جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert S. Allison is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. His research focuses on human perceptual responses in virtual environments, stereoscopic vision, and eye movement analysis. He is affiliated with the York Centre for Vision Research, Sensorium (Digital Arts & Technology), and the Centre for Innovation in Computing at Lassonde. His research interests include depth perception in natural and virtual environments, human-computer interface design for VR, machine vision applications, and the measurement of human motion. He has supervised multiple graduate students and contributed to over 260 publications. His work spans topics like cybersickness mitigation, display lag effects, and perceptual adaptation in VR. Key grants include NSERC-funded projects on perception in virtual environments and collaborations with institutions like the Australian Research Council. His teaching includes courses on human perception in human-computer interaction and digital logic design. Recent articles highlight advancements in understanding motion perception, VR-induced sickness, and multisensory integration. He collaborates widely, with affiliations including the VISTA program and York's Connected Minds initiative.

Nils Wildeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Robotics
• Autonomous Systems
• Human-Robot Interaction
• +۱۶ مورد دیگر

Nils Wilde is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada. He specializes in robotics, AI, and human-computer interaction, with a focus on cognitive robotics, multi-robot systems, and human-robot interaction. His research integrates planning, optimization, control, and machine learning to develop interactive and adaptive robotic systems. His educational background includes: BSc and MSc in Computer Science or related field from Technical University Berlin (2012, 2016) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo (2016–2020), co-supervised by Dana Kulić and Stephen L. Smith Postdoctoral Fellow at TU Delft (2021–2024) in the Autonomous Multi-Robots Lab with Javier Alonso-Mora Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Waterloo’s Autonomous Systems Lab (until August 2021) Nils Wilde's research centers on enabling robots to learn from human feedback and adapt to user preferences in dynamic environments. His work spans preference learning , multi-objective planning , motion planning , task assignment in multi-robot systems , and human-robot interaction . He develops algorithms that allow robotic systems to balance competing objectives such as efficiency, safety, and user comfort, particularly in service robotics applications like hospitals and industrial facilities. His recent publications (2020–2024) demonstrate a strong trajectory in top robotics venues (T-RO, RA-L, ICRA, IROS, CoRL, CDC, WAFR), with a focus on multi-objective optimization, dynamic vehicle routing, sensor scheduling, and learning user preferences. A key theme is improving the quality of service in robotic systems by optimizing metrics like waiting times, statistical distinctness of plans, and user satisfaction, often through novel cost functions and learning frameworks. Nils is actively building a new robotics lab at Dalhousie University, with funded PhD positions and an interdisciplinary research environment. He is involved in organizing academic workshops, such as the upcoming 2025 RSS workshop on Multi-Objective Optimization and Planning in Robotics. He mentors prospective students and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Janille Smith-Colinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Transportation Systems
• Infrastructure Resilience
• Equity in Civil Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janille Smith-Colin is the J. Lindsay Embrey Trustee Assistant Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU), where she leads the Smith-Colin Research Group. As a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Jr. Editor for the ASCE Journal of Infrastructure Systems, her work bridges infrastructure management with social equity. She serves on the Transportation Research Board Standing Committee on Transportation Planning Analysis and Application (AEP15). Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Studies from Lafayette College Smith-Colin's research centers on sociotechnical systems modeling to advance equity, sustainability, and resilience in transportation infrastructure. She employs system dynamics and spatial analysis to examine transportation as a social determinant of health, with emphasis on underserved communities. Her engineering education work integrates community-based participatory research and design thinking to develop inclusive pedagogical approaches. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward data-driven equity assessment, utilizing social media mining, mobile trajectory data, and spatial analytics to investigate infrastructure deserts, micromobility access, and health impacts. She pioneers social return on investment (SROI) frameworks for transportation solutions, connecting civil engineering with public health and disaster resilience through interdisciplinary methodologies. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award, International Conference on Transportation & Development (2023) Golden Mustang Teaching Award, SMU (2023) National Academies Gulf Coast Research Program Early Career Fellowship (2021) ASCE ExCEED Teaching Fellow (2019) Her research is funded by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, with grants supporting equity-focused transportation projects. While student advisees aren't explicitly listed, her community-based research approach indicates active mentorship in solving civil engineering challenges for marginalized groups. She also contributes to transportation policy through regional collaborations. The Smith-Colin Research Group develops evidence-based tools for infrastructure equity, conducting spatial analysis of transportation systems and health outcomes. Current projects involve system dynamics modeling for social sustainability, Twitter-based crisis response monitoring, and partnerships with Dallas-area agencies to map infrastructure deficiencies and mobility barriers.

