جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Machine Learning
• Generative Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Models of Human Behavior
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Mirco Musolesi is a Full Professor of Computer Science at both University College London (UCL) and the University of Bologna. He leads the Machine Intelligence Lab at UCL, part of the UCL Centre for Artificial Intelligence. His research focuses on Machine Learning, Generative AI, and computational models of human behavior, with applications in ubiquitous systems and societal impacts of AI. Education: PhD in Computer Science from UCL (2007) and Laurea in Electronic Engineering from the University of Bologna (2002). Previous roles include positions at the University of Birmingham, Dartmouth College, and the Alan Turing Institute. Research spans multi-agent systems, reinforcement learning, and AI ethics. Notable awards include ACM UbiComp 10-Year Impact Award (2020/2024) and the NetExplorateur/UNESCO Top 100 Innovations (2011). His work on EmotionSense and CenceMe applications has been recognized with Test-of-Time awards. Recent publications (2024-2025) address moral alignment in AI agents, multi-agent environmental policy simulations, and creativity in LLMs. His labs explore AI-driven solutions for urban systems and ethical decision-making frameworks.

Michael Hallerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Next-Generation Interfaces
• Smart Textile Interfaces
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Michael Haller is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy, where he serves as founder and director of the Media Interaction Lab. Based at NOI Techpark, his work focuses on next-generation human-computer interfaces, leading a team of over 10 researchers and students in developing innovative interaction technologies for automotive and wearable applications. He earned his Dipl.-Ing. (1997), Dr. techn. (2001), and Habilitation (2007) degrees from Johannes Kepler University of Linz, Austria. Haller's research centers on Human-Computer Interaction with specialized expertise in Smart Textile Interfaces, Physical Prototyping, and Ubiquitous Computing. His lab pioneers user-centered design of next-generation interfaces through industry collaborations with BMW, KTM, SEFAR, and Tratter Engineering. Current work emphasizes sustainable materials for flexible sensors, touchless interaction, and reducing plastic components in automotive interfaces while maintaining ergonomic functionality. His 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a clear trajectory toward sustainable sensor technologies, particularly biodegradable substrates (wood, animal-based, stone, gelatin) for temperature and pressure sensing. These works bridge materials science with HCI, targeting automotive interfaces, health monitoring, and eco-fashion through textile-based solutions that prioritize environmental sustainability without sacrificing performance. His scientific accolades include: Erwin Schrödinger Fellowship Award Google Research Award Europrix Top Talent Award Best ACM SIGGRAPH Emerging Technologies Award Microsoft Imagine Cup 7 Best Paper and Honorable Mention Awards at ACM CHI and ACM UIST Haller directs major research projects including SmartCover (2024-2026) for developing smart laminated dashboards that replace plastic components with gesture-based textile interfaces, and iPlayground (2024-2026) establishing an industrial-scale smart textile lab. He mentors researchers in prototyping and empirical evaluation, with industry grants supporting the development of washable touchless fabrics and next-generation vehicle interfaces. His work bridges academic research and commercial product development through direct industry partnerships. The Media Interaction Lab operates from NOI Techpark with industrial knitting/sewing machines, confocal microscopes for surface analysis, and a collaborative Idea Space for rapid prototyping. Current infrastructure enables development of warp-knitted smart textiles for automotive consoles and sustainable fashion applications, focusing on reducing plastic waste while creating intuitive touchless interaction experiences through magnetoresistive and inductive sensing technologies.

