جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Business Process Management
• Process Mining
• Software Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marlon Dumas is a Professor of Information Systems at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Science and Technology, with a 20-year academic career spanning Estonia and Australia. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Grenoble 1, France, and has served as Head of Chair and Programme Director in Software Engineering programs. Specializes in Business Process Management (BPM) and Process Mining Current research focuses on prescriptive process monitoring, simulation modeling, and data privacy Recipient of 25+ scientific awards, including multiple Test of Time Awards and the Estonian National Research Award in Technical Sciences Editorial leadership: Area Editor for Information Systems (Elsevier) and ERC Starting Grant Panel Chair His work bridges theoretical advancements in BPM with practical applications in financial services and anti-money laundering. He has developed tools like SIMOD, Kronos, and Kairos for process optimization and analysis. His research integrates AI/ML techniques (reinforcement learning, causal inference) with traditional process modeling. Key trends in his recent publications include: Prescriptive monitoring systems combining causal inference and machine learning Privacy-preserving process mining techniques (differential privacy, anonymization) Resource availability modeling and multi-objective process optimization LLM applications for process analysis and intervention policies Scientific honors include: 2024 BPM Best Paper & Prototype Awards 2023 ICPM Best Prototype Award 2019 ERC Advanced Grantee 2017 Estonian National Research Award in Technical Sciences 2019 MODELS Test of Time Award 2017 BPM Best Prototype Award He has mentored PhD candidates as thesis examiner and contributed to 30+ conference program committees, including General Co-Chair roles at ESEC-FSE 2019 and CAiSE 2018. His work has been supported by European Research Council grants and Estonian Science Foundation projects.

Gail E. Kaiserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Software Engineering
• Static and Dynamic Program Analysis
• Software Testing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gail E. Kaiser is a Professor of Computer Science and the Director of the Programming Systems Laboratory (PSL) in the Computer Science Department at Columbia University. She has been with Columbia University since 1985, becoming a full Professor in 1998. Prof. Kaiser's research spans software engineering, program analysis, software testing, and software security, with recent focus on addressing challenges in AI/ML systems testing and security. Prof. Kaiser received her PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University in 1985 and her ScB in Computer Science and Engineering from MIT in 1979. Her dissertation at CMU was titled "Semantics for Structure Editing Environments" under advisor Nico Habermann, and at MIT she completed "Automatic Extension of an Augmented Transition Network Grammar for Morse Code Conversations" under advisor Al Vezza. Prof. Kaiser's research interests primarily focus on software engineering following a systems building approach, with recent emphasis on static and dynamic program analysis techniques to improve software reliability and security. Since 2005, she has investigated testing "non-testable" programs, particularly in machine learning, data mining, and scientific computing applications where traditional testing oracles are insufficient. She has developed novel techniques and tools for detecting bugs and verifying repairs in complex systems. Concurrently, she has worked on collaboration environments for computational scientists, creating knowledge sharing and domain-aware environments to support scientific workflows. Prof. Kaiser's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the intersection of software engineering and artificial intelligence. Her work addresses critical challenges in testing AI systems, code understanding through deep learning, vulnerability detection, and educational tools for computational thinking. There's a clear evolution from traditional software engineering topics toward AI/ML applications, with particular emphasis on metamorphic testing for non-testable systems, code similarity analysis, and educational applications. Prof. Kaiser has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career: Distinguished Journal Award (10 Years) from 18th IEEE International Conference on Software Testing, Verification and Validation (ICST), April 2025 Best Research Paper Award at 24th IEEE International Conference on Source Code Analysis & Manipulation (SCAM), October 2024 Distinguished Reviewer Awards for ASE 2024 and FSE 2024 ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award for "CONCORD: Clone-aware Contrastive Learning for Source Code", July 2023 Best Student Paper Award at ICCE 2021 Multiple ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Awards dating back to 2014 Presidential Young Investigator in Software Engineering and Software Systems from NSF (1988-1993) Prof. Kaiser has chaired Columbia's doctoral program since 1997 and served on editorial boards including IEEE Internet Computing and as a founding associate editor of ACM Transactions on Software Engineering and Methodology. Her lab has been continuously funded by major agencies including NSF, NIH, DARPA, ONR, NASA, and numerous companies. Current grants include significant NSF funding for secure containers architecture, learning semantics of code for software assurance, and finding semantic security bugs. As Director of the Programming Systems Laboratory (PSL), Prof. Kaiser leads research in software systems, program analysis, and software testing. The lab has developed numerous tools and techniques for software reliability and security, with recent focus on challenges in AI/ML systems. Her work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, often resulting in deployable tools that address real-world software engineering challenges.

