جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Eshed Ohn-Barمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Autonomous Systems
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eshed Ohn-Bar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Boston University. He leads the Human-to-Everything (H2X) Lab, focused on developing intelligent systems for assistive and autonomous technologies. His research bridges machine perception, learning, and human-computer interaction, with applications in autonomous driving and accessibility for visually impaired individuals. Educated at UCLA (BS in Mathematics, 2010; MEd, 2011) and UCSD (PhD in Electrical Engineering, 2017), he holds a Humboldt Fellowship and has received the IEEE ITS Society Best PhD Dissertation Award (2017) and the 2025 BU Early Career Excellence in Research Award. His work emphasizes robust autonomy, real-time assistance, and inclusive design, collaborating with industry partners like Motional and receiving NSF grants (e.g., IIS-2152077). Research interests include autonomous systems, computer vision, and assistive technologies. Recent trends in publications highlight advancements in decision-making frameworks, neural volumetric models, and scalable learning for navigation. His lab’s projects address challenges in accessibility, such as blind motion generation and inclusive autonomous vehicle design. Awards: Humboldt Fellowship, IEEE ITS Best Dissertation, BU Early Career Award Grants: NSF IIS-2152077 Labs/Teams: H2X Lab, collaborating on projects with industry and academic partners

Bo Zhuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Graphics
• Computational Physics
• Scientific Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bo Zhu is an Assistant Professor in the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on computational approaches for complex physical systems, including fluid dynamics, topology optimization, and robotics control. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and completed postdoctoral research at MIT CSAIL. He has been recognized with the NSF Career Award (2022) and multiple best paper awards at SIGGRAPH conferences. Education: B.E.-M.S., Software Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Ph.D., Computer Science, Stanford University Postdoc, EECS, MIT Research Interests: Develops numerical algorithms and machine learning techniques to simulate fluidic systems, soft materials, and multi-scale phenomena. His work emphasizes vorticity preservation, real-time simulation, and physics-based AI integration. Key Contributions: Pioneered Particle Flow Map (PFM) methods for fluid simulation, developed open-source libraries like SimpleX and PFM Hub, and contributed to projects like Genesis physics engine. Over 50 peer-reviewed publications in top venues (SIGGRAPH, NeurIPS, IEEE TVCG). Awards: NSF Career Award (2022) Best Paper Honorable Mention (SIGGRAPH 2025) Best Paper Award (SIGGRAPH Asia 2024) Grants & Projects: Leads NSF-funded research on Physical AI Design, collaborating with Sandia National Labs on real-time CFD solvers. Active in open-source software development for computational physics and graphics.

Hamid Krimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Signal Processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hamid Krim is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. He leads the Vision, Information and Statistical Signal Theories and Applications (VISSTA) group, focusing on statistical signal/image analysis, data science, and machine learning. His prior roles include Research Scientist at MIT’s Laboratory for Information and Decision Systems and Member of Technical Staff at AT&T Bell Labs. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Northeastern University, and degrees from the University of Washington and University of Southern California. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Northeastern University (MA), 1990s Master's, Electrical Engineering, University of Washington Bachelor's, Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California and University of Washington Research Interests: Machine Learning, AI, Signal Processing, Communications, and Control Systems . His work bridges formal mathematical frameworks with applied problems, emphasizing generative AI, adversarial robustness, and subspace-driven data analysis. Recent innovations include Volterra neural networks and expansive synthesis techniques for data generation. Awards & Recognition: 2000 NSF CAREER Award 2008 IEEE Fellow 2019 IEEE SPS Sustained Impact Paper Award Multiple extended research invitations at top institutions globally Grants & Advising: Leads the VISSTA Lab, collaborating on projects like medical algorithm development (e.g., lung wheeze analysis) and hurricane activity prediction. His work spans interdisciplinary applications in healthcare, robotics, and defense systems. Labs & Teams: Director of the VISSTA Lab, fostering research in signal theory and machine intelligence. Collaborates with academia and industry on cutting-edge AI and sensor fusion technologies.

