جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Michal Piovarciمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computer Graphics
• Computational Fabrication
• Haptic Reproduction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michal Piovarci is a Researcher (Postdoc) at ETH Zurich's Computational Design Lab led by Bernd Bickel. He holds a Ph.D. from USI Lugano (2020) under Piotr Didyk, receiving the Eurographics PhD Award for his thesis on Perception-Aware Computational Fabrication. His research focuses on computer graphics, computational fabrication, and haptic/appearance reproduction, emphasizing perception-driven solutions. Education: Ph.D., USI Lugano (2020) Previous postdoc at ISTA's Visual Computing Group Research interests include 3D Printing Innovations Haptic Feedback Systems Material Perception Modeling Directional Surface Design Professional Activities: Area chair at ACM Symposium on Computational Fabrication (2024), program committee roles at SIGGRAPH, SAP, and Eurographics. Organized Computational Fabrication Seminars (2021-2022). Grants: SNSF Project Funding (CHF 1M, 2025-2029) and FWF Lise Meitner Grant (2022-2023). Teaching: Taught Scientific Machine Learning for Design (ETH Zurich, 2024) Computational Fabrication (TU Wien, 2022)

Giorgio Rielloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global history
• Economic history
• Early modern history
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Giorgio Riello is Professor of Global History and Culture at the University of Warwick and Chair of Early Modern Global History at the European University Institute in Florence. He serves as Director of the Warwick Institute of Advanced Study and has held significant leadership positions including Head of Department of History at the European University Institute (2021-22) and Director of Warwick in Venice (2018-19). His academic career spans multiple prestigious institutions across Europe and North America. His educational background includes a Laurea in Business Economics from Ca' Foscari University, Venice (1998) and a Ph.D. in History from University College London (2002). His academic appointments progressed from Assistant Professor (2007-9) to Associate Professor (2009-11) and finally Professor of Global History and Culture at the University of Warwick (2011-present). Riello's research focuses on the intersections of material culture, trade, and consumption in early modern Europe and Asia, with particular expertise in textile history. He explores how objects shape global historical narratives, examining the relationship between consumption and production, with specific reference to textiles and clothing. His work bridges economic, cultural, and global history through innovative methodologies that incorporate material culture studies. His publication record reveals a consistent focus on global connections, particularly in textile history and early modern trade networks. Riello has pioneered concepts like the 'Diamond-shaped Trade' connecting Atlantic and Indian Ocean spaces, challenging traditional Eurocentric narratives of industrial development. His research demonstrates how Asian knowledge and commodities fundamentally shaped European economic development. Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (2013) Philip Leverhulme Prize (2010) World History Association Bentley Book Prize for Cotton: The Fabric that Made the Modern World (2014) Braudel Senior Fellowship, European University Institute (2012) Iris Foundation Award for contribution to the Decorative Arts and Material Culture (2016) Riello has successfully secured major research funding including an ERC Advanced Grant 'CAPASIA. The Asian Origins of Global Capitalism' (2022-27) and a Marie Curie COFUND grant. He currently supervises 10 PhD students at the EUI and acts as Second Reader for another 8 PhD students. His research has been supported by the Leverhulme Trust, Arts and Humanities Research Council, British Academy, and Economic History Society. As director of the Pasold Research Fund since 2010 and active collaborator with major international museums including the Victoria and Albert Museum and MUDEC Museum in Milan, Riello bridges academic research with public engagement in material culture studies.

• Textile Design
• Technical Textiles

Johann Georg Gollner serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Fine Arts and Design at Mozarteum University, specializing in Technical Textile Design ("Design: Technik.Textil"). His institutional affiliation is clearly established within the university's academic structure. His primary research and teaching focus centers on the integration of technology in textile design, specifically exploring functional applications of textiles through technical innovation. This interdisciplinary field bridges material science with creative design methodologies, emphasizing practical implementations beyond traditional aesthetic considerations. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the source profile. While student supervision details remain unspecified in available materials, his lecturing role inherently involves instructional responsibilities within the department's curriculum. Laboratory facilities or collaborative research teams were not referenced in the provided information.

