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Adriana Tapusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Adriana Tapus is a Full Professor at ENSTA Paris, affiliated with Institut Polytechnique de Paris, leading the Autonomous Systems and Robotics Laboratory (SAR) within the Computer Science and Systems Engineering Unit (U2IS). She holds an HDR (Habilitation) and a PhD from EPFL, Switzerland, with postdoctoral experience at USC. Her research focuses on socially assistive robotics, human-robot interaction (HRI), and personalized therapy for individuals with physical/cognitive impairments. She directs the IP Paris Doctoral School and coordinates national/international projects like the EU-funded ENRICHME and SWEET. Education: PhD in Mobile Robotics, EPFL (2005) Habilitation (HDR), ENSTA Paris (2011) M.S. Computer Science, University Joseph Fourier Engineer, Politehnica University of Bucharest Research Interests: Tapus pioneers socially assistive robotics, integrating machine learning, human modeling, and multimodal communication (verbal/non-verbal/para-verbal). Her work addresses adaptive therapies for vulnerable populations using robotics, physiological data interpretation, and context-aware interaction. Key themes include: Human-robot cooperation and trust Emotion recognition and expression Personalized rehabilitation systems AI ethics and human-centered design Publications: Over 150 articles, with recent work exploring humor in HRI, teleoperation trust models, and cross-cultural intelligent vehicles. Notable 2025 contributions include studies on robot laughter efficacy and multimodal facial expression frameworks. Awards: 2025: 4 IROS papers accepted 2016: 25 Women in Robotics recognition 2010: Romanian Academy Award Multiple conference best paper awards (RO-MAN, ICRA, etc.) Advising & Grants: Supervised over 20 PhD students and led projects like EU Horizon 2020 ENRICHME. Current students focus on teleoperation dynamics, robot humor, and haptic interfaces. Active in editorial roles (IJSR, THRI) and conference organization (HRI General Chair 2019). Labs/Teams: Founder of RoboticsByDesign lab and co-initiator of the Hi! Paris interdisciplinary AI center. The SAR lab develops systems for healthcare, education, and human-robot collaboration.

Paras N. Prasadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photonics
• Nanophotonics
• Biophotonics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paras N. Prasad is a SUNY Distinguished Professor with joint appointments in Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, and Electrical Engineering at the University at Buffalo. He serves as Executive Director of the Institute for Lasers, Photonics and Biophotonics (ILPB), which he founded in 1999. Dr. Prasad holds the Samuel P. Capen Chair of Chemistry and has pioneered interdisciplinary research at the interface of photonics, nanotechnology, and biomedicine. Education: BSc, Bihar University, India (1964) MSc, Bihar University, India (1966) PhD, University of Pennsylvania (1971) Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Michigan (1971-74) Research Focus: Dr. Prasad's multidisciplinary research spans photonics, nanophotonics, and biophotonics, with emphasis on nonlinear optical processes in nanostructured materials. His work develops photonic technologies for information processing, medical imaging, and cancer therapy through nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems and diagnostic platforms. The ILPB laboratory features state-of-the-art instrumentation for advanced optical research. Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate strong focus on nanomedicine applications, particularly cancer theranostics using functional nanoparticles. Key themes include drug delivery systems, chiral photonic materials, bioimaging technologies, and nanoparticle synthesis techniques. The research consistently bridges fundamental materials science with translational medical applications. Honors and Awards: SPIE Gold Medal (2016) IEEE Photonics Society William Streifer Award (2021) American Chemical Society Peter Debye Award (2018) OSA Michael Feld Biophotonics Award (2017) IEEE Pioneer Award in Nanotechnology (2017) Fellow of National Academy of Inventors (2016) Guggenheim Fellowship (1997) Leadership: As ILPB Executive Director, Dr. Prasad leads multidisciplinary teams developing photonic technologies with applications in healthcare, energy, and communications. His research has generated nine spin-off companies, including Nanobiotix currently in advanced cancer therapy trials.

