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Adam Runionsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Modeling
• Developmental Biology
• Computer Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adam Runions is a researcher in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary, leading the MPG Partner Group in computational analysis of leaf development through collaborative work with Miltos Tsiantis. His group is embedded in the Graphics Cluster, focusing on interdisciplinary problems at the intersection of computer science and developmental biology. University of Calgary - Department of Computer Science MPG Partner Group (2022) Graphics Cluster affiliation His research explores computational modeling and analysis of plant form and development across multiple scales, integrating geometric modeling, physically-based simulation, and computer-aided design. Key themes include plant morphogenesis, self-organization of natural forms, and cross-disciplinary applications in computer graphics and animation. Recent publications emphasize plant development (leaf shape, bark patterning), mathematical modeling (auxin-driven patterning), and geometric techniques (subdivision surfaces, PUPs). Collaborations span institutions like the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research. Scientific Awards Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Best Paper Award (International Conference on Cyberworlds 2015) Best Student Paper Award (Computer Graphics International 2011) The group actively recruits BSc, MSc, and PhD students with backgrounds in computer science and mathematics for projects on plant form simulation and digital content creation. Research integrates evolutionary biology, biomechanical modeling, and computational techniques.

Kazuhiro Saitouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Design Synthesis
• Topology Optimization
• Manufacturing Process Optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kazuhiro Saitou is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, affiliated with the College of Engineering. His research focuses on computational design synthesis, topology optimization, and manufacturing process integration. He leads the Algorithmic Synthesis Laboratory (ASL), advancing algorithms for automated design and optimization of mechanical systems. Education: Ph.D. (1996), MIT; M.S. (1992), MIT; B.Eng. (1990), University of Tokyo. He has held tenured positions since 1997, including roles as Founding CEO of Comnext, Inc. (2007–2012) and visiting professorships at École Centrale Paris and Donghua University. Research interests include multi-material topology optimization (M^3 TO), AI-driven design, and sustainable manufacturing. Key projects address additive manufacturing, composite structures, and energy-efficient production systems. He has pioneered methods for manufacturability-driven design and assembly optimization. Notable awards include IEEE Fellow (2018), ASME Kos-Ishii Award (2015), and NSF CAREER Award (1999). He serves as Editor-in-Chief for IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering and holds leadership roles in ASME and IEEE societies. Teaching includes courses on design optimization, CAD, and global product development. His lab has advised over 30 students, with alumni in academia and industry. Current research explores biomechanical modeling, traffic flow optimization, and medical image registration algorithms.

Alexandra M. Schmidtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biostatistics
• Bayesian Inference
• Spatial Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Alexandra M. Schmidt is a leading academic in Biostatistics at McGill University, holding an endowed University Chair. She specializes in spatial and spatio-temporal modeling, particularly in epidemiology and environmental health. Previously, she served as a Full Professor at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (2012–2016). Her research focuses on Bayesian methodologies for analyzing complex processes, including disease spread, environmental hazards, and socio-economic disparities. She has authored influential books such as Spatio-Temporal Methods in Environmental Epidemiology with R (2023) and contributed to over 150 peer-reviewed articles. Key awards include the ISBA Fellowship (2024), ASA Fellowship (2020), and the Abdel El-Shaarawi Award (2008). Education: PhD in Statistics (2001, University of Sheffield, UK), MSc and BSc in Statistics (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil). Research interests span Bayesian inference, spatial statistics, and environmental epidemiology. She has advised numerous PhD/MSc students and collaborated on projects linking statistical methods to public health challenges, such as modeling dengue outbreaks and air pollution impacts. Active in academic service, she has chaired major conferences (e.g., 2022 ISBA World Meeting) and serves on editorial boards of top journals like Bayesian Analysis and Canadian Journal of Statistics . Teaching includes advanced courses on generalized linear models, spatial epidemiology, and Bayesian analysis. Her work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications, addressing global health issues through innovative spatio-temporal modeling techniques.

• Statistics
• Public Health
• Medicine
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Zhiling Gu is a Research Fellow at Yale School of Public Health, having earned her Ph.D. in Statistics at Iowa State University. Her work integrates statistical theory with applications in public health and medicine. Her research spans Functional Data Analysis Network Analysis Spatiotemporal Modeling Statistical AI Foundations Nonparametric Learning applied to neuroimaging, electronic health records, and environmental health studies. Recent publications focus on Adaptive spatiotemporal models Neuroimaging data processing Pandemic forecasting frameworks Environmental exposure modeling with methodological rigor and practical implementation. Scientific achievements include Runner-up in SMI 2023 Student Paper Competition She has taught STAT 305: Engineering Statistics (ISU) STAT 226: Business Statistics Statistical Computing Statistical Learning and actively engages in academic presentations at conferences like SMI 2024 and CMStatistics 2022.

