Peter Jax is a Full Professor at RWTH Aachen University , leading the Chair of Communication Systems . His research focuses on speech and audio processing , with expertise in active noise control , spatial audio , and machine learning applications for acoustic systems. Diploma in Electrical Engineering (1997), RWTH Aachen University PhD (2002), RWTH Aachen University Research areas include binaural direction-of-arrival estimation , MIMO acoustic system identification , and adaptive filtering for consumer and medical audio applications. Recent articles highlight innovations in ambisonics upscaling , noise control for UAVs , and data-driven uncertainty modeling in headphones. Scientific honors : Distinguished Member of Technicolor Fellowship Network (2010) Johann-Philipp-Reis Preis Borchers Medal E-Plus Award for Best Dissertation With over 25 patents in speech/audio processing and leadership roles in industry (Deutsche Thomson OHG, 2005–2015), he bridges academic research and industrial innovation.
Dr. Rebecca E. Döhl is a researcher at the Institute of Archaeology, Humboldt University of Berlin, specializing in the Department of Archaeology and Cultural History of Northeast Africa (AKNOA). Her work bridges traditional Egyptology with cutting-edge digital methodologies, focusing on prehistoric and Predynastic Egypt, rock art, and complex system theory. Doctorate from Free University of Berlin (2009-2017) on rock paintings in Egypt Part-time degree in Academic Geoinformatics from University of Salzburg (2009-2011) MA in Egyptology from Free University of Berlin (2008) Her research combines landscape archaeology with digital tools like GIS, 3D modeling, and agent-based modeling to analyze ancient Egyptian communication systems. Notable projects include: 2023: Leading field campaigns in Gebel el-Nezzi, Eastern Desert 2018-present: Project coordinator for CaeMmCom (Corpus of Ancient Egyptian Multimodal Communication) 2010-2016: Rock paintings survey in Wadi Berber She has received prestigious funding from Gerda Henkel, TOPOI, and DAAD, and her publications explore spatial approaches to rock art and multimodal communication in Ancient Egypt. Her work also contributes to theoretical discussions on social development and complex systems in archaeology.
Frank Papenmeier is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Tübingen, within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on event cognition, human-robot interaction, visual working memory, and visual attention. He coordinates the 'Coordination Cognitive Psychology and Research Methods' research group. His work explores how people perceive and interact with dynamic environments, including studies on event segmentation, cognitive offloading, and aesthetic judgments. He has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work addressing topics like the impact of framing on art perception and the role of AI in education. Papenmeier's research integrates experimental methods with interdisciplinary approaches, including collaborations on teleoperation systems and AI-based tutoring. He has presented at major conferences such as the European Society for Cognitive Psychology and the Psychonomic Society. His lab emphasizes methodological rigor, evidenced by contributions to replication databases and open science initiatives. Education: Not explicitly stated in the text, but his titles include Dr. rer. nat. (Doctor of Natural Sciences) and Diplom-Psychologe (Psychology Diploma). Research Interests: His primary areas include event cognition, human-robot interaction (e.g., helping behavior toward robots), visual working memory (e.g., spatial configuration processing), and cognitive offloading (e.g., impact on memory and performance). He also investigates aesthetic judgments and narrative comprehension through eye-tracking and experimental paradigms. Articles Trends: Recent work addresses applied topics like cookie consent interfaces, AI in education (e.g., R programming tutors), and perceptual effects in 3D cinema. His studies often bridge cognitive theory with real-world applications, such as usability design and social robotics. Labs/Teams: Leads the research group 'Coordination Cognitive Psychology and Research Methods' at the University of Tübingen. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects involving robotics, AI, and human-computer interaction.
