PhD projects in Engineering Science

Current PhD projects

• Ahlam Abdulghani: Advances in Intent-Based Networking, main supervisor Senior Research Scientist Tarik Cicic
• Roza Abolghazemi: Deep learning based Real-time Recommender Systems, main supervisor Professor Anis Yazidi
• Samuels Ayanna: A Systems Approach to Promoting Gender Inclusive Innovation Ecosystems, main supervisor Professor George Anthony Giannoumis
• Jameel Ali: Anomaly Detection in Optical Fibre Communication Network, main supervisor Adjunct senior research scientist Steinar Bjørnstad
• Sajad Amouei Sheshkal: Improving diagnosing and treatment of ocular surface diseases using deep learning and explainable artificial intelligence, main supervisor Professor Hugo Lewi Hammer
• Hospice Alfred Arouna: Internet Core Infrastructure Security: a measurements based approach, main supervisor Research scientist Ioana Alexandrina Livadariu
• Vebjørn Hallberg Bakkestuen: Mathematical Analysis of Density-Functional Theory, main supervisor Associate Professor André Filip Johannes Carlzon Laestadius
• Sobia Rind Baloch: Layer-2 Network vulnerability and security: Detecting changes in network infrastructure using delay measurements, main supervisor Adjunct senior research scientist Steinar Bjørnstad
• Jenish Baniya: Hydrodynamic analysis of large floating solar photovoltaics (FPV) system in an offshore environment, main supervisor Associate Professor Jian Dai
• Jørn Eirik Betten: Explainable Testing of Reinforcement Learning Agents using State Space Abstractions, main supervisor Research Scientist Helge Spieker
• Shailendra Bhandari: AI hunts for visual information: Exploring gaze dynamics with Virtual-Eye, main supervisor Professor Pedro Lind
• Matthias Boeker: Application and Evaluation of Probabilistic Models for Incomplete Longitudinal Human Physical Activity Data, main supervisor Chief research scientist Pål Halvorsen
• Philippe Büdinger: Applied Machine Learning for automated Be-In/Be-Out detection in public transportation, main supervisor Professor II Tor-Morten Grønli
• Samuel Ruiz Capel: Smart Bulbous Bow Based on Flexible Materials, main supervisor Professor Aase Reyes
• Abdullah Canbolat: Distributed Online Reinforcement Learning Exploiting Structured Data in Wireless Networks, main supervisor Professor Baltasar Beferull-Lozano
• Christos Chatzis: Time-aware methods for detecting and analyzing patterns in time-evolving data, main supervisor Chief research scientist Evrim Acar Ataman
• Bendik Steinsvåg Dalen: Noisy Quantum Computing and Quantum Matrix Evolution, main supervisor Professor Sølve Selstø
• Kültigin Demirlioğlu: Dage detection of structural Systems Using Real-Time Monitoring and Artificial Intelligence, main supervisor Professor II Vagelis Plevris
• Vegard Falmår: Quantum Theory and Visualization, main supervisor Associate Professor Andre Laestadius
• Leila Farahzadi: Solution-based Platform for Emissions Reduction in Construction Using Digital Tools, main supervisor Associate Professor Mahdi Kioumarsi
• Fredrik Andreas Fineide: Optimization of current treatment regimens of dry eye disease through machine learning, main supervisor Professor Michael Riegler
• Sushant Gautam: Pain and psychological distress using machine learning, main supervisor Professor Pål Halvorsen
• Tom Glover: DeepCA - Computation in cellular automata reservoir and hybrid substrates, main supervisor Professor Stefano Nichele
• Martin Gorosito: Predictive modelling of the adulthood consequence of co-occurrence of musculoskeletal, main supervisor Associate Professor Hårek Haugerud
• Syed Zohaib Hassan: A story-telling chatbot mimicking a maltreated child, main supervisor Chief research scientist Pål Halvorsen
• Boniface Pierre Odin Holt: Internet of Drones in Coastal and Forest Surveillance and Search and Rescue Operations, main supervisor Associate Professor Hadi Zahmatkesh
• Mehdi Houshmandsarkhoosh: Smart Sports Studio (SSS): AI-Powered Tools for Next-Gen Media Production, main supervisor Professor Pål Halvorsen
• Leif Hynnekleiv: Machine learning in epidemiological dry eye disease research, main supervisor Professor Hugo Lewi Hammer
