جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Atakan Aralمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Edge Computing
• Distributed Systems
• Cloud Computing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Atakan Aral serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science, University of Vienna, where he leads research in edge computing, distributed systems, and environmental monitoring applications. His work focuses on developing efficient and resilient computing systems for environmental applications, with particular emphasis on neuromorphic edge AI and the cloud-edge continuum. He maintains an active teaching schedule offering courses in Distributed Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, and Practical Software Courses with Bachelor's Thesis work across multiple semesters through 2025. Dr. Aral's research interests span several critical areas in modern computing including edge computing architectures, federated learning approaches, neuromorphic computing for environmental monitoring, and resilient systems design. His work addresses fundamental challenges in resource-constrained environments, particularly focusing on latency-sensitive applications and energy-efficient computation. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges theoretical computer science with practical environmental applications, developing systems that can operate effectively in remote or resource-limited settings. Analysis of his recent publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from foundational cloud computing research toward increasingly specialized edge intelligence systems. Early work focused on resource allocation and scheduling in cloud environments, while his current research emphasizes neuromorphic approaches for sustainable environmental monitoring. His publications demonstrate growing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with environmental scientists, and increasing focus on practical implementations of theoretical concepts in real-world monitoring systems. Dr. Aral leads significant research projects including TROCI (Towards Resilient Operation of Critical Infrastructure), an ongoing initiative, and SWAIN (Sustainable Watershed Management Through IoT-Driven AI), which ran from February 2021 to February 2024. His work spans multiple dimensions of computing systems, from hardware-aware algorithms to application-level implementations, with consistent contributions to major conferences and journals in distributed systems and edge computing. He is an active member of the Scientific Computing research group at the University of Vienna, working from Room 6.49 at Währinger Straße 29. His research environment includes collaboration with the Environment and Climate Research Hub, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work that bridges computer science with environmental applications. His publications indicate strong international collaboration across European institutions and research groups.

• Computer Networks
• Cybersecurity
• Distributed Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Saurabh Bagchi is a Professor at Purdue University, West Lafayette, USA. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2001). His research focuses on distributed systems security, networking, and embedded systems. Key areas include IoT security, cyber-physical systems resilience, and machine learning applications in edge computing. Bagchi's work spans theoretical and applied domains, addressing challenges in distributed algorithms, fault tolerance, and secure communication protocols. His contributions to firmware analysis, serverless computing optimization, and anomaly detection in industrial IoT systems have been widely recognized. He has published over 300 papers in top-tier conferences and journals such as IEEE Transactions on Dependable and Secure Computing, ACM Transactions on Sensor Networks, and CVPR. He collaborates with researchers in academia and industry to advance resilient networked systems, including projects funded by NSF and industrial partnerships. His lab explores cutting-edge topics like federated learning security, edge computing architectures, and game-theoretic approaches to cyber defense.

Bruno Volckaertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity
• Internet of Things
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bruno Volckaert is a Professor in the Department of Information Technology at Ghent University and Senior Researcher at imec. He obtained his Master of Computer Science (2001) and PhD in Grid Computing Resource Management (2006) from Ghent University. His research focuses on distributed cloud systems for Smart Cities and Industry 4.0 applications. Volckaert's expertise spans: Reliable distributed cloud backend systems Autonomous optimization of cloud applications Cybersecurity through machine learning IoT data processing architectures Kubernetes-based container orchestration Edge-to-cloud continuum computing His publications demonstrate strong focus on: cloud-native technologies, Kubernetes optimization, cybersecurity frameworks, and distributed AI systems. Recent work emphasizes reinforcement learning for auto-scaling, secure edge computing, and intrusion detection systems. He has contributed to over 40 national/international research projects and authored 100+ publications. Current affiliations include leadership roles in: IDLab Research Unit (Ghent University) imec Research Center

