The Data Representation and Engineering (DRE) group conducts research on:

  • Methods and tools [for]
  • Knowledge engineering [and]
  • Intelligent and declarative data integration

Key to our research are:

  • Knowledge graphs
  • Knowledge representation (“Symbolic AI”)
  • Mappings between formalisms
  • Data provenance
  • Application domains (applied science)

Team

📣 If you are a talented MSc, MEng, or PhD student with a strong interest in knowledge graphs, data integration, and data engineering, then do not hesitate to contact to explore international, national and regional funding opportunities.

PhD Students

Liu, Élena PhD Student (07/2026-present)
Duchateau, Jakub PhD Student (09/2024-present)
Chiem Dao, Davan PhD Student (09/2023-present)

(Postdoctoral) Researchers and Collaborators

Kerre, Deperias, PhD Postdoctoral Researcher (03/2026-present)
Crotti Junior, Ademar, PhD Scientific Collaborator (07/2024-present)

Former members

Ol, Phearun Research Internship (from Institute of Technology of Cambodia) (04/2026-06/2026)
Mugumya, Kevin Luwemba, PhD Postdoctoral Researcher (04/2025-12/2025)
Jaadari, Souail Research Internship (from Polytech Orléans) (05/2024-07/2024)