Jiri Srba is a Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Computer Science, part of the Technical Faculty of IT and Design. He leads research in the Distributed, Embedded and Intelligent Systems group and contributes to projects like "ControLing wAter In an uRban Environment" and "Collective Adaptive System SynThesIs using Non-zero-sum Games". His office is located at Selma Lagerløfs Vej 300, 9220 Aalborg Øst, Denmark. Contact him at +4599409851 or srba@cs.aau.dk. His core research focuses on formal methods and applied computer science: Model checking and verification of concurrent systems Petri nets and their applications Network protocol verification and synthesis Distributed system correctness Automated reasoning for industrial systems His publication record shows strong emphasis on network verification, model checking optimization, and applying formal methods to environmental systems. Recent work integrates computer science with sustainable engineering, particularly in water management systems and energy control.
Martin Nordal Petersen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering , Technical University of Denmark (DTU) . His work spans Internet of Things (IoT) , optical networking , and wireless communication systems, with notable contributions to LoRa , NB-IoT , and LPWAN technologies. He actively supervises PhD projects on topics such as machine learning in IoT edge devices , secure 5G communication , and smart community architectures . Active projects (2024–2027): Machine Learning in IoT Edge Devices , Deterministic and Secure 5G Communication Finished projects (2021–2024; 2018–2021; 2015–2018): Reliable M2M/IoT Communication , Smart Communities , IoT 100% , Network Slicing His research explores: IoT Reliability : Multi-RAT communication, backup systems, and signal propagation Optical Networks : Alien wavelength integration, SDN control, and network emulation platforms Wireless Innovation : GPS-free geolocation, maritime NB-IoT use cases, and multimode fiber distribution Current collaborations emphasize cross-disciplinary applications of IoT in healthcare , industrial ergonomics , and smart environments .
Lars Dittmann is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), leading the Networks Technology and Service Platforms section. His work bridges advanced networking technologies with real-world applications in healthcare and transportation. Academic Role: Professor, Head of Section University: Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Department: Networks Technology and Service Platforms Research Interests: Professor Dittmann specializes in Software-Defined Networking (SDN) , 5G and IoT technologies , and energy-efficient network design , with a focus on applications in telemedicine and transportation systems . His work integrates machine learning for privacy-preserving traffic analysis and explores optical networks for high-bandwidth scenarios. Scientific Contributions: His recent publications emphasize green cellular networks using SDN/NFV/C-RAN, IoT benchmarking for coverage and mobility, and secure edge architectures for railways. Collaborative projects like the Future Patient telerehabilitation program highlight his interdisciplinary impact. Supervision: He supervises PhD candidates such as Radheshyam Singh, focusing on SDN-based IoT security and 5G network optimization. Labs & Projects: Leads initiatives like EXplorative network PLAnnINg and Broadband Trial Integration , addressing challenges in network reliability , emergency communication , and optical data center scaling .
Henrik Wessing serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in optical network infrastructure and high-speed networking solutions. His research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable network design and energy-efficient communications. Education: Ph.D. in control of optical infrastructures, DTU (2001-2006) M.Sc.E.E. in communications, DTU (1995-2000) Student degree, Amtsgymnasiet i Solrød (1990-1993) Military service, Kgs. Artilleri Regiment (1994-...) Wessing's research centers on optical network innovation and next-generation network management , with critical contributions to power efficiency in core networks, heterogeneous multi-domain control planes, and optical packet switching. His work bridges theoretical design and industrial implementation, particularly in carrier ethernet transport and IPTV resilience systems. Current investigations focus on software-defined networking integration and alien wavelength applications in national research infrastructures. Analysis of his 2015-2021 publications reveals dominant trends in hybrid network monitoring (SDN/MPLS convergence), multi-tenant performance localization , and open optical line system optimization . These works demonstrate consistent emphasis on practical network telemetry solutions, service provider challenges, and cost-effective architectural transitions for future networks. Awards: Otto Mønsted Travel Grant (2007-2009) Wessing has supervised 1 Ph.D. candidate, 29 M.Sc. students, and 2 B.Sc. projects while teaching 12 specialized courses. His grant leadership includes European projects (MUPBED, ALPHA) and Danish-funded initiatives: Major Projects: Road to 100 Gigabit Ethernet (2008-), HIPT for IPTV/VoIP (2006-2010) Industry Collaboration: Alcatel partnerships on optical wavelength converters and 3R regeneration He maintains active industry engagement through European consortia and NREN collaborations, focusing on real-world deployment of control plane architectures and optical network verification systems.