• Cryptography
• Information Security
• Authenticated Encryption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Wu Hongjun is an Associate Professor at the Division of Mathematical Sciences, School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences, Nanyang Technological University (NTU). His research focuses on cryptography and information security, with notable contributions to lightweight authenticated encryption algorithms like TinyJAMBU and ACORN, as well as cryptanalysis of stream ciphers (e.g., ZUC, HC-128) and hash functions (e.g., JH, SHA-3 candidates). His academic career includes over 15 years of contributions to cryptographic standards, IoT security frameworks, and secure cloud data management. Key areas of expertise encompass symmetric-key cryptography, algorithm design for resource-constrained devices, and vulnerability analysis of cryptographic primitives. Prof Wu has authored influential papers on authenticated encryption modes (AEGIS, MORUS), lightweight cipher optimizations (ACORN), and cryptanalysis techniques applied to Feistel networks and stream ciphers. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementations across telecommunications, IoT, and cloud computing domains.

Stavros G. Vougioukasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Robotics
• Mechanization of Specialty Crops
• Automation in Harvesting
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stavros G. Vougioukas is a Professor and Vice Chair in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on agricultural robotics, mechanization, and automation for specialty crops, with particular emphasis on robotic harvesting systems and precision agriculture technologies. He leads initiatives in developing actuator systems, perception, and control mechanisms to optimize crop management. Key areas of expertise include robotic fruit harvesting, autonomous vehicle navigation in orchards, and site-specific pest management strategies. His work integrates mechanical engineering principles with advanced automation to address labor shortages and improve agricultural efficiency. Recent projects emphasize data-driven solutions for yield estimation, worker activity analysis, and economic viability of robotic systems. Academic contributions span over 50 peer-reviewed publications (2023-2025), with a focus on robotic orchard platforms, crop transport systems, and sensor-based automation. Notable innovations include vacuum suction end-effectors for fruit harvesting and GNSS-free navigation systems for autonomous vehicles. He also explores sustainable agricultural machinery through techno-economic analyses of electric/hybrid tractors. Current research bridges robotics and agricultural economics, addressing labor cost optimization and precision irrigation. His lab collaborates with industry partners to translate prototypes into field-ready solutions, emphasizing practical applications for specialty crop production systems.

Habeeb Olufowobiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cyber-Physical System Security
• Embedded Systems Security
• IoT Security
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Habeeb Olufowobi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where he leads the Cyber-Physical System Security Lab. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Howard University (2019) and previously served as a Lecturer at Howard before joining UTA in 2020. His research is centered on the security and trustworthiness of embedded and distributed systems, particularly in the domains of autonomous vehicles, IoT, and healthcare AI. He investigates cybersecurity challenges at the hardware-software interface in real-time systems and develops AI/ML models that are transparent, explainable, and equitable. His interdisciplinary work integrates principles from cybersecurity, real-time systems, and machine learning. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in securing cyber-physical systems using advanced AI techniques, with emphasis on intrusion detection, secure communication (e.g., named data networking), and robustness of autonomous systems. His work frequently appears in top-tier venues such as IEEE Transactions, VehicleSec, and ICMLA. Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI (2012–Present) Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) (2020–Present) Habeeb has secured significant research funding, including an NIH grant on ethical AI for Chagas disease prediction and an AIM-AHEAD grant focused on health equity. He mentors several graduate students, including Paul Agbaje and Afia Anjum, who have received awards and internships at prestigious institutions like Los Alamos National Laboratory. He teaches courses in cloud computing, embedded systems, and information security, and serves as a faculty advisor for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) at UTA. His lab, the Cyber-Physical System Security Lab, focuses on developing scalable and reliable security solutions for critical infrastructure, with growing emphasis on healthcare applications and fairness in algorithmic decision-making.