• Earthquake Early Warning
• Real-Time Seismology
• Seismic Instrument Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Francis Clinton is the Director of Seismic Networks and Head of the Earthquake Monitoring Section at the Swiss Seismological Service (SED), ETH Zurich. He leads the Marsquake Service for NASA's InSight mission and oversees Switzerland's broadband and strong-motion seismic networks. His expertise spans earthquake early warning systems, seismic instrumentation, and glacial seismology. Clinton is also a Co-Investigator on the Mars InSight mission and involved in international projects like EPOS and RAMSIS. Education PhD in Civil Engineering (Minor in Geophysics), California Institute of Technology (2004) MSc in Civil Engineering, California Institute of Technology (1998) BEng in Civil Engineering, University College Dublin (1997) Research Interests Dr. Clinton focuses on real-time seismology, seismic instrument design, structural health monitoring, and glacial seismology. His work bridges engineering applications with geophysical data analysis, particularly in earthquake early warning systems and induced seismicity studies. He collaborates internationally on projects such as the Valais Near Fault Observatory and Nicaragua’s Earthquake Early Warning development. Publications Overview His 15 most recent papers (2011–2015) highlight advancements in seismic network optimization, Marsquake detection algorithms, and glacial icequake mechanisms. Key themes include improving early warning accuracy, understanding subglacial dynamics, and validating high-rate GPS for structural monitoring. Awards & Memberships Member, Swiss Academy of Sciences (since 2008) Member, IRIS Quality Assurance Advisory Committee (since 2013) Chair, European Integrated Data Archives (EIDA) (2013–2015) Labs & Teams Clinton directs the SED’s Earthquake Monitoring team and collaborates with ETH Zurich’s Geophysics Masters Program. His group manages Switzerland’s seismic networks and leads the Marsquake Service, which analyzes InSight lander data for Martian seismic events.

Linyi Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deep learning
• Trustworthy machine learning
• Computer security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Linyi Li is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU), leading the Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (TAI) Lab. His research focuses on certifiably trustworthy deep learning systems, combining machine learning and computer security. He holds a PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and a B.Eng. from Tsinghua University. Affiliations: Simon Fraser University, TAI Lab Education: PhD in Computer Science, UIUC, 2023 B.Eng (Cum Laude), Tsinghua University, 2018 His research interests include deep learning , trustworthy machine learning , large language models , and software engineering . He emphasizes rigorous certification of robustness, fairness, and numerical reliability in AI systems. Recent work includes the InfiBench benchmark for evaluating code LLMs and advancements in neural network verification. Recent Research Trends: His publications span certified robustness, fairness guarantees, and scalable verification techniques for deep learning models. He also explores scientific evaluation of foundation models and adversarial defense mechanisms. Awards: Rising Stars in Data Science AdvML Rising Star Award Wing Kai Cheng Fellowship Finalist: Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship (2022) Winner: VNN-COMP'23 Competition (Team α, β-CROWN) Advising & Grants: As a PI, he oversees the TAI Lab's research. Though no specific grants are listed, his work is funded through competitive awards and university resources. Labs/Teams: Leads the TAI Lab at SFU, focusing on foundational and applied research in trustworthy AI.

