Prof. Cesare Fantuzzi is a Full Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Methods , University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. His expertise lies in robotics, automatic control, and human-robot interaction , with a focus on Industry 4.0/5.0 applications . He teaches courses in Industrial Robotics, Automatic Control, and Industrial System Control , emphasizing practical implementation in real environments. His research spans collaborative robotics, fault diagnosis systems, adaptive interfaces, and digital twin technology . Notable projects include IOT-enabled diagnostics for welding cobots , high-velocity robotic programming architectures , and smart AGV traffic management . Publications cover control barrier functions, passivity-based interaction methods, and universal design for industrial HMIs , often in collaboration with European research teams. Recent work explores self-configuring BLE networks , adaptive training systems , and natural gesture-based robot control . He employs Microsoft Teams for teaching materials and open-source IoT platforms in research implementations.
Frédéric Borges is an Associate Professor in Food Microbiology at the University of Lorraine, France, working within the National School of Agronomy and Food Industries (ENSAIA) at the Biomolecular Engineering Laboratory (LIBio). With his HDR (Habilitation to Direct Research) obtained in 2019, he leads research in microbial ecosystem engineering for food applications. University: University of Lorraine School: National School of Agronomy and Food Industries (ENSAIA) Department: Biomolecular Engineering Laboratory (LIBio) Position: Associate Professor (Maître de conférences HDR) Borges holds a Doctorate in Molecular Physiology and Genetics from Université Henri Poincaré (2005) and completed his HDR in 2019. His academic journey includes a postdoc position at the University of Ulm, Germany (2005-2007) focusing on Streptococcus agalactiae pathogenesis, followed by a temporary teaching/research position (ATER) at University of Lorraine on cheese microbial diversity (2007-2008). His research focuses on engineering fermented food ecosystems, with primary application in biopreservation - a sustainable approach to increase food safety and extend shelf life. Borges' team has developed high-throughput phenotyping approaches to study microbial behavior in multidimensional space, aiming to create food microbiomes resistant to colonization by undesirable microorganisms. His work spans genomics, microbial diversity analysis (using MLST, metabarcoding), high-throughput screening, and data analysis with R programming. Analysis of Borges' recent publications reveals a strong focus on microbial community engineering for food safety applications. His research demonstrates how understanding microbial competition networks (particularly with Carnobacterium maltaromaticum) can lead to effective biopreservation strategies against pathogens like Listeria monocytogenes. Recent work explores serial fermentation dynamics, invert emulsion systems for microbial propagation, and the relationship between cheese rind characteristics and microbial communities. His approach integrates omics technologies with ecological principles to engineer food microbiomes. Borges has supervised multiple PhD students including Amandine Martin, Chloé Gapp, Alexis Dijamentiuk, and Faustine Gomand. His research involves collaborations with food industry partners through CIFRE theses, demonstrating practical applications of his work. He has developed methodologies for high-throughput screening of bacterial strains, genomic analysis of food-related bacteria, and innovative approaches to microbial community propagation. His laboratory at LIBio focuses on microbial ecosystem engineering, with particular emphasis on creating robust food microbiomes through understanding and manipulating microbial interactions. The team works with dairy products, fermented foods, and develops methods to characterize and engineer microbial communities for improved food safety and quality.
Philip Goldswain is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Architecture at the UWA Design School , part of The University of Western Australia. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Melbourne, focusing on the architectural history of Kalgoorlie and Boulder during the gold rush era. His research integrates architectural theory, urban history, and photography, particularly exploring the interplay between mining settlements, urban development, and visual representation. Goldswain’s expertise spans architectural design, the history of photography in urban contexts, and Western Australian architectural heritage. He has led projects such as the 'Storm Tossed on the Billows of the Boom' study on Kalgoorlie’s spatial histories and collaborated on the UWA/UQ Bilateral Research Award examining goldfields and arid lands. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and cultural preservation. Grants and Projects: "Spatial Histories in Kalgoorlie, 1893 to 1910" (2013) "Historical and Cultural Studies of WA/Qld Goldfields" (2012) "John Joseph Dwyer Photography Study" (2007) Awards: Getty Research Institute Library Research Grant (2016) State Library of Victoria Honorary Creative Fellowship (2016) His publications analyze photographic archives, urban morphologies, and the material culture of mining towns. Recent work includes studies on photographic slide-lecture methodologies and the role of geology in shaping urban form.