Iris F.A. Visمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Design
• Sustainable Logistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Iris F.A. Vis is a Professor of Industrial Engineering at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business. She specializes in logistics and operations management, focusing on optimizing processes through quantitative and qualitative methods. Her work intersects logistics with sectors like healthcare, education, and energy. She leads major projects such as SMiLES (sustainable mobility-logistics integration) and designs logistics solutions for personalized learning systems in schools. She has advised over a dozen PhD students and collaborates with industry partners globally. Awards include Fellowship in the Netherlands Academy of Engineering. Education: M.Sc. Mathematics (Leiden University), PhD in Operations Management (Erasmus University Rotterdam) Roles: Captain of Science for Topsector Logistics, Member of multiple national advisory boards Research interests span sustainable transportation networks, port optimization, healthcare logistics, and educational logistics. Key projects include LNG supply chain design, offshore wind farm maintenance planning, and synchromodal transport networks. Over 45 peer-reviewed publications and 18 media engagements highlight her impactful contributions. Teaching includes courses on supply chain network design, technology-enabled innovation, and operations management at all academic levels. She advises on industrial partnerships and digital transformation initiatives in the Northern Netherlands region.

Lin Caiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wireless Communication
• Networking
• Green Radio Communication Networks
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lin Cai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology, serving as Director of Graduate Affairs. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada (2010). Her research focuses on sustainable wireless communication and networking, particularly in energy harvesting, IoT, and deep reinforcement learning for resource management. Key research projects include energy sustainability in renewable-energy-powered networks, energy-efficient 5G protocols, and radio resource management over unlicensed bands. She has received the NSF CAREER Award (2016-2020), Best Paper Awards, and NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship. Her work spans theoretical frameworks and practical implementations in HetNets, MIMO, and UAV-based systems. Education: Ph.D., E&CE, University of Waterloo, Canada (2010) Affiliations: Executive Editorial Committee member, IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications (2021–present); Associate Editor for multiple IEEE journals Teaching: Courses include ECE 407/408 (Computer Networks) and ECE 517 (Modern Wireless Network Protocols) Her research emphasizes cross-layer protocol design, sustainable capacity planning, and topology control. Notable contributions include frameworks for energy sustainable radio resource management and optimization in dense HetNets. She actively contributes to conference organization and technical program committees for IEEE INFOCOM, GLOBECOM, and ICC.

Ali Ahrariمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Evolutionary Algorithms
• Multimodal Optimization
• Multi-objective Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ali Ahrari is a Lecturer at the School of Systems and Computing, University of New South Wales, Canberra. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University (2016) and has extensive experience in research and academia, including roles as a Research Fellow and Associate at UNSW-Canberra and the University of Sydney. His research focuses on evolutionary algorithms, multimodal and multi-objective optimization, and surrogate-assisted optimization. Ahrari is a recipient of prestigious awards, including the ARC-DECRA 2023 and multiple international competition wins in optimization (e.g., CEC/GECCO competitions). He leads research groups like the Canberra Evolutionary Optimization (EvOpt) and serves on editorial boards, including Applied Soft Computing. Education: Ph.D. (2016, Michigan State University), M.Sc. and B.Sc. (University of Tehran). Awards: ARC-DECRA, ISCSO, and GECCO/CEC competition wins. Grants: ARC DECRA (2023), NCI Adapter Schemes, UNSW HPC allocations. Supervision: Currently advising 1 PhD student at SEIT, UNSW-Canberra. Engagements: Chair of IEEE Task Force on Multi-modal Optimization, organizer of optimization competitions (GECCO'2024, CEC'2022). His research emphasizes computational optimization, evolutionary computation, and swarm intelligence, with applications in engineering design and dynamic environments. He actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles and conference organization.

