جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Petra Ahrweilerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and Society
• Innovation Networks
• Policy Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Petra Ahrweiler is a full professor of Sociology of Technology and Innovation at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (since 2013), with a focus on social simulation and innovation policy. She previously served as Director of the EA European Academy for Technology Assessment (2013–2017) and held a professorship at University College Dublin. Her research explores technology-society interactions, innovation networks, and AI ethics, emphasizing participatory approaches and policy modeling. She leads initiatives like the TISSS LAB and Sensorithm Digital Transformation Lab, focusing on AI, climate action, and societal impact. A recipient of fellowships from acatech and AcademiaNet, she also served as ESSA President (2020–2022). Education: PhD in Social Sciences from the Free University of Berlin (on AI), Habilitation from the University of Bielefeld (simulation in science studies). Former roles include research at MIT (USA) and leadership at the Innovation Research Unit (IRU), UCD. Research Interests: Her work bridges sociology and computational modeling, addressing topics like participatory AI, innovation dynamics, and policy simulation. Recent foci include culture-sensitive AI, climate action catalysts, and pandemic response modeling. She co-leads major projects such as AI FORA, CECAN, and PEERE, advancing interdisciplinary collaboration. Awards & Leadership: Acatech and AcademiaNet fellowships, ESSA presidency, and leadership in international research consortia. Her work emphasizes ethical AI, societal engagement, and systemic innovation. Labs & Teams: Core leader of TISSS LAB (Technology Innovation & Simulation Science) and the Sensorithm Lab, which develop adaptive sensor systems and participatory AI tools. Collaborates globally on digital transformation and social simulation.

• Criminology
• Digital Criminology
• Sociology of Law and Deviance
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Gabriele Baratto is an Assistant Professor of Criminology at the Faculty of Law, University of Trento, where he is also a senior researcher in the eCrime research group and a member of the Centre for Security and Crime Sciences (CSSC), a joint initiative with the University of Verona. He teaches courses including Digital Criminology, Transnational Organized Crime, Urban Security, and Financial Crime, and serves as an academic specialist for the UNICRI-UPEACE LL.M. in Cybercrime and Cybersecurity. PhD in International Studies (Criminology), University of Trento (2019, cum laude) Master’s Degree in Law, University of Trento (2013, 110/110 with honors) LL.M. in Cybercrime, Cybersecurity and International Law (cum laude), UNICRI-UPEACE-CSSC Scientific High School Diploma, Giorgio Dal Piaz, Feltre (2006) His research focuses on the intersection of crime and digital society, with expertise in cybercrime, human trafficking, migrant smuggling, hate speech, counterfeit goods, urban security, and financial crime. He investigates how digital technologies transform criminal behaviors and how law enforcement and prevention strategies can adapt. His work emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches combining criminology, law, and information science. Baratto has led and contributed to numerous EU-funded research projects such as qAID (Asset and Interest Disclosure), EU CYBER VAT (VAT fraud), HATEMETER (online anti-Muslim hate), and www.surfandsound.eu (human trafficking). His recent publications and conference presentations explore deepfake pornography, conversational AI for victim support, digital human trafficking, and organized cybercrime. His work bridges academic research with practical policy and law enforcement applications. Best Workshop Presentation 2018, Italian Society of Criminology He has advised government bodies and law enforcement, including the Trento Public Prosecutor, Guardia di Finanza, and EUROPOL. He has delivered guest lectures at universities in Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK, and conducted training for police, public officials, and educators on topics like cyberbullying, human trafficking, and digital crime. He serves as a reviewer for journals such as Trends in Organised Crime and Humanities & Social Sciences Communications , and was a guest editor for a special issue on cybercrime. Baratto is actively involved in public engagement and knowledge transfer, participating in seminars, workshops, and public events on restorative justice, prison reform, and digital risks. Through his startup Intellegit, he applies research to real-world security challenges. His work consistently emphasizes the societal impact of digital crime and the need for innovative, interdisciplinary solutions.