• Digital circuits and systems
• Electronic systems
• Modeling
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Alberto Macii is a Full Professor in the Department of Control and Computer Science (DAUIN) at Polytechnic University of Turin. He is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo - Integrated Additive Manufacturing and serves on two colleges: College of Computer, Film and Mechatronics Engineering and College of Mechanical, Aerospace and Automotive Engineering. His research interests include: Digital circuits and systems Electronic systems, modeling, and simulation Energy-efficient circuits and systems Energy management and battery systems Embedded systems and cyber-physical systems Low energy building technologies His work aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals including affordable and clean energy (Goal 7), industry innovation and infrastructure (Goal 9), and sustainable cities and communities (Goal 11). His publication record shows a consistent focus on energy efficiency in electronic systems spanning over two decades, with particular emphasis on battery modeling and power management. Recent work has expanded into environmental applications with transformer neural networks for flood forecasting, demonstrating the evolution of his research into new application domains while maintaining core expertise in energy optimization. His scientific awards include: Best paper award ACM/IEEE Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI (2008) IEEE Fellow (2007-) Senior Member IEEE He has served as Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Embedded Computing (2005) and as Program Chair for EUC2005: Embedded & Ubiquitous Computing. Professor Macii has advised PhD students including Alberto Bocca (2019-2023) whose thesis focused on compact modeling techniques for energy analysis and optimization of complex systems. He has led numerous research projects including CANP (2018-2020), R3-PowerUP (2017-2021), SERENA (2017-2020), AMable (2017-2021), and STAMP (2016-2019), demonstrating sustained research leadership across multiple funding mechanisms. He is active in the EDA - Electronic Design Automation research group and LAB 4 research laboratory at DAUIN, with research spanning VLSI-CAD, Smart City technologies, and Industry 4.0 applications. His work bridges theoretical computer engineering with practical applications in energy conservation across multiple domains.

Yvonne Rogersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ubiquitous Computing
• Interaction Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yvonne Rogers is a Professor of Interaction Design and serves as director of UCLIC (University College London Interaction Centre) at University College London. She is a prominent figure in human-computer interaction research with significant contributions to understanding how technology can empower rather than replace human capabilities. Her research spans several interconnected domains: Ubiquitous Computing - examining seamless integration of technology into everyday environments Interaction Design - creating intuitive human-technology interfaces Human-Centered AI - developing systems that create synergies between humans and machines Learning Technologies - transforming educational experiences through technology Professor Rogers advocates for shifting focus from what humans versus machines can do individually to what they can accomplish together. Her work emphasizes societal-level impacts of technology, particularly how AI can enhance complex decision-making processes in political and social contexts. She has been actively involved with the Humane AI Network, contributing to European discussions about responsible AI development that incorporates philosophical and ethical considerations alongside technical capabilities. At UCLIC, she leads research initiatives exploring contextual learning environments that bridge online and offline experiences. Her 2013 lecture on learning technologies contrasted 'inside thinking' (traditional classroom learning) with 'outside thinking' (contextual, real-world learning), advocating for more engaging, playful educational approaches that connect digital and physical spaces.

• Human-Centered Systems
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence
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Alessio Malizia is a Professor of User Experience Design at the University of Hertfordshire, UK, and concurrently holds a full Professorship at the Computer Science Department of the University of Pisa, Italy. His research focuses on Human-Centered Systems, Human-Centered AI, and Design Fictions, emphasizing ethical AI, user participation, and the integration of visual programming languages. He has held roles at institutions including Sapienza University of Rome, IBM, Silicon Graphics, and Xerox PARC, where he researched neural networks and gestural interfaces. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and education. Malizia’s career includes visiting research at Xerox PARC, associate professorship at the University Carlos III of Madrid, and senior lecturer roles at Brunel University London. He is an ACM Distinguished Speaker and actively promotes democratizing AI through tools like BlocklyBias and PyFlowML. His research spans touchless interfaces, collaborative design methodologies, and AI explainability. Key contributions include frameworks for socio-technical process modeling in agriculture, tools for bias detection in AI data, and visual languages fostering user participation in ML systems. His work on telemedicine and healthcare AI emphasizes co-design and trusted AI systems. Recent studies explore end-user development for smart environments, digital agriculture, and computational thinking education through tools like TAPASPlay. Awards: ACM Distinguished Speaker Key Interests: Human-AI Interaction, UX Design, AI Ethics, IoT Ecosystems, and Co-Creation Methodologies Notable Projects: Figmant, ModeLLer, and the Chatbot Usability Scale validation His grants and collaborations focus on improving AI transparency, user-centered design processes, and participatory innovation in technology adoption across sectors.