Abdullah Balمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abdullah Bal is a researcher at Georgia State University's College of Arts & Sciences, Department of Computer Science, with over 25 years of academic experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Yildiz Technical University (2002) and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in algorithms, machine learning, and optical pattern recognition. B.Sc., Electronics and Communication Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1993) M.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Yildiz Technical University (1997) Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Yildiz Technical University (2002) His research focuses on data science, machine learning, and hyperspectral imaging applications in fields ranging from forensic analysis to historical structure preservation. He has led projects funded by the U.S. Army Research Office and the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey, including real-time target detection systems and digital imaging for historical structures. Recent publications demonstrate his expertise in kernel-based transforms, ensemble learning, and hyperspectral data analysis. His work spans food safety inspection, infrared target tracking, and biometric verification systems. Faculty Outstanding Research Publication Award (2006) Turkish Air Force Academy Science Competition Winner (2009) Best Paper Award at ICFCT (2016) Previously, he chaired YTU's Informatics Department (2009-2016) and participated in academic governance through the Electrical and Electronics College Executive Committee (2012-2015). You can contact him at abal@gsu.edu in room 739, 25 Park Place.

Daniel Varroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Model-Based Systems Engineering
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Software Engineering
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Daniel Varro is a Professor affiliated with McGill University (Faculty of Engineering, School of Computer Science), with strong ties to Budapest University of Technology and Economics and Linköping University. He is a leading researcher in model-driven engineering, cyber-physical systems, and software engineering, actively contributing to top-tier conferences such as MODELS, ICSE, and ASE. His research focuses on model-based systems engineering (MBSE) , automated model generation , model transformations , and constraint-based consistency checking . Recently, his work has expanded into integrating large language models (LLMs) and machine learning into modeling workflows, including model querying, domain modeling, and bug detection. The recent publications reveal a strong trend toward AI-augmented modeling, logic-based solvers (e.g., Refinery), and safety assurance of autonomous systems (e.g., COLREGs compliance). His work bridges formal methods with practical software engineering challenges in industrial and safety-critical domains. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the text. Advising and Grants: While no explicit list of students or grants is provided, his mentorship in the Doctoral Symposium and repeated leadership roles suggest active supervision and likely grant funding. He has led projects on automated model generation, model quality, and AI integration in modeling. Labs and Teams: Daniel Varro is associated with research groups focused on model-driven engineering and software evolution, likely leading or co-leading teams working on the VIATRA and Refinery frameworks for model transformation and solving.

Juan Zhaiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Software Engineering
• Program Languages
• Natural Language Processing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Juan Zhai is an Assistant Professor in the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She co-directs the Laboratory for Advanced Software Engineering Research (LASER) and is a member of the UMass NLP group. Her research advances software engineering through automated techniques for building high-quality systems with emphasis on behavioral specifications, AI safety, and trustworthy AI. Her work addresses the fundamental challenge of aligning software behavior with intended specifications through two main directions: automated specification synthesis (translating natural language comments to formal specifications via tools like C2S and LLMCup) and defect detection/repair (developing frameworks for AI system testing, bias mitigation, and training diagnostics). Her vision integrates these into end-to-end assurance systems that continuously validate, repair, and audit evolving software in dynamic environments. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal dominant trends at the software engineering/AI intersection: formal specification synthesis for IoT and code generation, comment maintenance using LLMs, deep learning framework testing (DevMuT, Citadel), bias detection in LLMs, and automated training repair (AutoTrainer, DREAM). These contributions appear in top venues including ICSE, FSE, ASE, ISSTA, and ACL. Professor Zhai currently advises PhD student Gehao Zhang (focusing on Software Engineering and AI Safety) and actively recruits new PhD/Master's students. Her LASER lab develops practical tools for specification inference, LLM-driven synthesis, and trustworthy AI, while collaborating with the UMass NLP group on language-centric software analysis. The LASER lab, co-directed by Zhai, pioneers techniques for behavioral specification enforcement across traditional and AI-powered systems. Key projects include CPC for bidirectional code-comment analysis, ModelMeta for deep learning framework testing, and frameworks for bias mitigation across the ML lifecycle. The lab emphasizes practical, scalable tools that enhance correctness, robustness, and fairness in critical AI applications.

