جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Neurobiology
• Brain Plasticity
• Proteomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lutgarde Arckens is a full Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, KU Leuven, and chairs the Department of Biology. She leads research in neurobiology and aging studies, with affiliations to the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI) and the KU Leuven Institute for Single Cell Omics (LISCO). Research Focus: Cellular and systems-level brain plasticity in mammals Identification of area- and layer-specific proteins in visual/multisensory cortex plasticity Proteomic technologies (2D-DIGE, mass spectrometry imaging) for brain research Impact of healthy aging on the short-lived vertebrate Nothobranchius furzeri Her recent work explores: Neuroregeneration mechanisms in killifish after traumatic injury Microglia diversity in aging-related neurodegeneration Astrocyte roles in cortical plasticity and vision loss recovery Neuromuscular aging parallels between sarcopenia and ALS She serves on multiple institutional governance bodies including the University Council, Academic Council, and chairs the Departmental Council/Board of Biology. Her lab develops preclinical platforms for Parkinson’s disease and healthy aging therapies using killifish models.

• Specific Learning Disabilities
• Dyslexia
• Dyscalculia
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Pol Ghesquière is Full Professor in Orthopedagogics at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences , KU Leuven (Belgium). His research focuses on the cognitive and neurobiological basis of learning disabilities, particularly dyslexia and dyscalculia, including screening methods, diagnostic instruments, and remedial teaching strategies. He serves as Academic Fellow of the International Academy for Research in Learning Disabilities (IARLD) and holds leadership roles in the Flemish Learning Disabilities Network and Dyslexia International (UNESCO NGO). Research Themes: Dyslexia neurobiology, auditory/visual processing, executive function development, technology-based interventions, family impact on learning disorders, and school guidance systems. Awards: Academic Fellow, IARLD Education Translation: Co-author of "Als leren pijn doet…" for parents/teachers. His recent publications examine multi-deficit models of dyslexia , neural synchronization in at-risk children, and technology-driven literacy assessments . Collaborations span institutions like the KU Leuven Brain Institute and international bodies. He supervises numerous PhD students across topics ranging from neuroanatomical predictors to speech technology applications in education.

Baldwin Van Gorpمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• framing of societal themes
• journalism and news
• identity experience in dementia
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Baldwin Van Gorp is a full professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences , KU Leuven, and head of the Lab for Media, Information & Influence (OG) . He is also a member of the Ethics @ KU Leuven , Leuven Centre for the Study of Islamic Culture and Society , and Leuven One Health Institute . His work bridges academia and creative practice through arts-based methods , including participation in the Stripgids Academie in Turnhout, where he honed skills for his ongoing graphic novel project. Education : Completed Stripgids Academie (Comics) for technical storytelling skills Research interests include: Framing of societal themes (climate change, migration, health communication) Crisis communication (language strategies, imago repair theories) Dementia studies (identity formation, visual communication for empowerment) Computational journalism (algorithmic influence on news production) Recent article trends show interdisciplinary focus on: Framing theory applications in health/media contexts AI and technology in sensitive communication Child psychology in news reception Visual methods for marginalized voices Comparative media analysis (TV vs. TikTok, Belgium vs. international) Ethical framing in polarized debates Advising roles feature collaborations with: PhD/Master's students : Gert Fannes, Lies Bormans, Lisa Balliu, An-Sofie Claeys Co-promotions : Projects on algorithmic journalism, EU crisis narratives Labs & teams : Founded and leads Lab for Media, Information & Influence (OG) in Leuven/Brussels Collaborations with Koning Boudewijnstichting , VRT , and Pelckmans Pro (publishing)

• Neuropsychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Clinical Neuropsychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Céline Gillebert serves as a Senior Lecturer at KU Leuven's Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences with primary affiliations in the Brain and Cognition research unit and KU Leuven Brain Institute. Her committee memberships include: PPW Faculty Council (as ZAP representative) POC Bachelor Psychology POC Master Psychology Her research focuses on neuropsychological consequences of brain injuries , specializing in attention deficits, visual processing disorders, and sensory sensitivity following stroke or brain tumors. Key methodologies include EEG, neuroimaging, and cognitive assessment tool development like the Dutch Oxford Cognitive Screen (OCS-NL) and Multi-Modal Evaluation of Sensory Sensitivity (MESSY). Her work bridges cognitive neuroscience with clinical rehabilitation to improve patient outcomes. Recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate consistent emphasis on sensory symptoms in brain injury populations, neural mechanisms of attention, and validation of clinical assessment tools. She pioneers multimodal approaches for identifying overlooked symptoms like sensory sensitivity while advancing stroke rehabilitation protocols through psychometric validation studies. Dr. Gillebert actively leads research funding initiatives as promoter or co-promoter on 10 major projects (2022-2030), including: Sensory sensitivity after brain tumor treatment Cognitive reserve in stroke recovery EEG-based aphasia assessment Visual processing rehabilitation Neuropsychological protocols for mild cognitive impairment She supervises clinical psychology internships for adults/elderly while teaching specialized courses in neuropsychological rehabilitation and brain imaging methods within KU Leuven's clinical psychology programs.