Mohamed Hefeedaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multimedia Networking
• Peer-to-Peer Systems
• Internet Protocols
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mohamed Hefeeda is a Professor in the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU), Canada. He leads the Network and Multimedia Systems Lab (NMSL) and previously served as Director of the School from 2018 to 2023. His research focuses on multimedia networking, mobile computing, cloud systems, and hyperspectral imaging. He holds an ACM Distinguished Member designation and has received prestigious awards including the NSERC Discovery Accelerator Supplements (2011) and multiple best paper awards at top conferences like ACM MM and IEEE Infocom. Education: Ph.D., Purdue University, 2004 M.Sc., University of Connecticut, 2001 B.Sc., Mansoura University, Egypt, 1994 Research Interests: Design of efficient multimedia systems and protocols for wired/wireless networks Cloud gaming optimization and video encoding techniques Hyperspectral imaging for healthcare and mobile applications AI-driven multimedia systems and mobile computing innovations Grants & Industry Collaborations: Funded by NSERC, CFI, and companies like AMD, Huawei, and CBC Co-founded Video Semantics (acquired by tech firm) Partnered with CBC on peer-assisted content distribution systems Awards Highlights: 2025: ACM Distinguished Member 2019: Best Student Paper Award at ACM MMSys 2015: NSERC Discovery Accelerator Supplements Labs & Leadership: Network and Multimedia Systems Lab (NMSL) at SFU Contributed to creation of Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI)

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Extended Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Teresa Hirzle is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science , University of Copenhagen , specializing in Human-Centred Computing . Her research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , Virtual Reality (VR) , Extended Reality (XR) , and Gaze-Based Interaction . Research Interests: Designing interaction techniques for immersive environments Eye movement analysis for educational applications Addressing digital eye strain in interactive systems Evaluating user experience in VR/AR Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications examine AI representation in VR co-creation, VR sickness in locomotion, eye strain in gaze-driven systems, and hybrid applications of comics/AR. She also explores pedagogical implications of eye tracking in remote learning. Contact: Email: tehi@di.ku.dk Office: Sigurdsgade 41, 2200 København N.

Li Songمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Energy System Optimization
• HVAC System Fault Detection
• Energy Efficiency Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Li Song is a Professor and holds the Lesch Centennial Chair & Lloyd G. and Joyce Austin Presidential Professor at the University of Oklahoma's Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering Department. He leads the Building Energy Efficiency Lab and serves as AME Associate Director for Research. His expertise spans building energy systems, HVAC optimization, and fault detection technologies. Education: Ph.D. (Thermal/Fluid Science, 2004) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln; M.S. (Thermal/Fluid Science, 1996) from Harbin Institute of Technology; B.S. (Thermal Energy Systems, 1993) from Shengyang University of Civil Engineering and Architecture. Research focuses on energy-efficient HVAC systems, fault detection algorithms, and building performance analytics. Notable contributions include the ULEM-FDD system for high-performance buildings and virtual sensor technologies for airflow/water flow measurement. Awards include the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize (2011 finalist) and Bes-Tech Innovation Award (2006). Publications emphasize HVAC control strategies, energy modeling, and IoT-enabled diagnostics. Courses taught include Thermodynamics, Energy Efficient Building Systems Design, and HVAC Systems Engineering.

James Abbasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neural Engineering
• Medical Rehabilitation
• Neurotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Abbas serves as Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas College of Engineering, where he develops neural engineering solutions for medical rehabilitation and exercise. His work integrates neurotechnology design, computational modeling, and human subject experimentation to advance rehabilitation systems. His academic background includes: B.S. in Bioelectrical Engineering from Brown University M.S. and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University Postdoctoral Fellowship at Shriners Hospital in Philadelphia, PA Dr. Abbas' research centers on neural engineering for rehabilitation , with expertise in neurotechnology development , computational modeling of neuromuscular systems , and experimental evaluation of rehabilitation technologies . His work bridges engineering innovation with clinical applications, particularly for Parkinson's disease and spinal cord injury rehabilitation. Key methodologies include intrafascicular electrode design, stimulation waveform optimization, and haptic feedback systems for prosthetic control. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in selective peripheral nerve stimulation , neural interface engineering , and personalized rehabilitation robotics . His work consistently addresses clinical translation challenges, with increasing focus on wearable military rehabilitation systems and AI-driven personalization of neurorehabilitation protocols. Professional recognition includes: Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors Senior Member of IEEE Dr. Abbas maintains significant editorial leadership as Associate Editor for IEEE EMBS and Neural Engineering Conferences, while serving on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation and Frontiers in Neuroengineering. He contributes to national initiatives as a Steering Committee member for the NIH SPARC Initiative's Data Resource Center. Though specific grant details aren't provided, his active research program and editorial roles indicate substantial funding and collaborative networks. No student advisees are listed in the source material. His research operates at the intersection of the Biomedical Engineering department and clinical rehabilitation partners, with emphasis on translating neural engineering innovations into practical rehabilitation solutions through interdisciplinary teams.