Prof. Anika Groß is a Professor for Database Systems and Programming at the Department of Computer Science and Languages at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in Köthen, Germany. She holds a PhD from the University of Leipzig (2014) and has held roles as a PostDoc in strategic research at Daimler AG and as a research assistant at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Bioinformatics (IZBI). She is actively involved in academic governance, serving on the faculty council, board of examiners, and various sustainability and research data management committees. Her research focuses on database systems, knowledge graphs, and ontology engineering, with applications in environmental science, medicine, and material sciences. Education - PhD (Dr. rer. nat.) in Computer Science, University of Leipzig (2014) - Diploma in Bioinformatics, MLU Halle-Wittenberg (2007) - Postdoctoral research at University of Leipzig's Database Group (2008–2013) Research Interests Her work emphasizes temporal graphs, ontology evolution, and semantic data integration. She develops tools like Region Evolution eXplorer (REX) and contributes to projects such as AgriRestore (ecosystem restoration) and MeineWaldKI (AI-based forest monitoring). Her recent focus includes wearable device applications in healthcare and digital twins for lithium value chains. Recent Research Trends Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of knowledge graphs in agriculture and environmental science, leveraging temporal analysis and machine learning for tasks like chemical transformation prediction and bladder monitoring. She also explores cross-lingual semantic annotations in medical forms and holistic clustering of linked data. Professional Roles - Executive Committee Member, GI Database Systems Group - Fellow, Institute for Technologies and Economics of Lithium (ITEL) - Co-Chair of multiple workshops including FGDB-Workshop @ LWDA 2018 and BigDS@BTW 2017 Labs & Collaborations She leads research teams in projects funded by DFG, European Union (EFRE), and ITEL, collaborating with organizations like Daimler AG and ANU. Her lab focuses on advancing database systems and interdisciplinary data science applications.
Nora Mittelstädt is a Researcher and Project Lead at the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany. She has held roles in project coordination and research since 2020, focusing on nature-compatible renewable energy expansion and bioeconomy monitoring . Department : Systems Analysis and Sustainability Assessment Education : M.Sc. in European and International Economics and Politics Research Interests : Her work centers on renewable energy systems , environmental impact assessments , and data-driven sustainability solutions . She specializes in spatial analysis of energy infrastructure and policy integration for climate-neutral transitions. Publications : Her recent articles analyze ground-mounted PV near transport routes , EE-Monitor's role in environmental assessments , and bioeconomy stakeholder perceptions . These contributions align with energy data transparency and land-use optimization . Scientific Recognition : UFZ Research Award 2024 (team award for developing the EE-Monitor and BENOPT system) Contact : nora.mittelstaedt@ufz.de | +49 341 60252832
Prof. Dr. Peter Sanders is a full professor in Theoretical Computer Science at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), leading the Algorithm Engineering group. His academic career includes a doctoral degree from Karlsruhe University and research stints at institutions like the Max Planck Institute for Informatics. He specializes in algorithm theory and engineering, focusing on parallel computing, large-scale data processing, and graph partitioning. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, emphasizing real-world applications in optimization, route planning, and distributed systems. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Karlsruhe University (1996) Bachelor/Master studies at Karlsruhe University (1988-1996) Research Interests: Algorithm design and analysis Parallel and distributed algorithms Graph algorithms and partitioning Algorithm engineering for big data High-performance computing Publications: Over 250 papers, emphasizing parallel algorithms, distributed systems, and graph theory. Recent work includes scalable SAT solving, hypergraph partitioning, and distributed string sorting. His contributions have advanced practical applications in route planning, load balancing, and large dataset processing. Awards: Recipient of the prestigious Leibniz Prize (DFG) and Baden-Württemberg State Research Prize. He coordinated the DFG Priority Program on Algorithm Engineering and is an active reviewer for major funding bodies. Consulting: Engages with companies like SAP and Google, focusing on optimization, route planning, and database algorithms. Leads projects on algorithm scalability and real-world problem-solving. Labs/Teams: Heads the Algorithm Engineering group at KIT, fostering collaborations in distributed computing and algorithmic research.