Anke Plagnolمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Subjective well-being
• Behavioural economics
• Positive psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anke Plagnol is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at City St George’s, University of London , with a research focus at the intersection of psychology, economics, and sociology . Her work examines how individual choices —particularly regarding labour participation, financial satisfaction, gender equality , and well-being —impact life satisfaction and broader societal outcomes. Education: PhD in Economics (2007), MA in Economics (2005), BA in European Economic Studies (2001). Academic Career: Joined City University London in 2013, promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2019. Her research has been funded by the Leverhulme Trust and the Isaac Newton Trust , focusing on female labour force participation , work-life conflict , and the subjective well-being political paradox . She has also contributed to studies on immigrant satisfaction , social media effects , and volunteering behavior . Recent publications include work on financial satisfaction in Latin America , female computer science students , and health and happiness in diverse populations. Her methodological approach integrates quantitative and qualitative techniques , emphasizing the importance of mixed methods in well-being research. Key Awards: Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship (2010–2013) Isaac Newton Trust Matching Funding (2010–2013) Research Fellow at Darwin College, Cambridge

Sarah Dégallier Rochatمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Robotics
• Cobotics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sarah Dégallier Rochat is Head of the strategic thematic field 'Humane Digital Transformation' at Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH). She holds a joint appointment as Professor at the School of Engineering and Computer Science and serves as co-leader of the Computer Perception and Virtual Reality Lab (cpvrLab) within the Institute for Human-Centered Engineering. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Robotics from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) Master's in Mathematics from EPFL Teaching Diploma in Mathematics from Haute École Pédagogique de Lausanne Psychology studies at University of Lausanne Her research focuses on human-centered technological development with emphasis on: Designing inclusive human-machine interfaces through participatory approaches Developing upskilling strategies for industrial workforce adaptation Examining how techno-narratives shape societal perceptions of technology Creating collaborative robotic systems for agile manufacturing (Cobotics) Exploring mixed reality interfaces for worker augmentation Her publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus on robotics and human-centered AI, with recent works exploring human augmentation in industry, ethical AI implementation, and participatory robot programming. The trajectory shows increasing emphasis on socio-technical systems and workforce empowerment. Significant awards include: Industry 4.0 Shapers Award (2019) CHIRA Best Paper Award (2023) She leads multiple research projects funded by Innosuisse, SNF, and EU programs, including: CODIMAN (Cobotics and workplace humanization) Agile Robotics for High-Mix Low-Volume Production Upskill at Work (digital literacy initiatives) Augmented workers with mixed reality interfaces As founder of Auto-Mate Robotics, she develops flexible robotic cells for industrial applications. She co-leads the Computer Perception and VR Lab and serves on advisory boards including the Swiss Cobotics Competence Center and EUA Task Force on AI.

Daniel Grykoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Photochemistry
• Fluorescent Dyes
• Two-Photon Absorption
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Gryko leads a prominent research group at the Institute of Organic Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences, specializing in advanced functional dyes and photochemistry. His work bridges fundamental organic synthesis with practical applications in bioimaging, molecular electronics, and nanomaterials. With over 150 publications and numerous high-impact grants, including an ERC Advanced Grant and multiple Horizon Europe projects, Gryko has established himself as a leader in the field of novel chromophore design. Gryko's research focuses on developing innovative fluorescent dyes with exceptional photophysical properties, particularly exploring fluorescence of nitroaromatics, two-photon absorption phenomena, and excited-state intramolecular proton transfer (ESIPT). His group specializes in several key structural platforms including corroles, diketopyrrolopyrroles, pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyrroles, dipyrrolonaphthyridinediones, porphyrins, and coumarins. Recent work has centered on creating strongly emitting helicenes, quadrupolar dyes with unique symmetry-breaking properties, and developing specialized fluorophores for super-resolution microscopy applications. Analysis of Gryko's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on molecular design strategies for controlling photophysical behavior. His group frequently employs π-expansion techniques, heteroatom doping, and strategic substitution patterns to tune emission properties. A significant portion of their work focuses on overcoming traditional limitations in fluorophore design, such as the non-fluorescence of nitroaromatics, through innovative molecular architectures. Gryko has received prestigious recognition including an ERC Advanced Grant for the ARCHIMEDES project targeting NIR-II emission efficiency, multiple Horizon Europe grants, and the TEAM grant from the Foundation for Polish Science supporting development of fluorescent probes for super-resolution microscopy. His group's work has resulted in numerous publications in top-tier journals including Journal of the American Chemical Society , Chemical Science , and Angewandte Chemie . Professor Gryko actively mentors a diverse research team including PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators worldwide. His group has secured substantial funding including Horizon Europe grants for PhotoBrane and APACE projects, ERC funding, and multiple Polish National Science Centre grants. Current projects focus on developing novel fluorescent probes for super-resolution microscopy, creating bio-mimetic sunlight-pumped lasers, and designing photo-switchable membranes for molecular separation. The Gryko group operates a well-equipped laboratory focused on organic synthesis and photophysical characterization. Their work spans from fundamental molecular design to practical applications in bioimaging and materials science. Recent expansions of their research program include development of probes for detecting SARS-CoV-2 proteases, demonstrating the group's ability to pivot toward addressing pressing societal challenges.