• Software Engineering
• Deep Learning
• Autonomous Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Andrea Stocco is a Professor at the Technische Universität München (TUM), affiliated with the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology. His research focuses on the intersection of software engineering and deep learning, particularly addressing the robustness and reliability of data-intensive systems. Key areas include autonomous vehicles, web application testing, and automated functional oracles for deep learning systems. He leads initiatives such as the Lehrstuhl für Software und Systems Engineering , collaborating on projects like CrESt and SUPPRA – Algorand Center of Excellence . Research interests encompass monitoring techniques for AI-driven systems, test suite maintainability, and scenario-based testing of cyber-physical systems (CPS). His work emphasizes practical applications, such as improving testing frameworks for evolving web applications and enhancing interoperability in autonomous driving systems (ADS). Recent efforts include leveraging large language models (LLMs) for secure code assessment and benchmarking generative AI for test input generation. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His publications reflect a strong focus on testing methodologies, with over 40 articles since 2013, covering domains like web test automation, dependency-aware testing, and safety-critical failure prediction in autonomous systems. Advising and grants details are not detailed in the current data, but his lab contributes to TUM's broader efforts in software engineering and systems reliability.

• Network Security
• Android Security
• Malware Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vijay Laxmi is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT) Jaipur, India. With over a decade of active research publication from 2014-2024, Dr. Laxmi has established themselves as a prominent researcher in network security, Android security systems, and Network-on-Chip architectures. Their work demonstrates consistent collaboration with Manoj Singh Gaur and numerous doctoral students at MNIT Jaipur. Dr. Laxmi's research interests span Network Security, Android Security, Malware Analysis, Network-on-Chip Architectures, Routing Protocols, Side-Channel Attacks, Wireless Networks, and Mobile Security. Their work bridges theoretical security frameworks with practical implementations, particularly in mobile and embedded systems. Recent publications indicate a growing focus on AI-based security approaches including GAN applications for fuzzing and deep learning for image dehazing. The research trajectory shows increasing sophistication in security analysis techniques, evolving from basic malware detection to advanced side-channel attack analysis and sophisticated network security protocols. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations with applications in real-world security challenges. Dr. Laxmi has mentored numerous graduate students including Vineeta Jain, Anugrah Jain, Sonal Yadav, Mohit Singh, and Gaurav Singal, who appear as co-authors across multiple publications. Their collaborative network extends to researchers at international institutions, indicating strong academic connections beyond their home institution.

Miao Zhengjieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Database Systems
• Data Management
• Data Curation and Integration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Miao Zhengjie serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU), joining in October 2023 after a research scientist position at Megagon Labs. His work centers on enhancing data science pipelines through innovations in database systems and artificial intelligence. His academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science from Duke University (2022) M.S. in Computer Science from Columbia University (2016) B.S. in Computer Science and Technology from Peking University (2015) Dr. Miao's research spans Database Systems , Data Management , Data Curation , and Data Provenance , with emphasis on AI-driven solutions for data pipeline efficiency. His methodology bridges theoretical database concepts with practical data science applications through novel algorithm development. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals persistent focus areas: query explanation systems (35% of works), data augmentation frameworks (27%), and human-AI collaboration tools (20%). These contributions appear consistently in premier venues including SIGMOD, VLDB, and CHI, demonstrating methodological evolution from foundational query debugging (2019) to LLM-integrated annotation systems (2024). He actively participates in the SFU Data Science Research Group , contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives in large-scale data processing. Current information indicates no formal advisees or grant details are publicly documented in his institutional profile.