Prabhakar Pagillaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Prabhakar Pagilla is the Associate Department Head and a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds the James J. Cain Professor II title and leads the Robotics and Control Engineering Group. His research focuses on advanced control systems for robotics and roll-to-roll manufacturing, with emphasis on nonlinear dynamics, autonomous systems, and mechatronics. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1996) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1994) B.E., Mechanical Engineering, Osmania University (1990) Research Interests: Modeling and control of roll-to-roll manufacturing systems Autonomous vehicles and cooperative adaptive cruise control Robotics/mechatronics, including workpiece localization and human-robot collaboration Control of large-scale nonlinear dynamic systems Recent Trends in Publications: Dr. Pagilla’s recent work emphasizes safety and efficiency in autonomous systems, including platooning strategies, V2V communication impacts, and exoskeleton ergonomics. His robotics research explores real-time path planning, shared control mechanisms, and anomaly detection in manufacturing processes. Awards: Fellow of ASME (2011) John J. Shelton Best Paper Award (2017, 2019) Regents Distinguished Research Award (2012) Lab/Teams: The Robotics and Control Engineering Group at Texas A&M focuses on interdisciplinary projects combining advanced control theory with practical applications in robotics and manufacturing. Current initiatives include surface finishing of curved geometries and predictive intent modeling for human-robot collaboration.

Hyung Jin Changمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning/Deep Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hyung Jin Chang is an Associate Professor at the School of Computer Science, University of Birmingham, and a Turing Fellow at the Alan Turing Institute. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. from Seoul National University. His research focuses on human-centered visual learning, particularly in human-robot interaction, with expertise in computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning. He has been involved in organizing conferences like ECCV and ICCV workshops (e.g., VOTS Challenge, HANDS Workshop) and serves on program committees including AAAI and CVPR. His work spans areas like gaze estimation, domain adaptation, 3D pose estimation, and robotic perception for assistive technologies. Key achievements include receiving the Royal Society Research Grant (2019–2020) and Wellcome Trust funding. Notable contributions include frameworks for unsupervised domain adaptation, gaze estimation models (e.g., RT-Gene), and collaborative learning methods for hand-object reconstruction. He has led projects in medical robotics, personalized dressing assistance, and safety-critical systems like driver attention prediction. His 15 most recent articles (2024–2025) emphasize advancements in diffusion models, domain adaptation, 3D reconstruction, gaze-controllable systems, and generative AI for motion and interaction modeling. These reflect a trend toward integrating multimodal data (vision + language) and bridging theoretical foundations with applied robotics. Awards: Royal Society Grant, Wellcome Trust, Turing Fellowship Grants: Active in securing funding for robotics, vision, and healthcare applications He leads the Personal Robotics Lab and collaborates on projects like the VOTS Challenge for visual object tracking. His research bridges academia and real-world applications in healthcare robotics and human-technology interaction.

Jason J. Corsoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jason J. Corso is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan . His research focuses on high-level computer vision , video understanding , and the intersection with human language and robotics . His work emphasizes Bayesian approaches to segmentation and recognition, with applications spanning biomedicine and recreational video analysis . He is particularly known for contributions to video object segmentation , activity recognition , and vision-language frameworks . Scientific awards include: NSF CAREER award (2009) ARO Young Investigator award (2010) Google Faculty Research Award (2015) DARPA CSSG grant He also leads major projects like YouCook2 dataset , Video2Text.net , and LIBSVX framework.

