Lukas Esterle is Associate Professor at Aarhus University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research focuses on enabling collaboration among autonomous systems through computational self-awareness, collective learning, and autonomous decision-making. His work draws inspiration from natural systems, psychology, and anthropology to develop resilient distributed systems. Key research areas include: autonomous multi-agent coordination, digital twin architectures, computational trust models, and distributed learning frameworks for robotic systems. His investigations target applications in smart cities, industrial automation, and edge computing environments. Professor Esterle teaches courses in Software Engineering, Computer Games Technologies, and Autonomous Agents & Multi-Agent Systems. He coordinates multiple European research projects including DIAMOND (Developing Personalized Capabilities), FLOCKD (Federated Learning for Collaborative Knowledge), and MARVEL (Multimodal Data Analytics for Smart Cities).
Izhar Mithal Jiskani is a Research Fellow at Aalborg University's Department of Sustainability and Planning, within the Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on sustainability and green mining practices, particularly within the context of climate change mitigation and energy transition. Previously, he served as Head of the Department of Mining and Mineral Resources at Pakistan's National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) and held an Assistant Professor role there from 2021 to 2023. Education: PhD in Green & Climate-Smart Mining (2018–2021), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Pakistan Research Interests: Izhar's work emphasizes environmental impact assessment in mining, with a focus on sustainable practices, energy transition minerals, and climate neutrality. He actively promotes interdisciplinary approaches to balance economic, social, and environmental aspects of mining through frameworks like Mining 4.0 and green decision support systems. His recent projects include analyzing dust pollution control in open-pit mines and developing intelligent systems for slope stability. Publications Trends: Over 50 articles since 2018 highlight his focus on sustainable mining, environmental management, and technological innovation in mining operations. Themes include dust reduction technologies, geopolymer applications for mine infrastructure, and AI-driven environmental monitoring. Grants & Projects: As Principal Investigator of the 2022–2023 project 'Mining 4.0 and climate neutrality,' he explores safe, intelligent, and climate-smart mining systems. He also contributes to international collaborations, including the Danish Centre for Environmental Assessment. Professional Activities: Izhar serves as an external examiner for PhD and master's theses, presents at global conferences (e.g., the 44th Annual Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment), and delivers guest lectures on topics like sustainable mining and natural resource governance. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Danish Centre for Environmental Assessment, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental research and policy.
Rikke Gade is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. Her research focuses on Visual Analysis and Perception, AI for the People, and Mobility and Tracking Technologies. She has established herself as a leading researcher in computer vision applications across multiple domains including sports analytics, animal welfare, and human-computer interaction. Dr. Gade earned her PhD in Computer Vision from Aalborg University in 2015 with her dissertation "Taking the Temperature of Sports Arenas - Automatic Analysis of People." Prior to this, she completed her M.Sc. in Informatics with specialization in Vision, Graphics and Interactive Systems in 2011, and her B.Sc. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering in 2009. Her research interests span Computer Vision, Image Processing, Robot Vision, and Thermal Imaging with applications in diverse fields. She has pioneered work in using thermal imaging for sports analytics, developing systems for tracking athletes and analyzing movement patterns in sports arenas. More recently, her research has expanded into AI applications for animal welfare, particularly developing computer vision systems for detecting pain and stress in horses through facial expression analysis. Dr. Gade's publications reveal a clear progression from foundational work in thermal imaging and sports analytics toward more complex applications in healthcare, animal welfare, and smart building systems. Her most recent work shows increasing focus on ethical AI applications that serve societal needs, as evidenced by projects like "AI for the People" and research on equine pain detection. Best Paper Award at Conference CISBAT 2021 (Lausanne, Switzerland) Dr. Gade actively supervises PhD students, including Alves, J.M. on equine affective state assessment. She has secured significant research funding, including a major grant from the Independent Research Fund Denmark for developing AI systems to detect pain in horses. Her collaborative approach is evident in her involvement in multiple interdisciplinary projects spanning computer science, veterinary medicine, and building science. She leads the Visual Analysis and Perception research group at Aalborg University, focusing on practical applications of computer vision technologies. Her team works closely with industry partners on real-world implementations, particularly in sports analytics and animal welfare applications. Current projects include developing AI systems for road damage detection in collaboration with Faxe Kommune and creating advanced tracking systems for sports performance analysis.
