09/Apr/2025 16:15 - 17:15
Room A101 at Povo 1 and on Zoom
Why PhD? With Maryam Alimardani
“Why PhD?” aims at giving an overview of the opportunities offered by the DISI PhD programs in Information Engineering and Computer Science (IECS) and Industrial Innovation (IID) through an inspiring talk by Maryam Alimardani, associate professor at Vrije Universiteit.
Program
16:15 – 16:45 “Navigating the PhD Journey: Lessons Learned from My Research with Robots and Brain-Computer Interfaces”, by Maryam Alimardani (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)
16:45 – 17:00 Presentation of Doctoral Programme in Information Engineering and Computer Science (IECS) by Coordinator prof. Andrea Passerini
17:00 – 17:15 Presentation of Doctorate Program in Industrial Innovation (IID) by Coordinator prof. Vincenzo Sglavo.
17:15 Best Poster Award
How to participate
It is possibile to participate both in presence and online on Zoom. Mandatory online registration till April 7th or till seats in the classroom are available.
Abstract
Navigating the PhD Journey: Lessons Learned from My Research with Robots and Brain-Computer Interfaces
In this talk, I will share how my PhD research on robotics and brain-computer interfaces shaped my academic path as an interdisciplinary researcher who combines different approaches from various fields such as engineering, neuroscience, and human-computer interaction to address real-world problems.
I will present specific projects that exemplify this interdisciplinary approach, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned along the way.
About the speaker
Maryam Alimardani is an associate professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands, specializing in brain-computer interfacing (BCI) and human-computer interaction (HCI). She earned her PhD from the Intelligent Robotics Laboratory at Osaka University, Japan. Her research focuses on developing BCI systems that
facilitate personalized interactions with technology, particularly for adaptive training and learning purposes. By utilizing EEG brain signals and advanced AI models, she designs intelligent interfaces capable of monitoring users’ mental states—such as attention and workload—and delivering tailored feedback. Her work has integrated BCI systems into various interactive technologies, including virtual reality (VR) simulations and socialrobots, enhancing user control and overall experience.