Romilla Syedمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cybersecurity
• Digital Organization
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Romilla Syed is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director for MS programs in Information Technology and Business Analytics, as well as certificate programs in Cybersecurity and Business Analytics at the University of Massachusetts Boston's College of Management, Department of Management Science & Information Systems. She was the 2024-25 Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and has established herself as a leading researcher in cybersecurity, digital organization, and computational analytics. Dr. Syed received her PhD and MS in Computer Information Systems from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her educational background has provided a strong foundation for her interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, security, and social dynamics. Dr. Syed's research centers on cybersecurity and the bright and dark sides of digital platforms. She employs computational, data analytics, and artificial intelligence-based approaches to pursue an interdisciplinary research agenda with the overarching goal of monitoring and protecting the digital information space. Her work spans three key themes: Digital Organizing, which examines how digital tools and platforms support or deter efforts toward societal goals; Cybersecurity, which investigates individual and organizational security through behavioral and design science lenses; and Computational Analytics, which focuses on advanced computational techniques to analyze complex datasets. Her research on designing artificial intelligence applications to counter fabricated dissent while preserving democratic discourses has garnered external funding from several organizations. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on how digital platforms shape social movements, cybersecurity practices, and information dissemination. Recent work shows increasing attention to health misinformation during the pandemic, toxic speech in political discourse, and the application of AI to combat digital misinformation. Her research bridges technical and social perspectives, often employing mixed-method approaches that combine computational analysis with theoretical frameworks from social sciences. Dr. Syed's scholarly contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards: Best Paper Award at the Academy of Management Best Track Paper Award at the Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity (2024-25) As Graduate Program Director, Dr. Syed oversees the MS Information Technology and MS Business Analytics programs, as well as certificate programs in Cybersecurity and Business Analytics. Her research has received external funding for projects related to AI applications for countering digital disinformation while preserving democratic discourse. She serves on the editorial boards of several leading journals and conferences in her field, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in information systems and cybersecurity. Dr. Syed's work involves interdisciplinary collaboration across computer science, social sciences, and information systems, reflecting the complex nature of digital security and organization challenges in contemporary society.

