Alan Miller

Dr. Alan Miller is a Lecturer in the School of Computer Science at the University of St Andrews, specializing in digital heritage and immersive technologies. His research focuses on virtual museums, cultural preservation, and climate action through innovative digital platforms. He holds a PhD and MSc from the University of Glasgow and a BA from the University of York. Miller advises four PhD students and has contributed to projects funded by Innovate UK and the EPSRC. His notable works include the Virtual Museum Infrastructure and the Virtual Orkney North Isles exhibit.

Research Interests:

• Virtual Reality and Cultural Heritage
• Climate Change Communication via Digital Tools
• 3D Modeling and Digital Preservation
• Immersive Learning Environments

Scientific Awards:

• Artfund Museum of the Year Shortlist 2023
• European Heritage Awards Special Prize 2021
• ICOM AVICOM Awards 2022

Projects:

• Virtual Museum of Caribbean Migration and Memory
• Simulating Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI-SIM)
• Whithorn Archaeological Project

Labs/Teams:

• Centre for Ancient Environmental Studies
• Centre for Higher Education Research