Marlene Ågerstrand is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Science , Stockholm University . Her research focuses on the science-policy interface in chemical risk assessment and management, emphasizing how scientific data inform decision-making, the effectiveness of regulatory strategies, and the role of experts in policy development. She actively collaborates with ecologists, toxicologists, chemists, political scientists, and environmental lawyers. Key affiliations: International Panel on Chemical Pollution (IPCP) Board member Co-developer of the SciRAP web tool for structured chemical evaluations Member of the Baltic Sea Fellows interdisciplinary network Research Interests include improving environmental risk assessments of chemicals, science-policy interactions in chemical management, and pathways to a non-toxic circular economy. She specializes in qualitative methods like document analysis and stakeholder interviews. Recent Publications span environmental quality standards under the Water Framework Directive, essential-use concepts in REACH authorization, regulatory disparities in antimicrobial substance controls, and systematic review frameworks for endocrine disruptors.
Mikael Forsman serves as Professor and Head of the Division of Ergonomics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology's School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health (CBH). With a PhD in Medical Electronics from Chalmers University (1995), he has specialized in ergonomics research since 1994, developing both advanced research methods and practical tools for practitioners. His work spans laboratory experiments, field studies, and participative interventions at individual and organizational levels. M.Sc. (E. Eng.) from Chalmers University of Technology, Göteborg (1987) Ph.D. in Medical Electronics from Chalmers University of Technology (1995) Docent of Ergonomics, Department of Human Factors Engineering (1999) Forsman's research centers on reliable measurement methods for ergonomic risk assessment and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders. Key areas include: Development of inexpensive, user-friendly systems using microelectronics for biomechanical exposure measurement Field studies of physical and psychosocial exposures across various occupations Creation of questionnaires and investigation of correlations between work ability, musculoskeletal pain, and workload Work accident prevention and analysis Participative ergonomic interventions at multiple organizational levels Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research trends: (1) Development and validation of wearable sensor technologies for real-time ergonomic assessment; (2) Application of ergonomic principles in specialized fields like surgery, construction, and waste management; (3) Integration of human factors with digital technologies such as BIM. His work consistently bridges theoretical biomechanics with practical workplace solutions, emphasizing accessible methods for practitioners. Forsman has supervised approximately 20 master's theses and served as main supervisor for 3 doctoral theses with 8 additional co-supervised theses. Currently, he supervises 3 PhD students as main supervisor and 4 others as co-supervisor. He has led approximately 12 research projects and participated as co-applicant in about 20 projects funded by research councils. His educational contributions include responsibility for numerous master's level courses in ergonomics and work environment. As leader of KTH's Division of Ergonomics, Forsman directs research on biomechanical exposure measurement and practical ergonomic interventions. He actively promotes Nordic collaboration in ergonomics research, noting similarities in work life and research traditions across the region. Current projects include the Smart Workwear Consortium developing systems with real-time vibrotactile feedback for reducing postural exposure in industrial settings, and research on leadership aspects associated with digital technology adoption in construction.
Saad Mubeen is a Full Professor of Computer Science at Mälardalen University, Sweden, affiliated with the School of Innovation, Design and Engineering and the Division of Networked and Embedded Systems. He holds a Master's in Electrical Engineering (Embedded Systems) and a PhD in Computer Science and Engineering from Mälardalen University (2014), with a Docent title (2018) focused on vehicular embedded systems. His research emphasizes predictable embedded systems, timing analysis for real-time communication, and component-based software design. Key areas include model-driven development for automotive systems, integration of TSN/5G networks, and fault-tolerant industrial architectures. He has led projects on end-to-end timing analysis in distributed systems, ROS 2 verification, and cognitive edge-cloud scheduling. Publications span 2021–2025, focusing on real-time systems, network protocols (TSN, AVB, 5G), and industrial automation. Notable work includes frameworks for TSN configuration, fault diagnosis tools using NETCONF, and scheduling algorithms for heterogeneous edge-cloud environments. His contributions address critical challenges in timing predictability, security, and resource optimization for cyber-physical systems. Education contributions include problem-based learning modules for vehicular software engineering. He is actively involved in bridging academia and industry through collaborative research on next-generation automotive and industrial systems.