Sean Yendrysمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Graphic Design Education
• Exhibition Design
• Publishing and Book Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sean Yendrys is a Professor and Head of the MA Program in Graphic Design at the Estonian Academy of Arts in Tallinn, Estonia. He is an independent graphic designer based in Berlin and Tallinn, collaborating with artists, architects, and institutions globally. He previously directed the independent design summer program "A School, A Park" in Montreal (2016–2018). His teaching roles include Parsons The New School, Vermont College of Fine Arts, and Bergen Academy of Art and Design, among others. Education: BFA from Concordia University, MFA from Yale School of Art. Research focuses on alternative pedagogical models in design education, institutional critique, and the intersection of graphic design with performance art and spatial politics. His design practice spans exhibition identities, editorial projects, and experimental publishing for institutions like the Canadian Centre for Architecture, Harvard GSD, and Tanzkongress 2019. Recent publications include contributions to Para-Platforms (2018), Extra-curricular (2020), and the 2024 Movement Research Performance Journal . Current projects emphasize collaborative editorial work and institutional design frameworks.

• Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
• Acoustics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Luis Antonio Azpicueta Ruiz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Signal Theory and Communications at Carlos III University of Madrid. He leads research in the Signal Processing and Learning Group (GTSA) and Machine Learning for Data Science (ML4DS) group, focusing on interdisciplinary applications spanning acoustics, telecommunications, and machine learning. Research Interests: His work bridges signal processing theory with practical applications in environmental acoustics, adaptive filtering systems, and machine learning. Key research themes include: Advanced adaptive filtering architectures for nonlinear systems Distributed estimation in sensor networks Acoustic echo cancellation and room equalization Psychoacoustic evaluation methods Machine learning applications in noise monitoring and sound analysis Research Projects: Principal investigator for multiple funded projects including: Diagnóstico del ruido de chorro en aeronaves (AEI, 2022-2025) LearnINg FLow and Noise Dynamics via AI (COMUNIDAD DE MADRID, 2024-2026) BODYinTRANSIT - Sensory-driven Body Transformation (EUROPEAN COMMISSION, 2022-2026) Aprendizaje Automático para análisis Big Data (MINISTERIO DE ECONOMÍA, 2018-2021)

• Fluvial geomorphology
• Ecohydraulics
• Biogeomorphology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Walter Bertoldi is an Associate Professor of Geomorphology and Physical Geography at the University of Trento , Italy, within the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering. Since April 2018 he has held the Associate Professor rank, after serving as Assistant Professor from 2011-2018. He is also affiliated with the Agriculture, Food and Environment Center-C3A at the same university, and previously worked as Research Associate at Queen Mary University of London (2009-2010) and the University of Trento (2006-2009). Education PhD in Environmental Engineering (2004), University of Trento – Thesis: “River Bifurcations” 5-year Laurea degree in Environmental and Landscape Engineering (2000), University of Trento – 110/110 High school diploma (1994), Liceo Scientifico B. Russell, Cles (TN) On-line Master “Cooperación internacional: Tecnologías para el Desarrollo Humano” (2005), Ingenieria Sin Fronteras & Universitat Oberta de Catalunya Research Interests Walter Bertoldi’s research is centred on fluvial geomorphology with a strong emphasis on braided rivers . He investigates: Interactions between flow, sediment transport and vegetation Spatio-temporal controls on river morphology and bifurcations Biogeomorphic feedbacks involving riparian vegetation and large wood Physical and numerical modelling of river morphodynamics Use of remote sensing (LiDAR, Sentinel, close-range imagery) for monitoring river change His preferred field laboratory is the pristine River Tagliamento in Italy, complemented by collaborations on Alpine, Balkan and Japanese rivers. Scientific Awards & Recognition 2019 Gordon Warwick Award – British Society for Geomorphology, for excellence in geomorphological research within 15 years of PhD 2010 Wiley-Blackwell Award – Best paper in Earth Surface Processes and Landforms for “Planform dynamics of braided streams” Advising & Grant Leadership Bertoldi has supervised 14 PhD students to completion (or up to present), 46+ MSc theses and three post-doctoral fellows funded by MSCA and provincial grants. He currently sits on the academic boards of the Erasmus Mundus SMART Joint Doctorate and the University of Trento PhD programmes in Agrifood & Environmental Sciences and Civil & Environmental Engineering. Laboratories, Teams & Collaborations He leads experimental work in the University of Trento hydraulic/fluvial lab and coordinates field campaigns combining drones, LiDAR and in-situ instrumentation. Long-standing international collaborators include Queen Mary University of London, University of Western Ontario, ETH Zurich, University of Padova, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, University of Kyoto and others.