Markus Löchtefeld is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within the Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. He holds leadership roles as Head of Studies and Deputy Head of Department. His research focuses on Human Computer Interaction, Sustainable Design, Wearable Technology, and Electrochromic Displays. Löchtefeld has contributed to over 113 publications and 6 research projects, including initiatives like 'Design Vocabularies' and 'Digital Empowerment Tools for Green Citizen-Driven Initiatives.' His work emphasizes sustainability through projects such as 'Design for Long-life Smart Products' and 'EcoPlotter,' a toolkit for electrochromic displays. Key collaborations include the ERASMUS+ funded 'ABRA: Artificial Biology, Robotics, and Art.' He has received the Best Paper Award at ACM MobileHCI 2017. Research Interests: Interaction Design, Wearable Devices, Sustainable ICT, Electrochromic Materials Notable Projects: Design Vocabulary Book Series Longevity Strategies for Smart Products Virtual Reality for Sustainability Education Löchtefeld's articles explore topics like peripheral vision training in VR, tangible tokens for product longevity, and ethical UX design's environmental impact. His work bridges technology and sustainability, addressing both technical innovation and societal challenges.
Astrid Heidemann Lassen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Materials and Production, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University. Her research focuses on Industry 4.0, manufacturing innovation, digital transformation, and knowledge transfer, particularly in SME contexts. She leads and participates in projects such as The Circular Factory - CIFA and Innovation Factory North , emphasizing sustainable production and workforce upskilling. Lassen has co-authored over 174 publications and received the Broman Foundation Scholarship in 2024. Her work bridges academic research with practical industry challenges, addressing topics like exoskeletons in construction, robotization of manufacturing, and barriers to digital transformation. She actively contributes to peer review for journals like Sustainability and Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management . Research Interests: Her primary areas include Industry 4.0 implementation, manufacturing process innovation, and the impact of digitalization on SMEs. She explores themes such as absorptive capacity enhancement, learning factories, and the integration of IoT and robotics in production systems. Recent work highlights challenges in adopting exoskeleton technology and the thematic analysis of robotization's societal implications. Publications Trends: Her articles (2023–2025) address Industry 4.0's challenges, SME digitalization barriers, and the role of learning factories in upskilling. Notable themes include heuristic models for innovation processes, pharmaceutical manufacturing insights, and thematic analyses of manufacturing work dynamics. Over 42 downloads of her 2025 Manufacturing Innovation for Industry 4.0 paper underscore its relevance. Grants & Awards: The 2024 Broman Scholarship recognizes her contributions to research and entrepreneurship. She coordinates projects worth millions in funding, including AddSmart (2022–2025) and CICMa (2025–2026), focusing on circular industrial materials and smart production systems. Labs & Collaborations: Engaged in cross-disciplinary initiatives like the Innovation Factory North , she collaborates with industry partners to design practical solutions for manufacturing challenges. Her work often involves case studies and thematic analyses to address real-world implementation gaps.
Srinivasa Raghavendra Bhuvan Gummidi is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT) within the University of Southern Denmark . His research focuses on Circular Economy , Building Stock Modeling , and Environmental Impact Assessment through advanced Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Deep Learning techniques. Recent work includes high-precision building material identification and spatiotemporal tracking of urban material stocks. Research Keywords : Algorithms for Geographical Information Systems, Optimization Algorithms, Building Stock Modeling, Circular Economy, Deep Learning, Environmental Impact Assessment His peer-reviewed publications (2025–2015) span topics from urban material sustainability to spatial crowdsourcing systems . He teaches Geographic Information Systems for Engineering Sustainability (2024) and collaborates internationally on urban development and resource management projects.
Muhammad Ahmed Khan is a Researcher in the Department of Health Technology at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Biomedical Signal Processing and Digital Health. His work addresses critical healthcare challenges through engineering and AI-driven innovations, with a focus on brain-computer interfaces and neurorehabilitation systems. His research spans Brain-Computer Interface, Rehabilitation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Biomedical Signal Processing. Khan develops assistive technologies like the 'Brainy Home' virtual smart home system for wheelchair control via neural signals, conducts systematic reviews on functional electrical stimulation for stroke recovery, and explores AIoT frameworks for pandemic response. His fingerprint analysis highlights expertise in Motor Imagery, Common Spatial Patterns, and Machine Learning applications in healthcare. Analysis of his 2022-2023 publications reveals strong interdisciplinary trends: integrating signal processing with clinical rehabilitation (e.g., post-stroke recovery systems), applying AI/IIoT to healthcare informatics (e.g., COUNTERSAVIOR virus detection), and advancing materials science for biomedical implants. His work appears in high-impact journals including Frontiers in Neurology , IEEE Internet of Things Journal , and ACS Omega , demonstrating convergence of engineering, AI, and clinical medicine. As part of DTU's Health Technology department, Khan contributes to a collaborative research ecosystem focused on digital health solutions, with external partnerships spanning multiple countries as indicated by his international publication collaborations.