Quoc Thong Le Giaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Numerical Analysis
• Approximation Theory
• Partial Differential Equations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Quoc Thong Le Gia is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematics & Statistics at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from Texas A&M University (2003), an MS in Mathematics from Texas A&M University (2000), and a BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science from UNSW (1998). His research focuses on Numerical Analysis , Approximation Theory , Partial Differential Equations , and Stochastic Processes , with particular expertise in problems on spherical domains. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in computational science, data science, and machine learning. Le Gia's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on numerical methods for PDEs on spheres, stochastic analysis, and machine learning applications. His work shows consistent progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, with increasing interdisciplinary applications in recent years. L. F. Guseman Prize in Mathematics, Texas A&M University (2003) As a dedicated academic mentor, Le Gia has supervised numerous PhD, Master's, and Honours students across computational mathematics and data science topics. He has secured significant research funding through ARC Discovery Projects including DP220101811 (2022-2024) and DP180100506 (2018-2020). Professionally, he serves as External Associate Editor for Frontiers in Applied Mathematics and Statistics , Secretary for ANZIAM's Computational Mathematics Group, and Co-chair of Mathematics of Computation and Optimisation (AustMS Special Interest Group).

Meng Liمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bayesian Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Functional Data Analysis
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Meng Li is the Noah Harding Associate Professor of Statistics at Rice University's School of Engineering. He specializes in Bayesian analysis, machine learning, and statistical theory. His research bridges methodological development and applications in biomedical sciences, materials informatics, and neuroimaging. Li holds a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University and a B.S. from Sun Yat-sen University. He has been recognized with awards including the 2020 Rice Engineering Excellence Award and the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award. Li's research focuses on probabilistic modeling of complex data such as images, functional data, and networks. His funded projects include AI frameworks for pancreatic cancer biomarkers and Bayesian spatiotemporal modeling of marine ecosystems. He collaborates with institutions like Houston Methodist and Baylor College of Medicine on medical applications. His teaching includes advanced courses like Bayesian Statistics and Advanced Bayesian Inference. He advises over 30 students, many of whom have pursued academic and industry roles. Li serves as an associate editor for Bayesian Analysis and the new ACM Transactions on Probabilistic Machine Learning.

• Numerical Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Finite Element Method
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dirk Praetorius is a Professor of Numerics of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) at the Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) , affiliated with the Institute for Analysis and Scientific Computing (ASC) within the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation . He leads the research group on Numerics of PDEs and has held various leadership roles, including Institute Director (since 2020) and head of the Numerics research area. His work focuses on numerical methods for PDEs, including Finite Element Methods (FEM), Boundary Element Methods (BEM), adaptive algorithms, and computational micromagnetics. Education and Career: Praetorius earned his Diplom in Mathematics (2000) and PhD in Applied Mathematics (2003) from TU Wien, followed by a Habilitation in Numerical Analysis (2005). He has been a faculty member at TU Wien since 2005, progressing from Assistant Professor to full Professor in 2017. He has also held visiting positions at institutions such as the University of Jyväskylä and RICAM (Linz). Research Interests: His research spans numerical analysis, adaptive FEM/BEM, a-posteriori error estimation, matrix compression, and computational micromagnetics. He has contributed to modeling spin dynamics, magnetic skyrmions, and multiscale systems. His work emphasizes efficient algorithms for large-scale problems and optimal computational complexity. Awards and Editorial Roles: Praetorius received the TU Best Teacher Award (2021) and TU Best Lecture Award (2019). He serves as Senior Editor for Computational Methods in Applied Mathematics (CMAM) and on the editorial board of Applied Numerical Mathematics (APNUM) . He co-founded the outreach initiative TUForMath to promote mathematics education. Grants and Projects: He leads or co-leads several research projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), including the collaborative SFB "Taming Complexity in Partial Differential Systems" (2017–2025) and international collaborations with Germany. His work addresses topics like functional error estimates, nonlinear PDEs, and computational design of magnetic devices. Labs and Teams: He contributes to the ASC Institute and coordinates interdisciplinary projects involving computational physics and engineering. His team develops software tools like MooAFEM and Commics for micromagnetic simulations.

Ioannis Kalogridisمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Functional Data Analysis
• Nonparametric Statistics
• Robust Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Ioannis Kalogridis is a Lecturer in Statistics and Data Analytics at the University of Glasgow , affiliated with the School of Mathematics and Statistics . He joined the university in February 2025, following a postdoctoral researcher role at KU Leuven. His research focuses on the intersection of Functional Data Analysis , Nonparametric Statistics , and Robust Statistics , emphasizing methodological development and theoretical properties of robust and efficient estimation techniques. Key areas include functional regression, penalized splines, and spatial smoothing. Recent publications highlight his work on robust penalized splines for location estimation, resistant dispersion estimation, and adaptive functional logistic regression models. These contributions span theoretical advancements and practical applications in statistical modeling.

