Human Esmaeili

Human Esmaeili is a Lecturer in Games Development at Staffordshire University's School of Digital, Technology and Innovation. With expertise in 3D modeling, photogrammetry, and virtual reality, his research focuses on digital heritage preservation, sustainable design, and immersive storytelling through VR applications.

• PhD in Creative Multimedia (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
• BSc in Chemical Engineering (Tehran Azad University, Iran)

His work bridges engineering and creative multimedia, emphasizing:

• Cultural heritage digitization via scanning/modeling techniques
• VR applications for environmental awareness and education
• Collaborations with the Jeffrey Sachs Center on Sustainable Development
• Development of immersive virtual museums and serious games

Recent research explores VR user experience in digital heritage contexts, including:

• 2019 VR recycling game at UN event in Malaysia
• Exhibitions at Digital Heritage 2018 International Congress

Grants awarded (2017-2021):

• MYR25,000 for immersive VR cultural heritage projects
• MYR10,000 for household waste management technology
• MYR5,000 for VR behavioral studies

Teaching includes:

• 3D modeling foundations
• Real-time game development
• Digital reconstruction techniques