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• Conceptual Design
• Visual Effects
• Entertainment Design
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TyRuben Ellingson is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Communication Arts at the School of the Arts , Virginia Commonwealth University . With a distinguished career spanning decades in Hollywood as a concept designer and visual effects art director , he has contributed to iconic films including Jurassic Park , Star Wars: A New Hope , Avatar , and Pacific Rim . His expertise lies in conceptual design for cinema, visual effects , and entertainment design . MFA in Painting, Southern Methodist University MA in Painting and BElectiveSt in Art, St. Cloud State University Ellingson’s research interests focus on conceptual design methodologies and digital tools for cinematic storytelling . He emphasizes design philosophy , creative problem-solving , and collaborative visual development . His work bridges science fiction with real-world design challenges , particularly in mechanical and creature design . His filmography includes Academy Award-winning and Art Directors Guild-recognized projects. Notably, he served as Lead Vehicle Designer for Avatar and contributed to Elysium and Pacific Rim . Awards include: 2013 Art Directors Guild Certificate of Nomination ( Elysium ) 2009 Art Directors Guild Certificate of Appreciation ( Avatar ) 1994 International Monitor Awards Finalist ( Jurassic Park ) Ellingson mentors PhD and Master’s students in concept drawing , digital illustration , and design development . He has led independent study students in 3D concept modeling , visual storytelling , and production design . Grants and service activities include Leadership Development Programs at VCU and industry collaborations with Guillermo del Toro and Neill Blomkamp .

• Production Systems
• Business Processes
• Supply Chain Optimization
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George Ioannou is a Professor of Production Management and Business Processes at the Athens University of Economics and Business, where he leads the MBA International Postgraduate Program and the Center for Business Processes and ERP Systems at the Laboratory of Management Science. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech's Department of Production and Systems Engineering. His academic journey includes a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from National Technical University of Athens, an M.Sc./DIC in Industrial Robotics/Production Automation from Imperial College London, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland. Current Academic Roles: Professor, Director of MBA Program, Head of ERP Systems Center Prior Academic Roles: Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech Education: B.Sc., M.Sc./DIC, Ph.D. His research focuses on integrating web-based technologies with operational research to optimize production systems, business processes, and supply chains. This spans applications in plant spatial planning, ERP systems, and cultural heritage digitization. He has secured research funding from global organizations including NSF, European Commission, and private sector leaders like Microsoft. Scientific awards include Microsoft's Excellence in Education Award and multiple teaching excellence recognitions for MBA programs. Ioannou serves on the Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE) and the editorial board of Production Planning & Control , with extensive consulting experience for public and private sector entities.

• Computer Vision
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Graphics
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Piercarlo Dondi serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering, University of Pavia, Italy. He teaches 'Algorithms and Data Structures' for the Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence and 'Digital Media' for the Bachelor's Degree in Comunicazione, Innovazione, Multimedialità (CIM), demonstrating strong commitment to interdisciplinary technical education. His academic foundation includes: Master's degree in Computer Engineering (2008), University of Pavia PhD in Electronics, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (2012), University of Pavia Dr. Dondi's research spans Computer Vision, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, and Digital Humanities with pronounced emphasis on cultural heritage applications. His work consistently bridges technical innovation and humanities through projects analyzing historical musical instruments (Stradivarius violins), fresco fragments, and UVIFL imaging techniques. This interdisciplinary approach manifests in collaborations across European universities and research centers, focusing on practical implementations of augmented reality, gesture interfaces, and 3D modeling for cultural preservation. As an active academic contributor, he serves as reviewer for international journals and conferences, co-organized workshops at ICPR2020 and ICIAP2021, and acted as Guest Editor for Pattern Recognition Letters. His publication record exceeds 50 articles in international venues. Dr. Dondi has supervised over 25 theses across Bachelor's and Master's programs, guiding research in eye-tracking biometrics, deep learning damage detection, touchless interfaces, and augmented reality systems for cultural artifacts. His advising portfolio reflects consistent focus on human-centered computing applications. He operates within the Computer Vision and Multimedia Laboratory (CVMLab) at University of Pavia, which maintains infrastructure for advanced research in computer vision, multimedia processing, and their real-world implementations, particularly in cultural heritage digitization and human-computer interaction systems.