Rafael Poyatos López is an Adjunct Professor in Ecology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) since 2018 and a Scientist at the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry, where he holds a prestigious Humboldt Fellowship for Experienced Researchers since 2019. He has served as a junior Principal Investigator at CREAF (Centre de Recerca Ecològica i Aplicacions Forestals) since 2015, where he coordinates the groundbreaking SAPFLUXNET initiative, the first global database of tree water use derived from sap flow measurements. Dr. Poyatos earned his BSc in Environmental Sciences (2002) from the Autonomous University of Barcelona and his PhD in Biology (2006) from the Institute of Earth Sciences 'Jaume Almera' (ICTJA-CSIC) and University of Barcelona. His postdoctoral career includes research positions at Solfranc Tecnologías (2007-2008), Durham University, UK (2008-2009), and CREAF (2009-2015), complemented by research visits at the University of Edinburgh (2012) and Ghent University (2017). His research program focuses on plant functioning across multiple spatial and temporal scales, with particular emphasis on trees and forests in the context of global environmental change. Dr. Poyatos investigates plant water and carbon fluxes, examining the complex interactions between plant traits, whole-plant physiology, and ecosystem processes. His work bridges field measurements with theoretical frameworks to understand how trees respond to drought and other climate stressors. The SAPFLUXNET database he coordinates has become a critical resource for understanding global patterns of tree transpiration and drought vulnerability. Dr. Poyatos' recent publications reveal a strong focus on tree hydraulics, drought responses, and transpiration modeling, with several high-impact papers in top ecology journals. His research combines empirical measurements with theoretical modeling to address fundamental questions about plant water relations at multiple scales. Among his notable scientific achievements is the Humboldt Fellowship for Experienced Researchers, which supports his ongoing collaboration at the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry in Jena, Germany. As an educator, Dr. Poyatos has contributed significantly to the academic community at UAB, teaching in the Master's program in Terrestrial Ecology and Biodiversity Management (2010-2013) and various undergraduate programs (2018-present), including courses in Genetics, Environmental Biology, and Biology. His teaching reflects his research expertise in plant physiology and ecosystem responses to environmental change. Dr. Poyatos leads the SAPFLUXNET initiative and is actively involved with research groups focusing on functional biogeography and ecosystem physiology in the context of global change. His work bridges empirical field research, ecological theory, and global-scale analyses to understand how trees and forests respond to changing environmental conditions, with particular relevance to climate change impacts on forest ecosystems worldwide.
Christoph Bernhardt is a Senior Researcher and former director of the research focus “Contemporary History and Archives” at the Leibniz Institute for Research on Society and Space (IRS) in Erkner. He is also an adjunct professor of modern and contemporary history at the Institute of History within the Faculty of Philosophy at Humboldt University of Berlin. His academic affiliations reflect a strong commitment to interdisciplinary urban and environmental history, particularly focusing on the built environment in the German Democratic Republic (DDR) and broader European contexts. Leibniz Institute for Research on Society and Space (IRS), Erkner: Senior Researcher, former Director (until April 2023), Deputy Director (2019–2022) Humboldt University of Berlin: Adjunct Professor, Institute of History, Faculty of Philosophy Member of the Sustainability Steering Group of the Leibniz Association and the Sustainable University Commission of Humboldt University Christoph Bernhardt’s research centers on European urban and environmental history, with a particular emphasis on Berlin, socialist urban planning in the DDR, Cold War architecture, and transnational urban development. His work critically examines the interplay between political power, spatial governance, and environmental change. He has explored topics such as the “autogerechte Stadt” (car-friendly city), polycentric governance along the Upper Rhine, and the role of urban spaces in totalitarian regimes. His methodological approach often bridges historical analysis with digital humanities, as seen in his work on 3D reconstructions of Nazi-era forced housing and digital archiving of architectural collections. An analysis of his most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the political dimensions of urban space across different historical periods—from imperial Berlin and Nazi Germany to the DDR and Cold War transnational networks. His work increasingly engages with transnational and comparative frameworks, especially in environmental governance and socialist architecture, highlighting entanglements between East and West, Europe and Asia. He frequently collaborates on edited volumes and special journal issues, demonstrating a leadership role in shaping scholarly discourse in urban history. Christoph Bernhardt is actively involved in academic service and sustainability initiatives. He has served as co-editor of the journal Moderne Stadtgeschichte and the book series Beiträge zur Stadtgeschichte und Urbanisierungsforschung . He was a co-applicant for the DFG Research Training Group “Cultural and Technical Values of Historic Buildings” and a principal investigator in the Leibniz Research Network “Value of the Past”. He has also contributed to numerous third-party funded projects on urban transformation, Cold War planning, and historical governance. His leadership roles in academic commissions and editorial boards underscore his influence in the field. Co-editor, Moderne Stadtgeschichte Co-editor, Beiträge zur Stadtgeschichte und Urbanisierungsforschung (Franz Steiner Verlag) Full member, Historical Commission of Berlin Former board member, Society for Urban History and Urbanization Research (GSU, 2000–2022) Former member, International Committee of the European Association for Urban History (EAUH, 2018–2024) Bernhardt leads and participates in several major research projects, including “Crafting Entanglements: Afro-Asian Pasts of the Global Cold War” (2023–2026), “Urban Authenticity: Creating, Contesting, and Visualising the Built Heritage in European Cities Since the 1970s (UrbAuth)”, and studies on urban planning in Nazi Germany and the DDR. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration, especially in digital reconstruction, cartographic analysis, and transnational historical networks.