Jimmy Jessen Nielsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems at Aalborg University, under The Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Denmark. His research focuses on wireless communications, particularly in ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC), 5G/6G networks, Internet of Things (IoT), satellite communications, and energy-autonomous networks. He is actively involved in several EU- and ESA-funded research initiatives such as PAINLESS, WILLOW, ONE5G, and SATNEX V, where he serves as principal investigator or key participant. His research interests lie at the intersection of wireless access technologies, network optimization, and cyber-physical systems. He explores topics including network slicing, UAV-based access points, software-defined radio, and indoor localization using building plans. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in Communication and Informatics, Mathematics and Statistics, and Energy Engineering. His recent publications show a strong trend toward real-time adaptive networking, human-in-the-loop control over wireless links, and infrastructure-less communication systems. These works often involve collaborations with leading researchers such as Petar Popovski and Bosch Soret, and are published in high-impact IEEE venues including IEEE Transactions on Haptics and IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award (2021) – for research on Micro Aerial Vehicle Networks and Access Points Nielsen has supervised and examined multiple PhD students and has been an active academic reviewer and committee member. He led the Department of Electronic Systems as chair starting in 2022 and has participated in numerous PhD defenses as both internal and external examiner. He also contributes to public discourse through media appearances on topics like Wi-Fi optimization and future mobile networks for robotics. He is affiliated with the Connectivity section at Aalborg University and maintains an active research profile with ongoing projects extending into 2025. His work emphasizes practical, deployable solutions for next-generation communication systems.
Mahshid Javidsharifi is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, specializing in the Electric Power Systems and Microgrids department. Her expertise spans energy microgrids, renewable energy systems, and sustainable development. She has contributed to projects like LastWind (Ethiopian wind power integration) and Photovoltaic Energy Supply for Future Energy Neutral Base Stations , focusing on optimizing energy systems and enhancing grid reliability. Javidsharifi holds a Marie Skłodowska–Curie PhD Fellowship and has published extensively on microgrid management, battery degradation effects, and UAV-based energy solutions. Her research interests include: Multi-node microgrid operation under normal/abnormal conditions Integration of photovoltaic systems and battery storage Optimization algorithms for energy efficiency Cybersecurity in energy systems Key projects include leading PAINLESS (autonomous energy systems for infrastructure-less networks) and participating in LastWind , demonstrating her focus on sustainable energy solutions for telecommunications and developing regions. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly clean energy access and environmental sustainability. Publications highlight her contributions to energy management strategies, stochastic optimization, and renewable integration. Awards include the prestigious Marie Skłodowska–Curie Fellowship, underscoring her academic and practical impact in energy research.
Peter Koch is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University, affiliated with The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His expertise spans Electronics, Signal Processing, and Software Defined Radio. He holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering (1996) and an MSc in Electronic Engineering (1989). Research focuses on digital filters, superconducting circuits, and embedded systems. Notable projects include SENSATION (self-sustaining computation systems) and GATOSS (air traffic optimization via satellite surveillance). He received the 2020 Teacher of the Year award at the Faculty of Engineering and Science. Key projects: 19 initiatives since 2001 Publications: 82 works, including 2025 Journal of Instrumentation study on superconducting circuits Active in IEEE and EURASIP conferences Advises 1 PhD student and contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations in superconductivity and AI-driven signal processing.
Philippe Bonnet is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science (DIKU) at the University of Copenhagen since 2023, where he is affiliated with the Programming Languages and Theory of Computation section. Previously, he served as a Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen from 2009 to 2023 and as an Associate Professor at DIKU from 2001 to 2009. His academic journey began with a PhD from Universite Savoie Grenoble, France in 1999. Education: PhD from Universite Savoie Grenoble, France (1999) Philippe Bonnet is an experimental computer scientist with expertise in database systems and storage system software. His research focuses on the intersection of database systems and storage technologies, with significant contributions to the uFlip Benchmark, Linux multiqueue block layer, Linux framework for Open-Channel SSDs, OX architecture for computational storage, xNVMe library, and Delilah prototype for eBPF offload. His work spans database tuning, sensor networks (Cougar project at Cornell, Hogthrob and Mana projects at U.Copenhagen), and edge-based AI for predictive maintenance through the DAPHNE Project. His technical contributions bridge theoretical computer science with practical systems development. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating database systems with advanced storage technologies, particularly focusing on computational storage, CXL integration, and reliability mechanisms between databases and SSDs. His work bridges computer architecture, operating systems, and database systems to create more efficient data processing infrastructures, with increasing emphasis on edge-based applications and reproducibility in computer science research. Scientific Awards: ACM SIGMOD Contribution Award (2020) Professor Bonnet has served in numerous editorial and committee roles, including as Editor of Big Data Research Journal since 2021, Member of the VLDB Endowment (2020-2025), Member of ACM EIGREP, and long-standing involvement with ACM conferences. His work on the DAPHNE Project focuses on creating an open and extensible system infrastructure for integrated data analysis pipelines, particularly for edge-based AI applications in predictive maintenance. He co-authored a book on database tuning with Dennis Shasha and has been instrumental in advancing storage system software through multiple high-impact projects and collaborations.