Wolfgang Epplerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Transformation
• Technology Assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wolfgang Eppler is a Researcher at the Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where he has been working since 2023. His research focuses on the societal implications of digital technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Prior to his current position, he served in various leadership roles related to staff representation at KIT and its predecessor institutions. Dr. Eppler received his education at the University of Stuttgart, where he completed his computer science studies from 1980 to 1986. He then worked as a research assistant at the University of Karlsruhe and the Research Center for Information Technology (FZI) from 1987 to 1993, during which time he earned his doctorate on the topic of "Pre-structuring of neural networks with fuzzy logic." Dr. Eppler's research spans multiple domains at the intersection of technology and society. His early work focused on neural networks, fuzzy logic, and their applications in areas such as electronic noses, medical imaging, and high-energy physics data processing. In recent years, his research has shifted toward technology assessment, particularly examining the societal impacts of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and the governance of emerging technologies. His interdisciplinary approach combines technical expertise with social science perspectives to address complex questions about the role of technology in society. Analysis of Dr. Eppler's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the ethical, governance, and societal implications of artificial intelligence. His 2024-2025 work addresses critical issues such as EU AI regulation, generative AI for technology assessment, the grounding of large language models, and algorithmic bias. This represents an evolution from his earlier technical work on neural networks and data processing systems toward more policy-oriented research that bridges technical and social dimensions of technological change. Throughout his career, Dr. Eppler has been actively involved in institutional governance and staff representation. From 2009 to 2023, he served as Chairman of the Staff Council at KIT, and from 2005 to 2009 as Chairman of the Works Council at the Karlsruhe Research Center. His publications on university governance, particularly regarding the KIT merger and models for democratic science institutions, reflect his practical experience and theoretical interest in participatory decision-making in academic settings. Dr. Eppler is a member of the Research Group "Digital Technologies and Social Change" at ITAS, where he contributes to projects examining the societal dimensions of technological innovation. His interdisciplinary background enables him to bridge technical and social science perspectives in assessing emerging technologies.

BRUNO DUPIREمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Volatility Modeling
• Stochastic Volatility
• Financial Derivatives
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bruno Dupire is a Lecturer and influential figure in quantitative finance, currently affiliated with Bloomberg in New York since 2004. He previously led derivatives research teams at Société Générale, Paribas, and Nikko FP. His groundbreaking work on volatility modeling includes the Local Volatility Model (1993) and subsequent advancements in stochastic volatility and volatility derivatives. Fields: Volatility Modeling, Stochastic Volatility, Financial Derivatives Scientific Awards: Risk magazine Hall of Fame (2002) Wilmott Award for Cutting Edge Research (2006) ICBI Global Derivatives Industry Survey recognition (2006) His research focuses on extending the Black-Scholes-Merton framework, developing Monte Carlo methodologies, and exploring arbitrage pricing models. Recent publications analyze free boundary problems, path-dependent options, and optimal process approximation techniques.

Seth Lazarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• AI Ethics
• Ethics of War
• Risk Ethics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Seth Lazar serves as Professor of Philosophy at the Australian National University, holding an Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowship. He maintains dual prestigious affiliations as Distinguished Research Fellow at the University of Oxford Institute for Ethics in AI and Visiting Faculty Researcher at Google DeepMind. Additionally, he contributes as Nonresident Scholar in the Technology and International Affairs Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, focusing on AI governance and ethical frameworks. His research program bridges philosophical rigor with technical AI challenges through the Machine Intelligence and Normative Theory (MINT) Lab, which he founded. Lazar's work critically examines ethics of war, risk assessment, and AI safety, with publications spanning elite philosophy journals ( Noûs , Philosophy & Public Affairs ) and top computer science venues (ICML, ACM FAccT). His interdisciplinary approach integrates normative theory with practical AI system design. Recent publications reveal three dominant trajectories: anticipatory ethics frameworks for emerging technologies, institutional governance of AI agents, and democratic value preservation in algorithmic societies. Lazar consistently argues for proactive ethical interventions rather than reactive measures, emphasizing institutional adaptation to novel agent types with non-human cognitive profiles. His scientific recognition includes: Australian Research Council Future Fellowship University of Oxford Institute for Ethics in AI Distinguished Research Fellowship Lazar directs the MINT Lab's research agenda on AI safety and normative theory, supported by his ARC Fellowship grant. His collaborations with Google DeepMind and Oxford focus on translating philosophical insights into technical specifications for agent governance. Current projects examine democratic accountability in language model systems and institutional redesign for human-AI cohabitation, with emphasis on preventing platform monopolization of user-agent relationships.