• Spatial Navigation
• Memory Systems
• Neural Circuits
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fabian Kloosterman is a Lecturer at KU Leuven's Laboratory for Biological Psychology, with additional affiliations at the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI) and the KU Leuven Institute for Integration of Micro- and Nano-scale Technologies (LIMNI). His research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying spatial navigation and memory processes. His research interests center on understanding brain circuit function in spatial navigation and memory. Using advanced electrophysiological and biochemical approaches in rodent models, Kloosterman investigates hippocampal-prefrontal interactions, spatial coding mechanisms along neural axes, and the role of neural oscillations in cognitive processes. His work bridges systems neuroscience with technological innovation in neural recording methodologies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on spatial coding mechanisms, particularly in the hippocampus and connected structures. His research employs high-density neural probes and optogenetic techniques to investigate how brain circuits process spatial information and support memory functions. A recurring theme involves examining the relationship between neural oscillations (particularly theta rhythms and sharp-wave ripples) and cognitive processes. Kloosterman actively supervises doctoral candidates, with several students completing PhD theses under his guidance on topics related to spatial coding, memory systems, and neural circuit function. His research is supported by multiple active grants through KU Leuven's research portal, including projects investigating cognitive flexibility, retrosplenial cortex function, and hippocampal-prefrontal interactions. He leads research within the Laboratory for Biological Psychology, focusing on neural circuit mechanisms of cognition. His team employs cutting-edge electrophysiological techniques combined with behavioral paradigms to investigate how distributed brain networks support spatial navigation and memory processes.

Rosanna Gangemiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Philosophy of Art
• Gender Studies
• Visual Culture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Academic Affiliation & Roles Currently a Lecturer at Université libre de Bruxelles and University of Lille, Dr. Gangemi holds a joint PhD supervision between ULB and Sorbonne Nouvelle. She teaches Disciplinary Methodology in Contemporary Art History , Image Theory , and Visual Arts , with a focus on part-time academic roles across Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée, Paris 8, and Brussels institutions. Education PhD (in progress): Philosophy of the Image & Germanic Literature, ULB/Sorbonne Nouvelle Language & Cultural Studies: Italian and German literature intersections Research Specializations Specializing in art philosophy , gender studies , and visual culture , her work spans 19th-21st century European art and literature. Key areas include aesthetics of modernity , interdisciplinary exile studies , and eco-critical narratives , with significant contributions to Goethe, Haushofer, and Günther Anders scholarship. Article Trends Analyzes political art (Heartfield's photomontage), gender systems (Mead/Butler), and existential aesthetics (Anders' theories). Her 2023 publications focus on apocalyptic literature and raw art , while 2021-2022 works address relational art , sculpture , and eco-feminist theory . Scientific Contributions Lore Hergershausen Grant (2017) for Haushofer research Co-edited DROME magazine (2004-2015), pioneering international art theory Published in journals: Image & Narrative , ETC MEDIA , Itinera Advising & Collaborations Co-founded DROME magazine and contributes to the Centro di Ricerca dei Luoghi Singolari , blending architectural theory with radical spatial practices. Regular speaker at ISELP (Brussels) on art-aesthetics-cultural history intersections.

• Computer graphics
• Virtual reality
• High performance computing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Frank Van Reeth serves as Full Professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at Hasselt University's Faculty of Sciences, where he directs the Digital Future Lab and leads the Applied Computer Science Lab within the Expertise Centre for Digital Media (EDM) at Campus Diepenbeek. His institutional roles include Vice-Presidency of Examination Boards for Informatics and Computer Science programs. His research spans computer graphics, virtual reality, high performance computing, and human-computer interaction with strong emphasis on industrial applications. Current projects include NORM.AI for efficient AI rendering, MAXVR-INFRA for digital-physical workspaces, and MAX-R for mixed reality pipelines, demonstrating his focus on bridging theoretical computer science with practical implementations in computer vision and extended reality systems. Prof. Van Reeth has supervised 23 PhD students to completion since 1997, with recent graduates working on synthetic data training and spatial context-aware services. His active supervision of 4 doctoral candidates focuses on hardware-accelerated deep learning and industrial inspection systems. He teaches core courses in computer graphics, visual computing, and problem solving while maintaining leadership in EDM's €15M+ research portfolio. The Applied Computer Science Lab under his direction operates as EDM's primary research engine, specializing in real-time rendering, 3D modeling, and computer vision solutions. The Digital Future Lab he directs provides the infrastructure backbone for Hasselt University's mixed reality research, enabling collaborations across 15+ ongoing projects with industrial partners in manufacturing and digital media sectors.