Alceste Scalas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on formal methods in concurrency, multiparty session types, distributed systems, and programming language theory. Scalas leads the Software Systems Engineering group and actively supervises PhD students in areas such as secure distributed systems and formal verification of communication protocols. His work integrates theoretical contributions (e.g., process algebra formalisms, Petri net encodings) with practical applications like verified network APIs and automated test synthesis for RESTful systems. Recent projects include COTS (OpenAPI test synthesis) and P4R-Type (verified P4 control plane tools). Scalas' research has been applied to secure cloud-edge systems (TaRDIS project), hybrid verification methodologies, and SDN protocol validation. He co-develops tools like Effpi for verified message-passing programs and PSTMonitor for session-type monitoring. He supervises PhD candidates working on secure distributed applications, formal methods in blockchain (Algorand smart contracts), and concurrency patterns in actor systems. His work bridges theoretical computer science with real-world system verification challenges.
Jacopo Mauro is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark. His research focuses on Cybersecurity, DevOps, Formal Methods, and Serverless Computing, with a strong emphasis on microservices, constraint programming, and cloud application deployment. Active Projects: Involved in initiatives like the Danish Cybersecurity Challenge 2022-24 (CyberSkills Career), DIREC PHD Summer School, and ASCD (Assessment on the Status of CyberSecurity in Denmark). Research Output: Authored 82 publications, including 52 articles in proceedings, 20 journal articles, and 7 book chapters. Collaborates extensively on microservice security, scheduling policies, and formal verification. Recent Work Highlights: His 2024-2026 publications analyze serverless scheduling, choreography-defined networks, and formal allocation policies, reflecting trends in cost-aware systems, edge computing, and topological constraints. Teaching: Has taught courses on Microservices, DevOps, Programming Languages, and Microservice Programming at SDU. External Engagement: Frequently cited in Danish media on cybersecurity topics, including contributions to discussions on cyber warfare, ransomware threats, and national security.
Juan Jose Vegas Olmos serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems at Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Denmark. His research and academic activities are centered in Copenhagen (Frederikskaj 12, 2450 København SV) with email contact olmos@es.aau.dk. His research spans Photonics, 5G networks, Network Security, High-Performance Computing, and Quantum Communications. Key contributions include Bit Error Rate optimization, Spectral Efficiency enhancement, and Multiuser Systems design, with fingerprint analysis showing strong emphasis on Photonics (89%) and 5G (79%). His work bridges theoretical concepts like Multiplexing with practical applications in data center infrastructure. Recent publications (2024) demonstrate a clear trajectory toward secure, high-speed data center technologies, focusing on DPU acceleration, quantum-resilient communications, and MPI optimization. These works reveal increasing integration of Hardware-Software co-design for network performance. He actively supervises PhD candidates including Jerónimo Sánchez García and Dimosthenis Iliadis-Apostolidis (since 2023). His project involvement includes the 2020 Danish-Japanese Network on Security and Cyber-security in Networks, addressing critical infrastructure challenges in Network Monitoring and Data Integrity.
Ole Kiel Jensen is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Electronic Systems, under The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on antennas, propagation, millimetre-wave systems, and AI-driven RF-sensors. He has been involved in projects such as the Modular Advanced Radio for Satellite Services (MARS2) and ETCaM, addressing satellite communications, power amplifier efficiency, and flexible transceiver systems. Education: Civilingeniør (Engineering Diploma), Aalborg University His research interests revolve around advanced RF systems, including phased arrays, power amplifiers, and digital signal processing for telecommunications. He has contributed to innovations in lightning protection systems for wind turbines and condition monitoring technologies. His work bridges theoretical advancements and practical applications in electronics and renewable energy sectors. Key projects include developing high-efficiency RF transmitters (ETCaM) and software-defined transceivers (SOFT), emphasizing software-defined radio and global positioning systems. Recent publications (2022–2025) highlight advancements in neural network-based predistortion, Gallium Nitride LNA architectures, and satellite communication signal recovery. Grants/Projects: 12 completed projects since 2001, including MARS2 (2018–2023), ETCaM (2014–2017), and SOFT (2014–2016). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on antenna design, millimetre-wave systems, and AI-driven sensor technologies. Active in patenting innovations, such as lightning protection devices for wind turbines (2023–2025).