Rogério de Lemosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Resilient AI
• Self-adaptive software systems
• Authorisation infrastructures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rogério de Lemos is a Senior Lecturer in Computing Science and Director of Postgraduate Research (PGR) at the School of Computing, University of Kent. He previously served as an invited assistant professor at the University of Coimbra, Portugal, and as a Senior Research Associate at the Centre for Software Reliability (CSR) at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. Dr. de Lemos' research focuses on architecting resilient systems, particularly in resilient AI, self-adaptive software systems, and authorization infrastructures. He belongs to both the Programming Languages and Systems Group and the Cyber Security Group at the University of Kent. His specific research interests include: Software engineering for self-adaptive systems assurances and resilience evaluation Dynamic generation of processes Handling insider threats using self-adaptive authorization Architectural abstractions for fault tolerance Verification and validation of dependable software architectures Software development for safety-critical systems Dependability and bioinspired computing His publication trends show increasing emphasis on practical applications of self-adaptive systems in cyber security contexts, with recent work spanning network traffic analysis, cryptographic function detection, and cloud-edge security architectures. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, particularly in cyber security and resilient systems architecture. Dr. de Lemos currently leads the "Collaborative and Confidential Information Sharing and Analysis for Cyber Protection" project funded by the European Union's Horizon 2020 Programme. His past projects include "ADAAS: Assuring Dependability in Architecture-based Adaptive Systems" and multiple collaborations with NCR on sensor fusion and fault tolerance. As Director of Postgraduate Research, he oversees the School of Computing's research degree programs and likely supervises PhD students in resilient systems and cyber security, though specific student names are not listed in the available information.

Alexander Pretschnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Software Engineering
• Testing
• Information Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Alexander Pretschner is a Professor of Software & Systems Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Founding Director of the Bavarian Research Institute for Digital Transformation (bidt). He also serves as Scientific Director of fortiss, a Bavarian research institute for software-intensive systems. His research focuses on software engineering, testing, information security, and ethical software development. Pretschner holds a PhD from TUM and has held academic positions at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and TU Kaiserslautern. He is a co-editor of several prestigious journals, including IEEE Transactions on Reliability and the Journal of Software Testing, Verification and Reliability. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Technical University of Munich MSc in Computer Science, University of Kansas (on Fulbright Scholarship) Diplom in Computer Science, RWTH Aachen University Research Interests: His work spans testing methodologies, secure software design, and ethical considerations in agile development. Notable contributions include frameworks for metamorphic testing, distributed data usage control, and accountability mechanisms for cyber-physical systems. Awards: IBM Faculty Award (2012, 2013) Google Focused Research Award (2011, 2012) EARTO Innovation Prize (2014) 2nd Platz Supervisory Award (2020) Advising & Grants: Pretschner has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s students, contributing to over 200 publications. He leads projects like EDAP (Ethical Deliberation in Agile Processes) and collaborates with industry partners on cybersecurity and AI ethics initiatives. Labs & Teams: His work is anchored in bidt, fortiss, and TUM’s Chair of Software & Systems Engineering, focusing on societal impacts of digitalization and trustworthy AI systems.

Scott Kerlinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Computer Science Education
• 3D Printing and Scanning
• Cybersecurity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Kerlin is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Oregon State University's College of Engineering. He holds an M.S. and B.S. in Computer Science from the University of North Dakota. Prior to academia, he worked at the Mayo Clinic on medical software systems and IBM as a build master for enterprise products. His career spans roles including network administrator, lab manager, and Undergraduate Director at UND. Dr. Kerlin's research focuses on bridging industry experience with academic curriculum, particularly in computer science education, project-based learning, and cybersecurity. He emphasizes practical applications of theoretical concepts, such as integrating 3D printing and scanning technologies with security systems for small satellites. His work also explores student efficacy in AI courses and scalable software project management methodologies. He has taught at multiple institutions, including the University of Minnesota and Augsburg University, and held roles at Michigan Tech as Senior Security Engineer. His 2024 Engineering+ Outstanding Teaching Award highlights his commitment to pedagogical innovation. Current projects include in-space 3D printing, solar energy systems, and cryptographic solutions for satellite communications. Key areas of contribution include: 3D printing/Scanning: Material characterization, key replication, and aerospace applications Cybersecurity: Intrusion detection, satellite communications security, and chaotic cryptosystems Educational Innovation: Active learning frameworks, PBL implementation, and student performance modeling His interdisciplinary approach connects computer science fundamentals with real-world engineering challenges, emphasizing sustainability and industry relevance in curricula.