Xenofon Fafoutis is a Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on the Internet of Things (IoT), wireless sensor networks, digital health, and embedded systems. He leads several projects including the DIREC Digital Community Building initiative and the eAI: Embedded AI initiative. His work emphasizes energy-efficient communication protocols, security in IoT, and the application of machine learning in edge computing. Key research interests include: IoT and Industrial IoT Wireless embedded systems and protocols Machine learning for edge devices Cybersecurity for sensor networks Wearable health monitoring systems Recent publications highlight his contributions to reinforcement learning-based scheduling, energy-efficient IoT protocols, and TinyML applications. He supervises PhD students in areas like embedded AI toolchains and predictive maintenance systems. His work aligns with UN SDG goals related to sustainable infrastructure and innovation.
Astrid Oberborbeck Andersen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Culture and Learning at Aalborg University, Denmark. She holds a PhD in Anthropology from the University of Copenhagen (2014). Her research focuses on human-environment relations, climate change, and knowledge infrastructures, with regional expertise in Greenland, Peru, and Denmark. She leads and co-leads interdisciplinary projects such as 'Muskox Pathways' and 'Digital Water Infrastructures', exploring themes like muskox ecosystems, smart water technologies, and data democracy. Education: PhD in Anthropology (2014), Københavns Universitet; MA/MSc in relevant fields (not explicitly listed but implied). Research interests include decolonial theory, socio-technical systems, and collaborative methodologies. Her work bridges anthropology, political ecology, and science studies through ethnographic fieldwork. Notable awards include the Ziman Award 2020 (group) and Teacher of the Year 2019. Current projects involve permafrost education, Arctic resource management, and digital governance. She contributes to initiatives like the Cryptic Commons exhibition and collaborates across disciplines and institutions globally.
Enza Lissandrello is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Sustainability and Planning, part of The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. Her research focuses on urban governance, sustainable transitions, and participatory planning. She holds dual PhDs from Radboud University Nijmegen and IUAV University of Venice, specializing in cross-border governance and urban planning. Her work spans Scandinavia, the Netherlands, and transnational regions like the Mont-Blanc area. Key research interests include deliberative planning methodologies, gamification for mobility policy, and inclusive urban innovation. She has led projects like KINETIC (2022-2025) on energy transitions and FLEXPOSTS (2022-2025) for district energy systems. Awards include the Chair of the Urban Europe Research Alliance (2025). Education: PhDs in Management Sciences (2005) and Urban Planning (2005), with postdoctoral research at University of Amsterdam (2005-2010). Grants: Projects funded by EU Horizon 2020, Innovation Fund Denmark, and Realdania. Her recent work explores the '15-minute city' concept and sustainable mobility transitions, emphasizing social justice and participatory design. She actively contributes to policy dialogues through AESOP and NordicPATH initiatives.
Thessa Jensen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication and Psychology at Aalborg University, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She is actively involved in teaching and research, focusing on digital media, ethics, fandom, and artificial intelligence. She contributes to several research groups including InDiMedia (Center for Interactive Digital Media & Experience Design) and explores themes such as participatory design, user experience, and transmedial storytelling. Her research interests center on the ethical dimensions of digital platforms, inspired by Danish philosopher Knud E. Løgstrup. She investigates how design influences user participation and co-creation, particularly in social media and AI-driven environments. Her work also delves into fan studies, fanfiction, and the societal implications of generative AI and chatbots. The trend in her recent publications reflects a strong engagement with media ethics, audience experiences (such as 'series fatigue'), climate communication through comics, and the cultural significance of fandom. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges communication theory, digital design, and cultural analysis. Principal Investigator, Movement for a Free Academia (2024–ongoing) Co-Investigator, Digital consumer culture & mental health (2024–2025) Project Participant, Educational and Entrepreneurial co-operation in Future City (2021–2023) She has received research funding from entities such as the Danish Council for Technology and Innovation and Vision Denmark. Her media contributions and public talks demonstrate a commitment to public engagement and discourse on digital culture and ethics. Jensen is affiliated with InDiMedia and contributes to academic service through peer review and conference organization. She has supervised PhD research and continues to mentor emerging scholars in media and communication studies.