Jan H. Mikkelsen is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Electronic Systems, part of the Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on antennas, propagation, millimeter-wave systems, RF sensors, and biomedical engineering applications such as bone fracture monitoring. He has contributed to projects like the MARS2 satellite service system and the SOFT transceiver initiative, emphasizing software-defined radio and satellite communication. Key technical areas include power amplifiers, UWB technologies, RFID systems for cryogenic environments, and adaptive antenna designs using liquid metal. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, addressing challenges in mixed-signal circuit design, noise suppression, and 5G systems. Research interests span from fundamental material characterization (e.g., ferromagnetic resonance in hexaferrite crystals) to applied technologies like wearable Bluetooth earbud optimization and cryogenic RFID systems. His projects often involve collaboration with industry and government grants, such as the Danish Council for Independent Research. He has published extensively on topics ranging from spin-wave RF applications to biomedical impedance measurement techniques, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in RF engineering and biomedical systems. Notable contributions include reconfigurable Yagi-Uda antennas using liquid metal and advancements in nonlinear amplifier characterization. Despite no listed awards, his work has been cited in fields like wireless sensor networks and satellite communication. He advises on projects involving UWB localization and has a lab focus on antenna design and millimeter-wave systems.
Eder Ollora Zaballa is a Senior Scientific Officer and researcher at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specifically affiliated with DTU Fotonik. His expertise spans software-defined networking, control and data plane programming, and next-generation network technologies with applications in telecommunications and transportation systems. His educational journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Engineering from the University of the Basque Country (EHU) in Bilbao, Spain, followed by a Master of Science in Telecommunication Engineering at DTU. He completed his PhD at DTU in 2022 with the thesis "Control and Data Plane Programming-driven SDN Management and Operation: A Top-Down Approach." Zaballa's research focuses on cutting-edge networking innovations including Software-Defined Networking (SDN), P4 programmable data planes, Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and their practical implementations. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, particularly in railway communication systems, cellular networks, and energy-efficient networking solutions. He has made significant contributions to open-source networking through the Open Networking Foundation ONOS community since 2016. His publication record shows a clear trajectory toward greener networking solutions, performance optimization of programmable hardware, and integration of SDN technologies in heterogeneous environments. Recent work demonstrates expertise in latency profiling of P4-based hardware, railway communication systems, and green cellular networks, with practical implications for network reliability, efficiency, and flexibility across multiple industries. Active contributor to European projects including Bandwidth-on-Demand (BoD), SDX-L2, NGPaaS, X2Rail-3, and X2Rail-5 Regular peer reviewer for Sensors journal and European Conference on Computer Systems Guest lecturer on SDN management, programmable networks, and P4 programming at multiple institutions Zaballa maintains strong international collaborations with research groups including the I2T Research Group at the University of the Basque Country, Networks and Intelligent Systems group at the University of Alcalá, and Fundació i2CAT. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in green communications and efficient network infrastructure.
Michael Stübert Berger is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on Mobile Networks, Radio Access Networks, Carrier Ethernet, Multicasting, Control Plane, Software-Defined Networking (SDN) , and Energy Engineering . He actively contributes to advancements in 5G communication , Internet of Things (IoT) , and secure infrastructure design . Current Projects : Deterministic and Secure 5G Communication (Supervisor), Reliable and Secure M2M/IoT Communication (Supervisor). Collaborations : Extensive international work in Poland and Denmark on Broadband Trials and Coaxial Modem Development . Research Trends : His recent publications emphasize green networking through SDN/NFV, energy-efficient 5G/LTE comparisons, and emergency service architectures leveraging cross-domain communication. Key subfields include Cloud-RAN , teleoperated driving , and secure infrastructure . Supervision : He advises multiple PhD students including R. Singh, E. Gottschalk, and S. C. Nwabuona on topics spanning SDN, 5G, and IoT.