Name: Fredrik Blix Academic Rank: Associate Professor Affiliation: Department of Computer and Systems Sciences at Stockholm University Specializations: Information Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resilience, Cyber Policy, and Threat-Led Penetration Testing Research Interests: Dr. Blix focuses on advanced cybersecurity frameworks, including adaptive security models for multi-stage cyber attacks and systematic engineering approaches for cyber-physical systems. His work addresses compliance standards like NIS2 and GDPR, particularly within the Swedish automotive industry and cloud services. Notably, he developed the ASFA framework for DORA-compliant threat analysis and contributes to security-SLA monitoring in cloud environments. Notable Contributions: His research spans risk quantification models (e.g., FAIR in logistics), attack behavioral pattern analysis for critical infrastructure, and validation of offensive cyber operations frameworks. He also explores intersections between informal, formal, and technical cybersecurity components through case studies like "Special Commando Move".
Bestoun S. Ahmed Al-Beywanee is a Professor in AI and Software Engineering at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Karlstad University, Sweden. He joined the university as a Senior Lecturer in 2019, was promoted to Associate Professor in 2020, and to Professor in 2023. His roles include teaching advanced courses such as AI Engineering, Automated Software Engineering, and Software Testing Fundamentals. His research focuses on software quality assurance, trustworthy AI systems, and MLOps, with a strong emphasis on combinatorial testing, IoT systems, and applied optimization techniques. Education: BSc (Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Salahaddin-Erbil, 2004); MSc (University Putra Malaysia, 2009); PhD (Software Engineering, University Sains Malaysia, 2012). Postdoctoral research at the Swiss AI Lab IDSIA (2015) and positions at Salahaddin University and Czech Technical University further enriched his expertise. Research interests span Quality Assurance of machine learning systems, software testing methodologies, trustworthy AI, IoT system reliability, and optimization algorithms. He has pioneered frameworks like PatrIoT for IoT testing and contributed to MLOps robustness. His work integrates machine learning with anomaly detection, adaptive systems, and industrial applications. Recent articles highlight advancements in data-driven heat pump management, MLOps robustness, and edge-cloud AR/VR optimization. Collaborations include projects on digital twins, smart manufacturing, and industrial IoT. His contributions bridge theoretical research with practical industrial solutions, emphasizing system reliability and AI ethics.
Lars-Henrik Eriksson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Uppsala University, part of the Department of Information Technology. He holds a PhD and is recognized as an Excellent Teacher and educational mentor. He currently serves as the program director for the Master's program in Computer Science and has previously held leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Computer Science from 2004 to 2018. PhD in Computer Science Excellent Teacher Award Pedagogical Mentor at Uppsala University His research focuses on the applications of logic in computer science, particularly formal methods for software development. His work spans formal specification, verification, and synthesis, with strong emphasis on logic programming, interactive theorem proving, and logical frameworks. He has made significant contributions to the use of formal methods in safety-critical domains such as railway signaling. His current research includes modeling application domains within formal methods and formalizing concurrency theory using the Isabelle proof assistant. The recent publications reflect a sustained focus on modal logics for nominal transition systems, formal verification tools (e.g., GTO), and domain-specific applications of formal methods. These works demonstrate deep integration of theoretical logic and practical software engineering, especially in distributed and safety-critical systems. The recurring themes include concurrency, verification, and the use of domain models to enhance formal reasoning. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Excellent Teacher Pedagogical Mentor Lars-Henrik Eriksson has advised numerous students through project supervision, thesis reviews, and course mentorship, though no formal list of advisees is provided. He has been involved in significant research management, including leading the department and directing a master’s program. He has also collaborated with industry, particularly in railway signaling, contributing to safety analysis and formal verification projects with Trafikverket and through companies he co-founded. He is a board member of Formal Methods Europe and served as program committee chair for the FME Symposium 2002 (part of FLoC’02). His work bridges academia and industry, especially in the application of formal methods to real-world engineering challenges.