• Architectural Geometry
• Digital Design
• Sustainable Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Milena Stavric is an Associate Professor at TU Graz's Institute for Architecture and Media. Her research focuses on architectural geometry, digital design, and sustainable materials. She integrates computational methods and digital fabrication techniques into architectural design, emphasizing eco-friendly materials like mycelium composites, alginate-based materials, and clay ceramics. Her work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, such as BIM integration for salvage materials and parametric modeling for freeform structures. She teaches courses in architectural geometry and digital design, contributing to advanced computational workflows from concept to fabrication. Her projects often explore the interplay between material properties and structural form, aiming to advance sustainable construction practices. Research interests include: sustainable building materials (e.g., mycelium-based insulation, alginate xerogels), parametric design strategies, and digital fabrication methods for lightweight ceramics. She explores novel fabrication techniques like coextrusion of clay composites and robotic fabrication of modular formwork. Her work frequently addresses environmental impacts through life cycle assessments and biogenic carbon analysis. Key projects involve material innovation (e.g., MyCera: clay-mycelium composites), digital tools development for early design phases, and educational initiatives like interactive math learning environments. Her contributions span academic publications and applied research, with a focus on integrating geometry, computation, and sustainability in architectural practice.

Janis Lena Meißnerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Transformation
• Inclusive Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Janis Lena Meißner is a post-doctoral researcher in the HCI research group at TU Wien, focusing on inclusion in digital transformation processes. She teaches courses including "Computational Aspects of Digital Fabrication" and "Free and Open Technologies," while conducting research that critically examines technology use among non-expert users and marginalized communities. Her educational background includes a doctoral degree in Digital Civics from Open Lab at Newcastle University, an MSc in Media Informatics, and a Bachelor's degree in Media Informatics. Prior to her academic career, she worked in the IT department of an Austrian governmental institution and as a consultant for a software company. Meißner's research centers on productive creative practices of non-expert technology users and their meaning-making processes with digital tools. She has explored sociomaterial practices of "makers-in-the-making," including people with disabilities using 3D printers for empowering hacks, charity workers creating interactive e-textile blankets, and Men Shed organizers combining traditional crafts with digital technologies. Her work challenges the "non-technical" framing of non-expert users and highlights social justice issues in digital transformation. She has particular expertise in participatory and creative research methods, examining how co-design can establish healthy researcher-participant relationships. Her recent publications reveal strong trends in inclusive maker spaces, accessibility for Deaf communities, hidden technological labor in female-dominated professions, and feminist approaches to human-computer interaction. As a co-founding member of fempower.tech, she actively promotes feminist perspectives in HCI. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in digital inclusion, particularly through projects exploring hidden technological labor of service workers and telemonitoring in healthcare contexts.

• Composite Materials
• Polymer Chemistry
• Porous Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Alexander Bismarck serves as a full Professor and Head of the Institute of Material Chemistry at the University of Vienna. His academic career centers on pioneering sustainable materials solutions with emphasis on composite engineering, polymer science, and bioinspired material design. His primary research domains include: Composite Materials: Development of high-performance biocomposites using cellulose, lignin, and fungal biomass for structural applications Polymer Chemistry: Synthesis and characterization of sustainable polymers with tailored properties Porous Materials: Design of advanced porous systems for separation, filtration, and energy storage Sustainable Engineering: Circular economy approaches to waste valorization and eco-friendly manufacturing Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strategic research trajectory toward multifunctional sustainable materials. Dominant themes include fungal-based material innovation (mycomaterials), structural batteries for aerospace applications, lignin valorization from black liquor, and photothermal deicing technologies. His work consistently bridges fundamental material properties with practical environmental solutions, particularly in water treatment and renewable energy storage systems. Scientific Awards: No specific awards documented in available sources Professor Bismarck actively supervises research projects and bachelor/master theses through courses like 'Polymer and Composite Engineering Seminar' and 'Research Examples: Sustainable Materials'. His leadership of the Institute of Material Chemistry suggests substantial grant management responsibilities, though specific funding details remain unreported in current documentation. The research group operates within the Institute of Material Chemistry at Währinger Straße 42, Vienna. Current focus areas include mycomaterials development, structural battery engineering, nanocellulose water filters, and bioinspired deicing coatings - all reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable material innovation with real-world applicability.

• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Nanomedicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohammed Aufy serves as a Lecturer within the Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Life Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. He actively supervises bachelor's theses through literature reviews on lysosomal peptidases in health/disease and practical projects evaluating cytotoxicity of novel antimicrobial/anticancer agents against cell lines. His research spans pharmacology, nanomedicine, and toxicology with core focus areas: Lysosomal protease roles in cancer progression, Alzheimer's, and neurodegenerative diseases Green biosynthesis of antimicrobial/anticancer nanoparticles using plant/fungal extracts Mechanistic studies of natural compounds (lemongrass, sclareol) for inflammation and sedation modulation Development of nanomaterials for water bioremediation and textile applications Methodologies include cell culture, in silico modeling, molecular docking, and in vivo animal studies. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in nanomedicine for antimicrobial applications (68% of works), cancer therapeutics (22%), and lysosomal biology (10%). Key innovations include bimetallic nanoparticles against drug-resistant bacteria, fungal-synthesized ZnO for biofilm disruption, and marine-derived gold nanoparticles with multi-functional activities. His work consistently bridges green chemistry with biological evaluation. Dr. Aufy advises bachelor's students through two structured pathways: Literature theses: Focused on lysosomal peptidases in antigen presentation, protein turnover, and disease mechanisms Practical theses: Requiring cell culture skills to test novel antifungal/antibacterial/antiviral compounds against normal and cancer cell lines Applications are accepted via email to mohammed.aufy@univie.ac.at at the UZA II campus (Josef-Holaubek-Platz 2, Vienna).

Bernd Kirschnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Business Administration
• Strategic Management
• Entrepreneurship
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bernd Kirschner is a Professor of Business Administration at the Management Center Innsbruck, where he has held leadership roles including Head of the Department of Economics & Management (2006–2023), Head of various academic programs (Master's in International Business, Bachelor's in Business & Management), and Academic Director for Controlling & Corporate Management. He is also Managing Director of Kirschner Bodenbeläge GmbH & Co. KG (2022–present) and a seasoned consultant in strategy and controlling. Education: Diplom in Business Administration from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (1994). He has taught at the Leopold-Franzens-University Innsbruck and Management Center Innsbruck since 1999, focusing on Controlling, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management. Research interests span strategic business models, digital transformation, internationalization of SMEs, and risk management. His work emphasizes practical applications, such as optimizing supply chains, leveraging innovation in bioeconomy, and developing performance measurement systems. He has supervised over 100 theses, addressing topics like digitalization in finance, robotics in banking, and sustainable logistics. Publications include peer-reviewed articles, books on Controlling, and contributions to Interreg Alpine Space projects. He received the FH Professorship Award (2005) and held leadership roles in professional associations like the International Controller Association (ICV). Key contributions include advancing Controlling practices in Austrian industries, advising on corporate turnarounds, and promoting entrepreneurship through lectures on global business strategies and leadership development.

Christoph Hinkerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Roman Archaeology
• Material Culture Studies
• Romanization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Hinker is a Senior Academy Scientist at the Austrian Archaeological Institute (OeAI) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. He holds a venia docendi ('Archaeology of the Roman Provinces') from the University of Innsbruck (2015) and has been a lecturer at the Universities of Graz, Innsbruck, and Vienna since 2008. His research focuses on Roman material culture analysis, contextual interpretation of small finds, and Romanization processes in the provinces. Key projects include excavations at Virunum Necropolis (Zollfeld) and Aigeira (Peloponnese). Education: Degrees in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History, and Classical Studies from the University of Graz Head of the OeAI's 'Everyday Life, Trade and Crafts' research group (2017-2020) Research interests emphasize methodological advancements in interpreting Roman artifacts, particularly from Noricum and Pannonia. Major contributions include studies on Roman glass vessels, belt buckles, and textile production. He received the Erna-Diez-Research Award (2015) for his work on Roman provincial material culture. Notable projects: 'Zollfeld Necropolis', 'CFIR Noric-Pannonian Costume', and Aigeira Tycheion excavations Publications: Over 45 journal articles and 4 monographs His work bridges material evidence with historical narratives, focusing on labor migration, craft specialization, and cultural hybridity in Roman provinces. Current research explores Roman settlement dynamics through multi-scalar analysis of artifacts and architectural remains.

• Wood Technology
• Materials Science
• Sustainable Composites
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Bernhard Ungerer is a researcher at the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources , part of the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). His work focuses on advanced wood-based composites and sustainable material systems.

• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Massive Open Online Courses
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martin Ebner is an Associate Professor at Graz University of Technology, specializing in educational technology, artificial intelligence in education, and learning analytics. As Dean of Studies for Technical and Textile Design, Computer Science, and Descriptive Geometry, he oversees academic programs focused on modern pedagogical approaches. His research explores the integration of AI in educational contexts, including generative AI for content creation, chatbot-assisted learning, and multilingual resource development. Research interests center on educational technologies supporting self-regulated learning, with significant work on MOOC platforms, learning analytics dashboards, and digital transformation in higher education. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on AI-driven educational tools, teacher training for digital literacy, and international education infrastructure. Awards include recognition for innovative research methodologies and educational technology implementations. Advising activities emphasize doctoral training and research community development, particularly through European university alliances like Unite!.