• Computer Graphics
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lode Jorissen is a Postdoctoral Assistant at Hasselt University's Faculty of Sciences, where he is affiliated with the Capacity group Computer Sciences within the Expertisecentrum voor Digitale Media (EDM) on Campus Diepenbeek. He maintains dual laboratory affiliations with both the Applied Computer Science Lab and the Digital Future Lab. His research spans multiple specialized areas of visual computing: Computer Graphics and Visual Computing Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality systems Image Processing and Computer Vision Novel-view synthesis techniques Projection-based augmented reality View-dependent lighting effects in XR 3D Modeling and Image-Based Rendering Dr. Jorissen manages an extensive research portfolio comprising 14 active projects with timelines extending from 2013 through 2029. Current major initiatives focus on AI-generated video detection, projection-based AR enhancement, and advanced lighting effects in XR environments, with practical applications across industrial manufacturing, construction, and immersive media production sectors. His funded research projects include: Training-free and model-agnostic approaches for generalizable and explainable AI-generated video detection (2025-2029) Enhancing Projection-based Augmented Reality (2025-2029) ALARMM_SBO: Accurate large-area Localization and spatial Alignment with Robust Markerless Methods (2025-2029) Expanding Capabilities of View-Dependent Lighting Effects in XR (2023-2027) DIGIBUILD: Digital Support for Construction Industrialization through Off-site Production (2024-2026) Dr. Jorissen currently supervises three PhD students as copromotor while teaching multiple advanced courses in image processing, computer graphics, and visual computing for both the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic years. His laboratory work at the Applied Computer Science Lab focuses on developing practical visual computing solutions that bridge theoretical computer vision techniques with real-world industrial applications, particularly in manufacturing and construction environments.

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Virtual Reality
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeroen PUT serves as a Researcher-expert and Research Manager within the Faculty of Sciences at Hasselt University. His primary academic appointment resides in the Capacity group Computer Sciences, with significant leadership roles in the Expertise Centre for Digital Media (EDM). He actively contributes to the Applied Computer Science Lab and Digital Future Lab, driving research in computational imaging and interactive systems. His research centers on Computer Graphics , Computer Vision , and Virtual Reality with industrial applications. Key focus areas include real-time rendering, deep learning for visual inspection, and VR-based assembly validation systems. This work bridges academic innovation with manufacturing and logistics sectors through projects like FARAD2SORT for automated product sorting. Current funding includes the Expertise Centre for Digital Media initiative (2024-2028) which he manages, providing resources for advanced computational infrastructure. His teaching portfolio demonstrates commitment to graduate education in visual computing disciplines despite no explicit student supervision details being published. Dr. PUT operates within the Applied Computer Science Lab ecosystem, which fosters collaboration between computer scientists, engineers, and industry partners. The lab maintains strong ties to manufacturing and logistics sectors for rapid prototyping and deployment of vision-based solutions in real-world production environments.

• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Junhong CHEN serves as a Research Fellow at Hasselt University within the Faculty of Engineering Technology. His primary affiliations include the Capacity group Engineering Technology, the Engineering Materials and Applications research group, and the Digital Future Lab—where he contributes specialized expertise in computer vision and robotics. His research centers on solving critical challenges in robotic perception and manipulation through Deep Learning. Key focus areas include transparent object grasping—a complex industrial automation problem requiring novel approaches to visual processing and motor control. This work directly addresses limitations in current robotic systems handling glass, plastic, or other optically challenging materials. CHEN recently led the project 'Deep Learning based methods for transparent object grasping' (June 2023-March 2024), which developed advanced neural network frameworks for robotic vision systems. While no student supervision details are publicly listed, his affiliation with active research groups indicates ongoing mentorship within technical teams. His work demonstrates practical applications in logistics automation and smart manufacturing environments. As part of Hasselt University's Engineering Materials and Applications group and Digital Future Lab, CHEN operates at the intersection of material science and AI-driven engineering solutions—contributing to the institution's strategic focus on digital transformation in industrial processes.