Can David Tobias is a Research Associate at Bielefeld University's Faculty of Sociology, affiliated with the Department of Sociological Theory and the Werron Group. He works on the DFG-funded project "How Rankings Are Produced. On the Social Production of Serial Comparisons" under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Werron and Dr. Ringel. His research examines the sociological mechanisms behind ranking systems and comparative social evaluations. Research interests focus on: Theoretical sociology of quantification and comparison Social production of rankings in institutional contexts Methodologies for analyzing serial data in social sciences As a doctoral researcher at the Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology, Tobias contributes to interdisciplinary studies linking sociological theory with empirical analysis of social metrics.
Jan Kraner is a Lecturer at Lucerne School of Business where he leads the Bachelor's Major in Corporate Development and the CAS in Industrial Transformation & Project Management. He holds a PhD in Business Competitiveness from Universidad de Deusto and an Executive MBA from Universität St. Gallen. With extensive industry experience including leadership roles at Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG, his academic work bridges operations management, innovation processes, and sustainability transitions. Research & Teaching Focus Operations and process management in value networks Innovation strategies in high-reliability organizations Sustainability and circular economy implementation Industrial transformation frameworks Industry Engagement Former Manager at Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG (2007-2012) Founder of Habilius outdoor education company Swiss Air Force reserve drone pilot Recognition Cum Laude distinction for doctoral research Nominee for Ignacio Ellacuria Prize (2017)
Prof. Stefan Minner is a Full Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the TUM School of Management, Technical University of Munich since 2012. His academic career includes professorships at the University of Vienna (2008–2012) and University of Mannheim (2004–2008), with prior roles at the University of Calgary and University of Magdeburg. He holds a Ph.D. (1999) and Habilitation (2003) from Magdeburg, focusing on supply chain optimization and inventory management. Research focuses on data-driven logistics network design, inventory management under uncertainty, and urban logistics. Key areas include blockchain in supply chains, commodity procurement strategies, and automation in retail operations. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Production Economics and holds leadership roles in logistics societies like the German Logistics Association (BVL) and International Society for Inventory Research (ISIR). His honors include Fellow of ISIR (2016), Wirtschaftswoche Top Researcher (2020), and the M&SOM Practice-based Research Competition (2019). Research output spans 25+ years, with recent work addressing AI in logistics, sustainable supply chains, and pandemic-era ambulance dispatching systems. Teaching includes courses on inventory management, transportation analytics, and sustainable supply chains. His lab's work integrates optimization, simulation, and empirical methods to solve real-world logistics challenges in automotive, retail, and manufacturing sectors.
Thomas Bever is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Arizona. His work bridges linguistics, cognitive science, and psycholinguistics, with a focus on syntax, language universals, and cognitive development. He is affiliated with the Department of Linguistics and maintains an active laboratory. Research interests include the biological foundations of language, neural network limitations in modeling language, comparative cognition between humans and animals, and the psychological reality of syntactic structures. Bever has explored how language processing interacts with motor systems and social perception. His recent articles analyze neural network deficiencies in language modeling, the evolutionary basis of human language capacity, and the cognitive mechanisms underlying syntactic processing. Key themes include language universals irreducible to processing constraints and the role of regression in developmental learning. Notable contributions include theories on visuomotor development stages, the role of event structure in comprehension, and the biolinguistic perspective on syntax. Bever's interdisciplinary work integrates experimental psycholinguistics with computational modeling and evolutionary theory.
Dr. Alex Chatburn serves as a Lecturer within the Justice & Society division at the University of South Australia, where he conducts research at the intersection of cognitive neuroscience and applied technologies. His work focuses on developing and applying neurophysiological measurement techniques, particularly EEG methodologies, to understand cognitive processes in various contexts including sleep, language comprehension, motor learning, and team dynamics. His research interests span multiple domains of cognitive neuroscience with particular emphasis on Electroencephalography (EEG) applications in naturalistic environments Virtual reality-based cognitive assessment and training systems Sleep and alertness measurement using neurophysiological markers Team cognition and inter-brain synchrony during collaborative tasks Language processing and predictive mechanisms in the brain Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong research trajectory focused on developing practical applications of cognitive neuroscience principles. His work increasingly emphasizes real-world applications, particularly in defense contexts (as evidenced by the DST Group-funded project on soldier performance) and virtual reality environments. His research demonstrates consistent methodological sophistication with EEG being his primary measurement tool across multiple domains. Alex Chatburn has established productive collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions including the University of Auckland, Flinders University, and Northwestern University. His work has been published in reputable journals such as Brain Research, Frontiers in Virtual Reality, and Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach across neuroscience, psychology, and virtual reality domains. As a Research Degree Supervisor, he guides graduate students in cognitive neuroscience research, particularly those interested in applying neurophysiological methods to real-world problems. His current research appears heavily focused on adapting laboratory neuroscience techniques for use in naturalistic settings, with several publications examining EEG measurement in virtual reality and field environments.