• Geomechanics
• Granular Materials
• Particulate Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Itai Einav is a renowned academic in civil engineering and geomechanics at The University of Sydney. He serves as Director of SciGEM (Science of Granular and Multiphase Energy Materials) and holds an honorary professorship at University College London. His research focuses on granular materials, particulate systems, and geomechanics, with particular emphasis on breakage mechanics and applications in mining, heat transfer, and fault dynamics. He advises PhD students on topics like robotic navigation inspired by earthworms and soil mechanics. Einav's work bridges fundamental physics and engineering applications, leveraging advanced imaging techniques (e.g., X-ray tomography) and computational models. He is affiliated with The Net Zero Institute and collaborates globally on projects like granular flow dynamics and porous media behavior. Notable contributions include the 2007 development of breakage mechanics theory and innovations in granular rheology and fault modeling.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Computational Creativity
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hannu Toivonen is a Full Professor of Computer Science at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and the Department of Computer Science. He leads the Discovery Research Group and is part of the Helsinki Institute for Information Technology (HIIT) and the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence (FCAI). He obtained his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Helsinki in 1996 and has held his professorship since 2002. His research spans Artificial Intelligence , Data Science , Computational Creativity , and Data Mining , with applications in generative art, automated journalism, and bioinformatics. His research focuses on: Developing AI systems for creative tasks (e.g., poetry, music, and art generation) Cross-lingual natural language processing and unsupervised learning Ethical and societal implications of AI in media and labor Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021–2025) reveals a strong emphasis on computational creativity and AI-driven content generation , with interdisciplinary applications in digital humanities, journalism, and biology. Trends include ethical AI frameworks, human-AI collaboration, and innovative evaluation methods for generative systems. Scientific Awards & Honors: Knight, First Class, Order of the White Rose of Finland (2019) Best Applied Research Award, IEEE ICDM (1998) Honorary Member of TKO-äly (2010) Member of Finnish Academy of Science and Letters He has supervised over 20 doctoral theses and secured ~7 MEUR in grants (e.g., EU projects: Embeddia , Newseye ). He leads the Discovery Research Group and collaborates with institutions like VUB (Belgium) as a Francqui International Professor (2025).

Mehrdad Nojoumianمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Security
• Privacy
• Trust
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Mehrdad Nojoumian is an Associate Professor at Florida Atlantic University's College of Engineering and Computer Science, specializing in Security, Privacy, Trust, and Human-Autonomy Interaction. His research bridges computer science with FinTech and autonomous systems, focusing on cryptographic protocols, blockchain, and IoT security. PhD, University of Waterloo (Computer Science, 2012) MSc, University of Ottawa (Computer Science, 2007) BSc, Islamic Azad University (Computer Engineering, 2002) His research explores privacy-preserving mechanisms in autonomous systems, trust modeling in blockchain, and cross-disciplinary applications of cryptography. Recent work includes patents on adaptive driving modes and ongoing studies on IoT vulnerabilities and autonomous coordination. Notable awards include the Excellence and Innovation in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2023), NAI Induction (2022), and multiple Best Paper Awards . His publications span journals like Information and Computation and conferences such as GameSec and IEEE Blockchain . He mentors graduate students in cybersecurity bootcamps, high school outreach programs, and collaborative research projects funded by NSF , ARO-AFOSR , and AFRL . His lab emphasizes diversity and inclusion, particularly supporting underrepresented groups in STEM.

Leila Characterمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Geospatial Analysis
• Marine Archaeology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Leila Character is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, with expertise in machine learning and geospatial analysis. Her research bridges disciplines like archaeology, environmental science, and geospatial intelligence, often involving fieldwork and computational modeling. She has a multidisciplinary background as a professional geologist, environmental scientist, and AI researcher. Ph.D. and M.A. in Geography and the Environment from University of Texas at Austin B.S. in Geology with a minor in Anthropology/Archaeology from Sewanee: The University of the South Her active projects focus on underwater aircraft wreck detection for MIA service members, multimodal sensor fusion with autonomous underwater vehicles, seafloor characterization in West Africa, and ancient burial mound detection in Romania using vegetation indices. All projects emphasize combining computational rigor with field validation. Recent publications highlight deep learning applications in marine archaeology, Maya cave detection, and sensor fusion technologies. These articles span 2019–2025 and reflect cross-cutting themes in AI-driven geospatial analysis, underwater exploration, and archaeological discovery.

