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Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Jianwu Dang embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in computer science, earning both his bachelor’s (1982) and master’s (1984) degrees from Tsinghua University. His academic curiosity led him to pursue a Ph.D. at Shizuoka University, Japan (1992), where he delved into speech science and computational modeling.

Professional Endeavors

His career began as a lecturer at Tianjin University (1984-1988) before moving to Japan, where he became a senior researcher at ATR Human Information and Communication Laboratories (1992-2001). During this period, he also worked as a visiting scholar at the University of Waterloo, Canada (1998-1999). Later, he held prominent positions such as Professor and Director of the Intelligent Information Processing Laboratory at the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (2001-2022) and First-Class Research Scientist at the Institute for Speech Communication, Grenoble, French Academy of Sciences (2002-2003).

Contributions and Research Focus

Computational modeling of pronunciation mechanisms at the physiological level.
Speech recognition and synthesis at the acoustic level.
Neurocognitive studies on speech perception and cognition.
Applications in speech disorders and assistive technology.

Impact and Influence

Prof. Dang has made significant contributions to global speech science research, returning to China to serve as Dean of the School of Computer Science, Tianjin University (2009-2016) and later as an adjunct professor (2009-2023). He also played a pivotal role as the first Director of the CCF Speech Dialogue and Hearing Committee, influencing national and international advancements in human-computer interaction and speech processing.

Academic Citations and Publications

With an impressive academic record, Prof. Dang has authored over 120 journal articles in leading international journals such as JASA, IEEE Transactions, Speech Communication, and Neuroscience. He has also contributed to over 500 conference papers, shaping research in speech technology, machine learning, and auditory neuroscience.

Technical Skills

Prof. Jianwu Dang expertise spans speech signal processing, artificial intelligence, computational neuroscience, multimodal human-computer interaction, deep learning, and physiological speech modeling.

Teaching Experience

Throughout his career, Prof. Dang has been committed to education, mentoring students and researchers in computational speech science. His teaching roles at Tianjin University, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, and Shenzhen University of Technology have inspired a new generation of researchers.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As a National High-Level Talent and Chief Scientist of the 973 Project, Prof. Dang continues to lead groundbreaking research. His vision for the future includes advancements in AI-driven speech technology, neurocognitive speech modeling, and assistive communication technologies that will shape the next era of human-computer interaction.

Publications

APIN: Amplitude- and phase-aware interaction network for speech emotion recognition

Authors: Lili Guo, Jie Li, Shifei Feiu Ding, Jianwu Dang
Journal: Speech Communication
Year: 2025

HC-APNet: Harmonic Compensation Auditory Perception Network for low-complexity speech enhancement

Authors: Nan Li, Meng Ge, Longbiao Wang, Yanghao Zhou, Jianwu Dang
Journal: Speech Communication
Year: 2025

Dual-stream Noise and Speech Information Perception based Speech Enhancement

Authors: Nan Li, Longbiao Wang, Qiquan Zhang, Jianwu Dang
Journal: Expert Systems with Applications
Year: 2025

Heterogeneous Graph Neural Networks using Self-supervised Reciprocally Contrastive Learning

Authors: Cuiying Huo, Dongxiao He, Yawen Li, Lingfei Wu, Weixiong Zhang
Journal: ACM Transactions on Intelligent Systems and Technology
Year: 2025

Language-Emphasized Cross-Lingual In-Context Learning for Multilingual LLM

Authors: Junlei Li, Xiao Wei, Xiaobao Wang, Longbiao Wang, Jianwu Dang
Year: 2025

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Agezegn Asegid Mekonnen embarked on his academic journey in nursing, culminating in a Ph.D. fellowship at Haramaya University since 2018. His doctoral research, titled "Nurse Educators Clinical Skill Competency and Teaching Skills among University and Medical School in Ethiopia: A National Study," reflects his commitment to advancing nursing education in the country. Prior to his Ph.D., he earned an MSc in Adult Health Nursing from Jimma University in 2010, exploring factors influencing job satisfaction and turnover among nurses in Sidama Zone public health facilities. Dr. Asegid began his academic pursuits with a BSc in Nursing from Jimma University in 2006.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Asegid possesses a diverse skill set acquired through his academic and professional experiences. His expertise includes effective teaching, mentorship, instructional design, clinical teaching, project management, curriculum development, grant writing, qualitative research, and nursing care standard monitoring. Proficient in statistical software, he has demonstrated competence in Stata, SPSS, ATLAS.ti, Comprehensive Metanalysis (CMA), and others.

Contributions and Research Focus

As a dedicated educator, Dr. Asegid has held key roles in various academic institutions, including Wachemo University and Hawassa University. His responsibilities ranged from coordinating nursing programs, overseeing faculty, and conducting research to contributing to curriculum development and ensuring the highest standards of education. His research contributions have been published in reputable journals, focusing on topics such as nurse educators' clinical skill competency, simulation-based teaching, and the lived experiences of HIV-positive mothers.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Asegid's commitment to nursing education and professional development is evident through his roles as Regulation & Capacity Building Advisor and CPD Director at the Ethiopian Nurses Association. His active participation in national committees, such as the Continue Professional Development Standing Committee and the National Surgical Safety Taskforce, showcases his dedication to improving healthcare standards in Ethiopia.

Impact and Influence

His leadership roles in regulation, capacity building, and national committees have made a substantial impact on nursing education and practice in Ethiopia. Dr. Asegid's involvement in the development of guidelines, licensure examinations, and accreditation processes has contributed to the enhancement of nursing services' quality and regulation.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Asegid's legacy is characterized by his contributions to the Ethiopian healthcare system, evident in his involvement in national committees, research publications, and mentorship. His dedication to continuous professional development, digital learning solutions, and ethical considerations in clinical trials reflects his forward-thinking approach. Dr. Asegid's future contributions are anticipated to further shape nursing education, research, and practice in Ethiopia and beyond.

In summary, Dr. Agezegn Asegid Mekonnen's academic journey, professional endeavors, research focus, accolades, and future aspirations collectively underscore his significant impact on the field of nursing in Ethiopia.

Prof. Jianwu Dang | Human-Computer Interaction | Best Paper Award

Prof. Jianwu Dang | Human-Computer Interaction | Best Paper Award

Professor at Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, CAS, China

Profiles

Early Academic Pursuits

Professional Endeavors

Contributions and Research Focus

Impact and Influence

Academic Citations and Publications

Technical Skills

Teaching Experience

Legacy and Future Contributions

APIN: Amplitude- and phase-aware interaction network for speech emotion recognition

HC-APNet: Harmonic Compensation Auditory Perception Network for low-complexity speech enhancement

Dual-stream Noise and Speech Information Perception based Speech Enhancement

Heterogeneous Graph Neural Networks using Self-supervised Reciprocally Contrastive Learning

Language-Emphasized Cross-Lingual In-Context Learning for Multilingual LLM

Agezegn Asegid-Mekonnen-Human-Computer Interaction and Augmented Reality-Editorial Board Member

Agezegn Asegid-Mekonnen-Human-Computer Interaction and Augmented Reality-Editorial Board Member

Wachemo University-Ethiopia

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Professional Endeavors

Contributions and Research Focus

Accolades and Recognition

Impact and Influence

Legacy and Future Contributions

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