Paolo Monti is a Professor and Head of the Optical Networks Unit at Chalmers University of Technology's Department of Communications, Antennas and Optical Networks. With extensive expertise in optical communication infrastructures, he leads research focusing on energy efficiency, network resiliency, programmability, automation, and techno-economics of optical networks. His work spans multiple international collaborations with funding from major research bodies across EU, USA, and Asia. Professor Monti's research interests center around next-generation optical networking technologies. His work explores the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning with optical networks, quantum-classical network convergence, 6G infrastructure development, and network automation. His research addresses critical challenges in network energy consumption, reliability under failure conditions, and cost-effective deployment strategies for emerging communication technologies. The research group under his leadership develops frameworks for optical network monitoring, security, and resource optimization using advanced computational techniques. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward AI/ML integration with optical networking, with significant focus on quality of transmission estimation, network automation, and 6G readiness. His work increasingly combines quantum technologies with classical optical networks while addressing practical implementation challenges in multi-band elastic optical networks. The publications demonstrate a progression from theoretical network design to practical implementations with real-world validation. Professor Monti has received recognition as a Senior Member of IEEE, highlighting his contributions to the field of communications and networking. As an academic leader, Professor Monti has been involved as Principal Investigator, co-PI, and main technical leader in numerous national and international projects. His educational contributions include teaching courses at undergraduate, Master's, and PhD levels, as well as developing ICT-focused education programs. His research has been supported by major funding bodies including the European Commission, VINNOVA, and Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology. The Optical Networks Unit under Professor Monti's leadership operates as a vibrant research environment focusing on both theoretical and experimental aspects of next-generation optical communications. The unit maintains strong collaborations with industry partners and academic institutions worldwide, participating in multiple EU-funded projects and national initiatives focused on quantum communications and 6G infrastructure.
Dario Salvi serves as an Associate Professor at Malmö University's Faculty of Technology and Society within the Department of Computer Science and Media Technology. His academic work focuses on Information Systems, Digital Health Software Engineering, eHealth, Computer Sciences, and Interaction Design. Dr. Salvi holds a PhD in biomedical engineering with a background as a telecom engineer. His specialization centers on software engineering and hardware prototyping for healthcare applications and social good. His research bridges technological innovation with practical healthcare solutions, particularly in mobility assessment and patient monitoring systems. His research interests focus on developing technological solutions for healthcare applications, with emphasis on creating sensor-based systems for functional capacity testing, mobility assessment, and patient monitoring. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, biomedical engineering, and clinical healthcare applications, with particular relevance to rehabilitation and chronic disease management. Dr. Salvi's publication record shows consistent output in healthcare technology, with recent work examining sensorized mats for mobility testing, inertial positioning systems for walk tests, and mobile applications for Parkinson's disease management. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward developing objective, reliable measurement systems for clinical mobility assessments. Dr. Salvi actively participates in several significant research initiatives including the ePROPP project (eHealth for Preventing and Reducing Orofacial Pain in the Population), research on Multistakeholder perspectives and experience of trust in digital health and AI, and development of Intelligent and Trustworthy IoT Systems. His work contributes directly to the Sustainable Digitalisation Research Centre's mission of studying both social and technological aspects of sustainable digital transformation. Dr. Salvi collaborates with the Sustainable Digitalisation Research Centre, which examines the intersection of technology and society to promote sustainable digital solutions. His research environment also connects with the UNITA platform focusing on inflammatory bowel disease, demonstrating his work's broader applicability across healthcare domains.
Dr. Jesper Andersson is a Professor of Computer Science and Dean of the Faculty of Technology at Linnaeus University. He holds a PhD from Linköping University (2007) and has extensive leadership experience, serving as Department Chair from 2013–2020. His research focuses on self-adaptive software systems, software reuse, and cyber-physical systems. He has published widely in top venues like ACM Transactions on Autonomous and Adaptive Systems and Computing , and actively contributes to organizing international conferences. Education: Responsible for advanced courses in software design and development processes. Engaged with industry through technical advising for global companies. Completed major projects include developing a master’s program in computer science and the PROSSES project on self-protecting systems. Current research projects include Digital Twin of Organizations (DTO), DIACCESS for sustainable cities, and Aladino for adaptable architectures. His work emphasizes resilience frameworks, decentralized control, and industrial adaptation practices. Key collaborations include leading the AdaptWise research group and co-chairing SEAMS 2023. His articles span self-adaptive patterns, trust-aware systems, and IoT applications, reflecting a strong focus on both theoretical and applied software engineering challenges.