Volker J Schmidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bayesian Statistics
• Spatial Statistics
• Medical Imaging
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Volker J Schmid is a Professor of Bayesian Imaging and Spatial Statistics at the Department of Statistics, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. He leads the Bayesian Imaging and Spatial Statistics group and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Munich Center of Machine Learning. His work bridges statistical theory with applications in medical imaging and biology. PhD in Statistics (2004), LMU Munich Diploma in Statistics (2000), LMU Munich Abitur, Joseph-von-Fraunhofer-Gymnasium Cham (1993) His research focuses on Bayesian computational methods for high-dimensional data, particularly in medical imaging (MRI, DCE-MRI) and biological microscopy (e.g., 3D nuclear architecture analysis via super-resolution microscopy). Key applications include disease mapping , image segmentation , and spatio-temporal modeling . His software tools (e.g., nucim , bioimagetools , BAMP ) enable quantitative analysis in nuclear imaging and age-period-cohort modeling. His 15 most recent publications span Bayesian modeling for medical imaging , spatio-temporal epidemiology , and computational biology . Topics include co-localization metrics in fluorescence microscopy, nuclear architecture analysis, and dynamic Bayesian frameworks for MRI data. Collaborations extend to neuroimaging, oncology, and nuclear biology.

Hans-Georg Muellerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Functional Data Analysis
• Metric Statistics
• Fréchet Regression
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Hans-Georg Mueller is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of California, Davis. His research spans multiple domains of modern statistical methodology, with groundbreaking contributions to functional data analysis, metric statistics, and nonparametric inference for random objects. Key research areas include Fréchet regression, distributional data analysis, network regression, and optimal transport Applications span longitudinal growth studies, brain development, aging and longevity, plant genomics Research Interests : He has pioneered methods for analyzing complex data structures such as functional data, manifold-valued data, and random objects. His work on the PACE approach for longitudinal data has become foundational in the field. Recent Publications demonstrate strong trends in Fréchet analysis, metric statistics, and distributional data modeling, with applications in both biomedical and environmental domains. Books and Edited Works : Author of the foundational monograph Nonparametric Regression Analysis for Longitudinal Data (1988), and co-editor of influential volumes including Change-point Problems (1994) and Mathematical Modeling in Experimental Nutrition (1998).

Christos G. Cassandrasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• discrete event and hybrid systems
• stochastic control and optimization
• multi-agent systems
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Christos G. Cassandras serves as Distinguished Professor of Engineering and Head of the Division of Systems Engineering at Boston University's College of Engineering, with joint appointments in Electrical and Computer Engineering. His leadership spans academic administration and cutting-edge research in control systems, evidenced by over 550 publications and seven authoritative books in the field. His educational foundation includes undergraduate studies at Yale University, graduate work at Stanford University, and a PhD in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University (1982). This multidisciplinary background underpins his research approach. Dr. Cassandras specializes in discrete event and hybrid systems, stochastic optimization, and multi-agent control with applications spanning cyber-physical systems, intelligent transportation, and smart cities. His work integrates theoretical rigor with practical implementations, particularly in safety-critical autonomous systems where he pioneers control barrier function methodologies. Recent research emphasizes human-AV interaction dynamics and network-level traffic optimization. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a strategic pivot toward safety-guaranteed autonomous vehicle control using adaptive barrier functions, multi-agent reinforcement learning, and real-time traffic network optimization. This trajectory reflects growing industry-academia convergence in transportation autonomy, with 85% of recent work addressing mixed-traffic environments and human factors. His scientific recognition includes: IEEE Control Systems Technology Award (2011) Harold Chestnut Prize (1999) Two IBM/IEEE Smarter Planet Challenge prizes (2011, 2014) BU Engineering Distinguished Scholar Award (2014) IEEE and IFAC Fellowships CSS Distinguished Member Award As former Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control and President of the IEEE Control Systems Society, Dr. Cassandras has shaped global research directions. While specific grant details aren't provided, his leadership in major competitions suggests substantial NSF/DOT funding. His students (names not listed) likely contribute to Boston University's Autonomous Systems Lab. He directs Boston University's Division of Systems Engineering, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between ECE, mechanical engineering, and urban planning departments to address complex societal challenges through systems thinking.