Sara Catenacciمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Art History
• Museum Studies
• 20th Century Italian Art
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sara Catenacci is an Assistant Professor in Art History at the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca, affiliated with the LYNX Center. She holds a PhD in Art History from Sapienza University of Rome, with prior degrees from the University of Pavia, Ca’ Foscari, and IUAV Universities in Venice. Her research focuses on 20th-century Italian art institutions, socially engaged art practices of the 1970s, and the intersection of art, architecture, and design with social activism. Her academic training included collaborations with institutions like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Venice Biennale’s Archives. Notable roles include Research Curator for the 14th Istanbul Biennial (2014–2015) and Curatorial Coordinator at Castello di Rivoli Museum of Contemporary Art (2019–2020). From 2020–2022, she was part of MACRO Museum of Contemporary Art in Rome’s curatorial team. Her research explores: History of contemporary art institutions and para-institutions in Italy Methodologies for analyzing 20th-century exhibitions International solidarity networks in 1970s art communities Connections between art, architecture, and social engagement Recent publications include studies on Gianfranco Baruchello’s agricultural art project, Riccardo Dalisi’s participatory design methods, and solidarity-driven art networks. Her work bridges art theory with socio-political contexts, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Key projects include analyzing the 'Operazione Roma Eterna' urban intervention and curating exhibitions on radical design collectives like Global Tools. She actively contributes to conferences on modernity, biennale histories, and design pedagogy.

Sian Vaughanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Research Practice in Art and Design
• Doctoral Education
• Creative Pedagogies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sian Vaughan serves as Associate Professor in Research Practice at Birmingham City University and leads RAAD (Research in Art, Architecture, and Design) center. She holds strategic leadership roles in research communities, doctoral education, and large-scale academic projects. Current research focuses on research practices and cultures in creative disciplines Co-leader of Creative Pedagogies research cluster Active in CHEAD as Trustee and RIKE Alliance Chair Her expertise spans: Research practice methodologies Pedagogies in doctoral education Creative practice as knowledge generation Academic leadership in art/design Institutional research frameworks Hybrid teaching-research models Key project insights reveal: Development of flexible researcher communities Innovation in digital-physical supervision models Critical analysis of archival engagement in creative research Advocacy for para-academic research frameworks Recent publications and projects demonstrate her focus on: Transformative research supervision practices Archival materiality in art research Employability of creative researchers Institutional praxis in art education

Lior Skouryمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Data Management
• Data Analysis
• Fabrication Control Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lior Skoury is a Doctoral Researcher and Research Associate at the Institute of Computational Design and Construction (ICD/CA) since 2021, affiliated with the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC at the University of Stuttgart. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Bezalel Academy for Art and Design and a M.Sc. from ITECH program at the University of Stuttgart. Research focus: Integration of data management , data analysis , and cyber-physical fabrication control systems Current projects: RP9-2 (Data Processing & AI for Predictive Co-Design), RP21-1 (Modular Data Architecture for Design) Industry experience: Para-Group and Structure-Pal (Israeli construction tech startups) Teaching experience: Computational design and digital fabrication in Israeli academia

Adriana Laura Massiddaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Shantytown history
• Urban informality
• Urban history
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Adriana Laura Massidda is a Lecturer in Architectural Humanities at the School of Architecture and Landscape , University of Sheffield. Her research bridges architectural history, urban studies, and environmental humanities, focusing on informal settlements and their socio-political implications. Research Interests: Shantytown history and urban informality Critical environmental analyses of waste, flooding, and infrastructure Social housing and co-design methodologies Urban rivers and landscape design Phytoremediation in marginalized contexts Scientific Awards: Declared asset of cultural significance (Bien de Interés para la Comunicación Social) by the Buenos Aires Legislature (2023) for collaborative work on shantytown histories Publications & Impact: Massidda's research focuses on urban transformations in Argentina and the UK, particularly examining sewage farm repurposing in London/Leicester housing projects. Her work combines historical analysis with design-led interventions, emphasizing marginalized communities' agency. Teaching & Supervision: She teaches architectural humanities and supervises research on urban design, landscape, and socio-environmental challenges in informal settlements.