Riyadh Baghdadiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Compilers
• Programming Languages
• Deep Learning
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Riyadh Baghdadi is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at New York University Abu Dhabi and a Global Network Assistant Professor at the Tandon School of Engineering, NYU. He is also a Research Affiliate at MIT, where he previously completed a postdoctoral fellowship. His academic journey includes a PhD and Master’s from Sorbonne University (INRIA/UPMC) and an engineering degree from Ecole Supérieure d’Informatique in Algiers. Assistant Professor, NYU Abu Dhabi Global Network Assistant Professor, Tandon School of Engineering, NYU Research Affiliate, MIT His research lies at the intersection of compilers, programming languages, and applied machine learning, with a focus on developing advanced compiler techniques for deep learning, high-performance computing, and data-parallel algorithms. He is the lead developer of the Tiramisu compiler , a polyhedral compiler designed to optimize dense and sparse deep learning workloads across diverse architectures including CPUs, GPUs, and FPGAs. Riyadh’s recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating machine learning into compiler optimization—particularly in cost modeling, loop scheduling, and automatic code generation. His work addresses critical challenges in optimizing sparse neural networks and enabling efficient execution on resource-constrained platforms like smartphones and autonomous vehicles. Outstanding Paper Award, MLSys 2021 He has mentored 18 students and taught core courses such as Computer Systems Organization and Machine Learning at NYUAD. His service to the academic community includes program committee roles at MLSys, IPDPS, ECOOP, and PACT, as well as organizing workshops on polyhedral compilation and machine learning for hardware-software co-design. Riyadh actively contributes to open-source projects and collaborates with industry leaders including Google, Facebook, NVIDIA, and Intel. He leads the development of Tiramisu and collaborates on DSLs like GraphIt and Halide, focusing on performance portability and automation in compiler design.

• Embedded Systems
• Hardware-Software Co-Design
• Invasive Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jürgen Teich is a full Professor and Chair for Hardware-Software Co-Design at the Department of Computer Science, Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU). He serves as Head of Department Computer Science and Vice Dean of the Technical Faculty since August 2024, and has been Speaker of the FAU Research Center Embedded System Initiative (FAU ESI) since 2023. His educational background includes: Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, University of Kaiserslautern (1989) Dr.-Ing. degree in Electrical Engineering, University of Saarland (1993) Habilitation (PD Dr.-Ing.) entitled "Synthesis and Optimization of Digital Hardware/Software Systems" (1996) Prof. Teich's research focuses on Embedded Systems , Invasive Computing , Hardware-Software Co-Design , and Reconfigurable Computing . His work spans from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, with particular emphasis on resource-constrained systems, many-core architectures, and energy-efficient computing. He has pioneered research in invasive computing paradigms that enable more efficient use of many-core processors by allowing applications to dynamically claim resources. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward energy-efficient AI deployment on embedded devices , security of embedded systems , and novel memory technologies . There's a clear focus on practical implementations of machine learning on microcontrollers (TinyML), hardware acceleration for data processing, and innovative approaches to power management in self-powered systems. Among his notable scientific awards are: IEEE Fellow (since 2018) Member of Academia Europaea, Section Informatics (since 2011) Member of the National Academy of Science and Engineering (acatech) (since 2018) Member of the German Society of Humboldtians (since 2021) Prof. Teich has been Principal Investigator for numerous DFG-funded projects including SFB/Transregio 89 "Invasive Computing" (2010-2022), SFB 694, and multiple priority programs. He has coordinated large collaborative research efforts across Germany and internationally, with significant funding from DFG and other sources. His research group has produced influential work in embedded systems design and co-design methodologies. He leads the Hardware-Software Co-Design research group at FAU, which focuses on innovative approaches to embedded system design, invasive computing architectures, and efficient implementation of machine learning on resource-constrained devices. The group maintains strong collaborations with industry partners including Intel, Xilinx, and automotive companies.

• Control Technology
• Distributed Optimization
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mikael Johansson is a Professor at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH), specializing in Control Technology . He teaches and coordinates courses such as Distributed Optimization (FEL3311) and various advanced-level degree projects in computer science, electrical engineering, and systems engineering. His research spans Control Systems , Machine Learning , and Optimization , with a focus on asynchronous algorithms, federated learning, and applications in energy systems and construction. His work includes 15 recent publications on topics like neural networks, distributed optimization, and battery technology. Notable areas of contribution are in asynchronous learning, federated learning with privacy constraints, and quasi-Newton methods for optimization. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in urban design, healthcare, and autonomous systems.