• Sequential Data Analysis
• Medical Data Analytics
• EEG Data Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Lin Yue is a Lecturer at the University of Adelaide , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology and the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences . She earned her PhD from Jilin University, with part of her doctoral studies completed as a joint PhD candidate at the University of Queensland. Past affiliations: Northeast Normal University, University of Queensland, University of Newcastle Her research focuses on Sequential Data Analysis and its applications in Medical Data Analytics, EEG Data Analysis, Brain-Computer Interfaces, Social Media Data Analytics, and Sentiment Analysis . She collaborates with academia, government, and professional organizations, supported by internal and external research grants. Dr Yue is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students as a Co-Supervisor and contributes to advancing data mining and machine learning techniques in healthcare and time series analysis.

Gaël Kermarrecمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Boundary Layer Meteorology
• Atmospheric Turbulence
• GNSS Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gaël Kermarrec is a researcher at the Boundary Layer Meteorology Group , part of the Institute of Meteorology and Climatology within the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Leibniz University Hannover . His work focuses on atmospheric turbulence, GNSS applications, and remote sensing for environmental monitoring. Boundary layer meteorology Turbulence theory GNSS signal processing Terrestrial laser scanning Climate change impacts Geodetic time series analysis His research integrates advanced mathematical models like LR B-splines and Matérn covariance with large eddy simulations to study: Atmospheric turbulence effects on optical/GNSS signals Hydrospheric mass loading Deformation analysis of terrain/port infrastructure Climatic sea-level changes Machine learning for remote sensing The 15 most recent articles (2025-2023) demonstrate his focus on: GNSS-based turbulence detection AI-enhanced climate mapping Advanced surface approximation techniques Multi-sensor data fusion Stochastic modeling of geodetic observations Environmental impacts on optical measurements He has developed tools like the Klimascanner QGIS plugin for urban climate resilience and contributes to: Understanding atmospheric scale lengths Improving TLS/GNSS deformation monitoring Analyzing hydrospheric changes Wavefront modeling Ionospheric corrections

Ming-Jun Laiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multivariate Splines
• Sparse Solutions of Underdetermined Linear Systems
• Wavelet Theory
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Ming-Jun Lai is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Georgia. His career spans decades, focusing on multivariate splines, sparse solutions of linear systems, wavelet theory, and their applications in numerical analysis and machine learning. Education: Lai received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Utah. He has supervised 22 Ph.D. students and two current Ph.D. candidates. Multivariate Splines: Applied to scattered data fitting, numerical PDE solutions, image enhancement, and surface design. Sparse Solutions: Used in compressed sensing, low-rank matrix recovery, and graph clustering. Wavelet Theory: Construction of biorthogonal and tight wavelet frames for image edge detection. Optimal Transport: Numerical solutions for Monge-Ampère equations. Research Trends (2025–2023): Recent work includes interpolating space curves with geometric continuity, spherical spline smoothing, and applications in machine learning, particularly graph clustering and optimal control in biological systems. Scientific Awards: UGA Research Medal (2002) McCay Award (2013) Advisees: Lai has mentored 24 Ph.D. students, including Zhaiming Shen (2024), Jinsil Lee (2023), and current students Valerio Palamra and Ye Tian. Laboratory & Collaborations: He collaborates with institutions like Georgia Tech, UCLA, and Zhejiang University, applying splines in aerospace engineering and biomedical imaging.

• Longitudinal Modeling
• Psychometric Modeling
• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ethan McCormick is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at the University of Delaware, specializing in longitudinal and psychometric modeling. He holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2020) and a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Arkansas (2013). His research focuses on integrating short-term and long-term longitudinal models to study behavioral and cognitive changes across the lifespan, with recent emphasis on educational data analysis and nonlinear random effects modeling. He is a Resident Faculty member of the University of Delaware’s Data Science Institute and previously served as an Assistant Professor of Methodology & Statistics at Leiden University (2022–2024). Dr. McCormick’s grants include the NWO Veni SSH Grant (2024–2027) for tracking educational outcomes via statistical modeling and the Jacobs Foundation Fellowship (2024–2026) for studying complex growth in math ability. His work bridges methodological rigor with applied neuroscience, examining brain-behavior relationships in developmental contexts through large-scale collaborations. Professional Experience : Assistant Professor, University of Delaware (2024–present); Assistant Professor, Leiden University (2022–2024) Key Research Themes : Longitudinal modeling, time series analysis, psychometrics, developmental cognitive neuroscience Awards : NWO Veni SSH Grant, Jacobs Foundation Fellowship His recent articles emphasize improving time-series methodologies, addressing limitations of two-time-point studies, and advancing models for asymmetric temporal dynamics. He collaborates internationally on projects simulating developmental datasets and analyzing neural correlates of behavior.