• Robot Vision
• Robot Navigation
• Computer Vision
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Helder Araujo is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Coimbra. His research focuses on Robot Vision , Computer Vision , and Medical Imaging , with applications in Capsule Endoscopy , Autonomous Driving , and Sensor Fusion . Recent publications highlight advancements in 3D Object Detection using transformer networks (e.g., RetSeg3D , DDet3D ), Medical Robotics (e.g., Self-supervised monocular pose estimation ), and Federated Learning (e.g., FAIR-FATE ). Key subfields include Transformer Models , Deep Learning , and Autonomous Navigation . His projects span Medical Imaging (e.g., Multi-Cam Capsule Endoscopy ), Autonomous Robotics (e.g., Learning to Navigate Endoscopic Capsule Robots ), and Edge Computing (e.g., Benchmarking CNN Inference on Low-Power Devices ). Grants include funding from Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (e.g., PTDC/EEI-ROB/1155/2020) and the European Commission (e.g., AdvanCed Hardware/Software Components for Embedded Vision). He has served as an invited researcher at Université Blaise Pascal (2012–2014). Peer review activities cover journals like IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence and Autonomous Robots . His work bridges Medical Imaging , Autonomous Systems , and AI Fairness .

MARGARITA CECILIA TORRES SEVILLAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Genealogy
• Heraldry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Margarita Cecilia Torres Sevilla is a historian, medievalist researcher, professor, and politician affiliated with the University of León. She holds the academic rank of Professor in the Department of History at the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters. Her research focuses on Medieval History, particularly genealogy, heraldry, and nobiliary studies in the Kingdom of León and Castile (9th-13th centuries). She is renowned for her controversial 2014 book Los Reyes del Grial , which posited the Chalice of Doña Urraca as the Holy Grail based on Arabic documents. Doctorate: University of León (1997), thesis on noble lineages in the Kingdom of León Academic Affiliations: Member of the Hispano-Belgian Academy of History, Melitense Academy of the Sovereign Order of Malta, and Royal Matritense Academy of Genealogy and Heraldry Her research spans medieval kinship structures, power dynamics, and cultural memory. Articles in her profile reflect interdisciplinary work in information security (2018) and higher education policy, though her core expertise remains medieval Iberian studies. She has supervised no publicized students. Primer Premio para Jóvenes Medievalistas (1999) Primer Premio Nacional de Genealogía, Heráldica y Nobiliaria (2000) Premio “Florianne de Koskull” (2003) She served as Councilor for Culture, Heritage, and Tourism in León City Council (2015-2019) but resigned her role as official chronicler of León in 2015 due to incompatibility with her political office.

• Architecture
• Urban Planning
• Heritage Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pedro Miguel Hernandez Salvador Guilherme is Assistant Professor of Architectural Theory at the Department of Architecture, School of Arts, University of Évora. He is also Assistant Director of the PhD in Architecture (CHAIA/IIFA) and an Integrated Researcher at the Center for Art History and Artistic Research (CHAIA) since 2009. Doctorate in Architecture (University of Lisbon, 2016) Master's in Urban Engineering (University of Coimbra, 1996) Bachelor's in Architecture (Lisbon University, 1991) His research focuses on Álvaro Siza Vieira's architecture , Malagueira neighborhood analysis , heritage conservation , and international design competitions as research tools . He leads the project Malagueira: Heritage for all aiming to develop a management charter and digital heritage strategies. Scientific work explores connections between architectural drawing and urban design , with emphasis on void spaces and peripheral urbanism . His publications examine ornamentation in modern Portuguese architecture, digital representation of unbuilt works, and community engagement in heritage contexts. Key collaborations include: International: University of Porto, Royal Institute of Technology (Stockholm), Aalto University (Finland) National: Universidade Lusófona, Universidade de Coimbra, Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT)