Marin Litoiuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cloud Computing
• Self-Adaptive Systems
• DevOps
• +۶ مورد دیگر

About Marin Litoiu is a Professor at York University, holding dual affiliations in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the Lassonde School of Engineering and the School of Information Technology in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and a recipient of the 2020 IBM Faculty of the Year Award. His research focuses on cloud computing, self-adaptive systems, DevOps, IoT, and machine learning-driven performance engineering. Research & Awards Litoiu leads the Dependable Internet-of-Things Applications (DITA) program, funded by NSERC, and co-founded Bitnobi Inc., acquired by Myant. His notable awards include the CASCON 2019 Most Influential Paper Award and Best Paper Awards at multiple conferences. His work emphasizes practical applications of adaptive systems, cybersecurity, and smart infrastructure integration. Grants & Projects NSERC CREATE Program: $1.65M for the DITA program (2018) York Innovation, TIAP, NSERC, and OCI-funded Bitnobi incubation Leadership in multiple CASCON workshops on cloud computing and AIOps Labs & Teams Litoiu’s lab has produced impactful startups like Bitnobi and pioneered research in self-driving systems, edge computing, and AI-driven operations. His team collaborates with industry partners like IBM and explores cutting-edge topics such as LLMs in performance optimization and fault detection.

• Video Game Localisation
• Audiovisual Translation
• Language Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Miguel Ángel Bernal Merino serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Modern Philology, Translation and Interpretation at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Concurrently, he acts as convener of the MA in Translation at the University of Roehampton in London, managing its Specialised Translation, Audiovisual Translation, and Intercultural Communication pathways since 2005. His academic profile bridges theoretical research and industry application in localization disciplines. PhD in The Localisation of Video Games, Imperial College London MSc in The Localisation of Multimedia Interactive Entertainment Software, Imperial College London Certificate in Software Localisation, University of Limerick CELTA, University of Cambridge MPhil in Lip-Synched Dubbing, Universidad de Alicante MA in Hispanic Literature, University of Rhode Island BA in English & Spanish Linguistics, Universidad de Alicante Bernal Merino's research pioneers the expansion of Translation Studies into interactive media domains. His work on video game localization examines interactivity, cultural adaptation, glocalisation, and playability, while his audiovisual translation research investigates creativity in lip-synched dubbing, subtitling, and audiodescription. He extends these frameworks into gaming-based language learning through haptic environments and multisensory reinforcement, exploring physiological aspects of multilingual cognition and polysemiotic neural networks. This multidisciplinary approach fundamentally challenges traditional boundaries in translation theory. His publication trajectory reveals evolving industry-academia integration, shifting from foundational game localization frameworks (2008-2015) toward user-centered research and educational applications (2018-2024). Recent work emphasizes measurable business impacts through quality localization, regional market adaptations, and crowd-sourced methodologies, demonstrating consistent influence on professional standards across gaming and translation sectors. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Bernal Merino supervises doctoral research on mobile game localization, transmedia fan experiences, and historical game content translation while developing industry-academia pipelines through projects like AHRC's Media Across Borders. His funded initiatives—including Maximising ROI through Quality Game Localisation and Video Games for Language Learning—bridge theoretical innovation with commercial implementation, focusing on glocalisation strategies, interactivity metrics, and playability optimization. These collaborations connect European universities, gaming studios, and localization service providers. As chair of the IGDA Localization SIG and member of GIR Discourse, Communication and Society, he directs international forums for game localization discourse. His work with Routes into Languages promotes audiovisual media in language education, while REF-readiness collaborations enhance research excellence across European institutions through his professional network spanning industry conferences like GDC Summit and Game Global.