Julia Heideklang is a Scientific Researcher at the Philologisches Seminar of Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen since 2022, specializing in early modern translation cultures and paratextual strategies in scientific literature. Her work bridges Neo-Latin studies with the history of botany, examining how marginal textual elements shaped scientific knowledge formation. PhD in Classics at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2017-2024) Doctoral candidate at DFG Graduate School 2190 (2017-2021) LBI Fellow at Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Neo-Latin Studies (2022) Her research focuses on paratexts in early modern prints and their role in constructing botanical knowledge. She investigates how title pages, dedicatory letters, and marginal annotations in works like the Herbarius Latinus (1484) functioned as epistemic catalysts during science's institutionalization. Current publications analyze translation functions in Machiavelli's Il Principe adaptations, Campanella's spatial concepts in Latin translations, and database methodologies for tracking early modern translation processes. Her work reveals critical insights into knowledge transmission through textual framing devices. 2025: Paul-Oskar-Kristeller Fellowship, Renaissance Society of America 2022: LBI Fellow, Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Neo-Latin Studies Active in academic events, she presented on topics ranging from gender diversity in translation cultures to Machiavellian thought recreation in Latin. As blog contributor to Übersetzungsgeschichte(n) , she promotes public engagement with translation research.
Sascha Spors is a Professor at the Chair of Signal Theory and Digital Signal Processing within the Institute of Communications Engineering at the University of Rostock. His work spans spatial audio processing, medical signal processing, and data-driven methodologies. Chair of the AES Technical Committee on Spatial Audio Ombudsperson at the University of Rostock Research focuses on spatial sound capture/synthesis, perception of synthetic sound fields, and biomedical applications like implant monitoring via electrical impedance tomography. He contributes to open science initiatives and research data management frameworks. Key collaborations include memberships in the IEEE Signal Processing Society, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Akustik (DEGA), and Audio Engineering Society (AES).
Prof. Dr. Karsten Niehaus serves as Head of the Proteome and Metabolome Research Group at the Center for Biotechnology (CeBiTec) and Faculty of Biology, University of Bielefeld. His research focuses on proteomics and metabolomics applications in plant-microbe interactions, bacterial stress responses, and disease model systems. His laboratory employs advanced mass spectrometry imaging and cell phenotyping technologies to investigate molecular responses in crops like sugar beet and grapevines under abiotic stress conditions, as well as in cancer models where differentiation therapy impacts tumor malignancy. The group also explores microbial biotechnology through Xanthomonas campestris studies on xanthan production and stress adaptation. Selected publications highlight innovations in 3D microfluidics for biomarker detection and bioinformatics platforms like MetHoS for metabolomics data analysis. His work appears in journals covering Frontiers in Plant Science , Scientific Reports , and Journal of Experimental Botany . Contact: kniehaus@cebitec.uni-bielefeld.de | Office: UHG W7-117
Dr. Tomasz Rozmyslowicz is a researcher specializing in translation studies, focusing on human differentiation within multilingual communication contexts. His work examines the intersection of translation practices, politics, and social categorizations like 'Migrant,' particularly in state-managed language mediation systems in Germany. Researches state-led translation management in institutions (e.g., authorities, schools) Investigates shifts in translation practices under frameworks of diversity and inclusion Explores historical translation dynamics during the Third Reich and academic exile His publications highlight the role of machine translation in redefining human-machine boundaries and the historical evolution of translation theory. He actively contributes to methodological advances in translation history through archival digitization and open-access resources.