Francisco Benitaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Data Science & Analytics
• Optimisation & Decision Science
• Economics & Public Policy
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Francisco Benita is an Adjunct Lecturer at the Engineering Systems and Design (ESD) Pillar of Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). He holds a PhD in Engineering Sciences from Monterrey Tech (2016) and an MSc in Industrial Economics from Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (2012). Prior to SUTD, he was a postdoctoral fellow at SUTD’s Architecture and Sustainable Design Pillar and a Senior Advisor at the ITESM-BMGI Lean Six Sigma Program. His research focuses on urban systems, optimization, data science, and their intersections with economics and public policy. Key areas include transportation networks, spatial livability indices, and pandemic impacts on urban environments. Benita’s interdisciplinary work spans fields like sustainable urban design, carbon emissions modeling, and global trade dynamics. Recent publications highlight trends in transportation innovation (e.g., ride-sharing impacts, aircraft routing frameworks), climate-resilient urban planning (e.g., walkway thermal comfort), and pandemic analysis. His projects often integrate quantitative methods with real-world data, emphasizing actionable insights for policymakers and urban planners. Though no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his extensive international collaborations—including research visits to TU Berlin, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, and Supélec—reflect his global academic engagement. Students and grants are not listed in the provided texts. Benita’s work is anchored in labs/teams within SUTD’s ESD Pillar, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed. His research bridges theoretical optimization with practical urban challenges, contributing to both academic discourse and applied solutions in smart cities.

Cynthia Cruickshankمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Energy Systems
• High Performance Buildings
• Solar-Assisted Heat Pumps
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cynthia Cruickshank is a Full Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University and currently serves as Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion within the Faculty of Engineering and Design. She holds degrees including a B.Sc. and Ph.D. from Queen's University. Her research focuses on advanced building energy systems, high-performance buildings, and sustainable construction materials. Key areas include solar-assisted heat pumps, thermal energy storage (both sensible and latent), and solar absorption cooling. She leads the Centre for Advanced Building Envelope Research (CABER), dedicated to innovative building envelope technologies. Her recent work examines telework impacts on home energy use, smart thermostat data analysis, and the integration of bio-based phase change materials in construction. Over 150 peer-reviewed articles highlight her contributions to energy efficiency, renewable energy systems, and building retrofit strategies. Prof. Cruickshank's research teams collaborate on projects such as solar-driven adsorption systems, vacuum insulation panel retrofits, and policy implications of remote work. Her labs emphasize experimental validation of novel materials and systems through guarded hot box testing, hygrothermal modeling, and in-situ evaluations.

Robert Xiaoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Xiao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), affiliated with the Designing for People research cluster. He holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University and a BMath from the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on interactive technologies, including VR/AR interfaces, sensing systems, and cybersecurity. Notable contributions include Lumitrack (tracking system), TouchTools (touch interaction), and CVE-2023-37271 (Python sandbox exploit). Education: Ph.D., Human-Computer Interaction Institute, Carnegie Mellon University; BMath, Computer Science & Combinatorics, University of Waterloo Affiliations: Core member of UBC's Designing for People cluster Research interests span novel input modalities, mixed-reality systems, and security challenges. He actively competes in DEF CON CTF (multiple 1st places) and publishes in top venues like CHI, UIST, and ISMAR. Recent work explores VR decision-making, low-latency tracking, and collaborative AR/VR environments. Awards: SIGCHI Outstanding Dissertation Award, CHI Honorable Mention, DIS Honourable Mention Teaching includes courses on computer systems (CPSC 213), human-computer interaction (CPSC 554X), and cybersecurity (CPSC 436S). His lab develops tools like SurfShare (surface sharing) and VirtualNexus (collaborative AR).

Gail Bragerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thermal Comfort
• Sustainable Building Design
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gail Brager is a Distinguished Professor of Architecture at the University of California, Berkeley, serving as Director of the Center for Environmental Design Research (CEDR) and Associate Director of the Center for the Built Environment (CBE), a research collaboration with over 40 industry partners. She holds a 50% appointment as Associate Dean of the Graduate Division and is an affiliate faculty member of the Energy and Resources Group. Her educational background includes a PhD and MS in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley and a BS from UC Santa Barbara. Professor Brager's research focuses on thermal comfort in naturally ventilated and mixed-mode buildings, sustainable design, and the assessment of energy and indoor environmental quality. She pioneered adaptive thermal comfort models that revolutionized building standards by accounting for occupant behavior and climate adaptation, bridging engineering precision with architectural aesthetics to create human-centered sustainable spaces. Her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational adaptive comfort theory to contemporary occupant-centric environmental control systems, with increasing emphasis on big-data field studies like the ASHRAE Global Thermal Comfort Database II and practical applications in green-certified workplaces. Presidential Young Investigator Award (NSF) Progressive Architecture Research Award AIA Education Honors Honorable Mention Places/EDRA award for Place-based research ASHRAE Fellow ASHRAE Publications Award As a dedicated educator and research leader, she has mentored generations of architects and engineers while securing industry-funded projects that translate thermal comfort research into real-world building performance standards through CEDR and CBE. Her leadership in CEDR and CBE fosters interdisciplinary teams spanning academia and industry, driving innovations in sustainable building design through post-occupancy evaluations, occupant behavior studies, and climate-responsive ventilation strategies that directly inform green building certifications worldwide.