Ryan Caloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Law and Technology
• Privacy Law
• Artificial Intelligence Policy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ryan Calo is the Lane Powell & D. Wayne Gittinger Professor of Law at the University of Washington School of Law, with joint appointments at the Information School and adjunct roles at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering. He co-founded the UW Tech Policy Lab and Center for an Informed Public, focusing on technology policy, data privacy, and AI ethics. His research explores the intersection of law and technology, emphasizing AI regulation, surveillance law, and privacy harms. Key themes include legal indeterminacy in tech policy, ethical challenges of autonomous systems, and market manipulation in digital economies. His work spans law reviews, technical journals, and policy reports. Ryan Calo's articles highlight critical gaps in AI governance, surveillance frameworks, and robotics law. His publications address algorithmic bias, cultural responsiveness in AI, and legal implications of autonomous vehicles, with recurring focus on consumer protection, constitutional challenges, and cross-disciplinary policy solutions. Phillip A. Trautman 1L Professor of the Year Award (2014, 2017) Washington Law Review Faculty Award (2019) As a public intellectual, Calo has testified before the U.S. Senate multiple times, including on AI-driven privacy risks. He serves on advisory boards for major tech policy organizations and frequently appears in media discussing AI ethics, data breaches, and constitutional tech regulation.

Chien-Ming Huangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chien-Ming Huang is the John C. Malone Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University. He leads the Intuitive Computing Laboratory and is affiliated with the Malone Center for Engineering in Healthcare, Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics, Institute for Assured Autonomy, and Data Science and AI Institute. His research focuses on human-robot interaction, human-computer interaction, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare and education. BS in Computer Science, National Chiao Tung University (2006) MS in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology (2010) PhD in Computer Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2015) Postdoctoral Research, Yale University (2015-2017) Dr. Huang's work bridges human-robot interaction, robotics, and AI to develop technologies that enhance social, physical, and behavioral support for diverse populations. His research includes adaptive robot systems for autism intervention, aging care technologies, and explainable AI frameworks for medical decision support. Current projects focus on end-user robot programming, socially aware navigation, and conversational agents for health management. His publications span major venues like Science Robotics , HRI, CHI, and ICRA, with recent emphasis on robot error awareness, small talk in collaboration, and AI explanation design for healthcare. Dr. Huang has received numerous accolades including the NSF CAREER Award and John C. Malone Endowed Chair. 2022 NSF CAREER Award John C. Malone Endowed Chair 2013 RSS Best Paper Runner-Up 2012 Human-Robot Interaction Pioneer Dr. Huang mentors PhD, postdoctoral, and undergraduate researchers, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and technical rigor. He serves as Associate Editor for ACM Transactions on Human-Robot Interaction and has organized key conferences including HRI and ICMI. His lab develops systems for robotic assistance in surgical training, home healthcare, and educational contexts.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Robotics
• Optimal Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Philipp Eichmeir is a Researcher at the Research Center Wels within the Upper Austria University of Applied Sciences . His work focuses on optimal control , multibody dynamics , and adjoint methods applied to robotics and automotive systems. Expertise in adjoint gradient computation for extremal value optimization Active in automotive/mobility and smart production domains Philipp's research spans computational mathematics , robotics , and mechanical engineering , utilizing advanced numerical methods and simulation modeling for complex dynamic systems. His recent publications focus on multibody dynamics , adjoint optimization , and inequality constraint handling in control systems. Collaborative projects include IOMMS (Innovative Optimization Methods for Multibody Systems) and JR-Centre for Thermal NDE of Composites . Scientific Awards Best Paper Award (2020) Automatisierte Körperschallauswertung (2015)