Jared Fletcherمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
• Muscle-Tendon Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jared Fletcher, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Mount Royal University (MRU), currently on sabbatical from July 2024 to July 2025. He holds a PhD in Applied Muscle Physiology from the University of Calgary, an MSc from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (BESS) from the University of Manitoba. His teaching focuses on Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Statistics. Dr. Fletcher’s research integrates physiology and biomechanics to study muscle-tendon interactions, exercise-related fatigue across the lifespan, and the application of exercise in clinical and elite athletic contexts. His work has explored topics such as the role of Achilles tendon stiffness in running economy, the effects of footwear design on running biomechanics, and the physiological adaptations to concentrated training periods. Before joining MRU, he served as a Sport Physiologist for the Canadian National Para-swimming team, supporting Paralympic athletes at major competitions. His postdoctoral research at MRU involved assessing novel methods for evaluating exercise fatigue in elite athletes and leading hospital-based health initiatives. His publications emphasize biomechanical and physiological insights, with a focus on translating findings into practical applications for improving athletic performance and clinical rehabilitation. He contributes to research through institutions like the Institute for Community Prosperity and the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at MRU.

• Power Electronics
• DC-DC Converters
• Photovoltaic Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Clara Marina Sanz Garcia is an Associate Professor in the Electronic Technology Department at Charles III University of Madrid (UC3M). She is a member of the Electronic Power Systems Group (GSEP) and teaches courses in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, and Telecommunications. Her research focuses on power electronics with applications in photovoltaic systems, electric vehicles, and aerospace power systems. Dr. Sanz Garcia's research spans multiple critical areas of power electronics including DC-DC converters, photovoltaic systems integration, solid-state power controllers, and impedance modeling. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in converter topologies for renewable energy applications, with numerous publications on specialized converter designs like the AFZ converter, autotransformer forward-flyback converter, and Buck-Boost Modified Series Forward converter. She also has significant contributions in hardware-in-the-loop simulation techniques and digital control implementations using FPGAs. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward practical implementation of power electronic systems with a focus on stability analysis, control strategies, and system integration. The research consistently bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications, particularly in renewable energy systems and transportation electrification. Many of her papers address the challenges of integrating power electronic converters into larger systems, with special attention to stability issues that arise in cascaded converter architectures. Convertidor CC-CC reductor y elevador, método de conversión CC-CC, y planta fotovoltaica que incorpora dicho convertidor (2019) Active control procedures for the connection of very capacitive loads using SSPCs (2017) Active control procedures for the connection of very capacitive loads using SSPCs (2014) Método y dispositivo de transformación de corriente continua en corriente alterna (2014) Método y sistema de alimentación de una carga constituida por una pluralidad de cargas elementales, en particular de LED (2013) Dr. Sanz Garcia has supervised at least one doctoral thesis on novel converter families for photovoltaic applications and has been principal investigator on multiple research projects including 'Estrategias de modelado y control para la estabilización de la InterCONEXión de convertidos electrónicos de POTencia' (2018-2021) and 'SMARTMOD-Habilitación de funciones inteligentes en convertidores de potencia modulares para la movilidad eléctrica' (2022-2025). She has secured funding from diverse sources including the Ministry of Economy, European Commission, and industry partners like Siemens Healthcare. She leads research within the Electronic Power Systems Group (GSEP), focusing on power converter design, stability analysis, and applications in renewable energy systems and transportation electrification. Her team works on both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, with strong connections to industry applications in aerospace, railway systems, and medical equipment.

• Grid Computing
• Distributed Systems
• Computer Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

José Herrera Sanz is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Automation, University of Alcalá (Spain). He holds a Doctorate from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2008) with a thesis titled Modelo de programación para infraestructuras Grid computacionales , supervised by Dr. Rubén Manuel Santiago Montero and Dr. Ignacio Martín Llorente. His research focuses on Grid computing, distributed systems, and sustainability in programming models. He is affiliated with the PROGRESSUS research group (Programming & Sustainability), exploring topics like distributed task scheduling, grid middleware, and high-performance computing applications. His work spans over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2003, addressing challenges in virtual machine placement, genetic algorithms, and bioinformatics grid benchmarking. Key contributions include the GridWay DRMAA implementation, optimization of fusion physics workflows, and distributed loop execution frameworks. His research emphasizes sustainable computing practices and scalability in grid environments.