Richard Kilborn is an Honorary Professor at the University of Stirling's Department of Film, Media & Journalism, where he taught from 1982 to 2008 and served as Head of Department. He specializes in film and television documentary, particularly the intersection of documentary and fictional elements in 'docu-fiction' formats. His research has explored British docu-soaps and European media collaborations, including leading a consortium for annual doctoral summer schools. Education background: While personal academic credentials are not detailed, Kilborn has held teaching roles at institutions such as Northwestern University (Chicago) as a Visiting Professor and German film schools including the Hochschule für Film und Fernsehen 'Konrad Wolf' in Potsdam. His work emphasizes cross-border academic partnerships and media education. Research interests focus on documentary's evolving forms, European media practices, and factual television entertainment. Notable projects include analyzing longitudinal documentaries and co-editing volumes like Media Practice and Everyday Agency in Europe . Currently supervises Vietnamese Master's students in Media and Communications Management. Publications span foundational texts like An Introduction to Television Documentary to recent works on docu-fiction, reflecting over four decades of scholarly contribution. Active in international conferences such as 'Visible Evidence,' he bridges academic and applied media studies.
Dr David Rolinson is a Lecturer in Communications, Media and Culture at the University of Stirling. He holds a first-class degree in English and History and a Ph.D. in English from the University of Hull. His research focuses on docudrama, terrorism in media, and British television drama history. He joined the University of Stirling in 2009 and has held roles such as Programme Director of Film & Media and Senior Adviser of Studies. His work includes pioneering methods in television direction studies, co-editing Dennis Potter’s non-fiction works, and contributing to DVD releases like 'Dissent and Disruption: Alan Clarke at the BBC'. Research interests include science documentaries on mental illness, television branding in coproductions, welfare formats, and torture in terrorism dramas. He actively disseminates research through non-academic channels, including public talks and his website britishtelevisiondrama.org.uk , which archives his extensive publications and media contributions. His awards include recognition for 'Alan Clarke' (2005) by Sight & Sound and praise for 'The Art of Invective' from Jonathan Meades. He supervises PhDs in film and television studies, emphasizing historical, archival, or textual approaches.
Audra Stinchcomb is a Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy , where she leads innovative research in transdermal and topical drug delivery, particularly focusing on microneedle-enhanced systems and prodrug development. University: University of Maryland School: School of Pharmacy Department: Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences Email: astinchc@rx.umaryland.edu Dr. Stinchcomb’s research spans pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, complex drug product development, and regulatory science, with a strong translational focus. She has pioneered work in abuse-deterrent opioid formulations, cannabinoid delivery (especially THC and CBD prodrugs), and methods to prolong micropore lifetime in microneedle applications. Her work bridges academic innovation and industry application through public-private partnerships. The recent publications and patents reflect a consistent trend in transdermal delivery optimization, particularly for cannabinoids and opioids, utilizing prodrug strategies and microneedle technologies to enhance efficacy, safety, and patient compliance. These innovations are aimed at treating chronic pain, neurological disorders, and inflammatory conditions. Scientific Honors: Fellow, American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (FAAPS) Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (FAIMBE) Dr. Stinchcomb is also a serial entrepreneur and active in venture capital, contributing to StageNext VC , which supports women-led biotech startups. She mentors through her research program and participates in professional education initiatives, such as FDA IVPT guidance implementation workshops. Her lab is at the forefront of developing novel drug delivery platforms with significant commercial and public health impact.
