The "Foundations" research cluster is dedicated to the fundamental aspects of complex IT systems. Our focus is on the development and research of formal models, algorithms, underlying business processes and innovation research. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to create the fundamentals upon which further research within various disciplines can build. We are particularly interested in understanding complex systems and relevant computational problems.

Research Focuses

  1. Formal models: Formal models play a central role in the "Foundations" cluster. These models help us to precisely describe complex IT systems and analyze their functionality and performance.
     
  2. Algorithmics: Algorithms and processes are developed and analyzed using mathematical methods. Probabilistic aspects are also considered. The aim is to develop efficient algorithms, also for complex problems, and to improve our understanding of problem complexity.
     
  3. Business processes: We analyze and optimize business processes to create efficient and effective IT solutions. Our aim is to develop IT systems that can be seamlessly integrated into existing business structures and sustainably improved.
     
  4. Innovation research: Innovation research is another central component of our cluster. We investigate new technologies and methods to actively shape and drive the future of IT systems.

Cluster Members

Portrait of Head of Algorithmic Decision Making and Society Prof. Dr. Niclas Böhmer

Prof. Dr. Niclas Böhmer

Head of Algorithmic Decision Making and Society

Phone: +49 331 550-9196
Mail: niclas.boehmer@hpi.de

Research Focuses:

  • Computational Social Choice
  • Economics and Computation
  • Fair & Transparent AI 
  • AI for Public Health
  • Social Impact of Algorithms
Portrait of Head of Computer Graphics Systems Prof. Dr. Jürgen Döllner

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Döllner

Head of Computer Graphics Systems

Phone: +49 331 5509-170
Mail: juergen.doellner@hpi.de

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Research Focuses:

  • visual computing
  • AI for geometry and geodata
  • software analytics
  • geospatial analytics
  • video analytics
  • finance analytics
Portrait of HPI Managing Director and Head of Algorithm Engineering Prof. Tobias Friedrich

Prof. Dr. Tobias Friedrich

Head of Algorithm Engineering

Mail: office-friedrich@hpi.de

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Research Focuses:

  • theoretical computer science
  • efficient algorithms
  • heuristic optimization
  • random processes
  • complexity
Portrait of Head of Cybersecurity – Identity Management Prof. Anja Lehmann

Prof. Dr. Anja Lehmann

Head of Cybersecurity – Identity Management

Phone: +49 331 5509-4931
Mail: anja.lehmann@hpi.de

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Research Focuses:

  • cryptography
  • privacy-friendly technology
  • encryption
  • anonymous credentials
Portrait of Head of Design Thinking and Innovation Research Prof. Dr. Falk Uebernickel

Prof. Dr. Falk Uebernickel

Head of Design Thinking and Innovation Research

Phone: +49 331 5509-4900
Mail: falk.uebernickel@hpi.de

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Research Focuses:

  • human-centered design
  • design thinking management
  • innovation
  • digital transformation
Portrait of Head of Business Process Technology Prof. Dr. Mathias Weske

Prof. Dr. Mathias Weske

Head of Business Process Technology

Phone: +49 331 5509-191
Mail: mathias.weske@hpi.de

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Research Focuses:

  • process mining
  • business process support
  • process automation
  • healthcare
  • logistics

Last change: 30/09/2024, Mareike-Vic Schreiber