Michael Granitzer

Role at IT:U  

As a Fellow Professor of Information Retrieval & Data Science at IT:U, Prof. Granitzer leads research in data-driven technologies, AI, and visual analytics. He contributes to interdisciplinary research and innovation, particularly in machine learning applications and personalized information retrieval.   

Short Bio:   

Michael Granitzer is a renowned researcher in data science, machine learning, information retrieval, and natural language processing. As a Professor of Data Science at the University of Passau, his research focuses on intelligent systems for data analysis and utilization, with significant contributions to personalized information retrieval, visual analytics, and user behavior analysis.    

With over 250 scientific publications, including books, book chapters, and journal articles, Michael Granitzer is widely recognized for his contributions to the field. He also leads major research projects, such as the Horizon Europe project “OpenWebSearch.eu.” His previous roles, including Scientific Director at the Know-Center in Graz and Professor of Media Informatics, demonstrate his expertise in interdisciplinary collaboration and leading large-scale research projects.