Nina Boulus-Rødje is an Associate Professor in the Department of People and Technology at Roskilde University, Denmark, specializing in sustainable digitalization, socio-technical systems, and ethnographic research across welfare, healthcare, and conflict zones. Her work investigates technology design and implementation through interdisciplinary lenses including Science and Technology Studies (STS) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), with emphasis on practical fieldwork in diverse global contexts. Her educational background includes: PhD in Communication, Simon Fraser University (2010) M.Sc. in Informatics (Information Systems), University of Oslo (2004) B.Sc. in Computer Science, Norwegian University of Technology and Science (2001) Research focuses on sustainable digitalization (green IT, energy monitoring), conflict-area innovation (Palestinian tech entrepreneurship), and welfare/healthcare technologies (e-voting systems, Electronic Health Records). Methodologically, she pioneers co-creative ethnography and interventionist research , blending Actor-Network Theory with participatory design to address UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable communities and responsible consumption. Her approach emphasizes reflexive fieldwork in complex settings, from Danish households to occupied Palestine. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Sustainable digitalization through gaming interventions for household energy practices; (2) Hybrid work transformation addressing inherent asymmetries in synchronous collaboration; and (3) Ethnographic explorations of crisis-fieldwork dynamics. These intersect with her long-standing focus on welfare technologies and healthcare systems, demonstrating consistent methodological rigor across domains. Dr. Boulus-Rødje leads and contributes to major research initiatives including the active Green IT-procurement (2024-2028) and Game For Green (2023-2026) projects. She serves on PhD evaluation committees and institutional review boards for Norwegian University of Science and Technology and Stockholm University, while organizing international events like the 2022 EUSSET Summer School on CSCW. Her collaborative network spans 9 research projects with partners across Europe and Canada. She actively shapes research communities through 27 documented activities including conference organization, peer review, and committee memberships, reflecting deep engagement with Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) and Information Systems scholarship. Current work explores GenAI's impact on workplace practices and sustainable technology adoption through ongoing projects.
Gilberto Berardinelli is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University (AAU), within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on 6G networks, wireless communication systems, AI-driven communication protocols, and industrial IoT (IIoT) applications. He leads projects like 6G-SHINE and Cell-free Massive MIMO for Industry 4.0, addressing challenges in interference management, resource allocation, and ultra-reliable low-latency communication. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his academic career is evident through his extensive publications and project leadership roles. His research interests include subnetwork optimization, cooperative communication protocols, and spectrum management for industrial environments. Recent articles highlight advancements in interference coordination for 6G subnetworks, power-efficient protocols, and machine learning for resource allocation. His work emphasizes practical applications in factory automation, smart production, and wireless systems for Industry 4.0. Berardinelli has supervised 6 PhD students and contributed to 170+ research outputs. He collaborates with global institutions and industry partners, focusing on projects like Enabling ultra-reliable low-latency communication and Digital technologies for Industry 4.0. His lab activities include developing novel architectures for 6G in-factory communication and testing prototypes for real-world deployment.
Martin Kristjansen is a Researcher in the Department of Computer Science at Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design. He is part of the Distributed, Embedded and Intelligent Systems research group, focusing on real-time systems, model checking, and distributed computing. His research interests span multiple areas of computer science with a focus on: Real-Time Systems and Schedulability Analysis Model Checking and Formal Verification using UPPAAL Distributed Systems and Multi-core Architectures Reinforcement Learning applications in battery management Fleet management in noisy environments Automata theory and symbolic model learning Dr. Kristjansen's publication record shows a consistent research trajectory from avionics systems in 2019 to more recent work on stochastic digraph real-time task models in 2024. His work demonstrates a strong focus on applying formal methods to practical engineering problems, particularly in safety-critical systems, with research areas spanning automaton theory (100%), mobile robotics (85%), multicore systems (85%), and performance analysis (85%). He has been actively involved in significant research projects including: STORM_SAFE: Software reliability for critical infrastructures (2024-2027) as a Project Participant Digital technologies for Industry 4.0 (2019-2021) as a Project Participant Dr. Kristjansen collaborates extensively with Professor Kim G. Larsen and other researchers at Aalborg University, contributing to the institution's strong reputation in formal methods and real-time systems research. His work includes two significant datasets related to symbolic timed models and distributed fleet management, demonstrating commitment to research reproducibility.
Rune Korsholm Andersen is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark , Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, specializing in Indoor Environment research. His work bridges occupant behavior, building physics, and energy efficiency through interdisciplinary methodologies. Research Focus: Occupant behavior modeling, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), energy consumption in buildings, and human-environment interaction. Methods: Combines field measurements, questionnaire surveys, climate chamber experiments, and building energy simulations with statistical analysis. Key Trends: Recent publications emphasize subjective IEQ assessment scales, fault detection in buildings, solar control systems, energy pricing impacts, and post-pandemic indoor climate studies. Scientific Recognition: Recipient of the 2022 Best Paper Award in Building and Environment for collaborative research on occupant behavior metrics. Advising: Supervises PhD projects on energy-efficient indoor climate management, occupant feedback systems, and IEQ optimization. Collaborations: Active in international initiatives like IEA EBC Annex 86, focusing on energy-efficient residential building practices.