John P. McCormickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Thought Renaissance Florence
• Machiavelli Studies
• Continental Political Theory Weimar Germany
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John P. McCormick is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago , renowned for his groundbreaking work in Machiavelli studies , continental political theory , and democratic reform . His scholarship interrogates historical mechanisms for elite accountability and proposes modern institutional adaptations to counteract economic and political inequality . Key research areas: Political thought in Renaissance Florence (Machiavelli & Guicciardini) Weimar Germany and Central European emigre theory Philosophy/sociology of law Normative dimensions of European integration Contemporary democratic theory McCormick's 15 most recent publications focus on Machiavellian institutional design , elite-populace dynamics , and republican governance models , with interdisciplinary extensions into software-based political analysis and medical imaging technology . His work has sparked academic debates about the democratic potential of class conflict and non-electoral representation . Notable scientific endorsements include: Adrian Vermeule (Harvard) praising his institutional design sensitivity David Armitage (Harvard) calling it a radical rethinking of aristocratic democracy Larry Bartels (Princeton) highlighting his republican tradition contributions

Peter Asaroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• Robotics
• Military Technology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Peter Asaro is an Associate Professor at The New School's School of Media Studies, specializing in the philosophy of science, technology, and media. His work focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, and the ethical, legal, and social implications of autonomous systems. He serves as Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the International Committee for Robot Arms Control (ICRAC) and has held research positions at Princeton University, Rutgers University, Umeå University, and the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Education: PhD, MCS, MA, BA His research spans military robotics, AI ethics, surveillance, and the societal impacts of automation. He has contributed to influential publications in journals like IEEE Technology & Society and Robot Law , with a focus on lethal robotics, legal liability, and privacy. Recent work includes critiques of predictive policing algorithms and autonomous weapons systems. Notable awards include the 2010 SXSW Web Interactive Awards for Technical Achievement and Best of Show for his contributions to Apple’s Siri and Microsoft’s Bing math query interfaces. He is currently writing a book on robotics and ethical intersections. Scientific Awards: 2010 SXSW Web Interactive Award for Technical Achievement 2010 SXSW Web Interactive Award for Best of Show Asaro leads funded projects like the Oral History of Robotics (IEEE & NEH) and Regulating Autonomous Artificial Agents (Future of Life Institute). He also contributes to public discourse on technology through his blog and affiliation with 4TU.Ethics and ICRAC.

Carlos Aguiarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Social Interaction Design
• Assistive Technologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carlos Aguiar serves as Assistant Professor in the Industrial Design Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's School of Art and Design, with affiliate status in Informatics at the School of Information Sciences. He directs the Design, Technology, and Society Lab, where he investigates human-artifact interactions through critical design frameworks and cyber-physical systems development. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Design & Human Behavior from Cornell University (2021) with minors in Science and Technology Studies and Information Science, an M.S. in Design Computing from the University of Washington (2017), and a Bachelor's in Architecture & Urbanism from Brazil's Universidade Estácio de Sá (2012). Aguiar's research integrates Science and Technology Studies, Design Philosophy, and Critical Theory to develop technologies that foster social change while examining material culture's societal implications. His dual-focus methodology simultaneously creates tangible artifacts that enhance human-agent-material relations and analyzes how emerging technologies shape societal structures through empirical investigation and critical reflection. This approach prioritizes inclusivity in future-making processes and examines emergent behaviors in technological appropriation. His publication trajectory (2016-2024) reveals consistent advancement in human-computer interaction, particularly in assistive technologies for rehabilitation and autism support, social interaction design in public spaces, and architectural robotics for community building. Key thematic developments include the evolution from single-user wearable devices (Erglove, GripAid) to community-scale cyber-physical systems (communIT, transFORM), with recent work expanding into eco-consciousness and restorative environments through socially interactive robotics. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source materials As lab director, Aguiar cultivates interdisciplinary collaboration between design, informatics, and engineering disciplines. His grant activities focus on developing cyber-physical artifacts that transform underused public spaces into community engagement hubs while addressing societal challenges through human-centered technological innovation. The Design, Technology, and Society Lab functions as an experimental platform where theoretical frameworks from STS and critical design directly inform the creation of responsive environments, objects, and spaces that actively shape social interactions and cultural practices.