Donat Orski, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Systems Engineering within Wrocław University of Science and Technology's Faculty of Information and Communication Technology. His active teaching role is evidenced by published office hours (Wednesdays 11:00-13:15, Thursdays 13:15-15:00) and direct contact channels including email (donat.orski@pwr.edu.pl) and phone (+48 71 320 3583). Dr. Orski's research centers on artificial intelligence applications for managing uncertainty in complex systems. His work specializes in knowledge engineering and intelligent control/management systems, with particular emphasis on resource allocation methodologies using uncertain variables and systemic approaches. This focus enables innovative solutions for operation systems where traditional deterministic models fail. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2006-2014) reveals a cohesive research trajectory in uncertainty modeling across production systems, computer networks, and operational frameworks. His work consistently bridges cybernetic theory with practical optimization, frequently appearing in journals like Kybernetes and the Journal of the Operational Research Society. Key contributions include developing C-uncertain variable frameworks and neural network applications for adaptive control under parameter uncertainty. No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available sources. Information regarding student advising, research grants, or sponsored projects is not provided in current academic profiles. Details about laboratory facilities, research teams, or collaborative projects remain unspecified in publicly accessible institutional records.
Yushu Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Bergen. His research spans statistics, data science, and econometrics, with a focus on wavelet methods, sparse Bayesian learning, and statistical surveillance. He has taught courses like Monte Carlo Methods, Statistical Learning, and Theory of Finance at institutions including the University of Bergen (UIB), Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), and NTNU. Research Interests: Wavelet analysis for time series and econometrics Sparse Bayesian learning for statistical modeling Density forecasting and statistical surveillance Machine learning applications in finance and economics Recent Publications: His 2024 work on Sparse Bayesian learning using TMB and forecasting milk delivery highlights his contributions to computational statistics and agricultural economics. Earlier studies on oil price volatility, structural breaks, and unit root testing underscore his expertise in nonlinear time series and financial modeling. Supervision: He has supervised 1 Ph.D. project (Ingvild M. Helgøy, 2023) and over 10 master's theses since 2012, including topics on density forecasting, wavelet methods, and machine learning classifiers.
Jeromine Francois is a researcher at the Namur Institute of Language, Text and Transmediality within the Faculty of Arts at the University of Namur. Holding a Doctorate in Language and Literature from Université de Liège (2017), they specialize in Hispanic literary traditions with particular expertise in Golden Age texts, medievalism, and contemporary narrative forms. Research interests center on literary myth construction, especially regarding La Celestina and Lazarillo de Tormes, with significant contributions to understanding commercial and tourist applications of classical literature. Their work intersects with gender studies through analysis of female archetypes in contemporary Spanish fiction and ecological perspectives in Hispanic cultural production. Key methodological innovations include developing protocols for analyzing commercial adaptations of Golden Age texts. Notable awards include the Premio Duques de Soria (2014) and the Prix du concours de la classe des Lettres from the Belgian Royal Academy (2020). Research output shows consistent productivity with 52 publications between 2013-2025, primarily in literary analysis, book reviews, and conference proceedings. Premio Duques de Soria (2014) Prix du concours de la classe des Lettres, sciences morales et politiques de l'Académie Royale de Belgique (2020) Academic engagement includes organizing the XI Congreso de la Asociación de Hispanistas del Benelux (2025) and the Journée des doctorants de l'ED3bis (2024), along with numerous invited talks on medievalism and literary reinterpretation. Current activities focus on mapping commercial applications of Lazarillo de Tormes and analyzing female archetypes in contemporary Spanish literature.
Dr. Yanhua Zhou serves as an affiliate faculty member specializing in Contemporary Chinese Art and Gender within the Department of East Asian Studies at the University of Arizona, while concurrently holding the position of Professor of Art History at the Research Center for Visual Art, Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, China. She also directs the Wanwu Art Research Lab as its Associate Director, bridging institutional collaborations between U.S. and Chinese academic frameworks. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in East Asian Studies with concentrated research in Chinese Anthropology from the University of Arizona and a Master of Art History earned at the University of St Andrews, United Kingdom. These qualifications established her interdisciplinary trajectory across humanities and social sciences. Employing integrated methodologies from art history, anthropology, area studies, and cultural studies, Dr. Zhou investigates critical intersections of art and spatial politics in Asian contexts, transnational socially engaged art practices, affective infrastructural frameworks, and non-human agency within artistic production. Her work consistently challenges conventional boundaries between geographic territories, cultural identities, and material ecologies in contemporary visual culture. Her 2015 publication on seriality in minimalist art exemplifies her analytical approach to deconstructing artistic systems, contributing to broader discourses on repetition, structure, and meaning-making in modern art movements. This research anchors her ongoing exploration of how artistic practices negotiate political and social infrastructures. Through leadership at the Wanwu Art Research Lab, Dr. Zhou cultivates experimental platforms for cross-cultural dialogue, emphasizing collaborative research models that connect Chinese contemporary art with global theoretical frameworks and community-engaged practices.