Marie Wiberg is a Professor of Statistics with a specialty in Psychometrics at the Department of Statistics, Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE) at Umeå University, Sweden. She holds a PhD in Statistics from Umeå University (2003) and has held academic positions there since 2003, advancing from Lecturer (2004–2005) to Assistant Professor (2006–2010), Associate Professor (2010–2015), and full Professor (2015–present). She has also held visiting roles at McGill University (2005) and the University of Twente (2006). Her research focuses on educational measurement and psychometrics , with emphasis on test equating , item response theory (both parametric and nonparametric), and international large-scale assessments like PISA and TIMSS. She has contributed to methodological advancements in kernel equating, statistical modeling, and the analysis of educational data. Her work bridges theoretical psychometrics with practical applications in standardized testing and policy analysis. Prof. Wiberg has supervised numerous PhD students, including Gabriel Wallin (2020), Jonathan Wedman (2017), and Inga Laukityte (2017). She actively contributes to academic governance, serving as an editor for journals like Behaviormetrika and on editorial boards for International Journal of Testing . Her awards include the Young Researcher Career Award (2008) and the Royal Skyttean Prize (2008). She is also a former member of Sweden’s Young Academy (2014–2018). Her research projects include developing statistical methods for standardized achievement tests (2020–2025) and analyzing Swedish student performance in international assessments (2007–2012). She collaborates internationally, with publications in Applied Psychological Measurement , Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics , and others.
Damien Motte serves as a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Design Sciences within Lund University's Faculty of Engineering (LTH), Sweden. His role integrates teaching innovation with research in engineering design and product development methodologies across industrial contexts. His academic credentials include: PhD in Product Development from Lund University Research Master in Industrial Engineering from École Centrale Paris MSc in Industrial Engineering from École des Mines d’Albi Motte's research spans production engineering, human work science, and ergonomics with emphasis on agile transformation in manufacturing, 3D food printing applications, and AI-enhanced failure analysis. His work bridges technical design processes with organizational behavior and business model innovation, particularly examining knowledge boundaries in large-scale transformations and emerging technologies' impact on traditional engineering practices. Recent publications reveal an interdisciplinary trajectory connecting engineering design with business strategy and organizational dynamics. Key trends include applying agile principles to hardware development, leveraging additive manufacturing for sustainable food systems, and integrating large language models into reliability engineering frameworks—demonstrating consistent focus on methodological innovation at the intersection of human factors and technical systems. No scientific awards were documented in available sources. Motte actively contributes to academic development through PhD supervision and editorial work. He has served as second supervisor for four doctoral candidates while maintaining editorial board membership for the International Journal of Design Creativity and Innovation, reflecting commitment to both research mentorship and scholarly discourse. No dedicated laboratory or research team affiliations were specified in the source material.
