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Jane Hillston

University of Edinburgh, UK

Bio

Jane Hillston is Professor of Quantitative Modelling in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh. She received a BA in Mathematics from the University of York (UK) in 1985, a MSc in Mathematics from Lehigh University (USA) in 1987 and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Edinburgh in 1994. She joined the academic staff in 1995. Her principal research interests are in formal approaches to modelling the dynamic behaviour of discrete event systems, particularly from the perspective of performance expressed as logical properties. This has included everything from cloud computing, to biological processes, to transport systems in smart cities. Her research has been supported by numerous grants from public funding bodies and industry. Her current research interests include how technology can be used to support older adults to live independently and monitor their mental and physical well-being.

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