Alberto Monge Roffarelloمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Wellbeing
• End-User Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alberto Monge Roffarello is an Assistant Professor (RTDb) at the Department of Control and Computer Engineering (DAUIN), Politecnico di Torino, where he is a member of the e-Lite Research Group. He teaches courses including Human-AI Interaction, Digital Wellbeing, and Web Applications across multiple degree programs such as Computer Science and Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Film and Media Engineering. His research centers on Human-Computer Interaction, with a strong focus on Digital Wellbeing and End-User Development in the Internet of Things . He investigates how users can personalize smart environments through trigger-action programming and how design patterns in digital interfaces—such as Infinite Scroll and Never-Ending Autoplay—exploit psychological vulnerabilities to capture attention. His work aims to empower users with tools for self-control, meaningful interaction, and habit mitigation. The recent publications highlight a consistent trajectory in digital self-control tools , attention-aware design , and semantic recommendation systems for IoT. His research bridges theoretical analysis with practical tools, including conversational agents (HeyTAP), debugging platforms (EUDebug, My IoT Puzzle), and ontologies (EUPont) to lower the barrier for non-technical users. Scientific contributions include: Systematic review of digital self-control tools (TOCHI 2022) Typology of Attention-Capture Damaging Patterns (CHI 2023) Design frameworks for meaningful interactions (AVI 2022) Behavioral interventions for smartphone habits (TiiS 2021) He actively supervises PhD students—Francesca Russo, Robert Everett Schwartz, and Luca Scibetta—on topics ranging from AI for education to digital wellbeing in high-schools. His work is supported by competitive research projects such as EMPATHY - Empathetic Mobility Platform . He has contributed to multiple national and international collaborations, notably with Santa Clara University (USA). Alberto leads and participates in research initiatives within the e-Lite - Intelligent and Interactive Systems group, focusing on intelligent interfaces, user empowerment, and ethical design. His lab develops tools that translate high-level user intentions into executable IoT rules, promote digital literacy, and support conscious technology use.

Laurence T. Yangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• parallel and distributed computing
• ubiquitous and pervasive computing
• embedded computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laurence T. Yang is a Professor at the School of Computer Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China, and Department of Computer Science of St. Francis Xavier University, Canada. He maintains active research and professional service commitments across both institutions with significant contributions to computing disciplines. His research spans parallel and distributed systems, embedded platforms, ubiquitous/pervasive computing environments, sensor networks, supercomputing infrastructure, and scalable computing methodologies. These interests drive his extensive publication record and leadership in advancing computational theory and applications. Dr. Yang has received numerous accolades including: Honorable Mention, PROSE Awards for "Mobile Intelligence" (2010) Best Paper Award at IEEE AINA-06 (2006) Best Paper Nomination Distinguished Achievement Awards (2005, 2011) Canada Foundation for Innovation Award (2003) Multiple Best Paper Awards at international conferences His professional service includes chairing the IEEE Technical Committee of Scalable Computing (2008-2011), leading the IEEE Task Force on Ubiquitous Computing and Intelligence (2009-present), and serving on Compute Canada's National Resource Allocation Committee (2009-present). As editor-in-chief for multiple journals and author/editor of over 25 books, he has shaped scholarly discourse while delivering approximately 20 keynote addresses globally.

Dipanwita Thakurمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Green Artificial Intelligence
• Federated Learning
• Smart Healthcare
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dipanwita Thakur serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Modeling, Electronics and Systems (DIMES) at the University of Calabria, Italy since July 2023. She is an active member of the European Cooperation in Science & Technology (COST Action CA22104) focusing on cybersecurity and serves in the IEEE Future Networks Working Group for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. Previously, she held a 15-year Assistant Professor position at Banasthali University, Rajasthan, and has industry experience at TechMahindra and C-DAC. Education: Ph.D. in Smart Healthcare from West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata M.Tech. in Software Engineering from Banasthali Vidyapith MCA from NIELIT, Government of India B.Sc. from University of Calcutta Her research pioneers Green Artificial Intelligence with emphasis on energy-efficient federated learning and smart healthcare applications. She develops privacy-preserving human activity recognition systems using multimodal data fusion, focusing on performance evaluation and environmental sustainability. Her work bridges theoretical machine learning with practical healthcare solutions, optimizing AI systems for reduced carbon footprint while maintaining clinical efficacy through hardware-algorithm co-design and quantization techniques. Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory toward sustainable AI, with increasing focus on energy-aware federated learning frameworks, multimodal medical segmentation, and non-IID data handling. Her work consistently addresses the critical balance between model accuracy, convergence speed, and energy consumption across edge devices, with growing emphasis on quantization techniques and hardware-algorithm co-design for real-world deployment. Scientific Awards: Elevated to IEEE Senior Member (2024) Dr. B.C. Roy Memorial Scholarship for outstanding 10th Board results (1992) Student Science Seminar Award by West Bengal Government (1990) Dr. Thakur actively mentors students as evidenced by her congratulations to advisee Farwa for paper acceptances. She serves as Associate Editor for Information Fusion (Elsevier) and IEEE Sensors Journal, and holds editorial roles at Scientific Reports. Her research is advanced through COST Action CA22104 and IEEE working groups, though specific grant details aren't listed in the source material. She has organized key workshops including Green-Aware AI 2024 and Green Federated Learning at IJCNN 2025. She leads research within the MONAI community on data quality and federated learning, and contributes to IEEE IoT and Future Networks initiatives. Her work with the COST Action CA22104 Behavioral Next Generation in Wireless Networks connects cybersecurity with sustainable AI development, while her Missouri S&T visiting scholar position focuses on energy optimization for federated learning systems.