James D. Herbslebمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Coordination in Software Engineering
• Socio-Technical Systems
• Open Source Software Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

James D. Herbsleb is a Professor at the Software and Societal Systems Department within the School of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on the intersection of software engineering and organizational behavior, particularly in distributed and open source contexts. Research Interests: Coordination theory in software development Open source ecosystems and transparency practices Global software team dynamics Socio-technical systems design Architectural knowledge management Scientific Awards: SIGSOFT Outstanding Research Award (2016) Alan Newell Award for Research Excellence (2014) Distinguished Paper Award at ICSE 2011 Most Influential Paper Award at ICSE 2010 Best Paper Award at Academy of Management 2010 Advising and Grants: Herbsleb has advised numerous PhD students and postdocs who now hold positions at institutions like Google, University of Texas at Austin, and Oregon State University. His research has been funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) , Sloan Foundation , Accenture , Bosch , Google , Siemens , and IBM . Key projects include Personalized Information Access for Online Deliberation (2013) and Designing Transparent Work Environments (2013).

Heather Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Distributed Systems
• Concurrent Programming
• Programming Languages
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Heather Miller is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Software and Societal Systems Department within Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science. Her academic journey includes prior roles as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Northeastern University's College of Computer and Information Science and as Executive Director of the Scala Center at EPFL. Miller's research centers on distributed and concurrent computation through the lens of programming languages, with particular emphasis on data-centric systems, big data processing, and edge computing. A defining theme throughout her work is composability - enabling construction of complex distributed systems through composition of components that are correct by construction. Her projects span distributable closures, flexible serialization techniques, futures and promises for asynchronous programming, and deterministic concurrent dataflow models. Her recent publications demonstrate strong trends in applying programming language theory to practical distributed systems challenges, with increasing focus on WebAssembly instrumentation, microservice resilience, and language model pipelines. This evolution reflects her commitment to bridging theoretical foundations with real-world system requirements. Dahl-Nygaard Junior Prize (2023) Mentorship forms a significant component of Miller's academic work. She actively supervises multiple PhD, MS, and undergraduate researchers at CMU, including Christopher Meiklejohn, Matthew Weidner, Huairui Qui, Ria Pradeep, and Luke Dramko. Her service contributions span numerous top-tier conferences including PLDI, SPLASH, ECOOP, and ICSE where she has served as committee member, chair, and keynote speaker. Miller co-founded the Curry On conference to foster industry-academia dialogue, hosting successful editions in Prague, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, and London. She leads research groups focused on distributed programming models and maintains strong industry connections through Two Sigma, where she holds an affiliation. Her work consistently emphasizes practical open-source implementations, primarily within the Scala ecosystem where she's been a core contributor since 2011.

• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
• Pattern Recognition
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Zhidong Li is a prominent researcher at the Data Science Institute within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia. With over a decade of experience in data science and machine learning, he leads impactful research bridging theoretical advancements with practical applications across multiple critical infrastructure domains. Dr. Li earned his PhD from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, and previously served as a senior engineer at Data61, CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation), Australia's federal government agency for scientific research. His research spans machine learning, data mining, pattern recognition, image processing, and human-computer interaction with applications in water, gas, traffic, urbanization, visitor economy, agriculture, environment, finance, property market, railway, law, electric and health sectors. His work particularly focuses on developing interpretable AI models, temporal point processes, and practical applications for smart infrastructure management. His extensive publication record reveals strong thematic consistency in applying advanced machine learning techniques to infrastructure management problems, with particular emphasis on water systems. His research demonstrates progression from fundamental algorithm development toward increasingly sophisticated applications with real-world impact, especially in temporal modeling, graph neural networks, and fairness in AI systems. Scientific Awards 2022 R&D Excellence Award NSW Water Award 2021 UTS Medal for Research Impact for the Vice-Chancellor's Awards for Research Excellence 2018 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Excellence in Data Science 2019 Victorian iAwards - Industrial & Primary Industries Merit for 'Predictive Analytics for Water Pipe Maintenance' Multiple AWA research innovation awards (NSW, National, QLD) Dr. Li actively supervises Masters and PhD students and leads numerous funded research projects across diverse sectors. His collaborative approach is evident through partnerships with water utilities, transport agencies, and various CRC projects focusing on Food Agility, Digital Finance, and Smartcrete. His work on the world's first independently-audited ethical talent AI in partnership with Reejig demonstrates his commitment to translating research into real-world solutions that address societal challenges while maintaining ethical standards.