Richard McKennaView profile

Lecturer

• Computer Science Education
• Computer Game Programming
• Internet Commerce Programming
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Richard McKenna is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University. He holds an M.S. in Computer Science (2002) and B.S. in Industrial Engineering (1996). His research focuses on game programming education and curriculum development, leading initiatives like the Game Programming Specialization and annual competitions. Founder of SBU Game Programming Competition and coordinator of the Game Programming Specialization Teaches courses including CSE 380 (2D Game Programming), CSE 416 (Software Engineering), and SBU 102 (3D Modeling for Games) Research interests emphasize integrating game development into academic curricula. He advises numerous student projects and leads the WolfieTools team for educational technology solutions. Awarded the 2014 Outstanding Undergraduate Education Award for contributions to teaching excellence. Advises student-led groups like ColorStack, Computing Society, and Game Development and Design Club. His work bridges computer science theory with practical applications in gaming and 3D modeling.

Mark HumphrysView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Reinforcement Learning
• JavaScript Programming
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Dr. Mark Humphrys is an Assistant Professor at Dublin City University's School of Computing within the Faculty of Engineering and Computing. He holds a BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science from University College Dublin, a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge, and completed postdoctoral work at the University of Edinburgh. His research spans Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, JavaScript-based educational platforms, and multi-agent systems. His research focuses on: Action selection methods in autonomous agents Reinforcement learning architectures JavaScript-based AI education platforms (Ancient Brain) Multi-author hybrid AI systems Turing Test implementations Urban mobility and transportation modeling Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong emphasis on: Educational technology innovations using JavaScript frameworks Financial market impacts on labor economics Distributed AI system architectures Urban transportation solutions and predictive modeling Human-computer interaction paradigms He has supervised 4 PhD students to completion and maintains the Ancient Brain coding platform hosting over 11,000 user projects. His work has received 686 citations with an h-index of 11. Dr. Humphrys leads several projects including Ancient Brain (JavaScript coding education), World-Wide-Mind (distributed AI research), and maintains research groups exploring multi-agent systems and transportation analytics.

Miao SongView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Interactive Environments
• Documentary Film Production
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Miao Song is a Part-time Faculty member and Affiliate Assistant Professor at Concordia University, holding dual affiliations in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering and the Design and Computation Arts program. She holds a PhD in the Science, Innovation, and Policy (SIP) program, bridging her background in performance arts with computer science expertise. Her research focuses on interactive environments, haptic technology, and the intersection of 3D computer graphics with documentary cinema. Dr. Song’s education includes a Bachelor’s in Performance Arts and Direction from China, followed by a Master’s in Computer Science (Concordia) and a PhD in the SIP program. Her work has been showcased at major festivals such as the Beijing International Film Festival and HTMlles, where her short documentary I Still Remember received critical acclaim. Her Illimitable Space System (ISS) project demonstrates her commitment to applying cutting-edge technologies in educational and artistic contexts, tested at events like the Concordia Open House and Montreal Eureka! Festival. Awards include Best Short Documentary at BJIFF and selection for top-tier film festivals. Labs/Projects: Illimitable Space System (ISS), interactive documentary frameworks Teaching: Courses in interactive systems, computer graphics, and media arts

• Colour Imaging
• Image Processing
• Image Quality
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Marius Pedersen is a Professor of Colour Imaging at the Department of Computer Science, NTNU, leading the Colourlab research unit and serving as deputy head for Gjøvik campus. He holds a PhD in colour imaging from the University of Oslo (2011) and prior degrees from Gjøvik and Lillehammer University Colleges. His research focuses on colour imaging applications in graphic arts, medical, and security domains. Bachelor of Computer Engineering (2006) Master of Technology in Media Technology (2007) PhD in Colour Imaging (2011) Research leadership includes roles in FRIPRO, IKTPLUSS, and INTPART projects, with over 75 journal and 140 conference publications. He supervised 9 PhD students (main) and 11 (co), plus 23 master’s and 15 bachelor’s theses. Teaching includes master/PhD courses in colour imaging, industry training, and coordination of exchange programs. He led the Norwegian-French 3D Multimedia Technology Master’s program (2012-2017) and currently heads the HK-DIR color science partnership project (2023-2026). Associate Editor, Journal of Imaging Science and Technology (2014–present) General Chair, Color and Imaging Conference (2018) Co-founder of spin-off VidiPix AS (2020) Leadership roles include deputy head of department (2017–2021), unit leader for IDI Gjøvik (2017–2022), and campus council member since 2017.