Marco Portaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Eye Tracking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marco Porta is a Full Professor at the University of Pavia, Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering. He teaches Web and Multimedia Technologies in the Computer Engineering Master's program and Web Design and Technologies in the interdepartmental CIM Bachelor's program. His research focuses on Eye Tracking, Vision-Based Perceptive Interfaces, and Human-Computer Interaction, with recent emphasis on AI applications for human-centered systems. He leads the Computer Vision & Multimedia Lab and chairs teaching councils for CIM and CoD programs. Education: Master's in Electronic Engineering (Polytechnic of Milan) and Ph.D. in Electronic & Computer Engineering (University of Pavia). Professional roles include vice-chair of IEEE's Technical Committee on Factory Automation. Over 118 publications in journals/conferences, with contributions to biometrics, e-learning interfaces, and industrial automation. Research highlights include gaze-based authentication systems, interactive museum interfaces, and ergonomic in-vehicle infotainment evaluations. Current projects explore gaze-driven intelligent tutoring systems and public space interaction frameworks.

Matthias Fuchsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Tourism
• Big Data Analytics
• Circular Economy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthias Fuchs is a tenured full professor at the Faculty of Economics and Management, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. His research focuses on sustainable tourism, big data analytics, circular economy frameworks, and strategic management in tourism destinations. He teaches courses such as M-1 Strategic Management and is actively involved in curriculum development for e-tourism and business intelligence. His work integrates quantitative methods like clustering algorithms (e.g., k-Means, DBSCAN) with qualitative analyses to address tourism challenges. Key research areas include real-time tourism monitoring via Google Maps data, socio-economic impact assessments of tourism, and post-Cartesian ontologies challenging conventional economic paradigms. He explores creativity's role in fostering innovative regions through network science and Buddhist philosophy-influenced frameworks. Publications span topics from cultural tourism sustainability in Sweden to the application of convolutional neural networks for Instagram analysis. Despite no explicit awards listed, his contributions to e-tourism curricula and big data methodologies reflect significant scholarly influence. Fuchs advocates for transformative science to align tourism with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing ethical leadership and justice-oriented socio-economic policies. Teaching responsibilities include guiding students in tourism management, strategic leadership, and destination marketing. His interdisciplinary approach bridges business intelligence, environmental science, and philosophy to address contemporary tourism challenges.

Claudia Rinaldiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Telecommunications
• Signal Processing
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claudia Rinaldi is a Post Doctoral Researcher at the Faculty of Engineering , University of L'Aquila , with a focus on telecommunications and signal processing. She contributes to projects involving Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) , Software Defined Radio , and Cognitive Radio applications in both engineering and artistic domains. Doctorate in Wireless Communications (2009, University of L'Aquila) Master's in Electronic Engineering (cum laude) with thesis work at KTH Stockholm Trumpet graduate from Conservatory of Music "A. Casella", L'Aquila (2006) Her research spans physical layer protocol design , WSN applications in electronic music , and MAC layer optimization for WiMax. Key projects include: RFSounding : Interactive installation converting radio frequencies to audible sound Homeland Security : Wireless perimeter monitoring systems SMILING : Home automation sensor technologies VISION : 3D video sensing with UWB radios She has taught Signal Analysis , Wireless Communications , and Electrical Communications , and contributed to book chapters in Technological Innovation and Springer Verlag publications.

