis of learning prerequisites , learning disorders , and educational diagnostics , particularly examining individual development and adaptive education for at-risk children. His recent work includes computerized learning assessment systems ( LONDI , iLearn ), language acquisition interventions ( BiSS-Transfer ), and inclusive education frameworks ( INCLASS ). Scientific engagement includes: President of German Psychological Society (2006-2008) Editorial leadership in Zeitschrift für Erziehungswissenschaft (2017-2024) Scientific Board member at IDeA Center (2008-present) Advisory roles in Mercator Institute (2013-present) and Kassel University Council (2010-present) Active in developing diagnostic tools like the Frostig Developmental Test of Visual Perception-3 and leading the BRISE initiative for early childhood education. Current projects address neurobehavioral development ( ReAL ), mental health in schools ( Mentale Gesundheit ), and language acquisition ( TRIO ).
Martina Keilbach is a Research Associate at Leipzig University, affiliated with the Global and European Studies Institute (Leipzig Research Center Global Dynamics) and the Research Institute for Social Cohesion. She currently serves as academic coordinator of the Graduate School for Global and Area Studies since 2016 and heads the career development program at the Research Institute for Social Cohesion since 2020. Her educational background includes a doctorate (magna cum laude) in Comparative Cultural and Social History from Leipzig University (2009), preceded by studies in Sociology and German Studies at Leipzig University (1995-1999) and Heidelberg University (1991-1995). Dr. Keilbach's research centers on the social and cultural history of modern Europe, with emphasis on welfare state evolution and gender dynamics. Her work bridges historical analysis and sociological theory to examine European societal transformations, particularly focusing on institutional development and identity formation within transnational contexts. She has supervised doctoral programs in humanities and social sciences at Leipzig University since 2002, contributing significantly to graduate education through her leadership in the Graduate School for Global and Area Studies and Research Institute for Social Cohesion. Her administrative roles focus on enhancing academic career pathways and fostering interdisciplinary research collaboration.
