David Wettergreen
Research Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
David Wettergreen is well known for deploying robots in locations that compel scientific investigation without human presence.
Human-Robot Interaction Underwater Robotics Space Robots and Systems Robotics for Scientific Discovery AI Reasoning for Robotics
Wanli Xing
Assistant Professor · University of Florida
Wanli Xing aims to push the fundamental limits of learning analytics and AI to revolutionize STEM and online education.
STEM Education Data Science Education Learning Analytics Artificial Intelligence in Education AI Education
Alona Fyshe
Assistant Professor · University of Victoria, Computer Science Department
Machine Learning and the Neuroscience of Language Understanding
Machine Learning Neuroscience and Language Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Data Analysis and Data Mining
John Leonard, Ph.D.
Professor · VCU College of Engineering
Professor Leonard teaches databases, user interfaces and video game design. Research interests cover modeling, analytics and visualization.
Modeling and simulation of traffic and transportation systems Traffic flow theory and traffic engineering Intelligent transportation systems Institutional Research Studies of higher education institutions
Christopher D. Carothers
Director, Center for Computational Innovations (CCI) & Professor, Computer Science · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Researches massively parallel computer systems with a focus on modeling and simulation systems
Information and Computer Science Parallel Discrete-Event Simulation Computer Science Massively Parallel Systems Modeling and Simulation Systems
Selmer Bringsjord
Director, Rensselaer AI & Reasoning Lab; Professor, Cognitive Science and Computer Science · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Expert in logic and philosophy, specializing in AI and reasoning
Artifical Intelligence Philosophical Foundations of AI Computational Economics AI Systems Formal Logic
Malik Magdon-Ismail
Professor, Computer Science · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Learning from data and decision-making in complex data systems
Probability and Stochastic Processes Pattern Recognition Machine Learning Big Data Algorithms
Guy Martin
Managing Principal Architect & Open Source Consultant · Red Hat
Experienced speaker bringing a mix of Open Source, Community, Government 2.0 & Social Media to the table.
Open Source Software Strategy Government 2.0/Community Management Social Media
Joan C. Williams
Distinguished Professor of Law, UC Hastings Foundation Chair and Director of the Center for WorkLife Law · UC Hastings College of the Law
Contacts: williams@uchastings.edu / 415-565-4706 / Office 402-100
Property Law Feminist Legal Theory Work Life Balance Gender and Sexuality in the Law Work Conflict
Brooks Keel, PhD
President · Augusta University
Dr. Brooks Keel is an expert in the field of reproductive endocrinology and serves as President of Augusta University.
Economic Development Reproductive Medicine and Biology Education Higher Education Administration
Michael Nowatkowski, PhD
Associate Professor · Augusta University
A leading cybersecurity expert available to discuss online security, ransomware, and device security topics.
Hardware and Embedded Systems Cellular and Mobile Technology Defensive Cyber Operations Cyber Operations Education TCP/IP Protocol Analysis
Rayid Ghani
Distinguished Career Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Rayid Ghani is a reformed computer scientist who wants to increase the use of large-scale Machine Learning in solving large public policy.
Predictive Analytics Machine Learning Ethics Public Policy Information Systems
Xiaoming Liu
MSU Foundation Professor · Michigan State University
Xiaoming Liu works on computer vision, machine learning, and biometrics, especially on face related analysis.
Deepfake Detection Biometrics Computer Vision Machine Learning Pattern Recognition
Jeffrey Morris, PhD
Assistant Professor, School of Computer and Cyber Sciences · Augusta University
Quantum Cryptography Quantum Computing Defense and Security Systems Engineering National Security
Elan Barenholtz, Ph.D.
Associate Professor · Florida Atlantic University
Elan Barenholtz uses behavioral and embedded computational approaches to study the brain and behavior.
Embedded Computational Neural Models Perception and Learning Deep Learning
Candice Odgers
Professor Psychological Science · UC Irvine
Candice Odgers is a developmental psychologist who studies adolescents’ mental health and development.
Early Adversity Quantitative Psychology Social Inequality Technology and Young People Digital Inequality
Aaditya Ramdas
Assistant Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Aaditya Ramdas' research is aimed at solving basic problems in science and technology.
Selective And Simultaneous Inference Artificial Intelligence Data Science Statistics Machine Learning
Pavlo Antonenko
Professor · University of Florida
Pavlo Antonenko develops, implements and studies technologies to support engaged learning.
Science Literacy and Engagement Cognitive Assessment Cybersecurity Education Learning Technologies Design-Based Research
Boleslaw Szymanski
Claire and Roland Schmitt Distinguished Professor of Computer Science; Professor of Physics, Applied Physics, and Astronomy; Director, Network Science and Technology Center · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Specializes in network science with a current focus on social and computer networks
Computer Wireless Computation & Information Technology Computer Networks Network Science Energy and the Environment
Carlos Castano, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering · VCU College of Engineering
Professor Castano specializes in tailoring surface properties of materials for applications in energy, transportation, and manufacturing.
Surface Engineering Functional Coatings Nanomaterials Engineering Corrosion Engineering Thin film deposition and characterization