Letizia Bolliniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Design
• Interaction Design
• Cultural Heritage
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Letizia Bollini is a Professor at the Faculty of Design and Arts of the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano , specializing in Digital Design . Her work bridges physical and digital realms ("phygital"), focusing on cultural heritage, memory preservation, and user experience. Role : Professor of Digital Design Institution : Free University of Bozen-Bolzano Key Themes : Phygital narratives, cultural heritage ecosystems, digital mortality Research Interests include: Designing multimodal interfaces for cultural heritage Temporal dimensions of digital memory Accessibility in digital typography Geo-referenced storytelling for urban history Gender perspectives in design technology Her scientific contributions span from 2018 to 2024, addressing digital humanities, user experience, and sustainable design practices. Though no explicit awards are listed, her work has been showcased in events like the World Usability Day in Bozen (2023-2024).

• Economic and Management Engineering
• Digital Transformation
• E-Business
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicola Frega is a full-time Researcher at the Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering of the University of Calabria (UniCal). His career spans over three decades, focusing on digital transformation in economic, organizational, and technological domains. Graduated summa cum laude in Computer Engineering from UniCal (1991) PhD in Computer Engineering (MURST, 9th cycle) Held a Research Grant (ING-IND/35) at DEIS-UniCal (1999-2002) His research interests include: Digital transformation in public administration and business Agri-food system innovation Social media and multichannel communication Smart technologies for NFC/QRCode applications Collaborative networks for sustainability Recent publications (2013-2025) emphasize: Systematic analysis of Cultural Industries 4.0 Mobile-based services in agri-food chains Collaborative platforms for food awareness Smart parking systems using NFC technology Scientific achievements: 1992: BULL HN Sud Degree Award Multiple EU-funded research projects (DIRECT-FOOD, HERAKLES, etc.) Teaching activities since 1992: Taught modules in Information Systems, Digital Services, and e-Economy Collaborated in exam commissions for Computer and Management Engineering Active in the GIUDA Lab , focusing on: Collaborative knowledge management Digital process automation ICT for organizational governance

• Software Maintenance and Evolution
• Software Comprehension
• Reverse Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maria Tortorella is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering at the University of Unisannio, Italy. Her research focuses on software engineering with particular emphasis on business-process and software-system alignment. She has published extensively in the field of software maintenance, evolution, and quality assessment, with a publication record spanning over two decades from 1994 to 2019. Dr. Tortorella's primary research interests include: Software Maintenance and Evolution Software Comprehension and Reverse Engineering Software Quality Assessment Business Process Modelling Alignment between Business Processes and Software Systems Open Source Software Evaluation Her research trajectory shows a clear evolution from foundational software engineering topics toward contemporary challenges in business-IT alignment and open source software evaluation. Early work focused on program comprehension and identifying reusable components, while more recent publications examine architectural instability, quality evolution trends, and reliability assessment in open source projects. This progression reflects the changing landscape of software engineering practice and research priorities over her career. Dr. Tortorella has maintained strong collaborative relationships, particularly with Lerina Aversano, Gerardo Canfora, and Carmine Grasso, resulting in numerous co-authored publications. Her work demonstrates methodological rigor through empirical studies, case analyses, and framework development that bridges theoretical concepts with practical applications in software engineering and business process management.

Orazio Tomarchioمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cloud computing
• Service Oriented Architectures
• Semantic service discovery
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Orazio Tomarchio is an Associate Professor in Information Processing Systems (ING-INF/05) at the Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering of the University of Catania. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Palermo in 1999 and has taught software engineering, security, and distributed systems at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His research focuses on distributed systems, cloud computing, middleware for IoT, semantic technologies, and business process management. He has coordinated regional projects like Cloud4Business, SEEE, PRO.MANA, and led the University of Catania's research unit in the national PRIN2008 Cloud@Home project. Currently, he contributes to projects such as TRAIT (Therapeutic Robot and Artificial Intelligence in experimental Therapy) and QUALIAGRO 4.0, aiming to integrate BPM and IoT for quality management in the agri-food sector. His work involves mobile ad-hoc networks, personal/ubiquitous computing, and SLA in cloud environments.