Derek MolloyView profile

Professor

• Embedded Systems
• Computer & Machine Vision
• 3D Graphics & Visualisation
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Dr. Derek Molloy is a Professor in the School of Electronic Engineering at Dublin City University , part of the Faculty of Engineering & Computing. He specializes in Embedded Systems, Machine Vision, and e-Learning. His work includes pioneering textbooks on Raspberry Pi and BeagleBone, with over 200,000 copies in circulation globally. He has been a Technical Assessor for IDA and Enterprise Ireland since 1999. Education B.Eng. (Hons) in Electronic Engineering, Dublin City University (scholarship recipient from Amdahl Corporation) Ph.D. in 'Motion Analysis using Active-Meshes' (2000) Research & Innovation His research focuses on Embedded Systems for IoT , 3D Visualization , and e-Learning technologies . He leads the CIPA research group and contributes to the National Biophotonics & Imaging Platform Ireland (NBIPI). His YouTube channel and blog have reached millions, demystifying embedded Linux and electronics. Awards I.E.E. Young Paper Award (1994) Finalist in I.E.I. Student Paper Competition (1994) Advising & Grants Supervises 8 Ph.D./M.Eng. students and serves as a Technical Assessor for R&D funding applications. Active in academic governance, including roles on the University Budget Committee and the Academic Framework for Innovation (AFI). Labs & Teams Key member of the Centre for Image Processing & Analysis (CIPA) and National Biophotonics & Imaging Platform Ireland (NBIPI) .

Virginio CantoniView profile

Professor

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Image Processing
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Virginio Cantoni is a Full Professor at the University of Pavia, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Department of Industrial and Information Engineering. He leads the Vision Artificial Laboratory (Laboratorio di Visione Artificiale) and focuses on advanced research in computer vision, pattern recognition, and cultural heritage digitization. His work integrates technical innovation with human-centric applications, particularly in accessibility for visually impaired individuals and interactive cultural education. Research interests include 3D modeling of historical artifacts, gaze-based human-computer interaction, and biometric systems leveraging eye-tracking. Notable projects involve the digital reconstruction of Pavia’s historical landmarks and the development of tactile interfaces for art appreciation. Cantoni emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining computer science with cultural studies and education. He has contributed to major initiatives such as the DAFNE project (Digital Anastylosis of Frescoes) and the creation of serious games for cultural outreach. His teaching includes advanced computer graphics and digital humanities curricula, emphasizing experiential learning through hands-on projects. Professional activities include editorial roles in academic journals and collaborations with institutions like the KIRO portal. He actively promotes the integration of emerging technologies into university education through programs like the FETCH European Network.

Jingtian LiView profile

Associate Professor

• Game Development
• 3D Animation
• Computer Graphics
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Jingtian Li is an Associate Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word specializing in 3D animation, game development, and programming. He holds an MFA from the School of Visual Arts (2015) and a BFA from the Central Academy of Fine Arts (2013). With over 7 years of teaching experience, he has instructed courses spanning Game Programming, Character Modeling, Rigging, and Senior Thesis Production. His research focuses on: Game engine workflows and optimization 3D character creation pipelines Virtual reality implementation strategies Educational methodologies in digital arts Publications demonstrate strong focus on practical game development techniques and tools, with recurrent themes in Unreal/Unity workflows, texture optimization, and real-time rendering solutions spanning both entertainment and architectural visualization domains.