Ariuntuya Tserendorjمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Wastewater Treatment
• Activated Sludge Processes
• Small-Scale Infrastructure Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ariuntuya Tserendorj is a Lecturer in the Department of Environmental Engineering at the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology (GMIT) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Her work focuses on wastewater treatment systems, pathogen detection, and water supply infrastructure in rural and periurban areas. She is actively involved in academic governance as a member of GMIT's Senate and Internship committees. Education: Dr. Tech. Sci. from Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand Previous Role: Senior Researcher at Institute of Light Industry, Mongolia Her research integrates activated sludge processes , small-scale plant design , and multi-functional infrastructure development . She specializes in detecting pathogens in diluted water systems and improving rural sanitation. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in wool scouring wastewater treatment , tropical irrigation canal contamination , and microbial risk assessment . She has contributed to both academic journals and technical reports on water quality and treatment solutions. Scientific Award: Credentials from the Mongolian Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport As a committee member at GMIT, she shapes institutional policies while continuing her research on sustainable water management systems.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Scraping
• Textile Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samuel Dieter Zühlke is a researcher affiliated with the Digital Media Lab at Hagenberg University of Applied Sciences. His work focuses on AI-based systems, textile engineering, and interactive technologies, particularly in sustainable fashion and sensor layout optimization. Key Collaborations: Projects involve partnerships with institutions in Austria, Germany, and beyond. Research Themes: Includes self-repairing web scraping architectures, textile-integrated sensors, and digital traceability frameworks for sustainable fashion. Methodologies: Leverages Large Language Models (LLMs), sensor design, and data pipeline maintenance techniques.

• Gender Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Technology Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katta Spiel is an Assistant Professor for 'Critical Access in Embodied Computing' at the Human-Computer Interaction Group of TU Wien. They lead the ERC Starting Grant project ACCESSTECH (2024-2029), focusing on marginalized perspectives in technology design. Previously held an FWF Hertha Firnberg position (Exceptional Norms project) and contributed to FWF projects Social Play Technologies and OutsideTheBox. Education: B.A. Media Culture, B.Sc. Media Systems, M.Sc. Computer Science and Media (Bauhaus-Universität Weimar). Doctorate in Participatory Design methodologies with autistic children. Research Interests: Critical Access, Disability Studies, Queer HCI, Participatory Design, Textile Technologies. Focuses on designing technologies that account for diverse realities through collaborative, solidarity-based approaches. Grants & Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2024), Förderungspreis Wien (2022), SIGCHI Outstanding Dissertation Award (2020). Active in policy roles including Austrian Monitoring Committee for UN Disability Convention and Young Academy of Austrian Academy of Sciences. Labs/Teams: Leads ACCESSTECH team at TU Wien's HCI Group. Collaborates with neurodivergent, disabled, and nonbinary communities in participatory research.

Corina Forthuberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Participatory Design
• Textile Design
• Spatial Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Corina Forthuber is a University Professor of Design & Technology at the University Mozarteum Salzburg, specializing in the intersection of object, space, culture, and society. She leads the Design: Technology.Textiles program and operates a Vienna-based design studio emphasizing participatory projects. Her academic roles include teaching participative design strategies at institutions like the University of Art and Design Linz and NDU St. Pölten. Education: Bachelor's in Arts and Crafts (1998–2000) at Glasfachschule Kramsach, Tyrol Master's in Interior Design (2000–2008) at Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle Research Interests : Forthuber focuses on participatory design methodologies, cultural narratives in spatial interventions, and socially engaged textile practices. Her work bridges art, architecture, and community engagement, often addressing urban regeneration and rural development through collaborative projects. Key Projects : Recent works include the Museum of Unsolicited Guest Gifts (2020), exploring cultural exchange through communal art, and Glurns im Glück (2016), a participatory project reimagining rural tourism. Her installations like Bellevue (2016) and Not Welcome (2016) critique social and spatial dynamics. Awards include the Marianne Brandt Award (2007) and IF Concept Award (2006) for innovative design, alongside grants supporting participatory initiatives such as Children's Cosmos (2013) and Children.Kitchen.Come! (2010). Advising & Grants : Forthuber has coordinated youth design programs like the Pele-Mele creative school (2010–2014) and secured grants from institutions like the Saxony-Anhalt Art Foundation. Her studio's projects frequently involve cross-border collaborations, from Milan to Fortaleza, Brazil. Labs/Teams : Her studio serves as a hub for experimental design, partnering with theaters, museums, and educational institutions to create immersive, community-driven works.