• Distributed control
• Autonomy and Control
• Aerospace Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dengfeng Sun is a Professor and Associate Head of the Gambaro Graduate Program in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. His research focuses on distributed control systems, autonomy, resilient networks, and air traffic management. Sun holds a B.Eng. from Tsinghua University, an M.S. from The Ohio State University, and a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley. His work spans advanced air mobility, UAV trajectory planning, and stochastic optimization for large-scale systems. Key contributions include resilient UAV traffic control, distributed state estimation algorithms, and fault detection methods for navigation systems. Sun's research has been published in top journals like IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems and Transportation Research Part E. Education: B.Eng., Tsinghua University (2000) M.S., Ohio State University (2002) Ph.D., UC Berkeley (2008) He advises on cutting-edge projects integrating robotics, autonomous systems, and cloud-based traffic modeling. His lab develops solutions for urban air mobility, emergency medical UAV networks, and next-generation air traffic control systems. Notable collaborations include work with NASA and industry partners on continuous descent approach procedures and metroplex routing paradigms. Sun's work bridges theoretical control systems with practical applications in aviation and infrastructure optimization.

• Construction Engineering
• Computing in Civil Engineering
• Project Planning and Scheduling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ming Lu is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Engineering. Specializing in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM), he leads the Construction Automation Lab (AutoLab) since 2010, focusing on integration, automation, and optimization in construction. Dr. Lu holds professional engineering licensure (PEng) in Alberta and has extensive academic experience across Canada, Hong Kong, and China. PhD in Civil Engineering (University of Alberta, 2000) B.Eng. in Road & Traffic Engineering (Tongji University, 1994) His research spans Construction Automation , Project Scheduling , and Resource Optimization , with over 150 publications in top journals. Recent work emphasizes model trees , time-window constraints , and labor cost regression . Publications appear in Automation in Construction , Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering , and ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management . Notable awards include the 2022/23 CSCE Stephen G. Revay Award , Fiatech STAR Award (2013) , and multiple Best Paper Awards from ASCE. His software tools like SDESA and S3 revolutionized construction simulation and resource-constrained scheduling. Dr. Lu supervised numerous graduate students in projects involving BIM applications , earthwork optimization , and steel fabrication scheduling . He developed key courses like CIV E 406 (Construction Estimating) and CIV E 607 (Productivity Modeling), integrating simulation-based learning into construction education.

Frank E. Curtisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Optimization
• Machine Learning
• Numerical Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frank E. Curtis is a Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Lehigh University, where he has been since 2009. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science from the College of William and Mary (2003), an M.S. and Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University (2004 and 2007), and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at New York University’s Courant Institute (2007–2009). His research focuses on developing numerical methods for large-scale nonlinear optimization, with applications in machine learning, operations research, and energy systems. Key achievements include the 2021 SIAM/MOS Lagrange Prize for Continuous Optimization (with Bottou and Nocedal) and the 2018 INFORMS Computing Society Prize (with Burke, Lewis, and Overton). He has secured significant funding from the NSF, DoE, and ONR, including a TRIPODS grant and ARPA-E awards. His work on the ARPA-E Grid Optimization Competition earned second place in 2020. Curtis’s research interests span mathematical optimization, numerical analysis, and algorithm design. His recent articles emphasize stochastic optimization, fairness in machine learning, and robust algorithm development for constrained systems. He serves as an Area Editor for Mathematics of Operations Research and Associate Editor for multiple top journals, including Mathematical Programming and SIAM Journal on Optimization . Notable grants include DoE ASCR Early Career Awards and NSF TRIPODS funding for collaborative projects with Northwestern, Boston University, and Cornell. His OptML @ Lehigh team develops cutting-edge optimization tools and frameworks for real-world applications.