Dorota Walczak-Delanoisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polish Literature
• Comparative Literature
• Literary Translation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dorota Walczak-Delanois is a Full Professor and Head of the Chair of Polish Studies at the Free University of Brussels (Université libre de Bruxelles), Faculty of Languages, Cultures and Communication. She has established herself as a leading scholar in Polish literature with a particular focus on 20th and 21st century poetry within comparative, cultural, and historical contexts. Her research interests span Polish and Belgian poetry, literary translation (especially intersemiotic translation), avant-garde movements, feminist literary theory, and the relationship between poetry and visual arts. She has published extensively on Polish female poets, religious themes in contemporary poetry, and the evolution of poetic forms across different historical periods. Professor Walczak-Delanois has authored significant monographs including 'Inne oblicze awangardy' (2001), 'Niedoczytani-nierozpoznani' (2016), and the bilingual 'Poetyckie podwojenie/Dédoublement poétique' (2020) on Marian Pankowski. Her scholarly work appears in numerous international journals such as 'Comparative Yearbook', 'Religions', and 'Russian Literature', with recent publications examining topics like Polish female poets and religion, Georges Rodenbach's Belle Époque journalism, and contemporary poetic modernity. She served as editor-in-chief of the journal Slavica Bruxellensia (2008-2016) and was a member of the jury for the Wisława Szymborska Literary Prize (2016-2021). In 2021-2022, she held a Visiting Professor position at Adam Mickiewicz University of Poznań, strengthening academic connections between Belgian and Polish institutions. Beyond her academic pursuits, Professor Walczak-Delanois is also a practicing poet and painter, with creative works including 'L'abécédaire d'un coeur rebelle' (2018), demonstrating her integrated approach to literary scholarship and artistic creation.

Sébastien de Valeriolaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Humanities
• Quantitative Methods in Humanities
• Network Analysis
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Sébastien de Valeriola serves as Associate Professor and Chair of Digital Humanities at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), within the Faculty of Letters, Translation and Communication and Department of Information and Communication Science. He founded and coordinates the QuaDiHum Center of Excellence, integrating research (Ratio DH), training (Lectio DH), and technology (Praesto DH) to advance digital humanities across Belgium. His academic trajectory bridges mathematical sciences and humanities: PhD in Mathematics (Catholic University of Louvain, 2011) Master in Actuarial Sciences (Catholic University of Louvain, 2012) Master in History (Catholic University of Louvain, 2017) PhD in History (Catholic University of Louvain & Ghent University, in progress) De Valeriola's research pioneers quantitative approaches to humanities questions, with current projects spanning historical network analysis of medieval institutions, computational linguistics for ancient texts, and data visualization for cultural heritage. His methodological toolkit emphasizes network science, text/image processing, and machine learning applied to medieval history, archaeology, and journalism. His scholarly recognition includes: Henri Pirenne Award (Royal Historical Commission, 2017) Special mention for SCOR Actuarial Prize (SCOR France, 2013) As a supervisor, he guides eight students across master's and PhD levels on projects from European Parliament voting dynamics to medical AI interpretability. His lab maintains active FRS-FNRS funding and international partnerships including the QFame project with Universidade de Sao Paulo. Through the Digital Heritage webinar series and leadership in DH Benelux, he fosters cross-institutional collaboration with KBR, VUB, UGent, and UCLouvain. The QuaDiHum Center provides a dynamic ecosystem for digital humanities innovation, combining cutting-edge computational resources with deep domain expertise in historical and cultural analysis.

Benoît MACQمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Image Processing
• Video Compression
• Visual Content Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benoît MACQ is a Full Professor at the Catholic University of Louvain (UCLouvain), specializing in image processing and related technologies. Born in Louvain on August 6, 1961, he was elected as a member of the Royal Academy of Belgium on May 29, 2009, recognizing his significant contributions to electrical engineering and applied sciences. Professor Macq's research interests span multiple domains within visual communications technology, with particular expertise in video compression algorithms, visual content security mechanisms, medical imaging applications, and multimodal interaction systems. His work bridges theoretical algorithmic research with practical industrial implementations, demonstrating strong translational capabilities from laboratory to marketplace. His recent presentations reveal a growing focus on the societal implications of technology, particularly in areas of artificial intelligence applications in medicine, the future of internet infrastructure for industry, telemedicine systems for equitable healthcare access, and privacy protection in an era of pervasive surveillance. This demonstrates his commitment to addressing both technical challenges and ethical considerations in modern technology development. Elected member of the Royal Academy of Belgium (2009) Professor Macq actively participates in interdisciplinary discussions about technology's role in society, frequently collaborating with experts from diverse fields including medicine, law, and social sciences to develop comprehensive approaches to complex technological challenges. His work on privacy protection demonstrates particular attention to the multidisciplinary nature of modern technological problems, recognizing that solutions require integration of technical, legal, and social perspectives.