Dr. Steven Miller serves as a Senior Lecturer and Docent at Stockholm University 's Department of Economic History and International Relations. His research investigates the intersection of international conflict and political behavior through statistical analysis and machine learning methodologies. His recent work focuses on constructing comprehensive datasets like the Militarized Interstate Events (MIE) dataset and Militarized Interstate Confrontation (MIC) dataset , both covering 1816-2014 with innovative fatality estimation and dyadic conflict modeling. He also developed the {peacesciencer} R package for peace science data creation. NSF-funded research featured in The New York Times and The Washington Post Specializes in conflict evolution, territorial threats, and authoritarian belief adoption Contributes to quantitative methodology in political science through open-source tools
Ibrahim Orhan serves as a Lecturer at KTH Royal Institute of Technology within the Division of Health Informatics and Logistics. His primary responsibilities include teaching core courses such as Communication Networks (HE1033), Mobile Communications and Wireless Networks (HI1035), and Routing in IP Networks (HI2002), while also supervising first-cycle degree projects in Computer and Electrical Engineering. His research centers on wireless sensor networks with specialized applications in healthcare and education. Key focus areas include time synchronization protocols for multi-sensor systems, performance monitoring in contention-based networks, and data fusion techniques for health monitoring applications like fall detection. Recent work demonstrates a strategic expansion into educational technology through serious games for engineering education. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2006-2023) reveals an evolving research trajectory: initial work concentrated on fundamental wireless network performance (2008-2011), shifting toward healthcare applications (2012-2016), and culminating in educational technology innovations (2023). Persistent themes include Bluetooth synchronization, mobile sensor integration, and quality-of-service management in resource-constrained environments. Dr. Orhan actively supervises undergraduate degree projects in computer and electrical engineering, though specific student names aren't publicly listed. His research has been supported through KTH institutional channels, with publications spanning IEEE conferences, specialized journals like the International Journal of Serious Games, and collaborative projects focused on ambient assisted living solutions.
Yuan Yao serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technology at Uppsala University, Sweden. His academic role spans teaching and research within the Computer Systems division, focusing on cutting-edge computer architecture and parallel computing systems. He maintains active collaborations across international institutions, particularly in energy-efficient hardware design and emerging computing paradigms. His educational journey includes: B.S. in Micro-electronics from Northwestern Polytechnical University, China (2009) M.S. in System-on-Chip Design from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden (2014) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from KTH Royal Institute of Technology (2019) Yao's research centers on power and thermal management for chip multi-processors, Network-on-Chips (NoCs), and GPUs. He pioneers hardware/software co-design for high-performance computing, coherency mechanisms for emerging memory technologies, and performance analysis of on-chip networks. Recent work expands into neural network acceleration and battery-less Internet of Things architectures, reflecting a trajectory toward energy-constrained specialized systems. His methodology integrates formal modeling with practical implementation for real-world impact. Publication trends reveal consistent innovation in energy efficiency across parallel architectures. From foundational DVFS techniques for NoCs (2016-2018) to recent breakthroughs in battery-less IoT (2023-2024), his work demonstrates evolutionary progression toward novel computing domains. Key thematic threads include thermal-aware optimization, memory consistency protocols, and hardware acceleration for AI workloads, with applications spanning data centers to embedded systems. Scientific recognition includes: Best paper candidate at IEEE International Symposium on High Performance Computer Architecture (HPCA) 2018 for in-network packet generation research Yao actively supervises graduate researchers and leads collaborative projects in computer architecture. His grant portfolio supports work on battery-less IoT systems and neural network accelerators, though specific funding details aren't publicly enumerated. Current projects emphasize sustainable computing through novel architectures for energy-harvesting environments. He operates within Uppsala University's Computer Systems division, contributing to research groups focused on hardware acceleration, embedded systems, and networked architectures. His lab environment fosters interdisciplinary work bridging computer architecture, energy harvesting, and machine learning for next-generation computing platforms.
Masoumeh Ebrahimi is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Division of Electronics and Embedded Systems, and holds an Adjunct Professor position at the University of Turku, Finland. She leads research in hardware acceleration, neural architecture search, and fault-tolerant systems. Her work bridges machine learning, embedded systems, and network-on-chip (NoC) design. Research Interests: Hardware-Accelerated Machine Learning 6G Network Architectures Fault-Tolerant Computing High-Performance GPU Systems Network-on-Chip (NoC) Design Federated Learning Key Projects: Co-supervisor of Hui Chen’s postdoc project Generalizing hardware acceleration for nonlinear functions . Active in Digital Futures, a cross-disciplinary center focusing on societal challenges using digital tech. Collaborates on edge computing, 6G networks, and resilient embedded systems. Labs & Teams: Core member of KTH’s Digital Futures initiative, advancing AI accelerators and next-gen communication systems. Engaged in EU-funded projects on NoC reliability and federated learning frameworks.