• Rabindra Khadka: Deep Learning Techniques for Brain Connectivity, main supervisor Professor Anis Yazidi
• Sandra Klonteig: Paying attention to biased attention: a mechanistic oriented approach to mental health management, main supervisor Professor Rune Jonassen
• Leif Knutsen: Leadership capabilities and practices that contribute to benefit realization in digital investments, main supervisor Professor Magne Jørgensen
• Aiganym Kumisbek: Data-driven transport planning considering transport equity and new mobility services, main supervisor Associate Professor Chaoru Lu
• Denis Larsen: Optimization Approaches to Predict Finance Time Series: From Classical to Quantum Machine Learning Algorithms, main supervisor Head of Group Gustavo Borges Moreno e Mello
• Maryam Lotfigolian: Computational Analysis of Density-Functional Theory, main supervisor Associate Professor André Filip Johannes Carlzon Laestadius
• Trym Adrian Eidsvik Lindell: DeepCA - Computation with Neuronal Cultures, main supervisor Professor Stefano Nichele
• Jan Henrik Helmuth Lühr: Privacy in Smart Homes, main supervisor Senior Research Scientist Taric  Cicic
• Quentin Didier Hakim Mazouni: Validation of AI planning systems, main supervisor Chief Research Scientist Gotlieb Arnaud
• Enaut Usandizaga Mendiluze: Quantum Software Mutation Analysis, main supervisor Associate Professor Shaukat Ali
• Alireza Hossein Zadeh Nik: Towards Efficient and Optimized Inference of Deep Neutral Network Architectures, main supervisor Professor Pål Halvorsen
• Anna Nishchyk: Augmented Reality Game Helping Elderly People Perform Physical Exercises, main supervisor Professor Weiqin Chen
• Karoline Malene Nylænder: Enhanced Cyber-Physical System Testing Methods with Adapted Large Language Models and Uncertainty, main supervisor Chief Research Scientist/Research Professor Shaukat Ali
• Mohamed Radwan: Using Deep Learning for early detection of Dementia, main supervisor Professor Anis Yazidi
• Lars Rastad: Optimization of performance of buildings through model predictive method – Energy and thermal comfort, main supervisor Associate Professor Habtamu Bayera Madessa
• Daniel Ryghseter: Optimization of Jet Grouted Piles Design and Installation in Quick Clay for sustainable transport infrastructure, main supervisor Associate Professor Jian Dai
• Ivar Bjørgo  Saksvik: Optical Based Underwater Communication & Networking in Marine Robotics, main supervisor Professor Vahid Hassani
• Akriti Sharma: Deep Learning methods in Assistive Reproductive Technology, main supervisor Professor Hugo Lewi Hammer
• Habib Sherkat: A novel integrated bio-signal system for the mobility support of lower limb prosthesis users, main supervisor Professor Vahid Hassani
• Pedro Maria Rego Lencastre Silva: Machine Leaning, Stochastic Calculus, Convolutional Neural Networks, Lèvy-Flights, main supervisor Professor Pedro Lind
• Bercan Siyahhan: Development, Optimization & Validation of Numerical Methods for the Multiphysics Interactions of Particle Laden Flows, main supervisor Professor Arash Soleiman Fallah
• Anders Skretting: Automated In-Vehicle Presence Detection for Be-In/Be-Out Solutions in Public Transport, main supervisor Professor II Tor-Morten Grønli
• Sinan Sigurd Tanilkan: The use and effects of IT benefits management methods, main supervisor Dr. Jo Erskine Hannay
• Michael Tarlton: Biological Models of Time Generalized Artificial Intelligence, main supervisor Professor Anis Yazidi
  Håkon Teigland: Smart ROV, main supervisor Professor Vahid Hassani
• Sigbjørn Tveit: Fatigue degradation and failure of radically deep drawn aluminium in the marine environment for Floating Solar applications, main supervisor Professor Aase Reyes
• Kristian Wold: Quantum Computing in the Context of AI, Professor Sergiy Denysov
• Heine Olsson Aabø: Exploring the potential of quantum computing as a means to improve decision-making strategies of personalized cancer treatment, main supervisor Professor Sergiy Denysov
• Eivind Wiik Ånes: Innovative materials for landfill barriers: utilization of geological construction wastes, main supervisor Associate Professor Chuangxin Lyu