Dr. Sofia Angeli is a Group Leader at the Institute of Catalysis Research and Technology (IKFT), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, since March 2024. Previously, she held roles as Senior Scientist/Group Leader (2021–2024) and Postdoctoral Researcher (2017–2019) at KIT. Her research focuses on catalysis for energy transition, CO₂ valorization, kinetic modeling, and digitalization of catalytic processes. She leads interdisciplinary projects integrating experimental and computational methods to advance sustainable chemical processes. PhD in Chemical Engineering (2016): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Thesis: Hydrogen production via intensified methane steam reforming processes. M.Sc. in Advanced Materials (2012): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Diploma in Chemical Engineering (2009): Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Research Interests : Sofia’s work spans kinetic modeling, CO₂ conversion, catalytic pollutant removal, and digital tools for catalysis research. She develops novel catalysts for methane reforming and designs data management systems like Adacta and CaRMeN to streamline reaction mechanism analysis. Her projects often address industrial challenges in emissions reduction and renewable energy. Her recent publications emphasize catalytic processes for energy sustainability (e.g., methane oxidative coupling) and automated modeling frameworks. She collaborates widely, contributing to journals like Chemical Engineering Journal and ACS Catalysis . Advising & Teams : As a Group Leader, she oversees researchers in catalysis and data-driven processes. Her team works on cutting-edge projects supported by KIT’s infrastructure and interdisciplinary networks. Labs/Teams : Active in the IKFT and the Deutschmann Group, focusing on catalyst design and process intensification.
Fabio Persia is a Professor at the University of Naples Federico II with an extensive publication record spanning 15 years (2009-2025), demonstrating continuous academic engagement. His research portfolio spans multiple institutions through collaborations with over 70 co-authors, most notably Daniela D'Auria (43 publications), Mouzhi Ge (17), and Giovanni Pilato (14). Dr. Persia's research interests focus on the intersection of semantic computing, event processing, and practical applications. His work evolved from foundational contributions to multimedia recommender systems (2013) to developing the ISEQL interval-based surveillance event query language (2016), and most recently to healthcare AI applications. He has pioneered complex event processing frameworks for video surveillance, created multi-agent systems for epilepsy detection (PredictMed-epilepsy), and explored social sensing for personalized routing during the pandemic. His recent work increasingly integrates large language models with healthcare monitoring systems, reflecting current AI trends. Analysis of his publication trends since 2020 reveals a strong healthcare focus (65% of recent work), particularly in patient monitoring architectures, clinical decision support, and medical AI integration. His publications demonstrate consistent methodological rigor across domains, often combining semantic computing with real-time event processing to address practical challenges in healthcare and social computing contexts. Dr. Persia has served as guest editor for six special issues in the International Journal of Semantic Computing (2023-2025) covering Robotic Computing, Transdisciplinary AI, and Multimedia Computing, confirming his leadership in these research communities. His editorial roles complement his extensive publication record, which includes 25 journal articles and 76 conference papers. His collaborative research includes significant projects with Stefania Costantini on patient monitoring systems, with Mouzhi Ge on multimedia recommenders, and with Sven Helmer on interval joins and event detection. While specific grant information isn't detailed in publications, his sustained output suggests successful funding from multiple sources. His current research trajectory indicates growing emphasis on LLM integration in medical contexts and context-aware systems for public health applications.
Prof. Dr. Lioba Keller-Drescher is a Professor and In-House Fellow at the University of Münster’s Centre for Advanced Study (KFG 33), focusing on 'Access to Cultural Goods in Digital Change'. She holds a prominent role in the Department of Cultural Anthropology and European Ethnology. Her research integrates material culture, museum studies, textile research, and historical knowledge systems, with a particular emphasis on regional identity and cultural heritage. Teaching includes courses like 'Cultures of Curating' and 'Material Culture Analysis', often involving fieldwork and museum collaborations. She leads the KFG 33 project (2023–2027) and has coordinated DFG-funded initiatives. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement, evident in exhibitions like 'Re:Set: From Slide to Database' and lectures on digital access frameworks. Publications span over four decades, addressing topics such as fashion history, ethnographic methods, and regional documentation. Notable works include studies on Chanel’s Métiers d’Art collections and the socio-political dynamics of 19th-century statistical bureaus. She actively participates in international conferences and curates academic events, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to cultural heritage preservation.