Uta Pottgiesserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architectural Heritage
• Building and Façade Construction
• Interior Architecture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Uta Pottgiesser is a Professor of Heritage & Technology at the Department of Architectural Engineering + Technology, Delft University of Technology. Her research focuses on the technical aspects of architectural heritage, emphasizing sustainable reuse of historical buildings through innovative concepts and products. She holds a PhD from TU Dresden and has held leadership roles at institutions like the Detmold School of Architecture and the University of Antwerp. Her work bridges architecture, engineering, and interior design to enhance user well-being and environmental sustainability. Education: PhD in Architecture (2002), TU Dresden Architecture studies, TU Berlin Research Interests: Combining technical and cultural dimensions of architectural heritage, including facade construction, building conservation, energy efficiency, and adaptive reuse of modernist structures. She explores how digital technologies and bio-inspired solutions can address heritage risks and urban sustainability challenges. Professional Activities: Vice-Chair of DOCOMOMO Germany Chair of DOCOMOMO ISC/T (Technology) Editorial roles in journals (e.g., JFDE, JID) Organizer of international conferences and architectural competitions Recent Articles: Focus on occupant satisfaction in office spaces, digital tools for heritage risk management, and green infrastructure's health impacts. Her work often integrates interdisciplinary approaches to urban sustainability and cultural preservation.

• Natural and Artificial Lighting
• Solar Energy (Passive and Active)
• Building Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jean-Louis Scartezzini is an Honorary Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Solar Energy and Building Physics Laboratory (LESO-PB). His research focuses on natural/artificial lighting, solar energy systems, and building technology, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability. Director of LESO-PB since 1994 Founded and led several institutes, including the Institute for Infrastructure, Resources, and Environment (2002–2009) Doctorat in Physics from EPFL (1986) Extensive international collaborations, including visiting roles at NUS (2009) and LBNL/UCLA (1988) Research interests include: - Daylighting and lighting control systems - Passive/active solar technologies - Urban microclimate and energy systems - Stochastic simulation and predictive control Recent work addresses climate change impacts on energy systems, urban sustainability, and machine learning applications in energy optimization. Key publications span lighting health impacts, renewable integration, and microclimate modeling Awards include the European Solar Prize (2001/2002) and Walsh-Weston Bronze Medal (1998) Mentored over 20 PhD students, many leading in academia and industry (e.g., Marilyne Andersen at EPFL, Flavio Foradini at E4Tech).

Afshin Ashariمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Design
• Mixed-Reality Environments
• Public Space Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Afshin Ashari is an Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture at the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development , University of Guelph. Prior to academia, he worked at BrookMcIlroy Inc., an interdisciplinary firm in Toronto, on architectural and landscape projects in public and private sectors. Education : Masters in Landscape Architecture, University of Toronto Bachelor of Computer Engineering, Azad University of Tehran Research Interests : Afshin explores the intersection of computational design and mixed-reality environments, focusing on: Art-Technology Unity in Public Spaces Algorithmic and Parametric Modeling Data-Driven Design Approaches Interactive Immersive Environments Biophilic Design Agricultural Urbanism Article Trends : His publications emphasize: AI tools for design processes Parametric modeling in urban rehabilitation Climate change communication via social media Drones for visual impact assessments Augmented reality in public spaces Historical and future-oriented design frameworks

Yen-Ting Yehمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Mobile Interaction
• Collaborative Tools
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yen-Ting (Allen) Yeh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Saskatchewan, where he leads research in Human-Computer Interaction focusing on mobile interaction techniques, collaborative tools, and creative technologies. PhD, Cheriton School of Computer Science, University of Waterloo MS, Graduate Institute of Networking and Multimedia, National Taiwan University His research explores physical and cognitive human capabilities through: Innovative phone interaction methods (folding, dexterous gestures, side-touch expansion) Collaborative writing environments with privacy controls Creativity augmentation systems for 3D modeling Augmented reality and interactive fabrication tools Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on: Acoustic input techniques using finger snapping Motion-based creative reflection tools Dynamic gesture recognition systems Collaborative editing comfort optimization Scientific recognition includes: ACM Creativity and Cognition 2021 Honorable Mention The research group at the University of Saskatchewan's HCI Lab actively seeks students interested in phone interactions, human factors, AR/VR, collaborative tools, and creative arts applications.