• Journalism and Communication
• Intelligent Communication
• Digital Media Art
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Wang Jianmin serves as Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Tongji University's School of Art and Media, concurrently holding the position of Vice Dean since 2014. With a computer science PhD from Sun Yat-sen University, he bridges engineering and media arts through pioneering research in intelligent communication systems and digital media interfaces. His work focuses on human-centered design for emerging technologies, particularly in automotive and virtual environments. His academic foundation includes: PhD in Engineering (Computer Software and Theory), Sun Yat-sen University (2003) Master's in Computational Mathematics, Sun Yat-sen University (1999) Bachelor's in Computational Mathematics, Nankai University (1996) Professor Wang's research centers on intelligent communication systems and digital media art, with significant contributions to automotive human-machine interfaces (HMI), virtual reality applications, and user experience methodologies. His investigations into driver-robot transparency, augmented reality navigation, and mixed-reality educational platforms demonstrate interdisciplinary innovation connecting computer science, cognitive psychology, and design theory. Current projects explore AI-driven media systems for urban environments and safety-critical interaction frameworks. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory focusing on automotive HMI (40% of output), human-robot interaction (30%), and mixed reality applications (30%). His work consistently emphasizes experimental validation through driving simulators and user studies, yielding practical design guidelines for industry implementation. The interdisciplinary nature spans computer science, cognitive ergonomics, and media studies, with increasing emphasis on AI integration in communication systems. His scientific recognition includes national and provincial awards for innovation in human-computer interaction and educational technology: 2019 China Industry-University-Research Innovation Award for automotive HMI systems 2020 China User Experience Alliance Excellence Award 2012 Guangdong Dingying Science and Technology Award Multiple national/provincial science progress awards (2001-2009) 2020 Tongji University Teaching Achievement Award for curriculum development As an educator, Professor Wang mentors graduate students in national design competitions including the 'Core Cup' Future Automotive HMI Challenge and International User Experience Innovation Competition. His research program is supported by substantial funding from diverse sources: National Grants: National Natural Science Foundation projects on driver behavior modeling and cognitive testing Ministry of Education: 15+产学合作 projects for virtual simulation labs and curriculum development Shanghai Municipal: Publicity Department funding for smart city media research Industry Partnerships: Huawei (intelligent vehicle HMI), SAIC Motor (AR-HUD design), and automotive electronics firms He directs Tongji's Media Experiment and Practice Teaching Center and the All-Media Research Institute, leading teams developing virtual simulation platforms for emergency news reporting, intelligent vehicle interaction testing systems, and mixed reality educational tools. Current initiatives focus on AI-enhanced media art for urban applications and next-generation HMI frameworks for autonomous mobility solutions.

Michael Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fuel Cell Systems
• Energy Systems Modeling
• Building Energy Consumption
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Michael Ellis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech since 2012, with prior roles as Associate Professor and John R. Jones Faculty Fellow (2007–2012). His work spans fuel cell systems, energy modeling, and sustainable technologies. Ph.D. , Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1996) M.S. , Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1993) B.S. , Mechanical Engineering, University of Tennessee (1985) Research interests include fuel cell systems for building cogeneration, energy consumption modeling, industrial process analysis, and optimal hybrid energy system design. Recent work focuses on battery recycling processes, microbial fuel cells, and thermal stress characterization of membranes. His 15 most recent publications highlight trends in battery recycling scalability , fuel cell durability , microbial energy conversion , and nanomaterials for energy applications . Key subfields include membrane stress modeling, microbial adhesion mitigation, and hybrid gas/electric system optimization. Excellence in Architecture Award (2006) Woodruff Teaching Fellowship (1995) Tau Beta Pi Member Multiple teaching awards at Virginia Tech (2000–2003) As faculty advisor for the award-winning Solar Decathlon team (2002), he contributed to interdisciplinary energy projects. His work connects mechanical engineering with sustainable energy systems, focusing on practical implementations and material innovations.