Completed PhD Projects

• Haroon Khan: Functional near-infrared spectroscopy, EEG, Machine Learning, Human Motion and Balancing, main supervisor Professor Peyman Mirtaheri. Disputation 30.11.2023.
• Hongjia Wu: Adaptive Multipath Scheduling for 5G Networks and Beyond: A Learning Perspective, supervisors Sergiy Denysov, Senior Research Scientist Özgü Alay. Disputation 08.03.2022.
• Vajira Lasantha Bandara: Thambawita: Stem GAN, main supervisor Professor Michael Riegler. Disputation 15.12.2021.
  Marco Antonio Pinto Orellana: Time-spectral modelling of biomedical signals, main supervisor Professor Hugo Lewi Hammer. Disputation 08.03.2022.
• Steven Alexander Hicks: Explainable AI in Medicine, main supervisor Professor Michael Riegler. Disputation 16.06.2022.
  Moustafa Ahmed Ehmed Abdelaal Elkolali: DeepCA - Computation in cellular automata reservoir and hybrid substrates, main supervisor Professor Alex Alcocer. Disputation 08.09.2022.
• Azza Hassan Mohamed Ahmed: Control Principles for autonomous communication networks, main supervisor Dr. Ahmed Elmokashfi. Disputation 31.05.2023.
• Bruno Dzogovic: Customizable Network Slicing for Internet of Things, main supervisor Professor II Thanh Van Do. Disputation 06.06.2023.
• Bernardo de Matos Patrocinio Dos Santos: Celular Internet of Things Security, main supervisor Professor II Thanh Van Do. Disputation 07.06.2023.
• Hafiz Wajahat Hassan: In vivo monitoring of the body reaction to the implant by using a novel optical probe and near infrared spectroscopy, main supervisor Professor Peyman Mirtaheri. Disputation 29.08.2023.
• Marie Roald: Understanding the Dynamics of Complex Systems through Time-Evolving Data Mining, main supervisor Chief research scientist Evrim Acar. Disputation 04.09.2023.
• Chiara Cappelletti: An advanced study of Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Disease big-data to identify molecular mechanisms for disease risk, main supervisor Professor Tone Berge. Disputation 06.09.2023.
• Amirhosein Shabani: Seismic Vulnerability Assessment of Historical Masonry Buildings, Associate Professor Mahdi Kioumarsi. Disputation 08.09.2023.
• Bineeth Kuriakose: Artificial intelligence based assistive technology for helping in the navigation of blind and visually impaired, main supervisor Associate Professor Raju Shrestha. Disputation 13.10.2023.
• Petros Choidis: Hygrothermal modelling for the assessment of climate change impact on historic buildings and structures, main supervisor Associate Professor Arnab Chaudhuri. Disputation 11 October 2024.
• Siri Sofie Eide: Deep Learning Weather Forecasting, main supervisor Professor Michael Riegler    
  Jan Marius Evang: Resilient and Secure Networks for Critical Applications, main supervisor Research professor Haakon Bryhni. Disputation 10.10.2024.
• Andres Felipe Ocampo Palacio: Anomaly Detection and Mitigation Strategy for Network Firewalls, main supervisor Research professor Haakon Bryhni. Disputation 19.04.2024.
• German Solorzano Ramirez: Methods for the Multi-Objective Optimization of Structures Topology, main supervisor Professor II Vagelis Plevris. Disputation 21.06.2024.
• Carla Schenker: Enhancing biomarker discovery through identifiable data fusion models based on coupled matrix and tensor factorizations, main supervisor Chief research Scientist Evrim Acar
• Hanne Bendiksen Skogvold: Global Metabolomics as a tool in Clinical Research and Diagnostics, main supervisor Associate Professor Per Ola Rønning. Disputation 03.06.2024.
• Andrea Theomine Marheim Storås: Explainable Artificial Intelligence within Medicine, main supervisor Chief research scientist Pål Halvorsen.

Updated December 4, 2024.