Kim Grinfeder

Kim Grinfeder is a Professor and Department Chair of Interactive Media at the University of Miami's School of Communication. He leads the Institute of Data Science and Computing’s creative computing efforts and spearheads UMVerse, a spatial computing initiative that has catalyzed over 50 interdisciplinary research projects across campus.

Research Interests

Kim’s work focuses on creating socially impactful narratives using immersive media, virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI). His research explores the intersection of technology, storytelling, and social/environmental advocacy, with applications in medicine, architecture, cinema, and journalism.

Scientific Awards

• Provost’s Transdisciplinary Innovation Teaching Award (2022)
• Top Paper Award at International Communication Association
• Top Paper Award at International Society for Occupational Ergonomics and Safety

Advising and Collaborations

He mentors MFA and doctoral students in Interactive Media, including David Anderson and Fan Yang. His transdisciplinary collaborations span cancer research communication, explainable AI, and environmental storytelling.

Labs and Initiatives

Kim founded and directs UMVerse, a university-wide initiative advancing spatial computing research. He also collaborates with the Institute of Data Science and Computing, integrating immersive technologies into diverse academic and clinical domains.