Lingjie LiuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Artificial Intelligence
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Lingjie Liu is the Aravind K. Joshi Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Pennsylvania, leading the Penn Computer Graphics Lab and co-chairing the GRASP Lab. Previously, he was a Lise Meitner Postdoctoral Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics, and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Hong Kong (2019). His research focuses on neural scene representations, neural rendering, human performance modeling, and 3D reconstruction, blending computer graphics, vision, and AI. He is actively recruiting PhD students in areas like neural representations, generative models, and LLM-guided graphics. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Hong Kong, 2019); BEng in Computer Science (Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 2014). Research highlights include NeuS/NeuS2 for 3D reconstruction, DragGAN for interactive image manipulation, and Holodeck for text-driven 3D environments. He has received awards such as the IVA Best Paper Award (2021) and holds editorial roles at IEEE TVCG and program committees for SIGGRAPH/ICCV. Professional activities include organizing workshops on neural fields, generative models, and robotics. His lab emphasizes 3D/4D reconstruction, generative models, and physics-aware systems. Current students include Chen Wang (Meshy AI Fellow), Yiming Huang, and Qiao Feng. His work spans over 50 publications in top venues like SIGGRAPH, CVPR, and NeurIPS.

Stevens MillerView profile

Lecturer

• procedural terrain generation
• gaming
• computer graphics
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Stevens Miller is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Maryland. He holds a BA from Amherst College (1980), an MS from Stevens Institute of Technology (1988), and a JD from New York Law School (1992). His research focuses on procedural terrain generation for gaming and run-time creation of 3D environments. With over 50 years of programming experience, he has contributed to fields ranging from physics instrumentation to legal analysis of digital evidence. Educations: BA in Physics (Amherst), MS in Engineering (Stevens), JD (New York Law) His technical expertise spans programming languages from BASIC to C#, hardware design (e.g., TTL counter interfaces), and legal expertise in digital forensics. Miller has collaborated on physics instrumentation documented in the American Journal of Physics and has provided expert testimony in computer-related legal cases.

Nathan CarterView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Data Science
• Computer Graphics
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Nathan Carter is a Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Bentley University, blending computer science with mathematical education through innovative software tools and award-winning textbooks. His research focuses on visualization in abstract algebra, data science pedagogy, and educational technology development. Awards: Beckenbach Book Prize (2012, 2016) MAA Henry L. Alder Award for Distinguished Teaching Publications: Authored foundational texts including Visual Group Theory (2009), Mathematics of Computer Graphics (2016), and edited Data Science for Mathematicians (2020). These works facilitate the teaching of complex mathematical concepts through visual and computational approaches. Software Development: Creates open-source educational tools for mathematical logic and abstract algebra visualization, such as the proof-checking software Lurch. His work emphasizes bridging theoretical mathematics with practical computational skills.

• Information Privacy
• Pedagogy
• Computer Science Education
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Martyn Prigmore is a Senior Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University, affiliated with the School of Computing and Digital Technologies within the College of Business, Technology and Engineering. He holds a PhD in mathematical logic from the University of Bristol and has industry experience as a programmer prior to his academic career. His research interests include information privacy, pedagogical approaches in computer science, and educational methodologies for programming and mathematics. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in games development and graphics programming. While no specific publications are detailed in the source material, his scholarly contributions focus on advancing computing education and privacy frameworks. He has received no major scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Prigmore teaches courses including 3D games development, advanced graphics programming, and project-based technical computing, with no specific advising relationships or laboratory affiliations noted.

Matthew Van RysView profile

Professor

• Motion Media Design
• Computer Arts
• Graphic Design
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Matthew Van Rys is a Professor and Chair of the Motion Media Design department at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), where he has held academic roles since 2016. He earned an M.F.A. in Motion Media Design from SCAD and a B.A. in Art from Dordt College. His professional career spans freelance design work, corporate design roles, and adjunct teaching at Dordt College. His expertise lies in motion media, computer arts, and graphic design, with a focus on integrating creative and technical processes. Research interests include projection techniques, digital animation, and educational pedagogy in art and design. He has presented workshops on topics like compression workflows and file preparation for projection design, reflecting his commitment to advancing technical skills in the field. Awards: Gutstein Prize Award, SCAD Excelsus Laureate candidate, GD USA Web Design Awards, and multiple scholarships. Grants/Funding: SCAD scholarships supported his M.F.A. (2015–18). As Chair, he oversees curriculum development and faculty coordination within SCAD’s Motion Media Design program. His freelance studio, Van Rys Studios, complements his academic work with professional design projects.